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Item Ships From: USA
Period: 20th Century
Antique Balinese Buddha & Dewi Tara Goddess Indoor/Outdoor Garden Statues- Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Balinese Sculpted Buddha & Dewi Tara Goddess Indoor/Outdoor Garden Statues - Set of 2
Enhance the ambiance of your indoor or outdoor space with t...
Category
Balinese Rustic 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Japan Fine Antique Bronze Kanon Guanyin Signed Shohei, Beautiful Face
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a fine and elegant antique Kanon Guan Yin standing in a classic compassionate mudra- a superb work of art cast in solid bronze with original traces of old gold gilding.
Signe...
Category
Japanese Taisho 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
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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Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Japanese Imperial Coronation Hinamatsuri Doll Diorama
Located in New York, NY
Charming diorama, circa 1990s, representing the coronation of Emperor Akihito, born 1933, the 125th Emperor of Japan who ruled from 1989 until his abdication in 2019. With hand-pain...
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Japanese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Glass, Wood
Pair Antique Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Circular Plaques
Located in New York, NY
Pair of antique (early 20th century) circular wall plaques with hand-painted wooden frames and featuring mother of pearl inlaid figures of female figures dress in colorful robes.
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Chinese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Japanese Big Old Bronze Temple Bell with Brilliant Resonating Sound, 18Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
For your special garden setting or indoor display space.
Big Hand Cast Bronze Bell Bold with a most pleasant resonating sound
Beautiful resonating ring tones await the new owner of this big one-of-a-kind vintage bronze bell from old Japan. Its beautiful natural patina makes it an attractive and desirable work of art. This distinctive dragon headed bell called ryuzu and remarkable protrusions called chi chi or nyu are crafted by generations old skilled Japanese specialists to improve sound resonance and are unique to Japan's ancient traditions.
This vintage hand cast bronze temple bell dates to the middle Showa period, mid-20th century.
A scarce survivor, this rugged bell was gently used.
Please note its impressive cast dragon headed top ryuzu, thick walls and original blue gray toned patina.
Dimensions: 18 inches tall and 10 inches diameter. It has been used and possesses an original aged patina appropriate to its age-just the way we like to find them.
Its beautiful resonating sound is guaranteed to please you.
The ringing resonation of this bell brings to the Japanese people - the voice of Buddha- is even more impressive because of its thick walls (see photo). Its sound and voice of Buddha was used to deliver wishes to the temples patrons and followers.
Unique. Great garden consideration.
Only One.
We will also include a complimentary hand striker.
Lifetime guarantee of authenticity.
History of Japan's temple bells, bonsho :
Rather than containing a clapper, bonsho is struck from the outside, using either a handheld mallet or a beam suspended on ropes.
Antique Japanese bronze temple bells...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
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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Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Petite Butterfly Flower Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
An unusual hard to find size and scale -and a beautiful design of butterflies galore.
Japan, this handsome heavy hand cast quality old round "Petite Yukimi" motif tea garden lante...
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Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Chinese Ming Style Bronze Metal Seated Buddha
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Diminutive Chinese bronze metal Buddha sculpture depicted sitting. Beautifully crafted in the Ming style with intricate details. The bronze has a rich patinated finish with verdigris.
Category
Chinese Ming 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Lapis Lazuli Shiva Statue Natual Finest 8.5 lb
Located in Somis, CA
A rare 8.5 lb all natural lapis lazuli statue of Shiva, one of the most worshipped Hindu Gods. Hand carved by a master Indian artist, using the finest lapis lazuli gemstone with the most saturated, brilliant cobalt blue. Seated dyana asana on a throne supported by a tiger, Shiva holds a weapon of trident in his right hand and a damaru drum...
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Indian 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
Bronze Statue Sculpture of Ganesh Indian or Nepalese Bronze Hindu Statue
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Indian or Nepalese Ganesh Ganesha Bronze Statue Sculpture.
Beautiful bronze sculpture of Ganesh with a nice aged patina.
From a collection of Asian and ...
Category
Folk Art 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Rock Crystal Happy Buddha Statue
Located in Somis, CA
A precious quartz Happy Buddha, hand-carved from a solid block of all-natural fine grade rock crystal. Seated in serene repose, the Buddha's loose robe gracefully drapes around his u...
Category
Chinese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Rock Crystal
Antique Large & Heavy Chinese Hetain White/G Jade Carved Group "3 Rams" 20th C.
Located in Norton, MA
A nice hand-carved antique, a Large and Heavy Chinese Hetain White- Light Gray Jade of 3 Rams resting on the wooden stand., 360° carving. There is a meaning behind this artwork. Thr...
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Chinese Other 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
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 ...
Category
Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Rock Crystal Quartz Happy Buddha Statue
Located in Somis, CA
A precious quartz Happy Buddha, hand-carved from a solid block of all-natural fine grade rock crystal. Seated in serene repose, the Buddha's loose robe gracefully drapes around his u...
Category
Chinese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Rock Crystal
Set of Two Tibetan Tsa Tsa
Located in Chicago, IL
This stack of two molded ceramic tsa tsa bricks depict Buddhist deities. Each was a meditation created in a monastery by a Buddhist monk in training. They were...
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Tibetan Tibetan 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Steel
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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Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Early 20th Century Ming Dynasty-inspired Guanyin Wooden Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Inspired by the Ming Dynasty, this elegant statue of Guanyin, Goddess of Compassion, was hand carved in the 20th century. The artist captures the timeless and spiritual aura of Guany...
Category
Chinese Ming 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Chinese Antique Hand Carved Mythical Winged Guardian Sculpture
Located in South Burlington, VT
Powerful Hand Carved Sculptoral Work of Art, "Chimera"
This powerful old mythical winged sculpture could be installed in your favorite home, office, or ...
Category
Chinese Qing 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Limestone
Tibetan Protective Buddha Vajrasattva Gilt Bronze 13"
Located in Somis, CA
This gilt bronze sculpture of Buddha Vajrasattva stands as a testament to the sublime craftsmanship and spiritual significance of Tibetan Buddhist art. Weighing a substantial 7.25 po...
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Tibetan 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this artisanal koi sculpture is a traditional symbol of harmony and luck. For Buddhists, such a fish represents a freedom from all restraints. And b...
Category
Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Pine
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...
Category
Indian Folk Art 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Antique A Large Chinese Carved Hetain Jade Flower Vase w/ Stand and Box
Located in Norton, MA
Antique A Large Chinese Carved Hetain Jade Flower Vase w/ Stand, depicting pine trees, bamboo, and birds, raised on a wood stand with the original box, 20th C.
-Dimensions and Densi...
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Chinese Other 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Vintage Chinese Carved Malachite Guan Yin Statue, Phoenix Bird Surrounding
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Chinese Carved Malachite Guan Yin Statue, Phoenix Bird
Offered for sale is a Chinese hand-carved malachite figure of a Guan Yin surrounded by the wings of a Phoenix bid tha...
Category
Chinese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Malachite
Tibetan Buddha of Protection Udanaya 13" Gilt Bronze
Located in Somis, CA
A magnificent gilt bronze statue of Tibetan Buddha Udanaya. Poised upon a large lotus plinth, the Buddha is depicted in the "no fear" abhaya mudra gesture, symbolizing the dispelling...
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Tibetan 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japan Tall Iris Flower Garden Lantern Beautiful Original Blue Paint
Located in South Burlington, VT
A rare find in original and handsome old blue paint, this tall sturdy old "Iris, Flowers & Vines" tea garden lantern was cast in a convenient yet substantial portable size.
May be s...
Category
Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this artist-made koi is a traditional symbol of harmony and wealth. For Buddhists, such a fish represents a freedom from all restraints. The scales ...
Category
Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Pine
Large Antique Southeast Asian Painted Wood Buddha Statue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Larger than life, exquisite wooden Southeast Asian Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha mudra pose. The figure is solid wood painted red with gilded highl...
Category
Southeast Asian 20th Century 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
Chinese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Rosewood
Meiji Japanese Tsuda Family Embellished Jade Table Screen on Stand
Located in New York, US
Our large, antique circular jade exhibition screen from the Tsuda family is decorated with abalone shell, malachite, coral, lapis lazuli, pearl, and other hardstones. Depicted is a lakeside with figures in boats, colorful blooming flowers in the foreground, figures, pagoda and bridge and a rocky outcropping in the distance.
The legendary Tsuda family in Kyoto is revered around the world for their embellished jade carvings, particularly snuff bottles. Works by Tsuda Sokan and his son Tsuda Fukuya, regularly appear at auction and can be found in prestigious collections worldwide. Recommended literature: Moss, Graham, Tsang, A Treasury of Chinese Snuff Bottles, The Mary and George Bloch...
Category
Japanese Meiji 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Antique Primitive Indonesian Lesung Mortar Sculpture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this primitive Indonesian lesung mortar which has been mounted with two steel, leg-like rods onto a black wooden rectang...
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Indonesian Primitive 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
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
Chinese Tang 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
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
Chinese Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Lapis Lazuli Buddha Statue Hand Carved 6 lbs
Located in Somis, CA
Finely carved from the highest grade natural lapis lazuli from Afghanistan, this 6-lb gemstone statue exudes an aura of peace and tranquility, portrayi...
Category
Indian 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
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...
Category
Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Pair of Vintage Gold-Plated Bookends Rams Heads by Jaru
By Jaru
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Vintage Large Solid 18KT Gold Plated Ceramic Rams Head Sculptures, Bookends by Jaru, Hollywood Regency Style
Category
American 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Gold
Old Australian Aboriginal Peoples Throwing Club
Located in South Burlington, VT
A monumental Australian aboriginal throwing club, crafted from a very hard wood and it dates to the early 20th century.
Incised longitudinal fluted design with a pitch coated handle.
Condition: Very good condition. Display base not included.
Dimensions: 26.5 inches in length.
Lifetime guarantee of authenticity: All of our works of art come with our lifetime authenticity guarantee. Red base not included.
History:
The throwing stick...
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Australian 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinese Polychrome Harmony Fish, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this large koi sculpture is a traditional symbol of harmony and luck. For Buddhists, such a fish represents a freedom from all restraints. Much of t...
Category
Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Pine
Japanese Big Pair Iris and Flower Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
A decorative and functional hard to find pair (2) of handsome old "Iris and Flowers" garden lanterns in a convenient portable size.
These rugged hand cast lanterns hand painted i...
Category
Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Japan Complete Antique Five Bells Set Red Birds And Flowers, Beautiful Sound
Located in South Burlington, VT
Beautiful resonant chiming sound guaranteed to please you
From Japan, a lovely and unusual early 20th century attached collection of five graduated large to small scale bronze temple bells hand painted engraved with birds and flowers on a red patina ground- all suspended from a sturdy cord with a later added cinnabar round good luck ornament and tassel.
Early Taisho Period
Complete set bells when suspended top of loop to bottom of tassel/ornament, 36". Bell diameters from 3.25" to 6".
The delicate mystical birds and flowers and cloud like designswith a rim diaper pattern edge decoration suggest a joyful, spiritual and harmonious natural ambience. This is a handcrafted group is accompanied with a Japanese hardwood striker. These unusual hand painted bells with their fine old original and attractive patina make this special string of bells an unusual opportunity and deserving consideration for your special indoor, meditation or garden space.
The Clouds: "Kumo"- a decorative pattern -linked with the admiration for nature – with the classical meaning of clouds: hope, impermanence, omen, proximity to Gods.
Dimensions:
Largest bell 6 inches diameter and 3.5 inches high ; Smallest bell 3.25 inches diameter. and 2 inches high
Provenance: The bells come from an old Asian collection...
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Japanese Taisho 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Carved Wood Seated Buddha
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage hand carved seated Buddha Figure. A very well done piece.
Category
Thai 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Mahogany
Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Teak Wood Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Minimalist sculpture hand carved from a single block of century old teak wood. Finished with a natural oil revealing the beautiful wood grain. Set on a modern black metal stand 12” x...
Category
Organic Modern Vintage 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
Japanese Antique Playful Rabbit Family Amidst Flowers Two Panel Screen
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a small and unusual two panel tea screen of four playful rabbits amidst pink and white flowers in, byōbu. It dates to the Taisho period.
Dimensions: 41 inches high and 56 i...
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Japanese Taisho 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Silk, Wood
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.
Category
Thai 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Large Rose Quartz Ganesh Statue 5 lb
Located in Somis, CA
Crafted from the finest grade natural rose quartz sourced from Madagascar, this fine 5.15-lb statue of Ganesh is meticulously hand carved by an Indian artisan, with every detail exud...
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Indian 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Rose Quartz
Japanese Rare Antique Red Kurama Stone Spirit Lantern, One-of-a-Kind
Located in South Burlington, VT
Best In Class
From our recent Japanese acquisitions travels.
This unusual hard to find old Japanese red kurama stone lantern is known as an Obakedouro "Spirit lantern...
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Japanese Taisho 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
1920’s Green Japanese Porcelain Parrot
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Beautiful 1920’s prewar porcelain Japanese Parrot in rich green and shades of pink colors. Piece is stamped on bottom
Hand-painted,very detailed with ...
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Japanese Chinoiserie 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
Thai Polychrome Dancer Figure, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This seated figure of a Thai dancer dates to the early 20th century and is a fantastic example of Southeast Asian statuary. Comprised of polychromed wood with lacquer and mixed-media...
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Thai 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Soapstone Hand-Carved Bust of Brahma with Four Faces
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This bust is a beautiful representation of lord Brahma.
Brahma is a part of the holy trinity of Hinduism along with Vishnu the Preserver and Shiva the destroyer.
He is depicted in Hi...
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Thai Folk Art 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
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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Organic Modern Vintage 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Monden Kogyoku “Flower of Wave” Sculpture
By Monden Kogyoku
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Artist/Designer: Monden Kogyoku (Japanese, b. 1916)
Additional Information: Item includes the original box and packing cloth (both marked with the artist’s seal). Provenance: Tai Ga...
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Japanese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bamboo
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
Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Resin
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this artist-made koi is a traditional symbol of harmony and wealth. For Buddhists, such a fish represents a freedom from all restraints. The scales ...
Category
Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Pine
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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Asian Rustic 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
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
Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Rose Quartz
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this artisanal koi sculpture is a traditional symbol of harmony and luck. For Buddhists, such a fish represents a freedom from all restraints. The f...
Category
Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Pine
Overscale Vintage Hand-Carved Asian Buddha Statue, Vitarka Teaching Mudra
Located in Miami, FL
Overscale Vintage Hand-Carved Asian Buddha Statue
Offered for sale is an impressive and substantial very large Buddha that is
hand-carved from a ...
Category
Asian 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Walnut
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...
Category
Organic Modern Vintage 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
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