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Sculptures and Carvings For Sale
Thai Carved Stone Green Painted Temple Wall Plaque Depicting Ceremonial Dancers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Thai carved stone temple wall plaque depicting two ceremonial dancers with green accents. hand carved in Thailand, this antique wall plaque featu...
Category
19th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
"Red Canyon" Chinese Bi Disc
Located in Chicago, IL
Found in the tombs of ancient Chinese emperors and aristocrats, bi discs have a mysterious and spiritual history, and their function and significance remain uncertain. Thought to pro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
19th century Antique bronze Nepali Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Antique bronze Nepali Buddha statue
Material : bronze
15,2 cm high
10,9 cm wide and 8,3 cm deep
Dhyana mudra
19th century
Weight: 709 grams
Originating from Nepal
Category
19th Century Nepalese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
18th century Antique bronze Nepali Chenrezig statue from Nepal - Originalbuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Antique bronze Nepali Chenrezig statue
Material : bronze
13 cm high
7,2 cm wide and 4,3 cm deep
With inscriptions at the base
Namaskara mudra
18th century
Weight: 290 grams
Originati...
Category
18th Century Nepalese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
1940s Cast Bronze Sukhothai-Buddha Head on a Grey Granite Base
Located in Berlin, DE
Emanating tranquility and timeless beauty, this 1940s Cast Bronze Sukhothai-Buddha Head rests serenely atop a distinguished grey granite base. A fusion of artistic mastery and spirit...
Category
1940s Thai Tribal Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Granite, Bronze
Indian Antique Corinthian Temple Capital Carving with Distressed Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian Corinthian temple capital from the 19th century, with distressed patina. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Indian a...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Burmese Shan Ava Style Bronze Seated Buddha, 19th Century, Burma
Located in Austin, TX
A nice and classic Burmese Shan cast bronze Buddha in the Ava style, 19th century or earlier, Burma.
The Buddha sits upon a stepped and waisted stylized double lotus pedestal, le...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Hand-Carved Arching Wooden Sculpture with Floral and Animal Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage hand carved wooden floral and animal carving with arched silhouette. This mid-20th-century hand-carved wooden sculpture showcases exquisite craftsmanship in a beautifully a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique bronze Opium Weight from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze
5,3 cm high
3,1 cm wide and 3,6 cm deep
Weight: 0.159 kgs
Originating from Burma
18th century
Category
18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Thai Polychrome Dancer Figure, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This seated figure of a Thai dancer dates to the early 20th century and is a fantastic example of Southeast Asian statuary. Comprised of polychromed wood with lacquer and mixed-media...
Category
Early 20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
19th Century Ceremonial Wooden Bust Mask
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian 19th century antique ceremonial wooden mask with archaic jewelry motifs. Experience a captivating slice of Indian history with this 19th-century ceremonial wooden mask from Jaipur, the vibrant capital of Rajasthan. This antique mask...
Category
19th Century Indian Folk Art Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Pair of Antique Monk Statues from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: wood
Measures: 30 cm high
21 & 26 cm wide and 31,5 cm deep
Weight: 4.75 kgs
Goldplated with 24 krt. gold
Mandalay style
Namaskara mudra
Originating from Burma
19th...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Vintage Chinese Carved Malachite Guan Yin Statue, Phoenix Bird Surrounding
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Chinese Carved Malachite Guan Yin Statue, Phoenix Bird
Offered for sale is a Chinese hand-carved malachite figure of a Guan Yin surrounded by the wings of a Phoenix bid tha...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Malachite
Andrianna Shamaris Jackfruit Tree Leaf Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Hand-carved from a huge single reclaimed jackfruit tree into a stunning leaf sculpture. Set on a modern black steel stand. Measures: 18" x 18".
Andrianna Shamaris. The Leader In Mod...
Category
2010s Organic Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal, Steel
$10,800 / item
Chinese Famille Verte Porcelain He-He Er Xian Group, Early 20th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A delightful famille verte enameled porcelain figural group of the He-He Er Xian, the Twins of Harmony and Union, late Qing Dynasty, circa 1900, China.
The He-He Er Xian are portr...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
Door knob in solid brass model "Milà no.1" by Antoni Gaudi 20th century Spanish
By Antoni Gaudí
Located in Barcelona, ES
Solid cast brass with polished finish.
A company that has always attributed such great importance to the author of the designs could never forget the great figures in history. That is why the BD catalogue of contemporary creations has always included those by admired classical masters. Antoni Gaudí (1852/1926) is, without doubt, the most internationally well-known Spanish architect. But is not only his buildings and brilliant architectural solutions that have travelled the globe. His integrated conception of architecture led him to pay attention, not only to structural calculations, but also to all the decorative elements, including furniture, that would form part of the building. The admiration felt by modern designers for the furniture designed by Gaudí has not gone unnoticed by BD which was the first company to rescue them from history by embarking on their serial production using...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass
19th Century Bronze Chinese Foo Dog
Located in Montreal, QC
19th century bronze Chinese Foo Dog.
Category
1850s Chinese Archaistic Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Surrealist design Rinocerontico door handle by Salvador Dalí polished cast brass
Located in Barcelona, ES
Three polished lacquered cast bronze pieces joined together.
During the ‘thirties in Paris, Salvador Dalí surrounded himself with a circle of friends involved in the application of art to varied disciplines, above and beyond the study of pure pictorial art. Jean-Michel Frank, a furniture maker and decorator of recognized prestige in the Paris of those years, was on very good terms with Dalí and together they worked on several ideas. The Bracelli lamp which we present here is a classic design after Jean-Michel’s manner of designing and working, adopted by Dalí for his house at Portlligat.
Amongst Dalí ’s specific furnishing projects, and constituting another for his curriculum vitae as a designer, may be counted the garden furnishings for his Portlligat house, the complete architecture of the Night Club (garotte-shaped) for the Hotel Presidente in Acapulco (1957) and another project for a bar in California in the ‘forties. As shown by the small selection now produced and included in this catalogue, Dalí ’s work was not restrictes to the traditional furnishing elements, but included tap fittings, handles, door-pulls, printed fabrics and objets of indeterminate use.
In the 1990s a group of experts, led by Oscar Tusquets, set themselves the task of turning the furniture Dalí had drawn for Jean-Michel Frank into reality. Amongst these items were the Leda chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
19th Antique wooden Indian temple from India - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique wooden Indian temple is a stunning 19th-century masterpiece, crafted from high-quality wood and adorned with intricate painted decorations and figures on every side. Mea...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Large Marble Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma Original Buddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: marble
117 cm high
92 cm wide and 50 cm deep
Hand carved from a single block of white marble
Dhyana mudra
Originating from Burma
Newly made - early 21st century
Ver...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
17th century Antique Burmese marble Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique marble Burmese Buddha statue is a magnificent With traces of the original lacquer and 24 krt. gilding. Crafted from marble, it stands at an impressive height of 73 cm an...
Category
17th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
Fine Antique Chinese Sterling Silver and Enamel with Coral Beads Horse Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Fine antique Chinese sterling silver and enamel horse sculpture mounted on a lacquered wood stand. The horse is made of sterling silver...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Burma Old Gilt Hand-Carved Stone Garden Attendant With Beautiful Face
Located in South Burlington, VT
Myanmar, Burma, a fine Mandalay gilt lacquer over alabaster standing attendant. The effigy with realistic and joyful face holding an offering bowl.
Wear from appropriate age. An at...
Category
Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Alabaster
Antique Iron Mesh Container
Located in New York, NY
Antique Folk Art from Flores. Handwoven iron mesh container with an hour glass shape.
Measures: 10- 22" DIA x 34" high.
Andrianna Shamaris, Inc. The Leader ...
Category
1920s Primitive Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal, Iron
19th Century Chinese Hand Carved Wood Case
Located in Brea, CA
19th century Chinese hand carved wood case with intricately designed carvings of people, villages, and foliage.
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Bronze Chiparus Style Ballerina Sculpture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Bronze Chiparus signed Re-strike Ballerina Sculpture
5”x 19”
Category
20th Century American Art Nouveau Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
$795 Sale Price
25% Off
Polished Solid Brass Batlló Door Handle by Antoni Gaudi - Set of 2
By Antoni Gaudí
Located in Barcelona, ES
Solid cast brass with polished finish.
A company that has always attributed such great importance to the author of the designs could never forget the great figures in history. That is why the BD catalogue of contemporary creations has always included those by admired classical masters. Antoni Gaudí (1852/1926) is, without doubt, the most internationally well-known Spanish architect. But is not only his buildings and brilliant architectural solutions that have travelled the globe. His integrated conception of architecture led him to pay attention, not only to structural calculations, but also to all the decorative elements, including furniture, that would form part of the building. The admiration felt by modern designers for the furniture designed by Gaudí has not gone unnoticed by BD which was the first company to rescue them from history by embarking on their serial production using...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass
18th century Antique Burmese marble Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This Antique Burmese marble Buddha statue is a magnificent representation of artistry and Buddhist devotion. Crafted from marble, it stands ...
Category
18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
Vintage Chinese Jade Hand Carved Stone Amulet with Acanthus Flowers and Leaves
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Chinese green jade hand carved stone amulet with acanthus flowers and leaves circa 1950's.
Vintage Asian Chinese Jade hand carved s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone, Jade
Large Lavastone Tara Statue from Indonesia Original Buddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique lavastone Buddha statue is a truly unique and special collectible piece. Standing at 215 cm high, it is made of lavastone, a volcanic rock known for its durability and u...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lava
Antique Chinese Large Carved Jade Pendant 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A nice hand-carved antique, Chinese Celadon Jade Pendant depicting floral and lotus carving with 3D detailed presentation.
Category
19th Century Chinese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Antique Chinese Hetain White Carved Jade Pendant 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A nice hand-carved antique, Chinese Hetain Carved White Jade Pendant in eight angles of lotus leaves. The pendant has two different carved patterns on two surfaces very delicate and ...
Category
19th Century Chinese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Chines Carved Coral Finely Carved Perfume Bottle
By Chanel
Located in Sarasota, FL
Chinese carved coral perfume bottle in a form of a covered vase with a parrot on the finial and floral decoration at the base. Very fine work with good subject matter. Weight
77 g.
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Coral
Limestone Tang Dynasty Torso Of Buddha
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Magnificent Limestone Torso of Buddha
With arms slightly angled, the figure is wearing a long robe falling in loose elegant pleats over the torso, with the left arm raised, and the o...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Limestone
1960s Hand Carved Thailand Elephant Playing a Horn
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s Hand Carved Thailand Elephant Playing A Horn
All Wood
Musician Ganesh / Musician Ganesha
Thailand Ganesh
Ganesh as a musician who, like Shiva, gives rhythm to the universe
Category
1960s Unknown Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique Indian Sheesham Wood Temple Sculpture Depicting a Woman Wearing a Tunic
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian sheesham wood temple statue of a woman wearing a tunic from the 19th century, with headdress, traces of polychromy and nicely weathere...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
19th century Antique wooden Burmese Buddha temple - Original Buddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This 19th century Antique wooden Burmese Buddha temple is a stunning testament to the rich spiritual and artistic heritage of Burma. Crafted from wood and standing at a height of 63,...
Category
19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
19th Century Chinese Carved Quartz on Base
Located in Tampa, FL
Extremely high quality quartz impressively carved with scrolls and a flower top. On a custom wooden base. This is a beautiful accent piece for any luxury home.
Quartz 7” Wide x 5” ...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Quartz
Antique Bronze Opium Weight from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze
4,1 cm high
2,7 cm wide and 3 cm deep
Weight: 0.078 kgs
Originating from Burma
19th Century.
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Antique Burmese Shan Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: wood
68,5 cm high
35 cm wide and 22,3 cm deep
Weight: 11.7 kgs
With traces of 24 krt. gilding
Shan (Tai Yai) style
Bhumisparsha mudra
Originating from Burma
Early ...
Category
Early 18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Asian Hand Carved Buddha Coral Figurine from the Qinq Dynasty
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Qing Dynasty Hand Carved Asian Buddha Coral Figurine
Beautiful coral carving of Buddha reclining on a trunk, with perfectly executed details.
Measures:
Height: 9.5 centimeters
Length...
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Coral
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
Antique Chinese Hetian White Jade "Sheep Effigy" on Stand 18th/19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese Hetian white jade carved sheep effigy on a hardwood stand.
The "Density is 81.5 g / 26.5 cm³ = 3.07 g/cm³."
The sheep is resting in a relaxing position with its head...
Category
Late 18th Century Chinese Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone, Jade
Antique Bronze Thai Monk Statue from Thailand
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze
33,5 cm high
26,4 cm wide and 15,8 cm deep
Weight: 7.181 kgs
Gilded with 24 krt. gold
Bhumisparsha mudra
Originating from Thailand
19th Century - Rattanakosi...
Category
19th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Indian Antique Wooden Hand Noodle Maker with Carved Elephant and Vice Press
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian antique carved wooden hand noodle press from the 19th century, with elephant motif. Created in India during the 19th century, this wooden piece was originally used to hand make noodles. Showcasing a vice press, the body is adorned with a carved elephant whose head and behind expand from a central square. This container is where the dough was placed and the vice part would press it into noodles. The elephant head is carved with subtle motifs, such as a jewel on the forehead. The trunk is tucked in. The sides are adorned with medallions adorned with foliage or a rosette. Boasting a nicely weathered appearance revealing its nice age and use, this antique Indian carved wooden...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
18th century Antique wooden Indian temple panel from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Discover the beauty of this antique wooden Indian temple panel, a stunning piece of history originating from an 18th-century temple chariot in India. Expertly crafted from wood, this...
Category
18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Vintage Thai Wood, Leather and Rope Klong Khaek Processional Double Headed Drum
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Thai wood, leather and rope Klong Khaek processional drum from the mid 20th century, with ties and weathered patina. Created in Thailand during the midcentury period, this ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Rustic Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Leather, Wood, Rope
19th century Antique marble Buddha statue from Burma from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique marble Burmese Buddha statue is a magnificent representation of artistry and Buddhist devotion. Crafted from marble, it stands at an impressive height of 53.5 cm and has dimensions of 46.5 cm in width and 24 cm in depth.
The statue is depicted in the Bhumisparsha mudra, a significant gesture in Buddhism that symbolizes the moment of the Buddha's enlightenment. It is known as the "earth-touching" mudra, where the Buddha is calling the earth to witness his awakening.
Believed to originate from the 19th century, this statue carries with it the spiritual and artistic heritage of Burma (Myanmar) people.
One remarkable feature of this statue is its substantial weight, measuring 38.7 kilograms. This weight reflects the use of high-quality marble and the attention to detail put into its creation.
This statue serves as both a work of art and a sacred object, encapsulating the profound spiritual traditions of Burma. Its presence can inspire mindfulness and tranquility, making it a meaningful addition to any space. It is a testament to the rich cultural and religious history of the region.
Antique marble Buddha...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
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
Set of 3 Antique Japanese Kokeshi Dolls – Early 20th Century, Northern Japan
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of 3 Antique Japanese Kokeshi Dolls – Early 20th Century, Northern Japan
Description:
This exquisite set of three Japanese Kokeshi dolls, originating from northern Japan, offers...
Category
Early 20th Century Edo Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinese Carved and Painted Wood Sculpture of Guanyin
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful carving of Guanyin, shown standing on a rocky outcrop, mounted on a lobed wooden base. It was once used as a lamp, and can be rewired. Nice faded painted surface.
Guany...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
JAPAN Edo Period 1825 Seated Buddha Sculpture In Solid Gilded Carved Wood
Located in Miami, FL
A seated Buddha sculpture in gilt carved wood from the Edo Period.
This is a superbly refined carved wooden figure of a seated Buddha with fabulous pure gold gilt. The sculpture has...
Category
1820s Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Gold
$2,450 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique Meiji Signed Japanese Figural Woman & Lantern Incense Burner with Base
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large antique Meiji period Japanese patinated and polychromed bronze is signed by an unknown artist and presumed to have been made in approximately 1880 in the period Meiji styl...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Tibetan Antique Bronze Tantric Manjusri Bodhisattva Statue
Located in Pomona, CA
Manjushri is the Bodhisattva of keen awareness in Buddhism. A disciple of the historical Buddha Shakyamuni, he represents wisdom, intelligence and realization, and is one of the most popular Bodhisattvas following Avalokitesvara. Look at this statue, it shows very detailed bronze carving works on it. You can see from the pictures that they are in many years history with some age wears. Now you can have them on your collection shelf. They are not only a great adornment but also a wonderful gift!
Size: 11.25in H x 9.5in W x 5in D
Origin: Tibet
Circa: 1900 - 1940
Material: Bronze
Condition: Original condition, hand made, normal age wear.
Disclaimer: Due to differences in monitor/screen settings, product colors may differ slightly between product photos...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
$896 Sale Price
25% Off
Sculpture of Woman from Bali
Located in Roma, IT
This is a wonderful wooden sculpture, describes a woman from Bali.
Middle 20th century.
This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing legislation, any artwork in Italy crea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Hand Carved Wood Multi Dragon Head Asian Chinese Walking Cane Stick
Located in Studio City, CA
A rather fantastic and unusual walking stick/ cane. Hand carved from wood. Multi dragon heads. We have not seen another quite like it.
Has a great feel and clearly unique look.
...
Category
20th Century Chinese 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
Newly made Large lavastone Buddha statue from Indonesia OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The lavastone Buddha statue from Indonesia is an exceptional piece of art that showcases the unique beauty of lavastone craftsmanship. Carved from lavastone, this magnificent statue ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lava
Pair of Framed Chinese Figural Carved and Painted Panels
Located in Norwood, NJ
Nicely carved and framed pair of high relief carved and painted panels. Subtle colors with age appropriate worn finish carved depicting cranes (birds) amongst flowers standing in wat...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Elm
Antique Chinese Opium Box in Hammered Brass, Decorated with a Scene of a Rider
Located in Leuven , BE
The cylindrical opium container is executed in hammered brass and decorated with an expressive repose design of a rider in a landscape with blossom tre...
Category
20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass
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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