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Old Rare Wooden Sculpture "Sleeping Chinese Baby"
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Enjoyable wooden statue with a smiling sleeping Chinese baby, with the head resting on a pillow
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Wood Sculpture from Old Water Mill Gear, China 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
This wood accent piece originally served as a section of gear work from a water mill in China. Note
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Wood Sculpture Container from Old Water Mill Gear, China 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
This wood accent piece originally served as a section of gear work from a water mill in China. The
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Old Bronze Chinese Bodhisattva Statue from China
Located in DEVENTER, NL
from China Late 20th century
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Old Bronze Chinese Bodhisattva Statue from China
Old Bronze Chinese Bodhisattva Statue from China
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H 37.8 in W 30.71 in D 17.33 in
Chinese Old Hand Carved Jade Bi Disc on Custom Stand
Located in South Burlington, VT
This is an authentic Chinese old jade bi disc from Northwestern China from the Qing dynasty or
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Rare Old Chinese Watch Tower Garden Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
perforations! Its design is reminiscent of China's tall ancient 2000 year old wooden watch towers built to
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Rare Old Chinese Watch Tower Garden Lighting Lantern
Rare Old Chinese Watch Tower Garden Lighting Lantern
No Reserve
H 18 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in
Chinese old sculture in wood polychrome ancestor's head secret box.
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible chinese old sculpture in wood polychrome ancestor's head secret box.
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Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Antique Daoist Sculpture, Hsuan Tien Shangti
Located in South Burlington, VT
Important Chinese antique Daoist sculpture of the "Emperor of the North Pole", Hsuanwu or Hsuan
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Sandstone

Monumental Chinese Carved Wooden Foo Dog Lion Temple Sculpture
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental Chinese Qing style foo dog or foo lion temple sculpture intricately hand-crafted from
Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Vintage Chinese Cloisonné War Horse Sculptures on Mahogany Base - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Chinese Cloisonné War Horse Sculptures on Mahogany Base - Pair Exquisite Set of 2 vintage
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Chinese Fine Old Pair of Gilt Silver Fragrance Incense Holders
Located in South Burlington, VT
China fine pair (2) of handcrafted gilt silver fragrance incense holders Flowers and fragrances
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Silver

Chinese Old Bamboo Slips with Calligraphy Jiandu, 59 Piece Collection
Located in South Burlington, VT
Bamboo and wooden slips - jiandú- were the main media for writing documents in China before the
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese New Year Antique Wealth God Caishen Sculpture
Located in South Burlington, VT
Our 34 inch tall Chinese Caishen's name is often invoked during Chinese New Year celebrations
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Old Wood Sitting on Lotus Buddha Statue
Located in 景德镇市, CN
This Chinese Old Wood Sitting on Lotus Buddha Statue is a truly unique and special collectible
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Antique 19th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

Large Chinese Hand Carved Polychrome Wood Geese
Located in Delray Beach, FL
, heavy geese sculptures with beautiful earthy colors. Some small natural old wood cracks and paint loss
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Early 20th Century Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Ming Dynasty Chinese Earthenware Horse Sculpture Míngqì Tomb Figure
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce 600 year old (approx) Chinese pottery Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) large glazed earthenware
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Earthenware

Exceptional Pair of Marble Lions from China with great, old patina, Ming Period
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Exceptional Pair of Chinese Lions,Mythological Figures, Good old great patina, and beautiful beige
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Antique 1680s Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Statuary Marble

Chinese Swan Bucket
Located in Asheville, NC
Very old fine wooden bucket with hand-carved swan handle. This rare and unique piece was used in
Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Chinese Swan Bucket
Chinese Swan Bucket
H 24 in W 17 in D 17 in
Contemporary Ceramic Sculpture with Colorful Decals, Porcelain with Glaze
By Jesse Small
Located in St. Louis, MO
use of ornament, but many old habits slip through the cracks. Contemporary Ceramic Sculpture with
Category

Early 2000s Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain, Glaze, Other Medium

Contemporary Porcelain Sculpture with Intricate Ceramic Decals, Colorful Pattern
By Jesse Small
Located in St. Louis, MO
use of ornament, but many old habits slip through the cracks. Contemporary Porcelain Sculpture with
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Early 2000s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Glaze, Mixed Media, Other Medium

"Shohin", Contemporary, Mixed Media, Ceramic, Sculpture, Hand Painted, Bonzai
Located in St. Louis, MO
from China and Japan. In this series I often use these 17th century “imitations”, combined with the
Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Plastic, Mixed Media

Carved Jade Old Man with Child Figurine
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a small jade Asian old man with a child figure. It depicts a carved orange jade old man
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Jade, Metal

Carved Jade Old Man with Child Figurine
Carved Jade Old Man with Child Figurine
H 2.9 in W 1.5 in D 0.5 in
Mid-20th century a set of old lavastone Chinese temple lions - Foo dogs
Located in DEVENTER, NL
These lavastone sculptures, originating from Indonesia in the middle of the 20th century, are both
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lava

Modern Abstract Bronze Assemblage Sculpture
By David Phelps
Located in Soquel, CA
Compelling abstract bronze assemblage sculpture by California artist David Phelps (American, b.1956
Category

1980s Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Large Japanese Chinese Asian Signed Bronze Buddha Hand Sculpture Incense Censer
Located in Studio City, CA
A quite fantastic, rather unique, and unusual bronze Buddha Deiety hand sculpture ( making the
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Early 20th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Female Mingqi Spirit Attendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Molded of earthenware, this petite sculpture is a type of centuries-old burial figurine known as
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Earthenware

Chinese Female Mingqi Spirit Attendant
Chinese Female Mingqi Spirit Attendant
H 9.75 in W 3 in D 2.75 in
Chinese Female Mingqi Spirit Attendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Molded of earthenware, this petite sculpture is a type of centuries-old burial figurine known as
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Earthenware

Chinese Female Mingqi Spirit Attendant
Chinese Female Mingqi Spirit Attendant
H 8 in W 2.25 in D 1.75 in
Chinese Jade Figure of Guanyin
Located in Bradenton, FL
) holding a scroll in one hand, prayer beads in the other. Affixed to carved wood base, older label
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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Organic Material

Chinese Jade Figure of Guanyin
Chinese Jade Figure of Guanyin
H 6 in W 1 in D 1 in
'Elephant' original African Shona stone sculpture Zimbabwe
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This small and intimate sculpture of an elephant is a heartfelt and doting example of the sculpture
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

"Dutch Mountain 2", Contemporary, Mixed Media, Ceramic, Sculpture, Delft
Located in St. Louis, MO
from China and Japan. In this series I often use these 17th century “imitations”, combined with the
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Mixed Media

Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Pottery Attendants
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of Chinese Ming Dynasty glazed earthenware figure of Attendant The condition of these 5
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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

'Honeymoon' original stone Shona sculpture by Marowa & Chideu
By Tendai Marowa & Stanley Chideu
Located in Milwaukee, WI
'Honeymoon' is an original springstone sculpture by the Zimbabwean artists Tendai Marowa and
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Contemporary Pop Culture Porcelain Sculpture with Colorful Decals, Ceramic
By Jesse Small
Located in St. Louis, MO
twigs he has documented during his travels. While in China, Small’s porcelain forms developed as visual
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain, Glaze, Other Medium

Temple Lion Jade Sculpture
Located in Roma, IT
Chinese jade archaic style "Temple lion" sculpture. Jade, probably 18th Century. 5 x 20 cm. Good
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Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Temple Lion Jade Sculpture
Temple Lion Jade Sculpture
H 1.97 in W 3.94 in D 7.88 in
Medium Sized Contemporary Ceramic Sculpture with Colorful Decals, Porcelain
By Jesse Small
Located in St. Louis, MO
twigs he has documented during his travels. While in China, Small’s porcelain forms developed as visual
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Glaze, Mixed Media, Other Medium

Large Stainless Steel Abstract Israeli Sculpture 'Three Tubes' Maquette
By Israel Hadany
Located in Surfside, FL
the 2014 China-Fuzhou International Sculpture Exhibition Erected more than 70 Outdoor and
Category

1970s Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stainless Steel, Iron

Vintage Chinese Glazed Ceramic Dragon Roof Tile
Located in Pomona, CA
This Vintage Chinese Ceramic roof tile is 100% hand made and hand carved of Chinese traditional
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese, Ming Dynasty. Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs or Guardian
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Antique 17th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

'Father Christmas' original stone Shona sculpture by Marowa & Chideu
By Tendai Marowa & Stanley Chideu
Located in Milwaukee, WI
'Father Christmas,' an original springstone sculpture by the Zimbabwean artists Tendai Marowa and
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Early 20th-C. Chinese Warrior Terracotta Roof Tile Mounted On Lucite
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an antique Chinese warrior roof tile that has been mounted on lucite. The composition
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Mounted Objects

Materials

Terracotta, Lucite

'Mother Elephant with Baby' original small sculpture, heirloom gift
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This small and intimate sculpture of a mother and infant elephant is a heartfelt and doting example
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

"Monumental, " Springstone Sculpture signed by Shona artist Phineas Masaya
By Phineas Masaya
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Monumental" is an original springstone sculpture by Shona sculptor Phineas Masaya. The artist
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Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

'Chicken' original Shona stone sculpture signed by Samuel Likongwe
By Samuel Likongwe
Located in Milwaukee, WI
'Chicken' is an original opal serpentine sculpture signed by the Zimbbwean artist Samuel Likongwe
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Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

'Togetherness' original stone Shona sculpture signed by Phineas Masaya
By Phineas Masaya
Located in Milwaukee, WI
'Togetherness' is an original springstone sculpture signed by the Zimbabwean artist Phineas Masaya
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

'Proud Woman' original Shona stone sculpture by Chenjerai Chiripanyanga
By Chenjerai Chiripanyanga
Located in Milwaukee, WI
'Proud Woman' is an original opal serpentine stone sculpture by the contemporary Zimbabwean artist
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

'African Queen' Shona stone sculpture signed by Chenjerai Chiripanyanga
By Chenjerai Chiripanyanga
Located in Milwaukee, WI
'African Queen' is an original opal serpentine stone sculpture signed by the contemporary
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Ancient Chinese Hand-Carved Lohan Monk Buddha On Lion, Kangxi, 1661-1722
Located in Torino, IT
ease on a standing lion, wearing long flowing robes. China, Kangxi Kingdom 1661-1722. The carved and
Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures

Materials

Giltwood, Lacquer

'Scratching Bird' Shona stone sculpture signed by Chenjerai Chiripanyanga
By Chenjerai Chiripanyanga
Located in Milwaukee, WI
'Scratching Bird' is an original opal serpentine stone sculpture signed by the contemporary
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Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

18th Century Chinese Wooden Figure 'Wanli'
Located in Esbeek, NL
18th century Chinese wooden figure, depicted Wanli. See old sticker on the back of the figure, see
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Antique 18th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Ceramic Sculpture with Colorful Decal Pattern, Porcelain with Glaze
By Jesse Small
Located in St. Louis, MO
use of ornament, but many old habits slip through the cracks. Contemporary Ceramic Sculpture with
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain, Glaze, Other Medium

"Dutch Mountain with Autumn Leaves", Abstract, Ceramic, Sculpture, Mixed Media
Located in St. Louis, MO
from China and Japan. In this series I often use these 17th century “imitations”, combined with the
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Plastic, Paint, Mixed Media, Other Medium

'Horse', a Unique Handmade Porcelain Book and Table Light Sculpture
By Charlotte Cornaton
Located in Paris, FR
years old, in the famous historic workshops of Jingdezhen, China, during her residency in 2014. In
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2010s Chinese Sculptures

Materials

Steel

'Protected by Spirits' original stone Shona sculpture by Marowa & Chideu
By Tendai Marowa & Stanley Chideu
Located in Milwaukee, WI
'Protected by Spirits' is an original springstone sculpture by the Zimbabwean artists Tendai Marowa
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Chinese Ming Celestial Mingqi Horse Figure
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand carved Chinese wooden horse is a type of centuries-old burial figurine known as míngqì
Category

Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Ming Celestial Mingqi Horse Figure
Chinese Ming Celestial Mingqi Horse Figure
H 26.5 in W 25.5 in D 5.5 in
Contemporary Stainless Steel Sculpture-Unique work - Tree is not Wood #3
Located in Beijing, CN
Committee of the China Sculpture Association, the Central Academy of Fine Arts of the City of Design School
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stainless Steel

Contemporary Stainless Steel Sculpture-Unique work - Tree is not Wood #1
Located in Beijing, CN
Committee of the China Sculpture Association, the Central Academy of Fine Arts of the City of Design School
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stainless Steel

Contemporary Stainless Steel Sculpture-Unique work - Tree is not Wood #2
Located in Beijing, CN
Committee of the China Sculpture Association, the Central Academy of Fine Arts of the City of Design School
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stainless Steel

'Bird Chicken' original Shona stone sculpture signed by Samuel Likongwe
By Samuel Likongwe
Located in Milwaukee, WI
'Bird Chicken' is an original opal serpentine sculpture signed by the Zimbbwean artist Samuel
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

'Notorious Leader' original stone sculpture by Shona artist Nigel James
Located in Milwaukee, WI
'Notorious Leader' is an original opal serpentine sculpture by Zimbabwean artist Nigel James. The
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

'Family' original signed Shona stone sculpture by Wonder Mazhindu Bumhira
By Wonder Mazhindu Bumhira
Located in Milwaukee, WI
sculpture has been exhibited throughout Germany, USA, Holland, United Kingdom, China, Korea, Australia and
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

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    China marked Nippon may be up to 130 years old. In 1891, Japanese artisans began marking their pieces with the word Nippon to comply with the McKinley Tariff Act, which required all porcelain to bear the name of the country that produced it. Nippon is a direct translation of Japan. Shop a selection of Nippon china on 1stDibs.
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