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Sculptures and Carvings For Sale
18th century Antique wooden temple fragment of a Horse head from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Discover the beauty of Indian craftsmanship with this antique wooden temple fragment of a horse head, a remarkable piece from the 18th century. Expertly carved from solid wood, this ...
Category
18th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique U-Thong Buddha from Thailand
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze
19 cm high
Very special !!
Bhumisparsha mudra
Originating from Thailand
13th Century
With traces of the original 24 krt. gilding.
Category
15th Century and Earlier Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
White Jade Vase with Cover
Located in Brooklyn, NY
JADE VASE AND COVER
Of flattened baluster shape, rising from a splayed foot to an angular shoulder and a waisted neck set with a pair of mythical ...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Archaistic Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
$30,000
Antique sandstone temple from India from 19 Century - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This Antique Sandstone Temple from India is a stunning and historically significant piece, expertly carved from high-quality sandstone. Standing at 26.5 cm high, with a width of 23 c...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Sandstone
Sculpted Terracotta Gandhara Head
Located in Atlanta, GA
A lifesize terracotta head in Gandhara style. Based on the style, it is likely from Kushan period Northern India, circa 4th-6th century. The expres...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Indian Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Terracotta, Wood
Chinese Spinach Jade Recumbent Horse
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese Spinach Jade Recumbent Horse
The well-striated light to dark green jade with areas of pale gray and russet, on a prunus carved wood stand.
Height of horse 10.25 in., Width 1...
Category
20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Antique Carved Teak Wood Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved merbau wood panel from Lampung, Sumatra. We have a collection in various sizes. Please inquire. The size and price reflect the one shown. Stunning on both sides.
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Category
1930s Primitive Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Brass Hindu Temple Oil Lamps Figures a Two Cows and Holly Man Standing
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Handcrafted cast brass sculpture of cows and a holy man on stand.
Cows are considered holy in India.
Lord Shiva and Ma Parvati used to sit on Nandi and trav...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Agra Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass
White jade Buddha figurines
Located in Milano, IT
This jade sculpture exudes an aura of serenity and abundance that captivates and enchants. It represents the Buddha of happiness, with a radiant and smiling face that immediately con...
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Fine America’s Chieftain Ceremonial Figure
Located in South Burlington, VT
Pre-Columbian style , Hispaniola, Arawak Peoples, Taino Native Indians
This is a finely carved Taino Cacique Chief's hand carved hard wood figure- a superb ancestor style ceremonial...
Category
20th Century American Pre-Columbian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Beauty Fairy Lady On Zitan Stand Qing 19c
Located in Richmond, CA
This masterfully carved celadon jade figure represents the epitome of Chinese artistry and craftsmanship. The sculpture features a beauty dressed in flowing traditional attire, capturing the essence of grace and elegance. She is depicted holding a plate that presents a branch bearing three peaches, a symbol of longevity and prosperity in Chinese culture.
The jade used for this carving is of a refined celadon hue, adding a layer of sophistication and tranquility to the piece. The intricate detailing on the flowing dress and the lifelike representation of the peaches attest to the skill and precision involved in its creation.
This celadon jade carving...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Japanese Burl Wood Abstract Dog Figure Sculpture Wabi Sabi
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-1089 Japanese ancient burl wood abstract dog sculpture Wabi Sabi.
Category
Early 1900s Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood
$375 Sale Price
34% Off
Indian Hand-Carved 19th Century Stone Sphinx Sculpture with Tiara and Earrings
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century Indian sphinx hand-carved stone sculpture, probably intended to adorn and protect a temple. The Indian stone sculpture features a...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Door knob mdoel "Milà no.4" by Antoni Polished Brass Gaudi 20th Century Design
By Antoni Gaudí
Located in Barcelona, ES
Solid cast brass with polished finish.
Antoni Gaudí (1852 - 1926) is among the most internationally famous Spanish architects, his unorthodox approach is still considered ground-bre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Boxwood
Asian Khmer Cambodia Stoned Carved Head Bust of Male Buddhist Buddha Shiva Deity
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderfully sand stone-carved Asian deity figure / sculpture likely from Cambodia. The detailed head is likely that of the divinity deity Shiva, sometimes referred to as the smiling God-King. The features are clearly reminiscent of the carvings found at both Bayon Temple at Angkor Thom...
Category
19th Century Cambodian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Sandstone
Buddha in jade root
Located in Milano, IT
This captivating sculpture depicts a Buddha with a frog resting on his shoulder, crafted from jade root. The Buddha, with his serene smile and relaxed posture, exudes a sense of peac...
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
$1,066
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...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Cambodian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Sandstone
JAPAN 1890 Shibayama Carved Cards Holder In With Genuine Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
Japanese Shibayama cards case holder.
This is a lovely late 19th century Imperial Japan, Gold lacquer and Shibayama cards case. Created during the the Meiji period (1868-1912), the ...
Category
1890s Japanese Meiji Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Gold
Antique Chinese Carved Agate Snuff Bottle #2, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A fine and beautiful Carved Agate Snuff Bottle, with well hollowed interior with a coral cap.
The cap has a couple of small chips on the edge.
A very fine selection for the highest q...
Category
19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Agate
Indian Gujarat Hand Carved Temple Carving Statue Depicting a Woman and a Feline
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian early 20th century hand carved architectural temple carving from Gujarat, depicting a woman and a feline. Crafted in the Western portion of India in the state of Gujarat, this exquisite early 20th-century hand-carved temple sculpture captivates with its depiction of a woman and her feline companion. The woman, adorned with a delicate headdress and wearing intricate clothes and jewelry, stands in a frontal position, her head slightly tilted to the side. She holds a small musical instrument, suggesting a scene of serene artistry and cultural richness. Accompanying her is a stylized feline, adding an element of mystique and charm to the piece.
The sculpture's nicely weathered appearance, along with traces of polychrome, enhances its historical authenticity and rustic beauty. The proportions are balanced and pleasing, creating a harmonious composition that draws the viewer's eye. Unfinished in the back, this temple carving is meant to be displayed against a wall, where it can become a focal point of admiration.
Perfect for enlivening any wall, this early 20th-century Indian temple carving...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Golden Tranquility: Willows by the River
Located in Fukuoka, JP
This two-panel screen showcases masterful brushwork in its depiction of willow trees gracefully bending over a riverbank. The contrast between the vivid gold background and the dark,...
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Paper
14th century early antique wooden Burmese Monk statue - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The very early antique wooden Burmese Monk statue is a remarkable and historically significant artifact originating from Burma. Crafted from wood, this statue stands at 19.2 cm in height and measures 11.6 cm in width and 8.2 cm in depth. Created in the Ava style, known for its graceful and refined forms, this wooden Monk statue...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
2 Carved Wood Thai Thepanom Buddist Angel Diety Hanging Statue Figures Pair
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of vintage 20th century carved wall hanging Thai religious deity / angel figures, one male and one female. Hand carved and painted featuring traditional thepphanom / thephanom p...
Category
Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood, Paint
$2,800 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Curiosa Erotic Scene in a Porcelain Nut
Located in Marseille, FR
Object of erotic curiosity "curiosa" 19th century ceramic with polychromy. The nut hinge is broken and requires restoration. Dimension length 6 cm for 4.5 cm in height and equivalent...
Category
19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Earthenware
Antique Hand Carved Elephant & Man
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful hand carving from the island of Rote which is part of the East Nusa Tenggara province of the Lesser Sunda Islands. We added a minimal black metal stand to this elephant car...
Category
1950s Organic Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
18th century Antique wooden temple fragment of a Horse head from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Add a touch of history and cultural significance to your space with this Antique Wooden Temple Fragment of a Horse Head, an extraordinary 18th-century artifact that captures the arti...
Category
18th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
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 its design. With a beautiful patina. Mounted on light sandstone plinth...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Burmese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Sandstone
Indonesian Wood Mask, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A vintage theater mask from Bali, Indonesia, circa 1975-1980.
Polychromed hand-carved teak, mounted on a black metal stand.
This type of mask is used at Indonesian Topeng or Mas...
Category
1970s Indonesian Tribal Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Teak
Chinese Jade Stone Ritual Blade
Located in Chicago, IL
Based on forms that emerged during the Shang Dynasty (1600-1027 BC), this jade stone ceremonial blade continues upon this tradition with precision. The Shang dynasty placed great emphasis on the administration of power through ceremonies that utilized ritual jade blades, among other jade tools...
Category
20th Century Chinese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone, Steel
Large Lucky Charms Kokeshi, by Toa Sekiguchi, 1970s, Japan
Located in Lyon, FR
Kokeshi à trèfles, années 1970-80, fabriquée par Toa Sekiguchi, primé à de nombreuses reprises, fils du célèbre Sansaku Sekiguchi, l'un des artisans kokeshi les plus renommés et qui ...
Category
1970s Japanese Folk Art Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Rare Chinese Scholar Rock Wuling Stone on Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
An unusual Chinese scholar stone originated from Wuling Mountains, Hunan Province in central China. A type of geological wonder, formed through wind erosion and polishing by the elem...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Hand-Carved, Polychromed Panel with from Madura Island, Java, Indonesia, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully hand-carved wooden panel with floral motifs from the Indonesian island of Madura, off the coast of eastern Java. This decorative panel once adorned a traditional Madura...
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
19th century Antique Indian wooden Temple panel from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Discover the beauty of traditional Indian temple art with this antique Indian wooden temple panel, a stunning 19th-century artifact. Expertly carved from solid wood, this intricate p...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Vintage Northern Thai Double Ram Painted Sculpture with Gilt and Jewelry Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Northern Thai double ram black painted sculpture from the mid-20th century, with elegant antlers, green glass jewelry motifs and red accents. Found in Northern Thailand, this horizontal sculpture...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Andrianna Shamaris Eternity Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Impressive hand carved sculpture carved from a sono wood root. Set on a 18" x 18" modern black steel base.
Own an Andrianna Shamaris original.
Andr...
Category
2010s Organic Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Middle 20th century Old bronze Nepali Buddha statue - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This stunning old bronze Nepali Buddha statue is a captivating example of mid-20th century craftsmanship, radiating spiritual significance and artistic elegance, making it a must-hav...
Category
Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Set Antique Bronze Opium Weights from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze
6,7 cm high
4 cm wide and 4,8 cm deep
Weight: 0.584 kgs
The given sizes are measured from the largest weight
Originating from Burma
18th Century.
Category
18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
$532 / item
Large Late Qing Dynasty Chinese Cast Bronze Buddhistic Foo Lion Censer
Located in Austin, TX
A large and powerfully cast Chinese bronze censer in the form of two Buddhistic lions, Qing dynasty, late 19th century. The censer is well cast with a strong sense of movement, featuring a pair of fierce Buddhistic lions playfully antagonizing each other. Locked in a mock battle, the smaller lion...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Andrianna Shamaris Organic Mahogany Wood Circle Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Minimalist organic circle sculpture hand carved from a single piece of reclaimed mahogany wood with beautiful patina. Set on a modern black metal stan...
Category
2010s Organic Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
Pair of old wooden Burmese Monk statues from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Discover a stunning pair of old wooden Burmese monk statues, crafted in the early 20th century in the exquisite Mandalay style. These antique statues stand 33 cm high, 25.5 cm wide, ...
Category
Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Hand-Carved Batak Singa Singa Tribal Sculpture, Sumatra, Antique Decor Accent
Located in Yonkers, NY
A antique hand carved tribal sculpture from the Batak People, northern Sumatra, called a Singa Singa. This antique hand-carved tribal sculpture from the Batak People of Northern Suma...
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19th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Pair of Chinese Sandstone Column Bases, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This pair of late 19th-century column bases likely figured into the grand and imposing surroundings of a Qing-dynasty courtyard, supporting large wooden beams that flanked an entry o...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Sandstone
$6,480 / set
Scultura Bronzo Raffigurazione Arciere Periodo Meiji Firmata
By Saeki Yoshimitsu
Located in Milano, MI
Scultura Bronzo Raffigurazione Arciere periodo Meiji Firmata
Descrizione:
Scultura giapponese antica raffigurazione di arciere in bronzo realizzata...
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Late 19th Century Asian Meiji Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japan bronze cicada sculpture okimono Meiji
Located in PARIS, FR
Bronze sculpture with dark brown patina of a cicada.
The cicada (in Japanese, semi) is considered as a symbol of humanity. Together with a praying mantis and a spider, they represen...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Large Bronze Temple Meditation Bowl Rin Complete And Resonating Sound
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a sweet large bronze hand hammered temple bell rin, complete set four pieces with bronze bell, red lacquered display base, cushion, and striker as photographed.
Perfect medit...
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
$950 Sale Price / set
36% Off
19th century pair of antique wooden Burmese Monk statues - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The pair of antique wooden Burmese Monk statues is a remarkable and spiritually significant artifact originating from Burma. Crafted from wood and gilded with 24-karat gold, each statue stands at 22.5 cm in height and measures 21.7 cm in width and 18.8 cm in depth. The gilded surface adds a radiant and opulent touch to the sculptures, accentuating their visual appeal.
Created in the 19th century in the Ava style, these Burmese Monk statues exemplify the grace and elegance of Burmese artistic traditions. Each statue depicts a monk in the Namaskara mudra, a gesture of respect and greeting.
With a weight of 1.98 kgs each, this pair of antique wooden Burmese Monk statues is a treasured and sacred pair. Originating from Burma, they carry the essence of Burmese craftsmanship and religious traditions. Their age and historical significance make them valuable pieces of art and exceptional representations of the spiritual and artistic legacy of the region. These statues can be cherished centerpieces for collectors or serve as meaningful symbols of reverence and devotion in any space.
Antique pair wooden Monk statues...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Pair of Chinese Bonsai Jade/Stone Flower Trees, Each in a Cloisonné Planter
Located in New York, NY
each cloisonné planter decorated with floral motif on blue ground
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Agate, Jade, Metal, Enamel
Extraordinary Antique Pair Of Chinese Stone Garden Panels With Dragons
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare pair of Antique Carved Stone Garden Panels in all original very good condition having a desirable deep patina from decades of weathering. Calligraphic inscription along the top ...
Category
19th Century Tang Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Set of Three Hintha Burmese Bird-Shaped Betel Gold Lacquered Box
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of three rare, antique late 19th century original offering vessel lacquered ornate gilded betel boxes in the shape of a sacred goose, Hintha bird from Mandalay, Myanmar bird...
Category
Early 20th Century Burmese Islamic Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
Vintage Chinese Hand-Carved White Stone Temple Sculpture of a Bodhisattva
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large Chinese vintage hand-carved white stone Buddhist temple sculpture of a bodhisattva. This large size Chinese sculpture was carved from a white stone and showcases a bodhisattv...
Category
20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
$8,999 Sale Price
25% Off
Hand Carved Teak Chinese Male Figure with Boy
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Chinese teak carving of a male water bearer with a boy at his feet.
Due to age there are some splits, such as the one down the backside. These do not affect the strength or usab...
Category
1890s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Teak, Wood
$476 Sale Price
20% Off
19th century Antique wall cabinet with mirror from India - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Antique wall cabinet with mirror from , 19th century
Material : wood
68 cm high
39,1 cm wide and 14,5 cm deep
19th century
Weight: 3,25 kgs
Originating from India
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
21st Century Original Teak Wood Temple House Original Buddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Original teakwooden temple house
Material : wood
525 cm high
Floor size: 288 cm wide x 209 cm deep
Maximum sizes (at the roof) : 488 cm wide x 409 cm deep
This temple house is n...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Teak
Antique Japanese Blanc de Chine Buddha
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A blanc de chine porcelain figure of the Buddha, Japanese, Kutani, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
$750 / item
Pair of Hand Carved Soapstone Bookends with Asian Chinese Dragon Motif, Ca 1950
Located in New York, NY
A pair of finely hand-carved soap stone bookends featuring high relief landscape scenes with dragon heads. Perfect to use on a desk as a paper weight or decorative object around the house or office. Highly decorative and fitting for any interior style. Fantastic openwork carving of a dragon amidst floating clouds...
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1950s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this artist-made koi is a traditional symbol of harmony and wealth. For Buddhists, such a fish represents a freedom from all restraints. The scales ...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Pine
19th Century Hand-Carved Wood Javanese ‘Wayang Topeng’ Theatre Mask, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A visibly old mask from the Javanese masks theatre ‘wayang topeng’: carved from hard wood, and painted on the front side. This mask is from Cirebon in Ja...
Category
19th Century Indonesian Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antoni Gaudi Milà no.4 Door Knob, Polished Brass, Spain, Modernism
By Antoni Gaudí
Located in Barcelona, ES
Solid cast brass with polished finish. An assortment of early 20th-century metalwork fixtures are cast from Gaudí's hand.
Antoni Gaudí (1852 - 1926) is among the most internationall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass
Pair of Chinese 19th Century Hand Carved and Painted Temple Guardian Lions
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of Chinese sculpted and polychromed temple guardian lions architectural wood carvings. Born in China during the 18th or 19th century, each...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
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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