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Figurative Sculptures For Sale
Period: Late 19th Century
Period: Early 1900s
Nice Late 19th Century Carrara Marble Group of Drunken Silenus by Rougelet
By Benoît (Benedict) Rougelet
Located in New York, NY
A Nice late 19th century Carrara marble figural group of Drunken Silenus by Rougelet Depicting three putti, with Silenus being held aloft, surrounde...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Beautiful Late 19th Century Gilt and Patina Bronze Inkwell
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful late 19th century gilt and patina bronze inkwell Depicting a bronze sleeping cherub lying on a gilt bronze settee, opening up to two ink holders.
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Marquis Collection of Beverly Hills Swan Sculptures
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Marquis Collection of Beverly Hills Pair of Unique Swan Sculptures Featuring Aluminum Beaks Black Lacquer body with tan & black Lacquer Accents ...
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1880s North American Regency Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Aluminum

‘The Finding of Moses’, a Marble Figural Group by Pietro Bazzanti, circa 1870
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
‘The Finding of Moses’ - An Important Florentine White Marble Figural Group, by Pietro Bazzanti on a carved Rosso Levanto Pedestal. Italian, circa 1870. Incised to the base ‘P. Bazzanti , Firenze’. The sculpture depicts the Pharaoh’s daughter in classical dress and wearing the Egyptian...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Interesting Pair of Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Chenets
Located in New York, NY
An interesting pair of late 19th century gilt bronze chenets Each depicting Bacchus, wrapped in grape vines, flanked by a cherub and standing on a bronze base.
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Bronze Study of a Boy Collecting Fruit in His Wide Brimmed Hat
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A bronze study of a boy collecting fruit in his wide brimmed hat, he is wearing a jerkin and breeches over a shirt rolled up at the sleeves, with one hand to his mouth and the other holding his upturned hat in which he has collected the fruit, impressed foundry stamp ‘A*D’. French, circa 1880. It is believed that the foundry mark is that of the fondeur Alfred Daubrée...
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1880s French Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Bronze Sculpture of Venus on a Terracotta Marble Base
Located in Lincoln, GB
A bronze sculpture of Venus on a terracotta marble base, circa 1900 Measures: Height 53cm Width 19cm Depth 16.5cm.  
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Early 1900s Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Gilt Bronze by the Vienese Sculptor T.Curts
By Vienna Bronze
Located in London, GB
A gilt bronze by the Viennese sculptor T.Curts, depicting a running man in oriental dress. Vienna.
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Late 19th Century Austrian Other Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Au But Antique Bronze Sculpture 3 Nude Runners by Alfred Boucher France 1890
Located in Antwerp, BE
Au But, Antique bronze sculpture of 3 nude runners by Alfred Boucher with the Siot founders' signature. Patinated bronze on red marble base. France, circa. 1890. Entitled To the go...
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1890s French Romantic Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Terracotta Bas-Relief Athena Minerva End 19th/20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Terracotta Bas-Relief Athena Minerva End 19th/20th Century Italy - Tuscan H: 26cm 18cm x 3,5cm 2kg very good condition
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Late 19th Century Italian Modern Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

Large Italian Giltwood Ornamental Corona Crown, Late 19th Century
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Italian Architectural Element Giltwood 19th Century Carved Corona Crown Large gilt-wood element, featuring decorative acanthus leaves, carving around the...
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Late 19th Century Italian Folk Art Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Giltwood

Late 19th Century Ormolu Gilt Bronze Sculpture Angel
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A graceful sculpture of a winged angel. The sculpture is made of casted bronze with an ormolu gilt patina. On a hemisphere, the inside of the sphere is filled with plaster, for a sta...
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1870s French Neoclassical Revival Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze, Ormolu

Evocative Signed Bronze Sculpture of Male Nude
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Striking classical bronze sculpture of a male nude standing on a ball having incredible attention to detail and marvelous gesture.
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Early 1900s American Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

19th Century Italian Grand Tour Bronze of Romulus and Remus Founders of Rome
Located in Stamford, CT
19th Century Italian patinated bronze of Romulus and Remus being suckled by the she wolf. Beautiful cast of this interesting subject, mounted on a ro...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Slate, Bronze

19th Century Grand Tour Style Bisque Porcelain Rhyton Form Vase
Located in Forney, TX
A striking antique European Grand Tour style bisque porcelain rhyton form vase, circa 1875 Continental, most likely German, late 19th century, exceptionally executed sculptural form...
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Late 19th Century European Grand Tour Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Sevres Clay Soldiers Unpainted
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of Sevres soldiers In original clay carvings before enameling. Very rare never seen before. France, circa 1890.
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1890s French Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Clay

19th Century Continental Gilt Bronze Sculpture of Soldier
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th Century Continental Gilt Bronze Statue of Soldier. Continental gilt bronze figure of a Classical soldier, late 19th century, with sword extended, resting on a gilded octagonal m...
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1880s French Empire Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Memento mori, skull with butterfly wings, Germany 1874.
Located in Milan, IT
A Memento Mori from Wunderkammer, depicting a skull, plaster cast covered with butterfly wings, applied to the crown-shaped skull and to the mosaic-type wooden base. The year 1874 is...
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1870s German Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Plaster, Wood

19th Century French Life Size Bronzes Holding Dog Head Cornucopias c.1870
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century French pair of life-sized bronze, depicting partially nude maidens elevating a torch. These statues, boasting a commanding stature and large presence, are elegan...
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1870s French Other Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Pair, Louis XV Style Signed Gilt-Bronze & Samson Porcelain Floral Figures C 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
Samson, Edme Et Cie (Founded 1845), circa 1880. A very fine grouping of two porcelain displays: 1) Depicting Harlequin couple dancing after the original Meissen "Commedia Dell'art...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

A Grand Tour equestrian bronze of Marcus Aurelius, after Hopfgarten
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Grand Tour equestrian bronze of Marcus Aurelius, after Hopfgarten, after the antique, shown astride a prancing horse with no reins and a Sarmatian saddlecloth with no stirrups, his...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

19th Century Italian Grand Tour Bronze of Atlas On A Stand With Turtle
Located in Stamford, CT
Italian Grand Tour bronze in the Renaissance style of Atlas on an elaborate tripod base ending in hoof feet. The Greek god Atlas is is depicted naked on top holding the world upon hi...
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Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique Adjustable Dressmaker Skinny Mannequin , Austria, 1890s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A great looking originally used by Austrian tailors and dressmakers for draping, alterations, and creating the latest fashion, this vintage dressmaker mannequin is also a great piece...
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1890s Austrian Folk Art Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Biscuit porcelain sculpture by Raphaël Nannini
Located in Paris, FR
Statuette in biscuit porcelain representing a nude woman seated on a rock after the Italian sculptor Raphaël Nannini. Engraved on the back: "Nannini" and numbered "78" and stamped VT...
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Early 1900s French Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Marble Sculpture of Venus & Cupid by Mathurin Moreau
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant sculpture in Carrara marble depicting Venus (Aphrodite) wearing a light veil, seated on a rock with Cupid (Eros) at her feet, carrying a large bouquet of flowers and surround...
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Early 1900s French Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

French Antique Stately Bronze Napoleon on Prancing Horse Sculpture, Marble Base
Located in Lisse, NL
Handcrafted. Practical size sculpture of imperator Napoleon Bonaparte. If you are a collector of good quality antiques having to do with (French) historical figures then this rare a...
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Antique Adjustable Dressmaker Curvy Mannequin , Austria, 1890s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A great looking originally used by Austrian tailors and dressmakers for draping, alterations, and creating the latest fashion, this vintage dressmaker mannequin is also a great piece...
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1890s Austrian Folk Art Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Pair of Centennial 10" Bronzes of Washington & Franklin, Circa:1876
Located in Alexandria, VA
These statuettes of George Washington & Benjamin Franklin were hand cast, probably in France in the 1870s, to be sent to the USA for sale during the 100 year anniversary of the Ameri...
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1870s European Federal Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Late 19th Century Sculpture of Maria with Baby Jesus Biscuit Porcelain
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful biscuit porcelain sculpture, depicting Mary with baby Jesus on her arm. The sculpture is marked on the bottom, but the sign is ...
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1890s French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

END OF THE 19th CENTURY BRONZE SCULPTURE DAVID AND GOLIATH WITH MARBLE BASE
Located in Firenze, FI
Beautiful bronze sculpture cast with the lost wax technique, depicting the young David standing with his sword raised, symbol of his victory over the giant Goliath, whose suffering h...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century Bronze Sculpture Of A Boy With Geese By Auguste Moreau
Located in Norwood, NJ
Auguste Moreau (1834 - 1917) Fine quality bronze sculpture of a young boy being confronted by a mother goose as he holds her baby. rich light brown patina. Signed and mounted on a ro...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Pair of Green Glazed Chinese Sancai Alter Fu Dogs Circa 1900
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This exquisite pair of green Chinese Sancai-glazed Fu Dogs from circa 1900 is a stunning representation of historical artistry. With their vibrant emerald hues and tri-color detailin...
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Statue of Venus in Bronze signed BARBEDIENNE 19th century
Located in PARIS, FR
Large bronze (height: 0.63m), with medal patina, representing Aphrodite, goddess of Love, crouching. An exaltation of the taste for movement and torsion, this work is a revival of t...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Pair Of Bronze Sculptures/Bookends By Emile Laporte
Located in Norwood, NJ
19th century French bronze sculptures of young farm boys by Emile Laporte (1858 - 1907), France. One boy carrying a basket of flowers, the other a bundle of sticks. Signed, mounted o...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Folk Art Antique Carved Walnut Statue of Abraham Lincoln Circa 1880s Era
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a very large, larger than life, folk art or primitive carved statue of Abraham Lincoln. The piece looks like it was made by a naive artist and was from a northern New Jersey ...
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1880s American Folk Art Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Walnut

19th Century French Terracotta Sculpture Composition Signed G. Coudray
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a lady's office or a library shelf with this elegant antique figure. Sculpted in France circa 1890, the terracotta statue sits on a separate walnut base, and depicts a young...
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Late 19th Century French Country Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Earthenware, Terracotta

Japanese Meiji Period Carved Wood Okimono Man with Rabbits
Located in Newark, England
The charming figure, carved from a single piece of wood is exceptionally carved showing the male figure with humorous expression holding two Rabbits one by the ears and the second under his arm. A third Rabbit stands at the feet of the male looking up, each rabbit with a different expression. The male figure is wearing traditional Japanese attire with his hair tied back stood upon a naturalistic base. The figure dates to the Meiji Period (1868-1912) circa 1900. Notes The Rabbit is one of the 12 animals to feature in the Japanese Zodiac signs which follows the Chinese astrological system along with the Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig. Such division is connected with the Jupiter cycle around the Sun, which lasts about 12 years. As 2023 is the year of the Rabbit...
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Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Paul Dubois 1827-1905, Harlequin Sculpture, Bronze, France, circa 1880
Located in Greven, DE
Paul Dubois - The Harlequin France bronze around 1880 Dimensions: H x W x D: 59 x 19 x 18 cm Description: Figure standing on an almost square base. The base, with the appearance o...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Faun with Cymbals in Bronze Italy Late 19th Century
Located in Milano, IT
Bronze sculpture depicting faun with cymbals on red marble base.
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1880s Italian Other Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Late 19th Century Dress Form Mannequin
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Shapely dress form mannequin from the 19th century. In good working order, on castor wheels. Has minor water stains, no tears or damage to the fig...
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1880s American Industrial Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Iron

Acteon Greek Hunter by Adrien Etienne Gaudez French Bronze Statue Sculpture 46"
Located in Dayton, OH
A remarkable French Bronze sculpture of Acteon by Adrein Etienne Gaudez. The statue is sculpted in lifelike detail, featuring Acteon with a bird in his outstretched arm, standing on ...
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Late 19th Century Classical Greek Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Rare Gilt Bronze Sculptural Group By Emmanuel Fremiet (1824 - 1910)
Located in Norwood, NJ
Emmanuel Fremiet (1824 - 1910) Gilt bronze figural group of a Satyr battling a bear, signed: E. Fremiet with foundry mark: F. Barbedienne Fondeur. Latin transcription on base: Teree ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Set of Four Antique Ormolu Roundels by Mathurin Moreau
Located in London, GB
Set of four antique ormolu roundels by Mathurin Moreau French, Late 19th Century Height 3cm, diameter 44cm This set of four sculptural panels is crafted by the renowned French met...
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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Ormolu

Agathon Leonard (Fr 1841-1923 Danseuse Au Cothurne
Located in Dallas, TX
AGATHON LÉONARD (FRENCH, 1841-1923) Danseuse au Cothurne Signed 'A Léonard' (on reverse) with Susse Frères foundry cachet, further stamped 'M' Gilt Bronze, light brown patina 21 i...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Rustic European 19th C. Academic Plaster Fragment Roman Foot Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Giant academic plaster fragment of a Roman foot wearing a sandal. Beautiful patina and details. 19th century.
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1890s French Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Plaster

Antique Italian Limestone Statue of Diana the Huntress and Her Dog, C. 1890
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-carved from Italian limestone, circa 1890, this beautiful Neoclassical statue is a unique interpretation of the famous Diana of Versailles statue (the 1st or 2nd-century marble,...
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Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Stone, Limestone

A Late 19th century Hand Crafted Clay Sicilian Head of a Young Man
Located in Catania, Sicilia
A black painted clay head handcrafted in Sicily in the late 19th century, the head it's in original condition and shows signs of aging, which contribute to their charm and authentici...
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Late 19th Century Sicilian Neoclassical Revival Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Iron

Lifeguard Bronze Patina Statue on Stunning Marble Pedestal Signed by GUILLEMIN
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
Lifeguard Bronze Statue on Stunning Marble Pedestal Signed by GUILLEMIN 🌟 A unique piece for art enthusiasts and passionate collectors! We are offering for sale a magnificent lifeg...
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Early 1900s Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Chinese Carved Wood Emperor
Located in Dallas, TX
Chinese carved wood emperor with bone carved eyes. Carved wood restoration to top of hat and some splits to the wood due to age.
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1890s Chinese Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bone, Wood

19th Century French Infant Bronze Busts After Jean Antoine Houdon
Located in New York, NY
Antique patinated bronze figures of laughing and crying infants after the original models by Jean-Antoine Houdon (1741-1828). Each in good condition with chip losses to the circular...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Magnificent Central African Carved Exotic Wood Statue, circa 1900 -1X25
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Central Africa with this magnificent large-scale statue, crafted from exotic wood and dating back to circa 1900. This striking piece of African art showcases exceptional craftsmanship and intricate detailing, capturing the essence of traditional sculptural forms. Standing tall with impressive dimensions, this statue depicts a graceful female nude figure, exuding a sense of elegance and beauty. The artisan's skillful handiwork is evident in the meticulously carved details, from the fluid contours of the body to the subtle facial features and flowing lines of the hair. Crafted from exotic wood native to the region, this statue embodies the cultural and artistic traditions of Central Africa, serving as a testament to the creativity and ingenuity of its creators. Whether displayed as a focal point in a curated art collection or as a statement piece in a contemporary interior, this extraordinary statue is sure to captivate and inspire. With dimensions of Height 69 cm x Length 18 cm x Width 15 cm, this very large African wood statue...
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Early 1900s Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Carrara Marble Bust Sculpture Signed H. Moreau, France, circa 1890
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Carrara marble bust sculpture signed H. Moreau, France, circa 1890.
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

Antique 19th Century Italian Marble Figure Emblematic Of Africa c.1880
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Crafted in the mid-19th century, this antique Italian marble sculpture portrays a graceful African lady draped in robes. Crowned with an elephant head, she delicately holds up a smal...
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1880s Italian Other Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Antique Hand-Carved Gothic Style Quasimodo / Hunchback of Notre Dame Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
Very rare, 19th century statuette of Victor Hugo's famous novel character. If you are a collector of rare novel and/or famous movie characters then this 19th century sculpture of Quasimodo, better known as the Hunchback of Notre Dame...
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Late 19th Century French Gothic Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

19th Century Orientalist French Bronze Statue of Arabian Warrior
Located in New York, NY
Large patinated bronze figure of a proud Middle Eastern male. Signed in the cast, Koenig with Patent 1888 Paris. Apparently designed as a stick stand.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

G Bareau, Falconer, Signed Bronze, Late 19th Early 20th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Large bronze with a brown patina of a young falconer, signed G Bareau and bearing the initials HE (probably the founder) Wear of time with the patina Georges Bareau (1866-1931) is ...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Orientalist arab Bronze Sculpture After Couderc (Joueuse de Mandoline)
Located in New York, NY
Female mandolin player, Joueuse de Mandoline, after the French sculptor, Couderc, active late 19th to early 20th century.
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1890s French Romantic Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Italian Carrara Marble Nymph Figure
Located in Newark, England
Fine Italian Carrara marble of a Nymph. The figure stood upon a rocky plinth partially nude with a draped robe seen pouring water from a large urn as she looks on. The beautiful carv...
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Late 19th Century Italian Classical Greek Antique Figurative Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

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.

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