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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, Duo Droit, Josepha

Duo Droit

Josepha

Sculpture - 38 x 11 x 10 cm Sculpture - 15 x 4.3 x 3.9 inch

$14,007

Sculpture, Anfitriona, Valerie Marty

Anfitriona

Valerie Marty

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

$5,007

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

$4,232

Sculpture, Race, Jesus Curia

Race

Jesus Curia

Sculpture - 55 x 50 x 25 cm Sculpture - 21.7 x 19.7 x 9.8 inch

$11,325

Sculpture, Seeking solace, Alex Hodge

Seeking solace

Alex Hodge

Sculpture - 24.1 x 15.2 x 0.6 cm Sculpture - 9.5 x 6 x 0.25 inch

$400

Sculpture, Chat calin, Josepha

Chat calin

Josepha

Sculpture - 51 x 35 x 15 cm Sculpture - 20.1 x 13.8 x 5.9 inch

$13,709

Sculpture, Memento vivere, Looki

Memento vivere

Looki

Sculpture - 105 x 50 x 18 cm Sculpture - 41.3 x 19.7 x 7.1 inch

$9,537

Sculpture, New Me, Emmanuel Okoro

New Me

Emmanuel Okoro

Sculpture - 94 x 16 x 20 cm Sculpture - 37 x 6.3 x 7.9 inch

$2,963

Sculpture, Fine, Gary Sculpteur

Fine

Gary Sculpteur

Sculpture - 15 x 21 x 20 cm Sculpture - 5.9 x 8.3 x 7.9 inch

$3,129

Sculpture, Détente, Gary Sculpteur

Détente

Gary Sculpteur

Sculpture - 18 x 34 x 13 cm Sculpture - 7.1 x 13.4 x 5.1 inch

$4,292

Sculpture, Juego I, Jesus Curia

Juego I

Jesus Curia

Sculpture - 40 x 30 x 20 cm Sculpture - 15.7 x 11.8 x 7.9 inch

$4,649

Sculpture, Perdedor, Jesus Curia

Perdedor

Jesus Curia

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

$4,053

Sculpture, Adam et Eve Gold, Imbue

Adam et Eve Gold

Imbue

Sculpture - 19.3 x 21.8 x 4 cm Sculpture - 7.6 x 8.6 x 1.6 inch

$834

Sculpture, Untitled, Guy Ghazanchyan

Untitled

Guy Ghazanchyan

Sculpture - 90 x 59 x 40 cm Sculpture - 35.4 x 23.2 x 15.7 inch

$9,060

Sculpture, Nigrum, Jesus Curia

Nigrum

Jesus Curia

Sculpture - 80 x 50 x 14 cm Sculpture - 31.5 x 19.7 x 5.5 inch

$7,749

Sculpture, Amazone 180, Daniel Perreu

Amazone 180

Daniel Perreu

Sculpture - 184.5 x 52.5 x 8 cm Sculpture - 72.6 x 20.7 x 3.1 inch

$13,113

Sculpture, Nymphs III, Emmanuel Okoro

Nymphs III

Emmanuel Okoro

Sculpture - 110 x 20 x 20 cm Sculpture - 43.3 x 7.9 x 7.9 inch

$3,387

Sculpture, Rose, Emmanuel Okoro

Rose

Emmanuel Okoro

Sculpture - 90 x 20 x 20 cm Sculpture - 35.4 x 7.9 x 7.9 inch

$5,644

Sculpture, Tres en uno, Jesus Curia

Tres en uno

Jesus Curia

Sculpture - 60 x 30 x 30 cm Sculpture - 23.6 x 11.8 x 11.8 inch

$5,841

Sculpture, Mes Chéris, Stratos

Mes Chéris

Stratos

Sculpture - 92 x 35 x 25 cm Sculpture - 36.2 x 13.8 x 9.8 inch

$10,610

Sculpture, 151, Mario Dilitz

151

Mario Dilitz

Sculpture - 92 x 48 x 40 cm Sculpture - 36.2 x 18.9 x 15.7 inch

$29,207

Sculpture, Ocean, Johannes Nielsen

Ocean

Johannes Nielsen

Sculpture - 115 x 27 x 27 cm Sculpture - 45.3 x 10.6 x 10.6 inch

$12,699

Sculpture, Stillness, Linde Ergo

Stillness

Linde Ergo

Sculpture - 40 x 35 x 30 cm Sculpture - 15.7 x 13.8 x 11.8 inch

$6,664

Sculpture, L'éveil, Brigitte Dravet

L'éveil

Brigitte Dravet

Sculpture - 45 x 23 x 15 cm Sculpture - 17.7 x 9.1 x 5.9 inch

$2,623

Sculpture, Hera, Ferran Soriano

Hera

Ferran Soriano

Sculpture - 105 x 40 x 35 cm Sculpture - 41.3 x 15.7 x 13.8 inch

$3,934

Sculpture, Siam, Deville-Chabrolle

Siam

Deville-Chabrolle

Sculpture - 71 x 17 x 15 cm Sculpture - 28 x 6.7 x 5.9 inch

$19,074

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Suki Da

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

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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.