Busts & Sculptures
Soviet busts, statuettes and wall plaques for desk or shelf, from Lenin figurines in silumin to copper repousse plaques. Original pieces from Ukraine.
Soviet busts and statues here
People who search for a Lenin bust usually find replicas. The pieces I list are Soviet-era souvenirs and desk decor: a Vladimir Lenin statue in silumin metal about 16 cm tall, a Lenin figurine of the young Volodya Ulyanov, a tiered desktop figure, and a Warrior Liberator Berlin monument figurine in plastic. Plaques are the other half of the category, including a Lenin bas-relief plaque, a plexiglass table souvenir, a set of two plaques with Stalin and Lenin, and copper plaques with a muse and an embossed sailing ship, made in the chekanka tradition.
These are small decorative objects, not large monuments, and the listings give the height and weight.
How to judge them
Silumin is a light aluminum-silicon alloy, so figures are not as heavy as they look. Check the base, seams and any chips in the finish. On copper repousse work, look for the hammered detail and signs of old polishing. Plexiglass souvenirs can show scratches and crazing.
I note maker marks and dates when they are present and I mention repairs or paint loss rather than hide them.
Pairing and display
A bust or plaque looks strongest next to a banner from flags and banners or a print from propaganda and political items. For more, see Soviet memorabilia. Free shipping from Ukraine applies.
Frequently asked questions
Are these full-size Lenin busts?
No, they are desk and shelf pieces. Height and weight are given in each listing, for example a silumin statue of about 16 cm.
What is silumin?
Silumin is a light aluminum-silicon casting alloy widely used for Soviet souvenirs and figures.
How long does delivery to the US take?
Orders ship from Ukraine and usually reach the US in 2-4 weeks; shipping is free, and any customs duties are paid by the buyer.