$1,700 / set
H 27 in W 15 in D 10 in
Mid-Century French Majolica Gnome Trio with Watering Can, Basket, and Staff
Located in Dallas, TX
sculptures, crafted in France circa 1960. Each hand-painted ceramic gnome captures a lively rural scene with
Ceramic, Majolica
Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Fishing, Beautiful Statue 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous character ceramic figural gnome statue. This character statue has been made by unknown
Ceramic
Rare Vintage Gnome with Guitar, Germany ca. 1950s, Christmas Dwarf
By Gräfenroda Keramik
Located in Bochum, NRW
Vintage gnome with guitar, Germany ca. 1910s. Christmas dwarf playing guitar, Heissner
Terracotta, Ceramic
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H 10.75 in W 9 in D 8 in
Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome under Mushroom Statue, by Heissner Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous character ceramic figural gnome statue. This character statue has been made by the
Ceramic
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H 13 in W 10 in D 9.5 in
Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Mushroom House Statue, by Heissner Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous character ceramic figural gnome statue. This character statue has been made by the
Ceramic
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
Vintage Cement Cast Lazy Gnome Garden Statue
Located in Pasadena, TX
This Gnome is cement Cast. It's hand painted and depicts the Gnome in a relaxing state. It has a nice aged patina.
Cement
$1,792
H 3.94 in W 6.89 in D 3.15 in
Fantastic Sculpture in Silver and 1970s Gnome Stone Italian Design
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Fantastic sculpture in silver and 1970s gnome stone.
Stone, Silver
$2,389 / set
H 3.15 in W 1.97 in D 1.58 in
Pair of 19th Century German Gnomes Hand Carved Bone Gnome Figures
Located in Milano, MI
Lovely pair of cheerful gnome figurines carved bone gnomes of German origin dating back to the second half of the 19th century. On a carved bone rocky pedestal, a standing smiling g...
Bone
Therapy Gnome
Located in Kansas City, MO
Nick Vedros Therapy Gnome Archival Pigment Print Hahnemühle FineArt Baryta 325 gsm Year: 2000s Size: 11x17in Edition: 12 Signed, dated and numbered by hand on label Stamped COA prov...
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Archival Pigment
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.
The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
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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.
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The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.