Wood Figurative Sculptures

20th century French Articulated Wooden Artists Lay Figure, Mannequin on stand Stunning wooden articulated lay figure from the 20th century in original condition. This item features...

Handcarved Wooden Nutcracker, Tyrol ca. 1950 This finely carved wooden nutcracker features a detailed, expressive face and traditional attire, likely crafted in East Tyrol. The styl...

Emil Milan Teak Bissilon Bird Sculpture.

Large figure standing with a book under his arm with hand extended.

This is a unique wooden sculpture carved from a natural burl, making full use of the organic form of the wood. The artist is unknown, but as it was sourced within Japan, we have desc...

A fabulous vintage Boho carved ebony wood sculpture. A chic bust of man with stylized braids. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.

Unique piece sign by the artist. The seasonal flowering of the wisteria, its scent, the pergolas to which it acts as a roof, gave the artist the inspiration for the creation of this...

Magnificent 2002 Cubist style bronze sculpture signed by Jim Bass titled “Homage to Nancy Keith.” This is # 2 of 8 editions, mounted on a rectangular walnut base. Beautiful condition...

A 1988 House of Hatten wooden Santa Elf figure designed by Denise Calla. Hand painted with a green pointed hat and gloves, gold boots, a red striped jacke...

An interesting and whimsical Art Deco period hand carved and painted dumb waiter, this listing is for the butler statue only (the maid has already sold)....

Bronze figure in the form of dancing ballet girl. Dated 1975. Designed by S. G-Kelsey for Royal Copenhagen. The ballet girl with a "flying" braid, her hands up gracefully, wear a leo...

Danish "Lovers" sculpture by Simon Randers, circa 1960s. This abstract sculpture is made of solid old growth teak and displays excellent craftsmanship. Signed . Beautiful warm Teak ...

Marvel at the exquisite artistry of this carved wood Chinese Ming Dynasty (1368 to 1644) ancestor figure—a captivating depiction of a seated man adorned in the distinguished attire o...

Sculpture In Polychrome Wood Representing Saint Anthony Hermit Origin : East of France Period : End of the 15th century Measures: Height : 97 cm Width : 32 cm Depth : 26 cm Polychrome wood The saint is represented by an old, bearded man, dressed in a hooded monk’s habit over the tunic of his religious order. He is stood upright, holding an open book, La Règle des Antonnites, in his right hand. In the other hand, he is holding a staff in the form of the Greek letter tau with a rosary hanging down over it. At his feet lies a pig wearing a small bell around its neck. He rests on his right leg, whilst the left advances forward as if he were about to start walking. His belted tunic, forming several rectilinear pleats, is covered by a habit which is open only at the waist, therefore revealing these pleats. He is also wearing a hooded scapular over his shoulders. His thick hair escapes from under a distinctive hat, forming a collection of finely sculpted ringlets. This fine detail is also applied to the four long ringlets of his superb beard, which sit just below the shorter ones of his moustache. His face is a picture of harmony, with lowered eyes and his small mouth lost amongst the abundance of hair. At his feet on a pedestal of flames, hinting to the fire of Saint Anthony no doubt, a pig trying to scratch its ear. Born in 251 in Upper Egypt, he withdrew into solitude at a very young age. He would have been plagued in the desert with extremely diabolical temptations. He payed a visit to Saint Paul the hermit towards the end of his life. He was the dean of the Thébaïde anchorites, who was miraculously fed by a crow. On the day that Saint Anthony visited, the crow brought two portions of bread in its beak instead of one. Some time after, having learnt of the death of his venerable brother, Saint Anthony went to bury him with the help of two lions. The King of Catalonia pleaded to come and exorcise his posessed wife and children. He left Thébaïde for Barcelona. He appeared at the house of the provost André, bringing him a sow in his mouth, a monstrous piglet born without eyes. André wanted to kill it but Anthony stopped him, telling him that the poor beast wanted to ask for healing, as the King had done for his offspring. He made a sign of the cross on the piglet and it suddenly acquired its sight and the members which it did not have at birth. After which, André, guided by Saint Anthony, exorcised the Queen of Catalonia in the same way whilst she knelt at his feet. Théophile discovered the body of Saint Anthony wrapped in a palm fibre tunic which he had been given by Saint Paul the Hermit. In the Red Sea Desert there are two Coptic, IV century, monasteries which stand next to each other, one dedicated to Saint Anthony, the other to Saint Paul the Hermit. They are the oldest monasteries in the Christian world. The body of the famous hermit was transported to Constantinople and would have been transferred into the abbaye, Saint Antoine-en-Viennois, Dauphine. The Antonnite Order was a charitable order which specialised in treating contagious diseases. The fire of Saint Anthony, was identified by doctors as a grangrenous ergotism, caused by a diet of rye bread contaminated with the parasite ergot. The effect of this is the drying out of hands and feet which then need amputation, the plague and then later syphilis. All the skin diseases came from Saint Anthony. Saint Anthony’s pilgrimage to Dauphine rivaled that of Saint Jacques to Compostela. Thanks to the various commanderies created by the mother house, Saint Anthony’s cult spread throughout Christianity. In order to maintain commanderies and their hospitals, the Antonnites resorted to pig farming. They enjoyed having the benefit of letting their pigs roam freely through the streets of the villages, with little bells round their necks that had a recognisable chime so that they were able to find them. This privilege was very envied by other monastic Orders. Saint Anthony was the patron saint of several crafts such as basket makers and gravediggers. However it is to the pig that he owes the majority of his patronages; pigkeepers, pig sellers, butchers, porc butchers, brush makers who use pig bristle and bell-ringers because of the pig bells...

This striking vintage king nutcracker is a beautiful example of traditional German folk art from the Erzgebirge region. Handcrafted from turned wood, this large and substantial piece...

Decorate a wall or dress a over-door with this elegant antique sculpture. Crafted in southern France circa 1860, the element depicts an ornate, gilt decorative wood wall mounted carv...

Command attention in any room with this striking vintage boho monumental abstract figurative sculpture of a woman. Gracefully elongated and poised, the torso’s sensuous curves and te...

Fon carved heavy hard wood ceremonial seat with multiple figures, from Benin, Africa. Dark stained wood with worn areas from use, "U" shaped seat supported by four caryatid figures, ...

Meet "this is not a chair too". Unique and handcrafted piece by Dutch artist Max Jungblut. This "chair" is a sculptural interpretation of the "Searching" ...

Madonna with child wall sculpture beautiful woodwork, 20th century. Linden wood with attention to detail.

Spanish Sculpture of the 17th century "Saint Antony and the Child Jesus" Measures: H: 61cm, polychrome and gilded wood. Good condition.

The Zen Bonsai is inspired by the Zen gardens, tipical places in Japan. Calm, spirit and relax are the main inspirations. The materials are wood and metals, representing both the st...

English Modern Chrome & Resin "Le Garcon" Mannequin by Lindsey B. England , Circa 1980s A rare iconic design of English Modern, The silver and black lacq...

Spanish Colonial Religious Wood Carving Icon, Christ Crucified with Two Thieves, Late 19th Century  This late 19th-century Spanish Colonial religious wood carving icon is a finely c...

Beautiful wooden statue of an 18th century baroque style Angelo. It is finely carved. Some old restorations are to be noted on the feet, and the left hand. The back wings are missing.

Board not included. Interesting set of lead soldier type figures each hand painted and mounted on turned wood disc bases. Castle as the rook is the large...

Baroque Virgin of the Immaculate Conception in polychrome and gilded wood, 17th century An exceptional Baroque wood carving, polychrome and gild...

A hand-painted, well-maintained German wooden sleigh from 1800–1850 that can be used for year-round exhibition or seasonal décor. Hand-carved and hand-painted wooden sleigh from the...

A Thai bronze head of the Buddha. Sukothai period, late 16th-early 17th century. His face with serene expression, arched eyebrows above incised eyes a...

Large high relief in carved and gilt wood, with many traces of polychromy, representing the Adoration of the Shepherds. The evangelist Luke first mentions that the scene takes place at night. A sudden light, which frightens the shepherds, signals the arrival of an angel who announces "great joy". He gives them a sign: they will find "a newborn baby wrapped...

A wonderfully carved hardwood statue of a jumping horse. c.1940 Slightly naïve but full of charm whittled from hardwood. Beautiful detail throughout. Obvious loss of one rear leg. M...

This extraordinary museum piece Enthroned Virgin Mary/Madonna with child on her lap comes from the Rhone region in France. The saint symbol and protec...

An exquisite, antique early 19th Century Burmese Mandalay Buddha statue, masterfully hand carved from wood, partially gilded, and lacquered in rich tones, in good condition. This lar...

A beautiful and exceptionally 18 inches tall classic traditional Togatta Kokeshi doll from Northern Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted in the ...

19th century articulated wooden figure of the Virgin Mary Anonymous Spain; 19th century Polychrome wood, inset glass eyes Approximate size: 37 x 11 x 7 cm An antique ‘Virgin...

A Japanese okimono carving of a man petting a bat, early 20th century. 2 ¼ inches wide by 1 ¾ inches deep by 6 inches tall

Carved wooden sculpture of Mary Magdalene, circa 1500. Large limewood sculpture with traces of polychromy representing Mary Magdalene, German work, circa 1500. H: 80cm. W: 35cm, D: ...

Religious sculpture representing the nativity, carved wood from the 16th century. Carved wood sculpture, walnut wood and oak wood base, sculpture representing the nativity, circa 16...

This wood scultpure showing fine traces of polychromy depicts John the Baptist, one the Old Testament’s last prophets and the first martyr of the New Testament. He is easily recognizable with the lamb he is carrying in his left hand. The way the artist has carved the face exudes a spiritual strenght inherited from previous centuries. Description Saint John the Baptist is depicted bare feet, seated in a hieratic manner. His elongated face is marked by a beard and a moustache. The straight nose and wide eyes indicate a Spanish origin. This asumption is reaffirmed by the Saint’s resigned expression. His parted hair frames his face while uncovering his ears. He wears a round collar red-orange tunic, draped onto the body and belted at the waist. A flap of his green coat covers his knees and falls down in stylized pleats. Following iconographic rules Saint John the Baptist is pointing with his right hand the lamb seated...

This engaging bronze sculpture on black wooden base, well represents a human bust, but for its expressive force, the bust turns into an abstract shape of it. The artist who created this sculpture is Roberto Nanut...

This table lamp, is carved in the wood. The wood has this light brown color of this wood, with the old patina. This lamp was made in Spain, circa 1950, The wood is olive wood. Signed Falcon Spain...

Early to mid century danced light wood round mask from the Yela or M'bole people, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa. Finely carved mask with carved raised eyes and diagonal scarif...

Carrie Abramovitz abstract torso of a woman, 1958. Living and working in Palo Alto California and exhibiting at Stanford University and other S.F. Bay Area fairs and exhibitions. Kno...

Simple and beautiful welded brass sculpture of a butterflies flying sitting on solid wood base unsigned circa 1970s well-done piece .

These wonderful American Art Deco "Woodikin" carved and airbrushed mannequins are almost impossible to find and when they do turn up they have usually lost color, paint and arms or a...

Lovely Chinese Statue. Made out of light wood. Additional information: Material: Wood Type: Statues Region of Origin: China Period: 20th century Condition: Overall Condition A (Very...

Amazing pair of imposing West African Baga Nimba fertility shoulder mask sculptures or statues carved from teak. The headdresses depict busts of women on fo...

IMPORTANT GERMAN PIETÀ FROM THE 14th CENTURY ORIGIN: GERMANY, REGION DE COLOGNE PERIOD: BEGINNING IF THE 14th CENTURY, ca. 1330 Height: 98 cm Length: 45 cm Depth: 33 cm Polychromed linden wood Good condition of conservation Provenance : particular Alsatian collection The theme of the Pietà or Vesperbild appears in Germany at the end of the 13th century, reflecting the mysticism of the late Middle Ages. Although the theme does not exist in the Gospels, it was often mentioned in contemporary devotional literature. Indeed, during the first half of the 14th century, mystical thought and devotional practices changed under the impulse of a number of religious, among them Heinrich Suso and St Bridget. In his writings, Suso placed important emphasis on contemplation and meditation in the footsteps of Christ's martyrdom. This will have great impact in the field of art, especially in Germany and later in France. The emphasis will from now on be on grief, death is shown in a straightforward way. The wounds of Christ are gaping and bloody. The suffering of Christ and the seven sorrows of the Virgin Mary are meditated upon. This piece demonstrates the interest of the faithful in these representations where pathos reigns. The virgin is represented seated in a frontal position. The bust is very elongated. She is wearing a red dress with a simple neckline and a blue mantel...

Japanese Meiji Period Elaborate Bunraku Puppeta. 19th Century Meiji Period (1868-1912) Minor wear to textiles, fine antique condition, Original Bamboo display stand. DIMENSION Height: 33 inches Width: 18 inches Depth: 9 inches ABOUT Bunraku (puppet) depicting the warrior Minamoto Yoshistune his head carved of wood and covered in a fine white gofun with painted details, face of a handsome youth with trigger mechanism allowing for the eyebrows to raise and lower and the eyes to shift from side, is wearing military armor with signature dragon on his breastplate ,brocade patterning of his thick obi tie, sumptuous silk brocade kimono and brocade hakama trousers with the Minamoto Clan pattern, silk tabi socks...

Art Deco France woman figure wooden body and bronze mantle without signature Origin France, circa 1930 some natural wear.

Crucifix Lombardy, mid-17th century Bronze, iron, and wood Sculpture: 33 cm height x 35 cm width x 10 cm depth at the knees; Cross: 42.12 in height x 19.68 in width (107 cm x 50); Ba...

19TH Century artist male lay figure form This hand carved pine artists lay figure is untouched in form and shows lots of natural age. Dimensions in inches: H 12” x W 3” x D 1.5” ...

Fabulous and elegant in it's sheer size and power, 29.25 inches tall. Michael Shacham is a prolific sculptor and artist born in 1938 and has been a cre...

These handsome but quirky brothers designed by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda are the result of an engaging mix of personality, love, fun and mischievousness. Los Hermanos Calavera ...

A sublime Chinese carved boxwood figure of the Bodhisattva of Compassion, Avalokiteshvara, called Guanyin in Chinese, mid-Qing dynasty. The an...

Jubokko Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Limited Edition of 8 Pieces. Dimensions: D 10.2 x W 20.3 x H 34.4 cm. Materials: Hard maple and walnut. Sculptures will be signed and numbere...

A stunning polychrome figure of a Saint from the late 18th century or early 19th century, from France. This is one of the most beautifully carved Saints we have ever featured, with t...

This African sculpture is carved from wood. It has Lapis colored beads.

Strong Marka antelope - human wood mask with metal, Mali Africa. Large square open eyes, long nose with horizontal lips, three projecting brass metal braids ending with feathered cl...

Saint Statuette – Mid-20th Century Charming religious statuette carved in fir wood, dating from the mid-20th century. Dark stain highlights the natural grain of the wood as well as ...