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Carved Naga Day Bed
Located in Wainscott, NY
Origin: Naga, India Materials: Saal wood Dimensions: 79" W x 40" W x 11.5" H.
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Antique Early 19th Century Indian Primitive Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Primitive Japanese Wooden Stools, Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
A small, rugged stool made of cherry wood and iron legs. The thick seat is slightly concave toward
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Stools

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Seed Pot, Wabi-Sabi Handmade Iron Staples, France, c. 1900
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Carved wood seed pot, wabi-sabi handmade iron staples, France, c. 1900, Probably for flour.
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Primitive Jars

Materials

Iron

Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculpture 11 Primitive African Abstract
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
: lithocarpus. This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for Nishimura's
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2010s Japanese Tribal Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculpture 10 Primitive African Abstract
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Mr. Tower 3 Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Material cherry This work is carved from log with
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2010s Japanese Tribal Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculpture 8 Primitive African Abstract
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his works are unable to
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2010s Japanese Tribal Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African Carved Ram Form Mask
Located in Studio City, CA
Antique African mask from the collection or estate of Gore Vidal.
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20th Century Ivorian Primitive Masks

Materials

Wood

Primitive Japanese Wooden Stools, Wabi-Sabi Stool
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
wood, which is indigenous to Japan. Our first-class craftsmen have repaired it. The color is also
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Early 20th Century Taisho Stools

Materials

Wood

Primitive Japanese Wooden Stools, Wabi-Sabi Stool
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
chestnut wood native to Japan. It is rustic and tasteful, and evokes the world of "Wabi Sabi". It has
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Early 20th Century Taisho Stools

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved Lazy Susan
Located in Houston, TX
Hand-carved Lazy Susan from large 19th century primitive shallow wooden bowl mounted on a recent
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Antique 19th Century Asian Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal

Carved Wooden Cross
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carved Wood Cross Attachments on back to hang on the wall with one simple nail or screw Textured
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Vintage 1980s Spanish Primitive Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Primitive Japanese Wooden Stools, Wabi-Sabi Stool
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
wood. It is simple and tasteful, exuding a world of wabi-sabi. It has been repaired by one of our top
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Early 20th Century Taisho Stools

Materials

Wood

Primitive Japanese Wooden Stools, Wabi-Sabi Stool
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
wood. It is simple and tasteful, exuding a world of wabi-sabi. It has been repaired by one of our top
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Early 20th Century Taisho Stools

Materials

Wood

Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculpture 3 Primitive African Abstract
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Casa Armenia Wave. Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Material zelkova. This work is carved with some
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2010s Japanese Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculpture Four Primitive African Abstract
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Casa Armenia sea winds. Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Material; Cherry. This work is carved with
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2010s Japanese Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

French 1960’s Primitive Elm Coffee / Side Table
Located in London, GB
A French 1960’s primitive elm wood side / coffee table. Very cool waisabi style coffee or side
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Elm

Primitive Japanese Wooden Stools, Wabi-Sabi Stool
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
A stool with a neat appearance. A rare item made from oak, which is rare for stools from the Taisho period. The deep brown color that develops over time, which is unique to oak, is l...
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Early 20th Century Taisho Stools

Materials

Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Hand-carved panels from Toraja symbolizing peace and happiness. Set of three available. The price
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Vintage 1930s Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Carved Panels
Located in New York, NY
Hand-carved panels from Toraja symbolizing peace and happiness. Set of three available. The price
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Vintage 1930s Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Carved Panels
Located in New York, NY
Hand-carved antique panel from Toraja symbolizing peace and happiness. We have a collection
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Vintage 1930s Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

French Primitive Chopping Block, Late 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Constructed from a single tree cut into three legs and banded in metal, the band a knife holder and having a large opening for knives, etc. on upper tier.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Country Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Primitive Mexican Oakwood Milking Stool from México
By OTHR
Located in Guadalajra, Jal
Beautiful mini milking stool found in Western México, circa 1900.
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Antique Early 19th Century Mexican Rustic Stools

Materials

Wood

Antique Hand-Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful hand-carved antique panel from Toraja, Sulawesi. Symbolizes peace and happiness.
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Primitive Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

Antique African Mother and Child Carved Statue, Ethiopia
Located in Studio City, CA
Antique African carved figures of mother and child. Likely Ethiopian. Dimensions: 33.5" High, 7.5
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Mid-20th Century Ethiopian Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Hand Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
This minimalist straight line carving, known as pasussu pattern, symbolizes a form of community. The breast shape on the panels symbolize hope that the rice paddies will feed all the...
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Antique Early 1900s Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

White Primitive Farm Table With Nicely Turned Legs.
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Great scale for a kitchen island or large desk. Found in the southwest. Great turned legs with interesting architectural detail over the entire base of the table. A solid and stur...
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Early 20th Century American Farm Tables

Materials

Wood

Primitive Hand Hewn Wooden through with Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
An organic hand-hewn wooden trough with two-legged base. The piece is a part of our one-of-a-kind collection, Le Monde. Exclusive to Brendan Bass. Globally curated by Brendan ...
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Vintage 1970s Brutalist Decorative Bowls

Materials

Wood

Pair of Bleached Antique Wood Benches
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of bleached antique wood benches: newly created benches from early wood. Tipped feet. Rustic
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2010s Belgian Primitive Benches

Materials

Wood

Antique Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved merbau wood panel from Lampung, Sumatra. We have a collection in various sizes
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Antique Early 1900s Primitive Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Vintage Hand Carved Wooden Senufo Stool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carved out of one piece of wood, this is a traditional tribal stool from the Senufo tribe in Mali
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20th Century Malian Primitive Stools

Materials

Wood

Antique Hand Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes the protection of the
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Vintage 1950s Primitive Decorative Art

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Antique Hand Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes the protection of the
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Antique Early 1900s Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Ancient Hand-Carved Panel
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Ancient hand-carved architectural panel from Toraja. The carving symbolizes both the protection of
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Antique Early 1800s Primitive Decorative Art

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Hand-Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Andrianna Shamaris hand-carved architectural panel from Toraja. The carving symbolizes peace and
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Antique Early 1900s Indonesian Primitive Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Hand-Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Andrianna Shamaris hand-carved architectural panel from Toraja. The carving symbolizes peace and
Category

Antique 1890s Indonesian Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Free-Form Carved Daybed
Located in Long Island City, NY
This dynamic daybed was carved of a single dense log, and its form seems to follow the growth habit
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20th Century Unknown Primitive Benches

Materials

Wood

Carved Side Table or Stools from Mali
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique, early 20th century stool or small table carved out of one piece of wood. From the Senufo
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Early 20th Century Malian Primitive Stools

Materials

Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Hand-Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Andrianna Shamaris hand-carved panel from Toraja. Symbolizes fertility and strength. Andrianna
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Antique Early 1900s Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Hand-Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Andrianna Shamaris hand-carved architectural panel from Toraja. This impressive carved panel has
Category

Vintage 1930s Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Set of Seven Hand Carved Moroccan Spoons
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning and rustic set of early 20th century Moroccan hand carved wood spoons, each unique and
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Early 20th Century Moroccan Primitive Tableware

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Tribal Hand Carved Stool from Mali
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique, early 20th century petite low stool, hand carved out of one piece of wood. Lovely old worn
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20th Century Malian Primitive Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Hand-Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Impressive hand-carved wooden ancient panel from Toraja, Sulawesi. Symbolizes protection of the
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Antique Early 1900s Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Hand Carved Panel
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes the protection of the
Category

Antique Early 1900s Primitive Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Hand Carved Wooden Panel
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes the protection of the
Category

Antique Early 1900s Primitive Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Hand Carved Panel
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes the protection of the
Category

Antique Early 1900s Primitive Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Hand Carved Panel
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes the protection of the
Category

Antique 1890s Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Hand-Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Andrianna Shamaris hand-carved wooden architectural panel from Toraja. This impressive carving
Category

Vintage 1930s Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Hand-Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Andrianna Shamaris hand-carved wooden architectural panel from Toraja. The carving symbolizes the
Category

Antique Early 1900s Primitive Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Hand-Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand-carved wooden architectural panel from Toraja. The carving symbolizes the protection
Category

Antique Early 1900s Primitive Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Hand-Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Andrianna Shamaris hand-carved architectural panel from Toraja. This impressive carving symbolizes
Category

Antique Early 1900s Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Hand-Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Hand-carved wooden architectural panel from Toraja. This impressive carving has many meanings
Category

Vintage 1930s Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Hand-Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Andrianna Shamaris hand-carved wooden architectural panel from Toraja. This impressive carving
Category

Antique Early 1900s Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

"Ritual In Wood" Mid-Century African Wood Bust
Located in Pasadena, CA
cultural significance. The neck is adorned with finely carved rings, a recurring motif in African art that
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Vintage 1950s Mozambican Primitive Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Walnut

Primitive Styled Stool from the Puebla Highlands, circa 1980s
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Wooden milking stool from the Popoloca culture.
Category

Vintage 1980s Mexican Rustic Stools

Materials

Wood

Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zogei Furniture Sculptural Stool4 Primitive African Art
By Hiroyuki Nishimura, Zougei
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
: Cypress. This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for Nishimura's
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2010s Japanese Tribal Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zogei Furniture Sculptural Stool2 Primitive African Art
By Hiroyuki Nishimura, Zougei
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
: Quercus. This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for Nishimura's
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2010s Japanese Tribal Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

16th Century Primitive Dutch Cupboard Cabinet with Drop Down Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare Dutch cupboard cabinet featuring a drop-down farmhouse table that was used in smaller country homes. This original survivor was constructed with old-world peg joinery and wooden...
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Antique 16th Century Dutch Rustic Cupboards

Materials

Wood

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Primitive Carved Wood For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the primitive carved wood you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, reclaimed wood and metal, every primitive carved wood was constructed with great care. There are 396 variations of the antique or vintage primitive carved wood you’re looking for, while we also have 15 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect primitive carved wood — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right primitive carved wood, those designed in Folk Art, Mid-Century Modern and Baroque styles are of considerable interest. A well-made primitive carved wood has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Andrianna Shamaris, Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zogei are consistently popular.

How Much is a Primitive Carved Wood?

The average selling price for a primitive carved wood at 1stDibs is $1,099, while they’re typically $70 on the low end and $156,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Primitive Carved Wood
  • 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.