Bust On Base
Antique Late 19th Century British Busts
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Lucite
Mid-20th Century English Busts
Plaster, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Neoclassical Busts
Marble
20th Century Italian Grand Tour Busts
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Greco Roman Busts
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Busts
Bronze
Antique 1890s Busts
Bronze
Antique 1890s Italian Neoclassical Busts
Bronze
Early 20th Century Thai Busts
Bronze
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Busts
Glass
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Busts
Marble, Spelter
Vintage 1960s French Art Nouveau Busts
Bronze
Antique 1780s French Baroque Busts
Sandstone, Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Busts
Marble
Antique 19th Century Busts
Marble
20th Century Busts
Coating
Antique 1890s Italian Art Nouveau Busts
Marble, Alabaster
Early 20th Century Busts
Mahogany
20th Century European Busts
Plaster
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Busts
Alabaster, Marble
Mid-20th Century European Classical Greek Busts
Cast Stone
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta, Pine
20th Century Italian Classical Roman More Furniture and Collectibles
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Composition
20th Century European Figurative Sculptures
Stone, Granite, Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century German Figurative Sculptures
Alabaster, Marble
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Metal
Vintage 1970s Unknown Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Brass
Early 20th Century German Figurative Sculptures
Alabaster, Marble
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Architectural Models
Stone
Mid-20th Century American Animal Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Late Victorian Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Religious Items
Alabaster, Carrara Marble
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Religious Items
Alabaster, Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Religious Items
Carrara Marble
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Religious Items
Terracotta, Plaster, Birch
Early 20th Century European Greco Roman Figurative Sculptures
Wood, Plaster
Late 20th Century European Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century European Mounted Objects
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Figurative Sculptures
Plaster
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Sculptures
Porcelain
20th Century French Victorian Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Early 20th Century French Sculptures
Marble
Vintage 1930s Czech Busts
Marble, Bronze
20th Century French Busts
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Busts
Bronze
1990s American Art Nouveau Busts
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century Busts
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Busts
Stone
Antique 19th Century French Busts
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Busts
Bronze
20th Century Belgian Busts
Plaster
Vintage 1930s French Busts
Terracotta, Paint
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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.
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- What is an Apollo bust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The 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.
- What is a head bust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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.
- What s a bust down Rolex?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 29, 2024A 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.
- What is a sled base?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a lamp base?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- Where is Naeem Khan based?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Naeem 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, 2024The 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.
- Where was Edward Weston based?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Famed 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.
- What is a sink base cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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, 2023In 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 ExpertDecember 17, 2024The 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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, 2022The 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Armin 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, 2022The 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.
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