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19thc Antique Monumental Asian Carved Wood Sculpture - A Carved Tree - Chinoise
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Huge Monumental 19thc Asian Japanes Carved Woor 1/2 Tree Sculpture of Asian Scenes in Full Relief. This was rendered from a huge hollowed out tree. One sculpture against one tree. Am...
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1890s Japanese Napoleon III Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

18th century Antique wooden Indian temple panel from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Antique wooden Indian temple panel Material : wood 52 cm high 25 cm wide and 13,4 cm deep Originating from an antique Temple Chariot 18th century With erotic figures See the last two...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Silvered Metal Manjushri, Sino, Tibetan Buddhist Deity
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A silvered figure of Manjusri seated in dhyanasana on a Pala style Indian base, wearing an ornate crown and wearing body jewelry, Manjushri holds the sword of wisdom in his right hand and above his left shoulder is a lotus flower upon which rests a volume of the Perfection of Wisdom Sutras. Manjushri - Tibetan Buddhist Deity...
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Mid-20th Century Tibetan Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

Antique Bronze Mandalay Buddha from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze 42 cm high 31,3 cm wide and 22,4 cm deep Weight: 11.5 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Mandalay style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 19th century Wi...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Late 19th-Early 20th Century Chinese Carved Soapstone Vase with Dragons
Located in Richmond, VA
Late 19th-early 20th century Chinese carved soapstone vase with dragons.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Southeast Asian Polychrome Figure, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This large polychromed wood figure from southeast Asia dates to the mid-19th century and depicts a male attendant or entertainer. Hand-carved by...
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Mid-19th Century Southeast Asian Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Ishi Sashi Ingot Weight, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Today known by the Japanese name “ishi-sashi,” meaning “awesome stone padlock,” this type of stone weight was used as part of intensive martial arts training. Hand-carved from solid ...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Limestone

Pottery Figure Seductress & Dancer Lady, Han Style Terracotta
Located in Miami, FL
A fantastic Han style terracotta figure. Such a figure is seen in the Han dynasty dating 206 BC-220 AD. The figure is of an alluring girl who is in a showing his suit. She has a full...
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Late 20th Century Asian Han Sculptures and Carvings

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Terracotta

Antique Burmese Sandstone Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: Sandstone Material: wood 60,2 cm high 32,3 cm wide and 19,7 cm deep Weight: 26.35 kgs With traces of 24 krt. gold Ava style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Bur...
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Late 17th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Special Antique Wooden Burmese Stupa from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: wood 150 cm high 82,5 cm wide and 82,5 cm deep Gilded with 24 krt. gold Mandalay style Originating from Burma 19th century The Buddha is 27 cm high  
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Wood African Stool
Located in New York, NY
Lovely patina on this beautiful African stool hand carved from a single piece of wood. Great for placing a book or perhaps towels in a bathroom, magazines etc. This stool was sour...
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Early 20th Century African Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

19th Century, Antique Laos Wooden Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Laos wooden Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Age: Laos, 19th century Size: Height 49.6 C.M. / Width 13 C.M. Size including stand: ...
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19th Century Laotian Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th century Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This Antique Wooden Burmese Buddha Statue, originating from Burma (Myanmar) and dating back to the 19th century, is a truly remarkable and rare artifact. Crafted from high-quality wo...
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19th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Thai Cast Silver Alloy Standing Buddha, Mid 20th Century, Thailand
Located in Austin, TX
An impressive and gracious Thai cast silver alloy standing Buddha, mid 20th century, Thailand. The Buddha stands upright upon a small square plinth. He...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Silver

18th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese wooden Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Age: Burma, Shan Period, 18th Century Size: Height 28.5 C.M. / Width 7.7 C.M. Height i...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

1980s Bronze Buddha Sculpture
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Bronze Buddha Sculpture.
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Late 20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Middle 20th century Old bronze Nepali Buddha statue - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Experience the beauty of traditional Nepali craftsmanship with this old bronze Nepali Buddha statue, a high-quality piece from the mid-20th century. Expertly fire-gilded with 24-kara...
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Chinese Polychrome-Decorated Carved Wood Figure of a Bodhisattva
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Chinese polychrome-decorated carved wood figure of a Bodhisattva Standing regally with her hands in vitarka mudra, a five-pointed diadem set on her head, the angular face with bro...
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20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

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 ...
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1890s Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

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...
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17th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Han Dynasty Stick Figure from Xian
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This Han pottery figure of a foot soldier is molded and engraved with facial details. It has been fired at high temperatures. The color pigments are painte...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Terracotta

Antique Amber Resin Confucius Sculpture
Located in Mérida, YU
Vitntage Cherry Amber resin Sculpture. Very good condition. Beautiful glowing red color.
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1950s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Resin

Early 20th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Immerse yourself in the serene grandeur of this Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue, an early 20th-century masterpiece from Burma (Myanmar) that epitomizes the spiritual grace and a...
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Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

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...
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19th Century Asian Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

11th century West Tibetan bronze bodhisattva with Silver Inlays.
Located in Ukiah, CA
11th century West Tibetan bronze bodhisattva with Silver Inlays-  I present to you a remarkable sculpture from Western Tibet that brings much more of a Western influence to it than t...
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15th Century and Earlier Tibetan Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Architectural Hand Carved Wood Temple Fragment
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique architectural carved wood temple truss fragment from Rajasthan India. Large and heavy wood hand carved fragment architectural temple fragment ...
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Late 18th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Middle 20th century Old bronze Japanese Amida Buddha statue from Japan
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : bronze 28,4 cm high 17 cm wide and 17 cm deep Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold Abhaya mudra Middle 20th century Bought in Nepal in 2022 Weight: 2,99 kgs Originating from Japa...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

15th century Special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This bronze sculpture, originating from Burma in the 15th century, is a rare and remarkable piece of art. Crafted in the distinctive Toungoo style, it stands at a height of 34.2 cm a...
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15th Century and Earlier Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Old Marble Crowned Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: marble 67 cm high 32,5 cm wide and 20 cm deep Weight: 36.95 kgs With traces of 24 krt. gilding Shan (Tai Yai) style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma Middl...
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

QING DYNASTY 20th Century Carved Tiger's Eye Foo-Dog Censer With Cover Lid
Located in Miami, FL
An early 20th century censer from the Qing Dynasty. This is a beautiful highly detailed small censer, created in the early 20th century during the Qing Dynasty, circa 1910. The cens...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Multi-gemstone

Large 18th Century Chinese Carved Wooden Altar God of Guan Yu
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Ching Dynasty carved polychrome seated altar god is a representation of Guan Yu. Guan Yu was a Chinese military general serving under the warlord Liu ...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Gold Leaf

Chinese Unglazed Ceramic Kwanyin Figure
Located in Queens, NY
Chinese molded, unglazed beige ceramic figure depicts the stylized Buddhist Goddess posed in a billowy robe with a painted floral pattern, a peaceful smiling facial expression, her l...
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20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic

19th Century, Antique Lanna Thai Wooden Seated Disciple / Monk / Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Lanna Thai wooden seated disciple. Age: Thailand, 19th Century Size: Height 35 C.M. / Width 19.6 C.M. Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradation due to its age...
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19th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

large Chinese soapstone carving of Chinese carrots
Located in New York, NY
38in(H) x 16in(W) x 9in(D) are the overall dimensions of the carving including its carved wooden base
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Antique Japanese Bronze Hatate 19th C Meiji Inkpot Japan Unsigned
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely and very detailed piece. . If someone were to bring up the topic of Japanese antiques, what images would come to your mind? Kimono? Swords? Armor? Possibly netsuke? A few might even know what an inro is. How about the yatate? I have shown a yatate to many of my Japanese acquaintances here in Tokyo, and was surprised to discover that most did not even know what it was! Artists and calligraphers usually knew right away, though. A yatate (pronounced yah-tah-teh) is a Japanese portable writing set. The yatate has been around since the Kamakura period (1185-1333). It contains a traditional Japanese bamboo brush and an ink pot filled with cotton or silk which holds liquid sumi ink. Yatate literally means "arrow Stand." The Japanese traditional way of writing is with a brush (fude) and ink (sumi). Before the invention of the yatate, whenever anyone wanted to write or draw in ink, he had to make his own ink by grinding the ink stick...
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19th Century Japanese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

"Grendel" Limited Edition Bronze Brutalist Figural Sculpture
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary hand-forged bronze Brutalist-inspired figural sculpture finished in an ebonized patina depicting a human head carved into a large animal\\\\'s tooth (PRICED EACH). ("GRE...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal, Bronze

Noh Edo Period Lion Mask
Located in Pasadena, CA
This a well-preserved lion mask that dates to the 18th century (possibly earlier). Lion masks were used in the traditional Gion Matsuri festival lion dances...
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Early 18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Noh Edo Period Lion Mask
Noh Edo Period Lion Mask
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Chinese Asian Giltwood Carved Ancestor Temple Shrine Emperor Figure on Animal
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic wood and gilt decorated hand carved Chinese ancestral temple shrine Emperor figure riding a mythical beast - perhaps a tiger. From a collection of Chinese and Asian artifacts...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Giltwood, Paint

Antique Wooden Burmese Mandalay Buddha from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: wood 87 cm high 39 cm wide and 24 cm deep Weight: 7.25 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Mandalay style Originating from Burma 19th century With inlayed eyes.  
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Early 20th Century, Burmese Vintage Bronze Figure of Athlete
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese vintage bronze figure of athlete. Age: Burma, Colonial, Early 20th Century Size: Height 25.8 C.M. / Width 13.8 C.M. / Length 20.5 C.M. S...
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Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Antique Bronze Pagan Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze 37 cm high 14 cm wide and 8 cm deep Weight: 5.043 kgs Is very heavy - solid casted Bagan style Originating from Burma 19th century  
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Quality Chinese Scholar Rock
Located in Norwood, NJ
Chinese Scholar stone, Meditation stone, Appreciation stone or Dream stone. All names for this beautiful natural stone that when studied evokes and por...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Antique Asian Carved Wooden Triangular Fragment Depicting a Falling Figure
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique carved wooden triangular architectural fragment from the 19th century, with falling figure. Hand-carved with meticulous attention to detail, this antique Asian wooden architectural fragment from the 19th century captures our imagination with its intriguing triangular shape and richly distressed patina. The central focus of this unique piece is a falling figure, skillfully carved and surrounded by elegant scrolling motifs that add a dynamic sense of movement to the composition. The figure, seemingly in motion, evokes a story frozen in time, inviting viewers to ponder its origin and significance. The fragment's weathered appearance enhances its historical allure, offering a tangible connection to the past. This piece's intricate design and the artistry involved in its creation make it a fascinating decorative element, brimming with cultural and artistic significance. Whether you choose to mount it on a base, hang it on a wall, or simply lean it against a surface, this antique Asian carving...
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19th Century Indonesian Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th c. Wooden Gilt Burmese Standing Buddha statue - Mandalay period
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Standing Buddha – Mandalay Period Burma (Myanmar), 19th Century Material: Gilt wood Dimensions: 105 × 50 cm This refined standing Buddha figure originates from the Mandalay period o...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Glass, Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer

Early 20th Century, a Pair of Burmese Wooden Male and Female Figurines
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of Burmese wooden male and female figurines. Age: Burma, early 20th century Size: Height 31 - 32.4 C.M. / Width 10.1 - 10.4 C.M. Condition: Nice condition overall (some expec...
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Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Special Burmese Wooden Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: wood 58 cm high 35 cm wide and 21 cm deep Weight: 10.5 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Shan (Tai Yai) style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 18th century In...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th century Antique pottery Radha and Krishna statue from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: Pottery 17,2 cm high 28,5 cm wide and 9,8 cm deep 19th century Weight: 2,02 kgs Originating from India Nr: 3733-70
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19th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

19th century Mandalay style Antique Burmese Offering vessel OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The antique Burmese offering vessel is a stunning piece of craftsmanship, skillfully made from lacquerware. Standing at a height of 55 cm and with a diameter of 37 cm, it boasts an i...
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19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Lacquer

Rare Large Antique Balinese Temple Hanging Lamak, Indonesia
Located in Atlanta, GA
An extraordinary "Kepeng Lamak" from Bali, Indonesia, circa early 20th century. Lamak is a general term for temple hangings, mostly made of disposable materials like palm leaves for temporary offerings. A small number, such as this piece, were made by wealthy and aristocratic families for permanent display. The lamaks are traditionally displayed in temples or residents for a strong spiritual reason in Bali that is known as "Artja". They could function as receptacles, or a vessels of for the habitation of the deities when they descent to the earth on propitious occasions. In a goddess form with a carved wood head adorned with painted face and mirrored crown who likely represents Dewi Danu, the water goddess, this lamak was constructed with a bamboo frame, cotton pompoms, fabric fragments...
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Copper

Old Burmese betelnut box from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Old Burmese betelnut box Material : lacquerware 13,8 cm high 16,1 cm diameter Early 20th century Weight: 666 grams Originating from Burma (Myanmar)
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Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Lacquer

Antique Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: wood Measures: 49 cm high 29 cm wide Weight: 5.35 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Mandalay style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 19th century.
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Oriental figure, Qing Dynasty, woman carved in carnelian agate
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Oriental figure, Qing Dynasty, woman carved in carnelian agate. Carved carnelian agate figure that represents an oriental woman surrounded by flowers and next to her a long-tailed bi...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Agate

A 19th Century Burl Root Wood Display Stand, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A striking root-wood display stand comprised of a series of entwined organic elements with various gnarled appendages, rising to support a plateau with a burled & polished surface. M...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Burl

Chinese Guan Yin Figure Early Ming Dynasty
Located in Lymington, GB
A rare Chinese Guan Yin figure, early Ming dynasty (1368-1644). Beautifully painted carved wood retaining a significant amount of its apparently or...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

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

Antique Gilded Burmese Offering Vessel from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: lacquerware 56,6 cm high 38,4 cm diameter Weight: 4.2 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Mandalay style Originating from Burma 19th century.  
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Lacquer

19th century Antique Burmese wooden offering vessel from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique Burmese wooden offering vessel, originating from Burma (modern-day Myanmar) and crafted in the distinguished Shan (Tai Yai) style, is a striking example of traditional c...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Bamboo Cloth Teapot with Arched Handle, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Tea drinking has been an integral part of Chinese culture for centuries, resulting in a wide range of social customs and material traditions. In addition to tea leaves, water, and he...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Bamboo

20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Animal Boar with Artist Sign
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese bronze animal boar with artist sign. Age: Japan, Showa Period, 20th Century Size: Height 10.3 C.M. / Width 8.5 C.M. / Length 23.2 C.M. Condition: Nice condition overall.  
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20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Antique Bronze Opiumweight from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze 4,3 cm high 2,6 cm wide and 3 cm deep Weight: 0.078 kgs Originating from Burma 19th century
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

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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