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Sculptures For Sale
Art Deco Nouveau Modern Female Nude Bronze Decorative Figurative Sculpture
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A lovely modern female nude bronze decorative figurative sculpture. Stylized in an Art Deco or Art Nouveau style. Artist unknown. A romantic and timeless composition. From a private ...
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20th Century Sculptures

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Bronze

Virgin and Child in Majesty, also known as "Sedes Sapientae"
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
VIRGIN AND CHILD IN MAJESTY, ALSO KNOWN AS "SEDES SAPIENTIAE"   ORIGIN : SPAIN, CATALOGNE PERIOD: EARLY 13th CENTURY   Height :  95 cm Width : 32 cm Depth : 28 cm   Softwood No polychromy     In the middle of the 12th century, the Virgin took her place in churches, seated in Majesty, serving as a throne for her son Jesus. She is then called Sedes Sapientiae, meaning the Throne of Wisdom. At that time, she is not represented for herself and only exists because she has been designated as Theotokos, the mother of God, at the Council of Ephesus in 431, where the divine nature of Christ was proclaimed from his birth.   The upright and perfectly hieratic bust of this Virgin and Child in Majesty is seated on a throne-bench. She is dressed in a tunic with a rounded neckline and covered with a fine mantle placed on her narrow shoulders. The supple and natural drapery follows the lines of the body.   Large curls frame her face with delicate and regular features, a long straight nose, almond-shaped eyes, and small lips.   She supports the Infant Jesus with her left hand. Like his mother, he is dressed in a long tunic, and his little feet are visible in the folds. He holds a small sphere in his left hand, while with his right hand, he gestures in blessing. The face of Christ bears a strong resemblance to his mother’s one, and he gives a slight smile.   The position of the Child is no longer as hieratic, nor frontal or central as in the early 12th century, but his face still turns towards the faithful.   The 13th century indeed emerges as a period of transition in the artistic domain. The statuary, while retaining certain characteristics still belonging to the habits of the previous century, also develops new formal solutions.   As a result, Mary maintains a hieratic and frontal position, while her son shifts to place himself well to the left on her knee. Similarly, while the Virgin seems perfectly still, Jesus, on the other hand, appears much more animated, especially in the positioning of his hands. His left hand holds the orb, and judging by the raised right arm directed towards the faithful, one can easily imagine that he was making a gesture of blessing.   The influence of the Sedes Sapientiae from previous centuries still seems particularly prevalent in this work.   These few characteristics allow dating this Spanish Virgin...
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15th Century and Earlier Spanish Gothic Antique Sculptures

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Softwood

Thai Rattanakosin Gilt Bronze Buddha, Mid 19th Century, Thailand
Located in Austin, TX
A delightful Thai Rattanakosin Period lacquered and gilt cast bronze figure of the Buddha in royal attire, mid 19th century, Thailand. The charming figure depicts the Buddha in dhyanasana, the gesture of meditation. The Buddha sits serenely in half lotus position, his hands resting comfortably upon his lap, one on top of the other. The Buddha is dressed in elaborate robes, cast with floral and foliate designs in high relief. Over his robe, he wears the regalia of Thai kings, with a heavy cape...
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Mid-19th Century Thai Antique Sculptures

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Bronze

Sculpted Serenity in Oak Still Stand No37: Tall Totem by NONO, Escalona Design
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
“Still Stand” sculptures by Joel Escalona Joel Escalona's wooden standing sculptures are objects of raw beauty and serene grace. Each one is a testament to the power of the material...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

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Hardwood

Goldscheider Ceramic Statuette of Tennis Player by Stefan Dakon 1930s
Located in Milano, MI
Goldscheider ceramic figurine depicting a tennis player, made by Stefan Dakon in 1932. Ø cm 9 h cm 27.5 Stefan Dakon (1904-1992) was a talented Austrian sculptor and designer who ...
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1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Sculptures

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Ceramic

Salvador Dali, Contemporary, Limited Edition ‘Invisible Personage’ Armchair
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Salvador Dali manufactured in Spain by BD. "Invisible Personage" is extracted from the "Singularities" painting, painted by S...
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2010s Spanish Modern Sculptures

Materials

Sheepskin, Upholstery, Lacquer

Midcentury Postmodern Steel and Wood Coat Stand in the Shape of a Man
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This playful Postmodern coat stand is not only a smart space saver in a hallway, pantry or dressing room, it is also a pleasant and cheerful interior e...
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Late 20th Century Dutch Post-Modern Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Stuffed bird for natural history cabinet, an house sparrow, Italy 1880.
Located in Milan, IT
Natural specimen from Wunderkammer Stuffed bird (Passer domesticus) House sparrow on a wooden base with cartouche Specimen for laboratory and Natural history cabinet. S. Brogi Natura...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Sculptures

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Wood, Paper

19th C Ebonised Carved Winged Serpent Gargoyle Table Lamps
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1890. 19th c large ebonised carved winged serpent gargoyle table lamps Originally hand carved winged serpent gargoyle wall brackets. Wired...
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1890s Central Asian Antique Sculptures

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Hardwood

Leda Art Nouveau Bronze Relief Signed by the Artist 1900s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Spectacular bronze relief that represents the Greek motif of Leda and the swan, according to which Zeus descended from Olympus in the form of a swan towards Leda, while this queen wa...
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Early 1900s Spanish Art Nouveau Antique Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Bust in the Taste of Antiquity, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Bust in the taste of Antiquity, 20th century. Antique-style nude male bust in composite material, 20th century.     h: 70cm, w: 45cm, d: 22cm
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20th Century French Greco Roman Sculptures

Materials

Composition

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Wall Plaque of Owls on a Branch by EGO, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Charming glazed ceramic wall plaque depicting three owls sitting on a branch. Fabricated by EGO Stengods, Sweden, 1960s.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Italian Roman Vanitas Bust Renaissance Revival Memento Mori Marble
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Masterfully carved & most impressive Italian Vanitas bust in solid marble from late 19th century. White Carrara marble skull combined with a Belgian Bla...
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Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Sculptures

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Marble, Belgian Black Marble, Carrara Marble

Vintage Aldo Londi Italian Ceramiche Bird / Duck Sculpture by Bitossi Raymor
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage ceramiche bird / duck sculpture by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Raymor, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with great color and texture; it would make a fanta...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures

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Ceramic

Art Deco Figural Ceramic Sculpture by Rosario R. Fiore, 1930s
Located in Savannah, GA
Rosario Russell Fiore (American, 1908-1994) Art Deco figural nude ceramic sculpture, 1930s 4 ¼ inches wide by 3 inches deep by 9 inches tall Rosario R. Fiore was a prominent...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sculptures

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Ceramic

Japanese Articulate Praying Mantis Jizai Okimono Myochin Hiroyoshi Meiji
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare articulate praying mantis made by Myochin Hiroyoshi in the late Meiji Period circa 1890-1900s. As an ornamental display item, this type of item is known in Japanese as Jizai O...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures

Materials

Copper

Bitossi Kwan Yin Buddha Coin Bank, Ceramic, Blue, Green Paisley, Signed
Located in New York, NY
Bitossi Kwan Yin Buddha Bank, Ceramic, Blue Paisley, Signed. A beautiful and calming female Buddha glazed in a royal blue, with a hint of green in her...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

"Seated Figure, " Important Photograph of Male Nude by Barthe
By Richmond Barthé
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This original black and white photograph of one of Richmond Barthé's rare, little-known sculptures was taken by the famous studio of Morgan and Marvin Smith, who located on West 125th Street next to the renowned Apollo Theater. The Smith brothers moved from their native Kentucky to New York in the early 1930s, and proceeded to establish a studio that brought together almost every major figure in the Harlem Renaissance in the 1930s, 40s and 50s, mentoring artists such as Jacob Lawrence, Gwendolyn Knight, Selma Burke, Ernest Crichlow and Robert Blackburn. The Smiths captured the night life of Harlem, including musicians and actors such as Harry Belafonte, Sydney Poitier, Eartha Kitt, Ossie Davis, Ruby Dee, Count Basie, Ethel Waters, Billie Holiday, Hattie McDaniels, Zora Neal Hurston, Step n' Fetchit, Pearl...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Sculptures

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Paper

Luciano Minguzzi Bronze Sculpture
Located in Long Island City, NY
Luciano Minguzzi (1911-2004) was born into a family of artists. He studied sculpture at the Academy of Fine Arts in Bologna where he trained under Giorgio Morandi and Roberto Longhi....
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Mid-20th Century Italian Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

50s California Modern Brayton Laguna Pottery African Busts Male, Female
By Ganine
Located in Miami, FL
50s California Modern Brayton Laguna pottery African busts male, female. Offered for sale is a rare and highly collectible pair of California Mid-Cen...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Bronze Reduction Bust of Molière by F. Barbedienne, after Caffieri
By F. Barbedienne Foundry, Jacques Caffieri
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bronze Reduction Bust of Molière by F. Barbedienne, after Caffieri, circa 1870s Measurements: 5.25" high x 3.25" wide x 2.25" deep Base: 2" square white marble Description A finely...
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Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Vintage Boho Life Size Swan Decoy
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Capture the serene elegance of nature with this stunning, life-size swan sculpture. Expertly hand-carved from solid wood and finished in a deep, ebonized hue, this piece embodies a s...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Style Table Lamp with Two Kneeling Nudes by Fayral for Max Le Verrier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco style lamp with kneeling nudes holding a glass shade Offrande signed Fayral, pseudonym of Pierre Le Faguays cast at the Max Le Verrier foundry. Design Ca. 1925. Patinated A...
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2010s French Art Deco Sculptures

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Marble, Metal

Art deco Mannequin Buste Siegel Deposé Bruxelles
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large Art Deco Siegel plaster bust, advertising D&W underwear for woman, Corsets, 1930-1940. Manufacture "Siegel" deposé Bruxelles inscribed below the bust. Beautiful decorative obje...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Enamel

Jean de RONCOURT French Art Deco Lumberjack Sculpture, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Sculpture “Lumberjack” by Jean de Roncourt, France, 1920s. This striking French Art Deco sculpture, titled “Lumberjack,” was created by Jean de Roncourt.. A powerful...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Spelter

1930 s English Marquee Cinema Letter - M
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1930’s English Marquee Cinema Letter – M. Classic English cinema letters used at cinemas as signage for the film title, actors and so on. Made in acrylic plastic they slotted into t...
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1930s English Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Plastic

Large Antique Austrian Cold-Painted Bronze Basset Hound Dog Figurine
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique cast and cold-painted bronze sculpture is unsigned but presumed to have been made in Austria in circa 1900. This well executed cast bronze study depicts a basset hound i...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Edwardian Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Giambologna "Mercury" Patinated Bronze
By Giambologna
Located in Astoria, NY
After Giambologna (Jean de Boulogne, Italian, 1529-1608) "Mercury" Patinated Bronze Sculpture, the god lacking his caduceus, on a later simulated marble base. 27" H x 8" W x 14" D.
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19th Century French Classical Roman Antique Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Lost Wax Bronze Statue of a Winged Cherub Standing on a Shell in Dark Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Greco-Roman style lost wax cast bronze statue of a cherub standing on a shell from the 20th century, with great details in the curly hair, chubby face and wings, in dark patina. This vintage Greco-Roman style statue...
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20th Century Greco Roman Sculptures

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Bronze

Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear, Brienz around 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear, Brienz around 1920s A nicely carved Black Forest bear. Executed in Brienz, Switzerland around 1920. Very good condition. Heigt of the bear: 11.02'...
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1920s Swiss Black Forest Vintage Sculptures

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Wood

Abstract Bronze on Marble Base, c 1970s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Dramatic abstract form in bronze, contrasting a more heavily patinated shape with a dark bronze section. The work has a sense of movement although it is fixed. Mounted on a heavy bla...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Museum-Quality XL Bolivian Amethyst – Vivid Saturation Oversized Crystals
Located in Polanco, CDMX
This XL Bolivian Amethyst specimen is an exceptionally rare offering, distinguished by its massive crystal architecture and unusually rich, saturated color. While Bolivian amethyst i...
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2010s Mexican Organic Modern Sculptures

Materials

Agate, Amethyst

Shadow of the Evening Etruscan Bronze Museo Etrusco Guernacci Volterra
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
"Ombra della sera" Etruscan bronze, 3rd century BC, Museo Etrusco Guernacci, Volterra "Shadow of the evening". This copy of the “Evening shadow”, is an authorized cast after the orig...
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Mid-20th Century Greek Greco Roman Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

1900s Decorative Antique Brass Fish Lock Korea
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1900s fish lock from Korea likely decorated a lacquered chest cabinet offering a splash of golden brass. 4.5 tall x 7.5 w x 1.5 thick Original preowned vintage condition. See all ima...
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Early 20th Century Korean Sculptures

Materials

Brass

1976 Miguel Berrocal "Manolete" Puzzle Sculpture, 1355/10000 Édition Artcurial
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Miguel Ortiz Berrocal "Manolete" Puzzle Sculpture, 1355/10000 Édition Artcurial A rare Sculpture / Paperweight, brass and nickel puzzle sculpture titled "Manolete" by the renowned S...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Plaster Bust of Roman Emperor Augustus on Wood Pedestal
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous bust of Roman emperor Augustus. USA, Circa mid-20th century Plaster bust on wood pedestal base Measures: 2.75"W x 2.75"D x 7.5"H. Good original vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century American Grand Tour Sculptures

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Plaster, Wood

Cast of a Strolling Bear Sterling Silver ca. 1930s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Cast of a Strolling Bear Sterling Silver ca. 1930s Item e7248 A lovely sculpture of a strolling bear casted in sterling silver, Germany 1st half of the 20th century. 108,7 gramm, 3.8...
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Large Gilt Bronze Tibetan Buddha Statue Vasundhara
Located in Somis, CA
A spectacular piece featuring the Tibetan Bodhisattva Vasundhara, Goddess of wealth and abundance. Seated on double lotus, the multi-faced and multi-armed Buddha is powerful as she i...
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20th Century Tibetan Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Murano Gambaro Poggi Green Red Blue Italian Art Glass Turtle Figure Paperweight
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand green, red, and blue Italian art glass sea turtle figurine / sculpture. The piece is documented to the Gambaro Poggi company, with an original "Ve...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Modern Abstract XXL Sculpture in Bronze Patina Brass by Patrick Coard Paris
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Oval Queen by Patrick Coard Paris is the epitome of luxurious artistry, a breathtaking sculpture that commands attention with its regal presence and exquisite craftsmanship. Forg...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Robert Eickholt Large Dichroic Disc Sculpture, American Art Glass
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage art glass sculpture features complex central structure of fused colored and dichroic glass with layered gold foil fragments, surrounded by controlled bubbles, encased inside...
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1990s American Post-Modern Sculptures

Materials

Gold

Rare Geometric Art, Hand Carved Oak Ludwig van Beethoven Mask Medallion / Plaque
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique and uniquely hand carved work of art, in deep relief. Anyone who is capable of creating such a unique, geometric and expressive face of Ludwig van Beethoven out of an oakw...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Sculptures

Materials

Oak

Pre-Columbian Style Mexican Terracotta Statue, Molded Clay Figurative Sculpture
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage, decorative and well-proportioned Mexican primitive figure depicting a man seated, with detailed, patterned clothing. The sculpture measures 16 1/4" High x 12" wide x 9 1/2"...
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20th Century Mexican Pre-Columbian Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Large Italian White Ceramic Monkey With Banana Sculpture
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970’s Large Italian white glazed terracotta Chimpanzees with bananas on hands sculpture. Shows minor wear consistent with age. Measurements: 26.75” High, 20” Wide, 18” Deep.
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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Male Bust Ugo Cipriani on marnel base France 1930
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco bronze sculpture male bust by Ugo Cipriani. Patinated bronze. Belgian black marble base. France 1930. Literatuur: “Art Deco sculpture” Alastair Duncan.
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sculptures

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Bronze

Raymor Italian 1950s Bronze Brass Patina Etruscan Horse Figurine Weinberg Style
Located in Miami, FL
This is a bronze sculpture, which may have been done by Frederic Weinberg for Raymor. It is an incredibly stylized Roman decorated horse Figurine and has a patina finish. Italian-mad...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Rare Antique German Solid Silver Model Cockatoo Bird Figurine c. 1890
Located in London, GB
A lovely Antique German Silver Model of a Cockatoo Bird standing on a wooden stump. The Bird is modelled with a lovely attention to detail and has a removable head and hinged articul...
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19th Century German Antique Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Pair of Turquoise Glazed Parrots Chinese Porcelain 30cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Rare pair of parrot or cockatoo figurines, made of blue or turquoise and purple glazed Chinese porcelain, circa the first half of the 20th century. Marked on the bottom with the make...
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1920s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Wooden baroque sculpture of a saint made around 1630
Located in Aachen, DE
Vollplastisch geschnitzte Heiligenfigur des frühen 17. Jahrhunderts, polychrome originale Farbfassung. Höhe 83cm, Farbe bereichsweise stark blättrig bzw. fehlend. Ausdrucksstarker G...
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Early 17th Century German Baroque Antique Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Very Tall Bronze Ndebele Sculpture, Original Mid-Century Modern, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
This beautiful sculpture by an unknown artist, depicting a Ndebele. Despite of occasionally mistakenly attributed to Carl Hagenauer is it undoubtedly a masterpiece. In earlier times,...
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1950s African Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Beautiful Mid Century Boy Head Bust Plaster on Wooden Base German Vintage, 1959
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful mid century modern white plaster boys head bust. Bust with lots of patina. Plaster on a wooden base. A nice addition in every living room. Found at an estate sale in Nuremb...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Plaster, Wood

19th Century French Patinated Spelter Statue Composition "Joan of Arc on Horse"
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an office of a study with this wonderful antique statue of Joan of Arc. Crafted in France circa 1870, and resting one a wooden base, the figure depicts Sainte Jeanne d' Arc,...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Sculptures

Materials

Spelter

Vintage French Advertising Statue, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Plaster bust/mannequin which served an advertising purpose for new lingerie collections. It is in very good condition for its age. The hairstyle of the lady is also in the 'a...
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1960s French Art Deco Vintage Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Zoë Powell, Ceramic Vessel, Vestige Series
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Freeform ceramic sculpture made from a blend of high-iron stoneware clays hand-collected by the artist in Minnesota. Its surface is hand-polished with diamond sandpaper to render a m...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Vintage Boho Hand Carved Wood Painted Mask
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This expressive carved wooden mask is full of personality and theatrical flair. With its bold eyebrows, curled mustache, and sharply defined jawline, it seems to embody a mischievous...
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Late 20th Century American Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Large Silvered Bronze Sculpture of a Spanish Cavalier
Located in New York, NY
Large 19 century French Silvered Bronze Sculpture of a Spanish Cavalier. Apparently unsigned.
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Late 19th Century Antique Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Rooster Sculpture silk pink Murano glass collectable Formia Murano Italy
Located in Venezia, IT
Sculpture in Murano glass, pink rooster with crystal details, Italy Dimensions: L 22 cm x H 28 cm x D 22 cm ( L 8.6" x H 11.0" x D 8.6") We recently came across the untouched inven...
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Late 20th Century Italian Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Red Blue Yellow Murano Glass Clown, Italy, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Murano glass clown in the colors blue, red, yellow white and orange. Amazing glass clown sculpture designed and manufactured in the Mid-Century Modern era in Murano, Italy. Very goo...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Japanese Brass Crane and Turtle Sculptures, Mid-20th Century
Located in Glasgow, GB
A pair of Japanese decorative brass crane sculptures, offering a striking interpretation of traditional symbolism in cast metalwork. Each brass crane, rendered with elegant lines and...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Animal Masks “Wild Things” Animal Masks by James Perkins 20th Century
Located in London, GB
“Wild Things” Animal Masks by James Perkins 20th Century Mixed media: fur, feathers, resin, textile; wearable sculpture Commissioned and crafted for Pa...
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20th Century English Sculptures

Materials

Fur, Textile, Feathers

Antique, New and Vintage Sculptures

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.

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