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Figurative Sculptures For Sale
Period: Early 20th Century
Period: 1970s
Bronze Sculpture Of Seated Ballerina By Josef Lorenzl
Located in Norwood, NJ
Period Art Deco bronze sculpture by Josef Lorenzo (1852-1950) of a beautiful ballerina seated with a pleasant gaze, in traditional outfit of tutu and tying her pointe shoes in prepar...
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Onyx, Bronze

Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Toadstool, Germany ca. 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Toadstool, Germany ca. 1920s A large garden gnome from Germany, ca. 1920s. The gnome has a pipe and an axe in his hands and is standing next to a ...
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

Vintage Danish Porcelain Figurine "Girl with Cat" by Bing & Grøndahl
By Bing & Grøndahl, Ingeborg Plockross Irminger
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Porcelain figurine "Girl with Cat" by Bing & Grøndahl. Porcelaine figurine of a young girl feeding a cat. Designed by Ingeborg...
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1970s Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Rare Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pig, Germany ca. 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Rare Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pig, Germany ca. 1920s A large garden gnome manufactured by Heissner, Germany, ca. 1920s. The dwarf has grabbed a pig by the hind legs and is holdi...
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

Sculpture of Fearless Monk Riding a Tiger from Lao, People's Democratic Republic
Located in Stockholm, SE
A well-known sculpture portraying of a fearless monk riding a tiger from Lao, People's Democratic Republic. This sculpture is part of the Buddhist art tradition in Laos and serves a...
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Early 20th Century Laotian Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Paper, Plaster, Paint

20th Century Bronze Painted Terracotta Italian Child Bust Sculpture, 1920s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian terracotta sculpture from the first half of the 20th century. Finely chiseled work in bronze painted terracotta depicting the bust of a child. Beautifully sized and pleasantl...
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1920s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Pottery

Antique Burmese Cast Brass Courtly Dancer Figurine, Signed Maung Yai
Located in Esbjerg, DK
An exceptionally well-cast figure of an elegant male Burmese court dancer in traditional dress. The figure is mounted on its original wooden stand. It stands balanced on one foot and...
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Early 20th Century Burmese High Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Early 20th C. Italian Bronze Sculpture Depicting Giambattista Perasso 'Balilla'
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th century italian bronze sculpture depicting Giambattista Perasso 'Balilla' By: unknown Material: bronze, copper, metal Technique: cast, molded, polished, metalwork Dimensi...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Copper

The Proud Caretaker by Søholm Ceramic Danish Midcentury Ornament
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A simple unglazed figurine of a buildings caretaker that looks proudly into the horizon and a days hard labor. An old design dating back to the 1920s. This example from Søholm in Den...
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Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

1930s Swabian Hallic Country Pig Made of Terracotta
Located in Berghuelen, DE
1930s Swabian Hallic Country Pig Made of Terracotta A vintage statue of a Swabian hallic country pig. It was used as shop window decoration in a German butchery. The statue is made ...
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Early 20th Century Bronze Sculpture entitled "Olympian" by Ernest Becker
Located in London, GB
A very fine early 20th Century bronze study of a muscular Olympian athlete about to cross the finishing line. The bronze with excellent rich brown patina and very fine hand finished ...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Martin Brother's Chess Piece
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
7 R W Martin for the Martin Brothers, a Rare King Chess Piece Dated 1901 14.5cm high, 7.5cm wide, 7.5cm deep Restoration to hand and finial of Orb Lacking the full Sceptre Areas wher...
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Porcelain Figurine 'Temple Dedication' by Liebermann Rosenthal Selb Germany 1916
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare Rosenthal figurine, only 200 versions in existence: A scantily clad Art Nouveau beauty, a belt around her hips with a long, softly falling shawl draping around her legs, a ...
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1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Rizec Signed Alabaster Bronze & Marble Sculpture of a Woman by Schumacher C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Art Deco Rizec Signed Alabaster Bronze & Marble Sculpture of a Woman in Outdoor Setting by Schumacher C1920 Measures- 14.5''H x 5''W x 4.5''D
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster, Marble, Bronze

Martin Brother's Chess Piece
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
11 Martin Brothers Chess Piece Modelled as a White Queen sat on a Throne flanked by 4 Grotesques Lacking Sceptre but otherwise in Good Condition 14cm high, 8cm wide, 8cm deep Dated 1901
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Martin Brother's Chess Piece
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
26 Martin Brothers Chess Piece modelled as a Pawn 8.5cm high, 3cm wide, 3cm deep Firing cracks Dated 1901 £950
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Set of Two '2' Artisan Hand Hammered Mid Century Giraffe Figures in Solid Brass
Located in Deland, FL
For your consideration a pair of large modernist solid brass giraffe floor statues / floor sculptures. These Hollywood Regency brass animal sculptures have great details and great shape of posing. The male has a long slightly bent neck and can be set up next to the grazing female. Taller Giraffe...
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1970s South Korean Hollywood Regency Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Brass

Fine Attractive Multi colour Murano vase Vintage Decorative Art
Located in London, GB
Fine Attractive Vintage Multi colour Murano vase Decorative Art Period 1970 `a Measures: Height 16 cm
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1970s British Arts and Crafts Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

Art Deco Cold Painted Bronze Pair " Hoop Girl and Sonny Boy" by Ferdinand Preiss
Located in Gainesville, FL
Art Deco cast and cold painted bronze pair by Ferdinand Preiss. The pair is known as "Hoop Girl" and "Sonny Boy". Each bronze is mounted of a 1" stone base and signed on the back of ...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Martin Brother's Chess Piece
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
17 R W Martin for the Martin Brothers modelled as a Queen sat on a throne flanked by Grotesques Lacking sceptre and restoration to the left chair leg and cushion tassel 14cm high, 7....
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Stoneware

Martin Brother's Chess Piece
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
28 R W Martin for the Martin Brothers, a Chess Piece modelled as a Pawn Numerous firing cracks 8.5cm high, 3 cm wide, 3cm deep Dated 1901
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Stoneware

Agathon Leonard (Fr 1841-1923 Danseuse Au Cothurne
Located in Dallas, TX
AGATHON LÉONARD (FRENCH, 1841-1923) Danseuse au Cothurne Signed 'A Léonard' (on reverse) with Susse Frères foundry cachet, further stamped 'M' Gilt Bronze, light brown patina 21 i...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Martin Brother's Chess Piece
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
22 R W Martin for the Martin Brothers, a Chess Piece modelled as a Bishop Lacking Staff and large chip to the plinth, several firing cracks 17cm high, 6.5cm wide, 6.5cm deep Dated 1901
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Martin Brothers Musician Imp
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
10 R W Martin for the Martin Brothers, a Musical Imp playing the Banjo Apparently unmarked 9cm high, 9.5cm wide, 10.5cm deep Circa 1906
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Martin Brothers Triple Bird Group
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
13 R W Martin for the Martin Brothers, a Rare and Well Modelled Tripple Bird Group modelled as a Central Male Bird with a Female either side. 17.5cm high, 16cm wide, 6cm deep Dated 1914
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Stoneware

Antique Paper Mache Bobble Head Mikey Mouse ca. 1930s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Paper Mache Bobble Head Mikey Mouse ca. 1930s A rare paper mache Mickey Mouse with bobble head manufactured ca. 1930s. With stamp on the base: "Made with the consent of Walt...
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Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Paper

Bronze Figure of Male Youth
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A verdigris bronze figure of a young male mounted on a marble plinth. in Grand Tour style.
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Early 20th Century Italian Grand Tour Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Martin Brothers Musician Imp
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
2 R W Martin for the Martin Brothers, a Musical Imp Playing the Drums This scarce example is all the rarer to have its drum sticks intact - losses of paint to the sticks The imp is l...
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

1930s Swabian Hallic Country Pig Made of Terracotta
Located in Berghuelen, DE
1930s Swabian Hallic Country Pig Made of Terracotta A vintage statue of a Swabian hallic country pig. It was used as shop window decoration in a German butchery. The statue is made ...
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pipe, Germany ca. 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Terracotta Garden Gnome with Pipe, Germany ca. 1920s A large garden gnome from Germany, ca. 1920s. The gnome has a pipe and an walking stick in his hands. Good used vintage co...
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

Martin Brothers Musical Imp
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
8 R W Martin for the Martin Brothers a Musical Imp modelled as a Chorister Apparently Unmarked 10cm high, 9.5cm wide, 9cm deep
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Vintage Hand Carved Wooden Figurines With Flute From Ecuador by Akios Industry.
Located in Seattle, WA
This wooden figure was hand made in Ecuador. Depicts a person carrying a flute. Beautiful wood grain with exaggerated features. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Di...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Martin Brothers Figure
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
5 R W Martin for the Martin Brothers. Bust of Samuel Pickwick on a Plinth Marked to the front “Samuel Pickwick GCMPC” (General Chairman - Member Pickwick Club) 11cm high Firing crack...
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Stoneware

Art Deco bronze sculpture nude fan dancer by Marcel Andre Bouraine France 21925
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco bronze sculpture nude fan dancer. Sculpture in patinated bronze of a dancing nude standing on one foot holding a fan incised with a design of birds. ...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Carrara Marble Abstract Sculpture on Black Granite Base
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Mid-Century Modern sculpture was realized in the United States, circa 1970. It features an organic abstract sinuously curved form- full of verve and dynamism- with a fla...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

Martin Brother's Musical Imp
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
9 R W Martin for the Martin Brothers a Musical Imp playing the Banjo Apparently unmarked Restoration to leg and the banjo head 9cm high Circa 1900
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware

Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Fox Hunting Group with Green Onyx Base
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Beautiful desk accessory for the fox hunter. Austrian/Vienna cold painted bronze fox hunter on his horse with his three hounds. Onyx base with letter opener or pen well/tray in excel...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Figurative Sculptures

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Onyx, Bronze

Vintage Wooden Hand Caved Bear Figurines
Located in Seattle, WA
Bear Figurine with striped design and dark wood tone. Hand Carved detailing. No Makers mark. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 6 W ; 3 D ; 4 H
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Martin Brothers Chess Piece
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
1 R W Martin for the Martin Brothers a Chess Piece modelled as a Bishop. Lacking Staff 16.5cm high Dated but indistinct - probably 1902
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Stoneware

Mexican ram's horn in fish form
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970. We offer this Mexican ram's horn in fish form. made in silverplated.
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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Spanish Women Cast Bronze Sculpture by W.N. Cardobo 1973
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful 1973 Spanish cast bronze sculpture depicting a woman walking with a basket of fish on her head. Marked W.N. Cardobo 73 (see detail photo). In original beautiful condition...
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1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique plaster Bust of Cupid After Francois Duquesnoy (1597-1643)
Located in New York, NY
Antique Grand Tour plaster bust of a cherub after the original model by Francois Duquesnoy (1597-1643) dating from the early 20th century. Likely of Italian or French origin.
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Early 20th Century French Grand Tour Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Bookends with Satyr and Girl by Pierre Laurel, 1930
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco Silvered bronze bookends of a young satyr and girl holding grapes. By Pierre Laurel. Fantastic Bronze details. Signed Laurel. France 1925-1930. Literature: “Bronzes, sculp...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Antique Fireman from a Children's Carousel, Germany 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Fireman from a Children's Carousel, Germany 1920s An antique wooden sculpture of a fireman. Formerly used as decoration for the fire engine o...
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

1970s ceramic bottles sculpture
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1970s ceramic bottles sculpture Ceramic sculpture. Individual bottles crafted on a wheel and joined before firing to form a single piece. Signed by the artist. France 1970 1.40 cm W....
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Antique Fairground Paper Mache Sculpture of a Witch or Farmer's Wive
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Fairground Paper Mache Sculpture of a Witch or Farmer's Wive A large half-relief sculpture of the witch from the fairy tale Hansel and Gretel. Probably used as decoration in...
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Figurative Sculptures

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Wood, Paper

Gaston Hauchecorne, Malay Pirate Bronze Sculpture, France 1900s
Located in PARIS, FR
Superb bronze sculpture with green patina hues by Gaston Hauchecorne, France 1920s. Representation of a Malay pirate holding on to the railing of a ship with on hand and to the steer...
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1920s French Romantic Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Large Bronze Sculpture of Nude Women
Located in Praha, CZ
Unique Art Deco statue of a nude in patinated bronze.
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Early 20th Century European Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Cast Bronze Marching Girl with Flag Statue
Located in New York, NY
Small figure of a little girl marching with a flag made of solid bronze. Good condition with appropriate wear from age, with patina and minor discoloration. One available. Please not...
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Seldom seen Paper Mache NaNa Sculptures by Niki de Saint Phalle
Located in Buffalo, NY
Seldom seen Paper Mache , polychromed "NaNa" Sculptures by Niki de Saint Phalle,,
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Paper

Joseph D'Asté French Art Deco Young Lady & God Pan Sculpture, 1920s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco sculpture by Joseph d'Asté (1872-1940), France, 1920s. Young Lady and God Pan. Spelter and marble. Width : 17.7"(45cm), Height : 8"(20.5cm), Depth : 4.7"(12cm). Condi...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Spelter

French Art Deco Crackle Glaze Ceramic Demeter or Ceres Table Lamp, 1920s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco lamp sculpture by Charles HARVA, France - late 1920s. Crackle glaze ceramic, brass and glass. Demeter / Ceres resting after work. Flowers, fruits and corn / maize pat...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Brass

Anitque Mannequin in bamboo, cane, wood and steel
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Antique Mannequin made of woven bamboo and cane. Steel frame. Base of solid wood. Later shoe holders mounted. Fantastic decorative, but still in perfect usable condition.
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Bamboo, Cane, Wood

Art Nouvea Style Pair of Embossed Brass Crystal Orb and Pedistals
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A pair of embossed brass crystal ball pedestals exude understated elegance. Crafted from gleaming brass, each pedestal features delicate embossing adding a touch of sophistication. A...
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1970s American Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Brass

Gilt Bronze Sculpture by Emmanuel Villanis, Early 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gilt bronze sculpture by Emmanuel Villanis, Early 20th Century. An Art Nouveau period sculpture, circa 1900 by Emmanuel Villanis, representing a bust of a young woman, the Bohemian,...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Magnificent Central African Carved Exotic Wood Statue, circa 1900 -1X25
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Central Africa with this magnificent large-scale statue, crafted from exotic wood and dating back to circa 1900. This striking piece of African art showcases exceptional craftsmanship and intricate detailing, capturing the essence of traditional sculptural forms. Standing tall with impressive dimensions, this statue depicts a graceful female nude figure, exuding a sense of elegance and beauty. The artisan's skillful handiwork is evident in the meticulously carved details, from the fluid contours of the body to the subtle facial features and flowing lines of the hair. Crafted from exotic wood native to the region, this statue embodies the cultural and artistic traditions of Central Africa, serving as a testament to the creativity and ingenuity of its creators. Whether displayed as a focal point in a curated art collection or as a statement piece in a contemporary interior, this extraordinary statue is sure to captivate and inspire. With dimensions of Height 69 cm x Length 18 cm x Width 15 cm, this very large African wood statue...
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Early 1900s Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

French Art Deco Plaster Child Reading a Book Sculpture, 1920s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco plaster child sculpture, France, 1920s. Child reading a book. Polychrome plaster. Measures: height : 11.4"(29cm), width : 9.2"(23.5cm), depth : 7.5"(19cm). Signed and...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Plaster

Demetre Chiparus Art Deco Dancer Sculpture, 1920s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco sculpture by Demetre Chiparus (1886-1947), France, 1920s. Dancer. Cold painted spelter and marble. Measures: Width : 13.9"(35.2cm), Height : 10.4"(26.5cm), Depth : 5....
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Spelter

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.

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