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.

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 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.

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.

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 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.

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 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 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 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 Wood Buffet

Set Of 12 Chippendale Dining Chairs

Dining Room Buffet Cabinet Servers

French Carved Doors

18th Century French Buffet

Antique Painted French Buffet Cabinet

17th Century Carved Cabinet

Buffet Top

Navy Blue Sideboard Or Buffet

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Buffets

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Lime Washed Buffet / Server

$5,400

French Provincial 19th Century Grand Louis XV Style Buffet

Located in Houston, US

French Provincial 19th Century grande Louis XV style buffet/enfilade in walnut. Unusual large size

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20th Century French Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Wood

French Provincial 19th Century Grand Louis XV Style Buffet

$10,000 Sale Price

20% Off

20th Century White Fine Furniture DropLeaf Rolling Buffet Server

Located in Germantown, MD

Mid Century White Fine Furniture Company fryitwood Drop Leaf and rolling buffet server. Measures

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

20th Century White Fine Furniture DropLeaf Rolling Buffet Server

$1,995

Large Oriental-Style Sideboard in carved Wood, with bone Inlay, 1880

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Large oriental-style sideboard in carved wood, with bone inlay; wrought iron handles; pewter wire

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Algerian Islamic Buffets

Materials

Tin

Large Oriental-Style Sideboard in carved Wood, with bone Inlay, 1880

$14,252

Early 20th Century Italian Carved Mahogany Wood Long Sideboard

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

linear with carved wood decorations. On the front beautiful Renaissance-style heads carved in wood. Ample

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Buffets

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th Century Italian Carved Mahogany Wood Long Sideboard

$19,003 Sale Price

20% Off

Painted French Buffet Deux Corps with Antique Shutter Doors

Located in Dallas, TX

Assembled by a French artisan, this painted buffet has incorporated two pairs of antique shutter

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Buffets

Materials

Metal, Iron

Painted French Buffet Deux Corps with Antique Shutter Doors

$4,600

French Henry II Castle Dresser Sideboard credenza Buffet - Renaissance - 19th

By Jacques Androuet Du Cerceau

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Wonderful castle sideboard, dresser, cabinet, sideboard-credenza in richly carved oak with two

Category

Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Buffets

Materials

Wood

French Henry II Castle Dresser Sideboard credenza Buffet - Renaissance - 19th

$13,302 Sale Price

20% Off

18th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Demilune Buffet in Original Paint

Located in Wichita, KS

A rare Swedish buffet from the Gustavian period with demilune sides and original paint inside and

Category

Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Buffets

Materials

Wood, Paint

18th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Demilune Buffet in Original Paint

$18,160

17th Century French Renaissance Buffet with Light Parcel Paint Finish

Located in Dallas, TX

rectilinear buffet. The light brown color of the wood has been accentuated with traces of white, cream, and

Category

Antique 17th Century French Renaissance Buffets

Materials

Wood, Paint

17th Century French Renaissance Buffet with Light Parcel Paint Finish

$5,900

19th Century French Provincial Burled Ash Buffet Deux Corps Cabinet

Located in Middleburg, VA

A handsome French Provincial "Buffet Deux Corps" crafted in Normandy around 1830. This exquisite

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Buffets

Materials

Metal, Brass

19th Century French Provincial Burled Ash Buffet Deux Corps Cabinet

$10,200

Antique Rustic French Buffet c1700 s Structurally Restored Cosmetically Original

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

Antique Rustic French Buffet that was rebuilt structurally and left cosmetically original. Based on

Category

Antique 1780s French Rustic Buffets

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Fruitwood

Antique Rustic French Buffet c1700 s Structurally Restored Cosmetically Original

$3,950

Swedish Rococo Period 18th Century Buffet from Värmland with Canted Side Posts

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Swedish Rococo period 18th century painted wood buffet from Värmland, with canted sides, four

Category

Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Buffets

Materials

Wood

Swedish Rococo Period 18th Century Buffet from Värmland with Canted Side Posts

$12,500

1800 s Antique Buffet A Deux Corps, French Renaiss. Revival, Figural, Marquetry

Located in Austin, TX

Stunning Antique Buffet A Deux Corps, Server, French Renaissance Revival, Figural, Marquetry, 1800s

Category

Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Buffets

Materials

Wood

1800 s Antique Buffet A Deux Corps, French Renaiss. Revival, Figural, Marquetry

$4,495

English Welsh Buffet in Oak XVIIIth Century - English antiques - United Kingdom

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

corners by two small balls with pointed tips in turned wood. United Kingdom 18th century.

Category

Antique 18th Century Welsh Buffets

Materials

Wood

English Welsh Buffet in Oak XVIIIth Century - English antiques - United Kingdom

$2,660 Sale Price

20% Off

French Early 19th Century Solid Oak Buffet a Deux Corps

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

An impressive and substantial solid oak buffet a’ deux corps with Provincial charm from early 19th

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Buffets

Materials

Metal

French Early 19th Century Solid Oak Buffet a Deux Corps

$8,995

Antique Polychrome Italian Credenza Buffet from Naples, 18th Century and Later

Located in Dallas, TX

Dating to the 1700s, the central cartouche of this credenza buffet was originally from an altar, in

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Buffets

Materials

Wood, Pine, Paint

Antique Polychrome Italian Credenza Buffet from Naples, 18th Century and Later

$18,800

Antique French Oak Buffet with Steel Hardware from Normandy, France, Circa 1830

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… Hand-carved in Normandy, France, circa 1830, this beautiful oak

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Buffets

Materials

Metal, Steel

Antique French Oak Buffet with Steel Hardware from Normandy, France, Circa 1830

$3,800

19th Century Painted French Louis XVI Style Buffet with Faux Marble Top

Located in Dallas, TX

Hand-carved in the 1800s in the style of Louis XVI, this French buffet features Neoclassical motifs

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Buffets

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th Century Painted French Louis XVI Style Buffet with Faux Marble Top

$6,400

Early 18th Century French Oak Buffet Deux Corps from Colmar, Alsace

Located in Dallas, TX

Colmar, where this handsome buffet deux corps was crafted, is an affluent commune in the Alsace

Category

Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Buffets

Materials

Iron

Early 18th Century French Oak Buffet Deux Corps from Colmar, Alsace

$9,600

Antique French Transitional Louis XV / XVI Walnut Buffet Deux Corps, Circa 1780

Located in Dallas, TX

Hand-carved circa 1780, this walnut buffet deux corps has motifs associated with both the Louis XV

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Buffets

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique French Transitional Louis XV / XVI Walnut Buffet Deux Corps, Circa 1780

$8,900

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fine Hammered Antique Bronze 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 Buffets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fine Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$24,114 / item

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fine Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fine Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$24,114 / item

Late Qing Dynasty Two-Door Buffet with Faux Doors and Upper Removable Panel

Located in Yonkers, NY

A late Qing Dynasty period two-door wooden buffet from the early 20th century, with upper removable

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Buffets

Materials

Iron

Late Qing Dynasty Two-Door Buffet with Faux Doors and Upper Removable Panel

$2,200

18th Century French Louis XV Sideboard or Buffet Made of Walnut

Located in Dusseldorf, DE

oak. Standing on 8 feet with 4 nicely carved scrolled cabriole legs between a beautiful cut and

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Wood, Oak, Walnut

18th Century French Louis XV Sideboard or Buffet Made of Walnut

$11,976

Circa 1750 French Louis XV Period Walnut and Marble Bureau or Petit Buffet

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… This beautiful petit buffet with a marble top has a false front

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Marble, Stone, Metal, Bronze

Circa 1750 French Louis XV Period Walnut and Marble Bureau or Petit Buffet

$4,900

Louise Art Deco Buffet Sideboard Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered White Bronze

By Paul Mathieu, 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 Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Buffet Sideboard Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered White Bronze

$24,114 / item

Antique French 2-Door Painted Rustic Buffet circa 1700 s with Paint Restoration

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

Antique Country French 2-Door Buffet c1700's Restored with Paint Restoration. We would definitely

Category

Antique 1770s French Country Buffets

Materials

Wood, Oak

Antique French 2-Door Painted Rustic Buffet circa 1700 s with Paint Restoration

$3,800

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu

By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture in air, sudden

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu

$24,114 / item

Early 20th C. French Neoclassical Style Petite-Sized Buffet Cabinet

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French carved and painted wood smaller-sized buffet cabinet from the early 20th century. This

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Buffets

Materials

Wood

Early 20th C. French Neoclassical Style Petite-Sized Buffet Cabinet

$4,900

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in 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 American Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

$16,114 / item

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in Fine 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 American Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in Fine Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu

$16,114 / item

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s American Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu

$16,114 / item

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in 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 American Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$16,114 / item

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in 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 American Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

$16,114 / item

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Fine Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Fine Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu

$24,114 / item

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

$24,114 / item

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu

By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu

$24,114 / item

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Paul Mathieu, 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 Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$24,114 / item

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

By Paul Mathieu, 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 Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

$24,114 / item

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in Fine Hammered Antique Bronze by P Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s American Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in Fine Hammered Antique Bronze by P Mathieu

$16,114 / item

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in 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 American Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in Mid. Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$16,114 / item

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in Fine 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 American Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in Fine Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$16,114 / item

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s American Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$16,114 / item

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$24,114 / item

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$24,114 / item

Louise Art Deco Buffet Sideboard Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul M

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Buffet Sideboard Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul M

$24,114 / item

Louise Art Deco Buffet Sideboard Fleur De Lis Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathie

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Buffet Sideboard Fleur De Lis Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathie

$24,114 / item

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu for S Odegard

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 American Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Buffets in Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu for S Odegard

$16,114 / item

Hand-Carved Wooden Open Shelf Cabinet with Arched Detailing by House of Jaipur

Located in New York, NY

natural wood construction - Hand-carved floral and geometric motifs - Intricate carved arches inspired by

Category

2010s Indian Bohemian Buffets

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved Wooden Open Shelf Cabinet with Arched Detailing by House of Jaipur

$3,668 / item

Fine Carved Mahogany Server Cabinet by Ferguson Copeland Ltd.

By Copeland

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The top with three acid wash gilt swirl with finish panels. The carved top edge over four frieze

Category

20th Century American Rustic Buffets

Materials

Wood

Fine Carved Mahogany Server Cabinet by Ferguson Copeland Ltd.

$2,495

1900s French Provincial Carved Wooden Shop Counter

Located in High Point, NC

grained wood with a deep, lustrous finish, the front face showcases a series of carved panels framed by

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Buffets

Materials

Wood

1900s French Provincial Carved Wooden Shop Counter

$6,995

Theodore Alexander Antique Wood Castle Bromwich Collection Inlaid Sideboard

By Theodore Alexander

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions - H: 40 1/2 in W: 56 1/4 in D: 20 in Elevate your interior with this exceptional Theodore Alexander Castle Bromwich Sideboard, a masterful example of refined craftsmansh...

Category

20th Century Unknown Buffets

Materials

Metal

Theodore Alexander Antique Wood Castle Bromwich Collection Inlaid Sideboard

$4,375

French Charles Dudouyt Art Deco Enfilade Sideboard wood mirror bronze

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Valladolid, ES

through a kind of double molding, with a carved border in four corridors in the central part. In this area

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Bronze

French Charles Dudouyt Art Deco Enfilade Sideboard wood mirror bronze

$7,544 Sale Price

28% Off

19th century, French Louis XV style Veneered Wood Sideboard

Located in IT

19th century, French Louis XV style Veneered Wood Sideboard This refined and elegant sideboard was

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th century, French Louis XV style Veneered Wood Sideboard

$17,221

18th Century French Solid Cherry Wood Buffett

Located in San Francisco, CA

An excellent example of a traditional French Provincial cherry wood buffet with original key. In

Category

Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Buffets

Materials

Cherry

18th Century French Solid Cherry Wood Buffett

$5,800

Early 19th Century Charles X French Provincial Cherry Wood Enfilade

Located in Middleburg, VA

Charles X enfilade was made in Burgundy around 1825. Constructed from beautifully aged, wild cherry wood

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X Buffets

Materials

Metal, Iron

Early 19th Century Charles X French Provincial Cherry Wood Enfilade

$6,125

A Very Unique French 18th C. Chest w/ Reed Carved Accents Side Doors w/Storage

Located in Atlanta, GA

A wonderful French bleached-wood carved chest of drawers from the 18th century. This antique

Category

Antique 18th Century French Buffets

Materials

Wood

A Very Unique French 18th C. Chest w/ Reed Carved Accents Side Doors w/Storage

$8,400

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Carved Wood Buffet For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the carved wood buffet you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every carved wood buffet was constructed with great care. Find 212 options for an antique or vintage carved wood buffet now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect carved wood buffet — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each carved wood buffet bearing Louis XV, Louis XVI or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Aaron Scott Design, Auffray Furniture and Copeland each produced at least one beautiful carved wood buffet that is worth considering.

How Much is a Carved Wood Buffet?

A carved wood buffet can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,799, while the lowest priced sells for $950 and the highest can go for as much as $44,000.

Finding the Right Buffets for You

For get-togethers or large celebratory meals in your already sumptuous dining area, a charming and durable vintage, new or antique buffet, with its decorative and practical features, can truly elevate the experience.

Although often used as a synonym for “sideboard,” a buffet technically possesses a tiered or shelved superstructure for displaying decorative kitchenware. The term derives from buffet à deux corps, a piece that is seen mostly in French Provincial furniture. And while the terms “case pieces” and “case goods” may cause even the most decor-obsessed to stumble, these furnishings — which include buffets, credenzas, cupboards and other must-have items — have been a vital part of the home for centuries.

Buffets are the ideal place to keep serveware and larger serving pieces that you’d rather have tucked away when not in use. They’re typically long and low and can be the perfect option for serving food as well as storing your porcelain and making your space tidy and organized. Feel free to dress up your buffet between meals with decorative objects or stacks of art books.

A buffet can be positioned in your living room, entryway or hall if space allows. But if you intend to permanently pair your case piece with your dining room table, when shopping for your vintage buffet you’ll definitely want to think about your dining room’s space restrictions. Allow for at least two feet of space between your buffet and your table so that guests can easily move to and fro as needed, and a buffet that is convenient for serving food should be as high as a kitchen counter if possible.

If you’re looking for inspiration for your home bar or dining area, find Art Deco buffets, mid-century modern buffets, Hollywood Regency buffets and other varieties on 1stDibs today.

Questions About Carved Wood Buffet

What are the types of wood carving?
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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.
What is Japanese wood carving?
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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?
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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 Jepara wood carving?
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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.
What is a Paete wood carving?
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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.
How do you identify wood carvings?
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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 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.
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 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 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 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.

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