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Sculptures and Carvings For Sale
China Huge Stunning Natural Marble Stone "Painting" Magnificent Mountain Peaks
Located in South Burlington, VT
This Chinese extraordinary natural marble stone painting of a mountain range in green and white colors is called a dream stone Shih-hua.
It is a huge monumental masterwork of nature. Totally natural.
Dimensions:
Hardwood frame: 62 inches tall and 88.5 inches length
Site: 54 inches tall and 80.5 inches length
This marble stone painting is approximately 3/8 inch thick and is cut from a large slab of rough material revealing a unique, incredible pattern in soft green and white colors.
This unique work of art was from historic Dali marble found in the Cangshan mountains of western China. These mysterious mountains, unique in the world, are known for yielding incredible and fantastic natural landscaped works of art created over tens of millions of years from mineral inclusions that affected the process of ancient organic material which transformed into limestone and finally resulted in marble- a metamorphic hard stone.
This art form is centuries of years old since the Ming dynasty. Dream stones became favored art in the west particularly since the 19th century when French collectors named them Pierres de reve.
History of Green Flower dream stone paintings...
Category
20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
Asian Bronze Guardian Lion Sculpture, Nepal, 19th century
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Asian bronze guardian lion Lion Sculpture, Nepal 19th Century.
A bronze figure with traces of polychromy depicting a temple guardian lion with an open mouth, long mane and a defensive posture on its four outstretched legs.
The tail is curled over the back and the body is full of curls in the form of protuberances and decorative spirals.
Antique bronze Nepalese temple guardian style lion sculpture, richly ornamented and masterfully sculpted with patinated gilt brass, the ferocious mythical beast in an aggressive ready to charge stance.
Measures:
5.5: W x 4.75 H x 3 D Inches
Antique condition with typical wear and appropriate patina.
From the Art collection of Marian and John Scott.
Acquisition date: 1981.
Evaluation date records: 1982.
Purchased from the amazing private collection of Mark Lissauer who spent his life collecting niche ethnographic pieces.
About Mark Lissauer:
Mark Lissauer spent forty years travelling abroad for months at a time collecting ethnographic artefacts primarily from New Guinea and the islands of the West Pacific, and from Asia and Himalayan countries. Fluent in five languages and having in the course of business travelled to more than forty countries, Mark is well-known to museums and art-collectors around the world for his long career and his interesting and diverse collection of rare ethnographic material.
Mark knows the origin and symbolism of each piece. Through extensive research and more than ninety trips around the globe, Mark familiarised himself with the traditions of the various cultures he visited in order to understand the meaning of each object to its region and tribe. His home has a specialist library and several rooms are filled with tribal carvings, textiles and ethnographica.
He acquired his first tribal piece in 1948 during a business trip to Milne Bay, New Guinea, and has since documented the acquisition of some 35,000 items. Several thousands of these have been sold to important private collections and museums worldwide, including the Rockefeller Museum, the British Museum and the Musée National des Arts d’Afrique et d’Océanie, now incorporated into the Louvre Museum.
Estimator certificate of authenticity by Wayne Heathcote Tribal Art Dealer and Expert.
Heathcote has a flash gallery in Brussels, where much of the tribal art business is centred, and is an expert at Sotheby's tribal art sale...
Category
19th Century Nepalese Tibetan Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Late 19th century antique wooden Burmese Buddha temple - Original Buddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This Late 19th-century wooden Burmese Buddha temple is a stunning testament to the rich spiritual and artistic heritage of Burma. Crafted from wood and standing at a height of 42.2 c...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique Japanese Bronze Sculpture of a Peasant Worker 1920's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1351 Japanese bronze sculpture of a worker carrying wood.
Incredible detail.
Category
1920s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Small Carved Dragons And Phoenix Jade Plaque
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Chinese small jade plaque. It depicts an almost square carved jade plaque with several dragons and phoenixes.
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Rock Crystal Tibetan Green Tara Statue
Located in Somis, CA
The rare rock crystal statue of the Tibetan Green Tara commands attention with its exquisite craftsmanship and spiritual presence. Seated in Lalitasana on a lotus throne with her pen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Rock Crystal
Mid-20th century old bronze Samantabhadra statue from Nepal - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The old bronze Samantabhadra statue from Nepal is a captivating and spiritually meaningful artifact. Crafted from bronze and adorned with fire gilding in 24-karat gold, this statue s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Antique Japanese Seated Ceramic Buddhist Monk Sculpture
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1517 Antique hand made and painted Japanese Buddhist monk
Category
1930s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Indian Bronze Figure of Baby Balakrishna
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique bronze figure of Baby Bala Krishna crawling figure holding the pearl of wisdom or butterball.
An Indian Bronze Figure of Balakrishna, the baby Krishna wearing chains around his waist and a necklace, his face with a humorous expression, holding a ball of butter in his right hand.
Antique Asian collectible cast bronze copper sculpture figurine of Hindu God Lord Krishna in a baby form.
19th century lost wax cast bronze Bala Krishna figure, India Avatar of Vishnu, the Bala Krishna form represents him as a baby.
Krishna is probably the most beloved avatar of god Vishnu and is widely worshipped all over India.
Crawling Krishna is a common subject, the craftsmanship and the elegance of proportions make this Vigraha an outstanding one.
Dimensions: Height: 3 inches Length: 2.50 inches Depth 2.50 inches.
From the Art collection of Marian and John Scott.
Acquisition date: 1986.
From the Art collection of Marian and John Scott who purchased this item from the amazing private collection of Mark Lissauer who spent his life collecting niche ethnographic pieces.
About Mark Lissauer:
Mark Lissauer spent forty years travelling abroad for months at a time collecting ethnographic artefacts primarily from New Guinea and the islands of the West Pacific, and from Asia and Himalayan countries. Fluent in five languages and having in the course of business travelled to more than forty countries, Mark is well-known to museums and art-collectors around the world for his long career and his interesting and diverse collection of rare ethnographic material.
Mark knows the origin and symbolism of each piece. Through extensive research and more than ninety trips around the globe, Mark familiarised himself with the traditions of the various cultures he visited in order to understand the meaning of each object to its region and tribe. His home has a specialist library and several rooms are filled with tribal carvings, textiles and ethnographica.
He acquired his first tribal piece in 1948 during a business trip to Milne Bay, New Guinea, and has since documented the acquisition of some 35,000 items. Several thousands of these have been sold to important private collections and museums worldwide, including the Rockefeller Museum, the British Museum and the Musée National des Arts d’Afrique et d’Océanie, now incorporated into the Louvre Museum.
Estimator certificate of authenticity by Wayne Heathcote Tribal Art Dealer and Expert.
Heathcote has a flash gallery in Brussels, where much of the tribal art business is centred, and is an expert at Sotheby's tribal art sale...
Category
1850s Indian Expressionist Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze, Copper
Mid 20th century large old lavastone Buddha statue in Dharmachakra mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The large old lavastone Buddha statue is a captivating embodiment of spiritual artistry, skillfully carved from the enduring lavastone material. Standing at an impressive height of 1...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lava
19th century antique wooden Temple panel in Shan (Tai Yai) style from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique wooden Temple panel originates from Burma and dates back to the 19th century. Crafted from wood, it showcases the Shan (Tai Yai) style...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
19th Century Oriental Wooden Toad Opium Incense Secret Box
Located in Lowestoft, GB
An unusual 19th century oriental wooden toad.
The carved amphibian crouching on a red wooden base, its body encrusted with warts the odd one is missing , a small red carved amphibian at its mouth.
The toad has a cavity in its back with sliding lid, a small square socket in the back of the neck, possibly an opium container...
Category
19th Century Japanese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Softwood
19th century Large Antique Burmese Throne from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : wood
201 cm high
128 cm wide and 92 cm deep
Gilded with 24 krt. gold
Mandalay style
19th century
Very special !
Can be shipped worldwide
Originating from Burma
Nr: 3688-18
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japan Complete Antique Five Bells Set Red Birds And Flowers, Beautiful Sound
Located in South Burlington, VT
Beautiful resonant chiming sound guaranteed to please you
From Japan, a lovely and unusual early 20th century attached collection of five graduated large to small scale bronze temple bells hand painted engraved with birds and flowers on a red patina ground- all suspended from a sturdy cord with a later added cinnabar round good luck ornament and tassel.
Early Taisho Period
Complete set bells when suspended top of loop to bottom of tassel/ornament, 36". Bell diameters from 3.25" to 6".
The delicate mystical birds and flowers and cloud like designswith a rim diaper pattern edge decoration suggest a joyful, spiritual and harmonious natural ambience. This is a handcrafted group is accompanied with a Japanese hardwood striker. These unusual hand painted bells with their fine old original and attractive patina make this special string of bells an unusual opportunity and deserving consideration for your special indoor, meditation or garden space.
The Clouds: "Kumo"- a decorative pattern -linked with the admiration for nature – with the classical meaning of clouds: hope, impermanence, omen, proximity to Gods.
Dimensions:
Largest bell 6 inches diameter and 3.5 inches high ; Smallest bell 3.25 inches diameter. and 2 inches high
Provenance: The bells come from an old Asian collection...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Chinese White and Russet Jade Leaping Carp Carving Qing Dynasty.
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinse white and russett jade carving of leaping carp, surrounded by waves,
chilong and flaming pearl. Early Qing dynasty.
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Tibetan Antique Bronze Tantric Manjusri Bodhisattva Statue
Located in Pomona, CA
Manjushri is the Bodhisattva of keen awareness in Buddhism. A disciple of the historical Buddha Shakyamuni, he represents wisdom, intelligence and realization, and is one of the most popular Bodhisattvas following Avalokitesvara. Look at this statue, it shows very detailed bronze carving works on it. You can see from the pictures that they are in many years history with some age wears. Now you can have them on your collection shelf. They are not only a great adornment but also a wonderful gift!
Size: 11.25in H x 9.5in W x 5in D
Origin: Tibet
Circa: 1900 - 1940
Material: Bronze
Condition: Original condition, hand made, normal age wear.
Disclaimer: Due to differences in monitor/screen settings, product colors may differ slightly between product photos...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this artist-made koi is a traditional symbol of harmony and wealth. For Buddhists, such a fish represents a freedom from all restraints. The scales ...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Pine
Japanese Pair Old Gilt Pheasant Bird Lanterns And Censers, Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Beautiful pair (2) old vintage gilt pheasant bird lanterns and censers, signed.
From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition with origina...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
19th century Very special marble Burmese Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique Very special marble Burmese Buddha statue
is a magnificent. Crafted from marble, it stands at an impressive height of 77 cm and has dimensions of 48 cm in width and 33 ...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
High Quality Nepali Bronze Buddha Statue from Nepal
Located in Antwerp, BE
20th century gold gilded bronze Buddha/Bodhisattva.
A finely cast bronze Buddha statue in gold gilt with modeled and incised floral motifs. Superb...
Category
20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Middle 20th century large old lavastone Buddha statue in Dharmachakra mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This large lavastone Buddha statue is a remarkable piece of art and spirituality. Crafted from lavastone, it stands at an impressive height of 109 cm, with dimensions of 83 cm in wid...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lava
Newly made Nepali gold-face Samantabhadra statue - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The old bronze Samantabhadra statue from Nepal is a captivating and spiritually meaningful artifact. Crafted from bronze and adorned with fire gilding in 24-karat gold, this statue s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Phoenix Bird and Dragon Box
Located in New York, NY
A black and off-white Chinese phoenix bird and dragon decorative plastic box with lid, circa 20th century, China.
Box measures: 4.25" D x 8.25" ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Plastic
Vintage Mounted Bronze Buddha Head
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Small antique bronze bust of Buddha head on solid wood base. The head is heavily distressed and patinated showing significant age; rear of the head has some minor losses but nothing ...
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Antique Chinese Hetain White-Yellowish Jade "Cicada" 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A nice hand-carved antique, Chinese Hetain White-Yellowish Jade "Cicada" from the 19th Century.
The color is presented in white-yellowish and the context of the body is very pure and...
Category
19th Century Chinese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
19th century antique wooden Burmese Mandalay Buddha - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The antique wooden Burmese Mandalay Buddha is a truly exquisite and spiritually significant artifact originating from Burma. Crafted from wood, this Buddha statue stands at 57 cm in ...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Martin Brothers Musician Imp
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
5463
Robert Wallace Martin for the Martin Brothers, a stoneware Musician Imp modelled as a Cellist on a later wooden plinth.
Illustrated in Haslem’s Book “The Martin Brothers Potters...
Category
Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stoneware
Large Chinese Nephrite Jade Stone Sculpture Hand Carved Fine Art Dragons Statue
Located in Greer, SC
Stunning large Chinese hand carved genuine jade sculpture (tested as nephrite jade) depicting dragons and koi fish. The original owner provided details that this sculpture was create...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Antique Large Chinese Carved Agate Animal Group #1, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A fine and beautiful Carved Agate Animal Group depicts trees, a Tiger, and a Baffulor resting on a fitted wooden base. A large and heavy piece.
Dimension: 4.5" W x 4.25" Dx 2.5" H (4...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Agate
Rare Old Chinese Watch Tower Garden Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent garden Acquisitions,
Rare issue
This handsome quality tall Chinese export pagoda top "Watch Tower" hand cast and hand painted lante...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Japanese Pair Wabi Sabi Cedar Wood Sculptures
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1496 Pair Wabi Sabi Cedar wood sculptures
Category
1940s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood
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...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Pottery
Fine Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, Mid-20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The finely detailed Chinese soapstone carving from the 20th century portrays a picturesque mountain village nestled in a serene landscape. Crafted with exquisite precision, the carvi...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
Door knob solid brass model "Milà no.1" Antoni Gaudi Spanish modernism design
By Antoni Gaudí
Located in Barcelona, ES
Solid cast brass with polished finish.
A company that has always attributed such great importance to the author of the designs could never forget the great figures in history. That is why the BD catalogue of contemporary creations has always included those by admired classical masters. Antoni Gaudí (1852/1926) is, without doubt, the most internationally well-known Spanish architect. But is not only his buildings and brilliant architectural solutions that have travelled the globe. His integrated conception of architecture led him to pay attention, not only to structural calculations, but also to all the decorative elements, including furniture, that would form part of the building. The admiration felt by modern designers for the furniture designed by Gaudí has not gone unnoticed by BD which was the first company to rescue them from history by embarking on their serial production using...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass
Vintage Regency Brass Gladiator Helmet
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Coastal gladiator helmet. A chic little treasure in polished brass. Perfect for your coffee table, etagere or desk. You decide! Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Mid-20th Century Regency Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass
Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, Mid-20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The Chinese yellow soapstone carving from the mid-20th century is depicting a village scene, is a stunning piece of art with intricate details and cultural significance. Yellow soaps...
Category
20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
Chinese Export Porcelain Miniature Elephant Figurine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Chinese Export porcelain figurine.
In the form of a recumbent elephant resting atop an oval shaped plinth with a flower design on...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
19th century antique wooden Burmese Buddha temple - Original Buddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This 19th-century wooden Burmese Buddha temple is a stunning testament to the rich spiritual and artistic heritage of Burma. Crafted from wood and standing at a height of 73.5 cm, wi...
Category
19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
19th century antique bronze Burmese Mandalay Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The antique bronze Burmese Mandalay Buddha is a captivating and sacred artifact originating from Burma. Crafted from bronze and gilded with 24-karat gold, this Buddha statue stands a...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Granite Buddha Head, Early 1900's, Northern India
Located in Nantucket, MA
A lovely, peaceful granite Buddha head on wooden base, early 1900's, Utttar Pradesh, Northern India. The hand-carved features include the typical snail-...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Granite
Set of Two Tibetan Tsa Tsa
Located in Chicago, IL
This stack of two molded ceramic tsa tsa bricks depict Buddhist deities. Each was a meditation created in a monastery by a Buddhist monk in training. They were...
Category
Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Steel
Japan Antique Cast Pair Garden Ducks, Beautiful Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
A fine pair (2) of large scale Japanese hand-cast garden geese or ducks with knob heads, ebony and green colored surfaces, and highly detailed plumage, heads, tails, webbed feet, and...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
19th century antique bronze Nepali Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The antique bronze Nepali Buddha statue is a captivating and spiritually significant artifact originating from Nepal. Crafted from bronze and adorned with fire gilding in 24-karat go...
Category
19th Century Nepalese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Rose Quartz Hotei Buddha Statue & Stand 1910
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique Chinese Qing dynasty carved rose quartz buddha/hotei figure on a carved rosewood stand, circa 1910.
The figure modeled as a buddhistic recumbent figure, the figure is ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Rose Quartz, Rosewood
Vintage Boho Carved Hand Catchall
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho wood hand. A chic carved creation with lots of surface detail. Perfect as is or pill the center with your treasured objects. A really beautiful piece. Acquire...
Category
Late 20th Century American Bohemian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique bronze Thai Monk statue - Originalbuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
A Beautiful Antique bronze Thai Monk statue
Material : bronze
37,5 cm high
30 cm wide and 17,3 cm deep
Gilded with 24 krt. gold
Dhyana mudra
19th century
Wei...
Category
19th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Asian Showa Period Bronze Koi Carp Fish Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful Japanese bronze koi fish sculpture with wonderful mesh craftsmanship and a glowing patina.
This piece may have initially been made to u...
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Rare Original Old Blue Hand Painted Cricket Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
First we've seen
A great multi legged "cricket" lighting lantern- first we've seen this style.
This handsome Japanese hand painted quality lantern is a special find and an authent...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Antique Chinese Hetain White /C Carved Jade Pendant 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A nice hand-carved antique, Chinese Hetain Carved White/Celadon Jade Pendant with 2 sets of wishful characters on both sides, Jixang (Fortube) an...
Category
19th Century Chinese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
19th century Antique wooden Burmese Lotus Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue is a remarkable piece of art and spirituality. Crafted from wood, it stands at a height of 13.6 cm, with dimensions of 8 cm in width and 5 c...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique Chinese Hetain Celedon Jade "Belt Buckles" 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese Hetain Celedon Jade "2 Part Belt Buckle" has a delicate carved dragon on each buckle from the 19th Century.
The color is presented in celedon and the context of the b...
Category
19th Century Chinese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Antique Hand-Carved Cash Coin Garden Stone, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
Unique garden accents
This delightful round hand-carved stone in the form of an old "cash coin" with its square hole and dates to the 19th century. This was likely a mill stone for ...
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Limestone
Antique Indian Bronze Parrot Figure oil Lamp Rajasthan 19th Century
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Indian Bronze Parrot Figure oil Lamp Rajasthan, Bronze Hamsa Lamp Finial, North India, 19th Century of before.
The engraved scrolling decoration on this antique oil container...
Category
Early 19th Century Indian Islamic Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Antique Wood Carving Raccoon Dog 1900s-1940s / Object Mingei Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old raccoon dog wood carving made in Japan.
This wood carving was made in the early Showa period (1900s to 1940s).
It is carved from a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Cedar
Andrianna Shamaris Rare Ancient Wood Torso
Located in New York, NY
Impressive century year old wood with incredible patina and character is set on a minimalist black steel base. This beautiful single piece of wood has been hand carved whilst respect...
Category
Early 1900s Tribal Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal, Steel
Chinese White Jade Bamboo Form Vase, 19th century
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinese white jade carved vase in the form of the bamboo tree with leafs and trunk. Late 19th century.
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Early 20th Century Large Chinese Bronze Censer Incense Burner
Located in Stamford, CT
Early 20th Century large bronze censer on three legs with a foo dog sitting on top and Chinese dragons on each side. Censers also known as incense burners, have a long history in Chi...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Thai 1900s Gilt and Polychrome Hand Carved Sculpture of Seated Buddhist Monk
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Thai religious hand carved wooden statue of a seated Buddhist monk with polychrome and gilded accents from the early 20th century. This early 20th-century Thai statue...
Category
Early 20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Glass, Giltwood
Asian Sculptures and Carvings for Your Home Decor
Asian sculptors have worked in materials including wood, bronze and jade. Artists and artisans have used traditional techniques to depict deities, scenes from culture and more, and today, antique Asian sculptures and carvings are a popular choice for provocative and sophisticated home decor.
In China, the Qing dynasty, from the mid-17th century to the early 20th century, brought about significant changes in art while preserving traditional culture. Many emperors during this period were patrons of the arts, such as painting, calligraphy and decorative arts. This era saw the building of new Buddhist temples, which were decorated with statues. Some of these sculptures were adorned with colorful cloisonné decoration, in which tiny compartments, or cloisons, made by soldering copper filaments to a metal surface were filled with vibrantly hued enamel.
From the 17th to mid-19th century in Japan, kimonos were worn across classes and often fastened with a netsuke, a type of small carved toggle. Artists carved these from ivory, wood, shells and coral, creating animals, flowers and mythical creatures. During the Japanese Meiji period, spanning from 1868–1912, the country began trading internationally after centuries of isolation, allowing artists to sell their work overseas. Bronze sculpture flourished around this time for creating teapots, vases and incense burners.
Asian sculpture continued to evolve in the 20th century. During the Japanese Shōwa era, from 1926–89, art was influenced by international modernist movements like abstraction, Futurism and Surrealism. Contemporary Asian sculptures and carvings continue to combine global influences and a rich heritage of technique.
Decorating a space with Asian sculptures and carvings is a great way to add interest to any corner of your home. Explore by material, period or style on 1stDibs.
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