Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
NEOCLASSICAL STYLE
Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.
Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.
The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.
Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.
Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.
As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.
Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.
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Style: Neoclassical
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Composite Figure of Discobulus
Located in Madison, MS
This early 20th century Italian classical composite figure of Discobulus would be a wonderful statement piece in your home of office. It is heavy and was handcrafted out of stone in ...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Stone
Sculptur Giovanni Battista Lombardi 1869 the Ruth
By Giovanni Battista Lombardi
Located in SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT, FR
Item: sculpture ruth
Author: g.B.Lombardi (italian, 1823-1880)
Special features: signed and dated 'gb. Lomardi / f. Roma / 1869' and carved to the front 'ruth'
In 1852, Giovanni...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Marble
Statue in Alabaster and Marble Representing Helen and Paris, 20th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Statue in alabaster and marble representing an embracing couple, probably Helen and Paris. In order to create a contrast, the bodies of the figures are made of alabaster and the clot...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Alabaster, Carrara Marble
Cupid. Bronze, Marble, After Models from Auguste Moreau ‘1834-1917’
Located in Madrid, ES
On a round base stands the figure of the God of Love, Cupid. The sculpture in bronze, with the iconographic attributes corresponding to this figure in classical mythology, was made b...
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20th Century European Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Marble, Bronze
Antique Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Bust Sculpture of a Classical Man, 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Neoclassical sculpture offers cast and gilt bronze construction and depicts bust of a Classical man, 19th century
Measures- 12''H x 4.75''W x 6''D
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19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Bronze
Carrara Marble Sculpture "Schiava" Attributed to Giacomo Ginotti, Italy, C. 1890
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Carrara marble sculpture "Schiava" attributed to Giacomo Ginotti (1845-1897). Italy, late 19th Century.
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Carrara Marble
Neoclassical Lifesize Bronze Statue of Psyche, Ludvig Brandstrup, Denmark, 1898
By Gladenbeck’s Bronzegiesserei, Ludvig Brandstrup
Located in Berlin, DE
Neoclassical lifesize statue of Psyche von Ludvig Brandstrup (Danisch 1861-1935) from the year 1898. The statue was manufactured by Walter und Paul Gladenbeck, Gladenbeck’s Bronzegiesserei, Friedrichshagen near Berlin.
Finely chased bronze sculpture with dark patina representing a young standing female nude. Signed and inscribed at the upper side of the base: L. BRANDSTRUP FEC. 98. On the back side of the base signed and inscribed: GUSS v. W. u. P. GLADENBECK. FRIEDRICHSHAGEN.
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Neoklassizistische Lebensgroße Statue der Psyche von Ludvig Brandstrup (dänisch, 1861-1935) aus dem Jahre 1898. Die...
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1890s Danish Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Bronze
Sculpture Scipione Tadolini the Greek Slave Second Half of the, 19th Century
By Scipione Tadolini
Located in SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT, FR
Scipione Tadolini was a skilled sculptor whose broad talent covered the neoclassic to the romantic movements. His ancestors from a dynasty of Roman sculptors exerted a profound and lasting influence on the artistic production of the Eternal City. The Greek Slave fully demonstrates his masterly talent and serves as a reminder of antique models and the orientalist influences characterising the second half of the 19th century.
Scipione Tadolini graduated from the Roman Academy and worked with his father on a series of celebrated portraits and ecclesiastical sculptures for Roman churches including a bust of Cardinal Giuseppe Alberghini for the Gesù (1847) and portraits of various members of the Cini family for the Church of Sant’Andrea della Valle (1844, 1846). Tadolini is also known as the author of a number of large-scale monuments for patrons around the world including an equestrian group of Simon Bolivar for the city of Lima, Peru. One of his best known sculptures is The Greek Slave which appears in his work from the late 1850s forward.The Greek Slave was created in several sizes in two variations: with the figure’s hand either raised to her chest or to her chin. The small number of versions all indicate the sculptor’s careful attention to the human form and passion with exoticism, which can be noticed through the tumbling folds of the present figure's headdress and the finely articulated jewellery...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Louis Mendez "WARI" Ceramic Sculpture
By Louis Mendez
Located in New York, NY
Louis Mendez (American, 1929-2012) "WARI" ceramic pottery sculpture of a three-horned warrior creature wielding a shield, with a russet bronze glaze, signed "MENDEZ" and titled to ba...
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20th Century Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Ceramic, Pottery
Rare L & F. Moreau Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Triumphant Maiden
Located in Guaynabo, PR
After brothers Louis & Francois Moreau, rare bronze sculpture of a maiden. In triumphant posture looking up to heaven, she is holding a wreath of laurel leaves in her right hand and a in the left one that is raised, a bouquet of flowers. She is standing over a rocky surface which in turn is over a round black marble base. She is wearing a long pleated dress.
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Henry Schonbauer Terracotta Figurative Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Henry Schonbauer (American, 1894-1973) terracotta sculpture depicting a seated woman, signed to base and to bottom. 15.5" H x 6" W x 7.5" D.
Dealer: S138XX.
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20th Century Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Antique Grand Tour Bronze of Narcissus, Circa 1870
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An Italian 19th-century Grand Tour Greco Roman bronze sculpture of Narcissus, after the original sculpture excavated in 1862 at Pompeii, the green patinated bronze figure of the mythological son of the river god...
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1870s Italian Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Bronze
Pair of framed Roundels in Black Jasperware, Wedgwood, circa 1920
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
An exceptionally fine pair of roundels in black jasperware, decorated with two images of Cupid: The first sharpening his arrows; the second, of him st...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Marble Statue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and extremely high quality French 19th century Neo-Classical st. white Carrara marble statue titled Not Wanting To Hear Love. The statue is raised by a oblong base with a ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
19 Th Century Italian Bronze Flora Bust, Marble, Neoclassical
Located in Valladolid, ES
Exceptional bust of a woman, probably made in 19th century Italy, in patinated bronze, and following a neoclassical style. The head of "Flora" appears resting on a quadrangular base ...
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1860s Italian Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Louis Mendez Modern Ceramic Sculpture of Head
By Louis Mendez
Located in New York, NY
Louis Mendez (American, 1929-2012) Modern ceramic sculpture of a partial face, glazed stoneware, signed. 15" H x 6" W x 7" D.
Dealer: S138XX.
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20th Century Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
19th Century French Bronze Statue of Cupid
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French bronze statue of cupid captures the mischievous cherub just after letting his arrow fly. The classic pose inspired by ancient Greek and Roman statuary...
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1890s French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Monumental 19th Century French Plaster Torso of Venus
Located in Houston, TX
Monumental 19th century French plaster Torso of Venus.
This stunning large scale late 19th century French plaster torso sculpture of Venus is well exec...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Neoclassical Terracotta Centerpiece Sculpture by Joseph Cheret
Located in New York, NY
Our magnificent centerpiece bowl in terracotta by Gustave-Joseph Chéret (1838-1894) is fashioned as a Venetian gondola with Roman goddess seated at the bow and cherubs clinging to ga...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Venus de Milo White Granite Marble Female Figurative Statue Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful white granite marble reproduction of Greek goddess 'Venus de Milo' female figure statue sculpture in the Neoclassical style, circa early 20th century, Italy. A great deco...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Granite, Marble
Pair of Carved Oak Stylized Griffin Sculptures, 1900s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lovely pair of antique oak carved winged Griffins circa 1900s. Good size and good condition, these artful accessories are sure to imbue the space with character and imagination. Can ...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Oak
18th Century Italian Carved Wood Sculptures, a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
Beautiful pair of antique carved figurines. Italian, circa 1780, the tall sculptures depict two men, probably soldiers, in flowing robes with one arm out stretched.
The elegant fig...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Large 19th Century French Cherub Statue in Terra Cotta Tinted Plaster
Located in Dallas, TX
This large French cherub or cupid statue from the 1800’s is made from plaster that has been tinted to mimic the natural color of terra cotta. The figure ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Plaster
Figure of a Nun, Perhaps Heloise, Bow Porcelain Factory, circa 1750
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A classic example of early bow porcelain.
The figure is of a Dominican Nun, and is based on a continental model, probably Meissen.
Bow produced a number of apparently religious...
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Mid-18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Porcelain
Original Meissen Heart-Squeezing Cherub Hand Painted Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
This is a beautiful figurine of a flush little cherub. He is sat on a grassy hill, squeezing two hearts together representing the merging of two people's loves and the possible agony...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Imposing 19th Century Bronze Torchere, by Coutan
Located in Brighton, Sussex
This very fine patinated bronze figural torchere modeled as a classically clad female musician holding a mandolin and a marble torch. This symbolic representation of Music, falls within Coutan’s allegorical work.
We have a number of marble pedestals this Torchere would stand on.
Inscribed on base: Coutan, Thiébaut Frères, Fondeurs.
Jules-Félix Coutan (22 September 1848 – 23 February 1939) is considered to be one of the most gifted French sculptors and designers of the 19th and early 20th centuries
Coutan studied under the renowned Pierre-Jules Cavelier at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris, and was awarded the Prix de Rome in 1872; after his return to Paris he executed the fountain group France Bearing the Torch of Civilization for the Exposition Universelle (1889), one of the two prominent sculptural commissions for the Exposition grounds.[1] Later he taught at the École des Beaux-Arts from 1900, where he expressed his disdain for the researches of Rodin— fumiste—[2] and the Impressionist sculptors who followed him. Coutan was elected to the Académie des Beaux-Arts in 1905.[3]
Coutan is best known in the United States for the sculptural group above the entrance to Grand Central Terminal in New York City. For Grand Central Terminal, Coutan was contracted to provide a quarter-size scale plaster model of the three-figure allegorical Transportation group, which he developed from 1911 through 1914. The carving was performed by the William Bradley & Son of Long Island City.[4]
Among Coutan's students were Hippolyte Lefèbvre, Raymond...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Bust of Sir Isaac Newton, Pearlware, Ralph & Enoch Wood, circa 1790
By Ralph Wood Pottery
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A pearlware bust of Sir Isaac Newton, by Enoch Wood. The oak pedestal adds dignity to an attractive rendering of this great man of science. A handwrit...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Pearlware
French 19th Century Neoclassical St. Ormolu And Marble Statue Of Cupid & Psyche
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional and very high quality French 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu and white Carrara marble statue of Cupid offering a rose to Psyche. The statue is raised on a rectan...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Basalt Portrait Medallion, William of Orange, Wedgwood, circa 1785
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A self-framing portrait medallion of William of Orange. The mixed-vase mark dates this example firmly in the 1780s. Wedgwood produced a number of co...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Jasperware Buckle, Wedgwood, Matthew Boulton, Circa 1795
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A jasper medallion decorated with Aphrodite, set in cut steel as a buckle, probably by Matthew Boulton. Original box.
The Greek goddess Aphrodite is often depicted in ancient art with a dolphin. In mythology, dolphins were considered sacred to Aphrodite, and they were associated with love, beauty, and fertility. According to one legend, Aphrodite emerged from the sea on a shell-borne chariot drawn by dolphins, and the creatures were said to be her faithful servants. As a result, images of Aphrodite with dolphins became a popular motif in Greek art, appearing on vases, sculptures, and other decorative objects. The association between Aphrodite and dolphins has continued through the centuries, and the image of the goddess with a dolphin remains a popular symbol of love and beauty.
Matthew Boulton (1728-1809) was an English manufacturer and entrepreneur who was best known for his contributions to the Industrial Revolution...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Cut Steel
Pair of Black Basalt Reclining Figures, Cleopatra and Lucretia, Neale circa 1780
By Neale & Co.
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A fine, rare pair of figures in black basalt from the Neale Manufactory. The Neale pottery was founded in 1778 and ran until around 1792. They made very fine wares, and were on good terms with Wedgwood, with whom they combined shipments to the continent.
For two similar figures marked for Neale & Co. see Diana Edwards, Black Basalt, Wedgwood and Contemporary Manufacturers, Suffolk, 1994, p. 208, figs. 313 & 314.
Cleopatra and Lucretia are two women from different time periods and historical contexts, but are linked by their importance in Roman history, as well as by their tragic ends.
Cleopatra was a famous queen of ancient Egypt, who ruled from 51-30 BC. She was the last pharaoh of Egypt and is remembered for her intelligence, beauty, and political savvy. Cleopatra was involved in a romantic relationship with the Roman general and statesman, Julius Caesar, and later with the Roman general and politician, Mark Antony...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Stoneware
Bronze Sculpture of Centaur Fighting with Lion with Marble Base from 1800
Located in Milano, MI
Bronze sculpture and marble base depicting the fight of a Centaur with a lion, made in 1800
Ø cm 48 Ø cm 20 h cm 45
The sculpture is not signed by an artist, it represents one of ancient empires...
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1870s Italian Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Marble, Bronze
Seal, I Still Hope, Derby Porcelain Works, circa 1760
By Derby
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A delightul porcelain seal, depicting a young lady, seated on a mound. It is painted with the motto J'ESPRE ENCORE, or I Still Hope. No doubt this was intended as a gift, to be given...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Porcelain
Important Terracotta Bust of "Marianne", French Revolution, 1794
Located in Doylestown, PA
A historically important and early terracotta bust of "Marianne" the French symbol of the French Revolution, by an unknown sculptor named "Gensoul", depicting the young woman in a draped robe with bow and her hair tied-up with a band. This depiction of Marianne is similar to that of the portrait done earlier by artist Jean-Michel Moreau...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
French Mid 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Statue of Cupid and Psyche
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning French mid 19th century neo-classical st. Alabaster statue of Cupid and Psyche on its original Vert de Patricia marble pedestal. This statue is modeled after the original ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Marble
Escultura Bronce de Milon de Crotona de Pierre Puget
Located in Madrid, ES
Espectacular escultura en bronce realizada en el siglo XIX siguiendo las tendencias del Grand Tour, réplica en miniatura de la afamada escultura que se encuentra en el museo de Louvr...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Bronze
19th Century Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Dancing Female Figure
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th century patinated bronze sculpture of a dancing female figure, possibly a sea nymph. The figure stands on a base of seashells and repouses twirling a drape around her body. It b...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Bronze Model of the Discobolos of Myron
Located in Stockton, NJ
An early 20th Century model of Discobolos of Myron raised on a marble base.
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Bonze Sculpture of a Seated Hermes or Mercury, Dated 1867
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
France
Marius Montagne (1828-1879)
Dated 1867
A fine and detailed solid bronze sculpture of a seated Hermes or Mercurius. His demeanor radiates peac...
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1860s French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Italian Neoclassical White Porcelain Reclining Man with Cornucopia Sculpture
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous neoclassical style white porcelain sculpture of a reclining man holding a cornucopia
Italy, Circa 1960s
Measures: 11.25"W x 4.25"D ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Porcelain
Marble Statue of a Young Girl
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
48" tall marble statue of a young girl holding a bouquet of flowers, circa 1920's.
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1920s European Vintage Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Italian Molded and Carved White Marble Group : The education of children
Located in VERSAILLES, FR
This sculpture is of rare beauty, a mixture of finely carved white marble and part in cast and chiseled bronze with a brown patina. The theme is presented as the love of parents towa...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Norman Carton 'Grotesque Faces' Marble Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Norman Carton (Ukrainian/American, 1908-1980) marble statue sculpture with numerous grotesque faces in mid-scream, apparently unsigned, felt beneath. Mea...
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20th Century Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Norman Carton 'Screaming Face' Marble Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Norman Carton (Ukrainian/American, 1908 - 1980) marble statue sculpture depicting a grotesque face shouting, apparently unsigned. 8" H x 7" W x 15" D.
De...
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20th Century Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Large Gilt, Patinated Bronze and Marble Clock Set by Raingo Frères
Located in London, GB
Large gilt, patinated bronze and marble clock set by Raingo Frères
French, Late 19th Century
Clock: height 73cm, width 29cm, depth 28cm
Candelabra: height 66cm, width 30cm, depth ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
Large Carrara Marble Group of Virgin, Child and the Baptist Signed P. Romanelli
Located in London, GB
Large Carrara marble group of Virgin, Child and The Baptist signed P. Romanelli
Italian, 19th century
Measures: Figure: height, 170cm, width 70cm, depth 40cm
Base: height 93.5cm, width 59.5cm, depth 43cm
Executed in stunning Carrara marble, this exceptional sculpture is signed for the Florentine artist Pasquale Romanelli...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble
Pair of 19th Century Italian Carved Blackened Wall Hanging Cherub Sculptures
Located in Dallas, TX
These elegant antique putti sculptures were crafted in Italy circa 1860; each cherub wall hanging sculpture feature a hand carved cherub in the nud...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Walnut
Large French 19th Century Parcel Silver &Gilt Bronze Sculpture of a Man & Woman
Located in New York City, NY
Important French 19th century multi figural bronze sculpture of a male and female, in a warm brown patina with unusual and rare parcel gilt and silver intricate decoration.
Depicti...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Antique Bronze Sculpture of Woman & Child
Located in London, GB
A lovely antique bronze sculpture, depicting a woman and child from classical times. This was likely made in central Europe around the 1930-50...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Golden Angel Head
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Rare golden angel head, to hang: in the entrance as a welcome, in the bedroom for sweet dreams. Intact, without any retouching.
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
White Marble Sculpture/Bust of Madame Recamier
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a white marble bust of Madame Recamier after Joseph Chinard sculpture. It depicts her head rotated to the right while she is covering her chest ...
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20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Lead Statue of Mercury, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A charming and rare 19th Century statue of the Greek god mercury made from lead.
This piece features a beautiful antiqued patina with wear & a crack in the back, which only adds to ...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Lead
19th Century French Painted Cast Iron Musical Angelic Cherubs, Set of 4
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an office or study's shelf with this elegant suite of antique putti statues. Crafted in France circa 1870, and made of iron, each musical cherub stands on a rectangular base, and plays a different musical instrument; violin, flute, sitar and tambourine. The four seasons cherubs...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
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Iron
Pair of Italian 19th Century Neoclassical Style Marble Egyptian Sphinxes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An impressive pair of Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. white Carrara marble statues of Egyptian Sphinxes. Each Sphinx is sculpted out of one solid piece of marble and is raised...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Bronze Sculpture Soldier in Armor
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Bronze sculpture soldier in armor
Onix base origin France
circa 1900
natural wear
Very good condition
the measurements are with its base.
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Statuary White Marble Sculpture
Located in PALERMO, IT
Elegant white statuary marble sculpture, carved from a single block of marble, depicting a cherub sitting on a sea fish. Finely carved in every detail.
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Statuary Marble
Scent, or Perfume, Bottle, in Pale Blue Jasperware, Wedgwood C1790
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A scent bottle in pale blue jasperware, with original silver CAP and dipper.
Decorated with Cupid playing the lyre, and Cupid singing. The God of Love suggests this was intended a...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
Rare Patinated Bronze Sculpture of Benjamin Franklin, by A. Carrier-Belleuse
Located in New York, NY
Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (France, 1824-1887)
A rare seated bronze statue of Benjamin Franklin holding his walking stick and hat, with a book in his ri...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
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Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical 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, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical figurative sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original figurative sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Bow Porcelain, Wedgwood, Ferdinand Barbedienne, and Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse. 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 $195 and tops out at $228,710 while the average work can sell for $4,975.
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