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Neoclassical 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.

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Style: Neoclassical
Carrare marble bust of Venus, neoclassical statue signed Pugi circa 1900
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
A fine Carrara marble bust on a pedestal showing a woman wearing a toga tied with a fibula on the right shoulder in the manner of antique busts. The woman's facial features are the s...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

Vintage ALVA Studios Cast Stone Aphrodite Sculpture in Black
Located in San Carlos, CA
FOR SALE: Stunning ALVA Studios Cast Stone Aphrodite Sculpture in Black Enhance your space with this elegant cast stone sculpture by ALVA Studios, depicting Aphrodite in striking bl...
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1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Sculptures

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Cast Stone

1950s Neoclassical White Crackled Ceramic Italian Bust of Antinoo
Located in Catania, Sicilia
The image shows a Neoclassical ceramic bust of Antinoo (Antinous), a celebrated figure from classical antiquity. This particular bust, dating from the 1950s, is crafted in a white ce...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures

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Ceramic

F. Barbedienne Bronze Bust of a Woman
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century Ferdinand Barbedienne (1810-1892) Bronze Bust Of A Woman. Bust features head of a woman with long, wavy hair, and adorned with a floral crown. Her expression is serene, ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Bronze

Large Bronze Bronco Cowboy after Frederick Remington
Located in London, GB
Very Large Bronze of a Cowboy and his bucking Horse after Frederick Remmington This Sculpture has such a Powerful Movement and Raw Energy Lovely Sculpture
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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Sculptures

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Bronze

Neoclassical Greco-Roman Patrician Figurative Sculpture
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome figurative Greco-Roman style nude Patrician sculpture crafted in the neoclassical taste. The figurative sculpture is constructed from resin composite and has a weathered pai...
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20th Century Neoclassical Sculptures

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Resin, Lacquer

Italian Orientalist Bronze Sculpture "Falconiere A Cavallo" by Ferdinando deLuca
Located in Tarry Town, NY
This exquisite early 20th-century Italian Orientalist bronze sculpture, "Falconiere A Cavallo", by the renowned sculptor Ferdinando de Luca, masterfully captures the elegance and nob...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

1970's Anthony Cipriano Ballerina Sculpture
Located in San Carlos, CA
Bring a Touch of Grace to Your Home: Vintage Anthony Cipriano Ballerina Sculpture Own a piece of dance history with this stunning 1970s ballerina sculpture by Anthony Cipriano. Insp...
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1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Sculptures

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Clay

19th Century Serpentine Carving of 'The Dying Lion' After Bertel Thorvaldsen
Located in Stamford, CT
19th Century Italian Grand Tour serpentine copy of Bertel Thorvaldsen's monumental sculpture 'The Lion of Lucerne' also known as 'The Dying Lion'...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Serpentine

Italian Neoclassical Female Sculpture Statue, Small
Located in New York, NY
An Italian female resign sculpture statue in the Neoclassical design style, circa mid-20th century, 1950s, Italy. Sculpture statue is an off-white/antique white resin. A great decora...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures

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Resin

French Late 18th Century Neoclassical Grey Marble Angel Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Unique and wonderful hand carved grey marble angel head, France, circa 1780-1800. Beautiful weathered. Measurement includes the wooden base.
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Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble

Bronze Horse Jockey Equestrian Racing Trophy Statue After Pierre Jules Mene 10"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage horse trophy / statue / sculpture. Made of bronze featuring an oval marble base and plaque from the Dehere Member Guest tournament at Due Process Golf Club and Stables in Colts Neck...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Vintage Classical Female Parian Porcelain Bust Sculpture
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous neoclassical style white parian porcelain female bust sculpture USA, Mid-20th Century Measures: 4"W x 3"D x 6.75"H. Good vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Patinated Bronze Sculpture 'American Bald Eagle Upon Landing'
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage patinated bronze sculpture 'American Bald Eagle Upon Landing' USA, Circa 1960s Of large scale, realistically cast and modeled of a land...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Sculptures

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Bronze

Early 20th century bronze male nude figurative sculpture
Located in Allentown, PA
This is an early 20th century male nude figurative bronze sculpture. This figurative sculpture has a deep copper tone to the bronze with an age-ap...
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Sculptures

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Bronze

18th-19th C. Italian Rock Crystal Ball on a Later Italian Giltwood Stand
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
18th-19th C. Italian rock crystal ball/orb on a later Italian giltwood stand, in two parts The rock crystal ball/ orb European possibly French o...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Rock Crystal

Gilt & Patinated Bronze Models of the Marly Horses After Guillaume Coustou
Located in Tarry Town, NY
This magnificent pair of gilt and patinated bronze sculptures faithfully reproduces the iconic Marly Horses, originally sculpted in marble by Guillaume Coustou (1677–1746) for the Ch...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

John F Kennedy Bust by Edward Schillaci for Austin Productions 1960s
Located in San Diego, CA
Bust by artist Edward Schillaci who sculpted for Austin Productions from the 1950s thru the 1960s. This bust captured the essence of the then (1964) departed 35th U.S. President wit...
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1960s Vintage Neoclassical Sculptures

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Ceramic, Plaster

Antique Solid Patinated Brass Horse Head Walking Stick/ Cane Handle
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant solid patinated brass walking stick horse handle circa 1940's has thread for screw.
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20th Century American Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Classical Plaster Bust of Goddess Diana Sculpture
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous cast plaster Neoclassical Grand Tour style female head bust of Diana the Huntress goddess sculpture USA, 21st Century Measures: 8"W x 5"D...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Pair of Vintage Silver Plate Fighting Cock / Rooster Sculptures
Located in San Diego, CA
A well made pair of vintage silver plate fighting cock / rooster sculptures, circa 1970s. The set is in very good vintage condition with a nice patina and measures 10"W x 5"D x 7"H....
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20th Century American Neoclassical Sculptures

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Silver Plate

A LAOCOON Bronze SCULPTURE by GENNARO CHIURAZZI after LISSIPO, Italy 1880-1890
By Fonderia Chiurazzi
Located in PARIS, FR
An authentic patinated bronze sculpture of the Laocoon, after the original created by greek antic sculptor Lissipo, discovered in 1506, recreated and issued (with several size and creative variations) by Gennaro Chiurazzi (1842-1906) and the napolitan Fonderia Chiurazzi, Italy 1880-1900. This piece is more than just an incredibly precise and expressive reproduction of the iconic antic sculpture...
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1880s Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Bronze

Monumental Large Neo Classical Gilt Bronze Sculptured Oil Lamp Chandelier
Located in Lisse, NL
Large and amazing work museum quality of lighting Art. The first owner of this incredible piece of lighting art must have been one of the wealthiest people in town, because this qua...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Brass

Alabaster Bust of Joan of Arc Attributed to Giuseppe Bessi Early XX Century
Located in Milano, MI
Alabaster bust depicting Joan of Arc, whose creation is attributed to Giuseppe Bessi in the early 20th century Ø cm 27 Ø cm 16 h cm 28 Joan of Arc, also known as the Maid of Orléan...
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1910s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Alabaster

19th Century English Royal Worcester Porcelain Fairy Candlestick Lamp Standard
Located in Forney, TX
An exquisite English Royal Worcester porcelain Samuel Clarke Commissioned "Cricklite" candle "fairy lamp" standard - base, the rare figural statue in the form of a Grecian water carrier, modeled by James Hadley (English, 1837-1903), the exceptionally executed, richly detailed Neoclassical figure holding a vessel in her left hand and carrying an urn upon her head, wearing flowing robes, the body in blush ivory, the robes of green/gold hue, with gilt highlights. Circa 1898 Signed, underfoot having green printed mark, "Worcester Shot Enamel England 2 125" and imprinted markings by its side. Dimensions: (approx) 9.5" High, 3" Diameter Provenance: From the estate of Ali A. Abssi (1934-2020) and Florence Hall Abssi (1919-2014), founders of the Ishtar Gate...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Porcelain

"David by Michelangelo" Plaster Bust
Located in Sacile, PN
A gorgeous white Plaster Bust of "David by Michelangelo". This statue is based on the sculpture of David by Michelangelo, which is a masterpiece ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Hadrian Roman Breccia Marble Bust
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Hadrian Roman Breccia and mixed marble bust with lapis lazuli brooch.
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Marble

Antique Italian Neoclassical Terracotta Bust
Located in Austin, TX
Bust made of terracotta and featuring beautifully chiseled and hand-painted polychrome details throughout in tones of burgundy, blue, and browns. This sculpture depicts the bust of a...
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1820s Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Frederic Remington (after), Large Cast Bronze of The Buffalo Signal on Marble
Located in Morristown, NJ
After Frederic Remington (American, 1861-1909), The Buffalo Signal, cast bronze signed in the base, on a black marble plinth with brass Remington Art Museum plate. This is a genuine ...
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2010s American Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

Huge Antique French Bronze Roman Soldier Sculpture by Picault
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Huge Antique French Bronze Roman Soldier Sculpture by Picault
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1890s French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Falconer Bronze Sculpture After Adolphe Martial Thabard (1831-1905)
By Adolphe Martial Thabard
Located in New York, NY
Patinated bronze statue of a falconer after the original model by Adolphe Martial Thabard (1831-1905). A winner of multiple medals at the Paris Salon, this particular model won the ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Cast Composite Giant Clam Shell
Located in London, GB
A 20th century cast giant clam shell. Weathered condition.
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Late 20th Century English Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Composition

Classical Plaster Bust of Mythological Apollo Belvedere Sculpture
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous cast plaster Neoclassical Grand Tour style male head bust of the mythological god Apollo Belvedere sculpture USA, 21st Century ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Pair of Russian Neoclassical Style Malachite Obelisks
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of Russian neoclassical style obelisks of malachite. Square, tapered shafts on a raised panel stepped base. Great color to malachite. One obelisk has a slight 'lean' to the up...
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20th Century Russian Neoclassical Sculptures

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Stone, Malachite

Bronze sculpture of the god Mercury
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Bronze sculpture of the god Mercury Representation of the god Mercury standing on Aeolus, the god of the wind (after Gianbologna) Origin France Circa 1900 Base of green Alpine marble...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Neoclassical Gilt Frieze Fratelli Paoletti Firenze Italy
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Original Italian gilt frieze by Fratelli Paolleti, Firenze(Florence) Italy. Neoclassical design with 2 Roman fiqures with horses. Nice horizontal design. Hand carved. Label with make...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Italian Stone Garden Sculpture of Roman Mythological Subject Bacchus
Located in Rome, IT
Finely carved mythological roman subject of Bacchus or Dionysus in limestone. Excellent condition from an estate of Veneto. Measurements: Statue cm 180, base cm 85. Price is not inc...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

French Neoclassical Bronze Of Androcles and the Lion
Located in Rochester, NY
Large French Neoclassical sculpture of Androcles and the Lion. Exceptional quality casting and patina. Mid 19th century. The runaway slave Androcles became friends with a wounded lion...
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Italian Stone Garden Sculpture of Roman Mythological Subject Minerva
Located in Rome, IT
Finely carved mythological roman subject of Minerva in limestone. Excellent condition from an estate of Veneto. Measurements: Statue cm 180, base cm 80. Minerva (Pallas Athena in Gr...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

Bronze Horse Jockey Equestrian Racing Trophy Statue After Pierre Jules Mene 10"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage horse trophy / statue / sculpture. Made of bronze featuring an oval marble base and plaque from the Dehere Member Guest Invitational tournament (combined net aggregate win) at Due Process Golf Club and Stables in Colts Neck...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Studio plaster sculpture by Charles Filleul – nude woman in terracotta
Located in NANTES, FR
This sculpture comes from the studio of Charles Filleul. It is a hand-modeled piece from the 1920s, finely crafted. The artist’s hand and modeling technique are clearly evident. In ...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Sculptures

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Terracotta

19th Century Classical Figures on Marble Bases
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Two elegant 19th century classical spelter figures on yellow fossilised marble bases, dating to circa 1850. This decorative pair of classical sculptures – one modelled as a seated f...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble, Metal, Spelter

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 Sculptures

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Granite, Marble

Crouching Venus Italian White Marble Sculpture by Pietro Bazzanti
Located in New York, NY
Italian white marble sculpture of the crouching Venus after the ancient Greek Hellenist period work, finely carved by the Italian master, Pietro Bazzanti. Signed P Bazzanti Florence.
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

European Marble Bust of a Young Girl
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th century Marble Bust Of A Young Girl in a graceful pose. The bust embodies the neoclassical ideals of the era, capturing the both youthful beautiful and refined elegance. The sol...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble

Signed Clodion "Bacchanalia" Bronze Sculpture Raingo Freres Foundry Marking
Located in Kingston, NY
Signed Clodion "Bacchanalia" patinated bronze sculpture from the 19th century. This exquisite piece was cast by the renowned Raingo Freres foundry, known for its high-quality bronze ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Jean Houdon "Diana" Patinated Bronze
Located in Astoria, NY
Jean-Antoine Houdon (French, 1741-1828) "Diana", Patinated Bronze Sculpture, the life size standing figure holding her bow, with overall green verdigris, on a circular base, signed. ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Jean Houdon "Diana" Patinated Bronze
Jean Houdon "Diana" Patinated Bronze
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Large Antique Carousel Horse "BUFFALO, NY" c. 1880s - W6054
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a great Carousel Horse that came from an estate in Buffalo, NY. It was made in the early 1900s and is in good condition. The horse is sitting on a metal pole made by a person...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Aged Bronze Bucking Broncos
Located in New York, NY
Pair of mid century Bucking Bronco horse figures with articulating back leg.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Italian 18th Century Carved Giltwood Neo Classical Style bird Ornament
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful handcarved giltwood bird ornament. Made out of wood with later chalk restorations. Italy circa 1780 . Weathered, losses and old repairs. Measurements individual and includ...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Wood

Cast Iron Horse Doorstop Signed Hunter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cast iron horse doorstop Signed Hunter. Copyright 1949. VA Metal Crafters, Waynesboro, VA.
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20th Century American Neoclassical Sculptures

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Iron

Italian Sculpture Of The Goddess Hygieia Early 20th Century
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Early 20th Century Italian Plaster Sculpture of Hygieia on Green Marble Plinth A finely crafted early 20th-century Italian plaster sculpture depicting Hygieia, the revered Greek and...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble

Stunning Pair of Vintage Pineapple Shaped Finial Sculptures
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Timeless pineapple motife cast cement finials or acorns having marvelous aged and verdigris patina. The imperfections where some of the cement has chipp...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Sculptures

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Cement

Collection Of 5 Antique Mannequin Hands
Located in Stamford, CT
A collection of 5 life size antique wooden and composite mannequin hands in various poses. All with original untouched surface. Appropriate aging and wonderful crackled painted surfa...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Sculptures

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Wood

Tall English Traditional Ceramic Greyhound Dog Statue in White
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall ceramic dog statue in white with a red and black tassel collar. This handsome Greyhound will be fabulous on a mantle or bookshelf. It is created from ceramic and painted in wh...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Sculptures

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Ceramic, Paint

French 18th Century Neoclassical Hand Carved Oak Caryatid Angel Figure
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful period piece. Beautiful weathered Neoclassical hand carved oak caryatid angel figure. Weathered. france circa 1780 H:34,5cm W:10cm D:5,5cm
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18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Oak

Neoclassical postmodern art glass bust of a Greek male, late 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
The neoclassical bust of a masculine Greek youth, late 20th century. Translucent resin - not dissimilar from alexandrite glass, which changes color depending on the light exposure - ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Sculptures

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Resin, Wood

Tiffany & Co. Antique Bronze Bust of Diane De Poitiers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical or Renaissance Revival style bronze bust of Diane De Poitiers By Tiffany & Co. USA, Late 19th Century Measures: 5.25"W x 4"D x 10.5"H. Good original vinta...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Bronze

Hand Carved Nude Light Alabaster Glamour Sculpture, Circa 1920
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original hand-carved nude light alabaster glamour sculpture featuring young nude women laying down in the ocean waves. This unique sculpture lights u...
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Sculptures

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Alabaster

Set of Monumental Bronze Egyptian Figures
By Charles Cameron
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 Russian (19th Century) monumental bronze Egyptian figures emblematic of the Months on painted bases after those by C. Cameron & M. Alexandrov for the Egyptian Vestibule at P...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Bronze

Neoclassical sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical 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 sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse, Paul Edouard Delabriere, Ernest Rancoulet, and Friedrich Gornik. 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 sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $320 and tops out at $8,500 while the average work can sell for $825.

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