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19th century antique wooden Burmese Lotus Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
symbol of spiritual devotion. Antique wooden Burmese Lotus Buddha Material : wood 46 cm high 32,5 cm
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Special Antique Pair of Burmese Nat Statues from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: wood 49,5 cm high 35,5 cm wide and 17 cm deep Weight: 4.65 kgs Gilded with 24 krt
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

15-16th century Early antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Early antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue Material : wood 70,7 cm high 38,5 cm wide and 20,7 cm
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

American Rare Early Antique Pyrography Lidded Humidor Vessel, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
manor house offer suggestions. Carefully carved, crafted and incised , it has been painstakenly wood
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Antique 19th Century American Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Pine

Antique Asian Carved Wooden Triangular Fragment Depicting a Falling Figure
Located in Yonkers, NY
it on a base, hang it on a wall, or simply lean it against a surface, this antique Asian carving will
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Antique 19th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

18th century pair of antique wooden Burmese Monk statues - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The pair of antique wooden Burmese Monk statues is a remarkable and spiritually significant
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Antique 18th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

18th century antique wooden Burmese Shan Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
and religious heritage of the region. Antique wooden Burmese Shan Buddha Material : wood 66 cm high
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Antique 18th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Cigarette Cutter Bulldog, Rarity, "Kusch dich!", Curiosity
Located in Greven, DE
The cigarette cutter offered here is not only an antique, but also an absolute curiosity, which is
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Early 20th Century Unknown Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

17th century Special and Large Antique Wooden Garuda Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Special and large antique wooden Garuda statue Material : wood 100,5 cm high 38,2 cm wide and 34,7
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Antique 17th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Wooden Tai Lue Buddha Statue from Laos
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: wood 53,2 cm high 19,2 cm wide and 11,1 cm deep Weight: 2.255 kgs Gilded with 24 krt
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Antique Early 19th Century Laotian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique wooden box from Luzon, Philippines/20th century/Ifugao
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
beautifully sculpted, and the carving is simpler rather than more elaborate. This lack of assertiveness will
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20th Century Southeast Asian Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Large Antique Khmer Carved Gilt Lacquered Standing Buddha Figure Statue
Located in Forney, TX
when he stopped his relatives from fighting, the solid wood carving in the original gilt lacquer finish
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Antique 19th Century Southeast Asian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Lacquer

19th century antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue is a remarkable and historically significant artifact
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

17-18th century Tall Antique Thai Wooden Temple Chofa from Thailand
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Antique Thai Wooden Temple Chofa Material : wood 150,5 cm high 25 cm wide and 34 cm deep 17-18th century
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Antique Mid-17th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Pair of Antique Singa Sculptures, Batak Tribe Sumatra, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Mounted on custom black-painted metal stands, this striking pair of antique Singa sculptures
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Pair of Antique Singa Sculptures, Batak Tribe Sumatra, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Mounted on custom black-painted metal stands, this striking pair of antique Singa sculptures
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

18th century antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
. Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue Material : wood 54 cm high 27,1 cm wide and 18 cm deep Shan (Tai Yai
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Antique 18th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

17-18th century antique wooden Krishna statue from India OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This exceptional antique wooden Krishna statue hails from India and dates back to the 17th or 18th
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Antique Late 17th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Shan (Tai Yai) Jambupati Buddha Image
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Shan (Tai Yai) Jambupati Buddha Image, wood, lacquer and gold leaf, Konbaung Empire (1752
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Antique Late 18th Century Burmese Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Gold Leaf

Early 20th century Antique wooden Burmese Mandalay Buddha from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This Antique wooden Mandalay Buddha statue from Burma during the Early 20th century, is a fine
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Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Rare 19th Century Antique Bronze Fire Bell - Unique Family Heirloom
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare Bronze Antique Fire Bell With Unique Family History And Provenance One of a kind fine bronze
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

18th century Antique pair wooden temple fragments from a horse - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The Antique pair wooden tempelfragments from a horse head is a remarkable and spiritually
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Antique 18th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Antique Monumental Buddhist Wooden Pagoda Tower, 70 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
China antique monumental Wooden Pagoda, total height is 70 inches, hand carved and hand painted
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th century Large antique Burmese mirror in wooden frame from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This Large antique Burmese mirror in wooden frame from Burma and dates back to the 19th century
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Hanging Piece of a Medieval Lady, circa 1900s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Hanging Piece of a Medieval Lady, circa 1900s An antique hanging piece of a medieval noble
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Early 20th Century German Early Victorian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Korean Carved Polychrome Wooden Buddhist Figure Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
this large Joseon dynasty (1392–1910) antique Asian hand carved and painted wood Buddhist figure
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Antique 19th Century Korean Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Original Thayo Burmese Burma Myanmar Asian Buddha Head Sculpture Statue
Located in Studio City, CA
with wood ash, rice husk, bone powder, and sawdust and applying layers to mold and sculpt the Buddha
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Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer

Classic Antique Black Forest Carved Bracket with Stag’s Head
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Antique black forest hand-carved stag’s mounted on the support with an oak leaf surround. With a
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Antique 19th Century European Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Rare Antique Indian Silver-Clad Votive Figures 19th Century Asian Art
Located in London, GB
Antique Indian Silver-Clad Votive Figures – Set of 3 19th Century Rajasthan or Gujarat A Rare Set
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Antique 19th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Silver

Rare Large Antique Balinese Temple Hanging Lamak, Indonesia
Located in Atlanta, GA
carved wood head adorned with painted face and mirrored crown who likely represents Dewi Danu, the water
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Copper

18th century Antique wooden temple fragment of a Horse head from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Add a touch of history and cultural significance to your space with this Antique Wooden Temple
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Antique 18th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Late 19th / early 20th century Antique wooden Temple cabinet - Original Buddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
. Antique wooden Temple cabinet Material : wood 126 cm high 58,5 cm wide and 40 cm deep In good condition
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Antique Late 19th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

American Antique Arts And Crafts Pyrography Bees And Poppies Chest, 1910
Located in South Burlington, VT
elaborate antique american folk art pyrography arts and crafts period wooden chest possesses canted sides
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Pine

Antique Wooden Folk Art Male Figure, Early 20th century USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare and unusual late 19th/early 20th century antique carved wooden folk art male figure from a
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Early 20th Century American Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Ghanian Ashanti Style Stool with Leopard Carved, Africa
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
of age and use. Wood is cracked over the animal carving, there is a piece of wood missing on the
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Mid-20th Century Ghanaian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Indian Antique Polychrome Hand Carved Statue Depicting a Celestial Musician
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian polychrome and hand carved wooden sculpture from the early 20th century
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Early 20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Large antique 19th century Victorian quality carved Black Forest bear
Located in Ipswich, GB
Large antique 19th century Victorian quality carved Black Forest bear in a seated position, with
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Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th century antique wooden Burmese Temple in Mandalay style - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
craftsmanship make it a cherished piece for those who appreciate the beauty of bygone eras. Material : wood 58
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

18th century Antique wooden temple fragment of a Horse head from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Antique wooden temple fragment of a Horse head Material : wood 30,6 cm high 12,1 cm wide and 21,7
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Antique 18th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Antique Wooden Small Netsuke Laying Wild Boar 1960s
Located in Paris, FR
This is an antique netsuke made in Japan around Showa period 1960s. Dimensions: 3.5 x 1.5 x H2 cm
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Antique Small Wooden Netsuke Sitting wild boar 1960s
Located in Paris, FR
This is an antique netsuke made in Japan around Showa period 1960s. Dimensions: 1.5 x 2.3 x H2.5cm
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Antique Wooden Small Netsuke Two wild boar 1960s
Located in Paris, FR
This is an antique netsuke made in Japan around Showa period 1960s. Dimensions: 2.5 x 2.3 x H2 cm
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

17th century special antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
inner awakening. Special antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue Material : wood 44,5 cm high 28,3 cm wide
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Antique 17th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese antique wooden Buddha statue/Acala/Late Edo period/19th century
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
rounded form that conveys a quiet warmth. Despite its simplicity, the carving of the facial features
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Black Forest Hand-Carved Wooden Indoor Pet House, circa 1880–1910
Located in Bilzen, BE
craftsmanship, circa 1880–1910. Made from solid wood with finely carved bark and branch motifs, featuring
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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Early 19th century antique wooden Burmese Shan Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
artistic expression of the region. Antique wooden Burmese Shan Buddha Material : wood 54,5 cm high 28,5 cm
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Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Monumental Asian Hand-Carved Wooden Decorative Mural Panel 8ft
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Asian Thai monumental, measuring 8’ x 8' hand-carved wooden temple panel. Definitely a one
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20th Century Thai Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Indian Carved and Painted Wooden Mughal Horse on Rectangular Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian carved wooden Mughal horse from the 20th century, with weathered patina. Carved
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20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Carved Dark Brown Lacquered Burmese Monastic Attendants - Set of 2
Located in Chicago, IL
& Wood Pedestal Base - Set of 2 These antique Burmese monastic attendants display stunning craftsmanship
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Antique Late 19th Century Burmese Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Lacquer

Collection of 3 South Asian Antique Architectural Fragments on Stands
Located in Leesburg, VA
Collection of 3 South Asian Antique Architectural Fragments on Stands Anonymous Southern Asia
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Early 20th Century Indian Archaistic Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Japanese Zushi, wabi sabi miniature shrine w/ Ebisu figurine mingei
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Antique wooden Zushi (miniature shrine, the "house of the Gods") with mini wooden figurine of Ebisu
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Chinese Qing Period Carved Wooden Sculpture of Mythological Warriors
Located in New York, NY
Our monumental carved wooden sculpture, 50 inches tall, depicts a mythological female figure rising above rolling seas, surrounded by various sea creatures including crustaceans, fis...
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Thayo Burmese Burma Myanmar Shan Thai Asian Buddha Head Sculpture Statue
Located in Studio City, CA
ancient Thayo technique which entails using a lacquer paste made by mixing lacquer with wood ash, rice
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Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer

Antique Chinese Carved Gilt Statue Group, 1800s, Ric.00041
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese Carved Gilt Statue Group, the 1800s, Ric.00041.
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Early 19th century antique wooden Burmese Shan Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique wooden Burmese Shan Buddha statue is a remarkable piece of religious artistry and
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Antique Early 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Teak Fence Column from Java, Mounted on Metal Stand c.1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This striking artifact is an antique teak fence column from Java, Indonesia, once part of a
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Teak Fence Column from Java, Mounted on Metal Stand c.1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This striking artifact is an antique teak fence column from Java, Indonesia, once part of a
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

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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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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
    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 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 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 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 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 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 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.