Carved Wood Object
Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Wood
2010s American Primitive Abstract Sculptures
Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary African Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Wood
Late 20th Century American Abstract Sculptures
Wire, Metal
Vintage 1970s American Abstract Sculptures
Walnut, Beech, Elm, Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Decorative Baskets
Iron
Early 2000s Asian Figurative Sculptures
Wood, Paint
Vintage 1960s Thai Sculptures
Wood
2010s American Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique Early 1900s American Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Antique 19th Century German Sculptures
Wood
20th Century American Animal Sculptures
Pine
Vintage 1940s Cuban Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Decorative Boxes
Wood, Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood
20th Century European Animal Sculptures
Wood
Vintage 1920s Italian Sculptures
Wood
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Wood
2010s American Primitive Busts
Wood
20th Century Indian Animal Sculptures
Wood
Antique 19th Century Togolese Primitive Sculptures
Wood
20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Vintage 1970s Congolese Abstract Sculptures
Wood
20th Century Indian Animal Sculptures
Wood
20th Century Indian Animal Sculptures
Wood
Antique Early 18th Century Unknown Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Vintage 1960s Thai Sculptures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood
20th Century Asian Figurative Sculptures
Wood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Wood
Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Sculptures
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Animal Sculptures
Wood
Antique 1890s Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Bone, Wood
Late 20th Century Caribbean Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Jewelry Boxes
Wood, Walnut
Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures
Gold Leaf
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Mid-20th Century Papua New Guinean Mounted Objects
Iron
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mounted Objects
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Sculptures
Wood
Vintage 1950s Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Thai Mounted Objects
Wood
Antique Early 1900s Mounted Objects
Wood
20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Vintage 1970s Congolese Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Early 20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Wood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1950s Animal Sculptures
Hardwood
Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Mounted Objects
Wood
Antique 1770s Italian Neoclassical Candlesticks
Wood
Vintage 1960s Thai Figurative Sculptures
Wood
2010s American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Wood
2010s American Brutalist Abstract Sculptures
Wood
Antique Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Sculptures
Wood
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There 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.
- What is a Paete wood carving?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A 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.
- What is Jepara wood carving?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Jepara 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.
- What is Chinese wood carving?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is Japanese wood carving?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Japanese 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, 2021The 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, 2022In 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.
- What is carved wood art called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What 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, 2022In 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, 2022Antique 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, 2023What 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, 2023To 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, 2022Carved 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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