Modern Figurative Sculptures
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Roger Capron's Wall-mounted Sculpture Portrays a Face Inspired by Picasso.
Located in Stockholm, SE
Roger Capron's Wall-mounted Sculpture Portrays a Face Inspired by Picasso. A Unique piece created in Vallauris, France. Raku, glazes, engravings, and slips. Signed. R. Capron. Emblem...
Category
1990s French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Enamel
DECÒ TERRACOTTA VASE 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
DECÒ TERRACOTTA VASE 20th Century
Handmade
HEIGHT 50 cm
WIDTH 26 cm
good conditions
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Set of Mushroom Sculptures in Cream Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mushroom Sculpture (Set of 2)
Cream Lacquer
Hand Repoussé
Limited Edition
Each piece is individually crafted and is unique.
Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang ...
Category
2010s Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Lacquer
Miguel Berrocal Puzzle Sculpture La Mini Cariatide
Located in Washington, DC
Intricate puzzle sculpture by Spanish artist Miguel Berrocal. Sculpture consists of 25 pieces, plus a wearable ring with a brass heart design. Comes complete with original box and book.
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
French Bronze Surrealist Bronze Apple Sculpture Style of Claude Lalanne
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Bronze Surrealist Bronze Apple Sculpture Style of Claude Lalanne
A charming French Bronze Surrealist Apple Sculpture, made in the style reminiscent of the renowned artist Cla...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
'Rat Dog' Sculpture in Fiberglass by Finn Stone
By Finn Stone
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
We love this piece! Number 2 from an edition of 2, the other was sold recently on Saatchi online, and honestly we don't mind rat dog hanging around, he eats no...
Category
2010s English Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Fiberglass
Bonsai "Purple Thoughts", Handmade in Italy, Sculpture, Contemporary Design
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The Purple Thoughts bonsai is inspired by the beautiful Japanese trees and their flowering.
The materials are wood and metals, representing both the strength of life and the roots ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Artistic Handmade Murano Glass Sculpture Aquamarine Turtle
Located in Murano, VE
Immerse yourself in the beauty of our modern artistic aquatic turtle sculpture, entirely handmade with precision in authentic Murano glass. Each exquisite detail is meticulously craf...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Artistic Handmade Murano Glass Sculpture Gold Soul "Anima"
Located in Murano, VE
Anima is a collection of exquisite sculptures crafted by our skilled artisans in our factory in Murano. Each sculpture embodies the essence of life and spirituality, taking the form ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Seletti "Limited Gold Edition" Porcelain My Robot
By Seletti
Located in Doral, FL
From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Seletti "Memorabilia" Porcelain My Robot
By Seletti
Located in Doral, FL
From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Seletti "Memorabilia" Porcelain My Crown
By Seletti
Located in Doral, FL
From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Seletti "Memorabilia" Porcelain My Spaceship
By Seletti
Located in Doral, FL
From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Set/12 Ceramic Chess Pieces, Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set of 12 Ceramic Chess Pieces, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home.
A luxurious chess set designed for the mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gold
This Is Not Self Portrait Sculpture by Thomas Dariel
Located in Geneve, CH
This is not a self portrait sculpture by Thomas Dariel
Dimensions: D 24 x W 26.5 x H 63 cm
Materials: Solid plaster sculpture wrapped in elastic band color paint finish, accent ri...
Category
2010s French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plastic, Plaster
In Stock in Los Angeles, Donald Duck Monochrome Blue Pop Sculpture Figurine
By Walt Disney
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Donald duck monochrome blue, original pop sculpture figurine
Measures: Height 10.6" (27 cm)
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plastic
Pierced Silver Plate Cat Christofle France Lumiere Figurine
By Christofle
Located in Mérida, YU
Dazzling 3 1/2" silver cat was made by Christifle , France as part of their Lumiere series. Main body is pierced - face and tail are solid.
Category
1980s French Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silver Plate
Large decorative tulip, 2m long
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Very large decorative polyester tulip sculpture.
Eye catching and decorative piece
Early 2000s, flower shop display
Good condition
Ref.: 642725
Category
Early 2000s Dutch Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Polyester
"Beach-Combed Mochaware" Memory Jug by Michael Thompson
Located in Chicago, IL
Based in Chicago, IL, contemporary artist Michael Thompson creates unique kites, collages and mixed media works assembled from material fragments of past and present collected in his...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
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
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
In Stock in Los Angeles, Minnie Mouse White & Silver, Pop Sculpture Figurine
By Walt Disney
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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In Stock in Los Angeles
Minnie mouse white and silver, pop sculpture figurine
Measures: Heig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Chrome
After Alberto Giacometti Sculpture "The Walking Man" 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
After Alberto Giacometti Sculpture
"The Walking Man"
Italy
Height 80cm
good condition
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Ken Warneke Face Painting "Female looking Left"
Located in Chicago, IL
Ken Warneke Face Painting "Female looking Left"
Chicago School of Painters
Ken Warneke Face Painting "Female Looking Left"
Category
1980s Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Masonite, Paint
Aldo Londi rare early pottery / ceramic sculpture of bird , for Bitossi
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing modern sculpture of a bird with metal stand by the well known artist / designer Aldo Londi.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Sculpture of an Angel, XXth Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture of an Angel, reproduction in composite material, XXth century, interior and exterior decoration.
Sculpture of an Angel, high quality contemporary production for interior a...
Category
20th Century French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Composition
Vintage-Modernist Brass Menorah
Located in Medina, OH
Vintage Modernist Brass Menorah, a figurative stand sculpture of a Menorah. In great condition, it is a light piece.
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Gary Slater Aluminum Sphinx Sculpture Signed MSL Slater AP 1994
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Discover the allure of modern minimalism with the Aluminum Sphinx sculpture by Gary Slater. This piece, boasts a sleek, reflective surface that plays with light and shadow, creating...
Category
1990s American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
Hand Made Sculptural Glazed Ceramic Hand Jewelry Display Functional Art
Located in Miami, FL
Hand Built Sculptural Glazed Ceramic Hand Jewelry Display
Offered for sale is a handmade functional art ceramic hand that is signed and dated by Rexx Fischer. The hand is both a fun...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Murano blown glass sculpture
Located in Borgo Veneto, IT
Murano blown glass sculpture master Sergio Costantini
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
21st Century Unique Sculptural Table Lamp Écoute Ton Coeur by Fantôme
By Fantome
Located in Paris, FR
21st Century Unique sculptural table lamp Écoute Ton Coeur by Fantôme
Tinned patinated copper
Female character in contortion
Reflector in oxidized and gilded copper
h. 37.4’’ x 1...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Rain Hanging Sculpture by Karolina Maszkiewicz
Located in Geneve, CH
Rain Hanging Sculpture by Karolina Maszkiewicz
One Of A Kind.
Dimensions: D 91.4 x W 91.4 x H 177.8 cm.
Materials: White bronze, stainless steel, eucalyptus, and gold medallion seed...
Category
2010s American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Other, Bronze, Stainless Steel
Set of Two Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat Wood Sculpture Sunbed
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Introducing a one-of-a-kind wooden sculpture by renowned artist Salvador Dali. The Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat wood sculpture sunbed is a unique and exclusive piece that is...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Paul Day (b. 1967) Plaster Street Scene Sculpture
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large and intricately detailed plaster sculpture of a street scene by celebrated British sculptor, Paul Day. Thought to be an original maquette – a model for a larger piece of scul...
Category
Late 20th Century English Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Italian modern red ceramic Picassa vase sculpture by Florio Pac Paccagnella 2023
Located in MIlano, IT
Sculpture entitled Picassa in bright red painted ceramic with a matte finish. The subject of the sculpture is geometric and rounded, with a round hole in the middle. The sculpture ca...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Victor Salmones Cosmos Bronze Soccer Goal Keeper
Located in Toledo, OH
Victor Samones 1937-1989 bronze study "Cosmos" sculpture Acapulco Mexico. 22" bronze soccer goal keeper male grasping a ball. Mounted on a 3/4" thick acrylic base. Signed 3 from an e...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Frederick E. Hart (American 1943-1999), Exaltation, Intaglio Acrylic Sculpture
Located in Germantown, MD
Frederick Elliott Hart (American 1943-1999), Exaltation, Intaglio Molded Acrylic Sculpture.
Frederick Elliott Hart
(American 1943-1999)
Exaltation
Intaglio molded acrylic sculpture w...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic
Pair of Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat Wood Sculpture Sunbed with Cushion
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of Two Sunbeds.
Design by Salvador Dalí, 1903
Manufactured by BD Barcelona
Solid Iroko wooden structure with polyamide wheels. Optional upholstered cushion with water repelle...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Articulating Tubular Steel Mannequin
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Introducing the Tubular Steel Articulating Mannequin, attributed to the renowned displays by Jack Hruska for Bloomingdale’s. Crafted with precision and innovation, this mannequin sho...
Category
20th Century American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Anker Hoffmann, woman in dark patinated bronze
By Anker Hoffmann
Located in Kastrup, DK
Anker Hoffmann, Danish 1904-1985
"Maja". Sculpture of kneeling woman in dark patinated bronze.
H: 26 cm W: 40 cm D: 18 cm
The sculpture is made after the preliminary study for the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Acrylic Sculpture by Frederic Hart Titled "Firebird"
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Hart's stunning vision of a graceful and heroic female figure whose eyes are closed in rapt adoration and whose hair cascades behind her in windswept abandon. Inspired by his apprec...
Category
1980s Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic
Contemporary Ceramic Art Sculpture Wound by Yulia Batyrova and Marat Mukhametov
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Yulia Batyrova started working with ceramics five years ago. From the very beginning, she was keen on experimenting with form, materials and graphics in search of her own style. Sinc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Concrete, Metal
Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat Wood Sculpture Sunbed with Cushion
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Design by Salvador Dalí, 1903
Manufactured by BD Barcelona
Solid Iroko wooden structure with polyamide wheels. Optional upholstered cushion with water repellent foam and material...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Ceramic Art Sculpture Direct Hit by Yulia Batyrova Marat Mukhametov
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Yulia Batyrova started working with ceramics five years ago. From the very beginning, she was keen on experimenting with form, materials and graphics in search of her own style. Sinc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Concrete, Metal
Contemporary Ceramic Sculpture Hands in Blood by Yulia Batyrova Marat Mukhametov
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Yulia Batyrova started working with ceramics five years ago. From the very beginning, she was keen on experimenting with form, materials and graphics in search of her own style. Sinc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Concrete, Metal
Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat Wood Sculpture Sunbed
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Introducing a one-of-a-kind wooden sculpture by renowned artist Salvador Dali. The Salvador Dali Contemporary Portlligat wood sculpture sunbed is a unique and exclusive piece that is...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Limited Edition Salvador Dali Armchair, "Invisible Personage"
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Indulge in a rare opportunity to own a piece of art history with this Limited Edition Salvador Dali Armchair, featuring the artist's iconic "Invisible Personage" design. One of only ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Lacquer
Contemporary Ceramic Art Sculpture Gazela by Yulia Batyrova & Marat Mukhametov
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Yulia Batyrova started working with ceramics five years ago. From the very beginning, she was keen on experimenting with form, materials and graphics in search of her own style. Sinc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Concrete, Metal
21st Century Unique Sculptural Lamp Lady Red by Fantôme
By Fantome
Located in Paris, FR
21st Century unique sculptural lamp Lady Red by Fantôme
Patinated oxidized copper;
Gold tilting reflector
Removable cabochon for a golden or red colour
h. 37.4’’ x ø 13.8’’
One-off...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Zinc
"Freevolle" Sculpture Table Lamp, Cast Brass Body, pleated handpaintshade
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
FREEVOLLE the feminine sculpture lamp!
For more than 20 years, the art of "handmade in Italy" has given life to the Maison Sabrina Landini, who’s brilliant spirit led to the foundat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
"Freevolle" Sculpture Table Lamp, Cast Brass Body, Sun pleated handpaintshade
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
FREEVOLLE the feminine sculpture lamp!
For more than 20 years, the art of "handmade in Italy" has given life to the Maison Sabrina Landini, who’s brilliant spirit led to the foundat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Black Pearl Hanging Sculpture by Karolina Maszkiewicz
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Pearl Hanging Sculpture by Karolina Maszkiewicz
One Of A Kind.
Dimensions: D 33 x W 33 x H 200.7 cm.
Materials: Metal wire and wild cucumber seed pods.
Karolina Maszkiewicz i...
Category
2010s American Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Other, Wire
Bronze Sculpture, Contemporary Work, The Thinker, Model by Auguste Rodin, XXIst
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture, Bronze with brown patina representing The Thinker, model by Auguste Rodin, XXIst Century.
W: 17.5cm, H: 19.5cm, D: 10cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Cast aluminum sculpture by Urano Palma
By Urano Palma
Located in Milan, Italy
Cast aluminum sculpture by Urano Palma, 1990.
Biography
Urano Palma (1936 - 2010) was born in Varese in 1936. After wandering through many Italian cities, careful to the artistic av...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
2003 Designer Toy BJ Hammer by Brothersfree
Located in Weesp, NL
Unleash the power of imagination with the rare and coveted limited edition glow-in-the-dark BJ Hammer designer toy by Brothersfree, a true gem for collectors and enthusiasts alike. C...
Category
Early 2000s Hong Kong Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plastic
The Tree of Life Wood Sculpture by Sol Bailey Barker, REP by Tuleste Factory
Located in New York, NY
The tree of life sculpture by Sol Bailey Barker
Charred cedar wood
Measures: 82.7" x 16.5" x 7.9”
The tree of life is a symbol that resonates across cultures and religions, appear...
Category
2010s British Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Petrichor Stainless Steel Sculpture by Sol Bailey Barker, REP by Tuleste Factory
Located in New York, NY
Petrichor sculpture Sol Bailey Barker
Mirror polished stainless steel & charred wood
Measures: 108" x 27.5"
Mirror polished stainless steel & charred wood when we terraform mars, ...
Category
2010s British Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stainless Steel
Bronze Sculpture, Contemporary Sculpture Signed Ernst Barlach, XXIst Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture in patinated bronze representing a flute player, signed Ernst Barlach, modern casting, XXI th century.
H: 31cm, W: 19cm, D: 18cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Terracotta face, possible Sardinian craftsmanship
Located in Lugo, IT
Terracotta face with wooden base, possible Sardinian craftsmanship
Good conditions.
Thank you
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Modern figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern 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, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern figurative sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original figurative sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Mosche Bianche, Superego Editions, Lladro, and Europa Antiques. 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 $99 and tops out at $434,607 while the average work can sell for $2,755.
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