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Art Nouveau Lady Sculpture

Art Nouveau Lady Sculpture Original Signed
Art Nouveau Lady Sculpture Original Signed

Art Nouveau Lady Sculpture Original Signed

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Art Nouveau standing lady chained to the globe with a sword.

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Mid Century /Modern Art Nouveau Lady Sculpture , Bronze , Artist Signed
Mid Century /Modern Art Nouveau Lady Sculpture , Bronze , Artist Signed

Mid Century /Modern Art Nouveau Lady Sculpture , Bronze , Artist Signed

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This exquisite Bronze Sculpture captures a graceful Art Nouveau female figure, standing confidently with a serene expression. She wears a flowing golden gown that clings elegantly to...

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Vintage 1980s American Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Art Nouveau Bust of a Young Lady Sculpture 1900 Latour
Art Nouveau Bust of a Young Lady Sculpture 1900 Latour

Art Nouveau Bust of a Young Lady Sculpture 1900 Latour

Located in Berlin, DE

-Art Nouveau bust - Alabasta with marble pedestal - Signed latour - Good condition

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

Art Nouveau pewter Sculpture lady with casket by Mattei France 1900
Art Nouveau pewter Sculpture lady with casket by Mattei France 1900

Art Nouveau pewter Sculpture lady with casket by Mattei France 1900

By Louis Octave Mattei (

Located in Antwerp, BE

Exquisite Art Nouveau sculpture of a lady holding a casket, created by French artist Louis Octave Mattei (1877-1918).

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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Pewter

Art Nouveau Bronze "Elegant Lady" Sculpture by Georges Van der Straeten
Art Nouveau Bronze "Elegant Lady" Sculpture by Georges Van der Straeten

Art Nouveau Bronze "Elegant Lady" Sculpture by Georges Van der Straeten

By Georges Van der Straeten

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Late 19th century bronze by Belgian sculptor Georges Van der Straeten (1856-1941) depicting a stylish young maiden standing with a hat on her hands. Signed Van der Straeten on base ,...

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Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Art Nouveau Bronze Lady, Marble Base 'The book Lady'
Art Nouveau Bronze Lady, Marble Base 'The book Lady'

Art Nouveau Bronze Lady, Marble Base 'The book Lady'

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fine detailed bronze casting of an elegant lady in full dress reading a book. Hence the title is (The book Lady) lost wax casting in multi-patina mounted on an absolute black marbl...

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1990s North American Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Art Nouveau Bust of a Lady, after Alfred Foretay Art Nouveau hard plaster bust
Art Nouveau Bust of a Lady, after Alfred Foretay Art Nouveau hard plaster bust

Art Nouveau Bust of a Lady, after Alfred Foretay Art Nouveau hard plaster bust

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Art Nouveau Bust of a Lady, after Alfred Foretay This is an Art Nouveau hard plaster Bust of a Lady after Alfred Jean Foretay (Swiss, 1861-1944), a very attractive 3 dimensional pie...

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Vintage 1940s Art Nouveau Busts

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Plaster

Large Art Nouveau Bronze Lady Bust Sculpture by Georges Van der Straeten, Paris
Large Art Nouveau Bronze Lady Bust Sculpture by Georges Van der Straeten, Paris

Large Art Nouveau Bronze Lady Bust Sculpture by Georges Van der Straeten, Paris

By Georges Van der Straeten

Located in Lisse, NL

Finest workmanship bust with original and beautiful patina from an important Belgian sculptor 'George Van der Straeten.' This stunning bust depicts a beautiful young lady with a big...

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Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Art Nouveau Antique Lady Bronze 19th Century Large
Art Nouveau Antique Lady Bronze 19th Century Large

Art Nouveau Antique Lady Bronze 19th Century Large

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An original nouveau bronze signed and listed with Hors-Concours on the base. The artist had won Honors at the Paris show for this one. By the Artist (Augusta Paris) on the base. Grea...

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique Fire-Gilded Bronze Sculpture, Art Deco, Nouveau Dancing Lady "Bousquet"
Antique Fire-Gilded Bronze Sculpture, Art Deco, Nouveau Dancing Lady "Bousquet"

Antique Fire-Gilded Bronze Sculpture, Art Deco, Nouveau Dancing Lady "Bousquet"

Located in Berlin, DE

Enchanting and decorative antique bronze sculpture. Antique fire-gilded bronze sculpture. Art Deco, Nouveau dancing lady.

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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Mid Century Modern/Art Nouveau , Bronze , pair , Lady Figurines
Mid Century Modern/Art Nouveau , Bronze , pair , Lady Figurines

Mid Century Modern/Art Nouveau , Bronze , pair , Lady Figurines

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Highly detailed lost wax Bronze castings made after the Original pieces as a pair of Elegant dressed Lady's all finished in multi-patinas and mounted on absolute Black marble bases ...

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1990s American Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze "Nouveau Lady" by Georges Van Der Straeten
Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze "Nouveau Lady" by Georges Van Der Straeten

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze "Nouveau Lady" by Georges Van Der Straeten

By Georges Van der Straeten

Located in London, GB

A delightful Art Nouveau Bronze figure of a young beauty scantily dressed with only a shawl draped across her body in a striking pose. The surface of the bronze with rich golden/brow...

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Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Vienna Bronze Art Nouveau Lady Bust Signet Antique, Austria, 1900s
Vienna Bronze Art Nouveau Lady Bust Signet Antique, Austria, 1900s

Vienna Bronze Art Nouveau Lady Bust Signet Antique, Austria, 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic early 20th century Austrian signet, Engraved with AK initials. Nice addition to your desktop or just for your collection of Austrian bronze miniatures. Found at an estate sal...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

French Art Nouveau Alabaster Bust of Young Lady, Marble Base, ca. 1900
French Art Nouveau Alabaster Bust of Young Lady, Marble Base, ca. 1900

French Art Nouveau Alabaster Bust of Young Lady, Marble Base, ca. 1900

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Nouveau Alabaster and Marble Bust of a Young Lady, France, ca. 1900 A beautiful French Art Nouveau sculpture dating from circa 1900, this elegant bust of a young lady is ...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster, Marble

Lady in Solid Italian Art Nouveau Marble with Column and Fountain 1910
Lady in Solid Italian Art Nouveau Marble with Column and Fountain 1910

Lady in Solid Italian Art Nouveau Marble with Column and Fountain 1910

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Lady in solid Italian Art Nouveau marble with column and fountain 1910 It has some cracks as shown in the photos

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Vintage 1910s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

19th Century, Art Nouveau Carved Marble Bust of A Lady - Signed Miller
19th Century, Art Nouveau Carved Marble Bust of A Lady - Signed Miller

19th Century, Art Nouveau Carved Marble Bust of A Lady - Signed Miller

Located in Atlanta, GA

Likely French, 19th century. An antique Art Nouveau era carved marble bust of a young lady. The marble presents very well and shows the true craftsmanship of the era. Signed to the ...

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Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Marble

Laurie Smith Art Noveau Marble Polychrome Bronze Nude Lady Sculpture
Laurie Smith Art Noveau Marble Polychrome Bronze Nude Lady Sculpture

Laurie Smith Art Noveau Marble Polychrome Bronze Nude Lady Sculpture

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare bronze nude sculpture on solid marble base signed Laurie Smith circa 1940's nice clean condition.

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20th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze "Bust of a Lady" by Ernest Barrias
Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze "Bust of a Lady" by Ernest Barrias

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze "Bust of a Lady" by Ernest Barrias

By Louis Ernest Barrias

Located in London, GB

A stunning late 19th Century French Art Nouveau bronze bust of a classically beautiful woman, wearing a low cut dress, raised on an integral base. This study with attractive rich bro...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

Large Plated Flying Lady Sculpture (Golden)
Large Plated Flying Lady Sculpture (Golden)

Large Plated Flying Lady Sculpture (Golden)

By Charles Sykes

Located in London, GB

Large Magnificent plated Flying Lady on Marble Base After the Rolls Royce Mascot In the Charles Sykes Manner Spirit of Ecstasy Very Striking

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Late 20th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

1900's Snake Charming Lady French Art Nouveau Fire-Gilt Bronze by a. Lefebvre
1900's Snake Charming Lady French Art Nouveau Fire-Gilt Bronze by a. Lefebvre

1900's Snake Charming Lady French Art Nouveau Fire-Gilt Bronze by a. Lefebvre

By Alfred Lefebvre

Located in Ulm, DE

Snake charmer Fire-gilt bronze by A. Lefebvre, signed with foundry stamp Original art nouveau, France around 1900 Dimensions: Height: 75 cm Diameter, base: 18 cm.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Gold Plate, Bronze

Monumental Spanish Bronze Lady Sculpture by Barbediene Fundition
Monumental Spanish Bronze Lady Sculpture by Barbediene Fundition

Monumental Spanish Bronze Lady Sculpture by Barbediene Fundition

Located in Miami, FL

A monumental bronze lady sculpture. A fine monumental of 19th century Spanish lady sculpture with mahogany base. Attributed to "Fundicion Barbediene" lost wax.

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Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

French Nouveau Bronze Bust On Marble Base of Lady Signed J. Garnier
French Nouveau Bronze Bust On Marble Base of Lady Signed J. Garnier

French Nouveau Bronze Bust On Marble Base of Lady Signed J. Garnier

By Jean Garnier

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions - H: 6 1/2in W: 3 1/4in D: 2 3/4in This French Nouveau Style Bronze Bust On Marble Base of Lady Signed J. Garnier is truly a lovely example of french decorative arts. If...

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Marble, Bronze

French Ceramic Sculpture of Lady Liberty with Early 20th Century Flower Holder
French Ceramic Sculpture of Lady Liberty with Early 20th Century Flower Holder

French Ceramic Sculpture of Lady Liberty with Early 20th Century Flower Holder

Located in Milano, MI

French ceramic figurine of a lady carrying flowers, made in the early 20th century. The figurine is in good condition, has some chipping due to ageing, detailed photos of which ha...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

French Art Nouveau Pewter Candlestick with a Lady Sculpture, 1920
French Art Nouveau Pewter Candlestick with a Lady Sculpture, 1920

French Art Nouveau Pewter Candlestick with a Lady Sculpture, 1920

Located in Barntrup, DE

French Art Nouveau style pewter candlestick with a sculpture of a lady, from circa 1920.

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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Candlesticks

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Pewter

19 Th century  Lady Bronze with mandolin, Signed
19 Th century  Lady Bronze with mandolin, Signed

19 Th century Lady Bronze with mandolin, Signed

By Paul Eugène Mengin 1

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A 19Th Century Large and impressive bronze with golden bronze patina of a girl holding a musical instrument .Signed P. Mengin 1853-1937. in very good condition. Made with a base that...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Wooden Carved Victorian Lady Wall Plaque, circa 1920
Wooden Carved Victorian Lady Wall Plaque, circa 1920

Wooden Carved Victorian Lady Wall Plaque, circa 1920

Located in Berghuelen, DE

A lovely wooden wall application depicting a Victorian lady with grapes and wine leaves in her hair. Handcarved circa 1920 in Germany. Measures: width: 5.71" (14.5cm) Height: 7.87" (...

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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

Dated 1880 Signed Ferville-Suan French Naturalistic Bronze of Lady with Hawk
Dated 1880 Signed Ferville-Suan French Naturalistic Bronze of Lady with Hawk

Dated 1880 Signed Ferville-Suan French Naturalistic Bronze of Lady with Hawk

By Charles Georges Ferville-Suan

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This magnificent 19th-century French bronze sculpture is signed by the renowned artist Louis-Félix Ferville-Suan (1847–1925) and dated 1880, representing a prime example of the natur...

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Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Bronze Sculptural Thermometer, Long Bodied Lady, Artist Signed and Dated 1911
Bronze Sculptural Thermometer, Long Bodied Lady, Artist Signed and Dated 1911

Bronze Sculptural Thermometer, Long Bodied Lady, Artist Signed and Dated 1911

Located in Petaluma, CA

It wasn't easy trying to title this bronze in one sentence. The first thing about it to my eye is the wonderful whimsy displayed. The fact that it's a thermometer just adds to the jo...

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Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Huge Bronze Sculpture Of Lady With Wheat Table Lamp By August Moreau
Huge Bronze Sculpture Of Lady With Wheat Table Lamp By August Moreau

Huge Bronze Sculpture Of Lady With Wheat Table Lamp By August Moreau

By August Moreau

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Bronze Sculpture Lamp by A.Moreau. It depicts a young peasant girl sculpture wearing a long robe, barefoot standing on small slope with flowers and holding some Lilies flow...

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Bronze

Charles Massé Gilt Bronze Sculpture of Naked Lady, Art Nouveau, France
Charles Massé Gilt Bronze Sculpture of Naked Lady, Art Nouveau, France

Charles Massé Gilt Bronze Sculpture of Naked Lady, Art Nouveau, France

Located in Encino, CA

Charles Massé (1855-1913) Gilt bronze sculpture depicting a naked lady, on a brown marble pedestal Art Nouveau period.   

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

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Large sculpture Statue Woman Girl Lady Bust 1900 Art Nouveau
Large sculpture Statue Woman Girl Lady Bust 1900 Art Nouveau

Large sculpture Statue Woman Girl Lady Bust 1900 Art Nouveau

Unavailable

H 20.48 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Large sculpture Statue Woman Girl Lady Bust 1900 Art Nouveau

By Emmanuel Villanis

Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR

Superb and rare polychrome plaster sculpture representing the bust of a young woman wearing a bow dress and a hat. The bust is signed on the side but the signature is difficult to re...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Plaster

Italian Art Nouveau Nude Lady Fountain Sculpture by Del Lungo
Italian Art Nouveau Nude Lady Fountain Sculpture by Del Lungo

Italian Art Nouveau Nude Lady Fountain Sculpture by Del Lungo

Located in Tulsa, OK

This is an absolutely wonderful Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture gazing into fountain Fountain (lamp) that lights up! It is signed to back, "Made Italy, Firenze, P. Del Lungo". It is ...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Art Nouveau Large Bronze Sculpture Female Lady Figure and Foliage Statue
Art Nouveau Large Bronze Sculpture Female Lady Figure and Foliage Statue

Art Nouveau Large Bronze Sculpture Female Lady Figure and Foliage Statue

Located in London, GB

A large reproduction patinated bronze sculpture of an Art Nouveau maiden/lady in flowing robes standing amongst foliage.

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Mid-20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Extra Large Silver Bronze Flying Lady Art Nouveau Statue Charles Sykes
Extra Large Silver Bronze Flying Lady Art Nouveau Statue Charles Sykes

Extra Large Silver Bronze Flying Lady Art Nouveau Statue Charles Sykes

Located in Potters Bar, Herts

Come view this gorgeous Flying Lady / Spirit Ecstacy in our Hertfordshire warehouse. Wonderful art nouveau style bronze casting of the famous Rolls Royce car statue by Charles Sykes...

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Vintage 1960s Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Large Art Nouveau Style Bronze Lady, 20th Century
Large Art Nouveau Style Bronze Lady, 20th Century

Large Art Nouveau Style Bronze Lady, 20th Century

Located in London, GB

A superb large Art Deco style bronze lady, 20th century. Depicting a woman holding a butterfly and dressed in traditional Art Nouveau clothing.

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20th Century French Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

RSK Art Nouveau Bust of an Elegant Lady
RSK Art Nouveau Bust of an Elegant Lady

RSK Art Nouveau Bust of an Elegant Lady

Unavailable

H 16 in W 15 in D 8 in

RSK Art Nouveau Bust of an Elegant Lady

By Reissner Stellmacher & Kessel

Located in Pasadena, CA

Art nouveau porcelain bust by Reissner, Stellmacher & Kessel depicting a lady dressed in lace and beaded frock. The high gloss glaze embellished with gilt flowers and beading contras...

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Antique 19th Century Austrian Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Sculpture “Bust of a Lady”
Sculpture “Bust of a Lady”

Sculpture “Bust of a Lady”

Unavailable

H 12.21 in W 12.21 in D 6.3 in

Sculpture “Bust of a Lady”

Located in Mönchengladbach, NW

Art Nouveau approx. 1900-10 Signed: Aug. Maillard Scuptor: Auguste Maillard, France, 1864-1944.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

Materials

Marble

Magnifique sculpture "Golden Lady" en bronze doré
Magnifique sculpture "Golden Lady" en bronze doré

Magnifique sculpture "Golden Lady" en bronze doré

Unavailable

H 18.9 in W 27.56 in D 16.54 in

Magnifique sculpture "Golden Lady" en bronze doré

By Jill Berelowitz

Located in CANNES, FR

Magnifique sculpture "Golden Lady" en bronze doré de Jill Berelowitz N°6/9

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2010s English Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

Murano Glass large Flamenco Lady Sculpture signed
Murano Glass large Flamenco Lady Sculpture signed

Murano Glass large Flamenco Lady Sculpture signed

Unavailable

H 16.93 in W 5.91 in D 6.7 in

Murano Glass large Flamenco Lady Sculpture signed

By Werther Toffoloni

Located in Grantham, GB

Beautiful Murano glass flamenco lady sculpture in blue, amber, white and clear signed by the artist Franco Giancarlo Toffolo; years 1960-1970. In excellent condition.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Bronze: Lady Drying Her Hair
Bronze: Lady Drying Her Hair

Bronze: Lady Drying Her Hair

Unavailable

H 34.5 in W 12.25 in D 11 in

Bronze: Lady Drying Her Hair

By E. Pegnot

Located in Bronx, NY

The artist, E. Pegnot has created an exceptional bronze sculpture of a partially robed woman after her bath. She stands stoically air drying her wet her. The sculptor has demonstrate...

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Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Sculptures

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Bronze

Terracotta Buste of a Lady, England circa 1910
Terracotta Buste of a Lady, England circa 1910

Terracotta Buste of a Lady, England circa 1910

Unavailable

H 18.71 in W 10.24 in D 8.08 in

Terracotta Buste of a Lady, England circa 1910

Located in Knutsford, GB

An early 20th century sculpted terracotta bust of a lady. The rear indistinctly signed, possibly for Josep Reyes. The sitter with adorned coiffure, her head turned gently , her sh...

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Vintage 1910s European Art Nouveau Busts

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Terracotta

'Lady in Lace' Marble Bust by Anton Nelson, circa 1895
'Lady in Lace' Marble Bust by Anton Nelson, circa 1895

'Lady in Lace' Marble Bust by Anton Nelson, circa 1895

Unavailable

H 12.63 in W 13.63 in D 7.25 in

'Lady in Lace' Marble Bust by Anton Nelson, circa 1895

By Anton Nelson

Located in Charlevoix, MI

A wonderful bust of a young lady with a lace cap, her eyes cast demurely downward. Very little is known of the European sculptor Anton Nelson, presumably due to his very short life (...

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Antique 1890s European Art Nouveau Busts

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Marble

Early 20th Century Orientalist Painted Plaster Bust of a Lady
Early 20th Century Orientalist Painted Plaster Bust of a Lady

Early 20th Century Orientalist Painted Plaster Bust of a Lady

Located in Fossano, IT

An early 20th century orientalist painted plaster bust of a lady holding a vase.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Plaster

Early 20th Century Cold Painted Bronze Figure of an Arab Lady
Early 20th Century Cold Painted Bronze Figure of an Arab Lady

Early 20th Century Cold Painted Bronze Figure of an Arab Lady

By Bergmann Foundry

Located in London, GB

A cold painted bronze figure of an eastern lady serving coffee most probably Bergman work shop.

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Antique 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Art Nouveau Lady with Stars
Art Nouveau Lady with Stars

Art Nouveau Lady with Stars

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Art Nouveau ceramic tile, circa 1900. Designed by Carl Sigmund Luber (1896-1934), Germany. Manufactured by Johann von Schwarz, Nuremberg. Stoneware, glazed. Fine condition. 5 X 14.5...

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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Art Nouveau bronze sculpture lady with poppies signed by Adolpho Cipriani
Art Nouveau bronze sculpture lady with poppies signed by Adolpho Cipriani

Art Nouveau bronze sculpture lady with poppies signed by Adolpho Cipriani

By Adolfo Cipriani

Located in Antwerp, BE

Art Nouveau bronze sculpture lady with poppies signed by Adolpho Cipriani Patinated bronze on a green marble base.

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture Lady Sarah Bernhardt Harald Sorensen Ringi, 1899
Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture Lady Sarah Bernhardt Harald Sorensen Ringi, 1899

Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture Lady Sarah Bernhardt Harald Sorensen Ringi, 1899

By Harald Sorensen-Ringi

Located in Antwerp, BE

Fine Art Nouveau bronze sculpture of a Sarah Bernhardt, standing lady in a long dress by the artist Harald Sorensen Ringi.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique French Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture of Dancing Lady 19th Century
Antique French Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture of Dancing Lady 19th Century

Antique French Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture of Dancing Lady 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique French Art Nouveau snow-white and red alabaster sculpture of a graceful dancing lady in classical dress, circa 1890 in date.

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

French Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture Dancing Lady on Pedestal, 19th Century
French Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture Dancing Lady on Pedestal, 19th Century

French Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture Dancing Lady on Pedestal, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique French Art Nouveau snow-white and red alabaster sculpture of a graceful dancing lady in classical dress on a striking Verde Antico marble pedestal, circa 1...

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster, Marble

Art Nouveau bronze sculpture lady with panther by Joseph Humplik, Austria 1910
Art Nouveau bronze sculpture lady with panther by Joseph Humplik, Austria 1910

Art Nouveau bronze sculpture lady with panther by Joseph Humplik, Austria 1910

By Josef Humplik

Located in Antwerp, BE

Art Nouveau bronze sculpture lady with panther by Joseph Humplik AR Foundry Arthur Rubinstein, Vienna.

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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture Standing Lady with Jewelry Casket E. Villanis 1900
Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture Standing Lady with Jewelry Casket E. Villanis 1900

Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture Standing Lady with Jewelry Casket E. Villanis 1900

By Emmanuel Villanis

Located in Antwerp, BE

Art Nouveau bronze sculpture of a semi nude lady holding a jewelry casket by Emmanuel Villanis. impressive size.

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Bust of a Young French Lady
Bust of a Young French Lady

Bust of a Young French Lady

Located in Saint Augustine, FL

An original unsigned carved alabaster bust supported by a carved base. A young lady with a bonnet, Paris School, France, c. 1880-90. Some light handling wear, wear consistent with ag...

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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Alabaster

Art Nouveau Lady Antique Bronze A.Gaudez
Art Nouveau Lady Antique Bronze A.Gaudez

Art Nouveau Lady Antique Bronze A.Gaudez

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Lady figure standing on a sphere with animals around it. Her arm is up in a graceful pose on one foot. Original around 1890,s and has a plaque on the base showing Gold Medal winner...

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Antique 1890s European Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Sculpture entitled "Art Nouveau Lady"
Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Sculpture entitled "Art Nouveau Lady"

Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Sculpture entitled "Art Nouveau Lady"

Located in London, GB

A delightful Art Nouveau early 20th Century gilt bronze figure of a very beautiful lady, her diaphonous clothing seductively draped over her body.

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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Sculpture of a Lady by Laporte-Blairsy, 1905
French Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Sculpture of a Lady by Laporte-Blairsy, 1905

French Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Sculpture of a Lady by Laporte-Blairsy, 1905

By Leo Laporte-Blairsy

Located in Antwerp, BE

Description: 
An Art Nouveau gilt bronze of an elegant girl wearing a long dress. Artist: Leo Laporte Blairsy. Signature & Marks: 
Leo Laporte Blairsy.
 F. Barbedienne fondeur. ...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Lady Bronze Statue
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Lady Bronze Statue

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Lady Bronze Statue

Located in Pueblo, CO

Fabulous rare French Art Nouveau lady bronze holding torche light. This is a heavy large statement piece for your home or gallery. The Lalique frosted glass shade gives beautiful g...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

French Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze sculpture Bust of a lady by Leopold Savine 1905
French Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze sculpture Bust of a lady by Leopold Savine 1905

French Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze sculpture Bust of a lady by Leopold Savine 1905

By Léopold Savine

Located in Antwerp, BE

Art Nouveau bust of a woman wearing a dress with feathers of a peacock. By 
Leopold Savine. Signature/ Marks : 
L. Savine. 
Louchet. Style:
 Art Nouveau. Date:
 1905. Materi...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

Materials

Bronze

Beautiful Art Nouveau Style Bronze of a Lady Dancing
Beautiful Art Nouveau Style Bronze of a Lady Dancing

Beautiful Art Nouveau Style Bronze of a Lady Dancing

Located in London, GB

A charming and finely executed French Art Nouveau sculpture of a lady. This lovely sculpture features a bronze figure of a lady with beautiful ivorine upper body and feet.

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Late 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Early 20th Centruy Gilt Bronze Entitled "Art Nouveau Lady"
Early 20th Centruy Gilt Bronze Entitled "Art Nouveau Lady"

Early 20th Centruy Gilt Bronze Entitled "Art Nouveau Lady"

Located in London, GB

A delightful Art Nouveau early 20th Century gilt bronze figure of a very beautiful lady, her diaphonous clothing seductively draped over her body.

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Stunning Art Nouveau Bust of Young Lady by Jef Lambeaux
Stunning Art Nouveau Bust of Young Lady by Jef Lambeaux

Stunning Art Nouveau Bust of Young Lady by Jef Lambeaux

By Jef Lambeaux

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning alabaster Art Nouveau bust of young lady by Jef Lambeaux. Jef Lambeaux (Antwerp 1852 - Brussels 1908) was a famous and very talented Belgian sculptor born in Antwerp. He ...

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Antique 1890s Belgian Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

Art Nouveau Lady Lamp Stella Spelter Original Signed a Nelson
Art Nouveau Lady Lamp Stella Spelter Original Signed a Nelson

Art Nouveau Lady Lamp Stella Spelter Original Signed a Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A graceful lady in full dress with drapery above her head with the light inside. Milti-patina finish. Has a new marble base installed and re wired. Missing the clear plastic stars. M...

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Spelter

Art Nouveau Bronze Bust Lady with Crown Lucrece Emmanuel Villanis, 1898, France
Art Nouveau Bronze Bust Lady with Crown Lucrece Emmanuel Villanis, 1898, France

Art Nouveau Bronze Bust Lady with Crown Lucrece Emmanuel Villanis, 1898, France

By Emmanuel Villanis

Located in Antwerp, BE

Art Nouveau bronze sculpture, bust of a woman with crown, titled Lucrece by the French sculptor Emmanuel Villanis. Beautiful multi-color patina. Signed and with foundry marks, circa ...

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of a Shy Lady by Georges van der Straeten, France, 1900
Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of a Shy Lady by Georges van der Straeten, France, 1900

Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of a Shy Lady by Georges van der Straeten, France, 1900

By Georges Van der Straeten

Located in Antwerp, BE

Lovely, early Art Nouveau bronze bust called Acting coy, depicting a shy lady laughing behind het hands by Georges van der Straeten, signed and with foundry seal. Mounted on a marble...

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Vintage Marble and Bronze Seated Lady Sculpture
Vintage Marble and Bronze Seated Lady Sculpture

Vintage Marble and Bronze Seated Lady Sculpture

Located in Bronx, NY

This vintage early 20th century hand carved marble sculpture depicts a lovely young lady dressed in fashionable attire of the time. The artist, Giuseppi Gambogi, portrays his subject...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Porcelain Lady Sculpture by Rosenthal from the 1940s
Porcelain Lady Sculpture by Rosenthal from the 1940s

Porcelain Lady Sculpture by Rosenthal from the 1940s

By Rosenthal

Located in Milano, MI

Porcelain figurine of a lady, made by Rosenthal in the 1940s Ø cm 13 Ø cm 12 h cm 23 Rosenthal is a German company founded in 1879 in Bavaria. It produces porcelain and tableware. ...

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Vintage 1940s German Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Bronze Sculpture of a Lady by Leon Pillet, 1800
Bronze Sculpture of a Lady by Leon Pillet, 1800

Bronze Sculpture of a Lady by Leon Pillet, 1800

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H 10.63 in W 12.6 in D 5.52 in

Bronze Sculpture of a Lady by Leon Pillet, 1800

By Leon Pillet

Located in Milano, MI

Bronze sculpture depicting a lady, made by Leon Pillet in the XIX Century. Excellent conditions.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Good Large Bust of a Roman Lady in the Pre-Raphealite Style
Good Large Bust of a Roman Lady in the Pre-Raphealite Style

Good Large Bust of a Roman Lady in the Pre-Raphealite Style

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A good large bust of a Roman Lady in the Pre-Raphealite style This is a good quality bust, the young woman has a fey demeanour and long, thick, wavy hair which is tied back falli...

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Sculptures and Carvings

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Plaster

Bronze Sculpture of a Lady by Paolo Troubetskoy, Early Twentieth Century
Bronze Sculpture of a Lady by Paolo Troubetskoy, Early Twentieth Century

Bronze Sculpture of a Lady by Paolo Troubetskoy, Early Twentieth Century

By Prince Paul Troubetzkoy

Located in Milano, MI

Bronze statue of a lady created by Paolo Troubetskoy (Intra 1866 - Pallanza 1938) in the early 20th century Ø 14 cm Ø 12 cm h 44 cm

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Vintage 1910s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique Art Nouveau Pair of Ladies, Spelter, Dk Bronze Color, Marble Base a Pair
Antique Art Nouveau Pair of Ladies, Spelter, Dk Bronze Color, Marble Base a Pair

Antique Art Nouveau Pair of Ladies, Spelter, Dk Bronze Color, Marble Base a Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A pair of lady sculptures, Art Nouveau, circa 1900 cast in spelter and restored finish.

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Spelter

Early 20th Century Lady Justice Bronze
Early 20th Century Lady Justice Bronze

Early 20th Century Lady Justice Bronze

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H 75 in W 14 in D 14 in

Early 20th Century Lady Justice Bronze

Located in Pueblo, CO

French bronze lady justice sculpture in perfect condition with beautiful detail, on a round metal clad 1.5" base that has some peeling (see photo), set on an impressive wood Victoria...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Bronze Antique Elegant Lady Reading a Book, Late 1890s
Bronze Antique Elegant Lady Reading a Book, Late 1890s

Bronze Antique Elegant Lady Reading a Book, Late 1890s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Graceful lady holding a book. Great Patina finish, signed by the artist in (Art Nouveau design) has artist signature on the base plate (Deve'che) from circa 1890s. Held in a private ...

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Antique 1890s European Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Carved Marble Bust of a Lady with Moon and Stars
Carved Marble Bust of a Lady with Moon and Stars

Carved Marble Bust of a Lady with Moon and Stars

Located in New York, NY

White marble bust of woman with shooting stars, Italy, 19th century. Dimension: 19 in. height (48.3cm).

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Antique 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Busts

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Marble

Bronze Lady Dancer by Poertzel Otto, Germany Made circa 1920-1925
Bronze Lady Dancer by Poertzel Otto, Germany Made circa 1920-1925

Bronze Lady Dancer by Poertzel Otto, Germany Made circa 1920-1925

By Otto Poertzel 1

Located in Vienna, AT

Exquisite antique tall Bronze Lady Dancer made by German manufactory in the Twenties. Hallmarked: Prof. Poertzel (signature well visible at round bronze base). It is the German ...

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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Ceramic Statue of a Lady with Iridescent Details by Tiziano Galli from the 1950s
Ceramic Statue of a Lady with Iridescent Details by Tiziano Galli from the 1950s

Ceramic Statue of a Lady with Iridescent Details by Tiziano Galli from the 1950s

By Tiziano Galli

Located in Milano, MI

Italian ceramic sculpture of a lady with flowered dress, made by Tiziano Galli in the 1950s. The pleats of the skirt have been made in iridescence. Ø 24 cm Ø 27 cm h 30 cm

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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Lladro Figurine Jockey with Lass #5036 Race Horse Derby Day Lady w/Parasol 1979
Lladro Figurine Jockey with Lass #5036 Race Horse Derby Day Lady w/Parasol 1979

Lladro Figurine Jockey with Lass #5036 Race Horse Derby Day Lady w/Parasol 1979

By Lladro

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Lladro Figurine Jockey with Lass #5036 Race Horse Derby Day Lady w/ Parasol 1979. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 17.5" H x 15" W x 7.5" D.

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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Carved Alabaster Lady Seated in a Bronze Chair, Artist Signed, Italian, ca. 1900
Carved Alabaster Lady Seated in a Bronze Chair, Artist Signed, Italian, ca. 1900

Carved Alabaster Lady Seated in a Bronze Chair, Artist Signed, Italian, ca. 1900

By Antonio Frilli

Located in Petaluma, CA

This most impressive example of what an artist can do with 2 mediums, is all here. The young lady is delicately hand carved in alabaster and showing off the artist's ability to creat...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Onyx, Alabaster, Bronze

Lady Sculpture Antique Art Nouveau
Lady Sculpture Antique Art Nouveau

Lady Sculpture Antique Art Nouveau

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An graceful lady on one foot, signed by Artist A. Gaudez who won a Gold medal for this piece circa 1890s exhibition in Paris. Base is well marked with his signature and the title Eto...

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Antique 1890s European Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

French Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of Lady
French Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of Lady

French Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of Lady

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H 22 in W 16 in D 8 in

French Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of Lady

By Henri Godet

Located in Queens, NY

French Art Nouveau bronze bust of lady coming out of gilt floral design base (signed H. GODET, Med d'or).   

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

Italian Art Nouveau Period Carved Alabaster Figurative Sculpture of a Nude Lady
Italian Art Nouveau Period Carved Alabaster Figurative Sculpture of a Nude Lady

Italian Art Nouveau Period Carved Alabaster Figurative Sculpture of a Nude Lady

Located in Firenze, IT

The opalescence of the alabaster and the crouching pose of the young nude lady give even more elegance to this Italian early 20th century Art Nouveau period hand-carved sculpture sta...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Alabaster

Lady Bust. Marble. After Art Nouveau Models
Lady Bust. Marble. After Art Nouveau Models

Lady Bust. Marble. After Art Nouveau Models

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H 22.45 in W 14.97 in D 6.7 in

Lady Bust. Marble. After Art Nouveau Models

Located in Madrid, ES

The bust shows a clear influence of models of Art Nouveau style or Modernism, very popular towards principles of century XX characterized by the preference of the feminine theme, the...

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20th Century European Art Nouveau Busts

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Marble

Hand Carved Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture of a Striking & Serene Young Lady
Hand Carved Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture of a Striking & Serene Young Lady

Hand Carved Art Nouveau Alabaster Sculpture of a Striking & Serene Young Lady

Located in Lisse, NL

If you like this stylish Art Nouveau sculpture as much as we do then you will love our price.

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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Busts

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Alabaster

19thC. Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture of Lady on Red Marble Base, Probably French
19thC. Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture of Lady on Red Marble Base, Probably French

19thC. Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture of Lady on Red Marble Base, Probably French

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a solid bronze figurine sculpture of a seated lady on a good red marble base, in the art-nouveau style and dating to the 19th century, probably by a French or Austrian maker....

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Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Lady Bust, Marble, after circa 1900 Models from French Art Nouveau
Lady Bust, Marble, after circa 1900 Models from French Art Nouveau

Lady Bust, Marble, after circa 1900 Models from French Art Nouveau

Located in Madrid, ES

On the chest and on the base have been located leaves and clusters of grapes. In the area of clothing and hair, attention to detail and the predominance of curved forms are seen. The...

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20th Century European Art Nouveau Busts

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Marble

Art Nouveau Bronze Lady on Marble Base by Miguel Fernando Lopez 'Milo'
Art Nouveau Bronze Lady on Marble Base by Miguel Fernando Lopez 'Milo'

Art Nouveau Bronze Lady on Marble Base by Miguel Fernando Lopez 'Milo'

By Miguel Fernando Lopez 1

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

Art Nouveau bronze lady on marble base by Miguel Fernando Lopez (Milo), Portuguese, born 1955.

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Late 20th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

End of 19th Century Art Nouveau Lady or Girl Bust, 1890s, Germany
End of 19th Century Art Nouveau Lady or Girl Bust, 1890s, Germany

End of 19th Century Art Nouveau Lady or Girl Bust, 1890s, Germany

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautiful Art Nouveau plaster lady or girl bust. Signed on the backside and Numbered. A nice addition in every living room or just to display in your collection. Found at an estate s...

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Antique 1890s Italian Art Nouveau Busts

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Plaster

Stylish Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of Young Lady by H.R.Jacobs, 1900s
Stylish Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of Young Lady by H.R.Jacobs, 1900s

Stylish Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of Young Lady by H.R.Jacobs, 1900s

By H.R. Jacobs

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stylish Art Nouveau bronze bust of young lady by H.R.Jacobs, 1900s. Marked with H.R.Jacobs and H.Luppens & Cie Editeurs. In good original condition with minor wear consistent with ...

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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Busts

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Bronze

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Art Nouveau Lady Sculpture For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of art nouveau lady sculpture available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and stone, every item from our selection of art nouveau lady sculpture was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of art nouveau lady sculpture — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right object in our assortment of art nouveau lady sculpture, those designed in Art Nouveau styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of art nouveau lady sculpture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Georges Van der Straeten, Anton Nelson and Antonio Frilli produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Art Nouveau Lady Sculpture?

A piece of art nouveau lady sculpture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,600, while the lowest priced sells for $490 and the highest can go for as much as $24,000.

A Close Look at Art-nouveau Furniture

In its sinuous lines and flamboyant curves inspired by the natural world, antique Art Nouveau furniture reflects a desire for freedom from the stuffy social and artistic strictures of the Victorian era. The Art Nouveau movement developed in the decorative arts in France and Britain in the early 1880s and quickly became a dominant aesthetic style in Western Europe and the United States.

ORIGINS OF ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Sinuous, organic and flowing lines
  • Forms that mimic flowers and plant life
  • Decorative inlays and ornate carvings of natural-world motifs such as insects and animals 
  • Use of hardwoods such as oak, mahogany and rosewood

ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ANTIQUE ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

Art Nouveau — which spanned furniture, architecture, jewelry and graphic design — can be easily identified by its lush, flowing forms suggested by flowers and plants, as well as the lissome tendrils of sea life. Although Art Deco and Art Nouveau were both in the forefront of turn-of-the-20th-century design, they are very different styles — Art Deco is marked by bold, geometric shapes while Art Nouveau incorporates dreamlike, floral motifs. The latter’s signature motif is the "whiplash" curve — a deep, narrow, dynamic parabola that appears as an element in everything from chair arms to cabinetry and mirror frames.

The visual vocabulary of Art Nouveau was particularly influenced by the soft colors and abstract images of nature seen in Japanese art prints, which arrived in large numbers in the West after open trade was forced upon Japan in the 1860s. Impressionist artists were moved by the artistic tradition of Japanese woodblock printmaking, and Japonisme — a term used to describe the appetite for Japanese art and culture in Europe at the time — greatly informed Art Nouveau. 

The Art Nouveau style quickly reached a wide audience in Europe via advertising posters, book covers, illustrations and other work by such artists as Aubrey Beardsley, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Alphonse Mucha. While all Art Nouveau designs share common formal elements, different countries and regions produced their own variants.

In Scotland, the architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh developed a singular, restrained look based on scale rather than ornament; a style best known from his narrow chairs with exceedingly tall backs, designed for Glasgow tea rooms. Meanwhile in France, Hector Guimard — whose iconic 1896 entry arches for the Paris Metro are still in use — and Louis Majorelle produced chairs, desks, bed frames and cabinets with sweeping lines and rich veneers. 

The Art Nouveau movement was known as Jugendstil ("Youth Style") in Germany, and in Austria the designers of the Vienna Secession group — notably Koloman Moser, Josef Hoffmann and Joseph Maria Olbrich — produced a relatively austere iteration of the Art Nouveau style, which mixed curving and geometric elements.

Art Nouveau revitalized all of the applied arts. Ceramists such as Ernest Chaplet and Edmond Lachenal created new forms covered in novel and rediscovered glazes that produced thick, foam-like finishes. Bold vases, bowls and lighting designs in acid-etched and marquetry cameo glass by Émile Gallé and the Daum Freres appeared in France, while in New York the glass workshop-cum-laboratory of Louis Comfort Tiffany — the core of what eventually became a multimedia decorative-arts manufactory called Tiffany Studios — brought out buoyant pieces in opalescent favrile glass. 

Jewelry design was revolutionized, as settings, for the first time, were emphasized as much as, or more than, gemstones. A favorite Art Nouveau jewelry motif was insects (think of Tiffany, in his famed Dragonflies glass lampshade).

Like a mayfly, Art Nouveau was short-lived. The sensuous, languorous style fell out of favor early in the 20th century, deemed perhaps too light and insubstantial for European tastes in the aftermath of World War I. But as the designs on 1stDibs demonstrate, Art Nouveau retains its power to fascinate and seduce.

There are ways to tastefully integrate a touch of Art Nouveau into even the most modern interior — browse an extraordinary collection of original antique Art Nouveau furniture on 1stDibs, which includes decorative objects, seating, tables, garden elements and more.

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.