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Period: 20th Century
Set of Five Korean Wood Print Blocks Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of five carved wood print blocks from Korea circa 1900s (late Joseon to early Korean Empire period). Constructed and hand-chiseled from hardwood, the printing blocks were finel...
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Korean Other 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
20C Chinese Soapstone Foo Dog Carving
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a lovely 20C Chinese soapstone foo dog carving.
Made in China in the early 20th century circa 1930.
This is a small green and brown ...
Category
Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
Japanese Antique Root wood burl sculpture display stand, flower stand wabi sabi
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Tree root display stand (Dai), made from antique wood burl, which looks like a lion dog / Komainu / Foo dog.
The product of 1930s to 50s (mid Showa period) estimate from the style & ...
Category
Japanese Folk Art 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Burl
Thai Sanding Bronze Buddha
Located in Greenwich, CT
Thai standing bronze Buddha, benevolent facial expression, beautiful form and lines.
Category
Thai Other 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Rare Mid Century "Wave" Pattern Garden Bench
Located in South Burlington, VT
Extraordinary mid century design
This is a handsome Japanese mid century heavy hardwood bench hand chiseled on plank in a dramatic "wave" pattern using traditional Japanese tools "Oire Nomi". The butterfly joint at the end reminds us of George Nakashima's popular technique he used on his famous mid century tables.
Solid and Heavy. Genuinely old waxed chocolate patina from care. We have applied a further protective coat of bees wax to ensure continued weather resistant use.
Dimensions: Seat height: 18 inches x width: 71 inches x depth: 11.5 inches, 65 pounds
Pair available.
About Japan's hand chisels "Oire Nomi"
The renowned metal-working arts of Japan are reflected in Japanese chisels...
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Indonesian 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood
Chinese Pair Buddhist Tang Bodhisattvas Hand Painted Old Wood Plaques
Located in South Burlington, VT
A wonderful Chinese hand painted pair (2) paintings on old wooden panels of Buddhist Bodhisattvas in amorous poses with child and elephant presence and long flowing robes. Frame ...
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Chinese Tang 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Bronze Tibetan Yab-Yum Statue
Located in Ferndale, MI
Yab-yum statue symbolizing a union of wisdom and compassion, masculine and feminine, active and passive, compassion and insight necessary for enlightenment. Has significant weight to...
Category
Tibetan 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Middle 20th century Old bronze Buddha statue from Nepal in Bhumisparsha mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Old bronze Buddha statue from Nepal
Material : bronze
31,9 cm high
28,1 cm wide and 21 cm deep
Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold
Bhumisparsha mudra
Middle 20th century
High quality !
Wei...
Category
Burmese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
White Ceremonial Granite Bi Disc
Located in Somis, CA
The Bi was a traditional ceremonial scepter used by the Chinese Emperors to connect with the Heavenly Gods. A symbol of unity and holistic harmony, it was used in ancient celestial c...
Category
Chinese Prehistoric 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Granite, Steel
Andrianna Shamaris Ancient Hand Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Ancient hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. The carving symbolizes both the protection of the home and courage. Originally used as...
Category
Primitive Antique 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Mid-Century Bronze Sitting Buddha
Located in San Diego, CA
Decorative mid-century bronze sitting buddha, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures: 7.5"W x 7" D x 11" H. Great ...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Large Carved Wood Hand Painted Elephant Side Table Plant Stand Shelf Art
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A decorative carved wood Elephant side table stool, hand painted in deep red paint, with decorative gilt and gem stones details. Most probably of Chinese origin, early part of the 2...
Category
Unknown Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Large Owl Master Work Charger Eva Fritz-Lindner, 19.25 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
The Artist's Personal and Unique Favorite, 19.25 inches diameter
This is a wonderful handmade, hand-painted and hand glazed charger featuring a magnificent owl in full plume. It was designed and hand painted by the now deceased master artisan Eva Fritz...
Category
German 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Japanese Antique Stone Statue Frog 1860s-1920s / Sculpture Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is a stone carved frog made in Japan.
It was made between the Meiji and Taisho periods (1860s-1920s), and is an atmospheric sculpture with a long history.
In Japan, frogs have ...
Category
Japanese Meiji 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Agate Happy Buddha 3 lb
Located in Somis, CA
A hand-carved, solid agate Buddha. He is depicted sitting with his robe open, cinched with a bow under his belly, an expression for great allowance. The h...
Category
Chinese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Agate
Big Spotted Year of Rabbit Sculpture- Hand Painted Masterwork Eva Fritz-Lindner
Located in South Burlington, VT
Unique one-of-a-kind Studio Creation- an unusual opportunity
Tall, old and all handmade and hand painted rabbit sculpture handcrafted and hand paint...
Category
German Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Set of 3 Japanese Inro Pill Boxes
Located in Munich, DE
These three antique handcrafted inro cases, are a wonderful collection of Japanese Sagemono (hanging object). These inro have several sections stacked ...
Category
Japanese Anglo-Japanese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bone, Bamboo, Wood
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
Category
Indian 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
Green Tara Gilt Bronze Tibetan Buddha
Located in Somis, CA
A stunning gilt bronze statue of Avalokiteshvara, the Great Compassion Green Tara. Seated in lalitasana with the right foot supported on a lotus stem that projects from the front of ...
Category
Tibetan 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Antique Pair Large Red And Gilt Elephant And Lion Temple Benches, 1925
Located in South Burlington, VT
Here's a wonderful find from our acquisitions trip to Japan.
We were fortunate to find this Art Deco period pair (2) matching hand-carved, hand red lacquered and gilt embellished temple wooden benches. The white elephant bench and matching shi-shi komainu temple lion both originally came from a temple near Kobe. Quite sturdy, they may have been entry sitting or shoe changing benches...
Category
Japanese Taisho 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Textile
Pair of Chinese Export Hardstone Horses and Stands
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Chinese export hardstone horses and stands, each one finely carved of a standing horse with one leg up, facing left and right. Removable from the associated lacquered stands....
Category
Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Precious Stone, Lacquer
Indonesian 'Wayang Kulit" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This flat shadow puppet depicts a mythical bird. It was crafted on the island of Java by a puppet artist using buffalo hide and mounted on bamboo sticks. It was used in Wayang puppet...
Category
Indonesian Tribal 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of 2 "Kokeshi" Dolls
Located in Barcelona, ES
Japanese dolls called Kokeshi of the early 20th century. Provenance from the northern Japan. Set of 2. Measures: 24.5 x 7 cm 25 x 6.5 cm Handmade by Japanese artisants...
Category
Japanese Edo 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Vintage Carved Wood Statue of the God Fukurokuju C1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
Vintage Asian Carved Wood Statue of the God Fukurokuju C1930
Measures - 19.25"h x 5"w x 4"d
Category
20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Early 20th century Old Burmese betelnut box from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This old Burmese betelnut box is a classic example of early 20th-century lacquerware artistry from Burma (modern-day Myanmar). Expertly handcrafted using traditional techniques, this...
Category
Burmese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lacquer
Chinese White Jade Cup with Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
Minimal and refined, this elegant Chinese cup has a simple silhouette sculpted from a single piece of luminous white jade, carefully selected for its clarity and pale color. The delicate form is shaped with a flared lip, short footed base, and thin walls that appear nearly translucent in the light. The jade cup...
Category
Chinese Minimalist 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Early 20th Century Thai Temple Drum
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegantly carved temple drum wase use in Buddhist Temples. It’s carved from teak and lacquered black with red and green stripped details. The top and straps are made of leather. These gigantic goblet...
Category
Thai 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Leather, Teak, Lacquer
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
Chinese Chinoiserie 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Large Pair Of Japanese Bronze Frog Sculptures
Located in Houston, TX
Large Pair Of Japanese Bronze Frog Sculptures.
Our large Japanese bronze frog statues or sculptures will make a lovely addition to your garden room or atrium or entrance hall.
Frogs,...
Category
Japanese Other Vintage 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Architectural Hand Carved Wood Horse
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Intriguing horse sculpture made of hand carved solid wood, hand painted with beautiful rustic patina.
Professionally mounted on steel base. Exceptional object of art for display.
Category
Indian 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
FRAMED CHINESE ORIENTAL CARVED CORK DIORAMA DISPLAY SCULPTURE VERY DECORATiVE
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Stunning Framed Chinese Oriental Carved Cork Diorama Display Sculpture.
It showcases intricate craftsmans...
Category
Chinese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Sandstone Buddha Head, Northern India
Located in Nantucket, MA
A lovely sandstone Buddha head on wooden base, early 1900's, Utttar Pradesh, Northern India. The hand-carved features include the typical snail-s...
Category
Asian 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Sandstone
Huge 20C Chinese Carved Wood Statue of a Laughing Buddha Great Carving
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Huge and beautifully carved statue of a Laughing Buddha. Nice artifact as home decoration.
Condition
Damage to 1 of the hands, part eye seems restuck (nicely done) and 1 frit/chi...
Category
Chinese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Vintage Figure Set of Miniature Terracotta Chinese Xian Warriors
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful set of Terracotta sculptures representing Xian Warriors. This set of figures is incredibly detailed and presents 4 warriors and a horse. Intrica...
Category
Chinese Chinese Export Vintage 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Clay
Qing Dynasty Antique Chinese Red Coral Specimen
Located in London, GB
This red coral specimen, with flowing lines and organic form, is a beautiful example of how the work of nature can be, and has been, celebrated as a...
Category
Chinese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Coral
China Natural Stone "Painting" Seaside Along White and Gray Mountains
Located in South Burlington, VT
Chinese extraordinary natural stone & with custom hardwood frame
"Seaside White and Gray Mountains" #2
This Chinese extraordinary natural stone "painting" of a mountain range in white and gray colors is called a dream stone Shih-hua. They are cut from historic Dali marble found in the Cangshan mountains of western China. These mysterious mountains, unique in the world, are known for yielding incredible and fantastic natural landscaped works of art created over tens of millions of years from mineral inclusions that affected the process of ancient organic material which transformed into limestone and finally resulted in marble- a metamorphic hard stone.
This art form is centuries of years old since the Ming dynasty. Dream stones became favored art in the west particularly since the 19th century when French collectors named them Pierres de reve.
This thin marble stone "painting" is approximately 1/4" thick and is cut from a large slab of rough material revealing incredible patterns in soft white and gray colors. Its weight is surprisingly modest- easily hung with standard hardware.
On occasion, private collectors would invite an artisan to inscribe a poetic description onto their more important dream stones and in this case the artists' seal mark and calligraphy translation reads:
Beautiful Custom Arts & Crafts hardwood frame
Dimensions:
Frame: 10.75 inches high and 15 inches wide.
Site: 6.25 inches high and 10.5 inches wide.
Provenance: Private Chinese collection, Yunnan, China.
History of "White and Gray" dream stone paintings:
“White and Gray” dream stone paintings known in China as Shui Mo or Chinese painting stone, were cut from stone found on Shuang Yang mountain in Dali mountains Captivating compositions, they might remind us of a long string of rugged mountain caps from a distance. These dream stones are cut from a scarce regional stone yielding notoriously “fuzzy” detailed paintings. To find examples possessing clear, contrasting detail like this one is indeed a rare find. Fine stone paintings like this example are rare as access to and availability of resource material diminishes. After a thin coating of wax is carefully applied to its surface to protect and reveal its beautiful subtle colors, this stone painting is signed upper right position with poetic verse and seal of an artisan who describes its majestic beauty.
Reference: Dreaming of Dreamstones China’s Extraordinary Natural Stone Paintings, Schneible Fine Arts. Dreaming of Dreamstones – World’s first comprehensive English text publication covers China’s extraordinary natural Stone Paintings, by author and dream stone lecturer Douglas Schneible, 35 pages, softcover, ISBN 978-0-578. See photos.
We have been dealing in authentic Chinese natural stone paintings...
Category
Chinese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble
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 and original textile garment.
From a group of 7 Chinese opera puppets...
Category
Chinese Qing 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Textile, Wood, Paint
Mid 20th Century Bronze Pair of Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions in Full Armor
Located in Stamford, CT
Impressive pair of large patinated bronze Foo Dogs or Tibetan snow lions in full armor. Tibetan snow lions are known for protective qualities, they are celestial animal emblem of Tib...
Category
Thai 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Asian Wood Shi Shi Shishi Mai Lion Dance Gashira Noh Mask Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful, beautifully crafted Japanese festival Shishi Lion Dance (Shishi Mai) mask (Gashira).
The shishi mask represents a mythical lion that prote...
Category
Japanese Showa 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
Vintage Buddhist Bronze Protector Deity Statue Door Handle
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Buddhist protector deity statue bronze heavy, ornate, symbolic, fertility symbol door handle from old temple
Heavy bronze door handle in the ...
Category
Nepalese Tibetan 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
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
Large Chinese Carved Nephrite Jade Double Buddha's Hand Vase, Late Qing Dynasty
Located in Austin, TX
A large and graceful carved nephrite jade conjoined double vase in the form of a pair of Buddha's hands fruit (finger citron), late Qing Dynasty, circa 1900, China.
The large and heavy vase carved from a single piece of celadon nephrite jade, with areas of lighter brown "sugar" skin. The vase ingeniously carved as a pair of Buddha's hand fruit, also known as finger citron, rising from a gnarled, leafy branch. The smaller Buddha's hand with a pair of bats. The Buddha's hands fruit with elegant and naturalistic curved "fingers". The "fingers wonderfully shaped and reticulated. The body of the fruit with simple stippling, in imitation of the textured surface of the real fruit. The interior of each fruit well hollowed and able to hold water.
Buddha's hands fruit are auspicious in Chinese culture. Their name in Chinese "Fo Shou" is a homophone for "Happiness and Longevity. They are often placed as offerings on Buddhist altars...
Category
Chinese Qing Antique 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Pair Chinese Carved Hardwood Foo dogs with Rolling Pearls & Puzzle Balls
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Chinese Carved Hardwood figure of Foo dogs with Rolling 'Pearls' & Puzzle Balls
China Mid 20th Century
A fine pair of Chinese carved hardwood figures of Foo dogs from mid-20th century China. These exquisite hand-carved wooden Foo dogs display the exceptional craftsmanship of Chinese artisans.
Each Foo dog is well carved, capturing the regal and protective essence of these revered guardian lions. Adding to their allure, these Foo dogs feature a unique and captivating detail: a rolling wood...
Category
Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood
Antique Chinese Bonzai Styled Flowering Fruit Tree Sculpture with Cloisonne Pot
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This sizable sculpture is unsigned with respect to the artist, but presumed to have originated from China and date to the Early Republic Period in approximately 1920. The sculpture i...
Category
Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone, Metal
Hibachi-Paulownia Brazier
Located in Pomona, CA
A Hibachi and Paulownia brazier. A carved monkey wrapped around the brazier. Copper liner
Category
Japanese Vintage 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique Pair Buddhist Monju Fugen Bosatsu Nyorai Temple Shrine Buddhas
Located in Studio City, CA
Truly stunning pair of hand-carved wood Japanese buddha statues / sculptures that sit serenely atop their lotus petal thrones. The intricately c...
Category
Japanese Meiji 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer, Paint
The Laughing Buddha Statue, Budai
Located in Milano, IT
Immerse yourself in the world of serenity and abundance with this exquisite Budai, the Laughing Buddha statue. Crafted from a uniquely patterned green material, this statue captures the spirit of Budai, a beloved figure in Buddhist culture known for his joyful demeanor and generous nature.
Budai, often identified with the historical Chinese monk...
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Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Vintage Vietnamese Red Hand Carved Soapstone Lidded Jar
Located in Grythyttan, SE
A very beautiful and decorative Vietnamese deep red colored hand carved soapstone lidded jar.The carved details depicting a landscape with workers, a house, trees and mountains are a...
Category
Vietnamese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
Pair Asian Bronze Elephant Sculptures Figures Vintage, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A decorative hand made pair elephant sculptures or statues. Some wear but this is old-age. Made of brass or bronze. We think it is from Asia and was mad...
Category
Asian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Marble, Metal
Old Japanese Hokkaido Folk Crafts Large Wood Carving Bear
Located in Niiza, JP
Wood carving The material is unknown, but it is said to be linden
950(W)× 440(H) × 420(D) [mm] 25kg
Estimate Packing Dimensions(Packaged in plywood and wooden frame)
56 CM × 105 CM ×...
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Japanese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
20th Century Chinese Pair of Bronze Tang Horses/War Horses
Located in Pomona, CA
Elevate your home decoration with this this Stunning pair of vintage Tang Dynasty style Emperor/War horses. Each piece stands as a testament to intricate ...
Category
Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
20th Century, Japanese Pottery Vase
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese pottery vase.
Age: Japan, 20th Century
Size: Height 28 C.M. / Width 13.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall.
Category
Japanese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Pottery
Early 20th Century Tribal Currency, Chamba People, Nigeria
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Forged iron currency, Chamba people, Northeastern Nigeria
A piece of traditional currency used for barter or exchange, it measures 15 inches (38 cm) high by 18 inches (45.7 cm) wide...
Category
Nigerian Tribal 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
African Wood Decorative Mask Wall Sculpture
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage African Wood Decorative Mask, hand-carved African mask from Ghana of a smiling lady face with a nice hairdo.
African mask, hand-carved wood wall sculpture decoration.
The Afr...
Category
Ghanaian Folk Art 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Buddha statuette in green jade
Located in Milano, IT
Dive into the serene world of spiritual art with this exquisite jade Buddha statue, dating back to the mid-20th century. Carved from the finest jade...
Category
Chinese Chinese Export 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Antique Chinese Deeply Carved Rosewood Figural Queen Chair with Dragons C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Chinese Deeply Carved Rosewood Figural Queen Throne Chair with Dragons C1920
Measures - 43.5"H x 28.5"W x 25"D
Category
Chinese 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Rosewood
Buddha in Imperial Jade
Located in Milano, IT
This skillfully carved Buddha in imperial jade represents one of the most iconic figures in Buddhist tradition. Imperial jade, known for its particular pale green and translucent hue...
Category
Chinese Chinoiserie Antique 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Chinese Carved Stone Snuff Bottle
Located in Chicago, IL
A mixture of finely powdered tobacco, herbs, and spices, snuff was introduced to China in the 17th century by Western diplomats. Initially reserved for ranking members of Qing-dynast...
Category
Chinese Qing 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
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