Figurative Sculptures
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Lucite
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Stone
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1970s Israeli Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Glass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass, Copper
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Steel
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Clay, Pottery
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Copper, Brass
1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Metal
20th Century Arts and Crafts Figurative Sculptures
Plaster, Paint
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Brass
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1930s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Slate
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain, Wood
Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta, Wood
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Glass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Gold Plate, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wrought Iron
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Pewter
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Onyx
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble
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.