Busts

1950s Bronze bust of man on a marble base signed by artist. Says City Hall New York on back. 1952.

The piece is a unique representation of a man in a modern way. The man is gently painted with acrylic color. Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand, without any mold....

Aldo Londi Bitossi Kwan Yin, Ceramic, Buddha Bust, Blue. Beautiful and calming female Buddha glazed in a vibrant dark blue. It is believed that to have a picture or statue of Kwan Yi...

A striking vintage 1966 David bust by Austin Productions, rendered in resin with a rich dark bronze-toned finish. Based on the celebrated Renaissance sculpture of David, this sculptu...

19th-Century Italian School "Bust of a Woman" in Carrara Marble, Signed This polychrome marble bust depicts a high-society woman with puffed sleeves and a collar, her hair styled in...

Neoclassical French bronze bust of Napoleon mounted on marble base.

A beautiful vintage terracotta wall mask depicting a lady made by an unknown maker in Austria. It is marked on the back with a number. It would make a lovely decoration on any wall. ...

Sculpture, sculpted marble bust of Lucius in the taste of Antique Rome, 20th century. Bust, carved marble sculpture of Lucius in the taste of ancient Rome, 20th century. Dimensions...

19th Century Marble Bust of Antinous after the original known as the 'Antinous Vaticano' discovered at Hadrian's Villa. Featuring realistic detail to hair and handsome facial features...

Female bust by Gustave Van Vaerenbergh, ca 1900 A female bust, made of marble and with gray tones and with decorative carving on the upper body of the dress. A beautiful face look...

Scultura, Torso maschile, arte classica, arte greca, Torso, marmo bianco Carrara, scultura classica. Torso maschile scolpito su bellissimo marmo bianco ...

A wonderful and richly detailed French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Bronze, Silvered Bronze, Ormolu and marble bust of Napoleon, signed by Émile Pinedo. This handsome bust is raise...

The Head David statue is a timeless and iconic decorative piece meticulously crafted from luxurious white marble to exude elegance. This sculpture features intricate details and a sm...

This large mid eighteenth century French hand carved olive wood bust depicts a bishop clad in liturgical vestments. The bishop with full beard and curly hair wears a distinctive mitr...

Beautiful detailed female bust made in brass on a Carrara marble base. This bust is made by Jef Lambeaux, a Belgian artist (1852-1908).

This plaster bust is a reproduction of the original bronze model created by the sculptor Raffaello Romanelli. Inspired by the famous Torso Gaddi displayed in the Classical Sculpture ...

Little Diskometal Bust of Bear Cup made by Just Andersen in the late 1930s. * Bear Cup Bust in diskometal * Designer: Just Andersen * Style: D2060 * Year: 1938 * Condition: Good v...

Rare marble head of Ulysses, king of Ithaca, beautiful sculpture mounted on a black marble base. Provenance from a private collection. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION OF THE LOT AND Q...

An important, extremely rare, and rather large 18th century Meissen Porcelain Group of a Thalia with a Harlequin Child, By Johann Joachim (J.J.) Kändler, Circa: 1744. This is an incredible and extremely rare 18th century Meissen Porcelain piece modeled by the greatest Meissen modeler ever in the Company, Johann Joachim (J.J.) Kändler. Thalia can be seen seated on a gorgeous hand-carved and hand-painted flowered and vined porcelain pedestal. Her right arm is raised holding a Phantom of the Opera Black and White Mask, while in her other arm is a young Harlequin dancing and singing holding a hat. Thalia is wearing a gilt-edged dark blue bodice with white floral decorations over a black corset draped in a red-over-yellow robe...

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...

Pair of Ceramic Buddha Sculptures or Bookends. Nicely detailed, in Good condition. Any dark or light spots are reflection only. Sticker on bottom marked Japan. 7" tall

A Monumental and Rare 19th Century French Ormolu Mounted Multi-Marble Bust of Alexander The Great, After The Model by Francois Girardon. Drawing inspiration from the renowned "Bust of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC)" housed in the esteemed Palace of Versailles, this monumental work of art showcases exceptional craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail, serving as a testament to the creator's artistic prowess. Central to this magnificent sculpture is the resplendent red marble face, neck, and hair of Alexander the Great. Capturing the youthful essence of the conqueror, the sculptor depicts him as a young man with a clean-shaven countenance, his moderately long curls delicately cascading from beneath a remarkably unadorned helmet, save for a magnificent plume. The red marble harmoniously accentuates the life-like features of Alexander, imparting an air of regal elegance to the composition. Adding to the allure of this remarkable sculpture is an ormolu robe cascading over Alexander's shoulders, exuding an aura of nobility and power. Of particular note, the breastplate bears an embossed ormolu mask of a deity in profile, surrounded by elegantly sweeping acanthus leaves, paying homage to the influential forces that shaped the life of this great conqueror. Once again, the sublime combination of precious metal and marble amplifies the robe's magnificence, further accentuated by the presence of an ormolu body chain swaying gracefully from Alexander's left shoulder to his right hip. The selection of marbles for the cuirass and plinth serves as an additional testament to the artist's commitment to crafting a visually striking and harmonious composition. The grey marble cuirass complements the overall color scheme of the bust while providing a subtle contrast to the red marble features. At the neck, a pleated ormolu linen undergarment discreetly peeks out, showcasing the artist's meticulous attention to intricate details and enhancing the sculpture's depth. The original Alexander The Great Bust...

Monumental Signed Adolfo Cipriani Italian Carved Alabaster Bust with Pedestal, circa 1900 A monumental and exquisitely carved alabaster bust by Adolfo Cipriani (Italian, 1857–1941),...

These two life-size bronze heads feature a fantastic patina and are mounted on two granite steles measuring 114 cm and 109 cm in height. Both the sculptures and the steles are in und...

A black glass head dsigned and manufactured in Italy in the Seventies, it's in perfect condition. The black glass gives it a sleek and sophisticated aesthetic. Glass, with its reflec...

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...

Elegant Classical Greek-style bust executed in glazed terracotta in Italy during the mid-20th century. Inspired by the sculptural traditions of Ancient Greece, the piece portrays an ...

This finely executed bust of a Naiad is attributed to the neoclassical sculptor John Gibson (1790 – 1866). A Naiad was a type of mythological water nymph and is depicted here with her head bowed and cocked slightly to the side, displaying her strong neo-Hellenistic profile. In her hair, the nymph wears a headdress that is comprised of long and slender reed leaves, which not only identifies her iconographically as a water spirit, but draws a close comparison with those worn by the female figures in John Gibson’s Hylas Surprised by the Naiades (1827 - 1837) (fig.1). The downwards and off-centre orientation of our Naiad bust mirrors that of the taller figure on the left of the group, who rests her cheek on the head young Hylas (fig.2) Her facial physiognomy follows the neo-Hellenistic archetype established by Gibson and can be closely compared with his Tinted Venus – one of the most important statues of the Victorian era (1851–56, Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool) (fig.3). While Gibson’s Tinted Venus is known best for its controversial polychrome ‘tinting’, the essential structure of the face—broad brow, finely drawn nose, wide (and slightly drooping) almond-shaped eyes - provided a template that Gibson returned to repeatedly in his depiction of mythological maidens. Critics of the time noted the consistency of his female types, with some seeing their idealised severity as an antidote to the sentimentality of much mid-Victorian sculpture (fig.4 – 6). The facial physiognomy is also very similar to a drawing by Gibson at the Royal Academy that depicts Hero weeping over the dead body of Leander (fig.7). The socle style of the present work also finds comparisons with Gibsons busts of Cupid and Aurora. This was of course somewhat standardised, but it is interesting to note the extent of their similarity with our bust. John Gibson RA is considered by many to be the greatest British sculptor of the nineteenth century working in the Neoclassical style. It is hard to overestimate the impact Rome had on the life and art of the artist. He first arrived in the city around 1817, when he was just twenty-six, and remained a resident there until his death. Not only did Rome’s ancient sculptural treasures and architectural fragments offer Gibson a lifetime of inspiration, but the Grand Tourists who poured into Rome in the first half of the nineteenth century provided him with many commercial opportunities. These rich or aristocratic travellers sought out mythological sculptures for their grand, palatial residences. However, since the papal decrees of Doria Pamphilj and Pacca of 1803 banned the export of ancient Greek and Roman works of art from Rome, there was a large demand for modern idealised sculpture in the Neoclassical style (Frasca-Rath 2016, p. 10). During his early days in the city he had the great fortune to train under both Antonio Canova and Bertel Thorvaldsen (Roscoe and Hardy 2009, p. 522). He referred continuously to Canova as his “master”, particularly in his memoirs, which he dictated to Margarete Sandbach at the beginning of the 1850s; these were subsequently published by Lady Eastlake in 1870. Moreover, he claimed to be Canova’s last pupil in a letter to Antonio Gacini, Secretary of the Royal Academy in Milan in 1861, written to thank the Academy for accepting him as an Honorary Member: “The first instruction which I received in my art was from an Italian. It was Canova whose pupil I became in the year 1817 and studied under him for five years when he died. I was his last pupil” (Royal Academy Archive GI/1376). By 1821, Gibson had established his own studio in the via Fontanella, off the via Babuino. From here he aimed to produce sculpture of “the sublime and the purest beauty”, believing that the sculptor’s role was to select and combine the most beautiful parts of nature to create a harmonious whole, which would delight and elevate the viewer. By the mid nineteenth century he was one of the few remaining exponents of the so-called ‘pure’ and ‘neo Hellenistic’ style of sculpture, resolutely upholding the Neoclassical ideals established by Wincklemann, in a period when naturalism and modern subjects preoccupied the majority of artists in Europe (Turner, ed., 1996, p. 598). Gibson was convinced of the importance of disseminating artistic ideas through the younger generations, an ideal no doubt impressed upon him by Canova, and established ‘the British Academy of Arts in Rome’. His students included William Theed (1804–1891), Benjamin Spence (1822–1866), Harriet Hosmer...

Apollo and Diana, a pair of large busts in white marble. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION OF THE LOT AND SHIPPING INFORMATION CAN BE REQUESTED BY SENDING AN EMAIL Apollo and Diana, pa...

This adorable petite alabaster bust of a young lady, her hair loosely styled and adorned with cascading leaves, exudes an air of grace and serenity. Her eyes are half shut and her fa...

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...

A very attractive female bust from the famous Czech terracotta manufactory Bechyne, an original from the Art Nouveau period, around 1900. The bust is of a particularly classic form ...

French pair of large and impressively decorated porcelain centerpiece figures. Each one is in great antique condition with appropriate wear consistent with age / use. Both Repaired o...

THE COLLECTION This collection offers ideas for contemporary décor through sophisticated revelations of art bound to the tradition of ceramics of Caltagirone, objets d’art that combine history and design. The extreme attention to details, supported by twenty years of experience of master craftsmen, is the company’s strength. The production technique hides secrets and art mixtures that make the product unique and exclusive. Mosche Bianche chooses to combine art and design to recall history through ceramic artworks in doing so, history revives, as in a fairy tale, an incredible civilization that is the sicilian culture. The moorish heads in ceramics, tribute to the beauty of ancient Sicily...

Grand Tour French, patinated bronze bust of the Greek hero/mythological warrior Ajax (Menelaus) on a socle base, circa 1880. Ajax wears a helmet with batt...

This monumental fiberglass sculpture captures the serene countenance of a Roman goddess, rendered in the Neoclassical style that pays homage to antiquity's idealized forms. Dating to...

An antique patinated bronze bust of Lord Byron (1788-1824). In large scale, this sculpture of the influential poet is a stunning feature for a period property. Stood on a stepped large rectangular base, this impressive patinated bronze gives a striking lustrous finish to this striking piece. Lord Byron (1788-1824) Lord Byron was a British romantic...

Two Blue eyed Jung boys heads . mounted on a Wooden pedestal . 1960s mannequin . so very decorative .

Mounted Large Bust God of Beauty Cast Study Of Antinous in Roman Style Sculpture. Imposing Large Cast Study Of Antinous in the Style Of Bust Found in Hadrian’...

JEAN-JOSEPH-ALEXANDRE FALGUIÈRE French, 1831-1900 "Bust of Diana the Huntress" (1882) Patinated bronze over Nero Portero marble base Signed on shoulder "A. Falguiere", foundry cach...

An imposing sculptural bust crafted from four shades of marble, depicting a male figure with a commanding presence and powerful expressiveness. The piece combines different types of ...

Rare and highly decorative antique hand-carved wooden monk sculpture. If you are looking for a meaningful, expressive, and superbly hand-carved antique work of art to grace your stu...

A great antique hand-painted and hand lettered anatomical model. A median incision of the head for class. It is made of wood, papier maché and plaster, manufactured by SOMSO or PHYWE...

Hercules and the Lernaean Hydra, Yellow Siena marble. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION ABOUT THE LOT, AND A SHIPPING QUOTE CAN BE REQUESTED BY SENDING AN EMAIL TO

Sculpture, Male torso, classical art, Greek art, Torso, white Carrara marble, classical sculpture, ancient torso, Greek torso, statuary marble sculpture. Male torso carved on statuar...

Grand Tour Bronze Portrait Bust of a Roman Goddess. The sculpture presents an intricately carved face with a serene, contemplative expression and softly modeled features, framed by p...

Marble bust of a Middle Eastern gentleman with white marble turban sitting on a dark green pedestal with white veining. Some small chips to the backsid...

An elegant, classically inspired sculptural bust carved from two-tone marble, highlighting the refined contrast between the polished black marble of the face and the veined beige mar...

Elegant Diskometal Figurine of Dancing Woman designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Diskometal bust of a woman dancing. * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: D2191 * Condition: Ver...

Fine murano glass sculpture by Pino Signoretto of the Bust of Hippocrates. Handcrafted by master glass artist Pino Signoretto on the Venetian islan...

BUST OF GIULIANO DE MEDICI YOUNG IN WHITE CARRARA STATUARY MARBLE 19th Century Old bust in statuary marble "white Carrara marble" Giuliano di Piero de' Medici (Florence, October 28...

A Monumental Patinated Bronze Bust of George Washington, after William Rush This commanding bronze bust of George Washington is modeled after the cele...

Bust of a North African Tribesman, DE CAÏD Friedrich Siegfried Goldscheider This exquisite portrait bust of a North African tribesman, titled "DE CAÏD," was masterfully executed by ...

This plaster bust depicts a woman in the classical manner, her hair drawn back beneath a wrapped fillet into a high coiled chignon. She is draped in a mantle that crosses diagonally ...

Expressive handcrafted ceramic sculpture depicting a stylized human head. Executed in earthenware with a richly textured glaze in deep red and dark brown tones, the piece possesses a...

Late 19th C marble bust of a young lady wearing a hat.

A PLASTER BUST OF INFANT BACCHUS AFTER CLAUDE MICHEL CLODION (1738-1814) First half of 20th century Depicted with ringletted hair adorned with vine leaves and grapes on a circular f...

Carrara marble classical bust of Paris wearing a Phrygian cap after Antonio Canova 1757–1822 One of the great Neoclassical sculptor Canova's most famous...

A pair 19th century (1850s) (Grand Tour) Italian carved multi-marble busts of Augustus of Prima Porta and Julius Cesar. These extremely fine an...

Depicting Traiano, known as one of the most influential Roman emperors, this stupendous bust will elevate the look of any decor style with utmost sophistication. Handcrafted by Roman...