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Antique Chinese Carved Moss Agate Cups Qilin Handles Hardwood Stands Qing 18/19c
Located in Richmond, CA
A fine garniture pair of Chinese moss agate carved cups, sides flanked with Qilin handles, relief carved raised grain patterns to exterior of body, thinly lipped mouth ring, and on o...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Agate

18th century Special antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This Special antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue is a truly unique and special collectible piece. Standing at 114,5 cm high, 40,5 cm wide and 24 cm deep, it is made of wood and it w...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Stone Object medium / wabi-sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese stone object. This stone object has a beautiful black and beige gradation. An art object that gives you a sense of wabi-sabi. 6kg
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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Japonisme Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Japanese Stone Object “TAMARI-ISHI” / wabi-sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
A stone object called "TAMARI-ISHI" in Japan that collects water in a hole. This has a beautiful matte black look. A beautiful sculpture created by nature. An art object that gives y...
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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Japonisme Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

18th century Antique wooden Burmese Monk statue - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The Antique wooden Burmese Monk statue is a remarkable and spiritually significant artifact originating from Burma. Crafted from wood and gilded with 24-ka...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Justine Mahoney - Majesty
Located in Capetown, ZA
Majesty forms part of Justine Mahoney’s Mage series. The body of work explores the tumult and transformation universally experienced in the period between adolescence and adulthood. ...
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2010s Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze, Enamel

Japanese Large Hand Cast Prize Holstein Cow Lantern, Rare Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition First we have seen Japan, a magnificent original large black and white holstein prized cow in the form of an antique lan...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Pair of Vintage Gold-Plated Bookends Rams Heads by Jaru
By Jaru
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Vintage Large Solid 18KT Gold Plated Ceramic Rams Head Sculptures, Bookends by Jaru, Hollywood Regency Style
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Late 20th Century American Sculptures and Carvings

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Gold

Taoist dignitary statue or ancestor reliquary - lacquered wood - China Qing 18th
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very beautiful Taoist statue in polychrome and gold lacquered wood. It is carved from solid wood, with hand-painted details and embossed ornaments on the clothing. This Statuette ma...
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

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 dragon with a brave face is carved with two raised eyebrows. It is thought that it wa...
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20th Century Japanese Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Chinese Jade Jadeite / Nephrite Pendant finely hand carved dragon, 19th C Qing
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good Chinese Jade, Jadeite / Nephrite stone pendant that we date to the early 19th Century, Qing period. The jade has various colours within the stone, mainly a very...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Serpentine jade group, China, late 19th century
Located in Monza, IT
Serpentine jade group, China, late 19th century Ancient Chinese statue made of serpentine jade, high quality finishes and details, no deficiencies can be seen. Excellent condition, a...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Buddha - A very large bronze figure of Sho Kannon. Japan, Meiji period 1868-1912
Located in TOULON, FR
Standing on a double lotus above an octagonal pedestal, holding a lotus bud and leaf in the left hand, the right hand hangs down in varadamudra, the shawl covers the shoulders and cr...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Old Australian Aboriginal Peoples Throwing Club
Located in South Burlington, VT
A monumental Australian aboriginal throwing club, crafted from a very hard wood and it dates to the early 20th century. Incised longitudinal fluted design with a pitch coated handle. Condition: Very good condition. Display base not included. Dimensions: 26.5 inches in length. Lifetime guarantee of authenticity: All of our works of art come with our lifetime authenticity guarantee. Red base not included. History: The throwing stick...
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Early 20th Century Australian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Large wooden sculpture horse, India, 19th/20th century
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Large decorative Indian Hindu woodcarving depicting a horse with an attendant (possibly shiva), used for processions. Polychrome woodcarving. In fair condition, some cracks in the w...
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Early 20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Black Stone Object with Buddha shape / wabi-sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese stone object. A black glossy stone object that resembles the shape of a Buddha. A beautiful sculpture created by nature. An art object that gives you a sense ...
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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Japonisme Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Chinese Polychrome Harmony Fish, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this large koi sculpture is a traditional symbol of harmony and luck. For Buddhists, such a fish represents a freedom from all restraints. Much of t...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Pine

Taoist dignitary statue - ancestor reliquary - lacquered wood - China Qing 19th
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Superb old Taoist statue in polychrome and gold lacquered wood, representing a Dignitary seated on a throne, armchair. It is carved from solid wood, with hand-painted details and emb...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

18th century Special antique bronze Burmese Shan Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Special antique bronze Burmese Shan Buddha Material : bronze 62 cm high 18,6 cm wide and 18,3 cm deep Shan (Tai Yai) style Vitarka mudra 18th century With inscriptions in the base, p...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Big Pair Iris and Flower Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
A decorative and functional hard to find pair (2) of handsome old "Iris and Flowers" garden lanterns in a convenient portable size. These rugged hand cast lanterns hand painted i...
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20th Century Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japan Complete Antique Five Bells Set Red Birds And Flowers, Beautiful Sound
Located in South Burlington, VT
Beautiful resonant chiming sound guaranteed to please you From Japan, a lovely and unusual early 20th century attached collection of five graduated large to small scale bronze temple bells hand painted engraved with birds and flowers on a red patina ground- all suspended from a sturdy cord with a later added cinnabar round good luck ornament and tassel. Early Taisho Period Complete set bells when suspended top of loop to bottom of tassel/ornament, 36". Bell diameters from 3.25" to 6". The delicate mystical birds and flowers and cloud like designswith a rim diaper pattern edge decoration suggest a joyful, spiritual and harmonious natural ambience. This is a handcrafted group is accompanied with a Japanese hardwood striker. These unusual hand painted bells with their fine old original and attractive patina make this special string of bells an unusual opportunity and deserving consideration for your special indoor, meditation or garden space. The Clouds: "Kumo"- a decorative pattern -linked with the admiration for nature – with the classical meaning of clouds: hope, impermanence, omen, proximity to Gods. Dimensions: Largest bell 6 inches diameter and 3.5 inches high ; Smallest bell 3.25 inches diameter. and 2 inches high Provenance: The bells come from an old Asian collection...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

18th century Antique bronze Lotus Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Antique bronze Lotus Buddha statue Material : bronze 21,3 cm high 18,4 cm wide and 11,3 cm deep Is also being called "Dakhina Sakkha Buddha" Shan (Tai Yai) style Bhumisparsha mudra 18th century With aquatic plants and animals at the bottom, referring that Buddhism in Burma came from across the sea...
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18th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Antique A Tibetan Benba Pot, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A Tibetan handmade pot with the spout being a head with wire work and mounted jewelry stones overall. It can be disassembled in pieces and put back together again. 12 1/2 inches High.
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19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone, Brass

Large Chinese Natural Untreated Jadeite Foo Dog Lion Seal Stone Carving w Stand
Located in Richmond, CA
This modern Chinese jadeite seal stone, standing at an impressive 8 inches on its stand, is a remarkable piece of artistry, showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship associated with contemporary Chinese jade carving...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Vintage Carved Wood Seated Buddha
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage hand carved seated Buddha Figure. A very well done piece.
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20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Mahogany

Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Teak Wood Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Minimalist sculpture hand carved from a single block of century old teak wood. Finished with a natural oil revealing the beautiful wood grain. Set on a modern black metal stand 12” x...
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1920s Organic Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

Antique bronze Opium Weight from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : bronze 6,5 cm high 4,6 cm wide and 5 cm deep 18th century Weight: 305 grams Originating from Burma Nr: G-57
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Antique Playful Rabbit Family Amidst Flowers Two Panel Screen
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a small and unusual two panel tea screen of four playful rabbits amidst pink and white flowers in, byōbu. It dates to the Taisho period. Dimensions: 41 inches high and 56 i...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Silk, Wood

Large Pair of Antique Style Bronze Thai Praying Buddhas
Located in Stamford, CT
Large pair of antique style bronze Thai kneeling and praying Buddhas. Intricate detail, gilt head piece. Probably mid 20th century.
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Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

19th century Antique Burmese bronze Mandalay Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This 19th century Antique Burmese bronze Mandalay Buddha is a truly unique and special collectible piece. Standing at 57,5 cm high, 46,5 cm wide, and 27,5 cm deep, it is made of bron...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Large Rose Quartz Ganesh Statue 5 lb
Located in Somis, CA
Crafted from the finest grade natural rose quartz sourced from Madagascar, this fine 5.15-lb statue of Ganesh is meticulously hand carved by an Indian artisan, with every detail exud...
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Late 20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Rose Quartz

Japanese Antique 15th Century Wood Carving Buddha's Hand / Sculpture Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old carved wooden Buddha hand made in Japan. It is a wood carving from the Muromachi period (1336s-1573s). The material is cedar wood. It has a very beautiful withere...
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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Cedar

Meiji Period High Quality Japanese Bronze Vase by Yoshida Zo
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a GORGEOUS and EXTREMELY RARE Meiji Period High Quality Japanese Bronze Vase by Yoshida Zo. Made in Kyoto, Japan circa 1885, by the famous bronze sculptor, Yoshida Zo. I...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Archaistic Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass, Bronze

Japanese Rare Antique Red Kurama Stone Spirit Lantern, One-of-a-Kind
Located in South Burlington, VT
Best In Class From our recent Japanese acquisitions travels. This unusual hard to find old Japanese red kurama stone lantern is known as an Obakedouro "Spirit lantern...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

1920’s Green Japanese Porcelain Parrot
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Beautiful 1920’s prewar porcelain Japanese Parrot in rich green and shades of pink colors. Piece is stamped on bottom Hand-painted,very detailed with ...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

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Porcelain

Japanese bronze okimono turtle (sculpture)
Located in PARIS, FR
Okimono sculpture of a bronze turtle, tail retractable. In Japan, the turtle (kame) is a symbol of longevity and an auspicious animal. It is believed to bring ten thousand years of h...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Middle 20th century Beautiful old marble Ganesha from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : marble 58,5 cm high 30,5 cm wide and 14 cm deep Middle 20th century Very high quality ! Weight: 15,13 kgs Originating from India Nr: 3726-4
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Mid-20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

Antique Victorian Vintage Chinese Ivory Bovine Walking Stick Cane Carved Dragon
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An Exceptionally Fine Example of a Chinese Export Hand Carved Bovine Ivory Walking Stick of small proportions, last quarter of the Nineteenth Centu...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Horn, Ebony

Japanese bronze okimono Jizai Praying Mantis (articulated sculpture)
Located in PARIS, FR
Jizai okimono sculpture of an articulated bronze praying mantis. Insects (mushi) play an important role in Japanese culture. Insect hunting is a popular pastime, especially among chi...
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

19th century Antique wooden Burmese Lotus Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : wood 8,2 cm high 6,1 cm wide and 4,5 cm deep Gilded with 24 krt. gold Bhumisparsha mudra 19th century Weight: 60 grams Originating from Burma Nr: 2833-2
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese large round bronze hare Meiji era
Located in PARIS, FR
Round hare in bronze with a dark brown patina, standing on two legs. In Japanese, the hare and the rabbit are referred to by a single word: usagi. The animal is one of the twelve an...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Door knob in solid brass model "Milà no.1" by Antoni Gaudi 20th century Spanish
Located in Barcelona, ES
Solid cast brass with polished finish. A company that has always attributed such great importance to the author of the designs could never forget the great figures in history. That is why the BD catalogue of contemporary creations has always included those by admired classical masters. Antoni Gaudí (1852/1926) is, without doubt, the most internationally well-known Spanish architect. But is not only his buildings and brilliant architectural solutions that have travelled the globe. His integrated conception of architecture led him to pay attention, not only to structural calculations, but also to all the decorative elements, including furniture, that would form part of the building. The admiration felt by modern designers for the furniture designed by Gaudí has not gone unnoticed by BD which was the first company to rescue them from history by embarking on their serial production using...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass

Thai Polychrome Dancer Figure, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This seated figure of a Thai dancer dates to the early 20th century and is a fantastic example of Southeast Asian statuary. Comprised of polychromed wood with lacquer and mixed-media...
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Early 20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

China Colección Figure Cárcel Rose Quartz Rock Crystal
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
China Colección Figure Cárcel Rose Quartz Rock Crystal Beautiful rose quartz figure of a seated Chinese lady, she seems to be caressing the head of...
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20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Quartz

Japanese Meiji era chestnut netsuke
Located in PARIS, FR
Wooden netsuke featuring a group of three chestnuts. One of them reveals a tiny hole and the head of a small worm in bone inlay, offering a very naturalistic representation. Chestnu...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Boxwood

Old standing marble statue of Vishnu from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : marble 52,8 cm high 23,5 cm wide and 10,5 cm deep Middle 20th century Weight: 10,92 kgs Originating from India Nr: 3725-2
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Mid-20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

China Pair Antique Hand Carved Stone Pedestals 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
Hard to Find Pair from the 19th Century From China's Qing dynasty (1644-1912) a hard to find pair (2) of limestone finely carved pedestals - perfect for displaying your indoor or o...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone, Limestone

Japanese Old Stone "Elderly Priest" / Sculpture Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Since ancient times, people have created and passed down necessary tools from familiar materials to survive in the severe struggle against nature, and have nurtured a lifestyle cultu...
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1970s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Japanese old wooden carved crane object/20th century/Wabi-Sabi ornament
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese wooden crane figurine. It is made using the roots of trees, so you can feel the vitality of natural wood. It uses the shape of n...
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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th century Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : wood 10,6 cm high 7,8 cm wide and 6 cm deep Gilded with 24 krt. gold Mandalay style Bhumisparsha mudra 19th century Weight: 117 grams Originating from Burma Nr: 2530-11
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Soapstone Hand-Carved Bust of Brahma with Four Faces
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This bust is a beautiful representation of lord Brahma. Brahma is a part of the holy trinity of Hinduism along with Vishnu the Preserver and Shiva the destroyer. He is depicted in Hi...
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20th Century Thai Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Japanese small round bronze hare Meiji era
Located in PARIS, FR
Small round hare in bronze with dark brown patina, standing on its four legs. In Japanese, the hare and the rabbit are referred to by a single word: usagi. The animal is one of the t...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Chinese Vintage Stone Pier Sculpture, Garden Decoration
Located in 景德镇市, CN
This Chinese Vintage Stone Pier Sculpture is a truly unique and special collectible piece, also good for Garden Decoration . Blue stone hand carving, excellent craftsmanship, animal ...
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19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Set of 6 antique bronze Opium Weights from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : bronze 6 cm high 4,2 cm wide and 4,7 cm deep The given sizes are measured from the largest weight 19th century or older The mentioned weight is the weight of the total set...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

19th Century Cast Bronze Figure Of Oriental Hunter
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century cast bronze figure of an oriental hunter with gilt spear and hawk. The figure stands proudly on a on squared and stepped marble plinth base.
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19th Century Asian Chinoiserie Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Andrianna Shamaris Antique African Headrest
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful hand carved African headrest with lovely patina. Circa 1950. We only select the best. Own an Andrianna Shamaris original. Andrianna Shamaris. The Leader In Modern Organ...
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1950s Organic Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Japanese round shaped rabbits bronze pair Hiroharu Hiramatsu Showa era
By Hiroharu Hiramatsu
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of bronze rabbits running, their legs forming a round shape. Made by Hiroharu Hiramatsu (1896 Hyôgo prefecture – 1971, Fukushima,平松宏春). Specialized in metal art, he is a counci...
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1930s Japanese Japonisme Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Vespa
Located in Baranzate, MI
Vespa designed by Anacleto Spazzapan Materials: Hand-welded iron rods Dimensions: 80,5 x 74 x h 181 cm The sculpture is a Vespa 150 made solely from hand-welded iron rods. Anacleto...
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20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

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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