What are the types of wood carving?

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.

What is Chinese wood carving?

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.

What is Jepara wood carving?

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.

What is a Paete wood carving?

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.

What is Japanese wood carving?

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.

How do you identify wood carvings?

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.

What is the difference between wood carving and sculpture?

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.

What wood is used for carving in Bali?

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.

How can I tell if carved wood is antique?

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.

How can you tell if wood is hand-carved?

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.

What is carved wood art called?

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.

What wood is used for carving in Indonesia?

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.

What wood is used for African carvings?

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.

What are carved wood figures in African art?

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.

Carved Wood Columns

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Antique Columns

Pair of Carved Wood Columns Pedestals

$4,724 / set

Pair of Carved Wood Columns Pedestals

Located in London, GB

Classical carved wood columns pedestals in leafy scrollwork.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Pair of 18th Century French Louis XVI Carved Wood Column Pedestals

$5,950 / set

Pair of 18th Century French Louis XVI Carved Wood Column Pedestals

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of 18th century French Louis XVI carved wood column pedestals. This gorgeous pair of carved wood with gesso Neoclassical style fluted columns or pedestals are great stand alone ...

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Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Pedestals

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Wood

British Colonial Decorative Carved Wood Column on Custom Stand

$1,055

British Colonial Decorative Carved Wood Column on Custom Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A single 19th century British Colonial carved wood column with custom stand. This antique hand carved wooden architectural element from India, which stands approximately 5.5 feet in ...

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Antique 19th Century Indian British Colonial Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Hand-Carved Italian Wood Columns, 19th Century, Elegant Display Art

$1,600 / set

Hand-Carved Italian Wood Columns, 19th Century, Elegant Display Art

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Elegant Pair of hand Carved wood Columns, probably from Italian , great object of art for display.

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Antique 19th Century Italian Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Italian Neoclassical French Empire Green & Gold Painted Wooden Column Pedestal

$1,800

Italian Neoclassical French Empire Green & Gold Painted Wooden Column Pedestal

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Italian Neoclassical / French Empire Style Green & Gold Painted Carved Wood Column Pedestal. Circa 1900, (painted finish appears to be a vintage addition) Measurements: Over...

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Antique Early 1900s Empire Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood, Paint

French Pair 19th Century Painted Wood Columns, 7.25 Ft Tall

$6,440 / set

French Pair 19th Century Painted Wood Columns, 7.25 Ft Tall

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French pair of tall carved wood columns from the 19th century. This antique pair of wooden architectural elements from France, standing approximately 7.25 feet in height, each feat...

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Antique 19th Century French Pedestals and Columns

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Wood

Pair of Large Carved Wood Pedestal Columns

$8,800 / set

Pair of Large Carved Wood Pedestal Columns

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 19th Century carved and painted wood Spanish pedestals. Original painted finish. Measurements: Height: 59.25" Width: 16.25" (square base)

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Antique 19th Century Mexican Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Neoclassical Style Carved Wood and Bronze Spiral Column / Pedestal

$1,800Sale Price|20% Off

Neoclassical Style Carved Wood and Bronze Spiral Column / Pedestal

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is followed by a spiral carved wide column that ends with a square wood base with four bronze bird talons and wood ball feet.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Bronze

Mid Century Vintage Wood Carved Corinthian Column Pedestal

$1,250

Mid Century Vintage Wood Carved Corinthian Column Pedestal

Located in Stamford, CT

Nice mid century vintage carved wood Corinthian column pedestal with a square base.

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Mid-20th Century French Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Italy Hand-Carved Solid Oak Wood Column Base

$3,090Sale Price|20% Off

Italy Hand-Carved Solid Oak Wood Column Base

By DD Dimore

Located in Brescia, IT

This engaging contemporary wooden made column has the surface finely hand sculpted in solid oak wood and then it is finished in moka color. The result is a stunning piece that is an ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Oak

18th Century Spanish Hand-Carved Fluted Wood Column

$3,512

18th Century Spanish Hand-Carved Fluted Wood Column

Located in Marbella, ES

18th Century Spanish hand-carved fluted wood column.

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Antique carved wood Corinthian Column or pedestal, France ca. 1890

$995

Antique carved wood Corinthian Column or pedestal, France ca. 1890

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Vintage wooden Corinthian column with great patina. This pillar was hand crafted around 1890 in France and perfectly suitable as pedestal or plant table. Crafted from high-quality ...

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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Pair of Italian Baroque Gilt-wood Carved Columns

$42,500 / set

Pair of Italian Baroque Gilt-wood Carved Columns

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Italian Baroque (late 17th/18th Century ) polychromed & gilt-wood Solomonic columns with swirl design and heavily carved with putti & grape vines (PRICED AS Pair).

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Baroque Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Gold Leaf

Monolithic Teak Wood columns

$8,750 / set

Monolithic Teak Wood columns

Located in Mexico City, MX

Monolithic Teak Wood columns, carved stone bases with an elegant typical Indian design.

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Antique 18th Century Indian Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Stone

Antique 18th Century Pair Of Columns Hand Carved Wood Painted Flowers

$4,448 / set

Antique 18th Century Pair Of Columns Hand Carved Wood Painted Flowers

Located in Munich, DE

These columns were handcarved out of wood in the middle of the 18th century either in the South of France or in Spain. Garlands of roses and leaves wind themselves around the wood. T...

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Antique 1760s French Louis XV Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

two columns and four fluted half-columns, carved wood and faux marble, 18th

$22,243 / set

two columns and four fluted half-columns, carved wood and faux marble, 18th

Located in Honnelles, WHT

Set of two columns and four fluted half-columns, carved and painted wood in faux marble, gilded wooden capitals, 18th century

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Antique 18th Century Italian Greco Roman Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Bentwood

Italy Hand-Carved Oak Wood Column in Post Modern Style

$3,863

Italy Hand-Carved Oak Wood Column in Post Modern Style

By DD Dimore

Located in Brescia, IT

This engaging contemporary wooden made column has the surface finely hand sculpted in solid oak wood and then it is finished in moka color. The result is a stunning piece that is an ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Oak

Early 18th Century Large Pair of Wood Carved French Baroque Solomonic Columns

$3,937Sale Price / set|25% Off

Early 18th Century Large Pair of Wood Carved French Baroque Solomonic Columns

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Early 18th Century Large Pair of Wood Carved French Baroque Solomonic Columns These beautiful and rare carvings are polychrome and gilded.

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Antique Early 18th Century French Baroque Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Balinese Carved Polychrome Wood Temple Columns in Chain Link Design, PAIR

$12,000 / set

Balinese Carved Polychrome Wood Temple Columns in Chain Link Design, PAIR

Located in North Miami, FL

These are TWO massive handcrafted polychrome wood carved columns/pillars in the Anglo-Indian style with deep aqua blue stain.

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Antique Late 19th Century Balinese Anglo-Indian Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Ebonized Carved Wood Pedestal Column w Acanthus Decoration, c.1890

$1,950

Art Nouveau Ebonized Carved Wood Pedestal Column w Acanthus Decoration, c.1890

Located in Atlanta, GA

A striking Art Nouveau display pedestal in ebonized wood, formed as a classical column and carved with considerable decorative ambition.

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Antique 1890s English Art Nouveau Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

20th Century Spanish Carved Gilt Polychrome Wood Corinthian Columns.Set of three

$2,625Sale Price|85% Off

20th Century Spanish Carved Gilt Polychrome Wood Corinthian Columns.Set of three

Located in Miami, FL

Set of three 20th century Spanish carved gilt and polychrome wood columns A spectacular set of 20th century Spanish Mannerist (Late Renaissance) carved gilt and polychrome wood colum...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Greco Roman Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood, Paint

Early-Mid 18th Century Baroque Carved & Gilt Column

$960

Early-Mid 18th Century Baroque Carved & Gilt Column

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Carved wood and gilded. Now on a very heavy, to hold the weight of the column, custom iron stand (lifts off - iron shaft with attached round iron base).

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Antique Early 18th Century European Baroque Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Iron

Swedish Gustavian Tall Painted Wood Column Stand

$1,450

Swedish Gustavian Tall Painted Wood Column Stand

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Bring a touch of Scandinavian classical architecture into your home with this impressive vintage Column Pedestal. Certainly makes a wonderful addition to any home seeking a display p...

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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of columns with oak leaves in carved wood and stucco, late 19th century

$8,194

Pair of columns with oak leaves in carved wood and stucco, late 19th century

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

This pair of columns in resinous wood with stucco decorations was executed in the late 19th century. The columns are fluted and grooved. The grooving, first solid, then in sculpted ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Stucco, Wood

18th CENTURY PAIR OF PAINTED WOOD TWISTED COLUMNS

$4,097

18th CENTURY PAIR OF PAINTED WOOD TWISTED COLUMNS

Located in Firenze, FI

Pair of wooden twisted columns, finely carved and painted with a black and yellow duotone. The columns are enriched with pure gold leaf gilding, with particular attention to details ...

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Antique Early 18th Century Italian Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pairs of Antique Carved Oak Column Pedestals

$3,840

Pairs of Antique Carved Oak Column Pedestals

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A pair of turned and carved oak column pedestals, salvaged from a church in Portsmouth. Styled foliage and floral designs to the centre, these large scale, rich colour and appealing...

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Early 20th Century English Gothic Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Oak, Wood

Pair of Italian Rococo Painted Carved Columns

$65,000 / set

Pair of Italian Rococo Painted Carved Columns

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Italian Rococo style (probably 18th Century) dark green painted columns with swirl design upper section and gold carved floral & bird trim with corinthian style capitals (PRI...

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Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Pair of Hand-Carved Wooden Fluted Columns in Natural Tone

$2,692 / set

Pair of Hand-Carved Wooden Fluted Columns in Natural Tone

Located in Marbella, ES

Pair of Hand-Carved Wooden Fluted Columns in Natural Tone

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Antique 19th Century Spanish Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Pair of Italian Carved Creme Peinte Baroque Columns

$2,988 / set

Pair of Italian Carved Creme Peinte Baroque Columns

Located in Charlottesville, VA

Pair of Italian Carved Creme Peinte Baroque Columns, 18th-19th c., the three-quarter round columns set with Ionic capitals and standards wrapped with painted grapes and grapevines, o...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Pair Of Antique Carved Painted Wooden Pilaster Half Columns, 19th Century

$1,181 / set

Pair Of Antique Carved Painted Wooden Pilaster Half Columns, 19th Century

Located in Bristol, GB

ANTIQUE ARCHITECTURAL SALVAGED COLUMNS A matching pair of decorative pilaster columns hand carved in the classical style taking in elements of both Corinthian and Ionic forming a c...

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Antique 19th Century British Neoclassical Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood, Paint

Carved Wood Bases

$7,750 / set

Carved Wood Bases

Located in New York, NY

Substantial pair of 18th century Italian gilded bases with ornate carved detailing.

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Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 Italian Rococo Painted Carved Columns

$145,000 / set

Set of 4 Italian Rococo Painted Carved Columns

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 4 Italian Rococo (17th/18th Century) green painted columns with gold swirl carved floral design and Corinthian capitals.

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Antique Late 17th Century Italian Rococo Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Pair of Carved Wooden Columns in the Taste of Antiquity, 20th Century.

$11,695 / set

Pair of Carved Wooden Columns in the Taste of Antiquity, 20th Century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of Antique style columns in carved wood, 20th century. Dimensions : H: 220cm, W: 35cm, D: 35cm Contact us before ordering to confirm product availability.

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21st Century and Contemporary European Greco Roman Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Pair (2) of magnificent golden columns/pedestals, solid wood, 20th Century

$7,562 / set

Pair (2) of magnificent golden columns/pedestals, solid wood, 20th Century

Located in Berlin, DE

Pair (2) of magnificent golden columns/pedestals, solid wood An impressive and high-quality pair of French columns made of gilt wood and marble. Each pedestal stands on a square bas...

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20th Century French Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

A Pair of Satin Wood Indian Columns from Chettinad

$13,800Sale Price / set|23% Off

A Pair of Satin Wood Indian Columns from Chettinad

Located in Chicago, IL

The granite bases are meticulously carved into lotus motifs, symbolizing purity and enhancing the columns' aesthetic appeal.

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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Satinwood

Vintage French Architectural Wood Crafted Dual Columned Free Standing Archway

$3,995

Vintage French Architectural Wood Crafted Dual Columned Free Standing Archway

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage French Style Architectural Wood Crafted Dual Columned Free Standing Archway This Vintage French Style Architectural Wood Crafted Dual Columned Free-Standing Archway has a S...

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Boho Carved Corinthian Columns - A Set of 2

$3,450 / set

Vintage Boho Carved Corinthian Columns - A Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Introduce unparalleled architectural grandeur to your interior with this magnificent pair of monumental, hand-carved polychrome columns. Standing over eight feet tall, these vintage ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of Fluted Wood Columns, Louis Philippe Style, 19th Century

$9,002 / set

Pair of Fluted Wood Columns, Louis Philippe Style, 19th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

The fluted details and horizontal cornice evoke a classic, timeless aesthetic, while the Doric-inspired design adds structural elegance to each column. Crafted from carved wood, the...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Walnut

French Carved Gilt Corinthian Column This is an18th Century piece

$2,024

French Carved Gilt Corinthian Column This is an18th Century piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

French Carved Gilt Corinthian Column This is an18th Century piece, the column is fluted and decorated in the Roman style with leaves and scrolls. The column is finished in age darke...

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Antique 18th Century French Provincial Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

19th Century Italian Architectural Corinthian Wood Columns on Stone Base - Pair

$7,814Sale Price|25% Off

19th Century Italian Architectural Corinthian Wood Columns on Stone Base - Pair

Located in Firenze, IT

This dramatic pair of highly decorative antique building elements are made out of solid wood carved in the round, handcrafted as pure representations the original ancient Greek mode...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Stone, Sandstone

Pair of large Neoclassical Columns, Pine Wood, France circa 1910

$4,682 / set

Pair of large Neoclassical Columns, Pine Wood, France circa 1910

Located in Regensburg, DE

Beautif pair of heavy, neoclassical greek cumns from France, early 20th century, circa 1900-1920. Sid pine soft wood. Strong fluting of the stele. Square cornice and plinth. Doric ca...

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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Revival Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Pine

Fluted Chocolate Brown Wood Column, Louis Philippe Style, 19th Century

$4,861

Fluted Chocolate Brown Wood Column, Louis Philippe Style, 19th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

The fluted details and horizontal cornice evoke a classic, timeless aesthetic, while the Doric-inspired design adds structural elegance to the column. Crafted from carved wood, the ...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

19th C. American Carved Wood and Gesso Corinthian Capitals

$7,850

19th C. American Carved Wood and Gesso Corinthian Capitals

Located in Kent, CT

A striking pair of 19th Century American, intricately carved wood Corinthian style capitals decorated with acanthus leaves and other flora.

Category

Antique 19th Century Classical Roman Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Gesso, Wood

Doric Column Pedestal Drinks Table

$985

Doric Column Pedestal Drinks Table

Located in New York, NY

Doric Column Pedestal Drinks Table. Vintage Neoclassical fluted wood column pedestal with square base. Italy, 20th Century. Dimensions: 19.5" H x 13.25" square base; top 10.5" diam...

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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

French Louis XVI Style Carved Wood Pedestal

$6,000

French Louis XVI Style Carved Wood Pedestal

Located in Dallas, TX

A large French Louis XVI style carved wood pedestal with a faux marble and gilded finish. This is a very decorative piece that can hold a large vessel or bust.

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Gold Leaf

Italian Neoclassical Style Painted and Giltwood Architectural Pilaster Columns

$4,250 / set

Italian Neoclassical Style Painted and Giltwood Architectural Pilaster Columns

Located in Houston, TX

These beautiful carved wood columns are in a lovely grey-blue color with gilt accents.

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Antique 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Architectural Elements

Materials

Giltwood

Stele, Selette in Carved and Gilded Wood, 19th Century.

$3,746

Stele, Selette in Carved and Gilded Wood, 19th Century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Stele, Selette in carved and gilded wood, 19th century. Carved and gilded wood column in the Louis XVI style, 19th century.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Pair Greco-Roman Columns

$11,800 / set

Pair Greco-Roman Columns

Located in Houston, TX

20th Century pair of Greco-Roman columns: soft butter yellow and cream colored heavy papier-mâché columns on wood base.

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20th Century Italian Greco Roman Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Composition

Solid Teak Wood Column Base of Traditional Javanese House, Organic c. 1900

$670

Solid Teak Wood Column Base of Traditional Javanese House, Organic c. 1900

By Southeast Asia

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A wonderful soild teak wood column base the once occupied the interior structure of a traditional Javanese "Limasan" house.

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Teak

Solid Teak Wood Column Base of Traditional Javanese House, Organic c. 1900

$670

Solid Teak Wood Column Base of Traditional Javanese House, Organic c. 1900

By Southeast Asia

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A wonderful soild teak wood column base the once occupied the interior structure of a traditional Javanese "Limasan" house.

Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Teak

Solid Teak Wood Column Base of Traditional Javanese House, Organic c. 1900

$670

Solid Teak Wood Column Base of Traditional Javanese House, Organic c. 1900

By Southeast Asia

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A wonderful soild teak wood column base the once occupied the interior structure of a traditional Javanese "Limasan" house.

Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Teak

Solid Teak Wood Column Base of Traditional Javanese House, Organic c. 1900

$670

Solid Teak Wood Column Base of Traditional Javanese House, Organic c. 1900

By Southeast Asia

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A wonderful soild teak wood column base the once occupied the interior structure of a traditional Javanese "Limasan" house.

Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Teak

Neoclassical White and Black Solid Wood Pedestal, Hand-Carved

$2,520

Neoclassical White and Black Solid Wood Pedestal, Hand-Carved

By Alexander's Collection, Alexander Anisimov

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Neoclassical Ebony Solid Wood Pedestal with Openwork Carving Introducing the Neoclassical Ebony Solid Wood Pedestal, a stunning addition to the "Forbidden City" collection. This exq...

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2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood, Ebony

Faux Marbled Rouge Columns

$12,500 / set

Faux Marbled Rouge Columns

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A substantial pair of c. 1900 Neoclassical style, hand carved pedestals on raised, ebonized bases. The whole veneered in a hand-painted, faux variegated, rouge marble finish.

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Vintage Boho Carved Wood Decorative Pedestal Bowl

$395

Vintage Boho Carved Wood Decorative Pedestal Bowl

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vintage hand-carved pedestal bowl is a masterclass in organic texture and rustic charm, offering an authoritative presence for any curated interior. Expertly hewn from a single ...

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Late 20th Century Indian Rustic Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Walnut Carved Wood Pedestal, Hand Painted, Round Top, USA, 1960

$1,375

Walnut Carved Wood Pedestal, Hand Painted, Round Top, USA, 1960

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Elegant pedestal made of carved walnut wood , hand painted , nice patina ,with round top and square bottom. Solid standing , great displaying feather pedestal. Top size:13”

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Vintage 1960s American Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Vintage Boho Carved Corinthian Wood Pedestals - A Pair

$2,650 / set

Vintage Boho Carved Corinthian Wood Pedestals - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Add a touch of timeless elegance to your space with this exquisite pair of vintage Corinthian wood pedestals. Featuring finely carved capitals with intricate detailing, these classic...

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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

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Carved Wood Columns For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of carved wood columns for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct carved wood columns — often made from wood, metal and paint — can elevate any home. Carved wood columns have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Carved wood columns are generally popular furniture pieces, but Baroque, Neoclassical and Rococo styles are often sought at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small carved wood columns measuring 3.35 inches across. There have been many well-made carved wood columns over the years, but those made by DD Dimore, Decorative Crafts and Jean-Paul Mazaroz are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Carved Wood Columns?

Prices for carved wood columns start at $395 and top out at $167,500 with the average selling for $3,193.

Finding the Right Pedestals And Columns for You

Antique and vintage columns and pedestals can make a statement in your home with their timeless beauty. They have a rich architectural history, from ancient Egyptian columns adorned with lotus capitals to the stylized Corinthian columns of Greece. Today, they can add refinement to your spaces, both indoors and out.

The options for pedestals and columns are endless. Influenced by everything from ancient ruins to European palaces, columns and pedestals include contemporary designs and distressed pieces. There are modern designs from all over the world, such as Pakistani, Italian and French examples. Other designs draw on architectural heritage, like those created in the Louis XIV style, which references Greece and Rome and evokes the decadence of Versailles through gold and vivid colors.

The materials used in columns and pedestals can vary widely. Marble and gilt pedestals add elegance, while patina brass columns offer sophistication. An upcycled item such as an industrial press can become a column, while certain mid-century barstools can be repurposed as pedestals.

Whether elaborate Victorian or Art Deco designs, pedestals and columns can be the base for another piece of art, adding height or accenting a sculpture. One or several can display ferns or other plants with trailing vines. Some pedestals come with planters for this purpose.

On their own, these elements can provide character and a touch of antiquity to one’s decor. Columns and pedestals made of stone, wood and rattan are among those available on 1stDibs. Browse hundreds of columns and pedestals to find one for your space.

Questions About Carved Wood Columns

What are the types of wood carving?
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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.
What is Chinese wood carving?
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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.
What is Jepara wood carving?
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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.
What is a Paete wood carving?
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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.
What is Japanese wood carving?
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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.
How do you identify wood carvings?
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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.
What is the difference between wood carving and sculpture?
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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.
What wood is used for carving in Bali?
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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.
How can I tell if carved wood is antique?
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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.
How can you tell if wood is hand-carved?
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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.
What is carved wood art called?
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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.
What wood is used for carving in Indonesia?
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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.
What wood is used for African carvings?
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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.
What are carved wood figures in African art?
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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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