Contemporary Outdoor Sculptures
1980s Contemporary Nude Drawings and Watercolors
Color Pencil
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Steel
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Stainless Steel
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Stone, Granite, Metal
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Sculptures
Metal
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Concrete
2010s Realist Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Bronze
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Foam, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Foam, Varnish, Glitter
2010s Contemporary Still-life Sculptures
Stainless Steel
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Stone, Granite, Cast Stone, Metal
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Sandstone, Metal
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Metal
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Metal
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Resin
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Steel
2010s American Abstract Sculptures
Stainless Steel
2010s Abstract Sculptures
Steel
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Concrete
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Metal
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Granite
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Stainless Steel
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Steel
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Stainless Steel
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Slate
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Granite
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Metal, Steel
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Cast Stone, Granite
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Cast Stone, Granite
1990s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Granite
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Granite
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Granite
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Granite
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Resin, Fiberglass
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Steel
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Metal
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Iron
2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Abstract Sculptures
Metal, Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Steel
2010s Contemporary Still-life Sculptures
Metal, Steel
2010s Contemporary Still-life Sculptures
Metal, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Stone, Slate, Metal, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Stone, Slate, Metal, Steel, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Stone, Metal, Steel
2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures
Metal, Bronze
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Finding the Right Sculptures for You
The history of sculpture as we know it is believed to have origins in Ancient Greece, while small sculptural carvings are among the most common examples of prehistoric art. In short, sculpture as a fine art has been with us forever. A powerful three-dimensional means of creative expression, sculpture has long been most frequently associated with religion — consider the limestone Great Sphinx in Giza, Egypt — while the tradition of collecting sculpture, which has also been traced back to Greece as well as to China, far precedes the emergence of museums.
Technique and materials in sculpture have changed over time. Stone sculpture, which essentially began as images carved into cave walls, is as old as human civilization itself. The majority of surviving sculpted works from ancient cultures are stone. Traditionally, this material and pottery as well as metal — bronze in particular — were among the most common materials associated with this field of visual art. Artists have long sought new ways and materials in order to make sculptures and express their ideas. Material, after all, is the vehicle through which artists express themselves, or at least work out the problems knocking around in their heads. It also allows them to push the boundaries of form, subverting our expectations and upending convention. As an influential sculptor as much as he was a revolutionary painter and printmaker, Pablo Picasso worked with everything from wire to wood to bicycle seats.
If you are a lover of art and antiques or are thinking of bringing a work of sculpture into your home for the first time, there are several details to keep in mind. As with all other works of art, think about what you like. What speaks to you? Visit local galleries and museums. Take in works of public art and art fairs when you can and find out what kind of sculpture you like. When you’ve come to a decision about a specific work, try to find out all you can about the piece, and if you’re not buying from a sculptor directly, work with an art expert to confirm the work’s authenticity.
And when you bring your sculpture home, remember: No matter how big or small your new addition is, it will make a statement in your space. Large- and even medium-sized sculptures can be heavy, so hire some professional art handlers as necessary and find a good place in your home for your piece. Whether you’re installing a towering new figurative sculpture — a colorful character by KAWS or hyperreal work by Carole A. Feuerman, perhaps — or an abstract work by Won Lee, you’ll want the sculpture to be safe from being knocked over. (You’ll find that most sculptures should be displayed at eye level, while some large busts look best from below.)
On 1stDibs, find a broad range of exceptional sculptures for sale. Browse works by your favorite creator, style, period or other attribute.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Categorized by crafting techniques, the four basic types of sculpture are molded, cast, carved and assembled. Sculptors produce molded sculptures by shaping materials and carved sculptures by cutting away at them. Cast sculptures start with a mold later filled with liquid metal or plaster. An assembled sculpture consists of various pieces connected together by the sculptor. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of sculptures.
- What is contemporary sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022When referring to artwork, contemporary simply means “the art of today”, or artwork that was produced in the second half of the 20th century onward. This term extends to all art, including sculptures. You’ll find a variety of contemporary sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To choose a garden sculpture, first consider what type of subject and style you like. Then, measure to determine how much space you have for the piece. Finally, consider how much exposure the area has to direct sunlight and wet weather, so you can choose materials that can withstand whatever conditions the weather may present. Find a variety of garden sculptures on 1stDibs.
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