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 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.

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.

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 Vanity

White Bronze

Vanities And Dressing Tables

Vanity Unit

Antique Carved Teak Furniture

Art Nouveau Bathroom Vanity

French Vanity Stool

18th Century Dressing Table Vanity

Louis Xv Vanity

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2010s German Organic Modern Vanities

Materials

Stone

Organic Shaped Vanity in Charred Walnut Wood with Stone Sink

$15,787 / item

French Hand Carved Art Deco Vanity in the Style of Charles Dudouyt 1939-1949

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

stunning vanity features hand carved drawers, in which the two coordinate with each other and have custom

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Brass

French Hand Carved Art Deco Vanity in the Style of Charles Dudouyt 1939-1949

$4,500

1940s Antique Vanity Baroque Spanish, Dressing Table, Hand Carved Walnut & Burl

Located in Miami, FL

Signed by Mariano Garcia. Early 20th century, antique vanity or entrance console, available entry

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Baroque Vanities

Materials

Wood

1940s Antique Vanity Baroque Spanish, Dressing Table, Hand Carved Walnut & Burl

$2,975

19th Century French Vanity Table in Red Hand Painted Wood with Chinese Scene

Located in Sofia, BG

19th century impressing vanity table made in hand carved wood with Chinese figures hand painted in

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Vanities

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Vanity Table in Red Hand Painted Wood with Chinese Scene

$2,779 Sale Price

30% Off

C315 Cocoon Vanity Table

By CPRN HOMOOD

Located in Ponsacco, IT

Functional yet chic, this striking vanity table is the perfect bedroom accessory for the modern

Category

2010s Italian Modern Vanities

Materials

Leather, Wood

C315 Cocoon Vanity Table

$12,590 / item

Great Shape and Color, English 19th Century Vanity in Wood with Dome Top

Located in Lisse, NL

A very pleasing, late 19th century vanity stand. This marvellous mirror stand is in good

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Vanities

Materials

Wood

Great Shape and Color, English 19th Century Vanity in Wood with Dome Top

$2,093

Mid-19th Century Fir Wood Veneered in Mahogany and marble Sicilian Vanity Table

Located in Catania, Sicilia

This Sicilian vanity table is an exquisite piece of furniture representative of the design trends

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Sicilian Louis Philippe Vanities

Materials

Fir

Mid-19th Century Fir Wood Veneered in Mahogany and marble Sicilian Vanity Table

$3,870

French 19th Century Ebonized & Inlay Vanity

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A petite ebonized vanity with bone inlay detail from the 1800s, France. The unadorned vanity top

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Vanities

Materials

Wood

French 19th Century Ebonized & Inlay Vanity

$2,400

Arts & Crafts Style Vanity

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This small wood vanity features carved wood throughout. Intricate cut out designs with single

Category

20th Century Arts and Crafts Vanities

Materials

Wood

Arts & Crafts Style Vanity

$900

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Smooth White Bronze 18.5x18.5x10 inch

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please

Category

2010s American Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Smooth White Bronze 18.5x18.5x10 inch

$3,314 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Smooth Antique Bronze 18.5x18.5x10 inch

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished

Category

2010s American Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Smooth Antique Bronze 18.5x18.5x10 inch

$3,314 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Mid. Hammered Brass 18.5x18.5x10 inch

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s American Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Mid. Hammered Brass 18.5x18.5x10 inch

$3,314 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Fine Hammered Antique Bronze 18.5x18.5x10 inch

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

sheet, Teak, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping

Category

2010s American Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Fine Hammered Antique Bronze 18.5x18.5x10 inch

$3,314 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Mid. Hammered White Bronze 18.5x18.5x10 inch

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

sheet, Teak, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping

Category

2010s American Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Mid. Hammered White Bronze 18.5x18.5x10 inch

$3,314 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze 18.5x18.5x10 inch

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

sheet, Teak, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping

Category

2010s American Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze 18.5x18.5x10 inch

$3,314 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Mid. Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By 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 Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Mid. Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$4,686 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Fine Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By 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 Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Fine Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$4,686 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Smooth Brass 18.5x18.5x10 inch by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s American Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Smooth Brass 18.5x18.5x10 inch by Paul Mathieu

$3,314 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Tables Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

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

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2010s American Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Tables Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$4,571 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Tables Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s American Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Tables Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$4,571 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Tables Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

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

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2010s American Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Tables Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

$4,571 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Tables Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s American Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Tables Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu

$4,571 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By 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 Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$4,686 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Fine Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By 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 Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Fine Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$4,686 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Smooth Copper 18.5x18.5x10 inch by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please

Category

2010s American Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Smooth Copper 18.5x18.5x10 inch by Paul Mathieu

$3,314 / item

Louise Console Art Nouveau Vanities Tables Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s Indian Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Console Art Nouveau Vanities Tables Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu

$8,800 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Tables Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please

Category

2010s American Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Tables Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

$4,571 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Fine Hammered Brass 18.5x18.5x10 inch by Paul Mathie

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please

Category

2010s American Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Fine Hammered Brass 18.5x18.5x10 inch by Paul Mathie

$3,314 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Fine Hammered Copper 18.5x18.5x10 inch by P. Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished

Category

2010s American Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Fine Hammered Copper 18.5x18.5x10 inch by P. Mathieu

$3,314 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu for S.Odegard

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s American Other Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu for S.Odegard

$4,686 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu for S.Odegard

By 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 Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu for S.Odegard

$4,686 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu for S.Odegard

By 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 Vanities

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu for S.Odegard

$4,686 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Tables Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard

By 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 Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Tables Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard

$4,571 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Tables Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard

By 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 Vanities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Tables Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard

$4,571 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard

By 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 Vanities

Materials

Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard

$4,686 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu for S.Odegard

By 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 Vanities

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu for S.Odegard

$4,686 / item

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Fine Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu for S.Odegard

By 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 Vanities

Materials

Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Nouveau Vanities Fine Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu for S.Odegard

$4,686 / item

French Art Nouveau Lady's Dressing or Vanity w. Cabinets & Large Tilting Mirror

Located in Lisse, NL

design and thanks to the combination of the beautiful warm patina of the wood this vanity breathes

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Vanities

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Art Nouveau Lady's Dressing or Vanity w. Cabinets & Large Tilting Mirror

$11,123

Antique Carved Victorian Marble Top Wash Stand

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Vanity is really unique and made of the highest quality woods and marble! If you take a look at the

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Vanities

Materials

Marble, Brass

Antique Carved Victorian Marble Top Wash Stand

$1,596 Sale Price

20% Off

Melrose Dressing Table - Hand-Crafted Varnish Wood & Plated Brass - Boca do Lobo

Located in Rio Tinto, PT

drawers. The structure is made in wood lacquered in black with a high gloss varnish; the drawers are

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Vanities

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Melrose Dressing Table - Hand-Crafted Varnish Wood & Plated Brass - Boca do Lobo

$6,504 Sale Price / item

20% Off

Regency Gilt-Metal-Mounted Tulipwood and Inlaid Porcelain Worktable

Located in Tarry Town, NY

tulipwood veneer, polished to a warm, lustrous finish, highlights the natural beauty of the wood's grain

Category

Antique 1830s French Vanities

Materials

Brass

Regency Gilt-Metal-Mounted Tulipwood and Inlaid Porcelain Worktable

$3,800

LXV Style Dressing Table

By La Maison London

Located in London, Park Royal

Made in the French LXV style, this dressing table has been hand carved in solid wood, featuring the

Category

2010s British Louis XV Vanities

Materials

Wood

LXV Style Dressing Table

$9,587

Emile Galle French Art Nouveau Lift Top Marquetry Floral Inlaid Wooden Table

By Émile Gallé

Located in Queens, NY

compartments, and resting on a floral carved stretcher supporting 2 Pair of crossed legs. (EMILE GALLE) Wear

Category

20th Century French Art Nouveau Vanities

Materials

Metal, Brass

Emile Galle French Art Nouveau Lift Top Marquetry Floral Inlaid Wooden Table

$16,500

Chinese Carved Painted Wood Dressing Table / Vanity Mirror with Gilt Highlights

Located in Queens, NY

"Chinese (19/20th Century)red painted dressing table mirror with an elaborately shaped carved wood

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Mirrors

Materials

Metal

Chinese Carved Painted Wood Dressing Table / Vanity Mirror with Gilt Highlights

$1,450

Carved & Turned Gilt Wood Vanity Chair Hollywood Regency Woven Cane Seat Italy

Located in Miami, FL

We offer a hand-carved and hand-woven Vanity chair, side chair in gilt wood with turned front legs

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood, Giltwood

Carved & Turned Gilt Wood Vanity Chair Hollywood Regency Woven Cane Seat Italy

$1,500

Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Carved Acacia Wood Vanity Chair, Circa 1920s

By Romweber Furniture Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

1920s Stunning carved Acacia wood, with upholstered seat and back. Measures: 26.38"W x 18.5"D x 31.38

Category

Vintage 1920s American French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Carved Acacia Wood Vanity Chair, Circa 1920s

$595

Julia Gray New York Louis XV Style Carved Wood Swivel Vanity Stool Chair

By Julia Gray

Located in Jensen Beach, FL

Fabulous, handmade vanity chair by Julia Gray. Unsigned, purchased from an estate with all

Category

Late 20th Century Stools

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Julia Gray New York Louis XV Style Carved Wood Swivel Vanity Stool Chair

$2,425

Antique, Chinese Beech Wood Writing Desk, Vanity

Located in Pomona, CA

finished. This writing desk was made at about 1860's from solid beech wood with a natural finished. It is

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Beech

Antique, Chinese Beech Wood Writing Desk, Vanity

$3,600

Antique French Carved Tri-Fold Vanity Mirror - White Laquer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large Vanity mirror painted white laquer. Tri fold to adustable.

Category

Early 20th Century French Rococo Table Mirrors

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique French Carved Tri-Fold Vanity Mirror - White Laquer

$1,584 Sale Price

20% Off

Louis XV Style Hall/Piano/Vanity Upholstered Wood Bench

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Louis XV Style hall/piano/vanity upholstered wood bench. It is supported by four cabriole

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Rococo Benches

Materials

Wood

Louis XV Style Hall/Piano/Vanity Upholstered Wood Bench

$880 Sale Price

20% Off

French Louis XVI Black Carved Zebra Vanity Stool

Located in Westwood, NJ

Crafted in the style of 18th-century France, this piece features intricately hand-carved floral

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Louis XVI Stools

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

French Louis XVI Black Carved Zebra Vanity Stool

$4,437 / item

Antique French Louis XV Style Custom Upholstered Carved And Gilt Vanity Bench

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Ca. 18th century. An ample antique French vanity bench carved and gilt overall with a ribbed

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Benches

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique French Louis XV Style Custom Upholstered Carved And Gilt Vanity Bench

$2,200

Boho Chic Sunflowers Design Wall or Vanity Mirror with Wooden Carved Frame

Located in Plainview, NY

A beautiful Boho Chic wall or vanity mirror. The stylish mirror is made of a hand carved frame

Category

20th Century Bohemian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Boho Chic Sunflowers Design Wall or Vanity Mirror with Wooden Carved Frame

$475 Sale Price

38% Off

Italian Hollywood Regency Carved Gold Giltwood Distressed Small Vanity Mirror

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Italian Hollywood Regency Carved Gold Giltwood Distressed Small Vanity Mirror. Circa Mid

Category

Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Table Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Italian Hollywood Regency Carved Gold Giltwood Distressed Small Vanity Mirror

$395

Handmade Vintage Small Folk Art Carved and Painted Vanity Bench Stool

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

wood construction, with stunning hand carved floral design side panels. Each side is carved and painted

Category

20th Century Unknown Folk Art Benches

Materials

Wood

Handmade Vintage Small Folk Art Carved and Painted Vanity Bench Stool

$600 / item

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Carved and Painted Vanity Stool

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful 19th century French Louis XVI style carved and painted vanity stool. Featuring nice

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Benches

Materials

Cane, Wood

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Carved and Painted Vanity Stool

$2,950

Mirrored Vanity Cabinet

Located in Manchester, GB

Mirrored vanity unit with double doors made from patchwork veneers of different woods, with custom

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Bubinga, Maple, Oak, Sycamore, Sapele Wood

Mirrored Vanity Cabinet

$2,541

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Carved Wood Vanity For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic carved wood vanity available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, glass and mirror, every carved wood vanity was constructed with great care. There are 52 variations of the antique or vintage carved wood vanity you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a carved wood vanity — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each carved wood vanity bearing Louis XV, Louis XVI or Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one carved wood vanity that is appealing in its simplicity, but Cipriani Homood, La Maison London and Meroni & Fossati produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Carved Wood Vanity?

Prices for a carved wood vanity start at $259 and top out at $25,000 with the average selling for $2,700.

Questions About Carved Wood Vanity

What are the types of wood carving?
1 Answer
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 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.
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.
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.