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How do you identify wood carvings?
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To identify wood carvings, get a magnifying glass and inspect your items. Some artisans marked their carvings with symbols or signed them. Researching any markings found on your carving may allow you to identify the maker who produced it and potentially learn more about the piece from there. If you're unable to find a maker's mark, the best approach is likely to use the services of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of wood carvings.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
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Two Bird on Branch Viechtauer Hand Carved Wood Black Forest Folk Art Austria
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Charming Austrian 20th-century carved wooden bird mounted on its original stand, designed for wall hanging or standing. This delightful folk art piece belongs to the long-standing tr...
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20th Century Austrian Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Gothic sculpted panel in oak from the 16th century, Belgium
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This finely carved wooden panel from Belgium, dating to the 16th century, exemplifies the restrained geometry and rustic elegance of Gothic domestic ornamentation. Hewn from solid oa...
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Antique 16th Century Belgian Gothic Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Oak
Japanese Antique Collection Hand Carved Fishing Octopus Lures Angler's Delight
Located in South Burlington, VT
Anglers Collection eleven (11) Japanese Antique Hand Carved And Signed Wood Octopus Fishing Lures
A museum grouping and a rare Collector Find
An unusual one-of-a-kind find collection consisting of eleven (11) Japanese antique fishing lures...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
Black Forest Folk Art Carved Wood Chamois Head with Real Horns, 19th Century
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A great looking hand carved original wooden Folk Art chamois head wall decoration. A great piece for a suitable ambiance in a trophy room or the office of a Hunter or Woodsman. More ...
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Antique Mid-19th Century German Black Forest Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Vintage American Folk Art Dalmatian
Located in Chicago, IL
This one-of-a-kind American Folk Art Dalmatian is carved from salvaged wood, assembled with cheerful ingenuity, and painted in classic black spots that refuse to behave. His legs are...
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Pair of beautiful Wood Carved Cherub Angel Heads, Vintage German, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A pair beautiful hand carved and hand painted cherub angel Heads, found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany. Made by a woodcarver in the Oberammergau area, this area is well-know...
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Vintage 1960s German Baroque Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
