What is Chinese wood carving?

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.

What is Jepara wood carving?

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.

What is a Paete wood carving?

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.

What is Japanese wood carving?

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.

How do you identify wood carvings?

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.

What are the types of wood carving?

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.

How can I tell if carved wood is antique?

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.

How can you tell if wood is hand-carved?

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.

What is carved wood art called?

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.

What wood is used for carving in Indonesia?

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.

What wood is used for African carvings?

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.

What is the difference between wood carving and sculpture?

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.

What wood is used for carving in Bali?

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.

What are carved wood figures in African art?

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.

Wood Carved Panther

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Art Deco Carved Solid Ebony Wood Panther Sculpture

$950

H 3.29 in W 17 in D 2.1 in

Art Deco Carved Solid Ebony Wood Panther Sculpture

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Elegant Art Deco carved wood sculpture features a reclining panther, leisurely stretched out, but ready to jump and pounce.

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French Modern Carved Wood Sculpture of Black Panther/ Jaguar

$2,213Sale Price|24% Off

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Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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Spectacular Paul Jouve Art Deco Hand Carved Panther Wooden Wall Panel

$12,000

H 41.74 in W 41.74 in D 0.79 in

Spectacular Paul Jouve Art Deco Hand Carved Panther Wooden Wall Panel

By Paul Jouve

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Spectacular Art Deco Hand Carved Polychromed Black Panther Wooden Wall Panel. Paul Jouve style work of art. Sculpture is not signed, but it is marked 1/1 that means it´s an unique p...

Category

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Ariadne and the Panther, Art Deco Sculpture in Wood and Brass, 1920s

$3,552

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Ariadne and the Panther, Art Deco Sculpture in Wood and Brass, 1920s

Located in Benalmadena, ES

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Indonésie - Grande Paire de statues Panthères Noires en bois peint

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Indonésie - Grande Paire de statues Panthères Noires en bois peint

By Artistic Carving Company

Located in TOULON, FR

Indonésie début 20 ème siècle Importante paire de panthères Sculptures décoratives, presque grandeur nature, en bois sculpté et laqué noir, représentant deux panthères la gueule ouve...

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Carved Wood Panther Trophy Head

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Old, intricately carved wood trophy head of a snarling panther.

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Rare French Carved Wood Panther Chandelier

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Rare French Carved Wood Panther Chandelier

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Turn of the Century French panther/urn 6 armed chandelier. Carved wood and gilt.

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Antique 19th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Carved and Original Painted Panther Sculpture

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H 13 in W 30 in D 18 in

Carved and Original Painted Panther Sculpture

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Carved painted panther.

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Large Hand Carved Wooden Carousel Panther Statue

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H 31.89 in W 56.3 in D 12.6 in

Large Hand Carved Wooden Carousel Panther Statue

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

This large mid-20th century hand-carved wooden carousel panther statue features an open mouth and glass eyes. Originally polychrome, the sculpture has developed a beautiful "craquelu...

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Hand Carved Folk Art Wooden Cat or Panther

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Hand Carved Folk Art Wooden Cat or Panther

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A wooden carved cat or Panther. This previously painted piece, or piece of wood, has the remnants of a yellow paint, and the markings of a cat.

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Antique Tuscan Carved Trophy Panel with the Panther of Lucca, Late 19th Century

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Antique Tuscan Carved Trophy Panel with the Panther of Lucca, Late 19th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

A true masterpiece of craftsmanship and historical significance, this unique Italian panel is from the late 1800s. Intricately carved in mid-relief, the work of art is a testament to...

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carved panther in blackened wood

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H 10.24 in W 4.34 in D 29.93 in

carved panther in blackened wood

Located in grand Lancy, CH

carved panther in blackened wood

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Super Dramatic Pair of Carved Wood and Upholstered Panther Club Chairs

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Super Dramatic Pair of Carved Wood and Upholstered Panther Club Chairs

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Very impressive pair of Baker Stately Homes' Vert-de-Bronze Green and gilt decorated tub or club chairs having hand carved leopard masks continuing into lifelike clawed and padded fe...

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1990s American Club Chairs

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Art Deco Carved Panel Black Panther

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H 28.55 in W 50.99 in D 1.58 in

Art Deco Carved Panel Black Panther

By Paul Jouve

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Fantastic Art Deco carved wooden panel. Lovely black panther, in the style of Paul Jouve.

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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

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French Art Deco Hunting Animal Scene Panther Antelope

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French Art Deco Hunting Animal Scene Panther Antelope

Located in Antwerp, BE

French Art Deco hunting animal scene panther antelope.

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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Salvatore Melani French Art Deco Panthers Sculpture, Early 1930s

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H 15.28 in W 14.57 in D 2.88 in

Salvatore Melani French Art Deco Panthers Sculpture, Early 1930s

By Salvatore Melani

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco sculpture by Salvatore Melani, France, early 1930s. Couple of Panthers. Hand-carved wood. Measures: height: 15.3"(38.8cm), width:14.6"(37cm), depth: 2.9"(7.3cm).

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

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Hagenauer Panther

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H 8 in W 21 in D 4.75 in

Hagenauer Panther

Located in Coral Gables, FL

This Austrian art deco hand carved wood panther dates from the 1930’s and is by Karl Hagenauer .

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20th Century Austrian Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Karl Hagenauer, Nude Woman Walking Panther, 1928, Austria

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H 10 in W 10.75 in D 3.35 in

Karl Hagenauer, Nude Woman Walking Panther, 1928, Austria

By Karl Hagenauer, Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien

Located in New York, NY

A Hagenauer sculpture of a nickel-plated brass nude woman walking a carved wood panther, 1928, Austria. Marked on underside of base.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Sculptures

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$574,500

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Materials

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$1,954

H 11.62 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

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Located in Meer, VAN

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Antique Meissen 68-Piece Floral Dinner Service

$47,542 / set

H 2.37 in W 20.67 in D 14.77 in

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$10,572

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By H.Pander & Zonen

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

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$8,881

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Wood Carved Panther For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the wood carved panther you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every wood carved panther was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the wood carved panther you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each wood carved panther bearing Art Deco, Folk Art or Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made wood carved panther has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Baker Furniture Company, Karl Hagenauer and Salvatore Melani are consistently popular.

How Much is a Wood Carved Panther?

A wood carved panther can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,500, while the lowest priced sells for $935 and the highest can go for as much as $14,500.

Questions About Wood Carved Panther

What is Chinese wood carving?
1 Answer
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.
What is Jepara wood carving?
1 Answer
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.
What is a Paete wood carving?
1 Answer
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.
What is Japanese wood carving?
1 Answer
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.
How do you identify wood carvings?
1 Answer
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.
What are the types of wood carving?
1 Answer
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.
How can I tell if carved wood is antique?
1 Answer
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.
How can you tell if wood is hand-carved?
1 Answer
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.
What is carved wood art called?
1 Answer
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.
What wood is used for carving in Indonesia?
1 Answer
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.
What wood is used for African carvings?
1 Answer
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.
What is the difference between wood carving and sculpture?
1 Answer
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.
What wood is used for carving in Bali?
1 Answer
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.
What are carved wood figures in African art?
1 Answer
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.