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Spanish Colonial Sculptures

SPANISH COLONIAL STYLE

After the conquest of Mexico in 1521 and the Philippines in 1565, Spain dictated a global culture. The colonization of territories in the Americas, Western Europe, Africa, Oceania and the Pacific imposed the values of Spain, including Catholicism, while the extraction of resources reinforced the empire’s wealth and power. Unlike many styles that came out of European colonialism, such as British Colonial, Spanish Colonial furniture and architecture frequently mixed local heritage with the artistic traditions of Spain.

Spanish Colonial furniture was informed by the shifting styles of Europe as well as Indigenous culture. There were Inca tapestries depicting Spanish coats of arms and Baroque chairs adorned with tropical flora. The butaca, a low easy chair popular in the Caribbean, was inspired by Rococo’s curving forms and the shape of precolonial seating. In New Mexico, Pueblo artisans carved chests with patterns reminiscent of Anasazi art.

Even within the homes of the wealthy, furniture was usually restricted to necessities like benches, desks, cupboards and chests. These were often ornately designed and especially important for storing prized goods like textiles. Spanish Colonial houses were built with adobe and clay and tended to be minimally decorated, so the style’s heavily carved wooden furniture pieces stood out against a home’s white stucco walls.

The Spanish Colonial period mostly came to an end after the territories achieved independence from Spain. However, its aesthetics continued to influence Southwestern style and Spanish Colonial Revival style after Spanish Colonial style was used extensively at San Diego’s 1915 Panama-California Exposition.

Find a collection of antique Spanish Colonial chairs, tables, bedroom furniture and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Spanish Colonial
Hardwood Wagon Wheel from Mexico, circa Early 1800's
Hardwood Wagon Wheel from Mexico, circa Early 1800's

Hardwood Wagon Wheel from Mexico, circa Early 1800's

Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato

Hardwood wagon wheel from the state of Puebla, Mexico, circa early 19th century. The wagon wheel is from the colonial era. Most colonial wheels contain ir...

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Early 19th Century Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood

19th Century Vintage Spanish Colonial Wood Santo Saint Sculpture
19th Century Vintage Spanish Colonial Wood Santo Saint Sculpture

19th Century Vintage Spanish Colonial Wood Santo Saint Sculpture

Located in Bradenton, FL

19th C Spanish Colonial Wood Santo / Saint / Angel sold as found in vintage condition showing normal signs of wear and tear. Wonderful worn origi...

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19th Century Central American Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Wood

19th Century Guatemalan Nino With Metal Adorned, Repousse Diaper
19th Century Guatemalan Nino With Metal Adorned, Repousse Diaper

19th Century Guatemalan Nino With Metal Adorned, Repousse Diaper

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A finely detailed devotional figure of the infant Christ (Niño Dios), typical of 19th-century Guatemalan religious art. Carved in wood with polychrome decoration and inset glass eyes...

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19th Century Guatemalan Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Vintage Talavera Hand Painted Ceramic Rooster - Unsigned - Mexico - C. 1980's
Vintage Talavera Hand Painted Ceramic Rooster - Unsigned - Mexico - C. 1980's

Vintage Talavera Hand Painted Ceramic Rooster - Unsigned - Mexico - C. 1980's

Located in Chatham, ON

Large vintage Talavera hand painted studio ceramic Rooster - featuring a typical brightly colored multi pattern design - unsigned - Mexico - circa 1980's. Excellent/mint vintage con...

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Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Chilean Metal Huasos Spurs
Chilean Metal Huasos Spurs

Chilean Metal Huasos Spurs

Located in Stamford, CT

Early 20th century Chilean huasos metal spurs. Heavy silvered metal stamped Chile on the side. As found with grosgrain ribbon attached.

Category

Early 20th Century Chilean Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Silver

Antique Spanish Colonial Statue Santo Madonna
Antique Spanish Colonial Statue Santo Madonna

Antique Spanish Colonial Statue Santo Madonna

Located in Atlanta, GA

A most spectacular antique Spanish Colonial figure of Madonna, Mexico circa 19th century possibly earlier. Constructed in plaster with carved and gilt wood accent. Realistic in style...

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19th Century Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Two 19th Century Terracotta and Gesso Finials
Two 19th Century Terracotta and Gesso Finials

Two 19th Century Terracotta and Gesso Finials

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This listing is for two 19th century terra-cotta finials with old gesso. These sat on pre 1825, Spanish Colonial houses. Top lifts off. From the high Highlands of Guatemala. Old natu...

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19th Century Guatemalan Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

17th Century Virgin and Child in the Dress and Peruvian Lead Figure
17th Century Virgin and Child in the Dress and Peruvian Lead Figure

17th Century Virgin and Child in the Dress and Peruvian Lead Figure

Located in Madrid, ES

17th-century Virgin and Child in the Dress and Peruvian Lead Figure This important collection of Hispanic sacred imagery consists of a monumental Virgin and Child in the Dress, Span...

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Early 17th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Immaculate Conception with Peruvian silver crown, Spanish school, 18th Century
Immaculate Conception with Peruvian silver crown, Spanish school, 18th Century

Immaculate Conception with Peruvian silver crown, Spanish school, 18th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Immaculate Conception in polychrome and gilded wood with Peruvian silver crown, Spanish school, 18th century A magnificent Baroque carving of the Immaculate Conception, crafted from carved, polychrome, and gilded wood, attributed to the 18th-century Spanish school. It depicts the Virgin in prayer on a cherub pedestal...

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18th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Talavera China Poblana Tile Doll Statue Mexican Art Majolica Woman Dia Muertos
Talavera China Poblana Tile Doll Statue Mexican Art Majolica Woman Dia Muertos

Talavera China Poblana Tile Doll Statue Mexican Art Majolica Woman Dia Muertos

Located in Queretaro, Queretaro

This hand-crafted ceramic figurine was created by Mexican artist César Torres using traditional Talavera Poblana techniques in Puebla, Mexico. The piece depicts a folkloric female figure dressed in traditional attire, holding the skirt of her dress in a classic regional pose. This time Torres focuses on the tradition of the Day of the Dead depicting a catrina. The figurine is entirely hand-modeled and hand-painted, featuring intricate floral and geometric motifs in cobalt blue, yellow, green, terracotta, and black. The surface is finished with a glossy glaze characteristic of Talavera ceramics...

Category

2010s Mexican Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Majolica

19th Century Gilt Wood Carved Conquistadors
19th Century Gilt Wood Carved Conquistadors

19th Century Gilt Wood Carved Conquistadors

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

19th Century Gilt Wood Carved Conquistadors. Beautiful pair purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.

Category

19th Century French Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Spanish Colonial Antique Santo Figure
Spanish Colonial Antique Santo Figure

Spanish Colonial Antique Santo Figure

Located in Atlanta, GA

A stunning antique parcel-giltwood statue of St. John, 19th century, possibly earlier, from Mexico, Spanish Colonial with polychrome paint decoration. St John was depicted as a regal...

Category

19th Century Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf

Two 19th Century Terracotta and Gesso Finials With Flames
Two 19th Century Terracotta and Gesso Finials With Flames

Two 19th Century Terracotta and Gesso Finials With Flames

Located in Los Angeles, CA

For the listed price, you will receive BOTH finials. This listing is for two 19th century terra-cotta finials with old gesso, great flames adorn the tops. Please note that the bases ...

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19th Century Guatemalan Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

Early 20th century Spanish figure terracotta planter
Early 20th century Spanish figure terracotta planter

Early 20th century Spanish figure terracotta planter

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Rare and unusual spanish figure, circa 1920 Hand painted and wearing spanish costume. Figure supported by a cast palm tree base with 3 deep holes, for holding possibly 3 real palm b...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta, Paint

Life-Size Sculpture of Saint Francis of Assisi, Spanish Baroque School, 17th Cen
Life-Size Sculpture of Saint Francis of Assisi, Spanish Baroque School, 17th Cen

Life-Size Sculpture of Saint Francis of Assisi, Spanish Baroque School, 17th Cen

Located in Madrid, ES

Life-size sculpture of Saint Francis of Assisi, Spanish Baroque school, 17th century Large-format sculpture in carved, gilded, and polychromed wood, depicting Saint Francis of Assis...

Category

Early 17th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Wood

19th Century Set of Study Hands Saint Sculptures
19th Century Set of Study Hands Saint Sculptures

19th Century Set of Study Hands Saint Sculptures

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1900. We offer this fantastic set of study hands saint sculptures. This set of pieces belonged to a sculptor of religious figures who used these models to create the christian ...

Category

Early 1900s Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Stucco, Wood

Antique Spanish-Colonial Santo
Antique Spanish-Colonial Santo

Antique Spanish-Colonial Santo

Located in Atlanta, GA

An very well weathered Spanish-colonial Santo, likely depicting St Michael or St Miguel. Carved from the wood, the statue displays historical loss on both limbs and also the wings on...

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Late 18th Century Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Collection of Three Mediterranean Spanish Colonial Style Terracotta Jars
Collection of Three Mediterranean Spanish Colonial Style Terracotta Jars

Collection of Three Mediterranean Spanish Colonial Style Terracotta Jars

Located in Atlanta, GA

A collection of three Mediterranean terracotta jars on custom stands. These vintage terracotta vessels make for a lovely decorative collection, the two taller ones having nicely ribb...

Category

20th Century European Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Iron

17th Century Spanish Colonial Pietà Sculpture with Sterling Silver Halo
17th Century Spanish Colonial Pietà Sculpture with Sterling Silver Halo

17th Century Spanish Colonial Pietà Sculpture with Sterling Silver Halo

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

17th Century Spanish Colonial Pietà Sculpture with Sterling Silver Halo An extraordinary and deeply devotional example of Spanish Colonial religious art, this 17th-century Pietà capt...

Category

1690s Peruvian Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Eskimo Boy and Girl by Lladro
Eskimo Boy and Girl by Lladro

Eskimo Boy and Girl by Lladro

$760Sale Price / set|20% Off

Eskimo Boy and Girl by Lladro

Located in Miami, FL

A gres polychromed ceramic figurines by Lladro, two Eskimo children huddle together for warmth. Originally designed by Juan Huerta and one of the first lines ex...

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Spanish Colonial Polychrome Nino
Spanish Colonial Polychrome Nino

Spanish Colonial Polychrome Nino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a beautiful example of a Spanish Colonial Nino/ Christ Child/Jesus. It has beautiful, life like brown glass eyes, which were a later Spanish Colonial feature (earlier figure...

Category

19th Century Guatemalan Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

Standing Saint Painted & Carved Wood Sculpture
Standing Saint Painted & Carved Wood Sculpture

Standing Saint Painted & Carved Wood Sculpture

Located in Astoria, NY

Standing Saint Polychrome Painted and Carved Wood Sculpture, 19th century, probably Spanish Colonial, with hand-painted gilt accents. 12.75" H x 4.5" W x 2.5" D. Provenance: From a G...

Category

19th Century Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique Carved Wooden Spanish Colonial Santo
Antique Carved Wooden Spanish Colonial Santo

Antique Carved Wooden Spanish Colonial Santo

Located in Bradenton, FL

Unique hand carved antique Spanish colonial wooden santo.

Category

19th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Wood

19th Century Blonde Polychrome Madonna
19th Century Blonde Polychrome Madonna

19th Century Blonde Polychrome Madonna

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This hand-carved wooden figure represents the Virgin Mary as a child, known as Niña María, a revered devotional subject in Spanish Colonial art. Crafted in 19th-century Guatemala, th...

Category

19th Century Guatemalan Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Gesso, Glass, Wood, Paint

Early Carved Wood And Polychrome Religious Figure
Early Carved Wood And Polychrome Religious Figure

Early Carved Wood And Polychrome Religious Figure

Located in Bradenton, FL

Beautifully carved religious figure, of solid wood painted in colors of red, brown and green. Figure is bearded and holding a book in left hand and a large feather in right hand, res...

Category

19th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Spanish Colonial Column Base Depicting Putti Holding Corbel
Spanish Colonial Column Base Depicting Putti Holding Corbel

Spanish Colonial Column Base Depicting Putti Holding Corbel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

pre 1825, Spanish Colonial, wooden polychrome column base depicting a putti holding up a corbel where a pillar would have been sat. The pillar is long gone but the intricate carvings...

Category

19th Century Guatemalan Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Paint

Antique Spanish Latin Polychromed Carved Wood Figure Madonna and Child Statue
Antique Spanish Latin Polychromed Carved Wood Figure Madonna and Child Statue

Antique Spanish Latin Polychromed Carved Wood Figure Madonna and Child Statue

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique 32" Spanish Latin Polychromed Carved Wood Figure Depicting Madonna and Child. Item features is a tall impressive form, hand carved details with weathered gilt polychromed fin...

Category

18th Century Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Talavera China Poblana Tile Doll Statue Mexican Art Majolica Woman Sculpture
Talavera China Poblana Tile Doll Statue Mexican Art Majolica Woman Sculpture

Talavera China Poblana Tile Doll Statue Mexican Art Majolica Woman Sculpture

Located in Queretaro, Queretaro

This hand-crafted ceramic figurine was created by Mexican artist César Torres using traditional Talavera Poblana techniques in Puebla, Mexico. The piece depicts a folkloric female figure dressed in traditional attire, holding the skirt of her dress in a classic regional pose. The figurine is entirely hand-modeled and hand-painted, featuring intricate floral and geometric motifs in cobalt blue, yellow, green, terracotta, and black. The surface is finished with a glossy glaze characteristic of Talavera ceramics...

Category

2010s Mexican Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Majolica

19th Century Spanish Colonial Carved Wooden Bishop Religious Figure
19th Century Spanish Colonial Carved Wooden Bishop Religious Figure

19th Century Spanish Colonial Carved Wooden Bishop Religious Figure

Located in Milford, NH

A nicely carved wooden Spanish Colonial bishop religious figure with mitre, robe, and metal crucifix hanging around his neck, dating to the 19th century...

Category

19th Century Guatemalan Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Pair of Wicker Woven Ducks with Wood Details
Midcentury Pair of Wicker Woven Ducks with Wood Details

Midcentury Pair of Wicker Woven Ducks with Wood Details

Located in Miami, FL

Wicker duck from with an intricate woven wicker structure and highlighted with wood wings and a sculpted bill and feet.

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Wicker

Craved and Gilded Santo 17th Century
Craved and Gilded Santo 17th Century

Craved and Gilded Santo 17th Century

Located in Toronto, CA

This is a lovely Spanish Colonial antique Santo figure, beautifully gilded with tones of deep red underpainting showing through. The statue represents a...

Category

17th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Wood

19th Century Spanish Colonial Religious Figure  In Carved And Polychromed Wood
19th Century Spanish Colonial Religious Figure  In Carved And Polychromed Wood

19th Century Spanish Colonial Religious Figure In Carved And Polychromed Wood

Located in Bradenton, FL

19th Century Spanish Colonial wood and polychromed hand carved figure of a Santos or possibly Jesus. The practice of creating Santos figures began in Spain and they usually wore orna...

Category

18th Century Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Spanish Wire Don Quixote Figure
Spanish Wire Don Quixote Figure

Spanish Wire Don Quixote Figure

Located in Queens, NY

Spanish life size wire figure of Don Quixote on horse (19/20th Cent)

Category

Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Wire

19th Century Set of Study Hands Saint Sculptures 'Set 3'
19th Century Set of Study Hands Saint Sculptures 'Set 3'

19th Century Set of Study Hands Saint Sculptures 'Set 3'

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1900. We offer this fantastic Set of Study Hands Saint Sculptures. This set of pieces belonged to a sculptor of religious figures who used these models to create the christian ...

Category

Early 1900s Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Stucco, Wood

Late 19th Century Signed Mahogany Nautical Hand-Carved Mermaid Sculpture Statue
Late 19th Century Signed Mahogany Nautical Hand-Carved Mermaid Sculpture Statue

Late 19th Century Signed Mahogany Nautical Hand-Carved Mermaid Sculpture Statue

Located in Miami, FL

Charming one of a kind, late 19th Century large Mahogany Mermaid Sculpture hand carved out of one piece of solid wood. Very detailed the Hair and Tail textured carvings, and the sensitivity of the Sculptor with the entire upper body. The Mermaid is holding a drum, the other arm can hold a flag. Another drum is next to her at the base. Signed by unknown Artist E. KETAN. The Nautical Mermaid...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Mahogany, Paint

19th Century Set of Study Hands Saint Sculptures 'Set 2'
19th Century Set of Study Hands Saint Sculptures 'Set 2'

19th Century Set of Study Hands Saint Sculptures 'Set 2'

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1900. We offer this fantastic Set of Study Hands Saint Sculptures. This set of pieces belonged to a sculptor of religious figures who used these models to create the christian ...

Category

Early 1900s Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Sculptures

Materials

Stucco, Wood

Spanish Colonial sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Spanish Colonial sculptures for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, 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, more furniture and collectibles, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Spanish Colonial sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and Mexico pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sculptures, popular names associated with this style include and Europa Antiques. 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 $550 and tops out at $49,500 while the average work can sell for $2,500.