Figurative Sculptures

A large and rare second half of 15th century religious marble sculpture group, hand carved, mounted on bronze base for display. This sculpture group depicts the death of Saint Joseph...

This figurine features a distinctive hedgehog shape crafted using press-molded refractory white clay from the Rimini Blu series. Its surface is decorated with hand-stamped incisions ...

Lalique France Crystal “Le Faune” Dancing Nude Lovers Pan Diana Figurine, from the 1960s. This Crystal Figurine features two nude lovers, Pan and Diana, dancing in a romantic p...

A whimsical interpretation of Sigmund Freud's 'Whats on a Mans Mind'. A wall plaque with an optical illusion. The face of a man in which 3 naked w...

POLYCHROME CARVED WOOD VIRGIN AND CHILD FROM THE 15TH CENTURY   ORIGIN: SOUTH GERMANY, SWABIA, NUREMBERG REGION PERIOD: 15th CENTURY   Height: 94,6cm Width : 28 cm Depth : 18 cm   Lime wood Original Polychromy Good state of conservation     From 1430 onwards, sculpture underwent a profound stylistic renewal which continued until 1530, the so-called late Gothic period. In the Germanic countries, original sculptures flourished in an expressive and sensitive vein.
This renewal was inspired by the art of Nicholas of Leiden, who was active in Strasbourg in the 1460's. His style broke with the refined and delicate art of the international Gothic style in force throughout Europe around 1400. The figures became more authentic and realistic. The bodies became denser. Clothes are animated by deep, broken folds, the fabrics are heavy and have a great decorative value. In addition, the polychromy is intended to be illusionistic. The painting makes it possible to restore the texture of the materials, the richness of the textiles and the natural skin tone of the characters.   The dissemination of images through engraving and the great mobility of the artists led to the success of this style, which conquered the Upper Rhine, Swabian, Tyrolean and Franconian regions, contributing to the formation of a common stylistic identity in these regions. The economic boom in the flourishing German cities was conducive to the development of original production. Attracted by this prosperity, numerous workshops were set up in order to meet the orders of religious communities, the Church and the laity, including a clientele of middle-class rockers.      This precious Virgin and Child is depicted standing on a crescent moon, her head encircled by a crown of tall flowers. Her long wavy hair spreads over her shoulders, framing her beautiful oval face. Under fine eyebrows drawn with a brushstroke, her almond-shaped, slightly drooping eyes look at the Child with infinite softness. She is dressed in a long red dress with a rounded neckline, belted under the chest. The heavy fabric of her dress spreads out in broken folds at her feet. On her shoulders she wears a golden cloak. The drapery has deep folds. She holds out her right hand while she holds the Christ Child with her left.   Christ, with his well-defined hair, is naked. His cheeks are highlighted with red, he holds an apple in his left hand and with the other hand makes a sign of blessing towards the faithful.   Virgins with Child on a crescent moon were very popular in the second half of the 15th century, especially as the central subject of altarpieces in southern Germany and Austria. The crescent moon on which Mary is standing is reminiscent of the Woman of the Apocalypse. Often equated with the Virgin Mary.    This episode is taken from the Book of Revelation (12:1-6)   1 Then a great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet and a crown of twelve stars on her head. ; 2 She was pregnant, and she cried out because she was in labor, in pain from giving birth. ; 3 Then another sign appeared in heaven: it was a great fiery red dragon, with seven heads and ten horns, and seven royal crowns on his heads. ; 4 His tail swept down a third of heaven's stars and threw them to the earth. The dragon stood in front of the woman who was about to give birth so that when she gave birth, he might devour her child. ; 5 She gave birth to a son, a male child who is to rule all the nations with an iron rod. Her child was snatched up to God and his throne. ; 6 Then the woman fled into the desert, where God has prepared a place for her. There she will be taken care of for one thousand two hundred sixty days.   Some theologians see in this woman a reference to the Virgin Mary and in the child, Jesus.    
This remarkable work is a very fine example of sculpture from Swabian workshops in the last decades of the 15th century. It presents all the characteristic stylistic elements: a highly girdled silhouette, an abundant drapery with angular folds, but also a great physical presence accentuated by the polychromy that restores the anatomical details. This group is made of a wooden log. The deep folds of the drapery highlight the movement of the Virgin holding the child.       Bibliography :   Sophie Guillot de Suduiraut, Dévotion et Séduction, Sculptures souabes des musées de France, vers 1460-1530, Paris musée du Louvre-Éditions somogy, 2015   “Revelation 12 -   Common English Bible...

Mid-century set of 2 pink and green flamingo ceramic figurines and decorative vase. The set features two beautifully detailed pink flamingos with their wings outstretched among lush ...

Large crystal sailboat sculpture by Daum, France, circa 1970s. The piece is invery good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 8"W x 4.5"D x 16.5"H. The sculpture is...

Royal Copenhagen, a rare figure of a boy. Model number 519. In great condition. Second factory quality. Dimensions: H 20.5 x W 5.5 cm.

Pair of mid-century vintage turquoise blue foo dog sculptures, circa 1970s. These symbolic guardians have a beautiful blue turquoise ceramic hue and measu...

The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...

A Chinese porcelain statuette of Mao Zedong from the late 20th century, depicting him seated on a armchair with June style purple and blue glaze. Created in China during the last quarter of the 20th century, this porcelain statuette depicts Mao Zedong (26 December 1893 – 9 September 1976), also known as Chairman Mao. Seated on a low back armchair with out-scrolling arms and purple and blue glaze, Mao is crossing his legs, his right hand resting on his knees and his left on the arms. Mao was a Chinese communist...

Vibrant, sleek and full of character, this vintage pedal car was once the prized possession of children all across America. A popular toy since the late 19th century, pedal cars expe...

The Rattlesnake, a cast bronze sculpture after American artist Frederic Remington on marble base. Filled with a tremendous dramatic tension, this bronze sculpture depicts a scene fro...

STELIO MOLA - Vintage hand painted majolica figure of a Sardinian gentleman - medium size - featuring elaborate hand crafted and hand painted details throughout - signed on the base ...

This brutalist Mid-Century Modern sculpture in the style of the Cubist sculptor Jacques Lipchitz stands at 19.5" tall. The solid sculpture is made of gypsum with a painted copper ext...

Incredibly beautiful art deco style sculpture with two swans interlocking in a circle. This piece is attributed to Dolbi Cashier and is impactful, glamourous and chic. The piece pr...

Antique Hand Painted Bisque Porcelain Mother & Child Figure in the Manner of Meissen c1920 Measures- 17.25"H x 9.25"W x 9.25"D

This artwork was created by the Italian artist Ottorino Tonelli. Title "Adamo" translated "Adam" Ottorino Tonelli was born in 1948 in Carrara, where h...

A fine cast and patinated 19th Century bronze statue of Zeus riding an eagle, mounted on a machine tooled gilt base France, circa 1860

Beautiful weathered oak panel depicting two baroque angels holding a coat of arms. Weathered and small losses, most likely it was once part of a larger panel. France circa 1750. trea...

This piece of porcelain is a bold, new version of the main character in The Guest collection, created by the celebrated designer Jaime Hayon. The Guest is a collection designed by Jaime Hayon for Lladró which invites ground-breaking artists from around the world to personalize this particular character. The series includes collaborations from Paul Smith, Devilrobots, Gary Baseman...

The antique Buddha head is an icon of confidence, awareness, knowledge, compassion and concentrated meditative practices. Every faculty of the Budd...

Large minimalist solid walnut cross, circa 1984 signed & dated .

Large bronze sculpture with a brown patina, representing a naked woman, sitting in an armchair, a pencil in one hand, a vase in the other, surrounded by antiques. Signature of the...

A beautiful Carrara marble torso of an Indian goddess. The torso with the diaphanous sarong wrapped around the body and secured with double belts at the waist. The female body beauti...

A large French bronze sculptural figure of a musician -in the round - from the late 19th century, featuring a man in fancy dress playing a violin or fiddle, set upon a round raised p...

Original 1997 ceramic dancing Hawaiian Hula girl bobble doll figurine made from lightweight plaster and painted in vibrant tropical green. It depicts a young Hawaiian hula dancer in ...

This authentic Art Deco bronze sculpture depicts a graceful nude dancer holding a Thyrsus, created by the renowned French artist Pierre Le Faguays around 1930. Cast in gilt and patin...

This is a truly magnificent antique Victorian patinated bronze sculpture of the famous Greek God Apollo, modelled upon a shaped circular socle, inscribed monogram 'NF' and numbered 2...

Enhance your table with these delicate porcelain flowers by French artist Samuel Mazy, in collaboration with Maison Nurita. This Lily of the Valley is handmade in biscuit porcelain, ...

Italian sculpture ‘Cuckolded Mask” in silver-plated metal designed by Gio Ponti for Argenteria Sabattini with the manufacturer’s mark engraved, Italy 1970s Please note that the item...

SILVERED BRONZE From our Sculpture collection, we are pleased to offer this rare example Art Deco Bronze Figure by Paul Philippe. The figure beautifully raised upon a geometric bla...

A tobacco tasting pipe made of genuine carved meerschaum with a genuine amber mouthpiece. It depicts a single-masted sailing ship with unfurled sails and sailors. Original leather-li...

For your consideration is this extremely rare and very enchanting porcelain bisque cigarette holder match striker dating to the 1930s and sourced in France. Depicting a flapper girl ...

Monumental Curtis Jere Brass Sailboat Sculpture, Signed and Dated 1976 Dimensions: 52″ W × 39″ H × 7″ D Signed: © C. Jere, 1976 A striking and monumental brass wire sculpture of a ...

PRESENTING AN ABSOLUTELY STUNNING Large ‘Huntsman/Valet with his Hounds’ Bronze Sculpture by PJ Mene – 1869. This is a LARGE sculpture, weighing over 175 lbs....

Sculpture by Friedrich Goldscheider (1845-1897) Austrian, 19th century, in terracotta representing a French Knight. Signed and marked on the base. Reproduction reserved, model 3369...

Art Deco style sculpture of a dancer with ball Jeu signed by Max Le Verrier. With the Le Verrier foundry mark. Design 1930. Posthumous contemporary cast of the Le Verrier foundry. ...

Diego Giacometti style bronze statue "le chat maitre d'hotel" made in France around 1970 The Butler Cat, 1961-1964 is one of Diego Giacometti's most iconic works. He created it in ...

Beautiful 20th century oval Chinese cork diorama. Finely carved decoration in a glass case and black lacquered base. Chinese landscape view, a pagoda in a traditional garden featur...

Monumental Italian brass fish or koi sculpture. This magnificent sculptural well detailed fish or koi sculpture is heavy weight and recently professionally polished. Perfect sculptu...

Keith Simpson's miniature porcelain Ceramic Cars sculptures reflect memories of vehicles from his childhood and the 1980's. With Fort Makers, he chose colors and silhouettes of cars that are charming and magnetic, yet also somewhat humble. Keith describes them as "archetypal 1980's hand-me-downs," and says of them, "They are like the models of cars that you might inherit from your grandparents if you had your sweet 16...

A bisque sculpture, “Bust of a Child” by Aime Jules Dalou, edited by Sevres. Beautiful detail. “Bust of a Child" by Aimé-Jules Dalou (1838-1902). This bust was initially modeled b...

A truly extraordinary and evocative object: an 18th century hand-carved wooden skull, richly hand-painted and inscribed with the date 1769. This rare Memento Mori was created as a me...

A dark chamotte clay wall sculpture, representing a stylized girl. Unique hand-formed sculpture by Rogier Vandeweghe for Amphora.

A large 19th century Italian 'Grand Tour' bronze model of seated Hermes (or Mercury) after the Antique. The original sculpture, which was found at the Villa of the Papyri in Herculan...

A dynamic resin sculpture titled "Time and Money" by contemporary artist Roark Gourley. Hand signed on the lower right with an annotation of 5/50 on the lower left. This vibrant reli...

Lacquered Head In Sculpted Wood Early 1900s mounted on a plexiglass base 3 cm. high with the neck truncated for attachment to the body by means of a pin. Despite having widespread co...

Antoine Louis Barye Theseus Slaying the Centaur Bienor Black Patinated Bronze Group. A French bronze group entitled 'Thesee combattant le centaure Bienor, esquisse' (Theseus slaying...

Entitled "Young Beethoven", this was a limited edition hand painted porcelain made in February 1997 and retired in 2005; manufactured by the Lladro Porcelain Company in Spain. This ...

Grand Tour Bronze statues of three nude males from mythology, all in various poses. These small statues range in height from 5.5" to 5.75" and in width 2 to 2.5". These would have be...

A pair of lovely figures of young children with beautiful hand painted facial features. One holds a bell and is leaning on a tree stump base and the other child with floral leaves. S...

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.

A pair of cast metal Sculptures, male and female. The finish is newly painted in black. The pair are heavy and substantial, but we do not believe them to be Bronze. They do make ...

A Fine and Large French Early 20th Century Bronze of Napoleon Marching in Waterloo Cast after a model by Marius-Jean-Antonin Mercié (French, 1845-1916). The impressive bronze sculptu...

An original Art Deco Sculpture / Girl with flowing dress / hair running with two streamlined greyhounds on portoro Marble Base. Signed to the base by well known French Art Deco artis...

Amazing 18th century carved wooden Baroque arm of a Saint figure. This piece was once part of a procession Saint figure. The arm is now placed at a wooden base and as visible on the ...

Ancient Roman Bronze Herm Statue dating from the 1st to 4th Century A.D. A herm was a statue consisting of a a head atop a square pillar, originally an artifact to honor the god Herm...

Swedish Art Deco (1920s) Grace Period Modernist patinated figurative sculpture modeled After Solsångaren, signed verso Millesgården (CARL MILLES - Millesgården)

Whimsical 19th century Italian hand decorated glazed earthenware centerpiece crafted in a fantasy composition with seashells and mermaids.