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Sculptures and Carvings For Sale
Period: Mid-20th Century
Period: 1910s
Mid 20th century Old bronze Nepali Buddha statue in Dhyana Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The old bronze Nepali Buddha statue is a magnificent piece of art crafted from bronze, measuring 26.1 cm in height, 22.1 cm in width, and 17 cm in depth. Meticulously fire gilded with 24-karat gold and inlayed with real gemstones, it radiates opulence and beauty. Depicting Buddha in the Dhyana mudra...
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

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

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Soapstone

Mid 20 century very large & special old lavastone Ganesha statue from Indonesia
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Presenting the awe-inspiring and unique lavastone Ganesha statue, a truly remarkable masterpiece that stands at an impressive height of 188 cm with dimensions of 105 cm in width and ...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

Mid 20th Century Old lavastone Stupa from Indonesia OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The old lavastone Stupa is a remarkable architectural masterpiece crafted from lavastone, known for its durability and timeless beauty. Standing at an impressive height of 124 cm and...
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Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

Mid 20 century very high quality special lavastone Buddha statue from Indonesia
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The very large and special lavastone Buddha statue is a truly remarkable and unique piece of art. Hand-carved from one very large block of lavastone, it stands at an impressive height of 220 cm, with a width of 161 cm and a depth of 111 cm. The estimated weight of approximately 3000 kg showcases its substantial presence and solid construction. Crafted in the middle of the 20th century, this statue depicts Buddha in the Dharmachakra mudra, symbolizing the turning of the wheel of Dharma. What sets this lavastone Buddha statue apart is its extraordinary character. Over time, it has become partly overgrown with moss, lending it an ancient and natural aesthetic. Upon request, the moss can be cleaned, revealing the raw beauty of the lavastone underneath. This unique feature adds to the statue's charm and individuality. Originating from Indonesia, this lavastone Buddha statue carries the spiritual essence and cultural heritage of the region. Its large size and intricate hand-carved details make it a centerpiece that exudes a sense of peace, serenity, and enlightenment. With the convenience of worldwide shipping, this lavastone Buddha statue offers the opportunity for individuals around the globe to experience and appreciate the profound beauty and spiritual significance of Indonesian art...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

Japanese Bronze of an Elephant
Located in London, GB
Japanese bronze of an elephant, mid-twentieth century, modelled with trunk aloft, a substantial, attractively modelled sculpture with pleasing colour and finish.
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Large Solid Stone Sitting Buddha
Located in Somis, CA
A large hand carved solid stone Buddha statue seated in dhyana position. The broad face with high arched eyebrows and downcast eyes casting a serene aura, framed by long-lobed ears and beneath a pronounced hairline and surmounted by an ushnisha. Buddha wears a long robe...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Tang Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Shishi face Mask Japan 1940s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice highly decorative Shishi face Mask Japan 1940s ,some paint losses . hand carved.
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1940s Japanese Japonisme Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Cast Stone Foo Dogs Inn White Finish, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of heavy weight cast stone foo dogs freshly lacquered in white. Great addition to your chinoiserie inspired interiors and table tops. Each piece is...
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1960s Other Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Japanese Okina Noh Mask Old Male with Long White Beard Expressing Wisdom
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Singed Okina Noh mask old male with long white beard expressing wisdom Mid 20 th century Size: 15 x 19 x8 cm ( 6x 7.5 x 3 inch ) Weight: 230g ( 0.5 lb ) Material: wood with go...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Statue from Borneo
Located in New York, NY
Antique male statue hand carved from a single wood log from West Borneo. Originally used to protect the home from evil spirits. The wood base was place...
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1950s Tribal Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

Bamboo Flower Vase by Suigetsu Buseki
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Bamboo Flower vase by Suigetsu Buseki . Suigetsu Buseki (1930–2013) He is the second generation of "Bamboo Craft Midoriya". He studied under Koka...
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1950s Japanese Japonisme Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Bamboo

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

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Stone, Jade

Middle 20th century Old lavastone stupa from Indonesia OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Old lavastone stupa Material : lavastone 98 cm high 72 cm diameter Estimated weight : +/- 150 kg Middle 20th century Can be shipped worldwide Originating from Indonesia
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Statue from Borneo
Located in New York, NY
Antique male statue hand carved from a single wood log from West Borneo. Originally used to protect the home from evil spirits. The wood base was placed into the ground in front of t...
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1950s Tribal Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

Chinese 3-D Seashell Shell Art Peacocks and Flowers Sculpture
Located in West Hartford, CT
Magnificent, one of a kind, colorful Chinese 3-D artwork with intricate hand seashells depicting two peacocks and flowers. The detail is amazing. Signed upper left. Displayed and ma...
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Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Shell, Wood

Mid 20th Century Very large old lavastone Monk statue from Indonesia
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Introducing a truly remarkable and majestic piece, the very large old lavastone Monk statue. Crafted from lavastone, this statue stands at an impressive height of 172 cm, making it a...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

Mid 20th Century Very large and special lavastone Buddha statue OriginalBuddha
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Very large and special lavastone Buddha statue Material : lavastone 220 cm high 160 cm wide and 112 cm deep Estimated weight : +/- 3000 kg Dharmachakra mudra Middle 20th century Hand...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

Japanese Kutani Porcelain Figure of a Bijin or Geisha, Showa Era, 1930's, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A charming and delightful Japanese Kutani enameled porcelain figure of a bijin or geisha, early Showa Era, circa 1930's, Japan. The elegant figure of a beautiful woman, called a bijin, portrayed dressed in full kimono and holding a fan in one hand. Her kimono of deep black with scattered cherry blossoms in white and outlined in gilding. Her wide obi of coral color, and patterned with stylized clouds of turquoise green and puce. One foot, clad in a white tabi...
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1930s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Porcelain

Antique Oval Marble Relief Carved 20" French Bust of Bearded Gentleman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Oval Marble Relief Carved 20" French Bust of Bearded Gentleman. Item features ornate detailed carving throughout, raised relief bust, identity of gentleman unknown, approx. 3...
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1910s Renaissance Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

Large Carved and Giltwood Buddha Wall Sculpture
Located in Rochester, NY
Profile of a Buddha on three carved and gilt wood panels. Mid-20th century.
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Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Giltwood

Japanese Painted Bronze Okimono of a Gourd by Toyo, Showa Era, 1960s, Japan
By Toyo
Located in Austin, TX
A charming Japanese decorative bronze sculpture, okimono, of a gourd, hyotan, by Toyo Japan, Showa Era, circa 1960s, Japan. The realistic okimono, fashio...
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1960s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Statue from Borneo
Located in New York, NY
Antique male statue hand carved from a single wood log from West Borneo. Originally used to protect the home from evil spirits. The wood base was place...
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1950s Tribal Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

Japan Old Blue Bird Garden Lantern With Vibrant Blue Hand painting
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions Beautiful near mint grade "Blue Bird" lantern in original vibrant hand painted colors This rare lantern is handsomely rendered in blue, white...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Rare Pair Fine Old Vintage Black and Brown Garden Cats
Located in South Burlington, VT
Beautiful garden pair with serene faces A charming pair (2) antique Japanese cats with wonderful mesmerizing original hand painted green and br...
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Mid-20th Century American Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Pair Brilliant Color Cast Bronze Koi
Located in South Burlington, VT
Brilliant original hand painted colors. Here's a rare find from a collector in Kyoto. A very unusual treasure from Japan. This is a finely crafted pair (2) of bronze koi...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Vintage Pair of Pendant Thai Gilt Wood Mythological Creatures with Red Undertone
Located in Yonkers, NY
Pair of vintage Thai carved wooden pendant mythological creatures from the mid 20th century with gilt finish and red undertone. Unleash the allure of mythical charm with this exquisi...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Vintage Carved Chinese Window Panel in Mahogany with Chinese Tea Symbol
Located in Lomita, CA
The detailed carving and deep mahogany patina make this large square carved Chinese window panel stand out. The wooden panel can hang on a wall, b...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Mahogany

Chinese Round Green Cloud Bands Jade Bi Disc with Beautiful Translucent Colors
Located in South Burlington, VT
An attractive Chinese Heavenly green jade Bi disk with beautiful translucent "cloud bands" patterns of light and medium green horizontal accents in the stone that depict appealing movements. 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 7 inches high with custom stand as shown 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 great 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

Chinese Censer Mid-Century Bronze with Asiatic Lion and Gilt
Located in Lomita, CA
Bronze and gilt detailing combine to make this Chinese censer a beautiful decorative cast bronze accent. The bowl and cover are cast with various object...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Lovely Old Petite Yukimi Garden Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
Unusual find- A first In this simple yet handsome Yukimi "snow" lantern - petite size- and uncommon motif Unique "double cloud" firebox design. Japan, this handsome quality ol...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japan Gold Gilt Good Luck Elephant Censer
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare find: Ancient Japanese design gilt censer of a good luck elephant- signed Japan This model elephant sculptural LED candle holder and censer was crafted in a handsome gilt finish iron of an effigy of an ancient elephant...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Asian Gilt Bronze Teppanom Kneeling Thai Sacred Angels
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Two Asian gilt bronze Teppanom kneeling Thai sacred angels. Bronze gilded temple guardians in a sitting position. These temple guardians were made in Th...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Vintage Single Solid Bronze Tibetan Foo Dog/Lion Sculpture
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Amazing vintage solid bronze Tibetan Foo dog/Lion has a wooden base that it’s not fixed to the sculpture It’s a heavy and extremely detailed piece th...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Pair Asian Bronze Elephant Sculptures Figures Vintage, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A decorative hand made pair elephant sculptures or statues. Some wear but this is old-age. Made of brass or bronze. We think it is from Asia and was mad...
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1960s Asian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble, Metal

Andrianna Shamaris Husband and Wife Statue
Located in New York, NY
Sandstone husband and wife statue. Handmade from the island of Sumba. This statue was handmade in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese philosophy that...
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1950s Primitive Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Sandstone

Pair of Vintage Asian Carved Hard Stone Urns on Stands with Intricate Detail
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A vintage pair of Asian hand carved hard stone urns with intricate detail of dragons, scenery and Asian symbols on wood bases.
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Mid-20th Century Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

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
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1960s Unknown Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Antique Wild Boar 1940s-1960s / Animal Figurine Object Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese boar figurine. This figurine dates from the mid-Showa period (1940s-1960s). It is made by shaping it with wood chips and covering it with Japanese paper...
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1940s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Paper

Pair of Vintage Northern Thai Double Ram Sculptures with Reddish Brown Lacquer
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of vintage Northern Thai double ram reddish brown lacquered sculptures from the mid-20th century, with elegant black antlers, green glass jewelry...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Glass, Wood

Japanese Signed Hand Carved Wood Noh Theater Mask of Doji, Early Showa Period
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful, wonderfully crafted, alluring mask made for Japanese Noh theatre. The mask is handcrafted and hand-carved from natural wood and is signed by the maker. This mask is of the immortal character Doji who symbolizes perpetual and eternal youth ("doji" literally translates as "child") in the Noh theater world. He is portrayed as a handsome male...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Vintage White Marble Mughal Jeweled Elephant Sculpture Paper Weight
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage white marble Mughal Jeweled elephant sculpture paper weight. Finely hand painted animal sculpture of an elephant with colorful gold, pink and red color paint. Collectible ceremonial hand...
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Mid-20th Century Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

Thai Vintage Painted and Carved Winged Wooden Horse with Striking Expression
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Thai carved and painted wooden winged horse from the mid 20th century, with nicely detailed mane, striking facial expression and weathered appearance. Exuding an ethereal c...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Hippopotamus 1940s-1960s / Animal Figurine Object Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese hippopotamus figurine. This figurine dates from the mid-Showa period (1940s-1960s). It is made by shaping it with a piece of wood and covering it with Japanese pa...
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1940s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Paper

Mid-20th Century Chinese Huge 3 Tiers Carved Serpentine/Jade Dragon Tower
Located in Pomona, CA
This huge Chinese Serpentine/Jade tower was Intricately and elaborately open carved dragons with a lot of free rings and chains works and details. I...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Vintage Rare Bronze Tribal Ancestor Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare vintage figure. Stylistically primitive and raw, this beautiful bronze statue represents an old protective ancestor or soul. The skeletal figure and large head e...
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1960s Primitive Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Shan Burmese Style Gilt Dry Lacquer Buddha Head, circa 1960s, Thailand
Located in Austin, TX
A serene vintage Buddha head of gilt dry lacquer in the Shan Burmese style, but made in Thailand for the export market, circa 1960s, mounted on a b...
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1960s Thai Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Laminate, Lacquer

Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Asian foo dogs. A chic glazed ceramic in bright clear colors. Two expressions add to the charm. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic

Vintage Original Mid-Century David Auld Hand Carved Wooden Bowl
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and unique wood bowl by David Auld. World renowned American-born Haitian wood working artist David Auld creates one of a kind pieces that catapu...
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1960s Polynesian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Italian Plaster 1950s African Warrior
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
The Italian 1950 plaster wall decoration of an African dancer is a beautiful and unique piece of art from the mid-20th century. The decoration is made fro...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Plaster

Andrianna Shamaris Impressive Antique Teak Wood Hand Carved Container
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful antique drum in solid teak wood. We removed the top and had our master carver add our unique minimalist carving to the thick aged teak wood. Finished with a natural oil rev...
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1950s Primitive Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Teak

Italian 1950s Plaster African Dancer
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
The Italian 1950 plaster wall decoration of an African dancer is a beautiful and unique piece of art from the mid-20th century. The decoration is made f...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Plaster

Japan Pair Red Eye Garden Rabbits Mint & Boxed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Original Mint & Boxed Set Two Rabbits Fine quality hand cast garden rabbits with unique red eyes from Japan This is a pair (2) of large scale solid hand cast effigy pair of pl...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze, Iron

Japanese Signed Hand Carved Wood Noh Theater Mask of Chujo, Early Showa Period
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful, wonderfully crafted, alluring mask made for Japanese Noh theatre. The mask is handcrafted and hand-carved from natural wood and is signed by the maker, clearly a mast...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Paint

Japanese Antique Paper Object Wolf 1940s-1960s / Animal Figurine Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese wolf figurine. This figurine dates from the mid-Showa period (1940s-1960s). It is made by shaping it with a piece of wood and coverin...
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1940s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Paper

Large Curtis Jere Metal Clipper Ship 3d Sailboat Mid-Century Modern Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large Curtis Jere metal clipper ship 3D Sailboat Mid-Century Modern sculpture. Item features is a large impressive size, 3 dimensional design, wire ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

Italian 1950 Plaster Wall Decoration African Dancer
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
The Italian 1950 plaster wall decoration of an African dancer is a beautiful and unique piece of art from the Mid-20th Century. The decoration is made f...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Plaster

Chinese Carved Jadeite Cigarette Box and Cover
Located in Hudson, NY
Made in the late Republic Period, circa 1945 to 1950, this box was purchased in China in 1990. The boxes carved jadeite ranges from a lovely soft translucent white to a rich green in veins that crisscross the stone with some natural brownish inclusions in the stone as well. Carved in a typical rectangular form conforming to the shape of the product for which it was designed the lid is centered with a flowering prunus branch set within a raised lip...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

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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