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Bali Wood Carvings

Vintage Balinese Ebony Carved Wood Naked Woman
Vintage Balinese Ebony Carved Wood Naked Woman

Vintage Balinese Ebony Carved Wood Naked Woman

$680Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.03 in W 4.73 in D 7.09 in

Vintage Balinese Ebony Carved Wood Naked Woman

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR

, original antique Bali wood carving.

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Vintage 1950s Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Ebony

IDA BAGUS TILEM SUAR WOOD SCULPTURE CARVED BALI 1950s
IDA BAGUS TILEM SUAR WOOD SCULPTURE CARVED BALI 1950s

IDA BAGUS TILEM SUAR WOOD SCULPTURE CARVED BALI 1950s

$7,164

H 34.65 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in

IDA BAGUS TILEM SUAR WOOD SCULPTURE CARVED BALI 1950s

Located in Reutlingen, DE

Very abstract and unique Art Deco root wood carving made from suar wood by the renowned Balinese

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Vintage 1950s Balinese Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Erotic Carved Wood Kris Hilt, Early 20th Century, Bali Indonesia
Erotic Carved Wood Kris Hilt, Early 20th Century, Bali Indonesia

Erotic Carved Wood Kris Hilt, Early 20th Century, Bali Indonesia

Located in Stamford, CT

acrobatic upside down position exposing her genitals. Bali, Indonesia, circa 1900. This amusing erotic

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Indonesian Balinese Bali Art Wood Carved Calonarang Wall Hanging Sculpture
Indonesian Balinese Bali Art Wood Carved Calonarang Wall Hanging Sculpture

Indonesian Balinese Bali Art Wood Carved Calonarang Wall Hanging Sculpture

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, three dimensional Indonesian Balinese (likely Ubud), Bali) wood wall sculpture. The

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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Vintage Hand-Carved Wooden Kris Holder Hanuman Statue, Bali 1980s
Vintage Hand-Carved Wooden Kris Holder Hanuman Statue, Bali 1980s

Vintage Hand-Carved Wooden Kris Holder Hanuman Statue, Bali 1980s

$767Sale Price|20% Off

H 37.01 in W 8.27 in D 10.24 in

Vintage Hand-Carved Wooden Kris Holder Hanuman Statue, Bali 1980s

Located in London, GB

wooden Kris (Keris) holder depicting Hanuman in a traditional Balinese Hindu style, originating from Bali

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Late 20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Sculpture of Woman from Bali
Sculpture of Woman from Bali

Sculpture of Woman from Bali

$700

H 16.15 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in

Sculpture of Woman from Bali

Located in Roma, IT

This is a wonderful wooden sculpture, describes a woman from Bali. Middle 20th century. This

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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Temple Panel Elephant Carving Mounted on Metal Stand C. 1920
Balinese Temple Panel Elephant Carving Mounted on Metal Stand C. 1920

Balinese Temple Panel Elephant Carving Mounted on Metal Stand C. 1920

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A wonderful hand-carved panel from a balinese temple with a jungle landscape and elephants. The mixture of shades and age-related patina add to this piece's charm. It is mounted on a...

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Vintage 1920s Balinese Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Large Balinese Temple Dancer Wood Sculpture, Signed
Large Balinese Temple Dancer Wood Sculpture, Signed

Large Balinese Temple Dancer Wood Sculpture, Signed

$6,925

H 7.49 in W 7.49 in D 34.65 in

Large Balinese Temple Dancer Wood Sculpture, Signed

Located in Antwerp, BE

region of Mas and Ubud, important centers of Balinese wood carving during the mid-20th century. With its

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20th Century Balinese Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Monumental center table in noble wood circa 1950.
Monumental center table in noble wood circa 1950.

Monumental center table in noble wood circa 1950.

$3,960

H 9.85 in W 7.09 in D 61.82 in

Monumental center table in noble wood circa 1950.

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Monumental center table in noble wood circa 1950.

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Vintage 1950s Balinese International Style Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament
Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament

Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A Balinese "Barong" carving darting to the early 20th century. This piece features red polychrome

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Early 20th Century Balinese Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th Century Unusual Balinese Hanuman Mask in Polychromed Light Wood
19th Century Unusual Balinese Hanuman Mask in Polychromed Light Wood

19th Century Unusual Balinese Hanuman Mask in Polychromed Light Wood

Located in Leuven , BE

from Ubud. Mask-making is one of the oldest art-forms in the world. In Bali, masks (topeng or tapel

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Antique 19th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Hand-Carved Balinese Barong Dance Mask, Colorful Wood, 1980s
Hand-Carved Balinese Barong Dance Mask, Colorful Wood, 1980s

Hand-Carved Balinese Barong Dance Mask, Colorful Wood, 1980s

$811Sale Price|20% Off

H 18.9 in W 23.63 in D 7.09 in

Hand-Carved Balinese Barong Dance Mask, Colorful Wood, 1980s

Located in Bochum, NRW

Large Balinese Barong carved and hand-painted wood dance mask of an ornate, colorful mythological

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Late 20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Mid-20th Century Balinese Mask Sculpture, Hand-Painted Wood & Steel
Mid-20th Century Balinese Mask Sculpture, Hand-Painted Wood & Steel

Mid-20th Century Balinese Mask Sculpture, Hand-Painted Wood & Steel

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Masque Balinais soclé polychrome. Ce masque aux traits féroces et exagérés est sculpté dans du Diya Kaduru et présente une finition polychrome. Sa fonction est d'éloigner les mauvai...

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Mid-20th Century Balinese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Steel

19th century Balinese Brass Wedding Headdress Framed, 1890s
19th century Balinese Brass Wedding Headdress Framed, 1890s

19th century Balinese Brass Wedding Headdress Framed, 1890s

Located in LEGNY, FR

Elevate your interior with this unique and authentic art piece from the 19th century : a traditional Balinese brass wedding headdress, carefully presented in an elegant frame. A true...

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Antique 19th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass

Very Fine and Detailed Balinese Sugarwood Sculpture of a Ramayana Scene
Very Fine and Detailed Balinese Sugarwood Sculpture of a Ramayana Scene

Very Fine and Detailed Balinese Sugarwood Sculpture of a Ramayana Scene

Located in Amsterdam, NL

of the evil sorcerer king Rawana, who kidnapped Sita. The polished baroque style carving belongs to

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20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th Century Balinese Hand-Carved and Painted Wooden Sculpture of a Young Dancer
19th Century Balinese Hand-Carved and Painted Wooden Sculpture of a Young Dancer

19th Century Balinese Hand-Carved and Painted Wooden Sculpture of a Young Dancer

Located in Yonkers, NY

. Hand-made on the island of Bali, Southern Indonesia during the 19th century, this wooden sculpture

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Antique 19th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th Century Balinese Hand-Carved and Painted Wooden Sculpture of a Young Dancer
19th Century Balinese Hand-Carved and Painted Wooden Sculpture of a Young Dancer

19th Century Balinese Hand-Carved and Painted Wooden Sculpture of a Young Dancer

Located in Yonkers, NY

. Hand-made on the island of Bali, Southern Indonesia during the 19th century, this wooden sculpture

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Antique 19th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of an Elderly Man
Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of an Elderly Man

Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of an Elderly Man

$496

H 9.45 in W 7.09 in D 5.02 in

Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of an Elderly Man

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Bali, Indonesia many of these carvings were popular with tourists during the early to mid 20th century

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Mid-20th Century Balinese Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Hand-Carved Balinese Mask Sculpture on Steel Base, Folk Art, 1960
Hand-Carved Balinese Mask Sculpture on Steel Base, Folk Art, 1960

Hand-Carved Balinese Mask Sculpture on Steel Base, Folk Art, 1960

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Masque Topeng de l'île de Bali. Ce masque sculpté à la main est utilisé dans le théâtre Topeng, une

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Mid-20th Century Balinese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Steel

Hand-Painted Balinese Mask Sculpture on Steel Base, Folk Art, 1960
Hand-Painted Balinese Mask Sculpture on Steel Base, Folk Art, 1960

Hand-Painted Balinese Mask Sculpture on Steel Base, Folk Art, 1960

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Masque Topeng de l'île de Bali. Ce masque sculpté à la main est utilisé dans le théâtre Topeng, une

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Mid-20th Century Balinese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Steel

Vintage Hand-Carved Ebony Balinese Busts, Art Deco Folk Art, 1950
Vintage Hand-Carved Ebony Balinese Busts, Art Deco Folk Art, 1950

Vintage Hand-Carved Ebony Balinese Busts, Art Deco Folk Art, 1950

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

wood depicting a Balinese couple. Bust of a man and women in Art Deco style sculpture wearing

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Mid-20th Century Balinese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Monumental Balinese Sculptural Group, Likely Temple-Related, 19th Century
Monumental Balinese Sculptural Group, Likely Temple-Related, 19th Century

Monumental Balinese Sculptural Group, Likely Temple-Related, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

large-scale ritual carving, most likely intended for an architectural or ceremonial setting. Carved from

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Antique Early 19th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Giltwood

Hand Carved Folk art Balinese teak door, original frame late 19th -early 20th C
Hand Carved Folk art Balinese teak door, original frame late 19th -early 20th C

Hand Carved Folk art Balinese teak door, original frame late 19th -early 20th C

Located in London, GB

hallmark of Bali’s golden era of architectural wood carving. The use of dense, old-growth teak gives the

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Antique Late 19th Century Balinese Folk Art Doors and Gates

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Teak

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Late 19th Century Carved Wood Bell

Late 19th Century Carved Wood Bell

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H 18 in W 6 in D 6 in

Late 19th Century Carved Wood Bell

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Carved wood bell from Bali, used to call the village for meetings. Carved in one single piece of

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Antique Late 19th Century Balinese Arts and Crafts Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Early 20th Century Balinese Clown Mask with Original Paint
Early 20th Century Balinese Clown Mask with Original Paint

Early 20th Century Balinese Clown Mask with Original Paint

Located in New York, NY

A beautifully patinated early 20th century Balinese clown mask with original paint. This handmade and skilfully carved mask was used in dance ceremonies. This piece can be displayed ...

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Early 20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Wood Carving Kyle
Wood Carving Kyle

Wood Carving Kyle

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H 53 in W 21 in D 15 in

Wood Carving Kyle

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A beautifully hand carved sculpture depicting a goddess and dragon in a blond hardwood. 53 inches tall.

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Mid-20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Hardwood

Antique Bali Sculpture
Antique Bali Sculpture

Antique Bali Sculpture

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H 20 in W 33 in D 10 in

Antique Bali Sculpture

Located in Rochester, NY

Early 20th century Bali sculpture of a ram. Original old paint. A fun piece. Nicely carved and

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Early 20th Century Balinese Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Beautiful Tall Old Hand-Carved Wood Nude Indonesian Bali Master
Beautiful Tall Old Hand-Carved Wood Nude Indonesian Bali Master

Beautiful Tall Old Hand-Carved Wood Nude Indonesian Bali Master

Located in South Burlington, VT

master work. The delicate, flowing master carving of a typical female form executed in a hard wood with

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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Wooden Sculpture of Woman from Bali
Wooden Sculpture of Woman from Bali

Wooden Sculpture of Woman from Bali

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H 20.87 in W 4.34 in D 4.73 in

Wooden Sculpture of Woman from Bali

Located in Roma, IT

This a wonderful wooden sculpture which describes a woman from Bali. Mid-20th century. This

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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Massive Bali Ramayana Wood Carving
Massive Bali Ramayana Wood Carving

Massive Bali Ramayana Wood Carving

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H 33.75 in W 78.5 in D 4.5 in

Massive Bali Ramayana Wood Carving

Located in Austin, TX

A massive carved teak panel featuring the decisive battle scene in the Hindu epic, the Ramayana, between Prince Rama and the Demon King Ravana. The scene is deeply carved in high r...

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1990s Balinese Decorative Art

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Teak

51.75" Balinese Buddhist Diety Wood Sculpture
51.75" Balinese Buddhist Diety Wood Sculpture

51.75" Balinese Buddhist Diety Wood Sculpture

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H 51.75 in W 8.75 in D 9 in

51.75" Balinese Buddhist Diety Wood Sculpture

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a nice wood sculpture of a Balinese Diety. It's hand painted to add a aged patina to the

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1990s Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Carved Wood Statue of a Warrior
Balinese Carved Wood Statue of a Warrior

Balinese Carved Wood Statue of a Warrior

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H 35 in W 12 in D 10 in

Balinese Carved Wood Statue of a Warrior

Located in Doylestown, PA

A carved wood statue of a warrior in traditional clothing, late 19th century-early 20th century

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Antique 19th Century Balinese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Hanuman Flying Monkey Hand Carved Wood Sculpture
Balinese Hanuman Flying Monkey Hand Carved Wood Sculpture

Balinese Hanuman Flying Monkey Hand Carved Wood Sculpture

Located in Houston, TX

carved from a single piece of wood and shows Hanuman in a dynamic, flying pose. Visit our other 1STDIBS

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Vintage 1960s Balinese Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Carved Wood Statue of a Female Dancer
Balinese Carved Wood Statue of a Female Dancer

Balinese Carved Wood Statue of a Female Dancer

Located in Doylestown, PA

A carved wood statue of a female Balinese dancer in traditional clothing, late 19th century-early

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Antique 19th Century Balinese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Hand Carved Wooden Balinese Busts Bookends
Hand Carved Wooden Balinese Busts Bookends

Hand Carved Wooden Balinese Busts Bookends

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage midcentury hand carved ebony wooden Balinese bookends. Hand carved sculpture in wood

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Mid-20th Century Balinese Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Pair of Large Wooden Polychrome Elephants, South-East Asia, 20th C
Pair of Large Wooden Polychrome Elephants, South-East Asia, 20th C

Pair of Large Wooden Polychrome Elephants, South-East Asia, 20th C

Located in Charleston, SC

A fantastic pair of large polychrome painted Thai wood l. Trunks up for good luck! They are ever so

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20th Century Balinese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Paint

Pair of Balinese Figural Sculptures
Pair of Balinese Figural Sculptures

Pair of Balinese Figural Sculptures

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H 37 in W 18 in D 8 in

Pair of Balinese Figural Sculptures

Located in Doylestown, PA

A large pair of male and female Balinese figural statues in carved wood with painted finish

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Early 20th Century Balinese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Wood Carving, 20th Century
Balinese Wood Carving, 20th Century

Balinese Wood Carving, 20th Century

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H 23.75 in W 15.5 in D 0.5 in

Balinese Wood Carving, 20th Century

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Beautiful Folk Art wood carving from Bali, artfully hand-painted, vividly depicting Elegant garden

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20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Folk Art Balinese Wood Carving, First Half of the 20th Century
Folk Art Balinese Wood Carving, First Half of the 20th Century

Folk Art Balinese Wood Carving, First Half of the 20th Century

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Beautiful Folk Art wood carving from Bali, artfully hand-painted depicting elegant garden scene

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20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Base from Bali in Carved Wood
Base from Bali in Carved Wood

Base from Bali in Carved Wood

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H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Base from Bali in Carved Wood

Located in Roma, IT

Early 20th century. Light damages on the base. This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing legislation, any artwork in Italy created over 70 years ago by an artist who has ...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Indonesian Carved Garuda Wood Sculpture
Indonesian Carved Garuda Wood Sculpture

Indonesian Carved Garuda Wood Sculpture

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H 24 in W 18 in D 1.5 in

Indonesian Carved Garuda Wood Sculpture

Located in Astoria, NY

Indonesian Balinese wood hand carved Garuda bird sculpture, mounted as a wall hanging. The

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20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament
Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament

Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A Balinese "Barong" carving darting to the early 20th century. This piece features a mix of red

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Early 20th Century Balinese Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Large Heavy Signed Wood Intricately Carved Buddha Dhyana Mudra Hand Sculpture
Large Heavy Signed Wood Intricately Carved Buddha Dhyana Mudra Hand Sculpture

Large Heavy Signed Wood Intricately Carved Buddha Dhyana Mudra Hand Sculpture

Located in Studio City, CA

fantastic, the carving masterful. Signed by the artist on verso (Ubud, Bali is the renowned wood carving

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20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Hand Carved Balinese Rama and Seta Large Bust Crafted by Lasya, 1998
Hand Carved Balinese Rama and Seta Large Bust Crafted by Lasya, 1998

Hand Carved Balinese Rama and Seta Large Bust Crafted by Lasya, 1998

Located in London, GB

A beautiful, ethereal, competent and highly skilled carving from the Ubud region in Bali. Many of

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1990s Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Two Carved Figures, Indonesian, circa 1900-1920
Two Carved Figures, Indonesian, circa 1900-1920

Two Carved Figures, Indonesian, circa 1900-1920

Located in New York, NY

Two articulating Indonesian figures from Lumbock, near Bali, early 20th century, man and woman

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Early 20th Century Balinese Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Pair of Early 20th Century Balinese Coin Dolls
Pair of Early 20th Century Balinese Coin Dolls

Pair of Early 20th Century Balinese Coin Dolls

Located in Doylestown, PA

An unusual pair of Balinese coin dolls, circa 1920, each comprised of hundreds of Chinese brass coins, with carved wooden features and bases. These dolls would have been typically gi...

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Early 20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass

Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Young Man
Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Young Man

Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Young Man

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H 10.44 in W 7.09 in D 5.12 in

Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Young Man

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

is typically not marked. Originating from Bali, Indonesia many of these carvings were popular with

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Mid-20th Century Balinese Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Balinese Hand-Carved Panel
Antique Balinese Hand-Carved Panel

Antique Balinese Hand-Carved Panel

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H 29.5 in W 18 in D 1.5 in

Antique Balinese Hand-Carved Panel

Located in Toronto, CA

piece was acquired in Bali and is not an imported reproduction. Dimensions of stand: 17.88 wide by 5.5

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Antique 19th Century Balinese Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Girl in Headdress
Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Girl in Headdress

Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Girl in Headdress

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

from Bali, Indonesia many of these carvings were popular with tourists during the early to mid 20th

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Mid-20th Century Balinese Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Hand-Carved Wooden Balinese Bookends
Hand-Carved Wooden Balinese Bookends

Hand-Carved Wooden Balinese Bookends

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H 7 in W 2.2 in D 2.5 in

Hand-Carved Wooden Balinese Bookends

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage midcentury hand-carved wooden Balinese bookends. Hand-carved sculpture in wood depicting a

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Mid-20th Century Balinese Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th Century Balinese King's Door
19th Century Balinese King's Door

19th Century Balinese King's Door

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H 102.75 in W 67.5 in D 5.25 in

19th Century Balinese King's Door

Located in Chicago, IL

This early 19th century monumental Balinese king's door has many stories hidden within its framework. The elaborately carved high relief depicts gilt and polychrome mounted warriors,...

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Antique Early 19th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Paint

Early 20th Century Balinese Carved and Polychromed Wood Singa ‘Winged Lion’
Early 20th Century Balinese Carved and Polychromed Wood Singa ‘Winged Lion’

Early 20th Century Balinese Carved and Polychromed Wood Singa ‘Winged Lion’

Located in Concord, MA

Antique early 20th century Balinese carved and polychromed wood figure of a winged lion, also known

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Early 20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bentwood

Cow Bell

Cow Bell

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H 9 in W 6 in D 3 in

Cow Bell

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Carved fro one single piece of wood, from Bali, mid-20th century After the tsunami, those pieces

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Mid-20th Century Balinese Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Pensive Balinese Lady Art Deco Period Bali Indonesian Art Sculpture Wood Carving
Pensive Balinese Lady Art Deco Period Bali Indonesian Art Sculpture Wood Carving

Pensive Balinese Lady Art Deco Period Bali Indonesian Art Sculpture Wood Carving

Located in Santa Fe, NM

, streamlined forms, became popular with the wood carvers of Mas, Bali, circa 1930. Her hairdo and bare breasts

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Mid-20th Century Balinese Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Hardwood

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Bali Wood Carvings For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of Bali wood carvings is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and teak, all Bali wood carvings available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of Bali wood carvings available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Bali wood carvings made by folk art designers — as well as those associated with mid-century modern — are very popular at 1stDibs.

How Much are Bali Wood Carvings?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,750, while they’re typically $202 on the low end and $9,999 highest priced.

Finding the Right Sculptures-carvings for You

Asian sculptors have worked in materials including wood, bronze and jade. Artists and artisans have used traditional techniques to depict deities, scenes from culture and more, and today, antique Asian sculptures and carvings are a popular choice for provocative and sophisticated home decor.

In China, the Qing dynasty, from the mid-17th century to the early 20th century, brought about significant changes in art while preserving traditional culture. Many emperors during this period were patrons of the arts, such as painting, calligraphy and decorative arts. This era saw the building of new Buddhist temples, which were decorated with statues. Some of these sculptures were adorned with colorful cloisonné decoration, in which tiny compartments, or cloisons, made by soldering copper filaments to a metal surface were filled with vibrantly hued enamel.

From the 17th to mid-19th century in Japan, kimonos were worn across classes and often fastened with a netsuke, a type of small carved toggle. Artists carved these from ivory, wood, shells and coral, creating animals, flowers and mythical creatures. During the Japanese Meiji period, spanning from 1868–1912, the country began trading internationally after centuries of isolation, allowing artists to sell their work overseas. Bronze sculpture flourished around this time for creating teapots, vases and incense burners.

Asian sculpture continued to evolve in the 20th century. During the Japanese Shōwa era, from 1926–89, art was influenced by international modernist movements like abstraction, Futurism and Surrealism. Contemporary Asian sculptures and carvings continue to combine global influences and a rich heritage of technique.

Decorating a space with Asian sculptures and carvings is a great way to add interest to any corner of your home. Explore by material, period or style on 1stDibs.

Questions About Bali Wood Carvings
  • 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
    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
    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 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 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
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.