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Hand Carved Wood Monk Table Lamp by Aldo Tura for Macabo, Italy, 1950s
By Aldo Tura, Macabo
Located in Rome, IT
Not many Aldo Tura pieces can be compared to this unique lamp, hand carved from a single piece of
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1960s Carved Wood Sculpture of Monk or Friar Wearing Robe
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s Carved Wood Monk or Friar Wearing Robe
Smooth Wood
Robe's Mantel/Hood covers head
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Wood Carved Monks Painted Eyes
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of 19th century, possibly earlier, wood carved monks, largely intact, with painted eyes
Category
Antique 19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Damo Bodhidharma Monk Carved Camphor Wood Statue
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful solid camphor wood statue of the legendary Buddhist monk Bodhidharma (Damo), who is
Category
20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
19th Century Hand Carved Wood Baby Monk Face
Located in Delray Beach, FL
A beautiful 19th century Buddhist baby monk head, hand carved wood depicting the baby looking
Category
Antique 19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Pair of Qing Dynasty Tibetan Carved Wood Praying Monks
Located in Kastrup, DK
A pair of Tibetan praying monks, carved from wood and painted in polychrome.
Height: 24 cm.
China
Category
Early 20th Century Tibetan Qing Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Carved Oak Chinese Monk Wood Figure Lamp
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage carved oak modernist Chinese monk wood figure lamp modeled much after the style of Jascha
Category
Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Hotei / "Happy Buddha" Wandering Monk Carved Wood Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
A well carved mid-century Hotei / "Happy Buddha" wandering monk sculpture in hardwood, circa 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Japanese Wood Carved Polychrome Sculpture of a Seated Temple Monk, Edo Period
Located in Studio City, CA
seen another quite like it. The monk appears to have glass eyes which gives his expression a very
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
H 18 in W 18 in D 13 in
Japanese Signed Showa Hand Carved Wood Noh Theater Mask of Buddhist Monk Shunkan
Located in Studio City, CA
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The mask is handcrafted and hand carved from natural wood and is signed and sealed by the maker
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Masks
Materials
Wood
H 8 in W 5.5 in D 3.5 in
Vintage Folk Art Carved Wood Ashtray with Monk Head Smoking Cigar - 1Y172
Located in Bordeaux, FR
, adding a touch of elegance.
Features:
Material: Carved and patinated wood
Design: Monk's head smoking a
Category
Early 20th Century French Empire Antiquities
Materials
Wood
H 2.37 in W 6.3 in D 4.34 in
Hand Carved Wood from Musician Monks 20th Century, Rare, Unique, Rarity, Good or
Located in Vienna, AT
Hand carved wood of monks 20th century, rare, unique, rarity, good original condition.
Category
Vintage 1930s Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
H 6.3 in W 11.42 in D 4.34 in
Pair of Carved Oak Nordic Monk Chairs
Located in Toronto, CA
Primitive Carved Monk or "Corner" chairs. Made of solid oak with unique, intricately carved
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Oak
16th Century Hand-Carved wooden Shoe with a Monk's Character
Located in Marbella, ES
16th century hand-carved wooden Shoe with a Monk's Character.
Category
Antique 16th Century Spanish Architectural Elements
Materials
Wood
Sculpture Carved in Monk's Wood Root Taking Advantage of the Shape of the Trunk
Located in Marbella, ES
Sculpture Carved in Monk's Wood Root Taking Advantage of the Shape of the Trunk
Category
Late 20th Century Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
H 39.38 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
Antique Hand Carved Oak Wood Bust or Sculpture of a Religious Monk or Friar
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This well executed hand carved bust is unsigned, but believed to have been done in England in circa
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Busts
Materials
Oak
Thai Carved and Painted Wooden Monk Statue with Dispelling of Fear Gesture
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Thai carved wooden monk statue with red, black and gilt finish, inlaid mica and Abhaya
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Wood Beads Mala Rosary Necklace
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful string of Japanese hand-crafted Buddhist Juzu mala beads made of natural wood. These
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
H 22.5 in W 2 in D 0.5 in
Japanese Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Wood Beads Mala Rosary Necklace
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful string of Japanese hand-crafted Buddhist Juzu mala beads made of natural wood. These
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
H 27.5 in W 2 in D 1 in
A Large Black Forest carved limewood study of a monk, Swiss, circa 1900
Located in Central England, GB
This most impressive large scale Black Forest limewood figure is beautifully carved and depicts the
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Wood Monk Table Lamp Attibuted to Aldo Tura for Macabo, Italy 1950s
By Aldo Tura, Macabo
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing sculpture table lamp in wood and metal attributed to Aldo Tura for Macabo.
Made
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 24.81 in W 9.45 in D 10.24 in
19th Century Buddhist Statue Monk Tang
Located in New York, NY
A Buddhist statue of Monk Tang. Xuanzang referred to as Tang, was a Chinese Buddhist monk, scholar
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Rare Folk Art Black Forest Root Wood Table Clock w. Bell Ringer Monk, Cuckoo St.
Located in Lisse, NL
entirely handcrafted out of all kinds of wood, but the most eye-catching is ofcourse the organic root wood
Category
Antique 19th Century German Gothic Revival Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 24 in W 13.3 in D 8.2 in
19th Century, Mandalay, Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Monk / Disciple
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Antique Burmese wooden seated disciple.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Size: Height 25 C.M. / Width 16.7 C.M. / Length 20 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some exp...
Category
Antique 19th Century Burmese Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Japanese Noh Mask Depicting Yoroboshi 'Blind Monk' Character Signed by Myori
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Japanese signed Noh Mask depicting Yoroboshi (Blind Monk) character
Yoroboshi captures the complex
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
H 3.5 in W 9.5 in D 6.7 in
19th Century, Rattanakosin, Antique Thai Wooden Seated Disciple / Monk
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Rare Thai wooden seated disciple with gilded gold.
Age: Thailand, 19th Century
Size: Height 27.8 C.M. / Width 15.5 C.M. / Thickness 10 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (so...
Category
Antique 19th Century Thai Antiquities
Materials
Wood
H 10.95 in W 6.11 in D 3.94 in
19th Century, Mandalay, Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Monk / Disciple
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese wooden seated disciple.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Size:height 27.2 cm. / width 24.8 cm. / length 32.2 cm.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expecte...
Category
Antique 19th Century Burmese Antiquities
Materials
Wood
H 10.71 in W 12.68 in D 9.77 in
19th Century, Mandalay, Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Monk / Disciple
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Antique Burmese wooden seated disciple, with gilded gold and inlay of colorful glass pieces on the borders of the robes.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Size: Height 20.3 ...
Category
Antique 19th Century Burmese Antiquities
Materials
Wood
19th Century, Mandalay, Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Monk / Disciple
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Antique Burmese wooden seated disciple, with gilded gold and inlay of colorful glass pieces on the borders of the robes.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Size: Height 25.5 ...
Category
Antique 19th Century Burmese Antiquities
Materials
Wood
18th Century, Shan, Rare Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Disciple / Monk
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Rare Burmese wooden seated disciple.
Age: Burma, Shan Period, 18th Century
Size: Height 50.4 C.M. / Width 17.7 C.M. / Depth 15.3 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expecte...
Category
Antique 18th Century Burmese Antiquities
Materials
Wood
H 19.85 in W 6.97 in D 6.03 in
17th-18th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Monk / Disciple
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Antique Burmese wooden seated disciple on double lotus base, with gilded gold.
Age: Burma, Shan Period, 17th - 18th Century
Size: Height 51.5 C.M. / Width 23.7 C.M.
Condition: Nice ...
Category
Antique 17th Century Burmese Antiquities
Materials
Wood
H 20.28 in W 9.34 in D 11.03 in
19th Century, Antique Burmese Wooden Standing Disciple / Monk Holding Bowl
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Antique Burmese wooden standing disciple holding bowl with gilded gold and inlay of colorful glass pieces on the borders of the robe.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Size...
Category
Antique 19th Century Burmese Antiquities
Materials
Wood
H 29.38 in W 13.9 in D 5.6 in
19th Century, Antique Lanna Thai Wooden Seated Disciple / Monk / Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Lanna Thai wooden seated disciple.
Age: Thailand, 19th Century
Size: Height 35 C.M. / Width 19.6 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age...
Category
Antique 19th Century Thai Antiquities
Materials
Wood
H 13.78 in W 7.72 in D 4.73 in
19th Century, Antique Tai Yai Burmese Wooden Seated Disciple / Monk
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese wooden disciple seated on a base, with gilded gold and inlay of colorful glass pieces on the borders of the robe.
Age: Burmese, 19th century
Size: Height 38 C.M. / Width ...
Category
Antique 19th Century Burmese Antiquities
Materials
Wood
18th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Wooden Standing Disciple / Monk Holding Bowl
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Antique Burmese wooden disciple holding bowl standing on lotus base with gilded gold.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Size excluding stand: Height 48.3 C.M. / Width 12 C....
Category
Antique 18th Century Burmese Antiquities
Materials
Wood
H 24.34 in W 4.73 in D 4.1 in
19th C., Mandalay, A Pair of Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Monk / Disciple
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of antique Burmese wooden seated disciples.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Size: Height 26 - 27.5 C.M. / Width 21.6 - 23.2 C.M. / Length 24.7 - 25.4 C.M.
Conditio...
Category
Antique 19th Century Burmese Antiquities
Materials
Wood
H 10.83 in W 10.01 in D 9.14 in
19th Century, Mandalay, A Set of Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Disciple / Monk
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A set of Antique Burmese wooden seated disciples, with gilded gold.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Size: Height 17.5 - 18.3 C.M. / Width 9.8 - 11.4 C.M.
Condition: Nice c...
Category
Antique 19th Century Burmese Antiquities
Materials
Wood
H 7.21 in W 4.49 in D 3.04 in
Japan 1870 Meiji Period Round Five Drawer Inro Lacquered Wood With Flying Cranes
Located in Miami, FL
, takamaki-e, Gilding.
Ojime: 17mm, round with Ebony wood.
Netsuke: Carved dressed standing monk with a hat
Category
Antique 1870s Japanese Meiji Lacquer
Materials
Wood, Ebony, Giltwood, Lacquer
H 3.07 in Dm 1.18 in
Antique Polychrome Carved Wood Monk Saint
Located in New York, NY
Antique carved polychrome wood santo a monk, and holding a book on his arm, and wrote on the
Category
Antique 19th Century Portuguese Religious Items
Materials
Wood
A Majestic 18th Century Carved Wood Statue of a Burmese Monk
Located in San Francisco, CA
traditional modest robe resembling rough cloth; the whole of carved wood with traces of original lacquer and
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Burmese Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Buddhist Monk Sculpture, Wood, Thailand, 19th Century
Located in Zurich, CH
A charming and impressive sculpture of a Buddhist Monk made of wood, Thailand, 19th century. The
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Thai Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Paint, Wood
Vintage Wood Statue, Luo Han Monk, Hand-Painted
Located in SOMIS, CA
vibrant and brilliant.
Hand-carved. A perfect gift for a medical professional.
Category
20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Finely Carved Complete Burmese Buddha and Monk Set
Located in New York, NY
A complete set of five intricately carved vintage Burmese monks and Buddha in flowing robes on
Category
Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
19th Century Hand Carved Wood Baby Monk Face
Located in Delray Beach, FL
A beautiful 19th century Buddhist baby monk head, hand carved wood depicting the baby looking
Category
Antique 19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Burmese Buddhist Monk Statue in Carved Wood
Located in Astoria, NY
Burmese hand carved wood statue of a Buddhist monk, with traces of gilt and red lacquer. Made in
Category
Vintage 1920s Asian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Burmese Buddhist Praying Monk in Carved and Lacquered Wood
Located in Astoria, NY
Burmese hand-carved hardwood statue from the 20th century depicting a Burmese Monk praying in
Category
Vintage 1920s Asian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Pair of Chinese Carved Root Wood Fishing Monks on Lacquered Bases, 19th C
Located in North Miami, FL
wood carved as emerging spirit of the monks who have been fruitful in their fishing endeavor. Both of
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Japanese Carved Wood Seated Figure of a Monk, 16th-17th Century
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Early sculpture of a Holy man sitting with drum and holding clapper. Once dry Lacquered. Remnants of cloth overlay and polychrome decoration. Losses, wear and stains. On a later wood...
Category
Antique Early 17th Century Japanese Tibetan Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Carved Oak Monks Bench English Settle Antique 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing an English hand carved monks bench - also sometimes referred to as a settle
These
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Antique 1880s Benches
Materials
Wood
Carved Oak Monks Bench English Settle Antique 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing an English hand carved monks bench - also sometimes referred to as a settle
These
Category
Antique 1880s Loveseats
Materials
Wood
Antique German Black Forest Carved Walnut Monk Musician Shelf, circa 1900
By Black Forest
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique figural Black Forest walnut carved sconce offers clipped corner display surmounting carved
Category
20th Century German Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 13.5 in W 9.88 in D 6.75 in
Large 19th Century Hand Carved Sculpture Seated Buddhist Monk Statue Antiques LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A beautiful early 19th century Buddhist temple monk statue Featuring a carved giltwood traces and
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Statues
Materials
Wood
H 27 in W 20 in D 17.5 in
Two Late 19th Century Thai or Burmese Carved Giltwood Figures of Buddhist Monks
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
14 inches tall these two Thai or Burmese young monks are carved in wood and gilded. One monk is
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Thai Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
H 14 in W 10 in D 12 in
Kitsune (Fox) Known As "Hakuzosu" Dressed as a Monk, Japanese, Wood, Meiji
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Kitsune (Fox), known as "Hakuzosu”, dressed as a monk, is a popular figure in Japanese folklore
Category
Antique 1860s Japanese Meiji More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Two Mid-20 Century Thai or Burmese Carved and Painted Figures of Buddhist Monks
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
16 inches tall these two Thai or Burmese young monks are carved in wood and painted One monk is
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paint
H 16 in W 10 in D 16 in
Antique Japanese Carved Statue of Buddhist Monk, Edo Period, circa 18th Century
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Antique Japanese carved statue of a Buddhist monk, Edo period, circa 18th century. Carved from wood
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Japanese Edo Religious Items
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 14.18 in W 15.75 in D 11.03 in
19th C., Mandalay, a Pair of Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Monks / Disciples
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of Burmese wooden seated disciples.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th century
Size: Height 23 - 23.8 C.M. / Width 15 - 17.8 C.M. / Length 18.2 - 19.7 C.M.
Condition: Nice con...
Category
Antique 19th Century Burmese Antiquities
Materials
Wood
H 9.38 in W 7.76 in D 7.01 in
19th Century Hand Carved Wood Baby Monk Face
Located in Delray Beach, FL
A beautiful 19th century Buddhist baby monk head, hand carved wood depicting the baby looking
Category
Antique 19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Thai Wood Carved, Polychrome and Gilt Sculpture of Buddhist Temple Monk
Located in Studio City, CA
Great accent or stand alone piece. Wonderful detail, coloring and patina.
Would be a nice addition to any personal Buddhist collection or a serene touch to any setting.
Dimensi...
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20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Lifesize Sienese Wood Carved Bust of a Monk, circa 1580-1600
Located in Hudson, NY
This very fine bust carved in walnut was originally full size and over the years has been cut down
Category
Antique Early 17th Century Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the carved wood monk you’re looking for. Each carved wood monk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, glass and paint. Find 51 options for an antique or vintage carved wood monk now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a carved wood monk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right carved wood monk, those designed in Folk Art, Mid-Century Modern and Baroque styles are of considerable interest. Aldo Tura, Macabo and Urban Zen each produced at least one beautiful carved wood monk that is worth considering.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There 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 Japanese wood carving?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Japanese 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.
- What is Chinese wood carving?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 a Paete wood carving?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A 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 Jepara wood carving?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Jepara wood carving is the intricate wood carving art that comes from the city of Jepara in Indonesia. Artisans typically work with teak wood to create beautiful carved detail and scenes in a piece of furniture. Shop a collection of Jepara wood carvings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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, 2022In 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021The 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, 2022Antique 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, 2023To 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.
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- What is carved wood art called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What 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.
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