Olmec Figure
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Precious Stone
Recent Sales
Antique 16th Century Mexican Figurative Sculptures
Jade
Antique 16th Century Mexican Figurative Sculptures
Jade
Antique 16th Century Mexican Figurative Sculptures
Jade
20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Pottery
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Mexican Tribal Tribal Art
Terracotta
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Antique Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Paintings
Canvas
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Figurative Sculptures
Cypress
1990s Abstract Abstract Sculptures
Iron
Antique 16th Century German Renaissance Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Primitive Mounted Objects
Stone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Architectural Elements
Stone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Pre-Columbian Antiquities
Textile
Antique 18th Century Italian Medieval Fountains
Marble
Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Fountains
Marble
Antique 17th Century Spanish Rustic Flooring
Limestone
Antique 1650s Italian Neoclassical Animal Sculptures
Carrara Marble, Metal
Antique 17th Century French Louis XIII Fireplaces and Mantels
Stone, Limestone
19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Cambodian Tribal Antiquities
Sandstone
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects
Limestone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Natural Specimens
Multi-gemstone
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.
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