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Period: Early 20th Century
Creator: Unknown
Antique Japanese Kutani Pottery Bodhidharma or Daruma Figurine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An fine, antique Japanese pottery Daruma figurine.
In the form of a Daruma, a depiction of Bodhidharma the semi-legendary founder of Zen/Chan Buddhism.
The figure's face and protruding toes are an unglazed dark brown and his robe has a dark red glaze.
Simply a charming Japanese figurine...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Unknown Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Pottery
Porcelain erotic figure China
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Porcelain erotic figure China
Erotic group of enameled porcelain (menage a trois)
three porcelain figurines stamped on their base (red base)
White, black, pink and red color
hand painted
Origin China Circa 1920
Excellent condition without restorations
small fissure on the penis
Erotic depictions include paintings, sculptures, photographs, dramatic works, musical and literary compositions depicting scenes of a sexual nature. They have been created by almost all civilizations, ancient and modern. Primitive cultures frequently associated the sexual act...
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1920s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Unknown Sculptures and Carvings
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Porcelain
Antique Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Crane and Lotus Flowers
Located in Nova Scotia, NS
What a unique and unforgettable Valentine's Day gift this would make!
This rare and very finely carved Art Nouveau-style sculpture depicts a crane with its foot raised on a lotus bu...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Unknown Sculptures and Carvings
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Stone, Soapstone
Japan Meiji 1900 Three Bronze Ducks Sculpture in Wood Stand and Coral
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural composition of the ducks from the Japanese Meiji Period.
Beautiful and very well realized sculptural composition of three ducks, made during the japanese imperial perio...
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Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Unknown Sculptures and Carvings
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Coral, Bronze
Hand Painted Wood Japanese Traditional Kokeshi Doll
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese doll called Kokeshi of the early 20th century.
Provenance from the northern Japan.
Dolls shapes and patterns are particular to a certain area and are classified under eleven types.
Handmade by Japanese artisants from wood. Have a simple trunk as a body and an enlarged head. One characteristic of Kokeshi dolls...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Unknown Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique Chinese Carved Wooden Figural Pillow or Headrest, Qianlong?
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Chinese wooden head rest.
Carved in the form of a recumbent or resting man.
Decorated in polychrome decoration. The body painted in a silver tone with his hair and eyes in black with red undertones. There is further scroll work painted in stylized clouds and sun to the red and green.
There appears to be a carved ruyi in between the feet.
Simply a wonderful carved Chinese head...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Unknown Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Togatta Japanese Wooden Traditional Kokeshi Doll
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese doll called Kokeshi of the early 20th century.
Provenance from the northern Japan.
Dolls shapes and patterns are particular to a certain area and are classified under elev...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Unknown Sculptures and Carvings
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Naruko Kokeshi Doll
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese doll called Kokeshi of the early 20th century.
Provenance from the northern Japan.
Dolls shapes and patterns are particular to a certain area and are classified under elev...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Unknown Sculptures and Carvings
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Wood
Early 20th Century Tohgatta Kokeshi Doll: Handmade Japanese Artistry & Tradition
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Embrace the rich cultural heritage of Japan with this early 20th-century Kokeshi doll, a charming and authentic representation of traditional craftsmanship. Originating from northern...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Unknown Sculptures and Carvings
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Wood
Burmese Bird-Shaped Betel Gold Lacquered Box
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique late 19th century original offering vessel lacquered ornate gilded betel boxes in the shape of a sacred goose, Hintha bird from Mandalay, Myanmar bird...
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Early 20th Century Burmese Islamic Unknown Sculptures and Carvings
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Metal
Antique Carved Chinese Boxwood Plaque or Insert
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Chinese carved boxwood plaque or insert.
Depicting a Chinese monastery scene.
The border is decorated with small repeating ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Unknown Sculptures and Carvings
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Boxwood
Ebony Wood Hand Carved African Elephant
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Hand carved wood ebony African elephant.
Handcrafted in Africa.
One of the tusk is damaged
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Early 20th Century African Folk Art Unknown Sculptures and Carvings
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Ebony
Intricate Chinese Immortal Deity Foo Dog Sculpture Carved Wood Gold Gilt & Black
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Intricately carved wood sculpture Chinese Immortal Longevity Buddha Deity figure crafted with gold gilt and a black finish with foo dog at base.
Meas...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Unknown Sculptures and Carvings
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Set of Three Hintha Burmese Bird-Shaped Betel Gold Lacquered Box
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of three rare, antique late 19th century original offering vessel lacquered ornate gilded betel boxes in the shape of a sacred goose, Hintha bird from Mandalay, Myanmar bird...
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Early 20th Century Burmese Islamic Unknown Sculptures and Carvings
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Metal
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Unknown sculptures and carvings for sale on 1stDibs.
Unknown sculptures and carvings are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of stone and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Unknown sculptures and carvings, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 61 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 49 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original sculptures and carvings by Unknown were created in the modern style in asia during the 21st century and contemporary. Prices for Unknown sculptures and carvings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $350 and can go as high as $216,361, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,650.