L Pilet
Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Recent Sales
Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Figurative Sculptures
Slate, Bronze
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Natural Specimens
Stone
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pillows and Throws
Velvet
1920s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Oil, Canvas
21st Century and Contemporary American Pillows and Throws
Velvet, Silk
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Grand Tour Busts
Marble, Slate, Bronze
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Antiquities
Ceramic
1970s Modern Nude Photography
Silver Gelatin
19th Century Romantic Portrait Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Resin, Plaster
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Venice Landscape Italian Oil on Canvas Painting in Gilt Wood Frame, Belle Epoque, Early 20th Century
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Figurative Scul...
Terracotta
20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Canvas, Oil
1890s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Oil, Panel
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Busts
Resin, Plaster
2010s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Bronze, Iron
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Bronze
Finding the Right Figurative-sculptures for You
Figurative sculpture is a modern art form in which artists create work that is typically representative of the visible world. However, sculptures that are considered to be figurative in style can definitely be inclusive of abstract elements. A wide range of antique, new and vintage figurative sculptures has been made over the years by both well-known and emerging artists, and these pieces can prove striking and provocative as part of your home decor.
Realistic representation in visual art has a very long history. And while figurative artists, whether figurative painters or sculptors, find inspiration in humans, animals and real-life objects, good figurative sculptures can make us think differently about how the real world should look. Just as figurative paintings might include Photorealistic human likenesses, they can also include elements of Surrealism and can suggest a creative and alternative reality. Figurative sculptures aren’t always realistic impressions of our world — depictions of the human form in classical Greek sculpture, for example, might emphasize beauty and physical perfection.
There are a variety of figurative sculptures on 1stDibs created by artists working in a number of styles, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, mid-century modern and more. A large figurative sculpture can introduce an excellent focal point in a guest bedroom, while smaller works might draw the eye to spaces such as wall shelving or a bookcase that people may otherwise overlook.
When decorating your living room, dining room, home office and study areas with figurative sculptures, don’t be afraid to choose bold colors to inject brightness into neutral spaces. Texture is another factor to consider when purchasing figurative sculptures. A highly textural work of ceramics or wood will catch the eye in a sleek modern space, whereas a smooth, flat glass sculpture can offer an often much-needed contrast in a room that already has many textures.
On 1stDibs, find antique, new or vintage figurative sculpture or other kinds of sculpture for your home decor today.