United Kingdom Figurative Sculptures

Art Deco gilt bronze sculpture of the 'Theban Dancer' by CJR Colinet French, circa 1925 Measures: Height 55cm, width 59cm, depth 23cm The important Fr...

A dancing maiden marble sculpture By Papini A signed marble “di latte” (crushed composite marble) sculpture. The sculpture is of a young dancer swir...

A striking early 20th century Austrian bronze group of an Bedouin man standing next to his camel by the side of a palm tree on a naturalistic raised base, the saddle on the camel ope...

Two-tone patinated bronze sculpture by G. Leroux depicting Aida French, Late 19th Century Height 75cm, width 33cm, depth 35cm This sensational bronze sculpture is cast after an ori...

Surrealist imaginary architectural tower build in red baking clay by Dutch artist Arie Bouter, Gouda 1995 (B. 1942) is carefully hand sculpted. The sculptu...

Large antique figurative sculptural lamp by Grégoire French, Late 19th Century Lamp: Height 129cm, width 42cm, depth 40cm Base: Height 76cm, width 43cm, depth 43cm Overall: Height 20...

A fabulous early 20th Century Art Deco cold painted bronze figure of a naked dancer in an elegant flowing pose, exhibiting excellent colour and fine hand finished detail, raised on a green onyx base and signed Lorenzl Additional Information Measures: Height: 25 cm Width: 11 cm Depth: 7 cm Condition: Excellent Original Condition Circa: 1925 Materials: Cold painted Bronze & Green Onyx Book Ref Art Deco and Other Figures by Bryan Catley Page No: 225 ABOUT Lorenzl Fleur Josef Lorenzl, Austrian 1892 ~ 1950 Lorenzl Fleur – When looking to the designs of the Art Deco period one talented sculptor and ceramist that cannot be ignored is Josef Lorenzl. A master designer, his bronze statuettes and ceramic figural work epitomise the era perfectly. As with Preiss, Chiparus and Colinet the other great sculptors from this period, Lorenzl was inspired by the female form and the new found freedom that women enjoyed, which he executed beautifully both in his bronze and ceramic designs. Pictured right: A Josef Lorenzl Cold-Painted Art Deco Bronze and Ivory...

This ormolu clock is an exemplary work by the famous French 19th century metalworker and foundry-owner, Ferdiand Barbedienne. Working with a design made by the acclaimed onamentalist, Louis-Constant...

Beautifully stylized a set of 3 figurines with a great balance of harmony stood, portrays the beauty of the inner world through pure beauty. This Valuable unique art piece is a great...

A Large Figural Bronze Sculpture of Salammbô By Marcel Début The patinated figure representing the character from Gustave Flaubert's titular novel Salammbô, as evidenced by the cart...

A patinated bronze sculpture of a seated nude man by Belgian sculptor Alexandre Ouline (1918-1940). The seated figure, thought to be that of an athlete, resting his chin on his hand...

A very fine early 20th Century bronze study of a muscular Olympian athlete about to cross the finishing line. The bronze with excellent rich brown patina and very fine hand finished ...

'Seated Minstrel' A late 19th century bronze sculpture by Emile Boisseau (1842-1923) depicting a seated Troubadour in traditional costume playing the lute. Rich light brown patina. S...

This piece is a superb example of the work of the Meissen porcelain manufactory. Modelled by E. A. Leuteritz in the 19th century based upon earlier models, it is a group piece, showi...

Incredible giant bronze statue of the famous Mercury statue The original version of this was by Italian artist Giambologna This version is over five fe...

Bronze sculpture of horse drawn chariot by Tommaso Campaiola Italian, early 20th century Dimensions: Height 48cm, width 76cm, depth 53cm This ex...

18th Century Meissen Porcelain Figurines, Pair of Gardeners. Model 1584. A couple of gardeners, designed by Johann Joachim Kaendler, with flowers and vegetable basket, sitting / s...

Antique Glazed Studio pottery carp figure A very detailed and well-modelled fish (believed carp). The texture and glaze are almost rusty iron-like but it is in fact made of pottery...

Patinated bronze sculpture of young boy trimming the wings of a dove by Gregoire. This bronze known as "Captivity" represents the clipping of wings and forceful fidelity. Beautifully...

Substantial and chic handblown glass cherry objet d'art. Guaranteed to bring a pop of joy to any space. Signed Curio. Glass stalk is removable for ease...

One of a kind abstract sculpture, hand crafted in stucco pigmented scagliola composites . The creation process is both lengthy and intricate, rooted in traditional techniques for c...

An attractive limited edition cold painted Art Deco bronze figure of an elegant beauty dressed in a purple full length gown with excellent color and detail, signed Erté, numbered 145...

A large figurative sculpture depicting the two dancers, Harlequin and Columbine, by the acclaimed British sculptor, John W. Mills. Part of the artist’s ‘Harlequinade’ series, this is...

A Meiji period bronze of a huntsman carrying a gun, Signed in a seal. ??? in an elaborate seal script, Which reads “Kakuha sei”. Japanese, circa 1910. Kakuha Kanzaemon had shops...

A life sized carved statuary marble figure of an Angel. This statue was reputedly removed from a church yard in Dover, England after suffering from bomb damage during an air raid in ...

Girl seated' One of a kind abstract figure sculpture hand crafted and cast in bronze in the lost wax process. Size 28cmH x 7cmW x8cmD One of a kind and signed.

A fine quality pair of Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Miyao bronze figures depicting a mother carrying her child with a wicker basket on her head, carr...

An unusual and very stylish antique bronze human female hand sculpture dating from around 1900. The life size sculpture portrays a female resting hand with nicely groomed nails with ...

A very fine early 20th Century Art Deco cold painted bronze figure of a naked beauty in the midst of a graceful movement, with excellent colour and fine hand finished detail, raised on a shaped onyx base and signed Lorenzl ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height: 21 cm Width: 15 cm Depth: 7 cm Condition: Excellent Original Condition Circa: 1925 Materials: Bronze and Onyx Book Ref Art Deco and Other Figures by Bryan Catley Page No: 214 SKU: 8698 ABOUT Lorenzl Veronica Josef Lorenzl, Austrian 1892 ~ 1950 Lorenzl Veronica – When looking to the designs of the Art Deco period one talented sculptor and ceramist that cannot be ignored is Josef Lorenzl. A master designer, his bronze statuettes and ceramic figural work epitomise the era perfectly. As with Preiss, Chiparus and Colinet the other great sculptors from this period, Lorenzl was inspired by the female form and the new found freedom that women enjoyed, which he executed beautifully both in his bronze and ceramic designs. Pictured right: A Josef Lorenzl Cold-Painted Art Deco Bronze and Ivory Deco Lady with Decoration by Crejo – Circa 1930 – Modelled cast and carved as a young woman adopting a stylish pose, her costume decorated with enamelled flowers, onyx plinth, base signed Lorenzl, dress signed Crejo 10.5/8 in. (27 cm.) high. Sold for £6,250 at Christies, London (Feb 2014). Josef Lorenzl Cold-Painted Art Deco Bronze and Ivory Deco Lady with Decoration by Crejo – Circa 1930 Although very little is known about Lorenzl’s early life we are aware that he was born in Austria in 1892 and was soon to become one of the most talented sculptors of the Art Deco Period. He started by working for a bronze foundry in Vienna Arsenal where he produced stunning Art Deco bronze statuettes. The majority of his works in bronze and ivory were of singular slim female nudes with long legs which conveyed elegance. His preference was for dancing poses which were not only evident in his singular statuettes but also in those attached to marble clocks, lamp bases and bookends. Like his contemporaries Lorenzl work was created in bronze or by using “Chryselephantine”, a Greek word which refers to the combination of various materials such as bronze, ivory, gold and silver. He signed his pieces in various ways sometimes abbreviating his name to ” R Lor”, “Lor” or “Enzl” but on some of the statuettes you will find an additional signature by Crejo. A talented painter who worked alongside Lorenzl, Crejo would paint decoration onto the statuettes such as flowers and these are the figures which bear his signature. Far more desirable with Crejo’s painting these can command a premium at auction. Recently Bonhams sold an example of Lorenzl’s work with Crejo decoration for £10,500 but the pieces created by Lorenzl alone generally fetch in the region of £2,000 – £12,000 depending on the subject matter and size. A Josef Lorenzl (1892-1950) Cold-Painted Art Deco Bronze and Onyx Timepiece with Deco Lady ~ Circa 1920. Pictured left: A Josef Lorenzl (1892-1950) Cold-Painted Art Deco Bronze and Onyx Timepiece with Deco Lady ~ Circa 1920. Modelled and cast as a crouching nude female figure holding a dial with onyx face, on onyx plinth raised on slate base, apparently unsigned11½ in. (31.7 cm.) high. Sold for £4,700 at Christies, London (Nov 2013). From his designs in bronze and ivory Lorenzl went on to work for the Austrian ceramics company Goldscheider. Again creating stunning sculptures of the female form collector’s are more aware of this period and his sculptures in ceramic than they are of his earlier bronze and ivory statuettes. Inspired by shape and bold colours Lorenzl’s sculptures had clean lines and geometric shapes. Although each piece possess great movement there was no intricacy or attention to detail and most of his figures wore their hair in the boyish bob which was fashionable at the time, making these simplistic and stylish figurines the epitome of Art Deco Bronze design. One of Lorenzl’s friends Stephan Dakon who he had met whilst working at the bronze foundry had the same vision and style as Lorenzl so it was the obviously thing for Lorenzl to recommend Dakon to Goldscheider when he started to work for them. Taken on as a freelance designer Dakon was of the same mindset as Lorenzl and so much of their work was very similar. People at the time even believed that the two were in fact the same person. Both the artists had an interest in the female form, dance and theatrical costume. This was enhanced with Lorenzl when he took a trip to Paris and visited Folies Bergeres. Famous dancer Josephine Baker was on stage with her chorus dancers, all wearing extremely flamboyant costumes, Lorenzl was captivated by the glamour and outlandishness of the dancers and so on his return to Austria reproduced gorgeous figurines wearing vibrant coloured costumes and in various dance poses. He was also able to use his skill as an Art Deco bronze sculptor to use the earthenware to his advantage. Carving delicate fingers and enhancing the women’s female form Lorenzl set about producing some stunning sculptures. “Captured Bird” was one of his most popular and was created in many different colours and sizes. This particular piece is of a dancing girl with a gossamer winged dress which was inspired by a dance performed by Niddy Impekoven and was also captured onto a lamp base with three figures of this elegant lady dancing around the stand.. Other dancing Deco Lady girl figurines which were created by Lorenzl include “Butterfly Wings,” “Spider-Web Dress...

A very good quality classical Italian bronze statue of a mother and child.

'Masai 0.1' is a unique wooden sculpture by the British artist, Donald Baugh. Donald Baugh was born in London and from the ages of one to eight lived in Jamaica with his grandparent...

This superb hand carved sandalwood figure is Indian from the Raj period and dates to circa 1900. It depicts the Hindu goddess Parvati, who represents love, fertility and devotion. Parvati is beautiful. She is semi-naked and very ornate in her elaborate costume. She is holding her Deity son Ganesha, who is part human with an elephant’s head and is known in Hindu mythology as the remover of obstacles. This remarkable figure group is carved from solid sandalwood, the very material that Hindu mythology suggests Parvati made her son Ganesha from. The figure group is exceptionally well carved equal to what could be described in European circles as exhibition quality. The finely carved figure is raised and mounted onto an elaborate carved and moulded stepped stand made from matching figured sandalwood. This very fine piece of Hindu art...

Fine early 20th century Art deco period bronze of a fencer holding and bending his rapier. The well modelled figure is naked except for a loincloth and he is seen looking down and flexing the blade of his rapier. Ludwig Eisenberger...

Mid 20th Century hand carved crystal skull. Crystal skulls are intriguing and often mystifying artefacts crafted from various types of crystal or gemstone, including quartz, amethyst...

Austrian Orientalist figurative lamp in cold painted bronze Austrian, c. 1910 Measures: Height 30cm, width 25cm, depth 15cm This charming bro...

Antique Viennese cold-painted bronze sculpture with a camel by Bergman Austrian, c. 1910 Height 39cm, width 31cm, depth 20cm Franz Xaver Bergman (1861-1936) is the artist behind this unusual sculptural desk piece. A camel stands majestically atop a rocky road. His rider, dressed in a flowing, cream garment holds a rope in one hand and a spear in the other. The male figure is looking towards the other male, who is dressed more vibrantly in shades of blue and red. Next to the camel is a large container, surrounded by two urns. The container can be used as a stationary holder...

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning late 19th century Italian grand tour Venus De Milo statue A very good looking and decorative piec...

A very tall and elegant original 1930's Art Deco figurine of a lady in cold painted Spelter. She stands on an alabaster base which is in good order and free from any damage. She's in...

Pair of antique Meissen porcelain figures of Malabar musicians German, Late 19th Century Woman: Height 33cm, width 13cm, depth 11cm Man: Height 32cm, width 20cm, depth 11cm Expertly crafted in the late 19th century by the artists at Meissen, the figures depict a charming pair of Malabar musicians. The design of this pair is after models by Friedrich Elias Meyer (German 1723–1785), an artist at Meissen. The figure of a lady is playing the hurdy-gurdy and the moustached man the guitar. Both figures are wearing a pale straw hat, their bodies covered by a maroon-coloured and fur lined jacket...

'Visage' One of a kind bronze sculpture. Created by Rinat Design, cast in bronze in the lost wax process and fixed into a solid wood bas...

Antique Angel Painting, Religious Angel Painting, Antique Angel Sculpture, Antique Dummy Board, Antique Religious Painting, Antique Religious Sculpture, Gothic Antique. 19th Century Religious Dummy Board Oil Painting of Angel...

A pair of well carved 19th Century Anglo Indian hardwood torchers, profusely carved all over, dome petal shaped tops comprising of various foliage and berry's, circular centre with a...

An Italian bronze equestrian sculpture of Emanuele Filiberto, Duke of Savoia, by Baron Carlo Marochetti, the duke wearing full arm...

A Realistic Marble Statue of Hercules after the Ancient Model Stands at almost 1 meter Tall

A very good quality late 19th century Austrian terracotta black boy seated on a bamboo chair, dressed in his best cloths. Impressed numbers to underside.

A very stylish Art Deco pottery painted figure of a girl in the style of Wiener Werkstatte, Austria and possibly Michael Powolny, dating from around 1930. The girl is hand crafted fr...

The patinated bronze sculpture standing on naturalistic circular base, signed 'L. Grégoire' on base Jean Louis Grégoire (French, 1840-1890) was born and died in Paris. Training ...

This life-sized terracotta sculpture of the classical Greek figure, Hebe, is a truly beautiful piece. Daughter of Zeus and Hera, Hebe was the go...

A 1960s Belgian ceramic abstract sculpture with bronze textured style finish mounted on natural wooden base, signed on the base "J H '64".

Original 1930's Art Deco French figure "The woman with hand mirror". Lovely Art Deco sculpture. The statuette is in spelter metal and cold painted on top with lovely detailing. The f...

A Fine Bronze Study of a French Military Figure by L. A Bayeux This finely modelled French bronze depicts a striking French early 19th century military figure stood dressed in ful...

These exquisitely carved marble relief plaques, are notable for their large size and fine detailing, and were made after two famous plaques of the...

An Elegant Patinated Bronze Figure of a Roman Orator probably Julius Cesar by Mathurin Moreau 1822-1912, Signed Moreau Math Exposition des Beaux 1...

Pair of Orientalist sculpted busts by Guillemin French, circa 1880-1890 Male figure: Height 89.5cm, width 65cm, depth 40cm Female figure: Height 79.5...

An erotically charged early 20th century Art Deco cold painted bronze lamp modelled with a harem beauty relaxing on a rug in front of an Arab man with an architectural background with suspended lantern...

Table top Christmas decoration with tea light holder by David Marshall (circa 1980s). Cast in aluminium and anchored by a solid brass base, this sculptural piece features a recessed ...

This alluring bronze depicts the full-length figure of a young lady who, swathed in draped clothing, looks downward toward a basket of flowers hung about her waist. The circular base...

This bronze statuette shows Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington riding his warhorse Copenhagen. He is dressed in civilian clothes with the reins in one hand and his top hat in the ...

A very unusual midcentury handcrafted stoneware sculpture of an Elizabethan lady’s head, possibly Elizabeth I, wearing a period hat and ruff collar attributed to renowned artist and writer Quentin Bell (British, 1910-1996). The stoneware shoulder length head stands...

An almost life size plaster statue after the antique titled 'The Wrestlers". The Two young men are engaged in the Pankration, one of the most ...