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Praying Monk

Pair of Marble Praying Monk /Scholar Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice and unusual pair of hand made marble praying monk / scholar bookends, circa 1970s. The pair
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Mid-20th Century American Bookends

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Marble

Pair of Marble Praying Monk /Scholar Bookends
Pair of Marble Praying Monk /Scholar Bookends
$300 Sale Price / set
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H 9.5 in W 9.25 in D 2.625 in
Vintage Big Stone Carving Standing Praying Monk Statue
Located in 景德镇市, CN
Vintage Large Stone Carving Praying Monk Statue – Handcrafted Asian Spiritual Sculpture Bring
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20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Pair of Qing Dynasty Tibetan Carved Wood Praying Monks
Located in Kastrup, DK
A pair of Tibetan praying monks, carved from wood and painted in polychrome. Height: 24 cm. China
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Qing Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Pair of Qing Dynasty Tibetan Carved Wood Praying Monks
Pair of Qing Dynasty Tibetan Carved Wood Praying Monks
$490 / set
H 9.45 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in
Vintage Bronze Praying Monk Sculpture in Meditative Pose, Lost-Wax Technique
Located in Yonkers, NY
This vintage bronze sculpture depicts a serene praying monk sitting in a calm meditative posture on
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Mid-20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

1930's French Impressionist Praying Monks Surrounding The Tomb
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Figures At The Tomb signed by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below provenance stamp to the back watercolour painting on artist paper, unframed measures: 11 high by 8 inc...
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Watercolor

Lacquered wooden sculpture depicting Burma praying, early 19th century
Located in Milano, IT
creation, depicting a praying monk or orant, is a testament to the spiritual richness and artistic
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Antique Early 1800s South Asian Anglo-Indian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Lacquered wooden sculpture depicting Burma praying, early 19th century
Lacquered wooden sculpture depicting Burma praying, early 19th century
$1,531 Sale Price
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H 7.88 in W 3.15 in D 2.76 in
Monks Praying at Golden Rock, Kyaikto
By Steve McCurry
Located in Greenwich, CT
Monks praying at Golden Rock in Kyaikto, Burma. Signed, numbered, and dated on verso. Please
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1990s Color Photography

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Photographic Paper

Antique French Coquilla Nut Kneeling Monk Snuff Box
Located in Newark, England
PRAYING MONK SNUFF BOX From our Collectables Category, we are delighted to offer this Antique
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Antique 1810s French Tobacco Accessories

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Glass, Nutwood

Antique French Coquilla Nut Kneeling Monk Snuff Box
Antique French Coquilla Nut Kneeling Monk Snuff Box
$3,735
H 3.75 in W 1.78 in D 1.58 in
Japanese Buddhist Monk Signed Muryo-Doji Painting Praying Women and Calligraphy
Located in Studio City, CA
paper featuring three praying women and what appears to be kanji calligraphy - probably a Buddhist
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20th Century Japanese Showa Paintings and Screens

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Paint, Paper

Sculpture of a Buddhist monk in praying wood Burma, 19th century
Located in Milano, IT
born—a small, finely crafted sculpture of a Buddhist monk in prayer. This delicate work of art
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Antique Mid-19th Century Burmese Anglo-Indian Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Sculpture of a Buddhist monk in praying wood Burma, 19th century
Sculpture of a Buddhist monk in praying wood Burma, 19th century
$1,340 Sale Price
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H 8.27 in W 1.97 in D 1.97 in
Bronze Lost Wax Sculpture Depicting a Praying Buddhist Monk with Offering Bowl
Located in Yonkers, NY
A small vintage bronze cast sculpture from the mid 20th century depicting a praying Buddhist monk
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Mid-20th Century Busts

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Bronze

Monks Praying at Golden Rock by Steve McCurry, 1994, Digital C-Print
By Steve McCurry
Located in Denton, TX
Monks Praying at Golden Rock by Steve McCurry presents a group of men praying next to a giant rock
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1990s Contemporary Color Photography

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Digital

Buddhist Monks in Prayer
By Carole Garland
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Buddhist Monks in Prayer The young monks are bowed in devotional meditation in a Buddhist Prayer
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel

Royal Worcester Hand Painted Porcelain Figural Monk Candle Snuffer
By Royal Worcester
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
the waist and holds an open bible in his hands and is probably praying. The monk is hand painted in
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

Royal Worcester Blush Ivory Porcelain Monk Candle Snuffer, 1904
By Royal Worcester
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
the waist and holds an open bible in his hands and is probably praying. The monk is decorated in blush
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Porcelain

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Porcelain

17th Century Flemish School, Saint Francis In Extasy, Oil on Oak Panel
Located in Leuven , BE
This 17th century panel painting is a depiction of a praying Franciscan monk, or of Saint Francis
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Antique 17th Century Belgian Decorative Art

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Oak, Paint

Nicolas Vreeland Bodh Gaya Prayer Limited Edition Print
By Phaidon
Located in New York, NY
photo, Nicholas Vreeland captures the image of a Bhuddist monk praying at the sacred structure; the
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2010s American Prints

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Paper

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Serene Antique Praying Monk in Kneeling Position, from Burma
Located in New York, NY
An unusually graceful and skillfully carved kneeling monk resting on bare toes. This is a beautiful
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Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Burmese Temple Painting on Tin
Located in New York, NY
, portraying a robed Buddha floating above a group of praying monks and acolytes. The muted and faded, light
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Early 20th Century Paintings

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Tin

Buddhist monk painting, signed
By Augusta Jacktus
Located in New Rochelle, NY
An incredibly detailed oil on canvas painting of a buddhist monk praying for the souls of the dead
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Vintage 1950s Italian Paintings

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Canvas

El monje
Located in MADRID, ES
Oil painting depicting a monk praying framed by stained-glass windows and Gothic gargoyles. Medium
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2010s Paintings

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Mixed Media

El monje
H 51.19 in W 39.38 in D 0.79 in
Kuniyoshi, Teraoka, Faithful Samurai, Chushingura, Japanese Woodblock Print, Edo
By Utagawa Kuniyoshi
Located in London, GB
after the events as a monk to pray for the souls of his fallen friends. In this print, he is seen
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Mid-19th Century Edo Figurative Prints

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Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut

Burmese Buddhist Praying Monk in Carved and Lacquered Wood
Located in Astoria, NY
Burmese hand-carved hardwood statue from the 20th century depicting a Burmese Monk praying in
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Vintage 1920s Asian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Pair of 18th Century Siamese Bronze Procession Praying Monks
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of bronze kneeling monks in the position of prayer on lotus flower. Bronze with remnants of
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Antique 18th Century Thai Other Religious Items

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Bronze

Sandstone Monk from Pagode in Burma
Located in Kastrup, DK
150-250 years old praying monk crafted in sandstone. From Pagode in Burma. In untouched condition
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures

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Sandstone

Sandstone Monk from Pagode in Burma
Sandstone Monk from Pagode in Burma
H 17.72 in W 6.7 in D 7.49 in
Pair of Early 20th Century Burmese Bronze Monks
Located in Chicago, IL
is clearly visible in the detail of the lotus blossoms and the serene expression of the praying
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Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

17th century Italian Old Master painting - Monk at prayer - Genova
Located in Aartselaar, BE
unprecedented, expressive figure of the praying monk with its convincing naturalism. It is a naturalism that can
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17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Hand Carved Oak Gothic Revival Single Door Drinks Cabinet with Cast Iron Hinges
Located in Lisse, NL
antique cabinet a joy to own and look at. Have you also noticed the praying monk inside the cast iron lock
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Cabinets

Materials

Iron

20th Century Pair of Burmese Figures of Monks on Lotus Blossoms
Located in Chicago, IL
Burmese Bronze Figures in the form of a monk praying on a lotus blossom, raised on a scrolling
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20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Praying Monk
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hand carved and hand painted praying monk from the Shanxi province in China.
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Vintage 1950s Chinese Folk Art Sculptures

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Wood

Praying Monk
Praying Monk
H 21 in W 10 in D 10 in
Praying Monks
Located in New York, NY
Set of eight carved wooden praying monks with gold leaf paint. Priced as a set.
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Early 20th Century Burmese Decorative Objects

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Wood, Paint

Praying Monks
Praying Monks
H 8 in W 3 in D 3.5 in
18th C Praying Monk
Located in Cathedral City, CA
A bronze statue of a praying monk, 18th Century
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Indian Sculptures

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Bronze

18th C Praying Monk
18th C Praying Monk
H 36 in W 16 in D 23 in
Pair of Burmese Praying Monks
Located in New York, NY
A vintage pair of nicely carved Burmese praying monks in gold and red lacquer with beautiful patina
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Vintage 1940s Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Lacquer

Pair of Burmese Praying Monks
Pair of Burmese Praying Monks
H 11 in W 8 in D 5 in
Pair of Miniature 19th Century Bronze Praying Monks from Thailand
Located in New York, NY
A sensitively cast pair of highly detailed 19th century Thai miniature bronze kneeling monks in the
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Antique 19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Stone Standing Buddha
Located in New York, NY
Carved stone Medicine Buddha relief on black base, with praying monks. Natural stone.
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Antique 19th Century Thai Sculptures

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Stone

Stone Standing Buddha
Stone Standing Buddha
H 25 in W 14 in D 6 in
Burmese Temple Painting on Tin
Located in New York, NY
Buddha with praying monks on either side, all against a striking muted sky blue background. This painting
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Early 20th Century Burmese Paintings and Screens

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Tin

Burmese Temple Painting on Tin
Burmese Temple Painting on Tin
H 24.5 in W 30 in D 1 in
Marble Sitting Buddha
Located in San Francisco, CA
two monks praying below. Place on a console table in an entryway or on a bookshelf.
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Antique Late 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Marble Sitting Buddha
Marble Sitting Buddha
H 15 in W 9 in D 5 in
Finely Carved Antique Burmese Praying Monk
Located in New York, NY
A wonderfully serene and peaceful antique Burmese monk in the Classic praying position. A sweet
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Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

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Handcrafted Cherry Wood Lidded Box, 20th Century
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Handcrafted Cherry Wood Lidded Jewelry Box, 20th Century.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Cherry

Handcrafted Cherry Wood Lidded Box, 20th Century
Handcrafted Cherry Wood Lidded Box, 20th Century
$250
H 3.38 in W 9.75 in D 5.75 in
Carving Wooden Sculptures Book End Set Of 2 Decorative Figurine of Book Holders
Located in Wembley, GB
Book Ends Wooden style acrylic Sculptures A Set Of 2 Decorative Figurines of Human Book Holder Beautifully stylized a set of figurines with a great balance of harmony stood, portrayi...
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1990s Turkish Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Acrylic, Wood, Fruitwood, Driftwood, Pine, Bog Wood

Carving Wooden Sculptures Book End Set Of 2 Decorative Figurine of Book Holders
Carving Wooden Sculptures Book End Set Of 2 Decorative Figurine of Book Holders
$398 Sale Price / set
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H 8.67 in W 5.52 in D 1.97 in
Mid-Century Plexiglass and Brass Miniature House Table Lamp, Handcrafted, 1950s
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare hand-crafted miniature chalet table lamp. This enchanting table lamp is a rare mid-century piece, handcrafted in the form of a miniature house. Constructed from delicate transl...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Pair of Mid-20th Century Restored Bent Rattan Lounge Chairs Tropical Upholstery
By Paul Frankl
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A vibrant pair of Mid-20th Century bent rattan lounge chairs, fully restored and refinished to highlight their curvaceous, organic frames. The rattan has been cleaned, repaired, and ...
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Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

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Rattan

Rose Quartz Happy Buddha
Located in Somis, CA
Carved from the purest grade of Madagascar rose quartz, this wonderful Happy Buddha statue radiates warmth and joy. With meticulous attention to detail, the master artisan has captur...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures

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Rose Quartz

Rose Quartz Happy Buddha
Rose Quartz Happy Buddha
$255 Sale Price
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H 4 in W 5.5 in D 2.5 in
Georges LIMOUSIN Art Deco Griffin Bookends 1920
By Limousin
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco griffin bookends by Georges LIMOUSIN (Paris), France, early 1920s. Crafted from spelter and marble, these bookends feature majestic griffins, a striking symbol of str...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookends

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Marble, Spelter

Georges LIMOUSIN Art Deco Griffin Bookends 1920
Georges LIMOUSIN Art Deco Griffin Bookends 1920
$2,500 / set
H 7.41 in W 6.3 in D 4.53 in
Vintage Geometric Tessalated Bone Box
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Geometrtic Tesselated Bone Box. This beautiful decorative box is the perfect accessory for a coffee table, dressing area or bookcase.
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Decorative Boxes

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Bone, Wood

Vintage Geometric Tessalated Bone Box
Vintage Geometric Tessalated Bone Box
$395
H 2.5 in W 8 in D 5.38 in
19th Century Italian Wood Mannequin, Circa 1870-1880
Located in Milano, IT
Mannequin Sculpted and carved wood Italy or France, second half of the 19th century. It measures 25.59 x 6.29 x 3.54 in (65.5 x 16 x 9 cm) It weighs 2.2 lb circa (1 kg circa) St...
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Antique 1870s Italian Other Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

19th Century Italian Wood Mannequin, Circa 1870-1880
19th Century Italian Wood Mannequin, Circa 1870-1880
$10,769
H 25.6 in W 6.3 in D 3.55 in
Carved Santos, 18th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
A carved and polychromed tonsured saint figure, 18th century. Glass eyes and formerly with articulating arms. 10 ¼ inches wide by 6 ½ inches deep by 16 ½ inches tall
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Antique 18th Century Unknown Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Carved Santos, 18th Century
Carved Santos, 18th Century
$1,800
H 16.5 in W 10.25 in D 6.5 in
Folding Screen Room Divider in Solid Wood
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this folding screen made in solid wood with brass details, circa 1950.
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Panelling

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Cedar

Folding Screen Room Divider in Solid Wood
Folding Screen Room Divider in Solid Wood
$3,000
H 66.93 in W 59.06 in D 1.97 in
Vintage English Telescope Walking Stick Cane Dolland 20th Century
By Dolland
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful vintage telescope walking stick by Dolland London, late 20th century in date. The striking stick features a chrome cap unscrewing to reveal a small telescope wit...
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Late 20th Century English Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Chrome

French Art Deco Pair Lifesize Bronze Parrot Bird Sculptures Statues Camille 55"
Located in Dayton, OH
Exquisite Antique Pair of French Art Deco bronze oversized Macaw Parrots or birds perched on stands with nice patina by Camille, circa 1920s. These monumental art sculptures feature ...
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

French Art Deco Pair Lifesize Bronze Parrot Bird Sculptures Statues Camille 55"
French Art Deco Pair Lifesize Bronze Parrot Bird Sculptures Statues Camille 55"
$5,980 Sale Price / set
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H 54.5 in W 20 in D 26 in
Lot of Four Tiny Terracotta Garden Gnomes, Germany ca. 1950s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Lot of Four Tiny Terracotta Garden Gnomes, Germany ca. 1950s Item e7222 A whimsy set of four tiny garden gnomes made in Germany ca. 1950s probably by Heissner. They are made of terra...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

French Art Deco Cat & Dog Bookends, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
These charming French Art Deco bookends, dating from the 1920s, feature a noble combination of woods and brass, showcasing the elegant craftsmanship of the era. The cat and dog figur...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookends

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Brass

French Art Deco Cat & Dog Bookends, 1920
French Art Deco Cat & Dog Bookends, 1920
$1,200 / set
H 6.7 in W 7.68 in D 3.75 in
15 Inch English Patinated Iron Gargoyle Door Knocker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An English Solid Iron Door Knocker displaying an ominous Gargoyle. The piece is very large at 15" tall and also has a very good weight at 7 pounds. Definitely a substantial stateme...
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Antique 19th Century English Gothic Doors and Gates

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Iron

15 Inch English Patinated Iron Gargoyle Door Knocker
15 Inch English Patinated Iron Gargoyle Door Knocker
$1,238 Sale Price
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H 8.5 in W 15 in D 3.5 in
Antique Cast Lead Garden Figure Of A Putto
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Putto with an Imp like expression on his face stands holding an urn as he pours a liquid, perhaps wine, from it. In the original gray paint (worn with losses). The vessel is closed...
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Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Revival Statues

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Lead

Antique Cast Lead Garden Figure Of A Putto
Antique Cast Lead Garden Figure Of A Putto
$1,650
H 21 in W 9 in D 12 in
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Praying Monk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal praying monk for your home. A praying monk — often made from wood, bronze and metal — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a praying monk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A praying monk, designed in the Folk Art style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made praying monk over the years, but those crafted by Steve McCurry are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Praying Monk?

Prices for a praying monk start at $790 and top out at $18,000 with the average selling for $1,800.