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Composed Young Boy Ceramic Sculpture By Jakob E. Mid Century European
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
, possibly European
Mid brown mottle glaze throughout
Signed Jakob E on back of base
Circa Mid Twentieth
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Mid-Century French Patinated Bronze Busts on Marble Bases Signed Moreau
By Auguste Moreau
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an office shelf with this elegant pair of antique busts. Crafted in France circa 1950
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Busts
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Mid-Century French Gilt Bronze Bust of Napoleon on Marble Base Signed Ajaccio
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a man's office or study with this elegant antique bust. Created in France circa 1950, and
Category
Mid-20th Century French Busts
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Whimsical Mid-Century Modern Metal Female Bust Planter with Aqua Floral Crown
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Add an unforgettable touch of charm and character to your space with this captivating mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Amber Resin Bird Sculpture by Dorothy Thorpe 1970s
By Dorothy Thorpe
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This is an Amber resin bird sculpture, specifically doves, by Dorothy Thorpe made circa the 1970s. The sculpture is perfectly translucent which makes the birds glow in the light!
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Resin
Albert Leon Wilson Signed Mid-Century Modern Nude Female Abstract Sculpture
By Albert Leon Wilson
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic, quite whimsical, engaging Mid-century Modern abstract female nude sculpture by New
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Iron
1970s Mid Century Half Bust Woman Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Italian plaster sculpture representative half woman , the sculpture comes with a wood base.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Albert Leon Wilson Signed Mid-Century Modern Abstract Owl Bird Buckle Sculpture
By Albert Leon Wilson
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic, quite whimsical, engaging Mid-century Modern abstract owl/bird sculpture/belt buckle
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Iron
Midcentury Bust Candle Holder, 1960s, Europe
Located in Praha, CZ
Made from glazed ceramic
In original condition
sign of use
this is from czech designer Maxim Velcovsky
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco / Mid-Century Sculptural Carved Table Lamp
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco / Mid-Century Sculptural Carved Table Lamp
This sculptural lamp is absolutely captivating
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Bronze Bust of a Man
s Head
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century bronze bust of a man\'s head mounted on a black marble cube base. (Signed \"H. Haas
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Bronze
Bronze Bust of a Man
s Head
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-century bronze bust of a man's head mounted on a black marble cube base. (Signed "H. Haas '71).
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Large Italian Plaster Bust by S. Melani, 1940s–1950s
By Salvatore Melani
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large Italian Plaster Bust by S. Melani, 1940s–1950s – Art Deco / Mid-Century Sculpture
This
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Plaster
Mid-Century Modern Abstract Expressionist Sculptural Bust by Bedford, USA
Located in Deland, FL
Entropy a compelling and unique bust by American Ceramic Arist, Bedford, c. 1960's. Expertly
Category
Vintage 1960s American Expressionist Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Clay
Pair of Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Elephant Bust Table Lamps
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Two dramatic white ceramic table lamps in the shape of an elephant bust, sitting on a cool piece of
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
$1,160 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Mid-century Nude Lovers Bronze Sculpture Statue By Francesco Messina
By Francesco Messina
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
century to the mid-20th century. In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
$2,660 Sale Price
30% Off
Mid Century Cast Limestone Sculpture Bust Of A Roman Emperor Possibly Caesar
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous cast limestone sculpture bust of a Roman dignitary, possibly Caesar or Augustus. Great
Category
Vintage 1920s American Classical Roman Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Cast Stone, Limestone
Antique Carved Marble Bust of Composer Richard Wagner marked ‘Wagner’ Italy
Located in San Diego, CA
bust form of the likeness of this artist composer.
Mid-Century, Hollywood Regency, Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Neoclassical Revival Busts
Materials
Marble
Beautifully Carved Sienna and Carrara Marble Bust of Julius Ceasar circa 1950s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
**Mid-Century Italian Marble Bust of Julius Caesar – 1950s Classical Sculpture**
This exceptional
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Neoclassical Revival Busts
Materials
Marble
Beethoven Bust on Onyx Base 1960s
By Austin Productions
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible and tactile of style and history for your decor.
Mid-Century, Hollywood Regency, Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1960s American Classical Busts
Materials
Onyx, Metal
1968 California Art Pottery Hawaiian Polynesian Hula Girl Bust Statue, Signed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century Hawaiian Polynesian boy Ceramic bust statue by Marwal. The statue features a hand
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
French Plaster Bust of a Classical Youth
Located in New York, NY
-century French bust captures the serene idealism of a 4th-century BC Greek original. The gently inclined
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Plaster
John F Kennedy Bust by Edward Schillaci for Austin Productions 1960s
By Austin Productions
Located in San Diego, CA
. Incredible and tactile piece of history in decor.
Mid-Century, Hollywood Regency, Art Deco, Eclectic
Category
Vintage 1960s American Classical Busts
Materials
Ceramic, Plaster
Czechoslovakian Bisque Porcelain Horse Bust, Circa 1920–1960
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
This Czechoslovakian bisque porcelain horse bust is a refined example of early to mid-20th century
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Busts
Materials
Porcelain
20th century Painted Plaster Apollo Bust, 1950s
Located in LEGNY, FR
neoclassical or mid-century aesthetics.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Busts
Materials
Plaster
Roman Style Solid Marble Bust
Located in Franklin Park, IL
easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online without throwing their money away.
Each piece
Category
20th Century American Classical Roman Busts
Materials
Marble
Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Carved Stone Bust of Woman Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
bohemian, mid-century modern, or classic decor styles, offering a unique focal point for any interior
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Busts
Materials
Stone
Large 1950s Novita Plaster Bust – Art Deco / Hollywood Regency Mannequin Display
Located in Antwerp, BE
expression and elegant proportions, it brings a strong mid-century presence to both interiors and collections
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Plaster
Italian Bust of Caesar in Plaster and Fiberglass, around 1960
Located in Berlin, DE
, modern, space age or mid-century interior.
If you have any more questions we are very happy to help and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Classical Roman Busts
Materials
Fiberglass, Plaster
$791 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Late 20th Century French Enameled Glazed Black Ceramic Women Busts/Heads
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of late 20th century french enameled glazed black ceramic women busts/heads
By: unknown
Category
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Busts
Materials
Enamel
Vintage Indian Noble Papier Mache Maharajah Bust Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
decoration, the distinctively textured three dimensional sculpture quality gives this mid-century decorative
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Busts
Materials
Other
Vintage Boho Original Terracotta Bust of Woman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
and light wear consistent with age. A stunning addition to boho chic, mid-century modern, or
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Clay, Terracotta, Wood
Vintage Boho Plaster Bust After Modigliani
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
and handmade nature. Perfect for eclectic spaces, bohemian studios, mid-century homes, or modern
Category
Mid-20th Century American Busts
Materials
Plaster, Wood
1950s Neoclassical White Crackled Ceramic Italian Bust of Antinoo
Located in Catania, Sicilia
sense of vintage charm, enhancing its classical look while retaining a distinctly mid-century Italian
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Pair Carved Wood Horse Busts--Vintage Equestrian Decor 16.5" High
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Here is a wonderful pair of carved horse busts/heads dating from the mid-century and measuring an
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Wood
African-Style Wooden Sculpture of a Woman with Ritual Headdress – France, 20th
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
design interiors (mid-century modern, brutalist, minimalist) or in a global/ethnic inspired decor. Its
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Wood
Pre-Columbian Terracotta Pottery Head Fragment in MCM Lucite Convex Box Display
Located in St. Louis, MO
, alongside great Mid-Century design. This box is versatile, can sit on a shelf or lay flat on a coffee table
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Pre-Columbian Busts
Materials
Clay
Vintage Boho Carved Wooden Bust of Woman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
wooden bust. Sculpted from a single block of rich, honey-toned hardwood, this striking piece depicts a
Category
Late 20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Busts
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Ceramic Bust of Goddess of Peace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
aesthetic of the mid-century "Grand Tour" revival, making it an ideal choice for those seeking to add a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Bust attb. to Nguyen Thanh Le
By Nguyen Thanh Chuong
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
, Mid Century Modern, Glam, Hollywood Regency, Collected, or Contemporary.
Category
20th Century Vietnamese Art Deco Busts
Materials
Bronze
1990s Huge Vintage Wood Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
22ʺW × 22ʺD × 53ʺH
Styles
African
Mid-Century Modern
Pop Art
Art Subjects
Portrait
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Pop Art Bust in Concrete and Paint, Felix Bachmann 2024
Located in Berlin, DE
age or mid-century interior.
If you have any more questions we are very happy to help and send you
Category
2010s German Modern Busts
Materials
Concrete
$1,478 Sale Price
20% Off
White Plaster Bust of Socrates on a Black Marble Base, around 1940
Located in Berlin, DE
Socratic thought, bridging ancient philosophy with mid-20th century artistry.
A unique piece which is a
Category
Vintage 1940s French Classical Roman Busts
Materials
Marble
$1,812 Sale Price
20% Off
Contemporary Bust of a Man made out of carved and painted Pine, 2023
Located in Berlin, DE
your antique, modern, space age or mid-century interior.
If you have any more questions we are very
Category
2010s German Modern Busts
Materials
Plaster, Pine, Paint
$1,335 Sale Price
20% Off
West Germany Ceramic Head Sculpture, 1970s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
ceramic artistry. It represents the mid-century European design ethos and offers an elegant presence for
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Carved Ebony Abstract Bust
Located in Dallas, TX
Carved ebony abstract wood bust. In my organic, contemporary, vintage and mid-century modern style
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central American Rustic Decorative Art
Materials
Wood
$799 Sale Price
25% Off
Italian Verdigris Metal Bust Sculpture of Napoleon Mounted as Lamp
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid Century Patinated Verdigris Metal Bust Sculpture of King Napoleon of France Mounted as Lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Heifetz Style Hand Carved Nude Female Bust Torchiere Floor Lamp
By Heifetz
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Heifetz Style Mid-Century hand-carved nude female bust Torchiere floor lamp pair with milk glass
Category
Vintage 1950s American Floor Lamps
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Brutalist Wire Sculpture of Head
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
bookshelf, console, or desk. Its bold lines and textural composition make it perfectly compatible with Mid
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Metal
Haunting Nude Abstract Figural Modernist Plaster Sculpture and Pedestal Base
By George Foster, Claire McArdle 1
Located in Chattanooga, TN
reverence while crystallizing mid-century abstraction.
Standing approximately 70 inches tall (including
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Futurist Busts
Materials
Plaster, Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Female Sculptural Vase or Pen Holder, 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Brazilian modern bronze vase or desk accessory / pen holder with a sculptural female
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Brass Mallard Duck Head Bookends Sarreid Style 1950
s A Pair
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
brass duck head bookends.
Pair of Mid-Century Modern polished decorative brass Duck Mallard Head
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Bookends
Materials
Brass
$360 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Ceramic Studio Art Bust in Verde Glaze from the Jonathan Parks Estate, Santa Fe
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
, slightly surreal character of mid-century and artisan-crafted sculpture often found in New Mexico’s
Category
20th Century American Folk Art Busts
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Paint
Rosenthal, Germany, Female Bust in Bisquit, Mid-20th Century
Located in København, Copenhagen
Rosenthal, Germany. Female bust in bisquit. Mid-20th century.
Measures: 27.5 x 11.5 cm.
In
Category
Mid-20th Century German Busts
Materials
Other
19th Century (Mid) Terra Cotta Bust Bacchus
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
19th Century (Mid) Terra Cotta Bust Bacchus. Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age appropriate
Category
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Terracotta
Modernist Carved Wooden Bust, ca. Mid-20th Century
By Amedeo Modigliani
Located in Weesp, NL
Modernist Carved Wooden Bust, ca. Mid-20th Century
This striking hand-carved wooden bust
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Wood
Vintage Mid 20th Century Military Bust of Napoleon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This moody bronze-toned bust of Napoleon commands attention with a heavy gaze and unmistakable
Category
Mid-20th Century American Busts
Materials
Resin, Wood, Paint
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Midcentury Busts For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of midcentury busts available for sale. The range of distinct midcentury busts — often made from metal, stone and ceramic — can elevate any home. There are 648 antique and vintage midcentury busts for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 2 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of midcentury busts available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Neoclassical midcentury busts are consistently popular styles. Aldo Londi, Bitossi and Austin Productions each produced beautiful midcentury busts that are worth considering.
How Much are Midcentury Busts?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,635, while they’re typically $60 on the low end and $62,760 highest priced.
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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