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Rococo Sculptures

ROCOCO STYLE

Rococo was an aesthetic movement in the fine and decorative arts in the 18th century that found its inspiration in nature and fostered an overall lightness and delicacy of form, construction and ornament in interior design. Rococo furniture, while greatly influenced by trends in Italy and Germany, is often called Louis XV style — the movement having reached its best expression during that sybaritic French king’s reign.

The term “rococo” is thought to be a portmanteau of the French words rocaille and coquilles — “rock” and “shells” — organic motifs frequently used in architecture and design of the style.

When it comes to authentic Rococo furniture's characteristics, it is above all sensuous and social. The furniture of earlier eras in Europe had been heavy in every sense; the Rococo period saw the appearance of light-framed upholstered armchairs, side chairs and occasional tables that could easily be moved to form conversational circles.

The signal detail of Rococo furniture design is the gently curved cabriole, or S-shaped chair-, table-, and cabinet-leg. It imitates the bend of a tree limb or a flower stem. In a further reference to nature, furnishings were often asymmetrical and painted white, or in soft, pastel shades. Rococo has become a timeless style, and as the furniture pieces presented on 1stDibs demonstrate, its playful, sculptural forms can provide visual excitement to contemporary, clean-lined spaces.

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Style: Rococo
Early 20th Century French Hand-Painted Barbotine Boat and People Composition
Early 20th Century French Hand-Painted Barbotine Boat and People Composition

Early 20th Century French Hand-Painted Barbotine Boat and People Composition

Located in Dallas, TX

Bring this vibrant antique porcelain piece into your living room, office, or bedroom for a unique flair. This colorful, extremely detailed majolica figurine composition was created in France, circa 1880; it features a beautiful boat cresting small waves, with an exquisitely dressed group inside, including a gondolier in a traditional Louis XV clothing steering the Venetian boat...

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Early 20th Century French Rococo Sculptures

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Majolica, Porcelain

Gilt Bronze Figurine Young Lady with Love Letter at Fountain 19th century
Gilt Bronze Figurine Young Lady with Love Letter at Fountain 19th century

Gilt Bronze Figurine Young Lady with Love Letter at Fountain 19th century

Located in Sweden, SE

Step back in time with this stunning hand-chased cast bronze figurine, reminiscent of the beautiful Rococo era. Sculpture depicting a beautiful young lady in a garden by a fountain, ...

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Late 19th Century Antique Rococo Sculptures

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Gold Plate, Bronze

Early Meissen Cupid Group Around 1750, Allegory of Spring, with Additional Base
Early Meissen Cupid Group Around 1750, Allegory of Spring, with Additional Base

Early Meissen Cupid Group Around 1750, Allegory of Spring, with Additional Base

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Four scantily clad cupids grouped on a rock, partly flowers, partly holding flower arrangements in their hands, the flowers as a typical attribute of the Meissen spring representatio...

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Mid-18th Century German Antique Rococo Sculptures

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Porcelain

Patinated Bronze Rococo Style Sculpture
Patinated Bronze Rococo Style Sculpture

Patinated Bronze Rococo Style Sculpture

Located in Dallas, TX

This listing features a bronze patinated cast sculpture of a female figure dressed in Rococo-style attire with a traditional folding fan and a small bird. This sculpture's origins ar...

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20th Century French Rococo Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Bronze

Pair of Italian Venetrian Porcelain Clown Busts
Pair of Italian Venetrian Porcelain Clown Busts

Pair of Italian Venetrian Porcelain Clown Busts

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Italian Venetian style (20th Cent) porcelain busts of clowns wearing a black mask resting on a low pedestal.   

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20th Century Rococo Sculptures

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Porcelain

18th Century Italian Carved Wood and Polychromed Figure Depicting Baby Jesus
18th Century Italian Carved Wood and Polychromed Figure Depicting Baby Jesus

18th Century Italian Carved Wood and Polychromed Figure Depicting Baby Jesus

Located in North Miami, FL

Presenting an extraordinary 18th-century Italian carved wood and polychromed figure, capturing the tender image of baby Jesus in a standing posture, gracefully perched upon an intric...

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18th Century Italian Antique Rococo Sculptures

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Gold Leaf

Mme Pompadour french alabaster bust circa 1850
Mme Pompadour french alabaster bust circa 1850

Mme Pompadour french alabaster bust circa 1850

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Incredible bust in alabaster representing Mme Pompadour circa 1850

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1850s French Antique Rococo Sculptures

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Alabaster

Meissen Deal with Goose Model 720 Johann Joachim Kaendler Made circa 1850-1860
Meissen Deal with Goose Model 720 Johann Joachim Kaendler Made circa 1850-1860

Meissen Deal with Goose Model 720 Johann Joachim Kaendler Made circa 1850-1860

By Johann Joachim Kaendler

Located in Vienna, AT

Meissen stunning figurine group: The Deal with Goose Model 720 Measures: height 6.69 inches (17.0 cm) width 6.69 inches (17.0 cm) depth 4.72 inches (12.0 cm) Manufactory: Meissen Hallmarked: Blue Meissen Sword Mark (glazed bottom) model number 720 / former's number 6 / painter's number 71 First quality  Dating: 19th century / made circa 1850-1860 Material: porcelain, glossy finish, multicolored painted Technique: handmade porcelain Style: Rococo Modelled by: Johann Joachim Kaendler...

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1850s German Antique Rococo Sculptures

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Porcelain

Pair of Rococo Style Candelabra
Pair of Rococo Style Candelabra

Pair of Rococo Style Candelabra

Located in Stamford, CT

A pair of French Rococo style candelabra after Claudion. Bronze set upon rouge marble base.

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Sculptures

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Bronze

Rococo sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rococo 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, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, porcelain and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rococo sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, 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 Interi, Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kändler, and Michel Victor Acier. 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 $240 and tops out at $195,000 while the average work can sell for $2,497.