Figurative Sculptures
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Late 18th Century Italian Empire Antique Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Figurative Sculptures
Tin
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Glass
Mid-20th Century Unknown Figurative Sculptures
Cement
1960s American Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Hardwood
1960s American Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1940s American Adirondack Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Glass
Mid-20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1940s American Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1950s American Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1930s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1960s American Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century German Biedermeier Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1950s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Lucite, Giltwood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Silver
Mid-20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1960s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble
1930s English Egyptian Revival Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Brass, Bronze
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Spelter
1940s German Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Brass
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Stoneware
1960s European Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1940s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1950s American Folk Art Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Hardwood
1940s European Directoire Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Stone
Mid-20th Century Thai Figurative Sculptures
Resin
Mid-20th Century Burkinabe Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Late 18th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Antique Figurative Sculptures
Stone, Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Unknown Empire Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1930s American Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1960s French Other Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1960s Greek Classical Greek Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Stone
1960s Chinese Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Figurative Sculptures
Cast Stone, Marble
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1950s American Minimalist Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Plaster, Wood
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass, Bronze
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.