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20C Chinese Soapstone Polished Bowl
20C Chinese Soapstone Polished Bowl

20C Chinese Soapstone Polished Bowl

Located in Dallas, TX

During the Spring and Autumn Period (771–476 BC), soapstone was carved into ceremonial knives. Soapstone was also used to carve Chinese seals.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Soapstone Used

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Soapstone

20C Medium Chinese Soapstone Carving
20C Medium Chinese Soapstone Carving

20C Medium Chinese Soapstone Carving

Located in Dallas, TX

During the Spring and Autumn Period (771–476 BC), soapstone was carved into ceremonial knives. Soapstone was also used to carve Chinese seals.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Soapstone Used

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Soapstone

20C Chinese Soapstone Polished Ring Dish
20C Chinese Soapstone Polished Ring Dish

20C Chinese Soapstone Polished Ring Dish

Located in Dallas, TX

During the Spring and Autumn Period (771–476 BC), soapstone was carved into ceremonial knives. Soapstone was also used to carve Chinese seals.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Soapstone Used

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Soapstone

20C Chinese Soapstone Foo Dog Carving
20C Chinese Soapstone Foo Dog Carving

20C Chinese Soapstone Foo Dog Carving

Located in Dallas, TX

During the Spring and Autumn Period (771–476 BC), soapstone was carved into ceremonial knives. Soapstone was also used to carve Chinese seals.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Soapstone Used

Materials

Soapstone

Pair of 20C Chinese Soapstone Carved Bookends
Pair of 20C Chinese Soapstone Carved Bookends

Pair of 20C Chinese Soapstone Carved Bookends

Located in Dallas, TX

During the Spring and Autumn Period (771–476 BC), soapstone was carved into ceremonial knives. Soapstone was also used to carve Chinese seals.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Soapstone Used

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Soapstone

Asian Soapstone Carving Of Travelling Villagers, 20th Century
Asian Soapstone Carving Of Travelling Villagers, 20th Century

Asian Soapstone Carving Of Travelling Villagers, 20th Century

Located in Islamabad, PK

The landscape between the travelers and the village includes elements of dunes, rocky terrain, and lush vegetation. The artisans have used the soapstone's inherent qualities to evo...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Qing Soapstone Used

Materials

Soapstone

Set of 3 Small Chinese Carved Soapstone Sculptures
Set of 3 Small Chinese Carved Soapstone Sculptures

Set of 3 Small Chinese Carved Soapstone Sculptures

Located in Dallas, TX

During the Spring and Autumn Period (771–476 BC), soapstone was carved into ceremonial knives. Soapstone was also used to carve Chinese seals.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Soapstone Used

Materials

Soapstone

Asian Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, 20th Century
Asian Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, 20th Century

Asian Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, 20th Century

Located in Islamabad, PK

Surrounding the tree, Miniature figurines engage, creating a lively and dynamic scene. The soapstone's warm tones would be used to create depth and contrast within the landscape.

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20th Century Chinese Qing Soapstone Used

Materials

Soapstone

A Chinese Scholar’s Soapstone Brush Washer Featuring a Monkey with a Lotus Pod
A Chinese Scholar’s Soapstone Brush Washer Featuring a Monkey with a Lotus Pod

A Chinese Scholar’s Soapstone Brush Washer Featuring a Monkey with a Lotus Pod

Located in San Francisco, CA

On offer is a classic Chinese soapstone brush washer, traditionally used on a scholar’s desk to rinse calligraphy brushes.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Soapstone Used

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Soapstone

Sumarian Steotite Stamp Pendant
Sumarian Steotite Stamp Pendant

Sumarian Steotite Stamp Pendant

Located in Atlanta, GA

Steotite is a type of soapstone which was used to craft amulets, scarabs, bowls, boxes, and figurines.

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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Soapstone Used

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18k Gold

Gilbert Poillerat Wrought Iron and Stone Coffeetable France 1940's
Gilbert Poillerat Wrought Iron and Stone Coffeetable France 1940's

Gilbert Poillerat Wrought Iron and Stone Coffeetable France 1940's

By Gilbert Poillerat

Located in Hudson, NY

., 17 December 2004 Private Collection Friedman acquired the table from Galerie Yves Gastou in Paris Sotheby's sticker with accompanying lot number on the bottom Condition: Scatte...

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1940s French Art Deco Soapstone Used

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Belgian Black Marble, Iron

Nalenik Temela Stone Walrus, Lake Harbour / Kimmirut, Signed
Nalenik Temela Stone Walrus, Lake Harbour / Kimmirut, Signed

Nalenik Temela Stone Walrus, Lake Harbour / Kimmirut, Signed

Located in Los Angeles, CA

NALENIK TEMELA (1939-2003) Stone Walrus, Lake Harbour / Kimmirut - Signed Nalenik Temela was a Canadian Postwar & Contemporary sculptor who was born in 1939. Temela carved using ...

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1970s Canadian Soapstone Used

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Serpentine

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Large 20C Chinese Soapstone Carving
Large 20C Chinese Soapstone Carving

Large 20C Chinese Soapstone Carving

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H 11.8 in W 7 in D 3 in

Large 20C Chinese Soapstone Carving

Located in Dallas, TX

During the Spring and Autumn Period (771–476 BC), soapstone was carved into ceremonial knives. Soapstone was also used to carve Chinese seals.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Soapstone Used

Materials

Soapstone

Set of 3 Small Chinese Carved Soapstone Vessels
Set of 3 Small Chinese Carved Soapstone Vessels

Set of 3 Small Chinese Carved Soapstone Vessels

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H 5.25 in W 1.75 in D 1.75 in

Set of 3 Small Chinese Carved Soapstone Vessels

Located in Dallas, TX

During the Spring and Autumn Period (771–476 BC), soapstone was carved into ceremonial knives. Soapstone was also used to carve Chinese seals.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Soapstone Used

Materials

Soapstone

20C Chinese Soapstone Temple Carving
20C Chinese Soapstone Temple Carving

20C Chinese Soapstone Temple Carving

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H 5.75 in W 3 in D 3 in

20C Chinese Soapstone Temple Carving

Located in Dallas, TX

During the Spring and Autumn Period (771–476 BC), soapstone was carved into ceremonial knives. Soapstone was also used to carve Chinese seals.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Soapstone Used

Materials

Soapstone

Nice Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Carved Soapstone, Early 20th Century
Nice Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Carved Soapstone, Early 20th Century

Nice Pair of Chinese Foo Dogs, Carved Soapstone, Early 20th Century

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

The Foo Dogs are opposite facing with one raised paw, minor marks to soapstone from normal use. The foo dogs measure 4 1/2"-inches high x 2 1/2"-inches deep x 7 1/4"-inches high.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Soapstone Used

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Soapstone

Pair of Hand Carved Green Soapstone Bookends with Asian Chinese Dragon Motif
Pair of Hand Carved Green Soapstone Bookends with Asian Chinese Dragon Motif

Pair of Hand Carved Green Soapstone Bookends with Asian Chinese Dragon Motif

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

A very well done Chinese figural soapstone art object in carved green soapstone plaques bookends.

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Soapstone Used

Materials

Soapstone

Nalenik Temela Stone Walrus, Lake Harbour / Kimmirut - Signed
Nalenik Temela Stone Walrus, Lake Harbour / Kimmirut - Signed

Nalenik Temela Stone Walrus, Lake Harbour / Kimmirut - Signed

Located in Los Angeles, CA

NALENIK TEMELA (1939-2003) Stone Walrus, Lake Harbour / Kimmirut - Signed Nalenik Temela was a Canadian Postwar & Contemporary sculptor who was born in 1939. Temela carved using ...

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1970s Canadian Soapstone Used

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Serpentine

Nalenik Temela Dueling Stone Walrus - Lake Harbour / Kimmirut Signed
Nalenik Temela Dueling Stone Walrus - Lake Harbour / Kimmirut Signed

Nalenik Temela Dueling Stone Walrus - Lake Harbour / Kimmirut Signed

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Nalenik Temela was a Canadian Postwar & Contemporary sculptor who was born in 1939. Temela carved using soapstone and serpentine. His work is held in several museums worldwide, in...

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1970s Canadian Soapstone Used

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Serpentine

Nalenik Temela Stone Walrus, Lake Harbour / Kimmirut, Signed 1974
Nalenik Temela Stone Walrus, Lake Harbour / Kimmirut, Signed 1974

Nalenik Temela Stone Walrus, Lake Harbour / Kimmirut, Signed 1974

By Nalenik Temela

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Nalenik Temela was a Canadian Postwar & Contemporary sculptor who was born in 1939. Temela carved using soapstone and serpentine. His work is held in several museums worldwide, in...

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1970s Canadian Soapstone Used

Materials

Serpentine

Late 19th Century Soapstone and Lacquer Four Fold Screen

Late 19th Century Soapstone and Lacquer Four Fold Screen

Located in London, GB

This charming screen in lacquer and soapstone can be used as a room divider or to adorn a wall by mounting it.

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Late 19th Century Chinese Soapstone Used

Egyptian scarab
Egyptian scarab

Egyptian scarab

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H 0.56 in W 0.32 in D 0.01 in

Egyptian scarab

Located in EL CAMPELLO, ES

Steatite, also known as soapstone, was a commonly used material for crafting scarabs due to its softness, making it easier to carve intricate designs and inscriptions.

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15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Soapstone Used

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Stone

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Bed Tester Spanish Baroque Carved Dark Green & Gilded Leather Superking 6ft180cm
Bed Tester Spanish Baroque Carved Dark Green & Gilded Leather Superking 6ft180cm

Bed Tester Spanish Baroque Carved Dark Green & Gilded Leather Superking 6ft180cm

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

Rare, Spanish Demi-Tester, Baroque Bed With Carved, Green Painted & Gilded Posts 181cm, 6ft High, Floral Painted Leather Headboard, sold with custom made box spring mattress base, ac...

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1720s Spanish Baroque Soapstone Used

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Giltwood, Paint

A 1930's French Gilt Lacquered Wood Pagoda Form Chinoiserie Platinum Painted Box
A 1930's French Gilt Lacquered Wood Pagoda Form Chinoiserie Platinum Painted Box

A 1930's French Gilt Lacquered Wood Pagoda Form Chinoiserie Platinum Painted Box

By Maison Jansen

Located in New York, NY

A 1930's French Gilt Lacquered Wood Pagoda Form Chinoiserie Platinum Painted Box, Attributed to Jansen. At first glance, the box's visual allure is simply breathtaking. Adorned with ...

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1930s Chinoiserie Soapstone Used

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Wood

French 19th Century Art Scholar Statue
French 19th Century Art Scholar Statue

French 19th Century Art Scholar Statue

$1,716

H 7.09 in W 7.09 in D 4.73 in

French 19th Century Art Scholar Statue

Located in GB

A beautifully refined bronze statue depicting an art scholar teaching two young cherubs. It has been finished with a patina for developing glossy sheen with age. Mounted on an oval b...

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Mid-19th Century Soapstone Used

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Bronze

Japanese Marquetry and Lacquer Jewelry Chest, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan
Japanese Marquetry and Lacquer Jewelry Chest, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan

Japanese Marquetry and Lacquer Jewelry Chest, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A very attractive Japanese wood table top jewelry or collector's chest with marquetry and lacquer decoration, Meiji period, circa 1900, Japan. Previously in the collection of Asbjorn...

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Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Soapstone Used

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Wood, Softwood, Lacquer

Extraordinary Carved Mahogany Full Bed With Swans
Extraordinary Carved Mahogany Full Bed With Swans

Extraordinary Carved Mahogany Full Bed With Swans

$7,650

H 51.5 in W 60.75 in D 80 in

Extraordinary Carved Mahogany Full Bed With Swans

Located in Bridgeport, CT

An elaborately carved full bedstead with intricate swan carvings. The headboard with a gadrooned carved acanthus motif trim around the parquetry herringbone inlay. The arched headboa...

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20th Century Art Nouveau Soapstone Used

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Mahogany

Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London
Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London

Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London

By La Maison London

Located in London, Park Royal

Louis XVI style bunk beds, exclusive to La Maison London: Hand carved featuring a band of intricate laurel leaves along the side bars and hand finished to order (picture shows a pale...

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2010s British Louis XVI Soapstone Used

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Wood

An Art Deco Opalescent glass "Ceylan" vase by René Lalique 1920s
An Art Deco Opalescent glass "Ceylan" vase by René Lalique 1920s

An Art Deco Opalescent glass "Ceylan" vase by René Lalique 1920s

By René Lalique

Located in BARCELONA, ES

An opalescent Ceylan vase by René Lalique stands as a shining exemplar of the artist's mastery. This exceptional piece, radiating with opalescent iridescence, showcases the delicate ...

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1920s French Art Deco Soapstone Used

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Art Glass

Large Early 20th Century Chinese Carved Jade Vase
Large Early 20th Century Chinese Carved Jade Vase

Large Early 20th Century Chinese Carved Jade Vase

Located in Austin, TX

A large and impressive Chinese caved jade vase, Republic Period, circa 1930. Carved from one massive piece of jade. The vase carved with the He He Er Xian, the Immortal Twin Boys...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Soapstone Used

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Jade

Circa 1880 Italian Large Gilt wood LXV Style Confidente Sofa
Circa 1880 Italian Large Gilt wood LXV Style Confidente Sofa

Circa 1880 Italian Large Gilt wood LXV Style Confidente Sofa

Located in London, Park Royal

A rare antique find from Tuscany Italy. This 'Confidante' sofa, circa 1880, is in beautiful condition. The large frame is finely carved in the LXV style, with its original water gild...

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Late 19th Century Italian Louis XV Soapstone Used

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Gold, Gold Leaf

Chinese Yellow and Russet Jade Mythical Beast, Ming Dynasty or Earlier
Chinese Yellow and Russet Jade Mythical Beast, Ming Dynasty or Earlier

Chinese Yellow and Russet Jade Mythical Beast, Ming Dynasty or Earlier

Located in Austin, TX

A superb Chinese yellow and russet nephrite jade carving of a mythical beast, Ming Dynasty (1368 to 1644) or earlier, China The mythical beast is portrayed with feline features, i...

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17th Century Chinese Ming Soapstone Used

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Jade

Italian 19th Century Baroque St. Semi Precious And Hard Stone Florentine Cabinet
Italian 19th Century Baroque St. Semi Precious And Hard Stone Florentine Cabinet

Italian 19th Century Baroque St. Semi Precious And Hard Stone Florentine Cabinet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning Italian 19th century Baroque st. ebonized fruitwood, giltwood, ormolu and semi precious and hard stone Florentine cabinet. The cabinet is raised by a unique and most decor...

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19th Century Italian Baroque Soapstone Used

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Marble, Ormolu

Large Chinese Hardstone Flower Tree Model in a Cloisonné Enamel Pot
Large Chinese Hardstone Flower Tree Model in a Cloisonné Enamel Pot

Large Chinese Hardstone Flower Tree Model in a Cloisonné Enamel Pot

Located in London, GB

Large Chinese hardstone flower tree model in a cloisonné enamel pot Chinese, 20th Century Height 44cm, width 35cm, depth 21cm This impressive flower tree model, crafted from an ass...

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20th Century Chinese Soapstone Used

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Stone, Agate, Quartz, Metal, Enamel

Chinese Soapstone Fish Carving 20th Century
Chinese Soapstone Fish Carving 20th Century

Chinese Soapstone Fish Carving 20th Century

$3,950

H 24 in W 18 in D 10 in

Chinese Soapstone Fish Carving 20th Century

Located in Islamabad, PK

Chinese Soapstone fish carving 20th century. This exquisite soapstone sculpture is a unique carving, as it shows to us the natural formation of two stones with the grey soapstone ...

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20th Century Chinese Ming Soapstone Used

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Soapstone

Large Pair of Graduated Turquoise Porcelain Foo Dogs. Chinese Circa 1880
Large Pair of Graduated Turquoise Porcelain Foo Dogs. Chinese Circa 1880

Large Pair of Graduated Turquoise Porcelain Foo Dogs. Chinese Circa 1880

$8,198Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 19.69 in W 7.88 in D 8.86 in

Large Pair of Graduated Turquoise Porcelain Foo Dogs. Chinese Circa 1880

Located in Ixelles, BE

Chinese turquoise-colored porcelain foo dogs from circa 1880 are exquisite examples of traditional Chinese ceramic art. Foo dogs, also known as guardian lions or temple lions, are ic...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Soapstone Used

Materials

Ceramic

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Prices for a soapstone used can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $95 and can go as high as $31,208, while the average can fetch as much as $997.