Early 20th Century Japanese Root Carving

This is an old Japanese wood carving figurine. It is thought to have been made around the Taisho period to the early Showa period (1912-1950). This is an ornament made using a tree l...

This wooden crane figurine was crafted in Japan in the late 20th century. The artist utilized the natural shape of the wood, particularly the roots, to carve the crane's body. The base is carved from a knot, and its powerful, organic contours convey the base's sense of life. This piece elevates nature's natural form to the crane with minimal modification. Cranes have long been considered symbols of longevity and good fortune, and have been used in wedding and New Year's decorations. The idea of ​​emanating the crane's shape from the roots of a tree seems to reflect the Japanese view of nature and their cherishing the "signs of things." The slender legs simply slide into the base, allowing for easy disassembly. This figurine is easy to transport and store, making it a convenient display piece. Weighing just 0.75 kg, it can be easily placed anywhere. It enhances the traditional atmosphere when placed in a Japanese-style alcove, or in front of a modern white-walled space or exposed concrete wall, the contrast of the materials creates a striking art piece. Placing it on a windowsill, entryway shelf...

19th Century mahogany Chinese root carving of a seated ancient warrior, very detailed and nicely carved. Circa 1880. Damage to left arm and ba...

Presenting an exquisite pair of early 20th-century Chinese wood carvings that exude artistry and cultural richness. These masterfully crafted piece...

Wonderful hand carved wooden wall plaque with intricate detail of a scene from Ramayana. According to the Hindu epic Ramayana relates the story of the life of Rama, the seventh incar...

I have acquired something very unique. I would like to introduce an old Japanese wooden carved frog ornament. The frog is standing and in a pose similar ...

This nicely carved bird figure is done in an 18th-century style but is from the very late 19th century to early republic period. The stone is a soft mellow celadon green with dark br...

Chinese Soapstone fish carving 20th century. This exquisite soapstone sculpture is a unique carving, as it shows to us the natural formation of two stones with the grey soapstone accompanied by the red, yellow and beige soapstone carved into a beautiful depiction of fish and and underwater coral. Shoushan stone...

Three early 20th century red horn carvings of Buddha and Bodhisattvas. These three carvings all from approx. circa 1915 represent the bodhisattvas and or the ...

An elegant Japanese cast bronze okimono of a swimming carp, Taisho Period (1912 - 1926), early 20th century, Japan. The graceful fish portrayed realistically in motion, as if swimmi...