What defines twentieth century sculpture?

Twentieth century sculpture encompasses cast metals, carved woods, and moulded plasters reflecting movements from Art Nouveau and Art Deco to folk art and early modernism. Pieces range from small cabinet bronzes and cold-painted animal figures to life-size portrait busts and architectural decorative objects.

How were cold-painted bronzes produced?

Foundries cast the bronze figures using traditional techniques before applying detailed polychrome paint by hand onto the cold metal surface. This intricate colouring technique was especially prominent in Austrian workshops during the early decades of the century.

Where do animalier bronzes originate?

Animalier sculpture developed primarily in France during the nineteenth century and continued into the twentieth through makers who specialised in realistic animal studies. Artists observed wildlife and domestic animals closely to capture accurate postures, muscle tension, and natural behaviours.

How should I display a wooden sculpture?

Wooden and carved figures require stable indoor environments away from direct sunlight and rapid humidity fluctuations to prevent wood movement. Place them on secure surfaces where their carved textures and natural grain can be appreciated from multiple angles.

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Twentieth century sculpture brings together figurative bronzes, carved wood figures and plaster models spanning diverse stylistic movements.

1900 - 1920

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Bronzed Plaster Portrait Relief

From Prometheus Antiques

£295

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Bronze Sculpture Diana Goddess Holding Bow & Arrow Signed R Henn

1900 - 1920

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Bronze Sculpture Diana Goddess Holding Bow & Arrow Signed R Henn

From Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd

£3,000

3+ MONTHS AGO

sculptures

Early 20th Century Animalier Bronze Study Entitled “Faisan Droit” by P J Mêne

19th century

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Early 20th Century Animalier Bronze Study Entitled “Faisan Droit” by P J Mêne

From Hickmet Fine Arts

£1,150

3+ MONTHS AGO

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A Bronze Statue by Feridah Francis Forbes ‘Taylor’

19th century

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A Bronze Statue by Feridah Francis Forbes ‘Taylor’

From Devonshire Antiques

£1,800

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Early 20th Century Folk Art Huntsman Figure

1900 - 1920

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Early 20th Century Folk Art Huntsman Figure

From The House of Antiques

£625

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Masterpiece: Surrealist Interior with Leaning Sculpture, Ca 1915 Similar Georgio De Chirico Unsigned Oil on Board

1900 - 1920

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Masterpiece: Surrealist Interior with Leaning Sculpture, Ca 1915 Similar Georgio De Chirico Unsigned Oil on Board

From Skippings Fine Arts

£1,560

3+ MONTHS AGO

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A Signed Delightful and Charming Bronze Figure of a Dog in a Begging Pose Signed P.de Soete

19th century

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A Signed Delightful and Charming Bronze Figure of a Dog in a Begging Pose Signed P.de Soete

From Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

£275

3+ MONTHS AGO

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American Cold Painted Bronze Study "Reclining Lady" by Jennings Brothers

1900 - 1920

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American Cold Painted Bronze Study "Reclining Lady" by Jennings Brothers

From Hickmet Fine Arts

£1,850

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Bronze "Putto Jug" by Georges Van De Voorde

1900 - 1920

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Bronze "Putto Jug" by Georges Van De Voorde

From Hickmet Fine Arts

£885

3+ MONTHS AGO

metal

1920 - 1940

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Owl Bird Scarer

From Nikki Page Antiques

£975

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Listings feature bronze, marble, wood, paint, metal, plaster, and patinated metal across Art Deco, Animalier, Folk Art, Art Nouveau, and Neoclassical styles.

1920 - 1940

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Bronze Nude by Gustav Adolf Daumiller

From Devonshire Antiques

£1,800

3+ MONTHS AGO

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1900 - 1920

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A Bronze Statue by Elizabeth Anna Clapp

From W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

£975

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Superb Chinese Antique (Early 20thc) Bronze of a Scholar

1900 - 1920

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Superb Chinese Antique (Early 20thc) Bronze of a Scholar

From Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

£195

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Jigger Doll

1900 - 1920

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Jigger Doll

From The House of Antiques

£785

3+ MONTHS AGO

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An Early 20th Century Life Size Decorated Pug

1900 - 1920

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An Early 20th Century Life Size Decorated Pug

From William Cook Antiques

£985

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Early 20th Century Spanish Figure Terracotta Planter

1900 - 1920

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Early 20th Century Spanish Figure Terracotta Planter

From Debenham Antiques Ltd

£2,750

3+ MONTHS AGO

ceramics

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Twentieth Century Sculpture

Bronzed Plaster Portrait Relief

Bronze Sculpture Diana Goddess Holding Bow & Arrow Signed R Henn

Early 20th Century Animalier Bronze Study Entitled “Faisan Droit” by P J Mêne

A Bronze Statue by Feridah Francis Forbes ‘Taylor’

Early 20th Century Folk Art Huntsman Figure

Masterpiece: Surrealist Interior with Leaning Sculpture, Ca 1915 Similar Georgio De Chirico Unsigned Oil on Board

A Signed Delightful and Charming Bronze Figure of a Dog in a Begging Pose Signed P.de Soete

American Cold Painted Bronze Study "Reclining Lady" by Jennings Brothers

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Bronze "Putto Jug" by Georges Van De Voorde

Owl Bird Scarer

Bronze Nude by Gustav Adolf Daumiller

A Bronze Statue by Elizabeth Anna Clapp

Superb Chinese Antique (Early 20thc) Bronze of a Scholar

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Jigger Doll

An Early 20th Century Life Size Decorated Pug

Early 20th Century Spanish Figure Terracotta Planter

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