Plaster Figurative Sculptures

Hollywood Regency standing gold and silvered harlequin sculpture, after the sculpture '"Arlequin" by Rene de St Marceaux (1845-1915).

A romantic depiction of a female nude by early 20th-century French sculptor and artist Émile-Just Bachelet (1892-1981). Living and working in Nancy and Paris, he created a large numb...

A Plaster Cast of the Spinario or ‘Boy with Thorn’, 19th Century Description: The plaster cast after the original ‘Spinario’ now housed in the Palazzo dei Conservatori (Rome), also ...

Modern black & white sculpture of a reclining tribal tattooed African Queen Purchased in France, in the 1960s Unsigned A heavy, impressive, substantial three dimensional work. The sculpted plaster nude female figure, finely modeled with and enameled black body, displaying an extensive 'body suit' of hand-painted Adinkra tribal style tattoos. In general this figures displays Western African tribal symbols, usually associated with Adinkra/Ashanti people of Ghana. For thousands of years, tattoos were seen as a way of curing disease, protecting against spirits, showing affiliation towards groups/tribes, and reflecting personality traits such as bravery, courage, and social status. This sculpture of the reclining nude resting on her clasped arms, The right leg is bent and outstretched to the front with the left leg crossed over the right leg. At the time of posting we have a similar work 'Modern Black & White Sculpture of a Knelling Tribal Tattooed African Queen' Item Reference LU2592329805712 Analysis of selected tribal tattoos on this work: Symbol: Boomerang Tattoo The boomerang tattoo symbolizes the fact that our actions have a way of coming back at us, in short Karma. Symbol: Bracelet Tattoo The bracelet tattoo often symbolizes love and mostly serve as the love knot between different people Symbol: Bullseye Tattoo The bullseye tattoo is the symbol of perfection. Symbol Circle Tattoo The circle tattoo is a powerful ancient image, it is a symbol of completion, the cycle of life, and for some, the idea of perfection. Symbol : Crescent Moon and Star Tattoo The Crescent Moon and Star Tattoo generally represents growth, fertility, and motherhood. It can be a celebration of women, or indicates the woman is going through a transitional period . There is also a romantic association, with the two symbols representing love. Symbol Cross Tattoo The cross tattoo is an ancient symbol which represents eternal life. Other meanings, a symbol of hope in war, or as connection between the physical and the spiritual life. Symbol: Fan Tattoo The fan tattoo is known to represent good luck and generosity Symbol: Flower Tattoo The flower tattoo has multiple meanings. In ancient cultures, flowers were a direct symbol of god's contentment. A modern meaning, represent the love between two people. Symbol: Lightning Bolt Tattoo lightning bolt tattoos often mean power, swiftness and decisiveness. it sometimes has a meaning of a split-second moment. Symbol: Star Tattoo ?Star tattoos often symbolize hope, love and guidance. Symbol: Sun Tattoo Sun Tattoos often represent its ability to heal other meanings is the sun symbolizes the process of going from dark times to seeing the light at the end of that darkness. The sun is the ultimate symbol of light and truth. Symbol : Triangle Tattoo Triangle tattoos symbolize connection, harmony, creativity, wisdom, and growth. Symbol : Wooden Comb...

This is an antique decorative piper figure. A Scottish, plaster statue in the manner of a Scots Guard, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. ...

A plaster sculpture by André Vauthier-Galle (1818–1899). A seated male figure with his hands behind his back. Executed in a very realistic way. The sculpture very much reminds of Auguste Rodins "The Thinker" in its pose. The sculpture has a great patina. The sculpture comes from the workshop of the Swedish painter and sculptor Jonas Åkesson...

An expressive and tactile hand-built plaster sculpture depicting a stylized female form. This piece celebrates the "divine feminine" through a raw, organic lens, featuring robust pro...

"L'Ecorche Combattant" Anatomical sculpture in patinated plaster - Jacques-Eugene Caudron model - 19th century. XX - France Measurements: 70 x 33 x 21 cm

This impressive bust dates back to the 1960s and is made of patinated plaster, which gives it a specific historical appearance. It was originally designed as a practical tool for dis...

Collectible Native American Indian Sculpture with a Horse A playful and very decorative collectible Native American Indian sculpture...

1930s French Art Deco sculpture ’’Border Panther with Cobra'' by Felix Gui. It is signed on the base by the artist. The sculpture of a panther stepping on a cobra is made of terracotta and covered with plaster. Relatively little is known about Felix Guis other than the handful of famous sculptures...

In this listing you will find a striking Modernist sculpture by a renowned Yugoslav artist Venija Vučinić Turinski. The sculpture aligns extremely well with Venija Vučinić Turinski’s...

Over the plaster round base is set the cast of a sculpture of a Discus thrower. Cast for drawing teaching in Academy. Italy 1890 ca.

Important plaster sculpture of a Hidalgo by Coste, 1964.

Ivan MESTROVIC (1883-1962) after, Pensive woman Unsigned plaster sculpture bearing a label underneath "Po Mestrovicu Sanjarenje, 1927 kamen, 88x188 cm, Split, Galerja Mestrovic" (Sma...

Artfully crafted and attributed to Universal Statuary Corp. this collectible Native American Indian statue will look great in any western settin...

John Rogers (American, 1829–1904) “A Frolic at the Old Homestead” Painted Plaster Figural Group, Circa 1890 A large painted plaster figural group after the 1881 model by the America...

A statue of a very charming and goodlooking boy, ideal to store your umbrellas or canes. or just as an eyecatcher in the house.

A stunning early twentieth century hand cast plaster sculpture in the likeness of Saint Aloysius Gonzaga. A beautiful all over patina from time. A realistic composition with beautifu...

Spectacular French Art Deco Grape Picker Sculptures – 1920s Plaster Wall Art – Vineyard Cellar Decor. Add a bold and elegant touch to your space with this rare pair of large French Art Deco sculptures from the 1920s, depicting a man and woman grape...

Axel Waldemaar Johannessen (Oslo 1880 - 1922) Multi-headed giant, with a portrait of playwright Henrik Ibsen Signed and dated (lower left): ‘1912 Johannessen’ Plaster 45 cm (17 ¾ in...

Sculpture Majordome colonial in hand carved plaster. Original piece, on plaster base.   

A Figure of a 1st Century CE Roman ‘Narcissus’, 20th Century Description: The contrapposto male figure modelled from the So-Called Narcissus uncovered in Pompeii in 1862. The youth...

An antique John Rogers Sculptural Group "Checkers", 19th century Measures - 20.5"h x 17.75"w x 13"d Catalogue Note: Ask about DISCOUNTED DELIVERY RATES available to most regions wi...

In this listing you will find a Modernist sculpture titled "My Mother", done by Ivan Mestrovic. The piece is a posthumous reproduction of the famous work of art Mestrovic originally ...

Circa 1900. We offer this fantastic set of study hands saint sculptures. This set of pieces belonged to a sculptor of religious figures who used these models to create the christian ...

Blue Lago A lacquered and varnished marble composite model of a racing car. On a marble and lacquered rectangular wood base. Belzoni finds inspiration in the legendary racing cars ...

This vintage whimsical figurine or sculpture is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in the United States in circa 1970 in a Modern cartoon style. The sculpture depicts a Europea...

Nice sculpture by Austin Production, in plaster stamped 1969.

This impressive sculpture of a female torso dates back to the 1940s and is made of patinated plaster, which lends it a soft, timeless appearance. The work reflects the period's artis...

A fine French bronze sculpture casting or "cire perdue"/lost wax estimated to date back to the 19th century. This interest mold depicts Centaurs and possibly Claudia. Lost-wax cas...

Rosario Russell Fiore (American, 1908-1994) A full length portrait plaster maquette of Georgia Governor and United States Senator Richard Russell Jr., circa 1975. 8 ½ inches wide by 8 inches deep by 29 inches tall Rosario R. Fiore was a prominent American sculptor and member of the National Sculpture Society. Fiore studied at the Mechanics Institute, the National Academy of Design, and the Beaux Arts Academy. Protege of Robert Aitken, he assisted with the creation of the figures in the pediment of the Supreme Court Building, the front of the Archives, and in the Samuel Gompers Memorial. Other notable achievements include serving as a sculptor for the National Park Service and WPA, the Smithsonian, the Department of the Interior, receiving awards for service provided to the US Army, and undertaking commissions for the White House during the Truman and Kennedy administrations. Born in New York, he was active there, in Washington and in Jekyll Island...

Highly unusual in Beatrice Fenton's oeuvre, this dramatic figure of a Black male figure with his arms raised and crossed at the wrist -- either in cele...

Rosario Russell Fiore (American, 1908-1994) A plaster maquette of Atlanta author Margaret Mitchell by Rosario Russell Fiore, 1982. In five pieces. 12 inches wide by 11 inches deep by 23 inches tall Rosario R. Fiore was a prominent American sculptor and member of the National Sculpture Society. Fiore studied at the Mechanics Institute, the National Academy of Design, and the Beaux Arts Academy. Protege of Robert Aitken, he assisted with the creation of the figures in the pediment of the Supreme Court Building, the front of the Archives, and in the Samuel Gompers Memorial. Other notable achievements include serving as a sculptor for the National Park Service and WPA, the Smithsonian, the Department of the Interior, receiving awards for service provided to the US Army, and undertaking commissions for the White House during the Truman and Kennedy administrations. Born in New York, he was active there, in Washington and in Jekyll Island...

Wonderful figurative sculptor of standing woman (Lot´s wife?) in patinated plaster by Danish Sculptor Ejnar Breinholt (1890–1973). Made in the 1930s and hand signed on base by artist.

French pewter hat mold used for shaping a children’s Panama hat. This highly sculptural piece was originally made for a French milliner and served as a working block for forming smal...

A beautiful, stylized bust by Anne Van Kleeck, circa 1950s. Plaster, heavy, this unique sculpture has a real mid-century feel and timeless presence. From the artist's estate. A note about the artist: Anne Van Kleeck was primarily known for her works in cast bronze and ceramics. She attended Ohio Wesleyan University (B.A.) and Ohio State University (M.A.) and spent several years as a professor of art in Ohio and Florida. In 1957, Anne traveled to Venice, Italy to study bronze and lost wax casting, beaten iron and mosaic techniques. During that stay she employed an Italian foundry expert and together they established a small foundry on the island of Murano where they cast bronzes for her one woman show in Venice. Van Kleecks work has won multiple awards and is owned worldwide by private collectors and museums, including the Metropolitan Museum and MOMA in New York. She was contemporaries of and exhibited with Ruth Asawa, Gary Knox...

Carmel A silvered model of a racing car. On a Cheyenne marble or rectangular wood base. Belzoni finds inspiration in the legendary racing cars of the...

A kneeling Aphrodite in glazed plaster, based on an original model by the Greek sculptor Doidalsas of Bithynia, on display at the British Museum, made in the late 19th century. Dime...

An antique Art Nouveau sculpture offers plaster construction depicting portrait bust of a woman on plinth, c1910 Measures: 23.5" H x 11" W x 1...

Whimsical wheeled ceramic and plaster sculptures by artist Scott Rosenthal. The larger sculpture is fired ceramic, and the two smaller car sculptures are pl...

Artist: Karel Hájek This charming Czechoslovak sculpture titled "Children with a Ball" comes from the artistic legacy of author Karel Hájek, who signed the work in 1982. Although st...

19th century art nouveau plaster figure of a woman with bare feet, holding up her dress and crossing over rocky terrain. She is wearing a lovely hat and is surrounded by a floral sw...

1960s Bronze Plaster Sculpture of a Maestro/Conductor on Wood Base An orchestra conductor holds his baton ready to direct a piece of music Base made of wood - painted Verdigris finis...

This statuette in the form of a bust is an immensely elegant example of Czechoslovak decorative art from the early 20th century. Stylistically, it belongs to Art Deco, evident in the...

One of a Kind Abstract Scagliola Sculpture – This unique abstract sculpture is meticulously handcrafted using pigmented scagliola composites, a traditional technique renowned for cr...

Italian Renaissance style plaster ear detail of Michelangelo\'s David statue

A. Amorgasti Sculptor 1936 Bronze Gilded Plaster of An Ancient Greek Hunt Scene "Acadmia" A beautiful bronze gilded plaster sculpture depicting an ancient Greek hunt scene of a shepherd and an eagle. The Shepherd is depicted as protecting his sheep from the eagle. The plaster has been signed and dated 1936. About the Sculptor - We find different ways of writing for his name, such as Antonio...

After Jean-Baptiste CARPEAUX (1827 - 1875). "Woman's face", patinated plaster sculpture

Beautiful sculpture by Karl Hultström, Sweden, early 19th century. Wear and patina consistent with age and use. Glue residue on cheek and neck, see last 3 pictures. Engraved on the b...

This vintage boho plaster bust of a man exudes a unique charm with its eclectic and artistic design. The sculpture's detailed features and textured finish reflect the bohemian style,...

Gaston SCHWEITZER (1879-1962, France) : "Sitting man working a metal piece" Original plaster, unique piece, showing a man sitting down probably hammering a metal piece Signed "G.S...

Beautiful vintage statue of a sitting ballet dancer. Produced by Jihokera in Czechoslovakia in the 1960s. The sculpture is in an excellent condition. There are no damages. Minor age ...

Whimsical French pantomime pierrot clown head sculpture by artist Ira Yeager (American 1938-2022). One of several Ira created from painted plaster composite mounted to a rustic driftwood stand supported by a round concrete plinth...

Superb 1930s Art Deco large figure made from underwired plaster, totally authentic. This is not a modern reproduction. A lovely lady who makes a big statement! Condition is very good...

Alexey's functional sculpture and table lamp draws inspiration from the intriguing world of mushrooms and fungi. The unique shapes of these organisms, connected by an underground roo...

Charming Plaster Sculture by Ruth Milles (Sweden, 1873-1941). A young girl with a bag. Art Nouveau, dated 1906. Ruth Milles is the sister of the world famous sculptor Carl Milles. S...

Italian craftsmanship and early modern design Made in Italy during the interwar period, this mannequin head bridges classical realism and modern stylisation. Its graceful proportion...

Exuding an air of quiet contemplation, this vintage plaster head sculpture is a striking example of Mid-Century artistic expression. The piece fe...

The statue is made of plaster, shows signs of use, has chips in some places (see photo) Original condition