Human Effigies

Despite the plethora of human effigies and avatars, both virtual and real, that inhabit our 21st century existence, the mannequin continues to fascinate and disturb, an empty vessel ...

Despite the plethora of human effigies and avatars, both virtual and real, that inhabit our 21st century existence, the mannequin continues to fascinate and disturb, an empty vessel ...

Despite the plethora of human effigies and avatars, both virtual and real, that inhabit our 21st century existence, the mannequin continues to fascinate and disturb, an empty vessel ...

These unusual swords were probably intended to be used in the work place and possess Janus anthropomorphic almost human like facial effigy on at least one of the blade handles.

Native America seated human effigy "Star Gazer", 14cm, 5.6” high, 19th century or earlier.

Human effigy stone carvings such as this pipe example rarely come on to the market and are considered to be desirable.

This is no ordinary axe. The unusual effigy carving was probably intended to be used in a ceremonial and work place as witnessed by the phallic tip of the handle and anthropomorphic ...

This is no ordinary axe. The unusual effigy carving was probably intended to be used in a ceremonial and work place as witnessed by the phallic tip of the handle and anthropomorphic ...

This is no ordinary sculpture. The unusual effigy carving was probably intended to be used in a ceremonial and work place as witnessed by the phallic tip of the angular shaped pyrami...

This is no ordinary sculpture. The unusual effigy carving was probably intended to be used in a ceremonial and work place as witnessed by the phallic tip of the angular shaped pyrami...

An opportunity to acquire an unusual pair of hand carved stone figures from China. These are no ordinary sculptures. The unusual effigy carvings were probably intended to be used in ...

An opportunity to acquire a group of three (3) hand-carved stone hand tools from China. The unusual effigy carvings were probably intended to be used in a ceremonial and work place c...

Provenance: old Canadian collection Dimensions: 8.25 inches high on our custom display stand All stone human effigy carvings from Native America past are scarce and some consid...

This is an unusual antique bronze cast medium to large scale temple bell complete featuring unusual motifs of a kanon and abstract human effigies. This bell was sourced from an old S...

Solid bronze, with wonderful shell handles and caste cartouche depictions of human effigies enjoying the arts: painters, poets, and more.

Despite the plethora of human effigies and avatars, both virtual and real, that inhabit our 21st century existence, the mannequin continues to fascinate and disturb, an empty vessel ...

Despite the plethora of human effigies and avatars, both virtual and real, that inhabit our 21st century existence, the mannequin continues to fascinate and disturb, an empty vessel ...

Since antiquity, the human face in effigy has dominated sculpture. Originally reserved primarily for sovereigns and gods, since the middle of the eighteenth century this art form cam...

This South Arabian sandstone stele is a decorative sculpture inspired by the pre-Islamic funerary pillars of ancient Yemen. Entirely hand-carved in natural, sand-toned stone, it refl...

A Vintage Stone Composite Figure, 20th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collection. Dimensions: Height: 24cm. Width: 20.5cm. Depth: 8.5cm. Weight: 3.6Kg.

Unique two piece garden statue. Tiki style form sits in stand. Most likely cast cement.

This fabulous sculpture is by noted Palm Springs artist Marcus Lyons (b1949). The signature is indistinct but it is clearly his work. The subject matter is great and the detail is wo...

1973 Mexican Colima Nayarit Style Terracotta Figural Sculpture Handcrafted in Mexico in 1973, this expressive terracotta sculpture is a faithful interpretation of the celebrated cer...

This evocative Pre-Columbian style seated figure is a masterful example of primitive clay sculpture, capturing the spiritual essence of ancient Mesoamerican artistry. Hand-modeled fr...

Add a touch of history and warmth to your space with this vintage handmade Turkish wool rug cushion cover. Crafted from authentic hand-knotted Turkish rugs, each piece is one-of-a-ki...

Sideboard of the Lyon designer André Sornay dating from the 40s. Structure in veneered and solid Oregon pine, stained on the bottom of the base in black. The sideboard is composed of...

Interesting wrought iron stand with inset pebble stone top. The three leg base shows distinct Art Nouveau influence.

This is a wonderful example of a canopy bed from Shanghai Province, China. Made of Chinese Northern Elm, this bed features hoofed feet and multiple floral carvings. The exterior ...

A superb example of fossilised marine invertebrates, this specimen originates from the high-altitude sedimentary strata of the Anti-Atlas Mountains in northwestern Morocco an interna...

This is a rare 31-star medallion printed American flag, celebrating the addition of California to the Union. The flag is printed on silk and has a spectacular “Great Star” canton pat...

1940s Wall coat rack by French designer André Sornay. Structure in solid Oregon wood and veneer highlighted by a system of brass nails perfectly aligned underlining the sober and pur...

Rimpa painting of flowers including morning glories, hollyhocks, sweet peas, nadeshiko, and daisies. Signature and seal read: Bisui

An Important Italian Neoclassical Painted & Parcel Gilt Canapé First Quarter 19th Century Lombardy, Italy The back rest with paneled top rail decorated with swans flanking a founta...

This genuine woolly rhinoceros (Coelodonta antiquitatis) skull fossil represents one of the most iconic megafauna of the Pleistocene Ice Age. A rare example of a near-complete skull,...

China, a fine archaic conjoined bust sculpture of a male and female hand carved from a granular medium to dark gray stone. Neolithic period, Hongshan culture (circa 4700-2900 BC) Li...