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French 19th Century Directoire Giltwood Altar Candlestick
French 19th Century Directoire Giltwood Altar Candlestick

French 19th Century Directoire Giltwood Altar Candlestick

Located in Sunshine, LA

trumpet for a bobeche, leading the eye back to the low-relief carvings of Neoclassical elements such as

Category

Antique 19th Century French Directoire Candlesticks

Materials

Giltwood

A 19th C. Chinese Carved Hardwood Low Table with Relief Designs, possibly Zitan
A 19th C. Chinese Carved Hardwood Low Table with Relief Designs, possibly Zitan

A 19th C. Chinese Carved Hardwood Low Table with Relief Designs, possibly Zitan

Located in New York, NY

table, combined with the precision of the relief carving and openwork detailing, indicate a high level

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Mixed Media David Fischel Coyote Woman
Vintage Mixed Media David Fischel Coyote Woman

Vintage Mixed Media David Fischel Coyote Woman

Located in Bridgeport, CT

relief carvings and paintings often influenced by the American Southwest. The title of the work "Coyote

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Other

Pair of 1970s Forward Trends Sculpted Walnut End Tables by Johnson Furniture
Pair of 1970s Forward Trends Sculpted Walnut End Tables by Johnson Furniture

Pair of 1970s Forward Trends Sculpted Walnut End Tables by Johnson Furniture

By Handley Johnson Handley

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

front panels with elongated gothic-inspired relief carving, creating a dramatic interplay of light and

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Two 1950s Neo Classic Style Lacquered Wood Florentine Wall Sconces
Two 1950s Neo Classic Style Lacquered Wood Florentine Wall Sconces

Two 1950s Neo Classic Style Lacquered Wood Florentine Wall Sconces

Located in Catania, Sicilia

detailed, cream-colored relief carvings of classical cherubs riding swans. Each sconce extends two

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rare Carved Desk in Solid Oak by Breton Artist Jacques Philippe
Rare Carved Desk in Solid Oak by Breton Artist Jacques Philippe

Rare Carved Desk in Solid Oak by Breton Artist Jacques Philippe

Located in Waalwijk, NL

characterized by arched supports, incorporating a drawer on each side. The exterior is adorned with relief

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Snuff Bottle, Guangzho
Antique Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Snuff Bottle, Guangzho

Antique Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Snuff Bottle, Guangzho

Located in Point Richmond, CA

hollowed iridescent nacre. The low relief carving front and back is of the appearance of a traditional

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Early 20th Century 2-Tier Cabinet From Fujian, China
Early 20th Century 2-Tier Cabinet From Fujian, China

Early 20th Century 2-Tier Cabinet From Fujian, China

Located in Singapore, SG

. There is nice combination of through and relief carvings throughout this cabinet, and it is decorated

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Fir

Art Nouveau Period French Chestnut Coffee Table
Art Nouveau Period French Chestnut Coffee Table

Art Nouveau Period French Chestnut Coffee Table

Located in Dallas, TX

full relief carvings of grape clusters with leaves on each corner, under which tapered and faceted legs

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chestnut

Antique Italian Neoclassical Painted Kidney-Shaped Vanity ~ Dresser
Antique Italian Neoclassical Painted Kidney-Shaped Vanity ~ Dresser

Antique Italian Neoclassical Painted Kidney-Shaped Vanity ~ Dresser

Located in Dallas, TX

carved egg & dart bordering, with the lower tier drawers boasting additional relief carvings of laurel

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Louis XVI Vanities

Materials

Brass

Late 19th Century Siamese Stone Relief Temple Carving
Late 19th Century Siamese Stone Relief Temple Carving

Late 19th Century Siamese Stone Relief Temple Carving

Located in Hudson, NY

This temple relief was purchased from a late 19th century upstate NY garden. This lovely Buddhist

Category

Antique 1890s Burmese Other Religious Items

Materials

Stone

Chinese Slatted Back Bench, c. 1900
Chinese Slatted Back Bench, c. 1900

Chinese Slatted Back Bench, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

-relief carvings finished with colorful lacquer and flecks of mica. The arms are carved with geometric

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Benches

Materials

Wood

Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Peacock Feathers Lamp
Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Peacock Feathers Lamp

Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Peacock Feathers Lamp

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

is masterfully embellished with intricate, low-relief carvings depicting mythical dragons swirling

Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of 18th C. French Carved Oak Hunting Plaques with Wrought Iron Handles
Pair of 18th C. French Carved Oak Hunting Plaques with Wrought Iron Handles

Pair of 18th C. French Carved Oak Hunting Plaques with Wrought Iron Handles

Located in Dallas, TX

-relief carving and time-worn surface patina offer a powerful sense of age and craftsmanship. Whether

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Black Forest Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Side Table, Japanese, Lamp, Jardiniere Stand, Arts & Crafts, Edwardian
Antique Side Table, Japanese, Lamp, Jardiniere Stand, Arts & Crafts, Edwardian

Antique Side Table, Japanese, Lamp, Jardiniere Stand, Arts & Crafts, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

with the relief carving Standing upon a slender quartet of tall cabriole legs, with shaped toes Each

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Edwardian Side Tables

Materials

Elm

19th Century French Renaissance Buffet
19th Century French Renaissance Buffet

19th Century French Renaissance Buffet

Located in Dallas, TX

corner. The full relief carving on the left door depicts a successful grape harvest, while the right

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Buffets

Materials

Oak

German Gustav Becker 3 Weight Grand Sonnerie Vienna Regulator Wall Clock
German Gustav Becker 3 Weight Grand Sonnerie Vienna Regulator Wall Clock

German Gustav Becker 3 Weight Grand Sonnerie Vienna Regulator Wall Clock

Located in Danville, CA

constructed and made of solid hardwood with high relief carvings. The time shows on a porcelain dial ring with

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Antique Campaign Torchere, English, Side Table, Planter Stand, William IV, 1835
Antique Campaign Torchere, English, Side Table, Planter Stand, William IV, 1835

Antique Campaign Torchere, English, Side Table, Planter Stand, William IV, 1835

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

-catching relief carvings adorn the bulbous support column Each leg protrudes from fascinating Dog of Fo

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British William IV Side Tables

Materials

Wood

19th C. French Louis XVI Narrow Giltwood Trumeau Mirror with Lithograph of Girl
19th C. French Louis XVI Narrow Giltwood Trumeau Mirror with Lithograph of Girl

19th C. French Louis XVI Narrow Giltwood Trumeau Mirror with Lithograph of Girl

Located in Doylestown, PA

original wavy glass, c. late 19th century. The frame features intricate relief carvings of floral and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Louis XVI Trumeau Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood, Glass

Chinese Carved Panel Board
Chinese Carved Panel Board

Chinese Carved Panel Board

Located in New York, NY

center of the relief carving bottom are the sun and the moon having two immortals above sun and the moon

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique Folding Silver Table, Chinese, Serving Tray, Afternoon Tea, Victorian
Antique Folding Silver Table, Chinese, Serving Tray, Afternoon Tea, Victorian

Antique Folding Silver Table, Chinese, Serving Tray, Afternoon Tea, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

adorned with foliate relief carvings This is an exceptional antique folding silver table with wonderful

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Tray Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Carved Rosewood Centre Entry Table
19th Century Carved Rosewood Centre Entry Table

19th Century Carved Rosewood Centre Entry Table

Located in Forney, TX

almost three inch wide band of contrasting running ornamentation in intricate, high relief carving inset

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Center Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Antique French Vineyard Carved Wine Press Screw Pedestal Stand Folk Art
Antique French Vineyard Carved Wine Press Screw Pedestal Stand Folk Art

Antique French Vineyard Carved Wine Press Screw Pedestal Stand Folk Art

Located in Forney, TX

intricate foliate and grape motif relief carvings to the original heavy-duty solid wood base, finished in a

Category

Antique 19th Century French Industrial Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Fine Japanese Porcelain Vase with Carving by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period
Fine Japanese Porcelain Vase with Carving by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

Fine Japanese Porcelain Vase with Carving by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

By Makuzu Kozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

fine low relief carving in combination with underglaze paint. This bowl is a superb example.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage French Hand-Carved Wood Console Tables - Ornate Shell Motif, a Pair
Vintage French Hand-Carved Wood Console Tables - Ornate Shell Motif, a Pair

Vintage French Hand-Carved Wood Console Tables - Ornate Shell Motif, a Pair

Located in Wichita, KS

ornate apron, showcasing high-relief carvings of scalloped shells, acanthus leaves, and flowing floral

Category

Late 20th Century French Baroque Revival Console Tables

Materials

Quartz

Vintage Glazed Ceramic Cross Vase
Vintage Glazed Ceramic Cross Vase

Vintage Glazed Ceramic Cross Vase

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

cylindrical body is adorned with primitive relief carvings, including abstract cross motifs and face-like

Category

Late 20th Century American Brutalist Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Glazed Ceramic Vase
Vintage Glazed Ceramic Vase

Vintage Glazed Ceramic Vase

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

cylindrical body is adorned with primitive relief carvings, including abstract cross motifs and face-like

Category

Late 20th Century American Brutalist Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Antique French Renaissance Revival Sideboard, Carved Walnut Buffet Cabinet
Antique French Renaissance Revival Sideboard, Carved Walnut Buffet Cabinet

Antique French Renaissance Revival Sideboard, Carved Walnut Buffet Cabinet

Located in BŘECLAV, CZ

adorned with deep relief carvings, including scrolling acanthus motifs, paneled doors, and substantial

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Vintage Asian Chinoiserie Cast Concrete Planters - A Pair
Vintage Asian Chinoiserie Cast Concrete Planters - A Pair

Vintage Asian Chinoiserie Cast Concrete Planters - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

planters. Featuring a sophisticated hexagonal form, each pot is adorned with intricate high-relief carvings

Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

Italian 18th Century Carved Painted and Parcel Gilt Crown
Italian 18th Century Carved Painted and Parcel Gilt Crown

Italian 18th Century Carved Painted and Parcel Gilt Crown

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

technique using streaks of blue. High-relief carvings along the top crest project with exuberant acanthus

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Chinese Russet Jade Snuff Bottle, Masters of the Rock School
Antique Chinese Russet Jade Snuff Bottle, Masters of the Rock School

Antique Chinese Russet Jade Snuff Bottle, Masters of the Rock School

Located in Point Richmond, CA

brown skin over a celadon colour stone, on the front side delicate and detailed relief carving depicting

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

Materials

Jade

Vintage Italian Rope and Tassel Glazed Ceramic Low Stool
Vintage Italian Rope and Tassel Glazed Ceramic Low Stool

Vintage Italian Rope and Tassel Glazed Ceramic Low Stool

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

intricate relief carvings that masterfully mimic the appearance of luxurious pleated fabric, gathered by a

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Stools

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Hutch by Lane Furniture, Walnut, 1965
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Hutch by Lane Furniture, Walnut, 1965

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Hutch by Lane Furniture, Walnut, 1965

By Lane Furniture

Located in Wheat Ridge, CO

vertical relief carving along the sides and striking geometric panel fronts below—hallmarks of Lane’s

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Large Antique Italian Statuary Marble Portrait Medallion
Large Antique Italian Statuary Marble Portrait Medallion

Large Antique Italian Statuary Marble Portrait Medallion

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

. It is larger in scale than other marble medallions we have encountered and showcases deep relief

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Statuary Marble

Anglo Indian Round Elephant Side Table
Anglo Indian Round Elephant Side Table

Anglo Indian Round Elephant Side Table

Located in Bradenton, FL

and trunks. The combination of relief carving and inlay work demonstrates the skilled artisan

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Large 18th Century Italian Statuary Marble Portrait Medallion
Large 18th Century Italian Statuary Marble Portrait Medallion

Large 18th Century Italian Statuary Marble Portrait Medallion

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

larger in scale than other marble medallions we have encountered and showcases deep relief carving with

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Statuary Marble

Renaissance Winged Cherub Relief
- Florence, 15th century
Renaissance Winged Cherub Relief
- Florence, 15th century

Renaissance Winged Cherub Relief
- Florence, 15th century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

depth and movement, achieved through masterful relief carving, lends the composition an ethereal

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Italian Renaissance–Baroque Carved Wood Mirror, 17th Century
Italian Renaissance–Baroque Carved Wood Mirror, 17th Century

Italian Renaissance–Baroque Carved Wood Mirror, 17th Century

Located in Meulebeke, BE

that lends the mirror a commanding architectural presence. The frame’s deep relief carving creates

Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Renaissance Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Vintage Boho Black Forest Carved Oak Armoire
Vintage Boho Black Forest Carved Oak Armoire

Vintage Boho Black Forest Carved Oak Armoire

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

exemplifies the grandeur of the Renaissance Revival era. The piece features elaborate high-relief carvings

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Walnut Neoclassical Bookcase
19th Century French Walnut Neoclassical Bookcase

19th Century French Walnut Neoclassical Bookcase

Located in Dallas, TX

another larger relief carving that complements the crown. Below are a pair of doors each fitted with ten

Category

Antique 1890s French Neoclassical Bookcases

Materials

Brass

A Victorian Black Forest Rustic Drinking Goblet, Germany 1860s
A Victorian Black Forest Rustic Drinking Goblet, Germany 1860s

A Victorian Black Forest Rustic Drinking Goblet, Germany 1860s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

made of real deer horn featuring relief carvings of stag and deer ornaments around the cup. The stem is

Category

Antique 1860s German Black Forest Decorative Art

Materials

Antler

Pair Of Antique Side Chairs, Oriental, Lacquered, Elbow Seats, Cane, Victorian
Pair Of Antique Side Chairs, Oriental, Lacquered, Elbow Seats, Cane, Victorian

Pair Of Antique Side Chairs, Oriental, Lacquered, Elbow Seats, Cane, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Decorative frieze with relief carving lends an ornate touch to the back rest Bowed arms sweep gracefully

Category

Antique 1880s Chinese Chinese Export Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Lacquer

Vintage Regency Patinated Cast Concrete Architectural Bracket
Vintage Regency Patinated Cast Concrete Architectural Bracket

Vintage Regency Patinated Cast Concrete Architectural Bracket

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

. Crafted from a heavy cast stone or concrete composite, the piece features deep relief carving, primarily

Category

Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Brackets

Materials

Concrete

1920s William and Mary Tudor-style walnut server or buffet
1920s William and Mary Tudor-style walnut server or buffet

1920s William and Mary Tudor-style walnut server or buffet

Located in Germantown, MD

relief carvings on the cabinet doors, often with geometric or curving designs. Walnut construction

Category

Early 20th Century American William and Mary Buffets

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th-Century Chinese Carved Dresser with American Style influence
Early 20th-Century Chinese Carved Dresser with American Style influence

Early 20th-Century Chinese Carved Dresser with American Style influence

Located in Pomona, CA

part, candle plateaus, relief carving works on the top and bottom and nice hardware. It has two small

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Wood

Chinese Red Lacquer Wedding Cabinet, c. 1850
Chinese Red Lacquer Wedding Cabinet, c. 1850

Chinese Red Lacquer Wedding Cabinet, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

wooden hinges carved with gilt florals and the upper overhang is embellished with gilt relief carvings of

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Rococo Mirror, Italian, Carved Fruitwood, Hall, Lounge, Victorian, 1900
Antique Rococo Mirror, Italian, Carved Fruitwood, Hall, Lounge, Victorian, 1900

Antique Rococo Mirror, Italian, Carved Fruitwood, Hall, Lounge, Victorian, 1900

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

clear, bright reflection Surrounding fascia adorned with profuse foliate and scrolled leaf relief

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Fruitwood

Large French Buffet, 19th Century, Carved Fruitwood and Marble Top
Large French Buffet, 19th Century, Carved Fruitwood and Marble Top

Large French Buffet, 19th Century, Carved Fruitwood and Marble Top

Located in Madrid, ES

relief carving with ornamental motifs inspired by classical antiquity and nature, further enriching its

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Buffets

Materials

Fruitwood

Anglo Indian Teak Carved Pedestal Desk
Anglo Indian Teak Carved Pedestal Desk

Anglo Indian Teak Carved Pedestal Desk

Located in London, by appointment only

functionality and artistry. Constructed entirely from resilient teak, the desk features an array of high-relief

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Indian Furniture

Materials

Teak

Superb 19th Century French Walnut Miniature Armoire with Brass Hardware
Superb 19th Century French Walnut Miniature Armoire with Brass Hardware

Superb 19th Century French Walnut Miniature Armoire with Brass Hardware

Located in London, GB

doors with serpentine shaped paneling and with relief carving of flowers and scrolls in a symmetrical

Category

Antique 19th Century French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

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Relief Carving For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic relief carving available at 1stDibs. A relief carving — often made from wood, stone and glass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a relief carving, we have 41 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a relief carving — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A relief carving made by Folk Art designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made relief carving over the years, but those crafted by Chesney's and Vittorio Dassi are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Relief Carving?

A relief carving can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,500, while the lowest priced sells for $250 and the highest can go for as much as $40,000.
Questions About Relief Carving
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Carved in high relief means that a sculpture has a certain type of carving. Specifically, high relief describes the type where more than half of the figures represented in a work extend outwards from a flat surface. Famous examples include the heads on Mount Rushmore and the Ghiberti Doors on the Baptistery in Florence, Italy. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of high-relief sculptures.