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Jester Carved Wood

Continental Hand Carved Figural Jester Wood Sculpture, 18th Century
Located in Gardena, CA
Continental hand carved figural jester wood sculpture, 18th century Continental, most likely
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Antique 18th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Pair of English Carved Walnut Wood Figures of Court Jesters, 18th Century
Located in North Miami, FL
A very fine pair of 18th century carved figures, of Court Jesters These bearded gentlemen have been
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Antique 18th Century English Baroque Figurative Sculptures

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Wood, Walnut

Monumental Pair of English Carved Walnut Wood Figures of Court Jesters, 18th C
Located in North Miami, FL
A very large and fine pair of 18th century carved figures, of Court Jesters. These gentlemen have
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Antique 18th Century English Baroque Figurative Sculptures

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Wood, Walnut

Gothic Chandelier Carved with Jesters and Lanterns, France, circa 1900
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
jester / buffoon holding a lantern. The branches are joined by a turned wooden baluster. The jesters are
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Antique Early 1900s French Gothic Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wood, Oak

"Fools", Harlequin Jester Twins, Carved Paper Relief Painting in Primary Colors
By Martin Ingley
Located in Soquel, CA
Whimsical textured relief painting of two stylized twin jesters in primary colors, their long mask
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Late 20th Century Fauvist Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic Polymer, Acrylic, Illustration Board

Pair of Gothic Jesters Lamps, France, 19th Century
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Pair of carved lamps in walnut figuring hilarious jesters / clowns, seated on a column. Neo
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Antique 19th Century French Gothic Revival Table Lamps

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Wood, Walnut

Signed Colorful Folk Art Lifesize Jester Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Nearly six feet tall, this one-of-a-kind sculpture is created from carved wood and vibrant
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Vintage 1980s American Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Very Rare Antique Oak Wall Coat Rack w. Acrobatic Jester Figure Hooks, Great Fun
Located in Lisse, NL
depicts three fun loving jesters giving acrobatic performances. The legs of the center jester in his
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Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Coat Racks and Stands

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Iron

Stunning & Sculptural, Large Wooden Medieval St. Chandelier with Mask Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Speaking of antique masterpieces. This perfectly hand carved and large chandelier comes with a
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Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

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Nutwood, Oak

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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Large and Unique Antique French Boiserie with Covered Alcove, 17th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful section of boiserie has been carved from softwood in the 17th century (upper section pieces only). It has been completely cleaned (stripped) and clear waxed at some po...
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Antique 17th Century French Panelling

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Softwood

Outdoor Pair of Sconces Lanterns, Amber Glass and Wrought Iron, c. 1960, France
Located in Labrit, Landes
French outdoor light lanterns pair of exterior wall sconces wrought iron and amber glass The inside of the glass is grooved. Neogothic style Exterior Wall Light These can be rewired...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Wrought Iron

Cristalleries De Baccarat, a Large Pair of French Cut-Crystal Tsarine Torcheres
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
Cristalleries De Baccarat, A Large Pair of French Cut-Crystal Twenty-Four Light Tsarine Torcheres, Standing Floor Chandeliers. "A Magnificent Pair of Chandeliers" Each central ...
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20th Century French Floor Lamps

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Crystal

Exceptional 18th Century Oak Boiserie Panel from Chateau Saint-Maclou, Normandy
Located in Dallas, TX
This fabulous hand-carved boiseries or wooden panel was recently purchased from the Chateau St. Maclou in Normandy, France. Rooms of boiseries had design motifs that were kept the sa...
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Antique 1750s French Architectural Elements

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Oak

Antique Carved Oak Scottish Arts & Crafts Green Man Desk Bureau Dresser 1880
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique Scottish carved oak Arts & Crafts 'Green Man' desk, circa 1880. The Green Man design has it's roots in antiquity, the face made up of leaves or foliage represents the ...
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Antique 1880s Scottish Arts and Crafts Desks

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Oak

Late 19th Century Carved Wooden Angel
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Impressive wood carved angel with amazing detail. Certainly the work of a master carver. Found among the entire contents of a Catholic Church in the Midwest which was said to have cl...
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Statues

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Gesso, Wood, Paint

Pair of Antique Venetian Court Chairs, Italian, Oak, Decorative Seat, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique Venetian court chairs. An Italian, hand-carved oak decorative seat, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1890. Fascinating chairs, with eye-catching det...
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Side Chairs

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Oak

Winged angel head. Polychrome wood. Spanish school, 16th century.
Located in Madrid, ES
Winged angel head. Polychrome wood. Spanish school, 16th century. Carved and gilded wooden sculpture that shows a child's head with blonde, curly hair adorned with two wings. This ty...
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Antique 16th Century European Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

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Other

Court Gold Italian Harlequin Panel Screen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Italian wooden folding screen from the 19th century is a true marvel of craftsmanship and artistry. Standing at 63" tall and spreading 66" wide when opened up, it features hand ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Screens and Room Dividers

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Gold Leaf

Pair of Early 19th Century Carved Court Jesters Figural Carvings
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A very fine pair of early 19th century carved figures, of Court Jesters These bearded gentlemen have been superbly carved in the finest detail, they original came from a piece of ea...
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Antique Early 19th Century English Country Figurative Sculptures

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Walnut

Stunning Hand Carved Nutwood and Alabaster Art Deco Pendant Light / Chandelier
Located in Lisse, NL
Small and extraordinary Art Deco chandelier from 1920. Most Art Deco antiques are very geometrical and 'strict' in design. This beautiful chandelier is most definitely from the Art ...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Brass

"The Court Jesters, " Two Original Woodcuts by Andre Derain
By André Derain
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"The Court Jesters" includes two original color woodcuts by Andre Derain. This is from an edition of 200. It features two vignettes of brightly-clad jesters making silly faces. 3 7...
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1940s Fauvist Figurative Prints

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Woodcut

Mid-19th Century French Empire Style Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Mantel Mirror
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This mid-nineteenth century French Empire style mahogany mirror features columns on the sides with bronze ancient Egyptian heads at the capital and bare feet for plinth bases. The Eg...
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Wall Mirrors

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Bronze

Antique Spanish Wooden Angel Putti Sculpture with Wings
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large Putti Sculpture, Hand Carved Wood Angel Putti Figure, circa 1890-1920. Decorative hand carved cherub with tremendous character and charm having kept its original patina. Intr...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Antique Bottle CAP Openers in Brass, Set of 3
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Characterfull lot of 3 bottle openers. One of an elderly man with glasses, one with a court jester and one with an erotic depiction. Measurements: H: 12, 8.5, 8,5 cm.
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Vintage 1920s European High Victorian Barware

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Brass

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Carved Rococo Gilt Mirror with Jester, Continental, 17th-18th Century
Located in Providence, RI
This is an exceptionally well-developed and robustly carved mirror. It is very compact
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Antique Late 17th Century Italian Rococo Wall Mirrors

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Wood

Carved Wood Jester Towel Holder circa 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
a sublime antique towel holder, modelled as a jester. handcarved and painted wood, executed ca
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

Fine Carved Wood Towel Holder With Jester Face
Located in Berghuelen, DE
a rare antique towel holder, handcarved and painted wood. modelled as a jester. executed ca. 1920.
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Vividl Life-Sized Postmodern Wood Jester Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Nearly six feet tall, this one-of-a-kind sculpture is created from carved wood and vibrant multi
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Late 20th Century American Sculptures

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Wood

Pair of Carved Wood Figural Wall Brackets
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An opposing pair of carved wood wall brackets, painted and parcel gilt; each a cross-legged jester
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Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Brackets

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Giltwood

Signed Colorful Folk Art Life Size Jester Sculpture
By J. A. Biais
Located in Chicago, IL
Nearly six feet tall, this one-of-a-kind sculpture is created from carved wood and vibrant multi
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20th Century American Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique Pair of Wood & Metal Wall Mounted Sculptures w/ Medieval Characters
Located in Petaluma, CA
on a carved wood ledge resembling a portion of a castle. They are dressed like jesters, as one is
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Antique Late 19th Century French Medieval Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Metal

Superior 18th Century George II Mahogany Tric-Trac Game Table
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
carved cabriole legs ending in Spanish Feet. The top turns around to a green gilt tooled leather lined
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Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Game Tables

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Wood

Vintage 1970s Hopi Katsina Figure "Hano Clown" Kachina Doll, circa 1974
Located in San Francisco, CA
kachina dolls, are figures carved, typically from cottonwood root, by Hopi people to instruct young girls
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Mid-20th Century American Figurative Sculptures

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Wood, Paint

Gothic Revival Carved Wood Jester
Located in Sheffield, MA
Rare Gothic style carved wood jester. Can be standing or wall hung.
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Antique 19th Century Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

Gothic Revival Carved Wood Jester
Gothic Revival Carved Wood Jester
H 17.5 in W 14.75 in D 8 in
1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Figural Jester Gold Leaf Pedestal Accent Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Very unique Italian Hollywood regency figural jester form table. Item is carved from solid wood
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Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Side Tables

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Wood

Late 19th Century Hand Carved and Ebonized Venetian Boy Sculpture Wall Bracket
Located in Lisse, NL
painting, sculpting and master wood carving and this antique dates from the last period (prior to the era
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Wall-mounted Sculp...

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Wood

Gothic Revival Corner Bracket / Shelf with Hand Painted Stylized Church Windows
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique wall bracket with colorful court jesters / musicians. If you collect one of a kind antiques
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Wall Brackets

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Wood

Pair of 19th c. Italian Painted Mirrors
Located in Dallas, TX
Wonderful pair of Italian hand-carved painted mirrors in vibrant floral motif. Having whimsical
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Antique 19th Century Italian Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Wood

Thailand Jester
Located in Sarasota, FL
A carved and polychromed wood statue of a sitting man "jester."
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20th Century Thai Sculptures

Thailand Jester
Thailand Jester
H 49.5 in W 33 in D 18 in
Court Jester Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
A charming Italian carved wood jester mounted as a lamp. This post was originally part of a large
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Italian Table Lamps

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Wood

Court Jester Lamp
Court Jester Lamp
H 35 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in
Court Jester Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
A charming carved wood jester mounted as a lamp. This carving was originally part of a large piece
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Antique 19th Century Italian Table Lamps

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Wood

Court Jester Lamp
Court Jester Lamp
H 35 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in
Giltwood wall bracket carved as a gargoyle
Located in Vancouver, BC
A humorous depiction of a court jester in carved and gilded wood; likely English mid 19th; original
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Antique 19th Century English Wall Brackets

Antique European Buffet
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
This is a magnificently carved walnut 19th century European buffet with a multitude of different
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Antique 19th Century Belgian Renaissance Buffets

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Walnut, Wood

Antique European Buffet
Antique European Buffet
H 108 in W 63 in L 108 in
Tall Mid-Century Italian Wall Plaques, Pair
Located in Richmond, VA
carved and brightly painted with a pair of exaggerated court jesters or sprites. Signed "Lugo". Made in
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood, Giltwood

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Jester Carved Wood For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the jester carved wood you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each jester carved wood for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and glass. Your living room may not be complete without a jester carved wood — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each jester carved wood bearing Baroque hallmarks is very popular.

How Much is a Jester Carved Wood?

The average selling price for a jester carved wood at 1stDibs is $2,445, while they’re typically $292 on the low end and $7,044 for the highest priced.
Questions About Jester Carved Wood
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many methods and types of wood carving, including chip, relief, Scandinavian flat-plane, lovespoon, whittling and florentine. Each type uses different tools and can create decorative carvings on both display pieces and furniture. Browse a wide range of carved wood pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Paete wood carving is a decorative wooden object produced by artisans in Paete, Philippines. In 2005, the village was officially dubbed the Woodcarving Capital of the Philippines due to the intricate sculptures and statues produced there. Shop a variety of wood art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jepara wood carving is the intricate wood carving art that comes from the city of Jepara in Indonesia. Artisans typically work with teak wood to create beautiful carved detail and scenes in a piece of furniture. Shop a collection of Jepara wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese wood carving is a decorative object carved by hand by Chinese artisans out of local wood, such as nanmu, zitan, bomu or yinxing. This form of sculpture is sometimes called mudiao. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese wood carving is an art form in which artists produce intricate figurines and other objects by cutting and shaping blocks of zelkova, camphor or paulownia wood. In Japanese, the artwork is known as inami. Find a selection of Japanese wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The difference between carving and sculpture is that carving is a carved object, whereas sculpture is the art of shaping figures or designs — because sculpture can involve adding material (i.e., working with plaster, creating a mold to be cast in bronze), it is considered “additive” versus the “subtractive” act of carving.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, many different types of woods are used for carving. Some examples include albesia, crocodile wood, rain tree, hibiscus, jackfruit, teak, mahogany and sandalwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Balinese wood art, furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What carved wood art is called depends on the type of piece. Three-dimensional pieces created by hand-carving wood are whittlings, while carvings into a flat piece of wood are reliefs. Shop a collection of wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.