Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Presenting a lovely antique Indian Dhokra horse and rider sculpture. Probably from the late 19th or early 20th century as is evidenced by its natural patina and clear evidence of age. It depicts an Indian Warrior with a sword in his right hand mounted on his horse/steed. The warrior is in classical and ancient Southeast Asian Indian attire and he holds the horse’s reins in his left hand. The body of the horse is a series of lines (in the Classic Dhokra Style) and it has a tribal headdress...

This antique Indian wooden temple fragment features a finely carved apsara/yakshi figure and is an exquisite example of 18th-century Indian temple art, originating from India. Hand-c...

A Very Fine & Rare Example of a Mariner’s Whale Bone Walking Cane of exceptional quality. First half of the Nineteenth Century, possibly of English origin. The plain ball grip ...

A rare Indian Islamic carved calligraphic marble tile, circa 1860 Hand carved with a cusped cartouche containing lines of dense thuluth calligraphy. Sitting on a custom made stand...

Well-loved and richly worn, this petite bronze traveling shrine from North India depicts the Hindu god Ganesha. Attributed to 17th century or later, the palm-sized icon reveals its a...

A visibly old hand-carved Nandi Cow from India. This wood sculpture features a wonderful age related patina and has been hand-painted with a mix of white and...

An antique Indian polychrome and hand carved wooden sculpture from the early 20th century, depicting a celestial musician playing an instrument. This captivating wooden sculpture bea...

Vintage India Chowkidar wooden statues, hand carved and gilt. Night watchmen / guards holding on old rifle and staff. The guards are wearing beautifully...

A large & important pair of rare antique 19th century Indian Polychromed & hand carved stone Dvarpala (temple door guard) statues, circa 1850. Each statue is hand carved as a male Hindu four armed temple guard, the guards holding a mace (Gada) and one hand on a dagger (Katar), another hand holding a lotus flower to represent spiritual enlightenment. Each guard stands crossed legged on a plinth decorated with an elephant, both statues retaining old and yet brightly colored polychromed decoration, the statues are approximately 3/4 lifesize. They are a true pair facing each other and would have flanked either side of the temple door entrance, they are large and very heavy, each figure weighs about 300lbs. A rare & important pair of carved 19th century stone temple guards...

A remarkable 5 lb solid rock crystal quartz sculpture of Ganesha. Seated on a lotus throne and backed by a radiate mandorla, Ganesh holds a bowl of sweets in his front left hand, sym...

Nandi Cow In Carved And Lacquered Wood ancient, hand-carved oriental sculpture from India. This figure of a bull, Hindu guardian deity in wood has a wonderful patina due to age and ...

Three 19th Century Indian Antique Cups from Nagaland with back handle and rustic character, sold each. Immerse yourself in the beguiling charm of rustic...

This antique sandstone shrine from India is a finely carved devotional piece from the 19th century, reflecting the enduring spiritual artistry of traditional Indian craftsmanship. Ma...

Wonderful brass statue of Krishna with Nandi. Brass Krishna with Nandi Statue vintage handmade using lost wax technique for casting. Krishna's mount is N...

This antique Indian wooden temple fragment is an exquisite 18th-century artifact showcasing the skilled craftsmanship of historic Indian temple art. Crafted from solid wood and measu...

A fine ancient stucco bust on a plinth. In the form of the Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama. Mounted on a black wooden plinth. Retaining an old Stair Galleries auction label and collect...

Handcrafted cast brass sculpture of cows and a holy man on stand. Cows are considered holy in India. Lord Shiva and Ma Parvati used to sit on Nandi and trav...

A fine ancient stucco bust on a plinth. In the form of the mustachioed man with a (partial) laurel on his head. Mounted on a brown wooden plinth. Retaining an old Stair Galleries ...

A wonderful sandstone carving from India, twentieth century or earlier. This beautiful carving is reminiscent of Indian Jali screens and features some hallmark motifs of Indian deco...

Intricately crafted by a master carver. Heavy and ornate. These two would liven any setting. Quite unique and eye-catching. Dimension: 12" high, 14" wide, 7" deep.

M/222 - Museal stone high relief Gandhara from India (actual Nord Pakistan): a very rare piece , mounted on a robust iron base. Ask Your architect where ...

Antique Southeast Asian Polychrome Wooden Oversized Temple Horse from India. Large Antique Southeast Asian Carved Polychrome Wood Horses. Antique Southeast Asian carved wood model of a parade horse. the body with allover polychrome, saddle and reins carved in high relief, the tail lacquered. 19th century hand carved oversized wooden Indian temple horse...

A rare and exquisite bronze figure of Buddha Avalokitesvara from the Karkota period of Kashmir, circa 800 AD. This finely cast sculpture depicts the bodhisattva crowned and bejeweled...

Vintage heavy Indian patinated copper bronze statue of Shiva Nataraja. An Indian metal alloy copper model of Shiva Nataraja. "The Hindu God Shiva performs his dance of Bliss" In the ...

This exquisite antique wooden temple fragment, depicting a horse's head, hails from India and dates back to the 18th century. Measuring 46.5 cm in height, 12.8 cm in width, and 25.5 ...

This antique wooden temple fragment of a horse head is a rare example of 18th-century Indian temple art, originating from India. Hand-carved from solid wood, the fragment measures 34...

Hand-carved wood and gilded gold paint horse bookends are not only functional but also works of art that can add a touch of sophistication and equestrian charm to any bookshelf or di...

An antique Indian carved wooden Mughal horse from the 20th century, with weathered patina. Carved in India during the 20th century, this antique w...

Material: marble 105 cm high 64 cm wide and 29 cm deep Originating from India Hand carved from a single block of white marble A beautiful piece ! Can be shipped worldwide Est...

A large and impressive Indian carved sandstone architectural frieze featuring a central image of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi flanked by two atten...

Pair of cast and patinated bronze figures of Parvati & Shiva, shown in dancing poses on shallow lotus plinths. Tamil Nadu, Southern India, 19th century. Dimensions: 7" W x 5-1/2...

This antique bronze Nepali Buddha statue is an outstanding example of 19th-century Himalayan Buddhist art, originating from Nepal. Expertly cast in solid bronze and fire gilded with ...

Vintage patinated Hindu bronze Shiva "Lord of the Dance" sculpture, circa 1950s. The piece is in good vintage condition with a great patina and measures 10"W x 3"D x 11.5"H. It is a...

Perhaps made in India. A long plaque carved in low relief in a primitive style featuring figures in landscapes with various animals. The borders have leaf motifs framing three arched...

Material: Papier mâché Material: wood 54,5 cm high 22 cm wide and 56,2 deep Weight: 6.792 kgs Originating from India 19th Century.

Antique Anglo-Raj Hand-Carved Teak Elephant with Rider Polychrome Sculpture An exceptional example of Anglo-Indian craftsmanship, this hand-carved and hand-painted solid teak wood el...

Presenting a stunning piece of Indian antiquity from the 11th century, namely, a 11C Ambika Buff Sandstone Western India carving. From Western India. ...

Antique brass baby rattle whistle bell dangles, India. Handcrafted baby rattle in openwork designs with whistle handle and three decorative bell dangles. ...

This magnificent building facade was once part of a grand mansion in Gujarat, India. It is entirely made from Teakwood, which is highly resistant to in...

An antique Indian Corinthian temple capital from the 19th century, with distressed patina. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Indian a...

This antique wooden temple fragment depicting a horse head originates from India and dates back to the 19th century. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the piece exemplifie...

An antique Indian Corinthian temple capital from the 19th century, with distressed patina. Created to adorn the exterior of an Indian temple, this Co...

Large decorative Indian Hindu woodcarving depicting a horse with an attendant (possibly shiva), used for processions. Indian Temple Horse. Polychrome woodcarving. In fair condition,...

19th Century monumental carved wooden elephant. Intricately carved (down to the hairs on his legs) out of one enormous piece of wood. This elephant is a rare and one-of-a-kind find....

Antique Ganesha Statue Hindu Elephant God War Religious This antique statue of Ganesha, the Hindu god of war and religion, is a beautiful addition to any collection. Crafted with in...

Material: Sandstone Material: wood 23 cm high 20,6 cm wide and 12 cm deep Weight: 7.984 kgs Originating from India 19th century

Antique architectural carved wood temple fragment from Rajasthan, India. 19th century Hindu temple fragment. This antique fragment were elements o...

This antique Indian stone relief of Avalokiteshvara (Padmapani) is a striking example of 17th-century Buddhist art from India. Carved from solid sandstone, the relief depicts Avaloki...

In India, the art of Pietra Dura is known as Parchin Kari and is most famously associated with the Taj Mahal in Agra. This intricate technique was introduced to India by the Mughals ...

This antique Indian wooden temple fragment is a captivating relic from the 18th century, showcasing the intricate craftsmanship of traditional Indian temple architecture. Expertly ca...

This special antique marble figure of a Jain Tīrthaṅkara, dating back to the 10th-12th century, is a rare and highly valuable piece of Jain art. Expertly craf...

Vintage silver Hindu Ganesh collectible Hindu diety statue amulet India. Silver amulet in original green velvet box. Hindu gift their loved ones with this...

This Antique Indian wooden temple fragment holds a captivating history within its design. Crafted from wood, it stands at a height of 36.2 cm wi...

A fine and rare Indian carved sandstone stele of a Jain family group, Sarnath style, early Indian Medieval period, 6th-7th century, Uttar Pradesh, India. Carved from a single block of buff sandstone, the stele features a Jain family group comprised of a father, mother, and two children. The family group is portrayed upon a lotus pedestal under a tall palm tree. The mother and father both seated in a relaxed pose known as lalitasana, or royal ease pose, a jovial expression on their faces. The mother holds the daughter in her lap. The younger son scampers mischievously up the trunk of the palm tree, his head turned to look back at his parents. Above the family, nestled in a niche amongst the palm fronds, an image of a Jain Tirthankara...

This evocative early Himalayan or Gandharan bronze Buddha is a compelling and scholarly example of a sculptural tradition rooted in the crossroads of South and Central Asia. The over...

This Antique Indian wooden temple fragment holds a captivating history within its design. Crafted from wood, it stands at a height of 43.3 cm wi...

An antique Indian temple multicolor carving from the 19th century depicting Ganesha with consort Riddhi or Siddhi on his knee. Created in India d...

A 19th century Indian sphinx hand-carved stone sculpture, probably intended to adorn and protect a temple. The Indian stone sculpture features a...

An antique Indian hand-carved multicolor wooden Mogul horse from the 20th century, with unusual color patina. Carved in India during the 20th century, this Mogul wooden horse charms ...

A finely carved marble statue of Ganesh circa 19th century from India. The semi-elephant semi-human Hindu deity is also known as Ganapati and Vinayaka. In the Hinduism, Ganesh has th...