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Late 16thC French Wood Carving of a Female
Located in Malibu, CA
16th century artifact imported from Europe; a beautiful figure with patinaed painted wood. An alter
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Antique 16th Century European Renaissance Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique French Folk Art Carved Woman Figure, Wooden Carving Sculpture, 19th C.
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE FRENCH WOOD CARVING A hugely decorative and charming piece depicting a woman in
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Antique 19th Century French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Wood Carving by Jean-Claude Gaugy
By Jean-Claude Gaugy
Located in Greer, SC
Wood Carving by Jean-Claude Gaugy
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Vintage 1970s French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Wood Carving by Jean-Claude Gaugy
Wood Carving by Jean-Claude Gaugy
H 36 in W 24 in D 1 in
18th C Rare Wood Female Carving Artifact
Located in Malibu, CA
18th century wooden carving of an female form. Presumed to be a French church piece. This figure
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Antique 18th Century French Renaissance Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Rare 16th Century French Carving Depicting Prudentia
Located in Middleburg, VA
Rare 16th Century French Carving Depicting "Prudentia". Always depicted with a snake and a hand
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Antique 16th Century French Renaissance Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Oak

Pair of Wood Angels Sculptures, France, 18th Century
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of wood angels sculptures - France, 18th century.
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Mid-Century White Wood TOTEM Sculpture by André Pailler, France 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century white wood totem sculpture by André Pailler - France 1970s.
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Vintage 1970s French Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Unique Bronze and Wood Sculpture by French Artist Francoise Mayeras
Located in leucate, FR
Big contemporary sculpture in wood and bronze. By French artiste Francoise Mayeras. Materials
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21st Century and Contemporary French Brutalist Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Antique French Carved Wood Hand Painted Carousel Horse
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Carved Wood Hand Painted Carousel Horse Statue This antique French carved wood
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Early 20th Century Unknown Late Victorian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Wood sculpture - two faces - french folk art - Early XX th century
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Huge solid wood sculpture, hand-carved French folk art from the early 20th century. The sculpture
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Early 20th Century French Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Set of three brutalist carved wood column France XIX th century.
By Brancusi
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Set of three Brutalist carved wooden columns dating from the 19th century. French folk art. Varying
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Antique 1880s French Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

17th C Polychromed Fruitwood Carved Statue Depicting Madonna, France
Located in Leuven , BE
An exceptionally beautiful antique French wood carving, made in the 17th century. It depicts
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Antique 17th Century Belgian Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

A wood catchall mid-20th century French folk art
By Alexandre Noll
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A remarkable catchall, emblematic of mid-20th century French folk art, stands out for its ingenious
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Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Fruitwood

Mounted Wood Horse Head
Located in Houston, TX
This fabulous carved Horse head is from a French Saddlery. Saddleries were used to design
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Antique 19th Century French Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

Mounted Wood Horse Head
Mounted Wood Horse Head
H 24 in W 12 in D 12.5 in
Architectural Wood Decoration, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Antique architectural oakwood element nicely carved with leaves on wood pedestal, circa 1890.
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Antique 1890s French Country Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Earthy Tones, Organic Faceted Wood & Silk Contemporary Sculptural Vase by Awaré
By Jérôme Pereira
Located in Geneve, CH
, encourages the chromatic deployment of the other one. To achieve that, several stages: - Wood carving. - Silk
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2010s French Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Silk, Wood

Alexandre Noll 1930s Turned Wood Bowl
By Alexandre Noll
Located in New York, NY
An original 1930s turned wood sculptural wood bowl by famed French craftsman, Alexandre Noll
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Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Hardwood

Unique Geometric Two-Tone Wood & Silk, Earthy Tones Sculptural Vase by Awaré
By Jérôme Pereira
Located in Geneve, CH
. To achieve that, several stages: - Wood carving. - Silk painting. - Shaping and weld of the wire
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2010s French Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Silk, Wood

Naive Folk Art Sculpture, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
. This anonymous masterpiece from Auvergne, France, showcases a figure seamlessly intertwined with nature
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Vintage 1950s French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Naive Folk Art Sculpture, France, 1950s
Naive Folk Art Sculpture, France, 1950s
H 14.97 in W 7.09 in D 6.3 in
Rustic Wabi Sabi Console, France, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Console, planter, Sculpture, wabi-sabi, Decorative item, Rustic, Artwork, 1940's, France; What
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Vintage 1940s French Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Rustic Wabi Sabi Console, France, 1940s
Rustic Wabi Sabi Console, France, 1940s
H 27.56 in W 97.25 in D 31.89 in
Large Antique Carved Eagle in Painted Green Wood with Gold Accents
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique carved wooden eagle painted green with gilded accents makes an impressive statement with its 69 inch wing span when hung in your home, office or business. The piece is in goo...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

A wooden lantern mold France 1950
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
This wooden lantern mold, originating from a former paper lantern manufacturing facility, is a superb decorative piece, boasting a highly graphic design. It consists of seven detacha...
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Vintage 1950s French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

A wooden lantern mold France 1950
A wooden lantern mold France 1950
H 16.15 in W 5.12 in D 6.3 in
A wooden nutcracker depicting a friar, France 1870.
Located in Milan, IT
Schiaccianoci in legno di nocciolo intagliato. I manici sono a forma di fuso a connettersi alla parte superiore. La scultura raffigura il busto di un monaco con tonaca e cappuccio. L...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Rustic Hand Dustpan - Traditional French Craftsmanship from the 20th Century
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rustic Hand Dustpan - Traditional French Craftsmanship from the 20th Century Discover the charm of
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th c French Children's Mannequin with Wooden Feet and Attachments
By Seigel
Located in Savannah, GA
, France company that made tailor's dummies, window bustforms, mannequins and accessories hangers since
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Sculptures and Carvings

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Fabric, Wood

Large Antique Statue of a French Freedom Fighter ca. 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Antique Statue of a French Freedom Fighter ca. 1920s A large wooden French freedom fighter
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Pair of Large Art Nouveau Style Wall Ornaments, 20th c. French
Located in El Monte, CA
This pair of Art Nouveau Style hand-carved wood ornaments feature a highly detailed and flowing
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Tapestry

A Pair Of French Carved Giltwood Reclining Lion Sculptures, Florentine, With Pad
Located in Dallas, TX
A Pair Of 17th Century Carved Giltwood Reclining Lion Sculptures, Florentine, With Padded Rests On Backs. 17th Century
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Antique 17th Century French Renaissance Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Giltwood

Vintage Santon de Provence French Clay Doll Figurine Old Woman Holding Clay Pot
By Warranty Paris JB Depose
Located in New Orleans, LA
made of terra-cotta (head, body, legs, forearms, hands, feet,). The base is made of wood. The arms are
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Vintage 1930s French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Clay, Fabric, Wood

Early 19th Century Chinese Carved Agate Urn Set on a French Gilt Base
Located in Hudson, NY
on a carved wood base that has been gilded creating a dramatic foil for the carving. Further
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Agate

19th Century Marotte or Miliners Head
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
19th Century Carved wood marotte or milliners head. Solid wood, with carved engaging primitive
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Antique 19th Century French Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th Century Marotte or Miliners Head
19th Century Marotte or Miliners Head
H 10.63 in W 6.7 in D 8.67 in
Pair of Late 19th Century Carved Peasants
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Peasant figures carved from wood. Great detail.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

salt box from the high mountain village of Bessans in the Maurienne region
Located in grand Lancy, CH
salt box from the high mountain village of Bessans in the Maurienne region, part of the wing is unfortunately missing there is a collection label indicating its provenance
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Antique 1850s French Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Abstract Wooden Wall Sculpture – Unique Artistic Design
Located in Barcelona, ES
, crafted from wood, showcases a captivating interplay of form and texture. Designed by an unknown artist
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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Unique Sculpted Wooden Artwork
Located in Nijlen, BE
in recycled wood. The sculpted cubes stand on a wooden plate. Earthy warm color tones give the whole
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Vintage 1980s French Minimalist Sculptures and Carvings

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Reclaimed Wood

Unique Sculpted Wooden Artwork
Unique Sculpted Wooden Artwork
H 7.29 in W 30.71 in D 2.17 in
Old lithograph signed André Favory
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Original lithograph 10/180, by the French painter André Favory, circa 1910. Fine quality artist's
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Early 20th Century French Sculptures and Carvings

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Old lithograph signed André Favory
Old lithograph signed André Favory
H 24.61 in W 19.89 in D 0.6 in
19th Century Finely Carved Wooden Wall Panel with Sphinx, Dolphins & Scrollwork
By Brienz Switzerland, Black Forest
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
patina of the wood adds warmth and character, while the dark, beveled wooden frame complements the ornate
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Antique 1880s French Grand Tour Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

18th Century Folk Art Street Performance Figure
Located in London, GB
well dressed in French attire. The fact is, whatever this could be, one thing is for sure, it’s a
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Antique 1780s French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Located in Vista, CA
Wooden gingerbread mold (rectangle shapes with simple designs).
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Wooden Gingerbread Mold
H 15.5 in W 5.5 in D 1.5 in
19th Century Pipe Head
Located in Vosselaar, BE
France. Beautifully carved by a artisan with a sense of humor.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th Century Pipe Head
19th Century Pipe Head
H 3.55 in W 1.97 in D 3.94 in
Late 19th Century Fairground Knock Down Figure
Located in London, GB
original cotton tuxedo style clothing and cast-iron hinges. This figure is of French origin and would
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Antique Early 1900s French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th Century Wood Carving Decorative Object
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant pair of wood carvings originates from France, circa 1900.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Decorative Art

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Wood

French religious carving - Wooden Saint - 1960s
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Saint Statuette – Mid-20th Century Charming religious statuette carved in fir wood, dating from
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Vintage 1960s French French Provincial Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Antique French Provincial Bed Frame – Solid Wood, Ornate Carving, Early 1900s
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Add timeless charm to your bedroom with this stunning antique French Provincial bed frame, crafted
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Early 20th Century American French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

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Walnut

French Armoire with Carving, Patina
Located in Napa, CA
France.
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

Sculptural Trunk in Black Lacquered Wood with Decorative Carvings
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Trunk or storage unit, lacquered wood, France, 1970s Crafted with unparalleled artistry, this
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Vintage 1970s French Sideboards

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Wood

Sculptural Bookcase in Black Lacquered Wood with Decorative Carvings
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bookcase, lacquered wood, France, 1970s Crafted with unparalleled artistry, this cabinet with
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Vintage 1970s French Bookcases

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Wood

Antique Early 20th Century Wood Carving Dog Carrying a Clock France Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
Antique Early 20th Century Wood Carving Of Doberman Dog Carrying a Clock Circa 1900 Origin France
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Early 20th Century French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Walnut

Sculptural Dining Chairs in Black Lacquered Wood with Decorative Carvings
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, lacquered wood, France, 1970s Crafted with unparalleled artistry, these dining
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Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

18th Century Walnut Carving of an Angel, France
Located in Washington, DC
Ornately-Carved Walnut Carving of an Angel. France, circa 1700s. Possibly from a ship or country
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Antique 18th Century French Baroque Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood, Walnut

1920's French Art Deco Wall Mirror with Amazing Wood Carving with Deco Scene
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Tall French Art Deco Carved Wood with Bevel Wall Mirror. The carving is beautiful!
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Wall Mirrors

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Wood

Antique 17th Century Wood Carving Fragment Angel Original Paint
Located in Munich, DE
This beautiful 17th century carved angel has retained its original paint.
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Antique 17th Century French Baroque Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Pair of 18th Century French Architectural Carvings, ca. 1780
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of 18th century French Architectural carvings, ca. 1780.
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Antique Late 18th Century French Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

organic lamp in solid wood, direct carving, circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
organic lamp in solid wood, direct carving, circa 1970 height lamp only: 52 cm (20,47")
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Vintage 1970s French Organic Modern Table Lamps

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Walnut

19th Century Louis XV Style Dark Wood Table with Floral Ornamental Carvings
Located in Rümmingen, BW
us directly" The table is crafted from dark wood, likely walnut or mahogany, The intricate floral
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Tables

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Wood

Gorgeous French Neoclassical-Style Commode w/Fantastic Carvings, Mid 19th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical style, uniquely-carved and bleached-wood chest of three-drawers from the mid
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

18th Century French Régence Period Shapely Serpentine Commode w/Inlay & Carvings
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Régence period serpentine chest, with inlays and relief carved accents, from the 18th
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Antique 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Antique French Architectural Spiral Turned Giltwood Column Tall Pedestal Carving
Located in Forney, TX
relief carvings, topped with an integral capital with scroll volutes. France, 19th century, luxurious
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Antique 19th Century French Baroque Revival Pedestals and Columns

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Wood, Giltwood

19th Century Belgian Carving
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Exceptional 19th Century carved wooden fragment. Depicting foliate detailing such as grapes and a crown. With good time-worn gilding throughout. Circa 1880.
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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

19th Century Belgian Carving
19th Century Belgian Carving
H 23.63 in W 43.31 in D 1.97 in
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Daybed with Foliage Carving
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style painted wood daybed from the 19th century with foliage carved decor and
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Daybeds

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Linen, Upholstery, Wood

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French Wood Carving For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic French wood carving available at 1stDibs. A French wood carving — often made from wood, metal and glass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a French wood carving, we have 120 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a French wood carving — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A French wood carving made by Folk Art designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. Jérôme Pereira, Fernandez Arman and Christofle each produced at least one beautiful French wood carving that is worth considering.

How Much is a French Wood Carving?

The average selling price for a French wood carving at 1stDibs is $2,225, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $19,724 for the highest priced.
Questions About French Wood Carving
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many methods and types of wood carving, including chip, relief, Scandinavian flat-plane, lovespoon, whittling and florentine. Each type uses different tools and can create decorative carvings on both display pieces and furniture. Browse a wide range of carved wood pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese wood carving is a decorative object carved by hand by Chinese artisans out of local wood, such as nanmu, zitan, bomu or yinxing. This form of sculpture is sometimes called mudiao. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jepara wood carving is the intricate wood carving art that comes from the city of Jepara in Indonesia. Artisans typically work with teak wood to create beautiful carved detail and scenes in a piece of furniture. Shop a collection of Jepara wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Paete wood carving is a decorative wooden object produced by artisans in Paete, Philippines. In 2005, the village was officially dubbed the Woodcarving Capital of the Philippines due to the intricate sculptures and statues produced there. Shop a variety of wood art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese wood carving is an art form in which artists produce intricate figurines and other objects by cutting and shaping blocks of zelkova, camphor or paulownia wood. In Japanese, the artwork is known as inami. Find a selection of Japanese wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The difference between carving and sculpture is that carving is a carved object, whereas sculpture is the art of shaping figures or designs — because sculpture can involve adding material (i.e., working with plaster, creating a mold to be cast in bronze), it is considered “additive” versus the “subtractive” act of carving.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, many different types of woods are used for carving. Some examples include albesia, crocodile wood, rain tree, hibiscus, jackfruit, teak, mahogany and sandalwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Balinese wood art, furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What carved wood art is called depends on the type of piece. Three-dimensional pieces created by hand-carving wood are whittlings, while carvings into a flat piece of wood are reliefs. Shop a collection of wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
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    Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.