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Neoclassical Wood Carving

Antique Neoclassical Carved Cherub Dolphin
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
in beech wood, this neoclassical sculpture depicts a detailed cherub or putto holding a conch shell
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Antique Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Beech

Antique Neoclassical Carved Cherub 
Dolphin
Antique Neoclassical Carved Cherub 
Dolphin
$9,540
H 17.72 in W 10.63 in D 11.42 in
Early 19th Century Italian Hand-Carved and Polychromed Wood Crucifix "Cadore"
Located in Vigonza, Padua
represents a center of excellence in the field of wood-carving. Famous are the productions of the "18th and
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Walnut

Neoclassical Ebony Solid Wood Pedestal with Openwork Carving
By Alexander s Collection, Alexander Anisimov
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Neoclassical Ebony Solid Wood Pedestal with Openwork Carving Introducing the Neoclassical Ebony
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2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Pedestals and Columns

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Wood, Ebony

White and Blue Neoclassical Style Solid Wood Carving Armchair
By Alexander s Collection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
White and Blue Neoclassical Style Solid Wood Carving Armchair Introducing our stunning White and
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2010s Asian Neoclassical Revival Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood, Paint

White and Blue Neoclassical Style Solid Wood Carving Armchair
White and Blue Neoclassical Style Solid Wood Carving Armchair
$4,350 / item
H 45.28 in W 33.08 in D 31.5 in
Coffee Table Ebony Wood with White Carving, Neoclassical
By Alexander Anisimov, Alexander s Collection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Coffee Table Ebony Wood with White Carving, Neoclassical Glass Top Introducing the Model-136 SP-10
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Ebony, Paint

Coffee Table  Ebony Wood with White Carving, Neoclassical
Coffee Table  Ebony Wood with White Carving, Neoclassical
$5,360 Sale Price
20% Off
H 22.05 in Dm 42.52 in
Ebony Wood with Carving Elements Painted White, Neoclassical Style Coffee Table
By Alexander s Collection, Alexander Anisimov
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Ebony Wood with Carving Elements Painted White, Neoclassical Style Coffee Table Introducing the
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2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Silver Plate

Pair of Antique Neoclassical Framed Carvings
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A pair of antique Neoclassical framed carvings. Dating to circa 1820, this pair of unique carvings
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Antique Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Architectural Models

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Wood

Pair of Antique Neoclassical Framed Carvings
Pair of Antique Neoclassical Framed Carvings
$2,974
H 30.71 in W 5.52 in D 1.97 in
Neoclassical Bed with Carving Headboard Velvet Fabric and Wood Slatted Bed Frame
By Alexander Anisimov, Alexander s Collection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Neoclassical Bed with Carving Headboard Velvet Fabric and Wood Slatted Bed Frame The Neoclassical
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2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Beds and Bed Frames

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Velvet, Wood

Dresser in Ebony Wood with White Flower Carving, Gold Leaf, Neoclassical Revival
By Alexander s Collection, Alexander Anisimov
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Dresser in Ebony Wood with White Flower Carving, Gold Leaf, Neoclassical Revival Alexander's
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2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Dressers

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Wood, Ebony

Dresser in Ebony Wood with White Flower Carving, Gold Leaf, Neoclassical Revival
Dresser in Ebony Wood with White Flower Carving, Gold Leaf, Neoclassical Revival
$4,320 Sale Price
20% Off
H 27.56 in W 88.98 in D 20.87 in
Swedish Bench with Neoclassical Carving
Located in New Orleans, LA
The relatively narrow seat on this Gustavian bench makes it perfect for a hallway or as secondary seating in a living room. Simple lines with straight sides and back are decorated w...
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Benches

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Fabric, Wood

Swedish Bench with Neoclassical Carving
Swedish Bench with Neoclassical Carving
$9,260
H 39 in W 68 in D 22 in
Neoclassical Dark Finishing Armchair with Carving Elements in White, Upholstered
By Alexander s Collection, Alexander Anisimov
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Neoclassical Dark Finishing Armchair with Carving Elements in White, Upholstered Introducing our
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2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood, Paint

Dark Wine Bar Cabinet in Neoclassical Style with Three Sides Carving
By Alexander Anisimov, Alexander s Collection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Dark Wine Bar Cabinet in Neoclassical Style with Three Sides Carving Introducing our exquisite
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2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Cabinets

Materials

Steel

18th Century Louis XVI Gilded Mirror with Neoclassical Carving
Located in New Orleans, LA
18th-Century Louis XVI Gilded Mirror – A stunning reflection of Neoclassical elegance, featuring a
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Wood

18th Century Large Pair of Italian Gilded Handled Vases Neoclassical Carving
Located in Milano, MI
Set of two large 18th century Neoclassical giltwood vasesa pair of carved and giltwood handled
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

A Petite Italian Antique Wall Console w/Neoclassic Carvings and Marble Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small-sized Italian Neoclassic style elaborately-carved wood console table, with marble top, from
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Console Tables

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Marble

18th Century Silvered Eagle Carving
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
architectural pediment, this architectural eagle ornament is a testament to popular neoclassical styling of the
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Antique Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood, Pine

18th Century Silvered Eagle Carving
18th Century Silvered Eagle Carving
$1,224
H 6.7 in W 21.86 in D 7.09 in
Side Table in Ebony Wood with White Carved Elements, Neoclassical Style
By Alexander s Collection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
modern yet classic touch to any interior. The intricate wood carving and neoclassical revival style make
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2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Side Tables

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Wood, Ebony

Side Table in Ebony Wood with White Carved Elements, Neoclassical Style
Side Table in Ebony Wood with White Carved Elements, Neoclassical Style
$6,952 Sale Price / item
20% Off
H 29.93 in Dm 21.66 in
18th Century, Italian Neoclassical Demi-lune Wood Console by Francesco Bolgiè
By Francesco Bolgié
Located in IT
played a very important role in neoclassical decorative wood carving. An artist of equal stature to
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Console Tables

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Marble

17th Century Italian Carving of Scholar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Originally gilded. as notice some traces of gilt residue. From the collection of Verna Harrah. Harra's Casinos.
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Antique Early 17th Century Italian Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

17th Century Italian Carving of Scholar
17th Century Italian Carving of Scholar
$5,500
H 26 in W 14 in D 8 in
Pair of 19th Century Italian Giltwood Urn Carvings with Floral Motifs
Located in Dallas, TX
details. The carvings retain their original gilded and polychrome finish, revealing warm tones of gold
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Art

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Metal

Unusual Early 20th Century Photographer s Posing Chair with Ornate Carving
Located in Lafayette, IN
original upholstery, tooled leather, ornately carved wood frame, and novel convertible design that allows
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Chairs

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Leather, Fabric, Wood

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Pair of Italian Neoclassical 18th Century Carvings
Located in Bantam, CT
A fine pair of Italian polychrome soldiers, each with Roman uniforms and carrying swords, circa 1760.
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Neoclassical Sculptures

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Wood

Classical Gilded Wood Mirror with Clam Shell Carving, Boston
Located in Providence, RI
This is a large-scale mirror with original gilt and old glass. It retains its original backboard. What makes this mirror special is the wonderful shell in the upper tablet. These she...
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Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Giltwood

Italian Poets Chair with Original Paintwork, Carving and Embroidery
Located in Poling, West Sussex
An historic early 19th century poets chair with original paintwork, carving and original
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Armchairs

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Wood

Bespoke Gilded Armchair in Ivory Capitonne and Lion Carvings
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Luxury capitonne armchair with unique lion foot carved design. The seats are in mixed fabric and leather pattern. The capitonne upholstering is elegant in shape but yet very comforta...
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Armchairs

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Marble, Gold Leaf

Neoclassical Armchair, Cherry Solid Wood with Carvings, France circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Elegant french Restauration Armchair from about 1820. Cherry solid wood with carvings at the
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Antique Early 19th Century French Biedermeier Armchairs

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Fabric, Cherry

French Painted Wood Chest w/Fabulous Neoclassic Carvings Trim, Early 19th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
early 19th century. This antique wood chest from France features Neoclassic style design with outline
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Antique Early 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

French Neoclassic Commode w/Fluted Carvings Brass Fittings, 19th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassic style carved and painted wood chest of drawers from the 19th century. This
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Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Gorgeous French Neoclassical-Style Commode w/Fantastic Carvings, Mid 19th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical style, uniquely-carved and bleached-wood chest of three-drawers from the mid
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

French Neoclassical Commode Adorn W/Foliage Fluted Carvings, Early 19th C
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical style, foliage-carved and bleached-wood chest of three-drawers from the early
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Antique Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Wood

18c French Stripped Oak Louis XIV Armoire - Neoclassical Carving
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautiful 18c French Stripped Oak Louis XIV Armoire with Neoclassical Carving. Beautiful patina.
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

Louis XIV Mirror with Neoclassical Urn Carving, 18th Century
Located in New Orleans, LA
carving with Neoclassical details. The center top is crowned by an urn motif and the sides feature
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XIV Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Wood

Pair of Neoclassical Style Detailed Carving Walnut Pedestal Console / End Tables
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of walnut pedestal console tables. Displaying several acanthus leaves on the apron of both pedestals. The feet of the pedestal tables are finely carved displaying four (two back...
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Vintage 1940s American Neoclassical Pedestals

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Wood

Italian Pair of Two-Drawer Raised Console Chests, Neoclassical Style Carvings
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian pair of bleached wood two-drawer chests, neoclassical in style. This vintage pair of
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20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Carving of a Male Bust in Polychromed Wood, Circa 17th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Carving of a male bust in polychromed wood, circa 17th century. A carved and polychromed wooden
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Antique 17th Century German Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

French Marble Top Console Table w/ Neoclassical Style Carvings Fluted Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French carved-wood console table with marble top from the mid 20th century. This vintage table
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Mid-20th Century French Console Tables

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Marble

18th Century Silvered Eagle Carving
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
architectural pediment, this architectural eagle ornament is a testament to popular neoclassical styling of the
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Antique Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood, Pine

18th Century Silvered Eagle Carving
18th Century Silvered Eagle Carving
H 6.7 in W 21.86 in D 7.09 in
Monumental Italian Painted and Parcel Gilt Carvings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of monumental Italian painted and parcel-gilt carvings depicting a pair of scrolled
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Vintage 1920s Italian Neoclassical Decorative Art

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Giltwood, Wood

Belgium Linen Headboard Made with 19th Century Carving
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century French carving of a laurel leaf wreath flanked by a pair of torches and surrounded by
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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Beds and Bed Frames

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Linen, Wood

French, 19th Century Mounted Carving of a Winged Mythological Figure
Located in Dallas, TX
carving of a winged mythological figure can be displayed on a mantel or table, such as a console or side
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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Mounted Objects

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Wood

19th Century French Carved Gilded Wood Drapery Pull Tassels
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The meticulous craftsmanship of these hand carved gilded wood drapery tassels is superb. From the
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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

Pair of Antique Italian Carved Pine Wall Hangings
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
circa 1850, this pair of unique carvings showcase stylised foliage and fruits, that create a sense of
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Pine

19th Century Painted Directoire Style Daybed with Neoclassical Urn Carving
Located in Birmingham, AL
artisans from the Lyon region. Rolled headboard and footboard with typical neoclassical motifs, such as
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Antique Early 19th Century French Directoire Beds and Bed Frames

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Wood

18th Century Italian Giltwood Carving of Apollo
Located in Stamford, CT
Greek Keros figure. A lot of presence in this compact carving.
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Trumeau with Neoclassical Carving
Located in New Orleans, LA
18c Trumeau with Neoclassical Carved Relief
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Trumeau Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Trumeau with Neoclassical carving
Located in New Orleans, LA
Mirror reads grey, green and orange.
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Antique 19th Century French More Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Gilt French Mirror With Liberty Cap Carving
Located in Great Barrington, MA
ornamentation is associated with Louis XVI neoclassical ornamentation. Either made for a prosperous French
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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Wall Mirrors

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Gold Leaf, Iron

Neoclassical Wood Pedestal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wood pedestal with Neoclassic detail carving.
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20th Century Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

French Ebonized and Gilt over Door Carving, circa 1890
Located in Donhead St Mary, Wiltshire
A French ebonized and gilt over door carving, circa 1890 Removed from Stock Hill house, Dorset
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Antique 1890s French Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

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48% Off
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Neoclassical Wood Carving For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal neoclassical wood carving for your home. Each neoclassical wood carving for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and animal skin. If you’re shopping for a neoclassical wood carving, we have 18 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the neoclassical wood carving you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right neoclassical wood carving, those designed in Neoclassical styles are of considerable interest. Modenese Gastone each produced at least one beautiful neoclassical wood carving that is worth considering.

How Much is a Neoclassical Wood Carving?

A neoclassical wood carving can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,750, while the lowest priced sells for $741 and the highest can go for as much as $42,232.
Questions About Neoclassical Wood Carving
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese wood carving is a decorative object carved by hand by Chinese artisans out of local wood, such as nanmu, zitan, bomu or yinxing. This form of sculpture is sometimes called mudiao. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jepara wood carving is the intricate wood carving art that comes from the city of Jepara in Indonesia. Artisans typically work with teak wood to create beautiful carved detail and scenes in a piece of furniture. Shop a collection of Jepara wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Paete wood carving is a decorative wooden object produced by artisans in Paete, Philippines. In 2005, the village was officially dubbed the Woodcarving Capital of the Philippines due to the intricate sculptures and statues produced there. Shop a variety of wood art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 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 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
    Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What carved wood art is called depends on the type of piece. Three-dimensional pieces created by hand-carving wood are whittlings, while carvings into a flat piece of wood are reliefs. Shop a collection of wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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.
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