French Women Bust Sculpture "Marianne" Godess of Liberty in Solid Wood, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage French bust sculpture of a woman Marianne has been the national personification of the
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Busts
Wood
French Women Bust Sculpture "Marianne" Godess of Liberty in Solid Wood, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage French bust sculpture of a woman Marianne has been the national personification of the
Wood
Chinese Carved Limestone Head of the Buddha, Mid-20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A sensitively carved limestone monumental head of the Buddha, China, mid-20th century. The large
Limestone
Pair of 19th Russian Bronze Busts of Peter I and Catherine the Great
Located in Germantown, MD
Rare Pair of 19th Russian Bronze Busts of Peter I and Catherine the Great in great antique
Bronze
$1,275Sale Price|20% Off
Bust of a Lady in Lost Wax Bronze Sculpture by Giuseppe Motti, 1950s
Located in Milano, MI
Bronze female bust made with the lost wax technique, created by Giuseppe Motti (1908 - 1988) in the
Bronze
Bronze Ife Woman Head Sculpture, Tribal Cast, Benin, Mid-20th Century
Located in Bochum, NRW
alloy head, around mid 20th century. A collectors item! Measure: Height 20 cm. A bronze Ife Head with a
Brass, Bronze
$1,021Sale Price|46% Off
Female Sculpture Carved Stone Bust of a Woman Signed by Artist Charles Cutler
Located in Cookeville, TN
Female Sculpture is an intricately Carved Stone masterpiece a large Bust of a Woman, Signed by Artist
Stone
A Baroque Revival Wood Bust of a Putto on a fake Marble Lacquered Wood Base
Located in Catania, Sicilia
Baroque Revival Wood Bust of a Putto on Faux Marble Lacquered Base – 19th Century A charming and
Fruitwood, Lacquer
Antique Bust of a Spanish Knight, Hand Carved with Original Gesso and Paint
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Wooden bust of a knight. A wonderful armored knight carved from lime wood. The knight is well
Pine
Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Male Bust Ugo Cipriani on marnel base France 1930
By Cipriani
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco bronze sculpture male bust by Ugo Cipriani. Patinated bronze. Belgian black marble base
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
Bronze Bust Sculpture Att. Will Rogers on Green Stone Base by Leonard McMurry
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A large striking bronze bust sculpture of a man with the likeness of Will Rogers. This piece was
Stone, Bronze
19th Century Italian Antique Sculpture in White Marble, Bust of a Lady
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
dates back to the mid-19th century. It rests on a square base and a circular pedestal, also made of
Marble
German Bronze Bust of William Shakespeare by Aktien-Gesellschaft Gladenbeck 1890
Located in Long Island City, NY
cast many of the best known bronze sculptures created by German artists in the mid-late 19th century
Bronze
Atelier Musee Du Louvre after Pilon Germain, King Henri II Bust, 1850s, France
By Atelier de moulage du Louvre, Germain Pilon
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
A French Grand Tour 19th century plaster, bust of French King Henri II made by Atelier de moulage
Plaster
French 19th Century Bronze and Ormolu Bust, Signed Elie-Joseph Laurent
By E. Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A charming French mid 19th century patinated bronze and ormolu bust of a young lady, signed by Elie
Bronze, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Brutalist Metal Sculpture Mask by Soud’art, 78cm
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Sculpture metal "Soud’art" Mask Wear consistent with age and use Art - Graphic sculpture - Brutalist Measures : 15cmx18cm H:78cm
Metal
A large French 19th century simulated stone plaster bust of a medieval man C1860
Located in Central England, GB
This most impressive life sized characterful plaster bust dates to circa 1860. It is finely
Plaster
Pair of 19th Century French Terracotta Busts of Children Signed E. Guillemin
By Émile Guillemin
Located in Dallas, TX
oeuvre is reminiscent of other mid-18th century European bronze sculptors, including Jef Lambeaux, Marcel
Terracotta
Louis-Robert Carrier-Belleuse Faience Bust of Diana on Velvet Socle, Circa 1895
By Louis Robert Carrier-Belleuse
Located in London, GB
early as 1804, and by the mid-19th century employed around 300 skilled craftsmen operating four kilns
Faience
Vintage Composition Marble Bust of Apollo on a Pedestal, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
decorative pedestal, dating from the mid-20th century. The attention to detail throughout the piece is
Marble
Italian Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture Bust of Diana by Del Nerro Foundry
Located in Shippensburg, PA
GRAND TOUR Italy, mid-19th century Bust of the goddess Diana Cast by Del Nero Foundry, Rome
Marble, Bronze
Antique Male Bronze Bust George Stephenson Railways Interest Edward William Wyon
Located in Dublin, Ireland
proportions. Mid Nineteenth Century. Engraved E W Wyon Sculptor and dated 1858 also engraved DELPECH RED
Brass, Bronze, Ormolu
Vintage Lladró “Salvador Furió” Horse Head Sculptures / Bookends, Model #2010
By Salvador Furió, Lladro
Located in San Diego, CA
contours and sculptural detailing characteristic of Furió’s work for Lladró during the mid-century and
Porcelain, Wood
French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Bronze Bust of Diana the Huntress
By Jean-Antoine Houdon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A superb French mid 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated bronze bust of Diana the Huntress, signed
Bronze
Italian Neoclassical Roman Emperor Hadrian Robed Marble Bust on Pedestal, C 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
pedestal. Mid 19th Century
Marble
Antique Pair of Victorian Parian or Bisque Porcelain Busts of Schiller & Goethe
By Johann Heinrich von Dannecker 1, Meissen Porcelain, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Philadelphia, PA
: Mid-Late 19th Century Overall Condition: They are in overall fair, as-pictured, used estate condition
Porcelain
Fine French Cast-Iron Bust of Antinous as Dionysus, J.J. Ducel, Circa 1880
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the mid-4th century BC. Bust. This monumental larger-than life bust, cast by the Parisian foundry 'J.J
Iron
Mid 19th century hand carved alabaster sculpture of Augustus Caesar.
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a beautifully hand carved alabaster bust of Augustus Caesar. Augustus Caesar was the first
Alabaster
$15,200Sale Price / set|20% Off
19th C. Pair Faience of Rouen Summer & Winter Garniture Bust Sculpture Statue LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
sculptures were commissioned in the mid to late 19th century, Nicely proportioned and vibrant colors. Other
Faience, Paint
Teak Female Bust Table Lamp with Raffia Shade, France 1950s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
, and jewelry, reflecting the sculptural craftsmanship of mid-century French design. The figure
Raffia, Teak
Perspex Bust of Woman on Console Also Made of Plexiglass Signed C.P.K. 3/160
Located in Doornspijk, NL
. Her hair has been engraved and is therefore mat. The rest of the material is transparent. The bust
Plexiglass
English Marble Bust of Parliament Gentleman on Plinth, John Graham Lough C. 1855
By John Graham Lough
Located in Charleston, SC
Graham Lough, London Mid 19th Century. Lough sculpted the monuments to Henry Montgomery and of Bishop
Statuary Marble
Fine French Terracotta Bust of a Woman with Wreath and Veil, 19th/20th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
clothing, possibly a cardinal cloak, which was popular in Europe from the mid-18th to mid-19th centuries. A
Terracotta
Vintage 1957 Original Still Life on Canvas
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
through a mid-century lens. The composition features a striking white plaster Venus torso bust, a tazza
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Vintage Cast Concrete Horse Head
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This monumental vintage horse head sculpture is a striking example of mid-century garden art
Concrete
$3,602Sale Price|20% Off
Important Ermanno Nason for Cenedese Female Nude Italian Murano Glass Sculpture
By Cenedese, Ermanno Nason
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
absolutely stunning piece of Mid-Century Murano glass by one of the best glass makers of his generation
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Fantasy Female Bust Sculpture by Daniel Painter, Futurist Design
By Daniel Painter
Located in Chattanooga, TN
neck, stylized hair, and serene gaze evoke both ancient Greek ideals and mid-century surrealist
Fiberglass, Foam
Vintage Boho Bust of Man Original Prints - Set of 6
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
as a beautiful authentic patina, highlighting their mid-century character. These matted treasures are
Other
$3,377Sale Price|25% Off
Ermanno Nason for Cenedese Green Female Nude Italian Murano Glass Sculpture
By Ermanno Nason, Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
) for Cenedese of Murano, Venice, Italy. An absolutely stunning piece of Mid-Century Murano glass by one
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Vintage Faux Coral Cast Plaster Bust of Hermes on Pedestal
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
home, artfully blending ancient mythology with mid-century textural exploration. The sculptural figure
Plaster
Werner Meurer Bronze Bust of a Boy, Limited Cast German Mid-20th Century
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
integrates seamlessly into both mid-century and contemporary interiors. Werner Meurer — Sculptural Style
Bronze
$2,903Sale Price|30% Off
Plaster Sculpture “Étude Guernica – La Femme qui Pleure” after Pablo Picasso
By (after) Pablo Picasso
Located in Barcelona, ES
, circa 1960 Expressive mid-century plaster bust titled “Étude Guernica – La Femme qui Pleure,” produced
Plaster
Art Deco Style Ebonized Oak Carved Female Bust Vintage Wall Sculptures, a Pair
Located in Topeka, KS
fabulous vintage condition with no outstanding flaws. Please see photos, circa mid-20th century. This
Oak
Bronze Moor Sculpture 19th Century Style
Located in Atlanta, GA
the mid 20th century.
Bronze
Wooden Cubist Face Sculpture by Atelier Boulogne
Located in Long Island City, NY
Wooden cubist sculpture depiction of a face by Atelier Boulogne, signed on base.
Wood
Goldscheider, USA, Two Rare Figures in Hand Painted Porcelain, Asian Couple
Located in København, Copenhagen
Goldscheider, USA. Two rare figures in hand painted porcelain. Asian couple, mid-20th century
Porcelain
Modernist Carved Wooden Head, Man with Helmet
Located in Norwalk, CT
Apparently unsigned. Reminiscent of the style of 1940s WPA artists, this resolute head is carved from beautiful curly blonde wood and features a helmet emblazoned with a floral emble...
Wood
Sculpture Portraying General Harald Petri
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sculpture in patinated bronze by unknown artist. Portrait of General Harald Petri, General Inspector of Sweden at the World Exhibitions in Antwerp in 1930 and Brussels in 1935. Uncl...
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
Antique Porcelain Figural Cork Pourers Set, Art Deco, Germany, 1930s
Located in Andernach, DE
attire! Great mid-century collection from the 1930s – lovely art deco originals. The figures are also
Porcelain, Cork
$248 / item
Bust Small Pull by V.Brokkr
Located in Geneve, CH
and Italian mid-century design continue to inspire V. Brokkr, manifesting in a veneration of noble
Bronze
$355 / item
Bust Medium Pull by V.Brokkr
Located in Geneve, CH
and Italian mid-century design continue to inspire V. Brokkr, manifesting in a veneration of noble
Bronze
$438 / item
Bust Large Pull by V.Brokkr
Located in Geneve, CH
and Italian mid-century design continue to inspire V. Brokkr, manifesting in a veneration of noble
Bronze
$651 / item
Bust Entry Pull by V.Brokkr
Located in Geneve, CH
and Italian mid-century design continue to inspire V. Brokkr, manifesting in a veneration of noble
Bronze
Erik Höglund Art Glass Medallions - Sculptural Ashtrays or Paperweights, Sweden
By Erik Höglund
Located in Bochum, NRW
arrangements, or desk compositions. Whether collected as mid-century glass art or styled as poetic objects in
Art Glass
Laurence Scarfe (1914-1993) Bronze Sculptures of Male Swimmers
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Laurence Scarfe (1914-1993) Bronze Sculptures of Male Swimmers. This charming set of five bronzes show a group of swimmers in varying poses. Crafted in 1956, each figure is finely d...
Bronze
$5,688 / set
1950's advertising figures by Christian Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Milano, IT
3 beautiful painted plaster advertising figures in excellent original condition. Manufactured for Christian Dior, France 1930-1960.
Plaster
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
Modern Sculptural Head in Bronze with Dark Brown Patina
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
texture. This modern bronze sculpture is inspired by mid-20th-century modernist aesthetics and recalls the
Bronze
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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