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Sculptures and Carvings For Sale
Period: Mid-20th Century
Period: 1930s
Mid-Century Modern Abstract Lucite Swirl on Stone
Located in New York, NY
Mid-century modern abstract clear lucite "Swirl" sculpture, mounted atop a stepped black stone base, signed "Seewack" on the base of the acrylic. Age-related cracking across the luci...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Mid-20th century Old wooden Burmese Monk statue from Burma - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This wooden piece, originating from Burma during the middle of the 20th century, is a fine example of Mandalay style craftsmanship. It stands at a height of 18.8 cm and boasts dimens...
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Middle 20th century Old bronze Japanese Amida Buddha statue from Japan
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : bronze 28,4 cm high 17 cm wide and 17 cm deep Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold Abhaya mudra Middle 20th century Bought in Nepal in 2022 Weight: 2,99 kgs Originating from Japa...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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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 ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Cedar

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 glazed screen wall built against the palace wall. Very famous in Chinese history. Up for your consideration is a reproduction of wooden carved nine dragon wall for decoration only. It has very delicate carving works of nine dragons on the front and nine phoenixes on the back. Also, there are four dragon posts to support the roof. Look at the detailed photos, there are some minor wears due to the age. but it still maintained its very good condition. Size: 17in H x 22in W x 3.75in D Origin: China Circa: 1950s Material: Wood Condition: Original finish, detailed hand carving works, normal age wear. Disclaimer: Due to differences in monitor/screen settings, product colors may differ slightly between product photos...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs
Located in Stamford, CT
This is a nice pair of bronze Foo Dogs with a male and female with baby. They would look great in a garden or entrance to your home or garden. Foo Dogs also known as Guardian Lions s...
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Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Temple Shrine Buddhist Monk Juzu Prayer Wood Beads Mala Rosary Necklace
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful string of Japanese hand-crafted Buddhist Juzu mala beads made of natural wood. These rosary-type prayer bead necklaces were used by Buddhist monks in temple prayers/ritua...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa 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

Japan Fine Antique Bronze Birds & Dragonflies Lantern, Lovely Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions Birds and dragonflies A rare bronze 90 year old lantern find with all hanging bells intact. This trapezoidal roof shaped hand cast bronze lan...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Ceramic Fugure of Daruma 1930's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1516 Antique seated hand made ceramic Daruma Doll sculpture signed by the maker, Daruma was a Buddhist monk. Also call Bodhidharma
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1930s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor
Located in Stamford, CT
Impressive pair of large bronze Foo Dogs or Tibetan snow lions in full armor. Tibetan snow lions are known for protective qualities, they are cel...
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Mid-20th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Vintage Hand Carved Sun Burst Architectural Wood Wall Hanging
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful hand carving wall hanging made from wood, with sun burst motif, hand painted in light peachy colour, very nice patina. Great object of art for wall display.
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1960s Thai Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Rare Large Earthy Green And Yellow Jade Bi Disc with Vibrant Colors
Located in South Burlington, VT
An attractive Chinese Heavenly jade Bi disk carved in a rarely found combination of yellow and green jade with patches of brown accents in the stone that depict a green earthy feel. ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Japanese Massive Bronze Calming Trophy Koi Fish, Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
A giant hand cast serene bronze trophy koi fish sculpture Yuuri signifying calm and comfort by Japanese master metal artist, Ota Ryohei. Signed on base official label still present...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

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...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

Old bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma - Originalbuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : bronze 59,5 cm high 15 cm wide and 11,5 cm deep Vitarka mudra Middle 20th century Weight: 6,54 kgs Originating from Burma Nr: X-21-1
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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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...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

Male Foo Dogs Holding the Earth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful male foo dogs holding and protecting the earth. Very rare find and interesting take on the foo dogs considering they're both male.
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1950s Chinese Other Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Terracotta

Japanese Wooden Doll Kokeshi Sakunami Kenjiro HIRAGA 1960s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a wooden doll which is called Kokeshi in Japanese. This kokeshi was made in Japan around 1960s by kokeshi artist Kenjiro HIRAGA. He was born in 17t...
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1960s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Old bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma - Originalbuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : bronze 60,8 cm high 17,7 cm wide and 14,1 cm deep Middle 20th century Weight: 6,74 kgs Originating from Burma Nr: X-23-2
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

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...
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Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japan Large Old 18 Inch Bronze Lantern with Fine Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
Only One left in this large size, 18 inches high. Japan, a fine large vintage hand cast bronze Yukimi round top lantern with beautiful details from the middle Showa period. The st...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Antique Japanese Seated Ceramic Buddhist Monk Sculpture
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1517 Antique hand made and painted Japanese Buddhist monk
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1930s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic

Japanese Pair Wabi Sabi Cedar Wood Sculptures
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1496 Pair Wabi Sabi Cedar wood sculptures
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1940s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Hardwood

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...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

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 136 cm, with dimensions of 121 cm in wi...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

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.
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Mid-20th Century Regency Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass

Old sandstone Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: Sandstone Material: wood 78 cm high 57.5 cm wide and 38 cm deep Weight: 75,95 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Ava style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma Middle 20th ...
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Sandstone

Japanese Old Five Roofed Pagoda Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
This rare lantern is a spiritual representation of five earthly and celestial elements. And the brilliant night light which bursts from its pierced side panel is fantastic. The scul...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of patinated bronze Chinese foo dogs, circa 1950s. The pair are in good vintage condition with amazing detail and a gorgeous patina. Each dog measures 4"W x 3"D x 3.5"H #3295
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Old bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma - Originalbuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : bronze 59 cm high 18,2 cm wide and 13 cm deep Bagan style Middle 20th century Weight: 9,1 kgs Originating from Burma Nr: X-8-10
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Big Bronze Crane Garden Fountain With Fine Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
Just received from our last shipment from Japan- the first we've seen Japan, a fine tall large scale red crested bronze garden crane purposely cr...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Chinese Hardstone Trees in Cloisonne Pots, Pair
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Chinese hardstone tree sculptures comprised of amethyst, rock crystal, greenstone, turquoise, and coral, housed in cloisonne jardinieres with sc...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Coral, Rock Crystal

Japanese Pair Fine Bronze Spotted Garden Deer Sculptures
Located in South Burlington, VT
A fine Japanese pair (2) of hand cast bronze "spotted" deer dating to the mid last century. Executed with finely incised and realistic ears, eyes, legs, tail, and excellent surfac...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Asian Mustard-Yellow Soapstone Carving Depicting Village Scene, 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The soapstone carving, with its smooth and polished mustard yellow surface, serves as a canvas for a scene that exudes life and detail. In the foreground, three villagers are expertl...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Bone Hair Comb, Indonesia, Mid 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Indonesian hair comb, hand-carved in bone, Mid 20th Century, circa 1950. Used as a decorative accent for tribal hairstyles among island...
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1950s Indonesian Tribal Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Bone

Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, Mid-20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The Chinese soapstone carving from the mid-20th century is depicting a village scene, is a stunning piece of art with intricate details and cultural significance. The carving showcas...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Japanese "Suiseki" Mountain View Scholar's Stone / Elegant Mountain Scenery
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a stone mined in Japan. Not only in China but also in Japan from ancient times, rocks in the mountains have been shaved and stones for viewing have been quarried. Such stones for appreciation are collectively called "suiseki". Suiseki means "water" and "stone". The name comes from the fact that I enjoyed pouring water on the stones and changing the color of the stones. And this item is also Suiseki, but it is for viewing without splashing water. It is made with the image of a mountain view. The flow of the river...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor
Located in Stamford, CT
Impressive pair of large patinated bronze Foo Dogs or Tibetan snow lions in full armor. Tibetan snow lions are known for protective qualities, they are celestial animal emblem of Tib...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Fine Large Rooster And Birds Tea Bowl, Hand-Built and Hand Glazed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Mint Kyo ware bowl From Japan, a beautiful hand-built, painted and glazed, Kyo ware large bowl or large tea bowl with a proud rooster and birds motif created in the 1930s.- over se...
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1930s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic, Pottery

An early 20th century Chinese cloisonne sculpture of a five clawed dragon c 1930
Located in Central England, GB
An early 20th century Chinese decorative cloisonne sculpture of a five clawed dragon gripping a ball. This bright and unusual dragon is a Chinese ...
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1930s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Copper

Vintage Ornamental Frog, Chinese, Malachite, Miniature, Late Art Deco, C.1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage ornamental frog. A Chinese, malachite miniature, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950. Charming little fellow, with wonderful green hues Displays a desirable...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Malachite

Asian Foo Dog Father and Mother With Babies in Cinnabar Red
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Pair of foo dog statues, father and mother carrying babies finished in cinnabar red. Good vintage condition with imperfections consistent with age and with hand made sculptures such ...
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Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Terracotta

Set of Five Vintage Indonesian Copper Batik Textile Floral Printing Blocks
Located in Yonkers, NY
A set of five vintage Indonesian copper Batik textile printing blocks from the mid 20th century, with floral patterns. We have an unlimited stock availabl...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Copper

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...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

20th Century Chinese Sculpture, Censer in Carved Jade
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
20th century Beautiful sculpture in precious green jade made in china. Fine censer with carved decorations. The censer rests on a wooden base. Perfect conditions.
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1950s Chinese Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Pair 1960's Vintage Chinese Hand Carved Stone Sculptures of Foo Dogs
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair Stunning 1960's Asian Carved Stone Foo Dogs. The detail on these stone sculptures is amazing!
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

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" ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Plastic

Japanese Old Garden House Model Stone Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
To your garden from Japan, and a recent Japanese acquisition Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor or outdoor garden space with this treasure from Japan! This is ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

20th Century Terracotta Austrian Goldscheider Wien Stamped Sculpture, 1940s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Great Austrian sculpture from the 20th century. Terracotta vase carried by two children on an octagonal base. Oriental-style sculpture, finished for...
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1940s Austrian Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

Andrianna Shamaris Circular Hand Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful hand carved panel newly made from old wood. This intricate Toraja carving symbolizes peace and happiness. This carving was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese...
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1930s Primitive Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Japanese Antique Object 'Shigaraki Tanuki', 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
This is an object called 'Shigaraki Tanuki' which was made around 1960s. It was made in a town called Shigaraki in Shiga prefecture in Japan. It is made with porcelain. Tanuki is a...
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1950s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic

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...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Elegant Huge Horse Hand Cast, Hand-Painted, Gilt and Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Signed and in largest scale Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor display space with this very unusual treasure from Japan. This is a superb and attractive s...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Chinese Rare Black Jade Bi Disc with Ancient Earthy Colors
Located in South Burlington, VT
An attractive Chinese Heavenly jade Bi disk carved in a rarely found black jade with patches of blue and brown accents in the stone that depict an earthy ancient feel . This comes from our private collection which we formed over a period of twenty years while traveling extensively through out all of China. Dimensions: bi disc is 5 inches high with custom stand as shown; bi disc only is 4 inches diameter Jades were handmade and hand abraided and hand polished using tools of the time: bamboo, stone, water and stone dust . Notice the considerable calcification on the bottom edge of this example- evidence of submersion and good age. Provenance: Our private collection and accompanied by our Schneible fine arts Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity. Jade bi and Cong History These bi are regarded as cosmological symbols and as signifiers of status and wealth. These jades are hand abraided and hand polished using special polishing tools with stone, water. Notice the beautiful colors and "waves" pattern in the stone, uncommon in this kind of jade. Provenance: Our private collection and accompanied by our Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity. Early History: Flat jade discs with a round central hole bi are among the earliest surviving artifacts of China and must be considered among great ancient art forms- masterpieces of the Neolithic period. Nephrite jade from which discs were fashioned is a prime hard and strong stone, arduous to work by hand using Primitive...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Nguyễn Thanh Le
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Nguyễn Thanh Le (1919-2006) was a Vietnamese painter and sculptor. This bust of a young Vietnamese woman is black patinated. It stands on its original ...
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1950s Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Brazilian Modern Kinetic Sculpture of a Cat in Resin by Abraham Palatinik, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
This Brazilian modern kinetic sculpture of a cat in resin was designed by Abraham Palatinik in the 1960s. This is part of the Artemis collection that features hundreds of different a...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Resin, Polyester

Japanese Giant Old Garden Frog and Family
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions- a Big friend with Family. Japan, this handsome quality giant old Frog with children on its back is a cheerful sculpture, good garden find and ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

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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