What is the best wood for a walking cane?

There are many types of wood used for walking canes. When choosing wood for a walking cane it is important to consider its weight, durability, availability and appearance. Find a collection of antique and vintage wooden walking canes on 1stDibs today.

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 Canes

Antique Walking Canes

Walnut And Cane Chair

Cane Handle

Louis Xv Cane Back Chairs

Solid Wood Block

Cane Furniture England

Hand Carved Walking Stick

19th Century Cane Back Chair

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Set of 10 Antique Italian Carved Walnut and Caned Dining Chairs, Circa 1880

$6,800 / set

19th Century Painted Sheild Back Ribbon Carved Cane Open Armchairs

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

19th century painted and carved ribbon cane back open armchairs painted in a soft pale Swedish gray

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Louis XV Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

19th Century Painted Sheild Back Ribbon Carved Cane Open Armchairs

$1,498 Sale Price / set

39% Off

Antique Carved Sofa with Cane Sides , Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

time ago - Pillows filled with real feather - Carved linden wood frame - heigh of seat 60 cm

Category

Antique Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Carved Sofa with Cane Sides , Czechoslovakia

$4,559

Antique Cane Carved With A Dog s Head, Circa 1900

Located in Bilzen, BE

Elegant carved wooden walking stick dating from around 1900, adorned with a finely crafted dog's

Category

Early 20th Century French Folk Art Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Wood

Antique Cane Carved With A Dog s Head, Circa 1900

$551

British Colonial Carved and Cane Settee with Swan Neck Back and Scrolling Arms

Located in Yonkers, NY

A British Colonial carved wooden settee with swan neck back and out-scrolling arms, cane seat and

Category

Early 20th Century Southeast Asian British Colonial Settees

Materials

Cane, Wood

British Colonial Carved and Cane Settee with Swan Neck Back and Scrolling Arms

$6,500

Carved Black Forest Style Cane Stand with Bear Figure

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A very solid black forest style bear carving serving as a cane and umbrella stand. A standing bear

Category

20th Century Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Carved Black Forest Style Cane Stand with Bear Figure

$2,900

Aurora stool, black solid wood, black caning back, black natural leather

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

preferred service. Pieces are configurable with solid wood backs, cane backs, textile backs, and seating

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

Aurora stool, black solid wood, black caning back, black natural leather

$900 / item

Pair Of Carved Mahogany And Cane Library Chairs

Located in Cheshire, GB

with expertly hand-woven cane panels, creating a light, airy profile while maintaining strength and

Category

Early 20th Century British Bergere Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair Of Carved Mahogany And Cane Library Chairs

$3,372 / set

19th Century French Hand Carved Dining Chairs in Louis XVI Style with Cane Seats

Located in Sofia, BG

19th Century French hand carved dining chairs delicately hand painted in light grey with original

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

19th Century French Hand Carved Dining Chairs in Louis XVI Style with Cane Seats

$1,055 / item

Caned Settee with Leather Back and Seat Cushions with Wood Frame

By LF Upholstery

Located in Brooklyn, NY

details. Wood frame with caned arms and back and shown in dark wood stain. All hand carved and upholstered

Category

2010s American American Classical Settees

Materials

Cane, Walnut, Lacquer

Caned Settee with Leather Back and Seat Cushions with Wood Frame

$6,000 Sale Price / item

20% Off

Antique Carved Celluloid Turkey Head Walking Stick Cane

Located in Norton, MA

Antique Carved Celluloid Turkey Head Walking Stick Cane with a flexible shaft (heavy)and silver

Category

Early 20th Century English Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Silver

Antique Carved Celluloid Turkey Head Walking Stick Cane

$850

Modern Style Aurora armchair Sculpted in solid wood, caning back, leather seat

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

crafts a masterpiece that transcends norms, capturing a unique essence. Carved from solid wood blocks

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

Modern Style Aurora armchair Sculpted in solid wood, caning back, leather seat

$2,300 / item

Modern Style Aurora armchair Sculpted in solid wood, caning back, leather seat

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

crafts a masterpiece that transcends norms, capturing a unique essence. Carved from solid wood blocks

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

Modern Style Aurora armchair Sculpted in solid wood, caning back, leather seat

$2,300 / item

Aurora stool, light honey solid wood, natural caning back, black natural leather

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

preferred service. Pieces are configurable with solid wood backs, cane backs, textile backs, and seating

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

Aurora stool, light honey solid wood, natural caning back, black natural leather

$900 / item

Aurora stool, black solid wood, black caning back, off white textiles seating

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

preferred service. Pieces are configurable with solid wood backs, cane backs, textile backs, and seating

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

Aurora stool, black solid wood, black caning back, off white textiles seating

$900 / item

Aurora stool, light honey solid wood, natural caning back, camel leather seating

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

preferred service. Pieces are configurable with solid wood backs, cane backs, textile backs, and seating

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

Aurora stool, light honey solid wood, natural caning back, camel leather seating

$900 / item

Post-Modern Style stool, black solid wood, cane back, camel leather seating

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

preferred service. Pieces are configurable with solid wood backs, cane backs, textile backs, and seating

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

Post-Modern Style stool, black solid wood, cane back, camel leather seating

$900 / item

Aurora stool, light honey solid wood, natural caning back, cream textile seating

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

preferred service. Pieces are configurable with solid wood backs, cane backs, textile backs, and seating

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

Aurora stool, light honey solid wood, natural caning back, cream textile seating

$900 / item

Modern Style Aurora office chair in solid wood, caning back, leather seat

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

remarkable collection crafts a masterpiece that transcends norms, capturing a unique essence. Carved from

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

Modern Style Aurora office chair in solid wood, caning back, leather seat

$1,550 / item

Pair of Faux Rope Carved Wood Chairs

By Casa Stradivari

Located in Rochester, NY

wood frames ( either beech / maple ) cane backs and woven natural palm seats in overall beautiful

Category

Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Cane

Pair of Faux Rope Carved Wood Chairs

$550 / set

Modern Style Aurora office chair in solid wood, caning back, leather seat

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

remarkable collection crafts a masterpiece that transcends norms, capturing a unique essence. Carved from

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

Modern Style Aurora office chair in solid wood, caning back, leather seat

$1,550 / item

Folk Art Carved Walking Cane, Snakes and Fish

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Folk Art carved walking cane with hand, 2 snakes and fish. Cane measures 7" wide, 7" deep and 38.25

Category

Vintage 1940s American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Folk Art Carved Walking Cane, Snakes and Fish

$995

Antique Carved Wing Chair with Cane Sides , Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

time ago - Pillows filled with real feathers - carved linden wood frame - heigh of seat 56 cm

Category

Antique Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Carved Wing Chair with Cane Sides , Czechoslovakia

$2,159

Teak Wood Settee from Madura with Folding Back, Looping Arms and Cane Seat

Located in Yonkers, NY

A great example of early 20th-century Indonesian craftsmanship, this teak wood settee blends

Category

20th Century Indonesian Settees

Materials

Teak, Cane

Teak Wood Settee from Madura with Folding Back, Looping Arms and Cane Seat

$2,750

Post-Modern Style Aurora Chair in Sculpted Solid Wood with Cane Back and Leather

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

wood blocks we have created delicate shapes that rotate in multiple axis, sculpted and worked with

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

Post-Modern Style Aurora Chair in Sculpted Solid Wood with Cane Back and Leather

$1,250 / item

Post Modern Stool in Solid Wood, Caning Back and Seat, Counter or Bar Height

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

wood blocks we have created delicate shapes that rotate in multiple axis, sculpted and worked with

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

Post Modern Stool in Solid Wood, Caning Back and Seat, Counter or Bar Height

$1,250 / item

Post Modern Stool in Solid Wood, Cane Back and Leather, Counter or Bar Height

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

wood blocks we have created delicate shapes that rotate in multiple axis, sculpted and worked with

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

Post Modern Stool in Solid Wood, Cane Back and Leather, Counter or Bar Height

$1,250 / item

Antique Carved Bone Bulldog Head Walking Stick Cane Signed

Located in Norton, MA

Antique English carved bone bulldog-handled cane with sterling collar, hallmarks of Birmingham 1918

Category

Early 20th Century English Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Silver

Antique Carved Bone Bulldog Head Walking Stick Cane Signed

$1,500

19th Century French Hand Carved Dining Chairs with Cane Backs, circa 1870

Located in Sofia, BG

Six 19th century dining chairs in Louis XVI style made of hand-painted wood with cane backs and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

19th Century French Hand Carved Dining Chairs with Cane Backs, circa 1870

$801 Sale Price / item

24% Off

Antique hand-carved Bench done in style of Louis XVI with hand-woven cane seat

Located in Beograd, RS

style. It features a hand-woven cane seat and rich ornaments carved into wood typical for the second

Category

Antique 1870s French Louis XVI Settees

Materials

Cane, Wood

Antique hand-carved Bench done in style of Louis XVI with hand-woven cane seat

$3,539

Carved French Louis XVI-Style Occasional Table with Cane Stretcher

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

, on ivory painted base showing natural wear, its rope-carved apron raised on rosette-headed, round

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Candle Stands

Materials

Breccia Marble

Carved French Louis XVI-Style Occasional Table with Cane Stretcher

$3,450

French Louis XV Style Caned Bergère Armchair

Located in Montreal, Quebec

curves and hand carved. The graceful walnut frame is complimented with caning on all sides which gives a

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Wood

French Louis XV Style Caned Bergère Armchair

$3,600

Vintage Caned Italian Settee with Pickled Finish

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

caned backrest, centered with an oval rosette. Downswept arms ending in scrolls, on foliate-carved

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Wood

Vintage Caned Italian Settee with Pickled Finish

$3,850

English Regency Style Caned Bergere With Leather Seat

Located in Bridgeport, CT

and casters and splayed back legs with brass casters. The bergere with caned sides and back, C-scroll

Category

Antique 19th Century Regency Bergere Chairs

Materials

Brass

English Regency Style Caned Bergere With Leather Seat

$2,295

19th Century French Antique Hand Carved and Painted Cane Bench, Louis XVI Style

Located in Sofia, BG

French antique hand carved and painted cane bench in Louis XVI style. There is a pair of side

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Benches

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Antique Hand Carved and Painted Cane Bench, Louis XVI Style

$2,465 Sale Price

25% Off

Wooden cane - handle is carved with the face of a bearded man

Located in Leuven , BE

Wooden cane - handle is carved with the face of a bearded man

Category

20th Century British Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Wooden cane - handle is carved with the face of a bearded man

$179

A finely Carved Boxwood Cane Handle in the Form of a Gnome

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A finely Carved Boxwood Cane Handle in the Form of a Gnome, with articulated features and inset

Category

20th Century Carnival Art

Materials

Wood

A finely Carved Boxwood Cane Handle in the Form of a Gnome

$2,400

Kindel Furniture French Regency Cherry Wood and Cane Dining Chairs, Set of Four

By Kindel Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

Carved cherry wood frames, with caned seat backs, and yellow needlepoint upholstered seats. Measures

Category

Vintage 1960s American Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Cherry

Kindel Furniture French Regency Cherry Wood and Cane Dining Chairs, Set of Four

$1,595 / set

Antique wooden armchair with cane seat, France ca. 1900

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 1900 / chair / wood, cane / Romantic / Antique / Rustic French antique armchair in

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Antique wooden armchair with cane seat, France ca. 1900

$898

Antique French Cane Bed Louis XV Style King Size

Located in Buxton, GB

Exquisite Antique French-Style Cane Bed Bring a touch of timeless elegance and European charm to

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique French Cane Bed Louis XV Style King Size

$4,817

LUI 5A Hand Caned Gray Lead Leaf Armchair composed of Pentagons

By Philippe Bestenheider, Fratelli Boffi

Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza

effortlessly blends the richness of tradition with the sleekness of modern design. The single cane weaving adds

Category

2010s Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Silver Leaf

LUI 5A Hand Caned Gray Lead Leaf Armchair composed of Pentagons

$7,463 / item

Elegant Pair of French Carved Caned Tub Chairs In The Louis XVI Style

Located in Cheshire, GB

antique charm. The shaped backs and sweeping arms are richly adorned with finely carved floral garlands

Category

Early 20th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Elegant Pair of French Carved Caned Tub Chairs In The Louis XVI Style

$5,299

English Victorian Monkey Head Cane

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian walking cane with light wood shaft and handle carved as monkey head with metal

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Sports Equipment and Memorab...

Materials

Wood

English Victorian Monkey Head Cane

$975

Sugar Cane Press Round Solid Mango Wood Side Table, Modern Organic, Burnt

By Asian Modern

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

Inspired by the intricate mechanisms of a sugar cane press, this captivating wood side table merges

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Fruitwood

Sugar Cane Press Round Solid Mango Wood Side Table, Modern Organic, Burnt

$1,400 / item

Antique Baule Tribal Horned Mask from Ivory Coast, Hand-Carved African Wood Art

Located in Wembley, GB

A remarkable rare Baule portrait mask from the Ivory Coast, this finely hand-carved tribal piece

Category

Antique Early 1900s Ivorian Art Deco Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Agate

Antique Baule Tribal Horned Mask from Ivory Coast, Hand-Carved African Wood Art

$1,472 / item

Doctor s Pomander Cane

Located in New York, NY

Carved wood doctor's cane with silver pomander handle for diffusing scents. Cane intricately carved

Category

Antique 19th Century Folk Art More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Wood

Doctor s Pomander Cane

$1,950

Sabaudia Brown Curved Armchair in Walnut with Caned Back and Bronzed Metal Tips

By Fratelli Boffi

Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza

and a masterful play of wood and materials. The chair's aesthetic journey begins with its streamlined

Category

2010s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Sabaudia Brown Curved Armchair in Walnut with Caned Back and Bronzed Metal Tips

$4,138 / item

Pair of Decorative Maison Jansen Style French 1940s Caned Sofas

Located in London, GB

A fabulous pair of large 1940s Maison Jansen style sofas. Crafted from hand carved wood with caned

Category

Vintage 1940s French Belle Époque Sofas

Materials

Cane, Wood, Paint

Pair of Decorative Maison Jansen Style French 1940s Caned Sofas

$14,796 / set

Rare Cherry Wood Cane With Concealed Glass "Flask" Inserted In Shaft. Circa 1875

Located in Incline Village, NV

of The Foundation of The House of Hess. This cane is rare because; for the original TWO FOOT LONG

Category

Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Crystal

Rare Cherry Wood Cane With Concealed Glass "Flask" Inserted In Shaft. Circa 1875

$1,800

Set of 3 Mid-Century Wood Cane Horseshoe Back Swivel Stools with Leather Seats

Located in Queens, NY

SET of 3 Mid-Century French style wooden swivel bar stools with curved arms, 3-section caned backs

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Brass

Set of 3 Mid-Century Wood Cane Horseshoe Back Swivel Stools with Leather Seats

$3,750 / set

English 19th C. Children s Teak Cane Chairs -Great Decor Accents or Display!

Located in Atlanta, GA

seat and backs with curvy teak wood frames. The carved teak arms curl into scrolled knuckles. The legs

Category

Antique 19th Century English Children s Furniture

Materials

Cane, Wood, Teak

English 19th C. Children s Teak Cane Chairs -Great Decor Accents or Display!

$3,250 / set

Louis XVI Style Walnut Caned Needlepoint Lounge Chairs

Located in Tarry Town, NY

fine quality and beautifully hand carved and hand woven with wood frame floral decoration set of

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Wood, Walnut

Louis XVI Style Walnut Caned Needlepoint Lounge Chairs

$6,000 / set

Chinese Chippendale Pagoda Lattice Back White Painted Armchair with Caned Seat

Located in Miami, FL

Chinese Chippendale Pagoda Lattice Back White Painted Armchair with Caned Seat Offered for sale is

Category

Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Chinese Chippendale Pagoda Lattice Back White Painted Armchair with Caned Seat

$1,049

19th Century French Gilt Wood Hand Carved Round Side Table in Louis XVI Style

Located in Sofia, BG

19th Century French gilt wood hand carved round side table in Louis XVI style with second cane

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Marble

19th Century French Gilt Wood Hand Carved Round Side Table in Louis XVI Style

$1,142 Sale Price

20% Off

Two-tier Cane coffee table custom-made in France, 1980s

Located in Lyon, FR

wood, is complemented by handwoven cane panels and smoked glass surfaces, resulting in a warm, organic

Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Cane, Smoked Glass, Wood

Two-tier Cane coffee table custom-made in France, 1980s

$1,679

Vintage Regency Cane Fireside Fauteuil Chair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

. Handcrafted with a beautifully carved wood frame and a sculpted caned back, this piece captures the timeless

Category

Mid-20th Century American Regency Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane

Vintage Regency Cane Fireside Fauteuil Chair

$1,250

Mid Century Modern Set of 6 Carved and Caned Walnut Dining Chairs 1970 s

Located in Opa Locka, FL

1970s Set of 6 Mid Century Modern Carved Wood and Caned Dining Chairs. These are beautiful chairs

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Modern Set of 6 Carved and Caned Walnut Dining Chairs 1970 s

$1,860 Sale Price

20% Off

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Carved Wood Canes For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of carved wood canes is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct carved wood canes — often made from wood, natural fiber and cane — can elevate any home. We have 404 antique and vintage carved wood canes in-stock, while there are 8 modern editions to choose from as well. Carved wood canes have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Carved wood canes are generally popular furniture pieces, but Louis XVI, Louis XV and Folk Art styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Carved wood canes have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Henredon, La Maison London and James Mont are consistently popular.

How Much are Carved Wood Canes?

Carved wood canes can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,400, while the lowest priced sells for $250 and the highest can go for as much as $48,176.

Questions About Carved Wood Canes

What is the best wood for a walking cane?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
There are many types of wood used for walking canes. When choosing wood for a walking cane it is important to consider its weight, durability, availability and appearance. Find a collection of antique and vintage wooden walking canes on 1stDibs today.
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.
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?
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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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