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003_kin -- Compact Memorial Altar & Incense Holder for pets
003_kin -- Compact Memorial Altar & Incense Holder for pets

003_kin -- Compact Memorial Altar & Incense Holder for pets

Located in hong kong, HK

Designed to fit seamlessly into any home or studio, the altar is a compact and elegant box with a small integrated drawer.

Category

2010s Hong Kong Arts and Crafts Furniture

Materials

Ash, Oak, Hardwood

Sacred Heart of Jesus Bust Christian Luxury White Sculpture Gold Luster - Floral
Sacred Heart of Jesus Bust Christian Luxury White Sculpture Gold Luster - Floral

Sacred Heart of Jesus Bust Christian Luxury White Sculpture Gold Luster - Floral

By Lladro

Located in New York City, NY

This artistic decision bridges five centuries of Christian devotional art with a refined modern sensibility, making this sculpture as compelling in a luxury interior design context a...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Baroque Busts

Materials

Porcelain

PUERTO RICO Domingo Orta Carved Wood "Santos De Palo" Of San Francisco De Assisi
PUERTO RICO Domingo Orta Carved Wood "Santos De Palo" Of San Francisco De Assisi

PUERTO RICO Domingo Orta Carved Wood "Santos De Palo" Of San Francisco De Assisi

Located in Miami, FL

These statues were central to home altars, serving as intermediaries for prayer, particularly for protection or healing.

Category

20th Century Puerto Rican Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Paint

PUERTO RICO Sculpted Carved Wood "Santos De Palo" of St. Sebastian
PUERTO RICO Sculpted Carved Wood "Santos De Palo" of St. Sebastian

PUERTO RICO Sculpted Carved Wood "Santos De Palo" of St. Sebastian

Located in Miami, FL

These statues were central to home altars, serving as intermediaries for prayer, particularly for protection or healing.

Category

20th Century Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Paint

PUERTO RICO Sculpted Carved Wood "Santos De Palo" of San Francisco De Assisi
PUERTO RICO Sculpted Carved Wood "Santos De Palo" of San Francisco De Assisi

PUERTO RICO Sculpted Carved Wood "Santos De Palo" of San Francisco De Assisi

Located in Miami, FL

These statues were central to home altars, serving as intermediaries for prayer, particularly for protection or healing.

Category

20th Century Puerto Rican Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Paint

PUERTO RICO Vintage Collection of 42 Hand Carved Wood "Santos De Palo"
PUERTO RICO Vintage Collection of 42 Hand Carved Wood "Santos De Palo"

PUERTO RICO Vintage Collection of 42 Hand Carved Wood "Santos De Palo"

Located in Miami, FL

These statues were central to home altars, serving as intermediaries for prayer, particularly for protection or healing.

Category

20th Century Puerto Rican Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Paint

Wooden Netsuke in the Form of A Daruma in red lacquer in natural wood
Wooden Netsuke in the Form of A Daruma in red lacquer in natural wood

Wooden Netsuke in the Form of A Daruma in red lacquer in natural wood

Located in PARIS, FR

Even today, in merchants’ homes, altars are often dedicated to these objects, which are believed to bring good fortune and commercial success.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood, Lacquer

Antique Catholic Print of Jesus Blessing Children – Germany, c. 1890
Antique Catholic Print of Jesus Blessing Children – Germany, c. 1890

Antique Catholic Print of Jesus Blessing Children – Germany, c. 1890

Located in Langweer, NL

This image reflects the powerful theme from the Gospel of Matthew, “Let the little children come to me,” and was widely used in Catholic devotional culture for home altars, schools, ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Prints

Materials

Paper

Beautiful Pair of Antique Bronze & Marble Sacred Heart Busts of Jesus and Mary
Beautiful Pair of Antique Bronze & Marble Sacred Heart Busts of Jesus and Mary

Beautiful Pair of Antique Bronze & Marble Sacred Heart Busts of Jesus and Mary

Located in Lisse, NL

Standing just 5 inches tall with a 3-inch marble base, they were likely created for private devotion, small enough to sit upon a bedside table, a home altar, or the corner of a famil...

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Religious Items

Materials

Marble, Bronze

003_mei – Compact Walnut Memorial Altar & Incense Holder for Pets
003_mei – Compact Walnut Memorial Altar & Incense Holder for Pets

003_mei – Compact Walnut Memorial Altar & Incense Holder for Pets

Located in hong kong, HK

Designed to fit seamlessly into any home or studio, the altar is a compact and elegant box with a small integrated drawer.

Category

2010s Hong Kong Arts and Crafts Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

PUERTO RICO Antonio Aviles Carved Wood "Santos De Palo" of The Three Kings
PUERTO RICO Antonio Aviles Carved Wood "Santos De Palo" of The Three Kings

PUERTO RICO Antonio Aviles Carved Wood "Santos De Palo" of The Three Kings

Located in Miami, FL

These statues were central to home altars, serving as intermediaries for prayer, particularly for protection or healing.

Category

20th Century Puerto Rican Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Charcoal Lidded Altar Vase with Stylized Acorn Finial
Vintage Charcoal Lidded Altar Vase with Stylized Acorn Finial

Vintage Charcoal Lidded Altar Vase with Stylized Acorn Finial

Located in Yonkers, NY

A vintage charcoal altar lidded vase with stylized acorn top and tapering lines.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Ceremonial Altar Vase with Crackled Blue Glaze and Decorative Motifs
Ceremonial Altar Vase with Crackled Blue Glaze and Decorative Motifs

Ceremonial Altar Vase with Crackled Blue Glaze and Decorative Motifs

Located in Yonkers, NY

A large ceremonial altar vase with crackled blue patina. This striking ceremonial altar vase captivates with its large stature and exquisite crackled blue patina.

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Altar Vase with Yellow Crackle Finish and Flaring Neck
Vintage Altar Vase with Yellow Crackle Finish and Flaring Neck

Vintage Altar Vase with Yellow Crackle Finish and Flaring Neck

Located in Yonkers, NY

Whether displayed alone as an art piece or used functionally to hold your favorite blooms, this vase is sure to bring an authentic touch of Chinese history and culture to your home d...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Altar Console Table with Original Lacquer
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Altar Console Table with Original Lacquer

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Altar Console Table with Original Lacquer

Located in Yonkers, NY

With its clean lines, good proportions and great rustic character, this Chinese Qing Dynasty period lacquered wood altar console table from the 19th century will make for a great add...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Qing Dynasty Tall Altar Console Table with Carved Scrolling Spandrels
Qing Dynasty Tall Altar Console Table with Carved Scrolling Spandrels

Qing Dynasty Tall Altar Console Table with Carved Scrolling Spandrels

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Qing Dynasty period tall altar console table from the 19th century, with everted flanges, carved spandrels and double side supports.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Console Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Qing Dynasty Altar Console Table with Distressed Lacquer
19th Century Qing Dynasty Altar Console Table with Distressed Lacquer

19th Century Qing Dynasty Altar Console Table with Distressed Lacquer

Located in Yonkers, NY

This Chinese Qing Dynasty period altar console table from the 19th century is a wonderful fusion of history, artisanship, and timeless design.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Large Oxblood Glazed Ceramic Altar Vase with Flaring Neck, Vintage
Large Oxblood Glazed Ceramic Altar Vase with Flaring Neck, Vintage

Large Oxblood Glazed Ceramic Altar Vase with Flaring Neck, Vintage

Located in Yonkers, NY

The vase’s classic design and rich color are versatile enough to complement various decor styles, from traditional to contemporary. This vintage oxblood altar vase is not just a deco...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Coronation of Mary Religious Chromolithograph with Gold, c. 1900
Antique Coronation of Mary Religious Chromolithograph with Gold, c. 1900

Antique Coronation of Mary Religious Chromolithograph with Gold, c. 1900

Located in Langweer, NL

This image was most likely published in Germany for the Catholic devotional market, where high-quality chromolithographs were produced for churches, schools, and private home altars....

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Prints

Materials

Paper

Qing 19th Century Altar Vase with Hand-Painted Flowers and Birds
Qing 19th Century Altar Vase with Hand-Painted Flowers and Birds

Qing 19th Century Altar Vase with Hand-Painted Flowers and Birds

Located in Yonkers, NY

With its vibrant color and skillfully executed décor, this Qing Dynasty 19th century Chinese hand-painted altar vase will make for a lovely decorative addition to any home, whether p...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Vases

Materials

Ceramic

PUERTO RICO Sculpted Carved Wood "Santos De Palo" of Christ Carrying the Cross
PUERTO RICO Sculpted Carved Wood "Santos De Palo" of Christ Carrying the Cross

PUERTO RICO Sculpted Carved Wood "Santos De Palo" of Christ Carrying the Cross

Located in Miami, FL

These statues were central to home altars, serving as intermediaries for prayer, particularly for protection or healing.

Category

20th Century Puerto Rican Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Paint

Indian 19th Century Low Altar Table with Underglaze Snake Skin Pattern
Indian 19th Century Low Altar Table with Underglaze Snake Skin Pattern

Indian 19th Century Low Altar Table with Underglaze Snake Skin Pattern

Located in Yonkers, NY

Adorned with an underglaze snake skin finish, this 19th century Indian low altar console table will bring a subtle touch of elegance to any home!

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Qing Dynasty Period 19th Century Altar Console Table with Carved Spandrels
Qing Dynasty Period 19th Century Altar Console Table with Carved Spandrels

Qing Dynasty Period 19th Century Altar Console Table with Carved Spandrels

Located in Yonkers, NY

Whether used as a functional console or as a decorative focal point, this Qing Dynasty altar table is sure to enrich any home with its timeless beauty and cultural significance.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Chinese Vintage Altar Vase with Crackle Celadon Finish and Flaring Neck
Chinese Vintage Altar Vase with Crackle Celadon Finish and Flaring Neck

Chinese Vintage Altar Vase with Crackle Celadon Finish and Flaring Neck

Located in Yonkers, NY

Showcasing a 5.5" diameter opening, this vintage Chinese altar vase will bring a graceful presence to any home décor, perhaps placed in a living room, entry way of hallway.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Qing Dynasty Period 19th Century Altar Cabinet with Natural Finish
Chinese Qing Dynasty Period 19th Century Altar Cabinet with Natural Finish

Chinese Qing Dynasty Period 19th Century Altar Cabinet with Natural Finish

Located in Yonkers, NY

Raised on straight legs with carved apron, this Chinese altar cabinet charms our eyes with its lovely patina and graceful lines, making it a perfect decorative choice for any home, p...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Large Chinese Hand Carved Dragon Altar Table or Rosewood Entry Table
Large Chinese Hand Carved Dragon Altar Table or Rosewood Entry Table

Large Chinese Hand Carved Dragon Altar Table or Rosewood Entry Table

Located in Miami, FL

Possibly once used as an altar table for honouring one's ancestors, this table's long, narrow form makes it a versatile addition to the modern home.

Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Console Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Oxblood Glazed Chinese Altar Vases with Unglazed Rims, Sold Individually
Vintage Oxblood Glazed Chinese Altar Vases with Unglazed Rims, Sold Individually

Vintage Oxblood Glazed Chinese Altar Vases with Unglazed Rims, Sold Individually

Located in Yonkers, NY

Our vintage oxblood glazed colored altar vases from the mid 20th century make for striking additions to our vast collection of antique and vintage vases.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Tall and Slender Vintage White Porcelain Elephant Handles Altar Vases, Near Pair
Tall and Slender Vintage White Porcelain Elephant Handles Altar Vases, Near Pair

Tall and Slender Vintage White Porcelain Elephant Handles Altar Vases, Near Pair

Located in Yonkers, NY

Embrace the allure of these vintage porcelain altar vases, and let them infuse your home with their slender elegance, whimsical charm, and timeless beauty.

Category

20th Century Chinese Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Altar Console Table with Overhang Top and Open Fretwork Scrolls
Antique Chinese Altar Console Table with Overhang Top and Open Fretwork Scrolls

Antique Chinese Altar Console Table with Overhang Top and Open Fretwork Scrolls

Located in Yonkers, NY

With its unusual hand-carved design and rich patina, this Chinese altar console table circa 1900 will be a great decorative accent in any home.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Wood

Chinese Qing 19th Century Altar Vase with Hand-Painted Flowers and Calligraphy
Chinese Qing 19th Century Altar Vase with Hand-Painted Flowers and Calligraphy

Chinese Qing 19th Century Altar Vase with Hand-Painted Flowers and Calligraphy

Located in Yonkers, NY

Showcasing decorative ring pulls, this Qing Dynasty Chinese hand-painted altar vase will make for a lovely decorative addition to any home, whether placed atop a commode, side table ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Petite Japanese Edo Period Folk Art Altar Table with Carved and Painted Motifs
Petite Japanese Edo Period Folk Art Altar Table with Carved and Painted Motifs

Petite Japanese Edo Period Folk Art Altar Table with Carved and Painted Motifs

Located in Yonkers, NY

Raised on four finial in each corner, this small Japanese Edo period altar table charms us with its weathered appearance witnessing of its age and delicate decor, making it a great d...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Wood

Museum-Quality 18th Century Tibetan Lineage Thangka Painting Buddha Shakyamuni
Museum-Quality 18th Century Tibetan Lineage Thangka Painting Buddha Shakyamuni

Museum-Quality 18th Century Tibetan Lineage Thangka Painting Buddha Shakyamuni

Located in TORQUAY, AU

It has been an object of veneration, likely displayed on a monastery wall or a private home altar, absorbing the atmosphere of centuries of practice.  

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Tibetan Tibetan Paintings and Screens

Materials

Fabric, Glass, Hardwood

1.04 Kg Natural Aventurine Love Birds Hand-Carved Sculpture Figurine Home Decor
1.04 Kg Natural Aventurine Love Birds Hand-Carved Sculpture Figurine Home Decor

1.04 Kg Natural Aventurine Love Birds Hand-Carved Sculpture Figurine Home Decor

By Vaibhav Dhadda

Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan

In Vastu and Feng Shui, green aventurine is considered an auspicious stone that opens the heart chakra and strengthens emotional harmony. Ideal for home décor, office desks, relatio...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Aventurine

9thC Majestic Stone Carved Durga from Ancient Java. Museum Quality
9thC Majestic Stone Carved Durga from Ancient Java. Museum Quality

9thC Majestic Stone Carved Durga from Ancient Java. Museum Quality

Located in Ukiah, CA

Weighing approximately 100 pounds and measuring 23 inches in height by 11 inches in width, it is an imposing and deeply impressive work—one that has long held a central place on the ...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Southeast Asian Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Original Vintage Train Travel Poster Ghent Belgian Art Treasures Herman Verbaere
Original Vintage Train Travel Poster Ghent Belgian Art Treasures Herman Verbaere

Original Vintage Train Travel Poster Ghent Belgian Art Treasures Herman Verbaere

By Herman Verbaere

Located in London, GB

Original vintage train travel poster - Ghent Belgian Art Treasures / Gent Belgische Kunstschatten - featuring a great design by Herman Verbaere (1905-1993) depicting a view of people...

Category

Vintage 1950s Belgian Posters

Materials

Paper

Decorated Religious Possibly Russian Brass Repousse Enameled Icon Wall Placque
Decorated Religious Possibly Russian Brass Repousse Enameled Icon Wall Placque

Decorated Religious Possibly Russian Brass Repousse Enameled Icon Wall Placque

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

The plaque’s raised metalwork, combined with the hand-painted faces, reflects traditional techniques commonly associated with 19th–20th century iconography found in Russian Orthodox ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Russian Neoclassical Decorative Art

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Mid-20th Century Tibetan Hand-crafted Bronze Incense Burner
Mid-20th Century Tibetan Hand-crafted Bronze Incense Burner

Mid-20th Century Tibetan Hand-crafted Bronze Incense Burner

Located in Pomona, CA

You can use it as decorative pieces for altars or homes, enhancing the ambiance for meditation and promoting a sense of inner peace and connection to ancient Himalayan customs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Mid 20th Century Tibetan Handcrafted Bronze Incense Burner
Mid 20th Century Tibetan Handcrafted Bronze Incense Burner

Mid 20th Century Tibetan Handcrafted Bronze Incense Burner

Located in Pomona, CA

You can use it as decorative pieces for altars or homes, enhancing the ambiance for meditation and promoting a sense of inner peace and connection to ancient Himalayan customs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Religious Items

Materials

Copper

Hand-Carved Rose Quartz Parrot Sculpture with Amethyst Rock Base
Hand-Carved Rose Quartz Parrot Sculpture with Amethyst Rock Base

Hand-Carved Rose Quartz Parrot Sculpture with Amethyst Rock Base

By Vaibhav Dhadda

Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan

The bird’s form captures motion and freedom, making it a perfect symbol of joy, healing, and spiritual growth. Ideal for home décor, energy altars, crystal collections, or thoughtfu...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Fluorite

18th Century Painted Shrine
18th Century Painted Shrine

18th Century Painted Shrine

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

Likely used as a personal altar within a home, this piece features hand-painted doors adorned with delicate floral motifs in warm, earthy tones, reflecting the natural beauty of the ...

Category

Antique 1790s South American Other Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Tathagata: Contemporary Mixed Media Buddha Painting by Sax Berlin

Tathagata: Contemporary Mixed Media Buddha Painting by Sax Berlin

By Sax Berlin

Located in Brecon, Powys

This Buddha would sit happily on an altar or a home corner of peace and tranquility, giving an essence of calm & preparedness to those who stand before it.

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Tathagata

Tathagata

By Sax Berlin

Located in Brecon, Powys

This Buddha would sit happily on an altar or a home corner of peace and tranquility, giving an essence of calm & preparedness to those who stand before it.

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Giclée

Tempio Del Tempo 1 Candleholder by Coki Barbieri
Tempio Del Tempo 1 Candleholder by Coki Barbieri

Tempio Del Tempo 1 Candleholder by Coki Barbieri

Located in Geneve, CH

Candle holder and flower vase in a single object, Tempio del Tempo was conceived as a small altar for the home, created through the union of simple and symbolic shapes that fit toget...

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Stainless Steel, Other

Tempio Del Tempo 3 Candleholder by Coki Barbieri
Tempio Del Tempo 3 Candleholder by Coki Barbieri

Tempio Del Tempo 3 Candleholder by Coki Barbieri

Located in Geneve, CH

Candle holder and flower vase in a single object, Tempio del Tempo was conceived as a small altar for the home, created through the union of simple and symbolic shapes that fit toget...

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Stainless Steel, Other

Tempio del Tempo 5 Candleholder by Coki Barbieri
Tempio del Tempo 5 Candleholder by Coki Barbieri

Tempio del Tempo 5 Candleholder by Coki Barbieri

Located in Geneve, CH

Candle holder and flower vase in a single object, Tempio del Tempo was conceived as a small altar for the home, created through the union of simple and symbolic shapes that fit toget...

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Stainless Steel, Other

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the home altar you’re looking for. A home altar — often made from wood, metal and ceramic — can elevate any home. Find 132 options for an antique or vintage home altar now, or shop our selection of 39 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the home altar you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each home altar bearing modern, Baroque or folk art hallmarks is very popular. Cara e Davide, COKI and Europa Antiques each produced at least one beautiful home altar that is worth considering.

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