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Austrian Bronze Dog Letter Clip, Circa 1900
Located in High Point, NC
19th century Austrian cold painted bronze hound fashioned as a paper clip, mounted on a walnut base. These were whimsical pieces that were made int the late Victorian era and early ...
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Early 1900s Austrian Edwardian Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique Tang-Style Horse Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
The beautifully hand carved Chinese wood horse is in the style of those produced during the Tang Dynasty. The material is a dark wood with remnant of red paint. Parts were carved sep...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Elephant Table Lamp Hand Carved Wood and Copper Aldo Tura for Macabo Italy 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Not many Aldo Tura pieces can be compared to this unique table lamp, hand carved from a single piece of wood. Aldo Tura lamps were done in small editions and the detail and level of ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Animal Sculptures

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Copper

Large 19th Century Parker American Carousel Horse
Located in Dallas, TX
Carousel Horse (American, 19th C) Wood carved with traces of paint with stand. An amazing decorative statement; this charming wood carved carousel horse shows character with traces of its original paint and jointed construction. The glass eye balls and facial features is a focal point from tail to hoof. Probably coming originally from a Long Island New York fair carousel ride, this bold yet soft piece draws eyes and complimentary statements as soon as guests see it. Comes with decorative wood stand! Attributed to Parker carousel horses...
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1890s American American Classical Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Antique Children Carousel Pig, Germany ca. 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Children Carousel Pig, Germany ca. 1920s A wooden carved children's carousel pig with polychrome painting, made in Germany around 1920. Original unrestored condition, partially repainted, traces of use according to the old age, some minor imperfections. A great addition to any sophisticated interior decoration. The first carousel horses were created in the 18th century for the entertainment of aristocrats. The enthusiasm spread to broad sections of the population and the Vienna Prater was opened with a carousel in 1766. Germany developed into a center of carousel construction. Famous manufacturers included Friedrich Heyn...
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Early 20th Century German Other Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Vintage Hand Carved Brown Painted Wood Horse Sculpture, Sweden circa 1940
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the very worn look that creates the wonderful appeal of this original painted and carved horse. The brown paint has been worn off along the back, while the tattered leather ears and carved black painted mane reflect a simpler time. Real horse hair was used to create the tail. Sold in used vintage condition. Please examine the close up photos to understand condition and details, inlcuding worn paint, nicks, scratches, wood cracks and separation, etc. Wonderful vintage display item...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Rustic Wood Animal Sculptures

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Leather, Wood, Paint

Danish Designer, Sculpture, Wood, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A solid carved wood sculpture designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 7.625” H x 5.5” W x 7.625” D
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Pair of American Folk Art Tin Clad Pug Dog Bookends
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of American Folk Art Tin Clad Pug dog bookends USA, circa 1940s A great pair of hand-crafted, possibly one of kind American Folk Art Tin Clad pug d...
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20th Century American Folk Art Wood Animal Sculptures

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Tin

American carved painted confidence crow decoy, c. 1900-25
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Carved & painted wood confidence crow decoy with glass eyes. Mounted on a period fence post finial. American, circa 1900-25.
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20th Century American Wood Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Wood, Paint

19th Century American Hand Carved Wood Horse Head
Located in Stamford, CT
American late 19th century hand carved wood head of a horse, stained black, shown wearing a bridal and bit, with mouth open as if in a full gallop. A very handsome piece of sculpture, likely a fragment from a larger piece, now mounted on a custom iron base. Great decoration for the equestrian or lover of horses. Great for mantel...
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Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Norwegian Norway Mid-Century Teak Bear Sculpture In Manner of Arne Tjomsland
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful, wonderfully designed gem of a piece. This work made of teak was made in Norway in the mid-1950s. We believe it could very well be by renowned Norwegian designer Arne T...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Wood Animal Sculptures

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Teak

20th Century Chinese Gilt carved Wooden Tang Horse Sculpture
Located in Pomona, CA
Chinese Gilt Polychrome Wooden Carved Tang Dynasty Style Horse Sculpture. Featured nicely hand carved and hand painted with gilt highlighted on...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

A ‘Black Forest’ walnut plaque of the “Lion of Lucerne”
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A ‘Black Forest’ walnut plaque of the “Lion of Lucerne”, of rectangular form with a recess showing a dying lion resting on two shields, the motto “Helvetiorum Fidei Ac Virtuti dei X ...
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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Walnut

Lladró Arabian Pure Breed Horse Figurine by Ernest Massuet. Limited Edition.
Located in New York City, NY
Glossy porcelain animal figurine of limited series of purebred Arabian horse with thick fur on a wooden base. Portrait of a purebred grey Ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Wood Animal Sculptures

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Porcelain, Wood

Early 20th C. Brick/Cream Stepped Polygon and Cross Ceremonial Carpet, Tibet
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early 20th C. Brick/Cream Wool Stepped Polygon and Cross Ceremonial Carpet, Tibet A wool carpet from Tibet with a talismanic stepped-polygon and cross motif in a rich brick red on a...
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tribal Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Old Wooden Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Bat Meiji Period, 19/20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Weight: 12 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuize...
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20th Century Japanese Meiji Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

20th C Antique Bronze Baby Goat on Wooden Plinth, Signed KEN
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century bronze sculpture depicting a young goat, rendered with a charmingly simple yet expressive form, and mounted on a solid rectangular block of wood. The piece capture...
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20th Century French Wood Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Vintage Boho Black Forest Carved Boar Head
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Channel the rustic charm and masterful artistry of the European Alps with this exceptional vintage Black Forest boar head. Expertly hand-carved from a single piece of dark, lustrous ...
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Mid-20th Century German Folk Art Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Vintage Original Articulated Elephant Figurine by Kay Bojesen Denmark c 1950s
Located in Troy, MI
Vintage Kay Bojesen elephant figurine in oak circa 1950s Two available and priced individually Articulating legs head and trunk Signed to undersid...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wood Animal Sculptures

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Oak

English Country Style Carved Pine Horse Head
Located in Queens, NY
English Country style (20th Century) stripped pine horse head with oval back.
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20th Century Great Britain (UK) Country Wood Animal Sculptures

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Oak

Rare Black Forest Alpine Ibex Wood Box, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Rare and unusual Black Forest box in the shape of wood log with a large wood carved Alpine ibex or bouquetin, circa 1890. The carved bouquetin is 5" height and the box is 8".  
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1890s French Black Forest Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Swiss Black Forest Carved Lacquered Bear Statue
Located in Forney, TX
A fine quality antique Swiss Black Forest ware, born in the early 20th century, exquisitely hand carved, lacquered wooden bear figure. The exception...
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Early 20th Century Black Forest Wood Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Wood

Central African Buffalo Slit Drum
Located in Chicago, IL
This large animal sculpture is actually a traditional African slit drum, a percussive instrument commonly carved from a single block of wood. Comprised of a hollow resonance chamber ...
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20th Century African Tribal Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Japanese Antique Wooden Lion Mask Engraving Edo Period/1603-1868/Shrine Festival
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese "si-si" mask made in the middle to late Edo period. (Japanese ``si-si'' is an imaginary animal that deifies a lion.) It is thought that materials such as...
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Victorian Mahogany Brass Horse head Wall Mounted Gong
By Architectural Brass
Located in Dereham, GB
Late Victorian Mahogany & Brass Horse head Wall Mounted Gong Mahogany Shield shaped Back, With Mount hook, Embossed Hollow Brass Horses Head & Bras...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Wood 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), hand-painted with gilt highlights.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

19th Century Pair of Ebony Elephants
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
A charming pair of ebony elephants sculpted out of solid ebony, modelled in a striding stance,  also more unusual having the textured surface giving them better effect. In good condition with no breaks, nicely patinated surface and still retaining the original carved bone tusks...
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1880s Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Bone, Ebony

Petite English Victorian Period 19th Century Carved Wooden Bird Sculpted Group
Located in Atlanta, GA
A petite antique English Victorian period small carved wooden sculpted group from the 19th century depicting two small birds nesting with each other and accented with orange paint. C...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Antique Black Forest Carved Walnut Tobacco or Cigar Box Humidor Great Poodle Dog
Located in Lisse, NL
Late 19th century, sizeable Swiss black forest table piece. This finely carved Black Forest table piece brings a smile to everybody's face. This wonderful piece of craftsmanship fro...
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Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Antique Wood Carved American Jumper Carousel Horse
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Wood Carved American Jumper Carousel Horse Beautiful early 1900's wood carved classic American jumper carousel horse. The horse has been refur...
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Wood Animal Sculptures

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Metal

Early 1900 Hand-Carved and Stylized Dogs Playing Fetch Sculptures, Pair Bookends
Located in Lisse, NL
Go fetch!! These wonderfully stylized dog sculptures truly display the energy and joy of dogs when they have just fetched an object. They can't wait for you to take the stick or bal...
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Early 20th Century German Arts and Crafts Wood Animal Sculptures

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Fruitwood

19th Century Anglo Indian Child s Pull Toy, Tiger on Wheels
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century Anglo Indian papier mache and painted wood pull toy, a striped yellow tiger on wheels.
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19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood, Paper

Erich Oehme for Meissen, Germany. Porcelain sculpture. The horse s head
Located in København, Copenhagen
Erich Oehme (1898-1970) for Meissen, Germany. Porcelain sculpture in the form of a horse's head. Blanc de Chine. Mid-20th century. Perfect condition. Marked. Fourth factory quality....
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Mid-20th Century German Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood, Porcelain

Large Tang Style Carved Wooden Horse Sculpture
Located in Milford, NH
A large nicely detailed carved wooden sculpture of a Tang style horse coming to a halt, on wooden base in its original finish, probably Chinese in origin, dating probably to the earl...
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20th Century Chinese Tang Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Art Deco Rare Wooden Ox Sculpture From 1932
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare wooden ox sculpture by uhknown artist from 1932 singed O.L.P. (original limited production)
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1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Wood Animal Sculptures

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Hardwood

Vintage Solid Wood Hand -Carved Koi Fish
Located in Denton, TX
Carved solid mahogany pair of Koi fish with lightly painted accents Massive fish 5" deep by 24" high by 24" long Little fish is 2.5 deep x 11 wide x 9 high
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Mid-20th Century Asian Japonisme Wood Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

20th century carved mango wood novelty dinner gong
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
20th century carved mango wood novelty dinner gong circa 1928. Here we present a novelty dinner gong made from mango wood, which was retailed by henry howell & co ltd.  Having made ...
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Early 20th Century English Rustic Wood Animal Sculptures

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Fruitwood

Two-Headed Egyptian Sphinx Sculpture
Located in Asheville, NC
This two-headed Egyptian sphinx is constructed of solid wood. The wood has been treated to take on a sandy, almost marble, finish. Unlike the Greek sph...
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20th Century Egyptian Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

7/20 limited edition "Xai" night stands by Salvador Dali, surrealist design
Located in Barcelona, ES
Design inspired on an artwork by Salvador Dali´: Interpretation project for a stable-library, 1942 Stuffed lamb, elaborated with a technique by a taxidermist. Drawer and table top...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wood Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Vintage Danish Dark Teak Bison Figurine, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This wooden figurine of a Bison was made in Denmark during the 1960s. Hand-made of high-quality teak wood with clearly visible grain. The minimalist form with simplified details refl...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Animal Sculptures

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Teak

Rare Antique Children Carousel Elefant, Germany early 20th Century
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Rare Antique Children Carousel Elefant, Germany early 20th Century Item e7297 A wooden carved children's carousel elephant with polychrome painting, made in Germany around 1910. Unrestored original condition, partially repainted, signs of wear commensurate with age, some missing parts. A great change for your interior decoration. The first carousel horses were created in the 18th century for the entertainment of aristocrats. The enthusiasm spread to broad sections of the population and the Vienna Prater was opened with a carousel in 1766. Germany developed into a center of carousel construction. Famous manufacturers included Friedrich Heyn...
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Early 20th Century German Other Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

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

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Brass, Copper

Pair of Baroque Style Giltwood Dolphin Carvings on Lucite Bases, 19th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
This striking pair of carved giltwood dolphin figures mounted on clear lucite bases likely began their life as decorative architectural elements—perhaps once adorning a piece of furn...
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19th Century French Baroque Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Lucite, Giltwood

Zebra Taxidermy Display Mount on Exotic Kiaat Wood Wall Art
Located in Farmington, UT
Want an absolute attention getter? Elevate your home decor with this one-of-a-kind taxidermy masterpiece. This stunning Burchell zebra shoulder mount, is expertly crafted and mounted...
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21st Century and Contemporary African Wood Animal Sculptures

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Hardwood, Zebra Hide

Vintage Boho Carved Marlin
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This impressive vintage marlin sculpture is a testament to skilled folk artistry, meticulously carved from rich, warm-toned tropical wood. The carving captures the swift, powerful mo...
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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Mechanical hunting call in the shape of an owl, Italy, 1950s.
Located in Milan, IT
Italian hunting decoy from the late 1950s, an owl-shaped ‘automaton’ with mechanical wing movement, used for hunting. The wings are moved by a cord connected to a spring. The cord mu...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Wood Animal Sculptures

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Blown Glass, Plastic, Wood

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 Black Forest work from the Victorian era, circa 1900. The tobacco box is carved in ...
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Early 1900s German Rustic Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Whimsical Set of 10 Hand Carved African Mix Woods Animals Napkin Ring Holders
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical Set of 10 Hand Carved African Mix Woods Animals Napkin Ring Holders , circa 1970's walnut , maple etc mahogany. Incredible pieces of scu...
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20th Century Kenyan Bohemian Wood Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Fine Carved Wood Chamois Family by Ernst Heissl, circa 1900
By Ernst Heissl
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A delicately hand-carved wood sculpture of a chamois family. The item is very detailed and a classical natural carving by the Austrian woodcarver Ernst Heissl...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Black Forest Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Vintage Carousel Pig
Located in San Francisco, CA
A vintage wooden pig that was once part of a carousel.
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Mid-20th Century Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

19th Century Black Forest Carved Bear Brush
Located in High Point, NC
Late 19th century hand carved bear brush from Switzerland. The bear is expertly hand carved and has a very whimsical look. Such an adorable souvenir, these were small tokens travel...
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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Fruitwood

Vintage Bronze or Brass Fish Sculpture on Wooden Base 1980s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Deco style bronze or brass swimming fish sculpture on a wooden base. Bronze trim on the bottom of the wooden base. This is a heavy well cast bronze sculpture from the 1980s. Larg...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Wood Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

19th Century English Carved Mahogany Griffin Sculpture
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An early 19th century English carved mahogany sculpture of a griffin, circa 1820; one of two similar we have for sale. This piece is prominently in the style of the late 18th/early ...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood, Mahogany

Pair of Carved Wooden Swan Sculptures, Midcentury American
Located in Atlanta, GA
This expressive pair of hand-carved wooden swans dates to midcentury America, blending sculptural form with folk art sensibility. Carved from solid wood, each bird features a gracefu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Art Glass Rhino / Rhinoceros Sculpture by Murano
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful art glass rhino / rhinoceros sculpture by Murano, circa 1980s. The sculpture has a light gold finish and is in very good condition; it measures 6.5"W x 2.75"D x 4.5"H. #2068.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wood Animal Sculptures

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Hardwood

Hand Carved Wooden Cobra Walking Stick This Carved piece is made in sycamore
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Hand Carved Wooden Cobra Walking Stick This Carved piece is made in sycamore, it has been made from 2 pieces joined near the centre of the cane, the stick has a 3 dimensional Cobra w...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Wood Animal Sculptures

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Sycamore

1930s Art Deco Figure Depicting a Leaping Dog
By P. Belys
Located in Devon, England
Wonderfully stylish 1930s Art Deco figure depicting a leaping dog, very iconic image from the 1930s. Originating from France and made by the artist P. BELYS, the figure is made from ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wood Animal Sculptures

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Hardwood

Sculptural Hand-Carved Wood Horse Head Equestrian Decor 1950 s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
1950s Vintage Hand-Carved Wood Horse Head Sculpture This stunning sculpture features a hand-carved horse head crafted from a single piece of wood, showcasing exceptional craftsmanshi...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

1900s Belgian Wooden Horse on Metal Stand
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden horse, made in Belgium, circa 1900. The horse is positioned in a dynamic pose, front legs raised in a canter. A flowing mane, decorative saddle and tack, carved with fine detail. A cheery white...
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Early 1900s Belgian Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Wood

19th Century Black Forest Carved Deer
Located in High Point, NC
19th century Black Forest hand carved figure of a Chamois deer, bending down to eat foliage. The carving is lovely and in very good condition for its age.
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19th Century Swiss Antique Wood Animal Sculptures

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Fruitwood

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