Figurative Sculptures
16th Century European Baroque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Wood
16th Century Italian Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass, Nickel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
1960s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1960s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
16th Century French Gothic Antique Figurative Sculptures
Limestone
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass, Nickel
1960s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Kaolin, Hardwood
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Clay
1960s Bolivian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1960s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Blown Glass, Glass, Art Glass
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wrought Iron
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Clay, Ceramic, Pottery
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1960s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Stoneware
1960s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Stoneware
16th Century Tibetan Ming Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1960s French Vintage 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.