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French Style Carved Wood Ottoman With Revolving Seat
Located in Tarrytown, NY
French style carved wood ottoman with revolving seat. Original vinyl fabric.
Category
Vintage 1960s Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Very Pretty French Louis XVI Painted Ottoman Stool with New Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A very pretty French carved wood ottoman having original soft taupey grey paint, and new neutral
Category
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Antique French Fournier Style Knotted Rope and Tassel Ottoman
By A.M.E Fournier
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning antique French A.M.E. Fournier style carved wood ottoman, bench, stool, tabouret or pouf
Category
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Walnut
Victorian Gothic Revival Carved Wood Banquette Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Gothic Revival carved wood banquette ottoman with foliage motif and upholstery.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Gothic Revival Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Antique Circular Hand Carved Indonesian Padouk Wood Ottoman Seat
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Beautifully carved Padouk wood boat builder's ottoman with skilled joinery work and fine details
Category
Vintage 1920s Indonesian Folk Art Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Padouk
Ma39 Ottoman in Carved Wood Sheep, Italy, 21st Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ma39 ottoman in carved wood, Italy, 21st century
Customized item: Material, color fabric, fabric
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and P...
Materials
Wood
Chippendale Style Large Carved Upholstered Cocktail Ottoman
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Toronto, CA
Chippendale Style Large Carved Upholstered Cocktail Ottoman. A fine example of a large carved
Category
20th Century Indonesian Chippendale Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of 19th Century Italian Carved Baroque Walnut Ottoman/Stools
Located in North Miami, FL
A pair of 19th century Italian carved Baroque walnut ottoman/stools. These are done in the manner
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Walnut, Wood
Leather Tufted Upholstered Ottoman w/ Carved Lion Feet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic English tufted embossed leather ottoman is supported by ornately carved feet
Category
1990s English Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Wood
El Topo • Sculptural Hand-Carved Acacia & Sheepskin Ottoman by Odditi
By Odditi
Located in CAROOL, NSW, AU
A tactile piece of domestic fantasy, the El Topo ottoman is a social object, featuring a carved
Category
2010s Oceanic Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Foam
Pair of Baroque or Rococo Style Pierce Carved Silvered Ottomans
Located in Milford, NH
A decorative pair of Baroque or Rococo style wooden pierce carved silvered ottomans with foliate
Category
20th Century European Baroque Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Refinished Late 19th Century Anglo-Indian Heavily Carved Tiger Velvet Ottoman
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Luxurious late 19th Century Anglo-Indian ottoman heavily carved. Newly reupholstered with a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
H 14 in W 24 in D 38 in
Donghia "Versailles" Blonde Wood Bench/ Ottoman by John Hutton
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Donghia "Versailles" Blonde wood bench/ ottoman by John Hutton
Italy 1990s
A signature Donghia
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Versailles Ottomans in Tzalam Wood and Leather by Tana Karei
By Tana Karei
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
finish gives it a luxurious feel. The base in made our of solid Mexican wood.
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
French Provincial Style Ottoman with Hand Carved Cabriole Legs Newly Upholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage French Provincial Style Ottoman with Hand Carved Cabriole Legs Newly Upholstery in a
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown French Provincial Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
H 17 in W 42 in D 26 in
Throne Style Ottoman with Curved Seat with Hand Carved Handles
By MORADA Haute Furniture Boutique LLC
Located in Miami, FL
The shape of the THRONE ROYAL ottoman with its curved seat exudes luxury and sophistication. The
Category
2010s Italian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Custom Ottoman and Wood Table Shown in Suede and Oak with Faux Shagrin
By LF Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Wolcott ottoman and table is made in custom sizes and wood finishes - can be made with or
Category
2010s American American Classical Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Shagreen, Suede
Custom Upholstered Channeled Ottoman on Maple Wood Base with Hand Stitching
By LF Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
made in custom size, custom finish for carved wood base as well as COM/COL (priced upon request
Category
2010s American American Classical Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede, Maple
Upholstered Ottoman to Match Club Chair Shown in White Faux Skin and Wood Legs
By LF Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
skin on wood stained legs. Hand carved and upholstered with feather and down seat cushion with metal
Category
2010s American American Classical Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Animal Skin, Mahogany
H 20 in W 30 in D 20 in
1990 Donghia Versailles Black Mohair Blonde Wood Stool Bench Ottoman John Hutton
By Donghia, Angelo Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Miami, FL
Designed by John Hutton Versailles Blonde Wood Bench, Ottoman, Stool, with black Mohair Fabric for
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Hardwood, Mohair
H 16.5 in W 39 in D 24 in
Bamboo Pair of Ottoman, Arpex, Italy, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Antwerp, BE
Faux bamboo ottoman in carved wood by Arpex, Italy, 1970s
Tropicalist Italian glam pair of
Category
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Navy Blue Suede Mid-Century Modern Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our Mid-Century Modern ottoman, hand-crafted from wood and in great condition. This
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
El Topo Ottoman by Odditi
Located in Geneve, CH
piece of domestic fantasy, the El Topo ottoman is a social object, featuring a carved Acacia base, burnt
Category
2010s Australian Post-Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Mid-Century Norwegian Ottoman by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Don't miss your chance to kick back and relax with genuine mid-century Scandinavian craftsmanship! This footstool from Norway's renowned Westnofa Furniture features slender sculptura...
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Teak, Hardwood, Wood
Indian Tufted Peacock Ottoman
Located in Greenwich, CT
An important Indian Raj ottoman of substantial size with button tufted hand-dyed leather
Category
Antique 19th Century Indian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
A Round Louis XVI Style Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
This small round ottoman has a grayish white painted base. Its carved apron and round, tapered
Category
20th Century French Louis XVI Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Vintage French Louis XVI Painted Ottoman
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage French Louis XVI style carved and painted ottoman. Circa 1940. Perfect for today's
Category
Vintage 1940s Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Mandarin/Asian Upholstered Ottomans
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of large Asian style ottomans. Carved wood Greek Key motif frieze. Asian or Chow legs
Category
Vintage 1960s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Pair of 1860 Period Tufted Ottomans
Located in Paris, FR
A pair of capitonné upholstered ottomans, with four large carved shells in gilded wood on each side
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Shell, Fabric, Wood
21st Century Red Baroque-Inspired Ottoman by Modenese Gastone
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
, this ottoman is a wonderfully designed and produced item by Modenese Gastone Interiors. Featuring a
Category
2010s Italian Baroque Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Silver Leaf, Gold Leaf
Mid-Century Vintage Danish Teak Ottoman by Fredly Möbelfabrik
By Erik Buch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
wonderful teak ottoman made by Fredly Möbelfabrik of Denmark. With warm wood grain, a pagoda-inspired
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood, Hardwood, Teak
Alden Ottoman, in White Oak & Bouclé, by August Abode
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Our artisanmade Alden Ottoman is the newest addition to our line. A textural mix of ivory bouclé
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak, Wood, Foam, Upholstery
Vintage English Chesterfield Style Leather Tufted Ottoman
Located in Chicago, IL
upholstered in a high end, soft, full grain, Whiskey Italian leather. The ottoman sits on carved walnut carved
Category
Early 2000s American Chesterfield Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Frances Elkins Footed Turkish Ottoman in Orange Silk Upholstery
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A super chic vintage Frances Elkins footed Turkish ottoman with a gorgeous orange silk upholstery
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Silk, Upholstery, Wood
Red Upholstered Ottoman with Baroque Antiqued Gold Base by Modenese Luxury
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Tiny baroque square ottoman with damascus fabric and a solid wood antiqued-gold base. This firm
Category
2010s Italian Baroque Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 20.48 in W 28.75 in D 21.26 in
Midcentury Inspired Walt Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Leon Leon Design
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
The handcrafted midcentury inspired lounge chair and ottoman are a unique creation by Leon Leon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
21st Century Hand Decorated Bombed Pink Ottoman by Modenese Gastone
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Boasting a bold and curvy silhouette, this classic baroque-inspired ottoman is an example of
Category
2010s Italian Rococo Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Alden Ottoman, in COM with White Oak, by August Abode
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Our artisan-made Alden Ottoman is the newest addition to our line. The hand-carved legs are made by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak, Wood, Foam
Antique French Ottoman Footstool Louis XV 1800s Walnut
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Ottoman Footstool
We had 2 of these available when we first made this listing.
Approximate
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Louis XV Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Walnut, Cotton
Handsome Oversized, Theodore Alexander Upholstered Rococo Style Ottoman
Located in Allentown, PA
has an ornate hand carved Rococo style frame with soft curved feet. The Ottoman is newly upholstered
Category
1990s Rococo Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Small Empire Style Ottoman in Red Damascus by Modenese Gastone Interiors
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Tindy empire-style pouf in natural walnut finish and red-flowered damascus premium fabric. The high-end decoration work behind this tiny piece give it the attention such a piece shou...
Category
2010s Italian Empire Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 19.69 in W 24.81 in D 13 in
Louis XVI Style French Upholstered Ottoman with Fluted Legs, Gilded Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style wooden ottoman from circa 1900 with fluted tapering legs, gilded accents
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery, Muslin
Handsome oversized tufted leather ottoman/trunk after Ralph Lauren
Located in Allentown, PA
four bun feet and has golf clubs carved into each of the corners. This ottoman would make a great
Category
1990s Chinese British Colonial Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Mid-1970s Luxurious White Bouclé Ottoman with Floating Brass Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the nostalgic allure of the mid-1970s in our expertly crafted Ottoman or Pouf. In great
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
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H 18 in W 30 in D 30 in
Custom Made Sheepskin Ottoman with Oak Feet
Located in London, GB
sheepskin with carved feet in fumed oak. This ottoman is available to order in a range of different
Category
2010s British Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Custom Made Sheepskin Ottoman with Oak Feet
Located in London, GB
sheepskin with carved feet in fumed oak. This ottoman is available to order in a range of different
Category
2010s British Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Pr. Contemporary Os De Mouton Style Ottoman Pouf, Benches
By Baker Furniture Company, Henredon
Located in New York, NY
Pair of high quality os de mouton style ottomans having carved wood bases, and thick down filled
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Italian Baroque Style Mahogany & Yellow Mustard Velvet Cushion Ottoman or Bench
Located in Plainview, NY
An Italian Baroque Style bench or ottoman , carved meticulously from the finest Mahogany in a
Category
20th Century Italian Baroque Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
H 20 in W 24.5 in D 24.5 in
Pair of 19th Century Italian Regence Style Giltwood Ottomans
Located in Houston, TX
Régence style three legged round gilt wood ottomans, poufs, stools or benches with beautifully carved
Category
Antique 19th Century French Régence Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Giltwood
Vtg Brown Leather English Chesterfield Queen Anne Style Tufted Ottoman Footstool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
shell carved knees, button tufted brown leather upholstery, solid wood frame, beautiful wood grain
Category
Mid-20th Century Queen Anne Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 15 in W 28 in D 19 in
Pair of Custom Made Sheepskin Ottomans with Oak Feet
Located in London, GB
sheepskin with carved feet in fumed oak. This ottoman is available to order in a range of different
Category
2010s British Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Vintage Italian Empire Style Gold Giltwood Swedish Gout Stool Footstool Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
feet, solid wood construction, gold gilt distressed finish, nicely carved details, great style and form
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Empire Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 12 in W 18.5 in D 12.5 in
French Turn of the Century Ottoman with Giltwood Rosettes and Upholstery, 1900s
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French wooden ottoman from circa 1900 with tapering cylindrical legs, carved giltwood rosettes
Category
Early 20th Century French Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Muslin, Upholstery, Wood, Giltwood
H 16 in W 25.5 in D 25.5 in
1 of 3 Neoclassical French Benches Stools Ottoman Regency X Based America
Located in Miami, FL
Three beautiful French Neoclassical Hollywood Regency style benches, stools or ottoman with an X
Category
Early 2000s American Neoclassical Revival Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 18.25 in W 24.25 in D 18 in
19th Century Carved Walnut Regence Style Tabouret from France
Located in Dallas, TX
Meticulously hand-carved from rich walnut wood in France during the 1800s, this Regence-style
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of 20th Century Art Deco Wood and Fabric Italian Poufs Footstools, 1930s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Pair of Italian poufs from the first half of the 20th century. Art Deco furniture carved and
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 14.18 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
JOKER Round Brown Pouf with Turned Wooden Legs and Velvet
By Fratelli Boffi
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
Crafted with turned solid wood legs in a rich carob finish, this ottoman stands as a testament to
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Velvet
Pair Of Italian Painted Draped Poufs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of Italian Painted Draped Poufs.
Our pair of Italian draped poufs or ottomans are paint
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Neoclassical Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wood
Beautiful antique Empire stool, oak 20th century.
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful antique Empire stool, oak 20th century.
Solid wood, hand-carved oak, conical, tapered
Category
20th Century Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Modulair Green Pouf in Tweed Fabric and Solid Walnut Frame by Nigel Coates
By Fratelli Boffi, Nigel Coates
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
Crafted with precision and artistry, the ottoman boasts a structural framework crafted from the
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut, Wood, Wool
H 17.72 in W 45.28 in D 39.38 in
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Carved Wood Ottomans For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of carved wood ottomans is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and upholstery, all carved wood ottomans available were constructed with great care. We have 139 antique and vintage carved wood ottomans in-stock, while there are 14 modern editions to choose from as well. Carved wood ottomans have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Carved wood ottomans are generally popular furniture pieces, but Louis XV, Louis XVI and Mid-Century Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Modenese Gastone, ma+39 and Weiman each produced beautiful carved wood ottomans that are worth considering.
How Much are Carved Wood Ottomans?
Prices for carved wood ottomans can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, carved wood ottomans begin at $395 and can go as high as $59,950, while the average can fetch as much as $2,400.
Finding the Right seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Carved Wood Ottomans
- 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 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 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 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.
- 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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