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Nude Sculpture for Sale

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, Pour Moi, Alain Mandon

Pour Moi

Alain Mandon

Sculpture - 64 x 33 x 14 cm Sculpture - 25.2 x 13 x 5.5 inch

$2,669

Sculpture, Elodie, Alain Mandon

Elodie

Alain Mandon

Sculpture - 64 x 33 x 14 cm Sculpture - 25.2 x 13 x 5.5 inch

$2,361

Sculpture, Tia, Valerie Marty

Tia

Valerie Marty

Sculpture - 78 x 15 x 15 cm Sculpture - 30.7 x 5.9 x 5.9 inch

$2,017

Sculpture, El Bolso, Valerie Marty

El Bolso

Valerie Marty

Sculpture - 53 x 15 x 15 cm Sculpture - 20.9 x 5.9 x 5.9 inch

$1,602

Sculpture, La Conversation, Etienne

La Conversation

Etienne

Sculpture - 25 x 15 x 14 cm Sculpture - 9.8 x 5.9 x 5.5 inch

$16,609

Sculpture, Venus de Milo, Arman

Venus de Milo

Arman

Sculpture - 52 x 20 x 15 cm Sculpture - 20.5 x 7.9 x 5.9 inch

$7,118

Sculpture, Teresa, Manuel Mediavilla

Teresa

Manuel Mediavilla

Sculpture - 46 x 20 x 20 cm Sculpture - 18.1 x 7.9 x 7.9 inch

$5,101

Sculpture, Songes, Nadine Desestreit

Songes

Nadine Desestreit

Sculpture - 28 x 35 x 16 cm Sculpture - 11 x 13.8 x 6.3 inch

$1,483

Sculpture, Céleste, Valerie Marty

Céleste

Valerie Marty

Sculpture - 55 x 28 x 10 cm Sculpture - 21.7 x 11 x 3.9 inch

$1,780

Sculpture, Torso, Rene Rikkelman

Torso

Rene Rikkelman

Sculpture - 50 x 30 x 26 cm Sculpture - 19.7 x 11.8 x 10.2 inch

$8,898

Sculpture, Double bench, Jesus Curia

Double bench

Jesus Curia

Sculpture - 17 x 51 x 31 cm Sculpture - 6.7 x 20.1 x 12.2 inch

$5,742

Sculpture, Arlequin IV, Jesus Curia

Arlequin IV

Jesus Curia

Sculpture - 48 x 15 x 15 cm Sculpture - 18.9 x 5.9 x 5.9 inch

$4,034

Sculpture, Jezebel, Emmanuel Okoro

Jezebel

Emmanuel Okoro

Sculpture - 48 x 20 x 20 cm Sculpture - 18.9 x 7.9 x 7.9 inch

$4,522

Sculpture, Full moon, Linde Ergo

Full moon

Linde Ergo

Sculpture - 190 x 164 x 43 cm Sculpture - 74.8 x 64.6 x 16.9 inch

$71,180

Sculpture, Full moon, Linde Ergo

Full moon

Linde Ergo

Sculpture - 70 x 80 x 15 cm Sculpture - 27.6 x 31.5 x 5.9 inch

$13,346

Sculpture, Cristal, Gary Sculpteur

Cristal

Gary Sculpteur

Sculpture - 15 x 29 x 12 cm Sculpture - 5.9 x 11.4 x 4.7 inch

$688

Sculpture, Cannelle, Gary Sculpteur

Cannelle

Gary Sculpteur

Sculpture - 20 x 29 x 30 cm Sculpture - 7.9 x 11.4 x 11.8 inch

$771

Sculpture, L'Inconnue, Alain Mandon

L'Inconnue

Alain Mandon

Sculpture - 57 x 33 x 12 cm Sculpture - 22.4 x 13 x 4.7 inch

$2,491

Sculpture, Sex live show, James Chiew

Sex live show

James Chiew

Sculpture - 25 x 40.5 x 25 cm Sculpture - 9.8 x 15.9 x 9.8 inch

$4,093

Sculpture, Lasse de poser, Reno

Lasse de poser

Reno

Sculpture - 32 x 20 x 22 cm Sculpture - 12.6 x 7.9 x 8.7 inch

$1,174

Sculpture, Vera Rose, Roland Masson

Vera Rose

Roland Masson

Sculpture - 45 x 10 x 10 cm Sculpture - 17.7 x 3.9 x 3.9 inch

$985

Sculpture, Toi, Alain Mandon

Toi

Alain Mandon

Sculpture - 67 x 30 x 14 cm Sculpture - 26.4 x 11.8 x 5.5 inch

$2,361

Sculpture, N°214, Mario Dilitz

N°214

Mario Dilitz

Sculpture - 96 x 98 x 38 cm Sculpture - 37.8 x 38.6 x 15 inch

$43,894

Sculpture, La Valse, Réjane LeChat

La Valse

Réjane LeChat

Sculpture - 51 x 14 x 14 cm Sculpture - 20.1 x 5.5 x 5.5 inch

$2,254

Sculpture, #25, Bruno Ouvier

#25

Bruno Ouvier

Sculpture - 41 x 42 x 18 cm Sculpture - 16.1 x 16.5 x 7.1 inch

$2,124

Sculpture, Pamela, Alain Mandon

Pamela

Alain Mandon

Sculpture - 64 x 33 x 18 cm Sculpture - 25.2 x 13 x 7.1 inch

$3,073

Sculpture, L'envol, Brigitte Dravet

L'envol

Brigitte Dravet

Sculpture - 40 x 35 x 15 cm Sculpture - 15.7 x 13.8 x 5.9 inch

$2,254

Sculpture, Sunken II, Pere Sala

Sunken II

Pere Sala

Sculpture - 57 x 50 x 20 cm Sculpture - 22.4 x 19.7 x 7.9 inch

$4,211

Sculpture, Anfitriona, Valerie Marty

Anfitriona

Valerie Marty

Sculpture - 128 x 20 x 20 cm Sculpture - 50.4 x 7.9 x 7.9 inch

$4,983

Sculpture, Cap d'Agde, Gary Sculpteur

Cap d'Agde

Gary Sculpteur

Sculpture - 16 x 12 x 14 cm Sculpture - 6.3 x 4.7 x 5.5 inch

$2,373

Sculpture, Théa, Alain Mandon

Théa

Alain Mandon

Sculpture - 54 x 28 x 17 cm Sculpture - 21.3 x 11 x 6.7 inch

$2,337

Sculpture, Tia, Valerie Marty

Tia

Valerie Marty

Sculpture - 128 x 20 x 20 cm Sculpture - 50.4 x 7.9 x 7.9 inch

$4,983

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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

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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.