1950s Lacquered Wood Italian Articulated Mannequin
Located in Catania, Sicilia
A charming vintage mannequin from the 1950s, beautifully crafted figure is a perfect blend of functionality and folk art, making it a unique and striking decorative piece. The manneq...
Wood, Lacquer
Still Stand Abstract Wood Sculpture, Chainsaw Carved, Walnut, Logniture
By Logniture
Located in Stara Gradiška, HR
This captivating sculpture is a one of a kind piece, hand carved from a single block of solid hardwood. Its form is a continuous, biomorphic loop, an abstract ribbon of wood that twi...
Walnut, Wood
Mid-Century Italian Pottery Owl Sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s
By Aldo Londi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Italian Pottery Owl Sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs, de...
Ceramic
Limited Edition Salvador Dali Armchair, "Invisible Personage"
By Salvador Dalí, BD Barcelona Design
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Indulge in a rare opportunity to own a piece of art history with this Limited Edition Salvador Dali Armchair, featuring the artist's iconic "Invisible Personage" design. One of only ...
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Lacquer
Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Cranes Sculpture, 43.7 Inches Tall
Located in Lincoln, GB
A Pair of Monumental Japanese Bronze Cranes, Meiji Period (1868–1912) An exceptionally fine pair of Japanese bronze cranes, displaying the masterful realism and technical virtuosity ...
Bronze
$1,053Sale Price|50% Off
Baroque Giltwood Angel Candleholder, Italian, Circa 1750
Located in Buisson, FR
Stunning carved wooden Baroque angel with candleholder. Very beautiful period piece. Italy, circa 1750. Made out of wood iron and plaster. Weathered and small losses. Measurement inc...
Wood
$794Sale Price|45% Off
French 18th Century Hand Carved Baroque Winged Angel Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful hand carved winged angel head with its original color and gilding. France, circa 1750 Weathered and small losses and old repair. Treated against woodworm. Measurement here...
Wood
Pair of Mid-Century German White Porcelain Putti Cherub Ring Holder Figurines, 1
Located in Roma, IT
We are pleased to offer for sale a charming pair of fine white porcelain cherub figurines, produced in Germany during the Mid-20th century, circa 1950s–1960s. The two delightful put...
Porcelain
Abstract Modernist Bronze Sculpture Figural with Brutalist Relief Texture 1970s
By Lynn Chadwick
Located in Troy, MI
Unique post-war abstract sculpture in solid bronze Anonymous artist circa 1970's Slab like torso cast in deep relief texture and nuanced patinas Three elongated legs and subtly offs...
Bronze
American Folk Art Door Stop in the Form of a Sitting Cast Iron Tuxedo Cat
Located in Downingtown, PA
Cast Iron Charm: American Folk Art Cat Doorstop This charming piece of American folk art is a cast iron doorstop modeled in the form of a black and white tuxedo cat. Doorstops like ...
Iron
Egyptian King and Queen Busts After J. Guillot Dated 1876
Located in New York, NY
Egyptian king and queen patinated spelter metal busts after the celebrated French sculptor, Anatole J. Guillot (1865-1911). Female signed J. Guillot 1876.
Metal
HOLIDAY GIFT - Charming Trio of Midcentury Ceramic Dog Figurines - Hand-Painted
By Kaiser
Located in Bochum, NRW
A delightful set of three midcentury ceramic dog figurines, each hand-painted in warm brown and ivory tones with lifelike expressions and poses. This sculptural trio includes: - A r...
Ceramic, Porcelain
Handcarved Wooden Abstract Sculpture by Ralph Peplow of California (1907-1987)
Located in Oakland, CA
Handcarved abstract sculpture by Californian artist Ralph Peplow (1907-1987), an organic form created out of hardwood with it's expressive graining and fluid lines. Stamped by the a...
Hardwood
$1,440Sale Price / set|20% Off
Murano Italian Art Glass 7 Piece Pear Cherry Banana Orange Gold Fruit Sculptures
By Alfredo Barbini, Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful set of vintage Murano hand blown Italian art glass fruit figures / sculptures. The set includes 2 pears, a bunch of cherries, a banana, an orange, a tomato, and a mystery y...
Gold Leaf
Leopald Anzengruber Keramiek Wien Earthenware Cow Figure
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A charming and amusing earthenware Austrian cow figurine made in Vienna by renowned visual artist Leopold Anzengruber (Austrian, 1912-1979) and dating from around 1950. Leopold Anz...
Earthenware, Terracotta
$465Sale Price|50% Off
Italian 18th Century Carved Giltwood Baroque Angel Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful giltwood angelhead fragment Italy, circa 1750 Weathered. Measurement here below inclusive the wooden base. H:22,5cm W:11cm D:10cm
Wood
$3,956Sale Price / set|20% Off
David Marshall. Brutalist aluminum and bronze wall sculptures, Spain, 1970s
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Set of two brutalist wall sculptures by David Marshall, Spain, 1970s. Made of aluminum and bronze. These wall sculptures can be placed on the wall as decorative elements, or installe...
Aluminum, Bronze
Modernist Architectural Wood Ornament Sculpture Abstract Tuning Fork, circa 1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning tropical wood abstract sculpture is architecturally impressive, with its stylized tuning fork design. The piece was meticulously crafted in France circa 1950. The elong...
Wood
$348Sale Price|56% Off
Love Putto figurine in Meissen Porcelain from the 1800s
Located in Milano, MI
Statuette depicting the Love Putto in Meissen porcelain, made in 1800. The figurine may have undergone restoration. Ø cm 10 Ø cm 6 h cm 13 Meissen porcelain is considered one of th...
Porcelain
Murano Art Glass Sculpture 'Jeans' by Simone Cenedese 1990s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Murano Art Glass Sculpture 'Jeans' by Simone Cenedese 1990s A large vintage art glass sculpture, designed and handcrafted by master glassmaker Simone Cenedese in the 1990s. The titl...
Art Glass
Circular Nesting Coffee Table Set Blackened Steel Organic Modern Contemporary
Located in Bronx, NY
TABLE NO. 15 - NESTING SET J.M. Szymanski d. 2019 52'' D 36'' W 13'' H - COFFEE 32'' D 22'' W 15'' H - SIDE This Noguchi-inspired coffee tables are handcrafted in 3/8” thick...
Steel, Iron
Jens Jakob Bregnø “Hercules” Green-Glazed Stoneware Sculpture for Saxbo
Located in Kastrup, DK
Jens Jakob Bregnø (Danish, 1877–1946) A figure depicting “Hercules” in a relaxed yet powerful pose, executed in stoneware with a beautiful glaze ranging from deep turquoise to light...
Stoneware
Set of 2 Mid-Century Wooden Teak Birds, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Wooden Teak Birds, 1960s, Set of 2, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. Additional information: Materials: Wood Style: Mid-Century Modern Color: Brown Item T...
Wood
$2,354
Rochard Panther Art Deco
Located in NANTES, FR
Art Deco panther circa 1930. Spelter sculpture with black patina on a marble base, signed R. Rochard for Irénée Félix René Rochard. In perfect condition. Length: 65 cm Width: 14 cm ...
Marble, Spelter
$535Sale Price|49% Off
17/18th Century French Baroque Carved Oak Angel Head on Wings
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered oak winged angel head, France, circa 1650-1750 Weathered, small losses and old repair. Measurements include the wooden base. H:37,5cm W:37,5cm D:8,5cm
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Amber Resin Bird Sculpture by Dorothy Thorpe 1970s
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This is an Amber resin bird sculpture, specifically doves, by Dorothy Thorpe made circa the 1970s. The sculpture is perfectly translucent which makes the birds glow in the light!
Resin
Meteorite Slice with Crystalized Metal and Peridot Gems
Located in London, GB
This magnificent cross-section originates from the pallasite meteorite, Seymchan, which was formed over 4.5 billion years ago in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. Comprisin...
Iron
$559Sale Price|46% Off
French 17/ 18th Century Carved Wooden Baroque Panel Depicting A Saint And Angels
Located in Buisson, FR
Unique panel depicting a Saint figure and Angels. Wonderful layers of its original color, France, circa 1650-1750 . Weathered, small losses. Treated against woodworm. Measurements in...
Wood
GIUMAN Murano Glass Big Horse Head Sculpture, Made in Italy, Available in Stock
Located in Venezia, IT
A striking sculptural work by Venetian master Giuman, this Large Murano glass horse head showcases the artist’s exceptional ability to capture ...
Murano Glass
Deep Purple Amethyst Cathedral Geode
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
A stunning geode centerpiece with rich color and flawless crystal formation ▫️ Description Beautifully formed with large, juicy deep purple points, this amethyst geode possesses al...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
High-Grade Citrine Geode with Intense Orange Druzy
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Citrine Geode with Sparkly Deep Orange Crystals ▫️ Description Aesthetically stunning and featuring high-quality, sparkly orange citrine druzy, this medium-sized Citrine Geode is t...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Small Natural Dark Blue Lace Agate Geode with Blue and White Agate Bands
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Gorgeous Small Dark Blue Lace Agate Geode with Amethyst Druzy ▫️ Description A beautiful small agate geode featuring natural dark blue agate laces (also known as Blue Lace Agate) a...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Ancient Egyptian Monumental Temple Sphinxes
Located in London, GB
These monumental limestone sphinxes, carved with the idealised visage of Pharaoh Nectanebo I (c. 379-360 BC) atop a lion’s body, are icons of ancient Egyptian culture. Depicted in th...
Limestone
Modernist Nude Hand Carved Wood & Marble Sculpture Style of Ferdinand Parpan
Located in Red Lion, PA
A striking example of hand-carved modernist sculpture, this nude female figure in the style of Ferdinand Parpan captures the elegance and abstraction of the 1930s–40s post-Art Deco e...
Marble
Ancient Roman Male Torso Fragment, White Marble, Circa 100-400 A.D.
Located in York, GB
Provenance: Private collection, 1960s, Sotheby’s London, Ancient Sculpture and Works of Art, December 2018, lot 50 A fine ancient roman torso fragment. Carved from white marble, i...
Marble
$146Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Swedish Glass Bird from Bosse, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Swedish Glass Bird From Bosse, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Glass Color: ...
Glass
Gorgeous Murano Italian Art Glass Giant Octopus Paperweight, Italy, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Murano hand blown Italian art glass Statue, paper weight or sculpture. Showing a giant octopus. Colors are a blue, white, black and clear. A beautiful nice addition to your...
Murano Glass
$386Sale Price|20% Off
Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle' 1980s 'Ishikawa'
Located in Paris, FR
This is an antique wooden netsuke made in Japan around Showa period 1980s. The signature is written on the back side 'Ishikawa'. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17t...
Wood
1930s Aged Bronze Statue of Greek God Poseidon with Trident, Italy
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Smaller scale bronze statue depicting the Greek god Poseidon (or Roman god Neptune) holding his signature trident. The statue has an aged finish with a green verdigris patina, common...
Bronze
Antique French Bronze Grand Tour Model of The Arc de Triomphe 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A delightful French bronze Grand Tour model of the Arc De Triomphe, circa 1860 in date. The beautifully realistic model is cast in high relief and is mounted on a black marble base....
Bronze
$1,645Sale Price|30% Off
Egyptian Revival Two Headed Ram Goat Wood Carved Lacquered Sculpture 41"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Egyptian Revival carved wood sculpture depicting a pair of reclining goats / rams facing opposite directions, decorated with intricate necklaces and beards, finished in black...
Hardwood, Paint
$535Sale Price|49% Off
Small Hand Carved Oak Lion Sculpture with Coat of Arms, France, Circa 1650
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful and unique small hand carved oak lion sculpture holding a coat of arms. Beautiful patina. France circa 1650-1750 Weathered. measurements include the wooden pedestal. H:12cm...
Oak
Pair Terracotta Ceramic Foo Dog Garden Home Statues, Sculptures from the 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An outstanding pair of two Foo Dog statues in glazed and hand painted Ceramic. Perfectly representations of this majestic being, stern, watchful and obedient at the same time. Elegan...
Ceramic
Sculptural Iron Fragment from the Sikhote-Alin Meteorite Shower
Located in London, GB
This extraterrestrial sculpture originates from the famed Sikhote-Alin meteorite, which fell to Earth on 12 February 1947, in the largest recorded meteorite fall in history. Entering...
Iron
Collection of Fifteen Art Glass Wrapped Candies by Murano Glass with Foil Label
By Murano 5
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice collection of fifteen art glass wrapped candies by Murano Glass, circa 1970s. The pieces are in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measure various dimensi...
Art Glass
$260 / item
Boletto Blue Pig Figurine by Aldo Londi
By Bitossi
Located in Milan, IT
Boletto blue pig figurine from the Rimini Blu collection features a mold-made refractory white clay form. The vibrant blue glaze is enhanced by a finely incised decoration of varied ...
Ceramic
Barovier Toso Murano Pink Blue Gold Fleck Italian Art Glass Love Birds Sculpture
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown sky blue, pink, controlled bubbles and gold flecks Italian art glass love birds sculpture. The piece is documented to the Barovier e Toso Company....
Gold Leaf
Naturalia agate specimen, with candle holder, Italy 1880.
Located in Milan, IT
A Wunderkammer naturalia agate specimen mounted in an oval shape frame over a golden wooden base, with candle holder. Italy end of 19th century.
Agate
XL 27-Inch Golden Healer Quartz Flame Sculpture
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Hand-Carved X-Large Golden Healer Quartz Crystal Flame ▫️ Description With its warm aesthetics composed by delicate lines enriched by natural inclusions and X-large size, this Gol...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
4.5 Billion Year Old Sculptural Stone Meteorite - NWA 17936
Located in London, GB
This striking stone meteorite is a rare type of natural sculpture from outer space. Its form and radiating thumb-shaped impressions - known as regmaglypts - are the result of its fie...
Stone
Floral Bouquet Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage or antique cast iron door stop features a bouquet of blue, white, and pink flowers. Carefully painted, highly detailed flowers are juxtaposed by the monochromatic light blue ...
Iron
$3,800Sale Price|20% Off
Brass and Hand Painted Paper Mache Owl Sculpture, Sergio Bustamante, 1970's
Located in Culver City, CA
A rare and monumental owl sculpture by Mexican master artist Sergio Bustamante, standing an impressive 31 inches tall. This striking owl beautifully synthesizes everything Bustamante...
Brass
1 of the 2 Pate de Verre Bulldog Sculptures by Daum, France
By Daum
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, high-end glass sculpture by Daum, France. The sculptures in the image are bulldogs created by Daum Frères in the late 20th century, around 1980. It was produce...
Art Glass
Egyptian Cement Pharaoh Bust Statue I Pedestal Late 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique Egyptian cement or porphyry bust late 19th century. This sculpture was purchased at a wine-producing château in Bordeaux. Good condition with good patina due to age. Shipp...
Cement
Large Carved Wooden Vietnamese Buddha
Located in New York, NY
A circa 19th century Vietnamese carved wooden and polychromed seated Buddha with original patina. Measurements: Height: 31" Width: 22" Depth: 17"
Wood
Italian Porcelain Mermaid
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's Italian porcelain mermaid sculpture Measurements: Height: 14.5" Diameter: 4.5"
Porcelain
Abstract Maquette Sculpture Betty Younger
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1932 -2019 Younger was a teacher and artist known for large scale abstract sculptures. This piece was acquired from her estate several years ago in Bakersfield California. The base i...
Steel
A Composite Marble Bust Of David
Located in London, GB
A good scale and form composition marble bust of David mounted on a Black socle. David inscription to base. Very probably by Anthony Redmile London.
Composition
Bronze Etruscan Horse with Rider Sculpture on Marble Base, Greece Vintage, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This is a bronze sculpture, in the style of the antique statues and figures of the Etruscans is a gorgeous interior furnishing item. it is an incredibly stylized Etruscan horse with ...
Metal
$15,000
Magnificent Large Vanadinite
Located in London, GB
An exceptional large specimen of vanadinite from Morocco, covered entirely with brilliant, deep red crystals of varying sizes. The crystals are densely packed together, forming a con...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Quartz
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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