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Period: Early 20th Century
Hand Carved Indian Temple Carving Statue from Gujarat Depicting Mother and Child
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian early 20th century hand carved architectural temple carving from Gujarat, depicting a mother and her child with nicely weathered patina. Crafted in the Western portion of India, in the culturally rich state of Gujarat, this early 20th-century hand-carved temple sculpture captures the tender bond between a mother and her child. The mother, adorned with a delicate headdress and detailed clothing and jewelry, stands in a dignified, frontal position. Her small child, clinging affectionately to her flank and grasping her dress, turns his head back towards us, a big smile illuminating his face. This heartwarming scene is beautifully rendered with a keen attention to detail, showcasing the artisan's skill and devotion.
The sculpture's nicely weathered patina, along with traces of polychrome, lends it an air of antiquity and authenticity. The piece's unfinished back hints at its original architectural context, meant to be viewed from the front as it adorned a sacred space.
Ideal for a variety of settings, this temple carving will enliven any wall, bringing a touch of historical and cultural depth to your home. Its charming depiction of maternal love, combined with its rich textures and colors, makes it a captivating focal point. Whether displayed in a living room, hallway, or study, this early 20th-century Indian temple carving...
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Indian Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique Indonesian Hand-Carved and Hand-Painted Temple Statue, 20th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique temple statue carved and hand-painted in Indonesia in the early 20th century. This wooden statue shows an Indonesian dancing character. His d...
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Indonesian Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Nodding Sculpture of Court Ladies
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely pair of Chinese export porcelain figures of court ladies with nodding heads, late Qing Dynasty, circa 1900, China.
The elegant ladies dressed in gorgeous traditional robes...
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Chinese Chinoiserie Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
Architectural Carved Temple Elements Frog and Koi Sculpture
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Ancient hand carved polychrome frog and koi temple elements.
As found showing original weathered age.
Each element pierced on a steel rod raising above solid wood base.
Frog stands...
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Tibetan Tibetan Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Carved Thai Wooden Sculpture of a Praying Apsara with Dark Brown Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A carved Thai wooden sculpture of a praying Apsara, with flat back and dark patina. Attracting our attention with its dark patina and angular depiction, this wooden sculpture, unfini...
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Thai Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Thai Seated Boy Emperor Polychrome Statue
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a gorgeous early 20th century Thai seated boy emperor polychrome statue.
Made in Thailand in the early 20th century, circa 1935-1940.
Hand carved wooden statue which has...
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Thai Country Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood, Giltwood, Paint
Exceptional Chinese Carved Coral Figural Group of a Boat with Eight Immortals
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional Chinese carved coral figural group or statue of a boat with eight immortals. The boat in a form of a carved dragon wi...
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Chinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Coral
Bronze Sculpture Japanese Scholar Scroll Fukurokuju Inlay
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Well done, very sharp detailed cast bronze figure with inlay of silver metal on scroll, 1920s- 1930s. Beautiful golden patina on head and bottom from years of handling. 8.3 lbs.
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Japanese Chinese Export Vintage Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Exceptional Japanese Bamboo Basket Ikebana from Meiji Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
A sculpture of its own right, this antique Japanese bamboo basket from an unknown artist is from the late Meiji Period (1868-1912), like...
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Japanese Japonisme Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Bamboo
Antique Thai Freestanding Ceremonial Drum with Natural Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A tall antique Thai freestanding ceremonial drum from the early 20th century, with natural finish, reeded accents and circular flaring base. Born in Th...
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Thai Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinese Hardstone Carved Mythical Beast Rhyton Vessel, 20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
An early 20th century Chinese Republic period carved hardstone drinking vessel, called a rhyton, in the form of a mythical pixiu.
The archaistic vessel carved in the Han Dynasty style from a single block of lavender gray nephrite and featuring a large horn-shaped cup being supported by a mythical pixiu. The pixiu carved with a nice sense of motion, head reared back, mouth open, and claws bared. The cup bearing a design of large horned taotie ogre masks on either side. The stone with areas of artificial "calcified" patination.
The pixiu is an ancient beast from...
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Chinese Han Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Exceptional Large Chinese Carved Coral Figural Group Statue of Female Immortals
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional and large Chinese carved coral figural group / statue of female Immortals.
Very finely carved, very large and heav...
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Chinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Coral
Chinese Republic Period Porcelain Figure of Shouxing, the God of Longevity
Located in Austin, TX
A finely modeled Chinese porcelain figure of the Chinese God of Longevity, Shouxing, Republic Period, early 20th century, China.
The God of Longevity, called Shouxing or Shoulao, stands upright holding a dragon staff in one hand, a peach (a symbol of immortality), in the other.
He is dressed in a long yellow robe...
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Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Porcelain
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...
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Chinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Coral
Indian Gujarat Hand Carved Temple Carving Statue Depicting a Woman and a Feline
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian early 20th century hand carved architectural temple carving from Gujarat, depicting a woman and a feline. Born in the Western portion of India in the state of Gujarat, this exquisite hand carved temple sculpture features a woman and her feline companion. Topped with a delicate headdress and wearing nice clothes and jewelry, the woman is depicted in a frontal position, her head slightly tilted to the side. She is holding a small musical instrument and is accompanied by a stylized feline. Charming our eyes with its nicely weathered appearance, traces of polychrome and nice proportions, this early 20th century Indian temple carving...
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Indian Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique Thai Freestanding Red Ceremonial Drum with Reeded Accents and Round Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
A tall antique Thai freestanding ceremonial drum from the early 20th century, with red finish, reeded accents and circular base. This early 20th-century tall antique Thai ceremonial ...
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Thai Folk Art Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Carved Burl Banana Leaf Tray
Located in Hudson, NY
Meiji period (1868-1912) beautifully carved tray in the shape of a folded banana leaf, so the viewer can appreciate both sides of the leaf from a single va...
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Japanese Meiji Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Burl
Signed Antique Bronze Statue of Two Men One a Solid Green Soapstone Base
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning medium sized bronze statue of two Chinese men on a solid green soapstone base signed Aug Mariton.
A very decorative and good sized p...
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European Edwardian Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone, Bronze
Large Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People in Sumatra
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large antique hand carved tribal carving from the Batak People, northern Sumatra, called a Singa Singa with traces of green and yellow polychromy and nicely weathered appearance. A...
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Indonesian Tribal Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Antique Cast Bronze of a Mythical Lion Beast
Located in North Hollywood, CA
An antique unusual cast bronze of a Mythical lion beast.
Bursting with character, the lion standing foursquare with his long tail curled back on itse...
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African Folk Art Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Mask of Ko-Omote
Located in New York, NY
A Japanese Noh theatre sculpted wood mask of Ko-Omote, a young girl. The mask was crafted in the early 20th century and is in great vintage condition.
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Showa Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinese Path Marker, c. 1908
Located in Chicago, IL
Happening upon an intersection, a traveler in Qing-dynasty China would have been grateful for the guidance of this limestone path marker. Still bearing traces of its original pigmentation, each side of this marker is inscribed with directions. One side directs towards the Zhen De Teng household, another towards the Liang family, and a third towards the North East Road. The fourth inscription announces the year of its construction, the 33rd year of Emperor Guangxu (1908). This second-to-the-last emperor...
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Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Limestone
Chinese Soapstone Carved Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Chinese Soapstone carved box.
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Chinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
Chinese Carved Coral Figure of Shou Lao, Early 20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A wonderfully Chinese carved coral branch in the form of Shou Lao, also called Shouxing, the Chinese god of longevity, Republic period, early ...
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Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Coral
Bronze Antique Tattoo Handle from Thailand
Located in New York, NY
A carefully detailed antique bronze tattoo handle from Thailand mounted on a custom stand. An unusual, handsome object and a great conversation piece.
BH1022.
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Thai Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Limestone Foot Rest, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th century foot rest from China's Shanxi province is simply designed with a rounded body and four square feet. Hand carved of limestone, the footstool is patterned with rhythmic etchings and adorned on the ends with an eight-sided star, a symbolic depiction of the universe. It was believed that the Sky Emperor T'ai-Yi, a deification of primordial unity, resided at the top point of this star and ruled over all eight divisions of Heaven. Unlike wooden footstools that would have been placed before chairs or daybeds as a signal of status, this limestone foot rest was likely used in a garden before a drum seat...
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Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Limestone
Finely Carved Soapstone Buddhist Stele of Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara Guanyin
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
In Indian Buddhism, Avalokiteshvara is a male Bodhisattva, however in Chinese Buddhism he takes the form of the female Bodhisattva, Guanyin - ‘The One Who Hears the Cries of the Worl...
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Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
Carved Yellow Soapstone Figure of Guanyin, Chinese circa 1900
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The finely carved full length figure of 'The Goddess of Compassion, Kindness & Mercy' shown attired in flowing robes, her hair in high chignon with her face effecting a serene and me...
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Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
Life-Sized Shan Burmese Gilt Lacquer Papier Mâché Buddha, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
A large and impressive Burmese papier mâché gilt lacquer figure of the historical Buddha, Shakyamuni, Shan States, Burma (now Myanmar) circa 1880 - 1900.
The Buddha sits in vajrasana...
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Burmese Antique Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lacquer
Andrianna Shamaris Antique Teak Wood Rice Pounder
Located in New York, NY
Solid teak wood container. Originally used for pounding rice. Great by a fire with logs stacked or by a pool with white towels or for magazines. Multiple ideas that this wonderful ob...
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Primitive Antique Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Turn-of-the-century, Solid Alabaster, Kwan Yin Figure
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Italian, hand-carved, graceful Kwan sculpture in flowing robes. The figure stands on an octagonal, solid alabaster base and is mounted on a large, fluted, period, carved-wood column....
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Italian Antique Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Alabaster
Chinese Yellow Vase with High Relief Motif of Bats and Peaches
Located in New York, NY
Chinese yellow glass moon flask shaped vase with high relief motif of bats and peaches on a cracquelure design background. The piece dates from th...
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Chinese Chinese Export Antique Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Glass
Chinese Carved Wood Standing Figure of Guanyin in the Ming Dynasty Style
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A Chinese carved wood standing figure of Guanyin in the Ming dynasty style, with polychrome application, the hair tied back into an elaborate high chignon, with her left hand raised,...
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Chinese Chinoiserie Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Set of Three Hintha Burmese Bird-Shaped Betel Gold Lacquered Box
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of three rare, antique late 19th century original offering vessel lacquered ornate gilded betel boxes in the shape of a sacred goose, Hintha bird from Mandalay, Myanmar bird...
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Burmese Islamic Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal
Japanese Showa Period Dry Lacquer Sculpture of a Duck
Located in Hudson, NY
Showa Period (1926 - 1989) sculpture of a duck resting with its head tucked into its wings. Dry lacquer, or kanshitsu, is a process of layering and manipulating lacquer soaked cloth ...
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Japanese Showa Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lacquer
Late 19th or Early 20th C. Carved Jade Urn
Located in Hudson, NY
This fine jade urn of a lovely spinach color running to a deep yellow is carved to resemble a pair of Buddhist lions or mythical beasts conjoined back to back...
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Chinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Chinese Carved Zitan Figure of a Bodhisattva, Qing Dynasty
Located in Austin, TX
A finely carved Chinese zitan wood figure of an unidentified bodhisattva, possibly Guanyin, late Qing Dynasty, circa 1900, China.
The androgynous figure has a plump, almost matronly face, with downcast eyes and a gentle smile. The hair in long tresses, gathered and tied in a high chignon.
The enlightened being is portrayed seated in dhyanasana, bare feet resting on crossed legs, both soles pointing up.
Thick robes billow and drape around the full figured body. The hands display...
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Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
Chinese Carved Rosewood Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Early 20th century carved rosewood box.
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Chinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
American Antique Outsider Art Hand Carved Folk Art Birds House
Located in South Burlington, VT
This is a beautiful 12 inch high handmade, hand-carved old wooden Folk Art birds house handmade in great detail with two pairs of carved and painte...
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American Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Serene Antique Praying Monk in Kneeling Position, from Burma
Located in New York, NY
An unusually graceful and skillfully carved kneeling monk resting on bare toes. This is a beautiful, serene piece that will add spirituality and calm to ...
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Burmese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Chinese Stone Shoemaker's Weight with Mother, Cub, and Embroidered Ball
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved from a solid piece of stone, this weight was originally used by a Shoemaker to press down large pieces of leather. Surrounded by intricate scrollwork and peony blossoms, a gua...
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Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Early 20th Century Balinese Clown Mask with Original Paint
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully patinated early 20th century Balinese clown mask with original paint. This handmade and skilfully carved mask was used in dance ceremonies. Th...
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Balinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Late 19th/Early 20th Century Carved Jade Mythical Bird Carving
Located in Hudson, NY
This nicely carved bird figure is done in an 18th-century style but is from the very late 19th century to early republic period. The stone is a soft mellow celadon green with dark br...
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Chinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Japanese Erotic Otofuku Folk Art Carving, Late Meiji Period, circa 1900
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Rare and highly unusual Japanese Folk Art wood carving depicting the folk heroine and good luck figure Otafuku with a finely painted erotic design on the interior and a carved inscri...
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Japanese Meiji Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Cypress
Antique Chinese Hardwood Reclining Immortal Figure, Early 20th Century
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An antique lacquered hard wood figure of a reclining immortal. He is resting on a basket and with a miniature fisherman presenting him a large fish. The figures are disproportionate ...
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Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood
Chinese Double Dragon Wedding Banquet Headdress Crown on Wooden Display Bust
Located in Studio City, CA
This an exquisite and spectacular piece. One of our favorites. Quite rare. We have not seen anything quite like it.
Likely worn at one time by a bride in a Chinese wedding ceremon...
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Chinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Brass
Andrianna Shamaris Antique Iron Mesh Container
Located in New York, NY
Antique Folk Art from Flores. Handwoven iron mesh container with an hour glass shape.
Measures: 10- 22" DIA x 34" high.
Andrianna Shamaris, Inc. The Leader ...
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Primitive Vintage Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Metal, Iron
Large Antique Japanese Carving of an Eagle
Located in Hudson, NY
Large Antique Japanese Carving of an Eagle. Meiji period (1868 - 1912) carving of an eagle about to take flight. The sculpture is expertly c...
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Japanese Meiji Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood
Japanese Two-Tier Root Stand
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese two-tier root stand. Traditionally used for displaying flower arrangements.
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Japanese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Andrianna Shamaris Original Teak Wood Rice Pounder
Located in New York, NY
This antique teak wood bowl was originally used to pound rice. We added the shell inlay.
This bowl was sourced in the spirit of wabi-sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty can be f...
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Indonesian Primitive Antique Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Shell, Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Tall, Eroded Teak Temple Carving
Located in New York, NY
A very tall and detailed teak temple carving from Southeast Asia featuring the central image of a large elephant and showing beautiful natural erosion from...
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Southeast Asian Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Teak
Pair of Antique Bronze Horse Sculptures
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and graceful pair of bronze horses, beautifully cast. Originally from a Chinese temple in Vietnam, circa 1900.
M460.
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Chinese Antique Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Pair Antique Cast Bronze Japanese Duck Garden Sculptures 1920's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Pair finely detailed hand cast Japanese bronze ducks.
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Vintage Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japan Massive Blue Bronze Peace Bell Voice Of Buddha 45 Inches Tall
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japanese Giant Blue Green Patinated Bronze Bell Inscribed and dedicated to humanity.
At the top, the handle (ryûzu) is crafted in the form of two mirrored dragon heads.
Around the ...
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Japanese Showa Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Antique Chinese Pair of Hardstone Figural Foo Dog Ink Stamps C1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Pair of Chinese Hardstone Figural Foo Dog Ink Stamps C1930
Measures - 7.5"H x 2.25"W x 2.25"D
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Chinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Japan Antique Kasuga "Deer" Granite Stone Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
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An antique classsic beauty with all original pieces.
Japan, a fine tall kasuga "deer" granite stone lantern with beautifully engraved designs incl...
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Japanese Meiji Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Granite
Japanese Tall Antique Five Elements Stone Pagoda, 10 feet
Located in South Burlington, VT
Fine Garden Sculpture
A spiritual representation of five earthly and celestial elements destined for a fine garden.
This Japanese monumental antique stone pagoda...
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Japanese Showa Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Granite
Early 20th century old Indian stone Buddha panel in Pala style
Located in DEVENTER, NL
An exquisite testament to Indian artistry, this old stone Buddha panel is a remarkable piece in the revered Pala style. Crafted from natural blackstone, i...
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Indian Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
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