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Figurative Sculptures For Sale
Antique and Large Top Quality Carved Oak Six-Light Sculpture Chandelier Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning hand-crafted pendant with a great patina. This stunning chandelier clearly is the result of the skilled and focused craftsmanship of a master carver. To be able to carve on...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Figurative Sculptures

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Oak

Italian Marble Statue of ' Crouching Venus', late C20th
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality early 20th Century Carrera marble statue of ' Crouching Venus'. Marble statue of a naked Aphrodite crouching at her bath, also k...
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Early 20th Century Italian Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

Pair of Terra Cotta Chinese Warrior Sculptures Qin Shi Replicas
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Replica terracotta soldiers. Date to teh 1950s era. Measures 41.5 tall x 14 wide x 11 deep.
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1950s Chinese Aesthetic Movement Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

Discobolus Sculpture, circa 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian sculpture -Discobolus is in Italy in our warehouse.
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1950s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Resin

Spectacular Pair of Large Antique Quality Polychromed Plaster Moorish Figures
Located in Suffolk, GB
Spectacular pair of large antique quality orientalist polychromed plaster Arabesque or Moorish figures depicting two males in traditional moorish robes and headdress with artfully s...
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Early 20th Century English Figurative Sculptures

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Other

Carrara Marble Sculpture Copy of Venus de Milo by French Sculptor, circa 1820
Located in Roma, IT
Venus de Milo is an original Carrara marble sculpture realized in 1820 by French sculptor manufacture. The beautiful sculpture represents a copy of the famous Venus De Milo, the a...
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1820s French Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

Carrara white marble sculpture of a young girl with flowers
Located in Houston, TX
This sculpture is carved of fine Carrara marble depicting a young Barefoot girl holding a bunch of flowers folded into the bottom Of her skirt. It is very white and without stains or...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

Grand Tour bronze figure of “The Dying Gaul”, After The Antique
Located in Montreal, QC
A late 19th century Grand Tour bronze figure of “The Dying Gaul”, after the antique. The Dying Gaul depicts a warrior in his final moments, next to his shield and sword, his face contorted in pain just before he collapses from the mortal wound to his chest The original marble figure, which is in the Capitoline museum in Rome is thought to be a Roman copy of a Greek sculpture in Bronze. As an image of a vanquished enemy, the sculpture embodies courage in defeat, self-possession in the face of death, and the recognition of nobility in an alien race. “The Dying Gaul” was found in Rome with another ancient marble...
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Late 19th Century Italian Classical Greek Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Chinese Stone Seated Shakyamuni Buddha Stele, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This carved stone stele depicts the historical Buddha, known also as Shaka, Shakyamuni, or Siddhartha Gautama. Seated in perpetual meditation, the Buddha embodies virtues of wisdom and composure. Hand-carved of limestone in the style of Northern Wei (386-535) statuary, the Buddha is depicted upon a lotus plinth with legs crossed in lotus position. His hands are held downwards in bhumisparsha mudra, a gesture representing the moment that the Buddha claimed the earth as witness to his awakening. The Buddha has a peaceful, benevolent expression and is framed by a halo of concentric circles. His figure is surrounded by attendant bodhisattvas, carved in relief on the curved stele behind and platform below. Leafy tree branches add a naturalistic touch to the background, wrapping around to the back of the stele to form a canopy above a second, smaller Buddha...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Limestone

Large German Early 20th Century Silver and Vermeil Nef
Located in London, GB
Large German early 20th century silver and vermeil nef German, Early 20th Century Height 80cm, width 70cm, depth 19cm This impressive sculpture of a nef was crafted by skilled German craftsmen in the early 20th century. Historically nefs were used to store spices and cutler on a dining table, but as their designs became more elaborate, they became purely decorative. The hull of the piece is intricately cast with high relief depictions of cherubs, sea creatures, scrolls, and waves among many others. Various coats of arms are cast and engraved on the nef. The deck is filled with delicate vermeil figures undertaking various tasks. The wheels as well as the bow are gilt creating a superb contrast between the several tones of metals. All pieces of this nef are wonderfully crafted, with details such as the waving...
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Early 20th Century German Figurative Sculptures

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Vermeil, Silver

18th Century Italian Cross on a Red Hematoid Quartz Heart with Baroque Pearls
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
18th Century Italian cross mounted on a polished red hematoid quartz heart and adorned with natural-forming baroque pearls and a cross-shaped baroque pearl. The piece is inspired by ...
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Quartz, Crystal, Gold Leaf

Portrait of Spring
Located in Roma, IT
Portrait of Spring is a decorative object realized byStudio Ottaviani, in 1980s. Sterling Silver Sculpture, 1980s. Stamp Silver 925 lower left. Framed. 20 x 11 cm ; 42 x 33 cm...
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1980s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Metal, Sterling Silver

Italian 19th-20th Century Life-Size Marble Sculpture Titled "Searching for Love"
By Vito Pardo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine museum quality Italian 19th-20th century life-size marble sculpture titled "Searching for Love" by Vito Pardo (Italian, born in Venice in 1872) Depicting a semi-nude life...
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Early 1900s Italian Rococo Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

"Nymph and Satyr" by Claude Michel Clodion
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Sculpture "Nymph and Satyr", made by the author Claude "Clodion" Michel (1738-1814). Made of bronze and patinated in brown. Signed Clodion. France, CIRCA 1780.
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Late 18th Century French Rococo Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Walter Bosse figurine Penguin brass patinated new Vienna Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Penguin. New production made in Austria. The figurine is special in its own way and requires 14 work steps. It is a "lost wax casting" piece. In 2000 a Viennese public house release...
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2010s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Brass

Spanish Scrollwork Iron Galleon / Sailing Ship Sculpture
Located in Barcelona, ES
Wrought iron Spanish caravel boat / galleon sculpture. Spain, 1940s-1950s This sailing ship sculpture was handcrafted in Spain at the mid-20th century period. The ship has a richly detailed scrollwork...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Metal, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Iron

French Terracotta Bust of Young Man Resting on Marble Plinth, Houdon, Circa 1790
Located in Charleston, SC
French terracotta bust of young man resting on circular marble plinth. Signed Houdon, Late 18th century.
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1790s French Louis XVI Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Vintage German Porcelain Figurine of Dutch Girl with Egg Timer Hourglass
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful girl figurine handmade in Germany circa 1900s- 1910s. A beautiful piece for decorating your kitchen. Handmade and hand painted in beautiful colors. Marked Germany.
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain, Glass

Midcentury Embracing Nudes Resin Sculpture on Marble Base by Peggy Mach
Located in San Diego, CA
Midcentury embracing nudes resin sculpture on marble base by Peggy Mach for Alva Museum Reproductions (AMR), circa 1970s. The piece is very heavy, well deta...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

1920s Hand-Forged Iron Warrior Toy Sculpture African Dogon
By Dogon Tribe Mali
Located in Chula Vista, CA
African tribal Dogon hand forged spear & chain sculpted warrior toy 6.75 x 2.75 w x 2.5 Original vintage unrestored condition. Refer to images.  
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Tribal Figurative Sculptures

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Iron

Sonambient Cattails Sound Sculpture in the Manner of Harry Bertoia
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Vintage Sonambient cattails sound sculpture in the manner of Harry Bertoia circa 1970. It is in great vintage condition with patina throughout, four rows of four copper colored sound...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Metal, Brass

19th Century French Carrara White Marble Bust of Marie Antoinette
By Félix Lecomte
Located in London, GB
Bust of 'Marie Antoinette' After the original by Felix Lecomte Constructed in Carrara statuary marble, the bust of the Queen is set on a truncated ...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

Original Danish Kay Bojesen Toy Wagon "Family Trip", Colorful Beech Wood, 1950s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Kay Bojesen´s "Family Trip" is one of his most loved wooden toy designs. This set is original vintage. It consists of wagon and 4 family members: mother, father and two children. ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Wood, Beech, Paint

19th Century French Antique Metal Sculpture, The Noble Man by L. Hollot
By L. Hollot
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique statuary by L. Hollot French Sculpturor ( 1836 – 1897 ) representing a standing noble man with umbrella, in good condition. Created of Zamak with a very detailed craftsmenship and details. The sculpture is positioned onto a hand carved limestone pedestal...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Limestone, Metal

Vintage Chalkware Cherub Statue by Borghese
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage chalkware cherub statue by Borghese of Italy, circa 1950s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 3.5"W x 3"D x 8.5"H. Ret...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures

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Plaster

Ferdinand Barbedienne Bronze Boy & Goose Sculpture 19th Century
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A finely patinated French antique bronze by Ferdinand Barbedienne portraying a a young boy caressing a large goose. The figure is mounted on an a...
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Monumental Apple Sculpture by Selma Calheira
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Monumental Apple sculpture by Selma Calheira for Cores Da Terra. This fired clay apple is a true show stopper. Very realistically done.
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20th Century Brazilian Figurative Sculptures

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Pottery

French Art Deco Walnut Sculpture of a Nude Woman, circa 1920
Located in Rochester, NY
Exceptional and expressively carved solid walnut near life Size statue of nude woman raised on attached fluted column pedestal base in overall beautifully aged original rich surface ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Walnut

"Innocence" by Demetre H. Chiparus
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
"Innocence" by Demetre H. Chiparus (1886-1947). Patinated bronze and ivory on marble base. Alberto Shayo (1993) "Chiparus Master of Art Deco" p. 74.
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Italian 19th Century Neoclassical Style Biscuit de Sèvres Statue of Venus
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful Italian 19th century neoclassical style Biscuit de Sèvres statue of Venus. The masterfully sculpted statue is raised by a square base with cu...
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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Antique German Bronze Figure by Hermann Gladenbeck
Located in Newark, England
GIRL WITH GOSLINGS From our Antique Bronze Sculptures collection, we are delighted to offer this German Bronze Figure by Hermann Gladenbeck. The Bronze beautifully cast with a dark...
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Art Deco Prowling Panther on Marble Base
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this very well sculptured Art Deco prowling panther sculpture which sits on a marble base. The body of the panther is spelter and has a wonderful patinated ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Spelter

Pair Of Impressive Medici Lions In Staffordshire Pottery Antique Style
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
An impressive pair of Medici Lions fashioned after the style of Staffordshire Pottery of the late 1800's Capable of making a splendid decorative statement Circa 1960's Height 4.75 in...
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Mid-20th Century English Grand Tour Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Glass Vase entitled "Scenic Vase" by Emile Gallé
Located in London, GB
An eye catching late 19th Century French cameo glass vase decorated with raised deep burgundy trees against a blue mountainous landscape against a variegating yellow field. Exhibitin...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Glass

Hand Made Stylized Folk Art Wooden Mannequin
Located in Troy, MI
New, hand-crafted mannequin torso composed of spaced and layered unfinished wood. Created and acquired from an English artist.         
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2010s English Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Alfredo Barbini Green and Clear Murano Glass "Bull" Table Sculpture, 1969
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Alfredo Barbini Venetian Murano Green & Clear Glass "Bull" Sculpture. Featuring hand made clear, green with dark interior Murano Art Glass Bull, with cl...
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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Bing & Grøndahl, porcelain figurine of a girl with a doll.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Pre-owned goods are exempt from import duties for U.S. customers. Therefore, no import tariffs will be applicable to your purchase. Bing & Grøndahl, porcelain figurine of a girl wi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

18th-Century Derby Porcelain Figure Emblematic of Africa
Located in Downingtown, PA
Large Derby Porcelain Figure of Africa, From a series known as the "Four Quarters". Circa 1765 The large figure, emblematic of Africa, is depic...
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Mid-18th Century Georgian Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Bas Relief 'Christ with Crown of Thorns' in Cast Bronze Early 20th Century
Located in Tilburg, NL
Bas Relief 'Christ with Crown of Thorns' in Cast Bronze Early 20th Century. This is a beautiful bas relief plaque depicting Christ with th...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

French Art Deco Carved Wood Walrus Sculpture, Signed Martini
Located in Houston, TX
French Art Deco carved wood walrus sculpture, Signed Martini. This realistic and unusual French Art Deco carved fruitwood sculpture of a walrus was e...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Fruitwood

Large European Mediaeval Oak Carving of Christ in the Tomb
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large European Mediaeval Oak Carving of Christ in the Tomb The sculpture is partially polychrome and depicts “The Pamoison de la Vierge” also known as the “Swooning Virgin” this sc...
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16th Century Medieval Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Oak

"Nude Male with Shovel, " Highly Rare Bronze Sculpture by Oskar Lindenberg
By Oskar Lindenberg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare work by Oskar Lindenberg, a German sculptor who produced few pieces during his productive years, this beautiful nude male bronze captures its s...
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1920s German Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

1930s Hubley Cast Iron Basket of Lilacs & Daisies Floral Bouquet Doorstop
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Hubley cast iron doorstop showing a bouquet of lilacs and daisies set inside a woven basket with a top bow. The basket sits on a hea...
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Figurative Sculptures

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Iron

Antique Chinese Hand Carved Wood Scholars Root Statue of Shou Lao, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Large and beautifully hand carved. Marked at the foot. Additional information: Material: Wood / Bamboo Region of Origin: China Period: 19th century, 20th century Qing (1661 - 1912)...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Gilt Bronze Tibetan Water Moon Guan Yin Avalokiteshvara Statue
Located in Somis, CA
A magnificent gilt bronze statue of Tibetan Avalokiteshvara, the compassionate Bodhisattva Water Moon Guan Yin. Seated on a lotus base in rajalilasana, the "posture of royal ease...
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20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Female Torso, Nude, Glass, Pat de verre, signed Legendre, Daum Nancy, France
By Daum
Located in Wien, AT
A rare woman's torso, called Eurydice, in white pat de verre, beautifully designed according to nature, by Maurice Legendre, from the well-known manufacturer Daum Nancy, France. The...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

An articulated female artist model, walnut and maple wood, France 1920.
Located in Milan, IT
Painter's articulated mannequin depicting a woman, with a metaphysical face. The mannequin is made of carved national walnut wood for the body parts and maple wood for the spheres in...
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Early 20th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures

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Brass

Nymphenburg Limited Edition Skull - Hummingbird - hand painted Nr. 12/25
Located in München, Bavaria
Nymphenburg Porcelain limited edition skull - Hummingbird - attributed to the modern man that is no longer afraid of mento mori. This hand crafted and hand painted skull is a perfect...
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2010s German Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

"Architecture, " Rare, Large Mougin Vase with Nude Male Figures by Goor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large and striking Art Deco vase sculpted by Gaston Goor for the Mougin pottery works in France, this brilliantly-hued piece shows the production of terracotta elements for the fac...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Clay

A large English Antique Plaster " Fidelity" Statue
Located in London, GB
An almost 4.5ft tall Plaster Fidelity Statue from the English Regency/ Victorian period. Good form and scale with some Historic restoration over the years, however as seen in the ima...
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1820s English Regency Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Plaster

Goldscheider Terracotta "Marked, Austria, circa 1898
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Goldscheider terracotta "" Marked, Austria, circa 1898.
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Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

Pair of Elegant Bronze Sculptures
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of beautiful bronze cast female figure statues holding lamps, would make for wonderful outdoor decor.
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20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Andy Warhol-Inspired Carved Alabaster Bananas, Set of 2
Located in Round Top, TX
From the early 20th century, and before, the imagery of the humble banana has always captured our interest and attention. From Claes Oldenburg to Any Warhol and more recently, Mauriz...
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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Limited Edition Cold-Painted Bronze Sculpture entitled "Monaco" by Erté
Located in London, GB
A captivating limited edition Art Deco bronze figure of an elegant beauty wearing a full length gown with a dramatic black and gold shawl draped across her arms with a large decorati...
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20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Makonde Carved Figure
Located in London, GB
A fascinating large hand carved Shetani figure from the Makonde people of Tanzania. Named 'Daudi' which roughly translates to 'beloved'. The Shetani carved figures represent good spi...
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Mid-20th Century Tanzanian Primitive Figurative Sculptures

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Hardwood

Cesare Lapini Alabaster Sculpture Girl and Green Onyx Pedestal
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Take a look at the sensitivity and incredibly well done piece. Loo at the contrast of the creamy alabaster sculpture of a young girl and the beautiful Green and brown onyx base. The ...
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1880s Italian Rococo Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Onyx, Alabaster, Brass

A Beautiful Tapio Wirkkala Rhythmic Veneer Decorative Leaf Dish Soini 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
In most if not in all of his designs, Tapio Wirkkala took his inspiration from the surrounding nature. This is one example with a beautiful figurative sculptural "leaf". The way it's...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Birch

John Rose Coalport Prince of Wales Parian Bust, 1863
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine antique Coalport parian bust of the Prince of Wales sculpted by John Rose and dated 1863. Probably made to commemorate the forthcoming marriage of Albert Edward Prince...
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1860s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Awake Snipe Beak Bird Oak Sculpture by Svend-Aage Holm-Sørensen for Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
Charming teak birds with beaks and great personality. Manufactured in Denmark and designed by the internationally renowned designer, Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Oak

"Poseidon Calming the Sea, " Sculpture w/ Swimmers by Joe Brown Awarded by AAU
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Enormously important, both artistically and historically, this unique bronze depicting a monumental Poseidon figure calming the sea and making space for swimmers to complete below, w...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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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.

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