Farnese Bull
Antique Early 17th Century Austrian Baroque Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Carrara Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
Antique 19th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary English Books
Paper
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Antique 19th Century Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 18th Century Italian Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique Late 18th Century Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Antique 18th Century Neoclassical Prints
Paper
Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Figurative Sculptures
Alabaster
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20th Century Russian Neoclassical Natural Specimens
Stone, Malachite
Late 20th Century American Classical Roman Books
Paper
Vintage 1980s Italian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Empire Side Tables
Marble
Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Animal Sculptures
Alabaster
Antique 19th Century English Porcelain
Porcelain
2010s Italian Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Side Tables
Brass
Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks
Enamel, Bronze
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Marble, Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Wood
20th Century French Neoclassical Side Tables
Marble
Vintage 1960s French Neoclassical Side Tables
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks
Bronze, Ormolu
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Alabaster, Marble, Metal, Chrome, Spelter
Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Stools
Wrought Iron
Finding the Right Figurative-sculptures for You
Figurative sculpture is a modern art form in which artists create work that is typically representative of the visible world. However, sculptures that are considered to be figurative in style can definitely be inclusive of abstract elements. A wide range of antique, new and vintage figurative sculptures has been made over the years by both well-known and emerging artists, and these pieces can prove striking and provocative as part of your home decor.
Realistic representation in visual art has a very long history. And while figurative artists, whether figurative painters or sculptors, find inspiration in humans, animals and real-life objects, good figurative sculptures can make us think differently about how the real world should look. Just as figurative paintings might include Photorealistic human likenesses, they can also include elements of Surrealism and can suggest a creative and alternative reality. Figurative sculptures aren’t always realistic impressions of our world — depictions of the human form in classical Greek sculpture, for example, might emphasize beauty and physical perfection.
There are a variety of figurative sculptures on 1stDibs created by artists working in a number of styles, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, mid-century modern and more. A large figurative sculpture can introduce an excellent focal point in a guest bedroom, while smaller works might draw the eye to spaces such as wall shelving or a bookcase that people may otherwise overlook.
When decorating your living room, dining room, home office and study areas with figurative sculptures, don’t be afraid to choose bold colors to inject brightness into neutral spaces. Texture is another factor to consider when purchasing figurative sculptures. A highly textural work of ceramics or wood will catch the eye in a sleek modern space, whereas a smooth, flat glass sculpture can offer an often much-needed contrast in a room that already has many textures.
On 1stDibs, find antique, new or vintage figurative sculpture or other kinds of sculpture for your home decor today.
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