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Antique Red & Gold Chinese Temple Carving Mirror, Early 20th Century
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Monumental Red & Gold Chinese Temple Carving Mirror Additional information: Materials
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie More Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

Antique Red & Gold Chinese Temple Carving Mirror, Early 20th Century
Antique Red & Gold Chinese Temple Carving Mirror, Early 20th Century

Antique Red & Gold Chinese Temple Carving Mirror, Early 20th Century

H 61 in W 80 in D 3 in
Hand-Carved Chinese Temple Carving from the 19th Century with Traces of Paint
Located in Yonkers, NY
This splendid antique Chinese temple carving was hand-carved from a solid block of wood during the
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved Chinese Temple Carving from the 19th Century with Traces of Paint
Hand-Carved Chinese Temple Carving from the 19th Century with Traces of Paint

Hand-Carved Chinese Temple Carving from the 19th Century with Traces of Paint

H 7 in W 24 in D 5 in
Chinese Architectural Wooden Temple Panel with Detailed Floral Carvings
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese architectural wood temple panel from the 19th century, with floral carvings. Attracting
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Architectural Wooden Temple Panel with Detailed Floral Carvings
Chinese Architectural Wooden Temple Panel with Detailed Floral Carvings

Chinese Architectural Wooden Temple Panel with Detailed Floral Carvings

H 25 in W 88 in D 3.5 in
19th Century Chinese Temple Fragment Lamp
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Lovely Chinese temple carving architectural fragment that has been mounted as a table lamp
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Chinese Temple Fragment Lamp
19th Century Chinese Temple Fragment Lamp

19th Century Chinese Temple Fragment Lamp

H 26 in W 22 in D 9 in
Chinese 1900 Qing Dynasty Bodhisattva Altar Temple-Pagoda In Wood And Carvings
Located in Miami, FL
, Buddhist Altar Temple-Pagoda. It was created in China during the late Qing Dynasty to early Republic Period
Category

Antique 1890s Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Ivory

Chinese 1900 Qing Dynasty Bodhisattva Altar Temple-Pagoda In Wood And Carvings
Chinese 1900 Qing Dynasty Bodhisattva Altar Temple-Pagoda In Wood And Carvings

Chinese 1900 Qing Dynasty Bodhisattva Altar Temple-Pagoda In Wood And Carvings

H 27.25 in W 9.1 in D 24.2 in
Japanese antique wood carving "Kirin's legs" /1800s/Shrines and temples carvings
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Do you know Kirin? It is a type of legendary animal that appears in Chinese mythology, and is a
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese antique wood carving "Kirin's legs" /1800s/Shrines and temples carvings
Japanese antique wood carving "Kirin's legs" /1800s/Shrines and temples carvings

Japanese antique wood carving "Kirin's legs" /1800s/Shrines and temples carvings

H 9.65 in W 7.29 in D 5.71 in
Antique Chinese Stone Temple Wall Sculpture/Buddha Wall Plaque
Located in Pomona, CA
A Chinese antique carved stone wall plaque with traces of original polymorphic and nice patina
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Antique Chinese Stone Temple Wall Sculpture/Buddha Wall Plaque
Antique Chinese Stone Temple Wall Sculpture/Buddha Wall Plaque

Antique Chinese Stone Temple Wall Sculpture/Buddha Wall Plaque

H 12 in W 8 in D 2.5 in
Chinese Laughing Polychrome Hand Painted Sitting Temple Shrine Buddha
Located in Studio City, CA
from a collection of Chinese and South-East Asian artifacts and buddhas. A nice piece to add to your
Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Chinese Laughing Polychrome Hand Painted Sitting Temple Shrine Buddha
Chinese Laughing Polychrome Hand Painted Sitting Temple Shrine Buddha

Chinese Laughing Polychrome Hand Painted Sitting Temple Shrine Buddha

H 5.5 in W 5 in D 3.5 in
Chinese Chicken Blood Stone Carving of Bodhidharma on Wood Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small chicken blood stone carving from China circa early 20th century, possibly early (late Qing
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Chinese Chicken Blood Stone Carving of Bodhidharma on Wood Stand
Chinese Chicken Blood Stone Carving of Bodhidharma on Wood Stand

Chinese Chicken Blood Stone Carving of Bodhidharma on Wood Stand

H 6.5 in W 7 in D 4 in
Monumental Pair of Vintage Bone Inlayed Chinese Pagoda Temples
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A beautiful pair of monumental vintage bone inlay Chinese pagoda temples with miniature figurines
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinese Chippendale Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bone

Monumental Pair of Vintage Bone Inlayed Chinese Pagoda Temples
Monumental Pair of Vintage Bone Inlayed Chinese Pagoda Temples

Monumental Pair of Vintage Bone Inlayed Chinese Pagoda Temples

H 25 in W 21 in D 16 in
Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Spectacular pair of Chinese Buddhist guardian temple foo dogs or foo lions intricately crafted from
Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions
Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions

Pair of Chinese Bronzed Metal Buddhist Temple Foo Dogs Lions

H 11 in W 11 in D 6.5 in
Antique Chinese Hand Carved Temple Corbel with Original Red Polychromy
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese hand carved wooden temple corbel from the 19th century, with characters, pagodas
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Hand Carved Temple Corbel with Original Red Polychromy
Antique Chinese Hand Carved Temple Corbel with Original Red Polychromy

Antique Chinese Hand Carved Temple Corbel with Original Red Polychromy

H 25 in W 16.5 in D 7.5 in
Qing Dynasty Chinese Sancai Temple Guardian Figure
Located in Forney, TX
A large antique Chinese glazed Sancai pottery temple guardian figure, designed to ward off evil
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Antique 18th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Pottery

Qing Dynasty Chinese Sancai Temple Guardian Figure
Qing Dynasty Chinese Sancai Temple Guardian Figure

Qing Dynasty Chinese Sancai Temple Guardian Figure

H 23 in W 18 in D 6.5 in
Chinese Asian Giltwood Carved Ancestor Temple Shrine Emperor Figure with Tiger
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic wood and gilt decorated hand carved Chinese ancestral temple shrine Emperor figure with
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Chinese Asian Giltwood Carved Ancestor Temple Shrine Emperor Figure with Tiger
Chinese Asian Giltwood Carved Ancestor Temple Shrine Emperor Figure with Tiger

Chinese Asian Giltwood Carved Ancestor Temple Shrine Emperor Figure with Tiger

H 12 in W 6 in D 5 in
Chinese Asian Giltwood Carved Ancestor Temple Shrine Emperor Figure on Animal
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic wood and gilt decorated hand carved Chinese ancestral temple shrine Emperor figure
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Paint

Chinese Asian Giltwood Carved Ancestor Temple Shrine Emperor Figure on Animal
Chinese Asian Giltwood Carved Ancestor Temple Shrine Emperor Figure on Animal

Chinese Asian Giltwood Carved Ancestor Temple Shrine Emperor Figure on Animal

H 10.5 in W 4 in D 4.25 in
Vintage Chinese Hand-Carved White Stone Temple Sculpture of a Bodhisattva
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large Chinese vintage hand-carved white stone Buddhist temple sculpture of a bodhisattva. This
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20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Vintage Chinese Hand-Carved White Stone Temple Sculpture of a Bodhisattva
Vintage Chinese Hand-Carved White Stone Temple Sculpture of a Bodhisattva

Vintage Chinese Hand-Carved White Stone Temple Sculpture of a Bodhisattva

H 63 in W 21 in D 4 in
Pair of Chinese 19th Century Hand Carved and Painted Temple Guardian Lions
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of Chinese sculpted and polychromed temple guardian lions architectural wood carvings. Born
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair of Chinese 19th Century Hand Carved and Painted Temple Guardian Lions
Pair of Chinese 19th Century Hand Carved and Painted Temple Guardian Lions

Pair of Chinese 19th Century Hand Carved and Painted Temple Guardian Lions

H 8 in W 23 in D 4 in
A pair of 19th Century carved Foo temple dogs or Chinese guardian Lions
Located in London, GB
, similar to the structure of society in the Middle Kingdom (earthly China). Chinese temple Dogs Weight
Category

Antique 1860s Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

A pair of 19th Century carved Foo temple dogs or Chinese guardian Lions
A pair of 19th Century carved Foo temple dogs or Chinese guardian Lions

A pair of 19th Century carved Foo temple dogs or Chinese guardian Lions

H 11.42 in W 20.48 in D 7.49 in
Temple Lion Jade Sculpture
Located in Roma, IT
Chinese jade archaic style "Temple lion" sculpture. Jade, probably 18th Century. 5 x 20 cm. Good
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Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Temple Lion Jade Sculpture
Temple Lion Jade Sculpture

Temple Lion Jade Sculpture

H 1.97 in W 3.94 in D 7.88 in
Antique Carved Stone Temple Sculpture of a Woman from, China, Late Qing, c 1900
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese carved stone temple sculpture of a woman circa 1900s. This Chinese sculpture features a
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20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Antique Carved Stone Temple Sculpture of a Woman from, China, Late Qing, c 1900
Antique Carved Stone Temple Sculpture of a Woman from, China, Late Qing, c 1900

Antique Carved Stone Temple Sculpture of a Woman from, China, Late Qing, c 1900

H 49 in W 9 in D 9 in
Mid-20th century a set of old lavastone Chinese temple lions - Foo dogs
Located in DEVENTER, NL
These lavastone sculptures, originating from Indonesia in the middle of the 20th century, are both impressive and distinctive. Each sculpture stands tall at 77 cm, with dimensions of...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lava

Mid-20th century a set of old lavastone Chinese temple lions - Foo dogs
Mid-20th century a set of old lavastone Chinese temple lions - Foo dogs

Mid-20th century a set of old lavastone Chinese temple lions - Foo dogs

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H 30.32 in W 15.75 in D 23.23 in
Rare Large Antique Balinese Temple Hanging Lamak, Indonesia
Located in Atlanta, GA
term for temple hangings, mostly made of disposable materials like palm leaves for temporary offerings
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Copper

Rare Large Antique Balinese Temple Hanging Lamak, Indonesia
Rare Large Antique Balinese Temple Hanging Lamak, Indonesia

Rare Large Antique Balinese Temple Hanging Lamak, Indonesia

H 47 in W 12.5 in D 4.5 in
19th Century Hindu Nandi Temple Guardian, Architectural Ornament
Located in Forney, TX
A monumental Hindu Nandi temple gate-guardian architectural ornament, born in India, dating to the
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Antique 19th Century Indian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Paint

19th Century Hindu Nandi Temple Guardian, Architectural Ornament
19th Century Hindu Nandi Temple Guardian, Architectural Ornament

19th Century Hindu Nandi Temple Guardian, Architectural Ornament

H 43 in W 49.5 in D 12 in
19th Century Burmese Jewel Inlaid Bronze Temple Guardian
Located in Forney, TX
, the protective temple guardians placed flanking the entrances of Buddhist religious pagodas and
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Antique Late 19th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Burmese Jewel Inlaid Bronze Temple Guardian
19th Century Burmese Jewel Inlaid Bronze Temple Guardian

19th Century Burmese Jewel Inlaid Bronze Temple Guardian

H 6.5 in W 4.75 in D 3.25 in
Chinese Carved and Lacquered Figure of Zhenwu, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, China
Located in Austin, TX
temples and statues can be found throughout China. He is also extremely popular among overseas Chinese
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Chinese Carved and Lacquered Figure of Zhenwu, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, China
Chinese Carved and Lacquered Figure of Zhenwu, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, China

Chinese Carved and Lacquered Figure of Zhenwu, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, China

H 14.25 in W 7 in D 7 in
Set of 3 Antique Chinese Terracotta Plaques
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
used to decorate the building or interior of a temple or notable Chinese residence. They have been
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

Set of 3 Antique Chinese Terracotta Plaques
Set of 3 Antique Chinese Terracotta Plaques

Set of 3 Antique Chinese Terracotta Plaques

H 12.21 in W 11.42 in D 1.19 in
Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions
Located in Chicago, IL
gatekeepers seen throughout China and elsewhere in Asia. Traditional symbols of protection, they are made from
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions
Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions

Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions

H 32 in W 43 in D 13 in
China Antique Qing Monumental Buddhist Stone Pagoda
Located in South Burlington, VT
China antique monumental Pagoda Shrine with carved Lohans, 115" high, red sandstone, eight sections
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Sandstone

China Antique Qing Monumental Buddhist Stone Pagoda
China Antique Qing Monumental Buddhist Stone Pagoda

China Antique Qing Monumental Buddhist Stone Pagoda

H 115 in W 34 in D 34 in
Chinese Antique Daoist Sculpture, Hsuan Tien Shangti
Located in South Burlington, VT
traces of old temple paint that has been periodically refreshed as was custom for stone carvings coming
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Sandstone

Chinese Antique Daoist Sculpture, Hsuan Tien Shangti
Chinese Antique Daoist Sculpture, Hsuan Tien Shangti

Chinese Antique Daoist Sculpture, Hsuan Tien Shangti

H 31 in W 14 in D 7 in
Early 20th Century Large Chinese Bronze Censer Incense Burner
Located in Stamford, CT
Early 20th Century large bronze censer on three legs with a foo dog sitting on top and Chinese
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Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th Century Large Chinese Bronze Censer Incense Burner
Early 20th Century Large Chinese Bronze Censer Incense Burner

Early 20th Century Large Chinese Bronze Censer Incense Burner

H 33 in W 26 in D 17 in
Ming Dynasty Stone Guardian Statue, China, 17th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
subtle mineral deposits, exudes an aura of timelessness and reverence. As guardians of temples and
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Antique Late 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Ming Dynasty Stone Guardian Statue, China, 17th Century
Ming Dynasty Stone Guardian Statue, China, 17th Century

Ming Dynasty Stone Guardian Statue, China, 17th Century

H 70.87 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Chinese New Year Antique Wealth God Caishen Sculpture
Located in South Burlington, VT
Our 34 inch tall Chinese Caishen's name is often invoked during Chinese New Year celebrations
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Chinese New Year Antique Wealth God Caishen Sculpture
Chinese New Year Antique Wealth God Caishen Sculpture

Chinese New Year Antique Wealth God Caishen Sculpture

H 34 in W 15 in D 11 in
Bronze and Gilt Tibetan Shrine Temple Sculpture of Deity Bodhisattva White Tara
Located in Studio City, CA
This is a fantastic piece. Perhaps part of a Tibetan temple shrine at one time. Beautiful faded
Category

20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Bronze and Gilt Tibetan Shrine Temple Sculpture of Deity Bodhisattva White Tara
Bronze and Gilt Tibetan Shrine Temple Sculpture of Deity Bodhisattva White Tara

Bronze and Gilt Tibetan Shrine Temple Sculpture of Deity Bodhisattva White Tara

H 12 in W 9 in D 6 in
Carved Wood Tibetan Warrior Temple God Playing a Liuqin or Mandolin
Located in Stamford, CT
Early 20th century carved wood Tibetan Warrior God playing a Liuqin or a Chinese mandolin. I
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Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Tibetan Warrior Temple God Playing a Liuqin or Mandolin
Carved Wood Tibetan Warrior Temple God Playing a Liuqin or Mandolin

Carved Wood Tibetan Warrior Temple God Playing a Liuqin or Mandolin

H 52 in W 22 in D 12 in
Japanese Big Antique Bronze Temple Bell with Resonating Sound, Signed 21 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
traditions. This antique hand cast bronze temple bell dates to the Taisho period, early 20th century. A
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Big Antique Bronze Temple Bell with Resonating Sound, Signed 21 Inches
Japanese Big Antique Bronze Temple Bell with Resonating Sound, Signed 21 Inches

Japanese Big Antique Bronze Temple Bell with Resonating Sound, Signed 21 Inches

H 21 in Dm 11 in
Antique Monumental Chinese Mandorla Carved Sculpted Statues - Set of 2
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Monumental Chinese Quan-Yin Sitting Mandorla Carved Polychromed Wood Sculpted Statues - Set
Category

Vintage 1940s Chinese Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Monumental Chinese Mandorla Carved Sculpted Statues - Set of 2
Antique Monumental Chinese Mandorla Carved Sculpted Statues - Set of 2

Antique Monumental Chinese Mandorla Carved Sculpted Statues - Set of 2

H 65 in W 27 in D 96 in
Rare Old Chinese Watch Tower Garden Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent garden Acquisitions, Rare issue This handsome quality tall Chinese export
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Rare Old Chinese Watch Tower Garden Lighting Lantern
Rare Old Chinese Watch Tower Garden Lighting Lantern

Rare Old Chinese Watch Tower Garden Lighting Lantern

No Reserve
H 18 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in
Larger Than Life Terracotta Buddha Bust of Guanyin, Early 20th Century, China
Located in Antwerp, BE
centers for Guanyin in East Asia. Putuoshan is the main pilgrimage site in China. There is a 33 temple
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta

Larger Than Life Terracotta Buddha Bust of Guanyin, Early 20th Century, China
Larger Than Life Terracotta Buddha Bust of Guanyin, Early 20th Century, China

Larger Than Life Terracotta Buddha Bust of Guanyin, Early 20th Century, China

H 30.71 in W 22.84 in D 14.57 in
Chinese Antique Monumental Buddhist Wooden Pagoda Tower, 70 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
), Shaanxi Province China, located about two kilometres to the west of Louguantai temple (photograph
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Antique Monumental Buddhist Wooden Pagoda Tower, 70 Inches
Chinese Antique Monumental Buddhist Wooden Pagoda Tower, 70 Inches

Chinese Antique Monumental Buddhist Wooden Pagoda Tower, 70 Inches

H 70 in W 21 in D 21 in
Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
home in 19th-century China. Also known as shizi or foo dogs, the mythical creatures are believed to be
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850
Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850

Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850

H 32 in W 14 in D 22 in
Chinese Antique Hand-Carved Stone Figure of Buddhas' Kasyapa
Located in South Burlington, VT
China, an authentic antique hand-carved and hand-painted limestone temple figure of the venerable
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Antique Hand-Carved Stone Figure of Buddhas' Kasyapa
Chinese Antique Hand-Carved Stone Figure of Buddhas' Kasyapa

Chinese Antique Hand-Carved Stone Figure of Buddhas' Kasyapa

H 35 in W 12 in D 10 in
Chinese Ming Dynasty Architectural Terracotta Roof Tile Figure Qilin Foo Dog pr
Located in Forney, TX
Chinese empire. Only official buildings (palaces, government buildings, and some temples) were permitted
Category

Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Earthenware, Terracotta

Chinese Ming Dynasty Architectural Terracotta Roof Tile Figure Qilin Foo Dog pr
Chinese Ming Dynasty Architectural Terracotta Roof Tile Figure Qilin Foo Dog pr

Chinese Ming Dynasty Architectural Terracotta Roof Tile Figure Qilin Foo Dog pr

H 18 in W 19 in D 8 in
Pair of Chinese Black Marble Contemporary Facing Foo Dogs Guardian Lions
Located in Yonkers, NY
courtyard of a temple. With their skillful depiction and dark patina, this pair of Chinese male and female
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Marble

Pair of Chinese Black Marble Contemporary Facing Foo Dogs Guardian Lions
Pair of Chinese Black Marble Contemporary Facing Foo Dogs Guardian Lions

Pair of Chinese Black Marble Contemporary Facing Foo Dogs Guardian Lions

H 25 in W 9.5 in D 12.25 in
Model of Chinese Beauty Pink Rose Quartz Goddess Quan Yin Hand Carved Figurine
Located in Tustin, CA
in China’s temples. Among Buddhist gods, she is loved rather than feared and is the model of Chinese
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Rose Quartz

Model of Chinese Beauty Pink Rose Quartz Goddess Quan Yin Hand Carved Figurine
Model of Chinese Beauty Pink Rose Quartz Goddess Quan Yin Hand Carved Figurine

Model of Chinese Beauty Pink Rose Quartz Goddess Quan Yin Hand Carved Figurine

H 10 in W 3.5 in D 2 in
Oversized Antique Chinese Cork Diorama
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Antique Chinese cork diorama depicting temple and garden scene.
Category

Vintage 1940s Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood, Cork, Glass

Oversized Antique Chinese Cork Diorama
Oversized Antique Chinese Cork Diorama

Oversized Antique Chinese Cork Diorama

H 10.5 in W 19.75 in D 3.75 in
Chinese Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Ming Dynasty period (1368 - 1644) hand-carved stone Foo Dog guardian lion sculpture
Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Chinese Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture
Chinese Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture

Chinese Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture

H 20 in W 13.5 in D 13.5 in
Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A large and magnificent near life-sized Chinese carved and lacquered wood figure of a Buddha, Qing
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

H 32 in W 22.25 in D 16 in
Exceptional Pair of Marble Lions from China with great, old patina, Ming Period
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Exceptional Pair of Chinese Lions,Mythological Figures, Good old great patina, and beautiful beige
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Antique 1680s Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Statuary Marble

Exceptional Pair of Marble Lions from China with great, old patina, Ming Period
Exceptional Pair of Marble Lions from China with great, old patina, Ming Period

Exceptional Pair of Marble Lions from China with great, old patina, Ming Period

H 16.54 in W 11.82 in D 6.3 in
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Hand-Carved Foo Dog Sculpture Mounted on Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period carved stone foo dog sculpture from the 19th century, mounted on
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Hand-Carved Foo Dog Sculpture Mounted on Base
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Hand-Carved Foo Dog Sculpture Mounted on Base

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Hand-Carved Foo Dog Sculpture Mounted on Base

H 31 in W 12 in D 11 in
Carved wooden statuette of Guandi God of war & dog lion of Fo - China Ming 18th
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
This marvelous polychrome carved wooden statuette represents a Buddhist temple guardian, Guandi or
Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Carved wooden statuette of Guandi God of war & dog lion of Fo - China Ming 18th
Carved wooden statuette of Guandi God of war & dog lion of Fo - China Ming 18th

Carved wooden statuette of Guandi God of war & dog lion of Fo - China Ming 18th

H 11.42 in W 4.73 in D 5.91 in
Pair of Chinese Vintage Foo Dogs Guardian Lions on Bases with Sandstone Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
temple. With their skillful depiction and sandstone patina, this pair of Chinese male and female stone
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Pair of Chinese Vintage Foo Dogs Guardian Lions on Bases with Sandstone Patina
Pair of Chinese Vintage Foo Dogs Guardian Lions on Bases with Sandstone Patina

Pair of Chinese Vintage Foo Dogs Guardian Lions on Bases with Sandstone Patina

H 24 in W 9.5 in D 14 in
Chinese antique stone engraving of a dragon /Before 20th century/stone tablet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a carved stone slab, probably made in China. What is represented is probably a dragon. A
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20th Century Japanese Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Chinese antique stone engraving of a dragon /Before 20th century/stone tablet
Chinese antique stone engraving of a dragon /Before 20th century/stone tablet

Chinese antique stone engraving of a dragon /Before 20th century/stone tablet

H 10.63 in W 8.86 in D 2.76 in
Antique Red Chinoiserie Chinese Giltwood Temple Carving Mirror
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique red Chinese giltwood temple carving mirror. It includes three temple carvings along the top
Category

Early 20th Century Chinoiserie More Mirrors

Materials

Giltwood

Antique Red Chinoiserie Chinese Giltwood Temple Carving Mirror
Antique Red Chinoiserie Chinese Giltwood Temple Carving Mirror

Antique Red Chinoiserie Chinese Giltwood Temple Carving Mirror

H 36 in W 38 in D 2 in
Pair 19th Century Bronze Fu Dogs
Located in Dublin 8, IE
These guardian statues were traditionally found standing sentry in front of palaces, temples, and
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Antique 19th Century Asian Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair 19th Century Bronze Fu Dogs
Pair 19th Century Bronze Fu Dogs

Pair 19th Century Bronze Fu Dogs

H 13 in W 7.5 in D 16 in
Late 19th century Pair of Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs
Located in Savannah, GA
to temples and homes of the very rich, they depict the guardian lions of the Far East. Always in
Category

Antique 1890s Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

Late 19th century Pair of Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs
Late 19th century Pair of Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

Late 19th century Pair of Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs

H 21 in W 24 in D 14 in
19th Century Taoist Master Wood Statue
Located in Somis, CA
the person who commissioned the sculpture for the purpose of donating to the temple, as an expression
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Taoist Master Wood Statue
19th Century Taoist Master Wood Statue

19th Century Taoist Master Wood Statue

H 10 in W 3.75 in D 3 in
Found! Japanese Giant Bronze Bell 45 Inches Tall
Located in South Burlington, VT
are an authentic sign that this bell has actually hung outside the temple for quite some time and has
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Found! Japanese Giant Bronze Bell 45 Inches Tall
Found! Japanese Giant Bronze Bell 45 Inches Tall

Found! Japanese Giant Bronze Bell 45 Inches Tall

H 45 in Dm 27 in
Large Terracotta Head of Luohan on Wood Stand from Vietnam
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large and heavy fired clay (terracotta) head of an Arhat (also known as Luohan in Chinese). The
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Vietnamese Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta, Wood

Large Terracotta Head of Luohan on Wood Stand from Vietnam
Large Terracotta Head of Luohan on Wood Stand from Vietnam

Large Terracotta Head of Luohan on Wood Stand from Vietnam

H 18.5 in W 8 in D 8 in
Japan Tall Iris Flower Garden Lantern Beautiful Original Blue Paint
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japanese traditional architecture, it originated in China. In Japan, to¯ro¯ were originally used only in
Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japan Tall Iris Flower Garden Lantern Beautiful Original Blue Paint
Japan Tall Iris Flower Garden Lantern Beautiful Original Blue Paint

Japan Tall Iris Flower Garden Lantern Beautiful Original Blue Paint

H 15 in Dm 11 in
Japan Pair Tall Beautiful Blue Garden Lanterns With Lovely Iris Flowers
Located in South Burlington, VT
architecture, it originated in China. In Japan, to¯ro¯ were originally used only in Buddhist temples, where
Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japan Pair Tall Beautiful Blue Garden Lanterns With Lovely Iris Flowers
Japan Pair Tall Beautiful Blue Garden Lanterns With Lovely Iris Flowers

Japan Pair Tall Beautiful Blue Garden Lanterns With Lovely Iris Flowers

H 15 in Dm 11 in
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Chinese Temple Carvings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of Chinese temple carvings for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, stone and giltwood, all Chinese temple carvings available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of Chinese temple carvings available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century.

How Much are Chinese Temple Carvings?

Prices for Chinese temple carvings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, Chinese temple carvings begin at $299 and can go as high as $22,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,100.

Finding the Right sculptures-carvings for You

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.

Questions About Chinese Temple Carvings
  • What is Chinese seal carving?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese seal carving refers to the traditional art of engraving the active side of a stamp or seal. Typically, the seals were made using stone, but bamboo, bone and wood could also be used. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic Chinese seal carvings from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • What is Chinese wood carving?
    1 Answer
    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.

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