Figurative Sculptures

Virgin and child in majesty Origine: castille Epoque: early 14th century Measures: Height: 72cm Length: 30cm Depth: 25cm Polychrome and gi...

Finely carved mythological roman subject of Bacchus or Dionysus in limestone. Excellent condition from an estate of Veneto. Measurements: Statue cm 180, base cm 85. Price is not inc...

Tango, Art Deco bronze sculpture cubist dancers Pierrot and Colombine by Thomas Cartier, France 1930. The bronze has a silver patina and stands on a Portor marble base. Literature...

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...

"Nuit d’été", dated 1894 and signed by Louis-Auguste MOREAU Famous French sculptor, 1855-1919 A superb French parcel gilt patinated bronze group depicting a semi-clad maiden on n...

A female fertility statue of West African Senufo (Mali, or Ivory Coast) origin in solid wood. Hand-carved from a single piece of Mango wood, this expr...

Massive wire sculpture of a man by Bruce Gray. Life-sized sculpture floating on rolling cube base. Measures: Just over 7 feet tall. Fantastic detail and presence. Excellent condition.

Bronze sculpture on a black marble base, depicting a Vanitas Memento-mori, a seated skeleton holding a scythe. The sculpture functions as a pocket watch holder, including a pocket wa...

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...

A wonderful and richly detailed Italian 19th century white Carrara marble statue of the Kneeling Venus, signed A. Pettrich Setilopia. This stunning statue is raised on an oval base w...

Rare and striking, this porcelain sculpture depicting a nude Japanese male figure carrying a fish on his shoulders was sculpted by Adolf (or Adolph) Ambe...

A set of two large variously patinated brass cranes, standing on walking turtles. Inspired by 19th century Japanese Meiji period originals. Dimensions: 13" W x 19" D x 58" H.

We are offering a wonderful bronze sculpture of a nude woman. Wonderful exotic art of a woman nude pulling up a stocking. Signed on the bottom and possible made in France. Dates from...

Stunning pair of Art Deco busts by the artist formerly known as Kupur , aka Frederick Cooper. These are an example of his earlier work, before he focused on making lighting, primaril...

A mesmerizing Gupta Empire (mid-3rd century BCE - 543 AD) mounted terracotta torso of a standing Vishnu. Vishnu is the preserver god, which means he p...

Amazing and highly decorative wall relief by Heinrich Moshage (1896-1968), 1929. Cast by the foundry 'Buderus', Germany, 1930s. This piece is part of a series of six works 'Unsere Ar...

Pair of squirrel bookends, in green metal (spelter) on a marble base. Both are signed Max le Verrier. Good overall condition - very minor chips to the marble. Height 15 ...

"Horned Mask" Gio Ponti by Sabattini, 1978 Openwork metal sheet.

Mid-late 19th century expertly hand carved and fully articulated artist mannequin

Very sweet Lladro figurine of a fishing boat with a young boy, dog and grandfather figure. A collector's piece. In excellent condition.

Elegant set of four marble busts representing Roman emperors, hand-carved in Italy from various colored marbles. Each sculpture showcases individual facial features, classical attire...

A modernist 3D figural wall sculpture / art of knights jousting by J. Segura for Segura Studios, circa 1965. Fiberglass construction with richly painted textured surface captures the...

French Art Deco Crackle Glaze Ceramic Lady Sculpture, France, 1920s. This exquisite French Art Deco ceramic lady features a beautiful cr...

Beautiful mermaid statue with long flowing hair and a large tail, perfect by a pool or ocean view. The mermaid can also be used as a interior table base with a glass top inside of yo...

A gorgeous and refined Burmese crowned and adorned seated bronze Buddha, Kingdom of Arakan, Mrauk-U period, 17th century. The Buddha is portrayed seated in vajrasana upon a high double lotus pedestal, hands in dhyana mudra, a ritual vessel resting in his upturned palms. He is festooned with jewelry – armlets, bracelets, anklets, a double necklace, a jeweled belt, and large earrings. His hair done up in a high chignon, covering the ushnisha, and topped by a stupa shaped finial. The Buddha wears a large five pointed crown tied with ribbons that flare dramatically behind either ear, and a thin scarf...

Ancient Greek mould-made terracotta antefix decorated with the female head of the Goddess Artemis Bendis. Western Greek, Italy, Taranto, early 4th century BC. Two small feathered win...

Pair of Igorot tribesmen figural wood carvings depicting hunter and huntress with companion canines, weaponry, and standing on two circular fluted pli...

Stormtrooper with straight arm life-size star wars, licensed figure, Lucas film, in limited edition 333 pieces. In fiberglass.

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,...

Provenance : In the same private collection for several generations, Burgundy. The canonical Gospels describe briefly the episode of the Nativity. It comprises three parts : • The Preludes : the Journey to Bethlehem, the Census • The Nativity • The Announce to the Shepherds and the Adoration of the Magi Only the Gospel according to Matthew (2, 1-12) speaks about the Adoration of the Magi. Staying vague about their number it does say they brought the newborn gold, incense and myrrh. The apocryphals, the fathers of the Church and many other authors have filled in the gaps of the evangelic tale. The sobriety and symbolic of the story have been a huge inspiration to artists. Although one of the oldest depictions of the Adoration of the Magi dates from the 2nd century the theme became very popular in Christian art during the late 14th century. One of the reasons explaining this success is that it celebrates both the Virgin and Christ at the same time. This important walnut panel is carved in a strong relief and depicts the different steps of the story of Jesus’ birth. On the left, the donkey and ox that have accompanied Mary and Joseph from Bethlehem are depicted behind a trough. On the thatch roof appears the star that would guide the magi to the place of birth of Jesus. Mary is wearing a veil and is seating on a bed. She holds her baby at arm’s length to present him to the magi. Saint Joseph is by her side. The old man is holding a cane in his left hand while from the right hand he seems to uncover himself to greet the visitors. A woman assists to the scene. In front of the holy family the three magi stand behind one another to pay their homage to the newborn. The first magi has a pointed beard. He is already kneeling out of deference and has placed his crown to his feet. He gives the baby a hanap filled with gold coins. This is Melchior as the legend describes him with white hair and a long beard. Caspar, the second magi bears a cup of incense. He is looking at the third magi and with his right hand he points to the star that has guided them there. He has a short beard and wears crakow shoes, breeches and a wide sleeved doublet. Finally Balthazar, the elegant last magi proceeds proudly towards the holy family with his one hand on the saber’s hilt and the other holding a cup. He brings the divine child the myrrh. He probably just dismounted as the horse can be seen behind him. The scene is set in a very detailed and narrative decor. In the right part of the panel the shepherd receive the announce of Jesus’ birth. An angel comes down from heaven with a scroll bearing the good news in his hands. The herding dog sleeps peacefully while sheeps graze. At the top of the cliff we notice the gilded sheeps enclosure. The panel’s moulded frame is carved with a foliated decor. In it’s centre appears a coat-of-arms. It is the alliance of the three magi’s arms. Indeed as it was common for legendary figures the three of them received imaginaries coat-of-arms. Thus, on a field of azure stands a star for Melchior, a crescent for Caspar and a pennon for Balthazar. This high-relief panel is undeniably the work of a very skilled and imaginative artist. This key moment in the New Testament is transposed to a contemporary environment thanks to the figures’ clothing and the rural daily life scene. This way the universal dimension of the episode is highlighted allowing a better understanding for the contemporaries. The sculptor has represented the episodes of the Adoration of the Magi and the Announce to the Shepherd with great talent and numerous details giving life to a picturesque and narrative scene. The important traces of polychromy give those already very animated scenes a stronger pictorial power and a rich dynamism. Because of the picturesque and familiar realism so dear to the artists of the late Medieval era, of the didactic function of this type of panel as well as the quality of the sculpture this piece is an astounding example of Burgundian art of the 15th century. Literature Louis Réau, Iconographie de l’Art chrétien...

An attractive carved wood figure of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, known as Guanyin in China, late Ming Dynasty, early 17th century, China. Guanyi...

Large Pair of Bronze Classical Maidens Holding A Urn These originally were part of a Fountain But could be used as Free Standing Sculptures and Wired to a Fountain

A circa 1950's Mexican sculpture on wood base. Measurements: Height: 10.5" Width: 10" Depth: 8"

A stunning green-patinated bust of Beethoven, sculpted by Pierre Le Faguays for Max Le Verrier. A masterpiece of French Art Deco from the 1920s, it captures the composer lost in the ...

Meticulously carved and gilded architectural model of a Chinese temple makes a fascinating work of art.

Massive vintage display pencil. Made of one solid piece of wood and a machine engraved metal ring wrapped around the end by the eraser. Size: 60" long. Marked ARTIST GRADE - GRAPHITE...

Sculpture in patinated bronze representing a dancer in the Art Deco style, signed D.H Chiparus, Modern Edition, XXI century. H: 49cm, W: 11cm, D: 11cm

Victor Heinrich Seifert (1870–1953). A finely detailed bronze sculpture of a young nude woman holding a fishing spear by the German-Austrian sculptor Victor Heinrich Seifert. The s...

Masterfully carved & most impressive Italian Vanitas bust in solid marble from late 19th century. White Carrara marble skull combined with a Belgian Bla...

Beautiful large Baroque angel-wing with its original color and gilding. Extremely rare to find in this size. Very decorative item placed on a wooden base. Italy, circa 1750. Weathere...

Seduction, elegant sculpture in Art Deco style of a nude lady with gazelle by Pierre Le Faguays for Max Le Verrier, signed Fayal and with foundry seal. Art metal with dark green pat...

This stunning sculpture by Austin Productions ''Rebirth'' crafted with exceptional attention to detail, is perfect for any art lover's collection. The sculptor, French artist J.P. R...

Excellent ceramic figurine with rare decotation of the 1930s: The sculpture depicts a dancer in a butterfly costume. Standing with her arms raised and her head tilted to one side, sh...

Wonderful gilded metal saint statue with beautiful expression, France, circa 1880-1900. Weathered. Measurements include the wooden base.

20thc patinaed bronze mermaid statue. Amazing conditioning with wear to the base. the resting mermaid has an amazing greenish patina that has great age to it. In very good shape.

Metal, copper-plated (brass) statue of a falconer, woman on horseback, this sculpture probably represents Jacoba van Beieren, first half of the 20th century. The statue is made of 2...

Elegant Grand Tour bronze sculpture representing the Discobolus (Discus Thrower), after the celebrated ancient Greek original. Mounted on a serpentine marble base, this finely cast 1...

Gigantic baby bottle made in the 1970s. Hard plastic bottle with removable top and rubber nipple. Blue bottle with ounces on one side and milliliters on th...

A wonderful example of a hollow-cast bronze crocodile skull. This piece features wonderful detail and resemblance to a real specimen. An exotic piece certain to invoke conversation. ...

Pair of large scale solid brass giraffe sculptures. This stunning pair varies in size. The largest of the two stands at 26.5 inches tall. The smaller mate is 22.5 inches high. Each o...

Rare bronze sculpture by renowned Mexican artist Victor Hugo Castañeda (b. 1947), signed and dated Victor H. Castañeda, 1988, and marked Edition 1 of 20. This intimate and contemplat...

Charles Korschann Czechoslovakian Art Nouveau Gilt-Bronze Figural Bud Vase. Cast from a model by Charles (Karl) Korschann, circa 1899, of urn form, with a handle in the form of a...

A religious pair of monumental wooden sculptures depicting Jesus and Mary from the Berks County Pennsylvania Jesuit Center. This dynamic ha...

While the birth of Christ is briefly told in the Gospel of Luke (2, 7) it is in the apocryphal texts that we find most of the elements and details that have then inspired artists. As of the 14th century and even more of the 15th century the subject of the Adoration of the Child replaces in Western art the scene of the Birth, much favoured in Byzantine art. Instead of being depicted lying with the new-born swathed in the manger, the Virgin is now kneeling, her hands joined in prayer in front of the naked child. This change was probably hastened by the popularity of the visions of Saint Bridget of Sweden to whom the Virgin allegedly appeared to show how she had given birth to Jesus (Visions, VII, chap. 21). Sheltered by a thatch-roofed structure the Virgin is kneeling in front of the Child Jesus. She wears a magnificent red dress under a large gold cloak. Her curled blond hair is partially veiled. The newborn is lying on a straw mat. Joseph is depicted with a parted beard and stands opposite from the Virgin. He wears a tunic and a coat with a purse hanging from the belt. His costume reminds us of the long journey him and Mary have accomplished to reach Bethlehem. Two other women are present. One is looking through the stable’s window to observe the Holy Family while another one kneels in prayer in front of the divine child. The rich costume of the lady might indicate she is a donator. However they could also both represent the women who took part in the birth of Christ, Zelemi and Salome. Salome, incredulous did not believe in the virginal conception of Mary and she is represented far from the scene. The artist has depicted her with an expression of doubt on her face. Zelemi, on the contrary, is a believer. She is rewarded by a place of honour at the heart of the scene, close to Mary. To the left the donkey and ox that have accompanied Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem observe quietly the scene. On the foreground two angels hold a scroll reading an excerpt from the Gloria : “/Gloria/ in excelsis /Deo/.” One of the angels wears a blue cape while the other’s is red Those two colours are very significant as during Middle-Ages blue symbolises hope and red charity. Together they express the hope in redemption thanks to the advent of Christ and his sacrifice to come. Above the main scene, up a cliff, a small shepherd lets his herd of sheep graze amidst the trees. He is framed by two walled cities. This wood carving is the work of a very skilled and inventive artist. The piece bears witness to his exceptional talent. The realism of the scene is emphasised by the amount of details depicted. The refinement of the carving itself is highlighted by the well preserved polychromy. This key moment of the New Testament is set in a contemporary context thanks to the clothes of the characters and the scenes of rural life. The universal dimension of the scene is intensified while allowing contemporary viewers to grasp its meaning more easily. This care for details, the picturesque realism as well as the extraordinary rendition of the cloths suggest it was made by a Flemish artist during the late 15th century. This relief can be compared with the panel of the Nativity from the Saint-Vaast altarpiece made by Jacques Daret between 1433 and 1435, today in Madrid’s Thyssen-Bronemisza Museum. Literature Louis Réau, Iconographie de l’Art chrétien...

Rare 1956 Mid-century Hawaiian hula girl & native male ceramic statue set. Each captures the charm of Hawaiian culture from the post-war era with a gloss paint finish and energetic e...

Very attractive weeping willow tree sculpture by Brian Bijan. Tree is made with mixed copper and brass metal supported by a quartz stone base. Stamped 1...

Au But, Antique bronze sculpture of 3 nude runners by Alfred Boucher with the Siot founders' signature. Patinated bronze on red marble base. France, circa...

Mid Century Modern Medieval Knight in armor.

Luxury at its finest, superb crystal virgin with child with satin finish.  A collector’s item made by Lalique in France between 1930 and 1950. This high-end piece is made and signed ...

Supreme x beever fall 2022 gumball machine, Fall/Winter 2022, white and red. Free-vend gumball machine with 8.5" shatter-resistant globe. Debossed logos on d...