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Figurative Sculptures For Sale
23” Raoul Larche 'L'Idée, Allégorie sur un Rocher' Gilt Bronze Inkwell
Located in Dallas, TX
Raoul Larche (1860-1912) Monumental Inwell vide pouch. 'L'Idée, Allégorie sur un Rocher' A Gilt-Bronze Inkwell, circa 1900 Figural Centerpiece, Inkwell and vide pouch. Gilt-bronze H...
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1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

19th Century Classical Bronze Draped Female Sculpture, Signed Delafortaine
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Patinated cast bronze classical female bronze figure of a draped woman, signed Delafontaine. The Delafontaine bronze factory was first established ...
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19th Century Neoclassical Revival Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Neapolitan Italian Carved Wood Sculpture "The Finger" 1960's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1537 Neapolitan hand carved wood sculpture "the Finger" Beautiful detailed carving
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1960s Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Hardwood

Augusto Rivalta (Italian 1838 - 1925) Satyr Dancing, Bronze Sculpture
Located in Germantown, MD
Augusto Rivalta (Italian 1838 - 1925) Satyr Dancing Bronze Sculpture. Late 19th Century 8" Width x 9" in Depth and x 18.5" Height. Plinth is 6" in diameter.
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Late 19th Century Italian Greco Roman Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century Silvered Bronze Athénienne Jardinière by Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A French silvered-bronze athénienne by Ferdinand Barbedienne, Paris, last quarter 19th century with a revolving liner, the frieze applied with bucrania suspending ribbon-tied berried laurel swags above a border of bellflowers on a stippled ground above three seated female sphinxes issuing stylised foliage and scrolls on lion monopodia cast with the mask of Hercules, scrolling foliage and anthemions joined by stretchers, raised on a concave-sided triform marble base on a further thin silvered-bronze base, inscribed to the tripod base 'F. BARBEDIENNE' Measures: 103.3cm. high, 41.5cm. diameter; 3ft. 4 3/8 in, 1ft. 4 1/4. This impressive athénienne is a key reminder of the longevity of a particular model and design’s success from Antiquity through to the 19th century and up until this day. Typically known as the ‘Trépied du Temple d’Isis’, this athénienne is designed after the Roman antique originally found at Pompeii and now at the Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples (fig.1). From being for example an inspiration for the baptismal font of Napoléon’s son in 1811, this model was the inspiration to many highly skilled makers throughout the 19thcentury such as the Manfredini brothers from Milan and of course the Parisian well-established bronze founder Ferdinand Barbedienne who executed the present example. The Temple of Isis was a Roman temple dedicated to the Egyptian goddess Isis and was among one of the first discoveries during the excavation of Pompeii in 1764. Certainly considered as one of the most elegant examples of antique tripods, the existence of this model was then popularized to the rest of Europe via prints, one of the first being by Giovanni Battista Piranesi in 1779. This type of tripod was also popularised by an engraving in C. Percier and P. Fontaine’s, Receuil de Décorations Intérieures of 1801. Interestingly, there is also a watercolour now in the Musée Carnavalet, Paris, showing this type of tripod displayed at the 1801 Exposition des Produits de L’Industrie in the Louvre. The passion for Greek and Roman Art in the 19th century. The discovery of Pompeii and Herculaneum around the middle of the 18th century gave rise to a new passion for Antiquity and the excavated masterpieces renewed the repertoire of fine and decorative arts and served as models for Neoclassicism. Members of the aristocracy as well as connoisseurs, particularly in England, completed their education by undertaking a ‘Grand Tour’ of Italy and often fell victim to the recently unearthed Greek and Roman artefacts...
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19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Silver Plate, Bronze

Pair of Sandstone Atlases, Cornelius Andreas Donett (attributed to, 1682-1748)
Located in Greding, DE
A pair of monumental atlases made of marbled sandstone from the Main-Franconia region. Formerly part of the gate portal of the house ‘Zu den zwei Bären’ (At the Two Bears) at Töngesg...
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1720s German Baroque Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Sandstone

Pair Italian Neoclassical Grand Tour Sienna Marble Souvenirs of Temple Ruins
Located in New York, NY
A very fine and early pair of Roman Neoclassical Period Grand Tour Sienna marble models of the Temple of Castor and Pollux and the temple o...
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1820s Italian Greco Roman Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Siena Marble

Gilt Bronze Smiling Manjushree Tibetan Buddha
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful, brightly gilded bronze statue of Tibetan Bodhisattva Manjushree. Seated in vajrasana on double lotus base, his right hand holding the sword of wisdom and his left hand i...
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20th Century Tibetan Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Decorative solid brass sculpture, parrot, 1970s Palm Beach- / Hollywood- Regency
Located in Stockholm, SE
This rare brass sculpture in the shape of a parrot. with black painted wood base, is the perfect office buddy. Get inspired by the office of Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé. H...
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1970s European Hollywood Regency Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Brass

"Fan Dancer" by Demetre H. Chiparus
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
"Fan Dancer" by Demetre H. Chiparus (1886-1947). Patinated and cold painted bronze and ivory on onyx and marble base. Alberto Shayo (1993) "Chiparus, Mas...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Onyx, Marble, Bronze

Vintage Mid-Century Pedal Car Fire Truck
Located in Chicago, IL
Vibrant, sleek and full of character, this vintage pedal car was once the prized possession of children all across America. A popular toy since the late 19th century, pedal cars expe...
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Figurative Sculptures

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Steel

Important pair of 19th Century, ormolu mounted Meissen Parrots. 49cm
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A rare pair of 19th-century Meissen porcelain Parrots with ornate gilded ormolu mounts, highlighting their luxurious craftsmanship and potential royal associations. The mounts, chara...
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19th Century German Rococo Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Natural Amber Hand Carved Figurine of a Skull with Owl
Located in New York, NY
Natural Amber Hand Carved Figurine of a skull with qwl solid amber that was carved by hand in to this In great Condition Ready to place on any desk or shelf. size is approxim...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Multi-gemstone

1860 Meissen Porcelain Figurine Waiter
Located in Vienna, AT
For sale in this ad you can find the prettiest little porcelain figurine. It was manufactured by Meissen Porcelain in the 1860s. The figurine depicts a water carrying a tray with foo...
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19th Century German Rococo Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Gold Plate

Giant Frog Sculpture in Green Lucite
Located in New York, NY
A mesmerizing must-have in solid green acrylic, our giant frog looks fab anchoring a tablescape or makes a great focal point in an unused fireplace. Our ov...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Acrylic

Large Patinated Bronze Sculpture of "Salome" by Charles Octave Levy
By Charles Levy
Located in New York, NY
A large patinated bronze sculpture "Salome" by Charles Octave Levy . Modeled in the orientalist style holding a sword in her hands, standing on a shaped plinth. Beautifully cast and ...
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1870s French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Large Hand Carved Driftwood Sculpture Zues Bust Statue Greek Roman Mythology 29"
Located in Dayton, OH
A large driftwood carving of Zues. Handcarved with natural detail from a very heavy piece of driftwood. In ancient Greek mythology, Zeus is th...
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Late 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Driftwood

Gilt Bronze Tibetan White Tara on High Pedestal 10 lb
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful 10 lb, gilt bronze statue of Tibetan White Tara. Seated in dhyanasana on a 4-tier lotus pedestal rising above holy beast on padmasana (single petal row lotus throne), both hands in Karana mudra to expel evils. Her small exquisite face with serene expression, with downcast eyes under high arched brows, wearing a high crown and long beaded necklaces ands rosette earrings. The beast with vivid expressions, bells and a saddle draped...
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Late 19th Century Tibetan Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Figure di Contadini Porcellana Italiana Cappe 1960s Allegoria dell Abbondanza
Located in Milano, MI
Coppia di Figure in Porcellana Policroma di Giuseppe Cappè raffiguranti Contadina e Contadino risalenti agli Anni 60 raffiguranti l’allegoria dell’abbondanza, due personaggi astanti ...
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1960s Italian Neoclassical Revival Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Contemporary Decor "Boom", Black & White Marble, Numbered, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
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2010s Italian Industrial Figurative Sculptures

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Siena Marble

French Art Deco Bronze Nude Female Dancer
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco bronze figure of nude female dancer on a square black marble base (attr: Marie-Louise Simard)
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20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Art Deco bronze sculpture dancing nudes by Claire Colnet Country dance 1925
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco bronze sculpture dancing nudes, COUNTRY DANCE by Claire Jeanne Roberte Colinet. Bronze, patinated. Red marble base with gilt bronze plaquettes...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Graceful 53” Quan Yin Terracotta Sculpture Buggha of Compassion
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique impressive 50” high terracotta sculpture of Quan Yin , Buddha of Compassion. Stands tall and. Slender, figure of infinite grace, her gently composed features conveying the su...
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1950s Thai Chinoiserie Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

Cupid, Bronze, Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Lost wax casting. Marble base. The god of love is distinguished from classical mythology by the quiver of arrows on its back and by the wings that are butterfly instead of feathered...
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20th Century European Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Fine Tang Dynasty Pottery Statue of Guardian, TL Tested
Located in Greenwich, CT
A very refined, unusual and important lively modeled pottery statue of guardian, dramatic and powerful pose, early Tang dynasty, 618-907AD, comes with Oxford authentication TL test...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

Demetre Chiparus Rare Bronze Sculpture Group "Seating Pretty" 3 Children Version
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Rare 3 children version of DH Chiparus "Sitting Prety" sculpture. Bronze Sculpture on marble base. Signed in the marble. Excellent condition. French. Circa...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Early 20th Century Carved Wood Mannequin on Carved Wood Base
Located in New York, NY
A rare and interesting carved wood mannequin resting on a carved wood base from the first part of the 20th century.
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Early 1900s American Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

19th Century Pair of Napoleon III Andirons in Patinated Bronze
Located in Paris, FR
Impressive pair of patinated bronze firedog andirons in Renaissance style. They are decorated with alternating vases of flowers topped by winged cupids...
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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Handsome vintage Greco Roman male figurative sculpture
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid-century vintage classical style Greco Roman figurative sculpture. This sculpture has a patinated dark bronze finish to the surface. This Greco Roman style sculpture is ...
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1970s American Greco Roman Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Plaster

Ming Dynasty Carved Ancestor Figure
Located in Chicago, IL
Marvel at the exquisite artistry of this carved wood Chinese Ming Dynasty (1368 to 1644) ancestor figure—a captivating depiction of a seated man adorned in the distinguished attire o...
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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Cold Painted Orientalist Vienna Bronze by Franz Bergman
Located in Denton, TX
Cold painted orientalist Vienna bronze of a middle eastern man with a women by Franz Bergman. On the back of her robe is the B inside of a ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century Carved Musical Figures - Set of 7
Located in Charlottesville, VA
This is a nicely carved set of musicians. They are all standing on barrels.
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19th Century German Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bone

Guframini God
Located in Milan, IT
Gufram icons have become smaller and have turned into Guframinis! Designed in a 1:8 scale the new miniatures perfectly reproduce the famous original sculptures. Each "mini" creation ...
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2010s Italian Figurative Sculptures

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Resin

Guframini God
Guframini God
$483 / item
Court Lady Statue with Egg and Spinach Pattern Kimono and Holding a Dog
Located in Yonkers, NY
A small Chinese vintage statue of a court lady dressed in an "egg and spinach" patterned kimono and holding a small dog. Tilting her head slightly to t...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Vintage Curtis Clawson Maritime Copper Bronze Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Curtis Clawson (20th century) metal maritime sculpture depicting a boat tied to a branched tree fragment. Crafted of copper or bronze and has green ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze, Copper

Stunning Art Nouveau Style Bronze Piece / Vase
Located in Tarry Town, NY
A truly stunning gilt bronze Art Nouveau style decorative piece / vase with Exterior hand carved design details. The piece / vase is in great condition . Minor wear consistent with a...
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19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Contemporary Copper Apple Sculpture by Robert Kuo, Repoussé, Limited Edition
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Apple Sculpture Antique Copper Dark Antique Copper Hand Repousse Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering...
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2010s Figurative Sculptures

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Copper

Madame Juliette Recamier Bronze Bust After Joseph Chinard
By Joseph Chinard
Located in New York, NY
Madame Juliette recamier bronze bust after the original model Joseph Chinard (1756-1813), mounted on a granite base.
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Contemporary "Eggs Carton Gold", All Pieces Numbered, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
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2010s Italian Industrial Figurative Sculptures

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Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Hand-Carved Seated Female Nude Sculpture in Walnut signed Aldo Calo
By Aldo Calo
Located in New York, NY
This deeply felt and beautifully made Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Carved Seated Female Nude Sculpture in Walnut signed Aldo Calo (B. 1910) originates from Italy, C. 1968. A brilliant ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Antique & Amazing Quality Hand Carved Wood Sculpture / Pilgrim Traveler Statue
Located in Lisse, NL
Best fine quality sculpture with a monogram 'CV' or 'VC'. Unfortunately we don't know who the maker of this sizeable and very impressive work of art is. However, when somebody is ca...
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Early 20th Century European Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Italian Art Deco Style Terracotta Sculpture of A Nude Woman with Red Flower 1945
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1757 Italian terracotta female nude sculpture with hand painted flowers and necklace
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1940s Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

Charles Vyse British Studio Art Pottery Figure of Cineraria Boy, circa 1925Art D
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Charles Vyse British Studio Art Pottery figure of cineraria boy, circa 1925.
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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Pottery

Italian Bronze Sculpture of Emanuele Filiberto, Duke of Savoia, Carlomarochetti
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
An Italian bronze equestrian sculpture of Emanuele Filiberto, Duke of Savoia, by Baron Carlo Marochetti, the duke wearing full arm...
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19th Century Italian Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Art Deco 1930s Original Ceramic Figurine
Located in Devon, England
A beautiful, elegant, stylish, Art Deco lady figurine seated on a draped seat. She is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips or restoratio...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

teak plane representing the Concorde
Located in grand Lancy, CH
teak plane representing the Concorde
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1970s European Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Teak

A 19th C. Italian Carrara Marble Statue of Dancing Faun by A. Frilli, Firenze
Located in New York, NY
A Life-Size Italian 19th Century Carrara Marble Statue of a Dancing Faun with Cymbals signed by A. Frilli, Firenze. This piece is after the original model by Massimiliano Soldani (I...
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1880s Italian Classical Roman Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

Magnificent Italian Torso Carrara Marble, Early 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Magnificent Italian Torso Carrara Marble Early 20th Century H: 48cm The height is including the base Good conditions.
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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

Italian Marble Statue Sculpture by Romanelli
Located in New York, NY
Finely carved Italian Carrara marble Title: Amore E Psiche Artist: Pasquale Romanelli (1812-1887) Origin: Italian Date: 19th century Signature: Signed Prof. P. Romanelli/Fire...
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19th Century Italian Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

Italian 19th Century White Carrara Marble Bust of a Young Maiden
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A lovely and high quality Italian 19th century white Carrara marble bust of a young maiden, signed R. Batelli. The wonderfully charming statue depicts a young maiden wearing a finely...
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19th Century Italian Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

Temple Guardian in Repose: Thai Carved Ceremonial Figure
Located in New York, NY
This carved wooden sculpture represents a ceremonial temple guardian, designed to protect sacred spaces. The guardian is depicted lying down with arms crossed under the chin, exuding...
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Early 20th Century Thai Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Antique Bronze Sculpture, Signed "Barye", Basset Hound, Antoine Louis Barye
Located in Greven, DE
This particular bronze sculpture of the famous model of Antoine Louis Barye (1796 - 1875) shows a great elaborated basset dog. This version of Barye´s "Chien Ba...
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1920s French Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Hercules Burnish brass cup with Carrara marble base
Located in Firenze, FI
Elevate your kitchen decor with our burnished brass cup, perfect for adding a touch of rustic charm to your space. Made of high-quality brass and featuring a...
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2010s Italian Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Brass

Sandro's Inri: a Contemporary Minimalist Sculpture and Objét Trouvé, 2017
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Sandro's INRI is a stunning contemporary minimalist sculpture that's sure to impress and inspire. Created by the talented artist Sandro in 2017, this sculpture is an objet trouvé that has been masterfully intervened to give it new meaning and purpose. This incredible objet trouvé is a masterpiece of visual poetry, taking a vintage double bass case...
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2010s German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Exclusive Book Antológica Berrocal 1955- 84 Sculptures & Work of Miguel Berrocal
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Exceptional and extensive compilation of the magnificent work and autobiography of Miguel Berrocal, ranging from exhibitions and collections to his monumental works, passing through ...
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1980s Spanish Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Paper

Ardmore Ceramic Crocodile Rider
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Grandiose, striking, remarkable. This Ardmore Ceramic sable vase is a sophisticated piece sculpted and painted by the great Ardmore duo Sabelo and Jabu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Figurative Sculptures

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Earthenware

Large Antique Asian Wood Sculpture of the Laughing Buddha
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very large antique Asian wood carving of the iconic Laughing Buddha. The sculpture has great form, the Buddha with his right hand resting ...
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19th Century Asian Ming Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Ashanti Maternal Fertility Figure
Located in Atlanta, GA
On offer is an Ashanti female fertility figure from Ghana, West Africa, circa Mid-20th century. Carved from a single block of wood, the statue depicts a female with typical coiffure ...
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Mid-20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Figurative Sculptures

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Glass, Wood

Ashanti Maternal Fertility Figure
Ashanti Maternal Fertility Figure
$2,000 Sale Price
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Sandstone Carving of Two Demons Riding on Elephants
Located in Kastrup, DK
500-600 year old sandstone carving. The sculpture is depicting 'Two demons riding on elephants'. From Buddha pagoda / temple in Arakan, Burma, 1400-1500. Untouched and in original condition with great patina. Mounted on light sandstone plinth...
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16th Century Burmese Other Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Sandstone

1960 Vide Poche Sculpture in Wood, Animals Holding a Bowl
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
African Vide Poche and sculpture, withanAnimals holding a bowl in wood, 1960 Sculpture in wood.
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1960s Beninese Minimalist Vintage Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

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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