South Coast Figurative Sculptures
to
265
609
23
12
13
63
533
35
62
149
152
13
2
18
9
9
19
38
34
32
39
123
43
18
14
13
13
6
5
4
3
2
2
1
1
1
1
345
222
147
102
95
644
7,675
7,555
250
233
190
106
100
Height
to
Width
to
644
644
644
7
5
4
3
3
Item Ships From: South Coast
Bronze Tibetan Buddha Manjushree with Sword of Wisdom
Located in Somis, CA
A wonderful statue of Tibetan Bodhisattva Manjushree. Legend has it that he cuts water with the sword to divide the water resource to irrigate dry valleys. In Tibetan Buddhism, Mañju...
Category
20th Century Tibetan South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Grouping of Rudolstadt Volkstedt Putti Figurines, Set of 5
By Rudolstadt Volkstedt
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a set of 5 Rudolstadt Volkstedt Figurines representing various putti or cupids. The figurines are beautifully detailed with hand painting, s...
Category
Late 19th Century German Rococo Revival Antique South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Set of Two Porcelain Sculptures of the Abduction of the Sabine Women
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of two porcelain figurines in the style of Meissen depicting the "Abduction of the Sabine Women"a historic episode from Roman mythology that is traditionally attributed to Romulu...
Category
Early 1900s Antique South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Large Oriental Dancer Bronze & Marble Sculpture by Georges Morin
By Georges Morin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alluring sculpture by the distinguished German artist featuring an oriental dancer woman dancing gracefully on a black Portero marble triangle base. It ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Small Bronze Statue of the Vendôme Column on Marble Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Traditional bronze sculpture of the Vendôme Column with Napoleon standing gracefully on top.
These statues are collectible, mostly posh kids that upon completing their education woul...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Sculpture of Hands , Bronze Casting after Rodin, Impressionism style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Larger than life-size sculpture of Hands in stress in stress made from a rare find > One of his most popular sculptures. Lost wax process and with e...
Category
1990s American Other South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Beautiful Art Deco Statue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Art Deco statue.
Category
20th Century South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Fang Male Reliquary Figure (Bieri Style), Fang-Betsi Subgroup, Gabon
Located in Encino, CA
Tribal Art - African Art
Fang Male Reliquary Figure (Bieri Style), Fang-Betsi Subgroup, Gabon, Circa 1950s
Carved from dense hardwood, this 19-inch-tall figure with dark, very beautiful patina, stands in a composed stance, holding a small box-like object close to the chest—a gesture associated with protection or ritual offering.
Height: 19 in. (48.3 cm) x Width: 5 in. (12.8 cm) x Depth: 5 in. (12.8 cm) without base.
Height: 21 in 1/4 (54 cm) x Width: 5 in 7/8. (15 cm) x Depth: 5 in 1/2 (14 cm) with base.
Provenance:
Multiple successive collections, France.
According to the previous owner, this sculpture was originally brought from Gabon to France during the colonial period and passed through several private collections thereafter. While we have no documentation to verify the original import date, we conservatively date the piece to the mid-20th century, corresponding to the period it remained in the collection of the prior owner.
This powerful male figure exemplifies the classical aesthetic and spiritual principles of the Fang Bieri tradition, specifically aligned with the Betsi subgroup. Standing in a rigid frontal stance, the figure clutches a small object close to its chest, a gesture commonly associated with ritual offering, protection, or ancestral invocation.
Carved from an exceptionally hard and heavy wood, the figure is marked by a rich, dark patina acquired through age and possible ritual handling. The anatomical emphasis—particularly the pronounced musculature, exaggerated genitalia, and the expressive weight of the limbs—evokes the Fang ideals of vitality, fertility, and ancestral potency. The oversized head, with its serene, meditative expression and stylized features, conveys a sense of introspective calm and spiritual authority. The schematic coiffure, carved in ridged vertical bands, further confirms its alignment with traditional depictions of respected male elders.
The figure belongs to the Bieri tradition, an ancestral cult that functioned as the cornerstone of Fang spiritual and social identity for centuries. As the Fang people migrated southward through Equatorial Africa—from present-day Cameroon into northern Gabon—they carried bark containers (called nsek bieri) holding the skulls of revered ancestors. These containers were typically surmounted by carved guardian figures like this one, which both protected the sacred...
Category
1950s Gabonese Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Set of Two Murano Glass Horses by Pino Signoretto
By Pino Signoretto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two Murano rose colored horses. Signed Pino Signoretto, signature on the inner thigh. They are not an exact pair, one of the horses height is 23 inches. Made in Italy, circa 1970s.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Large Clear Art Glass Orb Sculpture or Paperweight with Bubbles
Located in San Diego, CA
A large clear art glass orb sculpture or paperweight with bubbles, circa 1990. The orb is layered with internal air bubbles and measures 6.6"D x 6.5"H. The orb is in very good vintag...
Category
Late 20th Century American South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Art Deco Bronze Sculpture of a Russian Dancer After Demetre Chiparus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco cold-painted bronze sculpture after "Kamorna" by Demetre Chiparus. Depicting a Russian dancer in the iconic "Kamorna" pose, this sculpture captures the grace, energy, and pa...
Category
1950s French Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Rudolf Kaesbach Nude for Rosenthal
By Rudolf Kaesbach, Rosenthal
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A nice porcelain or parian type figurine of a nude female by Rudolf Kaesbach for Rosenthal. In very good condition signed on the base and marked Rosenthal on the bottom. It is 12 inc...
Category
20th Century German South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Original Vintage Curtis Jere Ship Boat Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
Signed original Curtis Jere large wall sculpture. Incredible piece full of detail. In classic Jere style, this art piece encapsulates...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Goldscheider "The Captured Bird" Porcelain Sculpture
By GOLDSCHEIDERSCHE PORZELLAN-MANUFACTUR UND MAJOLICA-FABRIK (1885-1953)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful art deco porcelain figure titled "The Captured Bird" by Goldscheidersche Porzellan Manufactur handmade in Austria by Josef Lorenzl.
Category
20th Century Art Deco South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Rock Crystal Skull with Stainless Steel Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Rock Crystal Skull with Stainless Steel Stand
Dimensions:
With stand: 9 ½"H x 9 ½"W x 7"D
Single skull: 7"H x 9 ½"W x 7"D
Category
1950s Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Rock Crystal, Stainless Steel
Art Deco Figurine Nude Girl with Flower Cape, After Joe Descomps
By Joe Descomps Cormier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful nude girl figurine kneeling. Hi-polished silver patina on cast bronze, cast after the original by Joe Descomps listed Artist. One of his greatest sculpture. Has marks on th...
Category
Early 2000s North American Art Deco South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Bronze Original Double Figurine Green Patina, French
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A double figurine cast bronze of a guy in chains below a nude girl holding him in chains. Title is (the repatriation of LLDA) mixed patina finish on black/gold marble base. Heavy cas...
Category
1920s European Art Deco Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Hand-Carved Soapstone "Happy Buddha" Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
A really nice hand-carved soapstone "Happy Buddha" sculpture , circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition a few small chips at the base and measures 3.5"W x 2.5"D x 4"H. A laughing Buddha is the ultimate symbol of happiness, taking away any problem, symbolizing good fortune and wealth in both life and career as well as total life fulfillment. A really cool sculpture...
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone
The Hand, White Fiberglas Sculpture inspired by August Rodin
By Auguste Rodin
Located in Pasadena, CA
This sculpture of a hand, crafted in fiberglass, aligns directly with Rodin’s legacy. Shaped in a closed volume, it strips the gesture of any superfluous expression, concentrating a ...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Fiberglass
Collection of Figurines and a Pair of Candle Sticks by Lalique
By Lalique
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four female Lalique figurines with a pair of Lalique candle sticks.
Category
Late 20th Century French South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Vintage Carved Glass Sculpture on Metal Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Carved Glass Sculpture on Metal Frame and Stand
Category
20th Century American South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Whimsical Brass & Wood Sculpture in the Style of Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
Simple and beautiful welded brass sculpture of a butterflies flying sitting on solid wood base unsigned circa 1970s well-done piece .
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Original Art Deco Sculpture Ballerina White Metal Signed D.Alonzo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A good size deco figurine of a ballerina standing on one foot. Has part of one finger missing. Measures: Height at 20 3/4" and 16" long. Base is signed by the artist D.Alonzo circa 1...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Spelter
Bronze Art Deco Sculpture of an Oriental Dancer after Chiparus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful Art Deco figural sculpture of a female dancer made in France during the vibrant Art Deco era of the 1920s, captures an Orient...
Category
1920s French Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Pair of Marble & Multi-Stone Columns with Malachite Sphere
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Neoclassical style column ornaments made of marble and onyx, along with a malachite sphere on top of each piece, while also having a small amethyst on the bottom base.
Made i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Amethyst, Malachite, Onyx, Marble
Italian Terracotta Cherub Centerpiece, Signed Luca Madrassi
Located in Cypress, CA
Stunning Italian terracotta cherub figure group centerpiece depicting one cherub holding a swagged garland, another cherub pushing a wheelbarrow, on naturalistic ground-from base,
2...
Category
20th Century Italian South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
"Pleasure of the Courtesan"Bronze Sculpture by Erté, '1988'
By Erté
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Limited edition "Pleasure of the Courtesan" sculpture by Erté made with cold-painted and gilt bronze depicting a beautiful woman with a chain surroun...
Category
1980s French Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Rock Crystal Skull with Stainless Steel Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sublime rock crystal skull with stainless steel stand. Made in Brazil.
Dimensions:
With stand:8 ½"H x 8 ½"W x 6 ½"D
Single skull: 7"H x...
Category
1950s Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Rock Crystal, Metal
Antique English Oil Painting, Country Scene by Yeend King
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A good quality oil painting of a Country scene of a Hay Stack by a well known Artist (Yeend King). It is signed by him, but not dated. Purchased in London, 1988. See reverse photo...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Paint
Grand Tour Neoclassical Bronze of “The Dying Gaul”
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A nice little bronze Grand Tour souvenir bronze of the Dying Gaul a famous sculpture of antiquity preserved in Rome. This bronze has nice detail. The patina is worn in some places and it is in estate found condition. We haven’t tried to clean or polish it.
Some patina loss minor nicks and surfaces scratches, please see the detailed photos.
For this interested this from Wikipedia about the original sculpture:
The Dying Gaul, also called The Dying Galatian[2] (Italian: Galata Morente) or The Dying Gladiator, is an ancient Roman marble semi-recumbent statue now in the Capitoline Museums in Rome. It is a copy of a now lost Greek sculpture from the Hellenistic period (323–31 BC) thought to have been made in bronze.[3] The original may have been commissioned at some time between 230 and 220 BC by Attalus I of Pergamon to celebrate his victory over the Galatians, the Celtic or Gaulish people of parts of Anatolia. The original sculptor is believed to have been Epigonus, a court sculptor of the Attalid dynasty of Pergamon.
Until the 20th century, the marble statue was usually known as The Dying Gladiator, on the assumption that it depicted a wounded gladiator in a Roman amphitheatre.[4] However, in the mid-19th century it was re-identified as a Gaul or Galatian and the present name "Dying Gaul" gradually achieved popular acceptance. The identification as a "barbarian" was evidenced for the figure's neck torc, thick hair and moustache, weapons and shield carved on the floor, and a type of Gallic carnyx between his legs.[5]
Description
The white marble statue, which may originally have been painted, depicts a wounded, slumped Gaulish or Galatian Celt, shown with remarkable realism and pathos, particularly as regards the face. A bleeding sword puncture is visible in his lower right chest. The warrior is represented with characteristic Celtic hairstyle and moustache with a Celtic torc...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Set of Three Rock Crystal Tower Points, U.S.A. 20th C.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A set of three vintage rock crystal tower points, each standing gracefully on a giltwood hexagon base. Made in the USA in the 20th Century. Rock crystal, or often referred to as clea...
Category
20th Century American South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Rock Crystal
Boy Flying Kite Bronze on Wood Block Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
A really cool boy flying a kite bronze on black wood block sculpture by Curtis Jere, circa 1969. The piece is in very good vintage condition and m...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Quartz, Bronze
Vintage Rare Brass Dolphin Sculpture Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of weighted brass dolphin sculpture bookends. These pieces demand attention and the patina on brass is rich. The dolphin sculptures showcase beauty, strength and vital...
Category
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Turn-of-the-century, Solid Alabaster, Kwan Yin Figure
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian, hand-carved, graceful Kwan sculpture in flowing robes. The figure stands on an octagonal, solid alabaster base and is mounted on a large, fluted, period, carved-wood column....
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Alabaster
Art Deco/Modern Dancer in Dance Pose Title; Karmorna after Chiparus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A deco dancer dressed in a detailed dress in a pose on one knee. Fine detailed quality bronze casting with Cold painted details on her costume. The title listed is ( Karmorna ) by t...
Category
1990s North American Art Deco South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Bronze Statue of the Vendôme Column on Marble Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Traditional bronze sculpture of the Vendôme Column with Napoleon standing gracefully on top. The piece is removable, having a depiction of Napoleon's tomb on the inside as well.
Thes...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Ceramic Urchins
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Ceramic Urchins sourced by Martyn Lawrence Bullard from Paris, France
Limited edition, one pair available
Solid ceramic, painted in a white matte finish
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Kinetic South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Lucite World Globe Ice Bucket by Alessandro Albrizzi 1960s Italy
By Alessi, Jonathan Adler, Alessandro Albrizzi
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful lucite ice bucket cube depicting the world captured in a sculpture that resembles an ice cube. The effect displays a frosted world map of continents and orbiting moon. This...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Lucite
Vintage Pair of Native American Profile Onyx Stone Bookends
By Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of onyx bookends. These beautiful pieces are carved in the profiles of native american characters.. The onyx veining and translucent beauty comes thru while the carvin...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Onyx
Chinese Bronze "Happy Buddha" Sculpture / Incense Burner
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice Chinese bronze "Happy Buddha" sculpture / incense burner circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 4.5"W x 5"D x 4.25"H. A laughing or happy B...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Carved Copper Thousand hand Bodhisattva Buddha Statue
Located in San Diego, CA
The thousand arms of a bodhisattva symbolize compassion and the ability to help all beings, including oneself, to achieve enlightenment. The ideology of this mythical being is repr...
Category
1940s Tibetan Primitive Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Copper
19th Century Neo Classical Grand Tour Bronze Woman with Lyre
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely Neoclassical Bronze of a woman draped in a toga with a lyre. Mounted on a small marble base. Nice age and patina.
Signed although I believe the signature may have been adde...
Category
19th Century French Antique South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
German Foundry NeoClassical Grand Tour Bronze of the Neapolitan Dancing Faun
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely and well cast example of the Pompeian Dancing Faun. This grand tour bronze stands approx 12 inches tall on it’s marble base and is about half size of the original unearthed...
Category
Early 20th Century German South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Stepped Obelisk Fossil Stone Tower
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Egyptian/ Greek Influence
Category
Late 20th Century Classical Greek South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Sandstone
19th Century Gilded Wood Mandalay Standing Buddha, Burmese
Located in Point Richmond, CA
19th Century Gilded Wood Mandalay Standing Buddha, Myanmar
Gilded and jeweled robe with a serene expression standing in a lotus shaped pedestal. The gilt and the jewels show some m...
Category
19th Century Burmese Tribal Antique South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Impair 19 Century French Center Piece with Glass Bold, 1880s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19 century French center piece with glass bold, 1880s.
Category
19th Century French Antique South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
1980s Signed Jim Davidson Bronze Sculpture W/Black Marble Base
Located in Pasadena, CA
1981 dated And Signed Jim Davidson Bronze Sculpture W/Black Marble Base. Measures approx - 7 diameter x 19 high
Category
20th Century American South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Rare 20th Century Wood Carving of standing Child with a Book Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Vintage wood carving of Standing child with holding a book. Sculpture, Hand carved and Handcrafted with Hand Painted Natural Patina, the Sculpture is in good condition
Category
1920s Unknown Folk Art Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Paint, Hardwood
Whimsical Blown Glass Bubble Rooster 1970's
By Arte Nuova Murano
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical glass rooster sculpture in amber and red blown glass bubble body very cool and unique, circa 1970's.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Chinese Art Glass Figurine by Dino Rosin for Murano Glass
By Murano 5, Dino Rosin
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous art glass Chinese figurine in green swirl, black and clear Murano glass, circa 1970s. The pieces is signed "Rosin Murano" and has incredibly vibrant color and great texture!...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Rock Crystal Gold Rutile Happy Buddha 7 lb
Located in Somis, CA
A magnificent, extra-large rock crystal sculpture of the beloved Chinese Happy Buddha. Carved from a single, luminous boulder of natural crystal-clear quartz, adorned with delicate g...
Category
2010s South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Crystal
"Emerald Dream" Bronze Sculpture by Jiang Tie Feng, '1991'
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Limited edition "Emerald Dream" Chinese sculpture by Jiang Tie Feng made with patinated bronze depicting a woman flying on top of a bird. Signed in cast...
Category
1990s Chinese South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Poncho Green Art Glass Catwalk Sculpture by Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda Sweden
By Kjell Engman, Kosta Boda
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice poncho green art glass "Catwalk" sculpture / figurine by Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda Sweden, circa 1980s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cra...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Post-Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Blanc de Chine "Happy Buddha" Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
A fun blanc de chine "Happy Buddha" sculpture, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition no chips or cracks and measures 6.5"W x 5"D x 8.5"H. A laughing Buddha is the ultimate symbol of happiness, taking away any problem, symbolizing good fortune and wealth in both life and career as well as total life fulfillment. A really cool sculpture...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-Century Modern Set of Japanese Women Awa Odori Dancers
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful set of 3 bronze dancer figures. This group of 3 large figures have graceful lines and a beautiful golden finish with patina. Circa 1970s. These abstract figures with a variegated gold patina depict female Japanese Awa Odori...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron, Gold Leaf
Large Hand-Carved Cypress Knee Figural Sculpture After Botticelli's Venus, 1970s
Located in San Francisco, CA
An impressively sized and strikingly beautiful semi-nude female figural sculpture strongly evocative of Sandro Botticelli's "Birth of Venus", hand-carved from an unusually large cypr...
Category
1970s American Folk Art Vintage South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Cypress
Pair of Vintage Art Deco Mannequin Heads / Busts
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice pair of vintage art deco mannequin heads / busts / wig models, circa 1930s. The pair are in very good vinatage condition and measure 9"...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plastic, Wood
Gemstone Happy Buddha Labradorite
Located in Somis, CA
A fantastic labradorite Happy Buddha statue. The Buddha with round face, long earlobes and broad smile, wearing a loose robe that exposes the front of his...
Category
2010s Chinese South Coast Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
