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Late 16thC French Wood Carving of a Female
Located in Malibu, CA
16th century artifact imported from Europe; a beautiful figure with patinaed painted wood. An alter
Category

Antique 16th Century European Renaissance Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Late 16thC French Wood Carving of a Female
Late 16thC French Wood Carving of a Female

Late 16thC French Wood Carving of a Female

H 9.25 in W 5 in D 3.25 in
Architectural European Mounted Carved Wood Fragment, Pair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of mounted antique architectural carved wood fragment from Europe mounted. This antique
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Indian Anglo Raj Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Architectural European Mounted Carved Wood Fragment, Pair
Architectural European Mounted Carved Wood Fragment, Pair

Architectural European Mounted Carved Wood Fragment, Pair

H 16 in W 14 in D 5.5 in
European Antique Artifact Hand Carved Wooden Foot
Located in Malibu, CA
Antique rare & ancient artifact, a foot, wearing a sandal, the bottom of the foot has been carved with the sandals bottom as well.
Category

Antique Early 17th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

European Antique Artifact Hand Carved Wooden Foot
European Antique Artifact Hand Carved Wooden Foot

European Antique Artifact Hand Carved Wooden Foot

H 9 in W 9.5 in D 3.5 in
Vintage European Folk Art Cockerel, Early 20th Century
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Vintage European Folk Art Cockerel, early 20th Century. Rustic and hand-carved with original paint.
Category

Early 20th Century European Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Vintage European Folk Art Cockerel, Early 20th Century
Vintage European Folk Art Cockerel, Early 20th Century

Vintage European Folk Art Cockerel, Early 20th Century

H 20 in W 9 in D 4.5 in
Pair of 19th Century Hand Carved Wood Cabinet Door Panels
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of antique 19th century hand carved cabinet door panels. This is a great pair of carved panels originally from a large carved buffet. The doors are in good condition and curve...
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19th Century Hand Carved Wood Cabinet Door Panels
Pair of 19th Century Hand Carved Wood Cabinet Door Panels

Pair of 19th Century Hand Carved Wood Cabinet Door Panels

H 24.38 in W 29.5 in D 3 in
Very Rare 17th century Italian Judaica wood silver Circumcision Knife
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
whimsical way. under the wood handle there is an octagonal silver strip that is connecting between the wood
Category

Antique 17th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Silver, Iron

Very Rare 17th century Italian Judaica wood silver Circumcision Knife
Very Rare 17th century Italian Judaica wood silver Circumcision Knife

Very Rare 17th century Italian Judaica wood silver Circumcision Knife

H 7.68 in W 0.79 in D 0.6 in
2 Old Decorative Elements in Polychrome Carved Wood circa 1930 Unknown Origin
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
2 old decorative elements in polychrome carved wood circa 1930 unknown origin price is for one
Category

Vintage 1930s European Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Beech

2 Old Decorative Elements in Polychrome Carved Wood circa 1930 Unknown Origin
2 Old Decorative Elements in Polychrome Carved Wood circa 1930 Unknown Origin

2 Old Decorative Elements in Polychrome Carved Wood circa 1930 Unknown Origin

H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Massive Antique European Heraldic Wood Carving
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An impressive and well-carved high relief Heraldic Crest in dark stained wood. A pair of fierce
Category

Antique 19th Century European Georgian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Massive Antique European Heraldic Wood Carving
Massive Antique European Heraldic Wood Carving

Massive Antique European Heraldic Wood Carving

H 31 in W 47 in D 12 in
Hand-Carved Rustic Wooden Spoon, circa 1900s
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
A beautifully weathered hand-carved wooden spoon with a long handle and slightly squared bowl. The object bears the marks of practical use, yet its form and patina give it a sculptur...
Category

Early 20th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved Rustic Wooden Spoon, circa 1900s
Hand-Carved Rustic Wooden Spoon, circa 1900s

Hand-Carved Rustic Wooden Spoon, circa 1900s

H 10.63 in W 3.15 in D 1.19 in
Hand-Carved Primitive Spoon, 20th Century
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
This rustic hand-carved wooden spoon exudes character and history. Its simple, utilitarian form is enriched by decades of use, with a smooth handle and a deep bowl shaped by hand too...
Category

Early 20th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved Primitive Spoon, 20th Century
Hand-Carved Primitive Spoon, 20th Century

Hand-Carved Primitive Spoon, 20th Century

H 7.49 in W 4.73 in D 2.37 in
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Hand Chair in the Style of Pedro Friedeberg, 1970s
By Pedro Friedeberg
Located in Almelo, NL
example of Mid-Century Modern surrealism, this sculptural hand chair, carved entirely from solid wood
Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Hand Chair in the Style of Pedro Friedeberg, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Hand Chair in the Style of Pedro Friedeberg, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Hand Chair in the Style of Pedro Friedeberg, 1970s

H 28.35 in W 18.51 in D 22.45 in
St. John Santos Sculpture, 18th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
A large Saint John the Baptist santos sculpture, 18th century. 17 ½ inches wide by 14 inches deep by 43 inches tall
Category

Antique 18th Century European Baroque Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

St. John Santos Sculpture, 18th Century
St. John Santos Sculpture, 18th Century

St. John Santos Sculpture, 18th Century

H 43 in W 17.5 in D 14 in
Double Sided Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Located in Vista, CA
Double sided wooden gingerbread mold (Man and Woman), circa 1850.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Double Sided Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Double Sided Wooden Gingerbread Mold

Double Sided Wooden Gingerbread Mold

H 14 in W 7 in D 1 in
19th Century Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Located in Vista, CA
Wooden gingerbread mold (Horseman), circa 1860-1880.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Wooden Gingerbread Mold
19th Century Wooden Gingerbread Mold

19th Century Wooden Gingerbread Mold

H 11.5 in W 9 in D 1 in
Double Sided Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Located in Vista, CA
Double sided wooden gingerbread mold, one side, (Three Male Figures) other side, (Animals, Figures, Boat) . Significant crack at top. As is.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Double Sided Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Double Sided Wooden Gingerbread Mold

Double Sided Wooden Gingerbread Mold

H 20 in W 3 in D 1 in
Double-Sided Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Located in Vista, CA
Double-sided wooden gingerbread mold, one side (two male figures) other side, (five small figures, leaf, heart and other shapes).
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Double-Sided Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Double-Sided Wooden Gingerbread Mold

Double-Sided Wooden Gingerbread Mold

H 12.5 in W 3.5 in D 1 in
Double-Sided Wooden Gingerbread Mold, Man and Woman
Located in Vista, CA
Double-sided wooden gingerbread mold, (man and woman) both sides.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Double-Sided Wooden Gingerbread Mold, Man and Woman
Double-Sided Wooden Gingerbread Mold, Man and Woman

Double-Sided Wooden Gingerbread Mold, Man and Woman

H 24 in W 5.5 in D 1 in
Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Located in Vista, CA
Wooden gingerbread mold (seated man).
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Wooden Gingerbread Mold

Wooden Gingerbread Mold

H 9.5 in W 5.5 in D 1.5 in
19th Century Black Forest Bear
Located in Forney, TX
wooden bear sculpture (also known as a Black Forest bear) Displaying superior carving and sculptural
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Glass, Wood

19th Century Black Forest Bear
19th Century Black Forest Bear

19th Century Black Forest Bear

H 9 in W 16 in D 9 in
Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Located in Vista, CA
Wooden gingerbread mold (pocket watch with initials JD, and matching watch fob), circa 1889. Signed and dated on side T.W.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Wooden Gingerbread Mold

Wooden Gingerbread Mold

H 5 in W 5 in D 2 in
Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Located in Vista, CA
Wooden gingerbread mold (two religious figures or bishops).
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Wooden Gingerbread Mold

Wooden Gingerbread Mold

H 20 in W 5 in D 1 in
Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Located in Vista, CA
Wooden gingerbread mold (small animals and figures).
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Wooden Gingerbread Mold

Wooden Gingerbread Mold

H 4 in W 23 in D 1 in
Wooden Gingerbread Mold, Dog and Cat
Located in Vista, CA
Wooden gingerbread mold, dog and cat.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Wooden Gingerbread Mold, Dog and Cat
Wooden Gingerbread Mold, Dog and Cat

Wooden Gingerbread Mold, Dog and Cat

H 19.5 in W 7.5 in D 1 in
Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Located in Vista, CA
Wooden gingerbread mold, (Man with Knapsack).
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Wooden Gingerbread Mold

Wooden Gingerbread Mold

H 15 in W 6 in D 1 in
Wooden Gingerbread Mold, circa 1850
Located in Vista, CA
Wooden gingerbread mold (eight small figures, man on horse, windmill, animals etc.), circa 1850.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Wooden Gingerbread Mold, circa 1850
Wooden Gingerbread Mold, circa 1850

Wooden Gingerbread Mold, circa 1850

H 23 in W 3 in D 1 in
19th Century Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Located in Vista, CA
Wooden gingerbread mold (three men in period costumes), circa 1850.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Wooden Gingerbread Mold
19th Century Wooden Gingerbread Mold

19th Century Wooden Gingerbread Mold

H 21.5 in W 3.5 in D 1.5 in
Classic Antique Black Forest Carved Bracket with Stag’s Head
Located in Bridgeport, CT
shelf including some time softened wood losses and a few stains, but overall age appropriate condition
Category

Antique 19th Century European Black Forest Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Classic Antique Black Forest Carved Bracket with Stag’s Head
Classic Antique Black Forest Carved Bracket with Stag’s Head

Classic Antique Black Forest Carved Bracket with Stag’s Head

H 17 in W 13 in D 8.75 in
Wooden Carved Mold
Located in Vista, CA
Wooden mold, (animals, figures, birds, bee hives, etc.....).
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Wooden Carved Mold
Wooden Carved Mold

Wooden Carved Mold

H 11.5 in W 3 in D 1.5 in
Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Located in Vista, CA
Wooden gingerbread mold (man with feathers in hat and umbrella), signed.
Category

Antique Early 19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Wooden Gingerbread Mold
Wooden Gingerbread Mold

Wooden Gingerbread Mold

H 14 in W 4.5 in D 1.5 in
19th Century Carousel Ornament Painted Cast Iron King Mask Amusement Folk Art
Located in Forney, TX
A rare European antique hand painted cast iron carnival carousel embellishment. Once decorating
Category

Antique 19th Century European Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

19th Century Carousel Ornament Painted Cast Iron King Mask Amusement Folk Art
19th Century Carousel Ornament Painted Cast Iron King Mask Amusement Folk Art

19th Century Carousel Ornament Painted Cast Iron King Mask Amusement Folk Art

H 15.5 in W 11.5 in D 8 in
Bench European Carvings 18th Century Rare Europe
Located in New York, NY
Bench rare European carvings 18th century rare Europe. A very rare bench made during 18th century
Category

Antique Early 18th Century European Renaissance Benches

Materials

Wood

Bench European Carvings 18th Century Rare Europe
Bench European Carvings 18th Century Rare Europe

Bench European Carvings 18th Century Rare Europe

H 43.5 in W 67 in D 23 in
Japanese Antique Wooden Carved Deer figurine
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
reminiscent of European wood carvings, and the sophisticated design stands out. In particular, the mountain
Category

Early 20th Century Taisho Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Wooden Carved Deer figurine
Japanese Antique Wooden Carved Deer figurine

Japanese Antique Wooden Carved Deer figurine

H 28.35 in W 25.2 in D 11.82 in
Continental Wood Carving
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique continental wood carving of a youth holding a vessel resting on a lion carved pedestal
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Continental Wood Carving
Continental Wood Carving

Continental Wood Carving

H 54 in W 13 in D 13 in
18th Century Wood Carving
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
18th century continental baroque style poly chrome decorated wood carving.
Category

Antique 18th Century European Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

18th Century Wood Carving
18th Century Wood Carving

18th Century Wood Carving

H 15.5 in W 6.5 in D 4.5 in
19th Century Religious Wood Carving
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Carved oak religious carving, 19th century. This is an excellent quality wood carving with a nice
Category

Antique Early 19th Century European Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Oak

19th Century Religious Wood Carving
19th Century Religious Wood Carving

19th Century Religious Wood Carving

H 32 in W 17.5 in D 1.75 in
Female Nude Figure Bust Wood Carving 1960s sculpture
Located in Gravesend, GB
Excellent Classic Carving of Female Nude Pose Incredible detail, great scale. Unsigned. From
Category

Vintage 1960s European Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Female Nude Figure Bust Wood Carving 1960s sculpture
Female Nude Figure Bust Wood Carving 1960s sculpture

Female Nude Figure Bust Wood Carving 1960s sculpture

H 10.83 in W 5.91 in D 3.55 in
Laurameroni Big Luxury Mirror in Wood with "Decor" Carving
By Laurameroni, Bartoli Design
Located in Monza, IT
carving in all wood essences of the collection. Available with a liquid metal finish.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Laurameroni Big Luxury Mirror in Wood with "Decor" Carving
Laurameroni Big Luxury Mirror in Wood with "Decor" Carving

Laurameroni Big Luxury Mirror in Wood with "Decor" Carving

H 59.06 in Dm 59.06 in
Carving Panel Horus God Falcon Ancient Egyptian 19th Century, Wood
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Ancient Egyptian Revival: 19th century, carving of Horus in the form of a falcon - Beautifully
Category

Antique Early 19th Century European Egyptian Revival Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Carving Panel Horus God Falcon Ancient Egyptian 19th Century, Wood
Carving Panel Horus God Falcon Ancient Egyptian 19th Century, Wood

Carving Panel Horus God Falcon Ancient Egyptian 19th Century, Wood

H 20.48 in W 23.23 in D 1.19 in
Antique Black Forest Wood Carving, Cherubs with Floral Basket, Mirror, 19th Cen
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Discover the charm and artistry of this exceptional antique Black Forest wood carving. Crafted in
Category

Antique Early 19th Century European Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Antique Black Forest Wood Carving, Cherubs with Floral Basket, Mirror, 19th Cen
Antique Black Forest Wood Carving, Cherubs with Floral Basket, Mirror, 19th Cen

Antique Black Forest Wood Carving, Cherubs with Floral Basket, Mirror, 19th Cen

H 36 in W 28 in D 4.5 in
Mid-Century Table Lamps Polished Brass Mounted Asian Gilt-Wood Carvings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of mid-century table lamps in polished solid brass with mounted Asian gilt-wood carvings. Each
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Table Lamps Polished Brass Mounted Asian Gilt-Wood Carvings
Mid-Century Table Lamps Polished Brass Mounted Asian Gilt-Wood Carvings

Mid-Century Table Lamps Polished Brass Mounted Asian Gilt-Wood Carvings

H 22.5 in W 8 in D 6.75 in
1920's French Art Deco Wall Mirror with Amazing Wood Carving with Deco Scene
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Tall French Art Deco Carved Wood with Bevel Wall Mirror. The carving is beautiful!
Category

Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

1920's French Art Deco Wall Mirror with Amazing Wood Carving with Deco Scene
1920's French Art Deco Wall Mirror with Amazing Wood Carving with Deco Scene

1920's French Art Deco Wall Mirror with Amazing Wood Carving with Deco Scene

H 68 in W 1.25 in D 31 in
Eagle Crescent Mirror 1890 Black Forest Carving
Located in Hastings, GB
, Swiss Black Forest. The carving still has its’ original glass eye and is in exceptional condition There
Category

Antique 1890s European Black Forest Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Eagle Crescent Mirror 1890 Black Forest Carving
Eagle Crescent Mirror 1890 Black Forest Carving

Eagle Crescent Mirror 1890 Black Forest Carving

H 9.85 in W 10.83 in D 2.17 in
Vintage Danish Deeredge Sheffield England Carving Cutlery Sert Firth
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
: Wood/Stainless Steel Condition/Info: Excellent. Gently used carving/cutlery set consisting of 2 knives
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

Vintage Danish Deeredge Sheffield England Carving Cutlery Sert Firth
Vintage Danish Deeredge Sheffield England Carving Cutlery Sert Firth

Vintage Danish Deeredge Sheffield England Carving Cutlery Sert Firth

H 13 in W 2 in D 2 in
Restored 17th C Continental Two Part Cupboard with Exceptional Carving
Located in Milford, NH
A splendid 17th century Continental two-part cupboard, its upper case with molded cornice with dentil molding, two carved doors opening to single interior shelves on each side, the f...
Category

Antique 17th Century European Cupboards

Materials

Iron

Restored 17th C Continental Two Part Cupboard with Exceptional Carving
Restored 17th C Continental Two Part Cupboard with Exceptional Carving

Restored 17th C Continental Two Part Cupboard with Exceptional Carving

H 94.5 in W 73.5 in D 25 in
Large 18th Century Wooden Carving of an Angel with Cherubs
Located in Dallas, TX
period, they were often shown only as winged cherub heads. The piece is of Western European origin
Category

Antique 18th Century European Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Large 18th Century Wooden Carving of an Angel with Cherubs
Large 18th Century Wooden Carving of an Angel with Cherubs

Large 18th Century Wooden Carving of an Angel with Cherubs

H 47.625 in W 48 in D 10.75 in
Beautiful Large Pair of Foo Dogs Carved from Solid Wood Chinese Style
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large pair of foo dogs in the Chinese Style. Early 20th century or earlier. Carved from solid wood
Category

Early 20th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Large Pair of Foo Dogs Carved from Solid Wood Chinese Style
Beautiful Large Pair of Foo Dogs Carved from Solid Wood Chinese Style

Beautiful Large Pair of Foo Dogs Carved from Solid Wood Chinese Style

H 30 in W 40 in D 16 in
Wooden Figure Man Statue Hand Painted, circa 1800
Located in Lugano, Ticino
Particular wooden man figure statue, circa 1800 With movable and removable upper limbs and glass eyes.
Category

Antique 19th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Wooden Figure Man Statue Hand Painted, circa 1800
Wooden Figure Man Statue Hand Painted, circa 1800

Wooden Figure Man Statue Hand Painted, circa 1800

H 15.36 in W 15.36 in D 57.09 in
Wood 'Walnut??' Carving of the Madonna
Located in Woodbury, CT
Made of solid wood, likely walnut. She wears a long garment and head covering. Her eyes, looking
Category

Antique 19th Century European Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Wood 'Walnut??' Carving of the Madonna
Wood 'Walnut??' Carving of the Madonna

Wood 'Walnut??' Carving of the Madonna

H 58 in Dm 15 in
Devotional Santos Carving
Located in Woodstock, NY
carved and polychromed figure in prayer. Small figurine of hand carved wood, with strong remains of
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier European Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Gesso

Devotional Santos Carving
Devotional Santos Carving

Devotional Santos Carving

H 6.5 in W 2.5 in
Antique hunting table with carvings, round, folding
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
Antique hunting table with carvings, round, folding Introducing this exclusive antique table, an
Category

20th Century European Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

Antique hunting table with carvings, round, folding
Antique hunting table with carvings, round, folding

Antique hunting table with carvings, round, folding

H 29.14 in W 44.1 in D 39.38 in
Mounted Antique Wooden Carvings, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Old teak corbels / brackets mounted as decorative sculptures. Heights vary from 85cm, 199cm, 100cm, 116cm.
Category

20th Century European Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Mounted Antique Wooden Carvings, 20th Century
Mounted Antique Wooden Carvings, 20th Century

Mounted Antique Wooden Carvings, 20th Century

H 39.38 in Dm 19.69 in
Late 18th / Early 19th Century Carvings of a Pharaoh
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An unusual subject in an interesting pose with a bundle of fruits in his arms. The clothes, head piece, etc., are well detailed.
Category

Antique 19th Century European Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Late 18th / Early 19th Century Carvings of a Pharaoh
Late 18th / Early 19th Century Carvings of a Pharaoh

Late 18th / Early 19th Century Carvings of a Pharaoh

H 32 in W 12 in D 9 in
Pair of Northern European wood carvings of actresses
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Pair of Northern European painted wood carvings of actresses, circa 1910.
Category

Early 20th Century Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of Northern European wood carvings of actresses
Pair of Northern European wood carvings of actresses

Pair of Northern European wood carvings of actresses

H 38 in W 16 in
Massive Ten Foot Eagle Ships Carving
Located in Norwell, MA
Paddle box cover ships carving with a large eagle, carved waves, and foliate designs. Has a
Category

Vintage 1960s European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Massive Ten Foot Eagle Ships Carving
Massive Ten Foot Eagle Ships Carving

Massive Ten Foot Eagle Ships Carving

H 32 in W 1,165 in D 6 in
19th Century European Carved Wood Deer’s Trophy Head
Located in London, GB
19th century European carved wood deer’s trophy head. We are proud to offer a 19th century hand
Category

Antique 1880s Austrian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century European Carved Wood Deer’s Trophy Head
19th Century European Carved Wood Deer’s Trophy Head

19th Century European Carved Wood Deer’s Trophy Head

H 17 in W 8 in D 11 in
Baroque Period European Antique Carved Polychrome Santo Altar Figure
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce Baroque Period European antique hand carved and painted wood santo altar figure, 17th/18th
Category

Antique 18th Century European Baroque Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Paint

Baroque Period European Antique Carved Polychrome Santo Altar Figure
Baroque Period European Antique Carved Polychrome Santo Altar Figure

Baroque Period European Antique Carved Polychrome Santo Altar Figure

H 13 in W 8.25 in D 5.25 in
Early 20th Century European Clock Tower Automaton Figures
Located in London, GB
” x W 21” x D 10” Origin: Europe Period: 1900-1920 Material: Wood & Gesso Condition: These items
Category

Vintage 1920s German Victorian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Paint

Early 20th Century European Clock Tower Automaton Figures
Early 20th Century European Clock Tower Automaton Figures

Early 20th Century European Clock Tower Automaton Figures

H 24 in W 21 in D 10 in
An amazing Early 20th century European Tramp art castle model
Located in London, GB
called chip or notch carving on pine sectioned wood, this huge model of a castle or tower stands over 30
Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

An amazing Early 20th century European Tramp art castle model
An amazing Early 20th century European Tramp art castle model

An amazing Early 20th century European Tramp art castle model

H 31 in W 30 in D 9 in
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There is a range of European wood carvings for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct European wood carvings — often made from wood, metal and fabric — can elevate any home. There are 1084 antique and vintage European wood carvings for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 57 modern editions to choose from as well. European wood carvings have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. European wood carvings made by Louis XVI designers — as well as those associated with Baroque — are very popular at 1stDibs. European wood carvings have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Karl Geckler, Stephanie Odegard Collection and Markus Haase are consistently popular.

How Much are European Wood Carvings?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,496, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $321,630 highest priced.
Questions About European Wood Carvings
  • 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 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 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 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.
  • 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 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 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 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.