Antique Bark

The artisan employed the advanced takamaki-e (raised lacquer) technique alongside kirikane (cut gold foil) to meticulously render the ducks' feathers, the rugged tree bark, and the r...

Unusually large 19th century French folk art storage basket. coiled construction with straw and bark. Ca 1890 France.

These make unique great wall art, the iron tops look like barking dogs or howling wolves, or maybe laughing llamas!

Charming folk art nutcracker handcrafted from a solid log of wood, beautifully carved and hollowed while preserving its natural bark. The screw mechanism, also entirely made of wood,...

These tonal shifts articulate the rugged bark of the trunk and branches while also distinguishing the clusters of pine cones and the sprays of needles.

One cow sits on the ground of a rolling hill, while another stands next to it. One tree with white bark stands to the right of cows. Another large tree is seen in the distance, inter...

The viewer grasps the precise moment of this miracle: the bark is cut (detail visible in the center) revealing the ethereal silhouette of Clorinda, whose soul is imprisoned within th...

Materials are carefully chosen for carrying heavy rocks - Handwoven with Akebi vine & birch bark, using a pair of thick bifurcating branch of Nara oak for the main structural fra...

The finish is black cast iron and the copper body has a beautiful verdigris patina. the acorn shaped lens has an interesting tree bark pattern. Even the stamped makers logo is the sa...

Tapa Headdress, Lepau, Santa Cruz Island, East Solomon Islands Paper mulberry tree inner bark, natural dye Late 19th to early 20th century 67.5 by 18 inches (171.4 by 45.7 cm) Ex pri...

Among them are several brilliantly colored hummingbirds, including examples with elongated tail feathers and iridescent plumage, alongside European treecreepers shown perched upon br...

The master lapidary artist has seamlessly utilised the natural veining, variegation, and shading of choice jaspers, agates, chalcedonies, and colored marbles to simulate the organic ...

The trunk is modelled with such patience that the bark seems almost tactile, while the roots, stones and furrowed ground beneath it are rendered with a density that gives the lower h...

This meticulously detailed carving showcases the traditional craftsmanship for which Brienz & Black Forest woodcarvers are renowned, capturing the lifelike stance and fine fur te...

Executed in solid walnut, this impressive clock showcases the finest traditions of Black Forest carving, with richly detailed foliage, bark textures and edelweiss motifs throughout. ...

The girl on the right is seated and has an upright tool she is feeding the willow through to remove its bark, presumably for basket weaving at a later date.

The snake's skin is part of the bark of the cherry branch, with traces of green and red coloring, to simulate the spots of the depicted snake.

The stem base is modeled with textured ground and applied foliage, transitioning into a vertical shaft with incised lines simulating bark. The gilt finish throughout displays tonal v...

Around the outer edge, the rough natural contour close to the bark has been intentionally preserved, and this lack of excessive refinement is precisely what gives the piece its remar...

This particular pitcher features a botanical pattern, possibly depicting blackberry brambles or wild roses with a tree bark motif on the handle and body. Majolica was first introduc...

This remarkable visual device illustrates the Tahitian custom of presenting valuable bark cloth as a symbol of wealth, generosity, and diplomacy.

Garella, like Bernini, sensitively carves Daphne’s feet and hands morphing into leaves and branches, while Ovid notes that Apollo can still feel her heart beating beneath the bark. G...

Antique Majolica Adirondak style bentwood tree trunk / log / branch creamer pitcher / jug / carafe featuring a turquoise glaze over textured bark motif with flowers / leaves and purp...

These hand-crafted log vessels are made from solid sections of tree trunks, with the bark left intact to preserve their raw, natural texture.

If one wants to have the flour or gum from the trees, one hacks through the bark down to the tree; then a sap flows out that lets itself dry into flour.

Zachrison’s handling of the trees is both decorative and naturalistic. The white bark of the birches stands out against the darker tones of the deeper forest beyond, producing a lumi...

The palette is entirely natural dye: deep chocolate brown from soga (the bark of Peltophorum pterocarpum), ivory and cream from undyed natural wool, and accents of slate blue-indigo ...

The bench is masterfully modeled to simulate natural tree trunks and branches, with deeply textured bark surfaces, organic branch junctions, and asymmetrical growth forms characteris...

Unusual early 20th century dug out tree trunk from the Carpathian Mountains with its original bark finish. This would make an ideal planter. 1900.

Unusual early 20th century dug out tree trunk from the Carpathian Mountains with its original bark finish. This would make an ideal planter. 1900.

Particularly noteworthy is how the carving makes direct use of the wood's natural forms, such as knots and areas resembling bark. Viewing the back reveals the vibrant grain of the wo...

It produces clusters of black berry-like fruit around 1cm in diameter. It has a pale bark that is very rough and fissured vertically.

Crafted in terracotta and finished in warm earthy tones, the planter features deeply textured bark detailing and multiple organic openings throughout the body, enhancing its realisti...

The seven patinated Bronze branches display intricately detailed bark and additional Gilt accented acorns and Oak leaves.

Its mouth is open, as if it was barking, it also wears a knotted collar and holds a ball between its paws.

Made of solid pine, woven wicker, and bark, it was traditionally used as a cheese cupboard, reflecting the region’s rustic alpine heritage.

Solid wood with halved tree branches. original condition and finish, some bark is missing. Good overall condition.

His meticulous linework captures the intricate textures of bark, foliage, and ground, while his subtle modulation of light creates an atmosphere of pastoral intimacy.

His etched line is delicate yet sure, describing textures of bark, foliage, and flowing water without sacrificing lightness or rhythm.

His etched line is delicate yet sure, describing textures of bark, foliage, and flowing water without sacrificing lightness or rhythm.

The scene shows smooth trunks and gathered bark, referencing the spice trade that defined European exploration. 2.

Decorated with gilt tree bark over a deep chocolate brown ground, the vase is centered by a rose colored cartouche with a charming scene of three cherubs before a fountain in an idyl...

Antique Mantel Clock under Glass Dome, ca. 1870 This is a finely crafted mantel clock from around 1850–1880, housed under a rounded glass dome on a textured base resembling tree bar...

The trunk is crafted with a sculptural rhythm that mimics the texture of real palm bark, and the entire tree is anchored in a substantial carved wood base that reads as both rustic a...

Rattan wood barrel, birch wood knob with bark, metal tip. By unscrewing the knob, the bowl of the pipe, the wooden, metal and amber mouthpiece comes out.

The composition is divided into four detailed scenes, presenting a man returned from fishing, a fisherman on a bark-log raft, and two women in different types of ceremonial and every...

A wonderful little English silver plate pitcher with horn handle made to look like tree bark. It is probably a small chocolate pot. Pot has some dents along the bottom but not notice...

In 1822 at his Salon debut, the Bark of Dante (Louvre), attracted some attention.

Despite its modest scale, the painting evokes the tactile textures of bark, stone, and undergrowth with remarkable immediacy, emphasizing direct observation of nature’s forms and atm...

Made from solid walnut, the frame is hand-carved in high relief with an abundance of forest-inspired motifs including scrolling foliage, clusters of wildflowers, and undulating bark-...

The composition depicts an overcast sky and flat water enshrouding an arriving white-hulled bark. The bark has every stitch of canvas set to catch any whisper of wind in the calm inn...

The part of the round that went around was tied with a seam of fresh inner bark. After the ash dried, the dry cracks were also tied with stitches of fresh inner bark.

Every detail, from the movement of the water to the texture of the bark and the fisherman's expression, is carved with remarkable skill and character.

Her innovative techniques include incorporating organic elements like bark and branches, and even burying canvases to let the earth leave its imprint, resulting in pieces that blur t...

The metal has been painted in naturalistic tones, with green accents evoking moss-covered bark. The lamp has been rewired for contemporary use in the United States and fitted with a...

The print captures the woodpeckers in various poses, emphasizing their natural behavior as they cling to the bark, possibly in search of insects, which adds a dynamic element to the ...

Derived from the Native Indian term "Kina-Kina," meaning the "bark of barks," this ingredient's tonic and therapeutic virtues were discovered by West Indies conquerors through the In...

This burl wood, which is particularly rare among Zelkova trees, is characterized by knotty patterns formed by changes in the bark, and each piece has a unique personality. The uniqu...

The edge of the tray is framed with a carved bark-like motif, lending a rustic finish that echoes the naturalist tradition of the era.

Bonal was developed in the 19th century by a French monk and herbalist who infused wine with gentian root and cinchona bark (quina), creating a drink known for its stimulating and di...