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Sculptures and Carvings For Sale
Antique Brass Baby Rattle Whistle Bell Dangles, India
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique brass baby rattle whistle bell dangles, India.
Handcrafted baby rattle in openwork designs with whistle handle and three decorative bell dangles.
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Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass
Hand-Carved Backstrap Loom with Tribal Engravings from Timor Island, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Hand-carved from Iron Wood this is a wonderful example of a Backstrap Loom, an essential component of Ikat textile weaving. The Curved section would fit around the weavers back not o...
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Pair of Antique Stone Figures Statues Han Style
Located in Somis, CA
A pair of vintage solid stone court attendants. Of tall slender form, wearing long flowing robes flaring at the bottom with hands within wide, decorative cuffs. The realistically mod...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Han Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Wise Man Octopus 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Wise Man Octopus 19th C
Measures- 4.5''H x 2.5''W x 1.5''D
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19th Century Asian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
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 ...
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Mid-20th Century Russian Arts and Crafts Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Pine
Chinese Terracotta Statue Tomb Figure East Han Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Chinese terracotta tomb figure (Ni Yong) from East Han Dynasty (25-220 AD), likely from the area of nowadays Sichuan. It depicts a horse groomer with tool and harness in hand. Dres...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Archaistic Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Clay
Large Burmese Bronze Medicine Buddha, Pagan Style, Late 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A large and magnificent cast bronze image of the Medicine Buddha, Bhaisajyaguru, rendered in the Burmese Pagan style, and most likely based on a period example that was either damaged or lost, 19th century, Burma or Thailand.
He can be identified as the Medicine Buddha by the hand that rests in his lap, with his middle finger touching the thumb. A medicine pot or fruit stem would originally have been placed in his upturned palm.
The face of this Buddha has been sculpted masterfully. He has a beautiful heart shaped face topped by hair neatly arranged in the typical "snail shell curls", and surmounted by a high ushnisha. Long, pendulous earlobes frame his face, a symbol of his princely past. He gazes serenely outwards from heavily lidded, downcast eyes, a content smile upon his full, lush lips.
The Buddha is portrayed seated in vajrasana (full lotus position), his elegant hands displayed in varada mudra, the gesture of granting favors and fulfilling wishes. Long, exquisite fingers extended, the thumb and middle finger touching in a gesture of compassion.
He is clothed in a simple kasaya wrapped around his body and over one shoulder, leaving the shoulder and part of his chest bare. The diaphanous garment clings to his body, outlining his well proportioned and graceful, almost sensuous, form. The excess material pooled in neat pleats in front of him. A sash thrown over his shoulder.
He sits upon a double lotus base upon a raised platform. The platform features two kneeling attendants, usually interpreted as the monks Ananda and Kasyapa. Between them is a circular disc representing the Wheel of Dharma. Contained in the disk is a flower with eight petals, symbolizing the eightfold path, one of the principle teachings of the Buddha.
The sides and back of the platform featuring a series of singha, or lions, representative of the Buddha's royal past.
An applied lacquer patina covers the entirety of the image. Large deposits of ash (from incense) are present between the curls of the hair, as well as some the other crevices, indicating this image was the subject of worship for many years.
Bhaisajyaguru, also called the Medicine Buddha, or Buddha of Healing, is a revered figure in the Buddhist pantheon as a master able to cure suffering, both physical and spiritual, through his teachings.
The Pagan Empire ruled most of present day Burma (Myanmar) from 849 to 1297. The capital, Bagan, served as a both the center of government and religion, where Buddhism reigned supreme. Bagan was also at a crossroads of the Buddhist world, with influence from India, Nepal, Tibet, China, and even Indonesia shaping their culture. As such, Pagan Buddha...
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Late 19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Animal Dog
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese bronze animal dog.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, 20th Century
Size: height 14.3 cm / width 6.5 cm / length 15.8 cm
Condition: Nice co...
Category
20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
19th Century, Rattanakosin, Antique Thai Wooden Seated Disciple / Monk
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Rare Thai wooden seated disciple with gilded gold.
Age: Thailand, 19th Century
Size: Height 27.8 C.M. / Width 15.5 C.M. / Thickness 10 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (so...
Category
19th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinese Carved Jade Brush Washer
Located in Astoria, NY
Chinese Carved Jade Brush Washer, decorated with flowers and bamboo. 2" H x 5.5" W x 3" W. Provenance: From the Upper East Side Apartment of a Former...
Category
Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
19th Century, Gilded Lacquer Tsampa Bowl from Tibet
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful late 19th century lacquer covered bowl that was once used for storing the famous Tibetan barley flour (Tsampa). This beautifully handcrafted wooden bowl has a gorgeous, l...
Category
Late 19th Century Tibetan Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
19th Century Carved Chinese Windows, Set of 4
Located in Atlanta, GA
This set of four, Chinese carved window screens is from an 19th century house from the Shanxi province of China. Carved from Chinese Northern Elm...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Elm
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...
Category
Early 20th Century African Tribal Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Antique Thai Freestanding Ceremonial Drum with Natural Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A tall antique Thai freestanding ceremonial drum from the early 20th century, with natural finish, reeded accents and circular flaring base. Born in Th...
Category
Early 20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
18th century Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Experience the timeless beauty of this antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue, a remarkable 18th-century artifact crafted in the elegant Ava style...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Rare 19th C. Chinese Nephrite Spinach Jade Carved Arrow Vase on Carved Wood Base
Located in New York, NY
An Incredible and Rare 19th Century Chinese Nephrite Spinach Jade Hand-Carved Arrow Vase with its Original Carved Wood Base. Nephrite is one of the two dis...
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Buddhisattva on an Elephant
Located in Greenwich, CT
Painted carved wood of Buddhisattva sitting on an elephant on lotus crown seat
Category
20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Qing Dynasty Hand-Carved Wooden Temple Corbel with Detailed Figures
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period hand-carved wooden temple corbel from the 19th century with detailed figures and custom base. Created in China during the ...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Handmade Vintage Indian Temple Horse Toy on Wheels from Madras with Spheres
Located in Yonkers, NY
A small Indian vintage carved wooden horse sculpture from Madras with distressed rust and verdigris and iron red colored patina and petite ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Thai Carved and Painted Wooden Monk Statue with Dispelling of Fear Gesture
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Thai carved wooden monk statue with red, black and gilt finish, inlaid mica and Abhaya Mudra (fear dispelling) gesture. Immerse yourself in the s...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Middle 20th century Old bronze Nepali Tara statue from Nepal - Original Buddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This old bronze Nepali Tara statue is a graceful and spiritually significant artifact from the mid-20th century, masterfully handcrafted in Nepal—a region renowned for its sacred bro...
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Natural Organic Burl Wood Flower Display Table, 38"
Located in South Burlington, VT
An attractive example of a burl wood natural organic wood flower or display table crafted from golden camphor wood root and burl. This stunning single roo...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Organic Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Organic Material
18th century Antique wooden Indian temple panel from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique wooden Indian temple panel is an exceptional 18th-century artifact, originally part of a traditional temple chariot used in sacred processions. Expertly hand-carved from...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
18th century Antique wooden panel of the goddess Devi from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique wooden panel of the goddess Devi is a remarkable 18th-century artifact originating from India, carved from wood and once part of a traditional temple chariot. Measuring ...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
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
Materials
Shell, Wood
19th century Antique wooden Indian temple panel from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Antique wooden Indian temple panel from , 19th century
Material : wood
69,2 cm high
11 cm wide and 18 cm deep
19th century
Weight: 5,25 kgs
Originating from India
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Old Burmese lacquerware betelnut box from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This old Burmese lacquerware betelnut box is a beautifully preserved example of early 20th-century craftsmanship from Burma (now Myanmar), showcasing the timeless elegance of traditi...
Category
Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lacquer
Old Burmese betelnut box from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This old Burmese betelnut box is a finely crafted lacquerware piece from the early 20th century, originating in Burma (now Myanmar). Measuring 15.8 cm in height and 18.3 cm in diamet...
Category
Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lacquer
Old Burmese lacquerware betelnut box from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This old Burmese lacquerware betelnut box is a finely crafted piece from the early 20th century, originating from Burma (modern-day Myanmar), and ref...
Category
Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lacquer
Agate Horse Bust with Green and Orange Crystals
Located in Somis, CA
A stunning 2.7 lb, all natural agate horse bust. The sculpture preserved the original characters of the gem stone with amazing crystal formations. Great de...
Category
2010s Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Agate
Gray and White "Seaside Mountains" Landscape Unique Work of Art, Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
With custom Arts & Crafts hardwood frame
Gray & White "Sea and Mountains" in one unique work of art, signed
This Chinese extraordinary natural stone "painting" of a mountain range in white and gray colors is called a dream stone Shih-hua. They are cut from historic Dali marble found in the Cangshan mountains of western China. These mysterious mountains, unique in the world, are known for yielding incredible and fantastic natural landscaped works of art created over tens of millions of years from mineral inclusions that affected the process of ancient organic material which transformed into limestone and finally resulted in marble- a metamorphic hard stone.
This art form is centuries of years old since the Ming dynasty. Dream stones became favored art in the west particularly since the 19th century when French collectors named them Pierres de reve.
This thin marble stone "painting" is approximately 1/4" thick and is cut from a large slab of rough material revealing incredible patterns in soft white and gray colors. Its weight is surprisingly modest- easily hung with standard hardware.
On occasion, private collectors would invite an artisan to inscribe a poetic description onto their more important dream stones and in this case the artists' seal mark and calligraphy translation reads:
Dimensions:
Frame: 13 inches high and 32 inches wide.
Site: 9 inches high and 27 inches wide.
Provenance: Private Chinese collection, Yunnan, China.
History of "White and Gray" dream stone paintings...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
Carved Wood & Polychrome Temple Fragment Head of Buddha
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Exquisite hand carved head of Buddha.
We are not experts so we're guessing this pieces age. Could be much older.
Wonderful decoration piece sat on a plinth of old green sidewalk glas...
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19th Century Nepalese Chinoiserie Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Glass
Vintage Chinese Agarwood Carving Buddha Pendent with 108 Beads Necklace
Located in 景德镇市, CN
Vintage Chinese Agarwood Buddha Pendant with 108 Beads Necklace – Hand-Carved Meditation Mala for Protection & Peace
Embrace serenity and spiritual tradition with this Vintage Chine...
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20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinese Stoneware Funeral Shrine Model and Figure Ming Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stoneware shrine model with a figurine made in Ming dynasty (15th-17th century) in China and used as funeral burial objects. It is not known whether the two objects were originally associated, but they display similar glaze and oxidation and were in the same collection. The stoneware building is an architectural rendering of a typical ancestor shrine used at the time. It features a single room behind an elaborate front with double doors, under a multiple layered eaves. There are great architectural and decorative details throughout. The green glaze shows a wonderful silvery oxidation, an indication that the piece was buried in the ground. The side appears to be glazed lightly originally and some scrape marks and oxidized glaze residues remains. The back is unglazed. The figure is a typical tomb figurine...
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16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stoneware
Middle 20th century Old bronze Nepali Buddha statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This old bronze Nepali Buddha statue is a striking and high-quality example of mid-20th century Himalayan artistry, originating from the culturally rich region of Nepal. Expertly cas...
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Middle 20th century Old bronze Nepali Green Tara statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This old bronze Nepali Green Tara statue is a captivating and spiritually rich artifact, crafted in the middle of the 20th century in Nepal. Made from solid bronze, the statue stands...
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
18th century Antique sandstone Ganesha statue from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique sandstone Ganesha statue is a magnificent and rare piece of 18th-century Indian art, showcasing the revered Hindu deity in a detailed and spiritually rich composition. E...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Sandstone
Middle 20th century Old bronze Nepali Buddha statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This beautiful old bronze Nepali Buddha statue is a finely crafted piece of spiritual art, originating from Nepal and dating to the middle of the 20th century. Made from high-quality...
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
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...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
Burmese Ava Period Carved, Lacquered and Giltwood Buddha, Late 18th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A sublime and rare late 18th century Burmese Ava period carved, lacquered and gilt Buddha. The historical Buddha, Shakyamuni, is portrayed in bhumisparsha mudra, the gesture of calling the Earth to witness, commemorating the moment the Buddha reached enlightenment.
The Buddha is dressed in patchwork...
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Late 18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinese Lingbi Scholar Stone Arched Form on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small desk top Chinese scholar stones (also known as Gong Shi, meditation stone and spirit rock) fitted on a hand-carved wood stand circa late 19th century. The specimen is of a black Lingbi type stone in an arch form mimicking a horizontal mountain range. The wrinkles and folds on the black surface were perfectly weathered by elements for millenniums. Smooth and rugged at the same time, the mountain range shows a poetic formation that was often depicted in the ink scroll...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Very large and special lavastone Buddha statue from Indonesia OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The lavastone Buddha statue is an impressive piece originating from Indonesia. It stands at a height of 200 cm, with dimensions of 54 cm in width and 52 cm in depth. Hand-carved from...
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2010s Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
15thC Thai Lacquered and Gilded Stone Head, 6597
Located in Ukiah, CA
Larger than life 15thC Thai lacquered and gilded stone head. Previous owner purchased in New York in the 1960s from a Manhattan antique dealer, thou...
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15th Century and Earlier Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Primitive Carved Wood Figural Tiki Totem Kinetic Wobbly Balancing Art Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Primitive Carved Wood Figural Tiki Kinetic Wobbly Balancing Art Sculpture. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 42" H x 24" W x 7" D.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique Tibetan Bronze Bodhisattva Tara (Du Mu) Statuary
Located in Pomona, CA
Featured a beautiful bronze sculpture of Tibetan Tara. This Tara is decorated with flowers, lariats, ankle bracelets. She wears an elaborate crown and is seated on a lotus throne. Up...
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
19th Century, Antique Tai Yai Burmese Wooden Seated Disciple / Monk
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese wooden disciple seated on a base, with gilded gold and inlay of colorful glass pieces on the borders of the robe.
Age: Burmese, 19th century
Size:...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stoneware
Italy Impressive Murano Gold Hand blown Glass Meditation Buddha, Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Unique one-of-a-kind meditaton buddha
From Italy and Murano comes this charming large scale, solid hand blown glass seated Meditating Buddha
It is a rare one-of-a-kind sculpture executed in amber color with gold flecking and high lights by maestro Giancarlo Signoretto.
Signature: signed on the front base Giancarlo Signoretto, about 1985
Dimensions: 15 inches high
Provenance: Veneto, Italy forty year old family collection.
Photographs taken both inside our gallery and outside in natural light for your viewing pleasure.
This is a one-of-a-kind treasure and would make a spectacular acquisition for the discerning connoisseur of artistic delights or a very special meditation room...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Glass
20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Animal Sheep
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese bronze animal sheep.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, 20th Century
Size: Height 10.4 C.M. / Width 8.5 C.M. / Length 11.2 C.M.
Condition: Nic...
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20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
19th century Antique pottery Parvaty statue from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Antique pottery Parvaty statue
Material: Pottery
13,5 cm high
12 cm wide and 7,6 cm deep
19th century
Weight: 424 grams
Originating from India
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19th Century Indian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Pottery
Late 19th-Early 20th Century Tribal Wood Paduka Sandals, India
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Late 19th to early 20th century tribal wood paduka sandals, India
A sculptural pair of Indian paduka (khadau chappals) sandals with a simple scale pattern and nice encrusted patin...
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Late 19th Century Indian Tribal Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Large Buddha From Myanmar In Gilt Bronze, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Located in Bilzen, BE
Gilded bronze Buddha in position to witness the earth, 19th century, Mandalay period (1853 - 1948)
Mandalay was considered the center of the Buddhist universe in Myanmar. King Mindo...
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19th Century Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Large Antique Sculpture of Resting Buddah done in Bronze, with natural rubies
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a gorgeous and large antique sculpture of Resting Buddah. The sculpture is shallow and it appears to have been mounted onto a stand before, as it shows ...
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1750s Thai Arts and Crafts Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
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
Materials
Wood
Antique Japanese Kutani Pottery Bodhidharma or Daruma Figurine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An fine, antique Japanese pottery Daruma figurine.
In the form of a Daruma, a depiction of Bodhidharma the semi-legendary founder of Zen/Chan Buddhism.
The figure's face and protruding toes are an unglazed dark brown and his robe has a dark red glaze.
Simply a charming Japanese figurine...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Pottery
19 Century Chinese Zhu Maoji Gilded Maitreya Smiling Buddha Statue
Located in 景德镇市, CN
19th Century Chinese Zhu Maoji Gilded Maitreya Smiling Buddha Statue
This 19th Century Chinese Zhu Maoji Gilded Maitreya Smiling Buddha Statue is a stunning piece of traditional cra...
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19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Animal Rooster with Artist Sign
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese bronze animal rooster with artist sign.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, 20th Century
Size: Height 29.8 C.M. / Width 13.3 C.M. / Thickness 9.8 C.M..
Condition: Nice condition over...
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20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early 1900s
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful work complete with a unique wood-carved and hand painted face, a wonderfully fabulous hairdo, and an original textile garment.
From a group of 7 Chinese opera puppets, we acquired from a collector. Each puppet shows clear signs of previous stage use. Clearly original works.
Likely from the early 1900s.
Would make for a great addition to any Chinese artifacts...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Textile, Wood, Paint
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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