Carved Soapstone

During the Spring and Autumn Period (771–476 BC), soapstone was carved into ceremonial knives. Soapstone was also used to carve Chinese seals.

Chinese Soapstone fish carving 20th century. This exquisite soapstone sculpture is a unique carving, as it shows to us the natural formation of two stones with the grey soapstone ...

A pair of soapstone Buddhist lions Each finely carved seated on its haunches with a fierce expression, modelled in mirror image seated on a rectangular plinth, one holding the b...

Hand carved teak stand with soapstone top, circa 1930s.

•Dual-Purpose Utility: Individually, they protect your surfaces; interlocked, they serve as a substantial, gorgeous stone trivet for serving hot food. •Organic Andean Soapstone: C...

In this listing you will find a set of 4, or better say, two pairs of antique, hand carved Foo Dogs. This small figurines are made in soapstone.

It is hand carved. Rich soapstone deposits come from Kenya, India and Canada.

The large magnificent soapstone carving is depicting running horses beautifully carved in the natural soapstone placed on a wooden root branch.

The cabinet is adorned with hand-painted landscapes and hand-carved soapstone or mother-of-pearl relief inlays, depicting traditional figures in a serene garden setting.

A charming hippopotamus sculpture carved from Zimbabwean soapstone by the Shona tribe, circa 1980.

Antique Burmese soapstone Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Age: Burma, Mon Period, 18th century Size of Buddha only: Height 34.5 C.M. ...

China, sec. XX In black soapstone. Traces of red painting. Size: cm 24 x 7 x 18.

Hand carved soap stone figure of a male, circa late 1800's, later mounted on a wood and laminate base. Base: 9"W x 8"D.

The soapstone, with its warm and luminous yellow hue, adds a subtle glow to the intricate details of the carving.

This sculpture is carved from soapstone. It depicts a Foo Dog mounted on a soapstone base.

A rare large Chinese soapstone monkey group sculpture dating to the early 19th century, featuring seven intricately detailed monkeys scrambling over one another to reach a peach. The...

The soapstone carving, with its smooth and polished surface, unfolds a scene of movement and journey across the warm, earthy tones of the stone.

This sculpture is made of a jade color soapstone. It depicts a Guan Yin woman figure standing on a stone base. The woman is adorned and draped in a beautiful kimono.

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite original Inuit Soapstone Carving of a Hunter with a Seal that has the period name and serial ...

The stone panel is carved with a lively scene of courtly life on one side, and a reclining mythical qilin protector on the other.

A Large Chinese Muesum Quality Soapstone Duck Carving, Qing Dynasty Description: holding a lotus flower in her mouth, the interior hollow with detachable 'duckling' cover, with labe...

The Monumental Chinese Buddhist Mountain Monastery Soapstone Carving is a masterful work of art that encapsulates the grandeur and spiritual significance of Chinese Buddhist archite...

This superb and beautiful pale green and honey coloured Chinese landscape soapstone carving is mounted onto a dark brown, naturalistically carved base.

Finely carved vintage soapstone bookends. Figures of pheasants beautifully and gracefully carved in these bookends present imagery that moves with the eyes as the Fine detail is obse...

A scholar's object intended for the workshop—most likely used as an ink drip rather than a true teapot—recognizable by its small spout opening and tightly fitting lid. The piece is c...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite original Inuit Soapstone Carving of a Parrot with the period name and serial number to the ba...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite original Inuit Soapstone Carving of an Walrus with the period name and serial number to the b...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite original Inuit Soapstone Carving of a Hunter with two Seals made by Joanassie Smith (1925-196...

This beautiful example is carved from zitan, a highly prized rare and slow-growing hardwood.

The Chinese mustard soapstone carving from the mid-20th century, depicting a village scene centered around a tree, is a captivating piece of art with a distinct color palette and a f...

The carving features a compact village nestled against a backdrop of rolling hills, all meticulously carved into the smooth, golden-yellow soapstone. The artisans have paid great att...

Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, Mid-20th Century. Shoushan stone carving is an art originating in Fujian Province in Eastern China. Use of the stone for carvi...

Composition & Details Dimension: 4.5 x 4.5 x 2.8 in Weight: 0.2Lb Material: Soapstone Origin: Hand-carved in Perú About the Gemstones Creamy Soapstone varies from pink to turq...

The main figures are all hand carved from soapstone which has been expertly chosen based on the colour and size, this truly is the nicest example I have come across and worthy of any...

The soapstone carving, with its smooth and polished mustard yellow surface, serves as a canvas for a scene that exudes life and detail.

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite original Inuit Soapstone Carving of an Owl by Charlie Inukpuk (b 1941), from Port Harrison wi...

Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, Mid-20th century. Shoushan stone carving is an art originating in Fujian Province in Eastern China. Use of the stone for carvin...

Composition & Details Dimension: 4.5 x 4.5 x 2.8 in Weight: 0.2Lb Material: Soapstone Origin: Hand-carved in Perú About the Gemstones Creamy Soapstone varies from pink to turq...

This well executed sculpture is signed by an unknown artist and originated from Canada and dates to approximately 1960 and done in the Mid-Century Inuit style. The sculpture is compo...

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 ...

The carving features a compact village nestled against a backdrop of rolling hills, all meticulously carved into the smooth, golden-yellow soapstone. The artisans have paid great att...

The soapstone is characterized by a smooth and polished surface, with the choice of stone allowing for a nuanced exploration of color and form.

The soapstone surface, in warm hues, serves as the canvas for an intricate landscape that stretches across the carving.

The carving features a compact village nestled against a backdrop of rolling hills, all meticulously carved into the smooth, golden-yellow soapstone. The artisans have paid great att...

He used oil on wood panels and on plaster. He carved soapstone and did bas relief in plaster.

"Eagle & Bear" is an original yellow speckled Brazilian soapstone sculpture by Leroy Henry. The artist signed and dated the piece on the bottom. This sculpture depicts the head o...

Hand-carved Canadian Inuit sculpture of a seated, hooded figure in dark green-black soapstone, mottled with pale gold veining and finished to a soft polish.

"Eagle & Chief" is an original green Brazilian soapstone sculpture by Native American carver William Skye.

He has long hair and a beard, and he is sitting feeding two Asian geese. This carved sculpture has been created from a single block of russet-coloured soapstone, similar to marble b...

Traditional, magic Greenlandic figurine carved in soapstone. Greenland mid-20th century. In good condition, with damage to the base (see photo).

The Chinese mountain village, intricately carved into the soapstone, is a cluster of traditional houses with tiled roofs, delicate eaves, and courtyards.

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Chinese side cabinet with native scenes of Geisha girls carved out of soapstone and decorated in the Chinoiserie style A very good l...

Beautiful craftsmanship and hand carved Inuit figure of a man with a saw. Made in Soapstone and either from Alaska or Canada.

Monumental solid soapstone tea table with five matching stools, imported from China in the 1980s.

Delightfully carved Chinese zodiac characters in a superb frame Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout Each of the figures carved and engraved in soapstone L...

Carved from richly toned soapstone, the piece showcases graceful, flowing lines that suggest quiet movement and contemplation.

Inuit soapstone sculpture of a face wrapped in a parka hood, the head is carved, so it appears to be movable or separate from the parka hood.

Lovely Chinese statue. The artist really did it's best on this one. The pictures are a bit slanted, the piece itself is straight. Overall condition, no damages found. Size: 260...

This specific piece features a mottled, variegated mix of reddish-brown, tan, and dark flecks, which is highly typical of natural soapstone deposits in China. This piece was carved i...

20th century Chinese soapstone Guanyin figure sculpture.