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Idar Oberstein Carvings

Eberhard Bank, Obsidian Sculpture / Carving of Mice on Calcite, Idar-Oberstein
Eberhard Bank, Obsidian Sculpture / Carving of Mice on Calcite, Idar-Oberstein

Eberhard Bank, Obsidian Sculpture / Carving of Mice on Calcite, Idar-Oberstein

By Eberhard Bank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a great sample of the Idar- Oberstein, Germany carvings in precious stones, by Eberhard

Category

Mid-20th Century German Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Multi-gemstone

Georg O Wild Duck Carving, Multi Gemstone and 18 Karat Gold Feet, Idar-Oberstein
Georg O Wild Duck Carving, Multi Gemstone and 18 Karat Gold Feet, Idar-Oberstein

Georg O Wild Duck Carving, Multi Gemstone and 18 Karat Gold Feet, Idar-Oberstein

By Georg O. Wild

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful carving by the well Idar Oberstein artist Georg Wild. Made with multi gemstone and on top

Category

Mid-20th Century German Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Idar-Oberstein Gemstone Oriole on Quartz Base Sculpture. Germany, 20th Century.
Idar-Oberstein Gemstone Oriole on Quartz Base Sculpture. Germany, 20th Century.

Idar-Oberstein Gemstone Oriole on Quartz Base Sculpture. Germany, 20th Century.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A finely executed late 20th century multi-gemstone carving from Idar-Oberstein, Germany, depicting

Category

Late 20th Century German Animal Sculptures

Materials

Multi-gemstone

"YOUNG GRIZZLY BEAR LYING ON A ROCK", A. Zimmermann
"YOUNG GRIZZLY BEAR LYING ON A ROCK", A. Zimmermann

"YOUNG GRIZZLY BEAR LYING ON A ROCK", A. Zimmermann

$58,813

H 5.24 in W 4.02 in D 3.51 in

"YOUNG GRIZZLY BEAR LYING ON A ROCK", A. Zimmermann

Located in Kirschweiler, DE

weight: 1.142 gr. Artist: Alfred Zimmermann (Idar-Oberstein, Germany) Carving Is A Passion Following

Category

Early 2000s German Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Sapphire, Quartz

Large Solid Quartz Ring Raw Uncut Stone Unisex healing jewelry
Large Solid Quartz Ring Raw Uncut Stone Unisex healing jewelry

Large Solid Quartz Ring Raw Uncut Stone Unisex healing jewelry

Located in Berlin, DE

Large ring made of Solid Quartz quartz origin - Brazil gemstone carving - Idar Oberstein, Germany

Category

2010s Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Quartz, Crystal

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Heinz Postler Brazilian Opal Owl Carving, 1655 Carats, Idar-Oberstein
Heinz Postler Brazilian Opal Owl Carving, 1655 Carats, Idar-Oberstein

Heinz Postler Brazilian Opal Owl Carving, 1655 Carats, Idar-Oberstein

Located in Los Angeles, CA

famed Master Carver, Heinz Postler, in Idar-Oberstein, Germany. Collection worthy both due to the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Opal

Lapis Peacock Carving Idar-Oberstein Germany Eberhard Bank
Lapis Peacock Carving Idar-Oberstein Germany Eberhard Bank

Lapis Peacock Carving Idar-Oberstein Germany Eberhard Bank

By Sarosi By Timeless Gems

Located in Los Angeles, CA

By Eberhard Bank, Master Carver Idar-Oberstein, Germany This magnificent peacock is carved of fine

Category

Vintage 1980s German Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, 18k Gold

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By Manfred Wild

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Materials

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By Fabergé

Located in Genève, GE

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Located in London, GB

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By Fabergé

Located in London, GB

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Materials

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By Peter Carl Fabergé

Located in London, GB

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Materials

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Located in Long Island City, NY

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Located in London, GB

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Materials

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Important Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Brooch/Ring

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Located in London, GB

An Important Victorian yellow sapphire and diamond brooch/ring, the natural sapphire weighing 31.58 carats, accompanied by GCS Report stating to be of Sri Lankan origin with no indic...

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Located in New York, NY

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Materials

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14K Gold, Carved Jasper Bird on an Amethyst Rock Geode

Located in Long Island City, NY

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Located in London, GB

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Located in Southampton, PA

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Idar Oberstein Carvings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of idar oberstein carvings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and 14k gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 2 vintage editions and 11 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 19th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of idar oberstein carvings bearing contemporary or artisan hallmarks are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Diane Griswold Johnston, Alexey Gabilo and John Brogden produced popular versions that are worth a look. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of crystal versions from the 7 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A selection of mixed cut, round cut and oval cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of idar oberstein carvings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Idar Oberstein Carvings?

Prices for idar oberstein carvings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,250 and can go as high as $22,275, while idar oberstein carvings, on average, fetch $6,500.