Carved Figurative Sculptures

'La Tuffolina' - an important white marble group of a diving girl on a naturalistic base, by Odoarda Tabacchi Italian, circa 1880. Signed 'O.Tabacchi/Torino'. This Fine marble group depicts a graceful young girl wearing a knitted bathing dress, her hair held in a chignon with her arms raised above her head in a diving position, standing on the edge of a natural POOL, with the waves lapping behind her. This charming and dynamic figure, full of natural grace proved to be one of Tabacchi's most popular sculptures and was edited in a number of sizes in both bronze and marble. First exhibited in marble at the Esposizione d'arte di Napoli del 1877, it was reportedly purchased by King Vittorio Emanuele II and illustrated in L'Illustrazione Italiana, No 23, June 10, 1877, in an engraving based on a sketch by Michetti. It was subsequently exhibited with great acclaim at the 1878 Paris Exposition Universelle and examples were also produced in ceramic, including Parian ware examples by the English firm of Robinson & Leadbenton. A comparative marble version is in the collection of the Museo di Capodimonte, Naples. Odoardo Tabacchi...

This listing features a brass figural sculpture balancing two selenite balls, on top of a marble circular base. Selenite is a captivating crystal known for its luminous glow, and its...

Decorate a woman's vanity or powder room with this vintage elegant ceramic Bohemian sculpture dish, crafted in the Czech Republic circa 1930. The Art Deco sculpture features a woman ...

19th Century Black Forest Figure Group "Bear Attacking Man" This brilliantly composed and carved walnut black forest figure group is most unusual. It depicts a large bear rearing up...

Papua New Guinean carved polychromed ancestral figure with fiber and shell detail

A Carved Alabaster Figure By Emilio Fiaschi of Florence This Italian alabaster sculpture by Fiaschi displays his skillful mastery by accentuating the grace of the female form throug...

This Italian Neoclassical white marble sculpture is signed by the Neopolitan artist Giacomo Cali. The sculpture is of Aristedes (530–468 BC), the ancient Athenian statesman and general in the Greco-Persian Wars...

Almost life-size Christ sculpture of the 17th century. Wood carved and set.

A pair of Italian 19th century painted wood angel plaques. This pair of antique Italian plaques, perhaps originally used to decorate a chapel, feature a ...

A classic Italian Roman statue of the 'David' on a black marble base by sculptor G. Ruggeri, Italy, circa mid-20th century, Italy. White resin statue is on a black marble base with t...

Rare bas-relief sculpture in hand-carved stone in the shape of a vase. I mounted it on a simple black base, which gives stability. Simply elegant. ref. M/391.

Modernist Terracotta Terracotta sculpture, signed. Signature to be determined. Unique piece in perfect condition. France, circa 1940.

A masterfully hand-carved wooden lamp features a beautiful sculpture of a night watchman with a lantern and halberd. The lantern is made of glass and co...

Antique Wooden Carved Crib Figurine of a Shepherd A large antique wooden carved statue of a shepherd, probably from a Christmas crib. Handcarved in Germany in the second half of the...

A 18th Century superb italian sculpture of a draped Madonna with a veil, base with richly carved relief with cherubs and a baby Jesus on her lap in carved polychrome and gilded wood....

Exquisite bronze and marble figure of a woman with flowers by H. Fugère. In gilt bronze dress leaning on a marble column with flowers in her hand, on a shaped marble base. Artist: Henri Fugère...

"Leg Out" by Josef Lorenzl A fabulous early 20th Century Art Deco cold painted bronze figure of a naked beauty in an energetic pose, with excellent colour and fine hand finished detail, raised on a shaped onyx & black marble base and signed Lorenzl ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height: 48 cm Width: 30 cm Depth: 11 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: 8716 ABOUT Lorenzl Leg Out Josef Lorenzl, Austrian 1892 ~ 1950 Lorenzl Leg Out – 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...

Wonderful hand carved ebony hardwood figure of a young Benin man, possibly a future King Oba Excellent traditional Benin artistic carving A delightful piece Circa 1970 Height 13...

Contemporary wooden life-size sculpture created by circular sawing, black-grey-off-white painted on white-stuff. Signed Christofer Kochs, 2009. Measures: Iron base 40 x 40 cm The obj...

Contemporary American sculptor Wendy Hendelman's black and green Alabaster heads sculpture on black marble base. The small scale and style hav...

A large Italian hand carved white marble gilt-bronze mounted sculpture - bust of Minerva draped in classical attire, wearing a helmet on a white marble...

Woman sculpture in carved wood, signed R.Barou.  

Contemporary American sculptor Wendy Hendelman's Marble Head and Torso Sculpture on a black marble base. Hendelman’s work reflects her love of the primitive and the ancient. The smal...

In the style of Robert Hughes, Joseph Goethe and Antoniucci Volti, Frank Dobson and hints of Fernando Botero, this exquisite museum quality sculpture is one of the most enduring piec...

O/7283 - Wonderful Venetian antique angels in carved and gilded wood, with particularly expressive faces - That's a very great quality and an interesting size, rare to find.. Wh...

Place this beautiful pair of antique carved figurines on a mantel or a console. Crafted in Italy, circa 1780, the tall sculptures depict two chubby cherubs standing on carved gilt ba...

A lovely angel, his right hand extended as if to touch something or hold something. He appears very calm and peaceful, clothed in a partial shroud which is draped over his shoulder...

This exquisite alabaster sculpture is a refined interpretation of "La Baigneuse" (The Bather), originally created by the renowned French sculptor Étienne-Maurice Falconet in the mid-...

Spanish Colonial Religious Wood Carving Icon, Christ Crucified with Two Thieves, Late 19th Century  This late 19th-century Spanish Colonial religious wood carving icon is a finely c...

Mary and Jesus, often referred to as Madonna and Child, have been the subjects of art since the 3rd century when a rendering of the duo was painted on the walls of the Roman Catacomb...

Classical hand carved Portuguese Rosa marble two faced winged bust on a white marble base.

Marble statue of carved statue of the Buddhist goddess known as Guanyin, sitting in the lotus position. The peaceful and serene expression on her face conveys calm. She ie also know...

Contemporary American sculptor Wendy Hendelman's Creamy Alabaster Head Sculpture on black marble base. Hendelman’s work reflects her love of t...

19th Century (Meiji Period) Japanese hand-carved wood seated monkey. The eyes are inlaid and made of glass. The fur and details are very realistic. The piece is signed on the bottom ...

Calvary hand-carved in boxwood. Calvary is a traditional religious scene that shows Jesus crucified on top of Mount Golgotha.

1960s Large Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of Man Praying / Weeping Buddha Abstract Yoga Wrestler There is a story about two warriors associated w...

Originally gilded. as notice some traces of gilt residue. From the collection of Verna Harrah. Harra's Casinos.

A superb black forest carved walnut study of a monk. This exceptionally well carved bust of a 19th century monk has been produced out of a single...

This exquisite sculpture depicts the beauty of Cupid dancing with angels, crafted by L Livi in France during the Victorian period. The terracotta material adds a touch of elegance to...

Carrara Marble Sculpture Pauline Bonaparte Venus Victrix Antonio Canova This is a fine marble sculpture of the semi-nude Pauline Bonaparte as ...

Contemporary American sculptor Wendy Hendelman's tall white Alabaster Torso sculpture on a black marble base. Hendelman’s work reflects her love of the primitive and the ancient. The...

Mounted African tribal figure, used as a door latch in the early 20th century.

This large pair of antique putti sculptures were crafted in Italy, circa 1760. Both of the Classic figures are hand carved and feature their original pai...

This whimsical little bronze shows 2 young children on a sled riding down a hill of snow and with one youngster waving to us. The bronze is finished in gilt and the sled is mounted o...

20th Century Antique Carved Wood Mask, African Art Solid wood, hand-carved, Africa probably century Very decorative. Comes from a Berlin private collection.

Henri Collomb, French artist (1905-?), “Couple Dansant” (Dancing couple), walnut hand carved. The sculpture has a monogram and is dated 192... Henri Collomb was born in 1905 and w...

A French Art Deco carved white marble figure of a flapper girl. Beautifully carved and highly detailed statue raised on a Panozza marble base. Additional information: Measurements:...

Elegant laying down wood statue of baby girl gentle facial expression with two piggy tail, originally painted in some parts. Beautiful object of art f...

Large high relief in carved and gilt wood, with many traces of polychromy, representing the Adoration of the Shepherds. The evangelist Luke first mentions that the scene takes place at night. A sudden light, which frightens the shepherds, signals the arrival of an angel who announces "great joy". He gives them a sign: they will find "a newborn baby wrapped...

Piers Secunda (b. 1976) A huge 3d sculpture made of carved out white paint Title: ‘Painting of a Wuhan Mountain’ Sculpted industrial floor paint, H. 144 x W. 68 x D. 44 cm Piers Secunda has been making objects out of commercial floor paint for 25 years, rejecting the limitations of ‘painting’ imposed by the canvas. In the tradition of his studio practice the present Wuhan Mountain is made of commercial floor paint; hence the title ‘Painting of a Wuhan Mountain’. On a journey to China he was inspired by the fine ivory carvings produced in Canton, but also by the Wuhan landscape and its famous mountain temples. Scholars from the earliest Chinese dynasties...

Appleak wall light highlights the translucency of marble and its unique crystalline quality. It consists of a seamless volume and a bronze frame. With a triangular, off-centred g...

Stylish and decorative wooden female nude sculpture. This hand-carved nude lady from the 1920s is in excellent condition. Her natural poisture is a very relaxed one and only a few of these type of artworks by Barend Jorden...

Woman with a Basket of Flowers - Kakuoka Akimitsu, Japan 1930-40 Woman with a Basket of Flowers, Kakuoka Akimitsu, Carved Wood, Japan circa 1930-40 This majestic sculpture, carved fr...

Greek mythological figure of Dionysos, the god of the grape harvest. Youthful sensual portrayal of dionysus, beardless, holding grapes and staff. Meissen, Marcolini period (1774-1814). The Meissen Marcolini period is sought after by collectors. Named after Count Camillo Marcolini who served as director and perfected neoclassical style of Meissen forms...

Contemporary American sculptor Wendy Hendelman's Green Alabaster Head and Torso Sculpture on black marble base. Hendelman’s work reflects her love of th...

Charming Benin King Oba and his Queen. Terrific pair of Benin hand carved ebony hardwood figures. Intricate detailing on each of these super West African carvings Circa Mid 20th c...

An angel lost a wing... and I picked it up for Christmas time...

Moses Alexcee was a prolific Tsimshian maker from Prince Rupert who frequently carved for William Webber, the owner of the iconic Thunderbird Scenery Shop in Vancouver, BC. Alexcee often carved Tsimshian-style models of Haida totem...