What is Japanese wood carving?

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.

What is Chinese wood carving?

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.

What is a Paete wood carving?

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.

What is Jepara wood carving?

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.

How do you identify wood carvings?

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.

What are the types of wood carving?

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.

How can I tell if carved wood is antique?

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.

How can you tell if wood is hand-carved?

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.

What wood is used for carving in Indonesia?

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.

What wood is used for African carvings?

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.

What is carved wood art called?

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.

What is the difference between wood carving and sculpture?

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.

What wood is used for carving in Bali?

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.

What are carved wood figures in African art?

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.

Carved India Wood

Architectural Wood Fragment

Antiques India

Wood Architecture Sculpture

Temple Fragment

India Temple

Fragment Architecture

India Architecture

India Raj

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Antique 17th Century Indian Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Wood

Corpus Of Christ (indo-portuguese, Circa 1660–1700)

$4,097

19th Century Indian Multicolor Temple Carving Depicting Ganesha with Consort

Located in Yonkers, NY

Riddhi or Siddhi on his knee. Created in India during the 19th century, this temple carving features

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Indian Multicolor Temple Carving Depicting Ganesha with Consort

$1,800

Pair of Ornate Indian Jali Doors, 19th Century

Located in Southall, GB

craftsmanship and timeless elegance. Each door is meticulously carved from solid wood, featuring elaborate jali

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Doors and Gates

Materials

Metal

Pair of Ornate Indian Jali Doors, 19th Century

$4,792 / set

Architectural Indian Wall Decoration Adorned with Scalloped Arches and Mirrors

Located in Atlanta, GA

, and inset mirrors. Each flanking framed door side has a carved scalloped wood arch at it's top with a

Category

20th Century Indian Architectural Elements

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Wood

Architectural Indian Wall Decoration Adorned with Scalloped Arches and Mirrors

$3,495

Rustic Indian Low Wooden Chair with Rope Seat and Weathered Appearance

Located in Yonkers, NY

. Imbued with the rustic spirit of 19th-century India, this low chair serves as a tangible remnant of

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Rustic Furniture

Materials

Rope, Wood

Rustic Indian Low Wooden Chair with Rope Seat and Weathered Appearance

$1,200

An Indian Silver Foil Overlaid Palaquin, Early 19th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

seat with a shaft to each end (one detached). Provenance: Estate of Gol, Rajasthan, India. Dimensions

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Indian Furniture

Materials

Foil

An Indian Silver Foil Overlaid Palaquin, Early 19th Century

$79,200 Sale Price

20% Off

19th Century Indian Antique Cups, Sold Each

Located in Yonkers, NY

Three 19th Century Indian Antique Cups from Nagaland with back handle and rustic character, sold each. Immerse yourself in the beguiling charm of rustic artistry with these three Ind...

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Indian Antique Cups, Sold Each

$250 / item

19th Century Big Rare Oriental Coffer, Treasure Chest, Wedding Trousseau

Located in Cesena, FC

opening on top base and large locks. The wood is carved and with breathable openings on each side, and

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Antiquities

Materials

Metal

19th Century Big Rare Oriental Coffer, Treasure Chest, Wedding Trousseau

$12,932

Anglo Indian Round Elephant Side Table

Located in Bradenton, FL

Vintage Anglo-Indian Side Table showcases hand-carving and symbolic decoration, reflecting India

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Anglo Indian Round Elephant Side Table

$1,885

Collection of 3 South Asian Antique Architectural Fragments on Stands

Located in Leesburg, VA

, probably India; first-half of the 20th century Wood Approximate sizes: 7.2 x 2.2 x 9.2 in.; 4.4 x 2.2 x

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Archaistic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Collection of 3 South Asian Antique Architectural Fragments on Stands

$495 / set

Antique South Indian Teak and Brass Rice Bucket Container, 19th Century

Located in Bristol, GB

decorative object in its own right. Originating from Southern India, possibly Goa with an Anglo-Indian feel

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique South Indian Teak and Brass Rice Bucket Container, 19th Century

$320

Set of Early 20th Century Indian Masala Trays

Located in Chicago, IL

This set of early 20th century Indian hand-carved wood masala trays embodies the rich cultural

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Primitive Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Set of Early 20th Century Indian Masala Trays

$600 / set

Vintage Household Indian "Panchamukhi Hanuman" God

Located in Dallas, TX

Vintage Household Indian "Panchamukhi Hanuman" God

Category

Vintage 1930s Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Household Indian "Panchamukhi Hanuman" God

$675

Early 20th Century, Philippines, Cock Fighting Box

Located in Mexico City, MX

This rare piece used to keep the fighting cocks, traditional game that is still preserved in all East Asia and Mexico.

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Furniture

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century, Philippines, Cock Fighting Box

$3,000

Distressed Green Painted Indian Cabinet with Paneled Doors and Two Drawers

Located in Yonkers, NY

A small distressed green painted Indian cabinet from the 19th century with paneled doors and two lower drawers. This 19th-century Indian cabinet exudes rustic elegance with its distr...

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Distressed Green Painted Indian Cabinet with Paneled Doors and Two Drawers

$3,500

1970’s Indian Tripod Female and Male Chairs

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Pair of Indian hand carved and painted wood male and female chairs. This were purchased in India

Category

Vintage 1970s Indian Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

1970’s Indian Tripod Female and Male Chairs

$6,500 / set

Antique 19th Century Swat Valley Charpoi Bench

Located in Pasadena, TX

19th century Swat Valley bench with carved back in geometric patterns, large front legs with carved

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Chinoiserie Benches

Materials

Wood

Antique 19th Century Swat Valley Charpoi Bench

$7,600 Sale Price

20% Off

19th Century Goan Cabinet with Pairs of Double Doors and Green Painted Panels

Located in Yonkers, NY

An Indian hand-carved painted wood cabinet from Goa, with green accents and distressed patina

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Rustic Cabinets

Materials

Wood

19th Century Goan Cabinet with Pairs of Double Doors and Green Painted Panels

$3,500

Primitive Naga Organic Tribe Chair In Solid Teak.

Located in ECHT, NL

One of a kind charming authentic primitive stump chair made in a single solid hardwood. Hand carved

Category

20th Century Indian Primitive Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak

Primitive Naga Organic Tribe Chair In Solid Teak.

$2,309

Mughal Raj Four Poster Bed Anglo Indian Portuguese Baroque Lisbon Bed

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

arches. It is hand carved from solid wood. This bed is a current representation of Indo-Portuguese

Category

Late 20th Century Indian Moorish Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Mughal Raj Four Poster Bed Anglo Indian Portuguese Baroque Lisbon Bed

$5,200 Sale Price

20% Off

19th Century Ceylonese Specimen Tilt-Top Center Table

Located in Topanga, CA

exotic wood inlay in a mesmerizing radiating pattern on its face and beautifully carved details on the

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Dutch Colonial Center Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Ceylonese Specimen Tilt-Top Center Table

$4,500

Indian 19th Century Low Coffee Table with Hand-Painted Dancers and Musicians

Located in Yonkers, NY

. Created in India during the 19th century, this low coffee table features a square top adorned with dancers

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Indian 19th Century Low Coffee Table with Hand-Painted Dancers and Musicians

$1,450

Vintage Indian Handcarved Wooden Decorative Box

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Handcarved wooden trinket box with carved geometric shapes, small handmade ornamental indentations

Category

20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Vintage Indian Handcarved Wooden Decorative Box

$337 Sale Price

48% Off

Meticulously Detailed Hand Crafted Indian Dowry Damachiya Bridal Chest Cabinet

Located in Hopewell, NJ

An antique Indian Damachiya hand carved bridal cabinet having meticulous decoration and inlaid

Category

20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Wood

Meticulously Detailed Hand Crafted Indian Dowry Damachiya Bridal Chest Cabinet

$2,800

Wooden Indian Sculpture.. or Personal Guard!

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Impressive antique Indian warrior, from Gujarat. ( N. 811.) Gujarat o Gujrat, antique town in Indian (now Pakistan) region of Punjab. It was an important strategic node and was under...

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Indian Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Wooden Indian Sculpture.. or Personal Guard!

$1,136 Sale Price

36% Off

Antique Document Wooden Box with Incised Diamond Motifs and Wave Patterns

Located in Yonkers, NY

wood. The interior, thoughtfully partitioned, speaks to the box's original purpose of safeguarding

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Antique Document Wooden Box with Incised Diamond Motifs and Wave Patterns

$690

Indian Mogul Style Silver-Clad Gilded Ceremonial Throne Chair for the Maharajah

Located in New York, NY

and flora are meticulously done in open-work hand-carved filigree. The throne is hand-carved with

Category

Antique 1850s Indian Armchairs

Materials

Silver

Indian Mogul Style Silver-Clad Gilded Ceremonial Throne Chair for the Maharajah

$55,000

monoxyle wooden mortar sidetable

Located in Vosselaar, BE

A indonesian 'Lesung' or mortar from the early 20th century. Made from a solid monoxyle block of hardwood. These mortars were traditionally used to process ricegrains. A verry attrac...

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

monoxyle wooden mortar sidetable

$1,658

Antique Indian Painted Chest with Hinged Lid and Traces of Original Mirrors

Located in Yonkers, NY

aged surfaces. The worn patina of the wood, combined with the fading pigments and scattered losses

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood

Antique Indian Painted Chest with Hinged Lid and Traces of Original Mirrors

$750

Indian Antique Cased Silver Filigree Card Case

Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire

A very finely made antique Indian silver filigree card case presented in its original fitted box dating from the 19th century. The card case is of flat rectangular shape with a simpl...

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Metalwork

Materials

Silver

Indian Antique Cased Silver Filigree Card Case

$880

Rustic Indian Document Wooden Box with Brass Details and Partial Opening Top

Located in Yonkers, NY

practical use for storing precious documents or small treasures. The weathered appearance of the wood

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Rustic Indian Document Wooden Box with Brass Details and Partial Opening Top

$690

18th Century Indo Portuguese Altar

Located in Topanga, CA

A stunning 18th Century Indo-Portuguese altar from Goa. This is in wonderful condition with its original surface and paintings.

Category

Antique 18th Century Indian Other Religious Items

Materials

Wood, Paint

18th Century Indo Portuguese Altar

$2,540

Handmade Vintage Indian Temple Horse Toy on Wheels from Madras with Spheres

Located in Yonkers, NY

A small Indian vintage carved wooden horse sculpture from Madras with distressed rust and verdigris

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Handmade Vintage Indian Temple Horse Toy on Wheels from Madras with Spheres

$1,200

Antique carved oriental coffee table all decorated with low relief carving

Located in Cesena, FC

Antique Indian carved coffee table, entirely decorated with low relief carving and mother-of-pearl decorations. On the bands 4 decorative rosettes composed of small turned elements....

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Center Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Antique carved oriental coffee table all decorated with low relief carving

$3,434

Antique Primitive Stool / Mortar 1860s-1920s / Side Table Wabisabi Naga Tribe

Located in ECHT, NL

made of a single solid hardwood. Hand carved by the Naga tribe in India, ca 1860s-1920s. A nice wabi

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Primitive Stools

Materials

Wood

Antique Primitive Stool / Mortar 1860s-1920s / Side Table Wabisabi Naga Tribe

$1,166

Anglo-Indian Vizagapatam Bombay Mughal Style Footed Box With Bone Overlay

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

India while the last two came from Bombay in West India. English traders discovered the rich woods and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Anglo-Indian Vizagapatam Bombay Mughal Style Footed Box With Bone Overlay

$1,650

Anglo Indian bone inlaid Center Pedestal Table

By Alberto Pinto, Carlo Bugatti

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

handcrafted from durable mango wood, the table’s surface and base are adorned with elaborate bone inlays

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Moorish Tables

Materials

Bone, Wood

Anglo Indian bone inlaid Center Pedestal Table

$16,500

Dune Modern Cube Shaped Table in Bone with Grey and Red Resin Inlay

By Farrago Design

Located in New York City, NY

chips onlayed over wood. The playful patterns made with resin are unique on each surface are parametric

Category

2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Tables

Materials

Bone, Epoxy Resin, Wood

Dune Modern Cube Shaped Table in Bone with Grey and Red Resin Inlay

$3,800 / item

Fleur Cube End Table / Stool Made with Red Resin with Baroque Bone Inlay

By Bernini

Located in New York City, NY

bone chips, artfully and meticulously laid upon a wood base. The handcrafted patterns flow with an

Category

2010s Indian Baroque Revival Tables

Materials

Bone, Resin, Wood

Fleur Cube End Table / Stool Made with Red Resin with Baroque Bone Inlay

$2,800

Set of Sconces with Green Glass Hurricanes, Sold in Pairs

Located in New York, NY

A set of four circa 1950s Anglo-Indian single light sconces with hand carved wood backplate and

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass, Wood

Set of Sconces with Green Glass Hurricanes, Sold in Pairs

$7,800 / set

Mid Century Modern Dresser or Mid Century Modern Credenza Louis XVI Fleur De Lis

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

" (B) x 33" (H) Materials: white bronze, teak, sheet metal, wood. Technique: hand-carved, hand-crafted

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Mid Century Modern Dresser or Mid Century Modern Credenza Louis XVI Fleur De Lis

$24,114

Dining Room Sets in Louis XV Style, Set of 6 Chairs Louis XV Dining Room Table

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

Techniques: Cast, Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Polished Louis XV Dining Table in

Category

2010s Indian Louis XV Dining Room Sets

Materials

Bronze, Sheet Metal

Dining Room Sets in Louis XV Style, Set of 6 Chairs Louis XV Dining Room Table

$44,687 / set

A Gujarati Timber and Pressed Tin Dowry Box, Early 20th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A Gujarati Timber and Pressed Tin Dowry Box, Early 20th Century Provenance: Private Australia Collection. Description: The modestly sized timber dowry box with rivete...

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Tin

A Gujarati Timber and Pressed Tin Dowry Box, Early 20th Century

$790

Indian Star Shape Wooden and Brass Low Coffee Table 1950s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

wood and done in a stylized star shape and having turned wooden legs. The points of the stars are each

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Indian Star Shape Wooden and Brass Low Coffee Table 1950s

$1,650

Louise Art Deco Dresser Fleur De Lis Louise Fine Hammered White Bronze by Paul M

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that

Category

2010s Indian Other Dressers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Dresser Fleur De Lis Louise Fine Hammered White Bronze by Paul M

$24,114 / item

Rustic Coffee Table with Red and Green Lacquer, Turned Baluster Legs and Iron

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique rustic green and red painted coffee table crafted from a repurposed bullock cart from the 19th century with trapezoidal top, protruding front, diamond shaped studs, twist...

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Rustic Coffee Table with Red and Green Lacquer, Turned Baluster Legs and Iron

$1,200

Louise Console Art Deco Center Tables Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathie

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please

Category

2010s Indian Other Center Tables

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Console Art Deco Center Tables Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathie

$8,800 / item

Louise Console Art Deco Center Tables Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please

Category

2010s Indian Other Center Tables

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Console Art Deco Center Tables Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$8,800 / item

Louise Console Art Deco Center Tables Mid. Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please

Category

2010s Indian Other Center Tables

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Console Art Deco Center Tables Mid. Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$8,800 / item

Louise Console Art Deco Center Tables Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that

Category

2010s Indian Other Center Tables

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Console Art Deco Center Tables Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu

$8,800 / item

Louise Console Art Deco Center Tables Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture

Category

2010s Indian Other Center Tables

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Console Art Deco Center Tables Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu

$8,800 / item

Louise Console Art Deco Center Tables Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that

Category

2010s Indian Other Center Tables

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Console Art Deco Center Tables Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

$8,800 / item

Louise Console Art Deco Center Tables Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture

Category

2010s Indian Other Center Tables

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Console Art Deco Center Tables Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu

$8,800 / item

Louise Console Art Deco Center Tables Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that

Category

2010s Indian Other Center Tables

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Console Art Deco Center Tables Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

$8,800 / item

Dune Modern Cube Shaped Table in Bone with Grey and Red Resin Inlay

By Farrago Design

Located in New York City, NY

The white Dune cube table is made of hundreds of triangular camel bone chips tessellated over wood

Category

2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Tables

Materials

Bone, Epoxy Resin, Wood

Dune Modern Cube Shaped Table in Bone with Grey and Red Resin Inlay

$3,800 / item

Mid-Century Indian Fretwork Screen with Hand-Painted Details and Bold Colors

Located in Yonkers, NY

fretwork screen, crafted from finely carved hardwood, is a vibrant celebration of traditional artistry

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Indian Fretwork Screen with Hand-Painted Details and Bold Colors

$4,800

Antique Indian Jharokha-Style Mirror, Late 19th–Early 20th Century

Located in North Palm Beach, FL

This extraordinary piece is a repurposed Jharokha-style architectural fragment from India, hand

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Antique Indian Jharokha-Style Mirror, Late 19th–Early 20th Century

$3,110

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Carved India Wood For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the carved India wood you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A carved India wood — often made from wood, metal and hardwood — can elevate any home. Find 582 options for an antique or vintage carved India wood now, or shop our selection of 5 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect carved India wood — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each carved India wood bearing Folk Art, Art Deco or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one carved India wood that is appealing in its simplicity, but Rajhastani, Stephanie Odegard Collection and Farrago Design produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Carved India Wood?

A carved India wood can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,400, while the lowest priced sells for $75 and the highest can go for as much as $55,000.

Questions About Carved India Wood

What is Japanese wood carving?
1 Answer
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.
What is Chinese wood carving?
1 Answer
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.
What is a Paete wood carving?
1 Answer
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.
What is Jepara wood carving?
1 Answer
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.
How do you identify wood carvings?
1 Answer
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.
What are the types of wood carving?
1 Answer
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.
How can I tell if carved wood is antique?
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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.
How can you tell if wood is hand-carved?
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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.
What wood is used for carving in Indonesia?
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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.
What wood is used for African carvings?
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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.
What is carved wood art called?
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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.
What is the difference between wood carving and sculpture?
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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.
What wood is used for carving in Bali?
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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.
What are carved wood figures in African art?
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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.