Early 20th Century Plaster Bust of Niccolo Da Uzzano
Located in Berlin, DE
, there is a polychrome terracotta bust of Niccolò, attributed to Donatello, dated to circa 1432
Early 20th Century Italian Grand Tour Busts
Plaster
Early 20th Century Plaster Bust of Niccolo Da Uzzano
Located in Berlin, DE
, there is a polychrome terracotta bust of Niccolò, attributed to Donatello, dated to circa 1432
Plaster
Orientalist bronze bust "Femme de Mequine by Honore Henry Ple
Located in Tarzana, CA
A 19th French Orientalist polychrome-patinated bronze bust entitled Femme de Mequinez.raised on
Bronze
Pair of French Empire Auguste Jean French Monumental Faience Female Busts
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French 2nd Empire (circa 1865) large faience busts in polychrome pottery depicting female
Faience
Bust of a Young Women, Signed J. Seidler (1867-1936), Karlsruhe, 1890
By Julius Seidler
Located in Greding, DE
Polychrome painted bust of a young female in Provincial clothing. The bust is signed Jul. Seidler
Plaster
Antique Art Nouveau Amphora Porcelain Portrait Bust of a Woman, Circa 1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Art Nouveau Amphora porcelain polychromed portrait bust depicts a woman in a drape
Porcelain
Italian Paint and Gilt Bust of Margherita De Valois After Aristide Petrilli
By Aristide Petrilli
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This polychrome paint and gilt plaster bust depicting Margherita de Valois rests without attachment
Plaster, Wood, Paint
Italian Painted Plaster Bust of a Renaissance Queen in Bejeweled Costume C. 1880
By Aristide Petrilli
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This polychrome paint and gilt plaster bust likely depicting Margherita de Valois is similar to
Plaster
Sold|$8,900
17th c. Carving of Roman Youth
Located in Greenwich, CT
A 17th century carved and polychromed bust of a Roman youth with a stolid bearing, in a tunic and
Wood
Large Ceramic Girl with Blue Hat, Created in Belgium, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage 1960s ceramic girl in a hat. Lovely textures and details. She wears a bow on her hat and a special necklace with a clock pendant. Handmade, from an unknown studio in Belgiu...
Ceramic, Clay
Carving of a Male Bust in Polychromed Wood, Circa 17th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Carving of a male bust in polychromed wood, circa 17th century. A carved and polychromed wooden
Wood
Art Nouveau Polychrome Terracotta Female Bust Signed Nelson
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau Polychrome Terracotta Female Bust Signed Nelson.
Terracotta
Art Nouveau Sculpture, "Female Bust" in Plaster and Polychrome
By Maison de l'Art Nouveau
Located in Valladolid, ES
French Art Nouveau sculpture "female bust" with soft features and color, in plaster. Very good
Plaster
Sold|$2,500
Limited Edition American Polychromed Rubber Bust of Andy Warhol by Jefferds
Located in Queens, NY
Limited edition American polychromed rubber bust of Andy Warhol by Jefferds, 20th Century
Rubber
Pair of 18th Century French Carved Polychrome Male & Female Bust Wall Sculptures
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a wall with this striking pair of antique carved bust fragments. Crafted in France circa
Pine
Late 19th Century French Polychrome Painted Terracotta Bust Signed A. Joliveaux
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant and large sculpture was crafted in France circa 1890; the colorful bust features a
Ceramic, Terracotta
Sold|$2,485
Italian Polychrome Marble Sculpture Bust Roman Emperor Tiberius Grand Tour 19th
Located in Roma, IT
A very interesting Italian polychrome marble sculpture bust of roman emperor Tiberius Grand Tour
Marble
Italian Polychrome Marble Sculpture Bust Of Roman Emperor Hadrian Grand Tour
Located in Roma, IT
A very interesting Italian polychrome marble sculpture bust of roman emperor Hadrian Grand Tour
Marble
Original Polychrome Spelter Bust of a Woman Signed E. Villanis, circa 1890
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in New York City, NY
French late 19th century polychrome, spelter figure of a Bohemian woman on a fabulous hieroglyphic
Spelter
Sold|$2,603
Italian Polychrome Marble Sculpture Bust Of Roman Jiulis Caesar Grand Tour 19th
Located in Roma, IT
A very interesting Italian polychrome marble sculpture bust of roman Jiulis Caesar Grand Tour. The
Marble
Rudolf Kämmer of Volkstedt Porcelain Napoleonic Bust Soldier
Located in Nottingham, GB
In good condition From a private collection Rudolf Kämmer of Volkstedt Porcelain Napoleonic Bust
Porcelain
Rudolf Kämmer of Volkstedt Porcelain Napoleonic Bust Soldier
Located in Nottingham, GB
In good condition From a private collection
Porcelain
Rudolf Kämmer of Volkstedt Porcelain Napoleonic Bust Soldier
Located in Nottingham, GB
In good condition From a private collection
Porcelain
Sold|$1,200
Terra cotta bust of Beatrice
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Polychrome decorated terra cotta bust of Beatrice, circa 1920. Probably made in Italy.
Terracotta, Paint
Cleopatra bust, sculpture, C. Carli, circa 1920, Art Deco, Belgium
By Gustave van Vaerenbergh
Located in Wien, AT
Vaerenbergh under his pseudonym G. Carli from the Art Deco period. This terracotta was polychromed by hand
Belgian Black Marble
Antonio Rossellino (Settignano 1427 - Firenze 1479) - Bust of a young boy
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Attributed to Antonio Rossellino (settignano, 1427 - Firenze, 1479) Bust of a young boy 1470-1475
Stucco
Set of 6, Grand Tour Style Neoclassical Portrait Busts Ormolu Hanger
Located in Atlanta, GA
design. Each hanger features a finely polychrome and gilt portrait bust, intricately detailed and
Ormolu
Antique Desvres Faïence Piggy Bank Bust of Breton by Francis Masse - 1Y171
Located in Bordeaux, FR
detailed bust of a Breton in traditional costume. Material: Polychrome faïence Design: Bust of a Breton in
Faience
1950s Georges Jouve Ceramic "Femme Nichons" Vase
By Georges Jouve
Located in Paris, FR
Georges Jouve (1910 - 1964) Vase featuring a woman's face and bust. Polychrome ceramic : green
Virgin Mary Sculpture 'to Be Dressed', Wood, Other, Spain, 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
finished and polychrome, and arms, bust and upper part of the hips unfinished but carved to give them the
Other
Sold|$1,952 / set
Pair of French Porcelain Vases End 19th Century/Early 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
feet, with side handles representing gilded busts, decorated with polychrome flowers on a white
Porcelain
Abstract Geometric Cubist Painted Wood Sculpture Head Italian Neo Figurative Art
By Italo Scanga
Located in Surfside, FL
oeuvre. Polychrome head portrait bust. This was signed on a brass or bronze plaque but that has gone
Wood, Oil
Grand Tour Carved & Polychromed Bust of Roman Emperor as a Youth
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Grand Tour Carved & Polychromed Bust of Roman Emperor as a Youth Italy, 20th Century A well
Wood
Antique Polychrome Bust of "Princess of the House of Naples, Berlin", circa 1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique hand-painted polychrome plaster 3/4 bust of a princess with original shipping label "A
Plaster
19th Century Pennsylvania Chalkware Pedestal Polychrome Bust, Tall Figural Girl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A mid-19th century Pennsylvania Chalkware bust, a figure of a girl. Highlighted with the original
Plaster
Austrian Early 20th Century Polychromed Bust Figure African Girl Holding a Tray
By Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An Austrian early 20th century cast bust figure of an African girl holding a tray. The smiling
Plaster
Carved 17th Century Bust of a Bishop, France, Circa 1650
Located in Dallas, TX
This French, 17th Century polychromed bust of a Bishop has been magnificently hand carved from one
Pair of 19th Century Austrian Polychromed Terracotta Relief Busts
Located in London, GB
These two antique polychromed terracotta busts possess a rustic charm, realistically modelled as an
Terracotta
17th Century Spanish Carved Walnut Polychrome Bishop Bust with Velvet Cassock
Located in Dallas, TX
bishop figure. Created in Spain, circa 1680, the clerical bust is carved from walnut and features a tall
Gesso, Velvet, Walnut
Primitive Hand Carved Polychrome Female Bust Renaissance Sculpture Statue 29"
Located in Dayton, OH
Primitive hand carved polychrome shoulder length bust. Carve from wood with intricate detail and a
Hardwood, Paint
Italo Scanga Large Cubist Polychrome Modern Wood Head Bust Sculpture, 1986
By Italo Scanga
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic and quite rare three-dimensional cubist sculpture by Italian American artist Italo Scanga. This piece is very large and quite heavy and would be sure to make a stateme...
Wood, Paint
After the Antique Polychromed Bronze Bust of the Prima Porta Augustus Caesar
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
After the antique polychromed bronze bust of the Prima Porta Augustus Caesar. Italy,mid-20th
Marble, Bronze
Victorian Carved Polychrome Italian Marble Bust of Jeanne D' Arc Signed G. Bessi
By Giuseppe Bessi
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian carved polychrome Italian marble bust depicts Jeanne D' Arc, titled such on
Marble
Sold|$4,650
Polychromed Terracotta Head of Christ
Located in Atlanta, GA
Polychromed terracotta head of Christ. Bearing an illegible signature. Probably Italian, 19th
Terracotta
Austrian Goldscheider Terracotta Bust of Lorely, circa 1900
By Goldsheider
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Art Nouveau polychrome painted terracotta bust of the German river maiden, ‘Lorely” (Lorelei). This
Terracotta
Art Nouveau Plaster Bust "The Arab", Austria, circa 1910
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
beautiful plaster bust was made with great attention to details and comes with a nice polychromed surface
Plaster
Grand Tour Style Cast & Polychromed Stone Head of Bearded God
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Grand Tour Style Cast & Polychromed Stone Head of Bearded God Italy, 1960s A fine piece inspired
Cast Stone
Pair of Midcentury Italian White Plaster Classic Roman Bust Sculptures
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of mid-20th century Italian male and female classical Roman style bust statue
Plaster
Pair of Midcentury Italian Gold Plaster Classic Roman Bust Sculptures
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of midcentury Italian male and female classical Roman style bust statue sculptures
Plaster
Rudolph Thiele Terracotta Polychrome Nubian Woman
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Rudolph Thiele (German, 1856-1930) terracotta polychrome Nubian woman.
Terracotta
19th C Grand Tour Italian Tole Portrait Bust of a Roman Emperor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th C Grand Tour Italian Tole Portrait Bust of a Roman Emperor, Subtle polychromed adjustable
Metal
Mid-17th Century Portuguese Carved Reliquary Bust of "Saint Margaret of Antioch"
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique bust of "Margaret the Virgin" was created in Portugal circa 1660. The saint, with the
Oak
XIXth Century Grand Tour Bust of Caracalla and Its Porphyry Column
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A XIXth century grand tour bust of caracalla and its porphyry column. Bust of the Roman Emperor
Belgian Black Marble, Porphyry, Ormolu
Sculptured Polychromed Male Modelled Head from Artist Workshop
Located in Leuven , BE
Gustave Fontaine ( Etterbeek 1877-1952 Brussels). Sculptor–painter. Took courses in Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, continued his training at the Academy of Brussels and with the sculptor Jul...
Plaster
Porcelain Bust of Nefertiti by Vittorio Sabatini, 20th Century
By Vittorio Sabatini
Located in Antwerp, BE
Polychrome porcelain bust of Nefertit by Vittorio Sabatini, after the 1340 BC original in the
Porcelain, Wood
Antique Chalk Bust of “Cleopatra” with Head Band and Asp
Located in New Orleans, LA
A stunning and elegant antique French Art Nouveau polychrome plaster bust sculpture of the famous
Plaster, Paint
Carved and Painted Bust from French Indonesia
Located in Nantucket, MA
hand carved and polychromed bust from French Indonesia, depicting a Rani with plaited hair, delicate
Wood
Early 19th Century Sculpture - Sappho - Terracotta by Reps & Trinte Gesetzl
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
worked with a polychrome finish. The bust is made by the German maker Reps & Trinte Gesetzl and the stamp
Terracotta
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.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.