$528 / set
H 1.97 in W 5.52 in D 3.55 in
Pair of brass small Decorative brass birds figurines, France, 1950
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Main Features Type: Decorative figurines / wall decor Subject: Stylized birds Origin: France Period: 1950s Material: Brass Decoration: Inlaid colored cabochons Colors: Patinated gilt...
Brass
Mid-Century Solid Brass Flying Bird Figurine, Vintage 20th Century
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Sculpture - Decoration - Vintage Solid brass flying bird figurine, mid-century. Measures : 17x10cm H:23cm Material : Brass
Brass
$240
H 1.88 in W 1.5 in D 2.38 in
Brass Dodo Bird Figurine Desktop Paperweight 1960s Mid-Century Modern, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A charming and characterful addition to any brass or bird-themed collection.
Brass
$240
H 2.13 in W 1.25 in D 2 in
Brass Dodo Bird Figurine Desktop Paperweight 1960s Mid-Century Modern, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A lovely mysterious dodo bird figurine, flightless and extinct, this sturdy little guy is loaded with character. Made in the 1960s. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany. It ...
Brass
$1,800
H 2.5 in W 17 in D 10.5 in
Modern Flock of Birds Sculpture Solid Brass Figurines on Walnut Rectangle Block
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Modern flock of birds sculpture solid brass figurines on rectangle solid walnut block.
Brass
$380 / set
H 2.13 in W 1.13 in D 2.25 in
Set of three Brass Dodo Bird Figurine Family 1960s Mid-Century Modern, Mauritius
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This delightful set of three vintage brass dodo bird figurines dates to the 1960s and was discovered at an estate sale in Berlin, Germany.
Brass
$195
H 4.75 in W 13.25 in D 3.75 in
Vintage Brass Toned Pheasant Bird Sculpture with Long Tail - Decorative Figurine
Located in Seattle, WA
A vintage brass toned pheasant sculpture featuring finely detailed feathering and an elongated tail. This decorative piece showcases a lifelike stance and textured surface, making it...
Metal
$1,700
H 37.25 in W 17.5 in D 10 in
Hand Carved Cedar Wood Heron Bird Table Lamp Hollywood Regency Animal Figurine
By Mario Lopez Torres, Maitland Smith
Located in Miami, FL
A one-piece hand carved Cedar Wood Heron Bird Animal Sculpture Table Lamp, 37 Inches tall with Harp and Brass Finial. The Craftsmanship is very detailed, and the Heron is carved out ...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Vintage German Brass Birds Figurines
Located in Riga, Latvia
Measures: Left - H 13 cm, W 9 cm, D 3 cm Right - H 21 cm, W 8 cm, D 5 cm.
Brass
Pair of Glass & Brass Birds Figurine.
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant pair of brass and glass birds figurine.
Rare Art Deco Brass Bird Figurine by Dolbi Cashier
By Dolbi Cashier
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Rare and unusual Art Deco style figurine of perched bird has classic streamlined design and minimal, but expressive detailing.
Brass
1960s Vintage Brass Figurine Curlews Birds – a Pair
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a stunning pair of vintage figurine birds, circa the 1960s. This captivating pair of vintage brass bird sculptures portray a graceful curlew perched upo...
Brass
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H 2.25 in W 1.13 in D 2 in
Brass Dodo Bird Figurine Desktop Paperweight 1960s Mid-Century Modern, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A lovely mysterious dodo bird figurine, flightless and extinct, this sturdy little guy is loaded with character. Made in the 1960s. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany. It ...
Brass
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H 2.25 in W 1.13 in D 2 in
Brass Dodo Bird Figurine Desktop Paperweight 1960s Mid-Century Modern, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A lovely mysterious dodo bird figurine, flightless and extinct, this sturdy little guy is loaded with character. Made in the 1960s. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany. It ...
Brass
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H 1.25 in W 2.88 in D 1.63 in
Brass Dodo Bird Figurine Desktop Paperweight 1950s Mid-Century Modern, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A lovely mysterious dodo bird figurine, flightless and extinct, this sturdy little guy is loaded with character. Made in the 1960s. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany. It ...
Brass
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H 2.13 in W 1.25 in D 2 in
Brass Dodo Bird Figurine Desktop Paperweight 1960s Mid-Century Modern, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A lovely mysterious dodo bird figurine, flightless and extinct, this sturdy little guy is loaded with character. Made in the 1960s. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany. It ...
Brass
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H 2 in W 1.88 in D 1 in
Two Brass Dodo Bird Figurine Desktop Paperweight 1960s Mid-Century Modern German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A lovely set of two mysterious dodo bird figurine, flightless and extinct, this sturdy little guy is loaded with character. Made in the 1960s. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, G...
Brass
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H 2 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in
Set of Four Brass Dodo Bird Figurine Family 1960s Mid-Century Modern, Mauritius
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A set of four lovely mysterious dodo bird figurines, flightless and extinct, this sturdy little guys are loaded with character. Made in the 1960s. Found at an estate sale in Nurember...
Brass
Sold
H 2.13 in W 1.13 in D 2.25 in
Set of three Brass Dodo Bird Figurine Family 1960s Mid-Century Modern, Mauritius
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A set of three lovely mysterious dodo bird figurines, flightless and extinct, this sturdy little guys are loaded with character. Made in the 1960s. Found at an estate sale in Nurembe...
Brass
Italian Murano Glass & Brass Bird Figurine By Luca Bojola
By Luca Bojola
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful Italian Murano glass and brass bird figurine by Luca Bojola.
Brass
Vintage Brass Finish Bird Figurine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ceramic mid-century bird with aged brass painted finish.
Brass Ibis Bird Figurine with Emu Egg Body
Located in Stamford, CT
Unique bird sculpture is an excellent addition to any decor.
Brass
Vintage German Brass Swan Birds Figurines, Set of 2
Located in Riga, Latvia
Sculpture of two swan birds, differ in shape. Made of solid brass and feature nice patina. Measures: Big bird - 13.5 x 7cm Small bird – 10 x 7.5cm.
Brass
Pair of Solid Brass Bird's Figurines
Located in Oakland Park, FL
Pair of solid brass bird's figurines Pair of sleeping birds Size: 3 x 3 x 4 and 3 x 3 x 5.
Brass
Vintage Brass Bird Figurine
Located in EDENSOR PARK, NSW
Bird siting on a tree stump, has been polished Material: Brass Measurements: 9cm high, 4cm length, 4.5cm width Pick Up Location at: 64 Kalang Road, Edensor Park NSW Postage via...
Brass
Antique Oak Dining Table, Handcrafted, Victorian Style, England
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 1950s weathered patina has given the fungi ornament the unique finish. Well made, this charming bright red capped fungi and white spots represents the amanita muscaria. This large ...
Cement
Rare Majolica Butterfly Wall Pocket Clement Massier, circa 1900
By Clement Massier
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Majolica butterfly wall pocket signed Clement Massier, Golfe Juan Circa 1900. H / 7 inches. W / 9 inches.
Ceramic, Faience
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
Isak Isaksson Green Ceramic Vase Crystalline Glaze Contemporary Artist
By Isak Isaksson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A green vase with a lovely crystalline glaze designed by Isak Isaksson in Sweden. The vase is 9 cm (3.55") tall and about 12.5 cm (5") wide and it is in excellent condition. This is ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
$888 / set
H 8.27 in Dm 3.55 in
Mid-Century Vases - Dino Martens - Murano Glass - Zanfirico Spiral Decoration
By Dino Martens, Aureliano Toso
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful set of three Mid-Century Murano glass vases attributed to Dino Martens for Aureliano Toso, Italy. These elegant conical vases feature delicate zanfirico spiral canes enca...
Glass
20th Century Art Nouveau Majolica Vase by Gerbing & Stephan, AT ca. 1910
By Gerbing & Stephan
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Remarkable, rare Art Nouveau majolica vase by the world famous manufactory of Gerbing & Stephan from the early period in Austria around 1910. The beautiful shaped grey blue color...
Ceramic, Majolica
Art Deco Hand-Painted Ceramic Vase, Floral Design, Denmark, 1930s
By Boch Freres Keramis, Josef Ekberg, Jean-Leon Mayodon, Kähler, Charles Catteau
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Antique Art Deco ceramic vase with vertical hand-carved straight and organically swirling lines with hand-painted bright blue floral decor on cream colored base. Artist's signature ...
Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery, Clay
$550
H 2.25 in W 3.25 in D 4.75 in
14 Lacquered Paper Mache Trinket Boxes Russian Kashmir Indian Burmese Thailand
Located in Dayton, OH
Collection of 14 vintage hand-painted, lacquered paper mache lacquerware trinket / keepsake / cigarette / storage boxes, from the Russian, Kashmir, Indian, Burmese, and Thailand regi...
Lacquer
$1,185Sale Price|20% Off
H 7.49 in W 5.12 in D 2.37 in
Antique Personal Diary Repository, Scottish, Brass, Keepsake Case, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a fine antique personal diary repository, originating from Scotland during the Victorian period, circa 1870. This striking book form keepsake case showcases the craftsmanship...
Brass
$5,269Sale Price|50% Off
H 32.49 in W 32.29 in D 1.97 in
French 18th Century Forged Iron Folk Art Baroque Tavern Sign
Located in Buisson, FR
Important and beautiful 18th century Tavern sign depicting a rearing white horse with a crowned coat of arms on its back. Most likely from the Alsace, France due to the German influe...
Iron
$125,000
H 24.81 in W 17.72 in D 9.85 in
Purple Amethyst “Harp" phantom White calcites Decorative object Sculpture
Located in London, GB
This museum-quality Amethyst “harp” from Artigas, Uruguay, is a natural sculpture of exceptional beauty and rarity. The piece features a harmonious arrangement of high-quality Amethy...
Amethyst, Quartz
French Majolica Wild Rose Cake Stand Delphin Massier Circa 1890
By Delphin Massier
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Wild Rose Cake Stand Delphin Massier Circa 1890, 9.8 inches diameter , 4 inches height.
Ceramic, Majolica
$40,000
H 35 in W 134 in D 83 in
Carlo Hauner for Forma, Brazilian Rosewood Queen Bed with Integrated Nightstand
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
Designed in the 1950s by Carlo Hauner for Forma, this exceptional Brazilian rosewood bed formed part of an ambitious and highly cohesive bedroom suite — a rare example of fully integ...
Hardwood, Cane
Salvino Marsura, wrought-iron double bed, Italy, 1960s
By Salvino Marsura
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Elegance, strength, and lightness intertwine in the design of this wrought-iron double bed, created in the 1960s by sculptor and designer Salvino Marsura. The structure reveals a del...
Wrought Iron
$1,750
H 8.5 in Dm 6.25 in
1920's French Art Deco Emerald Green Frosted Glass Vase Cubist Geometric Design
Located in Red Lion, PA
This exceptional unmarked 1920s French Art Deco emerald green frosted glass vase features a dramatic cubist / geometric three-dimensional design, a hallmark of the bold visual experi...
Glass
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.
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