figurative
Figurative art is a genre that represents the visible world through various artistic works, ranging from painting and figurative drawing to sculpture. This style, which includes human figures, landscapes, and everyday objects, is distinguished by its ability to render reality in recognizable forms, yet often interpreted uniquely by the artist. It contrasts with abstract art by focusing on direct, figurative representations of nature and the human figure.
Figurative drawing is one of the oldest and most popular practices in art. Whether created with pencil, ink, or color, it captures the nuances of the world around us. Figurative artists use paper as a medium to create finely detailed drawings, often depicting landscapes, portraits, or scenes of daily life. Artists like Pablo Picasso reinvented the genre by adding abstract elements to their works, blending the figurative and abstract into a single composition.
In the field of figurative sculpture, artists shape human or animal figures using materials like bronze, terracotta, or ceramics. These sculptures often take the form of life-sized statues but also include small bronze sculptures, clay figurines, or more contemporary mixed-media works. The work of famous sculptors like Jean Dubuffet and Edouard Manet helped redefine the boundaries of figurative art, particularly with expressive sculptures that approach the human form from an innovative perspective.
Figurative art isn't limited to museums and galleries. It finds its place in modern interiors, as wall décor or sculptural pieces. Figurative art in painting and sculpture offers a rich representation of colors and textures that move viewers with its realism and emotion. Whether through a figurative drawing, painting, or sculpture, this artistic genre continues to fascinate and captivate art lovers worldwide.
If you're passionate about figurative art, explore our extensive selection of works, including bronze sculptures, black-and-white drawings, and figurative paintings. Each piece is a window into a universe where the human figure, shapes, and landscapes merge to create timeless visual stories.
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Charles Émile Moïse Hornung
Fine Art Drawings - 64.5 x 51.5 x 0.3 cm Fine Art Drawings - 25.4 x 20.3 x 0.1 inch
$1,310
Jonathan Huxley
Fine Art Drawings - 20.5 x 24 x 2.5 cm Fine Art Drawings - 8.1 x 9.4 x 1 inch
$4,527
Andrea Biondetti
Fine Art Drawings - 15 x 24.5 x 0.3 cm Fine Art Drawings - 5.9 x 9.6 x 0.1 inch
$1,179
Jules Gaillepand
Fine Art Drawings - 50 x 32 x 0.5 cm Fine Art Drawings - 19.7 x 12.6 x 0.2 inch
$1,087
Catherine Bessin
Fine Art Drawings - 26 x 32 x 0.2 cm Fine Art Drawings - 10.2 x 12.6 x 0.1 inch
$367
Anders Fogelin
Fine Art Drawings - 99 x 141.5 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 39 x 55.7 x 0 inch
$3,426
Louis Rheiner
Fine Art Drawings - 55 x 46.5 x 0.3 cm Fine Art Drawings - 21.7 x 18.3 x 0.1 inch
$1,362
Edouard Eugène Vallet
Fine Art Drawings - 37 x 23 x 0.3 cm Fine Art Drawings - 14.6 x 9.1 x 0.1 inch
$1,284
Alberto Fremura
Fine Art Drawings - 49.2 x 34 x 0.2 cm Fine Art Drawings - 19.4 x 13.4 x 0.1 inch
$428
Jean Dreyfus-Stern
Fine Art Drawings - 37 x 32 x 0.2 cm Fine Art Drawings - 14.6 x 12.6 x 0.1 inch
$428
Julio Gonzalez
Fine Art Drawings - 7.2 x 6.8 x 0.02 cm Fine Art Drawings - 2.8 x 2.7 x 0 inch
$12,235
Antonio Mellone
Fine Art Drawings - 48.5 x 33.5 x 0.2 cm Fine Art Drawings - 19.1 x 13.2 x 0.1 inch
$489
Sarah Wiame-Peclard
Fine Art Drawings - 65 x 50 x 0.3 cm Fine Art Drawings - 25.6 x 19.7 x 0.1 inch
$2,386
John Kilduff
Fine Art Drawings - 29.5 x 41.9 x 0.3 cm Fine Art Drawings - 11.6 x 16.5 x 0.1 inch
$545
Tadeusz Kantor
Fine Art Drawings - 20 x 29.5 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings - 7.9 x 11.6 x 0 inch
$13,458
