Plaster Decorative Objects

Monumental and dignified, this pair of Art Deco sculptures depict a shepherd and shepherdess, crisply shaped and stylized like the best of 1930s public sculpture, and painted in rich but subdued colors with an effect like sun-bleached stucco. It is our estimation that they were sculpted by Geza De Vegh, the Hungarian-American sculptor who created a range of pieces for the Lenox and Lamberton Scammell porcelain works, both in Trenton, New Jersey, as well as a group of rare ceramic pieces for the Phoenix Company. Importantly, De Vegh's work was very popular among set designers and art directors in Hollywood. His works are evident in the background of important Bette Davis films such as "The Letter," art directed by Carl Weyl; and "Now Voyager...

A striking and monumental totem sculpture by French contemporary artist Nicolas Vallée. Creator of unique biomorphic sculptures, Vallée crafts each piece individually in smooth white...

Nice vintage plaster foo dog sculpture in faux bronze finish, circa 1970s.

Inspired by the enduring legacy of ancient Greek sculpture, this vintage bust of Ajax is a commanding decorative work that brings classical elegance to any interior. Expertly crafted...

A deftly modelled plaster bust of a handsome young black man by a skilled, progressive, avant-garde sculptor, of the British school around 1940. The style of the work shows inspirati...

This impressive sculpture of a female torso dates back to the 1940s and is made of patinated plaster, which lends it a soft, timeless appearance. The work reflects the period's artis...

Italian Renaissance style plaster eye detail of Michelangelo\'s David statue

Sculpture - Friedrich Goldscheider Sculpture - 19th Century. Female Figure. Austrian sculpture from the early 19th century in patinated terracotta. Engraved mark. Reproduction reserv...

19th century art nouveau plaster figure of a woman with bare feet, holding up her dress and crossing over rocky terrain. She is wearing a lovely hat and is surrounded by a floral sw...

This figurative sculpture from France, dating to the 20th century, is finished in ivory plaster with a level of detail that rewards a closer look. It was made with evident care, the ...

Worked in plaster, this 19th century figurative sculpture from France carries the quiet confidence of an object made to be handled and admired. It was made with evident care, the kin...

A Plaster Figure of the Capitoline Flora, 19th Century Description: The plaster figure after the so called ‘Capitoline Flora’, considered by Winckelmann to be one of the most beauti...

1960s Bronze Plaster Sculpture of a Maestro/Conductor on Wood Base An orchestra conductor holds his baton ready to direct a piece of music Base made of wood - painted Verdigris finis...

In this listing you will find a Modernist sculpture titled "My Mother", done by Ivan Mestrovic. The piece is a posthumous reproduction of the famous work of art Mestrovic originally ...

Signed: Depose No 98 J.B This stylish Bambi sculpture dates to the late 1930s and was Fabricated in France. The piece is in excellent condition and a ...

An early French Art Frame that looks to date from the 19th Century or earlier. The exposed nail heads (seen from the back) look quite early. Some loss and some age cracks in multip...

Impressive plaster cast of the mythological deity, Pan, finished in gold paint and mounted via a steel rod to a wooden plank supported by brass orb feet (ca. 1970s, USA). Very good, ...

This is a mid-century vintage large dynamic Greco-Roman inspired military bust. This plaster bust has a dark patinated bronze finished to the surface. The helmet has figurative decor...

A bold full figure statue of a knight in armor labeled, Tomaso Gandolfo. The Knight I believe is one of The Knights Templar a medieval crusading military order of knights who lived l...

In this listing you will find a striking Modernist sculpture by a renowned Yugoslav artist Venija Vučinić Turinski. The sculpture aligns extremely well with Venija Vučinić Turinski’s...

As part of the exhibition Vases & Vessels curated by Gianluca Longo at David Gill Gallery, Tino Seubert presented a new edition of Narcissus Vases made from Italian Terrazzo Rosa Per...

Italian Renaissance style plaster mouth detail of Michelangelo\'s David statue

Circa 1900. We offer this fantastic Set of Study Hands Saint Sculptures. This set of pieces belonged to a sculptor of religious figures who used these models to create the christian ...

Interesting sculptural nose made of plaster. Cool tabletop object.  

A rare (if mot unique)cast of the clay study for the portrait of Georgia O'Keeffe, commissioned by Alfred Stieglitz in 1926. The alabaster in the Metropolitan Museum of Art NYC, is ...

Artist: Karel Hájek This charming Czechoslovak sculpture titled "Children with a Ball" comes from the artistic legacy of author Karel Hájek, who signed the work in 1982. Although st...

John Rogers (American, 1829–1904) “A Frolic at the Old Homestead” Painted Plaster Figural Group, Circa 1890 A large painted plaster figural group after the 1881 model by the America...

GUSTAVE GILLOT. Lady with Greyhound”. Art Deco Statue in Plaster. Signed. Around 1925-30. Original piece in perfect condition, cleaned and dusted using professional methods. THE GOLDEN AGE OF ART DECO SCULPTURE: GUSTAVE GILLOT (1888-1965) A student of Paul Landowski (1877-1941), he appeared at the Salon Des Arts Décoratifs in 1913. He also collaborated with Paul Follot (1877-1941) in the Art Deco Workshop of the Department Stores Pomone / Le Bon Marché, Paris. Recognized very early for his mastery of bronze, he is equally renowned for his plaster and cracked animal ceramics...

This striking 80 cm classical male sculpture features a finely detailed dark bronze-effect finish and an elegant, contemplative pose. Inspired by ancient Greek and Roman art, it make...

Cat Plaster Sculpture Signed J Nam, Pseudonym Of Jacques Lehmann (1881-1974) - Paris

This is a new work by Mattia Biagi Sculptural plaster lamp created by a metal structure, plaster+ paper, and image collage on wood.

Very original French sculpture, small proportions, made with a technique of assembly of wood and white lacquered metal the whole coated with plaster in a modernist style. Unknown art...

Plaster bust on base. Preliminary study for marble carving with markings for the stonemason. France, 1850-1880. A very decorative piece.

A plaster personification of the French city of Saint-Étienne, this plaster sculpture dates to the era of Beaux-Arts style, which was prevalent in France from the mid-1800s to the en...

Alexey's functional sculpture and table lamp draws inspiration from the intriguing world of mushrooms and fungi. The unique shapes of these organisms, connected by an underground roo...

Jared French (American, 1905-1988) Portrait bust of Chuck Howard, 1951 plaster on wood base Titled and signed with “CH" mongram for Howard over the date...

1940's Plaster Butchers Display Characters - Pair. Exceptional pair of Mr & Mrs Butchers window display mannequins. Made in heavy weight plaster with hand painted detail. This produ...

One of a Kind Abstract Scagliola Sculpture – This unique abstract sculpture is meticulously handcrafted using pigmented scagliola composites, a traditional technique renowned for cr...

Plaster sculpture of a nude with Lion. Signed 'H.Heusers'. HERMAN HEUSERS (1872-1938)

Hand-formed sculpture made of plaster of paris with patinated bronze on a wooden base. The plaster figure is from the German artist TADÄUS from the series formless body shapes from 2...

This beautifully minimal vase is handmade by artist Elyse Graham in her Los Angeles studio. This collection of vessels is inspired by striated landscap...

This soft-hued, playful vase is handmade by artist Elyse Graham in her Los Angeles studio. This collection of vessels is inspired by our incredible and diverse microbiome. The ...

This slender and elegant vase is handmade by artist Elyse Graham in her Los Angeles studio. This collection of vessels is inspired by striated landscapes caused by glacial erosion...

Minimalist abstract textured plaster sculpture with organic form and matte white finish. A modern sculptural accent for contemporary interiors. A. Some touch up paint marks in th...

Rosario Russell Fiore (American, 1908-1994) A full length portrait plaster maquette of Georgia Governor and United States Senator Richard Russell Jr., circa 1975. 8 ½ inches wide by 8 inches deep by 29 inches tall Rosario R. Fiore was a prominent American sculptor and member of the National Sculpture Society. Fiore studied at the Mechanics Institute, the National Academy of Design, and the Beaux Arts Academy. Protege of Robert Aitken, he assisted with the creation of the figures in the pediment of the Supreme Court Building, the front of the Archives, and in the Samuel Gompers Memorial. Other notable achievements include serving as a sculptor for the National Park Service and WPA, the Smithsonian, the Department of the Interior, receiving awards for service provided to the US Army, and undertaking commissions for the White House during the Truman and Kennedy administrations. Born in New York, he was active there, in Washington and in Jekyll Island...

An extremely rare 'preparation painted' for casting model by the great German 'Gothic' Expressionist Ernst Barlach (1870-1938). These sculptures date from young Barlach's 1906 visit ...

A plaster bust of sculptor Rosario Russell Fiore, circa 1980. Unsigned. Likely by his wife Florence Fiore. 8 inches wide by 9 ½ inches deep by 16 ½ inches tall Rosario R. Fiore was a prominent American sculptor and member of the National Sculpture Society. Fiore studied at the Mechanics Institute, the National Academy of Design, and the Beaux Arts Academy. Protege of Robert Aitken, he assisted with the creation of the figures in the pediment of the Supreme Court Building, the front of the Archives, and in the Samuel Gompers Memorial. Other notable achievements include serving as a sculptor for the National Park Service and WPA, the Smithsonian, the Department of the Interior, receiving awards for service provided to the US Army, and undertaking commissions for the White House during the Truman and Kennedy administrations. Born in New York, he was active there, in Washington and in Jekyll...

Rosario Russell Fiore (American, 1908-1994) A plaster maquette of Atlanta author Margaret Mitchell by Rosario Russell Fiore, 1982. In five pieces. 12 inches wide by 11 inches deep by 23 inches tall Rosario R. Fiore was a prominent American sculptor and member of the National Sculpture Society. Fiore studied at the Mechanics Institute, the National Academy of Design, and the Beaux Arts Academy. Protege of Robert Aitken, he assisted with the creation of the figures in the pediment of the Supreme Court Building, the front of the Archives, and in the Samuel Gompers Memorial. Other notable achievements include serving as a sculptor for the National Park Service and WPA, the Smithsonian, the Department of the Interior, receiving awards for service provided to the US Army, and undertaking commissions for the White House during the Truman and Kennedy administrations. Born in New York, he was active there, in Washington and in Jekyll Island...

Channel the grandeur of antiquity with this striking vintage patinated bronze bust, historically interpreted as a representation of Alexander the Great. This heroic sculpture capture...

Early 19th century romantic style traditional handcrafted stucco painted like terracotta sculpture, depicting a female half-length portrait. Lovely aged patina, Florence, circa 1820....

Axel Waldemaar Johannessen (Oslo 1880 - 1922) Multi-headed giant, with a portrait of playwright Henrik Ibsen Signed and dated (lower left): ‘1912 Johannessen’ Plaster 45 cm (17 ¾ in...

This vintage decorative apple is a plump, sculptural fruit modeled in plaster and finished in a rich, chalky red. The form is full and broad at the shoulders and tapers gently toward...

This vintage decorative pear is a plump, sculptural fruit modeled in plaster and finished in a soft, chalky green. The form is full and rounded at the base and narrows in a smooth, g...

Satinwood vintage decorative art and craft style plates, Oriental flowers and chicken hand-painting wall decorations are gorgeous decorative objects for your home decor. Impressive multicolour painting on the black background and outstanding quality, workmanship, and compact Size. Circa 1970. Fabulously hand-painted and varnished with a large central circular medallion on top of a hand-crafted round ceramic plate. which can be used as a table decorative object or wall decoration for your home decor. Condition: Excellent condition with nice patination and no losses. It is nicely done. Location: United Kingdom. The seller offers...

Striking and elegant, the Rectangle Bubble Vase has a unique silhouette that brings a modern and playful feel to any space. Styled in built-ins or filled with florals, this vase is a...

Gaston SCHWEITZER (1879-1962? France): "Potato picker" Original plaster with medium "ground colour" patina Unique piece Signed with artist monogram on base Dated "6.58" (June 1958...

This exquisite vintage Italian scagliola turtle shell is a masterful example of high-end artisanal plasterwork. Utilizing the centuries-old scagliola technique—a meticulous method of...

A Figure of a 1st Century CE Roman ‘Narcissus’, 20th Century Description: The contrapposto male figure modelled from the So-Called Narcissus uncovered in Pompeii in 1862. The youth...

An exceptional and historically significant portrait bust of a Congolese Mangbetu woman, created by the renowned Afro-Belgian sculptor, essayist, and modernist thinker François-Xavie...

Striking and elegant, the Rectangle Bubble Vase has a unique silhouette that brings a modern and playful feel to any space. Styled in built-ins or filled with florals, this vase is a...