Giant Papier Mâché Bust, 1980s, USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique papier mâché bust of a man. Massive scale. Great piece of hand painted folk art in good vintage condition with wear as shown.
Paper
Outsider Art Fluorescent Papier-Mâché Bust Sculpture by Stephen Slomko
By Stephen Slomko
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This particular work was created in the 1990s and is composed of paint on papier-mâché with an apparent styrofoam core. It is larger-than-life scale, with vibrant fluorescent colors ...
Polystyrene, Paper, Paint
$779Sale Price|20% Off
Italian Papier Maché Bust Sculpture by Lopez, Mid-Century Modern, 1965
Located in bari, IT
Papier maché sculpture of a bust depicting a man in a suit and tie, 1960s manufacture, Viareggio, Tuscany, signed Lopez.
Paper
Rustic Papier-Mache Female Bust
Located in Queens, NY
Sculpture in the Rustic style papier-mache bust of a young woman wearing a scarf (19th/20th Cent).
$751Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century Painted Paper Mache Bust of Salvador Dali, Spain, around 1970
Located in Berlin, DE
This mid-century painted papier-mâché bust of Salvador Dalí, crafted in Spain around 1970, is a whimsical tribute to the legendary surrealist artist.
Paint, Paper
Vintage Indian Noble Papier Mache Maharajah Bust Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A very large and absolutely charming vintage Indian papier mâché portrait bust of a male Maharajah (Raja or Indian noble prince).
Other
Hand Painted Styrofoam and Papier-Mâché Head or Hat Display
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Hand painted head of a woman with short hair. Created from Styrofoam, papier-mâché and rope, this lovely woman is hand painted with short brown hair, blue-green eyes, a blue-collar, ...
Paint, Paper
18th Century Italian Scholar Statue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 18th c. Italian Scholar Silver Leaf Statue in Papier Mache and Wood. The base diameter measurement is 7.5 inches.
Silver Leaf
19th Century French Wig Head Marotte Papier Maché
Located in Sames, FR
Antique French 19th century wig stand or head called Marotte. In original paint out of papier maché.
Paper
Unavailable
H 51 in W 14 in D 12.75 in
French Early 1900s Papier Mâché Mannequin Cabriole Leg Pedestal and Jersey Shirt
Located in Petaluma, CA
This is a lovely French early 1900s papier mâché mannequin with hand stitched sides, sitting on its original gray cabriole three leg pedestal.
Overscale Paper Mache Carnival Bust
Located in Pasadena, CA
Name him whatever you want , this vintage folk art piece is really great if you want to stock your funhouse.
Papier Mâché, Paper
Unavailable
H 22.5 in W 11 in D 10 in
Pair of Papier Mâché Vintage Indian Male Female Figures Custom Brackets
Located in Houston, TX
A pair of absolutely charming vintage Indian papier mâché portrait busts of a male and female circa 1960 now mounted on custom painted brackets.
Paper
1960s Modern Classical Papier Mâché Bust
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s classical papier mâché bust.
French Papier Mâché Monkey
Located in Chireno, TX
Whimsical papier mâché bust of a monkey attired in an 18th century style waistcoat and powdered wig.
Zebra Wall Mounted Zebra Bust by Sergio Bustamante
Located in North Miami, FL
A papier mache bust of a Zebra by Sergio Bustamante.
Paint, Papier Mâché
Rare 19th Century Hand Painted Over Papier Mache Gentleman’s Bust
Located in London, GB
Rare 19th Century Hand Painted Over Papier Mache Gentleman’s Bust A rare and very unusual example dated from mid to late 19th Century, hand crafted papier Mache.
Paper
Sold
H 24.02 in W 9.06 in D 7.49 in
1900s Art Nouveau Papier Maché and glass Eyes Italian Bust of a Woman
Located in Catania, Sicilia
Masterfully sculpted in papier-mâché, the figure features finely molded finger-wave hair, delicate hand-painted facial features, and captivating inserted glass eyes that impart a rem...
Glass, Wood, Paper
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H 18.51 in Dm 10.63 in
1930s Classical Papier Maché Sicilian Bust of St. Agata on a Glass Display Case
Located in Catania, Sicilia
Understanding the historical and religious context of the depiction can add depth to the appreciation of the artwork. Papier mâché is a versatile and traditional material used in art...
Glass, Wood, Paper
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H 18.9 in W 17.33 in D 15.75 in
Whimsical Tradition: 'Cap Gros' Papier-Mâché Netól Character, c. 1970
Located in Barcelona, ES
Type: Papier-Mâché Netól Character Style: Popular Art, Traditional Origin: Handmade in Spain, c. 1970 Original Condition Whimsical Charm Handcrafted Tradition Behold ...
Paper
Early 20th Century Pytram Papier Mache Old Kate Port Advertising Figure
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century Pytram Papier Mache Old Kate Port Advertising Figure Mounted onto a pine base this early 20th century papier Mache Old Kate advertising display figure features...
Paper
French Hand-Carved Unique Creation Papier-Mâché Animal Busts
Located in LEGNY, FR
It's made with chicken wire and papier-mâché. You will never find the same bust, they are unique!
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French Hand Carved Unique Creation Papier Mâché Animal Busts
Located in LEGNY, FR
It's made with chicken wire and papier-mâché. You will never find the same bust, they are unique!
Paper
Mannequin Bust, Italy, circa 1900
Located in Culver City, CA
Mannequin Bust Italy circa 1900 papier mache mannequin bust on turned ebonised wooden stand.
Wood, Paper
Cigars Advertising Bust, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Item: Original Papier Mache Coronettes Cigars Advertising Bust Description: For sale in this LOT is a rare untouched papier Mache 1920s Coronettes cigar advertising artefact.
Paper
Sold
H 40.56 in W 15.75 in D 10.24 in
Early 20th Century Roman Armour Ben Hur Film Prop Curio Grand Tour Antique MGM
Located in Lowestoft, GB
The armour sits on a period papier mâché and hessian mannequin bust Age related wear, areas of loss to the leather skirt From the estate of the late John Fabb who was involved ...
Brass
French Papier Mâché Bust of Napoleon Bonaparte
Located in Houston, TX
French Papier Mâché Bust of Napoleon Bonaparte. Stunning large realistic French papier mâché or papier mâché bust of Napoleon Bonaparte.
Paper
19th-C. French Neo-Classical Style Papier-mâché Bust
Located in Kennesaw, GA
It is a 19th century French papier-mâché bust. The subject is male and in noble garb.
Wood, Paper
Whimsical Papier Mâché Bust of Monkey
Located in Chireno, TX
Whimsical papier mâché bust of a monkey attired in an 18th century style waistcoat and powdered wig.
Paper
Gemma Taccogna Papier Mache Folk Art Bust
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
The passage of time took its toll and the reality is that the piece has many details, in the part of the skull it is practically cracked, the nose has a scratch, but it is still a co...
Paper
19th Century French Hand Painted Paper Mâché Marotte Bust
Located in Dallas, TX
Add a conversation starter to your art collection with this hand painted, papier mâché bust. Created in France circa 1880, the head sculpture has theatrical, cartoon-like facial deta...
Paper
Sold
H 11.82 in W 11.82 in D 5.91 in
Hundred Vintage Taxidermy Heads, Busts, Forms Made of Plaster and Papier Mache
Located in Haarlem, NL
Large lot of more than 100 vintage and antique taxidermy moulds or forms. Lots of different sizes, some heads, some heads with neck and some head/neck/shoulder forms. Made of papie...
Fabric, Plaster, Wood, Paper
Papier-Mâché Mannequin Bust
Located in Culver City, CA
France circa 1870
Italian 18th Century Papier Mâché Reliquary Bust
Located in Buisson, FR
Unique gilded Baroque reliquary bust made out of papier mâché. Original period piece, Italy dated 1722.
Wood, Paper
Rare Italian Anatomical Model of a Man Bust.
By Paravia
Located in Milan, IT
Over a gray painted papier mache’ base, the sculpture of a man’s anatomical model, made out of hand painted papier mache’. The external side depicts the body and the muscles and th...
Papier Mâché
Pop Art Papier Mache Bust, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Papier mache bust of a 1960s dandy, painted in naturalistic colors with a gold-leafed cravat.
Gold Leaf
Sold
H 25 in W 15 in D 5.5 in
French Classical Greek Style 1920s Papier Mâché Bust Sculpture with Gilt Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Classical Greek style French papier mâché bust with gilded accents from the early 20th century.
Other
Papier Mâché Bust of Hindu God
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique paper-mache bust of hindu god, likely Kali.
Handcrafted Papier Mâché Rhinoceros Bust
By Emily Warren
Located in Middleburg, VA
A fantastic Papier Mâché wall bust of a gallant rhinoceros by whimsical British artist, Emily Warren; who is privately commissioned exclusively for The Outpost handcrafted and hand...
French Painted Papier Mâché Marotte
Located in Notting Hill, GB
French wig stand or head called Marotte. In original paint out of papier mâché.
Paper
French Painted Papier Mâché Marotte
Located in Notting Hill, GB
French wig stand or head called Marotte. In original paint out of papier mâché.
Paper
French Painted Papier-Mâché Marotte
Located in Notting Hill, GB
French wig stand or head called Marotte. In original paint out of papier mâché.
Paper
French Painted Papier Mâché Marotte
Located in Notting Hill, GB
French wig stand or head called Marotte. In original paint out of papier mâché.
Paper
1920s Paper Mache Dress Form
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful vintage papier mache dress form coated with a very fine glaze.
Cotton, Wood, Papier Mâché, Paper
1800s Original Odd Fellows Papier Mâché Skeleton Bust
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique original handmade Odd Fellows papier mâché skeleton bust.
Paper, Papier Mâché
Papier Mâché Zebra
By Emily Warren
Located in Middleburg, VA
A beautiful papier mâché wall bust of a elegant zebra by whimsical British artist, Emily Warren.
French 1920s Papier Mâché Mounted Medallion with Profiled Bust Depiction
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French mounted papier mâché medallion depicting the profile of a man's bust from the early 20th century.
19th Century Odd Fellows Paper Mache Skeleton Bust
Located in 3 Oaks, MI
Strong graphic form and presence in this 19th Century paper mache skeleton bust from an Odd Fellows Lodge. Great detail and surface.
Papier Mâché, Paper
1800's Original Odd Fellows Paper Mache Skeleton Bust
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique original hand made Odd Fellows paper mache skeleton bust.
Papier Mâché, Paper
Female Carving from USA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Carving of a female head.
Wood
Vintage Boho Solid Wood Carved Bust
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This carved wooden bust exudes quiet strength and timeless presence. Sculpted from richly grained wood, the figure’s elongated neck, high cheekbones, and closed eyes suggest calm int...
Wood
$1,730
H 26.78 in W 17.72 in D 9.85 in
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 French Republic since the French Revolution, as a personification of liberty, equality,...
Wood
Italian Glazed Ceramic Roman Bust/Sculpture, 1940's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-649 ceramic Roman Bust market Italy.
Ceramic
1950's Papier mâché french theatre head
Located in Diest, BE
A 1950's rare original James Ensor style papier mâché theatre head. This item was obtained via a private collection (France).
Paper
Vintage Abstract Ceramic Bust Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage abstract ceramic bust sculpture presents a refined minimalist interpretation of the human form, defined by elongated proportions, smooth contours, and simplified facial ...
Ceramic
Antique Wood Bust Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
An antique wood figurative head bust sculpture, circa late-19th century to early-20th century. Piece is hand-carved and decorated (polychromed.) Piece may have been from a game, orna...
Wood
Monumental George Bush Sculptural Head
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental sculptural head of President George Bush. Made of foam, paste and hand-painted. Very unique piece of sculpture. Massive scale. President Nixon, Kennedy and Clinton also av...
Paste, Foam, Paint
Expressionist Cast Bronze Bust
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A powerful 20th-century cast bronze Expressionist bust, imbued with raw psychological energy and sculptural immediacy. Evocative of The Scream by Edvard Munch, the distorted features...
Bronze
$2,641Sale Price|20% Off
H 21.26 in W 12.6 in D 14.18 in
Expressionist Stoneware Head Sculpture Figurative Ceramic Portrait Testa 10
By Óscar Aldonza Torres
Located in FISTERRA, ES
Expressionist stoneware head sculpture depicting a monumental human portrait, hand-modeled in refractory stoneware and fired in reduction to reveal rich textures, fissures and organi...
Clay, Glaze
$1,495Sale Price|40% Off
H 19.25 in W 8.5 in D 8.25 in
Post Modern Lora Marx (Samuel Marx) Deco Bust Head Sculpture
By Samuel Marx
Located in Chicago, IL
A large Post Modern Deco style Plaster Bust Sculptures. Signed on top of the base "White Art ST C 80". Appears to be very similar, if not identical to the work of Lora Marx (Samu...
Plaster
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 13 in W 12 in D 7 in
Plaster Polychrome Display Sculpture Bust Enchanting Woman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Possibly Beatrice, but likely a Grand Tour bust figure, painted plaster over wood. Marked 921 to verso. Barely a few losses to paint. Enchanting and remarkable bust of a young mediev...
Plaster
Papier Mâché Maquette
Located in Asheville, NC
Papier mâché maquette from France once used for men's hat display. This is an unusual realistic rendition for a display mannequin.
Paint, Paper, Papier Mâché, Wood
Art Deco Plaster Bust Mannequin
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco plaster bust. Mannequin. They were owned by a Spanish designer that restaured. The item is in our storage in Europe.
Plaster
Monumental Bill Clinton Sculptural Head
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental sculptural head of President Bill Clinton. Made out of foam, paste and hand-painted. Able to be worn on the head. Looks great as a free floating sculpture. Kennedy and Geo...
Paste, Foam, Paint
Unusual Vintage Paper Mache Folk Art, Parade "Carnival" Mask
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual vintage papier mâché Folk Art..parade "carnival" theater mask.
Paper
$187,500
H 102 in W 84.5 in D 22.5 in
Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...
Glass, Mahogany
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.
The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
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The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.