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Sculptures and Carvings For Sale
Period: 18th Century
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18th Century Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze 45 cm high 22 cm wide Weight: 8 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Ava style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 18th century Very special !  
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

18th Century Bronze Ava Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze 42,5 cm high 20,5 cm wide Weight: 5.605 kgs Ava style Varada mudra Originating from Burma 18th century Very high quality !.
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Antique Wooden Shan Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: wood Measures: 37 cm high 19 cm wide and 9 cm deep Weight: 1.235 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Shan (Tai Yai) style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 18th c...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Special Antique Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze 48,5 cm high 22 cm wide and 15,5 cm deep Weight: 5.632 kgs With light traces of 24 krt. gilding Ava style Varada mudra Originating from Burma 16th Century ...
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16th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Chinese Pottery Ceramic Glazed Mud Figure of Court Lady Tang Dynasty with Stand
Located in Studio City, CA
Simply gorgeous and so delicately and beautifully made. This work has been molded in a whitish, dense terracotta, typical of the region of the capital of Luoyang, and then lightly glazed. We are not sure how to date this work. We believe, based on comparisons, that this piece could date as far back as the Tang dynasty (though we are not experts and have not had this verified by one. Again, this is not our area of expertise). The white terracotta and glaze appear correct as does the figures stately pose and elaborate hairstyle which was a characteristic feature of Tang pottery women. The people of ancient China believed that some part of the essence and life force of a human being was contained in the hair. Much time and effort went into this to create elaborate coiffures that the woman proudly displayed when in public. The Tang dynasty is also the only period in Chinese History to have known a female sovereign, The Empress Wu Zetian (625-706). Comes with Lucite display stand...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery, Terracotta

Tibetan Ceremonial Sash with Thirteen Ornamental Bronze Heads, 18th Century
Located in Studio City, CA
A spectacular and truly unique work made from embroidered fabric with 13 ornamental metal (likely copper) heads representing various Tibetan figures attached (these heads appear to be from the khatvanga ritual staff - the Buddhist ceremonial staff...
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18th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

A large wood Buddha/Guanyin with traces of pigments Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
Located in Vienna, AT
A LARGE WOOD FIGURE OF GUANYIN WITH TRACES OF PIGMENTS MING DYNASTY (1368-1644) The bodhisattva is shown seated in padmasana, wearing long flowing ro...
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Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Hardwood

Ming Dynasty, Antique Chinese Painted Pottery Immortal
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Chinese painted pottery immortal. Age: China, Ming Dynasty, A.D. 1368 - 1644 Size: Height 23 C.M. / Width 11.9 C.M. / Depth 8.5 C.M. Condi...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

Japanese Carved Wood Architectural Wood Panel 18th Century
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Japanese 18th century carved wood architectural panel.
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Late 18th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Hardwood

Sandstone Carving of Two Demons Riding an Elephant, Burma 15-16'th Ctr
Located in Kastrup, DK
500-600 Year old sandstone carving. The sculpture is depicting 'Two demons riding an elephant at the pagoda'. From Buddha pagoda / temple in Arakan, Burma. Naive and charming in it...
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15th Century and Earlier Burmese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Sandstone

Pair of Chinese foo dogs
Located in Cheltenham, GB
We are delighted to present an extraordinary and exceptionally rare pair of 18th Century Chinese Dogs of Foo. These remarkable sculptures are meticulously ...
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Ming Dynasty Bronze Nanhai Guanyin, 16th/17th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A decidingly charming Chinese polychromed and gilt cast bronze figure of Nanhai Guanyin, Guanyin of the South Sea, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th century, China. Guanyin, the bodhisattva of compassion, is portrayed here as a beatific figure seated upon a raised lotus pedestal over waves. Guanyin is dressed in heavy robes, and wears an elaborate headdress. The small figure of Amitabha Buddha in the headdress positively identifies this figure as Guanyin. Guanyin rests one hand in his lap, holding a cup of pure water said to be able to alleviate all suffering. His other hand is raised, holding a willow branch which is used to sprinkle the healing waters. The two lotus blossoms to either side of Guanyin would originally have supported figures of the acolytes...
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Early 1600s Chinese Ming Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Age: Burma, Shan Period, 17th Century Size: Height 25.8 C.M. / Width 12.1 C.M. / Thick...
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17th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Large Tang Dynasty Prancing Horse with Oxford TL Test
Located in Atlanta, GA
This spirited Tang Dynasty (618–907 AD) prancing horse is handsomely model with one foreleg raised, it’s mane swept to one side, expressive pricked ears, flared nostrils and open mou...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic, Terracotta

17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Age: Burma, Shan Period, 17th century Size: Heig...
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17th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Tang Dynasty, Antique Chinese Pottery Standing Court Man
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Chinese pottery standing court man wearing hat and tunic. Age: China, Tang Dynasty, A.D. 618 - 907 Size: Height 22 - 22.2 C.M. / Width 6.1 - 6.2 C.M. ...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

Superb 15/16th C Northern Thai Bronze Buddha, 8491
Located in Ukiah, CA
Superb 15/16thC Northern Thai bronze Buddha on custom base. This piece measures 5.5" tall and 6.75" on its custom base. Exquisite face, strong spiritual feel-almost glows. Very hard ...
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16th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Han Dynasty, a Set of Antique Chinese Pottery Stove
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A set of Chinese pottery stove. Age: Chinese, Han Dynasty, B.C. 206 - A.D. 220 Size: height 18.5 cm / width 9.8 cm / length 19.4 cm. Condition: Well-preserved old burial condition o...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

Khmer Buddha Naga Art, Bronze, Angkor Period, 12 Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Bronze Buddha wearing the monastic garment. It sits on the coiled naga whose body forms the three spirals. The seven heads of the serpent form a canopy to protect Buddha during medit...
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15th Century and Earlier Cambodian Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

18thc Large Antique Solid Cast South Indian Female Deity, Uma 9668
Located in Ukiah, CA
Large antique solid cast South Indian female deity covered with well incised elaborate design. Stands 8.5 inches tall, bottom diameter is 4.5 inches. Heavy. Big beautiful smile. Good...
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18th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

18th Century, Shan, Antique Tai Lue Burmese Wooden Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Tai Lue Burmese wooden Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Tai Lue is a tribal people living in Burma, it is difficult to find Buddha f...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

16th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Age: Burma, Shan Period, 16th Century Size: Height 16.3 C.M. / Width 8.6 C.M. Conditio...
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15th Century and Earlier Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Small Thai Chiang Saen Bronze Head of the Buddha, 16th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A small and charming fragmentary cast bronze Buddha head with traces of gilding and lacquer, Lan Na Kingdom, Chiang Saen style, 16th century, Thailand. ...
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16th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Antique Lopburi Buddha Statue from Thailand
Located in Atlanta, GA
The Buddha statue was made from a copper alloy in a standing position with hands in double Abhaya mudra. This mudra symbolizes the act of dispelling fear in the face of adversity. In Laos and Thailand where this mudra are used as one of the most iconic gestures, with its origin was pre-Buddhism era, when it was a symbol of good intentions and friendship when approaching strangers. In contrast to Indian iconography, it was often shown with both hands raised to the level of the shoulder in Southeast Asia. The statue was made in the classic Lopburi style, which historically was heavily influenced by Khmer art...
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Late 18th Century Thai Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

18th Century Japanese Hand-Carved Fully Blossomed Chrysanthemum Flower Figurine
Located in North Miami, FL
18th Century Japanese hand-carved fully blossomed chrysanthemum flower figurine made of white bone with branch and leaves painted. The flower is placed inside its original glass and ...
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bone

Small Burmese Shan Tai Yai Bronze Buddha, 18th Century, Burma
Located in Austin, TX
A decidedly charming small cast bronze figure of the Buddha, 18th century, Shan Tai Yai peoples, Burma (Myanmar). The small image of the Buddha is portraye...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

18th Century, Shan, Antique Tai Lue Burmese Wooden Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Tai Lue Burmese wooden Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Tai Lue is a tribal people living in Burma, it is difficult to find Buddha f...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

778 India Carved Wood of Shakti Goddess
Located in New York, NY
Medieval – Ca. 8th to 12th Century 21.50” high x 7 1/7” wide Weight: 4 lb an extremely rare Medieval India carved wood of Shakti Goddess of power and energy, wearing her classical crown and jewelry. Shakti refers to the manifestations of this energy, Shakt embodies the creative and auspicious powers, such as nature, the elements, music, art, dance, and prosperity. Shakti may be personified as the gentle and benevolent Uma, consort of Shiva, or Kali, the terrifying force destroying evil, or Durga, the warrior who conquers forces that threaten the stability of the universe. Goddess worshippers often view their deity as the all-powerful Supreme Being...
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15th Century and Earlier Indian Medieval Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

18th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Crowned Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese wooden seated crowned Buddha, or sometimes known as 'King Buddha', wearing diadem-crowns and ornaments of kings instead of ordinary monk's robes. Age: Burma, Shan Period, ...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Han Dynasty, Antique Chinese Pottery Attendant Figurine
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Chinese pottery attendant figurine. Age: China, Han Dynasty, 206 B.C. - A.D. 220 Size: Height 22 C.M. / Width 12 C.M. Condition: Well-preserved old burial condition overall. 100% s...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

Bronze Head of the Buddha, 17th Century, Thailand
Located in Stamford, CT
A Thai bronze head of Buddha, Sukothai period, late 16th-early 17th century. His face with serene expression, arched eyebrows above incised eyes and l...
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Early 17th Century Thai Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Andrianna Shamaris Petrified Wood Slab
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful petrified wood black and white toned slab. This can also be used to elevate a wooden side table by placing it on top. As with a diamo...
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15th Century and Earlier Organic Modern Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Petrified Wood, Wood, Reclaimed Wood

18th Century, Shan, Antique Tai Yai Burmese Wooden Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Tai Yai Burmese wooden Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base, with gilded gold. Tai Yai is a group of tribal people l...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Song Dynasty, a Pair of Antique Chinese Pottery Brick Tile with Tomb Guardian
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of Chinese pottery brick tile with tomb guardian. Age: China, Song Dynasty, 10th - 12th Century Size: Height 19.8 C.M. / Width 16.9 - 17.7 C....
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian
Located in South Burlington, VT
A Chinese hand carved and hand painted wooden effigy of a fantastic Bixie dating to before Song dynasty 1279 AD. Please enjoy the beautiful remnants of its aged original swirling painted surfaces. It has been traditionally carved and assembled in three sections. The tail may be a later replacement. Period: Song dynasty Dimensions: 6 inches high and 15 inches wide About Bixie The “bixie” is a mythological creature commonly thought to be able to ward off evil forces with its magical powers. In fact, its name means “to ward off evil” in Chinese. In the Han dynasty, “bixie” were commonly represented as winged, four-legged beasts, a form that was probably transmitted from Western Asia. Provenance: This is from a private collection and were acquired by us along with a larger wooden horse...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Chinese Carved Bamboo Brush Pot, 18th/Early 19th Century with Wood Stand
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese Carved Bamboo Brush Pot from 18th to the early 19th Century with wood stand. An amazing sophisticated design a...
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18th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bamboo

17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Age: Burma, Shan Period, 17th Century Size: Height ...
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17th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Song Dynasty, Antique Chinese Pottery Brick Tile with Musician Flute Player
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Chinese pottery brick tile with musician flute player. Age: China, Song Dynasty, 10th - 12th Century Size of brick tile only: Height 31.6 C.M. / Width 18.8...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

Bronze Siamese Asian Buddha Antiquity Hand Sculpture Fragment, 15th-16th Century
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful and very special piece. This bronze buddha hand sculpture, perhaps a fragment of a larger piece at one time, originally came from the prestigious Doris Wiener Gallery ...
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16th Century Asian Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese 14/15thC Wood "Baby Buddha" Pointing Toward Heaven and Earth, 5561
Located in Ukiah, CA
This is an extraordinary and very early "baby Buddha" pointing toward heaven and earth as witness to his birth. In amazing condition for 600+-year-old wood...
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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Pair Large Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed and Painted Pottery Figures, 16th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A striking pair of large Chinese glazed and painted pottery figures, Ming Dynasty (1368 to 1644), circa 16th century, China. The impressive and realistically modeled figures each portrayed standing upright upon a sancai (three color) glazed pedestal of kang table form. The man is dressed in a short black surcoat over a long robe and pants, a smart cap upon his head. His face is warm and welcoming, with wide eyes and a slight smile on his lips. He holds his hands out in front of him, palms up, almost as if shrugging, though presumably originally holding an object or offering, now lost. The woman of slightly smaller stature, and dressed in a longer surcoat over a long robe and skirt. She wears a fitted cap upon her head. Her hands also held out in front, grasping long lost objects. Her face is slightly more severe, with a somewhat pinched look, and slight frown upon her lips. The size of these figures is remarkable, as is the realism and attention to detail, almost as if they were modeled after real people, as opposed to the more common and generic Ming Dynasty pottery...
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16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

Chinese Qing Dynasty Bronze Statue of Seated Happy Maitreya Buddha
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Chinese Qing Dynasty Bronze Statue of Seated Happy Maitreya Buddha. A Chinese bronze statue from the late 18th century Qing Dynasty period is ca...
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Extraordinary 18C Indian Bronze Goddess-Originally Part of Large Oil Lamp, 9721
Located in Ukiah, CA
Extraordinary solid cast Indian bronze goddess. Head to toe, the height is 9.25. Atop the custom base, the total height is 14 1/8". Very well sculpted and crisply cast. The custom st...
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Late 18th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Chinese Ming Dynasty Terracotta Official Statuette with Original Polychromy
Located in Yonkers, NY
A petite Chinese Ming dynasty green glazed terracotta court official figurine from the 15th or 16th century, with original polychromy. Attracting our eye with its nice polychromy, th...
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16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Terracotta

2nd Century Indian Red Sandstone Fragment of a Woman
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a stunning little piece of Southeast Asian Indian Antiquity, namely, a Double-sided 2nd Century Red Sandstone Fragment of a Woman. From India, Uttar Pradesh, Mathura. This piece has impeccable Provenance ! It was purchased by a Private Dallas Collector at Christie’s New York Auction on 31st March 2005. Sale Number 1492, Lot No. 43. Christie’s operate a twice yearly auction of Southeast Asian Art & Antiquities in New York in the months of March and September. The sculpture was described as “Property of a European Estate. A Double-sided Red Sandstone Fragment of a Woman. India, Uttar Pradesh, Mathura, Circa 2nd Century.” “Both sides similarly depicting the lower body with a flared sash at left and remains of chained belt: marked with an accession number 1931 on reverse. 8 in (29.2 cm.) high” Provenance: Collection of Prince and Princess Aschwin zur Lippe-Biesterfeld, acquired on 1958?. It carried an Auction estimate of USD 3,000 to USD 5,000 and Sold for USD 2,880 (not including Buyers Premium). Allowing for inflation alone this would be over $6,300 in today’s value. It has substantially increased in value over the years as a RARE piece from a prestigious Collection and a RARE piece of antique Asian antiquity...
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15th Century and Earlier Indian Medieval Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Sandstone

Indian Bronze Buddha in a Classic Form, 7605
Located in Ukiah, CA
Very beautiful Indian bronze Buddha in a classic form that goes back a thousand years, this one is t least 18/19th, and likely earlier. 6.25 inches tall, height on custom stand is 8....
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Late 18th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Chinese Qing Dynasty Lacquered Wood Guanyin, 18th Century, Southern China
Located in Austin, TX
A Chinese early Qing Dynasty carved and lacquered wood figure of Guanyin, Southern China, 17th/18th century. Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion and Mercy, is portrayed seated in dhyanasana, one hand raised in viktara mudra, the gesture of teaching and discourse. The great bodhisattva is dressed in heavy, loose robes tied at the chest, with a mantle draped over his shoulders. He looks serenely outwards from heavily lidded eyes. Guanyin's face carved beautifully with somewhat feminine features. A large five pointed crown sits upon his head. The larger leaves of the crown carved with indistinct images of the Buddha. The statue was originally fully lacquered in the deep red gilt lacquer typical of Southern Chinese Buddhist sculpture...
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Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Wood Carved Polychrome Sculpture of a Seated Temple Monk, Edo Period
Located in Studio City, CA
This is truly a wonderful piece with clear age and a nice patina to it. Very unique. We have not seen another quite like it. The monk appears to have glass eyes which gives his expression a very humanistic feel. The head is removable (please see the last image). From a collection of Japanese arts and artifacts. Most likely dates back to the Edo period. Would make for a nice addition to any Japanese or Asian artifacts...
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Lacquer

15th Century Lao Buddha in the a Delightful Lanna/Laos Folk Style, 7590
Located in Ukiah, CA
15th century Lao Buddha in the a delightful Lanna/Laos folk style. Loss of original base and finial plus one ear mostly replaced. Large at 15 inches tall, 1...
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15th Century and Earlier Laotian Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Song Dynasty, A Pair of Antique Chinese Pottery Brick Tile with Musician
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of Chinese pottery brick tile with musician. Age: China, Song Dynasty, 10th - 12th Century Size: Height 30.2 - 30.8 C.M. / Width 18.3 - 19.2 C.M. Si...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

Ancient Polished Sandstone Lingam, Khmer, 12th-13th C., Angkor Period
Located in New York, NY
An Ancient Polished Sandstone lingam stone with an octagonal shaft which Rises from a Square Base, Khmer Period, 12-13th Century, Angkor Period. A fan...
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15th Century and Earlier Cambodian Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Sandstone

Tang Dynasty Painted Terracotta Sculpture of a Lokapala
Located in Dallas, TX
Tang Dynasty terracotta Pottery Tomb figure of the Lokapala Warrier Deity. Figure molded wearing heavy armor, standing in a dynamic pose with left arm raised in a threatening gesture...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Terracotta

Saraswati Hindu Goddess Sandstone Statue
Located in Kastrup, DK
Rare 500-600 year old sandstone relief statue of Saraswati, the goddess of speech, arts, music, knowledge and mind power. Original in three parts mou...
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16th Century Burmese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Sandstone

18th Century, Mon, Antique Burmese Soapstone Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese soapstone Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Age: Burma, Mon Period, 18th century Size: Heigh...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

18th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Wooden Top of The Buddha's Head
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese wooden top of the Buddha's head, with gilded gold. Age: Burma, Shan Period, 18th Century Size: Height 40.4 C.M. / Width 8.5 C.M. Size including stand: Height 55 C.M. Co...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

16thC Northern Thai Bronze Buddha, Very Finely Cast and Sculpted, 7920
Located in Ukiah, CA
With the very best sculpting and casting of its kind- I present this 16thC Northern Thai Bronze Buddha. Deeply serene face. Nice size at 10 1/8 inches tall, 12 1/8 inches on a custom...
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16th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Pair of Hand-Carved Wooden Gujarati Chariot Angels from 18th/19th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Pair of hand-carved wooden Chariot Angels from Gujarat, Rajasthan, 18th/19th century. Original polychrome colors. Topped with a tall headdress, the winged angels are depicted w...
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Late 18th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Burmese 18th Century Cast Bronze Buddhist Temple Bell Bracket with Elephant
Located in Yonkers, NY
A one of a kind bronze Burmese temple bell bracket top from the 18th century or earlier depicting an elephant standing above celestial beings. Crea...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

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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