Figurative Sculptures
Early 1900s Scandinavian Folk Art Antique Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Wood, Paint
19th Century English Folk Art Antique Figurative Sculptures
Iron
1990s Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Pine
1980s American Folk Art Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
20th Century Danish Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
19th Century British Folk Art Antique Figurative Sculptures
Pine
1880s Italian Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Brocade
1950s Portuguese Folk Art Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Pottery
Early 1900s Scandinavian Folk Art Antique Figurative Sculptures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Metal
1990s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Polystyrene, Paper, Paint
Early 1900s Scandinavian Folk Art Antique Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Late 19th Century European Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1940s Unknown Folk Art Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Mid-20th Century Thai Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Belgian Black Marble, Marble, Bronze
1820s French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Canadian Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Pine
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Kenyan Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1890s German Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
1870s French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Griotte Marble, Bronze
19th Century Spanish Folk Art Antique Figurative Sculptures
Wood, Paint
1970s American Folk Art Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Cypress
Early 20th Century Chinese Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Soapstone
Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic, Clay, Terracotta
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Wood
20th Century African Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Metal
1940s British Folk Art Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Paper
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Spelter
Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
20th Century American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Paper
1970s Polish Belle Époque Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Italian Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Softwood
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Wood, Paint
1880s German Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Austrian Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
1890s Japanese Folk Art Antique Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 19th Century Belgian Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Spelter
Mid-20th Century Italian Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Softwood
Late 19th Century Belgian Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Spelter
Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 19th Century Italian Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Carrara Marble
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
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.