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Technique: Hand-Carved
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Japanese Big Old Bronze Temple Bell with Brilliant Resonating Sound, 18Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
For your special garden setting or indoor display space.
Big Hand Cast Bronze Bell Bold with a most pleasant resonating sound
Beautiful resonating ring tones await the new owner of this big one-of-a-kind vintage bronze bell from old Japan. Its beautiful natural patina makes it an attractive and desirable work of art. This distinctive dragon headed bell called ryuzu and remarkable protrusions called chi chi or nyu are crafted by generations old skilled Japanese specialists to improve sound resonance and are unique to Japan's ancient traditions.
This vintage hand cast bronze temple bell dates to the middle Showa period, mid-20th century.
A scarce survivor, this rugged bell was gently used.
Please note its impressive cast dragon headed top ryuzu, thick walls and original blue gray toned patina.
Dimensions: 18 inches tall and 10 inches diameter. It has been used and possesses an original aged patina appropriate to its age-just the way we like to find them.
Its beautiful resonating sound is guaranteed to please you.
The ringing resonation of this bell brings to the Japanese people - the voice of Buddha- is even more impressive because of its thick walls (see photo). Its sound and voice of Buddha was used to deliver wishes to the temples patrons and followers.
Unique. Great garden consideration.
Only One.
We will also include a complimentary hand striker.
Lifetime guarantee of authenticity.
History of Japan's temple bells, bonsho :
Rather than containing a clapper, bonsho is struck from the outside, using either a handheld mallet or a beam suspended on ropes.
Antique Japanese bronze temple bells...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Bronze
Set of Three Gilded Wood Carvings for Love
Located in Somis, CA
A set of three beautifully gilded, carved 19th century wood panels. The three dimensional carvings render a scene from the famous Chinese oper...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Wood
Pair Antique Chinese Carved Celadon Jade Guardian Lions ROC Early 20th Century
Located in Richmond, CA
This exquisite pair of celadon jade guardian lions hails from the early Republic of China period, a testament to the era's craftsmanship. The lions are intricately carved from high-q...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Jade
Antique Chinese Hetain White-Yellowish Jade "Cicada" 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A nice hand-carved antique, Chinese Hetain White-Yellowish Jade "Cicada" from the 19th Century.
The color is presented in white-yellowish and the context of the body is very pure and...
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Jade
Early 20th C., Showa, A Pair of Japanese Bronze Standing Birds with Artist Sign
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of Japanese bronze standing birds on the stand with artist sign.
Artist signature is on the last photo.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th Century
Size of birds only: Heigh...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Bronze
Antique Chinese Hetain White /C Carved Jade Pendant 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A nice hand-carved antique, Chinese Hetain Carved White/Celadon Jade Pendant with 2 sets of wishful characters on both sides, Jixang (Fortube) an...
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Antique Chinese Hetain Celedon Jade "Belt Buckles" 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese Hetain Celedon Jade "2 Part Belt Buckle" has a delicate carved dragon on each buckle from the 19th Century.
The color is presented in celedon and the context of the b...
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Antique Chinese Carved Tibetan turquoise Snuff Bottle, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Turquoise snuff bottle. China. 19th century. Tibetan turquoise in hematite matrix. Surface carved with monkeys and mythical animals. Well hollow...
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19th Century Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Agate
Fine Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, Mid-20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The finely detailed Chinese soapstone carving from the 20th century portrays a picturesque mountain village nestled in a serene landscape. Crafted with exquisite precision, the carvi...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Soapstone
Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, Mid-20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The Chinese yellow soapstone carving from the mid-20th century is depicting a village scene, is a stunning piece of art with intricate details and cultural significance. Yellow soaps...
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20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Soapstone
Antique Chinese Hetain Celedon Jade "Double Gourd" 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese Hetain Celedon Jade "Double Gourd" from the 19th Century.
The hand-carved of the loverly gourd shape with the flora to wrap the gourd. The color is presented in celed...
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Jade
Antique Chinese Carved Agate Snuff Bottle #2, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A fine and beautiful Carved Agate Snuff Bottle, with well hollowed interior with a coral cap.
The cap has a couple of small chips on the edge.
A very fine selection for the highest q...
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19th Century Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Agate
Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, Mid-20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The Chinese soapstone carving from the mid-20th century is depicting a village scene, is a stunning piece of art with intricate details and cultural significance. The carving showcas...
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20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Soapstone
Antique Chinese Hetain White Carved Jade Pendant 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A nice hand-carved antique, Chinese Hetain Carved White Jade Pendant in eight angles of lotus leaves. The pendant has two different carved patterns on two surfaces very delicate and ...
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Jade
Antique Chinese Carved Agate Snuff Bottle #1, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A fine and beautiful Carved Agate Snuff Bottle, with well hollowed interior with a coral cap.
A very fine selection for the highest quality of agate and skillful craftsmanship.
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19th Century Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Agate
Antique Chinese Hetain White/C Jade Carved Group "Two Rams" 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A nice hand-carved antique, Chinese Hetain White with a light celadon Jade of Two Rams from the 19th Century.
The color is presented in white with a very light celadon and the contex...
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Jade
Antique Chinese Carved Hetain Celedon Jade "Double Gourd" 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Chinese Hetain Celedon Jade "Double Gourd" from the 19th Century.
The hand-carved loverly gourd shape group with the intricated flora wrapping the gourd. The color is present...
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
Antique Large Chinese Hetain White/G Jade Carved Group "3 Rams" Early 20th C.
Located in Norton, MA
A nice hand-carved antique, a Large and Heavy Chinese Hetain White- Light Gray Jade of 3 Rams resting on the fitted wooden stand., 360° carving. There is a meaning behind this artwor...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Other Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Jade
Radiating Yellow Buddhist Soapstone Carving, 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The radiating yellow soapstone carving depicts a serene and spiritually evocative scene set in the elevated hills, capturing the essence of Buddhist monks in the 20th century. The so...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Soapstone
Antique Heavy Chinese Carved Hetain White Jade "Elephant, 388 Grams" 19th C
Located in Norton, MA
A lovely and cute hand-carved antique, Heavy and Faty Chinese Carved Hetain White Jade with russet markings, very pure and clean in the body contents with the mutton fat appearance,...
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Jade
Antique Chinese Carved Turquoise Turtle Snuff Bottle, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A finely carved turquoise turtle Snuff Bottle in all the detail shown with a coral cap resting on a fitted wooden stand.
A very unique selection of the highest quality turquoise and ...
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19th Century Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Agate
A Finely Chinese Hand Carved Myanmar Jadeite
Located in Norton, MA
This is hand-carved loverly jadeite with a color of light blue. It's an oval shape and almost round. You may think it's a pendant, but in reality is a 360° carving with a Monkey ridi...
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20th Century Chinese Other Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Jade
Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, Mid-20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The soapstone is characterized by a smooth and polished surface, with the choice of stone allowing for a nuanced exploration of color and form. The central focus of the scene is vill...
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20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Soapstone
Asian Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The Chinese mustard soapstone carving from the mid-20th century, depicting a village scene centered around a tree, is a captivating piece of art with a distinct color palette and a f...
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20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Soapstone
Monumental Chinese Buddhist Mountain Monastery Soapstone Carving, 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The Monumental Chinese Buddhist Mountain Monastery Soapstone Carving is a masterful work of art that encapsulates the grandeur and spiritual significance of Chinese Buddhist archite...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Soapstone
Asian Soapstone Carving Of Travelling Villagers, 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The soapstone carving, with its smooth and polished surface, unfolds a scene of movement and journey across the warm, earthy tones of the stone. The composition centers around a grou...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Bamboo HeHe ErXian Group, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A wonderful Chinese bamboo figural carving featuring the Taoist immortal twins of eternal youth, known as the HeHe ErXian, Qing dynasty, 19th century.
F...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bamboo
Japanese Bronze Pheasant Okimono Genryusai Seiya
Located in Newark, England
Unusual Casting of a Pheasant in Flight
From our Japanese collection, we are delighted to offer this Japanese bronze okimono of a Pheasant upon a naturalistic root wood base. The Ph...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japan Large Antique Stone Joyful Temple Lion, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan a tall early antique stone temple mythical Shi Shi Temple Foo Dog Lion also known as Komainu hand-carved in sandstone.
Dimensions: 23 inches high and 10 inches wide and 16 inches deep
Age: great age dating to the middle Edo period (1800-1840). Old and original patina with aged and substantial traces of encrustation still visible. Ancient repair.
These Older Buddhist mythological Komainu like this example are infrequently found in not only this impressive size, but in this early age. Today these are often seen guarding entrances to Japanese Buddhist temples and shrines.
About Shishi Komainu Ah and Un:
Temple Shishi are traditionally depicted, one with mouth open (Ah) and one with mouth closed (Un). Ah is the first sound in the Japanese alphabet...
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Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Sandstone
Asian Mustard-Yellow Soapstone Carving Depicting Village Scene, 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The soapstone carving, with its smooth and polished mustard yellow surface, serves as a canvas for a scene that exudes life and detail. In the foreground, three villagers are expertl...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Soapstone
Asian Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Mountain Village Landscape, 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The soapstone surface, in warm hues, serves as the canvas for an intricate landscape that stretches across the carving. Hills, meticulously carved with textured details, rise and fal...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Soapstone
Chinese Soapstone Carving of a Buddhist Village Scene, Mid-20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The Chinese soapstone carving from the mid-20th century is depicting a village scene, is a stunning piece of art with intricate details and cultural significance. The carving showcas...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Soapstone
Lapis Lazuli Shiva Statue Natual Finest 8.5 lb
Located in Somis, CA
A rare 8.5 lb all natural lapis lazuli statue of Shiva, one of the most worshipped Hindu Gods. Hand carved by a master Indian artist, using the finest lapis lazuli gemstone with the most saturated, brilliant cobalt blue. Seated dyana asana on a throne supported by a tiger, Shiva holds a weapon of trident in his right hand and a damaru drum...
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20th Century Indian Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Lapis Lazuli
Japanese Fine Hand Carved Pair Flying Cranes With Matsu Trees Ranma Screen
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a fine hand carved wooden screen "ranma" or transom featuring a spectacular composition of a pair (2) of finely carved flying cranes among matsu trees executed in kuri (chestnut wood), circa 1950s.
In Japan, the crane, or tsuru, is a national treasure and is considered the bird of happiness...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Wood
Burmese Mandalay Seated Buddha, Red Lacquered, Gilt and Embellished, 19th c
Located in Austin, TX
A gorgeous and serene Burmese carved teak wood figure of a seated Buddha, Mandalay style and of the period, late 19th century, Burma (Myanmar).
This elegant Buddha is portrayed seat...
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Late 19th Century Burmese Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Shell, Glass, Teak, Lacquer
Group of Rajasthani Musicians, 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The group of three Rajasthani wooden musician figurines are a stunning example of traditional Indian craftsmanship. These intricately detailed and b...
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19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Wood
Chinese Complete Antique Handcarved Wood and Porcelain Bird Cage, Fine Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions and found in original condition
The first complete bird cage we have seen.
Found in Japan, this attractive antique Chinese hand crafted wooden bird cage is replete with four multi glazed porcelain feeding bowls, two wood bowls and a pair of carved bone crane bird effigy...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Porcelain, Silk, Wood
Carved Alabaster Happy Buddha
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1500 Hand carved alabaster Happy Buddha
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1920s Vintage Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Alabaster
Bone Hair Comb, Indonesia, Mid 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Indonesian hair comb, hand-carved in bone, Mid 20th Century, circa 1950. Used as a decorative accent for tribal hairstyles among island...
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1950s Indonesian Tribal Vintage Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Bone
Hand-Carved Wood Medicine Container from Indonesia, on stand
Located in New York, NY
A herb / medicine container, in the style of the Batak ethnicity of Borneo, Indonesia. Hand-carved in Suar wood (Samanea Saman), stained in a rich reddish-brown color. The lid has a ...
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1990s Indonesian Tribal Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Wood
Early 20th Century Kitchen God Deity Statue
Located in Singapore, SG
A handsome wooden figure of the Kitchen God (灶神 in Chinese, pronounced zào shén), the Chinese name can also be translated into Stove God. He is a popular a...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Sandalwood
Antique Huge Garden Mill Stone, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
From China, comes this large 22 inch diameter round hand-carved mill stone from the 19th century or earlier period. This was likely a grinding base stone for a large oil pressing too...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Limestone
Antique Carved Wooden Head of Buddha
Located in New York, NY
Antique carved wooden head of Buddha, 21 inches tall. With later cylindrical metal pedestal, 10 inches tall and 10 inches across.
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19th Century Thai Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Wood
Chinese Antique Hand Carved Stump Buddha Statuary
Located in Pomona, CA
This magnificent Chinese Antique Carved stump Happy Buddha Statuary is 100% hand made and hand carved in about 1850 - 1900 from the tree stump. Following ...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Japanese Beautiful Antique Stone Water Basin And Planter Tsukubai, Unique
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare Find
From our recent Japanese Acquisition Travels- comes this unusual large garden stone vessel in the form of a delightful sculpture- totally repurposed as an elegant water b...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Stone
Antique Korean Carved Polychrome Wooden Buddhist Figure Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
Bring a touch of peaceful tranquil serenity and help ward off sickness and negative energy with this large Joseon dynasty (1392–1910) antique Asian hand carved and painted wood Buddh...
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19th Century Korean Folk Art Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Wood
Large 19th Century Burmese Carved Wooden and Brass Gong
Located in New York, NY
19th century ceremonial gong with exquisite carvings of dragons, mythological figures, foliate and floral motifs and seated figure at center.
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19th Century Burmese Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Brass
10/11C Pot-Bellied Vishnu Buff Sandstone Sculpture
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a STUNNING piece of Southeast Asian Antiquity, namely, a 10/11C Pot-Bellied Vishnu Buff Sandstone Sculpture from Central India.
This piece has impeccable Provenance!
So...
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15th Century and Earlier Indian Archaistic Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Sandstone
19th Century Italian Alabaster statue of a young maiden.
Located in Brighton, Sussex
An enchanting Italian carved Alabaster statue of a classical semi clad young girl with her arm reaching out, raised on a grey marble pedestal.
Statue; 139cm (55") high
Batch 75 YNY...
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19th Century Italian Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Alabaster
Japanese Fine Old Hand Carved Cedar "Mountain House" Minka Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions and direct from an old Japanese garden
Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor or outdoor garden space with this treasure from ...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Copper
Rock Crystal Snuff Bottle with Blue Calcite
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful natural rock crystal snuff bottle. Carved on the raised exterior, a vase with ruyi and evergreens atop an elephant. A large scholar's stone to the right with shoots of ir...
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20th Century Chinese Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Multi-gemstone, Rock Crystal
Indonesian Volcanic Rock Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A volcanic black rock sculpture, hand-crafted in Indonesia, late 20th Century.
Depicting a torso in traditional attire, decorated throughout. Mounted on a black metal stand. Can be ...
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1980s Indonesian Other Vintage Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Stone
14thC Tibetan Book Cover. Superb example- Unique Early Tibet Relic
Located in Ukiah, CA
14thC Tibetan Book Cover. Superb example. Evidence of likely having been turned into a shelf or other piece of furniture during the Cultural Revolution to hide it from being destroye...
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15th Century and Earlier Tibetan Antique Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Wood
A Thai Teak Wood Sculpture of a Blessing Angel
Located in Chicago, IL
Thai temples contained various kinds of carved figures including Buddhas, apostles and angels. This large blessing angel is based on sculptures that flanked altars or entrances. Thai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Teak
Large Wood Carved Otafuku, Goddess of Mirth, Japanese, Early 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Large wood carved Otafuku , Goddess of Mirth, Japanese, 20th Century.
Sometimes known as Okame, a beloved and popular symbol in Japanese culture. With plump cheeks and joyful smile...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Other Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Wood
Vintage handsome hand carved male Figure with black pedestal.
By Alba China
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a handsome handcrafted male figure standing on a black pedestal. This hand carved figure is uniquely carved into a ball. The sculpture is a man ...
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1980s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Wood
Japanese Rare Large Old Kappa Folk Art Garden Stone Water Deity
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare one-of-a-kind hand carved sculpture
Japan a rare large old hand carved stone Kappa folk art garden water deity or river child- protector for children along waters’ edge. Kappa ...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Stone
Chinese Finely Carved A-Grade Lavender Jadeite Dragon Seal on Stand Modern 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
This large exquisite A-grade jadeite seal presents a masterful carving of a scaly dragon, rendered in a delicate shade of pale lavender.
The dragon, a symbol of power, strength, an...
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20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Carved Sculptures and Carvings
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Jade
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