Figurative Sculptures
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Teak, Pine
1920s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Walnut
1890s Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Plastic
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Resin
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Enamel
1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1950s Greek Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Carrara Marble
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1940s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble
1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Glass
1940s German Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Leather
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Blown Glass
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Fiberglass, Wood
1920s Belgian Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Spelter
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Metal
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic, Porcelain
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Steel
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Late 20th Century British Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Enamel
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Stone
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1930s French Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century South African Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century North American Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique, New and Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Figurative sculpture is a modern art form in which artists create work that is typically representative of the visible world. However, sculptures that are considered to be figurative in style can definitely be inclusive of abstract elements. A wide range of antique, new and vintage figurative sculptures has been made over the years by both well-known and emerging artists, and these pieces can prove striking and provocative as part of your home decor.
Realistic representation in visual art has a very long history. And while figurative artists, whether figurative painters or sculptors, find inspiration in humans, animals and real-life objects, good figurative sculptures can make us think differently about how the real world should look. Just as figurative paintings might include Photorealistic human likenesses, they can also include elements of Surrealism and can suggest a creative and alternative reality. Figurative sculptures aren’t always realistic impressions of our world — depictions of the human form in classical Greek sculpture, for example, might emphasize beauty and physical perfection.
There are a variety of figurative sculptures on 1stDibs created by artists working in a number of styles, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, mid-century modern and more. A large figurative sculpture can introduce an excellent focal point in a guest bedroom, while smaller works might draw the eye to spaces such as wall shelving or a bookcase that people may otherwise overlook.
When decorating your living room, dining room, home office and study areas with figurative sculptures, don’t be afraid to choose bold colors to inject brightness into neutral spaces. Texture is another factor to consider when purchasing figurative sculptures. A highly textural work of ceramics or wood will catch the eye in a sleek modern space, whereas a smooth, flat glass sculpture can offer an often much-needed contrast in a room that already has many textures.
On 1stDibs, find antique, new or vintage figurative sculpture or other kinds of sculpture for your home decor today.