What is Japanese wood carving?

Japanese wood carving is an art form in which artists produce intricate figurines and other objects by cutting and shaping blocks of zelkova, camphor or paulownia wood. In Japanese, the artwork is known as inami. Find a selection of Japanese wood carvings on 1stDibs.

What is Chinese wood carving?

A Chinese wood carving is a decorative object carved by hand by Chinese artisans out of local wood, such as nanmu, zitan, bomu or yinxing. This form of sculpture is sometimes called mudiao. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese wood carvings.

What is a Paete wood carving?

A Paete wood carving is a decorative wooden object produced by artisans in Paete, Philippines. In 2005, the village was officially dubbed the Woodcarving Capital of the Philippines due to the intricate sculptures and statues produced there. Shop a variety of wood art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.

What is Jepara wood carving?

Jepara wood carving is the intricate wood carving art that comes from the city of Jepara in Indonesia. Artisans typically work with teak wood to create beautiful carved detail and scenes in a piece of furniture. Shop a collection of Jepara wood carvings on 1stDibs.

How do you identify wood carvings?

To identify wood carvings, get a magnifying glass and inspect your items. Some artisans marked their carvings with symbols or signed them. Researching any markings found on your carving may allow you to identify the maker who produced it and potentially learn more about the piece from there. If you're unable to find a maker's mark, the best approach is likely to use the services of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of wood carvings.

What are the types of wood carving?

There are many methods and types of wood carving, including chip, relief, Scandinavian flat-plane, lovespoon, whittling and florentine. Each type uses different tools and can create decorative carvings on both display pieces and furniture. Browse a wide range of carved wood pieces on 1stDibs.

How can I tell if carved wood is antique?

Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if wood is hand-carved?

To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.

What wood is used for carving in Indonesia?

In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What wood is used for African carvings?

What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.

What is carved wood art called?

What carved wood art is called depends on the type of piece. Three-dimensional pieces created by hand-carving wood are whittlings, while carvings into a flat piece of wood are reliefs. Shop a collection of wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between wood carving and sculpture?

The difference between carving and sculpture is that carving is a carved object, whereas sculpture is the art of shaping figures or designs — because sculpture can involve adding material (i.e., working with plaster, creating a mold to be cast in bronze), it is considered “additive” versus the “subtractive” act of carving.

What wood is used for carving in Bali?

In Bali, many different types of woods are used for carving. Some examples include albesia, crocodile wood, rain tree, hibiscus, jackfruit, teak, mahogany and sandalwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Balinese wood art, furniture and decorative objects.

What are carved wood figures in African art?

Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.

Wood Carved Plate

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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Tea Caddies

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Georgian Hexagonal Satinwood Tea Caddy

$5,134

Metamorphosis Console - Hand-Hammered Brass Nickel Coat - Boca do Lobo

Located in Rio Tinto, PT

the best craftsmen in the country. Strong geometric design is coupled by two brass plated feet with

Category

2010s Portuguese Console Tables

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Brass

Metamorphosis Console - Hand-Hammered Brass Nickel Coat - Boca do Lobo

$9,416 Sale Price / item

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Lapiaz TV Cabinet - Hand-Polished Steel Brass - Boca do Lobo

Located in Rio Tinto, PT

Lapiaz TV cabinet takes exceptional craftsmanship and design to a new realm. Finding beauty in the most unexpected places, this contemporary design piece is inspired by authentic kar...

Category

2010s Portuguese Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Brass, Stainless Steel

Lapiaz TV Cabinet - Hand-Polished Steel Brass - Boca do Lobo

$18,056 Sale Price / item

20% Off

17th Century Italian Architectural Fragment with Carnelian Pebbles and Raw Agate

By Interi

Located in Dublin, Dalkey

pebbles, gold-plated crystals, blue and yellow raw agate, and baroque pearls. The fragment artifact came

Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Art

Materials

Agate, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Metal, Gold Leaf

17th Century Italian Architectural Fragment with Carnelian Pebbles and Raw Agate

$4,500

18th Century Italian Rococo Silver Leaf Tassel Ornaments Group of 5

By Interi

Located in Dublin, Dalkey

18th Century Italian hand-carved silver leaf tassel ornaments. The tassels originally came from

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

18th Century Italian Rococo Silver Leaf Tassel Ornaments Group of 5

$395 / set

Vintage Rectangular Beveled Sterling Silver Vanity Mirror by William Comyns

By William Comyns Sons 1

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Rectangular Victorian silver leather and wood mounted Vanity mirror, Pierced Frame of C

Category

Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Table Mirrors

Materials

Metal

Vintage Rectangular Beveled Sterling Silver Vanity Mirror by William Comyns

$3,874

Angra Mirror - Hand-Polished Hammered Brass Nickel - Boca do Lobo

Located in Rio Tinto, PT

This large wall mirror offers a tribute to the historical city of Angra do Heroísmo in Azores, Portugal. The seductive and elegant mirror, it's outstanding in its shape and curved de...

Category

2010s Portuguese Wall Mirrors

Materials

Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel, Nickel

Angra Mirror - Hand-Polished Hammered Brass Nickel - Boca do Lobo

$14,480 / item

18th Century Italian Cross with Kyanite, Calcite Crystals, and Baroque Pearls

By Interi

Located in Dublin, Dalkey

18th century Italian crucifix with gold-plated kyanite, calcite crystals in matrix, and baroque

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Rock Crystal, Gold Plate, Gold Leaf

18th Century Italian Cross with Kyanite, Calcite Crystals, and Baroque Pearls

$7,500

19th Century French Fireplace / Wall Mirror

Located in Godstone, GB

all around main frame(typical for 18th century mirrors), and beautiful wood carved top. Original

Category

Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Fireplace / Wall Mirror

$2,122

Ted Coffee Olive, solid olive wood sculptural coffee table

By Greyge

Located in Roma, IT

Greyge's Ted Coffee Olive coffee table is a sculptural object that celebrates the expressive power of solid olive wood, transforming it into a central element of the living environme...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Center Tables

Materials

Crystal, Concrete, Cement, Granite, Marble, Belgian Black Marble, Carrar...

Ted Coffee Olive, solid olive wood sculptural coffee table

$2,254 / item

Brass Two Branch Wall Light, 20th Century

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

with a sprouting flame, all on a carved wood plate with silver painted circular reflector. Measures

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown International Style Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wood

Brass Two Branch Wall Light, 20th Century

$295

20th Century Pair of Venetian Wall Sconces, Italy

Located in Berlin, DE

20th century pair of Venetian wall sconces, Italy Solid wood, carved, colored and silver plated. 3

Category

20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wood

20th Century Pair of Venetian Wall Sconces, Italy

$1,661 Sale Price

20% Off

French Pair Antique 3-Light Wall Sconces

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French pair of 19th century sconces mounted on shapely carved and painted wood back-plates. This

Category

Antique 19th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wood

French Pair Antique 3-Light Wall Sconces

$2,373 / set

Pair of Renaissance Revival Parcel-Gilt Sconces

Located in Chicago, IL

-gilt carved wood back plates, and brass tubes to conceal electrical cord when wired for wall outlets.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Renaissance Revival Parcel-Gilt Sconces

$2,000 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Louis XVI chest of drawers with rose painted color

Located in Kastrup, DK

top plate, wood-carved round rings. 3 drawers with brass fittings, legs with rhombus fillings

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Danish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Louis XVI chest of drawers with rose painted color

$3,085

A Pair of 19th Century Italian Giltwood Mirrors

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A charming pair of early 19th century carved gilt wood mirrors, the plates etched with a basket of

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Giltwood

A Pair of 19th Century Italian Giltwood Mirrors

$4,107 / set

"La Madeleine" Impressionist Parisian Street Scene Oil Painting on Canvas Framed

By Jean Salabet

Located in New York, NY

comes housed in a wonderful wood-carved antique frame with name plate affixed bottom center and hanging

Category

20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Jean Salabet
"La Madeleine" Impressionist Parisian Street Scene Oil Painting on Canvas Framed, Mid-20th Century

$4,800 Sale Price

20% Off

"La Place Dutertre a Montmartre" Impressionist Paris Scene Oil Painting Framed

By Jean Salabet

Located in New York, NY

excitement. The piece is signed by the artist lower right, and it comes housed in a wonderful wood-carved

Category

20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Jean Salabet
"La Place Dutertre a Montmartre" Impressionist Paris Scene Oil Painting Framed, Mid-20th Century

$6,000

David Anthony Tauszky, Portrait of a Chinese Woman, American Art Deco, ca. 1920s

Located in New York, NY

David Anthony Tauszky in the 1920s. The magnificent hand-carved wood & gold plated Art Deco frame is

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Paint

David Anthony Tauszky, Portrait of a Chinese Woman, American Art Deco, ca. 1920s

$6,500

Antique Hand Carved Wood decorative Wall Plate

By France Franck

Located in Grantham, GB

Beautiful antique hand carved wood wall plate brilliant condition beautiful home decor.

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Vintage 1920s French Black Forest Decorative Art

Materials

Bentwood

Antique Hand Carved Wood decorative Wall Plate

$766

Large Vintage Carved Wood Tray or Plate from Scandinavia, 1920

Located in Stockholm, SE

Beautiful and vintage rich carved wood serving plate from the 1920s Scandinavia. A fantastic large

Category

Vintage 1920s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Dishes and Vid...

Materials

Metal

Large Vintage Carved Wood Tray or Plate from Scandinavia, 1920

$341

Louis XVI Mirror in Carved Wood and Silver Plated Wood, 18th Century

Located in Paris, FR

Louis XVI Mirror in carved wood and silver giltwood. Richly decorated with garlands of flowers and

Category

Antique 1770s French Louis XVI Wall Mirrors

Materials

Giltwood

Louis XVI Mirror in Carved Wood and Silver Plated Wood, 18th Century

$5,577

Wood Plates from Southern India

Located in Richmond, CA

Carved wood plates from Southern India. Selling all three together, but will entertain an

Category

20th Century Indian Bowls and Baskets

Materials

Wood

Wood Plates from Southern India

$200 / set

Wood and Metal Plate Marka Ram Mask

Located in Cookeville, TN

Carved wooden ram mask with brass overlay. Horns are carved wrapping the head on either side. Ears

Category

Late 20th Century Brazilian Folk Art Masks

Materials

Brass

Wood and Metal Plate Marka Ram Mask

$636

Rare American Carved Mirror with Original Plate, 18th Century

Located in By Appointment Only, Ontario

Rare carved mirror from Sag Harbor NY. Original plate, beautifully oxidized, late 18th century.

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Antique 18th Century American Primitive Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Rare American Carved Mirror with Original Plate, 18th Century

$2,750

Lotus Arts de Vivre Carved Wood and Gem-Set Handbag

By Lotus Arts De Vivre

Located in Vail, CO

Nature-inspired handbag in elegantly carved Liana wood with yellow-gold plated ends, feet and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Boxes and Cases

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Gold Plate

Lotus Arts de Vivre Carved Wood and Gem-Set Handbag

$6,500

Italian Carved Wood and Gilded 17th Century Style Baroque Mirror, circa 1860

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

This is a wonderfully stylish Italian mid-19th century carved wood and gilded 17th century style

Category

Antique 1860s Italian Baroque Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood, Plate Glass

Italian Carved Wood and Gilded 17th Century Style Baroque Mirror, circa 1860

$3,850

Wine Goblet by Nairi Safaryan - Boxwood, Gold Plated Silver

By Nairi Safaryan

Located in Santa Clarita, CA

Each stunning piece is hand carved to the limits of the wood's capacity by combining technical

Category

2010s American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Wine Goblet by Nairi Safaryan - Boxwood, Gold Plated Silver

$7,000

Untitled, Cocobolo Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

By Nairi Safaryan

Located in Santa Clarita, CA

Each stunning piece is hand carved to the limits of the wood's capacity by combining technical

Category

2010s American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Other

Untitled, Cocobolo Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

$1,500

Expectation, Cocobolo Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

By Nairi Safaryan

Located in Santa Clarita, CA

Each stunning piece is hand carved to the limits of the wood's capacity by combining technical

Category

2010s American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Other

Expectation, Cocobolo Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

$8,000

Pair of French Louis XV Neo-Rococo Armchairs Bergères Silver Plated Cinnamon

Located in Ettlingen, Baden-Wurttemberg

Pair of French Rococo style armchairs, called Bergères, carved wood, silver leaf plated

Category

Early 20th Century French Rococo Revival Bergere Chairs

Materials

Silver Leaf

Pair of French Louis XV Neo-Rococo Armchairs Bergères Silver Plated Cinnamon

$7,713 / set

Center Table, Italy, Marble Plate

Located in Paris, FR

carved wood. The plate is in Scagliola. This table is in Pietra Dura with represents a bunch with flowers

Category

Antique 1860s Italian Center Tables

Materials

Wood

Center Table, Italy, Marble Plate

$296,681

Untitled, Ebony, Holly Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

By Nairi Safaryan

Located in Santa Clarita, CA

Each stunning piece is hand carved to the limits of the wood's capacity by combining technical

Category

2010s American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Other

Untitled, Ebony, Holly Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

$6,300

Sky Kids Nightstand in Wood Lacquer Gray Finish by Circu Magical Furniture

By Circu

Located in New York, NY

have it in different colors. Materials: Wood, lacquered in glossy grey, brass with nickel plated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Night Stands

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

Sky Kids Nightstand in Wood Lacquer Gray Finish by Circu Magical Furniture

$4,730 / item

Elation, Cocobolo and Holly Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

By Nairi Safaryan

Located in Santa Clarita, CA

Each stunning piece is hand carved to the limits of the wood's capacity by combining technical

Category

2010s American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Other

Elation, Cocobolo and Holly Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

$1,800

Richly Decorated Wooden Lock Plate, Renaissance, 17th Century, Flanders

Located in Brussels, BE

A richly decorated wooden lock plate - Renaissance - 17th century, Flanders With various figures

Category

Antique 17th Century Belgian Renaissance Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Richly Decorated Wooden Lock Plate, Renaissance, 17th Century, Flanders

$2,966

Girl with a Jar, Cocobolo Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

By Nairi Safaryan

Located in Santa Clarita, CA

Each stunning piece is hand carved to the limits of the wood's capacity by combining technical

Category

2010s American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Other

Girl with a Jar, Cocobolo Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

$1,800

African Beauty II, Ebony, Boxwood, Cocobolo Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

By Nairi Safaryan

Located in Santa Clarita, CA

Each stunning piece is hand carved to the limits of the wood's capacity by combining technical

Category

2010s American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Other

African Beauty II, Ebony, Boxwood, Cocobolo Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

$1,800

African Beauty I, Ebony, Boxwood, Cocobolo Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

By Nairi Safaryan

Located in Santa Clarita, CA

Each stunning piece is hand carved to the limits of the wood's capacity by combining technical

Category

2010s American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Other

African Beauty I, Ebony, Boxwood, Cocobolo Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

$1,800

21st Century Empire-Style Bed Bench with Plated Fabric by Modenese Interiors

By Modenese Gastone

Located in PADOVA, Italy

, this piece has six white finished empire-style wooden legs to support it, below a solid wood base with

Category

2010s Italian Empire Benches

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

21st Century Empire-Style Bed Bench with Plated Fabric by Modenese Interiors

$6,248 / item

17th Century Netherlandish Cabinetmaker s Frame, with its Period Mirror Plate

Located in London, GB

Indian ebony mouldings the frame retains its original patina and plate. The frame can also be hung

Category

Antique 1630s Dutch Wall Mirrors

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Wood, Ebony

17th Century Netherlandish Cabinetmaker s Frame, with its Period Mirror Plate

$19,511

Restored 1980s Vintage Bar Cart in Wood, Brass, and Glass

Located in Los Angeles, CA

unique piece is crafted from a wood, brass, mirror, and glass combination, ensuring both style and

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Restored 1980s Vintage Bar Cart in Wood, Brass, and Glass

$1,648

Walnut Wood Round Decorative Box with Amethyst Crystal Finial, c. 1960 s

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Danish Modern box handcrafted from walnut wood with stylized rounded design. Removable lid

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Amethyst, Gold Leaf

Walnut Wood Round Decorative Box with Amethyst Crystal Finial, c. 1960 s

$575

17th Century Netherlandish Cabinetmaker s Frame, with its Period Mirror Plate

Located in London, GB

mirror plate shows signs of wear with foxing etc .

Category

Antique Mid-17th Century Belgian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Wood, Ebony

17th Century Netherlandish Cabinetmaker s Frame, with its Period Mirror Plate

$20,538

2 Lights Wall Sconce in 24kt Plated Finish with Crystal Pendants by Modenese

By Modenese Gastone

Located in PADOVA, Italy

plated finish and Scholler crystal pendants, delicately moulded by our skilled italian artisans. This

Category

2010s Italian Victorian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Gold Leaf

2 Lights Wall Sconce in 24kt Plated Finish with Crystal Pendants by Modenese

$1,186 / item

Pair of Large American Mid-Century Modern Blonde Wood and Chrome Console Lamps

By Majestic Lamp Company

Located in Port Hope, ON

This impressive pair of large American Mid-Century Modern blonde wood and chrome console lamps

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Large American Mid-Century Modern Blonde Wood and Chrome Console Lamps

$3,250 / set

Console with a Carved Figure of Blackamoor and Topped with Silvered Copper

Located in Madrid, ES

Console with a carved figure of Blackamoor and topped with silvered copper

Category

Early 20th Century European Console Tables

Materials

Silver Plate

Console with a Carved Figure of Blackamoor and Topped with Silvered Copper

$6,170

Modern Beech Wood Harar Side Table by Caffe Latte

By Caffe Latte

Located in New York, NY

Modern Harar beech wood side table by Caffe Latte, the perfect company for your sofa, this

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Suede, Fabric, Bouclé, Cotton, Jacquard, Linen, Velvet, Synthet...

Modern Beech Wood Harar Side Table by Caffe Latte

$3,880 / item

Modern Beech Wood Java Center Table by Caffe Latte

By Caffe Latte

Located in New York, NY

Modern Java beech wood center table by Caffe Latte Modern Java beech wood center table by Caffe

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome, Iron, Zinc

Modern Beech Wood Java Center Table by Caffe Latte

$3,210 / item

Contemporary Modern Wood Ceylon Side Table by Caffe Latte

By Caffe Latte

Located in New York, NY

Contemporary Modern Ceylon wood side table by Caffe Latte This Contemporary Modern Ceylon wood

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome, Iron, Zinc

Contemporary Modern Wood Ceylon Side Table by Caffe Latte

$5,870 / item

German Art Deco Nickel, Chrome "Metropolis" Tabletop Eight-Size Cigar Cutter

By Alhoso of Solingen 1

Located in Port Hope, ON

This rare, large and architectural German Art Deco nickel/chrome, eight-size, tabletop cigar cutter is by Alhoso of Solingen, Germany and its design is often nicknamed, for obvious r...

Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Chrome

German Art Deco Nickel, Chrome "Metropolis" Tabletop Eight-Size Cigar Cutter

$1,350

Daybed / Day Lounge Bed / Empire / Retour De Egypt / North German, Around 1810

Located in Volkach, BY

(panther feet). Our day bed is made of lion legs with arcanthus tendrils, which are probably carved from

Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Empire Daybeds

Materials

Wood

Daybed / Day Lounge Bed / Empire / Retour De Egypt / North German, Around 1810

$11,273

Modern Contemporary Angra Black with Brass Base Sideboard by Boca do Lobo

By Boca Do Lobo

Located in New York, NY

materials. MATERIALS AND FINISHES Polished Brass, Casted Brass, High Gloss Black Lacquered Wood, Sahara

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Modern Contemporary Angra Black with Brass Base Sideboard by Boca do Lobo

$36,600 / item

Girl with a Jar, Boxwood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

By Nairi Safaryan

Located in Santa Clarita, CA

Each stunning piece is hand carved to the limits of the wood's capacity by combining technical

Category

2010s American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Other

Girl with a Jar, Boxwood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

$1,500

Anne’s Altar / Collector’s Chest of Drawers

By Jiri Krejcirik

Located in Prague 3, Vinohrady

best installation / Winner 07/2022 // Big See Wood Design 2022 / Winner.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Anne’s Altar / Collector’s Chest of Drawers

$30,854

Sonnet Dresser Selenite and Nickel By Newell Design Studio

By Newell Design Studio, Jeff Newell

Located in Orange, CA

The Sonnet dresser uses the rhythmic patterns of selenite, hand cut and arranged in vertical pattern along with polished metal inlay and handles to create a beautiful luxurious state...

Category

2010s American Modern Dressers

Materials

Stone, Rock Crystal, Crystal, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Metal, Nickel, Bra...

Sonnet Dresser Selenite and Nickel By Newell Design Studio

$60,354 / item

Contemporary Modern Velvet Capuchin Sofa by Caffe Latte

By Caffe Latte

Located in New York, NY

Beige Table: Walnut Glossy Veneer Base: Ash Wood with Wengue Stain Varnish Matte Dimensions: Width

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Faux Leather, Walnut, Leather, Suede, Fabric, Textile, Cotton, T...

Contemporary Modern Velvet Capuchin Sofa by Caffe Latte

$12,600 / item

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Wood Carved Plate For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the wood carved plate you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every wood carved plate was constructed with great care. Find 85 options for an antique or vintage wood carved plate now, or shop our selection of 10 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the wood carved plate you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each wood carved plate bearing Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Modern hallmarks is very popular. Interi, Boca Do Lobo and Ale Preda each produced at least one beautiful wood carved plate that is worth considering.

How Much is a Wood Carved Plate?

Prices for a wood carved plate start at $159 and top out at $32,079 with the average selling for $2,600.

Questions About Wood Carved Plate

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