Figurative Sculptures
1980s Danish Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1970s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Steel
1980s Spanish Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Paper
1990s French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Enamel
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
1970s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Glass
Late 20th Century European Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic, Porcelain
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1970s Austrian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1970s French Expressionist Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Clay, Porcelain
Late 20th Century European Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Marble
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass
1980s American Folk Art Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1960s Spanish Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1970s French Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Clay
1980s Post-Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Pottery, Wood
1970s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1970s American Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass, Nickel
1990s English Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Late 20th Century European Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Marble
1980s Belgian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Pine
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Late 20th Century Dominican Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Late 20th Century European Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Stoneware
1960s French Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Late 20th Century Swedish Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1990s Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Late 20th Century European Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Marble
1990s Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 20th Century Native American Figurative Sculptures
Acrylic, Paper
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1980s Mexican Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
1980s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
1970s Nepalese Other Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass, Bronze, Zinc
Late 20th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Late 20th Century Beninese Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1960s Belgian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Iron
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Iron
1980s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1990s Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Acrylic
1980s Belgian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Pine
1990s Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Pewter
1970s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Stone, Travertine, Brass
1960s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Late 20th Century Canadian Native American Figurative Sculptures
Antler
Late 20th Century Japanese Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1970s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1980s Belgian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Pine
1980s Belgian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Pine
1960s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Pottery
Late 20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Metal
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.