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Period: Mid-20th Century
American Large Bronze Sensual Beauty By Important Midcentury Sculptor
Located in South Burlington, VT
An important large scale hand cast bronze sculpture of a sensual nude woman signed Benson and dated 1939 by mid century American sculptor Stuart Benson (...
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Japanese Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Tall Delightful Old Stone Buddha On Lotus Base
Located in South Burlington, VT
A slender tall granite stone Buddha/Jizo Guardian sculpture perched upon a lotus base Good garden candidate In Japan, Kṣitigarbha, known as Jizō, or respectfully as Ojizō-sama, is ...
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Japanese Showa Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Found! Japanese Giant Bronze Bell 45 Inches Tall
Located in South Burlington, VT
Massive Japanese 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 upper portion of th...
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Japanese Showa Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

African Big Bongo Peoples Stone Female Figure
Located in South Burlington, VT
Africa, Bongo Peoples, stone female commemorative figure from Southern Sudan. A fine specimen in naturally weathered condition; hand carved from a porous orange-black stone, 20th century. Similar funerary stone sculptures in various sizes were likely crafted over many centuries. Original patina from appropriate age. Custom base included. Dimensions: 30 inches high and 9.5 inches wide and 8 inches deep mounted on a custom iron base. Provenance: Old Brussels, Belgium collection acquired in 1998. History: The Bongo are an ethnic group living in South Sudan, mostly in the Tonj District. They speak the Bongo language, one of the Bongo-Baka languages. Unlike the Dinka and other Nilotic groups, the Bongo are not a cattle herding people and do not use cows for bride price. Subsistence farming is the primary source of food, though money is obtained by working in forestry, building, selling honey, and other various means. For similar examples see Barakat Gallery...
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Sudanese Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

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 ...
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Japanese Anglo-Japanese Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bone, Bamboo, Wood

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Frog 1900s-1940s / Sculpture Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old carved wooden frog made in Japan. It is from the early Showa period (1900s-1940s). The material is probably walnut. It is very well carved from hard natural wood....
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Japanese Primitive Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Seven Horses Stunning Hand Painted Scroll
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a stunning scroll depiction of seven (7) horses entwined in a creative circle . Hand painted - an auspicious art composition rendered on paper and silk backing and dating to...
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Japanese Showa Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Paper

Japan Rare Hand Carved Stone Inari Fox Kitsune, Old Inari Shrine
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a fine smaller hand carved stone Inari fox kitsune carved in a handsome simple manner, Showa period. Dimensions: 12inches tall and 8.5 inches long Provenance: Private Tokyo ...
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Japanese Showa Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Japanese Old Vintage Pair Mahogany Rabbits
Located in South Burlington, VT
Good mahogany patinated garden candidates with old Japan labels This Japanese pair (2) of larger scale solid hand cast rabbits usagi with a mahogany pat...
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Japanese Showa Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Imperial Tang Dynasty Style Cast Bronze Horse Figure Statue Sculpture
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid 20th Century Tang Dynasty style Horse Figure. Made from Cast bronze with lovely patina. Comes with wooden stand. Marked Japan along the base. Dimensions: 12" x 4.5" x 10.25" (L...
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Tang Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Pair Of Japanese Bronze Frog Sculptures
Located in Houston, TX
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, are c...
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Japanese Other Vintage Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Brilliant Drip Glaze Bronze Vase, Signed Box
Located in South Burlington, VT
From Our Recent Japanese Acquisitions "This vase uses a special technique to express the flow of the pottery glaze." From Japan comes this attractive hand hammered and drip glazed ...
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Japanese Showa Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Antique Monumental Chinese Mandorla Carved Sculpted Statues - Set of 2
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Monumental Chinese Quan-Yin Sitting Mandorla Carved Polychromed Wood Sculpted Statues - Set of 2 This set of two antique monumental Chinese Quan-Yin sitting mandorla carved ...
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Chinese Other Vintage Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Paint

Japanese Vintage Gilt Pheasant Bird Lighting Lantern Censer
Located in South Burlington, VT
Beautiful old vintage gilt pheasant bird lantern and censer From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition with original attractive gilding present. Japan, an att...
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Japanese Showa Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Rare Large Bird Sculpture, Signed by Modernist Master Artisan
Located in South Burlington, VT
Beautiful and Rare example- first we have seen in this exquisite simple modernist bird form. The artist , Hiramatsu Koshun ( 1896-1975) lived in Osaka and studied under Ktsura Kosh...
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Japanese Showa Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Andrianna Shamaris Framed Antique Hand Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved panel from Toraja. Framed in a minimalist black teak wood shadow box. This carving symbolizes peace and happiness. Circa 1950. This antique carving was hand carv...
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Primitive Vintage Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Teak

Pair of Hand Painted Wooden Kokeshi Dolls, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Hand Painted Wooden Kokeshi Dolls, circa 1940 Origin: Northern Japan, circa 1940 Style: Japanese Kokeshi Dolls Material: Wood Experience the enchanting artistry...
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Japanese Edo Vintage Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Middle 20th century Old bronze Nepali Basundhara statue in Varada Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This Old bronze Nepali Basundhara statue Inlaid with real gem stones is an exquisite representation of a revered figure in Tibetan Buddhism. Crafted from bronze, it stands at a heigh...
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Nepalese Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Large Scale Japanese Cast Bronze Garden Peacock
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1172 Japanese hand cast finely detailed sculpture of a spread feathered peacock
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Vintage Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Varada mudra Old bronze Nepali Basundhara statue from Nepal
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Old bronze Nepali Green Tara statue Material : bronze 20,3 cm high 14,1 cm wide and 12,2 cm deep Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold Dharmachakra mudra Middle 20th century Inlaid with real...
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Nepalese Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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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 Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Antique Wood Carving Raccoon Dog 1900s-1940s / Sculpture Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old raccoon dog wood carving made in Japan. This wood carving was made in the early Showa period (1900s to 1940s). It is carved from a pine tree. In Japan, there is a...
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Japanese Showa Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Pine

Large Italian A.Santini Faux Ivory Tusk Carving God of Longevity Chinoiserie 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
A huge Italian A.Santini faux ivory resin sculpture in a curved tusk form, standing 25" tall, of a detailed Chinese god of Longevity standing with a child, mounted upon a stand with ...
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Italian Chinese Export Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Resin

Japanese Old Wood Sculpture Chimpanzee 1940s-1960s / Wood Carving Mingei
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese wood carving of a chimpanzee. It is from the mid-Showa period (1940s-1960s). It is made of camphorwood. It is a dynamic work boldly carved from a large tree....
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Japanese Showa Vintage Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Modern Creative Kokeshi Doll by Hideo Ishihara, Japan
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Rare Modern creative Kokeshi doll by Hideo Ishihara, Japan This rare whimsical sosaku kokeshi was created and signed by the award winning master, Hid...
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Japanese Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

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 ...
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Japanese Showa Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

1940s Cast Bronze Sukhothai-Buddha Head on a Grey Granite Base
Located in Berlin, DE
Emanating tranquility and timeless beauty, this 1940s Cast Bronze Sukhothai-Buddha Head rests serenely atop a distinguished grey granite base. A fusion of artistic mastery and spirit...
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Thai Tribal Vintage Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Granite, Bronze

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 Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

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...
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Indian Folk Art Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japan Tall Kasuga "Zodiac" Stone Lantern, 104 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
A superb tall 104 inch kasuga stone lantern depicting the 12 signs of zodiac Call or message us for details. Japan, a Fine tall kasuga granite stone lantern with a beautifully car...
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Japanese Showa Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Granite

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

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Rosewood

Chinese Bronze Seated Buddha Figure
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chinese Bronze Seated Buddha Figure the garment with patterned decoration. The staff, back plate and fire ball within the hand are removable for easier tra...
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Chinese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Huge Bird Paradise Sculpture Master Designer Eva Fritz-Lindner
Located in South Burlington, VT
A one-of-a-kind monumental Monumental Flamboyant Bird of Paradise -Knuppelhuhn- big sculpture created, handmade, and hand-painted by master designer Eva Fritz-Lindner (1933-2017) in about 1992. Handcrafted and hand-painted in beautiful colors by this artist. Designer/maker: Eva Fritz-Lindner (1933-2017) Signed with her stamp i3D. Glaze: The matte colors in lavender and pink and creams are still vivid and the hand painting is superb This is the only example we have seen in private hands. Substantial dimensions: 21.25 inches tall and 31.5 inches length Handmade / handarbeit and hand glazed About the artist: The bold Folk Art sculptress and ceramist Eva Fritz-Lindner (1933-2017) studied at the Werkkunstschule Wiesbaden and Darmstadt and was a master student in the sculptor class by Erich Kuhn. From 1955 she worked as a master designer at the Staatliche Majolika-Manufaktur Karlsruhe where she created and designed several hundred highly regarded ceramic folk art animal sculptures...
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German Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic, Pottery

Japanese Magnificent Koi Fish Silk Scroll Hand Painting Signed & Boxed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a stunning large scroll painting of Koi lazily swimming in a placid pond among Momiji fallen leaves. Hand painted in vibrant colors- an auspicious art composition rendered on ...
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Japanese Showa Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Silk

Monumental 23" Antique Chinese Gilt Wood Budai Hotai Buddha On Lotus Seat c.1940
Located in Richmond, CA
A monumental sized (H:42") vintage Chinese gilt wood carved Budai (Hotai) Buddha lacquered and gilt in gold. This large statue is well carved, showin...
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Chinese Qing Vintage Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Giltwood

Old standing marble statue of Vishnu from India
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : marble 52,8 cm high 23,5 cm wide and 10,5 cm deep Middle 20th century Weight: 10,92 kgs Originating from India Nr: 3725-2
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Indian Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

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...
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Japanese Showa Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

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
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Indian Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

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 Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

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 Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

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 Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

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...
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Chinese Chinese Export Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Resin

Japanese round shaped rabbits bronze pair Hiroharu Hiramatsu Showa era
By Hiroharu Hiramatsu
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of bronze rabbits running, their legs forming a round shape. Made by Hiroharu Hiramatsu (1896 Hyôgo prefecture – 1971, Fukushima,平松宏春). Specialized in metal art, he is a counci...
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Japanese Japonisme Vintage Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

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 ...
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Chinese Chinese Export Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Rose Quartz

Wood carved panel depicting fish
Located in NANTES, FR
Deeply carved wood panel depicting fish, maybe from Vietnam. The craftmanship is amazing, very decorative item. Do not hesitate to contact me for a shipping quote.
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Asian Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Vintage Pair Chinese Pewter Guardian Foo Lions Hong Kong NG AN Signed Mid 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
Pair of vintage Chinese pewter guardian lions, in fierce sitting pose, with copper accents for sharp claws, and each topped with an adjustable height brass ball attached by a threade...
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Chinese Chinese Export Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass, Pewter

Middle 20th century old lavastone Stupa from Indonesia - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The old lavastone Stupa is a magnificent and sacred artifact originating from Indonesia. Crafted from lavastone, this Stupa stands tall at 99 cm in height and has a diameter of 70 cm...
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Indonesian Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

Middle 20th century old wooden Burmese Mandalay Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Located in DEVENTER, NL
The old wooden Burmese Mandalay Buddha statue is a magnificent representation of artistic and spiritual craftsmanship. Crafted from wood, this statue stands 26,6 cm tall, with dimens...
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Burmese Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Serene Bronze Contemplative Buddha
Located in Somis, CA
A fine bronze statue depicting Buddha in contemplative mode. The broad face with closed eyes casting a serene aura, framed by long-lobed ears, beneath coiled hair and surmounted by a...
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Chinese Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Mid 20th Century Chinese Wooden Carved Pagoda/Nine Dragons Wall
Located in Pomona, CA
The original Nine Dragon Wall was built during the reconstruction of Ningshou Palace in 1772. It is 29.4 meters long, 3.5 meters high and 0.45 meters thick. It is a single-sided glazed screen wall built against the palace wall. Very famous in Chinese history. Up for your consideration is a reproduction of wooden carved nine dragon wall for decoration only. It has very delicate carving works of nine dragons on the front and nine phoenixes on the back. Also, there are four dragon posts to support the roof. Look at the detailed photos, there are some minor wears due to the age. but it still maintained its very good condition. Size: 17in H x 22in W x 3.75in D Origin: China Circa: 1950s Material: Wood Condition: Original finish, detailed hand carving works, normal age wear. Disclaimer: Due to differences in monitor/screen settings, product colors may differ slightly between product photos...
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Chinese Chinese Export Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Fine Gilt Double Bouquet Lotus Flowers
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions Original Japanese temple "blossoming lotus" flower bud stems form an attractive double bouquet. Made for a shrine altar, these flower blossoms and leaves symbolize the stages of the path toward enlightenment. The individual parts of each lotus is assembled and then joined in an arrangement of two stems and two bouquets and inserted into the vessel. Called "Jyôka" and they are placed on or next to an altar in a Buddhist temple. In Buddhism, the lotus is an important symbol of divine enlightenment because it blooms into beautiful flowers while growing in mud. Tsunehana means "a flower that continues to bloom forever" and "a flower that does not wither." For this reason, the flowers represented are in different stages of their life, unfolded lotus leaves, buds and full flowers, thus symbolizing the journey towards Buddhist enlightenment. This lovely Japanese gilt Lotus...
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Japanese Showa Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Paula Meizner "Untitled #16" Wood Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Paula Meizner (American, born Poland, 1904-1990) "Untitled #16" Constructivist wooden assemblage sculpture with carved and turned wood details, the statue resembling an abstracted fi...
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American Other Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Mid 20th Century Large old lavastone Buddha statue - OriginalBuddha
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Large old lavastone Buddha statue Material : lavastone 115 cm high 80 cm wide and 59 cm deep Estimated weight : 450 kg Dharmachakra mudra Middle 20th century Can be shipped worldwide...
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Indonesian Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

Andrianna Shamaris Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved merbau wood panel from Lampung, Sumatra. We have a collection in various sizes. Please inquire. The size and price reflect the one shown. Stunning on both sides. ...
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Primitive Vintage Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Year of the Dragon Elaborate Hand Carved Stone Dragon Sculpture on Rosewood Base
Located in Tustin, CA
Intricately hand carved from a single block of richly variegated stone, this incredibly detailed and elaborate, Chinese sculpture is a true work of art. It features a dragon on a car...
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Chinese Chinese Export Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone, Carnelian

Mid 20th Century Special large old lavastone Buddha statue OriginalBuddha
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Special large old lavastone Buddha statue Material : lavastone 153 cm high 126 cm wide and 85 cm deep Estimated weight : +/- 1000 kg Dharmachakra mudra Middle 20th century Very beaut...
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Indonesian Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Lava

Mid-20th century Old wooden Burmese Monk statue from Burma - OriginalBuddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This wooden piece, originating from Burma during the middle of the 20th century, is a fine example of Mandalay style craftsmanship. It stands at a height of 18.8 cm and boasts dimens...
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Burmese Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Middle 20th century Old bronze Japanese Amida Buddha statue from Japan
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Material : bronze 28,4 cm high 17 cm wide and 17 cm deep Fire gilded with 24 krt. gold Abhaya mudra Middle 20th century Bought in Nepal in 2022 Weight: 2,99 kgs Originating from Japa...
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Japanese Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

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