“Torso” a c1935 Art Deco Terra Cotta Nude Figural sculpture by Waylande Gregory
By Waylande Gregory
Located in Southampton, NJ
A c1935, Art Deco period terracotta figural sculpture titled "TORSO" by Waylande Gregory (1905-1971). This hand-sculpted, unique work is cold painted a lovely greige tone with fleshy...
Aluminum, Steel
"Female Nude in Green and Terra Cotta", Bold, High Style Art Deco Vase by Cazaux
By Edouard Cazaux
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Boldly sculpted and glazed by one of the masters of French Art Deco, this vase is dominated by a seated female nude figure, her scarfed head bowed and her legs crossed, glazed in a r...
Ceramic
$6,800Sale Price|27% Off
French 1940's Terra Cotta Sculpture of a Woman
By Rene Romage
Located in San Francisco, CA
An important French 1940's terra cotta sculpture of a seated nude woman; with head turned to the right above a voluptuous torso; Signed "Rene Romage, 1942" (alias - Rene Baumer)
French Art Deco Terracotta Athlete Sculpture by Henri Bargas
By Demetre Chiparus, Pierre Le Faguays, Ferdinand Preiss, Henri Bargas, Alexandre Kéléty
Located in Houston, TX
This fabulous French Art Deco patinated terra cotta sculpture of a nude male athlete is signed Henri Bargas.
Terracotta
19th Century French Beaux-Arts Style Male Nude with Dog
Located in New Jersey City, NJ
A 19th century French terra cotta of a classical male nude with dog was rendered in the anatomical and structural style of the Ecole des Beaux Arts, Paris.
Terracotta
19th Century Terra Cotta Nude Male Sculpture
Located in Stamford, CT
A 19th Century terra cotta nude sculpture of male torso, mounted on iron stand.
Art Nouveau Terra Cotta Nude
Located in New Orleans, LA
This rare and charming French terra cotta sculpture of a gypsy girl is the work of sculptor Edouard Fortiny. A jewel of the Art Nouveau style, this exotic young lady strikes a relaxe...
Terra Cotta Nude Male Holding Female
By M. Lerch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This very powerful and muscular sculpture, executed in terra cotta by M. Lerch, manages to combine power and tenderness at the same time.
Terracotta
French Terra Cotta Nude Sculpture, Circa 1920
Located in Houston, TX
Well Executed French Terra Cotta Figure Of Venus After Canova, Illegibly Signed.
Terracotta
Mid-Century Terra Cotta Nude Sculpture of Woman with Child
Located in Atlanta, GA
Terra cotta on white painted wooden base.
Terracotta, Wood
"Male Nude Torso, " Large and Very Fine Terra Cotta Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Superbly sculpted, molded and patinated, this large terra cotta nude sculpture is mounted on a wood base and fitted as a table lamp.
Terracotta, Wood
Majestic Art Deco Nude Sculpture by Jaime Duran
By Jaime Duran
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Terra Cotta Nude Sculpturewith Gold Leaf signed Jaime Duran, 1933.
Gold Leaf
Hand Sculpted Terra Cotta of Nude Woman
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A stunning hand formed terracotta sculpture of a nude women with great proportion and facial expression.
Mid century Academy style sculpture female nude study in terra-cotta
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid century vintage Academy style female nude sculpture. This terra-cotta sculpture has a patinated bronze finish to the surface with tones of Amber, brown and gold tones.
Terracotta
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H 11 in W 24 in D 6 in
Nude Terra Cotta Sculpture by Amadeo Gennarelli Neoclassical School, 1932, Paris
By Amadeo Gennarelli
Located in Miami, FL
He was the leader and well knowned master in the feminin nude sculptures, working in bronze, marble or terra cotta.
Terracotta
Vintage Terracotta Female Nude Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage terracotta female nude sculpture. This midcentury Terra-cotta reclining nude female sculpture is beautifully executed and rests on a wood plinth.
Terracotta
Mid-Century Modern Cubist Figural Nude Sculpture
Located in Peabody, MA
Exceptional cubist figural nude, unglazed terra cotta with traces of cobalt blue wash, on a walnut plinth.
Terracotta, Walnut
Art Deco nude dancer by Ganu Gantcheff, France 1925.
By Ghanu Gantcheff
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco terra cotta sculpture of a nude by Ganu Gantcheff.
Bronze
Rising (terra cotta)
By Trevor Southey
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Male nude lithograph by Trevor Southey. Trevor Southey was born in Rhodesia, Africa (now Zimbabwe) in 1940. His African heritage can be traced to European colonists who settled in...
Lithograph
French Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture Signed Ouline
By Demetre Chiparus, Pierre Lefaguays, Alexandre Kéléty, Alexandre Ouline, Charles Lemanceau
Located in Houston, TX
This stunning French Art Deco terra cotta sculpture of a nude male is expertly executed with beautiful detailing by Alexandre Ouline.
Terracotta
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H 16.25 in W 16.25 in D 2 in
"Mermaid and Dolphin, " Large, Gold-Glazed Art Deco Sculptural Panel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Spectacular in conception and execution, this large bas relief panel in glazed terra cotta depicts a nude mermaid in the foreground, with Art Deco waves and a dolphin in the distance...
Terracotta
Unusual Seated Terra Cotta Nude Figure
Located in Doylestown, PA
A well-sculpted seated figure of a nude woman in fired terra cotta, unsigned.
Terracotta
Art Nouveau Terra Cotta Nude Beauty attributed to Goldscheider c. 1910
Located in Redding, CA
Fantastic Terra Cotta figure group Lamp of a beauty dipping her toe In the water, which is really a mirror. The modeling on the lamp is Super, the tree is so wonderful the picture...
Terracotta
Terra Cotta Seated Nude
Located in Stamford, CT
Terra cotta seated nude
Terracotta
Terra Cotta Scupture
By J. J. Perrier
Located in Washington, DC
Reclining Nude terra cotta sculpture, signed J.J. Perrier.
Terracotta
Figural Garden Sculpture
Located in New Jersey City, NJ
Terra Cotta garden sculpture of female nude draped in garlands of flowers
Terracotta
Sold
H 16 in W 5.25 in D 4 in
Art Deco Bronze Figure Antoine Vriens Classic 1928 1 of 6 Total Art Deco
Located in Oakland, CA
This piece was also rendered in terra cotta. Sculptor, medallist. Nudes Antoine Vriens attended the academies in St-Gilles and Brussels after his initial studies at the Athénée R...
Marble, Bronze
$1,373Sale Price|20% Off
H 23.63 in Dm 9.06 in
Terracotta Nude Ceramic Sculpture Woman Shapes Very Reminiscent Botero Style
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Terracotta nude ceramic sculpture of woman with shapes very reminiscent of Botero style, signed G.Vecchia.
Terracotta
$2,747
H 24.02 in W 6.3 in D 4.73 in
Art Deco Style Sculpture Athlete with Palm Leaf by Max Le Verrier Gloire
By Max Le Verrier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gloire, Art Deco sculpture designed by Pierre Le Faguays ca. 1930. Seated man holding a palm leaf. Patinated Art metal on a black marble base. Contemporary cast at the Max Le Verr...
Marble, Metal
"Seated Nude, " Rare Art Deco Vase by Vicke Linstrand, 1940s
By Vicke Lindstrand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
One of the masters of Scandinavian Art Deco and Mid-Century design in the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s, Vicke Lindstrand is best known for his work in glass for Orrefors in the 1930s and f...
Ceramic
$1,316
H 8.86 in W 5.52 in D 2.76 in
Art Deco style Sculpture Bathing Nude VENUS by Fayral Max Le Verrier
By Pierre Le Faguays, Max Le Verrier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco style sculpture nude bather VENUS by Fayral, pseudonym of Pierre Le Faguays with Le Verrier foundry seal. Patinated Art Metal on a Black marble base. Design 1930. Posthumo...
Marble, Metal
Lavenia Angelo Biancini Maiolica Vase, 1930, Italy
By Angelo Biancini
Located in Milano, IT
Lavenia Angelo Biancini Maiolica vase, 1930, Italy.
Majolica
$1,648Sale Price|20% Off
H 11.82 in W 14.18 in D 6.5 in
Art Deco Male Sculpture, Spelter, Marble, France circa 1930
By Jean de Roncourt
Located in Regensburg, DE
Elegant Art Deco sculpture of an athletic scouting / watching male figure by Jean de Roncourt from France around 1930. Very good original condition, greenish patinated Spelter / Zinc...
Marble, Metal, Spelter
$3,380
H 11.03 in W 9.06 in D 5.52 in
Satyr and Nude Women Glazed Ceramic Sculpture, Figure by Le Faguays & E. Cazaux
By Edouard Cazaux, Pierre Le Faguays
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
"Pas de Deux," Superb Satyr and nude women pairing inspired by Ballets Russes. Glazed Ceramic Sculpture - Figure By Le Faguays & E. Cazaux Sculpted by Pierre Le Faguays, one of Fran...
Ceramic
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 29 in W 20 in D 11 in
"Discus Thrower, " Large, Extremely Rare Bronze with Nude Male Athlete, McKenzie
By R. Tait McKenzie 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sculpted by America’s foremost artist with a focus on the form and performance of male athletes, this masterpiece of 20th century sculpture -- especially large and rare -- depicts a ...
Bronze
Art Deco Malachite Glass Vase by Curt Schlevogt, 1930s
By Curt Schlevogt
Located in Lucenec, SK
An exclusive vase made of malachite glass from the renowned Czech manufacturer Curt Schlevogt, known for creating luxury decorative glass under the Ingrid Glass brand. This exception...
Malachite
Large Art Deco Bronze Figure of a Nude Woman on Marble Base, Ca. 1920
By Marie Louise Simard
Located in Petaluma, CA
This large and impressive bronze nude is high style art deco. This is not your typical fare. Her pose suggests great vibrancy and sexuality. While unsigned we know it was done by Mar...
Marble, Bronze
Art Deco Sculpture of Athlete “Le Bendeur” by Jean de Roncourt
By Jean de Roncourt
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
A striking original Art Deco sculpture “Le Bendeur” by Jean de Roncourt, one of the notable French sculptors of the Art Deco period, signed to the marble base. Depicting a powerful ...
Marble, Bronze, Spelter
French, Art Deco Terracotta Athlete Sculpture by Bargas
By Henri Bargas, Demetre Chiparus, Charles Lemanceau, Ferdinand Preiss, Alexandre Kéléty
Located in Houston, TX
This fabulous French Art Deco patinated terracotta sculpture of a nude male athlete is signed Henri Bargas. This well executed sculpture has a patinated finish that resembles bronze ...
Terracotta
Art Deco Green Malachite Glass Figural Perfume Bottle
Located in Devon, England
A truly beautiful Art Deco green malachite glass perfume bottle with a female embossed figure to the stopper. Made in Czechoslovakia, this stunning perfume bottle is attributed to Sc...
Malachite
Bronze Sculpture "Athlete" by Max le Verrier
By Max Le Verrier
Located in Montreal, QC
Bronze Sculpture "Athlete" by Max le Verrier resting on stone base Stamped: "M Le Verrier" on underside. France: circa 1937 Similar model is illustrated in the Max Le Verrier catalog...
Bronze
$3,662
H 15.36 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in
Art Deco Bronze Female Nude Sculpture by Alexandre Caron, France 1920
By A. Caron
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco Bronze Female Nude Sculpture – Alexandre Caron, 1920 An elegant and refined Art Deco bronze sculpture depicting a female nude, created by the French sculptor Alexandre Augus...
Marble, Bronze
$1,999
H 8.67 in W 5.52 in D 4.14 in
Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Figure of a Naked Woman by Sibylle May, France 1920´s
By Sibylle May
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Figure of a Naked Woman by Sibylle May, France 1920´s A wonderful art deco bronze sculpture by Sibylle May. Signed in the bronze + foundry marks (LA STELE) ...
Marble, Bronze
Rare Art Deco period ceramic "moon flask" Vase by Jean Mayodon
By Jean-Leon Mayodon
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare Art Deco period ceramic "moon flask" vase by Jean Mayodon The moon flack shaped vase in pale blue glazing with gilt decorations, the center cartouche featuring the allegory of f...
Ceramic
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.75 in W 2 in D 0.75 in
Russian Silver 1913 Commemorative Icon / Portrait Czar Nicholas II, Inscribed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional Objet'd'Art, a Russian Silver 1913 Commemorative Travel Icon, is a poignant tribute to the reign of Czar Nicholas II. Made in 1913 to commemorate the Great Pilgrimage ...
Silver
$2,420 / item
H 3.94 in W 6.7 in D 20.08 in
21st Mahjong Game Set in Walnut Wood and Leather Handmade in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Our brand new Mahjong, a complete restyling for one of the most popular and played games worldwide. Entirely covered in genuine calf leather, our Mahjong comes in a luxurious woo...
Leather, Wood, Walnut
$590
H 13.38 in W 5.11 in D 6.29 in L 13.38 in
1990s Gorgeous "Commedia dell'Arte" table Lamp by Piero Fornasetti for Antonange
By Fornasetti, Piero Fornasetti
Located in Milano, IT
This exceptional "La Commedia dell'Arte" table lamp represents a prestigious collaboration between the Piero Fornasetti and the avant-garde Milanese lighting house Antonangeli Illumi...
Plastic
$163,703
H 33.86 in W 35.04 in D 20.48 in
IMPORTANT MUSEUM QUALITY ANTIQUE 18TH CENTURY GERMAN SiLVER SAFE STRONGBOX
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this important, Museum Quality German safe attributed to Johann Gottlied Dittman and Sigmund Gatchen Please...
Iron, Nickel
Walter Bosse Cat Table Brush for Hertha Baller, Austria, 1950s
By Walter Bosse
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming and highly collectible Mid-Century Modern table brush designed by the renowned Austrian designer Walter Bosse for Hertha Baller in Vienna during the 1950s. This sculptura...
Brass
Vladimir Kagan Angle Tangent Chaise Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare find, the Tangent sofa with an open chaise feature by Vladimir Kagan Angle Tangent Sofa for Preview is an exquisite addition to any mid-century modern collection. This sofa bo...
Alpaca, Wood
Narrow Vintage Chinoiserie Cabinet, Hand-Painted Wood, USA, 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Narrow vintage Chinoiserie cabinet, USA 1970's Elegant and refined vintage narrow Chinoiserie circa 1970's featuring an exceptional and vibrant hand-painted Chinoiserie scene across ...
Wood
$6,551 / set
H 22.45 in W 19.69 in D 9.06 in
Large Pair of 19th Century Bronze Marly Horses, after Coustou
By Coustou
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very impressive pair of 19th century bronze Marly horse, having a good patina, after Guillaume Coustou the elder 1677-1746.
Bronze
1930s Restored Art Deco Sofa, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carrefully refurbished - Newly upholstered- walnut finish - can be used with or without pillows - Seat height with pillows is 48cm
Fabric, Wood
$42,000 / set
H 30.52 in W 41.74 in D 33.08 in
René Drouet Pair of Lounge Chairs in Olive Green Corduroy and Walnut
By René Drouet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
René Drouet, pair of lounge chairs, corduroy velvet, walnut, France, 1930s Designed by French decorator René Drouet, these club chairs are a quintessential example of French Art Dec...
Velvet, Walnut
$650Sale Price|20% Off
H 17.33 in W 14.18 in D 15.75 in
Brass Table Lamp, Desk Lamp, Joseph Brumberg, Germany, 1950s
By Egon Hillebrand
Located in Schwerin, MV
A wonderful Bauhaus-style lamp from the 1950s: a large table lamp by Joseph Brumberg Sundern (JBS) - no. 17409 - from West Germany (Sauerland region). This lamp is often attributed t...
Metal, Brass
$3,850 / set
H 19.25 in Dm 5 in
Pair of Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths Brass Hurricane Candle Sconces
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Southampton, NJ
A pair of c1950 brass candle sconces by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths. These candle sconces exhibit Parzinger's unique talent of mixing classical with the modern. Parzing...
Brass
$19,200
H 60 in W 32 in D 33 in L 82 in
18th Century Hand-Carved Limestone Fountain for Rustic French Gardens
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old French Limestone fountain was hand carved and installed in a French countryside home. The piece has been well preserved throughout the years and was recently reclaimed by ou...
Limestone
Pair of large cactus brass lamps, Italy 2000s
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of large cactus table lamps, Italy circa 2000s. The Mid-Century Modern pair of lamps is made of hammered brass and a white glass globe, nesting the light. The Italian lamps have...
Brass
Italian Art Deco pedestal in wood, 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Deco pedestal in wood, 1930s Pedestal or column made entirely of wood. The square top is supported by a triangular structure. Square base. It can be used as floor display...
Wood
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.
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