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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Jade

Grand hippopotame

Dreams

Dante

Pink girl

Dutch boy with a hat

But A Dream That's Getting Cold (2)

But A Dream That's Getting Cold (1)

Ecce homo

Corail géant lumineux

Truka classique

Le Pascal

Rhino Danseur BM XL

Sab

Aileron

Jane

Magica Senna

Paz Amarilla

Rearing Horse

Orang Hutan : L’Homme de la Forêt

Orpheus alone.

Motherhood, a creative force of divine origin

Sleep

RedKiss

Feeder III

Arachne Metamorphosis

Kiss

Petite Femme Chiffonnèe (bronze)

Seeking Solace & Sharks in the Water. From the Behind Closed Doors Series

Herriet

Ombre

L'envol

Rise with the breeze

Artemis

Job is a Woman

Light breeze

L'adolescente debout

Woman with book

Ligne de force

Le Petit Secret

Élégance

Elle 4

Danseuse dorée

Tauromachie

Pavarti Rosée du bois

Pavarti Ambre Rouge

Adagio

Hera II

Adriana

Mélodie

Dans un rêve

Divine

Touch

Four sculptures. The In Light of Her Series. Porcelain

Six Sculptures From the Historic Jar Series

Silky dream

Duo de Muses 12-24

Les passants

Up

Two sculptures. The In Light of Her Series. Porcelain

Two sculptures. The Historic Jar Series

La chandelle posture de yoga Viparita Karanasana

Egèe assise h cm 140 (bronze)

Germinal (bronze)

Vestale debout d'après Volti (bronze)

Tänzerin (dancer)