Figurative Sculptures
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Upholstery, Birch
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Stoneware
1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
1940s French Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Late 18th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Antique Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1790s French Louis XVI Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Late 18th Century French Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1940s American Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Gold Leaf
Late 18th Century Antique Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1940s French Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1940s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1940s European Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Blown Glass
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble
1940s French Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze, Enamel
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Silver
Late 18th Century English Primitive Antique Figurative Sculptures
Earthenware
Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Stoneware
1940s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1940s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Late 18th Century German Rococo Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Late 18th Century German Antique Figurative Sculptures
Pine
Late 18th Century Spanish Antique Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Figurative Sculptures
Other
1940s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Walnut
Late 18th Century Burmese Antique Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1940s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Clay
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Figurative Sculptures
Pottery, Pearlware
1940s Czech Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Enamel
1940s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Late 18th Century English Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1940s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Creamware
Late 18th Century French Antique Figurative Sculptures
Giltwood
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Figurative Sculptures
Giltwood
1940s Hungarian Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Earthenware
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 18th Century Spanish Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Wood, Paint
Late 18th Century Austrian Antique Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1940s Danish Vintage Figurative Sculptures
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.