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Dresser in Chinoiserie Style Ebony Wood, Hand Carved and Gold Plated
By Alexander's Collection, Alexander Anisimov
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Dresser in Chinoiserie Style Ebony Wood, Hand Carved and Gold Plated Introducing the Dresser by
Category

2010s Chinese Chinoiserie Dressers

Materials

Gold Leaf

20th Spanish Dresser in Carved Wood with Marble Top and Four Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
Spanish dresser from the second half of the 20th century. Furniture in carved wood of great quality
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Dressers

Materials

Wood

French Provincial Carved Cherry Wood Dresser or Credenza, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial style seven-drawer dresser or credenza USA, Circa 1990s Carved
Category

Late 20th Century American French Provincial Dressers

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mid Century Dresser, Spanish Revival, Carved Wood, c. 1970s, Lowboy
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Vintage Mid Century Dresser, Spanish Revival, Carved Wood, c. 1970s, Lowboy, 9 Drawers, Olive Green
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood, Mirror

Councill Furniture Georgian Carved Cherry Wood Nine-Drawer Dresser, Refinished
By Councill
Located in South Bend, IN
Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Carved solid cherry wood, with original brass hardware. Measures: 58"W x 20"D
Category

Vintage 1980s American Georgian Dressers

Materials

Brass

Kindel Furniture Georgian Carved Cherry Wood Eight-Drawer Dresser, Refinished
By Kindel Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Beautiful carved cherry wood, with original brass hardware. Measures: 53.88"W
Category

Vintage 1980s American Georgian Dressers

Materials

Brass

Vintage Coastal Carved Leg Dresser
Located in west palm beach, FL
This vintage coastal dresser features beautifully carved legs and a gently weathered finish, adding
Category

Late 20th Century American Dressers

Materials

Stone, Metal

Vintage Coastal Carved Leg Dresser
Vintage Coastal Carved Leg Dresser
H 30 in W 60 in D 24 in
Harden Furniture Georgian Carved Solid Cherry Wood Long Dresser, Newly Restored
By Harden Furniture 1
Located in South Bend, IN
Century Solid carved cherry wood, with original brass hardware. Measures: 66.75"W x 19.5"D x 33.75"H
Category

Late 20th Century American Georgian Dressers

Materials

Brass

Baker Furniture French Provincial Carved Oak and Burl Wood Dresser, Refinished
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
USA, Circa 1960s Carved oak, with burl wood drawer fronts and original brass hardware. Measures
Category

Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Dressers

Materials

Oak, Burl

19th Century Ceylonese Padouk Wood Dresser
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A rare early 19th century Ceylonese Padouk wood dresser, having wonderful brass sunburst and leaf
Category

Antique 19th Century Sri Lankan Dressers

Materials

Padouk

Antique Oak Jacobean Style Carved Wood Chest of Drawers Low Chest Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Oak Jacobean style carved wood chest of drawers low chest dresser. Item features bun feet
Category

Early 20th Century Jacobean Dressers

Materials

Oak

Dresser Chinoiserie Style Ebony Gloss Wood, White Dragon Sculpture, in Stock
By Alexander's Collection, Alexander Anisimov
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Dresser Chinoiserie Style Ebony Gloss Wood, White Dragon Sculpture, in Stock Introducing the
Category

2010s Chinese Chinoiserie Dressers

Materials

Wood, Ebony

18th Century Italian Neoclassical Wood Dresser Attributed to Francesco Bolgiè
By Francesco Bolgié
Located in IT
18th century Italian neoclassical carved, lacquered and gilded wood dresser attributed to Francesco
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Dressers

Materials

Giltwood, Wood

Antique Solid Wood Chest of Drawers with Carved Details
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Antique carved walnut - mahogany dresser: 51 inches tall, 38 inches wide and about 19 inches deep
Category

Antique 19th Century Dressers

Materials

Wood

Vintage Victorian Era Dresser, Hand Carved Details, UK Import, 1890s
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Victorian Era dresser. Hand Carved details. Original Hardware. UK Import. 1890s
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Dressers

Materials

Wood

Antique Neoclassical Carved Northwind Face Barley-Twist Beveled Mirrored Dresser
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Neoclassical Carved Northwind Face Topped Barley-Twist Beveled Mirror Topped 4 Drawer
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Dressers

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Dresser in Ebony Wood with White Flower Carving, Gold Leaf, Neoclassical Revival
By Alexander's Collection, Alexander Anisimov
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Dresser in Ebony Wood with White Flower Carving, Gold Leaf, Neoclassical Revival Alexander's
Category

2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Dressers

Materials

Wood, Ebony

Mid Century Brutalist Pulaski Oceanic Intricately Carved Lowboy Long Dresser
By Pulaski Furniture Corporation
Located in West Hartford, CT
dresser features a commanding presence with its unique carved front and spacious drawers. The Oceanic
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood

Dresser in Ebony Wood with White Fragments in Carving "Herons" in Stock
By Alexander's Collection, Alexander Anisimov
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Dresser in Ebony Wood with White Fragments in Carving "Herons" Alexander's Collection Dresser
Category

2010s Hong Kong Arts and Crafts Dressers

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern André Arbus-Style Wood and Marble Demilune Dresser, France
By André Arbus
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Modern André Arbus-style parchment-covered wood and marble demilune dresser
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Stone, Marble, Metal

French Provincial Style Heavy Carved Powder Blue Ceruse Bombay Dresser & Mirror
Located in Topeka, KS
Magnificent vintage French Provincial Renaissance style heavy carved Bombay dresser & mirror with 9
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Paint

Black Lacquer Ebonized Pieced Wood Pulls Gallery Top 9 Drawers Dresser Credenza
By Edmond J. Spence, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Black lacquer ebonized pieced wood pulls gallery top 9 drawers sculptural splayed legs dresser
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Mahogany

Italian Console in Carved Wood Veneto 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian console in carved wood Veneto 18th century in carved wood with veneered and threaded top
Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Dressers

Materials

Wood

Lupa Modern Classical Dresser with Carved Oak Paw Feet in Light Fumed Oak Finish
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin & Brockett’s Lupa Dresser 72” features the Lupa Collection’s signature hand carved Lupa Feet
Category

2010s Dressers

Materials

Brass

Lupa Modern Classical Dresser with Carved Oak Paw Feet in Light Fumed Oak Finish
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin & Brockett’s Lupa Dresser 72” features the Lupa Collection’s signature hand carved Lupa Feet
Category

2010s Dressers

Materials

Brass

Vintage Kent Coffey "Townhouse" Walnut Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
lowboy dresser by the estimable Kent-Coffey company of North Carolina. With a convenient 9-drawer layout
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal

Vintage Lane "Perception" Dresser by Warren Church
By Warren C. Church, Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Midcentury dresser by Lane features a beautiful walnut finish, weaved door fronts, carved
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Fruitwood, Walnut

Mid-Century Geometric Birch Dresser by Edmond Spence
By Modernage Furniture Company, Edmond J. Spence
Located in Brooklyn, NY
exceptional dresser by Edmond J. Spence (1911-1986) is sure to stand out in any room. Manufactured in Sweden
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Hardwood, Birch, Wood

Grosfled House Hollywood Regency Triple 12-Drawer Dresser in Primavera, 1950s
By Grosfeld House
Located in Philadelphia, PA
look very refined. Intricate hand-carved wood drawer pulls adorn the front, and the cabinet is set on a
Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Dressers

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Vintage Maple Dresser by Dixie Furniture
By Dixie, Dixie Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brighten up any room with this unique triple dresser from Dixie Furniture featuring a lovely
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Maple

Louis XVI White Dresser Fleur de Lis by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
dresser has got nine drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece. A
Category

2010s Indian Louis XVI Dressers

Materials

Bronze, Metal, Sheet Metal

Mid-Century Drexel "Pan-Tempo" High-Boy Dresser
By Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Add some mid-century rhythm into any interior space with this eye-catching "Pan-Tempo" dresser made
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Teak Dressers by Grete Jalk for Sibast Denmark
By Sibast, Grete Jalk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
stunning natural teak wood, each dresser sports four dovetailed drawers with charming carved halfmoon
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Teak

Vintage Sculpted Diamond Walnut Dresser by United Furniture Corp
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Brooklyn, NY
low boy dresser by United Furniture Corporation embodies bold vintage design, showcasing both atomic
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Walnut

Large Mid-Century Modern Walnut Tall 7-Drawer & Door Dresser Dillingham
By Merton Gershun, Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
wood pulls. Made of walnut, you'll love this dresser in your home. In good vintage and original
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Louise Art Nouveau Dressers Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture in air
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Burled Maple and Brass Long Dresser after Heywood Wakefield
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exceptional lowboy dresser in the unmistakable style of Massachusetts' Heywood Wakefield furniture
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal, Brass

Louise Art Nouveau Dressers Fine Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that
Category

2010s Indian Other Dressers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Eight Drawer Marble Top Dresser
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early Paul McCobb designed "Irwin" Collection dresser made by Calvin Furniture of Grand Rapids, MI
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Stone, Marble, Brass

Louise Art Nouveau Dressers Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Mid Century Modern Dresser or Mid Century Modern Credenza Louis XVI Fleur De Lis
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
" (B) x 33" (H) Materials: white bronze, teak, sheet metal, wood. Technique: hand-carved, hand-crafted
Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Dresser Fleur De Lis Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture in air, sudden
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Dressers Fleur De Lis Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture in air
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Dresser Fleur De Lis Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture in air, sudden
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Dressers Fleur De Lis Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture in air
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Dressers in Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please
Category

2010s American Louis XV Dressers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Dressers in Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that
Category

2010s American Louis XV Dressers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Dressers in Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that
Category

2010s American Louis XV Dressers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Dressers in Fine Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that
Category

2010s American Louis XV Dressers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Dressers in Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that
Category

2010s American Louis XV Dressers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Dressers in Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished
Category

2010s American Louis XV Dressers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Dresser Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal, Brass

Louise Art Deco Dresser Fleur De Lis Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Dressers Fleur De Lis Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Dresser Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper

Louise Art Nouveau Dressers Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Dressers Fleur De Lis Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Dressers Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Dresser Fleur De Lis Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Credenza Art Deco Dressers in Mid. Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please
Category

2010s American Louis XV Dressers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

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Wood Carved Dresser For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the wood carved dresser you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every wood carved dresser was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a wood carved dresser, we have 90 options in-stock, while there are 9 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer wood carved dresser, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A wood carved dresser, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Louis XVI style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made wood carved dresser over the years, but those crafted by Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl and Angelus are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Wood Carved Dresser?

A wood carved dresser can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,980, while the lowest priced sells for $375 and the highest can go for as much as $325,013.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Wood Carved Dresser
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What wood Welsh dressers are made from varies. Many pieces are made of oak. However, artisans also produced them out of pine and other hard and soft woods. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Welsh dressers from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 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 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
    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 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 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 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
    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.

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