Figurative Sculptures
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bamboo, Rattan
1980s American American Classical Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
1970s American American Classical Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
Late 20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain, Wood
1980s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1980s American Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble
1990s American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Driftwood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass
Late 20th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Unknown Other Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1970s Mexican Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Late 20th Century American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 20th Century Philippine Figurative Sculptures
Wood, Paint
1980s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures
Metal
1980s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble
1990s French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Lucite
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1990s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Lucite, Driftwood
Late 20th Century American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Acrylic
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Copper
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1970s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Empire Revival Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Late 20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1980s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Late 20th Century American Industrial Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1970s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Cast Stone
1990s French Baroque Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass, Wrought Iron
1960s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Plastic, Foam
1960s French Post-Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Brass
1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures
Resin
1960s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1990s European Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Late 20th Century Victorian Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Concrete
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1970s American Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures
Resin
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Stone
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Limestone
1960s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Bohemian Figurative Sculptures
Steel
1960s European Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Steel
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures
Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Stone
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.