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Nude sculpture is a longstanding art form that depicts the human body, often unclothed, but traditionally with elements of drapery covering certain areas. Unlike simple representations of nakedness, nude sculptures focus on the artistic study of human anatomy, proportions, and the ideals of beauty across different eras. While nude art was only recognized as a distinct genre in the 20th century, it has existed for thousands of years, with one of the earliest known examples being the Venus of Willendorf, created around 24,000 BCE. This prehistoric figurine, with its exaggerated features, is believed to symbolize fertility or an ancient standard of feminine beauty.

The tradition of nude sculpture emerged in ancient civilizations, particularly in Europe and the Middle East. Egyptian and Greco-Roman sculptures remain among the most influential works from early art history, with many displayed in major institutions like the Louvre Museum in Paris. Greek nude sculptures first appeared in the 6th century BCE, primarily depicting gods, heroes, and athletes in idealized forms. These marble statues emphasized proportion and symmetry, reflecting a strict canon of beauty that defined Greek art. The Romans later adopted and replicated these sculptures, using them mainly for decorative purposes.

With the rise of Christianity, nude sculpture largely disappeared from artistic production for centuries. It was not until the Italian Renaissance that artists revived the tradition, exploring the human form once again. Masters like Michelangelo, Bernini, and Benvenuto Cellini created some of the most celebrated sculptures in Western art, often using mythological and biblical subjects as a basis for their anatomical studies. Their works helped establish the artistic standards that dominated Western sculpture until the late 19th century.

The arrival of modern art marked a dramatic shift away from the classical representation of the nude. Sculptors like Auguste Rodin and Alberto Giacometti moved beyond realism, prioritizing expressive and symbolic interpretations of the human figure. Their work broke from traditional neoclassical ideals, paving the way for contemporary sculptors to experiment with new materials, forms, and concepts.

Today, nude sculpture continues to evolve, with artists reinterpreting the genre in innovative ways. To explore the latest trends, discover the works of contemporary sculptors such as Sylvie Berry, Jean-François Lemaire, and Cade, who bring fresh perspectives to this enduring artistic tradition.

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Sculpture, Elévation, Sylvie Bourely

Elévation

Sylvie Bourely

Sculpture - 40 x 19 x 24 cm Sculpture - 15.7 x 7.5 x 9.4 inch

$14,236

Sculpture, The road, Spas Kirichev

The road

Spas Kirichev

Sculpture - 42 x 33 x 15 cm Sculpture - 16.5 x 13 x 5.9 inch

$3,322

Sculpture, Nous deux, Fanjol

Nous deux

Fanjol

Sculpture - 29 x 16 x 10 cm Sculpture - 11.4 x 6.3 x 3.9 inch

$7,593

Sculpture, Universe, Irakli Tsuladze

Universe

Irakli Tsuladze

Sculpture - 33 x 50 x 44 cm Sculpture - 13 x 19.7 x 17.3 inch

$5,220

Sculpture, C'est la vie, Reno

C'est la vie

Reno

Sculpture - 53 x 37 x 23 cm Sculpture - 20.9 x 14.6 x 9.1 inch

$8,186

Sculpture, Tutti Due, Fernand Greco

Tutti Due

Fernand Greco

Sculpture - 51 x 23 x 2 cm Sculpture - 20.1 x 9.1 x 0.8 inch

$1,780

Sculpture, Solar Totem, Astian Rey

Solar Totem

Astian Rey

Sculpture - 93 x 17 x 14 cm Sculpture - 36.6 x 6.7 x 5.5 inch

$2,500

Sculpture, Musulmane, Arson

Musulmane

Arson

Sculpture - 70 x 40 x 20 cm Sculpture - 27.6 x 15.7 x 7.9 inch

$3,322

Sculpture, Esculmau 105 Rouge, Arson

Esculmau 105 Rouge

Arson

Sculpture - 102 x 32 x 17 cm Sculpture - 40.2 x 12.6 x 6.7 inch

$3,084

Sculpture, Fallen Angel, Gyp Mills

Fallen Angel

Gyp Mills

Sculpture - 43.2 x 63.5 x 22.9 cm Sculpture - 17 x 25 x 9 inch

$8,304

Sculpture, Alisia, Nimrod Messeg

Alisia

Nimrod Messeg

Sculpture - 200 x 74 x 32 cm Sculpture - 78.7 x 29.1 x 12.6 inch

$48,640

Sculpture, Love, Boris Tabacoff

Love

Boris Tabacoff

Sculpture - 15 x 15 x 15 cm Sculpture - 5.9 x 5.9 x 5.9 inch

$2,313

Sculpture, Genèse, Guillaume Roche

Genèse

Guillaume Roche

Sculpture - 215 x 36 x 25 cm Sculpture - 84.6 x 14.2 x 9.8 inch

$9,253

Sculpture, Fugues, Ferran Soriano

Fugues

Ferran Soriano

Sculpture - 69 x 50 x 25 cm Sculpture - 27.2 x 19.7 x 9.8 inch

$2,847

Sculpture, Icaro III, Amancio Gonzalez

Icaro III

Amancio Gonzalez

Sculpture - 45 x 34.6 x 48.5 cm Sculpture - 17.7 x 13.6 x 19.1 inch

$5,220

Sculpture, Icaro I, Amancio Gonzalez

Icaro I

Amancio Gonzalez

Sculpture - 69.5 x 65 x 31 cm Sculpture - 27.4 x 25.6 x 12.2 inch

$5,339

Sculpture, Argonauta, Amancio Gonzalez

Argonauta

Amancio Gonzalez

Sculpture - 46 x 48.7 x 25 cm Sculpture - 18.1 x 19.2 x 9.8 inch

$5,339

Sculpture, Liriope, Philippe Rude

Liriope

Philippe Rude

Sculpture - 35 x 40 x 20 cm Sculpture - 13.8 x 15.7 x 7.9 inch

$6,359

Sculpture, La danse de Matisse, PyB

La danse de Matisse

PyB

Sculpture - 19 x 28 x 6 cm Sculpture - 7.5 x 11 x 2.4 inch

$297

Sculpture, Girl Matisse, PyB

Girl Matisse

PyB

Sculpture - 25 x 24 x 6 cm Sculpture - 9.8 x 9.4 x 2.4 inch

$297

Sculpture, Gaia, Erik Ebeling

Gaia

Erik Ebeling

Sculpture - 53.5 x 18 x 13 cm Sculpture - 21.1 x 7.1 x 5.1 inch

$2,900

Sculpture, Pensive, Manuela Cordenos

Pensive

Manuela Cordenos

Sculpture - 25 x 29 x 18 cm Sculpture - 9.8 x 11.4 x 7.1 inch

$2,776

Sculpture, MKE, Aude Herlédan

MKE

Aude Herlédan

Sculpture - 45.5 x 33 x 20 cm Sculpture - 17.9 x 13 x 7.9 inch

$14,236

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Suki Da

Photography - 60 x 83 x 0.1 cm Photography - 23.6 x 32.7 x 0 inch

$1,922

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Valerio Adami

Painting - 97 x 130 x 2.5 cm Painting - 38.2 x 51.2 x 1 inch

$88,975

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$1,080

Need help with Nude Sculpture for Sale ?
What are the three main styles of sculpture?

The three main styles of sculpture are architectural, carvings, and reliefs. Carvings are sculptures created by carving into a material, and reliefs are sculptures where the sculpted components are bonded to a backing material. 

Why did Renaissance artists use nudity?

Renaissance artists frequently represented the nude body in their work due to influence from the classical sculptures created in ancient Greece. Artists studied in depth from live models, aiming to create realistic, dynamic and mostly idealized representations of the human body.

Who made the first female nude sculpture?

One of the first known examples of a sculpture representing a female nude figure is Aphrodite of Knidos, a sculpture of the goddess of love and beauty Aphrodite. The sculpture was made around the 4th century BC by renowned sculptor Praxiteles of Athens.  

What is the most famous female sculpture?
Perhaps the most famous female sculpture is the Venus de Milo, an ancient Greek masterpiece now on display at the Louvre. It embodies the ideal of feminine beauty and fascinates with its mystery and timeless elegance.
What are the three main types of sculptures?
The three main types of sculpture are sculpture in the round (three-dimensional work), bas-relief (forms slightly protruding from a background), and high-relief (forms very detached from the background). Each offers a unique visual experience.
Why are the statutes bare?
Statues are often depicted nude to celebrate the beauty of the human body and express ideals of perfection, strength, or purity. This nudity also allows artists to demonstrate their mastery of anatomy and explore the expression of emotions.