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Period: Early 20th Century
Early 20th century Antique wooden Burmese Mandalay Buddha from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This Antique wooden Mandalay Buddha statue from Burma during the Early 20th century, is a fine example of Mandalay style craftsmanship. It stands at a height of 88,5 cm and boasts di...
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Burmese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Batak Tribe Wood Singa Panel with Polychrome, Mounted on Metal Stand, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This tribal panel originates from the Batak tribe of Sumatra. The Batak are known for the elaborate decoration of their buildings and these decorative panel additions would have been...
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Indonesian Tribal Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Okimono of a Wooden Toad with its eyes inlaid
Located in PARIS, FR
Carving of a wooden toad with eyes inlaid in hard stone. Its surface is carved with great precision in order to grant him a both smooth and grainy texture, it stands in an amusing pa...
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Japanese Taisho Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Hardwood

Late 19th-Early 20th Century Chinese Carved Soapstone Vase with Dragons
Located in Richmond, VA
Late 19th-early 20th century Chinese carved soapstone vase with dragons.
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Chinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Antique Wood African Stool
Located in New York, NY
Lovely patina on this beautiful African stool hand carved from a single piece of wood. Great for placing a book or perhaps towels in a bathroom, magazines etc. This stool was sour...
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African Tribal Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Early 20th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Immerse yourself in the serene grandeur of this Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue, an early 20th-century masterpiece from Burma (Myanmar) that epitomizes the spiritual grace and a...
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Burmese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Early 20th Century, Burmese Vintage Bronze Figure of Athlete
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese vintage bronze figure of athlete. Age: Burma, Colonial, Early 20th Century Size: Height 25.8 C.M. / Width 13.8 C.M. / Length 20.5 C.M. S...
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Burmese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

QING DYNASTY 20th Century Carved Tiger's Eye Foo-Dog Censer With Cover Lid
Located in Miami, FL
An early 20th century censer from the Qing Dynasty. This is a beautiful highly detailed small censer, created in the early 20th century during the Qing Dynasty, circa 1910. The cens...
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Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Multi-gemstone

Early 20th Century, a Pair of Burmese Wooden Male and Female Figurines
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of Burmese wooden male and female figurines. Age: Burma, early 20th century Size: Height 31 - 32.4 C.M. / Width 10.1 - 10.4 C.M. Condition: Nice condition overall (some expec...
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Burmese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Rare Large Antique Balinese Temple Hanging Lamak, Indonesia
Located in Atlanta, GA
An extraordinary "Kepeng Lamak" from Bali, Indonesia, circa early 20th century. Lamak is a general term for temple hangings, mostly made of disposable materials like palm leaves for temporary offerings. A small number, such as this piece, were made by wealthy and aristocratic families for permanent display. The lamaks are traditionally displayed in temples or residents for a strong spiritual reason in Bali that is known as "Artja". They could function as receptacles, or a vessels of for the habitation of the deities when they descent to the earth on propitious occasions. In a goddess form with a carved wood head adorned with painted face and mirrored crown who likely represents Dewi Danu, the water goddess, this lamak was constructed with a bamboo frame, cotton pompoms, fabric fragments...
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Indonesian Other Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Copper

A 19th Century Burl Root Wood Display Stand, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A striking root-wood display stand comprised of a series of entwined organic elements with various gnarled appendages, rising to support a plateau with a burled & polished surface. M...
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Japanese Meiji Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Burl

Chinese Bamboo Cloth Teapot with Arched Handle, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Tea drinking has been an integral part of Chinese culture for centuries, resulting in a wide range of social customs and material traditions. In addition to tea leaves, water, and he...
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Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bamboo

Old Burmese betelnut box from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Old Burmese betelnut box Material : lacquerware 13,8 cm high 16,1 cm diameter Early 20th century Weight: 666 grams Originating from Burma (Myanmar)
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Burmese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Lacquer

Burmese Gilt-Wood Seated Buddha, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This buddha is a hand-carved from wood and originates from Burma, modern day Myanmar. It once featured an elaborate gilded finish (covered in gold leaf), however much of this has wor...
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Burmese Other Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Giltwood

Early 20th Century, A Pair of Burmese Lacquered Vase with Gilding
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of Burmese lacquered vase with gilding. Age: Burma, Early 20th Century Size: Height 51.8 C.M. / Width 14.3 C.M. Condition: Nice condition overall (some expected degradati...
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Burmese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Two Vintage Carved Stone Sculptures of Soldiers from the British Indian Army
Located in Yonkers, NY
Two vintage Anglo-Indian grey stone carved sculptures from the early 20th century, depicting soldiers and perfect to be used as exterior garden ornaments. They are priced and sold $1900 each. Created in India during the first half of the 20th century, each of these sculptures depicts a soldier from the British Indian army standing proudly on a square pedestal. One of the feet forward and a hand on the hip, the soldier is leaning on his rifle and carries a knife on his waist. Their skillful depiction and petite proportions will make these two Anglo-Indian stone sculptures...
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Indian Anglo-Indian Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Antique Islamic Turkish Ottoman Ceramic Tile
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique 19th century hand painted Islamic Turkish ottoman ceramic tile. Painting figure of a Shah Suleiman in a palace before a colonnade and curtain. Arabic script on left top corner, " Shah Suleiman" colors are brown, shape is the Salomon eight pointed star. Great decorative Moorish Turkish Ottoman Islamic artwork...
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Turkish Moorish Vintage Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic

Early 20th Century, Burmese Bronze Standing Elephant
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese bronze standing elephant with stand. Age: Burma, Early 20th Century Size: Height 16.8 C.M. / Width 10 C.M. / Length 15 C.M. Size including stand: Height 17.5 C.M. Condi...
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Burmese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Chinese Bamboo Cloth Teapot, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Tea drinking has been an integral part of Chinese culture for centuries, resulting in a wide range of social customs and material traditions. In addition to tea leaves, water, and heat, the art of drinking tea (chayi) calls for a variety of teaware and utensils - both practical and decorative. This charming teapot dates to the late Qing dynasty and is hand-carved from a hollow length of bamboo to appear as though parceled by a cloth strung with tassels. The teapot has a squat, rounded form and a dark brown finish, reminiscent of Yixing red clay teapots...
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Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bamboo

Hand-Carved Backstrap Loom with Tribal Engravings from Timor Island, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Hand-carved from Iron Wood this is a wonderful example of a Backstrap Loom, an essential component of Ikat textile weaving. The Curved section would fit around the weavers back not o...
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Indonesian Tribal Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Jade sculpture with buddha and child
Located in Milano, IT
This enchanting sculpture carved from jade root masterfully depicts the smiling head of a Buddha next to a child. The harmony between these two figures conveys a sense of serene joy and benevolent protection, accentuated by the choice of material, jade root, renowned for its association with wisdom and spiritual balance. At the base of the sculpture, a series of intricately carved ancient Chinese coins symbolize prosperity and abundance, evoking traditional beliefs that these icons bring fortune and blessings to those who keep them. The coins seem to embrace the figure of the Buddha...
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Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Budai Buddha striped blue jada
Located in Milano, IT
This beautiful Budai sculpture, crafted from blue and white jade, represents the famous "Happy Buddha" or "Fortune Buddha," a symbol of serenity, abundance, and joy. With his welcomi...
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Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Antique Hand Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja Land. This impressive carving symbolizes courage, protection of the home, good fortune and leadership. Originally used as an exter...
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Primitive Antique Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Outstanding Quality Antique Chinese Brush Pot
Located in Ipswich, GB
Outstanding quality antique Chinese brush pot having an outstanding quality antique Chinese brush pot with wonderful carved decoration.
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Chinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Indian Early 20th Century Hand Painted Wooden Cow with Distressed Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian hand painted and carved wooden cow from the early 20th century, with nicely weathered patina. Created in India during the early years of the 20th century, this wooden cow sculpture charms us with its archaic features and aged appearance. Resting on its four legs and showcasing large cracks, this Indian cow...
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Indian Rustic Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Early 20th Century Standing Bronze Japanese Geisha with Kimono & Obi
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful bronze figure of a standing Japanese geisha in a traditional kimono with an obi. The geisha's susohiki kimono is laced with an intricate pattern of flowers, leaves and vine...
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French Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Large handcarved Asian wooden sculpture of a water buffalo with calf and figures
Located in Gorssel, GE
Large hand carved Asian wooden sculpture of a water buffalo with calf and four figures on top. One of the figures is playing a flute (flute mi...
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Chinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Large Floor Standing Sculpture of the Seven Lucky Gods of Fortune Carved Wood
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A large carved example of The Seven Lucky Gods of Fortune, carved from a large tree segment. Believed to be of Chinese origin, early 20th century. A ...
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Chinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Beech

Early 20th century Old wooden Burmese Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The Old wooden Burmese Buddha statue is a magnificent representation of artistic and spiritual craftsmanship. Crafted from wood, this statue stands 101,5 cm tall, with dimensions of ...
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Burmese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Hand-Carved Backstrap with Floral Engravings from Madura, Java, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Hand-carved from Wood this is a wonderful example of a Backstrap Loom, an essential component of Ikat textile weaving. The present Backsrap Loom comes from the Island of Madura, off the northeastern coast of Java. The Curved section would fit around the weavers back not only providing support while they would we weave elaborate Ikat textiles but also allowing her to control the tension of the warp during weaving. In many cases husbands would craft unique carved and designed Backstrap looms for their wives and these would often be passed down through generations. The present Backstrap Loom features floral engravings.
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Indonesian Tribal Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

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

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Carved Model of a Mongolian Pack Horse This rare and beautiful find
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Carved Model of a Mongolian Pack Horse This rare and beautiful find from the early part of the 20th Century it has been hand carved going down a rocky hillside This hansom beast is ...
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Beaux Arts Antique Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Walnut

Carved Chinese Inkstone with Longevity Symbols and Marks
Located in Atlanta, GA
A black carved Chinese inkstone with an conforming oval cover circa early 20th century (late Qing to Republic period). The inkstone appears to be slate stone and was likely a She type (SheYan), one of the four famous inkstones in China that comes from She County (Anhui Province) and Wuyuan County (Jiangxi Province). It features a slight scalloping edge with elaborate surface carving that depicts the Sanxings (three beloved gods): Fu, God of Fortune (top right), Lu, God of Prosperity (top center holding a Ruyi staff) and Shou, God of Longevity (center on the lid who is holding a magical peach and a staff with a gourd with a deer at the back) . A towering evergreen pine was placed on the left with scrolling clouds and bats (the sound of bat in Chinese is Fu, the fortune). A famous Chinese couplet...
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Chinese Chinese Export Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

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

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Bronze

Large wooden iki ningyō depicting a Kabuki theater actor
Located in Milano, IT
Large wood, plaster and pigment iki ningyō with glass eyes, depicting a Kabuki theater actor (probably Matsumoto Kōshirō VII, 1870-1949) as Benkei in the kabuki opera "Kanjinchō." He...
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Japanese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Gesso, Glass, Wood

Javanese Birdman Walking Stick from Wood, C. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This hand-crafted walking stick originates from the island of Java, Indonesia around the turn of the 19th Century. It features hand-carved detailing of a male figure with an extraord...
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Indonesian Other Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Chinese Stone Temple Wall Sculpture/Buddha Wall Plaque
Located in Pomona, CA
A Chinese antique carved stone wall plaque with traces of original polymorphic and nice patina. Crafted in China, this carved stone wall plaque will ...
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Chinese Chinese Export Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Hand Carved Teak Chinese Figure Holding a Ruy
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese carved teak female figure holding a Ruyi (scepter) in her hands with a dog at her feet. The figure is in solid, very sturdy condition. The head is removable. There are some a...
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Chinese Chinoiserie Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Teak

Pair of Qing Dynasty Early 20th Century Small Hand Painted Terracotta Statues
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of Qing dynasty 20th century terracotta Chinese hooded priestess sculptures with original paint. Discover the exquisite charm of this pair of 20th century Qing dynasty terraco...
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Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Terracotta

Antique Chinese Hand Carved Boxwood Prosperity Crab Basket or Brush Pot
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Chinese hand carved boxwood prosperity crab basket or brush pot Fine old brush pot that can also be used a vase Dimensions 5.5" diameter a...
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Chinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Boxwood

Old Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material: bronze 43,5 cm high 35,8 cm wide and 26 cm deep Weight: 9.45 kgs Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold Varada mudra Originating from Nepal Early 20th century Very high qua...
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Nepalese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

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

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Soapstone

Antique Hand Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes the protection of the home. Originally used as an exterior panel. Great art piece. This antique panel ...
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Primitive Antique Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Reclaimed 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

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Bronze

Early 20th century Antique pottery Vishnu statue from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The Antique pottery Vishnu statue is a remarkable and spiritually significant artifact originating from India. Crafted from Pottery, each statue stands a...
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Indian Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

Burmese Wood Seated Buddha, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This buddha is a hand-carved from wood and originates from Burma, modern day Myanmar. It once featured an elaborate lacquer finish, however much of this has worn away over the decade...
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Burmese Other Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Giltwood

Chinese Polychrome Seated Ancestor Figure, C. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
An integral part of traditional Chinese home life, ancestor worship before a domestic altar often featured painted ancestral portraits or tabletop ance...
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Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Rare Early 20 Century Bronze Busts of Three Chinese Deities Fu, Lu, Shou (福禄寿)
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A rare complete set of three patinated bronze busts of Chinese Deities Fu, Lu, Shou (福禄寿) . three prominent gods that hold significant importance in Chinese culture and belief. T...
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Chinese Ming Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Tibeto-Chinese Seated Lama Figure, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Cast in brass with a rich patina, this seated figure is a Lama, a spiritual master and teacher of the Dharma in Tibetan Buddhism. The figure likely de...
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Chinese Tibetan Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass

Antique White Washed Merbau Wood Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved merbau wood panel from Lampung, Sumatra. We have a collection in various sizes all white washed. The size and price reflect the one shown. Stunning on both sides....
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Primitive Antique Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Chinese Soapstone Carved Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Chinese Soapstone carved box.
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Chinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

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

Chinese Bamboo Pomegranate Teapot, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Tea drinking has been an integral part of Chinese culture for centuries, resulting in a wide range of social customs and material traditions. In addition to tea leaves, water, and heat, the art of drinking tea (chayi) calls for a variety of teaware and utensils - both practical and decorative. This charming teapot dates to the late Qing dynasty and is hand-carved from a hollow length of bamboo in the shape of a ripe pomegranate. The handle is carved to resemble a thin branch, which forks to either side of the teapot bearing long, slender leaves. The teapot has a squat, rounded form and a dark brown finish, reminiscent of Yixing red clay teapots...
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Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bamboo

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

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Limestone

Three Early 20th Century Red Horn Carvings of Buddha and Bodhisattva
Located in Hudson, NY
Three early 20th century red horn carvings of Buddha and Bodhisattvas. These three carvings all from approx. circa 1915 represent the bodhisattvas and or the ...
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Chinese Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Horn, Rosewood

Batak Tribe Wood Singa Panel with Polychrome, Mounted on Metal Stand, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This tribal panel originates from the Batak tribe of Sumatra. The Batak are known for the elaborate decoration of their buildings and these decorative panel additions would have been...
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Indonesian Tribal Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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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

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Wood

Austrian Cold Painted Bronze End of The Trail Sculpture after James Fraser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Austrian Cold Painted Bronze "End of The Trail" Statue Sculpture after James Fraser. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 14" H x 12" W x 5.5" D.
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Unknown Other Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Chinese Gilt Patinated Bronze Small Sculpture of a Luohan
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a heavy patinated bronze sculpture of a Luohan. He is standing up in a gesture of reverence and/or prayer position with his eyes closed and dressed with a gilt robe. The bord...
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Chinese Chinese Export Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

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 Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Clay

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