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French Neoclassical Plaster Bust of a Classical Figure
French Neoclassical Plaster Bust of a Classical Figure

French Neoclassical Plaster Bust of a Classical Figure

Located in New York, NY

Classical-style plaster bust inspired by David, featuring detailed curls and an off-white finish with light age-related patina. A timeless decorative accent for shelves, consoles, or...

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Plaster

French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Patinated Bronze Bust
French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Patinated Bronze Bust

French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Patinated Bronze Bust

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A handsome French 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze, ormolu and marble bust of David. The bust is raised by an elegant circular marble socle pedestal with a fine mottle...

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century Neoclassical Marble Bust of a Boy, French
19th Century Neoclassical Marble Bust of a Boy, French

19th Century Neoclassical Marble Bust of a Boy, French

Located in Phoenix, AZ

19th Century (Mid) French Marbel Bust of a Boy Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble

Neoclassical Marble Sculpture Bust After Joseph Chinard
Neoclassical Marble Sculpture Bust After Joseph Chinard

Neoclassical Marble Sculpture Bust After Joseph Chinard

By Joseph Chinard

Located in London, GB

Neoclassical marble sculpture bust after Joseph Chinard French, late 19th century Measures: Height 65cm, width 34cm, depth 55cm Portraying Madame Récamier, a leading proponent o...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble

19th Century Neoclassical Terra Cotta Bust of Bacchus
19th Century Neoclassical Terra Cotta Bust of Bacchus

19th Century Neoclassical Terra Cotta Bust of Bacchus

Located in Phoenix, AZ

19th Century (Mid) Terra Cotta Bust Bacchus. Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Terracotta

Neoclassical Style Marble Female Bust after Joseph Chinard
Neoclassical Style Marble Female Bust after Joseph Chinard

Neoclassical Style Marble Female Bust after Joseph Chinard

By Joseph Chinard

Located in London, GB

Neoclassical style marble female bust after Joseph Chinard French, late 19th century Measures: Height 63cm, width 33cm, depth 20cm Portraying Madame Récamier, a leading advocate...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble

Neoclassical Bronze Character Head Bust, Dark Patina, 18th Century style
Neoclassical Bronze Character Head Bust, Dark Patina, 18th Century style

Neoclassical Bronze Character Head Bust, Dark Patina, 18th Century style

By Franz Xaver Messerschmidt

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Bronze Character Head bust in neoclassical style, inspired by the late eighteenth century series by Franz Xaver Messerschmidt. This bronze bust depicts a male head with contracted fe...

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2010s French Neoclassical Busts

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Bronze

French Marble Female Bust, 1920s
French Marble Female Bust, 1920s

French Marble Female Bust, 1920s

Located in Chicago, IL

An antique French marble bust from the 1920s, carved in a softly modeled classical style. The sculpture depicts a young woman with gently flowing hair and a calm, introspective expre...

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Vintage 1920s French Neoclassical Revival Busts

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Marble

Vintage French Plaster Bust Sculpture
Vintage French Plaster Bust Sculpture

Vintage French Plaster Bust Sculpture

Located in Chicago, IL

A 20th Century French plaster bust sculpture, likely representing Zeus, modeled in the classical tradition. The figure is depicted with abundant, flowing hair and a full, curling bea...

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20th Century French Neoclassical Revival Busts

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Plaster

Bronze Bust. French work. Circa 1940
Bronze Bust. French work. Circa 1940

Bronze Bust. French work. Circa 1940

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Bronze Bust. French work. Circa 1940

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This nice and unusual bust is made of bronze. This is a French work. Circa 1940

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Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Busts

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Bronze

Pair of Neoclassical Bronze Busts Apollo and Diana Mounted on Black Marble
Pair of Neoclassical Bronze Busts Apollo and Diana Mounted on Black Marble

Pair of Neoclassical Bronze Busts Apollo and Diana Mounted on Black Marble

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of very decorative French 19th Century Apollo and Diana Bronze Busts or Neoclassical Clad Busts.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble, Bronze

French Plaster Bust of a Classical Youth
French Plaster Bust of a Classical Youth

French Plaster Bust of a Classical Youth

Located in New York, NY

Cast in finely textured plâtre (plaster) with the soft, porous surface of quarried stone, this mid-century French bust captures the serene idealism of a 4th-century BC Greek original...

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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Plaster

French Painted Plaster Bust of Pierre Balguerie
French Painted Plaster Bust of Pierre Balguerie

French Painted Plaster Bust of Pierre Balguerie

By Baron François Joseph Bosio

Located in Dallas, TX

A French painted plaster bust of Pierre Balguerie after an original work by Baron Francois, Joseph Bosio.

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Plaster

Neoclassical Bronze Character Dead Bust, Dark Patina, 18th Century style
Neoclassical Bronze Character Dead Bust, Dark Patina, 18th Century style

Neoclassical Bronze Character Dead Bust, Dark Patina, 18th Century style

By Franz Xaver Messerschmidt

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Bronze character head bust in neoclassical style, after Franz Xaver Messerschmidt, based on an 18th century model. This sculpture represents a male head with a tense expression, deep...

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Antique 18th Century French Expressionist Busts

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Bronze

19th Century French Bronze Bust Of Auguste Comte (French Positivist Philosopher)
19th Century French Bronze Bust Of Auguste Comte (French Positivist Philosopher)

19th Century French Bronze Bust Of Auguste Comte (French Positivist Philosopher)

Located in Dublin, IE

An exquisitely cast and finished bronze bust of Auguste Comte (1798–1857), resting on a marble plinth. The model is finished in a dark brown patina that is finely preserved. A most p...

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble, Bronze

French Gilt Bronze and Marble Bust Sculpture by Gory
French Gilt Bronze and Marble Bust Sculpture by Gory

French Gilt Bronze and Marble Bust Sculpture by Gory

By Affortunato Gory

Located in London, GB

This elegant bust of a young woman was created by the acclaimed sculptor, Affortunato Gory (Italian, fl. 1895-1925). Affortunato Gory (also known as Fortunato Gory) studied under the...

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble, Ormolu, Bronze

French Marble Bust of Louis XIV, the Sun King
French Marble Bust of Louis XIV, the Sun King

French Marble Bust of Louis XIV, the Sun King

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Louis XIV, known as Louis the Great or Le Roi Soleil (Sun King) was a monarch who reigned as king of France from 1643 until his death in 1715. His reign of 72 years and 110 days is t...

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20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble

A 19th Century French Terracotta Bust Of A Young Boy
A 19th Century French Terracotta Bust Of A Young Boy

A 19th Century French Terracotta Bust Of A Young Boy

Located in London, GB

A French Terracotta bust of a young boy stood on an Italian bardiglio marble square soccle. The full head of curly hair cascading over face and shoulders. Original untouched conditio...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Terracotta

French Sevres Bust of Alexandre Brongiart, early 20th cen.
French Sevres Bust of Alexandre Brongiart, early 20th cen.

French Sevres Bust of Alexandre Brongiart, early 20th cen.

Located in Atlanta, GA

cast in white bisque porcelain by the Sevres company and depicting Alexandre Brongiart as a boy, after sculptor Jean Antoine Houdon, the original having been sculpted in the late 18t...

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Carrara Marble

Charming French Terracotta Bust on Ebonized Wood Base Depicting Young Child.
Charming French Terracotta Bust on Ebonized Wood Base Depicting Young Child.

Charming French Terracotta Bust on Ebonized Wood Base Depicting Young Child.

Located in Buchanan, MI

Charming French Terracotta Bust on Ebonized Wood Base Depicting Young Child. We also have other bust of various subject. Feel free to call with further questions.

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Terracotta

18th Century French Marble Bust of Dancer, Palace Provenance, Antoinette Style
18th Century French Marble Bust of Dancer, Palace Provenance, Antoinette Style

18th Century French Marble Bust of Dancer, Palace Provenance, Antoinette Style

Located in Madrid, ES

This expressive 18th century marble portrait bust is of Marie-Madeleine Guimard (1743-1816), a successful dancer and one of the most famous courtesans of pre-Revolutionary France.

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Antique Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble

19th c. French Bronze Library Bust of President George Washington Marble Column
19th c. French Bronze Library Bust of President George Washington Marble Column

19th c. French Bronze Library Bust of President George Washington Marble Column

Located in Litchfield, CT

Antique 19th century French bronze bust of George Washington on marble column. Exceptional detail with pleasing patina. Measures 12 1/4" tall x 6" wide x 4 1/2" deep. Good condition.

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble, Bronze

Pair French 19 Century Apollo and Daphne Bronze Clad Busts
Pair French 19 Century Apollo and Daphne Bronze Clad Busts

Pair French 19 Century Apollo and Daphne Bronze Clad Busts

Located in New York, NY

Pair of very decorative French 19 century Apollo and Daphne Bronze Clad Busts.

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Antique Late 19th Century Neoclassical Busts

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Bronze

French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Bronze bust of Napoleon, signed Pinedo
French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Bronze bust of Napoleon, signed Pinedo

French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Bronze bust of Napoleon, signed Pinedo

By Émile Pinedo

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A wonderful and richly detailed French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Bronze, Silvered Bronze, Ormolu and marble bust of Napoleon, signed by Émile Pinedo. This handsome bust is raise...

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu, Silver Leaf

Limoges France, Biscuit Child Bust, Stand with Dark Blue Glaze, Classic Style
Limoges France, Biscuit Child Bust, Stand with Dark Blue Glaze, Classic Style

Limoges France, Biscuit Child Bust, Stand with Dark Blue Glaze, Classic Style

Located in København, Copenhagen

Limoges France. Biscuit child bust. Stand with dark blue glaze. Classic style. Early 20th century. Measures: 13.5 x 7 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped.

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Ceramic

Pair of late 18th Century French Patinated Bronze Busts of Racine and Corneille
Pair of late 18th Century French Patinated Bronze Busts of Racine and Corneille

Pair of late 18th Century French Patinated Bronze Busts of Racine and Corneille

Located in Dublin, IE

A superb, finely cast and well-patinated pair of French bronze busts representing Jean Racine and Pierre Corneille, two of the most celebrated dramatists of the 17th century. Each bu...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Bronze, Marble, & Ormolu Bust of Marianne
French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Bronze, Marble, & Ormolu Bust of Marianne

French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Bronze, Marble, & Ormolu Bust of Marianne

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning and most impressive French 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze, silvered bronze, ormolu, Rosso Verona and white Carrara marble bust of Marianne in full armor. ...

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Bust of Diana the Huntress French Louis XVI Bronze 19th Century - Artist Houdon
Bust of Diana the Huntress French Louis XVI Bronze 19th Century - Artist Houdon

Bust of Diana the Huntress French Louis XVI Bronze 19th Century - Artist Houdon

By Jean-Antoine Houdon

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Bust of Diana the Huntress French Louis XVI Bronze 19th Century - Artist Houdon Bronze sculpture representing Diana the huntress after Jean-Antoine Houdon (1741-1828). In Roman myth...

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Bronze

Napoleon III French Solid Marble Bust, Signed by Sculptor of a Beautiful Women
Napoleon III French Solid Marble Bust, Signed by Sculptor of a Beautiful Women

Napoleon III French Solid Marble Bust, Signed by Sculptor of a Beautiful Women

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this rare and quite exquisite original 19th century Napoleon III French bust of a stunning young lady signed to the rear. A truly stunning sculp...

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble

European Marble Bust of a Young Girl
European Marble Bust of a Young Girl

European Marble Bust of a Young Girl

Located in Bradenton, FL

19th century Marble Bust Of A Young Girl in a graceful pose. The bust embodies the neoclassical ideals of the era, capturing the both youthful beautiful and refined elegance. The sol...

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble

Charming Gilt Bronze Bust of a Woman
Charming Gilt Bronze Bust of a Woman

Charming Gilt Bronze Bust of a Woman

Located in Buchanan, MI

Charming gilt bronze bust of a woman, spectacular gilt finish. Would look lovely in an office or library

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Gold Leaf

Early 20th Century Vintage Regency Plaster Bust
Early 20th Century Vintage Regency Plaster Bust

Early 20th Century Vintage Regency Plaster Bust

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite Regency-style plaster bust captures the grace and elegance of classical portraiture. With finely sculpted facial features, flowing curls, and an intricately draped nec...

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Plaster

19th Century Bronze and Rouge Marble Bust
19th Century Bronze and Rouge Marble Bust

19th Century Bronze and Rouge Marble Bust

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Finley cast bust of lady on beautiful rogue marble plinth with a dore bronze accent ring at the base.

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble, Bronze

A Patinated Bronze Bust of Lucius Verus
A Patinated Bronze Bust of Lucius Verus

A Patinated Bronze Bust of Lucius Verus

Located in 263-0031, JP

Lucius Verus was Co-Emperor with Marcus Aurelius during the first nine years of Marcus’ reign. A handsome guy, his image became popular during and after his imperial days. This bust ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble, Bronze

Vintage Anatomical Écorché Study Model, Bust on Pedestal 1970s
Vintage Anatomical Écorché Study Model, Bust on Pedestal 1970s

Vintage Anatomical Écorché Study Model, Bust on Pedestal 1970s

Located in BEEKBERGEN, NL

This anatomical écorché bust dates from the 1970s and was originally produced as an educational model for art academies, universities, and medical schools. It combines a detailed ren...

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Vintage 1970s French Neoclassical Busts

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Plaster

Sevres Manufacture : biscuit bust of Brutus - mid 19th century
Sevres Manufacture : biscuit bust of Brutus - mid 19th century

Sevres Manufacture : biscuit bust of Brutus - mid 19th century

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in GRENOBLE, FR

Porcelain biscuit bust of Brutus, (Marcus Junius Brutus, son of Emperor Cesar), set on its deep blue porcelain base enhanced with fine gold lines. Our piece is a high quality piece, ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Porcelain

Pair of Brongniart Children Porcelain Busts after Houdon, Tharaud Limoges
Pair of Brongniart Children Porcelain Busts after Houdon, Tharaud Limoges

Pair of Brongniart Children Porcelain Busts after Houdon, Tharaud Limoges

By Camille Tharaud

Located in Marinha Grande, PT

Elegant pair of French biscuit porcelain busts depicting the famous Brongniart children, Louise and Alexandre, after the celebrated portraits by French sculptor Jean-Antoine Houdon. ...

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Vintage 1950s French Neoclassical Busts

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Porcelain

Ormolu Bust of a 16th Century Prince, by Rancoulet
Ormolu Bust of a 16th Century Prince, by Rancoulet

Ormolu Bust of a 16th Century Prince, by Rancoulet

By Rancoulet

Located in London, GB

An Ormolu bust of a 16th century Prince, by Rancoulet French, Late 19th Century Height 72cm, width 42cm, depth 22cm Made by the skilled and renowned French artist and sculptor E...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Ormolu

Marble Bust of a Young Man, Carrara Marble
Marble Bust of a Young Man, Carrara Marble

Marble Bust of a Young Man, Carrara Marble

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Marble Bust of a Young Man, Carrara Marble.

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Carrara Marble

A Plaster Bust After The Antique From The Louvre Museum
A Plaster Bust After The Antique From The Louvre Museum

A Plaster Bust After The Antique From The Louvre Museum

Located in London, GB

A plaster bust after the antique issued by the Musee Du Louvre in the early 20th century for academic instruction, supplying art schools and private studios for subjects essential to...

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Plaster

Amazing Bust of Marie Antoinette. Late 18th Century, Carrara Marble
Amazing Bust of Marie Antoinette. Late 18th Century, Carrara Marble

Amazing Bust of Marie Antoinette. Late 18th Century, Carrara Marble

Located in Madrid, ES

Amazing Bust of Marie Antoinette. Late 18th Century, Carrara Marble Sculpture carved in marble. Measures 94 x 50 x 32 cm. The life-size bust depicts Marie Antoinette with an elegant...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble

Large Ormolu Bust of Julius Caesar, Emperor of Rome
Large Ormolu Bust of Julius Caesar, Emperor of Rome

Large Ormolu Bust of Julius Caesar, Emperor of Rome

Located in London, GB

This remarkable ormolu bust of the iconic Roman Emperor Julius Caesar is the epitome of neoclassical style design, and was originally intended as an overdoor decoration. Overdoors - ...

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Ormolu, Bronze

Small Antique Bronze Bust of a Child after Jean-Antoine Houdon
Small Antique Bronze Bust of a Child after Jean-Antoine Houdon

Small Antique Bronze Bust of a Child after Jean-Antoine Houdon

By Jean-Antoine Houdon

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A good small bronze bust of a child after Jean-Antoine Houdon. The child with head turned to the left in a downward gaze. Slightly pensive and somewhat angelic gaze. Mounted ...

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Bronze

Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux, L'Espiegle, Verdigris Bronze Bust Anna Foucart
Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux, L'Espiegle, Verdigris Bronze Bust Anna Foucart

Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux, L'Espiegle, Verdigris Bronze Bust Anna Foucart

By Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux

Located in Germantown, MD

Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux (French 1827-1975) L'Espiegle "The Mischief Maker" Patinated Verdigris Bronze Bust of Anna Foucart smiling. Measures 10" wide , 10" deep and 19.5" tall. Bor...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Bronze

Pair Bronze Female Bust Sculptures After Pierre Louis Detrier (1822-1897)
Pair Bronze Female Bust Sculptures After Pierre Louis Detrier (1822-1897)

Pair Bronze Female Bust Sculptures After Pierre Louis Detrier (1822-1897)

By Etienne-Henri Dumaige

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional pair of large antique (late 19th century) patinated bronze busts mounted on rouge marble bases depicting lovely female maidens after the original models by the French mas...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Bronze

Huge Antique French Bronze Roman Soldier Sculpture by Picault
Huge Antique French Bronze Roman Soldier Sculpture by Picault

Huge Antique French Bronze Roman Soldier Sculpture by Picault

By Émile Louis Picault

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Huge Antique French Bronze Roman Soldier Sculpture by Picault

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Antique 1890s French Neoclassical Busts

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Bronze

Antique 19th Century French Bronze Sculpture of Diana the Huntress by A. Moreau
Antique 19th Century French Bronze Sculpture of Diana the Huntress by A. Moreau

Antique 19th Century French Bronze Sculpture of Diana the Huntress by A. Moreau

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions - H: 19 1/4 in W: 20 in D: 8 in This exceptional late 19th-century French bronze sculpture by the renowned artist Auguste Moreau (1834–1917) presents an elegant and powe...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Bronze, Ormolu

Buste Decorative Sculpture In Antique Bronze Finish On Marble Base
Buste Decorative Sculpture In Antique Bronze Finish On Marble Base

Buste Decorative Sculpture In Antique Bronze Finish On Marble Base

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This decorative torso with an antique bronze finish is a striking sculptural piece that brings classical elegance to any sophisticated interior setting. The masculine silhouette is r...

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2010s French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble, Bronze

Eugène Marioton: Bronze sculpture of Christ, stamped Sciot Decauville Paris
Eugène Marioton: Bronze sculpture of Christ, stamped Sciot Decauville Paris

Eugène Marioton: Bronze sculpture of Christ, stamped Sciot Decauville Paris

By Eugene Marioton

Located in Zemst, BE

Bronze sculpture of Christ by Eugène Marioton, French famous sculpturer (Paris 1857-1933) This artwork dates around about 1900, and is made in cast bronze. Finely ciselated and pat...

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Bronze

Joseph Charles Marin
Joseph Charles Marin

Joseph Charles Marin

By Joseph Charles Marin

Located in New York, NY

Cupid Holding a Bow by French Sculptor Joseph-Charles Marin (1759-1834) White Marble, signed and dated 1784 Provenance: Carl Singer, from the Estate of Charles Hitchcock Tyler, Bev...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Carved Marble Female Bust Fragment
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Carved Marble Female Bust Fragment

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Carved Marble Female Bust Fragment

Located in Elkhart, IN

An evocative antique French carved marble female bust fragment, executed in the Neoclassical tradition and distinguished by its beautifully rendered drapery.

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Superb Neoclassical White Marble Bust of Flora France 1850 '
Superb Neoclassical White Marble Bust of Flora France 1850 '

Superb Neoclassical White Marble Bust of Flora France 1850 '

Located in Rome, IT

Superbly carved white statuary Carrara marble bust of Flora, the goddess of flowers. Flora was often associated with the coming of spring and the fertility of the land. She also sy...

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1850s Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Superb Neoclassical White Marble Bust of Flora France 1850 '
Superb Neoclassical White Marble Bust of Flora France 1850 '

Superb Neoclassical White Marble Bust of Flora France 1850 '

Located in Rome, IT

Superbly carved white statuary Carrara marble bust of Flora, the goddess of flowers. Flora was often associated with the coming of spring and the fertility of the land. She also sy...

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1850s Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

François Sellier, Pair French Neoclassical Bronze Busts of Voltaire and Rousseau
François Sellier, Pair French Neoclassical Bronze Busts of Voltaire and Rousseau

François Sellier, Pair French Neoclassical Bronze Busts of Voltaire and Rousseau

Located in Atlanta, GA

François Sellier, Pair of French Neoclassical Bronze Busts of Voltaire and Rousseau A pair of French Neoclassical portrait busts by François Sellier, probably dating to the late eig...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Grand Tour Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Fine Pair of Vintage Neoclassical French Carved Wood Limed Oak Bust Lamps
Fine Pair of Vintage Neoclassical French Carved Wood Limed Oak Bust Lamps

Fine Pair of Vintage Neoclassical French Carved Wood Limed Oak Bust Lamps

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of vintage hand carved Limed Oak French neoclassical table lamps of his & her’s busts A very good looking and well made pair, t...

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20th Century French Neoclassical Table Lamps

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Oak

French Classical Revival Limestone Planter, Finely Carved Limestone Jardiniere
French Classical Revival Limestone Planter, Finely Carved Limestone Jardiniere

French Classical Revival Limestone Planter, Finely Carved Limestone Jardiniere

By Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux

Located in Miami, FL

The date 1977 fits neatly into the revival period of neoclassical garden sculpture in France, when artists and ateliers recreated ancient-style busts, urns, and masks in reconstitute...

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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Revival Planters and Jardinieres

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Limestone

French Bronze Bust of Diana the Huntress, Neoclassical, Signed, 19th Century
French Bronze Bust of Diana the Huntress, Neoclassical, Signed, 19th Century

French Bronze Bust of Diana the Huntress, Neoclassical, Signed, 19th Century

By Jean-Antoine Houdon

Located in Beachwood, OH

After Jean-Antoine Houdon (French, 1741-1828) Bust of Diana Bronze Signed on side, Susse Frères foundry stamp on base 28.5 x 16.25 inches Jean-Antoine Houdon's bust of Diana is an 1...

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19th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

After Augustin Pajou, French, Large Terracotta Bust
After Augustin Pajou, French, Large Terracotta Bust

After Augustin Pajou, French, Large Terracotta Bust

By Augustin Pajou

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Large 19th century terracotta ceramic figurative sculpture, beautifully hand crafted after French neoclassical sculptor Augistin Pajou. Possible to be Marie Antoinette born Maria Ant...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

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Marble Bust, 18th Century
Marble Bust, 18th Century

Marble Bust, 18th Century

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H 31 in W 20 in D 11 in

Marble Bust, 18th Century

Located in Houston, TX

Purchased from estate in Toulouse, France.

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Gerome J.L. 1880 French Terracotta Self-Portrait Bust Signed on the Side
Gerome J.L. 1880 French Terracotta Self-Portrait Bust Signed on the Side

Gerome J.L. 1880 French Terracotta Self-Portrait Bust Signed on the Side

Located in Lentate sul Seveso (Mb), IT

Copy of the marble bust of Gerome by Jean Baptiste Carpeaux, signature on the side. Dimensions: Height cm 60 Width cm 25 Depth cm 30.

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Terracotta

Pair of 20th Century Neoclassical France Red Marble Columns, Italy, 1950
Pair of 20th Century Neoclassical France Red Marble Columns, Italy, 1950

Pair of 20th Century Neoclassical France Red Marble Columns, Italy, 1950

Located in Lentate sul Seveso (Mb), IT

Pair of 20th century neoclassical France red marble columns, Italy, 1950 Basement white marble Carrara Measures: Height cm 100 Diameter basement cm 34 (diameter top cm 17) Weight...

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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Busts

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Marble

Large Plaster Bust With Terracotta Patina - After Jj Caffieri - Early 20th Centu
Large Plaster Bust With Terracotta Patina - After Jj Caffieri - Early 20th Centu

Large Plaster Bust With Terracotta Patina - After Jj Caffieri - Early 20th Centu

Located in RUEIL-MALMAISON, FR

Important antique plaster bust with terracotta patina, representing Mademoiselle Luzy, famous 18th century actress and emblematic figure of the Comédie Française. This model is an ...

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Plaster

19th Century French Plaster Head of Young Boy
19th Century French Plaster Head of Young Boy

19th Century French Plaster Head of Young Boy

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H 16 in W 8 in D 8.5 in

19th Century French Plaster Head of Young Boy

Located in Houston, TX

Wonderful patina and texture on very appealing plaster rendition of young boy, France, 19th century. Established in 1979, Joyce Horn Antiques, Ltd. continues its 36 year tradition...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Plaster

L.Fournier 1903 French Terracotta 19th Century Figure Signed on the Side
L.Fournier 1903 French Terracotta 19th Century Figure Signed on the Side

L.Fournier 1903 French Terracotta 19th Century Figure Signed on the Side

Located in Lentate sul Seveso (Mb), IT

L.Fournier 1903 French Terracotta 19th century figure signed on the side Dimensions: Height cm 65 Width cm 50 Depth cm 30.

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20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Terracotta

"Portrait of a Gentleman," terracotta sculpture by Etienne Edouard Suc
"Portrait of a Gentleman," terracotta sculpture by Etienne Edouard Suc

"Portrait of a Gentleman," terracotta sculpture by Etienne Edouard Suc

Located in Milano, IT

Etienne Edouard Suc was a French sculptor born in Lorient (Morbihan) on June 29, 1802. He was a student of sculptor Henri Lemaire and in turn a teacher of sculpture. Prominent among ...

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Busts

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Terracotta

Amazing Terracotta Statue Signed Charles Emile Joncery
Amazing Terracotta Statue Signed Charles Emile Joncery

Amazing Terracotta Statue Signed Charles Emile Joncery

Located in Lentate sul Seveso (Mb), IT

Amazing terracotta statue signed Charles Emile Joncery (1873-1937) Ebe cupboard of the gods with representation of Jupiter in the shape of an eagle Size: height 85 cm, diameter 24 ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Terracotta

Faux Painted Terracotta Greek Plaster Museum Copy, circa 1860
Faux Painted Terracotta Greek Plaster Museum Copy, circa 1860

Faux Painted Terracotta Greek Plaster Museum Copy, circa 1860

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

This is a most striking ?mid-19th century faux painted terracotta Greek plaster museum copy of a young athlete, circa 1860.

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Antique 1860s French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Plaster

Charles X of France Bronze Bust
Charles X of France Bronze Bust

Charles X of France Bronze Bust

Unavailable

H 10.25 in W 7 in D 3.5 in

Charles X of France Bronze Bust

Located in Vancouver, BC

Bronze bust of Charles X, King of France from 1824 through 1830.

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20th Century French Neoclassical More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Bronze

Louis XVI 19th Century Bronze Bust
Louis XVI 19th Century Bronze Bust

Louis XVI 19th Century Bronze Bust

Unavailable

H 8 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in

Louis XVI 19th Century Bronze Bust

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th century neoclassical style bronze bust of Louis XVI on a black marble base.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassic Style Plaster Sculpture
Neoclassic Style Plaster Sculpture

Neoclassic Style Plaster Sculpture

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H 24 in W 17 in D 12 in

Neoclassic Style Plaster Sculpture

Located in Pasadena, CA

French neoclassic bust in white plaster.

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Vintage 1980s French Busts

Materials

Plaster

French Neoclassical Style Plaster Bust
French Neoclassical Style Plaster Bust

French Neoclassical Style Plaster Bust

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H 14 in W 9.75 in D 10 in

French Neoclassical Style Plaster Bust

Located in Houston, TX

Stunning French Neoclassical style patinated plaster bust of a classical Greek.

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Vintage 1920s French Neoclassical Busts

Antique French Neoclassical Parian Porcelain Bust of Diana C1900
Antique French Neoclassical Parian Porcelain Bust of Diana C1900

Antique French Neoclassical Parian Porcelain Bust of Diana C1900

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique French Neoclassical Parian Porcelain Bust of Diana C1900 Measures- 17.5''H x 9.75''W x 6''D

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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Porcelain

Antique French Neoclassical Parian Porcelain Bust of Michaelangelo's David C1900
Antique French Neoclassical Parian Porcelain Bust of Michaelangelo's David C1900

Antique French Neoclassical Parian Porcelain Bust of Michaelangelo's David C1900

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique French Neoclassical Parian Porcelain Bust of Michaelangelo's David C1900 Measures- 17''H x 9.75''W x 6''D

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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Porcelain

Neoclassical French Bisque Bust with Ormolu Base, After Le Tourneur and Sèvres
Neoclassical French Bisque Bust with Ormolu Base, After Le Tourneur and Sèvres

Neoclassical French Bisque Bust with Ormolu Base, After Le Tourneur and Sèvres

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This exquisite neoclassical bust is a fine example of 19th-century French craftsmanship, executed in the style of Le Tourneur and reminiscent of the celebrated works from the Sèvres ...

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Antique 19th Century French Busts

Materials

Bronze

French Antique Bust of Adonis
French Antique Bust of Adonis

French Antique Bust of Adonis

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H 14 in W 10 in D 7.5 in

French Antique Bust of Adonis

Located in Austin, TX

French antique bust of Adonis as a child, plaster with a terracotta patina. A beautiful piece with great decorative impact.

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Revival Busts

Materials

Plaster

French Vintage Bust of David
French Vintage Bust of David

French Vintage Bust of David

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H 24 in Dm 9.25 in

French Vintage Bust of David

Located in Austin, TX

Antique head of David (Michelangelo) in reconstituted stone with a plaster finish. This beautiful sculpture is about 11" wide at the shoulders.

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Vintage 1920s French Neoclassical Revival Busts

Materials

Cast Stone

Signed Carved Alabaster Neoclassical Sculpture of Giuseppe Bessi Bust on Stand
Signed Carved Alabaster Neoclassical Sculpture of Giuseppe Bessi Bust on Stand

Signed Carved Alabaster Neoclassical Sculpture of Giuseppe Bessi Bust on Stand

By Giuseppe Bessi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Alabaster Stone Style: French Neoclassical Condition: Original Vintage Condition, Shows Wear Throughout

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Vintage 1920s French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Alabaster

19th Century French Bronze Bust Statue
19th Century French Bronze Bust Statue

19th Century French Bronze Bust Statue

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H 11.42 in W 6.11 in D 5.52 in

19th Century French Bronze Bust Statue

Located in Labrit, Landes

Antique French bronze bust 19th century Decorative and heavy classical French figure head Good condition with good patina due to age.   

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Busts

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassical Bronze Patinated Bust of a Warrior Signed Dubois
Neoclassical Bronze Patinated Bust of a Warrior Signed Dubois

Neoclassical Bronze Patinated Bust of a Warrior Signed Dubois

Located in New York, NY

Neoclassical bronze patinated bust of a warrior signed Dubois after the model by Michelangelo (Italian, 1475-1564).        

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Antique 19th Century French Busts

Art Deco Albaster Plautilla Bust Neoclassic, Early 20th Century
Art Deco Albaster Plautilla Bust Neoclassic, Early 20th Century

Art Deco Albaster Plautilla Bust Neoclassic, Early 20th Century

Located in Labrit, Landes

Arts deco neoclassic Plautilla alabaster bust, circa 1930 white alabaster marble Handcrafted in the neoclassic style Very good condition For shipping: H 29 x W 13.5 x D 11.5 2....

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Busts

Materials

Alabaster

Early 1900s French Bronze and Marble Bust
Early 1900s French Bronze and Marble Bust

Early 1900s French Bronze and Marble Bust

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Early 1900s French Bronze Bust On A Marble Base. Great original dark patination with neoclassic style marble base. 17 inches tall.

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Bronze

Early 1900s French Bronze and Marble Bust
Early 1900s French Bronze and Marble Bust

Early 1900s French Bronze and Marble Bust

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Early 1900s French bronze bust on a marble base. Great original dark patination with neoclassic style marble base.

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Marble, Bronze

A Neoclassical Style Carved Mable Bust of a Woman
A Neoclassical Style Carved Mable Bust of a Woman

A Neoclassical Style Carved Mable Bust of a Woman

Located in New York, NY

A carved marble bust of a woman, on waisted marble socle, flowing hair and loose drapery.  

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Antique 1890s French Grand Tour Busts

Materials

Marble

Terracotta Bust Sculpture of Persephone, 18th Century, France
Terracotta Bust Sculpture of Persephone, 18th Century, France

Terracotta Bust Sculpture of Persephone, 18th Century, France

Located in Girona, Spain

Terracotta bust sculpture of Persephone, the goddess of spring Original terracotta sculpture. Beautiful patina. 18th century, France Vintage condition.    

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Antique 18th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Terracotta

Terracotta Bust Sculpture of Bacchus, 18th Century, France
Terracotta Bust Sculpture of Bacchus, 18th Century, France

Terracotta Bust Sculpture of Bacchus, 18th Century, France

Located in Girona, Spain

Terracotta bust sculpture of Bacchus, the God of wine original terracotta sculpture. Beautiful patina. 18th century, France Vintage condition.  

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Antique 18th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Terracotta

French Female Bronze Bust After Etienne Henri Dumaige
French Female Bronze Bust After Etienne Henri Dumaige

French Female Bronze Bust After Etienne Henri Dumaige

By Etienne-Henri Dumaige

Located in New York, NY

Antique (late 19th century) patinated bronze bust of a lovely female after the original model by the French master, Etienne Henri Dumaige, mounted on light blue marble plinth. 25 by...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Bronze

French Absolute Marble Bust of Woman, circa 1860s
French Absolute Marble Bust of Woman, circa 1860s

French Absolute Marble Bust of Woman, circa 1860s

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H 21.66 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in

French Absolute Marble Bust of Woman, circa 1860s

Located in Kastrup, DK

A finely carved Absolute marble carved bust of a women wearing a turban, raided on a turned pedestal, circa 1860s.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Busts

French Plaster Bust of a Greek God, Circa 1930s
French Plaster Bust of a Greek God, Circa 1930s

French Plaster Bust of a Greek God, Circa 1930s

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H 20.25 in W 19.25 in D 15.75 in

French Plaster Bust of a Greek God, Circa 1930s

Located in Dallas, TX

Most likely depicting the Greek goddess, Artemis, this French plaster bust dates to circa 1930s. With the deity looking down and to the viewer’s left, the crest of a stylized Phrygia...

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Vintage 1930s French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Plaster

Lavender and Cream Marble Bust in Louis XVI Neoclassical Style
Lavender and Cream Marble Bust in Louis XVI Neoclassical Style

Lavender and Cream Marble Bust in Louis XVI Neoclassical Style

Located in Nashville, TN

Most likely of Mdm. DuBarry (possibly Marie Antoinette), early to mid-20th century. The dress in lavender / mauve and cream marble against white marble person carved in full relief. ...

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Busts

Midcentury French Outdoor Weathered Cast Stone Statuary Woman Bust
Midcentury French Outdoor Weathered Cast Stone Statuary Woman Bust

Midcentury French Outdoor Weathered Cast Stone Statuary Woman Bust

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a garden or patio with this elegant antique outdoor statue. Carved of stone in France circa 1950, the figure depicts a young woman bust, head turned with headscarf covering ...

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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Cast Stone

Tharaud Limoges France Bisque Porcelain Large Bust of a Girl
Tharaud Limoges France Bisque Porcelain Large Bust of a Girl

Tharaud Limoges France Bisque Porcelain Large Bust of a Girl

By Tharaud Limoges

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a white bisque porcelain large bust of a girl. Her hair is adorned with a bow and ribbon. The bust stands over a gilt border cobalt blue pedestal base. Under the base is writ...

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20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Porcelain

Apollo Bust Small
Apollo Bust Small

Apollo Bust Small

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H 14.567 in W 8.268 in D 5.9 in

Apollo Bust Small

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Apollo is the masculine emblem of strength and beauty. This little Greek torso marvelously depicts the son of Zeus and Leto. From the 5th century BC, the Romans also adopted him for...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Composition

French Bronze Bust of Diana After 18th Century Sculptor Houdon, Marked Susse
French Bronze Bust of Diana After 18th Century Sculptor Houdon, Marked Susse

French Bronze Bust of Diana After 18th Century Sculptor Houdon, Marked Susse

By Jean-Antoine Houdon, Susse Fondeur

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This turn of the 20th century French bronze bust of Diana, the Roman goddess of the moon and of the hunt, is a piece after the eighteenth century French neoclassical sculptor Jean-An...

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Antique Early 1900s French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Bronze

Classical Bronze Bust of Lucius Verus, by Barbedienne, France, 19th Century
Classical Bronze Bust of Lucius Verus, by Barbedienne, France, 19th Century

Classical Bronze Bust of Lucius Verus, by Barbedienne, France, 19th Century

By F. Barbedienne Foundry

Located in London, by appointment only

Signed "F. BARBEDIENNE. FONDEUR," seal inscribed with "REDUCTION MECHANIQUE A. Collas Brevete," Measures: Height. 22 inches Width 10.5 inches Depth 9 inches Lucius Verus was ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Bronze

Bust of Louise Brongniart after Jean-Antoine Houdon French, 1741-1828
Bust of Louise Brongniart after Jean-Antoine Houdon French, 1741-1828

Bust of Louise Brongniart after Jean-Antoine Houdon French, 1741-1828

By Jean-Antoine Houdon

Located in Peyraud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

This small bust in bronze with gold patina derives from a masterpiece of children's portraiture by Jean-Antoine Houdon: the "Bust of Louise Brongniart (1772-1845) in terracotta reali...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Mythological Alabaster Bust Diana
Mythological Alabaster Bust Diana

Mythological Alabaster Bust Diana

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H 19.69 in W 12.21 in L 19.69 in

Mythological Alabaster Bust Diana

Located in Peyraud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Late 19th century mythological bust crafted of alabaster featuring Diana, wearing a tunic that uncovers her breast. Diana (or Artemis) is commonly depicted as a tall and thin young h...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Alabaster

French Neoclassical Style Bronze of a Women Signed Samson
French Neoclassical Style Bronze of a Women Signed Samson

French Neoclassical Style Bronze of a Women Signed Samson

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions - H: 7in W: 8in D: 5 1/2in This antique French Neoclassical figural bronze sculpture of a maiden, after Samson, is an incredible example of 20th century French decor! If...

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20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Charles Anfrie (French, 1833-1905), Grand Tour Gilt Bronze Bust of Apollo
Charles Anfrie (French, 1833-1905), Grand Tour Gilt Bronze Bust of Apollo

Charles Anfrie (French, 1833-1905), Grand Tour Gilt Bronze Bust of Apollo

By Charles Anfrie

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exceptional gilt bronze bust by Charles Anfrie (1833–1905) portrays the Greek god Apollo, embodying the ideals of classical beauty, intellect, and divinity. Crafted during the h...

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Marble, Bronze

Bust, Bronze, Signed and Located 'Augte Paris' France, 19th Century
Bust, Bronze, Signed and Located 'Augte Paris' France, 19th Century

Bust, Bronze, Signed and Located 'Augte Paris' France, 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Bust on base of circular base and simple lines that shows a young boy with a ribbon in his hair and a striking technique that enhances the details and quality of the piece, mixing a ...

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Antique 19th Century European Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Marble Bust of Apollo After the Ancient
19th Century French Marble Bust of Apollo After the Ancient

19th Century French Marble Bust of Apollo After the Ancient

Located in New York, NY

Antique (19th century) white marble bust of the Greek god, Apollo, after the ancient, mounted on circular plinth. Signed on verso: Atelier H Merlini Parce des Princes Boulogne Sur ...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Busts

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Marble

Early 20th Century French Two-Tone Marble Bust Sculpture of Young Beauty
Early 20th Century French Two-Tone Marble Bust Sculpture of Young Beauty

Early 20th Century French Two-Tone Marble Bust Sculpture of Young Beauty

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a shelf or desk with this antique, two-tone marble bust on flat base. Created in France circa 1920, the sculpture features a young woman looking to the side dressed in pre-2...

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Marble

Petite French Bronze Bust of Napoleon on Rouge Marble
Petite French Bronze Bust of Napoleon on Rouge Marble

Petite French Bronze Bust of Napoleon on Rouge Marble

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Mounted on a luxurious marble base, this compact yet striking sculpture embodies the precision and elegance of French neoclassical artistry. The bust, cast in rich bronze, expertly d...

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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Busts

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Marble, Bronze

F. Barbedienne Bronze Bust of a Woman
F. Barbedienne Bronze Bust of a Woman

F. Barbedienne Bronze Bust of a Woman

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H 19.25 in W 11 in D 7.5 in

F. Barbedienne Bronze Bust of a Woman

Located in Bradenton, FL

Her expression is serene, and her floral crown symbolizes beauty, nature, and femininity which was a popular motif in neoclassical art. Barbedienne was a highly influential French br...

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Bronze

Exceptional Neoclassical Sculpture by Andrey Lekarski, France, 1970s
Exceptional Neoclassical Sculpture by Andrey Lekarski, France, 1970s

Exceptional Neoclassical Sculpture by Andrey Lekarski, France, 1970s

By Andrey Lekarksi

Located in New York, NY

Molded lacquered resin. Michel Angelo inspired. Second son of general Krum Lekarski and Nadezhda Lekarska, born on December 2, 1940 in Sofia (Bulgaria). From 1954 to 1959 he st...

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Vintage 1970s French Busts

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Resin

18th Century Terracotta Bust of a Man
18th Century Terracotta Bust of a Man

18th Century Terracotta Bust of a Man

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H 12.38 in W 7.25 in D 4 in

18th Century Terracotta Bust of a Man

Located in Kittery Point, ME

The bust raised on a later granite socle.  

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Antique Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Terracotta

1900s Signed Bronze Bust of Man
1900s Signed Bronze Bust of Man

1900s Signed Bronze Bust of Man

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H 14 in W 15 in D 6 in

1900s Signed Bronze Bust of Man

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautifully cast with Paris foundry mark and signature of artist.

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Silvered Bronze and Rouge Marble Busts
Pair of Silvered Bronze and Rouge Marble Busts

Pair of Silvered Bronze and Rouge Marble Busts

By Jean-Baptiste Auguste Clesinger

Located in New York, NY

Jean-Baptisite Clesinger (French. 1814-1883): A pair of silvered bronze and rouge marble busts of a Bacchante couple, cast by Marny Hac, 1 Rue de la Paix, Paris. The female bust with...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

1920 Alabaster Bonnet Top Bust of a Woman
1920 Alabaster Bonnet Top Bust of a Woman

1920 Alabaster Bonnet Top Bust of a Woman

Located in Stamford, CT

An 1920 alabaster bonnet top bust of a woman. This finely chiseled bust depicts a beautiful young woman in a pierced bonnet sitting on a small pedestal. All sold separately.

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Terracotta Bust of Benjamin Franklin, After Houdon, 19th Century
Terracotta Bust of Benjamin Franklin, After Houdon, 19th Century

Terracotta Bust of Benjamin Franklin, After Houdon, 19th Century

By Jean-Antoine Houdon

Located in Spencertown, NY

The bust is after the Houdon model done in 1778

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Terracotta

Plaster Bust by Charles Filleul – Mustached Man, 20th Century.
Plaster Bust by Charles Filleul – Mustached Man, 20th Century.

Plaster Bust by Charles Filleul – Mustached Man, 20th Century.

Located in NANTES, FR

Studio Bust by Charles Filleul – Mustached Man, Early 20th Century This studio bust, in plaster or terracotta, was crafted by Charles Filleul and originates directly from his worksh...

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20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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Plaster

Plaster Bust "Corneille Van Cleve" After Jean-Jacques Caffieri
Plaster Bust "Corneille Van Cleve" After Jean-Jacques Caffieri

Plaster Bust "Corneille Van Cleve" After Jean-Jacques Caffieri

By Caffieri

Located in Brussels, BE

Plaster bust "Corneille Van Cleve" after Jean-Jacques Caffieri raised on a faux-marble pedestal.    

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Plaster, Wood

19th Century Bisque Bust: Diana the Huntress After Houdon
19th Century Bisque Bust: Diana the Huntress After Houdon

19th Century Bisque Bust: Diana the Huntress After Houdon

By Jean-Antoine Houdon

Located in Peyraud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

This bust crafted of bisque porcelain features Diana the Huntress after Jean-Antoine Houdon (French, 1741- 1828). Diana, in Roman mythology, is the goddess of wild animals and hunt, ...

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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Busts

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Petite Borghese Terra Cotta Busts C. 1960's
Pair of Petite Borghese Terra Cotta Busts C. 1960's

Pair of Petite Borghese Terra Cotta Busts C. 1960's

By Borghese

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French terra cotta bust boy & girl bust Borghese of Houdon's Louis Brongniart (1772-1845) The original sits in the Louve. 9" tall with pedestal base and gilt detail. Both bust stil...

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Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Busts

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Terracotta

Bust of Marie Antoinette in Sevres Ceramic from the 1940s
Bust of Marie Antoinette in Sevres Ceramic from the 1940s

Bust of Marie Antoinette in Sevres Ceramic from the 1940s

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Milano, MI

Bust depicting Marie Antoinette, made in Sevres ceramic in the 1940s Ø cm 25 Ø cm 13 h cm 49 Sèvres pottery is one of the most famous ceramic manufacturers in all of Europe, bo...

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Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Ceramic

Terracotta sculpture, Charles Filleul workshop, bust of a child.
Terracotta sculpture, Charles Filleul workshop, bust of a child.

Terracotta sculpture, Charles Filleul workshop, bust of a child.

Located in NANTES, FR

This terracotta sculpture originates from the workshop of Charles Filleul. It features a patinated finish and is a finely crafted modeling, mounted on a wooden base. Please note som...

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20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Terracotta

Bust in the Antique Style by Ch. Filleul, Patinated Studio Plaster, 20th Century
Bust in the Antique Style by Ch. Filleul, Patinated Studio Plaster, 20th Century

Bust in the Antique Style by Ch. Filleul, Patinated Studio Plaster, 20th Century

Located in NANTES, FR

This bust is a studio plaster piece made by Charles Filleul. It is a patinated plaster mounted on a wooden cube. It is a 20th-century work. Regarding condition, please note some dam...

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20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Plaster

Defaced bust of Comte de Mirabeau (1749-1791), Jean-Antoine Houdon (1741-1828)
Defaced bust of Comte de Mirabeau (1749-1791), Jean-Antoine Houdon (1741-1828)

Defaced bust of Comte de Mirabeau (1749-1791), Jean-Antoine Houdon (1741-1828)

By Jean-Antoine Houdon

Located in York, GB

Modelled in 1791 at the height of French revolutionary fervour, this signed and dated terracotta bust by Jean-Antoine Houdon (1741 - 1828) depicts Honoré Gabriel Riqueti, Comte de Mi...

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Antique 1790s French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Terracotta

19th or Early 20th Century Marble Bust of a Young Woman Signed on Reverse
19th or Early 20th Century Marble Bust of a Young Woman Signed on Reverse

19th or Early 20th Century Marble Bust of a Young Woman Signed on Reverse

Located in Stamford, CT

19th or early 20th century marble bust of a young woman signed on reverse. This young beauty having her hair in a bun with a rose on the side is in full Victorian dress.

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

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19th Century Continental Female Bust Sculpture in White Marble
19th Century Continental Female Bust Sculpture in White Marble

19th Century Continental Female Bust Sculpture in White Marble

Located in New York, NY

Fine antique (19th century) continental bust of a lovely female in curls and dress adorned with bows at the shoulder. Apparently unsigned.

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Busts

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Carrara Marble

Italian Grand Tour Carved Marble Bust Of Woman
Italian Grand Tour Carved Marble Bust Of Woman

Italian Grand Tour Carved Marble Bust Of Woman

Located in Bradenton, FL

Classical 19th century hand-carved Italian Neoclassic Grand Tour marble female bust. Bust features intricately carved young woman's head and neck, wearing delicate drapery across déc...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Busts

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Marble

Marcel-André Bouraine Bronze Bust Sculpture
Marcel-André Bouraine Bronze Bust Sculpture

Marcel-André Bouraine Bronze Bust Sculpture

By Marcel-André Bouraine

Located in Norwood, NJ

Marcel-André Bouraine (1886-1948) Bronze Bust Sculpture. Fine quality period Art Deco bronze bust by celebrated sculptor Marcel-André Bouraine. Mounted on an original Belgium black m...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Busts

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century Italian Alabaster Bust
19th Century Italian Alabaster Bust

19th Century Italian Alabaster Bust

$3,950

H 20.25 in W 13 in D 7.5 in

19th Century Italian Alabaster Bust

Located in Houston, TX

19th century Italian alabaster bust. Well sculpted antique Italian alabaster or marble bust of a classical female mounted on a plinth. This is a beautifully detailed antique alabast...

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Antique 1860s Italian Classical Roman Busts

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Alabaster

French Plaster Bust of a Classical Roman Male
French Plaster Bust of a Classical Roman Male

French Plaster Bust of a Classical Roman Male

$2,450

H 18.75 in W 10.75 in D 10.75 in

French Plaster Bust of a Classical Roman Male

Located in Houston, TX

French plaster bust of a classical roman male. Handsome Italian stone bust of a Classical Roman, circa 1920. This beautiful classical male bust sculpture is well detailed. This gorg...

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Vintage 1920s French Classical Roman Busts

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Plaster

Vintage Neoclassical Plaster Bust of Hermes, Late 20th Century
Vintage Neoclassical Plaster Bust of Hermes, Late 20th Century

Vintage Neoclassical Plaster Bust of Hermes, Late 20th Century

$320Sale Price|20% Off

H 13.25 in W 8 in D 5 in

Vintage Neoclassical Plaster Bust of Hermes, Late 20th Century

Located in Elkhart, IN

A finely modeled vintage plaster bust depicting Hermes, the classical messenger god, with tightly curled hair, a contemplative expression, and the elegant fragmented form associated ...

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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Busts

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Plaster

19th Century Bronze Bust of Apollo Belvedere
19th Century Bronze Bust of Apollo Belvedere

19th Century Bronze Bust of Apollo Belvedere

Located in Dublin 8, IE

19th Century bronze bust of the Greek God, Apollo Belvedere. After the ancient original ‘Apollo Belvedere’ sculpture by Leochares.

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Antique 19th Century Busts

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Bronze

19th Century Italian Classical Marble Bust of Venus Chiurazzi
19th Century Italian Classical Marble Bust of Venus Chiurazzi

19th Century Italian Classical Marble Bust of Venus Chiurazzi

Located in New York, NY

Psyche of Capua. White marble bust of Venus, after antique. Italy, late 19th century. Inscribed, 'Chiurazzi.' Measures: 21 in. (53.3 cm) height.

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Classical Greek Busts

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Carrara Marble

Italian Neoclassical Marble Bust of Diana, 19th Century, Italy Grand Tour
Italian Neoclassical Marble Bust of Diana, 19th Century, Italy Grand Tour

Italian Neoclassical Marble Bust of Diana, 19th Century, Italy Grand Tour

Located in Bradenton, FL

Italian Neoclassical Marble Bust of Diana, Goddess of the hunt, the moon, wild animals, and chastity. 19th Century, Italy Grand Tour. Bust depicts a youthful classical maiden with h...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Busts

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Marble

Antique Carrara Marble Bust of a Grecian Lady by Eugene Aizelin 19th Century
Antique Carrara Marble Bust of a Grecian Lady by Eugene Aizelin 19th Century

Antique Carrara Marble Bust of a Grecian Lady by Eugene Aizelin 19th Century

By Eugene-Antoine Aizelin

Located in London, GB

A beautifully sculpted Italian solid white Carrara marble bust sculpture of a Grecian Lady wearing a floral garland, signed by Eugene Antoine Aizelin, and dating from circa 1850. Th...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Busts

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Carrara Marble

French Porcelain Bust of Classical Male
French Porcelain Bust of Classical Male

French Porcelain Bust of Classical Male

$2,650

H 16.5 in W 7.5 in D 8.25 in

French Porcelain Bust of Classical Male

Located in Houston, TX

French porcelain bust of a classical male. This vintage French porcelain bust sculpture is mounted on a marble base and dates to the 1940s. This gorgeous antique bust would look gr...

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Vintage 1940s French Classical Roman Busts

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Marble

Italian Neoclassical Marble Bust of Young Woman, 19th Century Grand Tour
Italian Neoclassical Marble Bust of Young Woman, 19th Century Grand Tour

Italian Neoclassical Marble Bust of Young Woman, 19th Century Grand Tour

Located in Bradenton, FL

Italian Neoclassical Grand Tour Carved Marble Bust of a Young Woman. The figure is presented in an introspective pose, her head gently inclined downward, evoking a sense of contempla...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Busts

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Marble

19th Century Italian Marble Bust of Aphrodite
19th Century Italian Marble Bust of Aphrodite

19th Century Italian Marble Bust of Aphrodite

$4,250 / set

H 19.5 in W 11.75 in D 8 in

19th Century Italian Marble Bust of Aphrodite

Located in Houston, TX

19th century Italian marble bust of Aphrodite. Our antique Italian Carrara marble bust of Aphrodite is expertly carved and rests on a round socle. This bust was perhaps a Grand Tour...

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Antique 1890s Italian Classical Greek Busts

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Marble

Neoclassical Plaster Bust of Ares After Alkamenes
Neoclassical Plaster Bust of Ares After Alkamenes

Neoclassical Plaster Bust of Ares After Alkamenes

$6,444

H 36.23 in W 14.57 in D 14.97 in

Neoclassical Plaster Bust of Ares After Alkamenes

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

This neoclassical plaster bust of Ares is made in plaster and depicts the iconic marble statue by Alkamenes in 5th Century BC. Ares is the Greek god of war, son of Zeus and Hera. Ca...

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Early 20th Century English Grand Tour Statues

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Plaster

19th Century Italian Terracotta Bust of a Classical Male
19th Century Italian Terracotta Bust of a Classical Male

19th Century Italian Terracotta Bust of a Classical Male

Located in Houston, TX

19th century Italian terracotta bust of a classical male. This monumental antique Italian terracotta bust sculpture of a classical Roman male is a well executed statement piece and...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Busts

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Terracotta

Hand Carved Neoclassical Female Bust in White and Veined Marble
Hand Carved Neoclassical Female Bust in White and Veined Marble

Hand Carved Neoclassical Female Bust in White and Veined Marble

Located in Marbella, ES

An elegant, neoclassical-inspired female bust, hand-carved from white marble combined with veined marble in dark and ochre tones. The figure features a delicate, serene face, with he...

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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Busts

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Marble

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By George Romney

Located in Miami, FL

DESCRIPTION: Perhaps the best Romney in private hands. If Vogue Magazine existed in the late 18th century, this image of Lady Caroline Price would be on one of its covers. The e...

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1970s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

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Perseus and Andromeda Oil Painting on Canvas, Old Masters, Circa 1726

Perseus and Andromeda Oil Painting on Canvas, Old Masters, Circa 1726

Located in Paris, Île-de-France

Carle Vanloo (Nice 1705 – Paris 1765) Perseus and Andromeda Oil on canvas. H. 081; W. 065. Alongside François Boucher (1703-1770) and Charles-Joseph Natoire (1700-1777), Carle Vanlo...

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1720s Old Masters Nude Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Four Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Chinoiserie Bergères, Jansen Attr., 1890
Four Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Chinoiserie Bergères, Jansen Attr., 1890

Four Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Chinoiserie Bergères, Jansen Attr., 1890

By Maison Jansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Fine and Rare Assembled Set of Four French Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Carved and Japanned-Chinoiserie Lacquer Decorated Bergers Armchairs, attributed to Maison Jansen (House of Janse...

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Antique Early 1900s French Chinoiserie Armchairs

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Velvet, Giltwood, Lacquer

19th Century Italian Roman Vanitas Bust Renaissance Revival Memento Mori Marble
19th Century Italian Roman Vanitas Bust Renaissance Revival Memento Mori Marble

19th Century Italian Roman Vanitas Bust Renaissance Revival Memento Mori Marble

$12,714Sale Price|20% Off

H 29.53 in W 23.63 in D 11.03 in

19th Century Italian Roman Vanitas Bust Renaissance Revival Memento Mori Marble

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Masterfully carved & most impressive Italian Vanitas bust in solid marble from late 19th century. White Carrara marble skull combined with a Belgian Black marble Roman toga (ro...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Busts

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Marble, Belgian Black Marble, Carrara Marble

ANTINOUS Magnificent Italian Neoclassical Carrara Marble Sculpture
ANTINOUS Magnificent Italian Neoclassical Carrara Marble Sculpture

ANTINOUS Magnificent Italian Neoclassical Carrara Marble Sculpture

Located in Rome, IT

Outstanding 19th century Italian finely carved Carrara "Statuario" marble sculpture of Antinoo , after the Antique The Capitoline 'Antinous'. Antinous, a young Bithinius favorite...

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19th Century Academic Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Diana and Actaeon, a Mannerist painting after Joseph Heintz the Elder
Diana and Actaeon, a Mannerist painting after Joseph Heintz the Elder

Diana and Actaeon, a Mannerist painting after Joseph Heintz the Elder

Located in PARIS, FR

This painting seduced us with its rich colors. Depicting Diana and her companions surprised by Actaeon, it was inspired by an engraving by Aegidius Sadeler II after a painting by Jos...

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17th Century Old Masters Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Duke of Wellington's Niece, Portrait of Lady Bagot, Oil on Canvas, 30 x 25 inche
Duke of Wellington's Niece, Portrait of Lady Bagot, Oil on Canvas, 30 x 25 inche

Duke of Wellington's Niece, Portrait of Lady Bagot, Oil on Canvas, 30 x 25 inche

By Sir John Hoppner

Located in Miami, FL

In historical British portraiture, it's who the sitter is that drives the price. In the present work, the sitter is Mary Charlotte Anne Wellesley-Pole, eldest daughter of William, 4...

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1780s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet
Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet

Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet

Located in Houston, TX

Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...

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Antique 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Vitrines

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Glass, Mahogany

H. Guérault (French, 19th/20th Century) "The Little Prince" Oil on Canvas
H. Guérault (French, 19th/20th Century) "The Little Prince" Oil on Canvas

H. Guérault (French, 19th/20th Century) "The Little Prince" Oil on Canvas

Located in Queens, NY

Exquisite Quality French Art Nouveau oil on canvas painting of an elegant lady and pup, titled "The Little Prince" / "Le Dauphin no. 51" (on exhibition label affixed to the stretcher...

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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Grand Tour 19th Century Marble Bust of Antinous as Hermes by Filli Pugi
Grand Tour 19th Century Marble Bust of Antinous as Hermes by Filli Pugi

Grand Tour 19th Century Marble Bust of Antinous as Hermes by Filli Pugi

Located in Shippensburg, PA

FILLI PUGI Italian, fl. 19th century Bust of the Capitoline Antinous after Antiquity Carved Carrara Marble signed verso “Filli Pugi Firenze” executed circa late 19th century Ite...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Busts

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Carrara Marble

Copy of "Portrait of Beatrice dʼEste" by Leonardo da Vinci created 15th Century
Copy of "Portrait of Beatrice dʼEste" by Leonardo da Vinci created 15th Century

Copy of "Portrait of Beatrice dʼEste" by Leonardo da Vinci created 15th Century

Located in New York, NY

A masterful copy by an unknown artist, after the portrait of "Beatrice d'Este" by Leonardo Da Vinci also known as ‘Portrait of a Lady’ or ‘La Dama con la reticella di perle (The Lady...

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18th Century Northern Renaissance Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Rare Louis XV Ormolu-Mounted Tulipwood and Chinese Lacquer Cabinet
Rare Louis XV Ormolu-Mounted Tulipwood and Chinese Lacquer Cabinet

Rare Louis XV Ormolu-Mounted Tulipwood and Chinese Lacquer Cabinet

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A Rare Louis XV Ormolu-Mounted Tulipwood and Chinese Lacquer cabinet, c. 1750 (Regence Period) A truly magnificent, monumental, and one of a kind cabinet, painted throughout with gi...

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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Cabinets

Materials

Ormolu

IMPORTANT BISHOP JAMES STANLEY 1508 KING HENRY VII ENGLiSH OAK TUDOR TESTER BED
IMPORTANT BISHOP JAMES STANLEY 1508 KING HENRY VII ENGLiSH OAK TUDOR TESTER BED

IMPORTANT BISHOP JAMES STANLEY 1508 KING HENRY VII ENGLiSH OAK TUDOR TESTER BED

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly important, Museum quality, English Tudor King Henry VII Oak tester bed made for an...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Renaissance Beds and Bed Frames

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Oak

Erotic  Sexual Mythological Marble Figural, Nude woman, Bacchante and Satyr Herm
Erotic  Sexual Mythological Marble Figural, Nude woman, Bacchante and Satyr Herm

Erotic Sexual Mythological Marble Figural, Nude woman, Bacchante and Satyr Herm

Located in Miami, FL

Bacchic revelry. A sexy and nude curvaceous young Nymph/Bacchante makes amorous advances to a Herm - whose facial expression reflects her erotic touch. The Herm is stylized where his...

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Mid-19th Century Old Masters Nude Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Fabergé Style Bejewelled and Enamelled Gold Egg by Asprey
Fabergé Style Bejewelled and Enamelled Gold Egg by Asprey

Fabergé Style Bejewelled and Enamelled Gold Egg by Asprey

By Asprey International Limited, Garrard & Co. Ltd.

Located in London, GB

This exceptional, 18 carat gold Easter egg was crafted by the famous London-based royal jewellers, Asprey & Co. The piece was then retailed by Garrard & Co, who once worked i...

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1990s English Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold

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French Neoclassical Busts For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of French neoclassical busts is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of stone, metal and marble, all French neoclassical busts available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of French neoclassical busts available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. French neoclassical busts bearing Neoclassical or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. French neoclassical busts have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Jean-Antoine Houdon, Affortunato Gory and Andrey Lekarksi are consistently popular.

How Much are French Neoclassical Busts?

Prices for French neoclassical busts start at $146 and top out at $20,625 with the average selling for $2,729.

A Close Look at Neoclassical Furniture

Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.

Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.

The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.

Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.

Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.

Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Busts for You

The presence of vintage and antique bust sculptures can add a necessary decorative layer to any interior. And just because a statue looks classical doesn't mean it has to be conventional.

A touch of whimsy, a dose of drama — a single bust can alter a room. And when placed in just the right spot, these statues can almost feel alive.

“They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give,” says Los Angeles designer Timothy Corrigan, who loves pieces that beg to be touched. For a welcoming entry hall project in California, Corrigan selected an antique Persian rug and a bust that invites you to touch it. A collection of sculptures in wood, marble and brass complement the star of the show.

For Consort cofounder and creative director Mat Sanders, a bust doesn’t have to be pretty. “I most enjoy busts that are a little busted,” Sanders jokes — but choose something with a soul you can live with, as “sculpture representative of the human form carries with it an energy you will add to the space.”

The antique and vintage bust sculptures for sale on 1stDibs include Art Deco busts, mid-century modern busts and more.