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Special original teak wooden temple house - Gazebo
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Special original teak wooden temple house - Gazebo Material : wood 525 cm high Sizes of the platform: 294 cm wide and 215 cm deep Maximum sizes (at the widest point of the roof) is 4...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Teak

Chinese Extraordinary Natural Stone "Painting" Restless Ocean Waters
Located in South Burlington, VT
Extraordinary natural work, one of a kind. Custom framed, D38 This Chinese extraordinary round natural stone "painting" of churning sea waves -restless ocean waters- as far as the ...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

Hand Painted Folk Art Table Lamp, Eva Fritz-Lindner Masterwork , One of a Kind
Located in South Burlington, VT
A stunning yet whimsical and unique Eva Fritz-Lindner hand painted Folk Art table lamp complete with new custom fitted linen shade. Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your home or office, or make a charming gift to someone special. This is a unique hand painted pottery table lamp fitted with a beautiful rectangular linen shade. It is hand painted in lovely cobalt blue and cream colors designed and hand painted by the now deceased master artisan Eva Fritz-Lindner working at Staatliche Majolika-Manufaktur Karlsruhe over the past 50 years. Creative design, lovely vivid colors in cobalt blue and creams over a natural terra cotta pottery base , good opportunity to display a functional one of a kind work of art. Glaze: Fine colors that only Eva Fritz-Lindner could execute by hand Designer signature: signature i 3 on pottery base It would surely "pop" out and create pleasant conversation in splendid fashion in your favorite spot! Dimensions: table lamp with shade 33.5 inches high; shade only is 11.5 inches high x 18 inches wide and 11 inches deep. hand painted pottry base is 21 inches high and 8.5 inches diameter at mid section. We have installed this sculptural lamp with a 72 inch cord - all mounted on a handsome round hardwood stand. Quality: Very good Only one. Most of her larger pottery sculptures such as this, were likely produced in less than 25 copies Based upon research and all were hand painted individually by this artist ensuring each work of art was indeed unique. Provenance: pottery lamp base...
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20th Century German Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Bronze Okimono of a Carp, Taisho Period, Early 20th Century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
An elegant Japanese cast bronze okimono of a swimming carp, Taisho Period (1912 - 1926), early 20th century, Japan. The graceful fish portrayed realistically in motion, as if swimmi...
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1920s Japanese Taisho Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Chinese Extraordinary Natural Stone "Painting" Glacier Park
Located in South Burlington, VT
Extraordinary natural work, one of a kind. Custom framed, D8 This Chinese extraordinary natural stone "painting" of a seemingly white glacial expanse could remind us of a similar and unique visual experience in our lives. The powerful and colorful depiction is executed in natural white, dark green- almost black, cream and yellow (limonite mineral) colors. This is called a dream stone Shih-hua. They are cut from historic Dali marble...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

Life-Size Roman Style Patinated Fiberglass Torso, after the Antique 1960
Located in Long Island City, NY
A modern life-size Roman style fiberglass torso, after the antique, mounted on a metal post and stand, circa 1960. Made of rusted-color patinated fib...
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20th Century Unknown Sculptures and Carvings

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Fiberglass

Antique Large Chinese Hetian white Celadon Jade Buckle, Qing Dynasty
Located in Norton, MA
A large Chinese carved Hetian White Celedon jade buckle, a beast head with two monkeys on the lower part and two peaches in the middle, depicting the meani...
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone, Jade

Chinese Carved Boxwood Figure of Guanyin, Mid-Qing Dynasty
Located in Austin, TX
A sublime Chinese carved boxwood figure of the Bodhisattva of Compassion, Avalokiteshvara, called Guanyin in Chinese, mid-Qing dynasty. The an...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Boxwood

Mid 20th Century Chinese Wooden Carved Pagoda/Nine Dragons Wall
Located in Pomona, CA
The original Nine Dragon Wall was built during the reconstruction of Ningshou Palace in 1772. It is 29.4 meters long, 3.5 meters high and 0.45 meters thick. It is a single-sided glaz...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Hardwood

Antique Wooden Sculpture "Kobo Daishi" / Buddha Statues / Edo-Meiji Period
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese "Kobo Daishi" wooden figure. "Kobo Daishi" means "Kukai". "Kukai" was a monk from the early Heian period. His posthumous name was "Kobo Daishi". He is the fou...
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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Cypress

Set of Five Korean Wood Print Blocks Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of five carved wood print blocks from Korea circa 1900s (late Joseon to early Korean Empire period). Constructed and hand-chiseled from hardwood, the printing blocks were finel...
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Early 20th Century Korean Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

One Venini Alphabet Letters "Neon" Massimo Vignelli Design Years 1984
Located in Biella, IT
Venini Italy alphabet letters "neon" by Massimo Vignelli every letter in original lether bag, hand bent letters in transparent rods with colored c...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Art Glass

Two Antique Indian Papier-Mâché Hand Painted Face Masks Depicting Brides
Located in Yonkers, NY
Two antique Indian papier-mâché hand painted face masks from the early 20th century, depicting Indian brides. They are priced and sold individually. Featuring a polychrome finish made of ocher, red and black tones, each of these face masks depicts an Indian bride. Touching us with the simplicity of their execution, they showcase traditional red jewels adorning the brides' foreheads and curly strings of hair on the cheeks. The eyebrows, mouths and noses are represented in an archaic manner that gives great presence to the ensemble. With their fascinating décor and small proportions, these Indian papier-mâché face...
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Early 20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Other

Antique Asian Cast Bronze Buddha Head Fragment Bust Sculpture Thai, 18th Century
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Antique Asian and extremely detailed cast bronze fragment of the head of Buddha, dating from the 18 century and presumably having Thai or Tibetan origins. The sculpture fragment is s...
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18th Century Thai Tibetan Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Rare Edo Period traditional Dojin-yaki finely Carved Monkey Figurine
Located in Fukuoka, JP
This exceptional Edo-period sculpture depicts a seated monkey in an incredibly lifelike manner, with finely carved details and expressive features. Made using traditional Dojin-yaki ...
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Clay

Rare Chinese Kun Scholar Stone on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
This sublime Chinese scholar stone was collected from the Jade Peaks in the Kun Mountains, Jiangsu Province. Known sometimes as "the magic stone" in China due to its unique formation...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Late 19th Century Chinese Gold Fleck Cast Bronze Figure of Buddha
Located in Hudson, NY
This work cast in bronze with a gold fleck finish to the clothing was made in the last quarter of the 19th century. The patina and color of the figure has lovely rub through and sits...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Antique Edo Signed Wood Noh Theater Mask Ko-Omote 17th-18th Century
Located in Studio City, CA
A truly beautiful, wonderfully aged, alluring mask made for Japanese Noh theater. The naturally faded beauty and unique character drew us to this mask immediately. The mask is hand...
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Lacquer, Paint

Collection of Japanese and Chinese Masks
Located in Atlanta, GA
Collection of eight Japanese and Chinese masks, circa 1950s or earlier. These were recently purchased from the Manhattan estate of a Japanese man who travel...
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1950s Japanese Chinoiserie Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

Tall Carved Wood and Gilt Standing Serene Temple Shrine Thai Siam Asian Buddha
Located in Studio City, CA
A well-carved and detailed carved wood temple shrine standing Buddha on a custom display stand. Decorated with golden gilt. Likely Northern Thai or lower Burma/Burmese. This parti...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Giltwood

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...
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19th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Middle 20th century Old bronze Nepali Buddha statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This Old bronze Nepali Buddha statue is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and spirituality. Standing at a majestic 42 cm in height, with dimensions of 36,1 cm in width and 27,4 cm ...
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Gogatsu or 'Boys Day' Samurai 'Hero Doll', Japan, 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The most elaborate samurai 'Hero' doll we've ever encountered and considering it's age, it's in amazing condition.
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20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Steel

Large Kokeshi by Kyutaro Ogura
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Vintage Large "Kokeshi" by Kyutaro Ogura. This large size is very rare. With signature. Kyutaro Ogura (Ogura Kyutaro: 1906-1998) Master: Hisashiro Ogur...
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1980s Japanese Japonisme Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Maple

Antiqe Chinese Carved Hetain Light Gray/Green Jade Figure Liu Hai, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Antique A Chinese Carved Hetain Light Gray/Green Jade Figure of Liu Hai, seated with a string of cash over his shoulder and a dog at his feet, 19th Century. -...
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Japanese Hannya (般若) Noh Mask. Attributed to Takada Fuki (高田 冨季, 1935–2008)
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Hannya (般若) Noh Mask attributed to Takada Fuki (高田 冨季, 1935–2008) Mask: Hannya (般若) SKU: TBA15 Size: W: 17cm, H: 21 cm (W/horns 25.5cm) The Hannya mask represents a female demon w...
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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Famille Rose Buddha Budai And Boys Group 20th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A CHINESE FAMILLE ROSE BUDDHA BUDAI AND BOYS GROUP 20th Century Modelled as Budai seated with five children climbing on his arms and leg, two boys are holding a lotus leaf and one h...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

Chinese Stone Shakyamuni Buddha Head
Located in Chicago, IL
With closed eyes and a gentle expression, this large stone Buddha head brings calm and serenity to its surroundings. The hand-carved figure depicts the historic Buddha Shakyamuni, also known as Shaka, Gautama Buddha...
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20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Old Burmese lacquerware betelnut box from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This old Burmese lacquerware betelnut box is a fine example of early 20th-century craftsmanship from Burma (modern-day Myanmar), reflecting the region’s deep-rooted lacquerware tradi...
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Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Lacquer

Meiji Bronze Fisherman Okimono, Sealed Masatsune Saku
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Meiji Bronze Fisherman Okimono, Sealed Masatsune saku Japan, Meiji period (1868–1912) A fine and rare Meiji period bronze Okimono of a fisherman by Masatsune Saku, originating from Japan and crafted during the Meiji period (1868–1922). This exquisite piece is a notable example of the Tokyo School's artistry, dating to the late 19th century. The Okimono depicts a fisherman seated on a four-rung ladder, holding a bamboo fishing rod...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

19th Century Hand Carved Wood Baby Monk Face
Located in Delray Beach, FL
A beautiful 19th century Buddhist baby monk head, hand carved wood depicting the baby looking forward gracefully with like Mona Lisa kind smile?. Exceptional...
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19th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese antique wall-hanging wooden Buddha statue/Edo period/1603-1868/Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a wooden Buddha statue made around the Edo period in Japan. Although it is a small Buddha statue, it has a strong presence and is beautiful. Originally, there was a wooden pe...
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Cypress

Vintage Pair of 'Blanc De Chine' Porcelain Guanyin Statues, China, circa 1950
Located in Chatham, ON
Fine vintage pair of 'Blanc de Chine' porcelain Guanyin statues - each figure holding an applied flower and standing on a lotus leaf and decorative stan...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Porcelain

Large Chinese Stone/Jade Pomegranate Tree in Cloisonné Planter
Located in New York, NY
wooden base seen in photos is included with this item; overall with wooden base (approximate measurements): 26in(H); approximate measurements without wooden base: 23in(H) x 11in(W) x...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Agate, Jade, Metal, Enamel

1970s-80s Japanese Vintage Modern Sosaku Kokeshi Wooden Doll
Located in Chiba, JP
Rare find of refined vintage modern kokeshi simplified wooden doll titled as ‘Hajirai’ (lit. ‘Shyness’) made by a kokeshi artist, Kenichi Murakami (1929-1991), c.1970-80s, categorize...
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20th Century Japonisme Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Asian Wood Hand Crafted Coffee Table
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous Asian coffee table, great quality and very fine hand carved wood. Rectangular Asian wood coffee table with very interesting art work, ...
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20th Century Balinese Arts and Crafts Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Thai Rattanakosin-Era Carved and Gilded Throne Side Panels (pair)
Located in Soquel, CA
Thai Rattanakosin-Era Carved and Gilded Throne Side Panels Ornately carved panels with gilding from Thailand. The central portion of these panels depict...
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Late 19th Century Thai Neoclassical Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Gold Leaf, Metal

Thai Siam Bronze Gilt Rattanakosin Kingdom Standing Temple Shrine Buddha, 1800s
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful piece. This beautifully sculpted and adorned bronze and gilt, Buddha is from the Thai Rattanakosin Kingdom period (1782-1932) and has a nice patina and coloring acquired ...
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Early 19th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Famous porcellana de Meissen antico XVII
Located in Cantù, IT
Gruppo in porcellana decorata raffigurante Meissen - Private Collection Domenico Rugiano
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Early 17th Century German Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Porcelain

Chinese Fine Old Pair of Gilt Silver Fragrance Incense Holders
Located in South Burlington, VT
China fine pair (2) of handcrafted gilt silver fragrance incense holders Flowers and fragrances were important to Chinese nobility. These handsomely crafted, highly detailed vessels perfect to hold and touch, would have undoubtedly carried flowers or other aromatic substances to create a welcoming ambiance intended for the afterlife. Fine condition with remnant gold gilt over silver and traces of green Verdigris. Note the imperial bird of paradise motif on handle and at base of bulbs. Dimensions: Each 14 inches long and 5 inches high Provenance: old Hong Kong...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Silver

Japanese boxwood nestuke in the form of a turtle hiding in its shell
Located in PARIS, FR
Netsuke in boxwood in the form of a tortoise hiding in its shell with only its head overstepping. Textures from the shell are executed with realism precision and a great care for details. Same goes for the scales of the skin of its legs. The central scale in the center of the shell is movable and enables the passing of a thread. In Japan, tortoise are symbol of luck and longevity, it is thought to be a creature of good omen supposed to bring 10 000 years of happiness. This animal is associated with numerous myths, the most popular dating back to the Nihon-Shoki, an antique tale of Japan and its dynasty. The legend of Urashima Taro...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Boxwood

Antique Chinese Carved Turquoise Turtle Snuff Bottle, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A finely carved turquoise turtle Snuff Bottle in all the detail shown with a coral cap resting on a fitted wooden stand. A very unique selection of the highest quality turquoise and ...
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19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Agate

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Carved Stone Foo Dog Guardian Lion Sculpture
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period carved stone foo dog guardian lion from the 19th century, on square base. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty, this st...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

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

Antique Art Deco Double Dresser Frame 1930
Located in South Burlington, VT
From an old New England collection. Unique find. An attractive Art Deco 1930 period Hand crafted, hand incised wooden double dresser photographic frame, 1930 - ready for you to...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Pine

Special Burmese crowned Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: wood 65 cm high 43 cm wide and 26 cm deep Weight: 8.1 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Mandalay style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 19th century With complete deco...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Netsuke of a croaking Toad in boxwood
Located in PARIS, FR
Netsuke of a wooden toad with its throat swollen. Made entirely in boxwood, the skin is treated with detail, the naturalistic pause suggests that the toad is croaking, the smooth tex...
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Late 18th Century Japanese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Boxwood

Collection of Eight Japanese Amber / Resin / Bakelite Netsukes
Located in San Diego, CA
Super cool collection of eight Japanese netsukes made of either amber, resin or bakelite, circa 20th century. There are four figurative netsukes and four of the pieces are highly ani...
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20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Resin, Bakelite

Early 21st century Old metal Buddhist shrine from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This old metal Buddhist shrine, originating from Nepal, is a fine example of spiritual craftsmanship, reflecting the rich cultural and religious traditions of the region. Made entire...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

Monumental Chinese Export Bas Relief of Seated Scholar
Located in Buchanan, MI
Monumental Chinese Export bas relief of seated scholar, great detail with very good dimensional depth.
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Mid-20th Century American Sculptures and Carvings

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Plaster

Vintage Gilt Bronze Asian Sculpture of a Thai Deity Prince Playing Music 1950s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Gilt Bronze Asian Sculpture of a Thai Deity Prince Playing Music 1950's. Gilt cast bronze sculpture of a religious Thai deity sitting with o...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Antique Brass Tibetan Tara Buddhist Goddess Statue
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Brass Tibetan Tara Buddhist Goddess Statue In the Himalayan region, especially in Tibet and Nepal, Tara's status is more that of a supreme godd...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass

The Laughing Buddha Statue, Budai
Located in Milano, IT
Immerse yourself in the world of serenity and abundance with this exquisite Budai, the Laughing Buddha statue. Crafted from a uniquely patterned green material, this statue captures the spirit of Budai, a beloved figure in Buddhist culture known for his joyful demeanor and generous nature. Budai, often identified with the historical Chinese monk...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

The Laughing Buddha Statue, Budai
The Laughing Buddha Statue, Budai
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Pair of Indonesian Balinese Wood Carved Devotional Temple Shrine Sculptures 1950
Located in Studio City, CA
Wonderful, unique hand-carved wood and polychrome pair of Indonesian Balinese devotional figures/ statues from the island of Bali. This pair, likely from the early to mid-20th cent...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Paint

Thai Sukhothai Buddha -Early 20C -possibly earlier reclining Crystal Orig. Gild
Located in Ukiah, CA
This is a remarkable Sukhothai Buddha unlike any I have seen before. It is skillfully carved in Crystal in a 15 /16th century style. It may be a perio...
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15th Century and Earlier Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Crystal

Antique French Bronze Cast Sculpture of a Female Torso (manner of Aristide Maill
Located in Queens, NY
Antique French bronze cast sculpture of a female torso. (posthumous casting, stamped Aristide Maillol).
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20th Century French Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal, Bronze

Chinese Pair Buddhist Tang Bodhisattvas Hand Painted Old Wood Plaques
Located in South Burlington, VT
A wonderful Chinese hand painted pair (2) paintings on old wooden panels of Buddhist Bodhisattvas in amorous poses with child and elephant presence and long flowing robes. Frame ...
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20th Century Chinese Tang Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Grande Buddha Cinese in Legno
Located in Brescia, IT
Grande scultura di un Buddha in legno scolpito e laccato in policromia di bella proporzione e colore. Scultura riprodotta nel novecento con precisione e ottima qualità . Lo stato di ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Year of the Dragon Elaborate Hand Carved Stone Dragon Sculpture on Rosewood Base
Located in Tustin, CA
Intricately hand carved from a single block of richly variegated stone, this incredibly detailed and elaborate, Chinese sculpture is a true work of art. It features a dragon on a car...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone, Carnelian

Hand-Carved Antique Wall Panels with Puppet Design
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty period hand-carved and lacquered puppet show signs from the 19th century each depicting two characters. Travel back to the vibrant world of 19th centur...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

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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