Asian Sculptures and Carvings

Vintage Seiya style cast and patinated bronze okimono model of a seated cat with collar and bell - featuring a fine casting with excellent chased details to all sides, including the ...

This is thought to be a kibana lion from the middle to late Edo period. A kibana is a wood carving found on Japanese shrine and temple buildings. In traditional Japanese architectur...

A graceful pink rose quartz carved figure of Chinese origin, dating to the early 20th century, is presented on its original carved hardwood base. The sculpture depicts a traditional ...

Hard To Find Design - Extraordinary Craftsmanship Japanese huge over size owl with large ear feathers , 13 inches tall. Signed Japan on its base Please view our video This hands...

This duo -pair -couple bring joy and happiness to you and your garden. This pair are considered to be deities of marriage and fertility. Large work of garden art hand carved in the ...

A beautifully weathered cast iron sculpture of a standing Buddha, created in the late 19th Century to early 20th century in South Asia, likely Sri Lanka. The Buddha is depicted drape...

A monumental Japanese antique pair of Shinto Shrine kitsune fox guardians, hand carved in solid granite. A pair (2) that is rarely available. Please view our custom video for your...

Japanese Large 24" Tall Patinated Bronze Temple Bell With A Resonating Sound Guaranteed to Please You The engarved double signature with patron notations, and pleasing natural gree...

An Exceptionally Large Vintage Naruko Kokeshi by Hatsuki Sugawara. The tall figure is composed of a slightly tapered cylindrical body with a rounded shoulder, a large head and an unu...

This is a pair of pottery Komainu (guardian lion-dogs) believed to have been made during the Edo period, in the area around present-day Aichi Prefecture, Japan. Komainu are mythical...

This is an antique Japanese stone sculpture of a snake. Carved simply from a single piece of stone, it depicts a snake coiled several times wi...

A magnificent antique Chinese pair of carved guardian lions, or Foo Dogs, finely worked from exceptionally attractive celadon-green serpentine jade, each presented on a carved fitted...

Antique Chinese Canton Enamelled Copper Snuff Bottle with Qianlong Mark depicting exotic figures hand painted on both sides.

A Very Fine & Rare Example of a Mariner’s Whale Bone Walking Cane of exceptional quality. First half of the Nineteenth Century, possibly of English origin. The plain ball grip ...

Rare Early Shinto Temple Find This is an incredibly rare and authentic Omikuji (Sacred Fortune Telling) set, dating back to the Late Edo Period. Unlike modern plastic or simple wo...

Rare Hard To Find Design - Extraordinary Craftsmanship- Only One complete with original door Japanese massive over size owl 14 inches tall 9 inches wide. This handsome Japanese o...

An old carved stone object sourced in Japan. Featuring a deeply recessed center and a softly rounded form, the piece exists somewhere between natural formation and human interventio...

Japanese Noh Mask depicting playful , sake loving spirit ,Sho-jo ---- This collection of masks, although unsigned, is attributed to the renowned Noh mask maker Takada Fuki (高田 冨季, ...

Chinese Carved Rose Quartz Archaistic Censer with Guardian Lion Finial, Estate of John Loring of Tiffanys Three pieces: Lid, censer, and Hardwood Carved base Beautifully hand carve...

This is a stone statue of Jizo Bodhisattva, believed to have been created on Sado Island in Niigata Prefecture during the Edo period. On Sado Island, there is a small Jizo hall known as “Nashinoki Jizo,” where numerous stone Buddha statues dedicated by local people since the Edo period are still enshrined today. The sight of these statues, densely covering the ground, conveys the everyday prayers of the people of that time—their heartfelt wishes for children’s growth, recovery from illness, and protection in daily life. Against this background, Jizo worship on Sado Island is closely connected to the concept of “Migawari Jizo,” or substitute Jizo. This belief holds that Jizo takes upon itself the misfortunes and suffering that would otherwise befall people. It was a common practice for people to dedicate Jizo statues...

An ideal garden ornament, sturdy weather proof planter display base or a rock solid all weather stone base for a special sculpture. From China, comes this large 20.5 inch rectangula...

An antique Chinese wall panel dating to the late 19th century, intricately hand-carved in high relief and finished with gilt and polychrome lacquer. The central scene depicts a seate...

This is a wooden **giboshi**, originally attached to the balustrade (koran) of a bridge or architectural structure. A *giboshi* is the ornamental “finial” placed on top of balustrade posts. While metal examples are widely known, there are also rare cases such as this one that were crafted from wood. They were used on bridges, temple and shrine architecture, and gates, serving to create a sense of boundary and dignity within a space. The design is said to originate from the image of the *hoju* (sacred wish-fulfilling jewel) seen in Buddhist architecture and ornamentation. A giboshi is not merely decorative; it has been regarded as a symbolic element that protects and spiritually defines a place. Based on its form and texture, this piece is estimated to date from the late Edo period to the Meiji period. Judging from the material quality, it is likely made from a dense hardwood, possibly zelkova (keyaki). Having been exposed to wind and rain for many years, the surface has developed a deeply weathered and dried expression. The parched wood grain, raised fibers, and naturally formed cracks all speak to the accumulation of time, giving the piece a sculptural presence. The rounded cap flowing into the strong vertical lines of the body creates a beautiful proportion—folk in spirit, yet somewhat primitive in character. This weathered texture should not be seen as deterioration, but rather as a beauty completed through the passage of time. Its quiet presence evokes wabi-sabi—an expression that cannot be reproduced through modern processing, but only formed by authentic aging. The size strikes an exquisite balance—neither too large nor too small. While easy to place, it creates a strong visual anchor within a space. Simply placing it alone on a shelf or sideboard gives it the presence of a sculptural object. In an entryway or alcove, it becomes a quiet symbolic accent. Positioned against a white or concrete wall, the contrast of materials becomes striking; paired with reclaimed wood furniture...

A small stone statue of Jizo Bosatsu. This piece is believed to have been created in the late Edo period (18th–19th century). Standing approximately 17 cm in height, it is small eno...

Antique Chinese Hand Carved Myanmar Natural Jadeite Snuff Bottle in a fitted box depicting Chilin, Phoenix and pine trees with deep carving through out. The colors appear to be Green...

An early 20th century Chinese soapstone carving of Immortal Lan Caihe. 4 ¼ inches wide by 2 ½ inches deep by 8 inches tall Very good condition.

Japan, a handsome and large natural organic shaped stone water basin planter -tsukubai- created from a natural granite mountain boulder and sourced from...

A zushi is a small wooden cabinet with doors, traditionally used in Japan to house a Buddhist statue or ritual object. When most people picture a zushi, they imagine a formal piece k...

A Very Fine Quality Chinese Export Hand Carved Religous Pagoda of traditional architectural form and generous proportions, late Nineteenth Century. The overall structure beautifull...

Glistening and glazed ceramic form gold fish bowl or planter comes complete with its original hardwood display stand which perfectly complements this pl...

This is a seated stone Buddha statue believed to have been made in China. While its date of creation is unclear, the weathering of the stone surface, surface wear, and texture formed...

Antique Wooden Mechanical Component (Possibly Watermill / Agricultural Machinery Part) Japan, Late Meiji to Early Showa Period (circa 1900–1930) A cylindrical wooden structure reinf...

A finely cast Japanese bronze figural incense burner, or koro, depicting the celebrated Chinese poet and scholar Su Dongpo, known in Japan as Tōba, riding upon his mule. Japan, Meiji...

This is a striking vintage Japanese cast bronze vase (chudo kabin) crafted by the metal artist Houn (峰雲). It comes complete with its original signed wooden box (tomobako) and an info...

Mutton Fat jade amulet carving on elaborate hardwood stand - the hand carved jade with pierced scrolling vines and solid base and central column - the ...

Rare Bronze Antique Fire Bell With Unique Family History And Provenance One of a kind fine bronze "Hansho" fire bell . This rare bell was used by t...

A beautiful and serene wood and gilt Japanese Amida Nyorai Buddha on display stand/alar (the stand and buddha are attached together) Meticulously hand carved in fine detail (see han...

Buddha figure from Siam (present-day Thailand), dated to the second half of the 19th century. Seated in meditation on a throne in the classic bhumisparsha mudra, also known as the “...

A tall and rare treasure This is a beautiful example of an old white antique Chinese Taihu viewing stone or scholar rock mounted in a custom hand-carved hard wood base. Dimensions:...

This is an antique Japanese stone carving of a frog, believed to date from the Meiji to Taisho period (circa 1868–1926). Hand-carved from stone,...

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...

Thai Rattanakosin-Era Carved and Gilded Throne Side Panels Ornately carved panels with gilding from Thailand. The central portion of these panels depict...

An exceptionally detailed and dynamic Chinese dragon sculpture, intricately hand-carved from a single, substantial block of richly variegate...

Rare Vietnamese Gilt & Polychrome Carved Teakwood Buddha Seated on Lotus Throne, ca. 1850 Origin: Vietnam Period: 19th Century, circa 1850 Material: Carved teakwood with gilt and po...

A truly beautiful, wonderfully aged, engaging mask fragment made for Japanese Noh theater. The naturally faded beauty and unique character drew us to this mask immediately. The mas...

Large Vintage Japanese Naruko Kokeshi by Masa Kumagai. A turned hardwood traditional folk art originating from the vicinity of the hot spring, Naruko onsen. The highly collectible s...

A Chinese lion and monkey opium pipe of carved stone with plated mounts. Decorated with a lion head, dragon and phoenix with monkey figural on the spout. Seal mark on the underside. ...

From our recent Japanese acquisitions and coming from a Japanese collector of rabbit usagi sculptures Rabbit family trio (3) seated rabbit sculptures hand cast and hand painted This is an unusual Japanese one-of-a-kind group in both large and small scale Quality: Hand cast with carved ears...

Japan an important 84" Tall life-size sculpture of "Male Reborn" by midcentury master sculptor Koga Tadao (Meiji 36 (1903) to Showa 54 (1979). For further...

From our recent Japanese Acquisitions Travels comes one of the most elusive Japanese stone antique lanterns ,Ikekomi doro Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your outdoor g...

Antique Chinese Carved Hetain White/Celadon Jade "The Monkey Family" 3 monkeys, father, mother, and kid. They are pulling a lot of coins into a giant bag—good use of russet skin colo...

This is hand-carved loverly jadeite with a color of light blue. It's an oval shape and almost round. You may think it's a pendant, but in reality is a 360° carving with a Monkey ridi...

The Form No. 9 of the Vrksa Series of works demonstrates the flow of wood; the emerging and the reduction of wood while retaining an organic form, creating a spectacle of shadows whe...

Museum-Quality Japanese Bronze Buddhist "Kyozutsu" Sutra Flower Vase Container  Signed by Kurose Soko With original signed wooden box tomobako and protective cardboard outer carton...

Aniconic stone weight, Bactria, Central Asia or Asia Minor These egg-shaped marble sculptures are mysterious in function, thought variously to be counter-weights or perhaps ritual i...

multi dimensional hand carved and hand painted wall hanging Depicting a Chinese Dynasty Emperor and Empress. Vivid detailed stone carving of the two looking forward in grace Except...

A lovely antique Japanese hand-painted six-panel folding screen byobu- conceived in an attractive birds, trees, and blue waters motif. Likely given as a wedding gift , this appropr...

A magnificent Mountain "Double Peak" - Chinese extraordinary natural marble stone painting of a mythical mountain landscape called a dream stone Shih-hua. It is a large monumental...

This stone Buddha sculpture, believed to date back to the early Edo period or earlier, depicts Jizo Bosatsu in a seated pose. Crafted from granite, it showcases the natural effects ...

Presenting a beautiful large vintage Japanese bronzed sculpture of Toba on his Mule. Some might say ‘Monumental’ .. being 34 inches tall ...