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Wayang Puppet Wood Carving Set, Java, Indonesia, Mid-20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This wood carving set depicts mythical characters that are popular amid "Wayang" puppet shows
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Mid-20th Century Javanese Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Wood Carving Good Fortune Set of 4
Located in Somis, CA
A wonderful set of four 19th century wood carvings each featuring two scholars in a garden pavilion
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Wood Carving Good Fortune Set of 4
Antique Wood Carving Good Fortune Set of 4
H 5.5 in W 14.38 in D 0.25 in
Set of Three Gilded Wood Carvings for Love
Located in Somis, CA
A set of three beautifully gilded, carved 19th century wood panels. The three dimensional carvings
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Vintage Three Wood Carving Asian Temple Monks Statues Set
Located in 景德镇市, CN
Three beautiful hand carved wood monks with smiles. The monks stands with their eyes looking up
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Antique 19th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Boxwood

Vintage Three Wood Carving Asian Temple Monks Statues Set
Vintage Three Wood Carving Asian Temple Monks Statues Set
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H 4.73 in W 1.19 in D 1.19 in
Japanese antique wood carving "Kirin's legs" /1800s/Shrines and temples carvings
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
carving of a horse, but there are circular carvings on the legs, a pattern that does not exist on horses
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Wood Carving Kung Fu Gilt Red Lacquer
Located in Somis, CA
A wonderful set of two 19th century wood carvings, featuring two bothers practicing martial art in
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Wood Carving Kung Fu Gilt Red Lacquer
Antique Wood Carving Kung Fu Gilt Red Lacquer
H 3.88 in W 13.25 in D 0.25 in
Japanese Edo Period Wood Temple Carving with Doves
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Edo period wooden temple carving with two doves in branches. The scene is set into a frame
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Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Edo Period in Japan Wooden Buddha Statue / Wood Carving Buddha / 1750-1850
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
. Since it is a simple sculpture, it was not carved by a person who specializes in carving Buddha statues
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Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Folk Art Figurative Carvings
Located in Hudson, NY
A great set of 13 hand-carved figures each with an individual face depicting a different figure
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Antique Early 1900s American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Folk Art Figurative Carvings
Folk Art Figurative Carvings
H 13 in W 9 in D 1 in
Set of Three Japanese Wood Netsukes
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of three Japanese netsukes carved out of wood with a reddish stained finish, appear to be circa
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Radiating Yellow Buddhist Soapstone Carving, 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The radiating yellow soapstone carving depicts a serene and spiritually evocative scene set in the
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Late 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Soapstone

Set of 5 Antique Wood Buddha Statues
Located in Somis, CA
A rare collection of 5 antique wood statues of Chinese Bodhisattvas. All seated in horseshoe round
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set of 5 Antique Wood Buddha Statues
Set of 5 Antique Wood Buddha Statues
H 8 in W 4.5 in D 3.75 in
Set of Three Historical Dragon Head Wood Beams
Located in Berghuelen, DE
This set of three antique massive dragon head wood beams comes from a Bavarian half-timber house in
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Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Matched Pair of Cat Carvings by Linvel Barker, Kentucky
By Linvel Barker
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Linvel Barker was a retired metalworker turned folk artist. He didn't start carving until 1984 and
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1990s American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Indian Antique Corinthian Temple Capital Carving with Distressed Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
Indian artistry. What sets this capital apart is its beautifully distressed patina, a testament to its
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Antique 19th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Asian Mustard-Yellow Soapstone Carving Depicting Village Scene, 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The soapstone carving, with its smooth and polished mustard yellow surface, serves as a canvas for
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Set of three brutalist carved wood column France XIX th century.
By Brancusi
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Set of three Brutalist carved wooden columns dating from the 19th century. French folk art. Varying
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Antique 1880s French Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Bob Stocksdale Signed Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Wood Turned Bowls
By Bob Stocksdale
Located in Studio City, CA
A very handsome, darkly colored set of six bowl by American master wood turner Bob Stocksdale. All
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved Wood Timorese Tribal Panel Set, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
These are early 20th century carved panels from Timor Island, they have been hand carved and feature a mix of human and animal figures. They also feature ceremonial tribal designs on...
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Set of five carved modernist Elephants in a mix of woods
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of five modernist carved Elephants in a mix of Woods. very nice carving and finish 1
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Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Sculptures and Carvings

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Hardwood

Set of 2 Kokeshi Naruko Japanese Wood Hand Painted Doll
Located in Bochum, NRW
wood. Have a simple trunk as a body and an enlarged head. Painted by hand with lines to define the
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Vintage 1950s Asian Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Maple

Andrianna Shamaris Teak Wood Ballerina Sculpture
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
natural beauty of the wood. Set on a modern black metal stand. Measures: 63" high x 22 x 22 x base 16" x
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2010s Organic Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

Damo Bodhidharma Monk Carved Camphor Wood Statue
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful solid camphor wood statue of the legendary Buddhist monk Bodhidharma (Damo), who is
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20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Rare Tramp Art Carved Wood Cigarette Dispenser
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An elaborately carved and stained wood tray densely textured and decorated with sun flowers. Large
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Vintage 1930s Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Mid-century Modern Articulated Wood Artist Hand Model
Located in Downingtown, PA
Articulated Wood Artist Hand Model, 1950s-1970 The beautifully carved light wood hand is
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Set of 4 "Kokeshi" Dolls
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H 9.65 in Dm 2.76 in
Set Burmese monks from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: wood 25 & 25,5 cm high Weight: 3.45 kgs Mandalay style Namaskara mudra Originating from
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Antique Early 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set Burmese monks from Burma
Set Burmese monks from Burma
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H 10.04 in W 6.7 in D 4.73 in
Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set of
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
No Reserve
H 9.65 in Dm 2.76 in
Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
No Reserve
H 11.82 in Dm 3.94 in
Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
No Reserve
H 9.65 in Dm 2.76 in
Set of 3 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set of 3 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Set of 3 "Kokeshi" Dolls
No Reserve
H 9.65 in Dm 2.76 in
Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
No Reserve
H 14.18 in Dm 3.94 in
Chinese Polychrome-Decorated Carved Wood Figure of a Bodhisattva
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Chinese polychrome-decorated carved wood figure of a Bodhisattva Standing regally with her hands
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20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
No Reserve
H 9.65 in Dm 2.76 in
Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
No Reserve
H 9.65 in Dm 2.76 in
Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
No Reserve
H 9.65 in Dm 2.76 in
Two Chinese Wood Lion Foo Dogs Incense Holder
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Two Chinese wood Foo Dogs Incense holder burners. Featuring a pair of highly detailed lion foo
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

African Carved Gabon Mask Set (2 pieces)
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
wood carving techniques and adorned with polychrome tempera paint, giving it a distinct and one-of-a
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20th Century Ghanaian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

African Carved Gabon Mask Set (2 pieces)
African Carved Gabon Mask Set (2 pieces)
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H 14.57 in W 7.88 in D 3.15 in
African Carved Gabon Mask Set (2 pieces)
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
wood carving techniques and adorned with polychrome tempera paint, giving it a distinct and one-of-a
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20th Century Ghanaian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

African Carved Gabon Mask Set (2 pieces)
African Carved Gabon Mask Set (2 pieces)
H 14.57 in W 7.88 in D 3.15 in
Linguat II Set of 2 Black Sculptures
By Omnibus Design
Located in Milan, IT
This stunning set of two sculptures is carefully handcrafted using two pieces of oak trunks that
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2010s Italian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Linguat II Set of 2 Black Sculptures
Linguat II Set of 2 Black Sculptures
H 67.72 in W 39.38 in D 23.63 in
Carved Big Cat Figures - Set of 3
Located in Bradenton, FL
A set of three carved big cats. A tiger, a snow leopard, and a serval are carved in wood and
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Late 20th Century Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Carved Big Cat Figures - Set of 3
Carved Big Cat Figures - Set of 3
H 4 in W 1.75 in D 15.5 in
Set of antique monk statues from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: wood 46 cm high 46 cm deep Weight: 19.1 kgs 29,5 cm wide Namaskara mudra
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set of antique monk statues from Burma
Set of antique monk statues from Burma
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H 18.12 in W 11.62 in D 18.12 in
Linguat I Set of 2 Black Sculptures
By Omnibus Design
Located in Milan, IT
A celebration of nature in its purest form, this set of two wooden sculptures is meticulously
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2010s Italian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Linguat I Set of 2 Black Sculptures
Linguat I Set of 2 Black Sculptures
H 61.82 in W 39.38 in D 23.63 in
Antique Burmese Short Lacquered Wood Sculptures w/ Inlaid Colored Glass - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Burmese Carved and Lacquered Wood with Inlaid Colored Glass Short Monastic Attendant
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

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Glass, Wood, Lacquer

Antique Burmese Tall Monastic Attendant Statues w/ Lacquered Wood & Inlaid Glass
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Burmese Carved & Lacquered Wood with Inlaid Colored Glass Tall Monastic Attendant
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Lacquer

Set of 5 Mid Century Modern "Kokeshi" Dolls
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Set of 5 Mid Century Modern "Kokeshi" Dolls
Set of 5 Mid Century Modern "Kokeshi" Dolls
No Reserve
H 18.12 in Dm 4.73 in
Set of 3 MId Century Modern "Kokeshi" Dolls
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Set of 3 MId Century Modern "Kokeshi" Dolls
Set of 3 MId Century Modern "Kokeshi" Dolls
No Reserve
H 9.65 in Dm 2.76 in
Japanese Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Wood Beads Mala Rosary Necklace
Located in Studio City, CA
handcrafted natural wood (perhaps rosewood) Buddhist Juzu mala beads with four large square-like beads called
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

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
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Vintage 1940s Chinese Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Paint

Japanese Tree Segment Wabi Sabi Wood Sculpture
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-175 Segment of a branch from a cypress tree set on a steped wood base wood base 7.5 x 7.5"
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Vintage 1920s Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Hardwood

Jeri Summers Folk Art Sculptures, Set of 3
Located in Saint Paul, MN
Naive in nature, this set of 3 figures by Ohio artist Jeri Summers is reminiscent of tribal
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Concrete, Metal

Finely Carved Complete Burmese Buddha and Monk Set
Located in New York, NY
A complete set of five intricately carved vintage Burmese monks and Buddha in flowing robes on
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Indian Carved Wooden ‘Ghodi’ Wedding Horses Set of Three
Located in Lincoln, GB
Set of Three Wedding Horses. These horses were carved by Rajhastani artisans around 1920s or
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20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Set of Three Chinese Gilt Fragments, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-carved and lavishly pigmented, these gilt fragments originated as decorative elements of ornate Qing-dynasty furniture or architecture. Elevated by custom steel display mounts, ...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Carved Dark Brown Lacquered Burmese Monastic Attendants - Set of 2
Located in Chicago, IL
& Wood Pedestal Base - Set of 2 These antique Burmese monastic attendants display stunning craftsmanship
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Lacquer

19th Century Black Forest Carved Bear Motif Wood Box with Swing-Out Compartment
Located in Cincinnati, OH
turned handle at the center flanked by carved leaves and flowers, all of which are set on a stippled
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Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

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Glass, Wood

Felix Timmermans '3 Wise Men' Flemish Folk Art Sculptures in Carved Wood 1970
Located in Tilburg, NL
. This is a remarkable set of Flemish folk art sculptures carved out of wood in 1970 and 1972. Based on a
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Brutalist Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Set of 5 Handmade Japanese Kokeshi Dolls from the Early 20th Century
Located in Barcelona, ES
Add a touch of traditional Japanese charm to your home decor with this exquisite set of 5 Kokeshi
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

10 Carpet Lawn Bowling Hand Carved Wood & Stone Balls Antique Office Gift Idea
Located in West Hollywood, CA
10 Carpet Lawn bowling hand carved wood & stone balls antique office gift idea. A Beautiful
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

19th century set of 6 antique wooden Burmese Monk statues in Namaskara Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
and resonance. Set of 6 antique wooden Burmese Monk statues Material : wood 23,5 cm high 11 cm wide
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

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Wood Carving Set For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal wood carving set for your home. A wood carving set — often made from wood, mahogany and metal — can elevate any home. There are 54 variations of the antique or vintage wood carving set you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the wood carving set you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right wood carving set, those designed in Folk Art, Baroque and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Agustin Cruz Tinoco, Edilma Cruz Prudencio and Socorro Cruz Prudencio each produced at least one beautiful wood carving set that is worth considering.

How Much is a Wood Carving Set?

Prices for a wood carving set start at $160 and top out at $8,882 with the average selling for $2,274.
Questions About Wood Carving Set
  • 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 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 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best carving knife set will likely be a matter of preference. When choosing a carving knife, aim for one with a sharp edge and a length of around 8 inches. It will be difficult to chop bigger portions of meat if the blade is too short. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage carving knife sets.
  • 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 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.