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Figurative Sculptures For Sale
Style: Neoclassical
Style: Belle Époque
19 Th Century Italian Bronze Flora Bust, Marble, Neoclassical
Located in Valladolid, ES
Exceptional bust of a woman, probably made in 19th century Italy, in patinated bronze, and following a neoclassical style. The head of "Flora" appears resting on a quadrangular base ...
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1860s Italian Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Monumental 19th Century French Plaster Torso of Venus
Located in Houston, TX
Monumental 19th century French plaster Torso of Venus.
This stunning large scale late 19th century French plaster torso sculpture of Venus is well exec...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
17th Century Italian Carving of Scholar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Originally gilded. as notice some traces of gilt residue. From the collection of Verna Harrah. Harra's Casinos.
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Early 17th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
French Bronze of a Seated Boy w/ Lit Lantern, Signed J. Cardona '1878-1923'
By José Cardona
Located in Petaluma, CA
This very sweet bronze depicting a young boy bundled up for a cold night and seated next to his lantern was cast in France by the listed artist Jose Cardona...
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1910s French Belle Époque Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Louis Mendez Modern Ceramic Sculpture of Head
By Louis Mendez
Located in New York, NY
Louis Mendez (American, 1929-2012) Modern ceramic sculpture of a partial face, glazed stoneware, signed. 15" H x 6" W x 7" D.
Dealer: S138XX.
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20th Century American Classical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
19th Century French Bronze Statue of Cupid
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French bronze statue of cupid captures the mischievous cherub just after letting his arrow fly. The classic pose inspired by ancient Greek and Roman statuary...
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1890s French Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Rare L & F. Moreau Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Triumphant Maiden
Located in Guaynabo, PR
After brothers Louis & Francois Moreau, rare bronze sculpture of a maiden. In triumphant posture looking up to heaven, she is holding a wreath of laurel leaves in her right hand and a in the left one that is raised, a bouquet of flowers. She is standing over a rocky surface which in turn is over a round black marble base. She is wearing a long pleated dress.
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Antique Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Bust Sculpture of a Classical Man, 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Neoclassical sculpture offers cast and gilt bronze construction and depicts bust of a Classical man, 19th century
Measures- 12''H x 4.75''W x 6''D
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19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Painter's Palette with Female Figure by Alexandre Charpentier (1856-1909)
By Alexandre Charpentier
Located in New York, NY
Our hanging Art Nouveau period bronze sculpture by Alexandre Charpentier (1856-1909) depicts a lovely female upon a painter's palette.
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Bronze Young Girl with Book and Rose "Distraite" By August Moreau
Located in Norwood, NJ
Auguste Moreau (1834-1917) "Distraite" beautiful patinated bronze of a young girl with open book and roses, with love birds at her feet. Rich brown patina. Original 19th century bron...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brocade
19th Century French Bronze Sculpture "The Lady with the Ducks" Signed Moreau
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique sculpture composition is a beautiful example of the works of one France favorite sculptors, Hippolyte Moreau. Crafted in France, circa 1880, the sculpture features a you...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Female Bronze Figurine After Edouard Drouot
Located in New York, NY
Our patinated bronze figurine of a lovely female holding a bouquet of flowers after Edouard Drouot (1859 - 1945) is entitled Souvenir. Base carries a ...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassical Terracotta Centerpiece Sculpture by Joseph Cheret
Located in New York, NY
Our magnificent centerpiece bowl in terracotta by Gustave-Joseph Chéret (1838-1894) is fashioned as a Venetian gondola with Roman goddess seated at the bow and cherubs clinging to ga...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
18th Century Italian Carved Wood Sculptures, a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
Beautiful pair of antique carved figurines. Italian, circa 1780, the tall sculptures depict two men, probably soldiers, in flowing robes with one arm out stretched.
The elegant fig...
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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Basalt Portrait Medallion, William of Orange, Wedgwood, circa 1785
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A self-framing portrait medallion of William of Orange. The mixed-vase mark dates this example firmly in the 1780s. Wedgwood produced a number of co...
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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Original Meissen Heart-Squeezing Cherub Hand Painted Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
This is a beautiful figurine of a flush little cherub. He is sat on a grassy hill, squeezing two hearts together representing the merging of two people's loves and the possible agony...
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Late 19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Jasperware Buckle, Wedgwood, Matthew Boulton, Circa 1795
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A jasper medallion decorated with Aphrodite, set in cut steel as a buckle, probably by Matthew Boulton. Original box.
The Greek goddess Aphrodite is often depicted in ancient art with a dolphin. In mythology, dolphins were considered sacred to Aphrodite, and they were associated with love, beauty, and fertility. According to one legend, Aphrodite emerged from the sea on a shell-borne chariot drawn by dolphins, and the creatures were said to be her faithful servants. As a result, images of Aphrodite with dolphins became a popular motif in Greek art, appearing on vases, sculptures, and other decorative objects. The association between Aphrodite and dolphins has continued through the centuries, and the image of the goddess with a dolphin remains a popular symbol of love and beauty.
Matthew Boulton (1728-1809) was an English manufacturer and entrepreneur who was best known for his contributions to the Industrial Revolution...
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Mid-19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Cut Steel
Turn of the Century French Bronze Sculpture
Located in High Point, NC
Made at the turn of the century in France, this bronze sculpture exudes a sense of peaceful contemplation. The detailed form depicts a seated woman, clothed in flowing robes. In one hand, dropped at her side, she holds a mirror; her face is turned away in a gesture of pensive serenity. The burnished patina of the bronze lends a gentle glow to the curves of her body and the raised folds of the cloth...
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Early 1900s French Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassical Lifesize Bronze Statue of Psyche, Ludvig Brandstrup, Denmark, 1898
By Gladenbeck’s Bronzegiesserei, Ludvig Brandstrup
Located in Berlin, DE
Neoclassical lifesize statue of Psyche von Ludvig Brandstrup (Danisch 1861-1935) from the year 1898. The statue was manufactured by Walter und Paul Gladenbeck, Gladenbeck’s Bronzegiesserei, Friedrichshagen near Berlin.
Finely chased bronze sculpture with dark patina representing a young standing female nude. Signed and inscribed at the upper side of the base: L. BRANDSTRUP FEC. 98. On the back side of the base signed and inscribed: GUSS v. W. u. P. GLADENBECK. FRIEDRICHSHAGEN.
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Neoklassizistische Lebensgroße Statue der Psyche von Ludvig Brandstrup (dänisch, 1861-1935) aus dem Jahre 1898. Die...
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1890s Danish Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Beautiful Pair of Large 19th Century Bronzes of Cherubs by Victor Paillard
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine pair of beautiful 19th century bronzes of cherubs with gilt bronze details. Hand blown glass flutes signed Victor Paillard. Beautfiul Gri...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Griotte Marble, Bronze
Figure of a Nun, Perhaps Heloise, Bow Porcelain Factory, circa 1750
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A classic example of early bow porcelain.
The figure is of a Dominican Nun, and is based on a continental model, probably Meissen.
Bow produced a number of apparently religious...
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Mid-18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Large Antique French Bronze Statue "La Mélodie", Gaudez and Belleuse
Located in Dallas, TX
Based off the original marble sculpture housed in the Louvre and entitled La Melodie, this large bronze statue of a woman holding a five-strin...
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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Continental Antique Patinated Bronze Sculpture of Drunken Satyr, Late XIX C.
Located in New York, NY
Probably French, this elegant figurine, covered with an original black patina, depicting a tipsy satyr sitting on a stump hugging a bottle of wine, will be a wonderful artistic decor...
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1880s French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Bust of Sir Isaac Newton, Pearlware, Ralph & Enoch Wood, circa 1790
By Ralph Wood Pottery
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A pearlware bust of Sir Isaac Newton, by Enoch Wood. The oak pedestal adds dignity to an attractive rendering of this great man of science. A handwrit...
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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Pearlware
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Composite Figure of Discobulus
Located in Madison, MS
This early 20th century Italian classical composite figure of Discobulus would be a wonderful statement piece in your home of office. It is heavy and was handcrafted out of stone in ...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Pair of Vintage Italian Tole Pineapples
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout pair of midcentury Italian tole pineapple garnitures or objects of art featuring stylized finials over pineapples with leaves on classical bases with a touch of whimsy.
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
French Putti Cherub Candlesticks Signed Sylvain Kinsburger Spelter & Marble S/2
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A charming and heavy pair of Putti candlesticks modeled and signed by the French sculptor Sylvain Kinsburger. The pair are modeled with great detail and a sense of fluid movement, ci...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Metal
Sculpture Scipione Tadolini the Greek Slave Second Half of the, 19th Century
By Scipione Tadolini
Located in SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT, FR
Scipione Tadolini was a skilled sculptor whose broad talent covered the neoclassic to the romantic movements. His ancestors from a dynasty of Roman sculptors exerted a profound and lasting influence on the artistic production of the Eternal City. The Greek Slave fully demonstrates his masterly talent and serves as a reminder of antique models and the orientalist influences characterising the second half of the 19th century.
Scipione Tadolini graduated from the Roman Academy and worked with his father on a series of celebrated portraits and ecclesiastical sculptures for Roman churches including a bust of Cardinal Giuseppe Alberghini for the Gesù (1847) and portraits of various members of the Cini family for the Church of Sant’Andrea della Valle (1844, 1846). Tadolini is also known as the author of a number of large-scale monuments for patrons around the world including an equestrian group of Simon Bolivar for the city of Lima, Peru. One of his best known sculptures is The Greek Slave which appears in his work from the late 1850s forward.The Greek Slave was created in several sizes in two variations: with the figure’s hand either raised to her chest or to her chin. The small number of versions all indicate the sculptor’s careful attention to the human form and passion with exoticism, which can be noticed through the tumbling folds of the present figure's headdress and the finely articulated jewellery...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Henry Schonbauer Terracotta Figurative Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Henry Schonbauer (American, 1894-1973) terracotta sculpture depicting a seated woman, signed to base and to bottom. 15.5" H x 6" W x 7.5" D.
Dealer: S138XX.
Category
20th Century American Classical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Pair of Bronze and White Marble Busts of a North African Man and Woman
By Henry Dasson
Located in London, GB
Pair of bronze and marble busts of a North African man and woman
by C. Caccia, Italian, 1883, the base by H. Dasson, 1885
Measures: Height 44cm, width 35cm, depth 21cm
Provenance: from the collection of the late Sir Arthur Gilbert
This fantastic pair of busts...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Pair of Black Basalt Reclining Figures, Cleopatra and Lucretia, Neale circa 1780
By Neale & Co.
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A fine, rare pair of figures in black basalt from the Neale Manufactory. The Neale pottery was founded in 1778 and ran until around 1792. They made very fine wares, and were on good terms with Wedgwood, with whom they combined shipments to the continent.
For two similar figures marked for Neale & Co. see Diana Edwards, Black Basalt, Wedgwood and Contemporary Manufacturers, Suffolk, 1994, p. 208, figs. 313 & 314.
Cleopatra and Lucretia are two women from different time periods and historical contexts, but are linked by their importance in Roman history, as well as by their tragic ends.
Cleopatra was a famous queen of ancient Egypt, who ruled from 51-30 BC. She was the last pharaoh of Egypt and is remembered for her intelligence, beauty, and political savvy. Cleopatra was involved in a romantic relationship with the Roman general and statesman, Julius Caesar, and later with the Roman general and politician, Mark Antony...
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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Venus de Milo White Granite Marble Female Figurative Statue Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful white granite marble reproduction of Greek goddess 'Venus de Milo' female figure statue sculpture in the Neoclassical style, circa early 20th century, Italy. A great deco...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Granite, Marble
Italian Neoclassical White Porcelain Reclining Man with Cornucopia Sculpture
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous neoclassical style white porcelain sculpture of a reclining man holding a cornucopia
Italy, Circa 1960s
Measures: 11.25"W x 4.25"D ...
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1960s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Louis Kley a Fine Bronze Group of a Young Boy Afraid of Mice
By Louis Kley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Louis Kley (French, 1833-1911) A fine and charming patinated bronze group of a young boy climbing on a vase fearful of two mice. The finely executed bronze group depicting an naked i...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Lead Statue of Mercury, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A charming and rare 19th Century statue of the Greek god mercury made from lead.
This piece features a beautiful antiqued patina with wear & a crack in the back, which only adds to ...
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Late 19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Lead
Bronze Sculpture of Centaur Fighting with Lion with Marble Base from 1800
Located in Milano, MI
Bronze sculpture and marble base depicting the fight of a Centaur with a lion, made in 1800
Ø cm 48 Ø cm 20 h cm 45
The sculpture is not signed by an artist, it represents one of ancient empires...
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1870s Italian Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Important Terracotta Bust of "Marianne", French Revolution, 1794
Located in Doylestown, PA
A historically important and early terracotta bust of "Marianne" the French symbol of the French Revolution, by an unknown sculptor named "Gensoul", depicting the young woman in a draped robe with bow and her hair tied-up with a band. This depiction of Marianne is similar to that of the portrait done earlier by artist Jean-Michel Moreau...
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Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Imposing 19th Century Bronze Torchere, by Coutan
Located in Brighton, Sussex
This very fine patinated bronze figural torchere modeled as a classically clad female musician holding a mandolin and a marble torch. This symbolic representation of Music, falls within Coutan’s allegorical work.
We have a number of marble pedestals this Torchere would stand on.
Inscribed on base: Coutan, Thiébaut Frères, Fondeurs.
Jules-Félix Coutan (22 September 1848 – 23 February 1939) is considered to be one of the most gifted French sculptors and designers of the 19th and early 20th centuries
Coutan studied under the renowned Pierre-Jules Cavelier at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris, and was awarded the Prix de Rome in 1872; after his return to Paris he executed the fountain group France Bearing the Torch of Civilization for the Exposition Universelle (1889), one of the two prominent sculptural commissions for the Exposition grounds.[1] Later he taught at the École des Beaux-Arts from 1900, where he expressed his disdain for the researches of Rodin— fumiste—[2] and the Impressionist sculptors who followed him. Coutan was elected to the Académie des Beaux-Arts in 1905.[3]
Coutan is best known in the United States for the sculptural group above the entrance to Grand Central Terminal in New York City. For Grand Central Terminal, Coutan was contracted to provide a quarter-size scale plaster model of the three-figure allegorical Transportation group, which he developed from 1911 through 1914. The carving was performed by the William Bradley & Son of Long Island City.[4]
Among Coutan's students were Hippolyte Lefèbvre, Raymond...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Escultura Bronce de Milon de Crotona de Pierre Puget
Located in Madrid, ES
Espectacular escultura en bronce realizada en el siglo XIX siguiendo las tendencias del Grand Tour, réplica en miniatura de la afamada escultura que se encuentra en el museo de Louvr...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
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Bronze
Antique Gilt Bronze Fireplace Surround Fender
Located in London, GB
This elegant gilt bronze (ormolu) fireplace fender was created in France in the late 19th century. The item will add splendour and beauty to a fireplace, making it the focal point of a room.
The fender features a pierced rail which is decorated with a central cartouche, flanked by stylized acanthus leaves. The ends of the fender are topped by full-length, semi-nude figures. These include a beautiful young woman and a bearded male, holding a blacksmith’s hammer. The latter can be identified as Hephaestus (or Vulcan), the classical god...
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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
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Bronze, Ormolu
Female and Child Hand Carved Fruit Wood circa 1930 in French Renaissance Style
Located in Miami, FL
Excellent hand carved fruit wood quality for this virgin with child in the Belle epoque style.
The shape and movement of the drapery is really lively.
The patina of the walnut wood...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Fruitwood
Marble Statue of a Young Girl
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
48" tall marble statue of a young girl holding a bouquet of flowers, circa 1920's.
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1920s European Neoclassical Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Large Patinated Bronze Figure of Actaeon by Emile Laporte
Located in London, GB
Large patinated bronze figure of Actaeon by Emile Laporte
French, late 19th century
Measures: height 84cm, width 42cm, depth 44cm
By the French arti...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
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Bronze
Carrara Marble Sculpture "Schiava" Attributed to Giacomo Ginotti, Italy, C. 1890
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Carrara marble sculpture "Schiava" attributed to Giacomo Ginotti (1845-1897). Italy, late 19th Century.
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Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
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Carrara Marble
Seal, I Still Hope, Derby Porcelain Works, circa 1760
By Derby
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A delightul porcelain seal, depicting a young lady, seated on a mound. It is painted with the motto J'ESPRE ENCORE, or I Still Hope. No doubt this was intended as a gift, to be given...
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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Scent, or Perfume, Bottle, in Pale Blue Jasperware, Wedgwood C1790
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A scent bottle in pale blue jasperware, with original silver CAP and dipper.
Decorated with Cupid playing the lyre, and Cupid singing. The God of Love suggests this was intended a...
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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
French 19th Century Neoclassical St. Ormolu And Marble Statue Of Cupid & Psyche
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional and very high quality French 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu and white Carrara marble statue of Cupid offering a rose to Psyche. The statue is raised on a rectan...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Marble Statue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and extremely high quality French 19th century Neo-Classical st. white Carrara marble statue titled Not Wanting To Hear Love. The statue is raised by a oblong base with a ...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
19th Century French Belle Epoque Statue by Victor Rousseau
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Belle Epoque Statue by Victor Rousseau (1865-1954) displays the artist's talents in emulating the style that glor...
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Late 19th Century Belgian Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Spelter
Antique Bronze Sculpture of Woman & Child
Located in London, GB
A lovely antique bronze sculpture, depicting a woman and child from classical times. This was likely made in central Europe around the 1930-50...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Golden Angel Head
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Rare golden angel head, to hang: in the entrance as a welcome, in the bedroom for sweet dreams. Intact, without any retouching.
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Mid-18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
18th Century Italian Carved Polychrome Life Size Putti on Stand with Glass Eyes
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand crafted in Italy circa 1780, the antique cherub stands on a square base decorated with shell and foliage motifs. The hand carved sculpture depicts a life size young boy wearing ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Scent, or Perfume, Bottle, in Pale Blue Jasperware, Wedgwood C1790
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A scent bottle in pale blue jasperware, with original silver cap with chain, surmounted by a wonderfully wrought squirrel.
Note the way the beads have been added individually; this ...
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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Large Gilt, Patinated Bronze and Marble Clock Set by Raingo Frères
Located in London, GB
Large gilt, patinated bronze and marble clock set by Raingo Frères
French, Late 19th Century
Clock: height 73cm, width 29cm, depth 28cm
Candelabra: height 66cm, width 30cm, depth ...
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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Dancing Female Figure
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th century patinated bronze sculpture of a dancing female figure, possibly a sea nymph. The figure stands on a base of seashells and repouses twirling a drape around her body. It b...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
19th Century French Turned Wood Crucifix with Porcelain Bisque Figure of Christ
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
19th century French turned wood crucifix with a porcelain bisque figure of Christ and coordinating cream details. The cream carved wood finials on t...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
Terra Cotta Head Bust of a Handsome Man
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Intriguing bust of a young man made of rustic unglazed terra-cotta great eyes expression, looking forward.
Beautiful object of art for display.
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20th Century American American Classical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century French Belle Epoque Statue by Victor Rousseau
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Belle Epoque statue by Victor Rousseau (1865-1954) displays the artist's talents in emulating the style that glor...
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Late 19th Century Belgian Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
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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.
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