Figurative Sculptures
20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Plaster, Paint
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Stoneware
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Mahogany
1980s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Composition
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Goatskin, Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Enamel, Nickel
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Olive
Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Cherry
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic, Wood
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass, Steel, Bronze
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Gold Plate, Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Alabaster
1950s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic, Porcelain, Paint
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Clay
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Crystal
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Metal, Bronze
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Opaline Glass
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Stone, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Stone, Bronze
2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic, Porcelain, Paint
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Gold Leaf
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Enamel
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
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.