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Sculptures and Carvings For Sale
Period: Mid-20th Century
Period: 1930s
Japanese Rare Large Bird Sculpture, Modernist Masterpiece
Located in South Burlington, VT
Beautiful and Rare example- first we have seen in this exquisite simple modernist bird form. The artist , Hiramatsu Koshun ( 1896-1975) lived in Osaka and studied under Ktsura Kosh...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Pair of Hand Painted Wooden Kokeshi Dolls, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Hand Painted Wooden Kokeshi Dolls, circa 1940 Origin: Northern Japan, circa 1940 Style: Japanese Kokeshi Dolls Material: Wood Experience the enchanting artistry...
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1940s Japanese Edo Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Old Garden House Model Stone Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
To your garden from Japan, and a recent Japanese acquisition Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor or outdoor garden space with this treasure from Japan! This is ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Japanese Big Bronze Crane Garden Fountain With Fine Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
Just received from our last shipment from Japan- the first we've seen Japan, a fine tall large scale red crested bronze garden crane purposely cr...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Massive Bronze Calming Trophy Koi Fish, Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
A giant hand cast serene bronze trophy koi fish sculpture Yuuri signifying calm and comfort by Japanese master metal artist, Ota Ryohei. Signed on base official label still present...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Old Vintage Pair Mahogany Rabbits
Located in South Burlington, VT
Good mahogany patinated garden candidates with old Japan labels This Japanese pair (2) of larger scale solid hand cast rabbits usagi with a mahogany pat...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Fine Blue Impressions Tea Bowl Hand-Built and Hand Glazed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Mint Shozan tea bowl, Akatsu ware, Blue Impressions. From Japan, a beautiful hand-built, painted and glazed, Akatsu ware tea bowl in an impressive Picasso like impressionistic mot...
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1930s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic, Pottery

Japanese Big Brilliant Blue And White Flowers Planter Bowl
Located in South Burlington, VT
Glistening blue glazed ceramic form planter or bowl, formerly a hibachi from old Japan dating 1930-1940. Beautiful white flowers are revealed in under glaze cream and blue colors. ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic

Japanese Vintage Gilt Pheasant Bird Lighting Lantern Censer
Located in South Burlington, VT
Beautiful old vintage gilt pheasant bird lantern and censer From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition with original attractive gilding present. Japan, an att...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Rare Old Pair Tall Trellis Flower Garden Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
Handsome examples- first of this design we have seen. Fine quality with original rustic garden patina. A special and unique matching pair of tallest old "trellis" design lanter...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Vintage Chinese Carved Stone Ruyi
Located in Pomona, CA
This magnificent Chinese stone Ruyi is hand carved from a whole piece of solid stone. It shows very detailed hand craft works Azure Dragon and Vermilion Bird on each end. Also, there...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Large Scale Japanese Cast Bronze Garden Peacock
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1172 Japanese hand cast finely detailed sculpture of a spread feathered peacock
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1960s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Andrianna Shamaris Framed Antique Hand Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved panel from Toraja. Framed in a minimalist black teak wood shadow box. This carving symbolizes peace and happiness. Circa 1950. This antique carving was hand carv...
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1950s Primitive Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Teak

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

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Iron

Middle 20th century Old bronze Nepali Saraswati statue - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The Old bronze Nepali Saraswati statue is a captivating and spiritually significant artifact originating from Nepal. Crafted from bronze and adorned with fire gilding in 24-karat gol...
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Middle 20th century Old bronze Nepali Basundhara statue in Varada Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This Old bronze Nepali Basundhara statue Inlaid with real gem stones is an exquisite representation of a revered figure in Tibetan Buddhism. Crafted from bronze, it stands at a heigh...
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japan Fine Old Stone Water Garden Basin Tsukubai
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a handsome round donut shaped stone water basin planter -tsukubai- created from natural granitefrom a decades old garden. This is a unique and visually attractive garden plant...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Granite

Varada mudra Old bronze Nepali Basundhara statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Old bronze Nepali Green Tara statue Material : bronze 20,3 cm high 14,1 cm wide and 12,2 cm deep Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold Dharmachakra mudra Middle 20th century Inlaid with real...
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Big Antique Bronze Temple Bell
Located in South Burlington, VT
For your special garden setting or indoor display space. Big Hand Cast Bronze Bell Dimensions: 19 Inches Tall and 11 inches diameter Handsome original old green patina- just the w...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Elegant Blue and Gilt Horse Hand Cast, Hand-Painted, Mint And Boxed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor display space with this special treasure from Japan. This is an attractive solid and finely cast effigy of an elegant horse ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Raccoon Dog 1900s-1940s / Sculpture Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old raccoon dog wood carving made in Japan. This wood carving was made in the early Showa period (1900s to 1940s). It is carved from a pine tree. In Japan, there is a...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Pine

Japanese Old Wood Sculpture Chimpanzee 1940s-1960s / Wood Carving Mingei
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese wood carving of a chimpanzee. It is from the mid-Showa period (1940s-1960s). It is made of camphorwood. It is a dynamic work boldly carved from a large tree....
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1940s Japanese Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Vintage Pair Cast Bronze Furry Rabbits One Standing One Crouching
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1577 Pair of hand cast bronze garden rabbits one stand and the other crouching Its fine detailed "furry" hair lines and original dark chocolate pa...
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1940s Asian Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Massive Vintage over Sized Owl Lighting Lantern, Finest Quality
Located in South Burlington, VT
Extraordinary size- Mint Condition- Signed Japan. Japanese massive over size owl lighting lantern, 12.5 inches tall. This handsome Japanese quality over sized iron "Owl" lantern is...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Large Italian A.Santini Faux Ivory Tusk Carving God of Longevity Chinoiserie 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
A huge Italian A.Santini faux ivory resin sculpture in a curved tusk form, standing 25" tall, of a detailed Chinese god of Longevity standing with a child, mounted upon a stand with ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Resin

1940s Cast Bronze Sukhothai-Buddha Head on a Grey Granite Base
Located in Berlin, DE
Emanating tranquility and timeless beauty, this 1940s Cast Bronze Sukhothai-Buddha Head rests serenely atop a distinguished grey granite base. A fusion of artistic mastery and spirit...
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1940s Thai Tribal Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Granite, Bronze

Japan Tall Kasuga "Zodiac" Stone Lantern, 104 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
A superb tall 104 inch kasuga stone lantern depicting the 12 signs of zodiac Call or message us for details. Japan, a Fine tall kasuga granite stone lantern with a beautifully car...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Granite

Bronze Toy Horse
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cast bronze toy horse on four wheels. Reminiscent of early 19th century Indian toys, these pieces were often left as offering in temples for children to find. The gift of the horse t...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Bronze Seated Buddha Figure
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chinese Bronze Seated Buddha Figure the garment with patterned decoration. The staff, back plate and fire ball within the hand are removable for easier tra...
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1950s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Monumental Chinese Rosewood Guanyin Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Monumental, vintage sculpture in carved rosewood of Quan Yin (Guanyin) measuring 50.5 by by 22 by 14 inches, depicting the Buddhist goddess of mercy and compassion, draped with a fie...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Rosewood

Monumental 23" Antique Chinese Gilt Wood Budai Hotai Buddha On Lotus Seat c.1940
Located in Richmond, CA
A monumental sized (H:42") vintage Chinese gilt wood carved Budai (Hotai) Buddha lacquered and gilt in gold. This large statue is well carved, showin...
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1940s Chinese Qing Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Giltwood

Japanese Old Perching Eagle Lighting Lantern, Brilliant Night Light
Located in South Burlington, VT
Old Antique Majestic Eagle Lantern Japan, this handsome quality "eagle" motif garden lantern is heavily cast and crafted for a lifetime! In a convenie...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Big Blue Flying Cranes Family Planter Bowl- Vibrant Colors
Located in South Burlington, VT
Flying Cranes Family Glistening blue glazed ceramic form planter or bowl, formerly a hibachi from old Japan dating 1930-1940. Twenty seven flying cranes are depicted in under glaze...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Large Hand Cast Prize Holstein Cow Lantern, Rare Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition First we have seen Japan, a magnificent original large black and white holstein prized cow in the form of an antique lan...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Middle 20th century Beautiful old marble Ganesha from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : marble 58,5 cm high 30,5 cm wide and 14 cm deep Middle 20th century Very high quality ! Weight: 15,13 kgs Originating from India Nr: 3726-4
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Mid-20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Marble

Japanese round shaped rabbits bronze pair Hiroharu Hiramatsu Showa era
By Hiroharu Hiramatsu
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of bronze rabbits running, their legs forming a round shape. Made by Hiroharu Hiramatsu (1896 Hyôgo prefecture – 1971, Fukushima,平松宏春). Specialized in metal art, he is a counci...
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1930s Japanese Japonisme Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Vintage Pair Chinese Pewter Guardian Foo Lions Hong Kong NG AN Signed Mid 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
Pair of vintage Chinese pewter guardian lions, in fierce sitting pose, with copper accents for sharp claws, and each topped with an adjustable height brass ball attached by a threade...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass, Pewter

Wood carved panel depicting fish
Located in NANTES, FR
Deeply carved wood panel depicting fish, maybe from Vietnam. The craftmanship is amazing, very decorative item. Do not hesitate to contact me for a shipping quote.
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Mid-20th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique African Headrest
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful hand carved African headrest with lovely patina. Circa 1950. We only select the best. Own an Andrianna Shamaris original. Andrianna Shamaris. The Leader In Modern Organ...
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1950s Organic Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Carved Statue of Asian Warriors on Wood Base - 2 pieces
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Asian Carved Ornate Wood Statue on Base - 2 Piece This carved wood sculpture depicts four men on four horses in the throws of battle. The figures rest on a wooden base. This...
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Mid-20th Century Asian Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Old standing marble statue of Vishnu from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : marble 52,8 cm high 23,5 cm wide and 10,5 cm deep Middle 20th century Weight: 10,92 kgs Originating from India Nr: 3725-2
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Mid-20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

Model of Chinese Beauty Pink Rose Quartz Goddess Quan Yin Hand Carved Figurine
Located in Tustin, CA
Exquisitely hand made and hand carved pink rose quartz figurine of the goddess Quan Yin. She is depicted holding a festoon of lotus blossoms and ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Rose Quartz

Middle 20th century old wooden Burmese Mandalay Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The old wooden Burmese Mandalay Buddha statue is a magnificent representation of artistic and spiritual craftsmanship. Crafted from wood, this statue stands 26,6 cm tall, with dimens...
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique African Headrest
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful hand carved African headrest with lovely patina. Circa 1950. We only select the best. Own an Andrianna Shamaris original. Andrianna Shamaris. The Leader In Modern Organ...
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1950s Organic Modern Vintage Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Vintage Chinese Relief Amber Snuff Bottle
Located in San Diego, CA
A vintage Chinese relief amber snuff bottle, circa 1970s. Amber is fossilized tree resin that has been appreciated for its color and natural beauty since Neolithic times. Much valu...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Resin

Serene Bronze Contemplative Buddha
Located in Somis, CA
A fine bronze statue depicting Buddha in contemplative mode. The broad face with closed eyes casting a serene aura, framed by long-lobed ears, beneath coiled hair and surmounted by a...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Middle 20th century old lavastone Stupa from Indonesia - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The old lavastone Stupa is a magnificent and sacred artifact originating from Indonesia. Crafted from lavastone, this Stupa stands tall at 99 cm in height and has a diameter of 70 cm...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

Large Pair of Antique Style Bronze Thai Praying Buddhas
Located in Stamford, CT
Large pair of antique style bronze Thai kneeling and praying Buddhas. Intricate detail, gilt head piece. Probably mid 20th century.
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Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Year of the Dragon Elaborate Hand Carved Stone Dragon Sculpture on Rosewood Base
Located in Tustin, CA
Intricately hand carved from a single block of richly variegated stone, this incredibly detailed and elaborate, Chinese sculpture is a true work of art. It features a dragon on a car...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone, Carnelian

Japanese Fine Gilt Double Bouquet Lotus Flowers
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions Original Japanese temple "blossoming lotus" flower bud stems form an attractive double bouquet. Made for a shrine altar, these flower blossoms and leaves symbolize the stages of the path toward enlightenment. The individual parts of each lotus is assembled and then joined in an arrangement of two stems and two bouquets and inserted into the vessel. This lovely Japanese gilt Lotus...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Paula Meizner "Untitled #16" Wood Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Paula Meizner (American, born Poland, 1904-1990) "Untitled #16" Constructivist wooden assemblage sculpture with carved and turned wood details, the statue resembling an abstracted fi...
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Mid-20th Century American Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Mid 20th Century Large old lavastone Buddha statue - OriginalBuddha
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Large old lavastone Buddha statue Material : lavastone 115 cm high 80 cm wide and 59 cm deep Estimated weight : 450 kg Dharmachakra mudra Middle 20th century Can be shipped worldwide...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lava

Mid-20th century Old wooden Burmese Monk statue from Burma - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This wooden piece, originating from Burma during the middle of the 20th century, is a fine example of Mandalay style craftsmanship. It stands at a height of 18.8 cm and boasts dimens...
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Mid 20th Century Special large old lavastone Buddha statue OriginalBuddha
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Special large old lavastone Buddha statue Material : lavastone 153 cm high 126 cm wide and 85 cm deep Estimated weight : +/- 1000 kg Dharmachakra mudra Middle 20th century Very beaut...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

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

Mid 20th Century Chinese Wooden Carved Pagoda/Nine Dragons Wall
Located in Pomona, CA
The original Nine Dragon Wall was built during the reconstruction of Ningshou Palace in 1772. It is 29.4 meters long, 3.5 meters high and 0.45 meters thick. It is a single-sided glazed screen wall built against the palace wall. Very famous in Chinese history. Up for your consideration is a reproduction of wooden carved nine dragon wall for decoration only. It has very delicate carving works of nine dragons on the front and nine phoenixes on the back. Also, there are four dragon posts to support the roof. Look at the detailed photos, there are some minor wears due to the age. but it still maintained its very good condition. Size: 17in H x 22in W x 3.75in D Origin: China Circa: 1950s Material: Wood Condition: Original finish, detailed hand carving works, normal age wear. Disclaimer: Due to differences in monitor/screen settings, product colors may differ slightly between product photos...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Abstract Lucite Swirl on Stone
Located in New York, NY
Mid-century modern abstract clear lucite "Swirl" sculpture, mounted atop a stepped black stone base, signed "Seewack" on the base of the acrylic. Age-related cracking across the luci...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs
Located in Stamford, CT
This is a nice pair of bronze Foo Dogs with a male and female with baby. They would look great in a garden or entrance to your home or garden. Foo Dogs also known as Guardian Lions s...
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Mid-20th Century 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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