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Pair of Tall Rustic Wood Carved Bookcases
Located in Newmanstown, PA
2 Amazing tall wood bookcases. They are a combination of rustic and fine woodwork. The details are
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20th Century Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Pair of Tall Rustic Wood Carved Bookcases
Pair of Tall Rustic Wood Carved Bookcases
H 98.5 in W 15 in D 45.25 in
French 19th Century Stripped Wood Bookcase with Carved Scrolling Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Country French stripped wood bookcase from the 19th century with abundant carved scrolling décor
Category

Antique 19th Century French Country Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Huge Victorian Hardwood Hand-Carved Wood Library Bookcase Ornate
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this exceptionally large and grand Victorian hand-carved
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Vintage Handcrafted Elm Wood Chinese Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the exceptional allure of our vintage Chinese bookcase, expertly handcrafted from
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Vintage 1970s Chinese Chinese Export Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Vintage Handcrafted Elm Wood Chinese Bookcase
Vintage Handcrafted Elm Wood Chinese Bookcase
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H 64 in W 21 in D 13 in
Early 19th century carved mahogany bureau bookcase
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century carved mahogany bureau bookcase circa 1820 We believe this piece to be English
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Glass

19th Century French Gothic Revival Carved Bibliothèque Bookcase
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent 19th century Gothic Revival hand carved painted parcel gilt bibliothèque (bookcase
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Antique 19th Century French Gothic Revival Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

Hand Carved/ Painted Satinwood Adams Style Bookcase / Display Cabinet
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home with this exquisite late 19th Century Hand Carved and
Category

Antique 1880s Adam Style Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Antique Carved Wooden Indian Doorway Converted to a Bookcase
Located in Milford, NH
been converted into a three- shelf bookcase, with a molded cornice and upper carved panels adorned with
Category

20th Century Indian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

1800's Antique Spanish, Library, Highly Carved & Painted, Walnut Bookcase!!
Located in Austin, TX
Absolutely Stunning Antique Bookcase, Spanish, Library, Highly Carved & Painted, Walnut, 1800s
Category

Antique 19th Century Spanish Other Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Handcrafted Bookcase, Shelf Sideboard, Cabinet Oak Wood Frommedulum
By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Bookcase made of a series of solid wood poles with circular section, veneered shelves with solid
Category

2010s Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak, Wood

British Colonial Teak Wood Bookcase
Located in Chicago, IL
This clean-lined and substantial book cabinet was made from solid Teak wood and dates to the 1940
Category

Mid-20th Century Burmese Bookcases

Materials

Teak

British Colonial Teak Wood Bookcase
British Colonial Teak Wood Bookcase
H 85.5 in W 85 in D 18 in
Contemporary Crafted Bookcase, shelves, shelf sideboard wood Medulum Cabinet
By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Bookcase made of a series of solid wood poles with circular section, veneered shelves with solid
Category

2010s Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Antique Lacquered Gilded Bookcase, Carved Columns & Friezes, 19th Century Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient large lacquered and gilded bookcase, hand-carved with columns and rich gilded friezes
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Asian Style Carved and Hand Painted Bookcase / Cabinet
Located in Toledo, OH
Asian style locking bookcase / cabinet with low relief carved landscape and houses. Made of walnut
Category

20th Century Unknown Chinese Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Wood

20th Century Wood English Wall Bookcase Etagere, 1970
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Elegant 20th century English wall étagère. Naval-style furniture carved in mahogany wood with very
Category

Vintage 1970s English Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Swivel Bookcase Table with Carved Top by Gabriel Viardot, Japonism, circa 1880
By Gabriel Viardot
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Rare pedestal table / bookcase in Japanese / Chinese / Asian style. Richly carved : top decorated
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Antique 1880s French Japonisme Bookcases

Materials

Wood

1930s Open Bookcase in Neoclassical Carved Mahogany, by Bassano's Ebanistery
By Bassano's Ebanisteria
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Pretty 1930s open bookcase in neoclassical style in carved mahogany, having 2 Shelves and a shaped
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Neoclassical Revival Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Chinese Early 20th Century Bookcase with Open Shelves, Drawer and Carved Doors
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese bookcase from the early 20th century, with carved open shelves, two drawers and lower
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Bookcases

Materials

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
Category

Vintage 1970s French Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Italian 19th Century Regency Style Rustic Walnut Wood Open Shelves Bookcase
Located in Firenze, IT
blond walnut wood display stand, bookcase or etagere with open shelves embellished with architectural
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Antique 19th Century Italian Regency Bookcases

Materials

Walnut, Wood

Antique Two Parts English Mahogany Three Wood Panel Shelves Bookcase
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your home décor with this exquisite Early 19th Century Sheraton Style English Mahogany Wood
Category

Antique 1820s English Sheraton Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Vintage Bookshelf With Carved Wood Accents .
Located in Seattle, WA
This Bookshelf has adjustable shelving and a carved wood base. Antique style. Beautiful Patina to
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Art Deco bookcase / cabinet / display case in carved walnut, France, circa 1925
By Paul Follot, Maurice Dufrêne
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
. In walnut and burl. Beautiful fluted feet. Pretty wood carvings: row of beads, drapes, flowers carved
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Walnut

Carved Wood Indian decorative Book Case Circa 2000
Located in Jupiter, FL
This is a beautiful book-case, hand carved decorative trim in face of unit and from India. It has
Category

20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Stylish and Practical Hand Carved Wooden Arts & Crafts Style Revolving Bookcase
Located in Lisse, NL
Great looking Arts & Crafts style bookcase. This Arts & Crafts design revolving bookcase rotates
Category

20th Century European Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Four Door Bookcase with Gold Leaf, Baroque in Solid Wood, Modenese Gastone
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
. This high-end four door vitrine bookcase in solid wood, with natural finish and gold leaf hand
Category

2010s Italian Baroque Bookcases

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

19th century French Barley Twist Display Cabinet Vitrine Bookcase Carved Oak
Located in Shreveport, LA
Direct from France, a lovely and unique antique French carved oak cabinet/bookcase/server! This is
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Burled Penhurst Bookcase
Located in Annville, PA
The Niagara Furniture Burled Penhurst Bookcase has a burled veneer top which is banded and
Category

2010s Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Burled Penhurst Bookcase
Burled Penhurst Bookcase
H 40 in W 67 in D 15 in
19th Century French Hunt Cabinet Bookcase Black Forest Carved Oak Barley Twist
Located in Shreveport, LA
19th century French hunt cabinet bookcase Black Forest carved oak barley twist ~Direct from France
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Bookcase 1962 Italian Mid-Century Modern Revolving Design Sculptural Wood
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Bookcase of 1962 original Italian design revolving design, made of wood, with wooden fronts carved
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Serge Roche Style Hollywood Regency Carved Palm Frond Etagere Bookcase, 1940s
By Serge Roche
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Stunning midcentury hand-carved palm frond motif étagère bookcase in the style of Serge Roche
Category

Vintage 1940s Hollywood Regency Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Chinese Carved Wood and Red Accented Bogu Etagere Shelf
Located in New York, NY
Chinese Bogu wooden etagere featuring open display shelving connecting ornately carved, red framed
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Small Burled Penhurst Bookcase
Located in Annville, PA
The Niagara Furniture Small Burled Penshurst Bookcase with two shelves. The burled cornice is
Category

2010s Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Small Burled Penhurst Bookcase
Small Burled Penhurst Bookcase
H 39 in W 37 in D 14 in
Pair of Mahogany Regency Style Carved Griffin Bookcase Curio Stands Horner Style
By R.J. Horner & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Pair of Mahogany English Regency Style Carved Winged Griffin Whatnot Curio Stands in the R.J
Category

Early 20th Century Regency Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century William IV Wood Mahogany Bookcase Secretaire, 1830s
Located in Roma, RM
Irish bookcase in mahogany and mahogany feather, with carved capitals on the uprights of the doors
Category

Antique 1830s Irish William IV Bookcases

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Mahogany

Country Estate Revolving Bookcase
Located in Annville, PA
A Country Estate Revolving Bookcase from Niagara Furniture with full grain leather top with a
Category

2010s Renaissance Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Country Estate Revolving Bookcase
Country Estate Revolving Bookcase
H 31 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
TOMLINSON 1960's Neoclassical Console Cabinet with Carved Arch Bookcase
By Tomlinson
Located in Charlotte, NC
their Tokay finish, slight distressing and brass hardware. Features upper open bookcase with carved arch
Category

Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Antique French Carved Oak Vitrine Cabinet Bookcase Barley Twist Renaissance
Located in Miami, FL
Antique French carved oak vitrine cabinet bookcase barley twist renaissance from France. A gorgeous
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Antique Late 19th Century French Baroque Bookcases

Materials

Bronze

Small Burled Penhurst Bookcase
Located in Annville, PA
The Niagara Furniture Small Burled Penshurst Bookcase with two shelves. The burled cornice is
Category

2010s Federal Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Small Burled Penhurst Bookcase
Small Burled Penhurst Bookcase
H 39 in W 37 in D 14 in
Erling Torvits Veneered Exotic Wood Bookcase for Klim Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1960s
By Erling Torvits, Klim Møbelfabrik
Located in Utrecht, NL
mid 1960s, including this beautiful, understated bookcase. Elegant in its simplicity, this bookcase
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Bookcase Rounded wall display case with shelf in carved bamboo straw, 1960
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Rounded wall display case with shelf in carved bamboo and woven straw, 1960 Italy
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Straw, Wood

French Painted Wood Bookcase with Chicken-Wire Door Fronts, 6.75 Ft Tall
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French carved and painted wood bookcase, with wire door fronts, from the mid 20th century. This
Category

Mid-20th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Wire

20th Century Blue and Gilt Painted Wood French Etagere Bookcase, 1930
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
French étagère from the first half of the 20th century. Furniture with shelves in carved, gilded
Category

Mid-20th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Late 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Pine Carved Arch Bookcase with Cabinet
Located in Charlotte, NC
, and bracket feet. Features upper open bookcase with the carved arch top and three fixed wood shelves
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Bookcases

Materials

Brass

19th Century Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase
Located in Houston, TX
The 19th Century Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase is a timeless furniture piece that exudes elegance and
Category

Antique 19th Century European Regency Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

19th Century Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase
19th Century Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase
H 52.5 in W 22.25 in D 14.5 in
Antique Empire Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraordinary antique empire bookcase in great condition completed and restored by our
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Antique Early 1900s French Empire Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Antique Empire Bookcase
Antique Empire Bookcase
H 95 in W 48 in D 24 in
19th Century European Pine Bookcase
Located in Houston, TX
The 19th Century European Pine Bookcase exudes elegance and functionality through its exquisite
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Antique 19th Century European Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Pine

19th Century European Pine Bookcase
19th Century European Pine Bookcase
H 31.5 in W 46.5 in D 20 in
Regency Open Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
19th-century open bookcase, the rectangular well-figured top above moulded frieze supported on
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Regency Open Bookcase
Regency Open Bookcase
H 36.5 in W 42 in D 17 in
Regency open bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
19th-century open bookcase, the rectangular well-figured top having raised pierced three quarter
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Antique Early 19th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Regency  open bookcase
Regency  open bookcase
H 37.5 in W 55 in D 12 in
Regency Open Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Regency bookcase the raised gallery supported on tulip carved fluted supports, to the large
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Antique Early 19th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Regency Open Bookcase
Regency Open Bookcase
H 52.5 in W 80 in D 17 in
Hallet Bookcase
Located in Banbury, GB
A fine carved wood and specialist aged painted break fronted bookcase after a design by Hallett.
Category

2010s Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Hallet Bookcase
Hallet Bookcase
H 96.07 in W 80.32 in D 19.3 in
Pugin Bookcase
By Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin
Located in Greenwich, CT
An early 19th century Gothic oak bookcase, the rectangular crenellated top with octafoil panels
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Antique Early 19th Century English Gothic Revival Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Pugin Bookcase
Pugin Bookcase
H 103 in W 54 in D 19 in
Turn-of-the-Century, Tuscan Bookcases
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A substantial, rare pair of mated, hand-carved, ebonized, turn-of-the-century, two part Italian
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Turn-of-the-Century, Tuscan Bookcases
Turn-of-the-Century, Tuscan Bookcases
H 98.5 in W 56 in D 19.5 in
William IV Glass Door Bookcase
Located in Wilson, NC
William IV glass door bookcase, the arched pediment has a carved swirl design in relief on each
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Antique 1830s English William IV Bookcases

Materials

Brass

William IV Glass Door Bookcase
William IV Glass Door Bookcase
H 90 in W 44.5 in D 21.63 in
Regency Rosewood Open Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
19th-century rosewood open bookcase, the rectangular marble top above carved frieze supported on
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Antique Early 19th Century British Bookcases

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Wood

Regency Rosewood Open Bookcase
Regency Rosewood Open Bookcase
H 38.5 in W 45.5 in D 15 in
Italian Louis XVI Style Polychrome Bookcase
Located in Houston, TX
A beautiful and stately Louis XVI style gessoed and polychromed bookcase made with 18th century
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20th Century Italian Louis XVI Bookcases

Materials

Wood

French Painted Open Bookcase
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French painted open bookcase with a molded cornice with carved shell and leaf medallion panels
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese French Provincial Bookcases

Materials

Wood

French Painted Open Bookcase
French Painted Open Bookcase
H 88 in W 53.75 in D 16.5 in
Dark Modern Open Bookcase
Located in Westwood, NJ
Dark Modern Bookcase, crafted from Prima Vera in our Bistre finish, features five tiers, and two
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Dark Modern Open Bookcase
Dark Modern Open Bookcase
H 93 in W 42.25 in D 16 in
Chinese Chippendale Painted Bookcase
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Chinese Chippendale style painted open bookcase with two blind fret-carved frieze drawers having
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Chinese Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Chinese Chippendale Painted Bookcase
Chinese Chippendale Painted Bookcase
H 36 in W 72 in D 15.75 in
Bookcase Paolo Buffa style
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Extraordinary cabinetmaker's work for this bookcase. Carved and inlaid . Brass details in the legs
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Bookcase Paolo Buffa style
Bookcase Paolo Buffa style
H 86.23 in W 40.56 in D 18.51 in
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Carved Wood Bookcase For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal carved wood bookcase for your home. A carved wood bookcase — often made from wood, glass and metal — can elevate any home. Find 136 options for an antique or vintage carved wood bookcase now, or shop our selection of 9 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the carved wood bookcase you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right carved wood bookcase, those designed in Arts and Crafts, Neoclassical and Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made carved wood bookcase has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Globe Wernicke, Amorph Inc. and GUNN are consistently popular.

How Much is a Carved Wood Bookcase?

The average selling price for a carved wood bookcase at 1stDibs is $4,238, while they’re typically $425 on the low end and $38,774 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets 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 storage 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. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, 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 Carved Wood Bookcase
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best wood used for building a bookcase is plywood made from hardwood. It is easily available and comes in many types. Laminated panels that can be glued together are also a great option for a bookcase. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique, new and vintage wooden bookcases.
  • 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 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
    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
    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 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 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 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 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 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
    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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