Small Sculptures
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts
Bronze
20th Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Belgian Black Marble, Carrara Marble
Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Brass
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
2010s French Table Mirrors
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century African Late Victorian Animal Sculptures
Soapstone
2010s British Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s British Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s British Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s French Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures
Gold
Vintage 1970s British Minimalist Abstract Sculptures
Ceramic
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Brass
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Iron
Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Iron
20th Century Asian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Malachite, Rock Crystal
Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
20th Century Mexican Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Grand Tour Busts
Marble
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Brass
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Marble
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Brass
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects
Bronze
Late 20th Century Mexican Organic Modern Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
2010s Danish Modern Animal Sculptures
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Metal, Iron
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Mahogany
20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Brass, Copper
Vintage 1950s Figurative Sculptures
Sheet Metal
2010s Turkish Classical Greek Animal Sculptures
Statuary Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Abstract Sculptures
Porcelain
2010s Czech Brutalist Mounted Objects
Clay, Resin
1990s Spanish Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
1990s American Abstract Sculptures
Gold Leaf
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Natural Specimens
Natural Fiber
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Animal Sculptures
Pottery
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Limestone, Iron
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures
Copper
Antique 19th Century European Victorian Busts
Bronze
Antique Early 1900s French Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Animal Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Figurative Sculptures
Stone
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects
Marble
Late 20th Century Danish Modern Abstract Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1950s Central Asian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Teak
2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures
Glass
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Figurative Sculptures
Porcelain
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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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