Figurative Sculptures
1950s Polynesian Folk Art Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1960s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble
1980s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain, Wood
1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Belgian Black Marble, Metal
1950s Italian Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1910s Belgian Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Oak
20th Century Regency Figurative Sculptures
Leather
1920s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Pottery
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Early 1900s Italian Antique Figurative Sculptures
Marble
20th Century Native American Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Stone
1910s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Carrara Marble
Mid-20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1940s American Rustic Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Silver
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Limestone
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Spelter
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Figurative Sculptures
Carrara Marble
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century French Other Figurative Sculptures
Stone
Mid-20th Century Ivorian Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1970s Indian Hollywood Regency Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Pewter
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Figurative Sculptures
Concrete, Bronze
20th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Alabaster
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Brass
1940s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Stone, Metal
20th Century African Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Early 20th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1950s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
18th Century French Antique Figurative Sculptures
Metal
18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Figurative Sculptures
Rock Crystal
20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
20th Century Unknown Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Crystal
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
20th Century Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Stone
Early 20th Century Anglo-Indian Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Late 20th Century American Craftsman Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures
Giltwood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Crystal
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Lucite
20th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
18th Century French Baroque Antique Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1980s American Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic, Paint
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.