Wood Figurative Sculptures

Small Italian bronze of Aphrodite or Venus on a patinated wooden base. Size of the statuette: 23 cm.

18th century Italian crucifix mounted on green malachite, calcite with fluorite, and raspberry garnet. The piece is adorned with Carnelian pebbles and garnet. The minerals are from a...

Nice couple of two small gilded Baroque style wooden ornaments, Italy, circa 1850. Weathered and small losses. Measurement here below of the largest one and includes the wooden base.

Fantastic collection of 6 different Scandinavian Vikings. Measures: The largest is 33.5 cm high. The others are 22 cm, 18 cm, 13.5 cm and 9 cm high.

Classic danced deep red-black Baule mask, with raised three part finely incised hair, small facial scarifications on the forehead. From Ivory Coast, Africa, mid 20th century It is ...

This antique sculpture was done by the well known Vasily Grachev of Russia and dates to approximately 1880 and done in his signature style. The sculpture is done in a very ornately c...

Indonesian Dayak Carved Wood Male Hampatong Sculpture, Borneo, depicting an elongated male figure with cap and arms wrapped around waist, mounted on wood base. 30.5" H x 3.5" W x 3" ...

18th century Italian crucifix adorned with tourmaline and mounted on tourmaline in a crystal matrix from Brazil. The piece is put together by Jean O'Reilly Barlow, the artist and c...

Sculptural 18th century Italian crucifix with selenite in matrix and adorned with gem beading around the cross. The selenite in matrix creates the sunrays around the crucifix. The pi...

Pair of torch-holding sculptures depicting two Venetian Moors, one female figure and the other male. In a mirrored position of slight advancement, they hold a tray in one hand while ...

This antique cherub figure was crafted in Italy, circa 1780. The hand carved cherub depicts a putti with wing and playing the guitar; the sculpture is very expressive in his movement...

Hand carved soap stone figure of a male, circa late 1800's, later mounted on a wood and laminate base. Base: 9"W x 8"D.

Wood carving of a putti Circa 1650 C1650 wood carving of a putti retaining polychrome decoration. Size 60 cms high 30cms wide and 26cms deep

West African Bambara Sculpture depicting a Female Figure. Bambara sculpture is primarily devoted to female figures. One important category is 'Nyeleni', small-scaled depictions of y...

Exceptionally Fine Wooden Sarcophagus Mask Third Intermediate Period, 21st Dynasty, circa 1069-945 BC. Acacia wood, rosewood, hippopotamus ivory Masterfully carved from a single piece of fine-grained hardwood, the present mask is characteristic of the most exquisite funerary art made during the 21st Dynasty, and was probably commissioned for a particularly high-ranking individual. The oval face displays a gently smiling mouth with full, outlined lips, furrows at the corners and a bow-shaped philtrum. The straight nose with rounded nostrils, the cheeks full and fleshy and the large, almond shaped eyes with heavy lids and tapering cosmetic lines, set below long, sweeping eyebrows. Social collapse across the Mediterranean in the Late Bronze Age meant that the 21st Dynasty in Egypt was a period of great turmoil. Trade routes were disrupted, governments collapsed, and mass migration occurred. Economic scarcity meant that traditional funerary practices in Egypt were also affected, with a lack of material and financial resources leading to the reuse of preexisting material. As a result, during the 21st Dynasty, 19th and 20th Dynasty coffins changed ownership rapidly and were heavily recycled for new purposes. Tombs were also unmarked allowing them to be shared by many people. These new practices brought forth a shift in the understanding of funerary paraphernalia. No longer important objects owned forever by the deceased, they were now simply seen as short-term transformative devices, whose symbolic and ritualistic meaning could be appropriated for others. However, paradoxically, the art of coffin-making also reached new heights during this period, and many of the richly dec- orated “yellow” coffins, characteristic of the 21st Dynasty, are remarkable works of art in their own right. Indeed, knowing that coffins were being reused throughout Egypt, the Egyptian élite set themself apart by commissioning lavish sarcophagi decorated with the images and texts meant to help guide them to the afterlife, and which would otherwise have adorned the tomb walls. As coffins were the chief funerary element which now identified the dead and allowed them a physical presence in the world of the living, their quality and appearance were of the utmost importance. The traditional coffin ensemble was made of three parts: a wooden mummy cover, which laid directly atop the mummy, an inner coffin, and an outer coffin, both made of a lid and case. Additional decorative elements, such as masks, were carved out separately and later glued or pegged to the lids. After the completion of the painted decoration, the sarcophagus was covered in a varnish to give it its yellow colour. Gilding was sometimes used for the coffins of the high priests’ families, notably on parts representing naked skin, such as the face mask. However, some of the élite tactically avoided gilding altogether as to ensure that their coffin would not be looted. When manufacturing the inner and outer coffins, particular attention was paid to the woodwork. Displaying the skill of the carpenter, this type of funerary art has largely remained unparalleled throughout Egyptian history. The principal wood used to craft the present mask is Acacia nilotica. The evergreen Egyptian acacia was considered sacred and said to be the tree of life, the birthplace of the god Horus, as well as symbolic of Osiris, the god of the dead and resurrection. The modelling of the face in the wood is superb, but the inlays also help mark this mask out as exceptional. Inlaid eyes and eyebrows were extremely rare and reserved to the finest and most expensive coffins. Traditionally, eyes were made of calcite, obsidian, or quartz, and eyebrows of coloured glass paste or bronze. Here, the pupils, eyebrows, and cosmetic lines are inlaid with Dalbergia melanoxylon, a rare type of wood which belongs to the rosewood genus. In antiquity, however, it was known as Ebony of the Pharaohs, from the Egyptian word “hbny”, meaning dark timber, because of its black, lustrous appearance. An extremely dense and hard wood requiring significant skill to work with, ebony was a luxury material highly coveted by the pharaohs themselves, to make furniture, decorative and funerary objects. The wood was imported with great effort from the southern Land of Punt, most likely modern Sudan, Ethiopia, Djibouti, and Eritrea, alongside other luxury goods such as gold and ivory. A magnificent ebony throne, recovered in the tomb of King Tutankhamun, illustrates the incredible aesthetic potential of this material and why it was so highly valued by Egyptian royalty. Only élite members of Egyptian society could have afford- ed Ebony of the Pharaoh inlays for their funerary mask. The sclerae on the present piece were once both inlaid with hippopotamus ivory. Whiter than elephant ivory, this type of ivory is also denser, and more difficult to carve. The use of this luxury material, reputed for its gleaming appearance, enhances the lifelikeness of the eyes. For the Egyptians, hippopotamus ivory was imbued with magic powers. The hippopotamus was indeed both feared and venerated due to its aggressive behaviour. Whilst the male hippopotamus was associated with danger and chaos, the female was benevolent and invoked for protection, especially of the house and of mothers and their children, through the hippopotamus goddess Tawaret. Thus, not only was hippopotamus ivory used as an inlay and to make practical objects, such as combs and clappers, but it was also used to make talismans like apotropaic wands or knives. Made during a time of scarcity where few could afford made-to-order coffins, the present mask could have only belonged to one of the highest-ranking individuals in society. Undoubtedly one of the finest Egyptian coffin...

18th century Italian brown and gilded cross adorned with smoky quartz crystals and druzy petrified wood. The smoky quartz crystals are from Madagascar and druzy petrified wood from t...

18th century portuguese pair of polychrome sculptures of warriors on pedestal.

Dan Janus double faced protective Kinde charm, from the Dan people of Ivory Coast, West Africa. Used as a charm for protection, with two different faces to show the duality of the w...

These antique winged wall cherub figures were crafted in Italy, circa 1880. The hand-painted putti carvings feature their original paint and gold leaf finish for a luxurious result. ...

Arts And Crafts Periode Italian Pyramid made out of pieces polished Mother of Pearl shells over wood Sculpture. Reflects the light in a warm and elegant shimmer. Beautiful crafted wi...

XVII secolo Quattro fregi con teste di putto e stemmi (4) Legno scolpito, alt. cm 32 L'oggetto è in buono stato di conservazione

Asian Carved Composite Stone Buddha Head, Buddha with closed eyes, mounted on wood base. Sculpture: 12.75" H x .75" W x 8.5" D; with base: 3" H x 8.25" W x 6" D.

A handsome true pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Giltwood and Terra Cotta dog statues. Each statue is raised by an oval shaped Giltwood pedestal with mottled edges and a den...

Large German wooden plaque hand carved in basswood in German Black Forest style. About 1890. The hunting plaque shows a large hare figure and oak leaves in a naturalistic detailed st...

C1600. Oak carving of excellent colour and patination depicting Abraham’s sacrifice of Isaac with the angel holding back the sword. size 32cms x 21

This charming antique candlestick putti carving was crafted in Italy, circa 1880. The hand carved figure depicts a flying winged cupid holding a torch candle holder; the sculpture fe...

The tree of life sculpture by Sol Bailey Barker Charred cedar wood Measures: 82.7" x 16.5" x 7.9” The tree of life is a symbol that resonates across cultures and religions, appear...

Frank Meisler Rare Vintage Judaica Rabbi Praying Mechanical Sculpture 103/250 This sculpture measures: 4 wide x 5 deep x 9.75 high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studi...

Petrichor sculpture Sol Bailey Barker Mirror polished stainless steel & charred wood Measures: 108" x 27.5" Mirror polished stainless steel & charred wood when we terraform mars, ...

"The Nativity" Italian sculpture signed by G. Armani The piece is mounted on a wood base with a brass plate "G. Armani" The back is marked 1983 Florence and also an "N" with a crown ...

This elegant antique putti figure was carved in Italy, circa 1770. Standing on an oval base, the detailed statue features a young boy with wings his head turned to the side. The ador...

Vintage Monumental Carved Wood Tiki Sculpture. French Polynesia.Tahiti. Wonderfully carved, Strong presence. Carved signed Creation Sanobo,, (see photo). Hand delivery avail to New Y...

A handsome and most impressive French 19th century Louis XIV st. patinated Bronze, Ormolu, and Boulle statue of King Louis XIV. This wonderful statue is modeled after the statue of Louis XIV in the middle of the Place des Victoires, Paris. The statue is raised on a rectangular stepped Boulle pedestal with its Brass inlays atop a Tortoiseshell background within an ebony frame. This wonderfully detailed pedestal is also decorated with an upped and lower Ormolu Coeur-de-Rai band that serves as the plinth and capital. Atop the Boulle designed pedestal is a patinated Bronze rearing horse...

Striking, stylized carved head in white stone mounted to a wood block on an iron pole by Jose Luis Martinez Gomez (signed).

Superb and extremely rare ROBJ Templar and Saracen chess set from the French Art Deco Period circa 1930. Beautiful and comical detail on the pieces. Exotic wood chess board of orig...

Topography Gen II Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Limited Edition Of 8 Pieces. Dimensions: D 12.1 x W 24.1 x H 17.8 cm. Materials: Hard maple and walnut. Sculptures will be signed a...

Seated female figure on classic Akan stool holding a sword. From the Ewe people of Ghana, West Africa. Created as three separate pieces that fit together for display, figure, stool ...

Wooden angel should be French 1700/800s Not perfect condition, missing and broken Thank you

A very Decorative Carved and Pierced African Tribal Panel depicting a Female Ancestor. The powerful Female Figure supports a multitude of Stylized Carved Animals carved in three Band...

Lithio Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Limited Edition Of 8 Pieces. Dimensions: D 10.2 x W 12.7 x H 31.8 cm. Materials: Walnut. Sculptures will be signed and numbered on the bottom ...

Ma’at III Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Limited Edition. Dimensions: D 7.6 x W 14 x H 38.1 cm. Materials: Hard maple and walnut. Sculptures will be signed and numbered on the bott...

Very rare, 19th century statuette of Victor Hugo's famous novel character. If you are a collector of rare novel and/or famous movie characters then this 19th century sculpture of Quasimodo, better known as the Hunchback of Notre Dame...

Trumeau. 18th century bas-relief in carved lime representing an allegory of the arts, a putti holding a lyre and two others a paint palette, in a garden. Oak carpentry frame traditio...

Seonaidh Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Limited Edition of 10 Pieces. Dimensions: D 8.9 x W 24.1 x H 38.1 cm. Materials: Walnut. Sculptures will be signed and numbered on the botto...

Petite Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Dimensions: D 7.5 x W 10.2 x H 30.5 cm. Materials: Walnut. Sculptures will be signed and numbered on the bottom of the base. Wood grain will v...

Alibeck Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Limited Edition of 8 Pieces. Dimensions: D 7.6 x W 45.7 x H 48.3 cm. Materials: Walnut. Sculptures will be signed and numbered on the bottom ...

Tiny Dancer Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Limited Edition Of 8 Pieces. Dimensions: D 10.2 x W 19.05 x H 40.6 cm. Materials: Hard maple and walnut. Sculptures will be signed and nu...

Welcome Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Limited Edition of 8 Pieces. Dimensions: D 17. 8 x W 25.4 x H 57.2 cm. Materials: Walnut. Sculptures will be signed and numbered on the botto...

Jubokko Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Limited Edition of 8 Pieces. Dimensions: D 10.2 x W 20.3 x H 34.4 cm. Materials: Hard maple and walnut. Sculptures will be signed and numbere...

Tiny Dancer Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Limited Edition Of 8 Pieces. Dimensions: D 12.7 x W 20.3 x H 45.7 cm. Materials: Hard maple and walnut. Sculptures will be signed and num...

Dove Cover Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Limited Edition Of 8 Pieces. Dimensions: D 10.2 x W 22.9 x H 38.1 cm. Materials: Hard maple and walnut. Sculptures will be signed and numb...

Kensho Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Limited Edition of 15 Pieces. Dimensions: D 19.05 x W 22.9 x H 119.4 cm. Materials: Painted black hard maple. Sculptures will be signed and n...

Macedoine Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Limited Edition of 8 Pieces. Dimensions: D 17.8 x W 25.4 x H 83.8 cm. Materials: Painted black hard maple. Sculptures will be signed and n...

These charming antique putti carvings were crafted in Italy, circa 1780. The hand carved figures depict two musicians cupids sited on a pillow form stool; one playing the flute, the ...

Lamassu Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Limited Edition Of 8 Pieces. Dimensions: D 12.7 x W 35.6 x H 53.3 cm. Materials: Walnut. Sculptures will be signed and numbered on the bottom...

Genii Sculpture by Chandler McLellan Limited Edition of 8 Pieces. Dimensions: D 12.7 x W 28 x H 39.4 cm. Materials: Walnut. Sculptures will be signed and numbered on the bottom of ...

A stately and most unique Italian 18th century Louis XVI st. Rock Crystal and Giltwood obelisk. This wonderful obelisk is raised on an octagonal mottled base decorated by finely carv...

Petite 2 Scuplture by Chandler McLellan Dimensions: D 12.7 x W 19.05 x H 43,2 cm. Materials: Walnut. “Petite” made not so petite. Sculptures will be signed and dated. Please contac...