Sculptures and Carvings
Sculptures and Carvings For Sale
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Asian Carved Marble Foo Lion Garden Sculpture
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Asian hand carved marble Foo Lion garden sculpture.
Category
1960s Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
Carved Wood Ainu Bear with Baby and Fish, Hokkaido, Japan, Keyaki, Showa Period
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Ainu Bear with baby and fish, Hokkaido, Japan, Keyaki, Showa period.
Hewn from one solid piece of Keyaki wood, this bear flashes a ferocious expression or...
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
18th Century, Shan, Antique Tai Lue Burmese Wooden Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Tai Lue Burmese wooden Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base.
Tai Lue is a tribal people living in Burma, it is difficult to find Buddha f...
Category
18th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Textile, Wood, Paint
19th Century, Mandalay, Antique Burmese Wooden Standing Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese wooden Buddha standing on a lotus base, with gilded gold and inlay of colorful glass pieces on the headband and borders of the robe.
Age: Burma, Mandalay period, 19th centur...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Woven Ikebana Hanging Basket by Suemura Shobun
By Suemura Shobun
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Japanese woken bamboo Hanakago, a wall hanging Ikebana basket by Suemura Shobun (1917-2000). The basket is entitled Purple Bamboo Mt. Fuji and was woven with Susudake (smoked bamboo) using irregular plaiting technique to achieve a voluminous form that resembles the iconic Mount Fuji and with the textural appearance of a bird's nest. The base was detailed with mushi-maki knotting and the mouth rim is equipped with a small loop for hanging. The surface has a lustrous lacquer coating that shows off the natural pattern of the bamboo marking. It houses a removable lacquered container made from bamboo culm. The piece is not singed, but it comes with an original fabric stroage pouch, and an original storage box (Tomobako), which is signed with the title on the esterior Mt. Fuji Purple Bamboo” and signed Suemura Shobun on the inside with two red seals.
Suemura Shobun was from Kansai region and active in Osaka. He studies under Yamamoto Chikuryosai I. Shobun is known for making unconventional baskets that are modern and sculptural.
For reference, see page 94 Master of Bamboo" Rinne.
For a recently sold basket...
Category
20th Century Japanese Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bamboo
Indonesian 'Wayang Kulit" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This flat shadow puppet was crafted on the island of Java by a puppet artist using buffalo hide and mounted on bamboo sticks. It features movable arms, controlled by outer bamboo rods (however this puppet lost one of its bamboo rods over the years due to age) It was used in Wayang puppet...
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Leather, Wood
Janna Thomas De Velarde for Tiffany & Co. Gilt Sterling Silver Figurine, c.1970
Located in Gardena, CA
Janna Thomas De Velarde for Tiffany & Co. gilt sterling silver figurine, c.1970
Janna Thomas De Velarde for Tiffany & Co. gilt sterling silver artichoke...
Category
20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Andrianna Shamaris Antique Statue from Borneo
Located in New York, NY
Antique male statue hand carved from a single wood log from West Borneo. Originally used to protect the home from evil spirits and placed into the ground in front of the house as a g...
Category
1950s Tribal Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
Indian Vintage Hand Carved Wooden Printing Block
By Rajhastani
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Indian wooden printing block mounted as Art.
Wood block print used to hand print textile.
Hand chiseled by specialized ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Large Vintage Mushroom Sculptures, 1970, Italy, Set of 2
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Very nice pair of wrought iron sculptures in the shape of Mushrooms, Italian origin, 1970 Metal sculpture and wooden base Very beautiful decorative objects.
Category
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
Antique Chinese Carved Bamboo Brush Pot, 18th/Early 19th Century with Wood Stand
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese Carved Bamboo Brush Pot from 18th to the early 19th Century with wood stand.
An amazing sophisticated design a...
Category
18th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bamboo
Early 20th Century, a Pair of Burmese Wooden Male and Female Figurines
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of Burmese wooden male and female figurines.
Age: Burma, early 20th century
Size: Height 31 - 32.4 C.M. / Width 10.1 - 10.4 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expec...
Category
Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinese Polychrome Wooden Altar Spirit, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved in wood, this 19th-century figure of a spirit paid tribute to ancestors past on a traditional altar table. Allowing the base to reflect the wood’s natural state, the artist ca...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Asian Sculpture / Okimono with Lion and Crows, Japan, Meiji Era, circa 1880
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Rare and important Japanese sculpture / statue / okimono in blackened and carved wood, depicting 1 lion, 2 birds (crows or other birds of prey) and 1 snake held in the claws of one o...
Category
1880s Japanese Meiji Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Modern Flock of Birds Sculpture Solid Brass Figurines on Walnut Rectangle Block
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Modern flock of birds sculpture solid brass figurines on rectangle solid walnut block.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass
19th Century, Mandalay, Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Lotus Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese wooden lotus Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on double lotus base, with gilded gold.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Size: Hei...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Hand Carved Monkey Family Sculpture Hear, See and Speak No Emil
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1276 Japanese hand carved hardwood monkey family sculpture.
Fine detail.
Category
Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood
Large Contemporary Japanese Woven Bamboo Sculpture Mimura Chikuho
By Mimura Chikuho
Located in Atlanta, GA
A contemporary hand-woven bamboo sculpture in an organic form by Japanese bamboo artist Mimura Chikuho (1973-). Named "Cloud on the Peak", the piece was made as one of his series in 2004. Entirely hand-woven in irregular plaiting, the artist challenged the traditional bamboo basket making and elevated it into modern abstract sculpture. The minimalist donut form resembles the hat-shaped cloud formed around the peak of the mountain (often seen on Fujisan in Japanese art). It displays a wonderful subtle undulation and irregularity in its organic shape, achieved by a mastery of the traditional technique. The irregular plaiting appears chaotic in its busy crossing patterns yet as a whole, the piece strangely quiet and introverted, demanding contemplation from the viewer. Signed "Chikuho" underneath in Kanji. The piece comes with its original storage paper box and a silk bag.
Provenance: Purchased from Tai Gallery/Textile Arts now (Tai Modern) in Santa Fe.
Mimura Chikuho was born in 1973 in Tokyo. He studied under Yufu Shohaku...
Category
Early 2000s Japanese Organic Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bamboo
Tibetan Tara with Recumbent Goose
Located in Somis, CA
Featured a beautiful silvered bronze sculpture of Tibetan Tara with an recumbent goose. The Tara is decorated with flowers, lariats, ankle bracelets and cuffs. She wears an elaborate...
Category
20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Naruko Kokeshi Doll
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Japanese doll called Kokeshi of the early 20th century.
Provenance from the northern Japan.
Dolls shapes and patterns are particular to a certain area and are classified under elev...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Carved Panel with Red, Black and Brown Lacquer
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period architectural panel from the 19th century, with carved monkeys and red, black and brown lacquer. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty, this wall hanging architectural panel showcases a subtle polychromy mixing red, black and brown tones. Upon closer inspection, one will notice the carved décor, with mythical creatures in the upper section followed by monkeys picking up leaves from a tree and elegant furniture in the lower section. Comprising of an ornate hook to hang on a wall, this Qing Dynasty 19th century carved panel...
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Song Dynasty, a Pair of Antique Chinese Pottery Brick Tile with Tomb Guardian
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of Chinese pottery brick tile with tomb guardian.
Age: China, Song Dynasty, 10th - 12th Century
Size: Height 19.8 C.M. / Width 16.9 - 17.7 C....
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Pottery
Ceramic Stupa Detail from Thailand
Located in New York, NY
A Stupa architectural detail from Thailand, late 20th century, hand-crafted in rustic earthenware.
The Stupa shape represents one of the most ancient and sacred Buddhist architec...
Category
1980s Thai Other Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ceramic
Han Dynasty, Antique Chinese Pottery Attendant Figurine
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Chinese pottery attendant figurine.
Age: China, Han Dynasty, 206 B.C. - A.D. 220
Size: Height 22 C.M. / Width 12 C.M.
Condition: Well-preserved old burial condition overall.
100% s...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Pottery
Decorative Togatta Kokeshi Doll Sculpture from Northern Japan, Hand-Painted
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and exceptionally 18 inches tall classic traditional Togatta Kokeshi doll from Northern Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted in the ...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
19th Century, Mandalay, Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Crowned Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese wooden crowned Buddha with gilded gold or sometimes known as 'King Buddha's, wearing diadem-crowns and ornaments of kings instead of ordinary monk...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Decorative Naruko Kokeshi Doll Sculpture from Northern Japan, Hand-Painted
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and exceptionally 18 inches tall classic traditional Naruko Kokeshi doll from Northern Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted in t...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
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.
Category
1960s American Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Andrianna Shamaris Triple Burnt Erosion Teak Wood Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Erosion organic teak sculptures burnt black. Great as art installations in sets of three or more. Please view the final image of a collection in 1 Hotel South Beach, Miami, which we ...
Category
2010s Organic Modern Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Chinese Bamboo Cloth Teapot with Arched Handle, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Tea drinking has been an integral part of Chinese culture for centuries, resulting in a wide range of social customs and material traditions. In addition to tea leaves, water, and he...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bamboo
Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A large and magnificent near life-sized Chinese carved and lacquered wood figure of a Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th century or earlier, southern China.
The figure likely represents one of the Five Tathagatas, also known as Dhyani Buddhas or Wisdom Buddhas. More specifically, either Amitabha or Amoghasiddhi. Amitabha is the Buddha of infinite light, and represents the wisdom of observation and recognition. Amoghasiddhi is the Buddha of accomplishment, and represents the wisdom of perfected practices. The size and scale of the Buddha indicates it was made for temple worship.
The large Buddha is portrayed seated in vajrasana, or full lotus position, with the soles of both feet facing up. His elegant hands, with impossibly long and slender fingers, perform shuni mudra, the gesture of bestowing patience. His right arm is bent at the elbow, the right hand raised to heart level. The left arm resting gently in his lap, the left hand at navel level.
The Buddha is dressed in voluminous robes that wrap around his shoulders and body, and tied at the waist. The heavy fabric draping and pooling elegantly all around his robust body. His broad chest and right arm exposed.
The Buddha's face is both solemn and beatific - his expression seeming to change depending on the angle of view. The most notable feature of his face is the large urna to the center of his forehead, set between a pair of painted, high arching brows over heavily lidded almond shaped eyes. A strong nose is set above a small mouth pursed in an ever so slight smile. Long pendulous earlobes touch his shoulders.
The Buddha's hair arranged in the typical fashion, with "spikes" representing tight curls. A prominent ushnisha rises from the crown of his head, covered by more hair, and topped with a rounded protuberance.
The Buddha is constructed from several blocks of wood, joined, carved and lacquered a deep red-brown with gold flecks...
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Hand-Carved Wooden Temple Sculpture Depicting a Thai Warrior Ready for Battle
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large hand-carved temple sculpture from the 19th century depicting a Thai warrior holding a sword and a trident, with great distressed appearance. Creat...
Category
19th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Decorative Kokeshi Doll Sculpture from Northern Japan, Hand-Painted, Signed
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and exceptionally 18 inches tall classic traditional Kokeshi doll from Northern Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted in the the early 20th century, covered with a ...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
19th Century, Mandalay, Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Monk / Disciple
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese wooden seated disciple.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Size:height 27.2 cm. / width 24.8 cm. / length 32.2 cm.
Condition: Nice condition overall (some expecte...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Golden Wooden Statue of Buddha, 19th Century
Located in Marseille, FR
Golden wooden statue of Buddha from the 19th century standing in a lotus flower with a height of 73 cm and a width of 24 cm. Remarkable patina. Some gaps.
Additional information:
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19th Century Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian
Located in South Burlington, VT
A Chinese hand carved and hand painted wooden effigy of a fantastic Bixie dating to before Song dynasty 1279 AD.
Please enjoy the beautiful remnants of its aged original swirling painted surfaces. It has been traditionally carved and assembled in three sections. The tail may be a later replacement.
Period: Song dynasty
Dimensions: 6 inches high and 15 inches wide
About Bixie
The “bixie” is a mythological creature commonly thought to be able to ward off evil forces with its magical powers. In fact, its name means “to ward off evil” in Chinese. In the Han dynasty, “bixie” were commonly represented as winged, four-legged beasts, a form that was probably transmitted from Western Asia.
Provenance:
This is from a private collection and were acquired by us along with a larger wooden horse...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinese Rust Agate Carved Teapot with Stand
Located in New York, NY
Asian Chinese rust agate tea pot with filigree handle and carved relief with a floral and scroll design. Damages to ring top-all pieces accounted.(modern base 1¬O" high).
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone, Marble
Asian Hand Painted Shell on Stand circa Late 19th Century
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-551 hand painted Asian scene in gold paint set on a stand.
Category
1890s Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood, Giltwood
19th Century Hand-Carved Wood Javanese ‘Wayang Topeng’ Theatre Mask, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A visibly old mask from the Javanese masks theatre ‘wayang topeng’: carved from hard wood, and painted on the front side. This mask is from Cirebon in Ja...
Category
19th Century Indonesian Other Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Carved Wooden Figure from Nias, Indonesia, circa 1960s-1970s
Located in London, GB
Carved wooden vise tool with human figure finial from Nias, Indonesia (circa 1960s-1970s). A striking carved piece with geometric patterns on the top and ...
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1960s Indonesian Tribal Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique Chinese Carved Hardwood Marble Top Plant Stand, Circa 1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Chinese plant stand offers inset marble top over hardwood base having pierced and carved foliate skirt, raised on cabriole legs ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
Early 19th Century, Antique Tai Yai Burmese Wooden Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Tai Yai Burmese wooden Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base.
Tai Yai is a tribal people living in Burma. It is dif...
Category
Early 19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
20th Century Chinese Cork Diorama, 1950s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful 20th century rectangular Chinese Cork diorama.
Finely carved decoration in its glass case and black lacquered base.
Careful and delicate work ...
Category
1950s Chinese Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Cork
Chinese 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 ...
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
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
Pair of Hand Carved Chinese Wood Carved, Bone Inlay Foo Dogs, circa Early 1900s
Located in Studio City, CA
Intricately carved wood and bone inlaid pair of Chinese foo dogs.
Very unique and wonderful. We haven't seen another pair quite like them. Sure to stand...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Bone
Vintage 12 Masks Chinese Wall Hanging
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Stunning colorful lacquer hand painted vintage 12 masks Chinese wall hanging. This is from the 1960s and is signed with a description attached to the back pictured in the photos.
Gr...
Category
20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Japanese Pair Antique Hand Carved Prosperity and Business Lucky Gods
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a wonderful pair (2) finely hand carved hardwood sculptures of Ebisu and Daikoko, two of Japan's seven lucky gods signifying prosperity, good busines...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
19th Century Chinese Hand Carved Wood Case
Located in Brea, CA
19th century Chinese hand carved wood case with intricately designed carvings of people, villages, and foliage.
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Carved and Lacquered Wood Shogun, Edo Period, 19th Century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
An unusual Japanese carved wood, lacquer, and gilt decorated portrait sculpture of a shogun, Edo Period, early 19th century, Japan.
The unidentified shogun (possibly Tokugawa Iey...
Category
Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
13/14thC Thai or Khmer Solid Terracotta Buddha Head, 7278
Located in Ukiah, CA
13/14thC Thai or Khmer solid terracotta Buddha head. Very beautiful life-size face that beautifully shows the transition between Khmer and Thai ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Terracotta
Pair of Two Weaving Loom Pulleys from Thailand, Ca. 19th century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
A pair of two carved wood weaving loom pulleys depicting peacocks and hearts.
Thailand,
Ca. 19th century
Wood
Measures: H 6 in x W 5 in each.
Category
Late 19th Century Thai Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
19th Century, Mandalay, Antique Burmese Wooden Standing Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Antique Burmese wooden Buddha standing on a lotus base, with gilded gold and inlay of colorful glass pieces on the headband.
Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century
Size: Height 5...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Southeast Asian Polychrome Figure, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This large polychromed wood figure from southeast Asia dates to the mid-19th century and depicts a male attendant or entertainer. Hand-carved by...
Category
Mid-19th Century Southeast Asian Antique Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Indonesian 'Wayang Kulit" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This flat shadow puppet was crafted on the island of Java by a puppet artist using buffalo hide and mounted on bamboo sticks. It features movable arms, controlled by outer bamboo rod...
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of 2 Kokeshi Naruko Japanese Wood Hand Painted Doll
Located in Bochum, NRW
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi, northern Japan, 1940s-1950s.
Handmade by Japanese artisans from wood. Have a simple trunk as a body and an enlarged head.
Painted by hand with lines ...
Category
1950s Asian Showa Vintage Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Maple
Decorative Togatta Kokeshi Doll Sculpture from Northern Japan, Hand-Painted
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and exceptionally 18 inches tall classic traditional Togatta Kokeshi doll from Northern Japan. Handcrafted of wood and hand-painted in the ...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
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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