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Period: 20th Century
Japanese Big Antique Blue And White Hand-Painted Good Fortune Money Cat
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan a rare large-scale and lovely hand-painted blue and white ceramic Maneki Neko good fortune money cat. It is from the Arita/ imari kilns and dates to the early 20th century. Notice the intricate detailed blue painting on white porcelain of this cat's eyes, body, necklace, and tail. Dimensions: Big 15.5 inches tall and 7inches wide. This comes from a very fine Kyoto area collection. Handsome hand painted blue detail replete with a necklace with bells and bows. Old original patina from appropriate age. An earlier work of art that is hard to find in this size and quality. Handmade and hand-painted. Only one. History: The Maneki-Neko (Japanese literally -beckoning cat) - is a common Japanese figurine (lucky charm, talisman) which is often believed to bring good luck to the owner. In Modern Times, they are usually made of ceramic or plastic. Wooden examples are few and far between. The figurine depicts a cat (traditionally a calico Japanese Bobtail) beckoning with an upright paw, and is usually displayed in—often at the entrance of—shops, restaurants, pachinko parlors, and other businesses. The maneki-neko is sometimes also called the welcoming cat, lucky cat, money cat, happy cat...
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Japanese Taisho 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic

Chinese Sculpture Hand Carved Farmer
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
8-163 small hand carved figure of a peasant with a removable straw hat. circa 1920-30's.
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Chinese Vintage 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Fruitwood

Early 20th century Old Burmese lacquerware betelnut box from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This exquisite old Burmese lacquerware betelnut box, dating back to the early 20th century, showcases the rich cultural heritage of Burma (Myanmar). Crafted from traditional lacquerw...
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Burmese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lacquer

20th Century Chinese Cork Diorama, circa 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful 20th century oval Chinese cork diorama. Finely carved decoration in a glass case and black lacquered base. Chinese landscape view, a pagoda in a traditional garden featur...
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Chinese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Cork

Japan Vintage Solid Granite Stone Round Top Yukimi Lantern With Old Patina
Located in South Burlington, VT
One of our most beautiful Yukimi solid granite stone lanterns in a classic round top style, portable and convenient size 28" Tall. Please view our video. Attractive simple concent...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone, Granite

Year of the Dragon Elaborate Hand Carved Stone Dragon Sculpture on Rosewood Base
Located in Tustin, CA
Intricately hand carved from a single block of richly variegated stone, this incredibly detailed and elaborate, Chinese sculpture is a true work of art. It features a dragon on a car...
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Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone, Carnelian

Japanese Signed Hand Carved Wood Noh Theater Mask of Doji, Early Showa Period
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful, wonderfully crafted, alluring mask made for Japanese Noh theatre. The mask is handcrafted and hand-carved from natural wood and is signed by the maker. This mask is o...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Beautiful Antique Bronze Bamboo Form Ikebana Vase- Rare Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
Hard to find red bronze "Bamboo" Form Ikebana Vase This bronze vase was designed and signed by Japan National Living Treasure artist, Takahashi Keiten. See signature on bottom. ...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japan Tall Round Garden Lantern Beautiful Orchid Flowers
Located in South Burlington, VT
A handsome quality tall sturdy old "Orchid Flowers & Vines" tea garden lantern in a convenient portable size. May be suspended from loop or installed on any surface using the three ...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Chinese Famille Rose Enameled Porcelain Guanyin, Zeng Longsheng, 1980 s, China
Located in Austin, TX
A large and vibrantly decorated Chinese famille rose enameled porcelain figure of Guanyin, marked Zeng Longsheng (1901 - 1964), but of later manufacture...
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Chinese Qing Vintage 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

Large Italian A.Santini Faux Ivory Tusk Carving God of Longevity Chinoiserie 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
A huge Italian A.Santini faux ivory resin sculpture in a curved tusk form, standing 25" tall, of a detailed Chinese god of Longevity standing with a child, mounted upon a stand with ...
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Italian Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Resin

Japanese Hannya (般若) Noh Mask. Attributed to Takada Fuki (高田 冨季, 1935–2008)
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Hannya (般若) Noh Mask attributed to Takada Fuki (高田 冨季, 1935–2008) Mask: Hannya (般若) SKU: TBA15 Size: W: 17cm, H: 21 cm (W/horns 25.5cm) The Hannya mask represents a female demon w...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Brass Baby Rattle Whistle Bell Dangles, India
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique brass baby rattle whistle bell dangles, India. Handcrafted baby rattle in openwork designs with whistle handle and three decorative bell dangles. ...
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Indian Folk Art 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

Pair Vintage Chinese Yellow Glazed Tall Foo Dogs, Mid 20th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A fun and colorful pair of vintage Chinese famille jaune glazed porcelain tall (15") foo dogs or foo lions, Chinese export, early to mid 20th century, China. The delightful pair of ...
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Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Enamel

Hands Up Carved Wood Happy Buddha
Located in Norton, MA
A hands up carved wood Happy Buddha, very happy figure.
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Chinese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

20th Sculpture of an Asiatic Man with Birds and Harlequin Motifs, Spain
Located in Miami, FL
This alluring statue will elevate any interior decor. Nimble and flexible yet astute and clever, this statue is here portrayed in the midst of a traditional dance. The masterful de...
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Spanish Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Large Bronze Temple Meditation Bowl Rin Complete And Resonating Sound
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a sweet large bronze hand hammered temple bell rin, complete set four pieces with bronze bell, red lacquered display base, cushion, and striker as photographed. Perfect medit...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japan Huge Antique Pair Quail Sculptures Hand-Carved Red Lacquered
Located in South Burlington, VT
Fine Pair (2) Quails In A Monumental Size Japan, a fine huge pair (2) of antique quail sculpture hand-carved and red lacquered, Taisho period. Fine...
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Japanese Taisho 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

1960s Japanese Signed Ainu Hokkaido Wooden Bear Carving Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and most impressive 1960s Japanese Ainu bear sculpture. Artist signed and dated. Indigenous Ainu Peoples, probably Ashikawa, Hokkaido, Japan's northe...
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Japanese Black Forest 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

CHINA REPUBLICAN 20th Century Buddha Statue In Porcelain Zeng Long Sheng Mark
Located in Miami, FL
A China republic seated Buddha in porcelain. This is a beautiful antique devotive figure of a seated happy Buddha created in the China Republic back in the early 20th-century, circa...
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Chinese Chinese Export Vintage 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Enamel

Hetian Jade Boulder on Carved Wooden Stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hetian Jade Boulder on Carved Wooden Stand Chinese Hetian jade gamble stone mounted on a wooden base. The stone displays natural tones of brown, yellow, and green, typical of Hetian...
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Chinese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Mid-20th Century Chinese Jade Grape Vine Sculpture
Located in Pomona, CA
This magnificent vintage Chinese Jade sculpture is all hand made and hand carved Grape vine climbing on the stone. In Chinese folks, Grapes have many fruits in clusters, which means ...
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Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Early 20th Century Ramayana Scene Wood Carving, Wall Hanging
Located in Pomona, CA
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...
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Indonesian Art Deco 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Decorative Togatta Kokeshi Doll Sculpture from Northern Japan, Hand-Painted
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and exceptionally 18 inches tall classic traditional Togatta Kokeshi doll from Northern Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted in the ...
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Japanese Edo 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

20th Century Italian Etruscan Bacchus Terra Cotta Head - Vintage Statuette
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Tuscan clay head of Dionisio Etrusco Bacco made of hand crafted terra cotta, in good condition. Minor fading, scratches due to age. Wear consistent...
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Italian Art Deco 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta

Vintage Khmer Cast Bronze Head of Shiva, Angkor Wat Style, 1970 s, Thailand
Located in Austin, TX
A well cast vintage Khmer, Angkor Wat style, bronze head of Shiva, circa 1970's, Thailand. Shiva, the Hindu god of creation, change and destruction, is identified by the third eye in the center of his forehead. His highly stylized face features alluring almond shaped eyes, a flattened nose, and broad mouth. Shiva is adorned with ornate earrings and an elaborate crown. The heavy earrings...
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Thai Vintage 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Daruma 1860-1920s / Sculpture Wabi Sabi Mingei
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old wooden form of Daruma made in Japan. It is estimated to have been made between the Meiji and Taisho periods (1860s-1920s) and seems to have been made of cedar wood. De...
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Japanese Meiji 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Cedar

Hand Carved Oriental Shan Style Buddha Head
Located in Delray Beach, FL
A fine example of a hand carved solid wood Oriental Buddha head, in overall good condition, hand painted and the top ornament made of bronze. Mounted on decorative genuine coral...
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Thai 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Large Bronze Dancing Shiva, Nataraja, 19th/20th Century, South India
Located in Austin, TX
A heavy and well cast South Indian bronze figure of Shiva Nataraja, or Shiva as Lord of the Dance, in the Chola style, late 19th or early 20th century, India. Shiva is portrayed here in his form as Nataraja, the Lord of the Dance. An iconic and powerful image, Shiva is portrayed engaged in his dance of creation, protection, and destruction, bringing together all his aspects into one sublime form. Shiva dances ecstatically, facing the viewer with his body twisted, his long locks of hair streaming out around him, his four arms in action, with one leg raised, the other stomping on the dwarf demon Apasmara, who represents spiritual ignorance. In one hand he holds a damaru, or ritual drum...
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Indian Antique 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Foo Lion Large Hammered Brass Sculpture/Storage Box
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1194 Hand hammered brass Japanese Foo Lion sculpture/storage box.
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20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

Japanese Lucky Gods Set Five Sculptures, Sotaro Saegusa, Hard To Find Mint
Located in South Burlington, VT
Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor display space with this special set of treasures from Japan. This is an attractive solid and finely cast effigy five piece s...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Huge Pair Hand Painted Garden Ducks
Located in South Burlington, VT
Magnificent Ducks Pair A fine matched pair (2) of large scale Japanese original hand-cast and hand painted garden ducks from the 1940s-1950s with detailed plumage, heads, beaks, ta...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Antique Burmese Bronze Temple Gong with Mallet and Raised Center
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Burmese bronze temple gong with mallet. This exquisite antique Burmese bronze temple gong captures attention with its traditional circular form and raised center. Featuring a rich, brown veined patina, this piece embodies the timeless beauty of Burmese craftsmanship. The gong comes with a mallet and a rope for easy hanging, adding authenticity and functionality to its striking design. Though the base is not included, its presence alone makes a bold statement, whether displayed as a decorative object or used in a more interactive setting. Perfect for enhancing a living room, meditation space, or entryway, this temple gong serves as both a historical artifact and a stunning conversation piece. Its strong visual presence and the mallet's tactile invitation offer an engaging experience for guests. Whether hung as a sculptural wall accent or placed in a central area to invoke a sense of serenity and tradition, this Burmese gong...
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Burmese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Signed Sergio Bustamante Paper Mache Green Parrot Bird Hanging Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Signed Sergio Bustamante Paper Mache Green Parrot Bird Hanging Sculpture 10/100. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 56" H x 1...
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Unknown Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Other

Antique Chinese Deep Carved Rosewood Figural King Throne Chair with Dragons 1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Chinese Deeply Carved Rosewood Figural King Throne Chair with Dragons C1920 Measures - 48.25"H x 29"W x 25"D An exquisite antique Chinese thr...
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Chinese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Rosewood

Chinese Famille Verte Porcelain He-He Er Xian Group, Early 20th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A delightful famille verte enameled porcelain figural group of the He-He Er Xian, the Twins of Harmony and Union, late Qing Dynasty, circa 1900, China. The He-He Er Xian are portr...
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Chinese Qing 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

Mid 20th Century Chinese Wooden Carved Pagoda/Nine Dragons Wall
Located in Pomona, CA
The original Nine Dragon Wall was built during the reconstruction of Ningshou Palace in 1772. It is 29.4 meters long, 3.5 meters high and 0.45 meters thick. It is a single-sided glazed screen wall built against the palace wall. Very famous in Chinese history. Up for your consideration is a reproduction of wooden carved nine dragon wall for decoration only. It has very delicate carving works of nine dragons on the front and nine phoenixes on the back. Also, there are four dragon posts to support the roof. Look at the detailed photos, there are some minor wears due to the age. but it still maintained its very good condition. Size: 17in H x 22in W x 3.75in D Origin: China Circa: 1950s Material: Wood Condition: Original finish, detailed hand carving works, normal age wear. Disclaimer: Due to differences in monitor/screen settings, product colors may differ slightly between product photos...
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Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Asian Dancing Hindu Bronze Copper Shiva Nataraja Circa 1950
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage heavy Indian patinated copper bronze statue of Shiva Nataraja. An Indian metal alloy copper model of Shiva Nataraja. "The Hindu God Shiva performs his dance of Bliss" In the ...
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Indian Tibetan 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Indian Vintage Carved Wooden Bull Sculpture Depicting Guardian Deity Nandi
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian vintage Nandi bull sculpture from the mid 20th century, with carved motifs and dark patina. Created in India during the mid 20th century, this car...
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Indian 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Batak Tribe Wood Singa Panel with Polychrome, Mounted on Metal Stand, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This tribal panel originates from the Batak tribe of Sumatra. The Batak are known for the elaborate decoration of their buildings and these decorative panel additions would have been...
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Indonesian Tribal 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Large Patinated Bronze Sukhothai Style Buddha Head Sculpture
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fascinating patinated bronze metal Buddha head depicted in a Sukhothai style from Thailand with a serene face. His head is covered in small snail curls and topped with a flaming Ushn...
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Thai Tribal 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Vintage Patinated Bronze Thai "Singha" Guardian Lions / Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of patinated bronze Thai "Singha" guardian lions / foo dogs, circa 1950s. The pair are in very good vintage condition with amazing detail and a gorgeous patina. Each dog measure...
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Thai 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japan Antique "Peach” Temple Flower Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
Historic Stone Peach Lantern Hand carved from early 20th century Please view our video. Japan, an early tall hand carved Peach motif lantern “Momo” stone, 55 inches high and 23 in...
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Japanese Taisho 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Fine America’s Chieftain Ceremonial Figure
Located in South Burlington, VT
Pre-Columbian style , Hispaniola, Arawak Peoples, Taino Native Indians This is a finely carved Taino Cacique Chief's hand carved hard wood figure- a superb ancestor style ceremonial...
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American Pre-Columbian 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

China Large Mountain Double Peak Natural Marble Stone "Painting"
Located in South Burlington, VT
A magnificent Mountain "Double Peak" - Chinese extraordinary natural marble stone painting of a mythical mountain landscape called a dream stone Shih-hua. It is a large monumental...
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Chinese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Marble

Japanese Two Section Hand Carved Bone Rat Inro with Netsuke - Signed
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice vintage Japanese two section hand carved bone rat inro with netsuke, circa early 1950s. The piece is well carved with wonderful detail and in very good vintage condition; it ...
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Japanese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bone

Japanese Signed Hand Carved Wood Noh Theater Omi-Onna Mask with Custom Box 1900s
Located in Studio City, CA
A truly beautiful, wonderfully crafted, alluring female mask made for the Japanese Noh theatre. This mask is handcrafted and carved from natural wood and lacquer. Omi-Onna's (...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Old Wood Carving Bear 1950s-1970s / Figurine Sculpture Mingei
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old Japanese wooden carving of a bear, created in the mid‑Showa period (1950s–1970s). Each piece was carefully hand‑carved by an artisan, resulting in a simple yet charmi...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Cedar

Japan Large Older Stone Classic Yukimi Lantern Beautiful Details, 33 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
Classic Style, Portable and Convenient Size 33" Tall And 28 " Diameter. Beautiful patina, lovely lantern Please view our video. Japan, a fine large vintage hand carved granite ston...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone, Granite

Vintage Burl Mahogany Tansu Chest with Paper Antique Calligraphy Lining
Located in Lomita, CA
This is a unique Japanese Tansu chest that presents beautifully and also offers a glimpse into history through its design. The inside of the cabinet and the back side are covered in ...
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Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

Thai Standing Buddha of Protection
Located in Chicago, IL
This standing Buddha figure from Thailand wears a serene expression of stillness and calm. Cast of bronze alloy in the Ayutthaya style, the Buddha is draped in bejeweled robes remini...
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Thai 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Vintage Cast Metal Chalice with Cobalt Glass Art Nouveau
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and unique chalice holder with lid. This piece is incredibly full of detail while maintaining a simple aesthetic. The holder builds up from the base into a frame with four ...
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American Art Nouveau Vintage 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Early 20th century Large old bronze Nepali Bodhisattva statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This large old bronze Nepali Bodhisattva statue is a striking example of early 20th-century Himalayan craftsmanship. Measuring 85.1 cm high, 30.7 cm wide, and 26 cm deep, it is craft...
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Burmese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Spectacular pair of Chinese Buddhist guardian temple foo dogs or foo lions intricately crafted from bronzed metal. The lions are depicted sitting with one having a paw on a ball or o...
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Chinese Qing 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Vintage Japanese Three Rat Netsuke
Located in Chicago, IL
The lack of pockets on traditional Japanese kimonos resulted in small pouches or boxes that were strung at the waist and secured by button-like fasteners known as netsuke. Although t...
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Japanese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair of Antique Chinese Stone Figures Statues Han Style
Located in Somis, CA
A pair of vintage solid stone court attendants. Of tall slender form, wearing long flowing robes flaring at the bottom with hands within wide, decorative cuffs. The realistically mod...
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Chinese Han 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Chinese Grapevine Jade Sculpture
Located in Astoria, NY
Chinese Grapevine Jade Sculpture, mounted atop a hardwood sculpture. 15.25" H x 13.5" W x 5.5" D. Provenance: From a Fifth Avenue Collection.
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Chinese Qing 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Chinese Grapevine Jade Sculpture
Chinese Grapevine Jade Sculpture
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Antique Indian Carved and Painted Wooden Mughal Horse on Rectangular Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian carved wooden Mughal horse from the 20th century, with weathered patina. Carved in India during the 20th century, this antique w...
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Indian 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japan Fine Antique Bronze Table Lamp With Writhing Dragon
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a Fine jumbo sized 13" antique heavy hand cast bronze round lantern with exquisite details from the early Taisho period- one of the finest we have handled in over ten years. ...
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Japanese Taisho 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Large Inuit Soapstone Sculpture of a Walrus with Tusks by Ragee Kupapik E7837
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Large Inuit soapstone sculpture of a walrus with tusks, the soapstone is in a large-scale size and quite heavy, the tusks are made from a wal...
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Canadian Native American 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Soapstone