Figurative Sculptures
Early 20th Century American Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Brass
1990s French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Enamel
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Limestone
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Copper
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Copper
1970s American Folk Art Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Iron, Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century German Early Victorian Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century English Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Enamel
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic, Stoneware
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Glass
1980s Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Masonite, Paint
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Stoneware
Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1980s French Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century Philippine Anglo-Indian Figurative Sculptures
Mahogany
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Blown Glass
1990s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Crystal
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Lead
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Metal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Gold Leaf
1920s German Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
1990s Danish Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
Late 20th Century American Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1970s Indian Hollywood Regency Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Carrara Marble
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Late 20th Century Italian Other Figurative Sculptures
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century German Figurative Sculptures
Composition, Spelter
Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Crystal
Early 20th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1910s Swedish Neoclassical Revival Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Blown Glass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble
1970s Korean Hollywood Regency Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Primitive Figurative Sculptures
Wood
1990s French Figurative Sculptures
Stoneware
1970s Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Alabaster
1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
1980s French Art Deco Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wire
1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Pewter
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
1990s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Pewter
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Figurative Sculptures
Wood
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.