Wayang Puppet Wood Carving Set, Java, Indonesia, Mid-20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This wood carving set depicts mythical characters that are popular amid "Wayang" puppet shows.
Wood, Paint
Hand Carved Antique Tribal Carving
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique hand carved tribal 19th century sculpture from the Batak People, northern Sumatra, called a Singa Singa. Step into the rich tapestry of Indonesian heritage with this capti...
Wood
Ancient Majapahit Temple Stone Block from Java, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Worn by time and whispering centuries of forgotten devotion, this weathered block of stone once stood proudly as part of a sacred Majapahit temple in the heart of Java. Carved in the...
Stone
Ancient Majapahit Temple Stone Block from Java, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Worn by time and whispering centuries of forgotten devotion, this weathered block of stone once stood proudly as part of a sacred Majapahit temple in the heart of Java. Carved in the...
Stone
Pair of Large Kuda Lumping Ceremonial Horses from Java
Located in Hastings, GB
A stunning and ornate pair of circa 1950 Kuda Lumping painted ceremonial horses, hand crafted these enormous horses have been used for over a century in the Javanese Kuda Lumping dan...
Bamboo, Rattan, Seagrass
Polychromed Wood Panel from Madura Island, Java, Indonesia, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This antique wooden panel from the island of Madura, Java is a striking example of regional decorative craftsmanship, richly adorned with polychrome-painted details. The composition ...
Wood
Hand-Carved Backstrap with Floral Engravings from Madura, Java, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Hand-carved from Wood this is a wonderful example of a Backstrap Loom, an essential component of Ikat textile weaving. The present Backsrap Loom comes from the Island of Madura, off ...
Wood
Timeworn Solid Stone Grain Grinder From Java. Sculptural Artifact c. 1800
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This antique stone grinder is a beautifully timeworn artifact once used to grind grains such as corn and rice into fine powder. Hand-carved from solid stone, its form bears the unmis...
Stone
Hand-Carved, Polychromed Panel with from Madura Island, Java, Indonesia, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This exquisite antique wooden panel originates from the island of Madura, Java, Indonesia, and was once an architectural element of a traditional home. Entirely hand-carved by skille...
Wood
Double-Sided Carved Wooden Blawong Board from Java, circa 1920s-1950s
Located in London, GB
Double-sided carved wooden blawong board from Java, Indonesia (circa 1920s-1950s). Blawong boards were used to hold a pair of Keris daggers. They were fixed near the entrance of the ...
Wood
Antique Teak Fence Column from Java, Mounted on Metal Stand c.1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This striking artifact is an antique teak fence column from Java, Indonesia, once part of a traditional cow pen enclosure. Hand-hewn from dense, old-growth teak wood, the column now ...
Wood
Antique Teak Fence Column from Java, Mounted on Metal Stand c.1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This striking artifact is an antique teak fence column from Java, Indonesia, once part of a traditional cow pen enclosure. Hand-hewn from dense, old-growth teak wood, the column now ...
Wood
Rare Deeply Serene Solid Cast Java Buddha, 14th-17th Century or Earlier
Located in Ukiah, CA
18thC Sri Lanka solid cast gilded Kandy style standing Buddha Excellent condition. This is a classic type of Sri Lankan Buddha, which closelyfollows the outline of what a Buddha nee...
Bronze
Indonesian Majapahit Terracotta Head of a Male, circa 14th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A charming head of a young male, Majapahit Empire, region of Trowulan, Eastern Java, Indonesia, 13th-14th century. The head well sculpted as a smiling, youthful male with buck teet...
Terracotta
Central Javanese Cast Silver Transcendent Buddha, 9th-12th Century, Indonesia
Located in Austin, TX
An exceedingly rare Javanese cast silver figure a Transcendent Buddha, probably the Dhayani Buddha Akshobhya, early classical Javanese period, 9th - 12th century, Java, Indonesia. ...
Silver
$17,765 / item
Large Standing Goddess, Volcanic Stone, 13th Century.
Located in PARIS, FR
Large standing goddess holding various attributes with her six arms resting on a recumbent buffalo, accompanied by a worshipper. Height 72 cm.
Stone
Buddha Patina Copper Indonesia Java
Located in Monterey, CA
Large copper seated Buddha from Java In the style of a Javanese Esoteric Buddha of the 7th-15th century, this Classic Buddha is seated on a large double-lotus pedestal in the cros...
Copper
Javanese Folk Art Figures
Located in San Francisco, CA
Loro Blonyo, "the inseparable couple" from Java, Indonesia. Handcrafted Folk Art dolls represent the sanctity of marriage within the Javanese culture. 19th century figure on left 4" ...
Wood
Vintage Teak Wheel, Early to Mid-20th Century, Java, Indonesia
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Vintage teak wheel, early to mid-20th century, Java, Indonesia. Fashioned from a single piece of old growth teak, this piece would work well mounted on a wall or displayed indoors o...
Teak
Sold
H 12 in W 24.25 in D 9.25 in
Vintage Solid Teak Storage Box with Carvings, Java, Early to Mid-20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Vintage solid teak storage box with carvings. Java, Early to Mid-20th Century. This absolutely charming box, in a rural folk art style, is hewn out of a single piece of teak.
Teak
Sold
H 8 in W 10 in D 8.75 in
Tiger Head Carving with Glass Eyes from East Java, Teak, Mid-20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Tiger head carving with glass eyes from East Java, teak, mid-20th century.
Glass, Teak, Paint
Vintage Teak Grinding Wheel Base. Early to Mid-20th Century, Ponorogo, Java
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Vintage teak grinding wheel base. Early to mid-20th century. Ponorogo, Java. Offered by Bruce Hughes. This sculptural eroded teak wheel was used in rural Java as the base for a pai...
Teak
Sold
H 26.25 in W 17.5 in D 8.25 in
Vintage Candleholder, Java, Wayang Puppet Theatre, Mid-Late 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Vintage candleholder, Java, Wayang shadow puppet Theatre, mid-late 20th century. Offered by Bruce Hughes. This playful carved figure functioned as a candle or oil lamp holder, to p...
Teak, Paint
Ancient Javanese Head of Buddha
Located in Roma, IT
Buddha’s head is an original sculpture made in Java. Original andesite rock. Provenance: Private Collection. Excellent conditions. The head of Buddha has an oval shape w...
Stone
Antique Loro Blonyo Wedding Couple from Java
Located in New York, NY
Expertly carved and sensitively painted antique Loro Blonyo figures from Java, Indonesia. These pieces represent the "inseparable couple" according to Javanese custom and are often p...
Wood
Sold
H 47 in W 17 in D 2.5 in
Seahorse sculpture, wood, huge, handcarved by Artisan, Java, indonesia stunning
Located in Miami, Miami Design District, FL
Charming carved from reclaimed wood.
Wood
$515 / set
H 7.49 in Dm 7.88 in
Kumba Karna Masks, Wood, Tribal Folk Art, Indonesian, Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
These Kumba Karna Masks are tribal decorative objects realized in the Indonesian island of Bali, during the second half of the 20th century. Dimensions: cm 19 x 20. Traditional...
Wood
$645
H 23.63 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in
Indonesian 'Wayang Golek" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This “Wayang Golek” is a visibly old shadow puppet carved using soft wood and cloth. It features an articulated head and arms connected to rods, the dresses are made with batik fabri...
Wood, Fabric
Sculptural Solid Stone Chair from Java, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A incredibly heavy and solid stone chair. This lovely sculptural object was crafted from a solid stone sourced from a river bed in East Java. A raw and organic object with beautiful ...
Stone
19th Century Asian Architectural Fragment
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A 19th century Asian stone architectural fragment. This intriguing sculpture probably had a utilitarian function as a water deposit. As often in China practical architectural element...
Stone
17th century Antique stone temple fragment - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Unearth the ancient whispers of India’s sacred architecture with this Antique stone temple fragment, a 17th-century relic (or possibly older) that carries the spiritual essence and a...
Stone
Antique Large Hand-Carved Garden Stone, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
An ideal garden ornament, sturdy weather proof planter display base or a rock solid all weather stone base for a special sculpture. From China, comes this large 20.5 inch rectangula...
Limestone
Reclaimed French Rustic Style Limestone Architectural Element
Located in Beervelde, BE
This solid base stone is a striking piece of off-white French limestone, perfect for those who appreciate the timeless elegance of Axel Vervoordt’s aesthetic. The rectangular, reclai...
Limestone
Japanese Antique “Tamari-Ishi” Stone Object / wabi-sabi object
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
An old carved stone object sourced in Japan. Featuring a deeply recessed center and a softly rounded form, the piece exists somewhere between natural formation and human interventio...
Stone
19th century Antique wooden temple panel from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Antique wooden temple panel Material : wood 130 cm high 82 cm wide and 5 cm deep Gilded with 24 krt. gold Shan (Tai Yai) style 19th century With many inlaid glass pieces Decorated w...
Wood
$800
H 10.95 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
Antique Japanese stone pagoda finial fragment / Edo period /Buddhist art
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This stone fragment is thought to have been carved as part of a stone pagoda during Japan's Edo period (1603–1868). The stone appears to be andesite, or a similar type of volcanic ro...
Stone
Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A Balinese "Barong" carving darting to the early 20th century. This piece features red polychrome and wood carved detailing. The Barong is a Balinese spirit guardian resembling a lio...
Wood
$645 / set
H 18.51 in W 10.24 in D 0.02 in
Indonesian 'Wayang Kulit" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This flat shadow puppet was crafted on the island of Java by a puppet artist using buffalo hide and mounted on bamboo sticks. It features movable arms, controlled by outer bamboo rod...
Leather, Wood
THREE AVAILABLE Large Scale 19th Century Stone Bases
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These large scale antique stone bases were originally used as bases for columns in Spanish Colonial Guatemala. These are the largest we have ever had in stock. In very good condition...
Stone
Japanese Antique Precious Gorinto Stone Temple Pagoda- 400-600 Years Old
Located in South Burlington, VT
Historic Japanese antique precious temple garden stone pagoda finial , 16th/17th century Important ancient stone relic Authentic Japanese Buddhist Stone Gorintō Finial (Five-Rin...
Stone
$700
H 10.24 in W 7.88 in D 4.34 in
Japanese Antique Iron Anvil Block Early 20th Century / Primitive Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an antique Japanese blacksmith's anvil. It is believed to have been used in an active blacksmith's workshop from the Meiji period through the early Showa period (1900s–1930s...
Iron
$1,840Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.89 in W 75.99 in D 0.6 in
Antique Javanese Teak Wood Panel Wayang Mythology c. 1920
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This exquisite antique teak wood panel hails from the culturally rich island of Java, Indonesia, and features a meticulously hand-carved and hand-painted depiction of a Wayang scene ...
Teak, Paint
$2,500 / item
H 23.63 in Dm 15.75 in
Sculptural Round Side Table with Curved Legs, Solid Mango Wood, Modern Organic
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully proportionate round side table featuring elegantly curved legs. Crafted from solid mango wood this table has an "espresso" finish (pigment resembling coffee). To achiev...
Fruitwood
$975
H 15 in W 14.5 in D 11.75 in
Japanese Taisho Period Sitting Doll with Silk Clothing and Ornate Headdress
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese doll with a powdered face and silk clothing and tall headdress from the early 1900s, during the Taisho period. Introducing a Japanese treasure from the early 20th century,...
Fabric
$2,680
H 57.09 in W 15.36 in D 14.57 in
Singa Guardian Sculpture from the Batak Tribe of Sumatra, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A Batak Tribe “Singa” from the Indonesian island of Sumatra. This mythical lion figure was used as a protective architectural element on the corner of a traditional Batak house. It f...
Wood
$7,243Sale Price|20% Off
H 66.93 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Japanese Red Samurai Armour Beginning of Meiji period 1900s
Located in Paris, FR
This is an armour of samurai. It was made around 1900s in Meiji era. This armour was not used in actual war so it was made as decoration, because of that, it is in good condition as ...
Metal, Iron
Ikat Textile from Sumba Island, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Ikat textile originates from the Island of Sumba, Indonesia. It is hand-woven using naturally dyed yarns via a method passed on through generations. It features a predominantly ...
Yarn
Solid Stone Side Table / Pedestal from Java, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A incredibly heavy and solid rounded stone side table / pedestal. This lovely sculptural object was crafted from a solid stone sourced from a river bed in East Java. A raw and organi...
Stone
$645
H 22.05 in W 11.82 in D 0.02 in
Indonesian 'Wayang Kulit" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This flat shadow puppet was crafted on the island of Java by a puppet artist using buffalo hide and mounted on bamboo sticks. It features movable arms, controlled by outer bamboo rod...
Leather, Wood
$545
H 15.75 in W 13.39 in D 0.02 in
Indonesian 'Wayang Kulit" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This flat shadow puppet was crafted on the island of Java by a puppet artist using buffalo hide and mounted on bamboo sticks. It features movable arms, controlled by outer bamboo rod...
Leather, Wood
$745
H 26.38 in W 13.78 in D 0.02 in
Indonesian 'Wayang Kulit" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This flat shadow puppet was crafted on the island of Java by a puppet artist using buffalo hide and mounted on bamboo sticks. It features movable arms, controlled by outer bamboo rod...
Leather, Wood
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 55 in W 18 in D 20 in
18th Century, Japanese Edo Period Lacquer & Chain Mail Suit of Samurai Armor
Located in Atlanta, GA
Japanese, Edo Period (1603-1868), likely late 18th century. Step into the rich tapestry of Japanese history with this exquisite 18th-century Edo Period Lacquer & Chain Mail Suit of...
Iron, Gold Leaf
$4,000 / item
H 17.72 in W 57.88 in D 17.72 in
Sculptural Mango Wood Bench, Carved Detailing, Burnt Finish Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A sculptural hand-carved mango wood bench. To achieve is rich black pigment the bench was burnt three times and then finished with a clear coat. The mix of curved and straight lines ...
Fruitwood
$3,318 / set
H 25.4 in Dm 17.72 in
Set of Large Antique Javanese Teak Column Base Lamps, Modern Organic
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This striking pair of table lamps is crafted from antique Javanese column bases, thoughtfully repurposed to bring timeless character and sculptural elegance to contemporary interiors...
Teak
$1,545
H 8.67 in W 14.57 in D 19.69 in
Javanese 'Wayang Topeng", Theatre Mask, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This mask from Java depicts a mythical creature which would have been used in ‘Wayang Topeng’ dance performances. It features handles which are used to open and close the creatures m...
Wood
Carved Wood Tribal Panel from Timor Island, Indonesia, Early 20th C
Located in Atlanta, GA
An early 20th century carved wood door panel from Timor Island in the Indonesian archipelago. This antique wall panel from Timor Island (an island at the southern end of Maritime Sou...
Metal
Qing Dynasty Solid Granite Column Base
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This striking antique granite column base originates from a traditional Chinese temple, dating back to the Qing Dynasty era. Carved from solid granite, the piece showcases centuries ...
Granite
$4,400
H 82.68 in W 27.17 in D 1.97 in
Striking Mentawai Tribal Door Panel Sacred Monkey Carving c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This striking antique tribal door hails from the remote Mentawai Islands of Indonesia, an archipelago known for its rich animist traditions and deeply symbolic artistry. Carved from ...
Wood
Asian sculptors have worked in materials including wood, bronze and jade. Artists and artisans have used traditional techniques to depict deities, scenes from culture and more, and today, antique Asian sculptures and carvings are a popular choice for provocative and sophisticated home decor.
In China, the Qing dynasty, from the mid-17th century to the early 20th century, brought about significant changes in art while preserving traditional culture. Many emperors during this period were patrons of the arts, such as painting, calligraphy and decorative arts. This era saw the building of new Buddhist temples, which were decorated with statues. Some of these sculptures were adorned with colorful cloisonné decoration, in which tiny compartments, or cloisons, made by soldering copper filaments to a metal surface were filled with vibrantly hued enamel.
From the 17th to mid-19th century in Japan, kimonos were worn across classes and often fastened with a netsuke, a type of small carved toggle. Artists carved these from ivory, wood, shells and coral, creating animals, flowers and mythical creatures. During the Japanese Meiji period, spanning from 1868–1912, the country began trading internationally after centuries of isolation, allowing artists to sell their work overseas. Bronze sculpture flourished around this time for creating teapots, vases and incense burners.
Asian sculpture continued to evolve in the 20th century. During the Japanese Shōwa era, from 1926–89, art was influenced by international modernist movements like abstraction, Futurism and Surrealism. Contemporary Asian sculptures and carvings continue to combine global influences and a rich heritage of technique.
Decorating a space with Asian sculptures and carvings is a great way to add interest to any corner of your home. Explore by material, period or style on 1stDibs.
Decorated with white cranes and the sought-after thousand-butterflies motif, the Meiji-period vessel offers both a celebration of traditional aesthetics and a clear reflection of the era’s appetite for exquisite export pieces.
For 25 years, gallerist Betsy Nathan has leveraged her keen eye and key connections to bring a unique selection of rare finds to the market.
Now working alongside his daughter Bianca, dealer Joel Chen has presented a most covetable array of antiques, art and contemporary creations for more than 40 years.
From cherry-blossom-adorned walls paired with glamorous lighting to wood-paneled ceilings above checkerboard-patterned chairs, these 12 spaces seamlessly blend Eastern and Western aesthetics.
The dealer and curator has spent the past 50 years amassing a collection of exceptional art, furniture and architectural elements that trace the cultural influence of the Spanish empire from Europe to the Americas and beyond.
These spaces exemplify how Eastern elements elevate a home's decor.