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Joseph Charles Marin
Joseph Charles Marin

Joseph Charles Marin

By Joseph Charles Marin

Located in New York, NY

Cupid Holding a Bow by French Sculptor Joseph-Charles Marin (1759-1834) White Marble, signed and dated 1784 Provenance: Carl Singer, from the Estate of Charles Hitchcock Tyler, Beverly MA...

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Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Antique Busts

Materials

Marble

Grand Tour Bronze Bust of a Roman Emperor
Grand Tour Bronze Bust of a Roman Emperor

Grand Tour Bronze Bust of a Roman Emperor

Located in Bradenton, FL

Grand Tour Bronze Portrait Bust of a Roman Emperor. Bust features a bronze draped male figure with his toga secured at each shoulder with folds crisply defined and cascading naturall...

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20th Century Italian Greco Roman Busts

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Hand-Crafted Terra Cotta Bust of a Young Man, American Classical, 1991
Hand-Crafted Terra Cotta Bust of a Young Man, American Classical, 1991

Hand-Crafted Terra Cotta Bust of a Young Man, American Classical, 1991

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Intriguing bust of a young man made of rustic unglazed terra-cotta great eyes expression, looking forward. Beautiful object of art for display.

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20th Century American American Classical Busts

Materials

Terracotta

Rebecca at the Well Marble Bust Sculpture Statue After Antonio Piazza 27"
Rebecca at the Well Marble Bust Sculpture Statue After Antonio Piazza 27"

Rebecca at the Well Marble Bust Sculpture Statue After Antonio Piazza 27"

By Antonio Piazza

Located in Dayton, OH

An impressive marble bust of "Rebecca at the Well" after Antonio Piazza (Italian 1875-1925). The sculpture is executed in a beautiful beige marble showcasing Rebekah with her arms ...

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Late 20th Century Renaissance Busts

Materials

Marble

Early 19th Century Mounted Terracotta Bodhisattva
Early 19th Century Mounted Terracotta Bodhisattva

Early 19th Century Mounted Terracotta Bodhisattva

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An early 19th century, cast terracotta sculpture of a bodhisattva mounted later on a laminated wood base.

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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Busts

Materials

Terracotta, Wood

French Bronze Bust of Honoré de Balzac, by David Dangers, Dated 1844
French Bronze Bust of Honoré de Balzac, by David Dangers, Dated 1844

French Bronze Bust of Honoré de Balzac, by David Dangers, Dated 1844

Located in New York, NY

Honoré de Balzac (1799–1850) was a major French novelist and a founder of literary realism. He is best known for La Comédie humaine, a vast series of interconnected novels and storie...

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1840s French Antique Busts

Materials

Bronze

pair of Italian 18th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara and Gris St. Anne busts
pair of Italian 18th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara and Gris St. Anne busts

pair of Italian 18th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara and Gris St. Anne busts

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant pair of Italian 18th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara and Gris St. Anne marble busts. These finely detailed Roman busts are of a young boy and girl, possibly brother an...

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18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Busts

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

Bronze Reduction Bust of Molière by F. Barbedienne, after Caffieri
Bronze Reduction Bust of Molière by F. Barbedienne, after Caffieri

Bronze Reduction Bust of Molière by F. Barbedienne, after Caffieri

By Jacques Caffieri, F. Barbedienne Foundry

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Bronze Reduction Bust of Molière by F. Barbedienne, after Caffieri, circa 1870s Measurements: 5.25" high x 3.25" wide x 2.25" deep Base: 2" square white marble Description A finely...

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Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique Busts

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Bryant Barker Signed Patinated Bronze Bust Entitled "Alicia" Maddox Dupont
Bryant Barker Signed Patinated Bronze Bust Entitled "Alicia" Maddox Dupont

Bryant Barker Signed Patinated Bronze Bust Entitled "Alicia" Maddox Dupont

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This extremely well executed antique bronze bust was done by world renowned sculptor Percy Bryant Barker of the United States and dates to 1922 and done in the period Art Deco style. The bust is composed of cast bronze with a 'verdigris' patination, and is a lifelike rendering of his subject "Alicia". The sculpture has an inscription on the back that reads "Modeled from life of her 20th Yr. at London 1922" and "Bryant Barker signed in script. We believe the subject to be Alicia Maddox duPont, daughter of Alfred duPont...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Busts

Materials

Bronze

Fine Carved Wooden Woman Bust Sculpture, Jamaica 1960s
Fine Carved Wooden Woman Bust Sculpture, Jamaica 1960s

Fine Carved Wooden Woman Bust Sculpture, Jamaica 1960s

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage fine bust depicts a beautiful young woman, hand carved in solid fruitwood. The woman is depicted with her eyes slightly downcast, as if she's looking at something at her fee...

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Mid-20th Century Jamaican Organic Modern Busts

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

Hand-Carved Solid Ebony Sculptural Bust Bookends, African Modernist, Circa 1970s
Hand-Carved Solid Ebony Sculptural Bust Bookends, African Modernist, Circa 1970s

Hand-Carved Solid Ebony Sculptural Bust Bookends, African Modernist, Circa 1970s

Located in San Carlos, CA

A striking pair of hand-carved solid ebony sculptural bookends depicting stylized male and female busts, executed in a refined African Modernist manner, circa 1970s. Carved from sin...

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1970s Tribal Vintage Busts

Materials

Ebony

Sculpture Napoleon, Bust in Carrara marble, sculpture in marble
Sculpture Napoleon, Bust in Carrara marble, sculpture in marble

Sculpture Napoleon, Bust in Carrara marble, sculpture in marble

Located in Rome, IT

Sculpture, Napoleon in white marble,Bust in Carrara marble, sculpture, Napoleone in marmo bianco

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20th Century Unknown Busts

Materials

Marble

Vintage African Carved Bust's or Bookends Girl & Boy in Ebony, 1970s
Vintage African Carved Bust's or Bookends Girl & Boy in Ebony, 1970s

Vintage African Carved Bust's or Bookends Girl & Boy in Ebony, 1970s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A set of vintage African Busts; boy and girl, possibly Nigerian/Lagos. Hand-carved from Ebony wood. Very decorative with a strong 'dark' and stylish presence. Due to their weight the...

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1970s African Modern Vintage Busts

Materials

Ebony

Italian Male Bust Sculptures Grand Tour
Italian Male Bust Sculptures Grand Tour

Italian Male Bust Sculptures Grand Tour

By A. Santini

Located in New York, NY

A set of three (3) Italian male sculpture busts by R. Santini, in the classical Roman or Grand Tour design style, circa mid-20th century, Italy. This set of busts could be used for a library, office, etc., on a shelf, table, etc. Marked on bottom as shown in images. Dimensions L to R: Nerone: 4.63" Width x 6" Height Augusto: 4.13" Width x 5.75" Height Traiano: 4.63" Width x 6.19" Height Italian table, search ref. #: LU1314231162942 (SOLD.) For Corinthian capitol columns...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Busts

Materials

Composition

Torso of Venus, 137 cm
Torso of Venus, 137 cm

Torso of Venus, 137 cm

Located in Rome, IT

Large Torso of Venus in white Carrara marble, 137 cm high. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION ABOUT THE LOT, AND A SHIPPING QUOTE CAN BE REQUESTED BY SENDING AN EMAIL TO

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Late 20th Century Italian Busts

Materials

Marble

Bronze Mother and Child by Faure De Brousse
Bronze Mother and Child by Faure De Brousse

Bronze Mother and Child by Faure De Brousse

By Vincent Désiré Fauré de Broussé

Located in London, GB

This beautiful sculpture of a mother and child was created in circa 1900 by the French sculptor, Vincent Desire Faure de Brousse. Faure de Brousse was...

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Early 20th Century French Renaissance Busts

Materials

Bronze

Pre-Colombian Stone Bust
Pre-Colombian Stone Bust

Pre-Colombian Stone Bust

Located in Queens, NY

Pre-Colombian style stone bust on black lacquered wood base (20th Cent)

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20th Century Unknown Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Statuettes
Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Statuettes

Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Statuettes

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fine pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated bronze, ormolu and Gris St. Anne marble statuettes of Nicolas Catinat and the Count of Tour...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Busts

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Bronze Ebony Framed Plaque Portrait of Actor Sir Henry Irving 1838-1905
Antique Bronze Ebony Framed Plaque Portrait of Actor Sir Henry Irving 1838-1905

Antique Bronze Ebony Framed Plaque Portrait of Actor Sir Henry Irving 1838-1905

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Stunning Example of a Neoclassical Bronze Portrait Plaque, superbly cast in high relief, complete with its original polished ebony frame surround. Depicting a stunning portrait view ...

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19th Century English Grand Tour Antique Busts

Materials

Bronze

The Dreamer by Laolu - head Sculpture. Limited Edition
The Dreamer by Laolu - head Sculpture. Limited Edition

The Dreamer by Laolu - head Sculpture. Limited Edition

By Lladro

Located in New York City, NY

Porcelain sculpture made in collaboration with the Nigerian artist Laolu. A conceptual creation with the personal stamp of a committed artist. This porcelain sculpture decorated with...

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Busts

Materials

Porcelain

Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. marble, Ormolu, and bronze statue
Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. marble, Ormolu, and bronze statue

Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. marble, Ormolu, and bronze statue

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A handsome and finely detailed Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. black Belgian marble, Ormolu, and patinated Bronze statue of Ajax the Great. This wonderful bust of Ajax the Gre...

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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Busts

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Mid-Century Italian Neo-Classical Siena & Carrara Marble Bust Of A Young Woman
Mid-Century Italian Neo-Classical Siena & Carrara Marble Bust Of A Young Woman

Mid-Century Italian Neo-Classical Siena & Carrara Marble Bust Of A Young Woman

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a mid-century Italian carved marble bust of a young woman. The bust is carved in two contrasting marbles. The head appears to be a white Carrara, and the bodice is a veined S...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Busts

Materials

Carrara Marble, Siena Marble

Art Deco Original French Shop Mannequin, Circa 1930's
Art Deco Original French Shop Mannequin, Circa 1930's

Art Deco Original French Shop Mannequin, Circa 1930's

Located in Devon, England

Fabulous 1930's Art Deco female shop mannequin. Sourced just outside of Paris, France this month and in good vintage condition with the usual bumps and bruises one would expect but no serious damage. She's very much in the style of Siegel or Stockman mannequins...

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Busts

Materials

Plaster

Amazing MARCO AURELIO TERRACOTTA BUST 21th Century
Amazing MARCO AURELIO TERRACOTTA BUST 21th Century

Amazing MARCO AURELIO TERRACOTTA BUST 21th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Amazing MARCO AURELIO TERRACOTTA BUST 21th Century Marcus Aurelius (Rome 121– Vindobona 180), Roman emperor, philosopher and writer. Patinated terracotta of our production. Cast mad...

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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Busts

Materials

Terracotta

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze Bust "Miarka" by Emmanuel Villanis
Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze Bust "Miarka" by Emmanuel Villanis

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze Bust "Miarka" by Emmanuel Villanis

By Emmanuel Villanis

Located in London, GB

"Miarka" by Emmanuel Villanis £2,350 Payments over 3, 6, or 12 months with Learn more ADD TO BASKET Buy with More payment options Attractive late 19th Century French Art Nouveau bronze bust of a young beauty wearing a head scarf decorated with medallions, exhibiting good hand finished surface detail and rich brown and ochre patina, raised on integral base with raised title, signed E Villanis. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height: 21 cm Width: 14 cm Depth: 8 cm Condition: Excellent Original Condition Circa: 1890 Materials: Bronze Book Ref: Emmanuel Villanis by J Hortulanus-de Mik Page No: 16 SKU: 9605 ABOUT Villanis Miarka Emmanuel Villanis (1858–1914) was an Italian-born sculptor who became one of the most distinctive figures of late 19th-century French decorative sculpture. Born in Lille to Italian parents, he trained in Italy before moving to Paris, where he established his career during the Belle Époque. Villanis specialised in elegant busts of idealised female figures, often depicting allegorical or poetic subjects such as La Bohémienne, Salomé, or Cléo de Mérode. His work is characterised by refined modelling, expressive faces, and flowing, often highly stylised hair and drapery, reflecting both Art Nouveau influences and a strong sense of theatricality. He exhibited regularly at the Paris Salon from the 1880s onward, gaining recognition for his graceful compositions and accessible appeal. Many of his sculptures were cast in bronze by leading foundries and produced in editions, making them popular among collectors of the period. Today, Villanis’ bronzes...

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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Busts

Materials

Bronze

Gaius Julius Caesar - Caricature Head in Hand-Carved Oak, 1970s
Gaius Julius Caesar - Caricature Head in Hand-Carved Oak, 1970s

Gaius Julius Caesar - Caricature Head in Hand-Carved Oak, 1970s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Well it does not look much like what we know about the Roman Emperor Gajus Julius Caesar's facial appearance. But given the inscription to its back Julius - 44 (Caesar died in 44 bef...

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20th Century Danish Modern Busts

Materials

Oak

Antique French Victorian  Hand Crafted Hat Or Wig Stand - Real Hair
Antique French Victorian  Hand Crafted Hat Or Wig Stand - Real Hair

Antique French Victorian Hand Crafted Hat Or Wig Stand - Real Hair

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is an antique hand crafted French hatstand or wig stand. It has a lovely painted face and real hair twisted in side buns with a felt hat. It is in very good antique condition.

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Early 20th Century French Victorian Busts

Materials

Felt, Wood

Paolo Di Ferdinando Triscornia
Paolo Di Ferdinando Triscornia

Paolo Di Ferdinando Triscornia

By Paolo di Ferdinando Triscornia

Located in New York, NY

La Chasseresse Indienne, The Indian Huntress by Paolo Di Ferdinando Triscornia (Italian, 1856-1936) , after Charles Cumberworth white marble, signed Paolo Triscornia / F H 34 in. (8...

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Late 19th Century Italian Beaux Arts Antique Busts

Materials

Marble

John de Vaere Statuary Marble Busts
John de Vaere Statuary Marble Busts

John de Vaere Statuary Marble Busts

Located in London, GB

A fine pair of George III statuary marble busts of a boy and a girl by John de Vaere (1755 – 1830), 1798. Signed J DE-VAERE Sculpr. 1798. Considering what a sensitive and accomplished sculptor he was, surprisingly little is known about John de Vaere. Born in France in 1755, he settled in England some time before 1786 when he enrolled as a student at the Royal Academy Schools. In 1787 he left to study in Rome, with the financial assistance of Josiah Wedgwood. In Rome he won a Silver Medal for Sculpture from the Pope and became an assistant to John Flaxman. On his return to England in 1790, he worked as a modeler for Wedgwood until the latter’s death in 1795, after which he worked with Eleanor Coade, probably replacing John Bacon...

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Late 18th Century Antique Busts

Materials

Statuary Marble

Theodor Herzl Viennese Bronze Bust
Theodor Herzl Viennese Bronze Bust

Theodor Herzl Viennese Bronze Bust

Located in New York, NY

This is a Viennese bronze bust of Theodor Herzl, the founder of modern Zionism, known for his visionary leadership and profound impact on Jewish history. The bust captures Herzl’s di...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Bust of a Woman Wearing a Diadem
Bust of a Woman Wearing a Diadem

Bust of a Woman Wearing a Diadem

Located in London, GB

Italian, early 18th century A bust of a woman wearing a Diadem Statuary marble Measure: 31 in. (79cm) high.

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18th Century Antique Busts

Materials

Statuary Marble

Pair of large Venetian lions, 85 cm
Pair of large Venetian lions, 85 cm

Pair of large Venetian lions, 85 cm

Located in Rome, IT

A pair of large Lions of Venice in white marble, 21st century. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION ABOUT THE LOT, AND A SHIPPING QUOTE CAN BE REQUESTED BY SENDING AN EMAIL TO

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Busts

Materials

Marble

Hand Carved Bone Bust of Nefertiti on Wood Base
Hand Carved Bone Bust of Nefertiti on Wood Base

Hand Carved Bone Bust of Nefertiti on Wood Base

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Wonderful Carved Nefertiti Head on Base. The piece is carved bone and finely detailed. A compliment to many spaces - on a shelf, or as a paper weig...

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20th Century Asian Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Bone, Wood

Vintage 20th Century Terracotta Girl Bust France 1920s JP.MD marked
Vintage 20th Century Terracotta Girl Bust France 1920s JP.MD marked

Vintage 20th Century Terracotta Girl Bust France 1920s JP.MD marked

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This is an impressive bust made of Plaster and colored like seen in pictures. This beautiful sculpture is hand formed, 20th century. Signed by Artist but can not identify the maker. ...

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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Busts

Materials

Plaster

Vintage Italian Florentine Hand-Carved Giltwood Cherub Putto Wall Plaque
Vintage Italian Florentine Hand-Carved Giltwood Cherub Putto Wall Plaque

Vintage Italian Florentine Hand-Carved Giltwood Cherub Putto Wall Plaque

Located in Honolulu, HI

An exceptional mid-20th-century Italian Florentine wall plaque depicting a winged cherub (putto), beautifully hand-carved from solid wood and finished in traditional gilt leaf. Craf...

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1930s Italian Baroque Vintage Busts

Materials

Harewood

19th Century Grand Tour Verdigris Bronze Bust of Dante Alighieri / Marble Plinth
19th Century Grand Tour Verdigris Bronze Bust of Dante Alighieri / Marble Plinth

19th Century Grand Tour Verdigris Bronze Bust of Dante Alighieri / Marble Plinth

Located in Germantown, MD

A 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Verdigris Bronze Bust of 14th Century Italian Poet Dante Alighieri on Marble Plinth. Measures 18" in width, 7.5" in depth and 13" in height.

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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Busts

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Bust attb. to Nguyen Thanh Le
Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Bust attb. to Nguyen Thanh Le

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Bust attb. to Nguyen Thanh Le

By Nguyen Thanh Chuong

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage bust or sculpture features female head in unlacquered bronze, screw mounted on black patinated or ebonized wooden plinth. The sculpture is unmarked and is missing the paper s...

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20th Century Vietnamese Art Deco Busts

Materials

Bronze

Italian 19th Century White Carrara Marble Bust of a Young August of Prima Porta
Italian 19th Century White Carrara Marble Bust of a Young August of Prima Porta

Italian 19th Century White Carrara Marble Bust of a Young August of Prima Porta

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A handsome and finely detailed Italian 19th century white Carrara marble bust of a young August of Prima Porta. The bust of Augustus, also known as Julius Caesar, is raised by a mott...

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19th Century Italian Antique Busts

Materials

Carrara Marble

St Jerome Sculpture, Italian, c.1640–1660
St Jerome Sculpture, Italian, c.1640–1660

St Jerome Sculpture, Italian, c.1640–1660

Located in London, GB

St Jerome Italian, c.1640–1660 A finely carved limewood figure of St Jerome, retaining its original polychrome decoration and dating from the mid-seventeenth century. Depicted as the...

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1640s Italian Antique Busts

Materials

Wood

Antique Alabaster Bust Figure Wearing Bonnet Classical Scene French Italian 19Ct
Antique Alabaster Bust Figure Wearing Bonnet Classical Scene French Italian 19Ct

Antique Alabaster Bust Figure Wearing Bonnet Classical Scene French Italian 19Ct

Located in Dublin, Ireland

An exceptionally fine quality highly detailed carved Alabaster portrait figure sculpture bust of an elegant lady wearing a bonnet. Last quarter of the Nineteenth century, possibly of...

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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Busts

Materials

Alabaster, Marble

Sculpture in the Taste of Antiquity, Black Patina, Black Marble Effect.
Sculpture in the Taste of Antiquity, Black Patina, Black Marble Effect.

Sculpture in the Taste of Antiquity, Black Patina, Black Marble Effect.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Sculpture in the Taste of Antiquity, black patina, magnificent patina, black marble effect. Small-scale model of our beautiful sculpture in the Taste of Antiquity. This bust represe...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Busts

Materials

Resin

European Marble Bust of a Young Girl
European Marble Bust of a Young Girl

European Marble Bust of a Young Girl

Located in Bradenton, FL

19th century Marble Bust Of A Young Girl in a graceful pose. The bust embodies the neoclassical ideals of the era, capturing the both youthful beautiful and refined elegance. The sol...

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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Busts

Materials

Marble

Bust of Sir Walter Scott
Bust of Sir Walter Scott

Bust of Sir Walter Scott

Located in London, GB

Workshop of Sir Francis Chantrey (1781-1841) A bust of Sir Walter Scott (1771-1832) Statuary marble Measures: 30in. (76cm) high.

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19th Century Antique Busts

Materials

Statuary Marble

Antique Figurative Sculpture, Vintage Decorative Object, Hand Carved Unique Bust
Antique Figurative Sculpture, Vintage Decorative Object, Hand Carved Unique Bust

Antique Figurative Sculpture, Vintage Decorative Object, Hand Carved Unique Bust

Located in Wembley, GB

Hand-Carved African Soapstone Bust Sculpture, 15 cm This striking hand-carved African soapstone bust is a fine example of traditional African tribal-inspired artistry. Expertly sculpted from a single piece of natural dark soapstone, the figure features an elongated head, expressive facial features, and a finely detailed beard, showcasing the skill and craftsmanship of the artisan. The polished black stone surface contrasts beautifully with the textured carved hair, creating a distinctive and visually captivating decorative object. Measuring 15 cm in height, this compact sculpture is ideal for display on a desk, bookshelf, mantelpiece, or within a curated collection of ethnographic art. The natural variations in the stone add character and uniqueness, ensuring that no two pieces are exactly alike. Perfect for collectors of African art, tribal sculptures, folk art, and handcrafted stone carvings, this decorative bust brings cultural richness and timeless elegance to both contemporary and traditional interiors. Details: * Material: Natural hand-carved soapstone * Origin: African, likely Zimbabwean * Height: 15 cm (5.9 inches) * Colour: Black with natural stone variations * Style: Tribal / Ethnographic / Folk Art * Condition: Vintage condition with age-related wear and natural stone characteristics African soapstone sculpture...

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1950s Zimbabwean Tribal Vintage Busts

Materials

Cast Stone, Soapstone, Other

Early 20th-century Female Bronze Bust on Stand
Early 20th-century Female Bronze Bust on Stand

Early 20th-century Female Bronze Bust on Stand

Located in San Francisco, CA

She’s certainly no beauty, possibly in her 30s, but there’s a strength and clarity about this woman. She does her long hair into a complex chignon, a practical style in those years p...

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Early 20th Century American American Classical Busts

Materials

Bronze

Shop Mid-Century Modern Busts, Neoclassical Busts and More

The presence of vintage and antique bust sculptures can add a necessary decorative layer to any interior. And just because a statue looks classical doesn't mean it has to be conventional.

A touch of whimsy, a dose of drama — a single bust can alter a room. And when placed in just the right spot, these statues can almost feel alive.

“They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give,” says Los Angeles designer Timothy Corrigan, who loves pieces that beg to be touched. For a welcoming entry hall project in California, Corrigan selected an antique Persian rug and a bust that invites you to touch it. A collection of sculptures in wood, marble and brass complement the star of the show.

For Consort cofounder and creative director Mat Sanders, a bust doesn’t have to be pretty. “I most enjoy busts that are a little busted,” Sanders jokes — but choose something with a soul you can live with, as “sculpture representative of the human form carries with it an energy you will add to the space.”

The antique and vintage bust sculptures for sale on 1stDibs include Art Deco busts, mid-century modern busts and more.