German Bauhaus Color Wheel
Located in New York, NY
An oak wood and paper color wheel, German Bauhaus design, circa late-20th century, Made in Switzerland. Piece was originally designed by German, Ludwig Hirschfeld-Mack, early-20th ce...
Oak, Paper
$90,954Sale Price|20% Off
Monumental 18th Century Italian Baroque Carved Giltwood Architectural Balustrade
Located in Cesena, FC
Architectural Statement: Monumental Baroque Choir Loft Balustrade (1720) - 15 Meters of History for Exceptional Interior Projects Important 18th-century Baroque balustrade, finished...
Gold Leaf
$1,900
Patriotic Flag Whirligig
Located in Lancaster, PA
Celebrate American craftsmanship with this charming c. 1940 patriotic whirligig. Crafted from wood and metal, this delightful piece features two men and an American flag, capturing a...
Paint
22 Royal Copenhagen Golden Christmas Tree Ornaments in Original Packaging
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Discover the timeless elegance of Royal Copenhagen with this complete set of 22 Golden Christmas ornaments, all in their unopened original packaging. Each ornament is a beautifully...
Brass
6 Handmade Ceramic Filihankat Christmas Ornaments by Marianne Steenholdt Bork
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Filihankat Christmas Ornaments by Marianne Steenholdt Bork – Scandinavian Craftsmanship at Its Finest Elevate your holiday décor with the enchanting Christmas ornaments from Filihan...
Ceramic
Suspended Brass Gong Titled "Orion" Depicting the Constellation By Val Bertoia
By Val Bertoia
Located in Dallas, TX
Orion Gong, an early work by Val Bertoia, 24" in diameter. It was constructed of brass with an applied patina. The brass is pierced with a depiction of the constellation of Orion.
Brass
Signed Vintage handmade mid century modern retro style abstract pottery
Located in Seattle, WA
Handmade wall Decor with a floral bird motif. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 13” Diameter ; 0.75” H
Ceramic
$1,947 / item
Clessidra Glass Hourglass in Grey and Red by Venini
By Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass hourglass in grey and red. Perfect for indoor home decor or as a statement piece for any room. Limited edition of 199 pieces. Also available in other colors on 1stdibs. ...
Art Glass
18th Century Bronze Mortar with Pestle Apothecary Set
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
An antique bronze mortar with original pestle which has two side handles and incised detail. This set, found in Europe, would be a great addition to an existing collection of these p...
Metal, Bronze
Steel plate by Riccardo Manzi
Located in Lugo, IT
Porcelain steel plate by Riccardo Manzi for Italsider 1968. 500 copies. Good conditions. Thank you
Steel
Venini Limited Edition Ando Time Hour Glass Set in Grape by Tadao Ando
By Venini, Tadao Ando
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The collaboration between the master craftsmanship of the Venetian Glass and the layered geometric form has created this special piece of objet. Architecture is defined through “Spac...
Glass
Set of 3 Small Elemental Spinning Tops in Oiled Walnut by Alvaro Uribe for Wooda
By Alvaro Uribe, Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
The initial inspiration for the elemental top collection by Alvaro Uribe for Wooda was wooda’s iconic logo of a tree. We felt it captured the company’s synergy for working with wood ...
Wood, Hardwood, Walnut
Small Agua Elemental Spinning Top in Oiled Walnut by Alvaro Uribe for Wooda
By Wooda, Alvaro Uribe
Located in Omro, WI
The initial inspiration for the elemental top collection by Alvaro Uribe for Wooda was wooda’s iconic logo of a tree. We felt it captured the company’s synergy for working with wood ...
Hardwood, Walnut
Small Cairn Elemental Spinning Top in Oiled Walnut by Alvaro Uribe for Wooda
By Wooda, Alvaro Uribe
Located in Omro, WI
The initial inspiration for the elemental top collection by Alvaro Uribe for Wooda was Wooda’s iconic logo of a tree. We felt it captured the company’s synergy for working with wood ...
Hardwood, Walnut
Small Tree Elemental Spinning Top in Oiled Walnut by Alvaro Uribe for Wooda
By Wooda, Alvaro Uribe
Located in Omro, WI
The initial inspiration for the elemental top collection by Alvaro Uribe for Wooda was wooda’s iconic logo of a tree. We felt it captured the company’s synergy for working with wood ...
Hardwood, Walnut
Venini Ando Time Hourglass in Crystal and Red by Tadao Ando
By Venini, Tadao Ando
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ando Time Hourglass, designed by Tadao Ando and manufactured by Venini, is a limited edition of 49 art pieces (per color) plus an additional 20 P.d.A. artist's proof. ""Architecture ...
Glass
Gilt Metal Sunburst Sculpture on Black Wood Base, Vintage 1950s Art
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Wonderful and unique gilt metal sculpture mounted on black painted wood base. The sculpture depicts the sun, butterflies, crabs and multiple lilies.
Metal
Large Vintage Hollywood Decor Aluminum "Star Spindle" Film Reel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage film real whose spindles form a star (ca. 1940s, USA). Impressive piece of Hollywood decor in an uniquely large size (42" Diameter) with good signs of age/patina (original we...
Aluminum
Beautiful Minimalsitic Sculptural 14kg/30lb Kettlebell, Stainless Steel, Walnut
Located in Berlin, DE
Kettlebell series in walnut. Perfectly shaped stainless steel, noble solid wood and fine brass details, this kettlebell is an absolute eye-catcher. The handle is in a league of its ...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Space Race Moon Landing July 20, 1969 Apollo 11 Large Brutalist Steel Sculpture
By Nasa, Miguel Ortiz Berrocal
Located in St. Louis, MO
Unique and very large, One of a kind - Mid-Century period Brutalist Artisan made & hand crafted Space Sculpture paying homage to the Apollo 11 moon landing on July 20, 1969. Brutalis...
Brass, Copper, Steel
Sweet Anticipation Mousetrap by Mark Sturkenboom, Organic Modern
By Mark Sturkenboom
Located in Geneve, CH
Sweet Anticipation Mousetrap by Mark Sturkenboom Dimensions: W 35 x D 30 x H 50 cm Material: Mouthblown and Engraved Glass, 14kt Goldplated Brass, Raw Uncut Diamond, 18kt Gold, Itali...
Other, Gold, Brass
Model Wooden Horse Drawn Hay Cart, Oak, Country Style, Antique
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Model Wooden Horse Drawn Hay Cart This is a trim little Wagon, it is made mainly in Oak and comes in a natural wood finish, with removable hay gates and metal bound wheels This char...
Oak
$1,455
Iron Gloves From XiX th
Located in Madrid, ES
Immerse yourself in the exquisite charm of the 19th century with our Antique Aluminum Clothes Iron, a rare piece that seamlessly blends functionality and aesthetics with exceptional ...
Aluminum
Large Bertoia Studios 32-Rod 'Sounding Chess / B-2466' Copper & Brass Sculpture
By Val Bertoia, Harry Bertoia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Bertoia Studios 32-Rod 'Sounding Chess / B-2466' copper & brass sculpture. A lyrical and musical sound sculpture with certificate of authenticity signed by Val, the artist ...
Silver, Brass, Copper
Large Bertoia Studios 24-Rod 'Star of Sound / B-2482' Copper & Brass Sculpture
By Harry Bertoia, Val Bertoia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Bertoia Studios 24-rod 'Star of Sound B-2482' copper & brass sculpture. A lyrical and musical sound sculpture with certificate of authenticity signed by Val, the artist and son...
Silver, Brass, Copper
Vertical Sculpture Castaña Black Clay Burnished Clay Fired with Wood Removable
By La muerte tiene permiso
Located in London, GB
Castañas (chestnuts) is a sculpture made of a series of cups. The individual pieces can be rearranged to create different shapes, and can also be used as drinking cups for a coffee ...
Clay
Art Deco Inspired Car, Designer: Marcelo Peña, 2014. Materials: wood and leather
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Steel
Scultura cinetica italiana modern in plastica gialla di Franco Costalonga 1970
Located in MIlano, IT
Scultura cinetica composta da un tubolare in plastica giallo senape e una sfera con all’interno una bacchetta di radio che genera fasci di colore giallo. Realizzata da Franco Costalo...
Art Glass, Plastic
$4,831 / item
Coexist Sky Decorative Object by Secondome Edizioni
Located in Geneve, CH
Coexist Sky Decorative Object by Secondome Edizioni Limited Edition Of 30 Pieces + 3 A.P. Designer: Gio Tirotto. Dimensions: D 30 x W 32 x H 38 cm. Materials: Handblown glass and br...
Brass
Coexist Ground Decorative Object by Secondome Edizioni
Located in Geneve, CH
Coexist Ground Decorative Object by Secondome Edizioni Limited Edition Of 30 Pieces + 3 A.P. Designer: Gio Tirotto. Dimensions: D 30 x W 32 x H 38 cm. Materials: Handblown glass and...
Brass
French Tailor's Mannequin, early 20th Century
Located in Berghuelen, DE
French Tailor's Mannequin, early 20th Century French 20th century tailor's mannequin. Made of paper, fabric and metal. It features a mechanism inside which allows the tailor to adju...
Metal
Venini Ando Time Hourglass in Crystal and Aquamarine by Tadao Ando
By Tadao Ando, Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ando time hourglass, designed by Tadao Ando and manufactured by Venini, is a limited edition of 49 art pieces (per color) plus an additional 20 P.d.A. artist's proof. "Architecture i...
Glass
Invertible Cube Signed, Colored and Handmade by Paul Schatz, 1898-1979
By Paul Schatz
Located in Munster, NRW
The invertible cube, signed, colored and handmade by Paul Schatz, 1898-1979. Anthroposoph, Artist & Mathematician, (authenticity confirmed by Paul Schatz Foundation). Measures...
Paper
19th Century French Provincial Carved Articulated Artist's Model
Located in Middleburg, VA
A charming and evocative 19th-century carved wooden artist's mannequin from provincial France, circa 1850. This finely sculpted figure is carved from beechwood with articulated joint...
Metal, Brass
Classic Alex Moulton 4-speed Bicycle, modernist design
By Huffy Corp.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Alex Moulton 4-speed Bicycle, modernist design.. Amazing design,, All original,, Nice condition,,great riding bike,, probably can use a good tune up..
Steel
Venini Limited Edition Ando Time Hour Glass Set in Crystal by Tadao Ando
By Tadao Ando, Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The collaboration between the master craftsmanship of the Venetian glass and the layered geometric form has created this special piece of objet. Architecture is defined through “Spac...
Glass
Venini Ando Time Hourglass in Grape and Bamboo by Tadao Ando
By Venini, Tadao Ando
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ando Time Hourglass, designed by Tadao Ando and manufactured by Venini, is a limited edition of 49 art pieces (per color) plus an additional 20 P.d.A. artist's proof. "Architecture i...
Glass
Venini Ando Time Hourglass in Grape and Red by Tadao Ando
By Venini, Tadao Ando
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ando Time hourglass, designed by Tadao Ando and manufactured by Venini, is a limited edition of 49 art pieces (per color) plus an additional 20 P.d.A. artist's proof. "Architecture i...
Glass
Venini Murano glass incolor hourglass circa 1950
By Venini
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
incredible Venini Murano glass incolor hourglass circa 1950.
Murano Glass
1950's Wood Motorcycle Model
Located in New York, NY
Unique motorcycle model with moving parts, fully constructed in wood. New Hampshire, circa 1950's.
Wood
$1,625Sale Price|35% Off
Art Deco WWII Military Strategy Chalk Teaching Globe on Stand by Denoyer-Geppert
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare art deco WWII military strategy chalk teaching globe by Denoyer-Geppert with period chrome stand, circa 1940s. The globe is in good condition with original paint; there are seve...
Chrome, Steel
Contemporary Art Armchair Elica L / R Black Leather by Paolo Portoghesi
By Paolo Portoghesi, Mirabili
Located in Pistoia, IT
Elica is another of Portoghesi’s limpid creations, defined by his poetics of the perceptive, dynamic fields of the directional lines. His poetics are, in turn, defined by various inf...
Bronze
Contemporary Art Regina Armchair in Velvet and Grezzo Arte Wood by Urano Palma
By Mirabili, Urano Palma
Located in Pistoia, IT
So many chairs, so many benches, so many big tables, all with the wrinkled skin of old tree trunks or of rusted metal sheet. The chair is probably the central symbol of this universe...
Velvet, Wood
Tobia Scarpa Scudo Magico, iron & brass limited edition sculpture, 2020
By Tobia Scarpa, Paradisoterrestre
Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT
Materials: metal structure with brass welds, circular base in natural iron, brass sphere that allows manual rotation of the sculpture An artistic project by the Venetian architect...
Metal, Brass, Iron
Gold Linear Brass Nylon Contemporary Suspended Sculpture by STUDIO SOL LECCIA
Located in Geneve, CH
Dactyle Suspended Sculpture by STUDIO SOL LECCIA Materials: Brass, dactyle, nylon thread. Dimensions: L 120 x H 80 cm. This hanging sculpture was inspired by a grass, dactylis glom...
Brass
Beautiful Bronze Bell by Paolo Soleri
By Paolo Soleri
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful bronze Cosanti bell by Paolo Soleri. Uncommon shape and design. Fantastic patina and a great sound. Signed. A unique piece from a celebrated artist. Unique attribute to thi...
Bronze
Albert Chubac, Important Geometric Sculpture, France, circa 1960
By Albert Chubac
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Albert Chubac (1925-2008), Important geometric sculpture, Painted wood, France, circa 1960. Measures: Height 111 cm, width 60 cm, depth 35 cm. Albert Chubac was born in Geneva in 1...
Wood
Moving Sculpture of I Ching Energies by Equipo Zarpa, 1970s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Fascinating steel sculpture composed of a rotating body where to place the twelve rods that will form the trigrams resting on the marks on the base. The origin of the IChing comes fr...
Steel
$1,036Sale Price / set|30% Off
Set of 11 Brass and Copper Pétanque French Boules or Italian Bocce Balls
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A game in which the objective is to throw or roll heavy balls (called boules in France, and "bocce" in Italy) as close as possible to a small target ball. Early 1900s, great accents,...
Brass, Copper
$1,125 / item
Nori Contemporary Screen
By Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Nori contemporary screen. Emulating the natural pattern of its namesake––each piece––individually bent by hand is then coated with Salago fiber creating a beautiful shroud of tra...
Other
Vintage 1960s Modernist Inspired Handcrafted Hanging Wall Sculpture/Room Divider
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1960s Modernist inspired handcrafted hanging wall sculpture / room divider by New Zealand Artist Andrew Reid. circa 1990s. Features a combination of geometric shapes with ro...
Wire
Art Deco Inspired Airplane in Wood Designer, Marcelo Peña, 2014
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Steel
Art Deco Inspired Car in Wood Designer: Marcelo Peña, 2014
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Steel
$460Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Wood Survey Measuring Large Stick by Lenner
Located in San Diego, CA
Hard to find a rare vintage wood measuring stick by Lenner.
Aluminum
Albert Chubac, Sculpture, "TOTEM", Painted Iron, circa 1980, France
By Albert Chubac
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Albert Chubac, cinetic sculpture, "Cage", Painted iron, circa 1980, France. Measures: Height 52 cm, depth 10 cm, width 10 cm. Albert Chubac was born in Geneva in 1920. After stud...
Iron
Albert Chubac, Cinetic Sculpture, "Cage", Painted Iron, circa 1980, France
By Albert Chubac
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Albert Chubac, cinetic sculpture, "Cage", Painted iron, circa 1980, France. Measures: Height 37 cm, depth 11 cm, width 11 cm. Albert Chubac was born in Geneva in 1920. After stud...
Iron
French Hand Made Antique Stained Glass Window Panel
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French hand made antique stained glass window panel This lovely Artisan made piece has been made from 19th century Green Iridescent and Etched Glass, skilfully set to make a Diamo...
Art Glass
$2,728Sale Price|20% Off
Italian Vintage Green Wooden Door from Capri
Located in Milano, IT
Wonderful Italian wooden door from Capri belonging to the 1960s, in a beautiful rustic chic style. The door is a classic rectangular door, but lower than the current norm because ho...
Brass
Holmegaard Handmade Glass Relief / Sun Catcher Abstract Motif "Summer", 1975
By Holmegaard, Per Lütken
Located in Odense, DK
Large handmade glass relief or sun catcher made for Holmegaard Glassworks 150th anniversary in 1975. Mounted in original cast iron holder. "The Seasons" were produced in 2500 numbere...
Iron
$34,108 / set
Pair of Great Dragon Temples Chinese Minguo Period
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of great dragon temples. Chinese Minguo period (1912-1949), in carved bone plates. With detailed dragon carvings. Sitting on a wooden base. faults Dim.: (temple) 66 x 95 x 31 c...
Bone
Styling your home with vintage, new and antique sculptures means adding a touch that can meaningfully transform the space. By introducing a sculptural work as a decorative finish to any interior, you’re making a statement, whether you tend toward the dramatic or prefer to keep things casual with modest, understated art.
A single, one-of-a-kind three-dimensional figurative sculpture mounted on your dining room wall is a guaranteed conversation piece, while a trio of abstract works arranged on your living room bookshelves can add spontaneity to the collection of first-edition novels or artist monographs you’re displaying as well as draw attention to them. Figurative sculptures are representational works that portray a specific person, animal or object. And while decorating with busts, which are sculpted or cast figurative works, hasn’t exactly topped the list of design trends every year, busts are back. According to designer Timothy Corrigan, “They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give.” Abstract sculptures, on the other hand, are not meant to show something specific. Instead, they invoke a mood or scene without directly stating what they are portraying.
Busts made of stone or metal may not seem like a good fit for your existing decor. Fortunately, there are many ways for a seemingly incongruous piece to fit in with the rest of your room’s theme. You can embrace a dramatic piece by making it the focal point of the room, or you can choose to incorporate several elements made out of the same material to create harmony in your space. If an antique or more dramatic piece doesn’t feel like you, why not opt for works comprising plastic, fiberglass or other more modern materials?
When incorporating sculpture into the design of your home — be it the playful work of auction hero and multimedia visionary KAWS, contemporary fiber art from Connecticut dealer browngrotta arts or still-life sculpture on a budget — consider proper lighting, which can bring out the distinctive aspects of your piece that deserve attention. And make sure you know how the size and form of the sculpture will affect your space in whole. If you choose a sculpture with dramatic design elements, such as sharp angles or bright colors, for example, try to better integrate this new addition by echoing those elements in the rest of your room’s design.
Get started on decorating with sculpture now — find figurative sculptures, animal sculptures and more on 1stDibs today.
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