Sculptures and Carvings
48
3,932
212
98
to
575
2,220
1,541
4,242
4,139
4,158
107
70
61
20
18
16
13
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
832
1,309
1,791
310
632
587
194
61
4
41
31
34
68
44
47
14
9
1,839
1,253
910
873
341
3,582
1,672
1,411
966
924
94
14
11
9
9
Sculptures and Carvings For Sale
Qing Dynasty Chinese Buddhist Wood Carved Portable Shrine with Bronze Bell.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Qing Dynasty Chinese Buddhist Wood Carved Portable Shrine with Bronze Bell.
Imperial Qing Dynasty Chinese intricately carved openwork altar shrine. It is hand carved in hardwood and...
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Antique Victorian Religious Chinese Export Ivory Bone Carved Pagoda Sculpture
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A Very Fine Quality Chinese Export Hand Carved Religous Pagoda of traditional architectural form and generous proportions, late Nineteenth Century.
The overall structure beautifull...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Victorian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bone
Japanese Big Antique Bronze Temple Bell with Resonating Sound, Signed 21 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
For your special garden setting or indoor display space.
Big Hand Cast Bronze Bell Bold pleasing, and resonating sound.
21 Inches Tall.
Dated Taisho 15= 1926 , December 12
Signed for patron donors at Imari Ikishima
Donors include:
Fukui Sano and Fukui shie, Tomiyama kazuki,and Nichimao .
Handsome original old green patina- just the way we like to find them.
Signed by patron donors in two areas.
Beautiful deep resonating ring tones await the new owner of this big one-of-a-kind vintage bronze bell from old Japan. Its beautiful natural patina makes it an attractive and desirable work of art. This distinctive dragon headed bell called ryuzu and remarkable protrusions called chi chi or nyu are crafted by generations old skilled Japanese specialists to improve sound resonance and are unique to Japan's ancient traditions.
This antique hand cast bronze temple bell dates to the Taisho period, early 20th century.
A scarce survivor, this rugged bell was gently used.
Please note its impressive cast dragon headed top ryuzu, thick walls and original dark patina.
Dimensions: 21 inches tall and 11 inches diameter. It has been used and possesses an original green aged patina appropriate to its age.
Its deep resonating sound is guaranteed to please you.
About Bonsho Bells "Voice of Buddha"
The earliest bells date to around 600 AD, although the general design is of much earlier Chinese origin and shares some of the features seen in ancient Chinese bells. Their penetrating and pervasive tone carries over considerable distances. The sound of the bell is thought to have supernatural properties. It is believed, for example, that it can be heard in the underworld.
In Japanese ceremonies, hanging bells are used for signaling during the prayer and for calling Buddhists to worship. In China, similar bells were employed in ensembles, where they represented the yin, or "receptive" principle, and were sounded after the beat of a large drum (yang, or "creative" element). The Japanese bonsho...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Antique Edo Signed Wood Noh Theater Mask Ko-Omote 17th-18th Century
Located in Studio City, CA
A truly beautiful, wonderfully aged, alluring mask made for Japanese Noh theater. The naturally faded beauty and unique character drew us to this mask immediately.
The mask is hand...
Category
18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
19th century Antique Burmese Buddha amulet from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: Terracotta
11,5 cm high
The base is 9,2 cm wide and 7,2 cm deep
The amulet itself (without the base) is 7,5 cm high
Shan (Tai Yai) style
Bhumisparsha mudra
19th century
Wei...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Terracotta
Antique A Chinese Chinese Carved Hetain White Jade Pendant, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Antique A Chinese Carved Hetain White Jade Pendant, 19th-century.
-Dimensions and Density-
Jade:
Width: 3.5"
Depth: 2.5"
Height: 0.25"
Weight: 82 grams
Volume: 28 cm³
Density: ...
Category
19th Century Chinese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Chinese Antique Hand Carved Mythical Winged Guardian Sculpture
Located in South Burlington, VT
Powerful Hand Carved Sculptoral Work of Art, "Chimera"
This powerful old mythical winged sculpture could be installed in your favorite home, office, or ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Limestone
Large Chinese Natural Untreated Jadeite Mountain Carving Hardwood Stand
Located in Richmond, CA
This modern Chinese jadeite mountain, standing at an impressive 18 inches on its stand, is a remarkable piece of artistry, showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship associated with cont...
Category
20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Antiqe Chinese Carved Hetain Light Gray/Green Jade Figure Liu Hai, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Antique A Chinese Carved Hetain Light Gray/Green Jade Figure of Liu Hai, seated with a string of cash over his shoulder and a dog at his feet, 19th Century.
-...
Category
19th Century Chinese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Japanese Old Wood Sculpture Chimpanzee 1940s-1960s / Wood Carving Mingei
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese wood carving of a chimpanzee.
It is from the mid-Showa period (1940s-1960s).
It is made of camphorwood.
It is a dynamic work boldly carved from a large tree....
Category
1940s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique Chinese Carved Hetain Light Celadon/ White Jade, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese Carved Hetain Light Celadon White Jade depicting dragonfly and ruyi on a lotus leaf. Good use of russet skin coloring, 19th-century.
-Dimensions and Density-
Jade:
...
Category
19th Century Chinese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Japanese Elegant Blue and Gilt Horse Hand Cast, Hand-Painted, Mint And Boxed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor display space with this special treasure from Japan.
This is an attractive solid and finely cast effigy of an elegant horse ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
18th century Antique Indian wooden temple fragment from India - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This Antique Indian wooden temple fragment holds a captivating history within its design. Crafted from wood, it stands at a height of 34,8 cm wi...
Category
18th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
18th century Antique Burmese marble Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This Antique Burmese marble Buddha statue is a magnificent representation of artistry and Buddhist devotion. Crafted from marble, it stands at an impressive height of 62 cm and has d...
Category
18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this artisanal koi sculpture is a traditional symbol of harmony and luck. For Buddhists, such a fish represents a freedom from all restraints. And b...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Pine
18th century Antique wooden Burmese Temple panel from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Antique wooden Burmese Temple panel
Material : wood
102,1 cm high
60,3 cm wide and 13,6 cm deep
18th century
With terracotta Buddha amulets
The Buddha amu...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Early 20th century antique bronze Nepali Singing bowl - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique bronze Nepali Singing bowl originates from Nepal and dates back to the early 20th century. Crafted from bronze, it showcases the rich cultural heritage of Nepal. The bow...
Category
Early 20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese antique wall-hanging wooden Buddha statue/Edo period/1603-1868/Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a wooden Buddha statue made around the Edo period in Japan.
Although it is a small Buddha statue, it has a strong presence and is beautiful.
Originally, there was a wooden pe...
Category
18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Cypress
Chinese Interior-Painted Glass Snuff Bottle, Signed with Calligraphy , C. 1864
Located in Norton, MA
Chinese Interior-Painted Glass Snuff Bottle, signed with calligraphy, C. 1864, very well painted inside of glass depicting figures and landscaping on both sides in colors.
Category
19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Glass
Japanese Massive Vintage over Sized Owl Lighting Lantern, Finest Quality
Located in South Burlington, VT
Extraordinary size- Mint Condition- Signed Japan.
Japanese massive over size owl lighting lantern, 12.5 inches tall.
This handsome Japanese quality over sized iron "Owl" lantern is...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Chinese Interior-Painted Glass Snuff Bottle, Signed, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Chinese Interior-Painted Glass Snuff Bottle, signed, 19th Century, very well painted inside of glass depicting landscaping on both sides in colors.
Category
19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Glass
19th century Antique Burmese Buddha amulet from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: Terracotta
12,2 cm high
The base is 9,2 cm wide and 7,2 cm deep
The amulet itself (without the base) is 7,8 cm high
Shan (Tai Yai) style
Bhumisparsha mudra
19th century
Wei...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Terracotta
Chinese Vintage Wood Carving Three Sided Guan Yin Buddhas Statue
Located in 景德镇市, CN
This Chinese Vintage Wood Carving Three Sided Guan Yin Buddhas Statue is very well preserved. Three sided Guanyin refers to a statue of Guanyin with...
Category
19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Boxwood
18th century Special antique Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Special antique Burmese Buddha statue
Material : lacquerware
99,5 cm high
57,5 cm wide and 38 cm deep
With traces of 24 krt. gilding
Shan (Tai Yai) style
Bhumisparsha mudra
18th cent...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Antique A Large Chinese Carved Hetain Jade Flower Vase w/ Stand and Box
Located in Norton, MA
Antique A Large Chinese Carved Hetain Jade Flower Vase w/ Stand, depicting pine trees, bamboo, and birds, raised on a wood stand with the original box, 20th C.
-Dimensions and Densi...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Other Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Buddhist Eighteen Arhats Worship the Buddha Wood Sculpture
Located in 景德镇市, CN
This old Eighteen Arhats Worship the Buddha Wood Sculpture is a very exquisite unique art, the so-called "Arhat" is actually a Buddhist concept, with the meaning of killing thieves, ...
Category
19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Boxwood
1940s Cast Bronze Sukhothai-Buddha Head on a Grey Granite Base
Located in Berlin, DE
Emanating tranquility and timeless beauty, this 1940s Cast Bronze Sukhothai-Buddha Head rests serenely atop a distinguished grey granite base. A fusion of artistic mastery and spirit...
Category
1940s Thai Tribal Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Granite, Bronze
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this artist-made koi is a traditional symbol of harmony and wealth. For Buddhists, such a fish represents a freedom from all restraints. The scales ...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Pine
Tibetan Buddha of Protection Udanaya 13" Gilt Bronze
Located in Somis, CA
A magnificent gilt bronze statue of Tibetan Buddha Udanaya. Poised upon a large lotus plinth, the Buddha is depicted in the "no fear" abhaya mudra gesture, symbolizing the dispelling...
Category
20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Tibetan Protective Buddha Vajrasattva Gilt Bronze 13"
Located in Somis, CA
This gilt bronze sculpture of Buddha Vajrasattva stands as a testament to the sublime craftsmanship and spiritual significance of Tibetan Buddhist art. Weighing a substantial 7.25 po...
Category
20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Late 20th century Large pair of lavastone Monk statues from Indonesia
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This old lavastone monk statue is a striking and substantial piece of art. Crafted from lavastone, it stands tall at 112 cm, with dimensions of 41 cm in width and 56 cm in depth. Its...
Category
Late 20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lava
Antique Italian Grotto Carved Shell
Located in London, England
Late 18th Century Italian giant clam shell in carved pine wood. Likely orginating from Venice.
A true old-world wonder. A masterwork and an extremely rare survivor.
All original paint and dry original condition.
Would make an excellent table top or mantle top...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Pine, Paint
Japanese Tall Antique Buddha Seven Roof Stone Pagoda- best in class, 13.5 feet
Located in South Burlington, VT
Just Found, Call or message us for details.
For the finest garden- a monumental and spiritual representation of the Buddha expressed in this substantial 13.5 feet seven roof pagoda with four buddha images carved on base.
Japan, a monumental antique stone pagoda...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Granite
Bronze Toy Horse
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cast bronze toy horse on four wheels. Reminiscent of early 19th century Indian toys, these pieces were often left as offering in temples for children to find. The gift of the horse t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Lingbi Scholar Stone Arched Form on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small desk top Chinese scholar stones (also known as Gong Shi, meditation stone and spirit rock) fitted on a hand-carved wood stand circa late 19th century. The specimen is of a black Lingbi type stone in an arch form mimicking a horizontal mountain range. The wrinkles and folds on the black surface were perfectly weathered by elements for millenniums. Smooth and rugged at the same time, the mountain range shows a poetic formation that was often depicted in the ink scroll...
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Japanese antique wooden Buddha statue/Folk Buddha/Edo period/1603-1868
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese Buddhist statue made around the Edo period.
The material is believed to be cypress or cedar.
The square pedestal at t...
Category
17th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Cypress
19th century Antique wooden Burmese offering vessel from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Antique wooden Burmese offering vessel
Material : wood
57,5 cm high
20,8 cm diameter
Gilded with 24 krt. gold
Mandalay style
19th century
Weight: 1,31 kgs
Originating from Burma
Nr: ...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Vintage Old Light House Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
Nautical Delight Beams Safe Harbor At Night To All Sailors
This unusual "Light house" themed garden lantern is the first of this design we have seen.
Heavily hand cast, sturdily c...
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Monumental Chinese Rosewood Guanyin Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Monumental, vintage sculpture in carved rosewood of Quan Yin (Guanyin) measuring 50.5 by by 22 by 14 inches, depicting the Buddhist goddess of mercy and compassion, draped with a fie...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Rosewood
19th century Antique Burmese Buddha amulet from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Antique Burmese Buddha amulet
Material: Terracotta
12 cm high
The black base is 9,2 cm wide and 7,2 cm deep
The amulet itself (without the base) is 7,2 cm high
Shan (Tai Yai) style
B...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Terracotta
Large Antique Southeast Asian Painted Wood Buddha Statue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Larger than life, exquisite wooden Southeast Asian Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha mudra pose. The figure is solid wood painted red with gilded highl...
Category
20th Century Southeast Asian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique Primitive Indonesian Lesung Mortar Sculpture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this primitive Indonesian lesung mortar which has been mounted with two steel, leg-like rods onto a black wooden rectang...
Category
20th Century Indonesian Primitive Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Late 19th Century Adamas Stone Sculpture Praying Monk
Located in 景德镇市, CN
Old collection of this graceful sculpture of a sitting praying monk, unique style and exquisitely carved, good for decoration and collection.
Sculpture Details:
Material: adamas sto...
Category
19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Rare Antique Chinese Qing Guangxu Imperial Style Red Ink Stick With Box 19c
Located in Richmond, CA
A rare antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Guangxu period Imperial style marked red ink stick, in the form of a roof tiled double door entrance way, with two fierce guardian dieties carved in detailed low relief, one on each door front, detailed in gilt gold, with a centered double happiness character above the doors
On the back of the door is a vertical panel of four characters: 开门见喜 (Open Door See Happiness), below which is the makers mark: 紫墨轩 (Purple Ink Pavilion), and 大清光绪年制 (Great Qing Guangxu...
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Antique Chinese Hand Carved Lacquered Rosewood Wall Plaque from the 19th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century Chinese carved wall plaque of lacquered rosewood. This plaque features a cloud-shape medallion with various figures within. ...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Rosewood
Sculpture to pose entitled “Jouve”. Contemporary work.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture to stand, or stabile, entitled “Jouve”, in lacquered metal in Klein blue or ultramarine color.
Contemporary French work of artist, signed and numbered.
Reference: LS5903309I
Category
Late 20th Century French Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
19th century Antique Burmese Buddha amulet from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Antique Burmese Buddha amulet
Material: Terracotta
11,5 cm high
9,2 cm wide and 7,2 cm deep
Just the amulet (without the base) is 7,5 cm high
Shan (Tai Yai) style
Bhumisparsha mudra
...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique South East Asian Sculpture Of Buddha
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Elegant and refined Terracotta sculpture of Buddha,
beautiful patina of the polychromed and gilded terracotta,
seated Buddha with very elegant and refined features,
a good quality of...
Category
17th Century Southeast Asian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Terracotta
Japanese Stone Object “TAMARI-ISHI” / wabi-sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
A stone object called "TAMARI-ISHI" in Japan that collects water in a hole. This has a beautiful matte black look.
A beautiful sculpture created by nature.
An art object that gives y...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Japanese Japonisme Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Antique Chinese Serpentine Relief Carved Dragon Covered Vase ROC c.1920s
Located in Richmond, CA
Antique Chinese ROC period early 20th Century hand carved serpentine stone covered bottle vase, finely plotted and carved with a high relief stylized dragon wrapped around the should...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Serpentine
18th century Special antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This Special antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue is a truly unique and special collectible piece. Standing at 114,5 cm high, 40,5 cm wide and 24 cm deep, it is made of wood and it w...
Category
18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
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 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Resin
Meiji Japanese Tsuda Family Embellished Jade Table Screen on Stand
Located in New York, US
Our large, antique circular jade exhibition screen from the Tsuda family is decorated with abalone shell, malachite, coral, lapis lazuli, pearl, and other hardstones. Depicted is a lakeside with figures in boats, colorful blooming flowers in the foreground, figures, pagoda and bridge and a rocky outcropping in the distance.
The legendary Tsuda family in Kyoto is revered around the world for their embellished jade carvings, particularly snuff bottles. Works by Tsuda Sokan and his son Tsuda Fukuya, regularly appear at auction and can be found in prestigious collections worldwide. Recommended literature: Moss, Graham, Tsang, A Treasury of Chinese Snuff Bottles, The Mary and George Bloch...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Lapis Lazuli Buddha Statue Hand Carved 6 lbs
Located in Somis, CA
Finely carved from the highest grade natural lapis lazuli from Afghanistan, this 6-lb gemstone statue exudes an aura of peace and tranquility, portrayi...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
Antique Bone Figure of Indochina Male Dignitary Hardwood 19th Century Chinese
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An exquisitely hand carved bone Chinese dignitary standing figure portraying a lavishly dressed bearded male.
Difficult to date, in our opinion last quarter of the 19th century.
...
Category
19th Century Chinese Late Victorian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood, Bone
Chinese Bronze Seated Buddha Figure
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chinese Bronze Seated Buddha Figure the garment with patterned decoration. The staff, back plate and fire ball within the hand are removable for easier tra...
Category
1950s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Large Antique Celadon Jade Ruyi Brush Wash Hand Carved Hydra Handles Qing 19c
Located in Richmond, CA
A fine antique Chinese hand carved jade brush wash, in ruyi head form, sides flanked by 2 climbing hydras, and bottom carved with three raised circles fee...
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
18th century Antique wooden Burmese Monk statue - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The Antique wooden Burmese Monk statue is a remarkable and spiritually significant artifact originating from Burma. Crafted from wood and gilded with 24-ka...
Category
18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Asian Sculptures and Carvings for Your Home Decor
Asian sculptors have worked in materials including wood, bronze and jade. Artists and artisans have used traditional techniques to depict deities, scenes from culture and more, and today, antique Asian sculptures and carvings are a popular choice for provocative and sophisticated home decor.
In China, the Qing dynasty, from the mid-17th century to the early 20th century, brought about significant changes in art while preserving traditional culture. Many emperors during this period were patrons of the arts, such as painting, calligraphy and decorative arts. This era saw the building of new Buddhist temples, which were decorated with statues. Some of these sculptures were adorned with colorful cloisonné decoration, in which tiny compartments, or cloisons, made by soldering copper filaments to a metal surface were filled with vibrantly hued enamel.
From the 17th to mid-19th century in Japan, kimonos were worn across classes and often fastened with a netsuke, a type of small carved toggle. Artists carved these from ivory, wood, shells and coral, creating animals, flowers and mythical creatures. During the Japanese Meiji period, spanning from 1868–1912, the country began trading internationally after centuries of isolation, allowing artists to sell their work overseas. Bronze sculpture flourished around this time for creating teapots, vases and incense burners.
Asian sculpture continued to evolve in the 20th century. During the Japanese Shōwa era, from 1926–89, art was influenced by international modernist movements like abstraction, Futurism and Surrealism. Contemporary Asian sculptures and carvings continue to combine global influences and a rich heritage of technique.
Decorating a space with Asian sculptures and carvings is a great way to add interest to any corner of your home. Explore by material, period or style on 1stDibs.
Read More
12 Calming Spaces Inspired by Japanese Design
From cherry-blossom-adorned walls paired with glamorous lighting to wood-paneled ceilings above checkerboard-patterned chairs, these 12 spaces seamlessly blend Eastern and Western aesthetics.
Rodrigo Rivero Lake’s Mexico City Showroom Is a Museum-Worthy Trove of Spanish Colonial and Asian Antiques
The dealer and curator has spent the past 50 years amassing a collection of exceptional art, furniture and architectural elements that trace the cultural influence of the Spanish empire from Europe to the Americas and beyond.
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Antique Japanese Wood Carvings
Antique Japanese Stone Basin
Outdoor Japanese Sculpture
Asian Carved Figures
Chinese Carved Statue
Garden China Made In Japan
Japanese Iron Sculpture
Garden Outdoor Lantern
Chinese Wood Lantern
Hard Stones Chinese
Asian Bells
Period Basins
Asian Wooden Stand
Wooden Stand Asia
Asian Wall Display
Small Bronze Chinese
Container Ship Art
Japanese Meiji Carving