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Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

ART DECO STYLE

Art Deco furniture is characterized by its celebration of modern life. More than its emphasis on natural wood grains and focus on traditional craftsmanship, vintage Art Deco dining chairs, tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture — which typically refers to pieces produced during the 1920s and 1930s — is an ode to the glamour of the “Roaring Twenties.” 

ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs
  • Use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood
  • Metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes
  • Embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory

ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship.

Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu.

The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)

Art Deco textile designers employed dazzling floral motifs and vivid colors, and while Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked, they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture.

From mother-of-pearl inlaid vitrines to chrome aviator chairs, bold and inventive works in the Art Deco style include chaise longues (also known as chaise lounges) and curved armchairs. Today, the style is still favored by interior designers looking to infuse a home with an air of luxury and sophistication.

The vintage Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes dressers, coffee tables, decorative objects and more.

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Style: Art Deco
Art Deco Geo Maxim Female Figure, c1930
Located in Devon, England
- Art Deco Geo Maxim female figure - Delightful 1930s Art Deco French figure depicting a girl holding a basket of flowers in polychrome. The base is solid highly polished marble. Signed Geo Maxim. The piece is in Excellent condition with No damages at all and has a wonderful patina and just some age related wear to the cold painting. Ideal size for displaying in any Deco collection /setting. Georges...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Spelter

Fountain in Marble, Year: 1920, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Fountain: Marble Roso Verona Rosso Francia marble, also known as Rouge incarnat or Languedoc, is a historical French marble used since the 19th century for churches and noble palace...
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1920s Italian Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Art Deco Woman Sculpture Bookends, France, 1920s
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco female figure - Sculpture bookends, France, 1920s. Pair of female bookends in silver plated finish, great pose in the Art Deco style, made in France. We have specialized in...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Metal

Pair of Ceramic Hands 1920s in Art Deco
Located in bari, IT
Refined pair of 1920s ceramic hands Art Deco.
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1920s Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Pair of Ceramic Hands 1920s in Art Deco
Pair of Ceramic Hands 1920s in Art Deco
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"Innocence" by Demetre H. Chiparus
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
"Innocence" by Demetre H. Chiparus (1886-1947). Patinated bronze and ivory on marble base. Alberto Shayo (1993) "Chiparus Master of Art Deco" p. 74.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Salvado Voltas, "the Hunt", Spain Art Deco Period 1920s
Located in PARIS, FR
Superb and rare sculpture of the hunt by Salvado Voltas. In bronze with medalized patina on a base of green and brown white veined alabaster, Spanish Art Deco school...
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1920s Spanish Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster, Bronze

Art Déco Wood sculpture seated nude woman. By Philippe.Edition S.A.S.Paris.1925
Located in Köln, NW
Very rare fine french Art Déco wood sculpture "seated nude woman" by Paul Philippe. Edition S.A.S.Paris . France 1925. The sculpture was carved from wood, signed by the artist Paul P...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Rosewood

6" Tall Art Deco Nude Female Flapper Bronze Sculpture on Green Onyx Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
6" Tall Nude Flapper girl standing tall with her legs slightly apart, exuding confidence and poise. Her bob style is pulled back, emphasizing the smooth lines of her neck and face. H...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

French Art Deco Bronze Crucifix, 1920
By Peter Hartmann
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Bronze Crucifix by Peter Hartmann, Switzerland, 1920s. Elegant and rare French Art Deco bronze crucifix by Swiss sculptor Peter Ha...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

"Sprites with Amphorae, " Rare Pair of Art Deco Bronze Candlesticks with Nudes
By Edward McCartan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Entirely charming and whimsical, this Classic -- and rare -- pair of bronze candlesticks depict male and female sprites, each standing on a gilded sphere and carrying an Amphora. The...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

French Art Deco Bronze Figurative Sculpture with Pheasants on Exotic Marble Base
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Art Deco sculpture was produced in France, circa 1930 and procured in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It features a dancing nude female form in bronze holding a pheasant in each arm. The piece sits on a cylindrical exotic black marble pedestal with a cylindrical body, wrapped in a beveled ring...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

'Striding Woman' Ferdinand Preiss Art Deco Bronze Sculpture of a Nude Woman
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco patinated bronze sculpture of a nude woman with arms outstretched in a striding pose. Set over a marble and onyx base. Signed F. Preiss to base. fine original condition, ...
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1920s German Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

"Neptune & Salacia Riding Dolphins, " Large Art Deco Sculptures, Peach and Green
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large, bold and unique, this pair of Art Deco sculptures, originally designed to serve as lamp bases, depict Neptune and his wife Salacia r...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

B V Fernandez. An Art Deco bronze figure on an onyx base
Located in London, GB
B.V. Fernandez, an Art Deco bronze figure, of a bare-breasted torch bearer, impressed 'Fernandez' and 'Uruguay 252,' on a green onyx base.    
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20th Century Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Onyx, Bronze

Erte "Peace" Patinated Bronze Sculpture
Located in Astoria, NY
Erte (Romain de Tirtoff, Russian/French, 1892-1990) "Peace" Gilt and Patinated Bronze Sculpture, 1984, signed "Erte" to verso and stamped in cast "236/500 UM / FINE ART ACQUISITIONS ...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Art Deco sculpture Vendanges by Max Le Verrier dancing nude with grapes, 1940s
Located in Ulm, DE
Art Deco sculpture of a dancing woman with grapes – collectible décor for wine lovers. This elegant Art Deco sculpture, titled Vendanges (French for “Harvest”), captures the spirit ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Metal, Spelter

Solid 1920's Art Deco Judd Manufacturing Co. Blue cast Iron Bellhop Doorstop
Located in Red Lion, PA
1920s Art Deco Cast Iron Bellhop Doorstop by Judd Manufacturing Co. This delightful 1920s Art Deco cast iron doorstop by Judd Manufacturing Co. captures the timeless charm of a hote...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Iron

Art Deco Cold-Painted Bronze Sculpture of a Dancer by Josef Lorenzl
Located in Germantown, MD
An attractive 20th Century Art Deco cold painted bronze figure of a dancer with her arms rearstretched in an elegant pose. The sculpture exhib...
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20th Century Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Onyx, Bronze

"The Crusader" by Maurice Constant
By Maurice Constant
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
"The Crusader" by Maurice Constant (1892-1970). Bronze and ivory sculpture on marble base. Bryan Catley (1978) "Art Deco and Other Figures" p. 120 France, CIRCA 1920
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1920s Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Bronze sculpture by Samuel Lipschitz
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Bronze sculpture with silver plating, green polychrome skirt and Belgian black marble base. Signed Samuel-Lipschitz France, CIRCA 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Art Deco Cobalt Porcelain Figurine Two Dancing Sisters Royal Dux Bohemian
Located in Uppsala , SE
This is a porcelain figurine by Royal Dux, depicting two dancing women, often referred to as "Dancing Sisters" or "Dancing Ladies". This figural group was created by Elly Strobach K...
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1930s Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Art Deco Bookends Pierrot and the Lady with a Fan Spelter on Marble
Located in Ulm, DE
Bookends Pierrot and lady with fan White bronze with original patina on a base of Portor marble Original Art Deco, France 1930s Dimensions: Width: 22 cm Height: 19 cm Dept...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Spelter

Antique Female Artist Mannequin Figure Sculpture Lime Tree, France
Located in Munich, DE
Rare female articulated mannequin from an artist’s studio in Paris, circa 1910-1920. The charming figure is carved from lime tree and signed on the back: Marquette Artistique C.M.B –...
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1910s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Rare American Art Deco "Woodikin" Store Mannequin by Oscar Segall 1930s
By Woodikin, Oscar N. Segall
Located in Buffalo, NY
These wonderful American Art Deco "Woodikin" carved and airbrushed mannequins are almost impossible to find and when they do turn up they have usually lost color, paint and arms or a...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Art Deco 1930s Original Ceramic Figurine
Located in Devon, England
A beautiful, elegant, stylish, Art Deco lady figurine seated on a draped seat. She is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips or restoratio...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Amazing "Les Nymphes de la Fontaine" Early 20th Century Art Deco Bronze
Located in Madrid, ES
Amazing "Les Nymphes de la Fontaine" Early 20th Century Art Deco Bronze Bronze - decorative plates H: 44, L: 10.5cm France Signed E.J.
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Nude Seated Woman Terracotta, by Dry Morin 1940-1950 France
By Morin Dry
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Beautiful representation of a nude woman seated, terra cotta by Morin Dry. Art Deco Signed on the base, 1940s.  
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

"Artist's Model, " Rare and Important WPA Era Sculpture of Male Nude
By Raymond Turner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautifully sculpted from a ruddy block of mahogany and finished with a patina that gives it a lovely glow, this piece is a superb example of WPA-era sculpture. The artist, Raymond T...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Mahogany

JP Morante 'High Kick' An Art Deco Cold Painted Bronze Sculpture
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco cold painted bronze sculpture by JP Morante.
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique Buddha Head Gilt Bronze Asian Sculpture, Home Decorative Spiritual Art
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique Gilt Bronze Buddha Head – Asian Sculpture, 20th Century, Decorative Spiritual Art for Collectors & Interiors A serene and finely cast gilt bronze Buddha head, measuring 9.5 cm x 8 cm x 14 cm, exuding timeless spiritual beauty and decorative elegance. This piece features a gilded surface with rich golden tones contrasted by the dark, textured curls of the Buddha’s hair. The gently downcast eyes, elongated earlobes, and subtle smile radiate inner peace and enlightenment — hallmarks of traditional Buddhist sculpture. Crafted in bronze and finished with gilding, this Buddha head is not only an object of devotion but also a striking decorative accent for refined interiors. Its compact size makes it versatile for display on a console, bookshelf, meditation space, or as part of a larger collection of Asian or spiritual art. Material: Gilt bronze Dimensions: 9.5 cm (H) x 8 cm (W) x 14 cm (D) Finely cast with serene expression and detailed hair curls Ideal for collectors of Buddhist, Asian, and spiritual art Beautiful decorative piece for home, meditation rooms, or galleries This antique Buddha head represents both spiritual symbolism and aesthetic refinement, appealing to collectors, interior designers, and anyone seeking a rare, meaningful, and decorative sculpture. Gilt bronze Buddha head, antique Buddhist sculpture, Asian gilt bronze statue, spiritual decorative art, collectible Buddha head, antique bronze Asian art, rare Buddhist interior décor, small bronze Buddha...
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1960s Southeast Asian Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Metal, Gold Plate, Sheet Metal, Gold Leaf, Bronze

Gilt Bronze, Art Deco Nude Dancer with Tambourine, Eugène Désiré Piron
Located in Petaluma, CA
A graceful gilt bronze period Art Deco figure of a nude young lady holding a tambourine as she dances. Mounted on a colorful marble base and signed by ...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Early 20th Century Bronze Sculpture entitled "Cloaked Lady" by Josef Lorenzl
Located in London, GB
An attractive early 20th Century Art Deco cold painted bronze figure of an elegant beauty dropping a cloak thats draped across her shoulders. The bronze exhibiting excellent colour a...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Pair Of Vintage Art Deco Figures, German, Decorative Statuette, After F. Preiss
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of vintage Art Deco figures. A German, cellulose and gilt metal decorative statuette, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Delightful pair of Aphrodite figures with fine Art Deco taste Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout Cellulose form presents a wonderful creamy hue Quality gilt metal offers deep tonality to the costume forms Standing upon circular marble socles and dressed with green baize Engraved in the manner of Johann Philipp Ferdinand Preiss...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Metal

Atalante by Jean de Marco for Max Le Verrier, Art Deco Spelter Sculpture, 1920s
Located in Ulm, DE
Elegant and powerful French Art Deco sculpture titled Atalante, designed by Jean de Marco (1898–1990) for Max Le Verrier in the 1920s. Though named after the mythic Greek runner, the...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Sandstone, Spelter

Art Deco patinated and silvered bronze figure of a nude, by Armand Lémo
Located in New York City, NY
An original French Art Deco bronze sculpture of a nude dancer with a veil by Armand Lemo 1881-1936 An exceptional and rare French Art Deco statue showcasing a polychrome figure of...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Marble Torso Statues
Located in Queens, NY
2 American Art Deco style life-size marble statues of female torsos wearing singlets and mounted on rectangular stands. Modern (PRICED EACH)
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20th Century American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Carl Schmitz Plaster Sculpture, circa 1940
By Carl Schmitz
Located in Sharon, CT
Schmitz was an important German-American figurative sculptor of the 1930s-1940s. Studied with J.Wackerle. Commissions include: Brooklyn B...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Plaster

Art Deco porcelain figure c. 1920 Bajazzo ROSENTHAL by HIMMELSTOSS
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Art Deco Porcelain Figurine c. 1920, Bajazzo, Rosenthal, by Himmelstoss This is an Art Deco porcelain figurine, Bajazzo model, by Rosenthal, designed by Himmelstoss around 1920. The ...
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20th Century German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Art Deco Figural Girl and Swan, France, circa 1930
Located in Devon, England
Very charming and original 1930s French figural group, features a young nude lady sat down reaching out to a swan, she has a styled hair cut of her era. The ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Spelter

Art Deco Original 1930s 'Girl in Hoop' Figure, England
Located in Devon, England
Superb 1930s Art Deco large female nude figure made from underwired plaster, Totally authentic. This is NOT a modern reproduction . A lovely lady who...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Plaster

Art Deco Sculpture Young Girl Running with Greyhounds by Geo Maxim
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
An original Art Deco Sculpture / Girl with flowing dress / hair running with two streamlined greyhounds on portoro Marble Base. Signed to the base by well known French Art Deco artis...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Spelter

Art Deco Life-Size Patinated Cast Bronze Model of a Female Hand Dated 1926
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Life-size patinated cast bronze study of a ladies hand with a bracelet on her arched wrist which is raised on a support dated 1926.
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Vintage Art Deco Bronze Nude Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
A very attractive vintage art deco bronze nude sculpture, circa 1940s. The piece is in good condition and measures 3"W x 4"D x 12"H. The sculp...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Early 20th Century Art Deco Sculpture "Hoop Girl" by Ferdinand Preiss
Located in London, GB
A charming early 20th Century Art Deco cold painted bronze figure of a young girl in period attire standing holding a hoop behind her back , raised on a shaped marble plinth and sign...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Statue of a Dancer by Molins
Located in Praha, CZ
Beautiful art deco sculpture signed by Charles Henri Molins. The sculpture is signed by the author in the corner of the marble base.
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Spelter

Terracotta Déco Sculpture Signed Pleasant Nude
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Terracotta nude - dated 2th April '43 and signed on the back. Discrete and elegant - Perfect in a beach house or in a ..bathroom ! O/5238 -
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

Francois Emile Decorchemont Pate De Verre Mask of Pan
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare and large pate de verre molded sculpture of the mythological God Pan. Very thick and heavy; this glass piece is primarily bluish green with yellow, reds and orange. The likeness is uncanny with perfectly modeled facial features and traces of his goat horns. This piece was said to exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum in 1971 but there is no documentation. The mask is stamped Decorchemont on his right cheek. For serious collectors of Art Deco - Art Nouveau rare and beautiful glass, circa 1915. Measures: Height: 7.75 inches (19.75 cm) Width: 5 inches (12.8 cm) AVANTIQUES is dedicated to providing an exclusive curated collection of Fine Arts, Paintings, Bronzes, Asian treasures, Art Glass and Antiques. Our inventory represents time-tested investment quality items with everlasting decorative beauty. We look forward to your business and appreciate any reasonable offers. All of our curated items are vetted and guaranteed authentic and as described. Avantiques only deals in original antiques and never reproductions. We stand behind our treasures with a full money back return if the items are not as described. François-Emile Décorchemont...
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1910s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

Goldscheider Art Déco Dancer In Butterfly Skirt, by Josef Lorenzl, ca 1931
Located in Vienna, AT
Gracefully posing dancer in a predominantly red costume: bustier and floor-length, wide, high-slit skirt with butterfly-wing-like decoration in blue and yellow, holding it up with ou...
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1930s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Goldscheider Art Déco Twin Dancers 'Dolly Sisters', by Stephan Dakon, ca 1939
Located in Vienna, AT
Two graceful dancers in long, low-cut and high-slit red dresses with large floral decorations, posing facing each other with their upper bodies tilted backwards and holding the ends ...
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1930s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

French, Art Deco Terracotta Athlete Sculpture by Bargas
Located in Houston, TX
This fabulous French Art Deco patinated terracotta sculpture of a nude male athlete is signed Henri Bargas. This well executed scul...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

Sculpture of Male Head done by Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in Houston, TX
Sculpture of male head, silvered plated brass. Inscribed on the bottom, "Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien" Austria, c. 1920s 16"h x 10.5"w x 3.5"d
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1920s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Brass

Art Deco Substantial Chrome Female Dancer , England, c1930
Located in Devon, England
Standing over 30 cm tall and in fabulous condition is this superbly stylish Art Deco lady in the fashion of the day dance pose. The statue is made of high-quality chrome material, en...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Brass, Chrome

20th Century Art Deco Bronze Entitled "Chinese Legend" by Erté
Located in London, GB
"Chinese Legend" by Erté An eye catching limited edition cold painted Art Deco bronze figure of an elegant beauty in a full length costume resembling a Fenghuang. The bronze surface with excellent colour and detail, signed Erté, numbered 50/500, dated 1988 and with foundry mark. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height: 55 cm Circa: 1988 Foundry: Seven Arts Materials: Bronze Book Ref: Erte – The Last Works by Eric Estorick Page No: 152 SKU: 8260 ABOUT Erté Sculpture...
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20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Sculpture “Woman seated with greyhound” by Armand Lémo
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Sculpture called “Woman seated with greyhound” by Armand Lémo (1881-1936), made of silver-plated bronze and onyx marble base. LEMO signature with foundry coin Casa Vignes DE M.v. Sa...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Onyx, Marble, Bronze

"Archer", Highly Rare, Spectacular Art Deco Bronze Sculpture by Riolo
By Salvator Riolo
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Although it seems that every major sculptor in the Art Deco period yearned to depict a nude archer pulling on his bow to claim his target in the distance, starting with Antoine Bourd...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Venini Glass Pumpkin Sculptures by Napoleone Martinuzzi, 1920's Murano
Located in London, GB
Two Pumpkin Sculptures by Napoleone Martinuzzi circa 1928 for V.S.M. Venini & Co., blown glass applied with pasta glass with gold foil applications ...
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1920s Italian Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Jumping Trouts by André Vincent Becquerel
Located in Bochum, NRW
André Vincent BECQUEREL bronze Trouts figurine, Artist’s edition, France 1930s. A beautiful, authentic representation of two Trouts in green and brown pat...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Bookends, French, c1930's
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration are these very stylish pair of Art Deco bookends depicting two Antelope climbing on a wall of black ebonised wood. Originating from France and dating to the 19...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Wood, Ebony

Early 20th Century Cold-Painted Bronze Entitled "Veronica" by Josef Lorenzl
Located in London, GB
A very fine early 20th Century Art Deco cold painted bronze figure of a naked beauty in the midst of a graceful movement, with excellent colour and fine hand finished detail, raised on a shaped onyx base and signed Lorenzl ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height: 21 cm Width: 15 cm Depth: 7 cm Condition: Excellent Original Condition Circa: 1925 Materials: Bronze and Onyx Book Ref Art Deco and Other Figures by Bryan Catley Page No: 214 SKU: 8698 ABOUT Lorenzl Veronica Josef Lorenzl, Austrian 1892 ~ 1950 Lorenzl Veronica – When looking to the designs of the Art Deco period one talented sculptor and ceramist that cannot be ignored is Josef Lorenzl. A master designer, his bronze statuettes and ceramic figural work epitomise the era perfectly. As with Preiss, Chiparus and Colinet the other great sculptors from this period, Lorenzl was inspired by the female form and the new found freedom that women enjoyed, which he executed beautifully both in his bronze and ceramic designs. Pictured right: A Josef Lorenzl Cold-Painted Art Deco Bronze and Ivory Deco Lady with Decoration by Crejo – Circa 1930 – Modelled cast and carved as a young woman adopting a stylish pose, her costume decorated with enamelled flowers, onyx plinth, base signed Lorenzl, dress signed Crejo 10.5/8 in. (27 cm.) high. Sold for £6,250 at Christies, London (Feb 2014). Josef Lorenzl Cold-Painted Art Deco Bronze and Ivory Deco Lady with Decoration by Crejo – Circa 1930 Although very little is known about Lorenzl’s early life we are aware that he was born in Austria in 1892 and was soon to become one of the most talented sculptors of the Art Deco Period. He started by working for a bronze foundry in Vienna Arsenal where he produced stunning Art Deco bronze statuettes. The majority of his works in bronze and ivory were of singular slim female nudes with long legs which conveyed elegance. His preference was for dancing poses which were not only evident in his singular statuettes but also in those attached to marble clocks, lamp bases and bookends. Like his contemporaries Lorenzl work was created in bronze or by using “Chryselephantine”, a Greek word which refers to the combination of various materials such as bronze, ivory, gold and silver. He signed his pieces in various ways sometimes abbreviating his name to ” R Lor”, “Lor” or “Enzl” but on some of the statuettes you will find an additional signature by Crejo. A talented painter who worked alongside Lorenzl, Crejo would paint decoration onto the statuettes such as flowers and these are the figures which bear his signature. Far more desirable with Crejo’s painting these can command a premium at auction. Recently Bonhams sold an example of Lorenzl’s work with Crejo decoration for £10,500 but the pieces created by Lorenzl alone generally fetch in the region of £2,000 – £12,000 depending on the subject matter and size. A Josef Lorenzl (1892-1950) Cold-Painted Art Deco Bronze and Onyx Timepiece with Deco Lady ~ Circa 1920. Pictured left: A Josef Lorenzl (1892-1950) Cold-Painted Art Deco Bronze and Onyx Timepiece with Deco Lady ~ Circa 1920. Modelled and cast as a crouching nude female figure holding a dial with onyx face, on onyx plinth raised on slate base, apparently unsigned11½ in. (31.7 cm.) high. Sold for £4,700 at Christies, London (Nov 2013). From his designs in bronze and ivory Lorenzl went on to work for the Austrian ceramics company Goldscheider. Again creating stunning sculptures of the female form collector’s are more aware of this period and his sculptures in ceramic than they are of his earlier bronze and ivory statuettes. Inspired by shape and bold colours Lorenzl’s sculptures had clean lines and geometric shapes. Although each piece possess great movement there was no intricacy or attention to detail and most of his figures wore their hair in the boyish bob which was fashionable at the time, making these simplistic and stylish figurines the epitome of Art Deco Bronze design. One of Lorenzl’s friends Stephan Dakon who he had met whilst working at the bronze foundry had the same vision and style as Lorenzl so it was the obviously thing for Lorenzl to recommend Dakon to Goldscheider when he started to work for them. Taken on as a freelance designer Dakon was of the same mindset as Lorenzl and so much of their work was very similar. People at the time even believed that the two were in fact the same person. Both the artists had an interest in the female form, dance and theatrical costume. This was enhanced with Lorenzl when he took a trip to Paris and visited Folies Bergeres. Famous dancer Josephine Baker was on stage with her chorus dancers, all wearing extremely flamboyant costumes, Lorenzl was captivated by the glamour and outlandishness of the dancers and so on his return to Austria reproduced gorgeous figurines wearing vibrant coloured costumes and in various dance poses. He was also able to use his skill as an Art Deco bronze sculptor to use the earthenware to his advantage. Carving delicate fingers and enhancing the women’s female form Lorenzl set about producing some stunning sculptures. “Captured Bird” was one of his most popular and was created in many different colours and sizes. This particular piece is of a dancing girl with a gossamer winged dress which was inspired by a dance performed by Niddy Impekoven and was also captured onto a lamp base with three figures of this elegant lady dancing around the stand.. Other dancing Deco Lady girl figurines which were created by Lorenzl include “Butterfly Wings,” “Spider-Web Dress...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Onyx, Bronze

French Art Deco Carved Wood Walrus Sculpture, Signed Martini
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French Art Deco carved wood walrus sculpture, Signed Martini. This realistic and unusual French Art Deco carved fruitwood sculpture of a walrus was e...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Fruitwood

Art Deco figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Art Deco figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage figurative sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco figurative sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Austria pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original figurative sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna, Josef Lorenzl, Max Le Verrier, and Pierre Le Faguays. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for figurative sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $50 and tops out at $198,000 while the average work can sell for $3,118.

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