Figurative Sculptures
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Gold Leaf
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Antique Figurative Sculptures
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1950s Lithuanian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Brass
15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Antique Figurative Sculptures
Stone
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Mirror, Resin
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Clay
1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Antique Figurative Sculptures
Limestone
Late 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Resin
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Blown Glass
1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass, Copper
1930s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Pottery
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1990s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Ghanaian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
2010s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Onyx
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Stone
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Plastic, Cowhide, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Late 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Glass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Gold Leaf
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Murano Glass
1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
19th Century German Gothic Antique Figurative Sculptures
Wood, Paint
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Acrylic, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
19th Century French Mid-Century Modern Antique Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Aluminum
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze, Iron
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Kenyan Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Malachite, Marble
Mid-20th Century Congolese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Copper
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.