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Antique Hand Carved Black Forest Bears Inkstand 19th Century
Located in London, GB
carved from linden wood, with mother and baby bear on a naturalistically carved rocky outcrop. The
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Antique 1880s Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Carved Stylised Bison Designed by Laszlo Hoenig Circa 1930
By Laszlo Hoenig
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A carved wooden sculpture of a Bison by Laszlo Hoenig (1905-1971). Stamped 'LAHO London' to base
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Wooden Statue of a Walking Bear Hand Carved in Switzerland, circa 1930s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
tradition of wood carving in Brienz dates back to mid of the 19th century. People in the region were looking
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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

carved wooden wall light representing a sitting monkey
Located in grand Lancy, CH
carved wooden wall light representing a sitting monkey
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Vintage 1920s European Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Vintage Hand Carved Wooden Hand Painted Chinese Goat by Falk Art
By Robert Rafailovich Falk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Hand Carved and Handcrafted Original Chinese Wooden Goat by Falk Art, Hand Painted Patina
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Early 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

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Wood, Hardwood, Paint

19th Century Pair of Black Forest Carved Figures in the Form of Ibex and Chamois
Located in Central England, GB
Black Forest pair of finely carved linden wood figure groups depict two family groups of Ibex and
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Large Wood Camel Sculpture Covered in Brass and Copper Raj India
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
distressed look. 1950s vintage solid wood carved camel sculpture with copper and brass. Hand-carved in wood
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Animal Sculptures

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Brass, Copper

African Brass Ornate over Wood Totemic Sculpture
Located in Germantown, MD
African brass Ornate over wood Totemic sculpture animal in human or vice versa. Measures: 8" W x
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Large Spanish Colonial 18thC Wood Bowl with Later Silver Plated Squirrel Mounts
Located in London, GB
for nuts! The bowl is an original antique hand carved and turned 18th century bowl that was adapted in
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Animal Sculptures

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Silver Plate

Antique Japanese Edo Carved Wooden Rare Cigarette Holder Snake
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible rare cigarette pipe holder with wood carved snake circa 1950's. Made in Japan circa 1950
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20th Century Japanese Japonisme Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Antique Musical circa 1880 Black Forest Hand Carved Fox Whip Hook Glass Eyes
By Black Forrest
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Black Forest wood, Fox whip hook with glass eyes These are a very very rare piece, the foxes almost
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Antique 1880s Swedish Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Large Antique Southeast Asian Thai Carved Polychrome Rabbit Folk Art Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A large whimsical hand carved and painted antique Southeast Asian wooden hare sculpture with
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Early 20th Century Asian Folk Art Animal Sculptures

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Wood, Paint

Large Folk Art Carved Painted Wooden Carousel Zebra
Located in New York, NY
craftsmanship. Hand-carved from wood, its detailed stripes are meticulously painted in vivid black and golden
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Wood, Paint

Fine Antique circa 1800 Hand Carved Royal Armorial Lion from Coat of Arms Crest
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning circa 1800 hand carved Royal English Armorial
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Antique Early 1800s English George III Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Late 20th Century Vintage Boho Monumental Carved Wooden Elephant
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Make a bold statement in your space with this breathtaking hand-carved wooden elephant sculpture
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Late 20th Century Philippine Rustic Animal Sculptures

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Wood

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wood Fish Statuette - Vintage Décor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern fish statuette made of hand crafted Wood of a Piranha, raised onto a
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Early 20th Century Hand-Carved Lion Sculpture Statue on Base, King of the Jungle
Located in Lisse, NL
not allowed to keep a lion at home. This quality carved lion therefore is the best chance of being
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Early 20th Century European Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Jewelry Art Carved Carousel Bunny Sculpture on Pedestal
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Handmade carving of a carousel rabbit carved out of bone by jewelry artist Chris Miller from his
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Mid-20th Century Animal Sculptures

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Bone, Wood

Swiss Black Forest Carved Lacquered Bear Statue
Located in Forney, TX
carved, lacquered wooden bear figure. The exceptionally executed naturalistic sculpture appears to
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Early 20th Century Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Wood

Abstract Carved Wooden Owl Sculpture with Brass Beak
By Maitland Smith
Located in Hopewell, NJ
An eye catching abstract carved wood sculpture of a stylized owl with brass beak.
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Vintage 1980s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Vintage Carved Buffalo or Bison Sculpture S.L. Mitchell
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Fantastic pair of hand carved wooded buffalo or bison. Great detail and proportions. Slightly
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Irish Bog Oak Hand Carved Inkstand in the Form of an Owl Cornelius Goggin
By Cornelius Co.
Located in Central England, GB
An Irish bog oak hand carved inkstand in the form of an owl Attributed to Cornelius Goggin, Dublin
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Antique 19th Century Irish Other Animal Sculptures

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Bog Wood

Antique Carved Wall Sculpture of a Hunting Dog’s Head, ca. 1900s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Carved Wall Sculpture of a Hunting Dog’s Head, ca. 1900s This rustic wall sculpture
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Antique Early 1900s German Folk Art Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Large 1970s Hand Carved Wooden Elephant - Side, Occasional Table or Stool
By Maitland Smith
Located in St. Louis, MO
Circa 1970s large vintage elephant sculpture carved from a solid piece of wood, has many uses as a
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Vintage 1970s Folk Art Animal Sculptures

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Wood

19th C Monumental Hand Carved Painted Eagle Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
government building. It's a Architectural Folk Art Element. The Eagle is carved of wood and has amazing
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Adirondack Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Monumental Chinese Carved Wooden Foo Dog Lion Temple Sculpture
Located in Rio Vista, CA
wood. The large statue has an aged, weathered patina with a bleached finish. Originally the sculpture
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20th Century Chinese Qing Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Large Hand Carved Duck Sculpture by Miguel Ruelas
Located in San Diego, CA
is carved from a single piece of solid wood nd is in very good vintage condition; it measures 15"W x
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

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Wood, Paint

Early 20th Century Art Deco Era Bookends with Hand Carved Bear Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Small, but coolest pair of bear bookends. Thanks to the wonderful bears, these hand-carved
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Wood

Lovely Pair of Hand Carved Art Deco Turtle Sculptures Out of Oakwood Bookends
Located in Lisse, NL
Endearing pair of stylish and quality carved turtle bookend. If you like animal sculptures in
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Wood, Oak

Wooden Carved Black Forest Tobacco Box Terrier Head ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Wooden Carved Black Forest Tobacco Box Terrier Head ca. 1900 A beautiful example of hand carved
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Antique Early 1900s German Rustic Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Pair of Chinese Bamboo Root Carved Peacock Sculptures
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of similar Chinese peacock sculptures carved from the roots of bamboo, utilizing the main
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

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Bamboo, Wood

Large Carved Marble Horse Head on Wooden Base
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Beautiful large carved marble horse head. Marble has patina, and is white to light grey tone with
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20th Century American Animal Sculptures

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Marble

Black Forest Carved Wooden Standing Bear with an Engraved Glass Vase or Flute
Located in Lisse, NL
Early 20th century Swiss work of art. This small and hand-carved bear sculpture is a great example
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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Wood

American Folk Art Hand-Carved Wooden Spindly Snake Sculpture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand-carved wooden spindly stick in the form of snake (ca. late 19th Century, USA). Sinuous body
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Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Pair of Antique Hand-Carved Wooden Griffin Figures – Exquisite Architectural Sal
Located in Lincoln, GB
stands for striking display. Each griffin is carved from solid wood and showcases remarkable attention
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Antique 18th Century Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Fine Art Antique Hand Carved Wooden Black Forest Trophy-Like Deer Wall Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
Finest quality carved, Victorian era, Black Forest deer / stag wall sculpture. One of the main
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Antique 19th Century German Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Metal

Magnificent Carved Black Forest Monkey Gong, circa 1890
Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous and scarce find, this wonderful large Black Forest Monkey was hand carved circa 1890
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Antique 1890s Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Vintage Asian Gilt Carved Wooden Emperor Horses - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic pair of vintage Asian Emperor horses. Beautiful carved wood with a gilt finish
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

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Gold

Rajasthani Wood Elephant adorned with a Brass and Copper sheet, 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
elephant is skillfully carved to capture the majestic form of this revered animal. Its large ears, curved
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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Animal Sculptures

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Brass, Copper

Rare Pair of Wood and Bronze Swan Figurines by Wildwood, Mid Century Modern
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage pair of crane figurines from Wildwood Imports has detailed carved wooden bodies and
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20th Century Korean Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Hand Carved Black Forest Brienz Wooden Bear with an Engraved Glass Vase or Flute
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic late 1900s Black Forest Brienz work of art. This small and hand carved bear sculpture is a
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Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Cut Glass, Wood

Hand-Carved Wooden Frog Wall Plaque with Inlay and Tribal Motif Design
Located in Seattle, WA
A beautifully hand-carved wooden wall plaque in the form of a stylized frog, featuring geometric
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Original Red Painted Carved Wooden Horse, Sweden circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the very worn look that creates the wonderful appeal of this original painted and carved
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Country Animal Sculptures

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Leather, Wood, Paint

Whispers from the Pond - Curated Set of 6 Artisan Duck Figurines Ceramic Wood
Located in Bochum, NRW
🦆 Curated Collection of Artisanal Duck Figurines – Ceramic, Wood & Wicker (Set of 6) A poetic
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Vintage 1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic, Wicker, Wood, Glass

A Wooden Carved Black Forest Pen Holder with Bear ca. 1930
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Wooden Carved Black Forest Pen Holder with Bear ca. 1930 A finely carved Black Forest pen holder
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Vintage 1930s German Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

A Large 1960s Carved Rosewood Mouse: Gumps, San Francisco
By Gumps
Located in San Francisco, CA
the large upright mouse with direct gaze fitted with leather ears and incised whiskers; above a bulbous elongated body with curled tail; with foil label 'Gumps'
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Vintage 1960s Philippine Modern Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Antique Black Forest Carved Bear Form Table Top "Butler" Display
Located in Atlanta, GA
Exquisite Antique Black Forest Carved Bear Form Table Top "Butler" Display A captivating blend of
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20th Century German Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Wood

Set Of 2 Asian Modern Stylized Brass Wood Handmade Crane Sculptures Round Base
Located in Miami, FL
A Pair of vintage Brass Asian inspired Crane Sculptures on round hardwood bases. Marked underneath Made in Korea. Cranes have been used throughout design for ages because of their un...
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Late 20th Century Korean Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Pair Very Large Chinese or Japanese Carved Wooden Fu Lions
Located in New York, NY
Pair highly stylized large Chinese or Japanese carved wooden guardian lions (fu lions or foo dogs
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Fantastic Nantucket Hand Carved and Painted Folk Art Seagull Sculpture
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A wonderful Folk Art carved and hand painted wooden seagull on base having an authentic weathered
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Vintage 1950s American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Rare and Massive Japanese wood sculpture of playful lions, signed, Japan, 19th
Located in PARIS, FR
A Very Rare wood Okimono of Shishi Lions, Japan , 19th c This exceptional 19th-century Japanese
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures

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Cedar

Original Brown Painted and Carved Wooden Horse from Sweden, circa 1900
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the very worn look that creates the wonderful appeal of this original painted and carved
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Early 20th Century Swedish Country Animal Sculptures

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Metal

Antique 19th Century Japanese Bronze Horse on Hand-Carved Wooden Base
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique 19th century Japanese bronze horse on hand-carved wooden base.    
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Set of Three Modernist Giraffe Wood Sculptures by Del Zotto Studios
Located in San Diego, CA
1980s. The pieces are hand-carved from what I believe to be teak wood and measure: 4.5"W x 1.75"D x
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Walnut

Indian Wooden Wall Sculpture of a Hand-Carved and Hand-Painted Elephant
Located in Marbella, ES
Indian Wooden Wall Sculpture of a Hand-Carved and Hand-Painted Elephant
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Early 2000s Indian Animal Sculptures

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Wood

An Unusual Swiss Carved Black Forest Near Life-Size Figure of a Strolling Bear
Located in London, GB
An Unusual Swiss Carved Black Forest Near Life-Size Figure of a Strolling Bear, Circa 1910 For
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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Carved Roe Deer Heads Wall Mounts Decoration, Germany, 1930s, Set of Two
Located in Barntrup, DE
adorable pair of roe deer heads is hand-carved of wood and hand-painted in light and dark brown and black
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Metal

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Wood Carved Animals For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of wood carved animals for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct wood carved animals — often made from wood, metal and paint — can elevate any home. There are 1846 antique and vintage wood carved animals for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 25 modern editions to choose from as well. Wood carved animals have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. folk art, mid-century modern and Art Deco wood carved animals are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made wood carved animals over the years, but those made by Black Forest, Sarreid Ltd. and Witco are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Wood Carved Animals?

Prices for wood carved animals start at $35 and top out at $1,122,559 with the average selling for $2,006.

Finding the Right Animal-sculptures for You

Invite the untamed wonders of the animal kingdom into your home — and do so safely — with the antique, new and vintage animal sculptures available on 1stDibs.

Artists working in every medium from furniture design to jewelry to painting have found inspiration in wild animals over the years. For sculptors, three-dimensional animal renderings — both realistic and symbolic — crisscross history and continents. In as early as 210 B.C., intricately detailed terracotta horses guarded early Chinese tombs, while North America’s native Inuit tribes living in the ice-covered Arctic during the 1800’s wore small animal figurines carved from walrus ivory. Indeed, animal sculpture has a long history, and beginning in the 19th century, the art form started becoming not only fashionable but artistically validated — a trend that continues today. At home, animal sculptures — polished bronze rhinos crafted in the Art Deco style or ceramic dogs of the mid-century modern era — can introduce both playfulness and drama to your decor.

In the case of the frosted glass sculptures crafted by artisans at legendary French glassmaker Lalique, founded by jeweler and glass artist René Lalique, some animal sculptures are purely decorative. With their meticulously groomed horse manes and detailed contours of their parakeet feathers, these creatures want to be proudly displayed. Adding animal sculptures to your bookcases can draw attention to your covetable collection of vintage monographs, while side tables and wall shelving also make great habitats for these ornamental animal figurines.

Some sculptures, however, can find suitable nests in just about any corner of your space. Whimsical brass flamingos or the violent, realist bronze lions created by Parisian sculptor Antoine-Louis Barye are provocative and versatile pieces that can rest on windowsills or your desk. Otherwise, the brass cat shoehorns and bronze porcupine ashtrays designed by Viennese artist Walter Bosse are no longer roaming aimlessly throughout your living room, as they’ve found a purpose to serve.

Embark on your safari today and find a fascinating collection of vintage, modern and antique animal sculptures on 1stDibs.

Questions About Wood Carved Animals
  • 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 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 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 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
    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.