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 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.

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.

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

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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

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

Minimal Style Insigne Armchair Sculpted in walnut wood finish, textiles seating

$2,300 / item

Minimal Style Insigne Armchair Sculpted in walnut solid wood finish, textiles

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

orchestrated collection, prioritizing supreme comfort for its users. The base, skillfully carved from solid

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

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

Minimal Style Insigne Armchair Sculpted in walnut solid wood finish, textiles

$2,300 / item

Aurora stool, walnut solid wood finish, solid 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, walnut solid wood finish, solid back, camel leather seating

$900 / item

Minimal Style, Bar or Counter Stool in Solid Wood, Textiles or Leather Seatings

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

wood sections create a rhythm that is architectural yet fluid. Every element is guided by the golden

Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Leather, Textile, Hardwood, Wood, Cane

Minimal Style, Bar or Counter Stool in Solid Wood, Textiles or Leather Seatings

$900 / item

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Carved and Painted Vanity Stool

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful 19th century French Louis XVI style carved and painted vanity stool. Featuring nice

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Benches

Materials

Cane, Wood

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Carved and Painted Vanity Stool

$2,950

Wonderfuf Arts Crafts Cane and Umbrella Stand w. Embossed Peacock Sculptures

Located in Lisse, NL

Rare, beautiful quality and highly decorative brass & copper Arts & Crafts stand. Looking for a stylish and practical antique to upgrade your entrance? This entirely handcrafted, e...

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Copper

Wonderfuf Arts Crafts Cane and Umbrella Stand w. Embossed Peacock Sculptures

$1,859

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

$1,250 / item

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

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, leather seat and back

$2,300 / item

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

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, leather seat and back

$2,300 / item

Aurora stool, walnut solid wood finish, solid 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, walnut solid wood finish, solid back, off white textiles seating

$900 / item

Aurora stool, walnut solid wood finish, solid back black natural 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, walnut solid wood finish, solid back black natural leather seating

$900 / item

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

$1,550 / item

Bergère Bed: US King, Hand Carved in the Louis XVI Style by La Maison London

Located in London, Park Royal

. The bed's frame is embellished with finely, hand-carved 'egg and dart' work, French beading, and

Category

2010s British Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Cane, Wood, Paint

Bergère Bed: US King, Hand Carved in the Louis XVI Style by La Maison London

$15,112

Set of Four Vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian Coat Wall Hooks in Wood and Straw

Located in Firenze, IT

Set of four vintage mid-century modern Italian coat wall hooks in solid wood and woven cane. Each

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Straw, Cane, Wood, Poplar

Set of Four Vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian Coat Wall Hooks in Wood and Straw

$935 / set

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

$1,550 / item

A Handsome Pair of 19th Century Anglo-Indian Padouk Wood Armchairs, Circa 1830

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A very handsome pair of 19th century Anglo-Indian armchairs, showing richly figured padouk wood

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Armchairs

Materials

Padouk

A Handsome Pair of 19th Century Anglo-Indian Padouk Wood Armchairs, Circa 1830

$3,200 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Fratelli Boffi French Louis XV Style Gold Gray Suede Cane Bergere Arm Chair

By Fratelli Boffi

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Fratelli Boffi French Louis XV Style Chair. Item features Solid Carved Wood Frame, Caned

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Armchairs

Materials

Suede, Wood

Fratelli Boffi French Louis XV Style Gold Gray Suede Cane Bergere Arm Chair

$595

19th Century French Hand Carved Set of Chair and Armchair in Louis XV Style

Located in Sofia, BG

French set of a chair and an armchair hand carved and painted in green and red cream lacquered wood

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

19th Century French Hand Carved Set of Chair and Armchair in Louis XV Style

$2,231 / set

Set of 8 Louis XVI Beech Wood Side Chairs

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 8 Louis XVI (circa 1790) carved beech wood cane back side chairs with turned fluted legs and

Category

Antique 1790s French Louis XVI Side Chairs

Materials

Beech, Cane, Leather

Set of 8 Louis XVI Beech Wood Side Chairs

$20,000 / set

Jacques Adnet Black Foldable Valet in Ebonized Wood

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Barcelona, ES

Adnet, This stunning valet or coat stand is entirely made by hand with bamboo canes and carved wood. It

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Jacques Adnet Black Foldable Valet in Ebonized Wood

$4,199

Italian Mid-Century Modern, Mirrored Wall Sconces, Brass, Wood, Italy, 1940s

Located in Manhasset, NY

wood backings, which enhance their reflective quality and add depth to the design. The carved wood

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Italian Mid-Century Modern, Mirrored Wall Sconces, Brass, Wood, Italy, 1940s

$3,500 / set

Pair of Neoclassical Style Rams Head Bergere Chairs

Located in New York, NY

and sides with a solid wood, white painted frame. Carved ram's head to the front of the arms.

Category

Vintage 1960s Neoclassical Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pair of Neoclassical Style Rams Head Bergere Chairs

$6,270 / set

Set of Four French 18th Century Painted Side Chairs with Liberal Arts Allegory

Located in Atlanta, GA

A set of four French painted wood side chairs from the 18th century, with carved Liberal Arts

Category

Antique 18th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Set of Four French 18th Century Painted Side Chairs with Liberal Arts Allegory

$8,700 / set

French Provincial Wooden Side / Dining Armchair

Located in Queens, NY

French Provincial (20th century) rustic style armchair with carved faux tree branch design having

Category

20th Century French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Wood

French Provincial Wooden Side / Dining Armchair

$1,200

Late 19th Century French Painted Hotel Lobby Entry Stand with Umbrella Holders

Located in Fayetteville, AR

Originally used in a French hotel lobby to accomodate guests, this hand carved stand is painted

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass, Zinc

Late 19th Century French Painted Hotel Lobby Entry Stand with Umbrella Holders

$2,195

Rare and Magnificent Mid 19th Century Brazilian Empire Grand Settee

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

baronial furniture. Carved from richly grained hardwood, the settee showcases an intricate interplay of

Category

Antique 1850s Brazilian Empire Settees

Materials

Cane, Wood

Rare and Magnificent Mid 19th Century Brazilian Empire Grand Settee

$6,700

Pair of Spanish Colonial Revival Throne Chairs, Early 20th Century

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

and aristocratic interiors of Latin America. Carved in rich tropical hardwood with a deep, warm patina

Category

Early 20th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pair of Spanish Colonial Revival Throne Chairs, Early 20th Century

$6,200 / set

Set of 6 Vintage Italian Baroque Style Dining Room Side Chairs

Located in Sheffield, MA

A special set of 6 carved wood Italian baroque or Swedish Rococo style dining chairs, upholstered

Category

20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 6 Vintage Italian Baroque Style Dining Room Side Chairs

$6,400 / set

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Gilt Gueridon

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

with veins of burnt orange running through. The giltwood table frame is artfully carved with a

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Gold Leaf

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Gilt Gueridon

$2,600

Pair of 18th Century Style Armchair in the Italian Taste

Located in Palm Beach, FL

woven cane back, with antique grey patina finish; William R. Eubanks interior design inc. Exclusive

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Baroque Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of 18th Century Style Armchair in the Italian Taste

$3,500 Sale Price

21% Off

Industrial Mocha chair DUV with arm Cocoa leather handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

Murmurio's chair with arm DUV sturdy iron structure provides a solid foundation, while the intricately woven rattan backrest, supported by an ashwood frame, adds a touch of natural b...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Chairs

Materials

Iron

Industrial Mocha chair DUV with arm Cocoa leather handcrafted by Murmurio

$2,363 / item

Industrial chair DUV with arm Coral leather handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

Murmurio's chair with arm DUV sturdy iron structure provides a solid foundation, while the intricately woven rattan backrest, supported by an ashwood frame, adds a touch of natural b...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Chairs

Materials

Iron

Industrial chair DUV with arm Coral leather handcrafted by Murmurio

$2,363 / item

Industrial chair DUV with arm Cocoa leather handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

Murmurio's chair with arm DUV sturdy iron structure provides a solid foundation, while the intricately woven rattan backrest, supported by an ashwood frame, adds a touch of natural b...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Chairs

Materials

Iron

Industrial chair DUV with arm Cocoa leather handcrafted by Murmurio

$2,363 / item

Anglo-Indian Inlaid Plantation Chair with Scrolling Foliage and Extending Arms

Located in Atlanta, GA

An Anglo-Indian wood and cane plantation chair from the early 20th century, with foliage-themed

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Cane

Anglo-Indian Inlaid Plantation Chair with Scrolling Foliage and Extending Arms

$11,000

Industrial chair DUV with arm Cream leather handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

Murmurio's chair with arm DUV sturdy iron structure provides a solid foundation, while the intricately woven rattan backrest, supported by an ashwood frame, adds a touch of natural b...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Chairs

Materials

Iron

Industrial chair DUV with arm Cream leather handcrafted by Murmurio

$2,363 / item

Unusual Pair Oversized French Bergeres Chairs / Louis XV Style

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Buffalo, NY

Unusual Pair Oversized French Bergeres Chairs / Louis XV Style... Amazing quality , style and design. Exquisitely re-upholstered,Extremely comfortable. Seldom seen 5-leg design. Hand...

Category

Vintage 1950s American French Provincial Bergere Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Wood

Unusual Pair Oversized French Bergeres Chairs / Louis XV Style

$3,480 / set

English Charles II Walnut Armchair

Located in Queens, NY

English Charles II style caned and walnut armchair with vertically slatted back above S-scroll legs

Category

Antique 19th Century English Charles II Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood, Walnut

English Charles II Walnut Armchair

$7,500

Industrial armchair DUV with arms Forest Velvet handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

Murmurio's armchair with arm DUV sturdy iron structure provides a solid foundation, while the intricately woven rattan backrest, supported by an ashwood frame, adds a touch of natura...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Industrial armchair DUV with arms Forest Velvet handcrafted by Murmurio

$3,359 / item

Industrial armchair DUV with arms Concrete leather handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

Murmurio's armchair with arm DUV sturdy iron structure provides a solid foundation, while the intricately woven rattan backrest, supported by an ashwood frame, adds a touch of natura...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Industrial armchair DUV with arms Concrete leather handcrafted by Murmurio

$3,359 / item

Industrial armchair DUV with arms Cocoa leather handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

Murmurio's armchair with arm DUV sturdy iron structure provides a solid foundation, while the intricately woven rattan backrest, supported by an ashwood frame, adds a touch of natura...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Industrial armchair DUV with arms Cocoa leather handcrafted by Murmurio

$3,359 / item

Industrial armchair DUV without arms Forest velvet handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

Murmurio's armchair without arms DUV sturdy iron structure provides a solid foundation, while the intricately woven rattan backrest, supported by an ashwood frame, adds a touch of na...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Industrial armchair DUV without arms Forest velvet handcrafted by Murmurio

$2,747 / item

Industrial armchair DUV without arms Concrete leather handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

Murmurio's armchair without arms DUV sturdy iron structure provides a solid foundation, while the intricately woven rattan backrest, supported by an ashwood frame, adds a touch of na...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Industrial armchair DUV without arms Concrete leather handcrafted by Murmurio

$2,747 / item

Industrial armchair DUV without arms Cocoa leather handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

Murmurio's armchair without arms DUV sturdy iron structure provides a solid foundation, while the intricately woven rattan backrest, supported by an ashwood frame, adds a touch of na...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Industrial armchair DUV without arms Cocoa leather handcrafted by Murmurio

$2,747 / item

Industrial Settee DUV Cherry velvet handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

The DUV Settee is more than just a piece of furniture; it’s a harmonious blend of industrial strength and natural beauty. The iron structure provides exceptional durability and stabi...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Sofas

Materials

Iron

Industrial Settee DUV Cherry velvet handcrafted by Murmurio

$5,903 / item

Industrial Settee DUV Forest velvet handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

The DUV Settee is more than just a piece of furniture; it’s a harmonious blend of industrial strength and natural beauty. The iron structure provides exceptional durability and stabi...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Sofas

Materials

Iron

Industrial Settee DUV Forest velvet handcrafted by Murmurio

$5,903 / item

Industrial Settee DUV Concrete leather handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

The DUV Settee is more than just a piece of furniture; it’s a harmonious blend of industrial strength and natural beauty. The iron structure provides exceptional durability and stabi...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Sofas

Materials

Iron

Industrial Settee DUV Concrete leather handcrafted by Murmurio

$5,903 / item

Industrial Settee DUV Cocoa leather handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

The DUV Settee is more than just a piece of furniture; it’s a harmonious blend of industrial strength and natural beauty. The iron structure provides exceptional durability and stabi...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Sofas

Materials

Iron

Industrial Settee DUV Cocoa leather handcrafted by Murmurio

$5,903 / item

Early 19th Century Rare Ladder Back Chairs with Herringbone Seats Set of 6

Located in Louisville, KY

hardwood, each of these chairs has been hand-carved with hand-woven herringbone cane seats. With a

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Country Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Early 19th Century Rare Ladder Back Chairs with Herringbone Seats Set of 6

$4,800 / set

Typical Dutch Pair Antique Rush-Seat Oak Corner Bobbin Side Knitting Chairs 1900

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

possibilities. Both chairs are in good vintage condition, With some normal signs of use on the cane and some

Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Country Corner Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood, Oak

Typical Dutch Pair Antique Rush-Seat Oak Corner Bobbin Side Knitting Chairs 1900

$2,393 / set

Antique Near Pair of Handcrafted, Chinese Folding Traveller’s Chairs W. Webbing

Located in Lisse, NL

and look at. Both these chairs come with an intricately hand-carved frame with floral motifs and they

Category

Early 20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Antique Near Pair of Handcrafted, Chinese Folding Traveller’s Chairs W. Webbing

$1,109 / set

Industrial DUV Bench Cream leather handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

The DUV Bench is more than just a piece of furniture; it’s a harmonious blend of industrial strength and natural beauty. The iron structure provides exceptional durability and stabil...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Benches

Materials

Iron

Industrial DUV Bench Cream leather handcrafted by Murmurio

$2,147 / item

Industrial Settee DUV Cream leather handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

The DUV Settee is more than just a piece of furniture; it’s a harmonious blend of industrial strength and natural beauty. The iron structure provides exceptional durability and stabi...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Sofas

Materials

Iron

Industrial Settee DUV Cream leather handcrafted by Murmurio

$5,903 / item

Industrial armchair DUV without arms Cream leather handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

Murmurio's armchair without arms DUV sturdy iron structure provides a solid foundation, while the intricately woven rattan backrest, supported by an ashwood frame, adds a touch of na...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Industrial armchair DUV without arms Cream leather handcrafted by Murmurio

$2,747 / item

Industrial armchair DUV with half arm Cream leather handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

Murmurio's armchair with arm DUV sturdy iron structure provides a solid foundation, while the intricately woven rattan backrest, supported by an ashwood frame, adds a touch of natura...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Industrial armchair DUV with half arm Cream leather handcrafted by Murmurio

$2,951 / item

Industrial armchair DUV with arms Cream leather handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

Murmurio's armchair with arm DUV sturdy iron structure provides a solid foundation, while the intricately woven rattan backrest, supported by an ashwood frame, adds a touch of natura...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Industrial armchair DUV with arms Cream leather handcrafted by Murmurio

$3,359 / item

Pair of mid 20th century woven plant stands

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

cane plant stands. Made using traditional techniques of weaving between wooden pegs to form a circular

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Rustic Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pair of mid 20th century woven plant stands

$1,307 / set

Industrial Mist Rose Finish Stool DUV with Cream fabric handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

The DUV stool is more than just a piece of furniture; it’s a harmonious blend of industrial strength and natural beauty. The iron structure provides exceptional durability and stabil...

Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Stools

Materials

Iron

Industrial Mist Rose Finish Stool DUV with Cream fabric handcrafted by Murmurio

$2,291 / item

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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?
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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?
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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 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.
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.
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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