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Vintage Regency Carved Wood Daybed
Vintage Regency Carved Wood Daybed

Vintage Regency Carved Wood Daybed

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Embrace timeless elegance with our Vintage Regency Carved Wood Daybed, exquisitely crafted in

Category

Mid-20th Century American Regency Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

French Récamier Style Daybed, Circa 1920's
French Récamier Style Daybed, Circa 1920's

French Récamier Style Daybed, Circa 1920's

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French Récamier style carved-wood daybed from the early 20th century. This antique backless sofa

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1850s Hand-Carved Maple Wood Daybed, American Craftsman Style
1850s Hand-Carved Maple Wood Daybed, American Craftsman Style

1850s Hand-Carved Maple Wood Daybed, American Craftsman Style

Located in Stamford, CT

This is a very sculptural daybed, long and lean with very dynamic artistic end pieces. It is solid

Category

Antique 1850s American American Craftsman Daybeds

Materials

Maple

Hand Carved Wood, Steel & Hair On Hide Blessing Modern, Brutalist, Daybed
Hand Carved Wood, Steel & Hair On Hide Blessing Modern, Brutalist, Daybed

Hand Carved Wood, Steel & Hair On Hide Blessing Modern, Brutalist, Daybed

By Egg Designs

Located in Bothas Hill, KZN

This daybed is part of our Blessing collection. This modern, Brutalist inspired daybed is set on a

Category

2010s South African Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Indian Antique Carved Wooden Daybed/sofa
Indian Antique Carved Wooden Daybed/sofa

Indian Antique Carved Wooden Daybed/sofa

Located in Dallas, TX

Bring a sense of storied luxury into your home with this antique carved wooden daybed/sofa, a true

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Daybeds

Materials

Wood

Daybed Louis XVI Style in Copper Clad on Teak Wood, Daybed by Paul Mathieu
Daybed Louis XVI Style in Copper Clad on Teak Wood, Daybed by Paul Mathieu

Daybed Louis XVI Style in Copper Clad on Teak Wood, Daybed by Paul Mathieu

By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

traditional Indian craft of metal clad furniture. This elegant Daybed is hand carved from solid pieces of

Category

2010s Indian Louis XVI Daybeds

Materials

Copper, Sheet Metal

Wood Frame Daybed in Oak with Attached Neck Rest and Loose Cushion
Wood Frame Daybed in Oak with Attached Neck Rest and Loose Cushion

Wood Frame Daybed in Oak with Attached Neck Rest and Loose Cushion

By LF Upholstery

Located in Brooklyn, NY

high density foam wrapped in down and feather - wood frame with carefully selected wood all hand carved

Category

2010s American American Classical Daybeds

Materials

Oak

Upholstered Daybed with Bolster and Loose Seat Cushion on Oak Wood Legs
Upholstered Daybed with Bolster and Loose Seat Cushion on Oak Wood Legs

Upholstered Daybed with Bolster and Loose Seat Cushion on Oak Wood Legs

By LF Upholstery

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The foster daybed can be used in various rooms - super comfortable loose seat cushion made of foam

Category

2010s American American Classical Daybeds

Materials

Oak

French Empire Style Painted Wooden Daybed / Chaise with carved swan side
French Empire Style Painted Wooden Daybed / Chaise with carved swan side

French Empire Style Painted Wooden Daybed / Chaise with carved swan side

Located in Buffalo, NY

Wonderful French Empire Daybed / Chaise Lounge,,Great size and proportion. Carved and gilded swan

Category

Vintage 1920s French Empire Revival Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Giltwood

Upholstered Daybed with Mattress and Decorative Bolster on Wood Base and Legs
Upholstered Daybed with Mattress and Decorative Bolster on Wood Base and Legs

Upholstered Daybed with Mattress and Decorative Bolster on Wood Base and Legs

By LF Upholstery

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Randolph daybed is a stylish and modern piece that can be used in any room. Hand made in our

Category

2010s American American Classical Daybeds

Materials

Foam, Oak

Louis XV Daybed In Beech Carved On All 4 Sides, France, 18th Century
Louis XV Daybed In Beech Carved On All 4 Sides, France, 18th Century

Louis XV Daybed In Beech Carved On All 4 Sides, France, 18th Century

Located in Honnelles, WHT

Louis XV daybed in beech carved on all 4 sides, velvet in good condition but it is preferable to

Category

Antique 18th Century European Louis XV Daybeds

Materials

Wood, Beech

Large Gustavian 18th Century Painted Daybed
Large Gustavian 18th Century Painted Daybed

Large Gustavian 18th Century Painted Daybed

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

An impressive (and long) Swedish Gustavian daybed from the 1790s. The bed frame is all hand carved

Category

Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Daybeds

Materials

Muslin, Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Swedish 18th Century Louis XVI Style Painted Daybed
Swedish 18th Century Louis XVI Style Painted Daybed

Swedish 18th Century Louis XVI Style Painted Daybed

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

arms of this daybed are symmetrical in height, carved with iconic Louis XVI style motifs to appreciate

Category

Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Daybeds

Materials

Velvet, Wood

19th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Upholstered Daybed in Original Paint
19th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Upholstered Daybed in Original Paint

19th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Upholstered Daybed in Original Paint

Located in Wichita, KS

An elegant Gustavian period daybed from the 19th century wearing original paint and newly

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Daybeds

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paint

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Daybed with Foliage Carving
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Daybed with Foliage Carving

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Daybed with Foliage Carving

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French Louis XVI style painted wood daybed from the 19th century with foliage carved decor and

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Daybeds

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Wood

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Lady's Opium Daybed with Rattan Seat and Pillow
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Lady's Opium Daybed with Rattan Seat and Pillow

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Lady's Opium Daybed with Rattan Seat and Pillow

Located in Yonkers, NY

, pillow, two small drawers and auspicious carved cloudy motifs. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Daybeds

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu
Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture in air, sudden

Category

2010s American Other Daybeds

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Fine Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu
Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Fine Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Fine Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu

By Paul Mathieu (French), 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 American Other Daybeds

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Paul Mathieu (French), 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 American Other Daybeds

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu
Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture in air, sudden

Category

2010s American Other Daybeds

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu
Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture in air, sudden

Category

2010s American Other Daybeds

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu
Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Paul Mathieu (French), 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 American Other Daybeds

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Fine Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Fine Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Fine Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture

Category

2010s American Other Daybeds

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Mid. Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Mid. Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Mid. Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture

Category

2010s American Other Daybeds

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu
Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Paul Mathieu (French), 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 American Other Daybeds

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Fine Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu
Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Fine Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Fine Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture in air, sudden change

Category

2010s American Other Daybeds

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu For S Odegard
Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu For S Odegard

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu For S Odegard

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture in air, sudden change

Category

2010s American Other Daybeds

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu for S Odegard
Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu for S Odegard

Louise Settee Art Deco Daybeds in Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu for S Odegard

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture in air, sudden change

Category

2010s American Other Daybeds

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Venetian Silver Gilt Day Bed
Venetian Silver Gilt Day Bed

Venetian Silver Gilt Day Bed

Located in Riverdale, NY

Venetian daybed of hand-carved wood with silver gilt accents on a Venetian grey blue ground. Ornate

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Daybeds

Materials

Wood

Isabis Swing
Isabis Swing

Isabis Swing

By Modu Studio

Located in New York, NY

, and beauty. Its arms are hand-carved from solid walnut using Naguri, an ancient Japanese technique

Category

2010s American Modern Daybeds

Materials

Bronze, Stainless Steel

The Toucan Bench in Patch Cerulean, Made in UK by Sister - Modern Stylish Bench
The Toucan Bench in Patch Cerulean, Made in UK by Sister - Modern Stylish Bench

The Toucan Bench in Patch Cerulean, Made in UK by Sister - Modern Stylish Bench

Located in London, GB

The Toucan is as comfortable and versatile as it is fun. The chunky upholstered top balances on two sturdy timber plinth style feet, inspired by modernist forms and the uniquely shap...

Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Wool, Wood, Fabric, Oak, Walnut

French Directoire Carved Wood and Red Upholstered Daybed
French Directoire Carved Wood and Red Upholstered Daybed

French Directoire Carved Wood and Red Upholstered Daybed

Located in Queens, NY

French Directoire daybed with a carved wooden frame a finial top on each end and an urn engraved in

Category

20th Century French Directoire Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Faux Bamboo Carved Walnut Wood Rails Decorative Daybed Sofa Bench Frame MINT!
Faux Bamboo Carved Walnut Wood Rails Decorative Daybed Sofa Bench Frame MINT!

Faux Bamboo Carved Walnut Wood Rails Decorative Daybed Sofa Bench Frame MINT!

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Faux Bamboo Carved Walnut Wood Rails Decorative Daybed Sofa Bench Frame MINT!

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Gustavian Daybed with Elegantly Carved Amphora Motifs
Gustavian Daybed with Elegantly Carved Amphora Motifs

Gustavian Daybed with Elegantly Carved Amphora Motifs

Located in PARIS, FR

This stunning Gustavian daybed, dating back to the 18th century, is a perfect example of Swedish

Category

Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

A French Louis XVI painted and carved daybed, 18th C
A French Louis XVI painted and carved daybed, 18th C

A French Louis XVI painted and carved daybed, 18th C

Located in Philadelphia, PA

French Louis XVI painted and carved daybed, 18th C. Beautifully carved with with spiral fluted

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Maison Jansen Hollywood Regency Swan Bench / Daybed, Hand Carved, Distressed
Maison Jansen Hollywood Regency Swan Bench / Daybed, Hand Carved, Distressed

Maison Jansen Hollywood Regency Swan Bench / Daybed, Hand Carved, Distressed

By Maison Jansen

Located in Manhasset, NY

Maison Jansen Hollywood Regency Swan Bench / Daybed, Hand Carved, Distressed Very unique French

Category

Early 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Benches

Materials

Textile, Wood

A French Louis XV style carved and painted daybed C 1900.
A French Louis XV style carved and painted daybed C 1900.

A French Louis XV style carved and painted daybed C 1900.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This fantastic painted and upholstered bed is carved on all sides with foliate, urn and scrolled

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Antique French Louis Style Twin Daybed with Stained Finish
Antique French Louis Style Twin Daybed with Stained Finish

Antique French Louis Style Twin Daybed with Stained Finish

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French Louis Style Daybed in a stained and painted finish. Fabulous shape, carving, original finish

Category

Antique 19th Century French Charles X Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

French Louis XV-Style Beige Wooden Leather Upholstered Daybed
French Louis XV-Style Beige Wooden Leather Upholstered Daybed

French Louis XV-Style Beige Wooden Leather Upholstered Daybed

Located in Queens, NY

French Louis XV-style (1st half 20th Century) daybed with white distressed painted finish having

Category

20th Century French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Vintage French Neoclassical Cane Daybed Sofa with Bolster Cushions
Vintage French Neoclassical Cane Daybed Sofa with Bolster Cushions

Vintage French Neoclassical Cane Daybed Sofa with Bolster Cushions

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

woven cane with a structured, dark-stained wood frame. The piece is characterized by its triple-arched

Category

Mid-20th Century French Provincial Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

19th Century Biedermeier Directoire style Twin Daybed Walnut & Gilded decoration
19th Century Biedermeier Directoire style Twin Daybed Walnut & Gilded decoration

19th Century Biedermeier Directoire style Twin Daybed Walnut & Gilded decoration

Located in West Hollywood, CA

(190.5 cm)Depth: 44 in (111.76 cm) Materials and Techniques: Giltwood, Walnut, Wood, Carved, Hand-Carved

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Giltwood

South Indian Solid Wood Daybed with Carved Wood Ends
South Indian Solid Wood Daybed with Carved Wood Ends

South Indian Solid Wood Daybed with Carved Wood Ends

Located in Richmond, CA

Daybed or low table from southern India made of one enormous plank of jackfruit wood. Top sits on

Category

Vintage 1940s Indian Daybeds

Baker Carved Daybed Frame
Baker Carved Daybed Frame

Baker Carved Daybed Frame

Unavailable|$1,000

Baker Carved Daybed Frame

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Geneva, IL

Transitional style daybed is made by Baker Furniture. This is the frame only without cushion. Faux

Category

Vintage 1960s American Daybeds

Materials

Wood

A Louis XVI Style Carved and Painted Daybed
A Louis XVI Style Carved and Painted Daybed

A Louis XVI Style Carved and Painted Daybed

Located in New York, NY

A Louis XVI Style Carved and Painted Daybed/Window Seat upholstered in Brown Horsehair, France c

Category

Vintage 1930s French Louis XVI Daybeds

Materials

Wood

French Leather Daybed with Nailhead Decor and Carved Legs
French Leather Daybed with Nailhead Decor and Carved Legs

French Leather Daybed with Nailhead Decor and Carved Legs

Located in New York, NY

French Leather Daybed with Nailhead Decor and Carved Wood Legs All Original

Category

Antique 19th Century French Daybeds

Materials

Wood, Leather, Upholstery

20th Century Chinese Daybed / Settee
20th Century Chinese Daybed / Settee

20th Century Chinese Daybed / Settee

Located in Chamblee, GA

Beautifully heavily hand carved daybed / settee with silk cushion and pillows, Hand painted in

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Daybeds

Materials

Giltwood, Silk, Wood

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Carved Wood Daybed For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal carved wood daybed for your home. Frequently made of wood, fabric and upholstery, every carved wood daybed was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a carved wood daybed, we have 101 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer carved wood daybed, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right carved wood daybed, those designed in Empire, Louis XVI and Louis XV styles are of considerable interest. A well-made carved wood daybed has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Baker Furniture Company, Johan Lindgren and Kelly Wearstler are consistently popular.

How Much is a Carved Wood Daybed?

Prices for a carved wood daybed start at $950 and top out at $32,500 with the average selling for $5,295.

Finding the Right Day-beds for You

An antique or vintage daybed is a practical solution for furnishing any modest-sized bedroom or guest room and can even be a versatile option for the reading nook in your living room.

Daybeds, which traditionally comprise a simple three-sided frame and twin-size mattress or boxy foam cushion, have a long history that dates back at least to the early Greeks and Romans. The spare construction and multipurpose nature of these multifunctional marvels — they’re not loveseats, sofas or chaise longues, but each share some commonalities — have over time rendered them an easy and often essential piece of seating.

All manner of daybeds have materialized over the years. There are ornate, unconventional versions created in the Louis XV, Art Deco and Empire styles, while popular mid-century modern iterations include the Barcelona daybed, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich, as well as the Nelson daybed, which architect George Nelson created for Herman Miller in the 1940s. But you don’t have to limit yourself to one of the classics.

Variations on the daybed have been developed all over the world, and contemporary examples come in all shapes, upholstery options and sizes. (They’re no longer limited to twin size.) No matter what style you choose, this luxury furnishing ensures that you don’t have to wait until nighttime to start dreaming.

On 1stDibs, find a cozy collection of antique, new and vintage daybeds today.

Questions About Carved Wood Daybed
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese wood carving is a decorative object carved by hand by Chinese artisans out of local wood, such as nanmu, zitan, bomu or yinxing. This form of sculpture is sometimes called mudiao. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jepara wood carving is the intricate wood carving art that comes from the city of Jepara in Indonesia. Artisans typically work with teak wood to create beautiful carved detail and scenes in a piece of furniture. Shop a collection of Jepara wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Paete wood carving is a decorative wooden object produced by artisans in Paete, Philippines. In 2005, the village was officially dubbed the Woodcarving Capital of the Philippines due to the intricate sculptures and statues produced there. Shop a variety of wood art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 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 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
    Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What carved wood art is called depends on the type of piece. Three-dimensional pieces created by hand-carving wood are whittlings, while carvings into a flat piece of wood are reliefs. Shop a collection of wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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.