In 17th century Toulouse, there was an equally strong statuary tradition. The busts by Marc Arcis (Louis XIV) and Dugast (completed for the decorations in the Capitole of Toulouse), the grand baroque compositions by Gervais Drouet, who studied alongside Bernin in Rome, and the wax and terracotta reliefs by Ambroise Frédeau, the Augustin monk (painter and sculptor), all make occasional appearances in the museum's temporary exhibitions until a permanent position can be found for them.

Hence, we can honestly refer to a genuine golden age of sculpture in Toulouse in the 17th century, albeit in a political, social and religious context of radical reforms and upheavals. Further evidence of this golden age can be found in the remarkable Prophets by Marc Arcis, destined for the Notre-Dame du Mont-Carmel chapel, and commissioned by Vandages de Malapeire, and which are currently exhibited in the small cloister.

Likewise, 18th century sculpture is still all too rare in the current museum display. Nevertheless, kept in the collection is a beautiful ensemble of sculptures by the Lucas artists from Toulouse. This ensemble also awaits a permanent place among the exhibits. Also worthy of mention are works by Houdon, Pigalle, Lemoyne and Pajou (Saint Francis of Sales at prayer) which are already on permanent display.