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Antique Arts Crafts Macey Mahogany Five-Stack Barrister Bookcase, Circa 1910
By Macey Co.
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts barrister bookcase by Macey offers mahogany construction with five
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Antique Arts Crafts Mission Oak Barrister Bookcase, Globe Wernicke, circa 1910
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts Mission Barrister stacking bookcase by Globe Wernicke offers quarter sawn
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Antique Arts Crafts Mission Oak Three-Stack Barrister Bookcase, circa 1910
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts barrister bookcase offers 3-stack quarter sawn oak construction with each
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Arts Crafts Globe Wernicke Oak Barrister Bookcase with Desk, c1910
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts secretary by Globe Wernicke offers oak construction with barrister cases having glass doors and drop front desk, original labels as photographed, circa 189...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

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Metal

Antique Black Forest Matched Pair of Bookcases, Original Wavy Glass, c1800 s
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Matched pair of Black Forest bookcases, that were part of a major collection of Black Forest items
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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

English 1880s Black and Gold Breakfront Two Part Bookcase with Chinoiserie Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
breakfront bookcase is adorned with a molded cornice with carved dentil molding and a gilded Greek Key frieze
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Antique Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Bookcases

Materials

Wire

Antique Arts Crafts Mission Oak Macey Five Stack Barrister Bookcase circa 1910
By Macey Co.
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts Mission Barrister stacking bookcase by Macey offers quarter sawn oak
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Arts Crafts Globe Wernicke Barrister Bookcase Slant Front Secretary circa 1910
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts Barrister secretary by Globe Wernicke offer quarter sawn oak construction with glass front upper and lower stack with central drop front desk with frieze dra...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Antique Arts Crafts Mission Oak Gunn 4-Stack Barrister Bookcase, Circa 1910
By GUNN
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts Mission barrister bookcase by Gunn offers quarter sawn oak construction
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

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Metal

Wooden Carved Bookends with Bears Swiss, ca. 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A wonderful handcarved folding bookends made of lindenwood. On booth sides with plastically carved
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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Small Arts Crafts Half Open Bookcase / Cabinet with Amber Art Glass Panels
Located in Lisse, NL
minor wear this 100+ year old bookcase / drinks cabinet is in very good condition (both inside and out
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Bookcases

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Bronze

Antique 19th Century Black Forest Bear Book Shelf / Book Rack Hand Carved Swiss
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous 19th century antique Black Forest Extendable book shelf hand carved from Switzerland
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Antique Sturdy Solid Teak Wood Late Victorian Era Library Stairs / Steps 1890s
Located in Lisse, NL
the solid wood is a real joy to look at. This fine library antique also is highly practical to use
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Antique Late 19th Century European Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Teak

Turn of the Century Regency Style Carved and Painted Etagere
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare turn of the century Regency style carved and painted etagere with six open shelves with X-form
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Vintage 1910s English Regency Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Vintage Early American Book Case or Shelf with Hand Carved Details
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage early American book case or shelf with hand carved details. Shelves Are Adjustable
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Stunning Spanish Style from the 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
that defined Spanish aesthetics at that time. Each expertly carved moulding enhances the natural beauty
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Bookcases

Materials

Wood

17th Century French Two-Part Bibliothèque De Boiserie in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
six rosette medallions that adorn the top of the bookcase. The base of the columns feature carved leaf
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Antique 17th Century French Regency Bookcases

Materials

Silver Leaf

Mid-Century Danish Oak Wall Unit by Poul Volther
By Poul Volther
Located in Brooklyn, NY
refined design language, blending simplicity with practical storage. Ideal for use as a bookcase, display
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

French 19th Century Breakfront Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A massive French painted oak breakfront bibliotheque or bookcase hand-crafted in France in the 19th
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Antique 19th Century French Other Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Oak, Paint

Antique Louis Philippe Bibliothèque in Stripped Walnut, Original Glass, C. 1850
Located in Dallas, TX
bibliothèque was hand-carved in France, circa 1850. The finish on the walnut has been stripped more recently
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Walnut

French 19th Century Mahogany Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
lock. Four adjustable shelves are housed inside. The whole is supported by carved bracket feet. It’s
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Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Mahogany

19th Century Painted French Bibliothèque in Original Paint, circa 1880
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century painted French Bibliothèque in two parts with all original; worn paint and hardwares. France, circa 1880. Measurement are with cornice and baseboards. Upper cabinet wit...
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Antique 19th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

Vintage Danish Rosewood Executive Filing Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
executive filing cabinet. A fully finished back highlights a mesmerizing, swirling wood grain, while three
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Grand Early 19th Century Swedish Glazed Cabinet
Located in Charleston, SC
A grand glazed Swedish early 19th century Gustavian Cabinet in two parts. Province Västerbotten, Sweden circa 1810.
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bookcases

Materials

Blown Glass, Wood, Paint

Hanging Waterfall Bookshelves in the Chippendale manner
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A pair of age painted blind and pierced fret hanging waterfall bookshelves.
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21st Century and Contemporary English Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Gesso, Paint, Wood

French 19th Century Mahogany Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This handsome 19th century bibliotheque is the perfect combination of modern and antique! Designed with simplicity and function in mind, the cornice and paneling has minimal thumbnai...
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Antique 19th Century French Other Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Irish Carved Bog Wood Oak Bookcase Harp Shamrock Cornelius Goggin Dublin Ireland
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An Extremely Rare Irish Hand Carved Bog Oak Book Slide of good size proportions, mid Nineteenth
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Antique 19th Century Irish Victorian Books

Materials

Bog Wood

Contemporary Italianate Carved Painted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
century Carved and painted wood, with glass front doors. Measures: 48"W x 16"D x 85.25"H. Very
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

French 19th Century Large Painted Wood Bookcase with Sliding Doors
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French late 19th century large painted wood bookcase with sliding doors. This French cabinet
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Antique 19th Century French Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

Midcentury Library Stairs Carved Wooden and Leather Bookcase Ladder Spiral Steps
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
wear on wood and leather. Strong enough for a grown man, see pictures. Use this vintage staircase to
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Mid-20th Century Italian Victorian Ladders

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Mahogany Carved Fretwork Wall Bookcase Display Shelves, C1900
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique mahogany carved fretwork wall bookcase display shelves C1900. Solid and strong, with no
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Antique 1890s Shelves

Materials

Wood

Chinoiserie Style Carved Black Lacquer Secretary Desk, Bookcase, Cabinet
Located in Plainview, NY
A beautiful Chinoiserie style carved black lacquer secretary desk having a black lacquer and gilt
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20th Century Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Zougei Jenga Sculpture Shelf Bookcase 05
By Zougei
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: Jenga Sculptural stool by Zougei carved furniture Material: Zelkova This work is carved
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2010s Japanese Tribal Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

19th Century Venetian Italian Style Polychrome Secretary Bookcase
Located in Tarry Town, NY
two parts Bookcase, a piece of furniture that exudes both artistry and history. The exquisite hand
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Antique 1820s Italian Louis XVI Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Hiroyuki Nishimura Abstract Sculpture Masouleh Tower Tribal Style Bookcase
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his works are unable to use
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2010s Japanese Tribal Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Scholar s Mirrored Bookcase with Marble Insets
Located in Somis, CA
A highly sophisticated scholar's cabinet from turn of the century. Solid wood throughout, mitered
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Early 20th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Period Cabinet / Bookcase
Located in Charleston, SC
19th Century Swedish Cabinet / Bookcase / Vitrine with Glass Fronted Doors fronted doors in classic
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

19th Century Venetian Italian Style Polychrome Secretary Bookcase
Located in Tarry Town, NY
This is a Classic Venetian style Italian polychrome lacquered bookcase with hand painted floral
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Secretaires

Materials

Brass

19th Century Cornish Bookcase Vitrine in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
A rare Cornish vitrine cabinet from the 19th century with original patina and glass. This bookcase
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Antique 19th Century English George III Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

19th Century French Bibliothèque Bookcase or Vitrine Cabinet
Located in Wichita, KS
cabinet or bookcase is the perfect piece for almost any room. The exterior color is aged white with areas
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Vitrines

Materials

Wood, Paint

English Two Part Burl Mahogany China Cabinet / Bookcase
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Enhance your home's elegance with this Beautifully Crafted Two-Part Burl Mahogany Carved Wood China
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Antique 1860s English Chippendale Cabinets

Materials

Brass

19th C. Swedish Gustavian Four-Door Painted Glass Vitrine Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Wichita, KS
A Swedish Gustavian four-door painted vitrine cabinet from the 19th century. This classically designed piece is made in two parts. The upper section features three fixed shelves behi...
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

Pair of Ebonized Carved Wood Bookcases
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of ebonized bookcases with painted brick red interiors. Two shelves and four sets of shelf
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20th Century Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Metal Grill Front Marble Top Bookcase
Located in Stamford, CT
Regency style carved wood bookcase with metal lattice grill panel front and white marble top. The
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20th Century Regency Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Carved Distressed Bookcase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Wonderfully Distressed Italian Carved And Painted Bookcase Cabinet.
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Antique 19th Century Italian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Antique Indian Hand Carved Bookcase
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Hand carved bookcase with three shelves and four drawers. The carved detail resembles that of
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20th Century Indian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

French Carved Chestnut Bookcase/Armoire
Located in Livingston, NJ
Custom made in France, this armoire/bookcase features exquisite carving over the entire piece
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Mid-20th Century French Renaissance Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Chestnut

Antique Eastern Bookcase, Carved Oriental Open Bookcase, Far East 1920, B1910
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique eastern bookcase, carved oriental 6-tier open bookcase, antique furniture, Far East 1920
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Vintage 1920s Asian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Pair of Italian Carved and Painted Bookcases (A1519)
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Italian carved and painted bookcases with four shelves over a carved and painted cabinet
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20th Century Italian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

19th Century English Wood Three Tier Etagere/Bookcase
Located in Chicago, IL
19th century English hand carved wood three tier etagere/bookcase.
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Antique 19th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Wood

C. 1840 French Carved Walnut Bookcase with 18 Leather Books
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a most charming c. 1840 French walnut carved bookcase. This piece is just "off" enough to
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Antique 19th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Carved Wood Indian decorative Book Case Circa 2000
Located in Jupiter, FL
This is a beautiful book-case, hand carved decorative trim in face of unit and from India. It has
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20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Antique Renaissance Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
walnut wood with a new ebonized & patina finish. The bookcase features carved spiral columns on each side
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Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Dutch Marquetry Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
rests on hand carved wooden legs. This bookcase is beautiful, sturdy, and ready to be used for years to
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Antique 1890s Dutch Dutch Colonial Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Vintage Bamboo Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
of bamboo wood cane and glass and has been completely restored and finished by our expert
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Vintage 1980s American Bohemian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Bamboo, Cane, Lacquer

Vintage Open Library Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant vintage Empire-style bookcase is hand-crafted out of wood covered in beautiful burled
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Vintage 1980s Belgian Empire Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Plywood, Burl, Lacquer

French Louis Philippe Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Extraordinary French Louis Philippe Bookcase is handcrafted from solid walnut wood and
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Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Oak, Walnut

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Carved Wood Bookcase For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal carved wood bookcase for your home. A carved wood bookcase — often made from wood, glass and metal — can elevate any home. Find 136 options for an antique or vintage carved wood bookcase now, or shop our selection of 9 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the carved wood bookcase you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right carved wood bookcase, those designed in Arts and Crafts, Neoclassical and Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made carved wood bookcase has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Globe Wernicke, Amorph Inc. and GUNN are consistently popular.

How Much is a Carved Wood Bookcase?

The average selling price for a carved wood bookcase at 1stDibs is $4,238, while they’re typically $425 on the low end and $38,774 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Bookcases for You

Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, an antique bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover.

As long as curious people have collected stories, we have needed a place to stow them away and preserve them. When auction houses and book dealers proliferated by the late 17th century, the bibliophile was born. And, of course, as with any treasured decorative objects or collectibles, a book lover’s volumes were suddenly worthy of a luxurious display — enter the bookcase.

Americans of means during the 19th century took to amassing art as well as rare books, and bookcases of the era — rife with hand-carved decorative accents and architectural motifs — were ideal for displaying their handsome leather-bound wares.

Although our favorite titles may change over the years, the functionality and beauty of their home within our home is timeless. Even those who don’t covet the perfect home library can benefit from an attractive display case, as bookcases can easily double as charming étagères

Contemporary and customizable options make it easier for you to find the perfect bookcase for your style and stacks. If you don’t wish to fill your storage piece so that your collection is snug within its confines, incorporate extra space to allow for additional displays and decorative objects. And by introducing a striking dark wood Art Deco bookcase or low-profile mid-century modern design by Paul McCobb into your living room, your signed first editions won’t be the only items making a statement. 

Find barrister bookcases, Globe Wernicke bookcases, bookcases with doors and other vintage and antique bookcases on 1stDibs now.

Questions About Carved Wood Bookcase
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best wood used for building a bookcase is plywood made from hardwood. It is easily available and comes in many types. Laminated panels that can be glued together are also a great option for a bookcase. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique, new and vintage wooden bookcases.
  • 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 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 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.

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