Skip to main content

Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

2
97
to
23
68
16
97
97
97
4
191
261
488
28
184
47
12
1
8
4
4
12
8
4
3
43
26
19
16
12
451
238
137
129
1
Period: Mid-20th Century
Place of Origin: Chinese
Antique Monumental Chinese Mandorla Carved Sculpted Statues - Set of 2
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Monumental Chinese Quan-Yin Sitting Mandorla Carved Polychromed Wood Sculpted Statues - Set of 2 This set of two antique monumental Chinese Quan-Yin sitting mandorla carved ...
Category

1940s Other Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Rosewood

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...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

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...
Category

1940s Qing Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Giltwood

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 ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Rose Quartz

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Resin

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass, Pewter

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone, Carnelian

Vintage Carved White Jade Panther
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring the excitement of the jungle into the comfort of your own home! This stunningly carved stone big cat features a beautiful white jade hue with natural streaks of green and gold...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone, Jade

Grande Buddha Cinese in Legno
By Ebanista
Located in Brescia, IT
Grande scultura di un Buddha in legno scolpito e laccato in policromia di bella proporzione e colore. Scultura riprodotta nel novecento con precisione e ottima qualità . Lo stato di ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Ming Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Male Foo Dogs Holding the Earth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful male foo dogs holding and protecting the earth. Very rare find and interesting take on the foo dogs considering they're both male.
Category

1950s Other Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta

Rare Pair Panda And Bamboo Garden Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare opportunity- first we've seen. This a one time opportunity to acquire a rare pair (2) of "Panda and Bamboo" lighting lanterns. A rare themed pair of heavy quality, hand cast ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of patinated bronze Chinese foo dogs, circa 1950s. The pair are in good vintage condition with amazing detail and a gorgeous patina. Each dog measures 4"W x 3"D x 3.5"H #3295
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Asian Mustard-Yellow Soapstone Carving Depicting Village Scene, 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The soapstone carving, with its smooth and polished mustard yellow surface, serves as a canvas for a scene that exudes life and detail. In the foreground, three villagers are expertl...
Category

Mid-20th Century Qing Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Soapstone

Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, Mid-20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The Chinese soapstone carving from the mid-20th century is depicting a village scene, is a stunning piece of art with intricate details and cultural significance. The carving showcas...
Category

Mid-20th Century Qing Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Soapstone

Vintage Ornamental Frog, Chinese, Malachite, Miniature, Late Art Deco, C.1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage ornamental frog. A Chinese, malachite miniature, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950. Charming little fellow, with wonderful green hues Displays a desirable...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Malachite

Chinese Rare Large Earthy Green And Yellow Jade Bi Disc with Vibrant Colors
Located in South Burlington, VT
An attractive Chinese Heavenly jade Bi disk carved in a rarely found combination of yellow and green jade with patches of brown accents in the stone that depict a green earthy feel. ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Colorful Pair of Asian Foo Dogs Believed to be Chinese circa 1960s or Earlier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Colorful Pair of Asian Foo Dogs, believed to be Chinese, circa 1960s or earlier.
Category

1960s Chinese Export Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

An early 20th century Chinese cloisonne sculpture of a five clawed dragon c 1930
Located in Central England, GB
An early 20th century Chinese decorative cloisonne sculpture of a five clawed dragon gripping a ball. This bright and unusual dragon is a Chinese ...
Category

1930s Chinese Export Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Copper

Chinese Rare Black Jade Bi Disc with Ancient Earthy Colors
Located in South Burlington, VT
An attractive Chinese Heavenly jade Bi disk carved in a rarely found black jade with patches of blue and brown accents in the stone that depict an earthy ancient feel . 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 5 inches high with custom stand as shown; bi disc only is 4 inches diameter 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 good 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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Chinese Wavy Mountains Stone Landscape Screen, Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Chinese "Wavy" Mountains Stone Landscape Screen With Original Black wood Display Stand Signed lower right. Impressive work of art with original wooden display stand. Dimensions: ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Qing Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone, Marble

Rare Old Chinese Watch Tower Garden Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent garden Acquisitions, Rare issue This handsome quality tall Chinese export pagoda top "Watch Tower" hand cast and hand painted lante...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

20th Century Chinese Sculpture, Censer in Carved Jade
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
20th century Beautiful sculpture in precious green jade made in china. Fine censer with carved decorations. The censer rests on a wooden base. Perfect conditions.
Category

1950s Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Chinese Carved Lapis Lazuli Figurine
Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
An exquisitely carved Lapis Lazuli figurine depicting an Emperor and Empress in the style of the late Ming to early Qing Dynasty. Crafted from genuine Lapis Lazuli, a rare and preci...
Category

1960s Qing Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

20th Century Chinese Sculpture, Geisha in Carved Jade
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
20th century Beautiful sculpture in precious green jade made in china. Fine figure of geisha with elegant kimono and lotus flower. The sculpture rests on a wooden base. Perfect condi...
Category

1950s Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

20th Century Chinese Sculpture, Tree with Birds in Carved Jade
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
20th century Beautiful sculpture in precious green jade made in china. High artistic quality a tree with many leaves among whose branches some birds can be seen. The sculpture rests ...
Category

1950s Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

20th Century Chinese Sculpture, Buddha in Carved Jade
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
20th century beautiful sculpture in precious green jade made in china. fine figure of Standing Buddha. The sculpture rests on a wooden base. Perfect conditions.
Category

1950s Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Pair of Hand Carved Soapstone Bookends with Asian Chinese Dragon Motif, Ca 1950
Located in New York, NY
A pair of finely hand-carved soap stone bookends featuring high relief landscape scenes with dragon heads. Perfect to use on a desk as a paper weight or decorative object around the house or office. Highly decorative and fitting for any interior style. Fantastic openwork carving of a dragon amidst floating clouds...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Soapstone

Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, Mid-20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, Mid-20th century. Shoushan stone carving is an art originating in Fujian Province in Eastern China. Use of the stone for carvin...
Category

Mid-20th Century Qing Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Soapstone

Large Solid Stone Sitting Buddha
Located in Somis, CA
A large hand carved solid stone Buddha statue seated in dhyana position. The broad face with high arched eyebrows and downcast eyes casting a serene aura, framed by long-lobed ears and beneath a pronounced hairline and surmounted by an ushnisha. Buddha wears a long robe...
Category

Mid-20th Century Tang Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Vintage Chinese Jade Hand Carved Stone Amulet with Acanthus Flowers and Leaves
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Chinese green jade hand carved stone amulet with acanthus flowers and leaves circa 1950's. Vintage Asian Chinese Jade hand carved s...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone, Jade

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese 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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Chinese 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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Vintage Pair Chinese Gilt Carved Wood Foo Dog / Guardian Lions Figurines
Located in San Francisco, CA
Offered here are a pair vintage Chinese gilt and carved wood Foo Dog/Guardian Lions figurines Wonderful craftsmanship with the hand carving that has gone...
Category

1940s Chinese Export Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Giltwood

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" ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Plastic

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Cork

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Soapstone

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. ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Chinese 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 ...
Category

1950s Chinoiserie Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Soapstone Seal, Carved and Polished, China 1930, Republic Period, China 1930
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Seal is in Soapstone, in white color. This has been made in China. The Period is the Republic Period, circa 1930. It is Hand-carved, and polished.
Category

1930s Chinese Export Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Soapstone

Pair of Large Vintage Chinese Hand Carved Gold Giltwood Foo Dogs
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful pair of large vintage Chinese hand carved wood foo dogs painted a deep red with a heavy gold gilt, circa 1960s. The dogs (or lions) are in...
Category

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

Materials

Wood

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Vintage Hand Carved Brown / Amber Jadeite Dragon, China, Mid/Late 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage hand carved brown / amber jadeite dragon amulet - China - mid / late 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - no loss - no damage - no res...
Category

Mid-20th Century Qing Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Large Domed Chinese Cinnabar Box
Located in Miami, FL
A large vintage Chinese red cinnabar box with deep relief carved lid depicting peonies, trees and a landscape with a palace. The round box has...
Category

1930s Chinese Export Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

Vintage Pair of 'Blanc De Chine' Porcelain Guanyin Statues, China, circa 1950
Located in Chatham, ON
Fine vintage pair of 'Blanc de Chine' porcelain Guanyin statues - each figure holding an applied flower and standing on a lotus leaf and decorative stan...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Carved Jade and Stone Grape Cluster, Mid-20th Century
Located in Delft, NL
Chinese carved Jade and stone grape cluster, mid-20th century. Chinese carved beautifully colored stone grapes with silk wrapped wire connectio...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone, Jade

Pair of Mid Century Chinese Copper, Enamel & Gilt Horses
Located in London, GB
A fantastic pair of enamel, gilt and copper horses. Take a look at all our pictures to see the intricate detail and life like expressions - amazing colours too. Made in China in th...
Category

1960s Chinese Export Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Pair of 18th/19th Century Solid Teak Foo Dogs, Opposing, Statuary
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of 19th century / 1930s solid teak foo dogs, statuary. A pair of finely carved from one sold piece of wood ancient opposing foo dogs. The dogs have uniquely expressive faces ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Oversized Antique Chinese Cork Diorama, 1940s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful oversized antique Chinese cork asian garden diorama from the 1940s. Stamp of the Chinese manufacturer. Blackened wood frame. Very nice quali...
Category

1940s Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Cork

Stone Buddha Universal Virtue Samantabhadra Pu Xian on Elephant
Located in Somis, CA
A very unique, large hand carved solid stone Buddha Samantabhadra Pu Hsien (Xian) statue seated in lalita asana position. The broad face with benevolent countenance, downcast eyes framed by long-lobed ears and beneath gathered hair. Buddha wears a robe falling in gentle folds and opens at the chest revealing an elaborate necklace...
Category

Mid-20th Century Tang Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Large Asian Bronze Foo Dogs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Large Asian Bronze Foo Dogs or Kylin Dragon, probably Chinese, circa 1950s or earlier. They retain their warm original patina. These were purch...
Category

1950s Chinese Export Vintage Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Recently Viewed

View All