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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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Bronze Group of Ariadne and the Leopard
Located in Folkestone, GB
Bronze group of “Ariadne on the Panther’ after the original masterpiece by Johann Heinrich von Danneker. representing the taming of the wilderness by beauty. Ariadne lies naked upon ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Bronze

Bing & Grondahl after Thorvaldsen. Figure of John the Apostle, in biscuit.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bing & Grondahl after Thorvaldsen. Figure of John the Apostle, in biscuit. Originally made by Pietro Marchetti. With the eagle and the Book of Revelation, 1870/80s. First factory qua...
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1870s Danish Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Ceramic

Bing & Grondahl after Thorvaldsen. Figure of Pharisee in biscuit. 1870/80s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bing & Grondahl after Thorvaldsen. Figure of Pharisee in biscuit. 1870/1880s First factory quality. In excellent condition. Marked. Dimensions: H 30.0 x D 10.0 cm.
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1870s Danish Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Ceramic

Life Size Anatomical Study of Flayed Male L'ecorche After Jean-Antoine Houdon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Life Size Anatomical Study of Flayed Male L'ecorche after Jean-Antoine Houdon USA, 20th century, Variant of 'Anatomical Man No. 3' This work we are off...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Sculptures

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Composition

Antique Carved Wooden Mould Ex. Tucker Collection
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A mounted antique carved wooden mould from the Tucker collection. This is one of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artist, Christopher...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Steel

Two Antique Carved Wooden Moulds Ex. Tucker Collection
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A pair of mounted antique carved wooden moulds from the Tucker collection. This pair is one of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artis...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Steel

18th Century Italian Carved Polychrome Life Size Putti on Stand with Glass Eyes
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand crafted in Italy circa 1780, the antique cherub stands on a square base decorated with shell and foliage motifs. The hand carved sculpture depicts a life size young boy wearing ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Wood

At the Gate of Dawn, 2008, by George Carlson '1940'
Located in Pasadena, CA
At the Gate of Dawn, a 2008 sculpture by renowned American artist George Carlson, is a cast bronze of seated figure. This limited edition piece is numbe...
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Early 2000s American Neoclassical Sculptures

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Bronze

Gilt and Patinated Bronze Ewer on Stand, Attributed to Barbedienne
Located in London, GB
The exceptional bronze casting, in stunningly intricate detail, on this beautiful sculptural piece has been attributed to master metalworker Ferdinand Barbedienne. The piece takes th...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Ormolu, Bronze

Pair of Neoclassical Style Jade Rams Head Pottery Sculptures
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic pair of Ram's head sculptures or busts hand-crafted from pottery featuring a very dark jade green colored glaze finish. Each head is beautifully decorated with delicate spag...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Sculptures

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Pottery

19th Century Carved Carrara Marble Panel on Stand
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This sculptural carved Carrara marble panel is a fragment from 19th century England. It is beautifully carved with various decorative embellishments including a mask to the top, bird...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble, Carrara Marble, Steel

Italian Neoclassical Carved Giltwood Iron Mounted Applique/Trophy of Music
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian Neoclassical Carved Giltwood Iron Mounted Applique/Trophy of Music Museum mounted as a table top sculpture Italy, 1960s The exquisite beaut...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures

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Iron

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 Sculptures

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Bronze

Polychrome Ceramic Sculpture of Athena
Located in Montreal, QC
Polychrome Ceramic Wall Sculpture of Athena.
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Early 1900s Greek Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Terracotta

Pair of Patinated Bronze Figures of Mercury and Fortuna, After Giambologna
By Giambologna
Located in London, GB
Pair of patinated bronze figures of Mercury and Fortuna, after Giambologna French, Late 19th century Measures: Height 87cm, width 15/19cm, depth 31cm This pair of patinated bron...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Bronze

Neoclassical Solid Marble Green and Gray Obelisk
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical Grand Tour style solid marble green & gray obelisk Measures: 3"W x 3"D x 8"H. Very good original vintage condition. Minor surface wear expected with age...
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Late 20th Century Pakistani Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble

18th Century Neoclassical Bronze Doré Sculpture of Woman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A masterful large classical statue in cast bronze of a beautiful young woman in stride wearing a flowing ionic chiton. The exquisite casting of ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Bronze

19th Century Bowsprits or 19th Century Architectural Fragments
Located in Essex, MA
These unusual Bowsprits are John Haley Bellamy quality, intricately carved, tapered boards with traces of colored paint in the recessed portions. La...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Wood

Pair of Silvered Bronze Herons, Attributed to Maison Bagués, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and decorative pair of herons is made of silvered bronze. This is a French work, in the style of the famous Maison Bagués, circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Sculptures

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Bronze

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 Sculptures

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Oak

Royal Copenhagen, Biscuit Sculpture After Berthel Thorvaldsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen, biscuit sculpture after Berthel Thorvaldsen. Portrait of Berthel Thorvaldsen. Approx. 1870s. Marked. First factory quality. In excellent condition, burning cra...
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1870s Danish Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Ceramic

Beautiful Bronze & Marble Sculpture by Phyllis Beattie "Repose"
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful sculpture in bronze by artist Phyllis Beattie, circa 1990's sitting on a solid black marble base, the figure pins and can be removed for easy shipping and handling.
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Important Set of Four Large Porphyry Obelisks
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
An important set of four large Porphyry Obelisks. Each obelisk is of square section tapering form with a spiked orb finial and embellished with carved roundels of the twelve Roman Emperors in profile. The main body is raised on ball supports putdown on square sectioned plinth bases. Each obelisk is carved with three Emperors profile...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Porphyry

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

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 Sculptures

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Stone

Brass Swan Umbrella Stand Attributed to Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rare and very elegant swan umbrella stand is all made of brass. This is a finely chiseled French work attributed to famous designer Maison Jansen...
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Sculptures

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Brass

Neoclassical Solid Marble Black and Gray Obelisk
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical style solid marble black & gray obelisk Measures: 3"W x 3"D x 12.13"H. Very good original vintage condition. Minor surface w...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical 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 Sculptures

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Alabaster, Carrara Marble

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 Sculptures

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Bronze

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

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 Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century Boston Terrier Black Painted Door Stop, Hubley
Located in Berlin, DE
19th century Boston Terrier door stop, cast iron with original black paint. Beautiful patina.  
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1890s North American Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Iron

Classical Garden Statue
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful vintage concrete garden statue of a classical women. Great chippy finish and nice cast details.
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Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Concrete

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

Pair of framed Roundels in Black Jasperware, Wedgwood, circa 1920
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 Sculptures

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Stoneware

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 Sculptures

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Iron

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. ________________________________________________________________________ Neoklassizistische Lebensgroße Statue der Psyche von Ludvig Brandstrup (dänisch, 1861-1935) aus dem Jahre 1898. Die...
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1890s Danish Antique Neoclassical 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 Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

19th Century Polychrome Sculpture of a Roman Woman
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Italian original painted plaster sculpture of a young Roman woman in nice gilt dress and flower wreath. This well sculptured smiling lady cou...
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1880s Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Plaster

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 Sculptures

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Bronze

Plaster Bust of Diana of Versailles
Located in New York, NY
Plaster bust of Diana of Versailles, a statue of the Greek goddess Artemis.   
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20th Century Neoclassical Sculptures

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Plaster

Homer Antique Plaster Bust
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This Greek bust depicts the legendary poet and author Homer who is presumed to have penned the two of ancient Greece’s most epic poems: the Iliad and the Odyssey. Scholars are uncertain whether or not Homer actually existed but if he in fact did exist, Homer would be regarded as one of the greatest literary artists of his time. This is an iconic statue for an interior and looks particularly impactful when placed on a column or plinth. Please note the blue plinth...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Plaster

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 Sculptures

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Wood

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

Antique Carved Giltwood Architectural Winged Fragments with Serpent Tails, circa
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning and rare pair of antique architectural fragments with wings and serpents' tails French or Italian, circa late 18th century...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Steel

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 Sculptures

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Plaster

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 Sculptures

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Marble

19th Century Terracotta Bust of a Young Girl Signed by Andrea Flaibani
Located in Prato, IT
Andrea Flaibani Friulian sculptor (Udine, Italy 1846 - Udine, Italy 1897) Terracotta Measures: Height 38 cm Width cm 23 Base diameter cm 15 Weight kg approx. 5.5. As a young...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Terracotta

Jasperware Buckle, Wedgwood, Matthew Boulton, Circa 1795
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 Sculptures

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Cut Steel

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 Sculptures

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Porcelain

Alabaster Bust of Judith with Marble Column After August Riedel Painting
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a heavy alabaster bust sculpture of Judith after the painting of August Riedel. It depicts the bust of a light brown wavy hair female who is wear...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Sculptures

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Alabaster, Marble

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 Sculptures

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Terracotta

Classic Italian Terracotta Bust of David
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Romantic sculptural bust in earthy terracotta of the classically handsome David.
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1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Sculptures

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Terracotta

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 Sculptures

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Porcelain

Boston Terrier Doorstop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Boston Terrier doorstop in all original paint.
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20th Century American Neoclassical Sculptures

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Iron

19th Century Terracotta Bust of a Young Girl Signed J. Valette and Dated 1866
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful antique sculpture by the French artist Jean Valette. The statue depicts a young girl, with a beautiful modest look and a Christian cross on a chain around her neck. The sta...
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1860s French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Terracotta

Basalt Portrait Medallion, William of Orange, Wedgwood, circa 1785
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 Sculptures

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Stoneware

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 Sculptures

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Marble, Ormolu

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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