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Genie Sculptural Hand Carved, Floating Shelf in Ash Wood by David Tragen
By David Tragen
Located in Manchester, GB
transforms itself into an elegant, slender shelf. This skilfully hand carved piece can be seen as functional
Category

2010s British Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Ash

Vitulus Sculptural, Hand Carved, Floating Shelf in Maple Wood by David Tragen
By David Tragen
Located in Manchester, GB
The elegant balletic movement of a seal (vitulus in Latin), darting through the waves was the initial spark for this sculptural floating shelf. I was looking to make a piece that mar...
Category

2010s European Modern Shelves

Materials

Maple

Onda Hand Carved, Sculptural, Floating Shelf in Cherry Wood by David Tragen
By David Tragen
Located in Manchester, GB
Onda, is a gently flowing wave-like creation, designed to bring sensual curves into your living environment. This sculptural, wooden piece can be used purely as wall decoration or, w...
Category

2010s British Modern Shelves

Materials

Cherry, Walnut, Maple

Cherry Wood Drinks Cabinet
Located in Manchester, GB
This cherry wood drinks cabinet is the perfect whiskey cabinet, rum cabinet or even gin cabinet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Cherry Wood Drinks Cabinet
Cherry Wood Drinks Cabinet
H 13.78 in W 11.82 in D 7.49 in
Antique Victorian Laminated Walnut Scroll Slipper Chair Attr. John Belter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
features a serpentine laminated wood back, full reticulated scrolls, carved florals, serpentine front rail
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Oak wood two tone Coffee Table
Located in Manchester, GB
Mid-century Modern inspired Coffee Table. Made entirely of quarter sawn English Oak, with beautifully contrasting two tone top and legs. The legs have been fumed, a traditional procc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cock...

Materials

Oak

Oak wood two tone Coffee Table
Oak wood two tone Coffee Table
H 15.75 in W 39.38 in D 18.9 in
Sheryl C. Benjamin Modern Abstract Carved Onyx Polished Stone Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sheryl Cannold Benjamin (American, 1924 - 2023) Modern Abstract Carved Onyx Polished Stone
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Onyx

Midi Oak wood dining chair by Goldfinch Brookes
By Goldfinch Brookes
Located in Manchester, GB
English Oak wood dining chair with Boucle Wool upholstery from the Scottish Isle of Bute. Hand made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Oak

Large Robert Hardgrove Abstract Organic Wood Sculpture
Located in Miami, FL
laminates different woods and carves his works from those created wood pieces. The results are stunning when
Category

Vintage 1970s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Plywood, Wood

Sheryl C. Benjamin "Musk Ox" Carved Raspberry Alabaster Stone Table Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sheryl Cannold Benjamin (American, 1924 - 2023) "Musk Ox" Carved Raspberry Alabaster Stone Large
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Alabaster

Midi Oak wood dining chair SET OF 4 by Goldfinch Brookes
By Goldfinch Brookes
Located in Manchester, GB
English Oak wood dining chair with Boucle Wool upholstery from the Scottish Isle of Bute. Hand made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Oak

Onda Strata, Sculptural, Floating Shelf in Cherry Wood by David Tragen
By David Tragen
Located in Manchester, GB
Onda Strata progresses from the original Onda concept through the introduction of five additional layers creating a greater sense of movement. The inspiration for this piece, which i...
Category

2010s British Modern Shelves

Materials

Cherry, Walnut

Pair Of Paint Decorated Neoclassical Drawer Side Tables With Marble Top
Located in Bridgeport, CT
fluted frieze. Both with a pull out laminate shelf above the drawer. The tables with fluted corinthian
Category

20th Century Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Laminate, Wood

Zanine De Caldas Chair
By Zanini de Zanine Caldas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A mixture of modernity and craftsmanship, this mid century chair, in wood and wool, is comfortable
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Zanine De Caldas Chair
Zanine De Caldas Chair
H 28.5 in W 22 in D 27 in
Soapstone Figure of a Male
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand carved soap stone figure of a male, circa late 1800's, later mounted on a wood and laminate
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Thai Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

Soapstone Figure of a Male
Soapstone Figure of a Male
H 35.75 in W 13 in D 8 in
Mid-Century Atomic Tiered Kidney Bean Table
By Lane Furniture, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
biomorphic shape, this two-tiered table features a white laminated bottom shelf and glass top perfect for
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Futura Bar Cabinet by Jorgen Hansen and Jens Thuesen for Romweber
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in West Chester, PA
lighted bar with glass shelves, mirrored back, and a red laminate counter over two dovetailed drawers and
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Ribbon Console Table
Located in London, GB
way that we think that the entire piece is one bit of wood. The figured ash veneers have been cut
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Console Tables

Materials

Wood, Ash

Ribbon Console Table
Ribbon Console Table
H 30.32 in W 61.42 in D 13.78 in
Vintage Expanding "SM33" Teak Butterfly Table by Skovby Denmark
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Experience the true magic of Danish furniture engineering with this endlessly fascinating transforming teak table. With a robust pedestal base supporting an already ample 47" diamete...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Laminate, Wood, Hardwood, Oak, Teak

Mid-Century Modern American Walnut Modular Bar Unit
By Specialty Woodcraft
Located in Brooklyn, NY
additional accordion door cupboard. Elegantly carved solid feet and drawer pulls add a timeless and elegant
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Metal

Mirrored Vanity Cabinet
Located in Manchester, GB
Mirrored vanity unit with double doors made from patchwork veneers of different woods, with custom
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Bubinga, Maple, Oak, Sycamore, Sapele Wood

Mirrored Vanity Cabinet
Mirrored Vanity Cabinet
H 18.51 in W 14.97 in D 7.09 in
Richard Haining, STACKED "Out of Many" Vessel, AVAILABLE
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
unassuming form, was crafted from a variety of salvaged woods, each with its unique coloration and grain
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Wood, Hardwood, Cherry, Reclaimed Wood, Scrap Wood

Short STACKED Asymmetric Walnut Vessel, by Richard Haining, Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The beauty of Richard’s signature STACKED style is based entirely in the process. This Vessel, as with every STACKED object Richard creates is built, sculpted, and finished entirely ...
Category

2010s American Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Pottery, Scrap Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Walnut, Hardwood, Wood

Tall STACKED Bottle Shaped Walnut Vessel, by Richard Haining, Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The beauty of Richard’s signature STACKED style is based entirely in the process. This Vessel, as with every STACKED object Richard creates is built, sculpted, and finished entirely ...
Category

2010s American Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Pottery, Scrap Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Walnut, Hardwood, Wood

Tall STACKED Asymmetric Walnut Vessel, by Richard Haining, Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The beauty of Richard’s signature STACKED style is based entirely in the process. This Vessel, as with every STACKED object Richard creates is built, sculpted, and finished entirely ...
Category

2010s American Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Pottery, Scrap Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Walnut, Hardwood, Wood

STACKED Walnut Amphora, by Richard Haining, Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The beauty of Richard’s signature STACKED style is based entirely in the process. This Vessel, as with every STACKED object Richard creates is built, sculpted, and finished entirely ...
Category

2010s American Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Pottery, Wood, Hardwood, Walnut, Reclaimed Wood, Scrap Wood

Richard Haining STACKED Carpel Vessel, salvaged Cherry Oxidized Finish AVAILABLE
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
exclusively with wood salvaged from from around NYC; from offcuts & scraps from local workshops to discarded
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Cherry, Pottery, Wood, Hardwood, Reclaimed Wood, Scrap Wood, Ceramic

STACKED Sculpture no.4 Made of Salvaged Mahogany, Richard Haining, Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This is Richard's third free-form exploration using his signature STACKED style. As with all of his work, this sculpture was built, sculpted, and finished entirely by hand. To the co...
Category

2010s American Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Pottery, Wood, Hardwood, Mahogany, Reclaimed Wood, Scrap Wood

Customizable STACKED Wooden Floor Lamp no.1, Example shown in Walnut
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
lamp specific to your space. Do you desire a different wood species? Taller? Or, Shorter? Perhaps a
Category

2010s American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Cherry, Wood, Mahogany, Maple, Oak, Walnut, Hardwood, Softwood, Reclaime...

STACKED Wooden Floor Lamps by Richard Haining, Oxidized Walnut, Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
.This pair of STACKED post floor lamps was created from thousands of tiny pieces of wood
Category

2010s American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Reclaimed Wood, Walnut, Wood, Hardwood, Softwood, Scrap Wood

Wooden STACKED Floor Lamp No.2, CUSTOMIZABLE, shown in salvaged Mahogany
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
our style to create a illuminated sculpture specific to your space. Do you desire a different wood
Category

2010s American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Hardwood, Cherry, Mahogany, Maple, Oak, Walnut, Softwood, Reclaimed Wood...

Customizable BLOCK Wooden Side Table by Richard Haining, Shown in Walnut
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
different wood species? Or, perhaps you do not require a drawer? A different material for the top? We will
Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Cherry, Mahogany, Maple, Oak, Walnut, Softwood, Reclaime...

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Faux Goatskin Console Tables in Karl Springer Style
By Karl Springer
Located in North Miami, FL
, animal skin, leather, faux leather, lacquer Technique: carved, lacquered, machine-made, laminated
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Animal Skin, Goatskin, Leather, Faux Leather, Wood, Lacquer, Parchment P...

Wooden STACKED Tabletop Lamp No.2, PAIR is Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
an ebonized finish. The hand carved base is reminiscent of the automobiles from the 1950’s era
Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Ash, Ebony, Walnut, Softwood, Reclaimed Wood, Scrap Wood

Tall STACKED Urn-shaped Vessel, Oxidized Oak, by Richard Haining, AVAILABLE
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
salvaged wood offcuts were sourced from a variety of local Brooklyn wood shops, as well as from
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Wood, Hardwood, Maple, Oak, Reclaimed Wood, Scrap Wood...

Large STACKED Sphere-shaped Vessel, Oxidized Oak, by Richard Haining, AVAILABLE
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
salvaged wood offcuts were sourced from a variety of local Brooklyn wood shops, as well as from
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Wood, Hardwood, Ebony, Maple, Oak, Walnut, Reclaimed W...

STACKED Sculpture No 5. Made of Salvaged Walnut by Richard Haining Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This is Richard's third free-form exploration using his signature STACKED style. As with all of his work, this sculpture was built, sculpted, and finished entirely by hand. To the co...
Category

2010s American Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Walnut, Pottery, Scrap Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Mahogany, Hardwood, Wood

Trio of STACKED Fluted Vessels, by Richard Haining, Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
-Flute. These vessels were made using reclaimed maple, salvaged from a variety of local Brooklyn wood
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Wood, Hardwood, Maple, Softwood, Reclaimed Wood, Scrap...

Customizable STACKED Oval Coffee Table, by Richard Haining
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
inherently found in Richard’s stacked work is a result of the wood's previous life; water and mineral stains
Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Customizable STACKED Round Coffee Table, shown in Mahogany, by Richard Haining
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
salvaged Mahogany Base shown here, possibly taller, or even wider, a different species of wood, or whatever
Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

STACKED Double-Fluted Maple Vessel by Richard Haining, Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. This vessel was made using reclaimed maple, salvaged from a variety of local Brooklyn wood shops. The
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Wood, Hardwood, Maple, Softwood, Reclaimed Wood, Scrap...

STACKED Single-Fluted Maple Vessel by Richard Haining, Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. This vessel was made using reclaimed maple, salvaged from a variety of local Brooklyn wood shops. The
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Wood, Hardwood, Maple, Softwood, Reclaimed Wood, Scrap...

STACKED Triple-Fluted Maple Vessel by Richard Haining, Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. This vessel was made using reclaimed maple, salvaged from a variety of local Brooklyn wood shops. The
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Wood, Hardwood, Maple, Softwood, Reclaimed Wood, Scrap...

Richard Haining STACKED Pronghorn Vessel, Alaskan Cedar, Yakisugi, Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
dedicated to this intersection—working exclusively with wood salvaged from from around NYC; from offcuts
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Wood, Hardwood, Ebony, Maple, Oak, Walnut, Cedar, Fir,...

STACKED Saucer 2.0 Pendant Light, Bone White Maple Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
create a shade specific to your space. Do you desire a different wood species? Taller? Or, Shorter? We
Category

2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Marble, Metal, Steel, Sheet Metal

Customizable STACKED Round Side Table, shown in Oak, by Richard Haining
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
salvaged Mahogany Base shown here, possibly lower or wider, a different species of wood, or whatever you
Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

STACKED Material Sample
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
STACKED work, the samples are made from reclaimed wood. Due to the natural qualities inherent to wood and
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Maple, Oak, Reclaimed Wood, Scrap Wood, Ash, Mahogany, W...

STACKED Material Sample
STACKED Material Sample
H 0.375 in W 6 in D 4 in
STACKED Walnut Sconce No.1, by Richard Haining, PAIR is Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
to create a Sconce specific for your space. Do you desire a different wood species? Taller? Or
Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Ash, Ebony, Walnut, Softwood, Reclaimed Wood, Scrap Wood

Customizable STACKED Wooden Oval Mirror, shown in Walnut and a Curved Profile
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
that is Scalloped? Or, oval? Larger? Or, smaller? Horizontal? Or, vertical? A different wood species
Category

2010s American Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mahogany, Ceramic, Pottery, Mirror, Wood, Hardwood, Ash, Cherry, Maple, ...

Customizable STACKED Pedestal Table, shown in salvaged Mahogany, Richard Haining
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
salvaged Mahogany Base shown here, possibly lower or wider, a different species of wood, or whatever you
Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Fritz Hansen Canada Chair
By Christian E. Hansen
Located in London, GB
a combination of solid and laminated beech. The wood has been carved and steamed to create the
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech

Fritz Hansen Canada Chair
Fritz Hansen Canada Chair
H 31.5 in W 25.2 in D 22.05 in
Black Oak key cabinet
Located in Manchester, GB
Wood key cabinet made from Oak wood dyed with Black ink. This wall cabinet is wonderfully unique in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Black Oak key cabinet
Black Oak key cabinet
H 15.75 in W 10.24 in D 7.09 in
Wooden STACKED 5-Bulb Illuminated Sculpture, Customizable, shown in Cherry
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
pieces for your space. Do you desire a different wood species? More light bulbs? Or, less? Do you have a
Category

2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood, Cherry, Mahogany, Maple, Oak, Walnut, Hardwood, Softwood, Scrap Wo...

Wooden STACKED Multi-Bulb Illuminated Sculpture, Customizable, shown in Cherry
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
pieces for your space. Do you desire a different wood species? More light bulbs? Or, less? Do you have a
Category

2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Cherry, Wood, Mahogany, Maple, Oak, Walnut, Hardwood, Softwood, Reclaime...

Wooden 7-Bulb Illuminated STACKED Hanging Sculpture, Customizable
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
STACKED pieces for your space. Do you desire a different wood species? More light bulbs? Or, less? Do you
Category

2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Cherry, Mahogany, Maple, Oak, Walnut, Softwood, Reclaime...

Walnut STACKED Tabletop Lamp No.3, Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The beauty of Richard’s signature STACKED style is based entirely in the process. This lamp, made of Salvaged Walnut features an Oval light at the top along with two round lights bra...
Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Ash, Ebony, Walnut, Softwood, Reclaimed Wood, Scrap Wood

STACKED Cairn Tabletop Lamp, Bone White finish, Available Now
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed by Stefanie Haining and Created by Richard Haining, this STACKED Cairn Lamp is Richard's most recent explorations into his signature lighting. As with all of his work, this ...
Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Ash, Ebony, Walnut, Softwood, Reclaimed Wood, Scrap Wood...

Customizable, STACKED Scalloped Mirror, Salvaged Mahogany with Half Dome Profile
By Richard Haining
Located in Brooklyn, NY
? Horizontal? Or, vertical? A different wood species? We will work together to design a form that is perfect
Category

2010s American Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Mirror, Wood, Hardwood, Ash, Cherry, Mahogany, Maple, ...

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Laminated Wood Carved For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the laminated wood carved you’re looking for. Each laminated wood carved for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and reclaimed wood. If you’re shopping for a laminated wood carved, we have 19 options in-stock, while there are 55 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer laminated wood carved, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A laminated wood carved, designed in the Modern, Mid-Century Modern or Folk Art style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made laminated wood carved over the years, but those crafted by Richard Haining, Denis Cospen and Don S. Shoemaker are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Laminated Wood Carved?

Prices for a laminated wood carved start at $325 and top out at $21,000 with the average selling for $2,938.
Questions About Laminated Wood Carved
  • 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 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 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 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify wood carvings, get a magnifying glass and inspect your items. Some artisans marked their carvings with symbols or signed them. Researching any markings found on your carving may allow you to identify the maker who produced it and potentially learn more about the piece from there. If you're unable to find a maker's mark, the best approach is likely to use the services of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of wood carvings.
  • 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 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 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
    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 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 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
    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.