Parian Bust Of Apollo
Antique 19th Century European Busts
Ceramic, Porcelain
Antique Late 19th Century English Classical Roman Busts
Ceramic
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Antique 1860s British Early Victorian Busts
Ceramic
Antique Mid-19th Century English Classical Roman Busts
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Grand Tour Busts
Antique 19th Century European Classical Roman Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
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2010s Italian Busts
Plaster
2010s Turkish Busts
Marble
Antique 17th Century French Architectural Elements
Wood
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Figurative Sculptures
Limestone
Antique 1890s English Victorian Porcelain
Porcelain
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian High Victorian Busts
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Busts
Stone, Marble, Carrara Marble
1870s Victorian Portrait Paintings
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Neoclassical Busts
Plaster
Antique 19th Century English Vases
Porcelain
18th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Oil
Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Taxidermy
Other
Antique 19th Century Italian Greco Roman Figurative Sculptures
Carrara Marble
Antique 19th Century Figurative Sculptures
Granite
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Abstract Sculptures
Carrara Marble
Mid-20th Century Busts
Marble
Finding the Right Busts for You
The presence of vintage and antique bust sculptures can add a necessary decorative layer to any interior. And just because a statue looks classical doesn't mean it has to be conventional.
A touch of whimsy, a dose of drama — a single bust can alter a room. And when placed in just the right spot, these statues can almost feel alive.
“They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give,” says Los Angeles designer Timothy Corrigan, who loves pieces that beg to be touched. For a welcoming entry hall project in California, Corrigan selected an antique Persian rug and a bust that invites you to touch it. A collection of sculptures in wood, marble and brass complement the star of the show.
For Consort cofounder and creative director Mat Sanders, a bust doesn’t have to be pretty. “I most enjoy busts that are a little busted,” Sanders jokes — but choose something with a soul you can live with, as “sculpture representative of the human form carries with it an energy you will add to the space.”
The antique and vintage bust sculptures for sale on 1stDibs include Art Deco busts, mid-century modern busts and more.
- What is a Parian bust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Parian bust is a type of three-dimensional artwork made out of a certain material. Parian is a type of white porcelain, while a bust is a sculpture that depicts a human figure from the chest up. You'll find a range of bust sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is an Apollo bust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The Apollo bust depicts the Greek god Apollo and is based on the Apollo Belvedere in the Vatican Museums. The presence of bust sculptures can add a necessary decorative layer to any interior. And just because a statue looks classical doesn't mean it has to be conventional. On 1stDibs you will find a wide variety of antique bust sculptures to choose from.
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