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Sculptures and Carvings For Sale
Period: Mid-20th Century
Period: Late 20th Century
Japanese Pair Brilliant Color Cast Bronze Koi
Located in South Burlington, VT
Brilliant original hand painted colors. Here's a rare find from a collector in Kyoto. A very unusual treasure from Japan. This is a finely crafted pair (2) of bronze koi...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa 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

Vintage Carved Chinese Window Panel in Mahogany with Chinese Tea Symbol
Located in Lomita, CA
The detailed carving and deep mahogany patina make this large square carved Chinese window panel stand out. The wooden panel can hang on a wall, b...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Mahogany

Chinese Round Green Cloud Bands Jade Bi Disc with Beautiful Translucent Colors
Located in South Burlington, VT
An attractive Chinese Heavenly green jade Bi disk with beautiful translucent "cloud bands" patterns of light and medium green horizontal accents in the stone that depict appealing movements. This comes from our private collection which we formed over a period of twenty years while traveling extensively through out all of China. Dimensions: bi disc is 7 inches high with custom stand as shown Jades were handmade and hand abraided and hand polished using tools of the time: bamboo, stone, water and stone dust . Notice the considerable calcification on the bottom edge of this example- evidence of submersion and great age. Provenance: Our private collection and accompanied by our Schneible fine arts Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity. Jade bi and Cong History These bi are regarded as cosmological symbols and as signifiers of status and wealth. These jades are hand abraided and hand polished using special polishing tools with stone, water. Notice the beautiful colors and "waves" pattern in the stone, uncommon in this kind of jade. Provenance: Our private collection and accompanied by our Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity. Early History: Flat jade discs with a round central hole bi are among the earliest surviving artifacts of China and must be considered among great ancient art forms- masterpieces of the Neolithic period. Nephrite jade from which discs were fashioned is a prime hard and strong stone, arduous to work by hand using Primitive...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Large Chinese Jade Horse
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Beautiful large and heavy sculpture of a horse made of Jade. Very nicely cut. The Jade has a very nice green color.
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1970s Chinese Tang Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Chinese Censer Mid-Century Bronze with Asiatic Lion and Gilt
Located in Lomita, CA
Bronze and gilt detailing combine to make this Chinese censer a beautiful decorative cast bronze accent. The bowl and cover are cast with various object...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Large Murano Decorative Blown Glass Wrapped Blue Hard Candy Paperweight
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage large Murano decorative blown glass wrapped blue hard candy paperweight. Vintage oversized Murano blue blown glass candy sculpture of candy wra...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Japan Gold Gilt Good Luck Elephant Censer
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare find: Ancient Japanese design gilt censer of a good luck elephant- signed Japan This model elephant sculptural LED candle holder and censer was crafted in a handsome gilt finish iron of an effigy of an ancient elephant...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Vintage Single Solid Bronze Tibetan Foo Dog/Lion Sculpture
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Amazing vintage solid bronze Tibetan Foo dog/Lion has a wooden base that it’s not fixed to the sculpture It’s a heavy and extremely detailed piece th...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Lovely Old Petite Yukimi Garden Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
Unusual find- A first In this simple yet handsome Yukimi "snow" lantern - petite size- and uncommon motif Unique "double cloud" firebox design. Japan, this handsome quality ol...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Andrianna Shamaris Husband and Wife Statue
Located in New York, NY
Sandstone husband and wife statue. Handmade from the island of Sumba. This statue was handmade in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese philosophy that...
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1950s Primitive Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Sandstone

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

Materials

Marble, Metal

Small Japanese Antique Kokeshi with Wooden Box Showa Period
Located in Paris, FR
-Details- Era: Showa (around 1970) Sold with box and the 2 pieces Originally intended as toys for little girls, they were later sold as souvenirs, and today symbolize fertility ...
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1970s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Vintage Asian Carved Hard Stone Urns on Stands with Intricate Detail
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A vintage pair of Asian hand carved hard stone urns with intricate detail of dragons, scenery and Asian symbols on wood bases.
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Mid-20th Century Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

1960s Hand Carved Thailand Elephant Playing a Horn
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s Hand Carved Thailand Elephant Playing A Horn All Wood Musician Ganesh / Musician Ganesha Thailand Ganesh Ganesh as a musician who, like Shiva, gives rhythm to the universe
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1960s Unknown Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Wild Boar 1940s-1960s / Animal Figurine Object Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese boar figurine. This figurine dates from the mid-Showa period (1940s-1960s). It is made by shaping it with wood chips and covering it with Japanese paper...
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1940s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Paper

Pair of Vintage Northern Thai Double Ram Sculptures with Reddish Brown Lacquer
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of vintage Northern Thai double ram reddish brown lacquered sculptures from the mid-20th century, with elegant black antlers, green glass jewelry...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Glass, Wood

Japanese Signed Hand Carved Wood Noh Theater Mask of Doji, Early Showa Period
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful, wonderfully crafted, alluring mask made for Japanese Noh theatre. The mask is handcrafted and hand-carved from natural wood and is signed by the maker. This mask is of the immortal character Doji who symbolizes perpetual and eternal youth ("doji" literally translates as "child") in the Noh theater world. He is portrayed as a handsome male...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Vintage White Marble Mughal Jeweled Elephant Sculpture Paper Weight
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage white marble Mughal Jeweled elephant sculpture paper weight. Finely hand painted animal sculpture of an elephant with colorful gold, pink and red color paint. Collectible ceremonial hand...
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Mid-20th Century Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Marble

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

Vintage Rare Bronze Tribal Ancestor Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare vintage figure. Stylistically primitive and raw, this beautiful bronze statue represents an old protective ancestor or soul. The skeletal figure and large head e...
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1960s Primitive Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

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

Japanese Antique Hippopotamus 1940s-1960s / Animal Figurine Object Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese hippopotamus figurine. This figurine dates from the mid-Showa period (1940s-1960s). It is made by shaping it with a piece of wood and covering it with Japanese pa...
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1940s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Paper

Vintage Italian Chalkware Fu Foo Dog Chinese Guardian Lion Sculpture Centerpiece
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Italian chalkware painted sculpture / statue in the shape of a Chinese guardian lion / foo dog, standing on a pedestal or stool. Signed a...
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

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

Materials

Bronze

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

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

Burmese Jade Pendant
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
A thick jade pendant carved from Burmese Jade. It features a beautiful range of colors including icy-yellow, apple-green and pale-green jade. Weight: 34.20 ...
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1970s Burmese Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Asian foo dogs. A chic glazed ceramic in bright clear colors. Two expressions add to the charm. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

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

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

Italian 1950s Plaster 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 Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Plaster

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

Japan Pair Red Eye Garden Rabbits Mint & Boxed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Original Mint & Boxed Set Two Rabbits Fine quality hand cast garden rabbits with unique red eyes from Japan This is a pair (2) of large scale solid hand cast effigy pair of pl...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Japanese Signed Hand Carved Wood Noh Theater Mask of Chujo, Early Showa Period
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful, wonderfully crafted, alluring mask made for Japanese Noh theatre. The mask is handcrafted and hand-carved from natural wood and is signed by the maker, clearly a mast...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Large Scale Chinese Carved Nephrite Tiger Sculpture
Located in Harlingen, TX
A large scale hand carved solid natural nephrite jade tiger statue. Dark green overall with swirls of dark & light green, yellow and cream. Dimensions: 14"W x 28"D x 24"H Pleas...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Japanese Antique Paper Object Wolf 1940s-1960s / Animal Figurine Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese wolf figurine. This figurine dates from the mid-Showa period (1940s-1960s). It is made by shaping it with a piece of wood and coverin...
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1940s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Paper

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

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

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

Daisuke Shintani Blown Glass Eye Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Daisuke Shintani (Japanese, XX-XXI) art glass sculpture depicting a blown glass eye form atop a textured green glass conical form, signed to underside. 4.5" H x 4" W x 3" D. Deale...
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Late 20th Century Anglo-Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Art Glass

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

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

Old bronze Nepali Green Tara statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze 51 cm high 32,3 cm wide and 28 cm deep Weight: 10.450 kgs Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold Originating from Nepal Middle 20th century Inlayed with gem stones
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Phoenix Bird and Dragon Box
Located in New York, NY
A black and off-white Chinese phoenix bird and dragon decorative plastic box with lid, circa 20th century, China. Box measures: 4.25" D x 8.25" ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Plastic

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

Old bronze Nepali Green Tara from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze 30,9 cm high 26 cm wide and 19,3 cm deep Weight: 5.597 kgs Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold Originating from Nepal Middle 20th century Very high quality !
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Old Wood Carving Monkey 1950s-1970s / Figurine Sculpture Mingei
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese monkey wood carving. This wood carving is estimated to have been made between 1950 and 1970. The artist's name and other d...
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1950s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Standing Buddha, Thailand
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Standing buddha, Thailand. Thailand Wood, lacquer Late 20th century Measures: 24 x 5.5 x 4.5 in. / 61 x 14 x 12 cm.
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Late 20th Century Thai Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Three Garden Rabbits Family, Usagi
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions and coming from a Japanese collector of rabbit usagi sculptures Rabbit family trio (3) seated rabbit sculptures hand cast and hand painted This is an unusual Japanese one-of-a-kind group in both large and small scale Quality: Hand cast with carved ears...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze, Iron

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

Japanese Pair Old Big Feet Owl Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
Pair bursting brilliant night light in all directions! From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition with attractive verdigris and gilding present. Hard to find pa...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

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

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

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

Hard to Find Japanese "Butterfly and Tree" Hand Cast Garden Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition- first we've seen Japan, an attractive and sturdy lantern with a unique "Butterfly and Tree" motif on each side of the ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Rare Old "Cape Hattaras" Lighthouse Sculpture in Vibrant Original Colors
Located in South Burlington, VT
A hard to find tall 21 inch Nautical delight with original hand painted colors that authentically reproduces the actual colors and handsome physical architecture of today's Cape Hattaras light house (See Third Photo). First we've seen in this massive size, quality, and condition. Original hand painted colors of red, black, green, and white Heavily hand cast by expert artisans of that day, it is cast upon a well detailed base as shown and in a convenient highly displayable, portable size. It still retains original attractive vibrant hand painted colors and patina. Dimensions: Height 21 inches Width 8 3/4 inches Depth 4 1/2 inches Good garden candidate- an ideal accent size for your indoor gallery display or favorite outdoor garden space. Many of our customers display these sentimental favorites as romantic and enjoyable decorative accents for entertaining friends and family. They are a perfect choice for your indoor or outdoor garden space. Provenance: Old American/ Japanese garden Lifetime guarantee of authenticity. We are members of NAJGA North American Japanese Garden Association. History of Cape Hattaras Light House: Built in 1870, the iconic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse stands watch over the Graveyard of the Atlantic's east coast. The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse protects one of the most perilous sea sections off the Atlantic Coast. At Cape Hattaras, the Gulf Stream...
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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Large Over Life-Sized Vintage Thai Bronze Buddha Head, circa 1970's
Located in Austin, TX
An large and impressive vintage Thai cast bronze Buddha head, U-Thong style, 1970's, Thailand. The larger than life-sized head beautifully c...
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1970s Thai Vintage 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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