Antique Folk Carving

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite original Inuit Soapstone Carving of an Inuit in a Kayak with Seals by Alex Patsauq born 1917 ...

This exquisite 19th-century Christmas pyramid is a truly rare and remarkable piece of German folk art. Fully handcrafted and beautifully painted, it stands at an impressive height of...

Rare and authentic antique speculaas mold, hand-carved in fruitwood, depicting an elegant standing young woman, traditionally referred to as a jonkvrouw or bride in folk iconography....

Expressive traditional Mexican Judas figure crafted in papier-mâché and hand-painted in vibrant polychrome. The piece represents the iconic effigy associated with Holy Week celebrati...

Expressive traditional Mexican Judas figure crafted in papier-mâché and hand-painted in vibrant polychrome. The piece represents the iconic effigy associated with Holy Week celebrati...

This expressive folk sculpture depicts San Isidro Labrador, the patron saint of farmers, shown guiding a pair of oxen as they plow the land. San Isidro is represented in traditional ...

Carved and painted Pine with rotating sheet iron swords, with black hair, mustache and beard, bicorn hat, blue jacket with tacks for buttons, black boots mounted on a yellow circular...

This life-size whimsical folk art statue features a stripped white-washed like natural finish with beautifully aged warm weathered distressed patina that adds to the sophisticated an...

Antique double-sided speculoos mould – carved musicians – 19th century – folk art in wood Beautiful antique speculoos (spiced biscuit) mould, carved on both sides in hard wood (prob...

A wonderful 19th century French Wooden horse, hand crafted with leather ears, beautifully worn and exuding a stunning venerable patina. Height 68 cm x Width 66 cm x Depth 16 cm

A wrought iron fish fork from the 18th century. Extremely decorative and a piece of pure folk art. Who ever made this made an extra effort to not just make it functional but also so...

A charming pair of antique Indian teak "dog gates" with iron bars from the early 20th century that were skillfully repainted at some point with elephant and lotus motifs on the panel...

Antique English Trench Art mixed metal miniature howitzer - signal style table cannon. Hand-crafted, assembled in the early 20th century, fashioned in part from spent shell casings, ...

Charming Iron Wire Haired Fox Terrier Door Stop with intact original paint attributed to Hubley circa 1910. Hard to find with original patinaed cold enamel finish. Dimensions: 7" x ...

Rare 19th century antique powder horn with scrimshaw, circa 1872. The horn is inscribed "Charles Lee" in scroll on the side of the horn and the wood cap is carved with the initials "...

This is an early Russian orthodox travelling Icon, hand made of bronze, which we date to 18th Century or earlier. The bronze icon is cast with a main rectangular slightly curved sh...

A collection of 5 wrought iron eel forks from the 18th century. Extremely decorative and each one unique. Each one is a work of art. Sizes vary from 52 cm to 37 cm. Would look am...

A collection of 5 wrought iron eel forks from the 18th century. Extremely decorative and each one unique. Each one is a work of art. Sizes vary from 37 cm to 42 cm. Would look am...

A collection of 5 wrought iron eel forks from the 18th century. Extremely decorative and each one unique. Each one is a work of art. Sizes vary from 38 cm to 50 cm. Would look am...

Rare Set of Antique French Limonaire Frères Carved Wood Carousel Pig Figures A unique pair of antique French carved wooden carousel pig figures, attributed to the world renowned Limo...

Antique Danish Mangle Board Love Token with Stylized Horse from 1744. Made in Denmark. Danish folk art board with a carved stylized horse as a handle for mangling, dated 1744. Thes...

Carved Antique African Leopard Ashanti Style Stool. Early 20th Century Ghanaian Ashanti style leopard stool. Animal leopard stool hand-carved wood from Ghana. This is the "OSEBO GWA...

Bring timeless charm and character to your home with this early 20th century hand-painted ceramic Boston Terrier dog statue. Beautifully modeled with a lifelike stance, this vintage ...

Antique vintage pair of carousel horses from multicolored lacquered wood Austria circa 1890. The carousel horses feature a carved wooden white lacquered body with white lacquered iro...

A rare and exquisitely crafted 19th-century olive wood plate rack, showcasing meticulous hand-turning and richly detailed spindle work. This sculptural piece features a rhythmic arra...

Antique cheese boards from France, dating to early 20th century. Heart-shaped handles carved into boards. Two available and sold individually, priced $795 each.

A rare and most charming authentic old Indonesian menjangan/kidang temple deer 19th century, Bali or Java, Sunda Indonesia islands, Southeast Asia Known as a menjangan or kidang de...

Acquired on a trip to New Hampshire. Not sure the artist. Carved out of solid wood. Shows Swan/Goose preening with its head back. Rustic finish with some fading/chipping. Head...

A wrought iron eel fork from the 18th century. Extremely decorative and a functional piece of art. Who ever made this made an extra effort to not just make it functional but also s...

Rare Antique Griffin Finial, Decorative Arts. Ornate detailing appears to be brass or bronze. Measures approximately 4 3/4" tall

Polychrome Santo Niño Figure 19th century, Guatemala. Carved and polychromed wood figure of the Christ Child, depicted with delicate features and a naturalistic expression. The Niño ...

Antique Folk Art from Flores. Handwoven iron mesh container with an hour glass shape. Measures: 10- 22" DIA x 34" high. Andrianna Shamaris, Inc. The Leader In Modern Organic Design™

ANTIQUE WOOD SHIELD WITH STAND - TALL Circa 1900s from the Sumba Island. Overall Dimensions: 34"H x 10"W x 4.75"D

Standout 19th century English paraffin wax assemblage of fruit and nuts in a faux wicker basket, presented under a glass dome on a mahogany plinth.

A striking and symbolic decorative object, this antique French gilded Œil de Providence (Eye of Providence) features a finely detailed eye set within a triangular cartouche, surround...

ANTIQUE WOOD SHIELD WITH STAND - WIDE Circa 1900s from the Sumba Island. Overall Dimensions: 27”H X 15.5”W

Pair of polychrome wooden shoes, originally attached to a large Santa Virgen figure from Guatemala. The shoes are finely carved with pointed toes and painted black, with remnants whi...

INCREDIBLE. I use that word to describe only the befitting, and this piece truly is. Currently a piece in our personal collection, this female mannequin style bust on stand was pur...

Capture the enchantment of childhood with this delightful antique carousel figure featuring a carved wooden Bambi. Mounted on a rocking metal frame, this nostalgic piece evokes the w...

Add a touch of whimsy to your space with this charming antique carousel figure featuring a carved wooden pig. Crafted with precision and mounted on a sturdy metal base, this carousel...

Discovered at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany, this antique carved dog is a lovely example of early 20th-century folk artistry—equally suited as a charming desk companion or as ...

A charming set of three antique, hand-carved and richly patinated from years of use, wooden fabric stamps. Each block displays intricate patterns and a strong tactile quality, making...

6 Very Old Carved Figures of Buddhist Immortals These lovely statues date from the 18th/19th Century, each one is carved from a single piece of wood, the garments are carved in fin...

Antique carved and decorated ship's figurehead, circa 1890, depicting a regal bird with a beak. The sculpture is in original paint. Although there has been much paint loss and age cr...

Indian stone carvings depicting reclining a cow / bull / ox, Nandi, or Vrishabha, the bull vahana or vehicle of the god Shiva, outfitted with saddles, bridles, and headpieces upon th...

Lovely American Arts and Crafts Pyrography lidded shirt chest with depictions of charming honey bees and blossoming poppies, early 20th century. Signed and dated under the top lid...

One-of-a-kind woodcarving of Scottish Terrier, crafted around 1930. This cheerful attentive dog seems to be listening very well! Intricately carved by a skilled hand. Gorgeous expres...

rare Antique Male Mannequin in Life Size, ca. 1920, head made of mass, good original condition, Austria. includes free shipping

An exceptional early 20th century wooden rolling pin featuring beautifully hand-carved cookie Springerle molds along its surface. This charming folk art piece combines functionality ...

A great looking hand carved original wooden Folk Art Bear Statue. A great piece for a suitable ambiance in a Cabin room or the office of a Hunter or Woodsman. More than likely one of...

Antique rare & ancient artifact, a foot, wearing a sandal, the bottom of the foot has been carved with the sandals bottom as well.

A rare and exceptional hand carved German Black Forest wall-mounted hanger. circa 1890 Born in the late 19th / early 20th century, featuring an intricately carved walnut figural bea...

Seated antique bronze Nepalese buddha staue with gold decoration highlighting the head and the frieze This crossed legged buddha dates to circa 1880 and is suitable for out or indoor...

An exceptionally rare antique Native American / Indigenous Peoples hand carved and painted wooden dugout canoe model, dating to the early 20th century or earlier, likely Pacific Nort...

Fine American Arts and Crafts Pyrography lidded shirt waist chest with depictions of charming honey bees and blossoming poppy flowers, early 20th century. Please view our video. T...

A charming, hand-carved wooden figure statue of a lovable Black Forest Bear from the early 20th century. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail from wood and with its original g...

Rustic group of four 19th century French screw presses, possibly nutcrackers hand crafted in mahogany and walnut in a sculptural form. Still functional.

The cigarette cutter offered here is not only an antique, but also an absolute curiosity, which is probably rare to find on the market. We see a bulldog looking out of a tobacco barr...

From an old Pennsylvania collection comes this remarkable unique early pyrography American survivor. This American tall round lidded box may have been a wedding present and intende...

American arts and crafts pyrography Judaic "Moses 13 Tribes" storage chest with numerous fine fire etched panels of biblical figures, including the 13 Tribes of Israel. Dated 1904....