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Small Burmese Shan Tai Yai Bronze Buddha, 18th Century, Burma
Located in Austin, TX
A decidedly charming small cast bronze figure of the Buddha, 18th century, Shan Tai Yai peoples, Burma (Myanmar). The small image of the Buddha is portraye...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

18th Century Carved and Decorated Figure of an Archangel, circa 1780
Located in Nantucket, MA
18th Century Carved and Decorated Figure of an Archangel, circa 1780, a splendid hand carved and polychromed kneeling male figure with long wavy brown hair pulled back, dressed in a...
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European Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

17th Century Spanish Colonial Pietà Sculpture with Sterling Silver Halo
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
17th Century Spanish Colonial Pietà Sculpture with Sterling Silver Halo An extraordinary and deeply devotional example of Spanish Colonial religious art, this 17th-century Pietà capt...
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Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Neolithic Jar on Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
This Neolithic jar originates from China 3500 BC and these funerary jars were placed in tombs and intended for use in the afterlife.
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

Shan Burmese Lacquered and Gilt Wood Buddha, Ava Period, 18th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A rare and exquisite 18th century Ava period Shan Burmese figure of the Buddha. Carved from a single block of wood, lacquered and gilt, the immensely s...
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Burmese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Teak

Late Renaissance/Early Baroque Genovese Italian Cherubs
Located in Victoria, BC
This extraordinary pair of Late Renaissance/Early Baroque Genovese Italian wood cherubs is a testament to the exceptional craftsmanship and artistic f...
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Italian Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

18th Century Italian Carved Polychrome Life Size Putti on Stand with Glass Eyes
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand crafted in Italy circa 1780, the antique cherub stands on a square base decorated with shell and foliage motifs. The hand carved sculpture depicts a life size young boy wearing ...
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Italian Neoclassical Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

18th Century Sculpted Verona Marble Putto
Located in Vosselaar, BE
Depictions of young angelic boys are also known as putti, or putto for a single one. Since the 17th century on they remained popular and are found in various forms. Perhaps the most known version is Cupid. Looking at their attributes time periods can be narrowed down. In this example we see a rose Guirlande and a medaillon which are typical for the late 18th- early 19th century. The Rosso Verona Marble...
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Italian Neoclassical Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Japanese Edo Period Carved Seated Fasting Buddha, 18th C./Early 19th C.
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Edo Period Carved Seated Fasting Buddha, 18th C./Early 19th C. DIMENSIONS Height: 9.5 inches (24 cm) Width: 7 inches (18 cm) Depth: 5 inches (12.8 cm) ABOUT This early Edo...
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Japanese Japonisme Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Unusual Filipino representation of Saint Roch in a Spanish colonial style.
Located in Leuven , BE
Unusual representation of Saint Roch in a Spanish colonial style. A Filipino work in exotic wood from the period of evangelization under the Spanish Crown. The type of wood used and ...
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Philippine Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Hardwood

Pair of Monk in Bronze-18 ° Century-Ayuttheya
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Rare pair of monks from the 18th century-Ayutthaya-Thailand Superb pair of large lacquered and gilt bronze monks very beautiful face and expression ...
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Thai Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Two wooden sculptures depicting a bishop and a cardinal, Venice 1730.
Located in Milan, IT
Two wooden sculptures depicting a bishop and a cardinal, attributed to the sculptor Francesco Bertoz. Active in Rome in 1693 and then in Padua and Venice from 1719 onwards. Above a l...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Saint Ambrosius Italian Sculpture 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Saint Ambrosius Italian sculpture 17th century in painted and gilded wood. The figure is represented standing up blessing with the hand. Faults and defects. Dimensions. Heigh...
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Italian Gothic Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Jesus Salvator Mundi Sculpture, Flemish Religious Art, 17th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
This masterfully carved 17th-century Flemish sculpture presents Jesus Christ as the “Salvator Mundi” — Savior of the World — a powerful icon of devotion and divine kingship. Sculpte...
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Belgian Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood, Chestnut

18th C Wooden Sculpture of Francis of Paola
Located in Leuven , BE
Francis of Paola, O.M., (or: Francesco di Paola or Francis the Fire Handler; 27 March 1416 – 2 April 1507) was an Italian mendicant friar and the founder of the Roman Catholic Order ...
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European Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Lady of the Court, Terracotta, China, Tang Period
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Lady of the court Orange terracotta statue. Tang period Measures: H 20cm. L5cm. D 5cm 450€.
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Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

Pair of Children, Polychromed Pine Wood, Spain, 18th Century and Later
Located in Madrid, ES
Couple of children. Polychrome pine wood, Century XVIII. Pair of polychrome pine wood carvings that represent two children in an attitude of playing a musical wind instrument, both seated, with their hands towards their faces, and slightly raising one leg to add some movement to a posture that, otherwise, it would be perhaps too static. Due to their postures and attitudes, they would be part of a large and quality altarpiece, judging by the size, the details, the hair, the proportions, etc., elements in which the musical angels were not something strange. Note that those present do not have wings, calling themselves in these cases "putti" and being, in the same way, figures of habitual presence in religious environments despite having emerged from Renaissance classicism and its sources from Antiquity. The proportions of the sizes, the anatomy, the symmetry, the certain plasticism of the hair, etc. are elements that speak of an influence of Neoclassicism in these sculptures. Likewise, a certain resemblance to works from the 18th century of the Castilian school can be appreciated." Size: 22 x 42 x 85 cms / c/peanas 37 x 37 x 180 cm. Weight is merely orientative. Bases and wooden instruments...
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Spanish Neoclassical Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Other

Seated Virgin with Child (Sedes Sapientiae) from the 12th Century in Spain
Located in Madrid, ES
Technique: Tempera and oil on wood Dimensions: 25 x 11 x 8 cm Description: This exceptional work from the 12th century represents the Seated Virgin with Child (Sedes Sapientiae), standing out as an artistic treasure from medieval Spain. The portrayal of the Virgin enthroned with the Child on her lap is emblematic of Romanesque art, and this particular piece is a valuable and authentic example of that era. The current polychromy belongs to the Gothic period and overlays the original Romanesque layer. It is crucial to highlight that the current state of the artwork is the original, without any cleaning interventions, imparting a unique authenticity. The work exhibits architectural characteristics typical of Romanesque art, evident in the sides of the throne. The rigidity and symmetry characteristic of this style are reflected in the firm presentation of the Baby Jesus, noticeable in his gesture while holding his son. The Virgin wears a crown, symbolizing her royal character as the Queen of Heaven and Creation. Both figures retain traces of polychromy on the face and attire, adding layers of history and authenticity. While similar Romanesque Virgin...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Fruitwood

Japanese Tumulus Period Unglazed Terracotta Haniwa of a Woman’s Head, 3rd/4th C.
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Tumulus Period Unglazed Aged Terracotta Haniwa of a Woman’s Head, 3rd/4th Century Tumulus Period (AD 250-552) Haniwa means “circle o...
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Japanese Japonisme Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

A Burgundy Christ, 15th century
Located in PARIS, FR
A huge Burgundy 15th century Christ on its cross. Oak wood . Cross is modern. Damages, some parts missing. 98x83 cm without the cross.
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French Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Pair of French 18th Century Louis XVI Bronze Sculpture of Faun and Bacchante
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of French 18th Century Louis XVI Bronze Sculpture of Faun and Bacchante Rare pair of bronze sculptures depicting Bacchante and Faun after a design by Jean-Hugues Taraval in 177...
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French Louis XVI Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

2 Pairs Antique Porcelain Statues 18th C. Le Nove Metropolitan Museum Collection
Located in Katonah, NY
Provenance: The Metropolitan Museum in New York has in its collection a similar Le Nove Porcelain pair of courting figures. Accession Number: 06.381. Factory: ...
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Italian Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Saint John of the Cross, terracotta sculpture. France, 17th Century
Located in Lisboa, PT
his terracotta sculpture represents Saint John of the Cross, a significant figure in the history of Christian mysticism and reformer of the Carmelite Order. The sculpture is finely c...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

German ceroplast from the 17th century, Bust of a woman
Located in Milan, IT
German ceroplast from the 17th century Bust of a gentlewoman Wax, 36x32.5 cm The use of making wax figures was very common, since ancient times, among the Greeks and Romans, and, ...
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Italian Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Christ 18 ° Century in Oak, France
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Christ from the 18th century in oak -France Very fine work of good quality Beautiful patina and in perfect condition.
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French Louis XIV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Oak

Pair of French Bronze Sculptures of a Nymph and Satyr Signed “Clodion”
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of exceptional French bronze sculptures of a Nympth and Satyr both signed in The bronze “Clodion” (Claude Michael Clodion) the sculptures set on rouge marble bases.
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Pair of Wooden Praying Angels, End of 15th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Pair of praying angels is an original decorative object realized in the second half of the 15th century by North Italian or French manufacturing. Thes...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Elegant Terracotta Standing Court Dignitary, Tang Dynasty, EU Passport
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Elegant Standing Court Dignitary with joined hands in blue robes and a bird headdress. Polychrome Traces. When China was unified again, first briefly ...
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Chinese Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

Figure of a Nun, Perhaps Heloise, Bow Porcelain Factory, circa 1750
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A classic example of early bow porcelain. The figure is of a Dominican Nun, and is based on a continental model, probably Meissen. Bow produced a number of apparently religious...
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English Neoclassical Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

18TH Century Putti Statue
Located in San Angelo, TX
Absolutely breathtaking, one of a kind 18th century putti statue that stands upon a pedestal. Found and purchased in Lucca, Italy. In great condition for...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

16th Century Madonna and child wood carving
Located in Bakewell, GB
16th Century Madonna and child wood carving, retaining some original polychrome decoration sizes 67 cms high, 30cms wide and 25 cms deep
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Niche In Gilt Wood From The 17th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
niche in gilded wood from the 17th century from Italy Lovely niche with a carved wood in its center from the Italian Renaissance Beautiful original gild wood Dimensions excluding ba...
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French Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Beautiful Early 1800's Medallion of Tsar Alexander II
Located in Madrid, ES
BEAUTIFUL EARLY 1800'S MEDALLION OF TSAR ALEXANDER II. IN GOOD GEMERAL CONDITION. PRESENT SLIGHT FAULTS ON THE EDGES- SEE PHOTOS. MEASURES: 10 CM DIAMET...
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Italian Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Chinese Miniature Mingqi Robe Rack, c. 680
Located in Chicago, IL
This miniature robe rack made out of glazed ceramic is called a mingqi or “spirit object.” Mingqi were buried in tombs and represented all of the things the ...
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Chinese Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Ceramic

Ming Dynasty Bronze Figure of the Infant Buddha
Located in Austin, TX
A rare and unusual Chinese Ming Dynasty bronze figure of the Buddha as an infant. The young Prince Siddhartha, who would grow up to become the Buddha, is portrayed standing, one hand pointing to the sky, the other to the ground. He is naked, save for a baby apron...
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Chinese Ming Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

OUR LADY OF ASCENSION Portuguese sculpture, 17th Century H: 125cm
Located in Madrid, ES
OUR LADY OF ASCENSION Portuguese sculpture, 17th Century in polychrome wood. Small defects and traces of treated xylophages. Dim. Height: (total) 125 cm
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Portuguese Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Circa 1650 Carved Hardwood Cornucopia Statue and Candle Holder from Italy
Located in Dallas, TX
This remarkable carved wooden statue is approximately 380 years old and was carved from Italian Rovere or Durmast wood. This is a variety of European oak known for its tough and heav...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Oak

18th Century Meissen Figurines of the Four Seasons
Located in New Orleans, LA
This pair of Meissen figurines depicts four infants, each representative of one of the Four Seasons. Autumn and summer are paired together, w...
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German Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Carved Oak Sculpture of a Saint, 18th Century, Louis XV.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Carved oak sculpture of a Saint, 18th century, Louis XV. An 18th century Louis XV carved oak sculpture of a Saint. H: 58cm, W: 20cm, D: 20cm
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French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Santi Buglioni, terracotta roundel depicting "St. Andrew"
Located in Milano, IT
Santi Buglioni (Florence, 1494 - 1576) Glazed polychrome terracotta roundel depicting "St. Andrew within a wreath of fruits and flowers," 70 cm diameter
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Pottery

Possibly Saint Hubert or Saint Eustace, Wood, Spanish School, 16th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Possibly Saint Hubertus or Saint Eustace. Carved, polychrome and gilded wood. Spanish school, 16th century. Carving in polychrome and gilded wood, sim...
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Spanish Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Oak Sculpture of Christ Emerging from the Tomb, Surrounded by Roman Soldiers.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Carved oak sculpture of Christ emerging from the tomb, surrounded by Roman soldiers, 17th century. Carving of Christ emerging from the tomb, surr...
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European Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Oak

Pair of Italian 18th Century Painted and Gilt Putti with Cornucopia Torcheres
Located in Dallas, TX
Standing at just under 4 feet high and hand-carved in Italy during the 1700’s, this fabulous pair of hand-painted and gilt putti torcheres have sinuous corn...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Iron

Carved Oak Sculpture Representing Saint Louis de Gonzague, 18th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Carved oak sculpture representing Saint Louis de Gonzague, 18th century. An 18th century Italian carving of Saint Louis de Gonzague in carved oak...
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Italian Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Oak

16th-century Flemish Female Wooden Sculpture
Located in Villa Verucchio, Emilia-Romagna
Prologue: An Ancient Mastery the Wooden Sculpture We begin our journey through Gothic art by presenting a magnificent Late Gothic Female Wooden Sculpture from the Flemish 500s. This ...
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Belgian Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

An 18th Century Meissen Porcelain Sculpture of an Elegant Woman, Louis XV Period
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An 18th century Meissen porcelain sculpture of an elegant woman, Louis XV period. An 18th century Meissen porcelain sculpture of an elegant woman, Louis XV period, mythological figu...
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German Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

A Pair of Japanese Edo Period Stone Female Buddha Sattva Sculptures, c. 1750
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of Japanese Mid Edo Period Carved Stone Sculptures of Female Buddha Sattva, ca. 1750 PERIOD Mid Edo Period (1603-1868) DIMENSIONS Height: 10.5 ...
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Japanese Japonisme Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Stone

17th Century, Italian Ancient Carved Stone Bust of Roman Emperor
Located in IT
17th century, Italian ancient carved stone bust of Roman Emperor Measures: H 33 (with base) H 28.5 (sculpture only) x 25 x 7 cm. The ancient bust, in ...
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Italian Classical Roman Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Marble, Stone

Altarpiece Representing The Annunciation, North of Portugal, circa 1600
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Exceptional altarpiece representing the annunciation circa 1600, fruitwood rare altarpiece from the North of Portugal, unique due to its large size representing the scene of the annunciation, where the Archangel Gabriel (represented on the bottom left), sent by god (represented on the top left) announces to Marie (bottom right) that she will give birth to Jesus. Very good state of conservation, carved on three panels Dimension: Height 1m51 Width 1m03 Very nice colour and exceptional dimensions Restorations of use We placed the altarpiece on a red velvet base and a Spanish occasional...
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Portuguese Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Fruitwood

Grand Scale 15th Century Solid Hand Carved Stone Male Statue
Located in Larkspur, CA
Grand scale 15th century solid hand-carved stone male statue. Source of origin Bhutan.
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Stone

Pair of French 17th Century Angel Candle Holders in Carved Elmwood
Located in Dallas, TX
Standing at over two feet tall, this 17th century pair of angel candlesticks has been carved out of a beautiful French elm wood. Because elm wood typically has an interlocked grain, it can be quite difficult to carve or split. These candlesticks were produced by a master craftsman in France during the 1600s. Our angels have long, wavy hair that extends past their shoulders. They are wearing long flowing gowns with scalloped collars and half sleeves. The loosely draped robe reaches their ankles, exposing bare feet that stand upon a round base. One leg is also visible from behind the material due to a slit at mid-thigh. Each angel is holding a turned candle holder that has a large wrought iron pricket with a lobed bobeche. In France, this type of candle holder is known as an Ange Céroféraire. A ceroferary is the acolyte...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Metal

17th Hand Carved Marble Sculpture of Virgin with Child
Located in Marbella, ES
17th Hand Carved Marble Sculpture of Virgin with Child
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Spanish Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Pair of candle-bearing angels, Carved and gilded wood, 18th century
Located in Milan, IT
18th 18th Century Pair of candle-bearing angels Carved and gilded wood, 28 x 71 cm The item is in good condition
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Giltwood

Bronze Sculpture of Jupiter, 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
An important bronze sculpture of the god Jupiter from the 18th century, likely of German origin. This impressive piece captures the majesty of the king of gods, showcasing fine detai...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Renaissance Marble Relief - Emilia Romagna, 1470-80
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Renaissance Marble Relief Emilia Romagna, Faenza ? 1470-80 H 30,2 x L 33 x P 3,5 cm The carved marble relief depicts the Virgin accompanied by a winge...
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Italian Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Marble

Porcelain Lady in Yellow Dress
Located in Lantau, HK
German, Late 18th-early 19th century Meissen, Mascolini (1774-1814) Porcelain Mark for Meissen Measures: Height 22 cm Width 15 cm Price US$8,500.
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Rare 18th C Wooden Statue of St. John the Baptist
Located in Chicago, IL
This exceptionally life-like antique sculpture is carved from linden wood and once decorated a French church or cathedral. The figure stands authoritatively, with right arm raised and index finger extended toward heaven. It probably stood on a base in a side chapel. According to Christian iconography of the period, this gesture signifies that salvation comes only through baptism. The figure wears a girdle of animal fir, probably from a bear, making symbolic reference to St. John the Baptist's life in the wilderness of Judea, between Jerusalem and the Dead Sea. The elegantly carved robe is a baroque element that adds a sense of motion and energy to the artwork. Originally, the sculpture was polychromed, but the original pigments have weathered away and been replaced with whitewash. Repairs, losses, and insect damage are minor and expected due to great age. many vintage and antique religious sculptures...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Ancient Nok Clay Sculpture from Nigeria
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Terracotta head remnant on tapered wood base
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Nigerian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Oak carving of Bacchus, god of wine Circa 1700
Located in Bakewell, GB
Oak carving of Bacchus, god of wine Circa 1700, excellent condition colour and patination size 110 cms high 50 cms wide 22 cms deep
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English Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Oak

Kitty Clive Figure
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
One of Bow's theatrical figures. The actress Mrs Catherine (Kitty) Clive, 1711-1785, as Mrs Riot, the Fine Lady, introduced, with The Fine Gentleman, into David Garrick...
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English Neoclassical Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

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