Sculpture On Plinth
1990s British Brutalist Abstract Sculptures
Granite, Sandstone
1990s British Brutalist Abstract Sculptures
Granite, Sandstone
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1940s Italian Sculptures
Stone, Bronze
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Metal
Mid-20th Century North American Animal Sculptures
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Busts
Steel
20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Late 20th Century Dutch Abstract Sculptures
Granite, Sandstone
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sculptures
Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures
Marble
20th Century Indonesian Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Wood
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Wood
Late 20th Century British Abstract Sculptures
Stone
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Onyx
Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Abstract Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 19th Century European Greco Roman Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
20th Century European Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Marble, Granite, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Animal Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1980s Aesthetic Movement Animal Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Animal Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century British Busts
Composition
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Cypriot Egyptian Animal Sculptures
Ceramic, Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Revival Busts
Stone
Vintage 1960s Great Britain (UK) Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Antique 1850s French Louis Philippe Animal Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1940s Danish Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
20th Century European Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Metal, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Stone
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Busts
Brass, Bronze
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Vintage 1960s Great Britain (UK) Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Marble
Antique 1850s French Louis Philippe Animal Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Onyx, Bronze
Antique 19th Century Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century European Animal Sculptures
Mahogany
20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Metal
Vintage 1940s Italian Sculptures
Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Sculptures
Brass
20th Century Busts
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1940s Unknown Folk Art Sculptures
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Busts
Lead
Vintage 1960s Chinese Busts
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Sculptures
Bronze, Ormolu
20th Century Busts
Bronze
Vintage 1970s American Modern Sculptures
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Sculptures
Stone
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Busts
Stone, Limestone
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Animal Sculptures
Marble
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Belle Époque Busts
Marble, Bronze
Antique 18th Century Tibetan Animal Sculptures
Wood
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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.
- What is a sofa plinth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sofa plinth is a low base or pedestal that a sofa rests on. It borrows its name from a platform used to support an arch in classical architecture. People also call statue bases plinths. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage sofas.
- What is geometric sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Geometric sculpture is a style of art that emphasizes mathematical shapes in an artistic way.
- 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.
- What are illusion sculptures?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Illusion sculptures are pieces of art that the artist has crafted in a certain way so that it seems to come alive. Illusion art is also referred to as trompe l’oeil, which is a French term meaning “to fool the eye.” See the magic for yourself and shop a collection of illusion sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is an alabaster sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An alabaster sculpture is one that is made out of alabaster, which is a soft white or translucent stone. A variety of gypsum, alabaster is described as fine-grained and marble-like. On 1stDibs, find a collection of alabaster sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a sculpture series?2 AnswersLa ChrysomeleFebruary 23, 2021For bronze sculptures, a series is the limited number (eight plus four artist's proofs, in French legislation) of numbered specimens which qualify as original editions.
Glenn Green GalleriesFebruary 24, 2021A sculpture series can mean a body of work created by an artist that is similar in design, style and media. A limited edition bronze sculpture or casting in another material (resin, concrete, plaster, etc.) are made from the same mold. The patina or color may differ but each work has been assigned a number in the series. - 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A freestanding sculpture is one capable of standing on its own. It differs from reliefs and installed works, which are attached to a wall or other surface. Some famous examples of freestanding sculptures include Michelangelo's David, Rodin's The Thinker and Bernini's Apollo and Daphne. On 1stDibs, find a selection of freestanding sculptures.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In sculpture, perspective refers to how a piece fits into the space around it and what a viewer sees when they look at it from different angles. This differs from perspective in painting and drawing, which describes how to add depth to make two-dimensional objects seem three-dimensional. Find a wide variety of sculptures on 1stDibs.
- What is organic sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Organic sculptures have irregular forms derived from nature.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024What sculpture is worth the most will vary over time as pieces continue to come up for auction and break existing records. Some of the most expensive sculptures ever sold at auction include Alberto Giacometti pieces. His L'Homme au doigt fetched $141.3 million at auction, while his L'Homme qui marche I and The Chariot sold for $104.3 and $101.1 million, respectively. Explore a large selection of sculptures on 1stDibs.
- What is additive sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
In additive sculpture — as opposed to subtractive sculpture, such as statues carved from stone — materials like clay or wax are built up to create a form.
- What is a figurative sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A figurative, or representational, sculpture depicts a recognizable person or object.
- What is a metal sculpture?1 Answer
Glenn Green GalleriesFebruary 24, 2021A sculpture created from materials made of metal. This is a broad category. Metal sculptures can be made by fabrication, meaning assembled by hand or machine. Cast metal sculpture like bronze or steel is made from a complex casting process. - What is abstract sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Abstract sculptures do not depict real objects.
- What are sculptures in art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In art, sculptures are three-dimensional works of art made by hand or with various tools and machinery. Bronze, marble, plaster, wood and stone are among the most traditional materials for sculptures. However, artists may also incorporate found objects, paper, fabric and other items into their work. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of sculptures.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In sculptures, relief work is a term for details on a work of art. It describes three-dimensional forms that extend from a flat surface. A piece shows off low or high relief depending on how far the three-dimensional elements protrude. Shop a selection of relief sculptures on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The difference between a painting and a sculpture comes down to its format. A painting is a two-dimensional work of art made by applying paint to a surface, such as canvas, with tools like paint brushes and palette knives. A sculpture is a three-dimensional work of art that may be carved, cast, molded or assembled. Explore a wide range of paintings and sculptures on 1stDibs.
- What is male torso sculpture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Male torso sculpture is a type of three-dimensional artwork that depicts a nude male body from the neck to the waist. Its purpose is generally to show off the anatomy of the body. Shop a collection of sculptures on 1stDibs.
- What is a tree sculpture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Topiary is the term for trees that are sculpted into shapes and sometimes even characters. Some people refer to this type of art as living sculptures or living art. Shop a collection of topiary-inspired pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between sculpture and ceramics comes down largely to form and materials. Sculptures are three-dimensional works of art that can be produced out of a variety of materials, such as stone, wood, metal or plaster. Ceramics are decorative objects made out of earthen materials, such as clay. Some sculptures are made of ceramics, but ceramics can also be used to produce other types of objects, such as bowls, vases and dinnerware. Shop a wide variety of sculpture and ceramics on 1stDibs.
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