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Technique: Hand-Carved
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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Early 20th Century Chinese Han Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Oceanic Carved Hardwood Lime Spatula, Papua New Guinea
Located in Stamford, CT
A Papua New Guinea hand carved ebony lime spatula covered with continuous swirl designs etched on the open handle and shaft, with some traces of lime stil...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Tribal Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Ebony

17th or 18 Century Burmese Hand Carved Stone Head of a Man Mounted on Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Burmese hand carved stone sculpture from the 17th or 18th century, depicting a man's head and mounted on a custom wooden base. Hand carved from stone in Burma during the 17th or 18th century, this sculpture, featuring a man's head and showcasing a serene attitude, was intended for a temple. The eyes and the shape of the head are typically Burmese. The head presents a headband and lying ears, which suggest the character is an important one. Mounted on a red lacquered wooden base, this antique Burmese hand carved stone head sculpture...
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18th Century Burmese Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone, Metal

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. Born in the Western portion of India in the state of Gujarat, this exquisite hand carved temple sculpture features a mother and her child. Topped with a delicate headdress and wearing nice clothes and jewelry, the woman is depicted in a frontal position, while her small child, hanging from her flank and grabbing her dress, is turning his head backwards to look at us. A big smile adorns his lips. 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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Early 20th Century Indian Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Pair Antique Hand Carved Prosperity and Business Lucky Gods
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a wonderful pair (2) finely hand carved hardwood sculptures of Ebisu and Daikoko, two of Japan's seven lucky gods signifying prosperity, good busines...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Burmese 19th Century Hand Carved, Gilded and Painted Sculpture of a Seated Woman
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Burmese hand carved and gilded seated woman statue from the 19th century, in traditional costume. Created in Burma during the 19th century, this sculpture depicts a woman wearing a gilded traditional Burmese costume with sandals, and showcases black tied hair. Painted details enliven her face, which is accented by earrings. Carved details represent the folds of her clothes. Her perforate hands probably held something. Thanks to its very detailed aspect, this statue is an excellent example of the Burmese wood...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Tang-Style Horse
Located in Sheffield, MA
The beautifully hand carved Chinese wood horse is in the style of those produced during the Tang Dynasty. The material is a dark wood with remnant of red paint. Parts were carved sep...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Tang Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Architectural Carved Temple Wood Fragment
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique architectural carved wood temple truss fragment from Rajasthan India. Large and heavy wood hand carved fragment architectural temple fragment. Depicting a bird, foliages an...
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Late 18th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Carved and Painted Quan Yin Figure, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Monumental Chinese carved and painted Quan Yin figure 19th century Remarkable large scale statue of Quan Yin (Goddess of Mercy and Compassion) Am...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Paint

Antique Carved Wooden Harem Shoe
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique hand-carved wooden Turkish harem shoe. One shoe only available. Great decorative collector item, circa 1870.
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Late 19th Century Turkish Moorish Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Chinese Heaven General Statue, Carved Wooden Sculpture
Located in Somis, CA
Large, 19th century wooden statue depicts the "Heaven General", who is the God that is in charge of getting rid of evils and protecting our...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Charm Token Shoe with Compartment, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Originally tucked in a pocket as a charm, this tiny shoe was kept close at hand as a talisman for marital happiness. Meticulously carved from wood, the shoe is decorated with a double happiness symbol, the traditional symbol for conjugal bliss. A lovely Valentine’s Day or anniversary gift, the charm has a compartment ready to be filled with a note or small gift...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Pine

Huge 37" Wooden Gilded Buddha Statue
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful solid wood Buddha statue. The Buddha is seated on a lotus throne. His face is serene and peaceful. The statue is of the Tang dynasty st...
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20th Century Chinese Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Japanese Hand Carved Puppy
Located in Hudson, NY
Antique Japanese hand carved puppy. Expertly carved, showing a poised and alert puppy. Comes in original storage box with dedication, artist sign...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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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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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Burl

Vintage Burmese Polychrome Carved Wooden Statue of a Warrior on his Horse
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Burmese polychrome wooden statue from the mid-20th century, depicting a warrior on a horse. Born in Burma during the mid-century period, this striking carved wooden statue ...
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Natural Wood Stand
Located in Hudson, NY
Hand-carved Japanese natural wood stand.
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

Small Song Dynasty Carved Wood Bodhisattva, 13th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A small and very fine Chinese carved sandalwood figure of a bodhisattva, possibly Avalokiteshvara (Guan Yin), Song Dynasty (960 to 1276), circa 13th ...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Hardwood

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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Early 20th Century Thai Country Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Hardwood, Giltwood, Paint

11C Ambika Buff Sandstone Western India
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a stunning piece of Indian antiquity from the 11th century, namely, a 11C Ambika Buff Sandstone Western India carving. From Western India. ...
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15th Century and Earlier Indian Archaistic Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Sandstone

Chinese Hongshan Style Red Jade Sun God Carving
Located in Houston, TX
A Chinese Hongshan style carved red jade sun god. These early jade style carvings were typical ceremonial burial pieces of the Neolithic period and Hongshan c...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Jade

Thai Siamese Carved Teak Wood Panel of Temple Goddess
Located in New York, NY
Old Siamese hand-carved teak panel of a temple goddess and her admirer or consort, with finely detailed background.
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Mid-20th Century Southeast Asian Tribal Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Teak

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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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Lapis Lazuli

Japanese Abstract Expressionist Carved Wood Sculpture by Takao Kimura
By Takao Kimura
Located in Austin, TX
A powerful abstract expressionist caved elm wood sculpture by Japanese artist Takao Kimura, circa 1970s. Carved in two parts, the swooping, concave body plays dramatically with the o...
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1970s Japanese Expressionist Vintage Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Elm

Thai 19th Century Carved Wood Temple Dragon Sculpture Mounted on Metal Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century Thai hand-carved wooden temple dragon sculpture mounted on a custom base. Born in Thailand during the 19th century, this abstracted wooden dragon...
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19th Century Thai Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Carved Wood Gilt-Lacquered Sculpture of Seated Japanese Edo Buddha Amida Nyorai
Located in Studio City, CA
This truly a magnificent piece. Stunning. Beautiful. Supremely serene. Meticulously hand carved in such fine and amazing detail (see hands and flowing robes). Gilded throughout. S...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Lacquer, Wood

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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Early 20th Century Indian Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

3rd Century Red Sandstone Elephant
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a STUNNING piece of Indian Antiquity from circa the 3rd Century, namely, a 3rd Century Red Sandstone Elephant . From Central India. The piec...
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15th Century and Earlier Indian Medieval Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Sandstone

Lady Guanyin Bodhisattva Gilded Wood Carving - Ming Dynasty, China 1368-1644 AD
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Magnificent Lady Guanyin Bodhisattva seated in Royal Relaxation pose hand-carved in Gilded Wood with traces of paint still visible. This expressi...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Asian Wood Hand Crafted Coffee Table
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous Asian coffee table, great quality and very fine hand carved wood. Rectangular Asian wood coffee table with very interesting art work, ...
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20th Century Balinese Arts and Crafts Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Edo Period Japanese Bodhisattva Shrine
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible Edo Period Japanese gilt and lacquered carved wood shrine depicting a Bodhisattva with piercing glass eyes, a contemplative expression, and h...
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Early 1800s Japanese Japonisme Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Giltwood, Lacquer, Wood

Burmese Ava Period Carved, Lacquered and Giltwood Buddha, Late 18th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A sublime and rare late 18th century Burmese Ava period carved, lacquered and gilt Buddha. The historical Buddha, Shakyamuni, is portrayed in bhumisparsha mudra, the gesture of calling the Earth to witness, commemorating the moment the Buddha reached enlightenment. The Buddha is dressed in patchwork...
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Late 18th Century Burmese Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

10th Century Temple Bracket Buff Sandstone Central India
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a stunning piece of Indian antiquity from the 10th century, namely, a temple bracket buff sandstone central India carving. From Central In...
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15th Century and Earlier Indian Archaistic Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Sandstone

Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved, Painted and Giltwood Amitayus Buddha
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful and serene Chinese Ming dynasty carved wood figure of the Buddha Amitayus, the Buddha of long life, and a form of Amitabha Buddha. He is seated in dhyanassana, dressed in...
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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Edo Period Carved Wood Mask of Old Man Ko-Jo
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Edo period carved wood mask depicting Ko-Jo, an old man. The piece dates to circa 1820 and is in great condition. 15 inches long with t...
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1820s Japanese Edo Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Indian Antique 19th Century Architectural Temple Molding with Carved Animals
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique 19th century architectural molding from an Indian temple with carved animals and foliage. Born in India during the 19th century, this horizontal cornice features carved protruding animals standing out beautifully on foliage adorned structure. Presenting a nicely worn appearance and traces of a green polychromy, this architectural temple...
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19th Century Indian Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese 19th Century Hand-Carved Rosewood Lacquered Bird and Foliage Wall Plaque
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century lacquered Chinese wall plaque hand-carved in rosewood. This rectangular plaque displays a lobed medallion showcasing a bird and foliage composition. This lightly hand-...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Rosewood, Wood

Chinese Meditation Stone on Carved Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
A well-chosen stone is a focal point of both a traditional Chinese garden and a scholar's studio, evoking the grandeur of nature and inspiring creative thought. Meditation stones off...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Rustic Anglo-Indian Candleholder
Located in Sheffield, MA
The large sculptural antique rustic Anglo-Indian candleholder made from architectural element. Carved hardwood with an indented metal disk and spike or pricket for candles with extra...
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19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Hardwood

Large Carved Wood, Lacquered and Gilt Seated Temple Shrine Thai or Burma Buddha
Located in Studio City, CA
Amazing piece. Heavy and solid. Carved from a single block of wood and wonderfully colored and decorated. Buddha has a serene facial expression with hands in the "Calling The Earth to Witness" Mudra position. Likely Burmese or Northern Thai. We are listing as 20th century but could be older. From a large collection of Asian artifacts...
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20th Century Asian Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Lacquer

18-19th Century, Manalai, Birmania, Gilded Wood with Glassware Inlays Standing
Located in Mexico City, MX
One of the figures that have impacted me –among the religions I have had the joy of approaching, studying or even living– is undoubtedly the Lord Buddha. This figure reminds me of the ascetic Buddha who describes Herman Hesse...
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19th Century Asian Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Glass, Wood

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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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Soapstone

Hand-carved wooden statue with Lord Krishna from a piece of a tree
Located in Delft, NL
Hand-carved wooden statue with Lord Krishna from a piece of a tree A hand-carved statue from a piece of a tree with bark With a scene of Lord Kr...
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20th Century Indian Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Polychrome Altar Spirit, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand carved and vibrantly painted, this 19th century figure of a mythical spirit was once placed upon a traditional altar table to pay tribute to ancestors past. The figure is carved...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Paint

Antique Burmese Hand-Carved Wood Seated Goat Sculpture from the 19th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century seated goat statue hand-carved in wood from Burma. This hand-carved statue depicts a goat, seated on his hind legs with his front legs pull...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Early 19th Century Chinese Carved Agate Urn Set on a French Gilt Base
Located in Hudson, NY
This fine Chinese urn carving from the early 19th century has been in the late 19th century placed on a carved wood base that has been gilded creating a dramatic foil for the carving...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Agate

China 18th Century Chinese Decoration Element in Lacquered and Gilded Wood
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Interesting element probably coming from a lacquered and gilded wood furniture or panel representing a tripod - shaped vase with curved legs with...
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Lacquer, Giltwood

Antique Monumental Asian Hand-Carved Wooden Decorative Panel
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Asian Thai monumental, measuring 8’ x 8' hand-carved wooden temple panel. Definitely a one of a kind piece Thai red and gold panel with de...
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20th Century Thai Folk Art Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Architectural Carved Wood Temple Truss from India
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of tall Antique architectural carved wood temple truss fragments from India on stand. Wooden hand-carved fragments architectural truss temple, ...
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Early 18th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Pair of Large Tang-Style Chinese Carved Bactrian Camels
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a very unusual pair of large antique Chinese carved wood bactrian camels. The camels date to the 19th century and are in the Tang dynasty style. The camels retain their beaut...
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19th Century Chinese Tang Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

An Exceptional Carved Giltwood & Black Lacquered Shan Style Buddha, Circa 1890
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A most impressive and exceptionally fine hand carved, black lacquered & gilded Shan style buddha. Shown wearing a finely carved & richly detailed mon...
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1890s Burmese Other Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Giltwood, Lacquer

Early Japanese Hinoki Wood Sculpture of Bishamon
Located in Hudson, NY
Early Japanese Hinoki wood sculpture of Bishamon. Kamakura period (1185 - 1333) sculpture made from hinoki wood. Bishamon is also known as Tamonten, meanin...
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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

16th Century Thai Ayutthaya Sandstone Torso of the Buddha
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely carved sandstone torso of the Buddha, Ayutthaya period (1350-1767), Thailand. Wonderfully simplistic, the only ornamentation this torso displays...
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16th Century Thai Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Sandstone

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 Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Rose Quartz

Japan Huge Superb Antique Hand-Carved Ceiling Hook Sculpture, 1890
Located in South Burlington, VT
A large and finely carved antique Japanese 20 inch wooden jizai gake, or pothook hanger. An Impressive sculpture in size and possessing a gorgeous patina from authentic use. These hangers were suspended with a rope from heavy beams, over the open hearth. From the hanger an adjustable hook was hung that held a kettle. Notice the grooves formed on this example result of decades of use. Best materials: black lacquered zelkova wood. Dimensions: 20 inches high and 16 inches length It is very unusual for jizaigake to be lacquered. A similar piece can be found in the Montgomery collection. Hand carved, and hand finished- hard to improve upon. Provenance: Old Nagoya collection. We have been dealing in authentic Japanese and Chinese fine art...
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Pair of Carved Oak Stylized Griffin Sculptures, 1900s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lovely pair of antique oak carved winged Griffins circa 1900s. Good size and good condition, these artful accessories are sure to imbue the space with character and imagination. Can ...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Oak

19th C., Mandalay, a Pair of Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Monks / Disciples
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of Burmese wooden seated disciples. Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th century Size: Height 23 - 23.8 C.M. / Width 15 - 17.8 C.M. / Length 18.2 - 19.7 C.M. Condition: Nice con...
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19th Century Burmese Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Han Dynasty, Antique Chinese Pottery Entertainer Figurine
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Chinese pottery entertainer wearing tunic and hat. This pottery was found from Sichuan area. Age: China, Han Dynasty, 206 B.C. - A.D. 220 Size: Height 22 C.M. / Width 16.8 C.M. (siz...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

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