Ron Lee Clown Sculptures
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Stone, Bronze
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Stone, Bronze
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Stone, Bronze
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2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Paint, Paper
2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings
Oil, Canvas
1860s Academic Figurative Sculptures
Sandstone
Early 20th Century Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic, Glaze
Early 20th Century American Paintings
Watercolor
Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Busts
Bronze
20th Century Hungarian Paintings
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Black Forest Animal Sculptures
Wood
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic, Clay, Coating, Glaze
2010s American Modern Wallpaper
Paint, Paper
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Wood, Ceramic
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Brass, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic, Clay, Coating, Glaze
Vintage 1980s Australian Tribal Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic, Paint
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Vintage 1970s American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Stone, Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze, Enamel
Late 20th Century American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Stone, Bronze, Enamel, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Stone, Bronze, Enamel, Gold Plate
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Metal, Enamel
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.