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Monkey Wood Carving

Hand Carved Wood Monkey Cane Walking Stick Handle with Piercing Blue Eyes
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic and wonderfully hand carved piece. This mischievous looking monkey has beautiful blue
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20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Glass, Wood

JAPAN 1880 Meiji Highly Detailed Walking Cane With Monkeys In a Bamboo Forest
Located in Miami, FL
showing bamboo-trees patterns and two monkeys, climbing a tree in the forest. The details are
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Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Andrene Kauffman Circus or Zoo Abstract Oil Painting Chicago WPA Woman Artist
Located in Surfside, FL
Elementary School in Evanston, Illinois. Children in Fruit Tree and Monkeys are intricate wood carvings with
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

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Japanese Old Wood Carving Monkey 1950s-1970s / Sculpture Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
(1950's-1970's). The material is cedar wood. It depicts a monkey with a very gentle expression looking
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Cedar

Andrianna Shamaris Hand Carved Teak Wood Minimalist Monkey Panel
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful hand carved teak panel. We first carved the monkey into this thick aged panel and then
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Vintage 1930s Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Teak

Pair of Chinese Export Pewter Monkey Sculptures on Bases
Located in Astoria, NY
A pair of Chinese export monkey sculptures in pewter, produced circa late 19th century, obtained
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Pewter

Late 19th Century Swiss Carved Wood Black Forest over Door Carving with Monkeys
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Finely carved black forest carving. Signed by the artist, late 19th century. Good condition with
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Wall-mounted Sculptures

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Three Monkeys 1900s-1940s / Sculpture Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Three very old carved wooden monkeys made in Japan. Comes in a set of 3. These wood carvings are
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Monkey 1920s-1940s / Sculpture Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old wooden monkey carving made in Japan. It is from the early Showa period (1920s to
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Cedar

Vintage Life-Sized Folk Art Wood Monkey and Banana Carving with Glass Eyes
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Vintage wood carved monkey with banana. Pretty expressive with glass eyes and original paint
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Vintage 1930s North American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Glass, Wood

Yellow Monkey Sculpture Carving
By Isaac Smith
Located in Houston, TX
Lovely yellow monkey wood carving by well renown folk artist Isaac Smith. Artist biography as
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1980s Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Meiji Period Wood Stacked Monkey TOTEM, Japan
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Meiji period wood stacked monkey TOTEM, Japan. A stack of monkeys portrays the Buddhist maxim
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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Hand-Carved Wood 19th Century Monkey Sculpture
Located in South Burlington, VT
! Exquisite antique period carved wood statue depicting a lifelike monkey clutching an immortal peach. Superb
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Old Japanese Wood Carving Monkey / Wonderful Photorealistic Carving / 1912-1945
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
seems that trees such as cypress are used. After all, the realistic expression of this monkey is very
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Netsuke Wood Accessory Fashion, 19th Century, Antique Woodcraft Monkey
Located in London, GB
This netsuke is made entirely out of wood and depicts a monkey holding a peach. A peach is a symbol
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Netsuke with a Monkey and an Eagle, Signed Itsumin, 19 Century
Located in Milano, IT
Wood netsuke with a monkey and an eagle fighting, by Hokyudo Itsumin. Signed in an oval reserve
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Bulu Tribe Carved Wooden Monkey, African Animal, Tribal Art, Early 20th Century
Located in Totnes, GB
A large, impressive and characterful carved timber monkey by the Bulu tribe of Cameroon and
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20th Century Cameroonian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

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By Eero Aarnio, Adelta
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An unmistakable icon of 1960s design, the Ball Chair by Finnish designer Eero Aarnio is as bold today as when it first debuted in 1963. With its futuristic silhouette and cocoon-like...
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Amethyst and Brass Jewelry Box, Hollywood Regency Mineral Stone Box - 1940s
By Jean Goulden, Line Vautrin
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Early 19th Century Swedish Painted Pine Cabinet Armoire
Located in Round Top, TX
Swedish original painted pine armoire with blue panels and trim, standing on aged bun feet. The original painted finish has been distressed through generations of use, resulting in t...
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Seated Nude Woman Sculpture, Early 20th Century
By William Zorach
Located in Beachwood, OH
William Zorach (American, 1887-1966) Seated Woman Painted plaster Inscribed underside "V" 12.5 x 9 x 5 inches Provenance: The Tatti Family Collection Bill Zorach was born in Lithuan...
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Matching Pair of Large Regal Acorn Milk Glass Pendents
Located in Peekskill, NY
We have a matching pair of these very elegant pendents. They are priced and listed as a pair. This lamp has one of the largest milk glass globes we have offered. They have a pleasing...
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Antique Porcelain Sugar Box Money Tree Pattern Hand Painted England Circa 1810
By Coalport Porcelain
Located in Katonah, NY
This antique English porcelain sugar box, made around 1810 by Coalport Porcelain, is hand-painted in the richly colored and intricate Money Tree pattern, also known as the Rock and T...
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Art Deco Bar Cart in Lacquered Rosewood with Swivel Shelf, France circa 1930
Located in Regensburg, DE
Beautiful small Art Deco rolling bar cart in lacquered rosewood from France around 1930. Palisander Rosewood veneered and high-gloss lacquered. Thick stainless steel trim on the base...
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Metal, Chrome, Stainless Steel

Ebonized Fruitwood, Marble, Semi Precious Stone, Giltwood and Ormolu Cabinet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A spectacular and most important Italian mid 19th century Baroque st. ebonized Fruitwood, Marble, Semi Precious Stone, Giltwood and Ormolu cabinet. This exceptional Pietra Dura inlai...
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Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Cabinets

Materials

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Vintage Seascape Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage seascape painting in a minimal blonde wooden frame. Signed at lower left. Dimensions: 18.75"H x 24.75"W x 2"D (framed) Good condition, typical of age and use, with several ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Seascape Painting
Vintage Seascape Painting
$1,280 Sale Price
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H 18.75 in W 24.75 in D 2 in
René Drouet Pair of Lounge Chairs in Olive Green Corduroy and Walnut
By René Drouet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
René Drouet, pair of lounge chairs, corduroy velvet, walnut, France, 1930s Designed by French decorator René Drouet, these club chairs are a quintessential example of French Art Dec...
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Materials

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Early 20th Century Handmade Folky Carved Menu Board Adirondack
Located in Port Jervis, NY
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Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
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Pavel Janák Cubist Wood Chair, Flat Back
By Pavel Janák
Located in Toronto, CA
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Pavel Janák Cubist Wood Chair, Flat Back
Pavel Janák Cubist Wood Chair, Flat Back
$1,400
H 38.5 in W 18 in D 15 in
Art Deco Bedroom Set Osvaldo Borsani manner, Birch and Walnut Burl Period, 1930s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Code FR89 Art Decò bedroom set Osvaldo Borsani manner -Atelier di Varedo- Beautiful single room Art Deco birch burl and massive walnut. Dresser-wardrobe with four large drawers,...
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Bedroom Sets

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Walnut

French Art Deco Glass Rod Bar Cart in Black with Chrome Bottle Holders, 1930s
Located in Ulm, DE
This exceptional French Art Deco bar cart from the 1930s captivates with its architectural structure and refined material interplay. Resting on three tapered legs with castors, the p...
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Materials

Brass

Very Large Spanish Silver Nef Ship Model Juan Sebastián Elcano
Located in London, GB
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20th Century Spanish Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Britannia Standard Silver

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Monkey Wood Carving For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the monkey wood carving you’re looking for. A monkey wood carving — often made from wood, bone and glass — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer monkey wood carving, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A monkey wood carving, designed in the folk art, Louis XVI or modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.

How Much is a Monkey Wood Carving?

The average selling price for a monkey wood carving at 1stDibs is $2,400, while they’re typically $200 on the low end and $70,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Monkey Wood Carving
  • 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
    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 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
    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 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 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
    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 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 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 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
    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.