Softwood Decorative Objects

A striking 19th-century Swedish Mora clock, distinguished by its elegant elongated silhouette and beautifully worn original blue painted surface. The richly patinated finish, with ar...

Lovely painted picture frame Great piece of folk art Original paint. Painted on pine. The measurement given below is the outside of the frame Internally it measures 9.75 x 8.25 i...

VIRGIN AND CHILD IN MAJESTY, ALSO KNOWN AS "SEDES SAPIENTIAE"   ORIGIN : SPAIN, CATALOGNE PERIOD: EARLY 13th CENTURY   Height :  95 cm Width : 32 cm Depth : 28 cm   Softwood No polychromy     In the middle of the 12th century, the Virgin took her place in churches, seated in Majesty, serving as a throne for her son Jesus. She is then called Sedes Sapientiae, meaning the Throne of Wisdom. At that time, she is not represented for herself and only exists because she has been designated as Theotokos, the mother of God, at the Council of Ephesus in 431, where the divine nature of Christ was proclaimed from his birth.   The upright and perfectly hieratic bust of this Virgin and Child in Majesty is seated on a throne-bench. She is dressed in a tunic with a rounded neckline and covered with a fine mantle placed on her narrow shoulders. The supple and natural drapery follows the lines of the body.   Large curls frame her face with delicate and regular features, a long straight nose, almond-shaped eyes, and small lips.   She supports the Infant Jesus with her left hand. Like his mother, he is dressed in a long tunic, and his little feet are visible in the folds. He holds a small sphere in his left hand, while with his right hand, he gestures in blessing. The face of Christ bears a strong resemblance to his mother’s one, and he gives a slight smile.   The position of the Child is no longer as hieratic, nor frontal or central as in the early 12th century, but his face still turns towards the faithful.   The 13th century indeed emerges as a period of transition in the artistic domain. The statuary, while retaining certain characteristics still belonging to the habits of the previous century, also develops new formal solutions.   As a result, Mary maintains a hieratic and frontal position, while her son shifts to place himself well to the left on her knee. Similarly, while the Virgin seems perfectly still, Jesus, on the other hand, appears much more animated, especially in the positioning of his hands. His left hand holds the orb, and judging by the raised right arm directed towards the faithful, one can easily imagine that he was making a gesture of blessing.   The influence of the Sedes Sapientiae from previous centuries still seems particularly prevalent in this work.   These few characteristics allow dating this Spanish Virgin...

A powerful and expressive large-scale sculpture by Erik Höglund (1932-98), one of Sweden’s most influential postwar artists. Hand-carved from solid pinewood and boldly painted, this ...

This is a large tilting antique pine wood dovetailed 19th century photography wood darkroom contact printing frame on a mobile wheeled stand A printing fra...

FanFantastic all original hand carved and painted 19thc hanging wall cupboard . This folky cupboard was found in the mid west in untouched condition. The cupboard has hand carved and...

Antique long case clock from northern Sweden. The clock has its origin in northern Sweden in the county Jämtland which is close to the border to Norway. Made by hand around 1820 with...

These stunning angel sculptures are sold as a pair. They were originally placed on an church altar, with one facing left and the other facing right. With their detailed facial features and sweeping wings, they are truly captivating works of art. They were designed by Daprato Statuary Company in the 1910’s. Daprato Statuary Company was founded in 1860 in Chicago by four brothers, who were statue-makers from Barga, Italy. By the 1890’s, the company had grown to be a worldwide ecclesiastical art...

19th century Swedish folk Art wooden bowl dated 1791 & owner marks PPS A stunning antique organic wooden bowl with lovely patina. You can see the use of time. The bowl is made of...

In this listing you will find a large antique statue depicting an Egyptian mummy. It is carved in the softwood and hand-painted in Egyptian revival styl...

This well executed antique wall sculpture is unsigned, but presumed to have been done in Switzerland in approximately 1890 in the period Black F...

Here we are offering a fantastic mystery Ferris wheel bearing ball driven crystal regulator clock. Unlike traditional wind up or weight driven clock, this unique clock receive its wo...

- A wonderful hand carved artist lay figure, English 19th Century. - The figure has a subtle understated presence, solid in structure and form, fully articulated yet missing the low...

Pair of Carved and Gilded Wooden Candlesticks 1800, two Italian candlestick holders of circular shape, with the base decorated with grooves and carved with plant motifs with acanthus...

Sculptural floor standing candle holder in turned wood and iron nails, Spain, 1940s. Eye-catching floor candle holder in pine wood. It ha...

Immerse your home in the rustic elegance of this 19th century Finnish wooden folk art bowl. Hand-made with an authentic wabi sabi spirit, it boasts a great patina that speaks of its ...

Tramp Art Jewelry Box - Wooden Decorative Box with Green Velvet - America 1910s Striking American Tramp Art jewelry or decorative box, hand-carv...

19th Century Swedish antique beautiful Mora clock " Tall case clock " Grandfather clock from Boden,Norrbotten Northern Sweden. The Mora clock is original painted. It has a lovely b...

Hand-carved from reclaimed wood, this colorful koi fish is a traditional symbol of harmony, wealth and luck. The small fish is carved with a squat, rounded body, the scales and fins ...

This sculptural Scandinavian lidded box is crafted from solid pine wood and features a striking architectural form reminiscent of the work of Uno Kristiansson and other mid-century S...

Fine quality antique 19th century Black Forest cuckoo clock having a quality carved case with carved leaves and two carved birds flanking the clock...

An exceptional Swedish longcase clock dated 1809, handcrafted in solid pine and retaining its original first painted surface with remarkably unusual folk art decoration. The tall cas...

Large old repoussé chest made of pine wood and clad in brass. The chest features detailed relief images, depicting an old scene from daily life surrounded by trees and floral decorat...

Pair of mid 20th century Swedish pine ammo boxes circa 1950. Great talking point and solution to storage problems. Useful for storage. Partially fitted with pine partitions which w...

This is a stunning example of original 18th century Swedish folk art in the form of a marriage box. The patina and age are stunning and make this a very characterful decorative piece...

The case of the grandfather clock is made of mahogany and was possibly made by the watchmaker Nathaniel Edgecombe. The clock is from Bristol England, circa 1830. + The ship in the d...

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Bentwood Box from Hälsingland, Northern Sweden. Oval box with lid. Originalpainted with nice patina after several hundred years of use. Beautifully pain...

German Junghans Style Brass Barmaid Lady Swinging Clock Solid Brass cast lady barmaid statue with a wood base. Hand painted 2" porcelain dial ring. Clock portion swings back and for...

Rare antique blue box in folk art from Sweden made during the mid 1800s. The box is an attractive size and can be used for anything from storing doc...

Very rare Italian mid century wooden and decorative case box designed by Mario Ceroli from the "Mobili della Valle" series produced by Poltronova Italy, 1977. This small box is a uni...

19th Century Swedish Folk Art wooden bowl dated 1869 Signed PSSAEDAP. A stunning antique organic wooden bowl with lovely patina and original paint...

Hand polished large early 20th century carved bowl circa 1900. Handmade from carving from a solid tree trunk.  These were made in eastern europe as a way of feeding livestock.  Due ...

Set of 5 interesting sculptural cypress knees, organic art.

A magnificent, large modernist table centerpiece in the form of a pinewood candelabra, featuring twelve glass candleholders secured by brass rings. It can accommodate tea lights, pil...

Early 19th century painted pine blanket box circa 1828. Fine example of the traditional method of storage in Sweden, utilising the plentiful pine and hand decorating. Rectangular b...

Japanese statue of Datsue-ba also known as Shozuka no Baba, Kamakura- Muromachi period. Antique Japanese statue of Datsue-ba or Shozuka no B...

Nantucket Cocktail Purse by Jose Formoso Reyes, circa 1950, a very early Nantucket diminutive oval woven purse made during the first few years Reyes was m...

Egyptian Revival Bronze Alabaster Marble Bookends Pharaoh Nefertiti Sculptural An exceptional and highly decorative pair of Egyptian Revival bronze and alabaster bookends, embodying...

Figural standing sailor whirligig, carved from Pine wearing a white hat with metal brim, a blue sailor’s middy with scarf, striped red and white unde...

Modernist sculpture by unknown Swedish sculptor. Made in 1962 and signed with the artist name boholm and year -62. Hand carved from wood with a dark stained finish. Good vintage cond...

Really big primitive wooden bowl from Sweden, made in 1832 . It’s heavy patinated over the years and it has a lovely patina, maker marks on the ...

Bring sculptural drama and Nordic craftsmanship to your interior with this striking Brutalist wall-mounted candle holder, designed by Finnish artist Erkki Hovi and crafted by Finn At...

An exceptional large wooden case from the Victorian era, circa 1880s. Made from pine with raised and burled panels. Features a marquetry inlay top showcasing a bird within a flowerin...

Unique and all handcrafted, practical size antique circular chandelier. Some chances you only get once in your life and that is exactly what we thought when we first saw this unique...

A strikingly sculptural, hand-turned candleholder crafted from solid pine by Swedish artisan S. Hellgren, dated 1979 and inscribed "Julen 1979." This unique piece features nine candl...

Malachite natural specimen sculpture A large natural malachite specimen on a cypress wood base. Cypress wood is softwood and not heavy. The beautifully shaped piece of malachite is ...

American three masted clipper ship model displayed in a mahogany glass case. She was the fastest ship ever built in 1852. California clipper ship mo...

Antique long case clock from northern Sweden made by hand around 1810. The clock has its origin in northern Sweden in the county Härjedalen which is on the border to Norway. The case...

A charming antique 19th century British pine document box with iron handles, monogrammed L.B. Elliott on a brass plaque on the top. Handcrafted with solid dovetail construction and a...

A refined Gustavian longcase clock from around 1800, notable for its elegant shape and well-preserved overall structure. This piece expresses the hallmarks of the Gustavian period: s...

Mid 19th century Swedish pine long case mora clock circa 1850. Large Swedish long case mora clock, presented in scraped back paint. Scraped back down to reveal a partial colour of ...

Large sized abstract sculpture by Valerio Moreschi made in is own workshop in Brescia 1979. Hectic dynamics, burst of imagination and exp...

Circa 1680. 17thc polychrome painted ceiling panel Mounted on a later block   Measures: W48 x D11 x H39.5cm.

A majestic paddling swan with exquisitely carved features from spirited head, vigilant eyes and curved neck to webbed feet and showy tail. The raised wings with intricate profuse fea...

Swedish antique mora clock dating from early/ 1800s featuring green paint with orange details that is painted on the body. The clockwork is sold 'as is' and should be considered as...

A rather large and unusual and rare Swedish Mid-century modern handmade candleholder, which is also a figurative abstract sculpture. It is made out of one solid piece of wood with in...

This traditional wooden bear carving is believed to have been produced in Hokkaido between the early Showa period and the 1950s (circa 1930-1955). The humorous composition of the bea...

Faux-painted, French Morbier tall case clock with brass and enamel face, hammered brass pendulum. Posies, lily-of-the-valley and strawbe...

Swedish set of 12 traditional hand painted Dala horses from 1900-1989. Here we have a set of 12 dala horses in various sizes, with some from the beginning of the 20th century with t...

Russian hand-painted boxes are famous all over the world and have been the greatest symbol of Russian folk art for centuries. These boxes can be from four Russian schools of painting...