American Marble Bust of President John Quincy Adams on Circular Plinth, C. 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
American marble bust of President John Quincy Adams resting on circular plinth, Mid-19th century.
Marble
Superb 19th Century Bronze and Gilt Bronze Bust of the God Apollo, Grand Tour
Located in London, by appointment only
Superb 19th century bronze and gilt bronze bust of the god Belvedere Apollo.
Bronze
Rare Vintage 1950s Chinoiserie Ceramic Female Sculpture Decanter Italy
By GOLDSCHEIDERSCHE PORZELLAN-MANUFACTUR UND MAJOLICA-FABRIK (1885-1953), Lladro
Located in San Diego, CA
Following the grand tradition of Italian wine makers with elaborate and collectible decanters, this piece is exceptional and unique. Modernist, Mid-Century, Tiki, Art Deco, Hollywoo...
Ceramic
Monumental Tom Bennett Brass Ribbon Sculpture Expressway LG
By Tom Bennett
Located in Culver City, CA
As photographed with a post modern chair and a mid century modern work of art. Also photographed with a life sized bust for size perspective.
Marble, Bronze
Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture of Leda and the Swan by Beauvais
By S. Beauvais
Located in New York City, NY
Key Words: figurines, decorative objects,Modernist, mid century, busts,nude,mantel
Sold|$154
Wood Montserrat Virgin Statue
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Spanish 'Montserrat' virgin statue made of wood. Made in Barcelona, Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. ...
Wood
Sold|$720
Unique Red Mannequin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage mannequin comes in a unique seated position and glossy red finish. This is a conversation piece and is sure to make a great addition to any home or office space. (Pleas...
Plastic
Monumental Benin King Oda of Nigeria West African, Midcentury Tribal Figure
By People from Benin
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Impressive Benin Oda King Lost Wax 'Bronze' sculpture from the mid-20th century Centuries old, the 'Lost Wax' method involves a mold created in wax and the molten metal poured in. Th...
Bronze
David M. General "Aurora" Carved Stone Sculpture
Located in Astoria, NY
David M. General "Aurora - Dancing in the Northern Sky," carved stone sculpture, 1988, stylized figure with carved hole at center, signed, dated, and titled underside.
Stone
Richard Robbins (1927-2009) Reclining Male Nude Study
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclining male nude study by renowned Post-War British artist and educator Richard Robbins (1927-2009). Formed in an expressive style with an abstract figuration, this masterfully...
Bronze
Brutalist Three-Sided Face Head Sculpture in the style of Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A unique three-sided face head sculpture in the Brutalist style sitting on a square dark gray slab marble base forming a box. The piece is crafted in the manner of the Curtis Jere St...
Composition
Vintage Italian Pottery Old Sicilian Caltagirone Head Vase Majolica Moor
By Italian school XX ct.
Located in Wilton, CT
Old Sicilian pottery Moorish head vase, circa early/mid 20th century. 17" high, 11" diameter. Repair to back of vase, as shown.
Pottery
Sold|$1,350
Suzanne Pascal Glass Sculpture
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a stunning signed carved glass sculpture of a female torso by the listed American artist, Suzanne Pascal (1914-) that dates to the mid-20th century. Suzanne Pascal's sculptur...
Glass
Sold|$300
Large Vintage Bakelite Buddha Head
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool large vintage bakelite Buddha bust / head, circa 1970s. The carved figure is a representation of Gautama Buddha, also known as the enlightened or awakened one. The piece ...
Bakelite
Italian Roman 'David' Sculpture on Black Marble Base
Located in New York, NY
A substantial mid-20th century classic Italian Roman statue of the 'David' on a black marble base, circa 1960s, Italy.
Marble
Wooden Sculpture of Female Head by Nikita Karpenko
Located in Nantucket, MA
Wood sculpture of a “Female head with angular nose” by Nikita Karpenko (1898-1961). The shoulder length bust depicts a female head with long beveled nose showing a quizzical express...
Pine
Vintage Bronze Sculpture of Ludwig von Beethoven
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Heavy and nice sculpture bust of one of the most prominent musician in all time, circa mid-20th century.
Metal
Traditional Preliminary Sketch Wood Sculpture
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Mid-20th century hand-carved trial figure of a head made of wood. Made in Olot, Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful ...
Plaster
Sold|$375
Midcentury Bakelite Buddha Heads
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool pair of hand-carved, midcentury Buddha heads in red and blue bakelite, circa 1950s. The carved figure is a representation of Gautama Buddha, also known as the enlightened...
Bakelite
Sold|$3,996
Sculpture, Hera, Greek divinity
Located in Rome, IT
Description Bronze sculpture of Hera, Greek divinity. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION OF THE LOT AND SHIPPING INFORMATION CAN BE REQUEST BY SENDING AN EMAIL. Indicative shipping costs...
Bronze
Sold|$15,000
Cesare Lapini
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Italian alabaster busts of Amorini By Galleria Lapini, Florence, Late 19th Century One inscribed to the reverse C. Lapini, Firenze, each on a circular spreading socle ...
Alabaster
Midcentury Bronze Sculpture Female Torso by Fernando Bach Esteve
By Fernando Bach Esteve
Located in Antwerp, BE
Midcentury bronze sculpture female torso by Fernando Bach Esteve (1929-1992). Patinated bronze on a wooden base. Spain 1970. Literature: Fernando Bach Esteve i Massaneda, arti...
Bronze
Impressive Hand-Carved Wooden Buddha on Bed of Lotus Leaves Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Impressive hand-carved wooden buddha on bed of lotus leaves sculpture, circa 1960s. The piece has seven removable lotus leaves / buds and is made of a hard wood, possibly elm; it is ...
Wood, Elm
Bronze Four Faced Buddha Head Sculpture or Paperweight
Located in San Diego, CA
Very cool four faced bronze Buddha head sculpture or paperweight, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures: 4" D x 4.5" H. The sculpture is signed on the...
Bronze
Sold|$375
Impressive Hand-Carved Wooden Buddha
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and impressive hand carved wooden Buddha from Thailand, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 9.5"W x 5" D x 12.5" H. #2653.
Wood
Bronze Four Faced Buddha Head Sculpture or Paperweight
Located in San Diego, CA
Very cool four faced bronze Buddha head sculpture or paperweight, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures: 4" D x 4.5" H. The sculpture is signed on the...
Bronze
Vintage Bakelite Buddha Head on Rosewood Stand
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool hand carved vintage Buddha head in teal bakelite on a rosewood stand, circa 1970s. The carved figure is a representation of Gautama Buddha, also known as the enlightened ...
Bakelite
Bronze Four Faced Buddha Head Sculpture or Paperweight
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool four faced bronze Buddha head sculpture or paperweight, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures: 3"D x 3.25"H. The sculpture is signed on th...
Bronze
Sold|$1,057
Sculpture of a Mother with Baby
Located in Antwerp, BE
A beautiful plaster sculpture of a mother with her baby. Signed Gilbert Belleghem. Belgium 1960s. Measures: Height 57 cm. Width 38 cm. Depth 36 cm.
Plaster
Vintage Four-Sided Carved Soapstone Brahma Head Sculpture on Marble Base
Located in San Diego, CA
A finely carved four-sided Asian sculpture depicting a serene multi-faced deity, likely inspired by representations of Brahma in Southeast Asian tradition. Executed in mottled green-...
Marble, Soapstone
Sold|$999
African Sculpture
Located in Antwerp, BE
African sculpture on marble base. Measures: Height 25 cm. Width 20 cm. Depth 7 cm.
Marble, Brass, Copper
Serenely Peaceful, Clay Head Study of a Young Elizabethan Woman
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Graceful study of a young Elizabethan woman in natural clay Eyes closed, wearing a close fitting coif and petite ruff - perhaps a final true portrait Signed with initials E J to n...
Ceramic
Sold|$250
Bronze Buddha Head
Located in San Diego, CA
Decorative bronze Buddha head, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures: 5" D x 7" H.
Bronze
Bronze Four Faced Buddha Head Sculpture or Paperweight
Located in San Diego, CA
Very cool four faced bronze Buddha head sculpture or paperweight, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures: 2.75" D x 3.5" H. The sculpture is signed on ...
Bronze
Sold|$250
Small Bronze Buddha Head
Located in San Diego, CA
Small decorative cast bronze Buddha head, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures: 3.5"W x 3"D x 4.75" H. #2067.
Bronze
Vintage 3D Anatomical Torso by Somso, circa 1960
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A delicately hand-painted and highly detailed anatomical torso for class. Made of papier mâché, wood, plaster and plastics. detachable into ten parts. On wooden base. manufactured by...
Plaster, Laid Paper
Stucco Sculpture of Two Women, by Dorothea Greenbaum
By Dorothea Schwarcz Greenbaum
Located in Doylestown, PA
A lovely sculpture of two women in stucco, mid-late 20th century, by artist Dorothea Schwarcz Greenbaum (1893-1986), on a wood base, signed lower right.
Stucco
Sold|$2,800
Plaster Torso After the Antique
Located in New York, NY
Plaster torso after the antique. Elegantly robed plaster torso study on custom modern Italian grey marble base, Italy, mid-19th century. Dimensions: base 14.5" W x 8.75" D; 22.5" H
Marble
19th Century Lincoln Life Mask by Leonard Volk
By Leonard Volk
Located in Doylestown, PA
A mid to late 19th century plaster casting from the famous mold made by Leonard Volk in 1860 of then presidential candidate Abraham Lincoln. The mask was recently de-accessioned from...
Plaster
G.C. Marini Woman Bronze Style Head Sculpture # 318/ 500
By Marino Marini
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A sculpture of a strong woman's head in a dark bronze styled finish with satin black oval base . This cast composite bust has great details with a wind swept feel of freedom and conf...
Composition
19th Century Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture Lucius Vero
Located in Madrid, ES
19th century Grand Tour bust in bronze, representing Lucio Vero, the base is gilded bronze.
Bronze
Rare 1930s Art Deco English Female Shop Mannequin
Located in Devon, England
Wonderful and totally authentic almost life-size English mannequin bust. Manufactured from the 1920s through to the 1930s this beautiful figure would be Ideal for dressing tables to ...
Plaster
Art Deco Ceramic Head, Austria, circa 1930
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Highly decorative Art Deco bust/ head from Austria, circa 1930. Anatomically perfect shaped, this great male ceramic head is the perfect addition to a classy timeless interior. This ...
Ceramic
Sold|$950
Vintage Italian Torso Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage plaster sculpture of a Roman torso.
Oswaldo Guayasamin Brass Sculpture Head Signed Ecuador, 1960s
By Oswaldo Guayasamin
Located in New York, NY
Oswaldo Guayasamin brass sculpture head signed Ecuador 1960s. Oswaldo Guayasamin, (1919-1999), created something very new in the late 1960s and early 1970s. His brass busts recall th...
Brass
Sold|$500
Carved Wood Sculpture by J. Pinal
By Jose Pinal
Located in New York, NY
Modernist carved wood bust of Mexican woman by noted artist Jose Pinal. This figure is my personal favourite of his oeuvre. This example is in very fine, original condition, fully an...
Wood
Sold|$395
Nude Male Torso Sculpture
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Nude male torso sculpture made of plaster.
British Pop-Art Sculpture by Toni Davidson and Alan.P. Smith for Dodo Design.
Located in Stockholm, SE
British Pop-Art Sculpture by Toni Davidson and Alan.P. Smith for Dodo Designs. Ceramic bust modelled in the form of a French or British gentleman with moustache wearing a suit with l...
Porcelain
Pair of Art Deco Style Onyx Horses Heads Bookends
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage beautiful and incredibly stylish pair of midcentury marble horse bust bookends. The etruscan profile is striking and a signature of mid century style.
Onyx, Marble
Large Hand Hammered Antique Brass Sculpture of a Bishop
Located in New York City, NY
A finely hand-hammered brass, bronze and wood statue of a Bishop in full regalia. Highly detailed and exquisitely hammered with original golden/ brass patina. The back is painted woo...
Scultura, "Medusa Rondanini", Marmo, Metà del XX Secolo
Located in Rome, IT
Scultura dal modello della "Medusa Rondanini", precedentemente esposta a Palazzo Rondanini (Roma) in marmo bianco, provenienza privata.
Marble
Busto, Scultura, Paolina Bonaparte, Marmo, Metà del XX Secolo
Located in Rome, IT
Busto, Scultura, Paolina Bonaparte - 60 cm - Marmo - metà del XX secolo.
Marble
Scultura, Bello Busto di Antinoo, Marmo, Inizio XX Secolo
Located in Rome, IT
Bella scultura di Antinoo, in marmo bianco Carrara, in ottimo stato, alta 75 cm con la base sua originale di forma esagonale, provenienza proprietà privata Romana.
Marble
Pinuccio Sciola Wooden Sculpture of Two Lovers (Attr.)
Located in Milano, IT
This sculpture is part of Pinuccio Sciola's wooden production between the years 1964- 1967, fundamental for his artistic formation rich in teachings, from which his enthusiasm for Mi...
Wood
Sold|$1,250
Carved Marble Figural Female Nude Sculpture
Located in Long Island City, NY
This carved marble figural female nude sculpture, beautifully shaped in a grey color palette with bits of earthy brown tones and unique pattern of volakas veins throughout. Decent we...
Marble
Modern Italian Green Ida Fuà Plaster Sculpture
Located in Roma, IT
Plaster sculpture depicting a lovely young woman. Original wood base. Ida Fua is a Jewish artist, lived during the years of fascism and racial laws; Ida Fua is an invisible artist...
Plaster, Wood
Impressive Hand-Carved Wooden Buddha Head on Acrylic Base
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and impressive hand carved wooden Buddha head on a large solid acrylic base. There are a couple of small wood gouges on the piece (see pictures), but they only add to the...
Acrylic, Wood
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.
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