Large Orientalist Bronze Figure of a Turkish Arms Merchant by G. Gueyton
By G. Gueyton
Located in Tarzana, CA
"Le Marchand d'armes turc" (The Turkish arms merchant) This magnificent 19th century French patinated bronze figure depicts a standing man wearing headscarf (Ghutra or keffiyeh) h...
Bronze
$2,280Sale Price|40% Off
G. Gueyton (French 1841-1919) Finely Cast Bronze Figure of Jester Holding Doll
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptionally well-cast bronze sculpture with brown patina depicting a harlequin holding a doll, the elaborately dressed figure with an expressive face and imposing posture restin...
Bronze
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H 35 in W 14 in D 10.5 in
Exceptional French Orientalist Bronze Sculpture "Le Marchand d' Armes Turc"
By G. Gueyton
Located in Queens, NY
Gueyton, (French, 19th Century) Discover the allure of the Orient through the eyes of a master sculptor with "Le Marchand d'Armes Turc," a captivating bronze sculpture by renowned a...
Bronze
Neoclassical Bronze Sculpture Mozart Violin Signed G. Gueyton
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
A refined neoclassical bronze sculpture depicting a youthful Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart holding a violin, capturing both elegance and musical sensitivity.
Bronze
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H 35 in W 14 in D 10.5 in
Exceptional French Orientalist Bronze Sculpture "Le Marchand d' Armes Turc"
By G. Gueyton
Located in Long Island City, NY, NY
Gueyton, (French, 19th Century) Discover the allure of the Orient through the eyes of a master sculptor with "Le Marchand d'Armes Turc," a captivating bronze sculpture by renowned a...
Bronze
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H 18.5 in W 8 in D 8 in
Bronze Sculpture of a Posing Jester or Harlequin by French Sculptor G. Gueyton
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This fine and touching bronze figure of a jester in one of his traditional poses is by the French Sculptor G. Guyeton (1841-1919) and likely dates to around 1880. It is standing on a...
Bronze
19th Century Bronze of Mozart by Gueyton
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality 19th century bronze statue of Mozart playing his Violin. Signed: Gueyton.
Bronze
$2,628
H 18.12 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
A Miniati, Arab Warrior, Signed Orientalist Bronze, Early 20th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Orientalist bronze with a brown patina, representing an Arab in motion, a rifle in his hand, hiding in the folds of his clothing. This sculpture is signed on the base Miniati and...
Bronze
Bronze Sculpture, Signed Laouse, France, circa 1900
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Bronze sculpture, signed Laouse. France, circa 1900. Marble base.
Marble, Bronze
$20,570
H 89 in W 28 in D 28 in
19th Century Antique French Bronze Sculpture Of Ulysses After Jacques Bousseau
Located in Dublin, IE
A magnificent 19th century bronze of Ulysses stringing his bow on square base. After Jacques Bousseau (1681-1740). Circa 1830 French Dimensions: H: 35 in / 89 cm W: 11 i...
Bronze
$2,742
H 27.96 in W 5.91 in D 8.67 in
Patinated Bronze Sculpture Depicting Hermes, 20th Century, Napoleon III Style.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Patinated bronze sculpture depicting Hermes, 20th century, Napoleon III style. 20th-century patinated bronze sculpture in the Napoleon III style depicting Hermes. H: 71 cm, W: 15 cm...
Bronze
19th Century French Bronze Statuette of Napoleon Bonaparte
Located in Atlanta, GA
This finely detailed 19th-century French bronze statuette captures the iconic figure of Napoleon Bonaparte in a classic, authoritative pose. The sculpture depicts Napoleon standing w...
Bronze
19th Century French Belle Epoque Statue by Victor Rousseau
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Belle Epoque statue by Victor Rousseau (1865-1954) displays the artist's talents in emulating the style that glorified rural life during the waning years of the 1...
Spelter
$3,257
H 15.36 in W 5.52 in D 3.94 in
Ea Leroy, Cameroonian, Orientalist Bronze Sculpture, Early 20th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Cameroonian: very beautiful bronze sculpture with brown patina signed EA Leroy Emile Leroy is a traveling artist: in 1923, he joined the workshop of Jean Boucher at the Ecole des ...
Bronze
Vienna Polychrome Bronze Jester on Onyx Stand, circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
Vienna polychrome bronze jester on onyx stand, circa 1900.
$74,500
H 51 in W 33 in D 23 in
Large 19th Century French Bronze "Prince Hamlet & the Gravedigger, Shakespeare"
By Thiebaut Freres
Located in Tarzana, CA
Monumental 19th Century French Bronze Depicting Prince Hamlet & the Gravedigger, from Act V, scene i. of shakespeare's tragedy. Cast by Victor Thiebaut, Paris. Signed on base: Par ...
Bronze
$1,950
H 4 in W 4.25 in D 4 in
Orientalist Cold Painted Vienna Bronze Man Holding Small Scale, Franz Bergmann
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Petaluma, CA
An unusual cold painted Vienna bronze of a seated man holding a little scale in his left hand. The scale has a small weight on the scale while a banana is weighing heavier on the ot...
Bronze
Orientalist Patinated Bronze Figure of a Turkish Young Man
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Moorish Turkish man dressed in Ottoman Empire-style costume and turban. An orientalist Moorish patinated cast bronze figure of a standing guard on stand. (Missing something in his ha...
Bronze
Bronze Figure of a Teutonic Warrior
By Paul Ludwig Kowalczewski
Located in New York, NY
Bronze figure of a Teutonic warrior. Paul Ludwig Kowalczewski (German, 1865–1910).
Bronze
$17,052
H 26 in W 10 in D 10 in
French 19th Century Bronze Sculpture "The Falconer" by Pierre Jules Mene
By Pierre Jules Mêne
Located in London, GB
"The Arab Falconer" by Pierre Jules Mene The finely cast and planished bronze, depicting a falconer walking on a naturalistic ground, with a hare at his feet, the falcon on a hand...
Bronze
Early 20th Century Theater Actor in Gilded Bronze
Located in Marseille, FR
Theater actor in gilded bronze signed Greil on onyx base.
Onyx, Bronze
$88,672
H 43.71 in W 21.26 in D 11.82 in
Large Antique 19th Century Bronze Moorish Warrior Sculpture Figure Henri Plé
Located in London, GB
Large Antique 19th Century Bronze Moorish Warrior Sculpture Figure Henri Plé French, 19th century Height 111cm, width 54cm, depth 30cm This striking late 19th-century bronze by Henr...
Bronze
$520Sale Price|20% Off
H 8.5 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
A 19 Century Bronze Statuette of a Standing Napoleon in uniform on a pedestal
By Jean-Auguste Barre
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A late 19 Century bronze statuette of Napoleon Bonaparte in uniform, standing with the trademark right hand tucked in his jacket and the other behind his back after an 1840 model ...
Bronze
$10,056
H 46 in W 70.9 in D 30.5 in
Gothic Revival Oak Fireplace Mantel with Carved Church Window Panels & Guards
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful Gothic Revival fire-place mantle surround with an amazing presence and patina. If you like Gothic Revival furniture then we are certain you will like this quality made and...
Wood, Oak
$17,713
H 33.6 in W 55.5 in D 19.6 in
Antique Black Forest Bear Bench w. Five Bear Sculptures & Carved Oak Leaf Seat
Located in Lisse, NL
Large and impressive, hand carved and demountable bench with five bear sculptures. This superbly hand carved bench is entirely made of solid wood and therefor too this stunning and ...
Glass, Wood
$24,521
H 25.79 in W 27.96 in D 13 in
F. Barbedienne 'The Solider of Marathon' Bronze After J. P. Cortot
By F. Barbedienne Foundry, Jean Pierre Cortot
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An excellent large late 19th century antique bronze of ‘Le Soldat De Marathon Annoncant La Victoire’, also known as ‘The Soldier of Marathon Announcing the Victory’, cast by Ferdinan...
Metal, Bronze
Rare Walnut Copper and Parchment Side Chair by Carlo Bugatti.
By Carlo Bugatti
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare carved walnut side chair by Carlo Bugatti upholstered with parchment and inlaid with pewter details and mounted with hammered copper decoration. Beauty & Mischief: The Desig...
Walnut
$15,427
H 109 in W 52.6 in D 8 in
Impressive Antique Hand Carved Oak Gothic Revival Door Complete with Wall Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning Gothic architectural door with strong iron hardware in original frame. This striking and all hand carved door was originally probably part of a church or monastery and the ...
Iron
$22,000
H 104.5 in W 21.5 in D 10.25 in
Antique Georgian Long Case Grandfather Clock Higgs & Evans London Spanish Market
By Robert and Peter Higgs of London
Located in Portland, OR
A fabulous investment quality antique George III Flame mahogany & gilt bronze eight day movement tall case grandfather clock, by Robert & Peter Higgs & David Evans, made for the Span...
Brass, Bronze, Ormolu
$85,000Sale Price|29% Off
H 84 in W 26 in D 18 in
Japan 1950s Museum Bronze Over Life-Size "Male Reborn” Koga Tadao, 84"
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan an important 84" Tall life-size sculpture of "Male Reborn" by midcentury master sculptor Koga Tadao (Meiji 36 (1903) to Showa 54 (1979). For further information please call D...
Bronze
$1,280
H 6.25 in W 6.88 in D 8.63 in
Exceptional Black Forest Wood Carved Brienz Wild Boar Inkwell German Antique
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic 1890s Black Forest desk accessory carved from wood in the shape of a wild boar. A lovely addition to your room or just to use on your desk. Made from hand carved wood. Found ...
Wood
$2,660
H 47.64 in Dm 20.87 in
ANTiQUE 1880 HARDWOOD REVOLVING SNOOKER CUE STAND 18 CUES SIR WILLIAM BENTLEY
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely Antique Victorian Circa 1880 Mahogany Revolving Snooker cue stand with 18 cues some stamped Sir ...
Hardwood
$66,500
H 22.25 in W 18.44 in D 7.5 in
Antique French Mystery Gravity Driven Rolling Ball Waterwheel Industrial Clock
Located in Danville, CA
Rare Mint Original 1900 French Mystery Water Wheel Rolling Ball Industrial Clock This rare French Industrial Waterwheel Clock (circa 1900) is a masterpiece of horological engineering...
Onyx, Bronze
$8,116
H 39.38 in W 57.88 in D 38.59 in
ANTIQUE FRENCH CIR 1920's R WOLFF LES JEUX AUTOMATIQUES FOOTBALL FOOSBALL TABLE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare and highly collectable, R Wolff, Les Jeux Automatiques, hand made in Paris France football t...
Oak
$7,542
H 24 in W 13.3 in D 8.2 in
Rare Folk Art Black Forest Root Wood Table Clock w. Bell Ringer Monk, Cuckoo St.
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and great folk-art workmanship mantel clock for the collectors and enthousiasts. Over the years we have had the pleasure of owning and selling a number of beautiful Black Fores...
Brass, Iron
Bronze Lizard and Lapis Lazuli Paperweight
By François Linke
Located in North Hollywood, CA
French cast bronze / brass lizard in lost wax technique on a solid polished Lapis Lazuli. Can be used as a paperweight or decorative desk accessory. Lizard itself is 5.5" wide, 3" de...
Bronze
$4,750
H 1,575 in W 15.5 in D 3.25 in
17th Century Flemish Old Master Painting Circle of Frans Francken.
By Frans Franken the Younger
Located in Vero Beach, FL
17th Century Flemish Old Master Painting Circle of Frans Francken Rare 17th century Flemish School painting, circle of Frans Francken the Younger (1581-1642). This Cabinet picture, ...
Wood, Giltwood
$47,500
H 93 in W 66 in D 21 in
Rare Early 18th Century English Carved Oak Hugh Castle Cabinet Chest Bookcase
Located in Dayton, OH
A rare and impressive English Gothic Medieval style Cabinet, Circa 1714. Built during the reign of King George I in honor of Hugh Lupus the First Earl of Chester and his castle. Hu...
Glass, Oak
$231,400
H 43 in W 43 in D 12 in
A Monumental Gilt-Lacquered Bronze Ornamental Buddha Sculpture of Vajravidarana
Located in Long Island City, NY, NY
A Monumental Gilt-Lacquered Bronze Ornamental Buddha Sculpture of Vajravidarana: A Masterpiece of Sino-Tibetan Craftsmanship, Late 19th Century, Qing Dynasty This monumental gilt-l...
Bronze
Figurative sculpture is a modern art form in which artists create work that is typically representative of the visible world. However, sculptures that are considered to be figurative in style can definitely be inclusive of abstract elements. A wide range of antique, new and vintage figurative sculptures has been made over the years by both well-known and emerging artists, and these pieces can prove striking and provocative as part of your home decor.
Realistic representation in visual art has a very long history. And while figurative artists, whether figurative painters or sculptors, find inspiration in humans, animals and real-life objects, good figurative sculptures can make us think differently about how the real world should look. Just as figurative paintings might include Photorealistic human likenesses, they can also include elements of Surrealism and can suggest a creative and alternative reality. Figurative sculptures aren’t always realistic impressions of our world — depictions of the human form in classical Greek sculpture, for example, might emphasize beauty and physical perfection.
There are a variety of figurative sculptures on 1stDibs created by artists working in a number of styles, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, mid-century modern and more. A large figurative sculpture can introduce an excellent focal point in a guest bedroom, while smaller works might draw the eye to spaces such as wall shelving or a bookcase that people may otherwise overlook.
When decorating your living room, dining room, home office and study areas with figurative sculptures, don’t be afraid to choose bold colors to inject brightness into neutral spaces. Texture is another factor to consider when purchasing figurative sculptures. A highly textural work of ceramics or wood will catch the eye in a sleek modern space, whereas a smooth, flat glass sculpture can offer an often much-needed contrast in a room that already has many textures.
On 1stDibs, find antique, new or vintage figurative sculpture or other kinds of sculpture for your home decor today.
The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.