At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal gemstone statue for your home. Each gemstone statue for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using
stone,
lapis lazuli and
multi-gemstone. There are 25 variations of the antique or vintage gemstone statue you’re looking for, while we also have 10 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a gemstone statue — 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 gemstone statue, those designed in
Neoclassical styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one gemstone statue that is appealing in its simplicity, but
Armand Frohmann produced versions that are worth a look.
A gemstone statue can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,675, while the lowest priced sells for $123 and the highest can go for as much as $14,866.
Asian sculptors have worked in materials including wood, bronze and jade. Artists and artisans have used traditional techniques to depict deities, scenes from culture and more, and today, antique Asian sculptures and carvings are a popular choice for provocative and sophisticated home decor.
In China, the Qing dynasty, from the mid-17th century to the early 20th century, brought about significant changes in art while preserving traditional culture. Many emperors during this period were patrons of the arts, such as painting, calligraphy and decorative arts. This era saw the building of new Buddhist temples, which were decorated with statues. Some of these sculptures were adorned with colorful cloisonné decoration, in which tiny compartments, or cloisons, made by soldering copper filaments to a metal surface were filled with vibrantly hued enamel.
From the 17th to mid-19th century in Japan, kimonos were worn across classes and often fastened with a netsuke, a type of small carved toggle. Artists carved these from ivory, wood, shells and coral, creating animals, flowers and mythical creatures. During the Japanese Meiji period, spanning from 1868–1912, the country began trading internationally after centuries of isolation, allowing artists to sell their work overseas. Bronze sculpture flourished around this time for creating teapots, vases and incense burners.
Asian sculpture continued to evolve in the 20th century. During the Japanese Shōwa era, from 1926–89, art was influenced by international modernist movements like abstraction, Futurism and Surrealism. Contemporary Asian sculptures and carvings continue to combine global influences and a rich heritage of technique.
Decorating a space with Asian sculptures and carvings is a great way to add interest to any corner of your home. Explore by material, period or style on 1stDibs.