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Sculptures and Carvings For Sale
Padma Sambhav Teacher Gilt Bronze Tibetan Figure
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful, gilded bronze statue of Padma Sambhav, the founder of Tibetan Buddhism. This 2 lb statue is very finely made showcasing every detail from top to base, with hand painted ...
Category
20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
16/17thC Korean Baby Buddha pointing to heaven and earth.
Located in Ukiah, CA
16/17thC Korean Baby Buddha pointing to heaven and earth. It is dated to the 16C. Great condition only condition issue is the loss of one index finger, which is common for this form ...
Category
16th Century Korean Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Antique Chinese Carved Wooden Figural Pillow or Headrest, Qianlong?
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Chinese wooden head rest.
Carved in the form of a recumbent or resting man.
Decorated in polychrome decoration. The body painted in a silver tone with his hair and eyes in black with red undertones. There is further scroll work painted in stylized clouds and sun to the red and green.
There appears to be a carved ruyi in between the feet.
Simply a wonderful carved Chinese head...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Important Ancient Chinese Effigy Pug Dog, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644
Located in South Burlington, VT
China, a carving of a canine “Pug”, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644 CE
Dimensions: 38 cm, 15” High
Photographs taken indoors and out of doors for your viewing pleasure.
The hand carved limestone beast shown on its haunches with naturalistic joyful expression and a well defined compact head, ears, noes, eyes, feet, and tail parted to one side on reverse with distinctive collar ornament seated four square on a thick base all-over showing a weathered surface from significant age.
Formerly exhibited “Asia Week” New York City, Fuller Building, Hutton Gallery 2006.
Provenance: ex collection luoyang, Henan Province, China.
Includes custom display base as shown
Catalog reference: 35 years collecting 35 treasures, Number 35, p.76 (photo)
In ancient China, it is a well-known fact that several types of small dogs were bred and were favored pet gifts between emperors and kings including Lion Dogs, Pekingese and Lo-sze breeds. Some Lo-sze are pictured wearing collars with bells a frequent combination fancied by European royalty of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Lo-sze or pugs were prized for their compact body, good bones, flat face, square jaw, short coat, curled tail, side set back ears, and temperate disposition.
History:
Placing stone animals in important tombs can be traced back at least to the Qin Dynasty (221-206 BCE), some two thousand years ago. In ancient times, stone animals and human figures placed before imperial tombs symbolized royal power and privilege in addition to decorative functions.
The first Ming tomb...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Limestone
$6,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Old Japanese turtle-shaped wooden object/20th century/natural wood ornament
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese wooden object.
It is thought to have been made during the Showa era, approximately 1930-1980.
I don't know the type of tree.
It is made using the roots and kn...
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Painted Wood Sign with a Samurai, 19th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese carved and painted wooden sign with a Samurai from the Meiji Period, 19th century. This 19th century sign with a samurai was made in wood and painted in Japan during the Meiji period. The narrow rectangular panel features a painted frame with a character depicted in the upper section, showcasing a seated samurai wearing his armour. The section below is adorned with four lightly carved and back painted calligraphies. This tall panel can be hinged thanks to two square buckles on the top. Made during the 19th century, this antique Meiji period painted wood sign...
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antoni Gaudi, Mila no.4 Door Know, Polished Brass, 20th Century
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
Yeo Byong-Uk Korean Multi-Fired Stoneware Pottery Ceramic Vessel Vase Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
Breathtaking in execution and form. Minimalist in design yet commanding the viewer's attention. This amazing piece is by Korean contemporary ceramist Yeo Byong-uk who is predominantl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Korean Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stoneware
Decorative Togatta Kokeshi Doll Sculpture from Northern Japan, Hand-Painted
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and exceptionally 18 inches tall classic traditional Togatta Kokeshi doll from Northern Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted in the ...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Collectible Native American Indian Hunter with Wolf Headresses
Located in Miami, FL
Artfully crafted and attributed to Universal Statuary Corp. this collectible Native American Indian statue will look great in any western settin...
Category
20th Century American Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Plaster
$244 Sale Price
34% Off
Large Cast Stone or Cement Buddha Garden Figure
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An impressive cast stone or cement Buddha garden figure with good size and serene countenance. The Figure’s hands are in the Abhaya Mudra position denoting fearlessness and protection. The Buddha stands...
Category
20th Century Agra Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Cast Stone, Cement
Tibetan Bronze and Polychromed White Tara Statue 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Tibetan Bronze and Polychromed White Tara Statue 20thC
Measures - 5.5"H x 3.75"W x 2.75"D
Category
20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
$360 Sale Price
20% Off
Chinese Blanc de Chine (Dehua) Figure of Kui Xing, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A rare and interesting Chinese Dehua porcelain (blanc de chine) figure of Kui Xing, one of the five emanations of the Daoist God of Literature (Wu Wenchang), Qing Dynasty, 19th centu...
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
Large Jade-Inset Wood Ruyi Scepter, 20th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A large Jade-Inset wood Ruyi scepter, 20th century, The dark wood scepter is inset with three shaped gray and russet jade plaques the largest carved in hi...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Vintage Imported Tibetan Zen Temple Brass Protection Buddha Statue
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Imported Tibetan Zen Temple Brass Protection Buddha Statue
This beautiful heavily detailed gilt brass Tibetan buddha was acquired from an Asia antique collector's private es...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tibetan Rustic Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
20th Century Abstract Iron Sculpture, Japan
Located in Point Richmond, CA
20th Century Hollow Abstract Iron Sculpture, Japan
This heavy hollow iron sculpture by an unknown Japanese metalsmith is a knockout from every angle. It measure 9 inches high by 9 i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Miniature Gilt Buddha
Located in South Burlington, VT
Charming sculpture in miniature and with gilding
An antique fun loving handmade and hand caste gilt bronze seated Buddha, 18th-19th century.
These are handcrafted in quality ha...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
$80 Sale Price
58% Off
17thC or earlier Tibetan Buddhist Portrait Statue of a Monk in copper.-Animated
Located in Ukiah, CA
Remarkable 17thC or earlier Tibetan Buddhist Portrait Statue of a Monk in copper. Some damage to the back of the base in the spot where a hand would naturally apply pressure when hol...
Category
17th Century Tibetan Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Boxwood netsuke representing a ducthman with child and a trumpet
Located in PARIS, FR
Wooden netsuke of a standing Dutchman figure with his mouth open, leaning forward. He is wearing a long curly wig, a ruff and a long coat tied at the waist. In his right hand, the ma...
Category
Late 18th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Boxwood
Extraordinary Black & White "Moonlight Mountains" Natural Work of Art
Located in South Burlington, VT
Extraordinary natural stone work of art, one of a kind.
This Chinese extraordinary natural stone "painting" suggestive of a wavy mountain landscape features light and dark colors...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
Tibetan Tara with Recumbent Goose
Located in Somis, CA
Featured a beautiful silvered bronze sculpture of Tibetan Tara with an recumbent goose. The Tara is decorated with flowers, lariats, ankle bracelets and cuffs. She wears an elaborate...
Category
20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
$1,200 Sale Price
33% Off
Agate Fish
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful hand carved white agate sculpture featuring three angel fish swimming among sea grass. Three dimensional and lively. Skillful carving. Fish in the Chinese culture symboli...
Category
20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Agate
$199 Sale Price
50% Off
17th century Antique stone temple fragment - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Unearth the ancient whispers of India’s sacred architecture with this Antique stone temple fragment, a 17th-century relic (or possibly older) that carries the spiritual essence and artistry of a bygone era. Carved from natural stone, this enigmatic fragment measures 27.9 cm high, 7.5 cm wide, and 23.2 cm deep, its weathered surfaces etched with traces of intricate motifs—perhaps floral patterns, divine figures, or celestial symbols—that once adorned a grand Hindu or Jain temple.
Originating from India, where temple construction flourished under dynastic patronage, this piece reflects the mastery of stonemasons who transformed rugged stone into narratives of devotion, likely part of a pillar, frieze, or sanctum wall. Weighing 2.1 kgs, its compact yet evocative form bears the patina of centuries, with softened edges and mineral deposits that testify to exposure to the elements and ritual use. The fragment’s abstract geometry and symbolic carvings hint at its original context, whether depicting deities like Shiva, Vishnu, or Tirthankaras, or cosmic themes central to Indian spirituality. Created during a period of architectural splendor under empires like the Mughals or regional kingdoms, it bridges the tangible and the divine, offering a tactile link to India’s temple...
Category
17th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Indian Antique Polychrome Hand Carved Statue Depicting a Celestial Musician
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian polychrome and hand carved wooden sculpture from the early 20th century, depicting a celestial musician playing an instrument. This captivating wooden sculpture bea...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
19th Century Country House Dinner Gong Figure
Located in London, GB
19th Century country house dinner gong figure
We are proud to offer an exceptional 55-inch-tall fine figural country house dinner gong figure in the form of an oriental man which is hand carved pine with gesso detail. All section carved body, shaped bamboo legs and midsection detail with glass eyes. With long ponytail real hair detail. Wearing its original 19th century Chinese court official's winter hat made of soft black velvet and is covered with red silk fringe and hand-crafted brass and wood knob. The green colour knob on the top of the hat indicates that this hat was a Qing official's hat, and the knob is an imperial court cap knob button antique...
Category
1880s Chinese Victorian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Gesso, Silk, Velvet, Bamboo, Glass, Pine
Old lithograph signed André Favory
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Original lithograph 10/180, by the French painter André Favory, circa 1910.
Fine quality artist's piece. Very decorative, this lithograph does not lack character. Cubist landscape.
...
Category
Early 20th Century French Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Japanese Unglazed Pottery Figure of a Pedlar Being Stung by a Wasp
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An unusual and finely made vintage Japanese unglazed pottery figure of a pedlar being stung by a wasp dating from the 20th century. The figure is sea...
Category
20th Century Japanese Other Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Pottery
Blonde Reclaimed Wood Tablet Holder
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant holder for any tablet created of elmwood reclaimed from 18th-century northern Chinese buildings. Custom made by our PAGODA RED artisans.
Category
2010s Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Elm
Shan Burmese Carved, Lacquered, Gilt Wood Buddha, 18th Century, Burma
Located in Austin, TX
A stately Shan Burmese seated Buddha of carved hardwood, lacquered and gilt, 18th century or earlier, Shan States, Burma (Myanmar).
The dignified Buddha sits slightly pitched forwar...
Category
18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood, Lacquer
Japanese Folk Art Carved Gilt Wood Theater Facial Mask on Brass Base
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
2-342,Japanese Folk Art carved gilt wood mask on brass base.
Category
1960s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Chinese Figural Architectural Element Incense Burner Stand
Located in Forney, TX
A wonderful pair of antique Chinese red lacquer and gilt gold painted hand carved wooden figural architectural elements turned incense burner pillars. Highly detailed carvings featuring Asian pine tree motif representing longevity, horseback rider believed warrior Guan Yu...
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Chinese Gilt Limestone Stele of Maitreya Buddha
Located in Chicago, IL
This intricate limestone stele of a standing buddha likely depicts Maitreya, the Buddha of the Future. The only Buddhist divinity revered as both a bodhisattva and a Buddha, Maitreya is prophesied to return to Earth some time in the distant future and continue the historic Buddha's teachings of the Dharma. Like the historic Shakyamuni Buddha, Maitreya is a compassionate being devoted to showing the path to enlightenment.
Carved in the style of sixth century Chinese statuary...
Category
20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Limestone
Antique Indian Oversized Garden Candle Lantern / Sculpture
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-834 Antique Indian oversized hand crafted unique sculpture / candle lantern.
Category
1930s Indian Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
Tibetan Buddhist Deity Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva Cast Bronze Sculpture
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A metal cast bronze finish on brass in beautiful posture figure of Tibetan Buddhist Padmapani Deity Avalokiteshvara
Beautiful Asian sculpture after the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara (Padmapani, bearer of the lotus)
Dimensions: Height : 8.5 inches Width : 4 inches Depth : 2.75.inches.
Asia, Nepal circa 1950's.
"The bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara is the Buddhist embodiment of compassion. He is often portrayed as an elegant and gracious youth. The cult of Avalokiteshvara worship originated in India and spread across Asia, along with other Buddhist philosophies and practices. In some places Avalokiteshvara eclipses the Buddha in importance. Buddhist rulers, such as Prince Shotoku in Japan and the Dalai Lama in Tibet, have been seen as incarnations of this saviour.
In Nepal, Buddhism flourished alongside Hinduism long after the religion had lost favour in India. Although the kings of the Early Malla period who ruled the Kathmandu Valley were Hindu, some of the greatest artistic achievements of the age were Buddhist. This gilt copper figure...
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Southeast Asian Bronze Buddha Hand Sculpture
Located in Astoria, NY
Southeast Asian Cast Bronze Buddha Hand Sculpture, on a fitted stepped wood base. Overall: 4.5" H x 10.75" W x 4.75" D. Provenance: From a New Y...
Category
Late 19th Century Asian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Antique Indian Corinthian Capital Carving with Distressed Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian Corinthian temple capital from the 19th century, with distressed patina. Created to adorn the exterior of an Indian temple, this Co...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Gilt Bronze Tibetan Buddha Manjushree
Located in Somis, CA
A large, beautiful gilt bronze, 6.35 lb statue of Tibetan Bodhisattva Manjushree. This special piece features Manjushree with lowered head in the motion of observing and taking actio...
Category
20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
$1,400 / item
Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Buddha, 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Buddha 19th C....
Measures- 3''H x 2''W x 1.5''D
A finely carved 19th-century Chinese Buddha figure in celadon jade. The piece features a joyful expression and intricate detailing, characteristic of traditional Chinese craftsmanship. The celadon color...
Category
19th Century Asian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
$440 Sale Price
20% Off
Fly Away Silvery Scultpure
Located in Milan, IT
An ode to freedom, this sculpture flaunts a sinuous bird captured right before flapping its wings. Precious silver leaf covers its entire body, lending a stunning shimmering quality ...
Category
2010s Italian Other Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron, Silver Leaf
$2,933 / item
QING DYNASTY 19th Century Carved Foo-Dog Censer With Cover Lid In White Marble
Located in Miami, FL
A late 19th century censer from the Qing Dynasty.
This is a beautiful censer created in the late 19th century during the Qing Dynasty, circa 1890-1910. The censer has been designed ...
Category
1890s Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
$1,048 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Chinese Ming Dynasty Terracotta Courtsman Statuette with Original Polychromy
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Ming Dynasty painted terracotta courtsman figure with original polychromy. Attracting our eye with its weathered appearance and subtle polychromy, this Ming Dynasty terracotta courtsman figure exudes historical charm and elegance. This exquisite statuette, dating from the Chinese Ming Dynasty, features a courtsman resting on a hexagonal base, providing a stable and aesthetically pleasing foundation. Topped with a simple headdress and clothed in a long, flowing robe, the figure showcases a slight movement of the hips, creating a sense of liveliness and grace.
His right arm is extended in a gesture, while his left arm remains hidden under his clothes, adding an element of mystery and sophistication. The original polychromy, though weathered, adds a touch of vibrant color that enhances the figure's visual appeal and historical authenticity.
This Chinese courtsman figure will make for an exquisite decorative addition to any home. Its refined elegance and rich cultural heritage make it a versatile piece, perfect for placing on a commode, side table, or shelf. Whether in a living room, study, or entryway, this Ming Dynasty figure will bring a touch of ancient Chinese artistry and timeless beauty to any interior space.
With its harmonious blend of form and function, this painted terracotta courtsman figure celebrates the enduring appeal of Ming Dynasty art...
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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Terracotta
Bronze Tibetan Buddha Manjushree with Sword of Wisdom
Located in Somis, CA
A wonderful statue of Tibetan Bodhisattva Manjushree. Legend has it that he cuts water with the sword to divide the water resource to irrigate dry valleys. In Tibetan Buddhism, Mañju...
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20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Late Qing Carved Soapstone Jar Shaped Brush Pot
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A well carved Chinese soapstone brush pot of jar shape believed to date from the latter Qing dynasty and probably around 1900. The brush wa...
Category
Early 1900s Asian Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
19th century Antique wooden Indian temple fragment from India - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Antique wooden Indian temple fragment
Material : wood
15,3 cm high
7,1 cm wide and 10,1 cm deep
19th century
Weight: 409 grams
Originating from India
Nr: 3830-48
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
ANTIQUE CIRCA 1880 CHINESE BURR / BURL ROOT WOOD CARViNGS OF WISEMEN ON PLATFORM
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand carved antique Burr or Burl Root wood statue of the two wisemen on a platform
Please note...
Category
1880s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Russian Antique Kustar Painted Tobacco Box, 1930
Located in South Burlington, VT
From a New England collection and a unique find
Russian antique Kustar painted and incised tobacco box 1930
An all original work of art signed on ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Russian Arts and Crafts Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Pine
Hand Carved Sculpture of a Heron Painted with Purple, Orange and Black Tones
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage hand carved heron sculpture with polychrome finish. Hand-carved with charming detail, this vintage heron sculpture captures the grace and elega...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Old Bronze Nepali Lokeshwor Statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze
41 cm high
20 cm wide and 13,5 cm deep
Weight: 3.25 kgs
Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold
Originating from Nepal
Middle / late 20th century
Very high quality !
Category
Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Chinese New Year Antique Wealth God Caishen Sculpture
Located in South Burlington, VT
Our 34 inch tall Chinese Caishen's name is often invoked during Chinese New Year celebrations!
This is a large and unusual antique hand carved limestone Wealth God Caishen- coming from an old New England collection
Hand Made and Hand Carved
Measurements: 34 inches high and 15 inches wide,
Period: late Qing dynasty, late 19th-early 20th century.
This god grasps a silver sycee (an ancient form of silver wealth).
Provenance: Coming from an old New England collection and originally acquired from a Shanghai private collection decades ago.
History of China's Wealth God Caishen:
Caishen's name is often invoked during the Chinese New Year celebrations!
Caishen (simplified Chinese: 财神; traditional Chinese: 財神; literally: "God of Wealth") is the Chinese god...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Limestone
$2,800 Sale Price
56% Off
Ming Dynasty, Antique Chinese Painted Pottery Immortal
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Chinese painted pottery immortal.
Age: China, Ming Dynasty, A.D. 1368 - 1644
Size: Height 23 C.M. / Width 11.9 C.M. / Depth 8.5 C.M.
Condi...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Pottery
$880 Sale Price
20% Off
19th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique bronze Buddha statue is a truly unique and special collectible piece. Standing at 44.5 cm high, 23.6 cm wide and 13.5 cm deep, it is made of bronze and it weighs 8.93 kg...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Chinese Carved Giltwood Panel
Located in San Diego, CA
Antique 19th century Chinese carved gold gilt and painted wood wall panel or plaque with scholar and warrior figures scene. Signed on back as p...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
$2,600 Sale Price
25% Off
Ming Period Stucco Head of a Court Lady with Original Paint Mounted on Stand
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Ming Dynasty period stucco head of a court lady from the 15th or 16th century, mounted on a wooden stand. Crafted in China during the Ming Dynasty, this stucco head is moun...
Category
16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Stucco
JAPAN 1900 Meiji Carved Letter Opener With Sculpted Monkeys
Located in Miami, FL
Japanese Meiji period letter opener.
An exceptional letter opener, created during the imperial Japan in the Meiji period, back in he 1900. The letter opener has been carefully carve...
Category
Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Japanese Wood Netsuke " Two Rats " by Yoshitoshi Late Meiji Era
Located in Norton, MA
Presenting a famous netsuke artist, Yoshitoshi from Japanese, a carved netsuke "Two Rats" dated around the late 19th to early 20th century.
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Burmese Arakan Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Healing Buddha, 18th Century
Located in Austin, TX
An unusual 18th century Burmese Arakan style red lacquered and richly gilt cast bronze figure of the Crowned Medicine Buddha, commonly referred to as Bhaishajyaguru.
The Supreme Healer is portrayed seated in vajrasana (full lotus position) upon a throne of nine elephants, symbolizing the practice of samatha, or calming the mind (mindfulness) - specifically the nine stages of calm abiding. The hand in his lap holds a jar of healing salve. His other hand rests gently on his knee in varada mudra, the gesture of wish fulfilling, offering a myrobalan seed, a fruit said to be capable of healing emotional ills.
The Healing Buddha...
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Mid-18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Well cast 8-10thC Korean Buddha- nice face, remains of original gilding througho
Located in Ukiah, CA
Well cast very fine and rare 8-10thC Korean Buddha- nice face, remains of original gilding throughout. No damage or loss except for usual surface wear. ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Soapstone Carved Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Chinese Soapstone carved box.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
19th Century Buddhist Calligraphy Prayer Board "Guanyin"
Located in New York, NY
Rare 19th century Buddhist Taoist Prayer Board. Beautifully carved gilded calligraphy prayer board blessing. This is a singular solid board of wood.
A...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Curtis Jere Modern Pop Art 1988 Red Metal Tennis Racquet and Ball Wall Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Curtis Jere Modern Pop Art 1988 Red Metal Tennis Racquet and Ball Wall Sculpture. Item featured is a very rare model, metal construction, original date and signature, very co...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
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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12 Calming Spaces Inspired by Japanese Design
From cherry-blossom-adorned walls paired with glamorous lighting to wood-paneled ceilings above checkerboard-patterned chairs, these 12 spaces seamlessly blend Eastern and Western aesthetics.
Rodrigo Rivero Lake’s Mexico City Showroom Is a Museum-Worthy Trove of Spanish Colonial and Asian Antiques
The dealer and curator has spent the past 50 years amassing a collection of exceptional art, furniture and architectural elements that trace the cultural influence of the Spanish empire from Europe to the Americas and beyond.
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Ming Dynasty Figures
Japanese Garden Basins
Jade Carving On Stand
Monk Head
Hands Up Buddha
Japan Temple Flowers
Japanese Garden Seats
Lotus Flower Buddhist
Japanese Root
Large Carved Wood Buddha
Jade Bamboo
Happy Buddha
Japanese Edo Buddha
Japanese Wood Trunk
Marble Sculpture Buddha
Japanese Altar
Japanese Stone Basin
Japanese Wood Lantern