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Sculptures and Carvings For Sale
Period: Mid-20th Century
Period: 1980s
Vintage Cloisonné Enamel Brass Trim Fish Figurine w/ Wood Base
Located in Naples, FL
Excellent condition! This Chinese cloisonné fish is detailed in turquoise and blues; very detailed fish figurine; figurine can detach from base to sit ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Vintage Gilt Bronze Asian Sculpture of a Thai Deity Prince Playing Music 1950s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Gilt Bronze Asian Sculpture of a Thai Deity Prince Playing Music 1950's.
Gilt cast bronze sculpture of a religious Thai deity sitting with o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Monumental Pair of Vintage Bone Inlayed Chinese Pagoda Temples
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A beautiful pair of monumental vintage bone inlay Chinese pagoda temples with miniature figurines. This super chic pair is a beautiful addition to any roo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinese Chippendale Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bone
Shishi face Mask Japan 1940s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice highly decorative Shishi face Mask Japan 1940s ,some paint losses .
hand carved.
Category
1940s Japanese Japonisme Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Middle 20th century Large and special lavastone Ganesha statue from Indonesia
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The large and special lavastone Ganesha statue is a truly magnificent and sacred artifact originating from Indonesia. Crafted from lavastone, this Ganesha statue stands tall at an im...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lava
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...
Category
1960s Other Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
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...
Category
1960s Primitive Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Mid 20th Century Old lavastone Ganesha statue from Indonesia
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Add a touch of divine energy to your space with this captivating Old Lavastone Ganesha Statue. Crafted from durable lavastone, this statue stands tall at 88 cm, commanding attention ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Japanese Pair Vintage Gilt Pheasant Bird Sculptures, Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Beautiful pair (2) old Japanese vintage gilt pheasant bird sculptures.
Marked Japan on bottoms.
From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition with original attractive gilding present.
Japan, an attractive and iconic pair (2) pheasant sculptures with original gilt patina. One is poised with vertical tail and thehy other in a seated horizontal position.
The pheasant is considered Japan's national bird.
This creative simple adaption makes a compelling contemporary pair of sculptures.
Fine original used condition with original gold gilt patina appropriate to their age.
Original gilt patina from age.
Dimensions: 7 inches tall and 6.5 inches wide
Photographed in natural day light.
Quality: Excellent quality and fine craftsmanship by Japanese specialized artisans
Provenance: authentic Japanese examples (see labels).
Lifetime guarantee of authenticity. All of our Asian works of art come with our lifetime authenticity guarantee.
About Japan's Green Pheasant
In Japanese culture, the green pheasant is unofficially considered the national bird of the country owing to its references in ancient folk tales of Japan. The green pheasant was said to be a messenger of the Sun Goddess...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
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...
Category
1940s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Paper
Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, Mid-20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, Mid-20th century.
Shoushan stone carving is an art originating in Fujian Province in Eastern China. Use of the stone for carvin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
Pair of Monumental Hardstone Inlaid Processional Indian Elephants
Located in New York, NY
Pair of very large carved wooden elephants on stands, each 41 inches tall, clad with hardstone tiles and jewels and mounted on rectangular...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Tessellated Stone Pedestal with Brass Accents by Maitland Smith
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Tessellated stone pedestal with brass accents by Maitland Smith, circa 1970s. Beautiful piece in good condition ,The piece was made in the Philippines and can be used as a pedestal...
Category
1960s Philippine Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone, Brass
Vintage Chinese Shop Sign with Gilt Calligraphy on Lacquered Ground
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Chinese horizontal shop sign from the mid 20th century with lacquered finish, carved and gilt calligraphy. Created in China during the midcentury period, this horizontal shop sign features an outer molded frame surrounding a beautiful calligraphic text. Six words, carefully carved and gilded, stand out on a dark reddish brown lacquered ground. The sign has been fitted with two ring pulls on its upper edge to allow it to be hung on a wall. With its clean lines and gilded calligraphy, this vintage Chinese shop sign...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
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
Materials
Stone, Jade
Chinese Old Pair Symbolic Longevity Effigy Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare Pair -first we have seen
Unusual find.
One pair (2) "Longevity" calligraphy lanterns in the form of human effigies
A fine and rare matching pair (2) of large 12 inch tall Chinese export hand cast lanterns with attractive longevity and mystical "human effigy...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
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.
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Kutani Porcelain Beauty, Bijin, or Geisha, Showa Era, 1930's, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A 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, or perhap...
Category
1930s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-20th century very large and special lavastone Buddha statue OriginalBuddha
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The very large and special lavastone Buddha statue is a magnificent and awe-inspiring work of art. Crafted from lacquerware, this exceptional statue stands at an impressive height of...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lava
Japanese Asian Wood Shi Shi Shishi Mai Lion Dance Gashira Noh Mask Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful, beautifully crafted Japanese festival Shishi Lion Dance (Shishi Mai) mask (Gashira).
The shishi mask represents a mythical lion that prote...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
Asian Scene Carving on Wood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful rectangular wall piece of an Asian scene carved on wood. Great details painted in gold.
Category
1950s Other Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
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 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lava
Middle 20th century old lavastone Stupa from Indonesia OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This old lavastone Stupa originates from Indonesia and dates back to the middle of the 20th century. Crafted from lavastone, it showcases the unique beauty and durability of this vol...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lava
Bamboo Flower Vase with carved picture
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Bamboo flower vase with signature of Suzuki Gengensai. However, its authenticity is unknown.
However, the quality is high and the engraving of Japan...
Category
1940s Japanese Japonisme Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bamboo
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
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 place...
Category
1950s Tribal Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lava
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...
Category
1950s Japanese Japonisme Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bamboo
Japanese Old Wood Carving Monkey 1950s-1970s / Figurine Sculpture Mingei
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese monkey wood carving.
This wood carving is estimated to have been made between 1950 and 1970.
The artist's name and other d...
Category
1950s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
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...
Category
1940s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Paper
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.
Category
Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lava
Old bronze Nepali Green Tara statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze
51 cm high
32,3 cm wide and 28 cm deep
Weight: 10.450 kgs
Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold
Originating from Nepal
Middle 20th century
Inlayed with gem stones
Category
Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
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...
Category
1940s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Paper
Japanese Three Garden Rabbits Family, Usagi
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions and coming from a Japanese collector of rabbit usagi sculptures
Rabbit family trio (3) seated rabbit sculptures hand cast and hand painted
This is an unusual Japanese one-of-a-kind group in both large and small scale
Quality: Hand cast with carved ears...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze, Iron
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
Materials
Laminate, Lacquer
Old bronze Nepali Green Tara from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze
30,9 cm high
26 cm wide and 19,3 cm deep
Weight: 5.597 kgs
Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold
Originating from Nepal
Middle 20th century
Very high quality !
Category
Mid-20th Century Nepalese 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...
Category
1950s Tribal Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
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.
Category
Mid-20th Century Ming Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
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
Materials
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
Materials
Bronze
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
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Naga Meditating Buddha Statue
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Naga Meditating Buddha Statue.
In Buddhism and Hinduism, Naga is the Sanskrit word for a deity taking the form of a very large snake, specifically the king cobra with multiple heads.
Vintage Mid century Hindu art of a peaceful Naga Meditating Buddha figurine...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Resin
Japanese Signed Hand Carved Wood Noh Theater Omi-Onna Mask with Custom Box 1900s
Located in Studio City, CA
A truly beautiful, wonderfully crafted, alluring female mask made for the Japanese Noh theatre.
This mask is handcrafted and carved from natural wood and lacquer.
Omi-Onna's (...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Signed Waka-Onna or Ko-Omote Wood Carved Noh Theater Mask, Showa 1900s
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful, wonderfully crafted, alluring mask made for Japanese Noh theater.
This mask is handcrafted and hand-carved from natural wood and signed/sealed by the maker on the underside.
This mask is the mask of Waka-Onna - or young beautiful woman. It may be that of Ko-omote. Ko-omote translates as "little mask" or sometimes "small face...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Paint
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
Materials
Marble, Metal
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
Materials
Jade
Japanese Vintage Screen After Hiroshige "Tokaido Road" Byobu 28 Prints
Located in South Burlington, VT
This unusual Japanese six-panel Byobu screen with twenty eight (28) authentic and old Hiroshige Tokaido Road series ukiyo-e prints applied on paper, ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa 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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Glass, Wood
Trio of Traditional Kokeshi Dolls by Masahiro Satomi (1948-1994), Japan
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Trio of Traditional Kokeshi Dolls by Masahiro Satomi (1948-1994), Japan
Three traditional kokeshi dolls created and signed by Masahiro Satomi (1948-1994). They measure 14.5, 12 and 10.5 inches high. In good condition, with some shellac loss on head and body of large doll...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Wayang Puppet Wood Carving Set, Java, Indonesia, Mid-20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This wood carving set depicts mythical characters that are popular amid "Wayang" puppet shows. "Wayang" is a type of shadow puppet show originating fr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Javanese Tribal Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Paint
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 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
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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