Skip to main content

Bust On Base

to
47
299
130
427
9
9
28
25
23
17
10
8
7
7
6
4
1
16
137
274
18
81
78
59
5
3
7
14
3
12
9
19
3
4
220
205
171
167
77
283
119
80
42
41
445
442
444
2
2
2
2
1
Sort By
1880s Small French Bronze Bust Of Napoleon
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1880s Small French bronze bust of Napoleon on marble base. Chip in base as shown in picture.
Category

Antique 1880s Busts

Materials

Bronze

French Marble Bust by De Herain
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Signed and dated marble bust on onyx base, signed and dated, De Herain.
Category

Early 20th Century French Busts

Materials

Marble

Classical Style Marble Bust of Lady
Located in Worcester, GB
Classical style marble bust of lady Measures: Width 42 cm 16 1/2 in Depth 23 cm 9 in
Category

Late 20th Century European Busts

Materials

Marble

Antique Signed Bust of Napoleon Bonaparte
Located in London, GB
Antique signed bust of Napoleon Bonaparte in good original condition, with some minor age related
Category

Early 20th Century French Busts

Materials

Marble

1960s Brutalist Copper Female Portrait Bust
Located in New Windsor, NY
A wonderful copper portrait bust sculpture resting on a walnut base. Signed on the underside of
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Copper

Bust of a Woman in Terracotta
Located in Paris, FR
Terracotta bust of a young woman with a melancholy expression, dressed in 18th century clothing
Category

Antique 1880s European Louis XVI Busts

Materials

Terracotta

Tall Female Nude Torso Statue, Modern White on Contrasting Black Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
nicely cured torso, or female's mid region, raised on a square-shaped base. This artisan feminine piece
Category

20th Century American Busts

Materials

Composition

18th Century Classical Terracotta Head of Madonna on a Wood Base
Located in Catania, Sicilia
of religious art mounted on a wood base. This exquisite sculpture showcases the delicate and serene
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Classical Roman Busts

Materials

Terracotta, Glass, Wood

Karl Springer Hand-Carved African Sculpture on Custom Suede Base, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
suede base by Karl Springer, American, 1980s (photo of original Karl Springer tag included). The horns
Category

Vintage 1980s Nigerian Tribal Busts

Materials

Leather, Suede, Wood, Paint

Signed Plaster Portrait Bust of a Boy
Located in Dallas, TX
a bust sculpture of a young boy, naturalistically rendered in plaster, the bust sits on a square
Category

Early 20th Century American Busts

Italian School Diana of Versailles Marble Bust
Located in Astoria, NY
Italian School Diana of Versailles (Early 19th century), White Marble Bust on round marble base
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Busts

Materials

Marble

Early 1900s French Bronze and Marble Bust
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Early 1900s French Bronze Bust On A Marble Base. Great original dark patination with neoclassic
Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Bronze

Early 1900s French Bronze and Marble Bust
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Early 1900s French bronze bust on a marble base. Great original dark patination with neoclassic
Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Marble, Bronze

1990s Female Torso Hand Carved Abstract Marble Sculpture on a Black Base
Located in Marbella, ES
1990s female torso hand carved abstract marble sculpture on a black base.
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Busts

Materials

Marble

Sculpture Made on the Base of a Bamboo Stalk-Carved by Hand
Located in Marbella, ES
Sculpture made on the base of a bamboo stalk-carved by hand.
Category

Late 20th Century Asian Busts

Materials

Bamboo

Helmet Mask Cameroon, Late 19th Century Mounted on Black Enamel Metal Base
Located in New York, NY
Helmet Mask Cameroon, late 19th century mounted on black enamel metal base. 22" H x 9" D x 9" D
Category

Antique 1890s Cameroonian Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

Demétre Chiparus "Three Girls" signed Bronze Sculpture Set on a Marble Base
By Demetre Chiparus
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
together, smiling and looking outward. Set on a marble base. Signed "Chiparus" to sculpture and stamped
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Busts

Materials

Bronze

Heavy Bronze Statue, a Beautiful Piece of Art on a Black Marble Base
By Jacob Epstein
Located in Hoogeveen, NL
Heavy bronze statue, a beautiful piece of art on a black marble base. One-of-a-kind. Bought in
Category

20th Century German Other Busts

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th Century Grand Tour Bronze Bust of Dionysius
Located in San Francisco, CA
A larger than lifesize grand tour bronze bust of Dionysius on marble base. Foundry mark on back
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Busts

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Terracotta Portrait Bust of Benjamin Disraeli Dated 1880
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Beaconsfield, after a model by Count Gleichen. The finely detailed bust stands on a turned socle base and has
Category

Antique 1880s Busts

Materials

Terracotta

1900s Neoclassical Italian Plaster Cast of an Head on a White Marble Base
Located in Catania, Sicilia
art school in Palermo. There are normal signs of use and age, the white marble base it's in very good
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Carrara Marble, Iron

Mid-Century Modern Danish Nude Figure by Gert Olsen on Marble Base Signed, 1979
By Gert Olsen
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an idyllic, wood art sculpture of a nude bust, signed on the base by
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Marble

Bust Of A Woman Sculpture, Textured Bronze, Indonesia, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Textured bronze sculpture of a bust sitting on a bronze base. The bust sits on a small bronze block
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Busts

Materials

Bronze

Textured Bronze Bust of a Woman Sculpture, Indonesia, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Textured bronze sculpture of a bust sitting on a bronze base in the style of Giacometti. The bust
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Busts

Materials

Bronze

Elegant French Antique Plaster Bust Sculpture of Male Figure
Located in Hopewell, NJ
French plaster antique bust on a square pedestal base. A very elegant and decorative sculpture
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Busts

Materials

Plaster

French Early 20th Century Terracotta Bust by Raymond Couvègnes
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
buildings. He has signed the terra cotta bust on its plinth base.
Category

Early 20th Century French Busts

Materials

Terracotta

Tiberius Bust Made with Compressed Marble Powder Ephesus Museum
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
history into your living space. The Tiberius bust is based on the original sculpture displayed in the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Busts

Materials

Statuary Marble

19th Century Carrara Marble Bust Sculpture of Classical Statesman
Located in Shippensburg, PA
with a tiny steel pin that centers the bust on the base. Measurements: 25 3/4" H x 11 1/2" D x 17 1/2
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Busts

Materials

Marble

18th Century Baroque Grey Sandstone Head of a Woman on a Black Base, Around 1780
Located in Berlin, DE
was probably part of a statue. Now it is sitting on a black wooden base. It is in beautiful original
Category

Antique 1780s French Baroque Busts

Materials

Sandstone

Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic White Carrara Marble Bust
Located in Casteren, NL
bust stands on a base decorated with simple recessed panels. The piece is not signed. It is was made in
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Busts

Materials

Carrara Marble

Antique Bronze Bust of a Woman “Seule” by E. Villanis C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
features and flowing hair. The bust is mounted on a marble base and is signed by the artist. Villanis was
Category

20th Century Art Nouveau Busts

Materials

Bronze

Art Nouveau Marble and Bronze Bust Young Maiden Sculpture Arts Crafts
By Gustave van Vaerenbergh
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Marble & Bronze bust young Maiden Art Nouveau sculpture arts & crafts A French arts and craft bust
Category

Antique 19th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Busts

Materials

Alabaster, Marble, Bronze

Small French Cast Iron and Wood Bust of Woman, Circa 1880
Located in Dallas, TX
over her collarbones, extending down toward the base of the bust. Based on her attire, the subject of
Category

Antique 1880s French Busts

Materials

Metal, Iron

French Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Bust, Ophelia, with Stand by Leopold Savine
By Léopold Savine
Located in Toledo, OH
An Art Nouvea Gilt Bronze Bust of Ophelia by Leopold Savine (1861-1934). A beautiful bust with the
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

Materials

Bronze

Italian Paint and Gilt Bust of Margherita De Valois After Aristide Petrilli
By Aristide Petrilli
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
original. It is based on a marble bust by Aristide Petrilli who was an Italian sculptor active from the
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Busts

Materials

Plaster, Wood, Paint

Early 20th Century French Two-Tone Marble Bust Sculpture of Young Beauty
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a shelf or desk with this antique, two-tone marble bust on flat base. Created in France
Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts

Materials

Marble

19th Century Italian Grand Tour Bronze Bust of the Roman God Jupiter
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century Italian bronze bust of Jupiter on integral socle base, sits on a polished marble
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Busts

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th C. Italian Terracotta Bust of Isabella of Aragon After Francesco de Laurana
By Francesco Laurana
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This superbly painted and gilt decorated renaissance style terracotta bust is based on a sculpture
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Busts

Materials

Terracotta, Paint

19th C. Italian Terracotta Bust of a Young Boy After Andrea Della Robbia
By Della Robbia
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This finely painted and gilt decorated renaissance style terracotta bust is based on a sculpture of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Busts

Materials

Terracotta, Paint

Early 20th Century French Carved Marble Bust of Young Beauty Signed A. Gory
By Affortunato Gory
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France circa 1920, this two-piece white marble bust on a quartz base is a true
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Busts

Materials

Marble, Quartz

19th Century Italian Carved Marble Bust of a Young Girl Signed R. Bernardi Praga
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in Italy circa 1880, the carved bust stands on an attached square base and depicts a young
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Busts

Materials

Marble

French Bronze Bust on Lucite Base by Duquesnoy
By François Duquesnoy
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful bronze bust on a later Lucite base, signature stamped Duquesnoy.
Category

Early 20th Century French Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Bust of a Woman on a Black Base
Located in Astoria, NY
A stylized bust of a young women, crafted in aluminium and mounted on a black base. 110608     
Category

20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

Abraham Lincoln Solid Bronze Bust on Marble Base
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This stunning bust of President Abraham Lincoln was sculpted by noted California artist Rafael
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Eugene Rossi Female Bust in Bronze on Marble Base
Located in Astoria, NY
Eugene Rossi female bust sculpture in bronze on a red marble base. Depicting a young woman with her
Category

20th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Picasso Style Cubist Head Wooden Bust on Marble Base
By Pablo Picasso
Located in Astoria, NY
Modern abstract Cubist head sculpture bust in carved wood in the style of Pablo Picasso, atop a
Category

20th Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Naive or Primitive Stone Bust on Stone Base by Edgar Ewing
Located in Pasadena, CA
Hand carved stone bust of male head on a stone cylinder base. The sculpture manner is very
Category

Mid-20th Century American Sculptures

Materials

Stone

XVII Century Bust On A Base Attributed to David Hicks, England, 1970
By David Hicks
Located in Girona, Spain
XVII century bust on a base attributed to David Hicks, England, 1970 Carrare marmol bust of the
Category

Vintage 1970s English Sculptures

Antique Grand Tour Apollo Belvedere Signed Marble Bust on Bronze Tripod Base
By F. Barbedienne Foundry
Located in Astoria, NY
gilt bronze tripod base with hoof feet that is attributed to F. Barbedienne foundry. The bust can be
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Edward J. Walsh Nickel Plated Bronze Female Bust Sculpture on Marble Base
By Edward J. Walsh
Located in Astoria, NY
A nickel-plated bronze sculpture by Edward J. Walsh (b. 1944, American) of a female bust atop a
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Bust of The Ephebe of Marathon Replica in Verdigris Metal on Wood Base
By Michelangelo
Located in San Diego, CA
the marathon boy replica is a sculpture found in 1925, in the Aegean sea in the bay of Marathon, in a verdigris metal finish beautiful piece.
Category

20th Century American Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

19th C. Marble Bust of Marcus Tullius Cicero on a Carved Column Base Sculpture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A Nicely Carved 19th C. bust Of Marcus Tullius CICERO , the great orator and consul (in 63 BCE) of
Category

Antique 19th Century Statues

Materials

Marble

Iron Bust Sculpture
Located in East Hampton, NY
Iron bust sculpture mounted on stone base... not signed, artist unknown... Base measures: 10.25" x
Category

20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Grand Tour bust
Located in San Francisco, CA
An Italian Grand Tour bronze portrait bust mounted on a Sienna marble base, circa 1880.
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Sculptures

Materials

Siena Marble, Bronze

E. Guillemin, (1841-1907) An Antique French Bust of a Nubian in Original Gilt and Patinated Bronze mounted on Rouge Marble Base
By Émile Guillemin
Located in New York, NY
E. Guillemin, (1841-1907) A very Important and quite Unique, Antique French Bust of a Nubian in
Category

Antique 19th Century French Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

French Plaster Man Bust
Located in New York, NY
Handsome vintage French plaster bust mounted on black base.
Category

Vintage 1930s Sculptures

Bronze Bust of Apollo
Located in New York, NY
A very Large and imposing Two tone bronze bust of Apollo on marble base. Signed on the back A. de
Category

20th Century Italian Grand Tour Statues

Materials

Marble, Bronze

  • 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Bust On Base", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Bust On Base For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic bust on base available at 1stDibs. Each bust on base for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stone, metal and marble. If you’re shopping for a bust on base, we have 111 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer bust on base, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A bust on base made by Neoclassical designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made bust on base over the years, but those crafted by Adriatico Froli, Demetre Chiparus and F. Barbedienne Foundry are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Bust On Base?

Prices for a bust on base start at $350 and top out at $25,000 with the average selling for $1,800.

Finding the Right Sculptures for You

Styling your home with vintage, new and antique sculptures means adding a touch that can meaningfully transform the space. By introducing a sculptural work as a decorative finish to any interior, you’re making a statement, whether you tend toward the dramatic or prefer to keep things casual with modest, understated art.

A single, one-of-a-kind three-dimensional figurative sculpture mounted on your dining room wall is a guaranteed conversation piece, while a trio of abstract works arranged on your living room bookshelves can add spontaneity to the collection of first-edition novels or artist monographs you’re displaying as well as draw attention to them. Figurative sculptures are representational works that portray a specific person, animal or object. And while decorating with busts, which are sculpted or cast figurative works, hasn’t exactly topped the list of design trends every year, busts are back. According to designer Timothy Corrigan, “They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give.” Abstract sculptures, on the other hand, are not meant to show something specific. Instead, they invoke a mood or scene without directly stating what they are portraying.

Busts made of stone or metal may not seem like a good fit for your existing decor. Fortunately, there are many ways for a seemingly incongruous piece to fit in with the rest of your room’s theme. You can embrace a dramatic piece by making it the focal point of the room, or you can choose to incorporate several elements made out of the same material to create harmony in your space. If an antique or more dramatic piece doesn’t feel like you, why not opt for works comprising plastic, fiberglass or other more modern materials?

When incorporating sculpture into the design of your home — be it the playful work of auction hero and multimedia visionary KAWS, contemporary fiber art from Connecticut dealer browngrotta arts or still-life sculpture on a budget — consider proper lighting, which can bring out the distinctive aspects of your piece that deserve attention. And make sure you know how the size and form of the sculpture will affect your space in whole. If you choose a sculpture with dramatic design elements, such as sharp angles or bright colors, for example, try to better integrate this new addition by echoing those elements in the rest of your room’s design.

Get started on decorating with sculpture now — find figurative sculptures, animal sculptures and more on 1stDibs today.

Questions About Bust On Base
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Parian bust is a type of three-dimensional artwork made out of a certain material. Parian is a type of white porcelain, while a bust is a sculpture that depicts a human figure from the chest up. You'll find a range of bust sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The Apollo bust depicts the Greek god Apollo and is based on the Apollo Belvedere in the Vatican Museums. The presence of bust sculptures can add a necessary decorative layer to any interior. And just because a statue looks classical doesn't mean it has to be conventional. On 1stDibs you will find a wide variety of antique bust sculptures to choose from.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A head bust is a sculpted part of the human figure showing only the person’s head and neck. Sometimes sculptors may also include a portion of the chest and shoulders. It is considered by some to be the most intimate form of sculpture. On 1stDibs, you can find antique and vintage head busts.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A sled base, most commonly seen on chairs, is a type of base that provides better weight distribution than a four-legged chair. Modeled after sleds, sled base legs feature a connection between the front and back legs. Shop a selection of vintage and contemporary sled base chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A lamp base is the lighting element of the lamp which attaches to the lamp body. They are traditionally made up of nickel-plated brass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 29, 2024
    A bust down Rolex refers to a luxury Rolex watch that has been disassembled by a jeweler or other industry professional in order to adorn it with gemstones. A bust down Rolex, which is also referred to as “iced out” or “fully flooded,” is a Rolex that has been heavily modified so that its dial, bracelet and bezel are set with diamonds or other stones. Find a collection of vintage Rolex watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The base of a lamp is usually just called the lamp base. Manufacturers and artisans produce lamp bases out of a wide range of materials, including metal, wood, glass and pottery. Find a selection of antique and vintage lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Naeem Khan is a fashion designer who is based in the fashion district of New York City. Born in Mumbai, Khan learned about textiles from his father and grandfather who both designed clothing for Indian royal families. After moving to the United States as a teen, he began his foray into the fashion business. You’ll find a variety of Naeem Khan products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The Scream painting was based on artist Edvard Munch's own emotional experiences. Munch recalled his inspiration in a January 22, 1892, diary entry: “I was walking along the road with two friends — the sun went down — I felt a gust of melancholy — suddenly the sky turned a bloody red. I stopped, leaned against the railing, tired to death — as the flaming skies hung like blood and sword over the blue-black fjord and the city — my friends went on — I stood there trembling with anxiety — and I felt a vast infinite scream through nature.” Many people associate the image with a feeling of anxiety, interpreting it as representing how the world appears to someone experiencing this emotion. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Edvard Munch art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A sink base cabinet is a cabinet designed to be used in combination with a sink. The type of sink installed will influence the cabinet's design. Because the cabinet has no back panel, there is plenty of room to reach the plumbing. There are no drawers in a sink base cabinet, as that might hinder water lines, but the exterior of the cabinet typically features false drawer fronts.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    In the collections of most cabinetmakers, the narrowest base cabinet is 9 inches. However, manufacturers' offerings vary. Some may only design base cabinets as small as 10 or 11 inches, while others may have narrower options. Find a variety of cabinets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Famed American photographer Edward Weston was based in California, where he moved when he was 21 from his native Illinois. From there, he developed his trailblazing career that has won him dedicated fans worldwide. Shop a collection of expertly-vetted Edward Weston photography from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A table base should be roughly two-thirds of the size of the tabletop. So a top with a 60-inch diameter should be paired with a 40-inch base.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Blue Dog painting by George Rodrigue was inspired by the artist’s dog, a spaniel-terrier blend named Tiffany, as well as the legendary Cajun creature called the Loup-garou. Browse an array of artist George Rodrigue’s pieces and prints from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    The watch that the Cartier Crash may have been based on is the Cartier Maxi Oval, also known as the Baignoire Allongée. One theory is that the watch's creators, Jean-Jacques Cartier and Rupert Emmerson, became inspired to create the Crash after seeing a damaged Maxi Oval that a customer brought in after he was involved in a car accident. Another theory is that the designers drew inspiration from Salvador Dalí's famous work, The Persistence of Memory. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Cartier watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Armin Hofmann based his design philosophy on the traditional elements of design. He built the compositions for his graphic designs on points, lines and shapes. He is well known for his theater posters. On 1stDibs, find a range of Armin Hofmann art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The bases of Arne Jacobsen chairs are mounted in different ways. In some pieces, artisans bolt or screw the base into the seat. Other designs have a pedestal base driven into a hole on the seat bottom with a mallet. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Arne Jacobsen chairs.