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 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.

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.

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.

Gothic Carved Wood

Gothic German

Gothic Oak Chairs

Gothic Entry Hall Table

19th Century Gothic Cabinet

French Gothic Dining Room

Gothic Architecture

$4,250

H 24 in W 20.5 in D 29 in

English Gothic Style Oak End Table

Located in Queens, NY

English Gothic style (early 20th century) oak end table with twisted pilaster corners surmounted by carved knight figures (marked: BELGIUM)

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20th Century British Gothic Night Stands

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Wood

Strawberry Hill Gothic Overmantel

$8,605

H 43.75 in W 46.74 in D 7.88 in

Strawberry Hill Gothic Overmantel

By Jonathan Sainsbury

Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset

A carved gilt-wood Gothic overmantel mirror, replicated directly from the looking glass in the Holbein room at Strawberry Hill.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Gothic Mantel Mirrors and Fireplac...

Materials

Giltwood

Strawberry Hill Gothic Overmantel

$6,263

H 30.01 in W 48 in D 3.94 in

Strawberry Hill Gothic Overmantel

By Jonathan Sainsbury

Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset

A carved gilt-wood gothic design triple plate overmantel mirror, inspired by the style and decoration of the Long Gallery at Strawberry Hill.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Gothic Mantel Mirrors and Fireplac...

Materials

Giltwood

Gilt Wood & Ivory Silk Gothic Style Pendant Light.

$1,250

H 31 in Dm 11 in

Gilt Wood & Ivory Silk Gothic Style Pendant Light.

Located in Chicago, IL

Gilt and carved wood pendant light with gothic styling, laminate backed ivory silk panels and center pull chain with wood finial.

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Vintage 1960s American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Giltwood

Strawberry Hill Gothic Overmantel

$6,263

H 29.14 in W 48.04 in D 1.97 in

Strawberry Hill Gothic Overmantel

By Jonathan Sainsbury

Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset

A carved gilt-wood gothic design triple plate overmantel mirror, inspired by the style and decoration of the Long Gallery at Strawberry Hill.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Gothic Revival Mantel Mirrors and ...

Materials

Giltwood

19th Century Carved Wood Religious Statue of a Saint holding skull

$2,100

H 45 in W 18 in D 14 in

19th Century Carved Wood Religious Statue of a Saint holding skull

Located in Buffalo, NY

Early polychromed hand carved wood figure, St Francis of Assisi..Wonderful depiction,, original condition.. paint ,surface, patina..Amazing detail.. missing hand and damaged foot (s...

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Antique 1890s German Gothic Religious Items

Materials

Wood, Paint

Obsidian Seraphim – Hand-carved Modern Gothic Rococo Console w/ Bezel Set Stone

$10,800

H 32 in W 60 in D 15 in

Obsidian Seraphim – Hand-carved Modern Gothic Rococo Console w/ Bezel Set Stone

By Realm

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Drawing influence from baroque and rococo design, the Obsidian Seraphim console table takes Ezekiel’s description of the seraphim and twists it into a biomorphic sculpture that undul...

Category

2010s American Gothic Console Tables

Materials

Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

Gothic Revival Ebonized Lion's Head Pedestal

$1,950

H 46 in Dm 18 in

Gothic Revival Ebonized Lion's Head Pedestal

Located in Riverdale, NY

Ebonized carved wood. 1870s USA. Measures: top 14", base 17", height 46".

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Antique 1870s American Gothic Revival Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Antique Gothic Hand-Carved Crucifix w. Polychrome Corpus, European Church Relic

$2,940

H 33.2 in W 10.5 in D 6.3 in

Antique Gothic Hand-Carved Crucifix w. Polychrome Corpus, European Church Relic

Located in Lisse, NL

Gothic Revival hand-carved crucifix with original polychrome, 19th Century European ecclesiastical ART. An exquisite and spiritually moving 19th-century fine hand-carved oakwood cru...

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Antique 1890s French Arts and Crafts Religious Items

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Materials

Wood

Antique Florentine Carved Gilt Wood Angels PAIR

Unavailable

Unavailable

H 22 in W 18.5 in D 24.5 in

Antique Black Marble and Wood Side

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This antique black marble is a perfect fit with its complex style. Notice the wooden carved details on the legs and the movable wheels it provides. Its antique condition adds charact...

Materials

Wood

19th Century Gothic Revival Carved Gilt Wood Center Table

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Sold

H 82.25 in W 50 in D 27.5 in

Vintage Gothic Hand Carved Barley Twist Armoire

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Fantastic vintage Barley twist armoire. Stunning hand carved detail on the cabinet. Top rests on chic Barley Twist pedestal. Lots of great interior storage. Would make an incredible ...

Category

Early 20th Century North American Gothic Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Materials

Metal

Georgian Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Hand-Painted Drop Front Secretary Desk

Sold|~~$3,595~~

$1,400

H 14.5 in Dm 9 in

Antique Gilt Bronze Reliquary

Located in New York, NY

A late 19th Century French gilt bronze reliquary with removable glass insets that hold an embroidered sachet. Measurements: Height: 14.5" Diameter: 9"

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Antique Late 19th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

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Gothic Carved Wood For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal gothic carved wood for your home. A gothic carved wood — often made from wood, metal and oak — can elevate any home. There are 195 variations of the antique or vintage gothic carved wood you’re looking for, while we also have 6 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the gothic carved wood you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right gothic carved wood, those designed in Arts and Crafts, Baroque and Neoclassical styles are of considerable interest. A well-made gothic carved wood has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Carol Canner, Ferruccio Laviani and Fratelli Boffi are consistently popular.