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.

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 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.

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.

Guanyin Carved Wood

Wood Sculpture Ming Dynasty

Guanyin Sculpture

Ming Guanyin

Chinese Guanyin

Polychrome Guanyin Sculpture, Carved Wood, Chinoiserie, China, 1880

$1,951

Polychrome Guanyin Sculpture, Carved Wood, Chinoiserie, China, 1880

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Impressive Chinese sculpture carved from wood and decorated with polychrome pigments, depicting Guanyin, the bodhisattva of compassion in the Chinese Buddhist tradition.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Early 17th Century Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin

$7,699

Early 17th Century Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

17th Century carved figure of Guanyin in Rajalalitasana position. Seated on rock with the right arm rested on the right knee. The figures are wearing loose robes that open at the ch...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Chinese Carved Wood Bodhisattva Guanyin, Late Ming Dynasty, 17th Century

$4,200

Chinese Carved Wood Bodhisattva Guanyin, Late Ming Dynasty, 17th Century

Located in Austin, TX

An attractive carved wood figure of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, known as Guanyin in China, late Ming Dynasty, early 17th century, China.

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Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Gesso, Wood

19th Century Buddhist Carved and Painted Wood Sculpture of Guanyin, China

$1,320

19th Century Buddhist Carved and Painted Wood Sculpture of Guanyin, China

Located in Stamford, CT

19th century Buddhist carving of Guanyin, shown standing with flowing robes on a rocky outcrop, mounted on a lobed wooden base. She holds a bottle in one hand and a basket of fruit i...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Chinese Carved Wood Guanyin with Attendants on Lotus Throne

$1,975

19th Century Chinese Carved Wood Guanyin with Attendants on Lotus Throne

Located in Denver, CO

A beautifully aged 19th-century Chinese carved wood figure of Guanyin, the bodhisattva traditionally associated with compassion and mercy, seated in a serene pose upon a lotus throne...

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Antique 1860s Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Chinese Carved Stone Head of Guanyin on a Custom Wood Stand

$1,420

Chinese Carved Stone Head of Guanyin on a Custom Wood Stand

Located in Doylestown, PA

20th century Chinese carved stone head sculpture of Guanyin mounted on a custom wood stand.

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20th Century Chinese Busts

Materials

Stone, Brass

18th Century Hand-Carved Jichi Wood Guanyin Figure

$3,475

18th Century Hand-Carved Jichi Wood Guanyin Figure

Located in New York, NY

She appears draped in a long flowing dress with a tiara- the many details of her appearance are beautifully articulated. Hand-carved from Jichi wood, the sculpture offers a wonderful...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Oriental Style Hand Carved Paint Decorated Wood Sculpture of Guanyin

$1,865

Vintage Oriental Style Hand Carved Paint Decorated Wood Sculpture of Guanyin

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions - H: 28 in W: 12 1/2 in D: 12 1/2 in An exceptionally sculptural and deeply expressive Vintage Oriental Style hand carved wood paint decorated bust of Guanyin, the Bodhi...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

An Important Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century

$23,992Sale Price|20% Off

An Important Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

An Important Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century Description: A dignified portrayal of the bodhisattva, resplendent with blue-black pigment detailing t...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

A Large Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin, Late Qing Dynasty

$22,800Sale Price|20% Off

A Large Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin, Late Qing Dynasty

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

An impressive depiction of Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of compassion, whose name bears the meaning ‘One who hears the cries of the world.’ The rather androgynous figure is adorned with ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

A Large Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin, Late Qing Dynasty

$22,800Sale Price|20% Off

A Large Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin, Late Qing Dynasty

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

Description: A singular example of Guanyin. Deviating from the Bodhisattva’s conventional pose of ‘royal ease’, the figure is instead seated in the meditative padmasana, or ‘lotus ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

A Large Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin, Late Qing Dynasty

$22,800Sale Price|20% Off

A Large Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin, Late Qing Dynasty

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

Description: A fine depiction of Guanyin, possessing the regal tranquillity that the Chinese Bodhisattva of compassion has come to be visually associated with. Marked by an urna si...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Guanyin in Carved Wood and Polichrome, China, Early 20th Century, Asian Art

$1,400

Guanyin in Carved Wood and Polichrome, China, Early 20th Century, Asian Art

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Guanyin in carved wood and polichrome, China, early 20th century, Asian art Measures: H 56cm, W 16cm, W 15cm.

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Vintage 1910s Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

A Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Carved Guanyin Figuring

$1,850

A Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Carved Guanyin Figuring

Located in Norton, MA

A great Chinese Guanyin cloisonné enameled figurine/sculpture holding a fan with intricated design on the entire body and standing on a fitted wooden stand. Hands and head are hand-c...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Monumental Chinese Song Dynasty Style Carved Wood & Polychrome Guanyin. 19th C.

$18,000

Monumental Chinese Song Dynasty Style Carved Wood & Polychrome Guanyin. 19th C.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An impressive and serene carved wood sculpture of Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, rendered in the Song Dynasty style.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Early Ming Dynasty Carved Wood Standing Guanyin Bodhisattva, China, circa 1400

$22,964

Early Ming Dynasty Carved Wood Standing Guanyin Bodhisattva, China, circa 1400

Located in Torino, IT

An important early Ming dynasty carved and painted wood figure of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, known in China as Guanyin, dating to circa 1400.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Huge Chinese Carved Wood Statue of Guanyin Goddes Great Carving, 20th Century

$2,234

Huge Chinese Carved Wood Statue of Guanyin Goddes Great Carving, 20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Huge and beautifully carved statue of a Guanyin. She is sitting on a throne.

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20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Chinese Carved Wood Standing Figure of Guanyin in the Ming Dynasty Style

$1,600

Chinese Carved Wood Standing Figure of Guanyin in the Ming Dynasty Style

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A Chinese carved wood standing figure of Guanyin in the Ming dynasty style, with polychrome application, the hair tied back into an elaborate high chignon, with her left hand raised,...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Song Dynasty Polychrome Wood Guanyin Figure, 13th Century

$75,500

Chinese Song Dynasty Polychrome Wood Guanyin Figure, 13th Century

Located in New York, NY

Ancient Chinese Song Dynasty Polychrome Wood Guanyin Figure An exceptional and deeply spiritual Chinese carved wood figure depicting Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, dating t...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carv...

Materials

Wood

Chinese Qing Dynasty Lacquered Wood Guanyin, 18th Century, Southern China

$4,800

Chinese Qing Dynasty Lacquered Wood Guanyin, 18th Century, Southern China

Located in Austin, TX

A Chinese early Qing Dynasty carved and lacquered wood figure of Guanyin, Southern China, 17th/18th century.

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Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

A Large Antique Chinese Carved Timber Figure of Guanyin Riding an Elephant

$36,000Sale Price|20% Off

A Large Antique Chinese Carved Timber Figure of Guanyin Riding an Elephant

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A Large Antique Chinese Carved Timber Figure of Guanyin Riding an Elephant Description: Enlivened with polychrome application, the bodhisattva seated in 'rajalilasana' astride a rec...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

A Large Heavy Chinese Cloisonné Gilt and Enamel Carved Guanyin Figuring 16.25"

$3,250

A Large Heavy Chinese Cloisonné Gilt and Enamel Carved Guanyin Figuring 16.25"

Located in Norton, MA

A large heavy and great Chinese Guanyin cloisonné gilt and enameled figurine/sculpture with intricated design on the entire body and standing on a fitted wooden stand. Hands and head...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Lady Guanyin Bodhisattva Gilded Wood Carving - Ming Dynasty, China 1368-1644 AD

$5,625

Lady Guanyin Bodhisattva Gilded Wood Carving - Ming Dynasty, China 1368-1644 AD

Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon

Magnificent Lady Guanyin Bodhisattva seated in Royal Relaxation pose hand-carved in Gilded Wood with traces of paint still visible.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antiquities

Materials

Wood

20.5" Circa 1920 Chinese hand-carved boxwood Guanyin (Quan Yin) standing statue.

$2,888

20.5" Circa 1920 Chinese hand-carved boxwood Guanyin (Quan Yin) standing statue.

Located in Brea, CA

20.5" Circa 1920 Chinese hand-carved boxwood Guanyin (Quan Yin) standing statue. The Bodhisattva stands gracefully on an intricately carved ao-fish and lotus base. Flowing layered ro...

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Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

A large wood Buddha/Guanyin with traces of pigments Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)

$9,128

A large wood Buddha/Guanyin with traces of pigments Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)

By Master

Located in Vienna, AT

A LARGE WOOD FIGURE OF GUANYIN WITH TRACES OF PIGMENTS MING DYNASTY (1368-1644) The bodhisattva is shown seated in padmasana, wearing long flowing robes, a bejewelled necklace and a ...

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Antique Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Large Zen Garden Shrine Head of Guanyin Buddha Statue

$1,850

Large Zen Garden Shrine Head of Guanyin Buddha Statue

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Large 20th century Chinese head of Guanyin. This piece is quite large and has been hand crafted by a skilled artisan from a single log. It measures 27 1/2” tall x 14” deep x 14” wide...

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20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Cabinet with Guanyin and Daoist Immortals

$6,325

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Cabinet with Guanyin and Daoist Immortals

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing dynasty period cabinet from the 19th century, with carved panels depicting Guanyin and Daoist immortals. Created in China during the Qing dynasty, this 19th century ca...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

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Ancient Guanyin, Hard Wood, China

Unavailable

H 18.12 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

Ancient Guanyin, Hard Wood, China

Located in Vigevano, IT

Beautiful Guanyin. Goddess is depicted standing, always looking down, towards those who suffer. The right hand is raised in Karana mudra, which expels demons and removes obstacles...

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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Zitan

Chinese Carved Temple Guanyin Holding Child

Unavailable

H 27.5 in W 17 in D 14.5 in

Chinese Carved Temple Guanyin Holding Child

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

Large modern Chinese carved and gessoed wooden temple Guanyin (woman) holding a child. Height: 27 1/2 in x Width: 17 in x Depth: 14 1/2 in.

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Antique 19th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Ming Dynasty Lacquered Wood Sculpture of Guanyin

Unavailable

H 40 in W 12 in D 12 in

Ming Dynasty Lacquered Wood Sculpture of Guanyin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Upon leading a victorious rebellion against the foreign Mongol rulers of the Yuan Dynasty, a peasant named Zhu Yuanzhang seized control of China and founded the Ming dynasty in 1368....

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved Gilded & PolychromeAgarwood Guanyin Buddha Head Sculpture

Unavailable

H 15.5 in Dm 7.5 in

Hand-Carved Gilded & PolychromeAgarwood Guanyin Buddha Head Sculpture

Located in 景德镇市, CN

This refined sculpture is meticulously hand-carved from natural agarwood (Chen Xiang), valued for its rare fragrance, dense grain, and spiritual significance.

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Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Agarwood Carved Guanyin Pendant Buddhist Bodhisattva Amulet Jewelry Necklace

Unavailable

H 3 in W 0.5 in D 2 in

Agarwood Carved Guanyin Pendant Buddhist Bodhisattva Amulet Jewelry Necklace

Located in 景德镇市, CN

This elegant pendant necklace features a finely hand-carved image of Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, sculpted from natural agarwood (chenxiang). Known for its rich fragrance ...

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Late 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Early Ming Dynasty Chinese Carved Timber Statue of Guanyin in Royal Repose

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H 16.54 in W 8.67 in D 6.7 in

Early Ming Dynasty Chinese Carved Timber Statue of Guanyin in Royal Repose

Located in Brisbane, Queensland

It is believed that this detailed hand-carved timber statue of the Chinese Goddess of mercy Guanyin dates to the transitional period between the end of the Yuan Dynasty and the start...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming More Asian Art, Objects an...

Materials

Wood, Zitan

Ming Dynasty Wooden Guanyin

Unavailable

H 48 in W 23 in D 24 in

Ming Dynasty Wooden Guanyin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Upon leading a victorious rebellion against the foreign Mongul rulers of the Yuan Dynasty, a peasant named Zhu Yuanzhang seized control of China and founded the Ming Dynasty in 1368....

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Ming Dynasty Wooden Polychromed Guanyin

Unavailable

H 40 in W 24 in D 20 in

Ming Dynasty Wooden Polychromed Guanyin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Buddhism was introduced to China from India in the early years of the first millennium. This statue represents the bodhisattva of mercy, known as Avalokiteshvara (or Guanyin in Chine...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Ming Dynasty-inspired Guanyin Wooden Sculpture

Unavailable

H 30 in W 24 in D 14 in

Early 20th Century Ming Dynasty-inspired Guanyin Wooden Sculpture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Inspired by the Ming Dynasty, this elegant statue of Guanyin, Goddess of Compassion, was hand carved in the 20th century. The artist captures the timeless and spiritual aura of Guany...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

16th Century Guanyin Carved Wood

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H 35.4 in W 10.23 in D 6.69 in

16th Century Guanyin Carved Wood

Located in Miami, FL

Beautiful carved wood guanyin Magnificent chinese carved wood guanying pictured standing in typical clothing and wearing the crown.

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities

Materials

Wood

1920s Carved Wood Guanyin Statue

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H 39 in W 11 in D 8 in

1920s Carved Wood Guanyin Statue

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1920s Carved Wood Guanyin Statue Beautifully fine carving details Damage shown in pictures Crack in neck

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Vintage 1920s Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Nicely carved wood Guanyin figure

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H 22 in W 16 in D 13 in

Nicely carved wood Guanyin figure

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A great looking carved wood sculpture of a Guanyin. It looks quite old but as we are unsure we are selling it as 20th century.

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20th Century Chinese Religious Items

Materials

Wood

Chinese Carved Wood Guanyin Sculpture

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H 49.5 in W 18 in D 11.5 in L 49.5 in

Chinese Carved Wood Guanyin Sculpture

Located in Astoria, NY

Chinese Carved Wood Standing Guanyin Sculpture, with remnants of gesso and polychrome paint. 49.5" H x 18" W x 11.5" D.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Gesso, Wood

A Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin

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H 16.5 in W 8 in D 7 in

A Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin

Located in Austin, TX

A nicely carved figure of Guanyin, the bodhisattva of compassion. Seated on a raised dais, hands in dhyana mudra (position of meditation or contemplation) holding a small bowl. He is...

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20th Century Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Chinese Monumental Carved Wood Standing Guanyin

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H 74 in W 24 in D 18 in

Chinese Monumental Carved Wood Standing Guanyin

Located in Astoria, NY

Chinese Monumental Carved Polychromed Wood Guan Yin Standing on Lotus Pedestal Sculpture, the figure's hands raised in Mudra positions, glass inset eyes. 74" H x 24" W x 18" D.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Chinese Monumental Carved Wood Guanyin on Elephant

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H 49 in W 39 in D 18 in

Chinese Monumental Carved Wood Guanyin on Elephant

Located in Astoria, NY

Chinese Monumental Carved Polychromed Wood Guan Yin Seated atop Elephant Sculpture, the figure's hands raised in Mudra positions, glass inset eyes. 49" H x 39" W x 18" D.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Chinese Monumental Carved Wood Guanyin on Lion

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H 48 in W 38.5 in D 19 in

Chinese Monumental Carved Wood Guanyin on Lion

Located in Astoria, NY

Chinese Monumental Carved Polychromed Wood Guan Yin Seated atop Foo Lion Sculpture, the figure's hands raised in Mudra positions, glass inset eyes. 48" H x 38.5" W x 19" D.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Asian Seated Guanyin in Mandorla in Wood

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H 16 in W 12 in D 8 in

Asian Seated Guanyin in Mandorla in Wood

Located in Astoria, NY

Asian wooden carving of a seated Guanyin in Dharmachakra mudra in front of a foliate mandorla. The piece is possibly Chinese and is in great vintage condition.

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20th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Large Set circa 1900 Chinese Carved Wood Statues Gilded Immortal & Guanyin

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H 24.81 in Dm 0.04 in

Large Set circa 1900 Chinese Carved Wood Statues Gilded Immortal & Guanyin

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Beautifully carved pieces, partially gilded. The wood has a specific smell to it, very nice actually. Total weight is 6.8 kilogram Condition Overall condition: Antique condition s...

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20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

Qing Dynasty Chinese Hand Carved Hardwood Guanyin Statue

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Qing Dynasty Chinese Hand Carved Hardwood Guanyin Statue

Located in Astoria, NY

A beautiful and serene Chinese hand-carved, hardwood Guanyin statue or sculpture holding a ruyi scepter and standing full length on a double lotus. Painted with black, gold and red r...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Guanyin, Qing Dynasty China

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H 37.8 in W 14.97 in D 5.52 in

Guanyin, Qing Dynasty China

Located in Roma, IT

Guanyin, Qing Dynasty China is an original precious manufacture realized in China during the Qing Dynasty. Handmade painted Chinese wood. Provenance: Private collection. Go...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Polychrome Guanyin Head

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H 31 in W 13 in D 15.5 in

Chinese Polychrome Guanyin Head

Located in Chicago, IL

This larger-than-life wood carving of Guanyin depicts the goddess with an elaborate headdress and a serene expression of meditation.

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Qing Busts

Materials

Wood

Carved Soapstone Guanyin and Attendant Lamp, Mid 20th Century, China and USA

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H 32.5 in W 6.25 in D 6.25 in

Carved Soapstone Guanyin and Attendant Lamp, Mid 20th Century, China and USA

Located in Austin, TX

A beautiful and elegant carved soapstone figure of Guanyin and attendant, now mounted as a table lamp. The soapstone carving circa 1940's or earlier, China, mounted as a lamp in the ...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Soapstone

Ancient Big Guanyin, Qing Dynasty, China

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H 44.1 in W 6.3 in D 4.73 in

Ancient Big Guanyin, Qing Dynasty, China

Located in Roma, IT

Very beautiful artwork sculpture: It is realized with the root of the wood on the lower side and, on the upper side, there is the bust of Guanyin Deity carved.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

A Qing Dynasty Asian Hardwood Sculpture of Guanyin

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H 11.5 in W 8 in D 3.5 in

A Qing Dynasty Asian Hardwood Sculpture of Guanyin

Located in Astoria, NY

A late Qing Dynasty hand carved and polished Asian hardwood Guanyin holding a good-luck ruyi scepter and seated on a mythological beast (probably a Qilin). Good condition with age...

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20th Century Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pair of Large Chinese Guanyin Statues in the Manner of of James Mont

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H 75 in W 20 in D 18 in

Pair of Large Chinese Guanyin Statues in the Manner of of James Mont

By James Mont

Located in Lambertville, NJ

An impressive pair of Chinese carved wood Guanyin statues. These are hand-carved and painted in an aged green finish measuring 60" without bases, a total of 75" high including the cu...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Qing Dynasty Carved Wood Guanyin

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H 39.5 in W 9 in D 8.5 in

Qing Dynasty Carved Wood Guanyin

Located in Houston, TX

A tall Qing dynasty carved wood Guanyin standing on a double lotus base.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Vintage Thai Carved Wooden Head Sculpture of Guanyin, Bodhisattva of Compassion

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H 28.5 in W 15 in D 14 in

Vintage Thai Carved Wooden Head Sculpture of Guanyin, Bodhisattva of Compassion

Located in Yonkers, NY

A large vintage Thai carved Chinese design wooden head sculpture depicting Guanyin, the bodhisattva of compassion. Found in Thailand and topped with a tall crown, this Chinese style ...

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20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Gilt Lacquered Wood Figure of Guanyin, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)

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H 25.75 in W 15.75 in D 11.25 in

Gilt Lacquered Wood Figure of Guanyin, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)

Located in Point Richmond, CA

The Bodhisattva of Compassion (Avalokitesvara) seated majestically in rajalilasana, the position of royal ease, with the right forearm resting on the knee of the raised right leg, wh...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th Century Buddhist Calligraphy Prayer Board "Guanyin"

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H 49 in W 23 in D 2 in

19th Century Buddhist Calligraphy Prayer Board "Guanyin"

Located in New York, NY

This is a singular solid board of wood. A very special and sacred blessing has been carved not into the wooden board but out of the wooden board.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Ming Dynasty Polychromed Clay & Stucco Head of Bodhisattva Guanyin

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H 15.75 in W 8 in D 9 in

Ming Dynasty Polychromed Clay & Stucco Head of Bodhisattva Guanyin

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Possibly of the late-ming period (17th century) carved and polychromed wood head of Bodhisattva Guanyin.

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Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Steel

Chinese Carved Wood Sculpture of Guanyin

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H 48 in W 24 in

Chinese Carved Wood Sculpture of Guanyin

Located in Seattle, WA

Chinese wood carving of Guanyin (avalokitesvara), the Buddhist bodhisattva associated with compassion. Originally installed in a Buddhist temple or shrine, the figure, dressed in a l...

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20th Century Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

An Impressive Chinese Carved Wood Polychrome Painted Guanyin

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H 51 in W 50 in D 31 in

An Impressive Chinese Carved Wood Polychrome Painted Guanyin

Located in London, GB

Chinese Carved Wood Polychrome Painted Guanyin, in the posture of “Celestial Ease” Shanxi Province, China. 19th Century Guanyin is commonly known in the Western world as the Buddhis...

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Antique 19th Century Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Chinese Ming Dinasty Carved Wood Head of Guanyin, circa 1600

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H 14.5 in W 7 in D 6.5 in

Chinese Ming Dinasty Carved Wood Head of Guanyin, circa 1600

Located in London, GB

A stunning polychrome carved wood head of a Guanyin dating from the late Ming period, circa 1600-1620.

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Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Hand Carved Guanyin Chinese Goddess of Mercy on Wood Stand, 19th Century

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H 12 in W 5 in D 4 in

Hand Carved Guanyin Chinese Goddess of Mercy on Wood Stand, 19th Century

Located in Savannah, GA

Hand carved Guanyin Chinese Goddess of Mercy on wood stand from the Florida Museum Elizabeth, Austin, 19th century.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Carved and Polychromed Head of Bodhisattva Guanyin

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H 30 in W 12 in D 12 in

Carved and Polychromed Head of Bodhisattva Guanyin

Located in San Francisco, CA

The Buddhist deity of compassion and mercy depicted with a serene face and tall chignon fronted by a diadem centering a small figure of Amitabha seated in meditation, painted in dark...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Southeast Asian Busts

Materials

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Chinese Carved Red Coral Figure of Guanyin & Dragon

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H 6.5 in W 7.75 in D 5 in

Chinese Carved Red Coral Figure of Guanyin & Dragon

Located in Seattle, WA

The whole finely carved from a naturally formed branch of red coral and mounted on a carved wood stand in the form of rockwork.

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Early 20th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Guanyin Sculpture

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H 41 in W 18 in D 12 in

Guanyin Sculpture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hand Carved Guanyin ( Bodisattva )Sculpture. Wood with Gesso and Polychrome.

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20th Century Chinese Statues

Materials

Wood

Guanyin Bodhisattva Gilded Wood Carving, Ming Dynasty, China

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H 12 in W 7 in D 5 in

Guanyin Bodhisattva Gilded Wood Carving, Ming Dynasty, China

Located in Allentown, PA

Guanyin Bodhisattva Gilded wood carving - Ming Dynasty, China Guanyin or Guan Yin is an East Asian bodhisattva associated with compassion and venerated by Mahayana Buddhists and fol...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Boxwood

Early 20th Century Chinese Guanyin Jade Lamp

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H 27 in Dm 5 in

Early 20th Century Chinese Guanyin Jade Lamp

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

A Chinese carved jade lamp of Guanyin from 1920 on a carved wood base with gilt bronze double lotus base and tree form light post with two sockets.

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Early 20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

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Wood Guanyin Bodhisattva Female Buddha Asian Handmade Carved Statue Sculpture

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H 16.15 in W 7.49 in D 7.09 in

Wood Guanyin Bodhisattva Female Buddha Asian Handmade Carved Statue Sculpture

By Eastern Artisans

Located in Milano, IT

An antique and exceptional work of art dating back to the middle of the XXth century. A unique masterpiece, a legacy of the Chinese Craft of Wood Incision. A passionate piece of trad...

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Vintage 1970s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Vintage Hand Carved Wood Statue of the Goddess Guanyin

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H 19.5 in W 13.5 in D 6 in

Vintage Hand Carved Wood Statue of the Goddess Guanyin

Located in Minneapolis, MN

A nicely carved wood statue Bodhisattva Guanyin. Venerated in both the Buddhist and Taoist religion.

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20th Century Unknown Other Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Chinese Carved Guan Yin Statuary, Boxwood, Antique, Circa 1900-1940

$2,500

H 18.5 in W 6 in D 4 in

Chinese Carved Guan Yin Statuary, Boxwood, Antique, Circa 1900-1940

Located in Pomona, CA

This item is a hand-carved wooden statue of Guanyin (also known as Kwan Yin or Quan Yin), the Bodhisattva of Compassion. Guanyin is depicted standing elegantly in flowing robes with ...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

Chinese Carved Boxwood Figure of Guanyin, Mid-Qing Dynasty

$9,600

H 13 in W 4.5 in D 4 in

Chinese Carved Boxwood Figure of Guanyin, Mid-Qing Dynasty

Located in Austin, TX

A sublime Chinese carved boxwood figure of the Bodhisattva of Compassion, Avalokiteshvara, called Guanyin in Chinese, mid-Qing dynasty. The androgynous figure wears layers of loose...

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Materials

Boxwood

Early Ming Dynasty Chinese Buddha Statue, circa 14th Century

$5,400

H 10.5 in W 5.5 in D 2.5 in

Early Ming Dynasty Chinese Buddha Statue, circa 14th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

A very fine late Yuan to early Ming Chinese terracotta gilt and polychrome painted Buddha figure, he is dressed in thick robes, his hair arranged in typical early song or Yuan dynast...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Antique Asian Wood Statue of Chinese Mazu Goddess of Sea and Teacher

$550

H 8 in W 4 in D 3.5 in

Antique Asian Wood Statue of Chinese Mazu Goddess of Sea and Teacher

Located in Somis, CA

This finely hand-carved wood statue depicts Mazu, the revered Chinese goddess of the sea and protector of sailors and travelers. Seated regally upon an elaborate throne, she has a be...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Carved Wood Deity Altar Figure 18th

$360Sale Price|20% Off

H 9.25 in W 3.75 in D 3.25 in

Antique Chinese Carved Wood Deity Altar Figure 18th

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Chinese Carved Wood Deity Altar Figure 18thC Measures - 9 1/4" x 3 3/4" x 3 1/4"

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Antique 18th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Edo period wooden carved Buddhist statue/11-faced Thousand-armed Kannon

$1,800

H 12.13 in W 4.1 in D 2.96 in

Edo period wooden carved Buddhist statue/11-faced Thousand-armed Kannon

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a wooden statue of **Jūichimen Senju Kannon Bosatsu (Eleven-Headed Thousand-Armed Kannon)**, created in Japan during the late Edo period. Senju Kannon (Thousand-Armed Kannon...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Cypress

Antique Chinese Carved Bodhisattva Figure Lotus Throne Architectural Fragment

$750

H 9 in W 5 in D 3 in

Antique Chinese Carved Bodhisattva Figure Lotus Throne Architectural Fragment

Located in Forney, TX

This richly sculpted hand carved and gilded Bodhisattva sculpture is almost certainly a fragment of a larger structure, likely an architectural ornament from an East Asian Buddhist t...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer

Japanese Edo Period Wooden Buddha Statue / Kannon Bodhisattva

$1,200

H 14.38 in W 5.6 in D 3.43 in

Japanese Edo Period Wooden Buddha Statue / Kannon Bodhisattva

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a wooden standing statue of Kannon Bosatsu (Avalokiteśvara) produced in Japan during the mid to late Edo period (18th to 19th century). With a height of 36.5 cm, it possesses...

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Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Cypress

Chinese Ming Dynasty Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Bodhisattva, 17th Century

$6,500

H 11.5 in W 6.25 in D 4.25 in

Chinese Ming Dynasty Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Bodhisattva, 17th Century

Located in Austin, TX

Chinese late Ming dynasty bronze figure of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, also known as Guanyin (Quan Yin, Kwan Yin, Kuan Yin), 17th century, China The figure well cast in two ...

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Antique Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Carved Zitan Figure of a Bodhisattva, Qing Dynasty

$9,500

H 8.13 in W 4.75 in D 2.75 in

Chinese Carved Zitan Figure of a Bodhisattva, Qing Dynasty

Located in Austin, TX

A finely carved Chinese zitan wood figure of an unidentified bodhisattva, possibly Guanyin, late Qing Dynasty, circa 1900, China. The androgynous figure has a plump, almost matronly ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Antique Chinese Polychrome Wooden Figurine of Guanyin with Pearl of Light

$595

H 7 in W 2.75 in D 2.25 in

Antique Chinese Polychrome Wooden Figurine of Guanyin with Pearl of Light

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique Chinese polychrome wooden figurine. In the form of Guanyin (Avalokiteśvara) with a pearl of light in her hands. The figurine references ancient Chinese stories where...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Paint

Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

$24,500

H 32 in W 22.25 in D 16 in

Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A large and magnificent near life-sized Chinese carved and lacquered wood figure of a Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th century or earlier, southern China. The figure likely represents ...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Carved Marble Sitting Guanyin

$2,285

H 33.75 in W 16 in D 11 in

Chinese Carved Marble Sitting Guanyin

Located in Bradenton, FL

Marble statue of carved statue of the Buddhist goddess known as Guanyin, sitting in the lotus position. The peaceful and serene expression on her face conveys calm. She ie also know...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved, Painted and Giltwood Amitayus Buddha

$7,800

H 19.5 in W 12 in D 9.5 in

Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved, Painted and Giltwood Amitayus Buddha

Located in Austin, TX

A beautiful and serene Chinese Ming dynasty carved wood figure of the Buddha Amitayus, the Buddha of long life, and a form of Amitabha Buddha. He is seated in dhyanassana, dressed in...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Laquered Wood Buddha , Shan States, Burma , Partly 18th C.

$4,317Sale Price|20% Off

H 42.51 in W 15.35 in D 10.62 in

Laquered Wood Buddha , Shan States, Burma , Partly 18th C.

Located in PARIS, FR

Seated Buddha in Bhumisparsa mùdra position, or gesture of the earth witnessing Buddha's struggle against Mara Shan States, northeastern Burma, partially 18th century Heavily restor...

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Chinese Polychrome-Decorated Carved Wood Figure of a Bodhisattva

$3,500

H 40 in Dm 9 in

Chinese Polychrome-Decorated Carved Wood Figure of a Bodhisattva

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A Chinese polychrome-decorated carved wood figure of a Bodhisattva Standing regally with her hands in vitarka mudra, a five-pointed diadem set on her head, the angular face with bro...

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20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

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Guanyin Carved Wood For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal guanyin carved wood for your home. Frequently made of wood, ceramic and porcelain, every guanyin carved wood was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect guanyin carved wood — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A guanyin carved wood is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Folk Art styles are sought with frequency.

How Much is a Guanyin Carved Wood?

A guanyin carved wood can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,138, while the lowest priced sells for $450 and the highest can go for as much as $26,568.

Questions About Guanyin Carved Wood

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 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.
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.
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.
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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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 the difference between wood carving and sculpture?
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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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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.
What are carved wood figures in African art?
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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.

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