Figurative Sculptures
1890s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Alabaster, Siena Marble
1890s French Grand Tour Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1890s Chinese Antique Figurative Sculptures
Agate
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1890s French Antique Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1890s French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
1890s French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Spelter
1890s Italian Grand Tour Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
1890s Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Early 1900s African Tribal Antique Figurative Sculptures
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
1890s English Victorian Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Early 1900s Italian Greco Roman Antique Figurative Sculptures
Other
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Early 1900s German Louis XV Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 1900s European Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Early 1900s French Baroque Revival Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze, Steel, Iron
1890s German Classical Greek Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Early 1900s Italian Antique Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Early 1900s Danish Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1890s German Other Antique Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Early 1900s French Romantic Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 1900s Austrian Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 1900s Czech Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures
Pottery
Early 1900s Italian Art Deco Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Alabaster
1890s French Edwardian Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1890s American Industrial Antique Figurative Sculptures
Brass, Copper
1890s Belgian Folk Art Antique Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Early 1900s German Edwardian Antique Figurative Sculptures
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Indian Victorian Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 1900s French Art Deco Antique Figurative Sculptures
Carrara Marble
Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 1900s French Folk Art Antique Figurative Sculptures
Wood, Paper
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1890s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Carrara Marble, Breccia Marble
Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1890s Italian Islamic Antique Figurative Sculptures
Carrara Marble
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Fabric, Beech
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Ormolu
1890s Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Metal
Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Silver
1890s Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 1900s Swedish Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Carrara Marble
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Early 1900s Antique Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1890s Italian Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1890s Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1890s French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1890s French Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, 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.