Figurative Sculptures
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Stone, Bronze
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass, Nickel
1930s Ukrainian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Glass, Lacquer
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Gesso
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Stone
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Concrete
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Glass
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1950s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century German Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1910s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Pottery
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Clay
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Aluminum
19th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Mahogany
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Clay, Ceramic, Pottery
1970s Irish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood, Parchment Paper
1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Carrara Marble
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass
1970s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Leather
19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Alabaster
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Pottery, Ceramic
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
1920s German Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Stoneware
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Silver Plate
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Metallic Thread
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.