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French Louis XIV Boulle Marquetry Tortoiseshell Gilt Bronze Inkwell Desk Stand
Located in Forney, TX
veneered shaped solid wood case desk stand and flanked by a pair of inset inkwells retaining their original
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Inkwells

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu, Brass

18th Century Carved Cherrywood Commode Scriban from Bordeaux, France
Located in Dallas, TX
four cabriole legs that support the desk. Both front feet have been carved with volute terminals, while
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Desks

Materials

Wood, Cherry

Antique Italian Neoclassical Painted and Découpage Ladies Desk, Circa 1890
Located in Dallas, TX
Known as a bonheur du jour, this beautiful Italian ladies desk dates to circa 1890. Bonheur du jour
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Desks

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of Black Carved and Painted Nyala Style Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
often carved either from mahogany or walnut and painted black. Made in the 21st Century. The design of
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gothic Revival English Desk of Bleached Oak with Linenfold Motifs, circa 1830
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English bleached oak Gothic Revival desk with linenfold motifs from the first half of the 19th
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Antique Early 19th Century English Gothic Revival Desks

Materials

Wood, Oak

PAW I Modern Book Holder I Walnut Wood Book Holder Lion Paw
By VandaVee
Located in London, GB
Hand-Carved Solid Wood Paw Bookend with Persian Khatam Inlay – Contemporary Decorative Object
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Walnut

Art Déco Wooden Desk with Parchment Cover Designed by J.M. Frank for Comte S.A.
By Comte S.A., Jean-Michel Frank
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th century Art Déco wooden desk with parchment paper cover designed by Jean-Michel Frank
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Early 20th Century Argentine Art Deco Desks

Materials

Enamel

Modern Ash and Faux Leather Desk with Three Drawers by Hastening Designs, 2010
By Hastening Designs
Located in Middleburg, VA
A sleek and refined custom contemporary desk designed and fabricated by Hastening Designs. Crafted
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks

Materials

Metal, Steel

Mid-Century Double-Sided Teak "#12" Desk by K.B. Simonsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik
By Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century double-sided freestanding "No. 12" teak desk by K.B. Simonsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Teak, Hardwood

Late 19th Century Black Forest Carved Inkwell and Pen Rest with Bear
By Brienz Switzerland
Located in Barntrup, DE
, linden wood inkwell is masterfully carved and features a detailed figure of a bear with glass eyes. The
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Inkwells

Materials

Glass, Wood

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
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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
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
remarkable collection crafts a masterpiece that transcends norms, capturing a unique essence. Carved from
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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
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

Early French Louis XVI Hand-Carved Giltwood Clock
Located in Tampa, FL
domed arch, and a classical female figure standing above the clock face, all entirely hand carved in
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Antique 1790s French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Enamel

Chic Stylish Mercier Frères, Paris Nutwood and Gilt Bronze Ladies Writing Desk
By Mercier Freres
Located in Lisse, NL
Finest quality and stunning design Louis XVI style desk, circa 1890. Owning and using top quality
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks

Materials

Bronze

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
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

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

Stylish French, Napoleon III Fine Ladies Writing Desk with Wine / Bacchus Theme
Located in Lisse, NL
Fine quality and great design Napoleon III desk with large drawer and bronze angels. This
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Desks

Materials

Bronze, Brass

19th Century Boulle Ormolu and Ebony Bureau Plat/Desk by Mathieu Béfort, France
By Befort Jeune, Mathieu Béfort, André-Charles Boulle
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 19th century Regency Boulle-style ormolu and ebony wood bureau plat/desk by Mathieu Béfort
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Antique 1880s French Regency Desks

Materials

Metal, Silver, Bronze, Copper, Ormolu

21st Century Brocart Dressing Table with Hand-carved Legs
By Jumbo Collection
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
-carved legs and decorative frame finished in antique gold with patina J288O. Structure in lacquered wood
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XVI Desks

Materials

Wood

Louis XV Antique Boulle Clock Set Black Wood and Gild Bronze 19th century
By Japy Frères
Located in Sweden, SE
.). Antique desk mantel (shelf, desk) clock set with pair candelabra. Size clock itself app.: 53.4 cm (roughly
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Antique Late 19th Century Baroque Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Pair of English Console Tables, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Pair of English circa 1940's mahogany console/desk tables with carved details and front drawer
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Vintage 1940s English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Hardwood X-Framed Trestle Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage trestle table with x-frame base of reclaimed wood. This trestle-style table has been made
Category

20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Rare Folk Art Black Forest Root Wood Table Clock w. Bell Ringer Monk, Cuckoo St.
Located in Lisse, NL
entirely handcrafted out of all kinds of wood, but the most eye-catching is ofcourse the organic root wood
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Antique 19th Century German Gothic Revival Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass, Iron

Fine French Country Style Leather Top Writing Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Louis XV country style writing table in a distressed white on pale wood finish overall. Finely
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Early 20th Century Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

French Writing Table, Pull-Out Gilt-Tooled Leather Top
Located in Montreal, Quebec
An elegant desk from 20th century France. This writing table features a pull-out black leather top
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20th Century French Directoire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Revival Neoclassical Style Ebony and Snow White finishing Writing table
By Alexander Anisimov, Alexander s Collection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Writing Desk from the modern new collection of art furniture. Crafted with the finest ebony wood and
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2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood, Ebony

18th Century French Boulle Louis XVI Style Mazarin
Located in Houston, TX
craftsmanship. Adorned with intricate detailing characteristic of the Boulle style, this desk stands as a
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Spanish Colonial Writing Table/Console, circa 18th-19th Century
Located in Pasadena, CA
-drawer writing desk. The mesquite (perhaps sabino) wood structure is solid, with no apparent restorations
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Antique 19th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Louis XV Style Bureau Plat “à Têtes De Guerriers Antiques”
Located in Dallas, TX
lighter-hued wood. On the short sides of the desk, a large ovate cartouche can be seen, consisting of
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Bronze

A French Gilt-Metal Bureauplat, 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A French Gilt-Metal Bureauplat, 19th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collection Acquired in 1980s. Description: The shaped rectangular top inset with a tooled leather writ...
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables Rectangular Console in Smooth Copper
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
"x 30"H Materials - Copper, Metal sheet, Teak, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved
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2010s American Other Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Semainier 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
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2010s American Other Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Console Art Deco Conference Tables Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please
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2010s Indian Other Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Antique Parquetry, Ormolu and Leather Bureau Plat by Ross
By Donald Ross
Located in London, GB
, width 120cm, depth 69cm Made by the renowned English furniture maker Donald Ross, this desk is a
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Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Venetian Painted Italian Louis XV Style Writing Table
Located in Forney, TX
A most charming vintage, circa 1960, Italian Venetian writing table (desk - vanity - console) with
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Paint

Antique Writing Table by Beurdeley After a Model by Adam Weisweiler
By Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley
Located in London, GB
Antique writing table by Beurdeley after a model by Adam Weisweiler French, c. 1880 Height 74cm, width 83cm, depth 46cm Crafted by the prestigious 19th century furniture makers Beu...
Category

Vintage 1980s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Ormolu

Deborah P. Bump Swan Pencil Holder
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a Deborah P. Bump design. It's made from wood and is sculpted to look like a Swan. The wood
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20th Century American Paperweights

Materials

Wood

Antique Spanish Renaissance Style Throne Arm Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
This Spanish walnut throne chair with a large wide seat made circa 1700. Made from well carved but
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Antique 17th Century Spanish Renaissance Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rare giant Bauhaus nutcracker by Carl Aubock Austria
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent authentic nutcracker by Carl Aubock. Made about 1950. Signed and in excellent condition.
Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Bauhaus Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Victorian Novelty Knife Box Shaped Wooden Inkwell
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
An unusual and stylish British Victorian inkwell in the form of a wooden knife box dating from the 19th century. The box hand crafted in mahogany is of tall shaped with a bellowed ro...
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swiss Hand Carved Wood Swivel Desk Chair
Located in Vista, CA
19th century Swiss hand carved wood chair with central cartouche and what appears to be a coat of
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Swivel Chairs

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Period Desk Chair in Carved Wood, Circa 1900.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Nouveau period desk chair in carved wood, circa 1900. Carved wood Art Nouveau period desk
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century Victorian Blackened Lignum Vitae Bull/Pug Dog with Bow Tie Inkwell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
creativity of the era. Carved and blackened in the likeness of a dog's head, this inkwell showcases subtle
Category

Antique 19th Century English High Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Metal, Brass

Oversized Antique English Olivewood Stationery Cabinet by Betjemann Leuchars
By George Betjemann Sons, Leuchars Son
Located in Northampton, GB
valuable wood found in India, Sri Lanka and South East Asia. It has a contrasting hazel-brown colour with
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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Atlas Office Chair - Hand-Stitched Leather Polished Brass - Boca do Lobo
Located in Rio Tinto, PT
The Atlas Office Chair is a timeless piece that combines boundless elegance with a modern look. Its ergonomic shape ensures the right posture, which allows working comfortably for ho...
Category

2010s Portuguese Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

William IV 19th century table top writing slope
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
William IV 19th century writing slope circa 1835. Elegant and good quality William IV rosewood writing slope. Clean elegant lines, come with original mother of pearl cartouche, nam...
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Antique Mid-19th Century British William IV Desk Sets

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Office Chair Mid Hammered in 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
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2010s Indian Other Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal

Art Deco Office Chair in Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard
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 Indian Other Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Art Deco Office Chair Fine Hammered in Antique White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
- Antique White Bronze Metal sheet, Teak, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work
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2010s Indian Other Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Art Deco Office Chair Mid Hammered in Antique White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
- Antique White Bronze Metal sheet, Teak, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work
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2010s Indian Other Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Art Deco Office Chair in Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard
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 Indian Other Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal

Art Deco Office Chair Fine Hammered in Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that
Category

2010s Indian Other Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal

Art Deco Office Chair Mid Hammered in Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please
Category

2010s Indian Other Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Art Deco Office Chair Fine Hammered in Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please
Category

2010s Indian Other Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

baroque clock 1750-1760
Located in Berlin, DE
Wood a day runner restored Baroque clock, Germany, Potsdam, carved wood, covered in gold leaf
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Antique 1750s Baroque Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Wood

Antique Georgian Rosewood Writing Box by William Chrisp
Located in Northampton, GB
Scrolling Brass Inlay From our Writing Box collection, we are pleased to offer this Antique Rosewood Writing Box by William Chrisp. The Writing Box of rectangular shape edged in bra...
Category

Antique 1820s English George IV Desk Sets

Materials

Silver, Brass

Art Deco Office Chair Pair Designed by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
: Cast, Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Polished Please note that moisture in the
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal

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Carved Wood Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the carved wood desk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each carved wood desk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. Find 431 options for an antique or vintage carved wood desk now, or shop our selection of 30 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a carved wood desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right carved wood desk, those designed in Louis XVI, Louis XV and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made carved wood desk over the years, but those crafted by Pieter Compernol Stephanie Grusenmeyer, Amorph Inc. and Don S. Shoemaker are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Carved Wood Desk?

A carved wood desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,495, while the lowest priced sells for $76 and the highest can go for as much as $348,500.
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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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese wood carving is an art form in which artists produce intricate figurines and other objects by cutting and shaping blocks of zelkova, camphor or paulownia wood. In Japanese, the artwork is known as inami. Find a selection of Japanese wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese wood carving is a decorative object carved by hand by Chinese artisans out of local wood, such as nanmu, zitan, bomu or yinxing. This form of sculpture is sometimes called mudiao. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Paete wood carving is a decorative wooden object produced by artisans in Paete, Philippines. In 2005, the village was officially dubbed the Woodcarving Capital of the Philippines due to the intricate sculptures and statues produced there. Shop a variety of wood art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jepara wood carving is the intricate wood carving art that comes from the city of Jepara in Indonesia. Artisans typically work with teak wood to create beautiful carved detail and scenes in a piece of furniture. Shop a collection of Jepara wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify wood carvings, get a magnifying glass and inspect your items. Some artisans marked their carvings with symbols or signed them. Researching any markings found on your carving may allow you to identify the maker who produced it and potentially learn more about the piece from there. If you're unable to find a maker's mark, the best approach is likely to use the services of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The difference between carving and sculpture is that carving is a carved object, whereas sculpture is the art of shaping figures or designs — because sculpture can involve adding material (i.e., working with plaster, creating a mold to be cast in bronze), it is considered “additive” versus the “subtractive” act of carving.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, many different types of woods are used for carving. Some examples include albesia, crocodile wood, rain tree, hibiscus, jackfruit, teak, mahogany and sandalwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Balinese wood art, furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What carved wood art is called depends on the type of piece. Three-dimensional pieces created by hand-carving wood are whittlings, while carvings into a flat piece of wood are reliefs. Shop a collection of wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.