Figurative Sculptures
20th Century African Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
20th Century Unknown Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Silver
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Glass
20th Century French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Crystal
20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures
Giltwood, Lacquer
Late 20th Century American Craftsman Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Anglo-Indian Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
20th Century Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Stone
1940s American Rustic Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Iron
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Brass
20th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Alabaster
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1940s American Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1980s American Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic, Paint
20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Alabaster
1980s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1950s Malian Tribal Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ebony
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Concrete
1960s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble
1950s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1970s French Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Crystal
Mid-20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Belgian Black Marble, Metal
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1950s Italian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1940s Italian Classical Roman Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Anglo-Indian Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1910s Belgian Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Oak
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Onyx, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Sterling Silver, Gold Leaf
1960s American Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Onyx, Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
1950s Unknown Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Figurative Sculptures
Concrete, Bronze
1980s Italian Folk Art Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
20th Century American Craftsman Figurative Sculptures
Pottery
1910s French Other Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
20th Century European Greco Roman Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Late 20th Century American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Clay, Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Figurative Sculptures
Spelter
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.