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Special large Burmese Buddha statue from Burma in Bhumisparsha mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : wood 110 cm high 62 cm wide and 31 cm deep Gilded with 24 krt. gold Shan (Tai Yai) style Bhumisparsha mudra 18th century In very good condition ! A very special statue wit...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Late 20th century Old marble Kartik statue
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The Old marble Kartik statue is a magnificent work of art that exudes grace and beauty. Hand-carved from a single block of white marble, this statue stands at an impressive height of...
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Late 20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

Japanese Antique Stone Statue 「The Man Sitting」 1800s-1860s / Figurine Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese stone statue. It is from the Edo period. (1800s-1860s). A man with a topknot is sitting. It is probably a scene of a...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Glazed Terra Cotta Foo Dogs, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair Glazed Terra Cotta Foo Dogs. Gorgeous design, colors, and details. See our collection of foo dogs in our inventory.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Terracotta

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 Guan Yu sitting on a Fo dog. The guardian and the dog are on a base whose feet reca...
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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Pair Wabi Sabi Cedar Wood Sculptures
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1496 Pair Wabi Sabi Cedar wood sculptures
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1940s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Hardwood

China Huge Stunning Natural Marble Stone "Painting" Magnificent Mountain Peaks
Located in South Burlington, VT
This Chinese extraordinary natural marble stone painting of a mountain range in green and white colors is called a dream stone Shih-hua. It is a huge monumental masterwork of nature. Totally natural. Dimensions: Hardwood frame: 62 inches tall and 88.5 inches length Site: 54 inches tall and 80.5 inches length This marble stone painting is approximately 3/8 inch thick and is cut from a large slab of rough material revealing a unique, incredible pattern in soft green and white colors. This unique work of art was from historic Dali marble found in the Cangshan mountains of western China. These mysterious mountains, unique in the world, are known for yielding incredible and fantastic natural landscaped works of art created over tens of millions of years from mineral inclusions that affected the process of ancient organic material which transformed into limestone and finally resulted in marble- a metamorphic hard stone. This art form is centuries of years old since the Ming dynasty. Dream stones became favored art in the west particularly since the 19th century when French collectors named them Pierres de reve. History of Green Flower dream stone paintings...
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20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

Late 19th century antique wooden Burmese Buddha temple - Original Buddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This Late 19th-century wooden Burmese Buddha temple is a stunning testament to the rich spiritual and artistic heritage of Burma. Crafted from wood and standing at a height of 42.2 c...
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Late 19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Male Foo Dogs Holding the Earth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful male foo dogs holding and protecting the earth. Very rare find and interesting take on the foo dogs considering they're both male.
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1950s Chinese Other Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Terracotta

19th century pair of antique wooden Burmese Monk statues - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The pair of antique wooden Burmese Monk statues is a remarkable and spiritually significant artifact originating from Burma. Crafted from wood and gilded with 24-karat gold, each statue stands at 22.5 cm in height and measures 21.7 cm in width and 18.8 cm in depth. The gilded surface adds a radiant and opulent touch to the sculptures, accentuating their visual appeal. Created in the 19th century in the Ava style, these Burmese Monk statues exemplify the grace and elegance of Burmese artistic traditions. Each statue depicts a monk in the Namaskara mudra, a gesture of respect and greeting. With a weight of 1.98 kgs each, this pair of antique wooden Burmese Monk statues is a treasured and sacred pair. Originating from Burma, they carry the essence of Burmese craftsmanship and religious traditions. Their age and historical significance make them valuable pieces of art and exceptional representations of the spiritual and artistic legacy of the region. These statues can be cherished centerpieces for collectors or serve as meaningful symbols of reverence and devotion in any space. Antique pair wooden Monk statues...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Japanese Bronze Sculpture of a Peasant Worker 1920's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1351 Japanese bronze sculpture of a worker carrying wood. Incredible detail.
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1920s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this artist-made koi is a traditional symbol of harmony and wealth. For Buddhists, such a fish represents a freedom from all restraints. The scales ...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Pine

Antique Japanese Kutani Pottery Bodhidharma or Daruma Figurine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An fine, antique Japanese pottery Daruma figurine. In the form of a Daruma, a depiction of Bodhidharma the semi-legendary founder of Zen/Chan Buddhism. The figure's face and protruding toes are an unglazed dark brown and his robe has a dark red glaze. Simply a charming Japanese figurine...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

Japanese Wood figure of Jizo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Japanese Wood figure of Jizo, Edo period, circa 1800. Japanese mingei-style wood figural carving of Jizo Bosatsu, (Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva), the p...
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Early 1800s Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Mid 20th century large old lavastone Buddha statue in Dharmachakra mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The large old lavastone Buddha statue is a captivating embodiment of spiritual artistry, skillfully carved from the enduring lavastone material. Standing at an impressive height of 1...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

19th century antique wooden Burmese Buddha temple - Original Buddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This 19th-century wooden Burmese Buddha temple is a stunning testament to the rich spiritual and artistic heritage of Burma. Crafted from wood and standing at a height of 73.5 cm, wi...
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19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Rock Crystal Tibetan Green Tara Statue
Located in Somis, CA
The rare rock crystal statue of the Tibetan Green Tara commands attention with its exquisite craftsmanship and spiritual presence. Seated in Lalitasana on a lotus throne with her pen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

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Rock Crystal

Antique Large Chinese Carved Agate Animal Group #2, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A fine and beautiful Carved Agate Animal Group depicts a turtle, dragon, and cloud with sea waves. rest on a fitted wooden base. A large and heavy piece. Dimension: 4.5" W x 4" Dx 1....
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19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Agate

Asian Bronze Guardian Lion Sculpture, Nepal, 19th century
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Asian bronze guardian lion Lion Sculpture, Nepal 19th Century. A bronze figure with traces of polychromy depicting a temple guardian lion with an open mouth, long mane and a defensive posture on its four outstretched legs. The tail is curled over the back and the body is full of curls in the form of protuberances and decorative spirals. Antique bronze Nepalese temple guardian style lion sculpture, richly ornamented and masterfully sculpted with patinated gilt brass, the ferocious mythical beast in an aggressive ready to charge stance. Measures: 5.5: W x 4.75 H x 3 D Inches Antique condition with typical wear and appropriate patina. From the Art collection of Marian and John Scott. Acquisition date: 1981. Evaluation date records: 1982. Purchased from the amazing private collection of Mark Lissauer who spent his life collecting niche ethnographic pieces. About Mark Lissauer: Mark Lissauer spent forty years travelling abroad for months at a time collecting ethnographic artefacts primarily from New Guinea and the islands of the West Pacific, and from Asia and Himalayan countries. Fluent in five languages and having in the course of business travelled to more than forty countries, Mark is well-known to museums and art-collectors around the world for his long career and his interesting and diverse collection of rare ethnographic material. Mark knows the origin and symbolism of each piece. Through extensive research and more than ninety trips around the globe, Mark familiarised himself with the traditions of the various cultures he visited in order to understand the meaning of each object to its region and tribe. His home has a specialist library and several rooms are filled with tribal carvings, textiles and ethnographica. He acquired his first tribal piece in 1948 during a business trip to Milne Bay, New Guinea, and has since documented the acquisition of some 35,000 items. Several thousands of these have been sold to important private collections and museums worldwide, including the Rockefeller Museum, the British Museum and the Musée National des Arts d’Afrique et d’Océanie, now incorporated into the Louvre Museum. Estimator certificate of authenticity by Wayne Heathcote Tribal Art Dealer and Expert. Heathcote has a flash gallery in Brussels, where much of the tribal art business is centred, and is an expert at Sotheby's tribal art sale...
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19th Century Nepalese Tibetan Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass, Bronze

Mid-20th century old bronze Samantabhadra statue from Nepal - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The old bronze Samantabhadra statue from Nepal is a captivating and spiritually meaningful artifact. Crafted from bronze and adorned with fire gilding in 24-karat gold, this statue s...
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Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

19th century Large Antique Burmese Throne from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : wood 201 cm high 128 cm wide and 92 cm deep Gilded with 24 krt. gold Mandalay style 19th century Very special ! Can be shipped worldwide Originating from Burma Nr: 3688-18
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th century antique wooden Burmese Buddha temple - Original Buddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This 19th-century wooden Burmese Buddha temple is a stunning testament to the rich spiritual and artistic heritage of Burma. Crafted from wood and standing at a height of 52.5 cm, wi...
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19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th century Very special marble Burmese Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique Very special marble Burmese Buddha statue is a magnificent. Crafted from marble, it stands at an impressive height of 77 cm and has dimensions of 48 cm in width and 33 ...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

Antique Japanese Seated Ceramic Buddhist Monk Sculpture
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1517 Antique hand made and painted Japanese Buddhist monk
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1930s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic

19th century antique wooden Burmese Mandalay Buddha - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The antique wooden Burmese Mandalay Buddha is a truly exquisite and spiritually significant artifact originating from Burma. Crafted from wood, this Buddha statue stands at 57 cm in ...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Middle 20th century large old lavastone Buddha statue in Dharmachakra mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This large lavastone Buddha statue is a remarkable piece of art and spirituality. Crafted from lavastone, it stands at an impressive height of 109 cm, with dimensions of 83 cm in wid...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

Chinese Export Porcelain Miniature Elephant Figurine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Chinese Export porcelain figurine. In the form of a recumbent elephant resting atop an oval shaped plinth with a flower design on...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Porcelain

Newly made Nepali gold-face Samantabhadra statue - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The old bronze Samantabhadra statue from Nepal is a captivating and spiritually meaningful artifact. Crafted from bronze and adorned with fire gilding in 24-karat gold, this statue s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Antique Large Chinese Carved Agate Animal Group #1, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A fine and beautiful Carved Agate Animal Group depicts trees, a Tiger, and a Baffulor resting on a fitted wooden base. A large and heavy piece. Dimension: 4.5" W x 4.25" Dx 2.5" H (4...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Agate

19th Century Oriental Wooden Toad Opium Incense Secret Box
Located in Lowestoft, GB
An unusual 19th century oriental wooden toad. The carved amphibian crouching on a red wooden base, its body encrusted with warts the odd one is missing , a small red carved amphibian at its mouth. The toad has a cavity in its back with sliding lid, a small square socket in the back of the neck, possibly an opium container...
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19th Century Japanese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Softwood

Antique Indian Bronze Figure of Baby Balakrishna
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique bronze figure of Baby Bala Krishna crawling figure holding the pearl of wisdom or butterball. An Indian Bronze Figure of Balakrishna, the baby Krishna wearing chains around his waist and a necklace, his face with a humorous expression, holding a ball of butter in his right hand. Antique Asian collectible cast bronze copper sculpture figurine of Hindu God Lord Krishna in a baby form. 19th century lost wax cast bronze Bala Krishna figure, India Avatar of Vishnu, the Bala Krishna form represents him as a baby. Krishna is probably the most beloved avatar of god Vishnu and is widely worshipped all over India. Crawling Krishna is a common subject, the craftsmanship and the elegance of proportions make this Vigraha an outstanding one. Dimensions: Height: 3 inches Length: 2.50 inches Depth 2.50 inches. From the Art collection of Marian and John Scott. Acquisition date: 1986. From the Art collection of Marian and John Scott who purchased this item from the amazing private collection of Mark Lissauer who spent his life collecting niche ethnographic pieces. About Mark Lissauer: Mark Lissauer spent forty years travelling abroad for months at a time collecting ethnographic artefacts primarily from New Guinea and the islands of the West Pacific, and from Asia and Himalayan countries. Fluent in five languages and having in the course of business travelled to more than forty countries, Mark is well-known to museums and art-collectors around the world for his long career and his interesting and diverse collection of rare ethnographic material. Mark knows the origin and symbolism of each piece. Through extensive research and more than ninety trips around the globe, Mark familiarised himself with the traditions of the various cultures he visited in order to understand the meaning of each object to its region and tribe. His home has a specialist library and several rooms are filled with tribal carvings, textiles and ethnographica. He acquired his first tribal piece in 1948 during a business trip to Milne Bay, New Guinea, and has since documented the acquisition of some 35,000 items. Several thousands of these have been sold to important private collections and museums worldwide, including the Rockefeller Museum, the British Museum and the Musée National des Arts d’Afrique et d’Océanie, now incorporated into the Louvre Museum. Estimator certificate of authenticity by Wayne Heathcote Tribal Art Dealer and Expert. Heathcote has a flash gallery in Brussels, where much of the tribal art business is centred, and is an expert at Sotheby's tribal art sale...
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1850s Indian Expressionist Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze, Copper

High Quality Nepali Bronze Buddha Statue from Nepal
Located in Antwerp, BE
20th century gold gilded bronze Buddha/Bodhisattva. A finely cast bronze Buddha statue in gold gilt with modeled and incised floral motifs. Superb...
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20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Chinese White and Russet Jade Leaping Carp Carving Qing Dynasty.
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinse white and russett jade carving of leaping carp, surrounded by waves, chilong and flaming pearl. Early Qing dynasty.
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Vintage Mounted Bronze Buddha Head
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Small antique bronze bust of Buddha head on solid wood base. The head is heavily distressed and patinated showing significant age; rear of the head has some minor losses but nothing ...
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Early 20th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of patinated bronze Chinese foo dogs, circa 1950s. The pair are in good vintage condition with amazing detail and a gorgeous patina. Each dog measures 4"W x 3"D x 3.5"H #3295
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

19th century antique bronze Burmese Mandalay Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The antique bronze Burmese Mandalay Buddha is a captivating and sacred artifact originating from Burma. Crafted from bronze and gilded with 24-karat gold, this Buddha statue stands a...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Antique bronze Thai Monk statue - Originalbuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
A Beautiful Antique bronze Thai Monk statue Material : bronze 37,5 cm high 30 cm wide and 17,3 cm deep Gilded with 24 krt. gold Dhyana mudra 19th century Wei...
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19th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Antique Hand-Carved Cash Coin Garden Stone, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
Unique garden accents This delightful round hand-carved stone in the form of an old "cash coin" with its square hole and dates to the 19th century. This was likely a mill stone for ...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Limestone

Vintage Regency Brass Gladiator Helmet
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Coastal gladiator helmet. A chic little treasure in polished brass. Perfect for your coffee table, etagere or desk. You decide! Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
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Mid-20th Century Regency Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass

Chinese White Jade Bamboo Form Vase, 19th century
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinese white jade carved vase in the form of the bamboo tree with leafs and trunk. Late 19th century.
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Andrianna Shamaris Rare Ancient Wood Torso
Located in New York, NY
Impressive century year old wood with incredible patina and character is set on a minimalist black steel base. This beautiful single piece of wood has been hand carved whilst respect...
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Early 1900s Tribal Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal, Steel

Martin Brothers Musician Imp
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
5463 Robert Wallace Martin for the Martin Brothers, a stoneware Musician Imp modelled as a Cellist on a later wooden plinth. Illustrated in Haslem’s Book “The Martin Brothers Potters...
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Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Stoneware

Chinese Phoenix Bird and Dragon Box
Located in New York, NY
A black and off-white Chinese phoenix bird and dragon decorative plastic box with lid, circa 20th century, China. Box measures: 4.25" D x 8.25" ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Plastic

19th century antique wooden Temple panel in Shan (Tai Yai) style from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique wooden Temple panel originates from Burma and dates back to the 19th century. Crafted from wood, it showcases the Shan (Tai Yai) style...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th Century Old metal temple with antique wooden Buddha statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Old metal temple with antique wooden Buddha statue Material: Metal 36,8 cm high 15 cm wide and 14,7 cm deep The temple is originating from Nepal The gilded Buddha is from Burma and i...
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19th Century Nepalese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

19th century antique bronze Nepali Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The antique bronze Nepali Buddha statue is a captivating and spiritually significant artifact originating from Nepal. Crafted from bronze and adorned with fire gilding in 24-karat go...
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19th Century Nepalese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

19th century Antique wooden Burmese Lotus Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue is a remarkable piece of art and spirituality. Crafted from wood, it stands at a height of 13.6 cm, with dimensions of 8 cm in width and 5 c...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Middle 20th century large old lavastone Buddha statue in Dharmachakra mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This large lavastone Buddha statue is a remarkable piece of art and spirituality. Crafted from lavastone, it stands at an impressive height of 136 cm, with dimensions of 121 cm in wi...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

Polished Solid Brass Batlló butterfly Handle by Antoni Gaudi 20th Century Design
Located in Barcelona, ES
Solid cast brass door handle with polished finish. Antoni Gaudí (1852 - 1926) is among the most internationally famous Spanish architects, his unorthodox approach is still considere...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass

17th century Antique Burmese marble Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique marble Burmese Buddha statue is a magnificent With traces of the original lacquer and 24 krt. gilding. Crafted from marble, it stands at an impressive height of 73 cm an...
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17th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

Old metal temple with antique wooden Buddha statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Old metal temple with antique wooden Buddha statue Material: Metal 37 cm high 14,7 cm wide and 14 cm deep The temple is originating from Nepal The gilded Buddha is from Burma and is ...
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19th Century Nepalese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

Granite Buddha Head, Early 1900's, Northern India
Located in Nantucket, MA
A lovely, peaceful granite Buddha head on wooden base, early 1900's, Utttar Pradesh, Northern India. The hand-carved features include the typical snail-...
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Early 20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Granite

Antique Indian Bronze Parrot Figure oil Lamp Rajasthan 19th Century
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Indian Bronze Parrot Figure oil Lamp Rajasthan, Bronze Hamsa Lamp Finial, North India, 19th Century of before. The engraved scrolling decoration on this antique oil container...
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Early 19th Century Indian Islamic Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Antique Chinese Hetain White-Yellowish Jade "Cicada" 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A nice hand-carved antique, Chinese Hetain White-Yellowish Jade "Cicada" from the 19th Century. The color is presented in white-yellowish and the context of the body is very pure and...
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

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 dragons on each side. Censers also known as incense burners, have a long history in Chi...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Early 20th Century Standing Bronze Japanese Geisha with Kimono & Obi
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful bronze figure of a standing Japanese geisha in a traditional kimono with an obi. The geisha's susohiki kimono is laced with an intricate pattern of flowers, leaves and vine...
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Early 20th Century French Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Tenjin-Sama, Wood, Japanese Shinto Deity of Learning and Wisdom, Meiji Period
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Tenjin-Sama, Shinto Deity of Learning and Wisdom, Meiji Period Tenjin,-Sama, Deification of Sugawara no Michizane, was a famous scholar, poet and politician of the Heian period. In...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Early 20th C., Showa, A Pair of Japanese Bronze Standing Birds with Artist Sign
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of Japanese bronze standing birds on the stand with artist sign. Artist signature is on the last photo. Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th Century Size of birds only: Heigh...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Asian Sculptures and Carvings for Your Home Decor

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.

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