Paul Eugene Mengin
Early 20th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1930s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
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Antique 19th Century Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Other
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Cabinets
Iron
Antique 19th Century Chinese Beds and Bed Frames
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Walnut
20th Century English Early Victorian Sterling Silver
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s English Neoclassical Porcelain
Porcelain
Antique 18th Century English Neoclassical Console Tables
Alabaster, Marble, Gold Leaf
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
Antique 1790s French Empire Mantel Clocks
Ormolu
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Bronze, Wire
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Posters
Paper
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Chinoiserie Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Ormolu
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.