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Antique Hand-Carved Double-Sided Springerle Cookie Mold / Religious Scenes
Located in Dallas, TX
A double-sided Springerle or shortbread cookie mold / press, different religious design each side, Adam and Eve with the serpent in the Garden and Jonah and the Whale, the main ph...
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Antique 19th Century German Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Northwest Coast/Native American TOTEM Pole, Tlingit, 19th Century
Located in Denver, CO
Likely a segment from a full TOTEM pole. It stands over 7 1/2 feet tall and is 20 inches wide and 16 deep. It has been outside and has a lovely weathered patina. Expertly carved a...
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Antique 19th Century American Native American Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Big Antique Japanese Zen Temple Chanting Drum Genuine Hand Carved Mokuygo
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japanese antique temple find from early Meiji period, 19th century! A large hand carved hand
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Pair of Hand-Painted "Birds Flowers" Raised Panel Doors, Persia
Located in South Burlington, VT
antique work of art to ensure its old age, authenticity and quality condition. Lifetime guarantee of
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Ultimate Antique Door Knocker, Happiness And Longevity - 150 Years Old
Located in South Burlington, VT
The ultimate jumbo 13" diameter antique door knocker, Circa 1860 ! Rare Japanese Find- Imperial
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Antique Japanese Painted and Gilded Temple Flowers in Bronze Vases
Located in Prahran, Victoria
A pair of exceptional Japanese bronze temple vases, each containing thirteen hand carved and realistically painted lotus leaves and flowers highlighted with gilding. Originating from...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Antique Tree Root Penis 1800s-1860s / Figurine Object Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a tree root in the shape of a very old Japanese penis. It is from the Edo period (1800s-1860s). Although details are unknown, it is believed to be a votive offering. There we...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Rare Antique Pair Temple Gilt Lotus Flower Bouquets, Edo Period 19thc
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions, a rare find Antique Original Japanese Pair (2) temple altar
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Antique 1840s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Fine Antique Japanese Red Black Andon "Moon" Hand Lamp 1880 Immediately Usable
Located in South Burlington, VT
preserved antique in good condition with its original bamboo wood handle, red and black lacquer frame and
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Qing Dynasty Hand-Carved Red Wooden Sign from 19th Century, China
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese 19th century hand-carved sign in red wood from the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912). This narrow
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Antique Samurai Wine Gourd "Hyotan" with Serving Cup, Edo Period
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions travels Rare find. Japanese large antique wine gourd
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Natural Fiber, Wood

Rare Antique Japanese Statue of Daikoku in Gilt Zushi, circa 18th Century
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Rare Japanese antique statue of Daikoku inside a black lacquer zushi with gilded interior, Edo
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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Gold Leaf

Japanese Antique Blue Stream With Iris Flowers And Ducks Two Panel Screen
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, an antique two panel byobu screen, in a convenient displayable wall size featuring a pair of
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Paper

Fine Antique Japan Red Lacquer Andon Floor Lamp, 1880 Immediately Usable, Round
Located in South Burlington, VT
mystery. It is a well preserved antique in good condition with its original bamboo wood handle, red
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Big Antique Japanese Zen Temple Chanting Bell Genuine Hand Carved Mokuygo
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japanese antique temple find from the Meiji period, 19th century A large hand carved hand
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Antique Wooden Buddha Statue / "Daikoku-Ten" Edo Period-Meiji, 1800s
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
We have an aesthetic sense peculiar to Japanese people. And we introduce the unique items that only we can do, the route of purchasing in Japan, the experience value so far, and the...
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese antique wooden Buddha statue "Ju-ou"/1603-1868/Edo/Northern Japan
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
the Edo period, there were many fires in temples, shrines, shrines, and halls. The wood used is wood
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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Monumental Antique Hand carved Hand Gilt KOI Fish Sign Kanban, 19c
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a superb hand made. hand carved, and hand gilded monumental antique gold gilt and lacquered
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Antique Samurai Bow, Quiver, Arrows, Complete Boxed Set, Rare Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our reecent Japanese Acquisitions Travels First we have seen Japanese complete antique
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Textile, Bamboo, Wood

19th C. Hand Carved Metal Sculpture Seated Buddhist Monk Statue Antiques LA CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
created by Buddha Monks . Antiques Los Angeles Dealer Beverly Hills CA Melrose Ave La Cienega West
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Native American Carved Spoon, Great Lakes, 19th Century, circa 1875-1900
By Native American Art
Located in Denver, CO
Antique 19th century Native American Great Lakes (Northeast/Woodlands) carved wooden spoon with a
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Antique 19th Century American Native American Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Antique Long Samurai Bow and Ten Arrows Meiji Period, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
A fine Japanese antique 32.5 inch long Samurai bow accompanied by a rack of ten feathered arrows
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Bamboo, Wood

Japanese Antique 86" Samurai Bow, Quiver, Ten Arrows, Meiji 19thc, Rare Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japanese hard to find antique Samurai matching set of a rare adult 86 inch long bow, 36 inch inlaid
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Bamboo, Wood

Japanese Antique Finely Cast Bronze Pair of Koi Signed, Mint and Boxed
Located in South Burlington, VT
color and both accompanied by their original signed kiri wood collector box tomobako. This was sourced
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Antique Black and Gold Lacquer Samurai Spear Yari Edo Rare Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisition Travels A Fine Japanese hard to find antique Samurai Spear
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Large European Antique Carved Painted Silver Gilt Religious Altar Niche
Located in Forney, TX
A large one-of-a-kind European antique hand carved polychrome painted silver-gilt religious altar
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Antique Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Sculptures and Carvings

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Glass, Wood, Pine, Paint

Unique Antique Hand-Carved Wooden Folk Art Box with Cats, Birds More Figures
Located in Lisse, NL
This antique folk-art box has an amazing look and feel. There is something about the shape and
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Antique 19th Century European Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Antique Big Red Jubako End Table Signed Hand Painted, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japanese decorative antique 19th century hand carved and hand painted red lacquer heavy wood jubako
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Old Unfinished Doll 1860s-1920s/Antique Folk Art Buddha Statue Figurine
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is an unfinished Japanese doll made of sawdust solidified on a core wrapped in paper. It seems to be an item from the Meiji era. (1860s-1920s) I think it is a wonderful object t...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese antique small wooden Buddha statue/“Uga-benzaiten”/Edo period/1603-1868
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a wooden Buddha statue made around the Edo period in Japan. I think the material is cedar for the base and cypress for the main body. It glows black due to years of soot. It ...
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Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japan Fine Antique Big Eared Hand Cast Bronze Rabbit, Signed, Mint Boxed
Located in South Burlington, VT
crouching rabbit usagi and it is accompanied by its original signed kiri wood collector box tomobako
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Swallow Nest Black Forest Catchall Holder Wall Mount Antique Folk Art 1890s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A lovely catchall made of hand carved wood, made in the black forest area in Germany. Found at an
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Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japan Antique Spiritual Zen Chanting Drum, One of a Kind with Striker
Located in South Burlington, VT
Association (NAJGA) specializing for ten years now in old and authentic Japanese antiques.
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Japanese Backpack Rare Vintage Relic Old Hardwood, Leather and Straw
Located in South Burlington, VT
The first vintage handmade Japanese backpack we have seen. Finely crafted wood framed backpack
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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Leather, Straw, Wood

Pair of Chinese Antique Carved Wooden Panels with Red, Brown and Golden Accents
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of Chinese antique carved wooden panels from the early 20th century, with red and brown
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Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Egyptian Revival 18 Karat Gold Wood Scarab Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful antique wood carving depicting a scarab in the front and ancient symbols in the back
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Antique 1880s Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Folk Art Hand Carved Figural Seated Lion Handled Cane or Walking Stick
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique Folk Art hand carved cane is unsigned, but believed to have originated from England in
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Antique Pair of Samurai Bow with Ten Arrows Meiji Period, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japanese antique pair of a fine Samurai bow accompanied by a rack of ten feathered arrows. The bow
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Bamboo, Wood

Antique Japanese Zushi mini shrine w/ Ebisu Daikoku figurines wabi sabi mingei
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Antique wooden Zushi (miniature shrine, the "house of the Gods") with 2 wooden figurines of Daikoku
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Early 20th Century Japanese Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Antique Pair of Noh Masks with Fine Details, Signed, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japanese antique wooden theater masks of Gigaku and Kawazu, an Oni, are superb examples of these characters
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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Antique "Double Bird" Hand Cast Shinto Temple Bell with Rope Handle
Located in South Burlington, VT
featuring a "Double Bird" motif and coming complete with an antique long and thick hand crafted pull rope
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Rare Antique Good Luck Cat Maneki-neko Sign, Hand Carved Hand Painted
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a rare Cat "Maneki Neko" antique shop sign kanban -a beautifully handmade, hand carved, and
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Germany Chip Hand Carved Wall Cupboard Cabinet Tramp Folk Art 1880s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
world, particularly in Germany. It is characterized by the use of small pieces of wood from cigar boxes
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Antique Late 19th Century German Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Mirror, Wood

Antique Hand Carved and Painted Hunter Figure Whip Holder or Hanger, 1900s
Located in Barntrup, DE
This adorable and masterfully hand carved and hand painted whip holder or hanger with chamois antlers features a figure of a hunter with a hunter's pipe and shotgun, Austria, 1900s. ...
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Playful Japanese Antique Solid Cast Bronze Big Ear Mouse Signed Mint and Boxed
Located in South Burlington, VT
attractive patina, signed bottom, Sotaro Saegusa A matching signed Japanese kiri wood collectors box
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Antique Japanese Chinese Glass Bonsai Tree Jade Green Quartz Gemstone Sculpture
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A wonderful, highly decorative, original Bonsai tree dating from the 1940s, which is both robust and delicate. Pieces of glass have been intricately carved to form realistic leaves, ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

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Crystal, Jade, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Wire

Japanese Huge Hand-Carved Wooden Bear with Salmon, Ainu People
Located in South Burlington, VT
authentic Japanese antiques including wood carvings, screens, garden ornaments, lanterns and water basins
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Pair of Thai Chofa Temple Spires from the 19th Century on Custom Stands
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large-sized pair of antique Chofa temple spires from Thailand, presented on custom wood bases
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Antique 19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

Early 20th Century Chinese Wooden Carved Dragon Turtle Sculpture
Located in Pomona, CA
This is a magnificent Chinese Antique Wood Carved Dragon Turtle Sculpture. It shows very detailed
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Old Signed Hand Carved Netsuke Lion Dog Shi Shi, Boxwood Gem
Located in South Burlington, VT
wood carvings, screens, garden ornaments, lanterns and water basins for many years. Our president
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

German Hand Carved Naïve Folk-Art Tree Trunk Bust, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
private collector of antiques. Age: 1920 Size approximate in inches: H 11” x W10” x D 8” Origin
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Vintage 1920s German Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Folk Art Carved and Painted Uncle Sam Sculpture, circa 1920
Located in Nantucket, MA
Antique Folk Art Uncle Sam figure, circa 1920, a carved and painted silhouette of Uncle Sam cut
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th century miniature tramp art chair model
Located in London, GB
answer. For multiple years we have sold antique items globally, please review our client feedback as a
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Antique Early 1900s American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Spanish Colonial Mexico Carved Painted Archangel Santo Religious Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A large vintage Spanish Colonial style Mexican religious folk art carved wood santo figure - bulto
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

Early 20C Mounted Duck Decoy Heads 1
Located in Dallas, TX
breeds of ducks and each has it’s original glass eyes. The antique Duck Heads are each quite valuable
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Sculptures and Carvings

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Glass, Wood

Carved and Painted Bust from French Indonesia
Located in Nantucket, MA
. Figure is old, but not antique. Condition is well weathered but strong and stable. Measures: 26 in H x
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Mid-20th Century Southeast Asian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Vintage American Folk Art Carved Painted Candlestick Statue Pair
Located in Forney, TX
two vintage American folk art candle sculptures. Primitive handmade slatted solid wood construction
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Paint

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Antique Wood Carvings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of antique wood carvings available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique wood carvings — often made from wood, metal and hardwood — can elevate any home. We have 1819 antique and vintage antique wood carvings in-stock, while there are 9 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of antique wood carvings available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Antique wood carvings bearing folk art or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique wood carvings are appealing in their simplicity, but Andrianna Shamaris, Black Forest and Native American Art produced popular antique wood carvings that are worth a look.

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Prices for antique wood carvings start at $29 and top out at $5,807,050 with the average selling for $2,614.
Questions About Antique Wood Carvings
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many methods and types of wood carving, including chip, relief, Scandinavian flat-plane, lovespoon, whittling and florentine. Each type uses different tools and can create decorative carvings on both display pieces and furniture. Browse a wide range of carved wood pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese wood carving is an art form in which artists produce intricate figurines and other objects by cutting and shaping blocks of zelkova, camphor or paulownia wood. In Japanese, the artwork is known as inami. Find a selection of Japanese wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese wood carving is a decorative object carved by hand by Chinese artisans out of local wood, such as nanmu, zitan, bomu or yinxing. This form of sculpture is sometimes called mudiao. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jepara wood carving is the intricate wood carving art that comes from the city of Jepara in Indonesia. Artisans typically work with teak wood to create beautiful carved detail and scenes in a piece of furniture. Shop a collection of Jepara wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Paete wood carving is a decorative wooden object produced by artisans in Paete, Philippines. In 2005, the village was officially dubbed the Woodcarving Capital of the Philippines due to the intricate sculptures and statues produced there. Shop a variety of wood art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify wood carvings, get a magnifying glass and inspect your items. Some artisans marked their carvings with symbols or signed them. Researching any markings found on your carving may allow you to identify the maker who produced it and potentially learn more about the piece from there. If you're unable to find a maker's mark, the best approach is likely to use the services of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The difference between carving and sculpture is that carving is a carved object, whereas sculpture is the art of shaping figures or designs — because sculpture can involve adding material (i.e., working with plaster, creating a mold to be cast in bronze), it is considered “additive” versus the “subtractive” act of carving.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, many different types of woods are used for carving. Some examples include albesia, crocodile wood, rain tree, hibiscus, jackfruit, teak, mahogany and sandalwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Balinese wood art, furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What carved wood art is called depends on the type of piece. Three-dimensional pieces created by hand-carving wood are whittlings, while carvings into a flat piece of wood are reliefs. Shop a collection of wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.