Figurative Sculptures
Mid-20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
2010s European Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Lacquer
2010s European Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1930s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s European Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1940s Hungarian Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
2010s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Resin, Fiberglass
Mid-20th Century Ivorian Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Mid-20th Century Ivorian Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1960s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Pottery
1940s German Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s European Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
2010s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Metal
2010s European Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
2010s British Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1930s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Silver, Bronze
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
1960s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Mid-20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Clay
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
1950s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Other, Wire
2010s British Modern Figurative Sculptures
Wood, Cedar
2010s British Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures
Copper
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s British Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures
Copper
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Belgian Black Marble, Metal
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
2010s British Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
2010s British Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures
Copper
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Sterling Silver, Gold Leaf
2010s British Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures
Copper
2010s British Modern Figurative Sculptures
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Stone
1950s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1950s Polynesian Folk Art Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Figurative Sculptures
Steel
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Figurative Sculptures
Stone, Brass
1950s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Stone, Metal
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Figurative Sculptures
Steel
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Limestone
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Spelter
2010s American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Maple, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Silver
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Figurative Sculptures
Concrete, Bronze
2010s American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Walnut
2010s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
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.