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Busts For Sale
Vintage Classical Plaster Male Bust of Hermes Sculpture
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous cast plaster Neoclassical Grand Tour style male head bust of Hermes sculpture
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 8"W x 5"D x 13.25"H.
Good original vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Plaster
Emile Louis Picault (Fr. 1833-1915) Bust Of Italian Painter Salvator Rosa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Bronze bust of Salvator Rosa, an Italian Baroque painter, poet and printmaker, known for romanticized landscapes and historical paintings.
The well cast bronze bust with a fine deep ...
Category
20th Century French Baroque Busts
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Patinated Antique Art Nouveau "Shy Girl" Bronze by Georges Van der Straeten
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous art nouveau "Shy Girl" bronze by Georges Van der Straeten for Société des Bronzes de Paris, circa 1900s. The bust has wonderful detail and is in very good vintage condition ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Busts
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Mid-Century African Woman Statue, 1950s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Mid-century ceramic African woman statue, Germany, 1950s. Measures: Height : 29cm - 11.4 in. ; Width : 14.5cm - 5.7 in. ; Depth : 14.5cm - 5.7 in. Some very slight surface traces of ...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Busts
Materials
Brass
White Marble Bust Of An Italian Peasant Woman By J.Hutchison
By John Hutchinson
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a White Marble Bust of an Italian Young Woman by John Hutchison. It depicts a 19th century Italian peasant with her distinguishing costume. She has an expressive and large pair of eyes and a Roman nose. Her wavy hair is braided at each side and adorned with a head kerchief or fazzoletto with a tassel. She is embellished by a pair of drop earrings and a two strands necklace most likely made of Coral that was typical of that time. She is wearing a pleated shirt with embroidered flowers border. The bust is supported by a very small white marble column pedestal. It is also hallmarked J.Hutchison Rome, 1863 at the back. J.Hutchison (1832- 1910) was a Scottish sculptor who studied in Rome and later on returned to Edinburgh. He was an outstanding artist who received commissions from Queen Victoria. He did the Sir Walter Scott bust...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Busts
Materials
Marble
Christian Paix Resin Sculpture, circa 1990
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Sculpture made by French artist Christian Paix.
Manufactured in Resin, circa 1990.
Signed on the sculpture with the mold.
In original condition with minor wear consistent of age...
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Resin
20th Century Art Deco Bronze Bust by Danish Sculptor Sofus J. Nervil
Located in Valby, 84
Rare and possibly unique bronze bust crafted in 1925 by renowned Danish sculptor and author Sofus J. Nervil (1874-1941). This piece exemplifies the elegance of Danish Art Deco, refle...
Category
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Busts
Materials
Bronze
Cabinet-Sized 'Farfalla' Gilt Bronze Bust of a Woman after Emmanuel Villanis
By Emmanuel Villdnis
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine cabinet-sized bronze bust of a beauty.
After Emmanuel Villanis, French (1858 - 1914).
Entitled 'Farfalla'
Depicting a beautiful woman with raised hair, bare shoulders, and...
Category
Early 20th Century Busts
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Classical Plaster Male Bust of Hermes Sculpture
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous cast plaster Neoclassical Grand Tour style male head bust of Hermes sculpture
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 8"W x 5"D x 13.25"H.
Good original vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Plaster
Ancient Egyptian ‘Magical Statue’ Solid Granite Bust Sculpture, 20th Century
Located in Southall, GB
The ancient Egyptian magical statue, a solid granite bust from the 20th century, features intricate hydrographic elements that enhance its significance. Hydrography in this context r...
Category
20th Century English Busts
Materials
Granite
Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Arlequin Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus
Located in BILBAO, ES
Dancer by Demétre Chiparus 1886 - 1947
Large chrysoelephantine sculpture in gilt bronze Marble base.
Signed "D. H. Chiparus".
Measures: 36 cms. with base and 28cm alt. total and 19 c...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Busts
Materials
Bronze
Angel Botello Sculpture "Denise", circa 1981, Spain
Located in Girona, Spain
Angel Botello sculpture "Denise".
Made with bronze.
Very decorative.
Signed and numbered 6/6.
Certificate.
Circa 1970, Spain
Angle Botello was born in 1913 in the small town of...
Category
1980s Spanish Modern Vintage Busts
Materials
Bronze
Black Hermes Bust, 'Side Museum'
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Hermes is the messenger god in Greek mythology. He is the quickest and most clever of the gods. The original is displayed in the Side Museum.
Measure: height: 11.8'' / Weight: 2 k...
Category
2010s Turkish Classical Greek Busts
Materials
Statuary Marble
Large life-size Plato Bust Sculpture, 20th century
Located in Southall, GB
This magnificent life-size bust of Plato, the ancient Greek philosopher, captures the intellectual gravitas and wisdom of one of history’s greatest thinkers. Sculpted with meticulous...
Category
20th Century English Busts
Materials
Marble
Black David Bust Museum Replica Cultured Marble 'Florence Accademia G.' 12.3"
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Height: 12.3" (31 cm) / Weight: 4 kg
-Produced from cultured marble.
-Produced from the original molds of the works from the museum. (Museum Replica)
-Can be used indoors and outdoo...
Category
2010s Turkish Classical Greek Busts
Materials
Statuary Marble
Antique Carrara Marble Portrait Bust by Auguste Moreau, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is beautiful antique French marble shoulder length bust of a beautiful maiden, signed Auguste Moreau, circa 1890 in date.
The face and body has been sensitively modelled in Carrara marble with her head tilted to the right, her loose hair falling on her bare shoulders.
There is no mistaking its unique design and superb quality, which is certain to attract attention and make it a talking point in any room of your home.
Condition:
In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 53 x Width 33 x Depth 23
Dimensions in inches:
Height 20.9 x Width 13.0 x Depth 9.1
Louis Auguste Moreau, 1855-1919,
was a French sculptor best known for his bronze-cast figurines. His allegorical Art Nouveau works often depicted women, children, cherubs, and historical figures adorned with floral motifs and ornaments, and were influential to other artists working at the time. Born in Dijon, France in 1855 to a celebrated family of sculptors, including his father Auguste Moreau, he went on to regularly exhibit his work at the Paris Salon from 1861 on. The artist died in 1919 in France.
Carrara marble - is a type of white or blue-grey marble popular for use in sculpture and building decor. It is quarried at the city of Carrara in the province of Massa-Carrara (Tuscany, Italy).
Carrara marble has been used since the time of Ancient Rome; the Pantheon and Trajan's Column in Rome are constructed of it. Many sculptures of the Renaissance, such as Michelangelo's David, were carved from Carrara marble. For Michelangelo at least, Carrara marble was valued above all other stone, except perhaps that of his own quarry in Pietrasanta. The Marble Arch in London and the Duomo di Siena are also made from this stone, as are the interiors of Manila Cathedral, the cold-white marbles of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque and the campus of Harvard Medical...
Category
1890s French Antique Busts
Materials
Marble
Circa 1880 Antique French Bronze Sculpture Bust by Eugene Aizelin
Located in Shippensburg, PA
EUGENE AIZELIN
French, 1821-1902
Bust of a Young Woman (1864)
Patinated bronze raised on an original turned rouge marble base over brass rim signed on shoulder "Eug. Aizelin 1864"...
Category
19th Century French Romantic Antique Busts
Materials
Marble, Brass, Bronze
1991 Male Torso Sculpture Sergey Eylanbekov Alva Studios
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1991 Plaster Male Torso Sculpture Sergey Eylanbekov
Plaster Sculpture by Russian sculptor Sergey Eylanbekov for ALVA studios.
15.25 h x 8.75 w x 4.38 d
Signed on verso. No COA is av...
Category
1990s European Modern Busts
Materials
Plaster
African Woman Bust Hand-Carved Ebony Wooden Sculpture
Located in Plainview, NY
An African woman bust sculpture, meticulously hand-carved from the lustrous depths of ebony wood. This masterful creation pays homage to the rich heritage of African craftsmanship.
The sculpture delicately unveils the intricate details of African women's accessories, each element a story etched in wood. Her elegance extends to the ornate adornments that frame her face—an ensemble of a triangle-shaped rhinestone and oversized earrings . A multi-layered necklace graces her neck, cascading down in layers that echo the timeless traditions of African jewelry...
Category
20th Century African Tribal Busts
Materials
Wood, Ebony
René Herbst, Bauhaus lucite mannequin, Siegel 1930s
Located in Firenze, IT
Rare Bauhaus bust mannequin designed by modernist master René Herbst (1891 - 1982)
Siegel, Paris France 1930s
Lacquered aluminum, plexiglass
This rare version of Herbst's bauhaus ...
Category
1930s French Bauhaus Vintage Busts
Materials
Metal
Hand-Carved Marble & Onyx Bust of Marcus Aurelius on Base
Located in Marbella, ES
Hand-Carved Marble & Onyx Bust of Marcus Aurelius on Base
Category
Late 20th Century European Busts
Materials
Marble
The Virgin Mary Bust, 'Virgin Mary House' Replica Compressed Marble Powder No:2
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
This sculpture depicts the Virgin Mary, who is known as the mother of Jesus in Christian mythology. Weighing 1.5 kg, this sculpture is produced from pressed marble powder and made us...
Category
2010s Turkish Folk Art Busts
Materials
Statuary Marble
A French Bronze Bust of a Classical Female
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A French bronze bust depicting a classical female of elegant form, crowned with a laurel wreath. The bust has a rich brown patina revealing golden undertones at the tips of the laure...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Busts
Materials
Bronze
Rene Mercier Unique Piece - Christmas Mother & Child Sculpture, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Hand-made unique piece. Beautiful French Art Deco mother & child statue by René MERCIER, France, 1920s. Wood. Hand carved.. Height : 16.1"(41cm), width : 9"(23cm), depth : 9.8"(25cm)...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Busts
Materials
Wood
Sculpture, Marble Bust of a Roman in the Taste of Antiquity.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture, sculpted marble bust of a Roman in the taste of Antiquity, 20th century.
Bust, carved marble sculpture of a Roman in the taste of Antiquity resting on a black granite bas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Busts
Materials
Granite, Marble
A Large Bronze Bust of Apollo, Mid 20th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Large Bronze Bust of Apollo, Mid 20th Century
Home decor, interior design and collectibles.
Provenance: Private Sydney Collection.
Dimension:
Height: 98cm
Width: 60cm
Depth: 35cm
Category
Mid-20th Century European Busts
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Gold Painted Bronze Figure "Phoenician Dancer" by Demetre Chiparus
Located in BILBAO, ES
Dancer by Demétre Chiparus 1886 - 1947
Large chrysoelephantine sculpture in gilt bronze Marble base.
Signed "D. H. Chiparus".
Measures: 52 cms. alt. total and 17 cms. diam. base
Good...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Busts
Materials
Bronze
Veiled Lady Bust - 20th Century Marble Sculpture
Located in Southall, GB
This 20th-century bust of the Veiled Lady is a stunning example of marble craftsmanship, capturing the delicate beauty of a woman draped in a translucent veil. The sculpture masterfully depicts the fine details of the fabric, creating the illusion of soft, flowing material over the figure’s serene face.
A testament to artistic skill, this piece combines realism and elegance, evoking a sense of mystery and grace. Perfect for art collectors and lovers of classical beauty, the Veiled Lady bust...
Category
20th Century European Busts
Materials
Marble
Pair of Grand Tour Marble Medallions of Roman Emperors
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A set of two Grand Tour marble oval medallions depicting the portraits of Roman emperors, reclaimed from an ex private British collection.
Dating to the 19th century, the detailed e...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Busts
Materials
Marble, Statuary Marble
Art Deco Period French Plaster Bust
Located in Austin, TX
Bust from the Art Deco period in France. This piece is made of plaster and features an antique bust design. It is in very nice vintage condition with only minor surface wear consiste...
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Busts
Materials
Plaster
Italian Statuary Marble Bust of Dante
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A well-modelled, mid 19th century statuary white marble bust of Dante Alighieri, famed late 13th to early 14th century Italian philosopher, writer and poet.
Originating from Italy, ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Busts
Materials
Marble, Statuary Marble
Bronze Greco Roman Style Bust of a Spartan Soldier on Black Wooden Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Greco Roman style bronze buste depicting a Spartan soldier on black wooden base. This Greco Roman style bronze bust, masterfully depicting a Spartan soldier, is a striking piece th...
Category
20th Century Greco Roman Busts
Materials
Bronze
Jo Mead Sculpture
By Jo Mead
Located in Winnetka, IL
A Jo Mead plaster lion's head painted sculpture mounted on a custom acrylic stand. Jo Mead (American, 1919-2000) found in an important lake forest, Illino...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Paint, Plaster
Zeus Bust Made with Compressed Marble Powder 'Ephesus Museum'
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Looking for a powerful and striking addition to your living space? Look no further than the Zeus bust from Lagu's special selection. Standing at 16.9 inches tall and weighing 30 kg, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Busts
Materials
Statuary Marble
Bust of Maiden in White Marble Italy Mid-19th Century
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
White marble sculpture depicting bust of maiden. Three-quarter face with downward gaze. Dark patina wood base.
Category
1850s Italian Other Antique Busts
Materials
Marble
Large Chinese Carved Sculpture of Shou Xing God of Wisdom and Longevity
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning Chinese sculpture of Shou Xing God of Wisdom and Longevity.
Richly carved in organic burl wood.
circa 1960s.
Measure: 45.5" High.
X.
Category
1960s Chinese Organic Modern Vintage Busts
Materials
Burl
Greek Goddess Wise Athena Bust Sculpture 'Bursa Museum' Replica, Cultured Marble
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Height: 24.4'' (62cm) / Weight: 39.7 lbs (18 kg)
Athena (Minerva) is known as the goddess of wisdom, peace and the arts in Greek mythology.
Athena (Minerva) is the goddess of intell...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Busts
Materials
Statuary Marble
Ancient Marble Portrait Bust of a Bearded Man possibly Lucius Verus
Located in London, GB
This impressive bust is depicted with head turned slightly to the right and gaze lifted. His eyes are articulated, with the pupils indicated with a drill, giving the face a striking realism. The shoulders are draped with a cloak. Straight brows sit beneath a mass of thickly curling hair, which continues to a full beard. It is worked with great skill, evident in the heavy drill work articulating and highlighting the voluminous curls, and the highly polished surfaces, giving the appearance of soft skin. The contrast between these textures gives a chiaroscuro affect which is one of the main traits of the best Antonine busts.
Roman marble portraits reached their apotheosis of craftmanship and technique under the Antonine emperors, as is evidenced in this masterful bust. The evolution of the style may be traced back to the emperor Hadrian, who was the first emperor to wear a full beard. The articulation of pupils and iris appears on busts of his lover Antinous, a novelty which continued in later Antonine portraits, such as this one. The features of this bust point to a possible identification of Emperor Lucius Verus...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Busts
Materials
Marble
Italian Marble Bust of Medusa
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Italian Marble Bust of Medusa in Carrara marble on a black Italian marble square base which looks like gray morocco. Antique pedestal is not part of the base. Striking piece, purcha...
Category
19th Century Italian Greco Roman Antique Busts
Materials
Carrara Marble
Antique Bronze Bust of a Smiling Child by Injalbert Foundry Mark Siot France 190
By Jean-Antoine Injalbert
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique bronze bust of a smiling child by Jean Antoine Injalbert. Foundry mark Siot Decauville Paris, Numbered. France 1900.
Bronze, patinated. Belgian red marble base.
Jean Anto...
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Busts
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Veiled Lady Statue Bust Sculpture, 20th century
Located in Southall, GB
This mesmerizing Veiled Lady statue captures the delicate beauty of a woman’s face softly draped in a translucent veil, showcasing incredible skill in car...
Category
20th Century English Busts
Materials
Marble
Striking Antique Austrian Bronze Bust of Christ Crowned w. Thorns by F. Seifert.
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and antique bronze and hard stone(base) sculpture of our Lord Jesus by Franz Seifert, Wien.
This breathtaking religious bronze bust sculpture by Austrian master Franz Seifert...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Arts and Crafts Busts
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Beautiful plaster bust of the famous Swedish scientist Carl von Linne.
Located in Knivsta, SE
Beautiful plaster bust of the famous Swedish scientist Carl von Linne (1707-1778). The bust was made in the early 20th Century.
Carl von Linne was a Swedish biologist and physician ...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Busts
Materials
Plaster
19th Century Italian Alabaster Bust
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Italian alabaster bust.
Well sculpted antique Italian alabaster or marble bust of a classical female mounted on a plinth. This is a beautifully detailed antique alabaster bust...
Category
1860s Italian Classical Roman Antique Busts
Materials
Alabaster
Antique Bust of Dante Alighieri
Located in New York, NY
A late 19th Century Italian bronze bust of the poet Dante.
Measurements:
Length: 19.5"
Depth: 10"
Height: 15.5"
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Busts
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Figural Group on Marble, c1930s
Located in Devon, England
Magnificent Art Deco "Diana Huntress" figural group in spelter possibly by Molins or Ballesté. Features a female archer with a dog. All rests on a solid ...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Busts
Materials
Marble, Spelter
Margaret Foley (American, 1827-1877) Marble Bust "Head of Prophet Zephaniah"
Located in New York, NY
Margaret Foley (American, 1827-1877) Marble Bust "Head of Prophet Zephaniah"
A rare and important marble bust head relief portrait on The Prophet Zepha...
Category
19th Century Italian American Empire Antique Busts
Materials
Marble
Antique Early 1900s Majestic Hand Carved Oak Display Sculpture Stand / Pedestal
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning classical style display column with a wonderful and warm patina.
This marvelous piece of early 20th century workmanship is another fine example of the quality that was made in those days. All handcrafted out of oak and beautifully patinated from top to bottom this antique stand is a real eyecatcher and over the many decades the patina has only made this antique more attractive. This highly stylish, strong and very stable stand will easily take one of your heavier sculptures as well. The combination of the circular, heavy stem with its classical carvings and cannelures and the square base and table top make this stylish antique an absolute joy to own and look at. Apart from a few minor imperfections, this antique display stand...
Category
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Busts
Materials
Wood, Oak
19th Century French Antique Metal Sculpture, The Noble Man by L. Hollot
By L. Hollot
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique statuary by L. Hollot French Sculpturor ( 1836 – 1897 ) representing a standing noble man with umbrella, in good condition. Created of Zamak with a very detailed craftsmenship and details. The sculpture is positioned onto a hand carved limestone pedestal...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Busts
Materials
Limestone, Metal
Art Deco Plaster Buste of a Young Pierrot Boy - Giuseppe Carli
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
An Art Deco terracotta sculpture depicts a young boy as a Pierrot. Beautiful patina. In a good and original condition. Made in Belgium, circa 1920-1930. By the Italian sculptor Giuse...
Category
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Busts
Materials
Plaster
Grand Tour Bronze Bust of Ajax
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
A fine quality 19th Century Grand Tour bronze of Ajax or Menelaus (King of Sparta). With head turned to dexter and mounted on a square socle. In excellent burnished patina and gilt b...
Category
1840s Italian Grand Tour Antique Busts
Materials
Bronze
Batman, Natural Height Sculpture in Black Marble
Located in Tivoli Terme, Roma
The sculpture was made from a single block of black marble, natural height sculpture, one of a kind piece.
It is a unique piece for collectors.
Dimensions of the sculpture: cm 170 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Busts
Materials
Marble
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.
Category
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Busts
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Omaggio ad Arcimboldo (Opus 167) by Miguel Berrocal
Located in Uccle, BE
Omaggio ad Arcimboldo (Homage to Arcimboldo) – Opus 167 by Miguel Berrocal.
Patinated bronze sculpture made up of 30 interlocking elements.
From a limited edition of 1000 copies in b...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Bronze
Bronze Sculpture "Female & Male nude" by Hubert Yencesse
By Hubert Yencesse
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Female Nude"
Bronze sculpture with brown- green patina. Old edition Fonte performed by Alexis Rudier. Signed Hubert Yencesse. Foundry’s mark Alexis R...
Category
20th Century French Busts
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Plaster Bust Sculpture by Miquel Blay, Spain, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Vintage Plaster Bust Sculpture by Miquel Blay, Spain, circa 1930 – Original Condition
Behold the captivating allure of this vintage plaster bust sculpture, attributed to the renowne...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Plaster
1900s Art Nouveau Sicilian Terracotta Head of a Young Woman
Located in Catania, Sicilia
This Terracotta Head of a Young Woman on a new iron base is a striking piece of sculptural art, blending the organic forms and stylized motifs characteristic of the Art Nouveau movem...
Category
Early 20th Century Sicilian Art Nouveau Busts
Materials
Terracotta
20th Century Bronze Bust of Dante
Located in Bagshot, GB
An interesting Bust of the poet Dante, the bust has been made in plaster but then covered in a Bronze wrap.
We have never come across a bust in this manor before.
Category
Early 20th Century European Other 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.