Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

Color: Black

Technique: Gilt

Monumental Shan Burmese Gilt Lacquer Buddha Head, Early 20th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A Burmese gilt dry lacquer monumental head of the Buddha, Shan States, Myanmar (Burma), early 20th century. This monumental dry lacquer and gilt head ...

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Early 20th Century Burmese Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Shell, Lacquer

Monumental Shan Burmese Gilt Lacquer Buddha Head, Early 20th Century

Ming Dynasty Polychrome Lacquer and Gilt Iron Figure of Ananda

Located in Austin, TX

Ananda is portrayed in a typical fashion, as a youthful monk with a shaved head and dressed in simple robes. He stands upon a double lotus pedestal with hands clasped in front of him...

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16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Ming Dynasty Polychrome Lacquer and Gilt Iron Figure of Ananda

Monumental Burmese Ava Style Marble Head of the Buddha, 17th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A large carved, lacquered and gilt Ava style marble head of the Buddha, Burma (now Myanmar), 17th century. Originally part of what must have been a monumental Buddha...

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Mid-17th Century Burmese Antique Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Marble

Monumental Burmese Ava Style Marble Head of the Buddha, 17th Century

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19th Century Thai Antique Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Bronze Thai Siam Temple Shrine Kamphaeng Phet Style Buddha Head on Marble Stand

H 3.75 in W 2 in D 2 in

Rose Quartz Buddha Head 4.4 Lb

Located in Somis, CA

100% natural finest AAA grade rose quartz. Statue is hand carved of a young Shakyamuni with downcast eyes above pursed lips, flanked by long earlobes, al...

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20th Century Indian Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Rose Quartz

Rose Quartz Buddha Head 4.4 Lb

H 8 in W 4 in D 3 in

Early 20th Century Burmese Lacquered Tray, “Pagan Bya”

Located in Atlanta, GA

Burmese (Myanmar) Lacquerware has a long tradition dating back to the 13th century. Lacquer in Burma is called “Thitsi” meaning the sap of a Thitsi Tree (Melanhorrea Usitata). Typica...

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Early 20th Century Burmese Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Bamboo, Lacquer

Early 20th Century Burmese Lacquered Tray, “Pagan Bya”

H 4 in Dm 20.25 in

Shan Burmese Buddha Figure

Located in Chicago, IL

This large and important representation of the historical Buddha, Siddhārtha Gautama, was done in dry lacquer and richly gilt according to Shan-Burmese sculptural traditions. Though...

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18th Century Burmese Antique Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Gold Leaf

Shan Burmese Buddha Figure

H 41 in W 25.5 in D 19 in

Early 20th Century Burmese Lacquer Offering Vessel, Hsun Ok

Located in Atlanta, GA

Burmese (Myanmar) lacquer ware has a long tradition dating back to the 13th century. Lacquer in Burma is called “Thitsi” meaning the sap of a Thitsi Tree (Melanhorrea Usitata). Typically, bamboo and wood are used as a frame or base in making lacquer work. This covered offering vessel is called a “Hsun Ok...

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1920s Burmese Vintage Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Lacquer

Early 20th Century Burmese Lacquer Offering Vessel, Hsun Ok

H 31 in Dm 14.5 in

Southeast Asian Stone Shakyamuni Buddha Head

Located in Chicago, IL

With closed eyes and a gentle expression, this large stone head depicts the Shakyamuni Buddha in calm meditation. Also known as Shaka, Gautama Buddha, or Prince Siddhartha, the histo...

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20th Century Southeast Asian Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Southeast Asian Stone Shakyamuni Buddha Head

H 12.25 in W 7.5 in D 8.5 in

SanCai Glazed Figure of a Camel Chinese Tang Dynasty Style

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Vintage Sancai glazed blue pottery figure of a camel Chinese Tang Dynasty manner. A wonderful large Chinese Tang-style glazed pottery figure of a camel carrying goods. Made from tr...

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1950s Chinese Tang Vintage Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

SanCai Glazed Figure of a Camel Chinese Tang Dynasty Style

H 21 in W 15 in D 11 in

Chinese Polychrome Jade Emperor Altar Figure, c. 1800

Located in Chicago, IL

This 18th-century carved wooden figure likely depicts the Jade Emperor, the supreme monarch of heaven and earth in Chinese folklore and Taoist mythology. Ruler of all deities and ben...

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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Polychrome Jade Emperor Altar Figure, c. 1800

H 7.5 in W 4.5 in D 3 in

Balinese Polychrome and Gilt Wood Sculpture of a Winged Lion

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A Balinese polychrome and gilt wood sculpture of a winged lion, Singa Bersayap Northeast Bali, Singaraja, Buleleng Regency, circa 1900-1930 H...

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Early 20th Century Balinese Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Polychrome and Gilt Wood Sculpture of a Winged Lion

H 21.86 in W 12.8 in D 21.26 in

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...

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Early 20th Century Asian Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Sandstone

Early 20th Century Sandstone Buddha Head, Northern India

H 17 in W 8 in D 7 in

Chinese Ming Style Bronze Metal Seated Buddha

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Diminutive Chinese bronze metal Buddha sculpture depicted sitting. Beautifully crafted in the Ming style with intricate details. The bronze has a rich patinated finish with verdigris.

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20th Century Chinese Ming Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal, Bronze

Chinese Ming Style Bronze Metal Seated Buddha

H 8 in W 5.5 in D 4 in

Bronze Thai Siam Asian Temple Shrine Buddha Head Bust Fragment 18th-19th Century

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautifully sculpted Thai/ Siam Southeast Asian bronze Buddha head on a custom wood stand. The Buddha's eyes are closed in serene meditation. This beautiful gem has a wonderful feel and heft to it. Very well well crafted with a gorgeous natural organic patina acquired over age. This bust/fragment likely belonged to a larger Buddha statue...

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18th Century Thai Antique Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Bronze Thai Siam Asian Temple Shrine Buddha Head Bust Fragment 18th-19th Century

H 5.25 in W 3 in D 1.7 in

Previously Available Items

Japanese Hard to Find Old Gilt Blue "Eggplant" LED Candle Holder & Censer

Located in South Burlington, VT

Beautiful example with fine original gilt and blue hand painted patina. From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition Japanese Hard To Find Old "Egg Plant" LED Candle...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Hard to Find Old Gilt Blue "Eggplant" LED Candle Holder & Censer

H 5 in Dm 5 in

Japanese Pair Old Gilt Cast "Wise Owl" Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

A rare pair beautiful owls From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition with original attractive gilding present. Harder to find 4.5 inch size. Japan, an att...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Pair Old Gilt Cast "Wise Owl" Lanterns

H 4.5 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in

Japanese Pair Old Big Feet Owl Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

First pair we have seen- bursting brilliant night light in all directions! From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition with attractive gilding present. First pair ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Pair Old Big Feet Owl Lighting Lanterns

H 4.25 in Dm 3.5 in

Pair of 17th Century Chinese Gilt Cast Iron Foo Dog Statues

Located in Middleburg, VA

Pair of 17th Century Chinese gilt cast iron foo dog statues Foo Dogs are lions that are placed for symbolic protection. The female represents yin an...

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18th Century Chinese Antique Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Pair of 17th Century Chinese Gilt Cast Iron Foo Dog Statues

H 10 in W 6 in D 9.5 in

Japanese Vintage Lantern and Wind Chime with Beautiful Ringing Bell

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, a beautiful and an unusual handcrafted iron lantern complete with a beautiful suspended antique bronze ringing bell in the underside- the co...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Vintage Lantern and Wind Chime with Beautiful Ringing Bell

H 8 in W 4 in D 4 in

Vintage Thai Black Lacquered Goat Sculpture with Ornate Gilt Jewelry Motifs

Located in Yonkers, NY

A vintage Thai black lacquered goat sculpture from the mid-20th century, with gold highlights and ornate motifs. Crafted in Thailand during the midcentury period, this wooden goat sculpture features a black lacquered body showing good signs of aging, accented with gilt motifs. Peacefully resting, the goat is slightly lifting her head up. She is adorned with ornate jewelry...

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Mid-20th Century Thai Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Vintage Thai Black Lacquered Goat Sculpture with Ornate Gilt Jewelry Motifs

H 18 in W 30 in D 8 in

Japanese Antique Akita Dog 20th Century Handmade

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent Japanese Acquisitions A handsome and animated antique handmade and hand glazed big Akita dog with gold glazing highlights dating to the 20th...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

Japanese Antique Akita Dog 20th Century Handmade

H 13 in W 12 in D 7 in

Pair of 19th Century Thai Temple Attendant Monks

Located in Lambertville, NJ

19th century pair of gilt decorated Thai terracotta temple monks on later custom bases. An original pair with a weathered gold surface resting on a flat b...

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Late 19th Century Thai Antique Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Terracotta

Pair of 19th Century Thai Temple Attendant Monks

H 18 in W 8 in D 9.5 in

Burmese Mandalay Period Carved Alabaster Buddha Head, 19th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A sublime Burmese carved and painted alabaster head of the Buddha, Mandalay Period, early 19th century. The face of the Buddha has been beautifully rendered in a milky white alabas...

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Early 19th Century Burmese Antique Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Alabaster

Burmese Mandalay Period Carved Alabaster Buddha Head, 19th Century

H 16 in W 7 in D 8 in

Pair of Chinese Gilt Caststone Garden Fu Lions

Located in Cypress, CA

Whimsical large pair of Chinese gilt caststone garden fu lions. Very heavy.

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Late 20th Century Chinese Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Cast Stone

Pair of Chinese Gilt Caststone Garden Fu Lions

H 20 in W 16 in D 9 in

19th Century Lao Buddha Statue

Located in New York, NY

19th century Lao Buddha (Life like size). Late Era: Second period (1827-1893) Wonderful example of Laotian Buddhist Folk Art. The art of the Lao Buddha imag...

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1860s Laotian Antique Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Hardwood

19th Century Lao Buddha Statue

H 71.5 in W 16 in D 10 in

Delightful Standing Woman Figure from Japan

Located in Berlin, DE

A very fine carving from Japan, Meiji period circa 1900. On rectangular wooden base. Rich gilded, with inlaid mother-of-pearl. Hands, feet, head and a pole ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Gilt Sculptures and Carvings

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Gold

Delightful Standing Woman Figure from Japan

H 11.02 in W 4.92 in D 3.74 in

12 Calming Spaces Inspired by Japanese Design

From cherry-blossom-adorned walls paired with glamorous lighting to wood-paneled ceilings above checkerboard-patterned chairs, these 12 spaces seamlessly blend Eastern and Western aesthetics.

Rodrigo Rivero Lake’s Mexico City Showroom Is a Museum-Worthy Trove of Spanish Colonial and Asian Antiques

The dealer and curator has spent the past 50 years amassing a collection of exceptional art, furniture and architectural elements that trace the cultural influence of the Spanish empire from Europe to the Americas and beyond.