Figurative Sculptures
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Gold Leaf
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Glass, Uranium Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass, Copper
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Bronze, Copper
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Hardwood
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Iron
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Early 1900s French Mid-Century Modern Antique Figurative Sculptures
Pine, Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Sterling Silver
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Blown Glass
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
20th Century South African Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Zimbabwean Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Stone
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Lucite, Driftwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Metal
1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Silver
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
19th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Pottery
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1980s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Gold Leaf
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
2010s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Steel
2010s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Steel
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass
Mid-20th Century South African Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Fabric, Cotton, Wood
Mid-20th Century South African Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Fabric, Cotton, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Gold Leaf
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Stone
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Glass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Copper
19th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Steel
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.