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Sculptures and Carvings For Sale
Period: Mid-20th Century
Period: 1930s
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

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...
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Mid-20th Century Javanese Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

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

Materials

Jade

Chinoiserie Figure of a Chinese Man with Bird
Located in Bradenton, FL
This is a wonderful signed D. Polouiato vintage white porcelain statue of a young Chinese man holding a bird. Measures 22" tall x 10" wide. ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

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

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Wood, Paint

Japanese Rare Old Five Continents Globe Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions Japan, this handsome quality big swiveling "Globe" lantern is a special find and an authentic old work of art. Its rare design is unique...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

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

Materials

Plaster

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

Materials

Wood

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

Materials

Plaster

Old Marble Shiva Statue from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: marble 37 cm high 25,5 cm wide and 12,5 cm deep Weight: 8.595 kgs Originating from India Middle 20th century Very nice quality !.  
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Mid-20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Marble

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...
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1930s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

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

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Marble, Metal

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

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Wood

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

Materials

Jade

Huge Pair Vintage Garden Rabbits Usagi in Old Paint
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare pair white and chocolate hand painted garden rabbits A big handsome pair (2) old heavily hand cast rabbits in a realistic alert "ears pricked" pose...
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Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Chinese Lapis Lazuli Carved Group of Figures Sculpture
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a large heavy Chinese lapis lazuli well carved in details group of figures sculpture.`It depicts two young ladies very well dressed in southern and northern dynasty clothes with traditional Chinese hair...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Vishnu and Garuda, Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Vishnu and Garuda is an original artwork realized by Anonymous Indonesian artist in the 2nd half of the 20th century, Entirely realized in wood, in fine openwork carving. This ...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japan Mid Century "Wave" Hardwood Garden Bench
Located in South Burlington, VT
Extraordinary mid century design Bench #2 one of a pair currently available This is a handsome Japanese mid century heavy hardwood bench han...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

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

Materials

Wood

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

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Teak

Large Lava Stone Happy Buddha Statue from Indonesia Original Buddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique Lavastone Buddha statue is a truly unique and special collectible piece. Standing at 94 cm high, 119 cm wide and 65 cm deep, it is made of Lavastone, a volcanic rock kno...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lava

Vintage Monumental Regency Bronze Water Carrier Sculpture
Located in west palm beach, FL
A chic and fantastic vintage Regency bronze sculpture. A striking composition of a man carrying water buckets. Hand painted detail across the bottom of figure. Acquired from a Palm B...
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Mid-20th Century North American Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Old marble Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: marble 64,5 cm high 47,5 cm wide and 21 cm deep Weight: 55.35 kgs Mandalay style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma Middle 20th century Very nice quality !
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Marble

Single Square Walnut Wood Pedestal
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant square top pedestal made of carved walnut wood with square bottom base. Great display pedestal for sculptures.  
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1960s American Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Pair Hand Carved Wood Koi Fish Signed
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1202 Japan pair hand carved finely detailed pair of koi fish.
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1930s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Old Sandstone Absara Lady Statue from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: Sandstone 108 cm high 42 cm wide and 28 cm deep Middle 20th century Very beautiful high quality ! Hand carved from a single block of sandstone Can be shipped worldwide Orig...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Sandstone

Two Stones Ganesh Hindu Diety Statues
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage stone Hindu Ganesh collectible Hindu diety statue from India. Hindu stone amulet for protection, Ganesh is widely revered as the remover of obstac...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

4 Foot Tall Vintage Happy Buddha Sculpture, Hand Carved & Painted
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Very large hand carved and painted wood Happy Buddha sculpture. Hand painted Buddha stands 45". Comes with 30in foot tall orange pedestal(as found). C...
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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

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

Materials

Metal

Japanese Gilt Wood Panel Deer at the Base of Mount Fuji
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1262 Japanese gilt wood panel deer at the base of mount Fuji.
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1940s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Fruitwood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Lobi Chair from West Africa
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Lobi chair from Burkina Faso, West Africa. This is a rare piece of African furniture both sculptural and usable. The entire piece is hand carved o...
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1950s Burkinabe Tribal Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

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

Andrianna Shamaris Ancient Hand Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful ancient hand carved architectural panel from Toraja, Sulawesi. This impressive carving symbolizes courage and the protection of the home....
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1930s Primitive Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Old Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze Measures: 31,8 cm high 23 cm wide and 17,6 cm deep Weight: 4.482 kgs Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold Varada mudra Originating from Nepal Middle 20th century V...
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Carved Wood Thai Buddha Figure Kneeling and Praying
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Wood Carving Art Thai Buddha Figure kneeling and praying. Vintage Mid century wood carving art of a peaceful Thai female figure kneeling and praying. Beautifully detailed figurine reproduction of a classic Thai style Thepanom, an Aparasa in Sanskrit, similar to an angel in Judeo-Christian tradition. This Thepanom statue is an outstanding reproduction of a beautiful carving of the divine crafted from a honey colored wood. Add this Asian art sculpture to any room to relax and renew inner strength and happiness. A Thepanom is thought provide a delicate, divine energy for living room, bedroom, office or study. In Thailand, a Thepanom is considered a thoughtful gift of respect and friendship. Very nice work with good details. She is 9" tall. Thai kneeling...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

20th Century Chinese Cork Diorama, circa 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful 20th century oval Chinese cork diorama. Finely carved decoration in a glass case and black lacquered base. Chinese landscape view, a pagoda in a traditional garden featur...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Cork

1965 Mid-Century Austin Productions Sculpture
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
No words. This very rare example of Austin Prods. dated 1965. Such movement and definition.
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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

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

Materials

Plaster

Large Cast Bronze Buddha Hand Sculpture on Stand
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Oversized cast bronze Buddhist hand mounted on a black wooden stand and is covered with a great patina. A vintage oversized Thai bronze sculpture...
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Mid-20th Century South Asian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

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

Materials

Plaster

Chinese Soapstone Carving Running Horses, Mid-20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
Chinese soapstone carving running horses, Mid-20th Century. The large magnificent soapstone carving is depicting running horses beautifully carved in the natural soapstone placed on a wooden root branch. Galloping horses in Chinese culture symbolize upwardly movement which could mean a promotion or growth in career Shoushan stone...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Soapstone

Vintage Thai Wood, Leather and Rope Klong Khaek Processional Double Headed Drum
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Thai wood, leather and rope Klong Khaek processional drum from the mid 20th century, with ties and weathered patina. Created in Thailand during the midcentury period, this ...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Leather, Wood, Rope

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

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Iron

Japanese Kutani Porcelain Figure of a Geisha or Bijin, Showa Era, 1930's, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely Kutani porcelain model of a beautiful woman, bijin, or perhaps a geisha, Showa era, circa 1930's, Japan. A charming and delightful Japanese Kutani enameled porcelain figure of a bijin or geisha, early Showa Era, circa 1930's, Japan. The elegant figure of a beautiful woman, called a bijin, or perhaps a geisha, is portrayed dressed in full kimono and holding a closed folding fan in one hand. Her kimono of a rich and deep blue hue, with images of plump pomegranates in gilt. Her wide obi of a striking red color, and patterned with branches of pink blossoms. One foot, clad in a white tabi...
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1930s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

Group of Asian Hand Carved Gilt Wood Plaques
Located in Atlanta, GA
Group of five hand carved gilt wood Asian plaques, probably framed in the 1950s, the carvings may be much earlier. Beautifully framed in gilt frames with ...
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1950s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

Gnome Garden Sculpture in Original Paint "Flower Pot"
Located in South Burlington, VT
Nostalgic opportunity. America's friendly gnome- a jolly eyed garden guardian clutching a merry pot 'o flowers. This rare american whimsical hand cast iron sculpture still exh...
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Mid-20th Century American Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Pair Old White Hand Cast Garden Cranes
Located in South Burlington, VT
Pair Garden Cranes Fine white pair garden cranes offer convenient portability for your special indoor display or your favorite outdoor space. Japan, a fine set of two hand caste bronze detailed cranes in an attractive white color Handmade. Hand cast. Hand cast detail with detailed feathers...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Old bronze Nepali Buddha statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze 44,1 cm high 14,8 cm wide and 13,5 cm deep Weight: 3.475 kgs Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold Originating from Nepal Middle 20th century.  
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Old Bronze Nepali Green Tara Statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze 88 cm high 32 cm wide and 20 cm deep Weight: 13.65 kgs Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold Vitarka mudra Originating from Nepal Early / middle 20th century Very n...
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Large Lavastone Buddha Statue from Indonesia Original Buddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This antique lavastone Buddha statue is a truly unique and special collectible piece. Standing at 143 cm high, 112 cm wide and 73 cm deep, it is made of lavastone, a volcanic rock kn...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lava

Japanese Rare Pair Old World Globe Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions Japan, this handsome quality pair (2) of large swiveling "Globe" lanterns is a special find and authentic old works of art. Their rare d...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Vintage Northern Thai Double Ram Painted Sculpture with Gilt and Jewelry Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Northern Thai double ram black painted sculpture from the mid-20th century, with elegant antlers, green glass jewelry motifs and red accents. Found in Northern Thailand, this horizontal sculpture...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Old Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze 27 cm high 20 cm wide and 12,8 cm deep Weight: 2.704 kgs Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Nepal Middle 20th century High qu...
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Old Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze 30 cm high 24,4 cm wide and 18,9 cm deep Weight: 4.63 kgs Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Nepal Middle 20th century Very h...
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Old Sandstone Hanuman Statue from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: Sandstone Material: wood 50,5 cm high 21,5 cm wide and 13,3 cm deep Weight: 16 kgs Originating from India Middle 20th century From the state Odissa in India Can be...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Thai Wood and Leather Klong Khaek Processional Drum with Distressed Appearance
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Thai wood and leather Klong Khaek processional drum from the mid-20th century, with ropes and weathered patina. Created in Thailand during the midc...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Leather, Wood

Old Bronze Nepali Vajrasattva Statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze 52,5 cm high 31 cm wide and 23 cm deep Weight: 8.60 kgs Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold Originating from Nepal Middle 20th century High quality !
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Old bronze Nepali Buddha statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze 95,5 cm high 73,5 cm wide and 40 cm deep Weight: 58.55 kgs With traces of the original lacquer & gilding Shan (Tai Yai) style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating ...
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

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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