4 Types of Sculptures for Home Decor

Getting sculptures for your home is investing in timeless pieces of art that breathe life into any space, imbuing it with personality and sophistication. Unlike other forms of art, sculptures create an immediate multi-dimensional presence that imposes itself, making you directly engage with the work from all sides. They are a testament to human beings' desire to reshape the world into something that will be appreciated by future generations. 

Your choice of sculptures for home decor is not only another piece of furniture, but is an invitation of the artist's ideals and creative energy into your living space. It can be a good financial investment too depending on its resale value in the art market. 

So this article will give you the best types of sculptures that are a perfect fit for your home.

4 SCULPTURES PERFECT FOR HOME DECOR

1. FREE STANDING SCULPTURE

Free-standing sculptures are art that is not held up by any wall or installation to remain upright. It is usually on a pedestal or base and is frequently seen as public art like model statues or metal structures. It can be made from various marbles, metals, woods or an assemblage of other materials. This is an ideal addition to your home since it isn’t necessary to install a stand, you can conveniently set it up as is. 

The most interesting pieces are one’s which you can directly interact with such as Ram Mallari Jr.’s Battle of the Nuts, a steampunk inspired chess table crafted from repurposed metals in factories. On the surface it seems to be another piece of furniture, but when considering the contrasting origins of chess and steampunk the work becomes a commentary on the paradox of individual and collective labor. 

2. MIXED MEDIA SCULPTURE

These are sculptures which are a combination of different materials and styles which give it a unique appearance compared to other types of sculptures. This is also a great choice of sculpture if you want it to be a centerpiece in a part of your home. 

Pieces such as these tend to make a statement, whether it is a simple or grand message. Richard Buxani’s sculpture Against All Odds, is an example of a grand statement about perseverance and facing hardships like a knight going into battle – weathered but triumphant.

3. CARVED SCULPTURE

Also called subtractive sculpture, these pieces are made from a base material like wood, marble or metal and the artists use tools like a chisel to carve or sandpaper to smoothen the surface of the material. These make for excellent sculptures for the home because of their little intricacies, quietly complimenting the atmosphere of your rooms.

Contemporary carved sculptures for the home are often compact enough to fit small spaces, this gives artists a challenge to craft meaningful details into their art like in Ayen Quias’ work Aerial Inheritance – representing the financial instability and uncertain futures of urban inequality in the Philippines.

4. CAST SCULPTURE

A method of sculpting where liquid material is poured into a mold made for a specific shape. Normally done with metals, wax, concrete, clay or resin. These types of sculptures can be mass produced as long as the mold is intact. A cast sculpture can be just the right addition to your home to be placed on your desk, dining table or living room. 

A metal sculpture such as Sam Penaso’s Infinityscape 888, which looks like a fluid metallic möbius strip. A reflection on how life's forces seem to always be moving to and away from itself.

SCULPTURES AS A LIVING PRESENCE

Sculptures serve as more than mere adornments, they embody narratives, evoke emotions, and spark conversations. Whether it's the commanding presence of a free-standing sculpture, the eclectic fusion of materials in a mixed media piece, the intricate craftsmanship of a carved sculpture, or the smooth elegance of a cast creation, each type adds a distinct flair to your home. 

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Come and browse Nami Art Gallery's catalog of sculptures all made by contemporary Filipino artists. 

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