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A Fine White Jade Ink Cake Stand. Qing Dynasty, 19TH C
Located in London, GB
A WHITE JADE INK CAKE STAND ,QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY Carved in the shape of a wood stand with a rectangular upper surface hand carved in low relief with a seven monkeys in diffe...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Japanese Antique Stone Fudo Myoo Buddha- Hard To Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
An excellent garden or indoor sculptural choice. An old circa early 20th century Japanese stone Buddha of Fudo Myoo. A charming stone Buddha with a solemn but cheerful face that pos...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Japan Rare Hand Carved Stone Inari Fox Kitsune, Old Inari Shrine
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a fine smaller hand carved stone Inari fox kitsune carved in a handsome simple manner, Showa period. Dimensions: 12inches tall and 8.5 inches long Provenance: Private Tokyo ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Japanese Imperial Tang Dynasty Style Cast Bronze Horse Figure Statue Sculpture
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid 20th Century Tang Dynasty style Horse Figure. Made from Cast bronze with lovely patina. Comes with wooden stand. Marked Japan along the base. Dimensions: 12" x 4.5" x 10.25" (L...
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Mid-20th Century Tang Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Celadon Stone Bi Disc
Located in Chicago, IL
Found in the tombs of ancient Chinese emperors and aristocrats, bi discs such as this have a mysterious and spiritual history, and their function and significance remain uncertain. T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone, Steel

Antique Japanese Wooden Nestuke 'Crab' 1900s 'Gyokuseki' Meiji Era
Located in Paris, FR
This is an antique netsuke made in Japan around meiji period 1900s. This netsuke was made by a netsuke artist 'Gyokuseki' (you can see his signature on the bottom of this crab.) Net...
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Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Jade Finely Carved Libation Cup, early Qing Dynasty.
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinese light celadon jade libation cup from early Qing dynasty. Very fine carving and decoration.
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18th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Ming Dynasty Polychromed Grey Stone Standing Buddha, Museum Mounted
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Ming Dynasty Polychromed Grey Stone Standing Buddha, Museum Mounted 29.5 h 31h 10 w x 7 d Base 9.25/7.5 deep (1368-1644) A Polychromed Grey ...
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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Ming Dynasty Stone Guardian Statue, China, 17th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ming Dynasty stone foo dog from the revered Beijing Summer Palace, dating back to the end of the 17th century. This magnificent sculpture depicts a powerful lion, imbued with the myt...
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Late 17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Pair Of Japanese Bronze Frog Sculptures
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of Japanese Bronze Frog Sculptures. Our large Japanese bronze frog statues or sculptures will make a lovely addition to your garden room or atrium or entrance hall. Frogs, are c...
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1940s Japanese Other Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Vintage Chinese Jade Precious Stone Bonsai Tree Sculpture, Cloisonné Planter
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Chinese Jade Precious Stone Bonsai Tree Sculpture, Cloisonné Planter Offered for sale is a vintage Chinese Jade and other semi-precious stones Bonsai tree in a gilt planter....
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1970s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade, Copper, Enamel

Vintage Burmese Reclining Buddha, Carved, Lacquered and Gilt Wood, circa 1970's
Located in Austin, TX
A charming vintage Burmese Mandalay Style carved, lacquered, and gilt wood figure of a reclining Buddha, 1970's, Burma. The delightful Buddha figure is portrayed resting comfortably...
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1970s Burmese Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

16th Century Lost Wax Cast Bronze Venugopala Form of Krishna, India
Located in Point Richmond, CA
16th century lost wax cast bronze Venugopala form of Krishna, India The Venugopala form of Krishna playing the flute is to Vaishnavite iconography what Nataraja is to the Shaivites:...
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16th Century Indian Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Chinese Tortoise Shell Finely Carved Box Canton 1840
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinese tortoise shell finely carved box, Canton circ 1840, The box is carved with court scenes on both top and bottom. Finely executed edge with greek key pattern and scenes. THIS I...
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1840s Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Tortoise Shell

Chinese Tortoise Shell Carved Box with Inset Jade Butterfly and Gourd Carving.
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinese tortoise shell box set with jade carving of gourds and butterfly. Gourds symbolize fertility. The box has internal mirror. THIS ITEM CANNOT BE SHIPPED OUTSIDE US.
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1890s Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Chinse Jade Basketweave Pattern Teapot early Qing Dynasty/
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinese nephrite jade teapot compressed globular form, with S-shaped spout and C-shaped handle. The body decorated with hand carved fine basketweave pattern. The domed cover with a b...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Chinese Ming Dynasty Architectural Terracotta Roof Tile Figure Qilin Foo Dog pr
Located in Forney, TX
A remarkable pair of large Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) earthenware Imperial roof decorations - ornamental architectural terracotta roof tile beasts. 15th/16th century or earlier, North...
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16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Earthenware, Terracotta

Japanese Porcelain White Manekineko Cat Object Piggy Bank 1980s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a vintage piggy bank of manekineko cat. It is made with porcelain and it was made around 1980s in Showa era. The maneki-neko is a common Japanes...
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1980s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Porcelain

White Ceremonial Granite Bi Disc
Located in Somis, CA
The Bi was a traditional ceremonial scepter used by the Chinese Emperors to connect with the Heavenly Gods. A symbol of unity and holistic harmony, it was used in ancient celestial c...
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20th Century Chinese Prehistoric Sculptures and Carvings

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Granite, Steel

Antique Brass Tibetan Tara Buddhist Goddess Statue
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Brass Tibetan Tara Buddhist Goddess Statue In the Himalayan region, especially in Tibet and Nepal, Tara's status is more that of a supreme goddess or female buddha than a b...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass

Vintage Carved & Painted Wood Seated Deity
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage hand carved and painted seated deity. Very nice details and pastel colorations.
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20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japan Large Antique Bronze Seated Garden Kanon Guan-Yin, 49 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions- a good garden candidate Japan, a large 49" tall antique cast bronze seated Kanon Maitreya, Guan-Yin in an attractive pensive pose- a good gard...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Bronze Sculpture with Brown Patina, Signed Gia-Loï, 20th Century Vietnames.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Bronze sculpture with brown patina, signed Gia-Loï, early 20th century Vietnamese work. Bronze sculpture, signed Gia-Loï, Vietnamese work from the early 20th century, lacquered wood...
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Early 20th Century Vietnamese Art Nouveau Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese antique stone Buddha "Fudo Myoo"/1700-1800/Edo period/Garden ornament
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese stone Buddha made in the late Edo period. This stone Buddha is a Buddha statue called Fudo Myoo. Fudo Myoo is a Buddhist statue that has been popular in Japan...
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Chinese Jade Top Matchbox Holder, c. 1930
Located in Chicago, IL
With vintage charm and petite scale, this Chinese matchbox holder features an openwork jade lid carved to depict flowers and foliage in translucent green. The jade panel is removable...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade, Brass

Medieval Stone Bust of an Angel, Germany
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Early 15th Century Gothic Volcanic Stone Bust of a Youth or Angel. Germany, circa 1400 from the “Weckshapp” of a medieval wall surrounding the city of Cologne (built in 1400). Hand-...
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15th Century and Earlier German Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Martin Brothers Miniature Bird
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
5462 Rare Martin Brothers Miniature Bird by Robert Wallace Martin. The Cobalt Glazed Bird stands with wings tucked in and a quizzical / curious expression. 8cm high, Dated 1913
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Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Stoneware

Japanese Birds, Bamboo, And Plum Tree Summer Time Screen
Located in South Burlington, VT
Just acquired in Kyoto, Japan A suumer time treat as this rendered smaller scale Japanese six-panel folding screen byobu was conceived in this convenient size 18 inches high and 4...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Paper

Large Japanese Miayo Bronze figure of Benkei holding a bell. 71cm
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A large and impressive fine quality Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Miyao Bronze figure depicting Benkiei holding a bell above his head, having a wonderful original patination with...
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19th Century Japanese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Rare Old Pair Tall Trellis Flower Garden Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
Handsome examples- first of this design we have seen. Fine quality with original rustic garden patina. A special and unique matching pair of tallest old "trellis" design lanter...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Andrianna Shamaris Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved merbau wood panel from Lampung, Sumatra. We have a collection in various sizes. Please inquire. The size and price reflect the one shown. Stunning on both sides. ...
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1930s Primitive Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Japan Pair Tall Beautiful Blue Garden Lanterns With Lovely Iris Flowers
Located in South Burlington, VT
A handsome quality pair (2) of original blue hand painted sturdy old "Iris, Flowers & Vines" tea garden lanterns in a convenient portable size. May be suspended from loops or instal...
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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Meiji Period Carved Wood Okimono Man with Rabbits
Located in Newark, England
The charming figure, carved from a single piece of wood is exceptionally carved showing the male figure with humorous expression holding two Rabbits one by the ears and the second under his arm. A third Rabbit stands at the feet of the male looking up, each rabbit with a different expression. The male figure is wearing traditional Japanese attire with his hair tied back stood upon a naturalistic base. The figure dates to the Meiji Period (1868-1912) circa 1900. Notes The Rabbit is one of the 12 animals to feature in the Japanese Zodiac signs which follows the Chinese astrological system along with the Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig. Such division is connected with the Jupiter cycle around the Sun, which lasts about 12 years. As 2023 is the year of the Rabbit...
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Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Reclining Fu Dog Guardian Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-carved from a single block of limestone, this stone sculpture depicts a reclining mythical fu dog lion. Also known as shizi, fu lions such as this were traditionally placed besi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Limestone

Japanese Rare Antique Scroll of Waka Heart Poem Famous Rengetsu Otagaki, signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a rare paper scroll hand painted by renown Rengetsu Otagaki (1791-1875). She was a very famous nun in old Japan and being familiar with poetry, her Waka poems on paper, and e...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Paper

Antique Chinese Red Hand Painted Elm Ancestral Shrine / Altar
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Chinese Red Hand Painted Elm Ancestral Shrine / Altar Made from durable elm wood, this altar features intricate hand-painted designs in vibrant red hues. With its traditiona...
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Early 1900s Chinese Rustic Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Elm, Lacquer

LARGE DECORATIVE VINTAGE MiD CENTURY HAND CARVED CHINESE LION FOO DOG STATUE
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely, vintage hand carved Chinese Foo Lion Dog statue with original pa...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Green Glazed Foo Lions, Near Pair, Late 19th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A charming near pair of Chinese green glazed foo lion joss stick holders, late 19th century, China. The delightful foo lions, also referred to as foo dogs, crafted as joss (incens...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stoneware

Japanese Antique Classic Sun And Moon Garden Lantern, Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japanese Classic Garden "Sun And Moon" Lantern With Cicada On Handle - Hard To Find, Signed Japan, unusual large antique lantern design in an attractive craftsmen form perforated pa...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Copper

Antique Chinese Pair of Hardstone Figural Foo Dog Ink Stamps C1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Pair of Chinese Hardstone Figural Foo Dog Ink Stamps C1930 Measures - 7.5"H x 2.25"W x 2.25"D
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Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

15th century Very special antique Tibetan Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The early antique bronze Thai Buddha statue is a captivating and historically significant artifact originating from Tibet. Crafted from bronze, this statue stands at 19.6 cm in heigh...
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16th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Door knob mdoel "Milà no.4" by Antoni Polished Brass Gaudi 20th Century Design
Located in Barcelona, ES
Solid cast brass with polished finish. Antoni Gaudí (1852 - 1926) is among the most internationally famous Spanish architects, his unorthodox approach is still considered ground-bre...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Carved Stone Lions
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
An unusual pair of Chinese carved Stone models of lions, each depicted with opposing heads and seated on lotus bases. In good condition and retaining a nicely weathered surface. Circ...
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1880s Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Antique Balinese Hammered Bronze Saddled Elephant Plant-Stand/Cocktail Table - S
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Balinese Finely Detailed Patina Hammered Bronze Saddled Elephant Plant-Stand/Cocktail Table - Set of 3 Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this set of three antique...
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Late 19th Century Balinese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

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 of 2 This set of two antique monumental Chinese Quan-Yin sitting mandorla carved ...
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1940s Chinese Other Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Paint

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 Sculptures - Set of 2 Enhance your home decor with this exquisite set of antique Burmes...
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19th Century Burmese Rustic Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Glass, Wood, Lacquer

Asian Carved Rosewood Standing Buddha or Wise Man Figure C1940
Located in Big Flats, NY
Asian Hand-Carved Rosewood Standing Buddha or Wise Man Figure C1940 Measures - 16.75"H x 7"W x 6.75"D
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Early 20th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings

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Rosewood

Japanese antique small stone Buddha "Jizo Bodhisattva"/1750-1850/Rare design
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a small stone Buddha made after the middle of the Edo period in Japan. It is a type of Buddha statue called Jizo in Japan, and is one of the bodhisattvas in the world of Budd...
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Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Japan 1890 Meiji Carved Figure of Fortune God Daikoku As a Farmer With Coins
Located in Miami, FL
A Japanese carved sculpture of Daikoku. Magnificent sculpture of the god of the fortune Daikoku, created in Japan during the Meiji period, circa 1890. The carving depicts the Japane...
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1890s Japanese Meiji Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Ivory

Japaneses pair of Golden metal Lotus Flowers in Temple black lacquered vases
By Dynasty Transorient
Located in Valladolid, ES
Spectacular pair of temple vases filled with golden lotus flowers. This set is called "Jyôka" and is placed on or next to an altar in a Buddhist temple. Made with meticulous techniqu...
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1970s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Gold Plate, Brass

Set of 5 glass Objects from South East Asia
Located in Schellebelle, BE
An unique collection of 5 round Glass objects from South-East-Asia, Thailand,1970ies, these utensils were used in the production of Jewelry, to polish and produce jewelry, the object...
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Late 20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Cut Glass

Set of four Chinese panels with hard stones and jade inset in carved frames
Located in Houston, TX
Set of four excellent panels in wood carved frames with semi precious Stones of jade, coral and a combination of other hard stones The carving is of the highest quality and the con...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Set of 3 Objects in Glass from South-East -Asia
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Exceptional set of 3 rectangular objects made out of Glass, from the Thailand region in South-East-Asia, these objects made out of Green Glass were used in the handmade production of...
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1970s Thai Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Cut Glass

Gandharan Stucco Head of a Bodhisattva, 3rd-5th Century
Located in Stamford, CT
Stucco head of a Bodhisattva, Gandhara, 3rd - 5th century AD. Mounted on a custom made brass base. 12 inches high ( head alone 8.2 in ) 5.5 wide 5 deep Provanance: Ex Sotheby's, old...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stucco

Antique Chinese Deep Carved Rosewood Figural King Throne Chair with Dragons 1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Chinese Deeply Carved Rosewood Figural King Throne Chair with Dragons C1920 Measures - 48.25"H x 29"W x 25"D
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Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Rosewood

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 Sculptures - Set of 2 Showcasing intricate detailing and craftsmanship, this exquisite pair...
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19th Century Burmese Rustic Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Glass, Wood, Lacquer

Carved wood, painted and decorated HOLY COW and trinket box - India, circa 1910
Located in TEYJAT, FR
A colourful carved wood, painted and decorated Holy cow and trinket box - India, circa 1910. Naively carved and painted with a sliding wooden lid to the box. Some shrinkage cracks a...
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20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japan Antique Kasuga "Deer" Granite Stone Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
Call or Contact Us For Details An antique classsic beauty with all original pieces. Japan, a fine tall kasuga "deer" granite stone lantern with beautifully engraved designs incl...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Granite

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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