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Statues in Decor

By Anita 9 Comments

Do you know what one of the biggest secrets is to getting a home to look  fabulous?  Good stuff!!

Well I know it seems obvious,  but still we buy things that are on sale because they are a steal, then decide later on, that we really don’t like them. At some point, we end up putting that stuff in the closet or giving it away. I know all about that because I was brought up to be a bargain shopper. I love a good deal, and have bought many an item over the years just because it was a great deal. Those things have almost all been given away. Why? Because I only bought the stuff because it was a good deal, not because they were ‘must have’ items.

french-statues

The stuff that I really loved, but was maybe a bit pricey, those things I still have!  Which brings me to our topic today, statues!  These are not going to be the cheapest things you buy, but they are fascinating, and add so much glamour to a room.  The couple above are French from the 1800’s.  The lady represents navigation, and the man, locomotion.

The statue below is super cool too.

French table by iron stairs

 

Her sculptor appears to be Emil Fuchs, 1886-1929. She is bronze.  I found her at an antique mall. Well technically my mom found her and bought her. Why is she in my house? She weighed too much for my mom to carry her home on the plane. So the next time I go visit my mom, she is going bye bye.  That will be a sad day!

 

bronze-statue

Here is what it looks like on the back. That’s an “H” not a “K”. I only mention that because it looks like it could go either way, and this is a ‘G’ rated blog.

fuchs-sculpture

 

A more modern sculpture, this Austin clay sculpture was made in the 1980’s.  I love the form of a ballerina, so this one is so beautiful to me. I bought this one new at a department store in the 1980’s.

ballerina

 

Here is the close up of the navigation sculpture; I found her also at an antique mall.

lady-statue

 

Monsieur Locomotion is holding a stick that has broken off. Didn’t they know that would happen?  Poor design if you ask me! He is standing on a little locomotive. I bought him together with Madame Navigation.

scuplture-of-a-man

Then I have my huntress statue. I think she is made from plaster.

 

To the best of my knowledge this statue also was made in the 1800’s.  I found her at a consignment store.

huntress statue

 

This last statue is a fairly new inexpensive one. I am not sure where she is now, which means I probably gave her away when I moved.  As you can see she is really cute, but not as interesting, in my opinion, as the older ones. This one I found at a discount store.

 

totes

If you like these statues, check out antique malls, resale shops, and eBay.

And remember it isn’t a bargain if you are only buying something because it is on sale.

 

It’s Friday, so I’m sharing some of my friend’s blogs with you.

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Comments

  1. Peggy Thal says

    October 24, 2014 at 06:42

    Very pretty! We should all only buy items we love. I have loved most of mine but still many get packed away. We have moved so many times in the past and some things looked better in different homes. Plus, every woman I know wants a big bargain- it makes you feel great. If I could do it all over again I would be a select shopper.

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  2. Diana says

    October 24, 2014 at 06:44

    I enjoy statues and believe they add old world charm to your decor. I especially love fat cherubs with sweet faces.

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  3. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    October 24, 2014 at 08:01

    I so love your exquisite statues…they lend such elegance to any decor….Have a great weekend Anita!

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  4. Jayne says

    October 24, 2014 at 11:55

    I totally agree with you on buying something just because it is a bargain. It’s not a bargain if it ends up being a waste of money. Not that I spend a fortune on what I have. I love flea markets, yard sale and thrift stores! Some of my favorite things have come from them.

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  5. Peggy says

    October 24, 2014 at 15:42

    She didn’t make it to my house (the last statute)!

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  6. Pat says

    October 26, 2014 at 07:11

    Anita,
    I adore the statue your Mother purchased!!!
    I have “busts” and I love each one!!!
    I have truly become interested in Santos, as well!
    However, I am getting more selective in my ‘senior’ years!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  7. irene Peterson says

    October 26, 2014 at 15:05

    Several years ago when I sold “antiques”, I sold a statue that to this day I still adore. How
    I wish that I had it now!

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  8. Chelle says

    October 28, 2014 at 10:05

    I am loving these statues! I will definitely be on the lookout when I hit up the antique stores this weekend. Thanks for the inspiration.

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