Figurative Sculptures
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Gold Leaf
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Metal
19th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Giltwood
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
19th Century German Rococo Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1980s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Figurative Sculptures
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf
19th Century German Rococo Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
19th Century German Rococo Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Late 20th Century German Rococo Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Lucite, Driftwood
18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Figurative Sculptures
Quartz, Gold Leaf
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Pottery
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Glass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Stone
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Copper
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Blown Glass
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bamboo, Rattan
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass, Wrought Iron
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1990s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Israeli Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Gold Leaf
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Pottery, Terracotta
20th Century Costa Rican Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
19th Century French Mid-Century Modern Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Figurative Sculptures
Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf
18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Figurative Sculptures
Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Brass
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Beech, Teak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
1990s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Glass, Art Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass
Early 1900s French Mid-Century Modern Antique Figurative Sculptures
Pine, Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Resin
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Enamel, Nickel
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.