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19th C. French Hand-Carved Wood Cherub Figures, Beautiful Decorative Objects
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French pair of carved-wood cherub figures from the 19th century. This antique pair of wooden
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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Primitive Abstract Wood Sculpture Object
Located in Richmond, VA
Hand sculpted oak wood art object sculpture. Measures 20.5" tall, 6" diameter at the thickest part
Category

2010s American Primitive Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Oak

Carved Natural Wood Sculpture Organic Shape Decorative Object on Stand
Located in Brescia, IT
Carved natural wood organic shape Decorative object in natural wood carved with organic shape. This
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21st Century and Contemporary African Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

1980’s Artist Made Found Object Carved Wood and Electronic Sculptural Skeleton
Located in Atlanta, GA
- are hand carved from solid wood as well as a white formica type of material. One of the arms is a
Category

Late 20th Century American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wire, Metal

Carved Object by Jon Brooks
By Jon Brooks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A carved wood container with carved wood oblong object within, by Jon Brooks (b.1944).
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Vintage 1970s American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Walnut, Beech, Elm, Rosewood

Carved Object by Jon Brooks
Carved Object by Jon Brooks
H 17.5 in W 20 in D 28 in
20th Century Carved Red Wood Oriental Object Sculpture Fisherman Statue, 1960s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Great oriental sculpture from 20th century. Pleasantly carved wood artwork depicting angler with
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Vintage 1960s Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved Wood Basket Decorative Object Wagon Toy Antique Centerpiece LA CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A beautiful hand carved wood 19th century Bibelot Wagon farm style has a wonderful aged patina. The
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Antique Late 19th Century French Decorative Baskets

Materials

Iron

Carved Wood Mermaid
Located in Norwell, MA
Mermaid in upright position with the upswept tail. Distressed painted finish. Circa 2010.
Category

Early 2000s Asian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Carved Wood Mermaid
Carved Wood Mermaid
H 40 in W 9 in D 8 in
Large Wood Carved Wall Hanging
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful architectural wall hanging, hand-carved of arrows motif ,and hand painted with light
Category

Vintage 1960s Thai Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Large Wood Carved Wall Hanging
Large Wood Carved Wall Hanging
H 25 in W 48.5 in D 1 in
Carved Wood Villagers Trinket Box
Located in Countryside, IL
Carved wood villagers trinket box This box measures: 21 wide x 11 deep x 10 inches high This
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2010s American Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Villagers Trinket Box
Carved Wood Villagers Trinket Box
H 10 in W 21 in D 11 in
Early 20th Century Carved Wood Mannequin on Carved Wood Base
Located in New York, NY
A rare and interesting carved wood mannequin resting on a carved wood base from the first part of
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Antique Early 1900s American Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Black Forest Eagle
Located in Washington, DC
Carved Wood Black Forest Eagle
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Antique 19th Century German Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Black Forest Eagle
Carved Wood Black Forest Eagle
H 28 in W 36 in D 28 in
Carved Wood Swan
Located in New York, NY
Carved wood swan. Large American carved pine swan sculpture conceived from a single block of wood
Category

20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Pine

Carved Wood Swan
Carved Wood Swan
H 19.5 in W 30 in D 16 in
1940s Carved Wood Statue
Located in Tarrytown, NY
This 1940s hand-carved wooden statue of a man or woman is just under 2 feet Small piece missing on
Category

Vintage 1940s Cuban Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

1940s Carved Wood Statue
1940s Carved Wood Statue
H 22.5 in W 8 in D 2.5 in
Chinese Carved Root Wood Box
Located in New York, NY
The circular box and conforming cover carved in realistic detail, with grainy texture and
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Paper

Chinese Carved Root Wood Box
Chinese Carved Root Wood Box
H 3 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in
Organic Modern Reclaimed Wood Carved Box
Located in Norwalk, CT
This intricately hand carved box is made from reclaimed wood. It's a beautifully textured accent
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Horse Head
Located in Bochum, NRW
Carved wood horse head, hand-painted in light pastel colors. Exquisite carving and original paint
Category

20th Century European Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Horse Head
Carved Wood Horse Head
H 17.33 in W 15.75 in D 7.88 in
Carved Wood Angel Candlestick
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920’s Italian carved wood angel candlestick with gilt and painted finish. Measurements
Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Angel Candlestick
Carved Wood Angel Candlestick
H 10.5 in W 6 in D 6 in
Wood Carved Sculpture
Located in Medina, OH
Beautiful vintage wood carved sculpture. In great condition, no chips, does have a slight crack on
Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Wood Carved Sculpture
Wood Carved Sculpture
H 16.25 in W 4 in D 2 in
Primitive Abstract Wood Carved Bust
Located in Richmond, VA
Primitive Brutalist bust, hatchet carved from solid wood. 8" wide, 7" deep, 13" tall. Abstract
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2010s American Primitive Busts

Materials

Wood

Architectural Hand Carved Wood Horse
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Horse sculpture made of hand carved solid wood, nice carving details, hand painted with beautiful
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20th Century Indian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Architectural Hand Carved Wood Horse
Architectural Hand Carved Wood Horse
H 14.25 in W 14 in D 5.25 in
Carved Aftican Wood Sculpture from Togo
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, carved wood sculpture representing the human figure from Togo, Africa. A large, dramatic
Category

Antique 19th Century Togolese Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Sailboat
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 20th century Carved wood sailboat.
Category

20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Sailboat
Carved Wood Sailboat
H 26 in W 33 in D 8 in
Small Carved Wood 'Luba' Statue
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Hand-Carved Wood 'Luba' Fertility Statue. Democratic Republic of the Congo, circa 1970.
Category

Vintage 1970s Congolese Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Small Carved Wood 'Luba' Statue
Small Carved Wood 'Luba' Statue
H 10.5 in W 3 in D 2.5 in
Architectural Hand Carved Wood Horse
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Intriguing horse sculpture made of hand carved solid wood, vivid carving details, hand painted with
Category

20th Century Indian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Architectural Hand Carved Wood Horse
Architectural Hand Carved Wood Horse
H 22.5 in W 18 in D 5.5 in
Architectural Hand Carved Wood Horse
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Intriguing horse sculpture made of hand carved solid wood, hand painted with beautiful rustic
Category

20th Century Indian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Architectural Hand Carved Wood Horse
Architectural Hand Carved Wood Horse
H 13.5 in W 19.5 in D 5 in
Asian Carved Wood Buddha Statue
Located in New York, NY
Asian carved wood Buddha sculpture.
Category

Antique Early 18th Century Unknown Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Asian Carved Wood Buddha Statue
Asian Carved Wood Buddha Statue
H 10.5 in W 6 in D 4.25 in
Vintage Geometric Motif Wood Carved Wall Hanging
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful architectural wall hanging, hand-carved with circular and geometric motif ,and hand
Category

Vintage 1960s Thai Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Black Organic Modern Reclaimed Wood Carved Box
Located in Norwalk, CT
This intricately hand carved black-stained box is made from reclaimed wood. It's a beautifully
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Zen Wood Carved Male Figure
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Finely carved figure of a man in a seated and rounded praying position. Very calming and peaceful
Category

20th Century Asian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Artisan Carved Wood Buddha Head
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This large scale, artisan, hand-carved wood Buddha head dates to the 1960s. The piece has a white
Category

Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Artisan Carved Wood Buddha Head
Artisan Carved Wood Buddha Head
H 26 in W 12 in D 14 in
Oriental Carved Camphor Wood Chest
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Oriental carved camphor wood chest This Beautiful Carved Chest is made from Camphor Wood, for
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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Oriental Carved Camphor Wood Chest
Oriental Carved Camphor Wood Chest
H 7.5 in W 12 in D 8 in
Italian Wood Carved Casket Box
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th century Italian wooden carved casket box in the baroque style. Features gothic faces and lions
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Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Italian Wood Carved Casket Box
Italian Wood Carved Casket Box
H 6.5 in W 9.75 in D 13.25 in
Original 1930s Carved Wood Dog
Located in London, GB
The dog is in gilt carved wood We believe to be an Italian greyhound sitting on its haunch. It
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Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Original 1930s Carved Wood Dog
Original 1930s Carved Wood Dog
H 31.11 in W 11.82 in D 19.69 in
Vintage Carved Wood Articulated Clown Figure
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Chunky hand carving with simple facial detailing a pointed hat. Found in the southern US. Presented on a custom museum stand.
Category

Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Falcon Sculpture 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Handmade carved wood Falcon sculpture 1960s. Vintage Seri Ironwood Animal Hand-Carved Sculpture of
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Falcon Sculpture 1960s
Carved Wood Falcon Sculpture 1960s
H 9.5 in W 4.5 in D 3.5 in
Chinese Carved Wood Emperor
Located in Dallas, TX
Chinese carved wood emperor with bone carved eyes. Carved wood restoration to top of hat and some
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Antique 1890s Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bone, Wood

Chinese Carved Wood Emperor
Chinese Carved Wood Emperor
H 12 in W 9 in D 4.5 in
Caribbean Carved Wood Painted Sculptures
Located in Miami, FL
Caribbean Carved Wood Painted Sculptures Offered for sale is a pair of carved wood and painted
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Late 20th Century Caribbean Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

1880s Oversized Victorian Carved Wood Jewelry Box
Located in Tarrytown, NY
This 1880s Oversized Victorian Carved Wood Jewelry Box is quite unique in that it stands on thin
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Angelic Carved Wood Sculptures, 16th Century
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of 16th Century Italian carved polychromed angelic sculptures.
Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf

19th Century Carved Wood Crucifix
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century carved wood crucifix was sculpted from olive wood then set upon an ebonized cross with
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

19th Century Carved Wood Crucifix
19th Century Carved Wood Crucifix
H 30 in W 8.5 in D 6 in
Carved Wood Crocodile Boat Prow
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage carved wood crocodile head boat prow from Papua New Guinea. This mid-20th century Papua
Category

Mid-20th Century Papua New Guinean Mounted Objects

Materials

Iron

Carved Wood Crocodile Boat Prow
Carved Wood Crocodile Boat Prow
H 29 in W 45.5 in D 11.25 in
1970s Carved Wood Pelican
Located in Vallejo, CA
A vintage carved wood pelican. Made of teak that has been carved smooth and mounted on a
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

1970s Carved Wood Pelican
1970s Carved Wood Pelican
H 9 in W 5 in D 3.25 in
Large Carved Wood Sandpiper
Located in Vallejo, CA
A beautiful vintage hand carved wood bird sculpture. Features a sandpiper bird, carved smooth
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Large Carved Wood Sandpiper
Large Carved Wood Sandpiper
H 9 in W 13 in D 3 in
Anne decorative carved linden wood column
By Pietrachiara
Located in Milano, IT
craftsmanship. It is made in Italy of natural linden wood and entirely hand finished rendering no two pieces
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mounted Objects

Materials

Wood

Anne decorative carved linden wood column
Anne decorative carved linden wood column
H 63 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Massive Burl Wood Carved Profile
Located in New York, NY
A larger than life folk art profile of an old man. Carved from a huge burled knot of maple wood
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Vintage 1960s American Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Massive Burl Wood Carved Profile
Massive Burl Wood Carved Profile
H 30 in W 21 in D 13 in
1950s Italian Carved Wood Folded Leaf Sculpture on Wood Base
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s Italian Carved Wood Folded Leaf or Shell Sculpture on Wood Base Spirals carved in base Carved
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Vintage 1950s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Large Antique Hand Carved Wood Sculpture
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional hand carved and hand painted antique wood sculpture, professionally mounted on wood
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Antique Late 19th Century Thai Mounted Objects

Materials

Wood

1900s Carved Wood Flame
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1900s carved wood flame.
Category

Antique Early 1900s Mounted Objects

Materials

Wood

1900s Carved Wood Flame
1900s Carved Wood Flame
H 11.5 in W 7.5 in D 4 in
Tribal Wood Carved Statue
Located in East Hampton, NY
Tribal wood carved statue. Unknown origin.
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20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Tribal Wood Carved Statue
Tribal Wood Carved Statue
H 30.5 in W 5 in D 5.75 in
Small Carved Wood 'Luba' Statue, Congo
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Hand-Carved Wood 'Luba' Fertility Statue. Democratic Republic of the Congo, circa 1970.
Category

Vintage 1970s Congolese Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Tribal Wood Carved Statue
Located in East Hampton, NY
Tribal wood carved statue... Unknown origin...
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Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Tribal Wood Carved Statue
Tribal Wood Carved Statue
H 18.75 in W 4.5 in D 4 in
Surrealist Style Carved Wood Decorative Box
By Salvador Dalí­, (after) Salvador Dali
Located in Houston, TX
Surrealist Style Carved Wood Decorative Box. This lovely decorative box is hand carved and quite
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

 Surrealist Style Carved Wood Decorative Box
 Surrealist Style Carved Wood Decorative Box
H 10.75 in W 6.38 in D 4.75 in
Wood Carved Whippet Dog Sculpture
Located in Summerland, CA
Beautifully hand carved in wood, standing Whippet dog. Face is exquisitely carved as well as the
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Vintage 1950s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood

Wood Carved Whippet Dog Sculpture
Wood Carved Whippet Dog Sculpture
H 22 in W 22 in D 12 in
Antique Carved Wood Cartouche, a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
Amazing pair of 18th century carved wood cartouche. Carved with scrolling design and flowers
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Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Mounted Objects

Materials

Wood

Antique Carved Wood Candlestick
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique 18th century Italian painted and carved wood candlestick, with a few hints of gilding still
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Antique 1770s Italian Neoclassical Candlesticks

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Wood

Antique Carved Wood Candlestick
Antique Carved Wood Candlestick
H 26.5 in W 8.88 in D 7 in
Vintage Hand Carved Wood Baby Girl
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant laying down wood statue of baby girl gentle facial expression with two piggy tail
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Vintage 1960s Thai Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Vintage Hand Carved Wood Baby Girl
Vintage Hand Carved Wood Baby Girl
H 10 in W 20 in D 10 in
Trio of Hand Carved Wood Sculpture, Tall Carved Poplar Totems
By Steve Turner
Located in Chicago, IL
These hand-carved poplar sculptures transforms from an open, geometric cage form at the bottom to a
Category

2010s American Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

Wooden Pedestal Art Object
Located in Richmond, VA
Unique wooden art object/pedestal. Carved from solid wood, with hand tool markings and natural
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2010s American Brutalist Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Wooden Pedestal Art Object
Wooden Pedestal Art Object
H 27.5 in W 12 in D 7 in
Large Statue of Saint Hand Carved in Wood
Located in Houston, TX
Large statue of saint hand carved in wood during the late 17th century, or early 18th century. Some
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Antique Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Sculptures

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Wood

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Carved Wood Object For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the carved wood object you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and stone, every carved wood object was constructed with great care. Find 4563 options for an antique or vintage carved wood object now, or shop our selection of 188 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer carved wood object, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A carved wood object, designed in the Folk Art, Baroque or Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made carved wood object over the years, but those crafted by Interi, Richard Haining and Mario Dal Fabbro are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Carved Wood Object?

The average selling price for a carved wood object at 1stDibs is $1,800, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $185,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Decorative Objects for You

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation. Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Questions About Carved Wood Object
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many methods and types of wood carving, including chip, relief, Scandinavian flat-plane, lovespoon, whittling and florentine. Each type uses different tools and can create decorative carvings on both display pieces and furniture. Browse a wide range of carved wood pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Paete wood carving is a decorative wooden object produced by artisans in Paete, Philippines. In 2005, the village was officially dubbed the Woodcarving Capital of the Philippines due to the intricate sculptures and statues produced there. Shop a variety of wood art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jepara wood carving is the intricate wood carving art that comes from the city of Jepara in Indonesia. Artisans typically work with teak wood to create beautiful carved detail and scenes in a piece of furniture. Shop a collection of Jepara wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese wood carving is a decorative object carved by hand by Chinese artisans out of local wood, such as nanmu, zitan, bomu or yinxing. This form of sculpture is sometimes called mudiao. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese wood carving is an art form in which artists produce intricate figurines and other objects by cutting and shaping blocks of zelkova, camphor or paulownia wood. In Japanese, the artwork is known as inami. Find a selection of Japanese wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The difference between carving and sculpture is that carving is a carved object, whereas sculpture is the art of shaping figures or designs — because sculpture can involve adding material (i.e., working with plaster, creating a mold to be cast in bronze), it is considered “additive” versus the “subtractive” act of carving.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, many different types of woods are used for carving. Some examples include albesia, crocodile wood, rain tree, hibiscus, jackfruit, teak, mahogany and sandalwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Balinese wood art, furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What carved wood art is called depends on the type of piece. Three-dimensional pieces created by hand-carving wood are whittlings, while carvings into a flat piece of wood are reliefs. Shop a collection of wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.

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