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Sculptural 18th Century Multi-color Italian Angel Wing on Chalcopyrite & Kyanite
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Sculptural 18th century Italian hand-carved angel wing mounted on a chalcopyrite and adorned with kyanite. The hand-carved angel wing was once part of a heavenly, angelic depiction i...
Category
Italian Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Quartz, Rock Crystal
Pair of Etched Dogu-Style Terracotta Figures
Located in Chicago, IL
This intricately styled pair of terracotta figurines is sculpted in the style of Japanese Dogū sculptures of the Jōmon period (10th-4th century B.C.). Reminiscent of Pre-Columbian redware figures, Dogū ceramics are known for their primitive abstract rendering of the human form and decorative geometric etchings. This pair of ceramic figurines...
Category
Unknown Pre-Columbian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
18th Century Models, Bozettis 4 Elements Limewood German, Franconia
Located in Epfach, DE
The four beautiful models, called Bozettis, portray the four elements fire, water, earth and air. They are of good quality and wonderfully fine carved with a love for details. For ex...
Category
German Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Softwood
Bisque Porcelain Couple in Conversation, French, 19th Century
Located in Lantau, HK
A 19th century French bisque porcelain figurine of a couple seated and engaged in a conversation. The figurine is marked on back and ...
Category
French Classical Roman Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Wood Sculpture Depicting John the Baptist
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This wood scultpure showing fine traces of polychromy depicts John the Baptist, one the Old Testament’s last prophets and the first martyr of the New Testament. He is easily recognizable with the lamb he is carrying in his left hand. The way the artist has carved the face exudes a spiritual strenght inherited from previous centuries.
Description
Saint John the Baptist is depicted bare feet, seated in a hieratic manner. His elongated face is marked by a beard and a moustache. The straight nose and wide eyes indicate a Spanish origin. This asumption is reaffirmed by the Saint’s resigned expression.
His parted hair frames his face while uncovering his ears.
He wears a round collar red-orange tunic, draped onto the body and belted at the waist. A flap of his green coat covers his knees and falls down in stylized pleats.
Following iconographic rules Saint John the Baptist is pointing with his right hand the lamb seated...
Category
Spanish Gothic Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
17th Century Chinese Ming Bronze Figure of a Boy
Located in Chicago, IL
Fine cast bronze figures created over 400 years ago during China's Ming dynasty are rare and highly appreciated. In this exceptional example, a spirited young boy stands on a lotus b...
Category
Chinese Ming Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Gandharan Stucco Head of the Buddha, 3rd-5th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A sublime Greco-Buddhist stucco head of the Buddha, ancient region of Gandhara, circa 3rd-5th century.
A fragment of a larger statue, the Buddha's face...
Category
Pakistani Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stucco
18th Century, Napolitan Nativity Sculptures
Located in Firenze, FI
Beautiful pair of large church crib sculptures in wood and painted terracotta with glass eyes depicting a peasant girl helping a beggar woman, typical Nea...
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta, Wood
17th Century Spanish Boxwood Christ on the Cross
Located in Marbella, ES
17th century Spanish boxwood Christ on the cross.
Category
Spanish Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Boxwood
Important German Sculpture "CHILD JESUS" 17th Century
By Europa
Located in Madrid, ES
Important German Sculpture "CHILD JESUS" 17th Century
in silver metal.
Sitting on a wooden base.
Height (sculpture) 52 cm.
Height: (total) 60 cm
good original conditions
Category
German Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
15th Cen Four Pillars of the Christian Faith Saint Peter, Saint Paul, Saint Luke
Located in North Miami, FL
15th century Italian carved wood, polychromed and gold gilded sculptures of four Pillars of the Christian Faith (Saint Peter, Saint Paul, Saint Luke, Saint Matthew).
Category
Italian Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Adoration of the shepherds - Large high-relief, Northern Italy Circa 1500
Located in PARIS, FR
Large high relief in carved and gilt wood, with many traces of polychromy, representing the Adoration of the Shepherds.
The evangelist Luke first mentions that the scene takes place at night. A sudden light, which frightens the shepherds, signals the arrival of an angel who announces "great joy". He gives them a sign: they will find "a newborn baby wrapped...
Category
Italian Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Chinese Song Dynasty Buddha Stone Head
Located in Kastrup, DK
Stone Buddha head with beautiful, natural, age-related patina from the Chinese Song Dynasty,
The head, measuring 18 x 12 x 12 cm, is mounted on a wooden ...
Category
Chinese Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Virgin and Child "Sedes Sapientiae", Seat of Holy Wisdom
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Virgin and child sedes sapientiae, seat of holy wisdom
Origin : Northern Spain, castile, navarre or galicia.
Period : early 13th century.
Heigh...
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Mayan Pre-Columbian Carved Stone Maskette
Located in Astoria, NY
Mayan Pre-Columbian Carved Stone Maskette, on a fitted metal stand. Overall: 4.5" H x 2" W x 2" D. Provenance: From the Upper East Side Apartment of a Former Ambassador.
Category
Mexican Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Antique 17th Century Carved Boxwood Cherub Wall Hanging
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique carved boxwood cherub decorative wall hanging dating to circa 1650.
Crafted in boxwood, this renaissance style sculpture depicts a detailed handcarved cherub or putti bea...
Category
English Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Boxwood
Italian Marble Statue of Bacchus holding a basket of fruit and flowers
Located in Houston, TX
18th century of marble Statue of Bacchus.
The main body is leaning against a tree stump.
Holding a basket of flowers. In his raised hand.
He is ho...
Category
Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Sandstone Carving of Two Demons Riding an Elephant, Burma 15-16'th Ctr
Located in Kastrup, DK
500-600 Year old sandstone carving.
The sculpture is depicting 'Two demons riding an elephant at the pagoda'.
From Buddha pagoda / temple in Arakan, Burma.
Naive and charming in its design. With a beautiful patina. Mounted on light sandstone plinth...
Category
Burmese Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Sandstone
Carved Sandstone Buddha, circa 1600-1700
Located in Kastrup, DK
A powerful carved sandstone Burmese Buddha, circa 1600-1700.
In meditation with crossed legs and arms referred to as "Dhyana Mundra", in an arched rec...
Category
Burmese Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Sandstone
Early Meissen Cupid Group Around 1750, Allegory of Spring, with Additional Base
Located in Vienna, AT
Four scantily clad cupids grouped on a rock, partly flowers, partly holding flower arrangements in their hands, the flowers as a typical attribute of the Meissen spring representatio...
Category
German Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Venetian Porcelain Commedia Dell 'Arte Sculpture "Pantalone" 'Pantaloon'
Located in Doha, QA
Pantalone (Pantaloon) is one of the most important characters in Commedia dell’arte -Italian Comedy which was very popular form of a professional theatre, started in Italy and rotate...
Category
Italian Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Rare Costa Rican Jade Axe God Guanacaste Nicoya Region A.D. 1-500
Located in Dallas, TX
Fine costa Rican Jade axe god with alligator head
Guanacaste-Nicoya region, circa A.D. 1-500
Material: Jade
Of celt form depicting the mythical part human, pa...
Category
Costa Rican Pre-Columbian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Jade
Original 18th Century Roman Marble Lion Bath
Located in Madrid, ES
Original 18th Century Roman Marble Lion Bath
It has the Lions head to the front, rings either side,with a beautifully veined patina
These ...
Category
Italian Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Spanish Sculpture of the 17th Century "Saint Antony and the Child Jesus"
Located in Madrid, ES
Spanish Sculpture of the 17th century "Saint Antony and the Child Jesus"
Measures: H: 61cm,
polychrome and gilded wood.
Good condition.
Category
Spanish Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Iron Medieval Lock Key
Located in Mexico City, MX
Medieval iron locks and keys were essential for securing property and symbolizing power during the Middle Ages. Crafted by skilled blacksmiths, these locks featured intricate mechan...
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Corpus Wood Polychrome Antique Christi 18th Century Sculpture Image 33cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful antique wooden Corpus Christi (body of Christ) statue, sculpture, from around the beginning of the 18th century probably Flemish
Beautiful wood carving and polychrome (pai...
Category
Belgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gesso, Fruitwood
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...
Category
Chinese Ming Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Central Javanese Cast Silver Transcendent Buddha, 9th-12th Century, Indonesia
Located in Austin, TX
An exceedingly rare Javanese cast silver figure a Transcendent Buddha, probably the Dhayani Buddha Akshobhya, early classical Javanese period, 9th - 12th century, Java, Indonesia.
...
Category
Javanese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silver
15th Century Spanish Gothic Virgin and Child Polychrome Wooden Sculpture
Located in Marbella, ES
15th century Spanish Gothic Virgin and child polychrome figurative wooden sculpture.
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Pair of Italian Renaissance Carved Walnut Musician Statues
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian Renaissance style (17/18th Century) walnut and gilt trimmed large crouching figures with musical instruments on pedestal bases (PRICED AS PAIR).
Category
Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Saint Paul, Carved and Polychromed Wood. Spanish School, 16th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Spanish school of the sixteenth century. "Saint Paul". Carved and polychrome wood.
Devotional image of a round piece carved in wood, polychrome and gilded, representing the Apostle ...
Category
Spanish Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Other
Early walnut term
Located in Grange-Over-Sands, GB
A 17thC carved walnut term. A corner fragment from something. It could depict Paris of Troy enacting the myth the Judgement of Paris.
Dimensions:
H 42cm
W 10cm
D 8cm
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Walnut
Antique Meissen Figure in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Boy Playing Flute, 1774-1814
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Antique Meissen figure in hand-painted porcelain. Boy playing the flute. Marcolini period 1774-1814.
Measures: 20 x 9 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Category
German Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Ayutthaya Lacquered And Gilt Bronze Buddha Head 15th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
Ayutthaya Lacquered and Gilt Copper Bronze Buddha Head
Circa 15th Century
A beautifully lacquered and gilt bronze Buddha head from the Kingdom of Ayutthaya, Thailand, circa 15th ...
Category
Thai Ming Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
18th Century Italian Carved Giltwood Polychrome Baby Jesus with Glass Eyes
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique baby Jesus figure was crafted in Italy, circa 1780. The hand-painted putti carving feature its original polychrome finish for a luxurio...
Category
Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Pair of Sandstone Paragode Guards
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of carved sandstone temple guards.
Originates from paragoda in Burma circa 15th century.
Hand carved with fine details. Each guard is in two parts...
Category
Burmese Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Sandstone
Saints Apostles John and Paul, Wood, Castillian School, 16th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of polychrome wood sculptures. "San Juan and San Pablo". Castilian school, 16th century.
Both male figures have been represented standing, with their main iconographic attrib...
Category
Spanish Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Other
Egyptian Bronze Figure of a Seckhmet Lion-Headed Goddess, 21st/25th Dynasty, 107
Located in Madrid, ES
Egyptian Bronze Figure of a Seckhmet Lion-Headed Goddess, 21st/25th Dynasty, 1075-525 BC
The lion-headed goddess possibly seated.8x4x5 cm.Bronce...
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Romanesque Sculpture of the Virgin – 15th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
"Romanesque Sculpture of the Virgin – 15th Century"
Period: 15th century
Romanesque
Technique: Carved and polychromed solid wood
Dimensions: 124 x 36 x 17 cm
Impressive Romanesque s...
Category
Italian Greco Roman Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Amber-Glazed Pottery Figure Of An Official, Tang-Liao Dynasty(7-12th century)
Located in seoul, KR
The figure stands with arms crossed in front, a pose that is often seen in tomb figurines which were intended to serve the deceased in the afterlife. The long robe and facial feature...
Category
Hong Kong Tang Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Earthenware
18th Century Italian Angel Wing on a Crystal Quartz Cluster with Baroque Pearls
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
18th century Italian hand-carved gold leaf angel wing on a crystal quartz cluster with Baroque pearls.
The hand-carved gold leaf angel wing is originally from a historic church in Liguria. This piece is particularly rare and exquisite due to its unique shape and size. It is gold leaf and has a bole underlay. The ecclesiastical artifact is mounted on a bed of quartz crystals. The Baroque pearls, tangerine quartz...
Category
Italian Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf
Antique Wooden Statue of Wenchang Wang, God of Literature and Culture
Located in Dallas, TX
This fascinating antique wooden statue depicts the Taoist God of Literature and Culture, Wenchang Wang. The statue was likely hand-carved in China in the 1700’s, but it is quite possible that it predates the 18th century. An iron stand has been added to the back more recently, although a portion of the back is excavated, indicating that the statue was once part of a larger installation.
Wenchang has been posed in a seated position with his hands clasped in front of his body, which is a common representation of the god in artwork. The hands have a shallow incised section, indicating that Wenchang once held an object. Based on other statues and drawings of Wenchang from this time, it was most likely a hu scepter that once accompanied the statue. Wenchang is clad in an ankle-length robe and a ridged headdress. Although the statue’s color is predominantly natural wood, very old traces of polychrome can be seen throughout the piece indicating that it was once vividly painted.
In China, those who study hard, and test well are often rewarded with high-ranking civil service jobs. The common belief is that Wenchang guides these scholars, leading many to seek his assistance. A statue of this size indicates it could have once been commissioned for a Chinese temple. Today, our wooden statue of Wenchang Wang would make a perfect piece of art in a study or library. It would work well with any contemporary interior, or with an interior displaying other very old Chinese artifacts...
Category
Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Pair of French 18th Century Lead Fountain Elements
Located in Atlanta, GA
An outstanding and stunning pair of 18th century Lead Fountain Elements from the South of France. Beautifully crafted from lead ornamented with beaut...
Category
French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Lead
Renaissance Winged Cherub Relief
- Florence, 15th century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Renaissance Winged Cherub Relief
Florence, Second Half of the 15th Century
Stone with traces of polychromy
Provenance: Important private collection, Northern Italy
This exceptional...
Category
Italian Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Japanese Haniwa Terracotta Head of a Warrior
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese Haniwa terracotta head of a warrior, Haniwa figures are Japanese terracotta funerary figures that accompanied the dead buried in early Japan, ...
Category
Japanese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Egyptian Painted Sarcophagus Mask
Located in Astoria, NY
Egyptian Painted Sarcophagus Mask, gesso over wood composite, mounted on metal base. Overall: 11" H x 7.5" W x 3.75" D. Provenance: From a Fifth Avenue Collection.
Category
Egyptian Egyptian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gesso, Wood
Late 17th Century Italian School Wooden Sculpture of Saint Anthony and the Child
Located in Leuven , BE
According to the legends, there are two Saint Anthony’s, they can easily be distinguished by their hair. This one is known as Saint Anthony of Padua, he is recognizable by his hair, ...
Category
Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Figure representing Matrimony, Bow Porcelain Factory, circa 1750
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
An attractive allegorical figure of Matrimony, reprsented by a woman in her best clothing, holding a cage.
The Bow Porcelain factory was the first English porcelain producer; these ...
Category
English Neoclassical Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Sculpture of Santa Rosa in Huamanga Stone 17 Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Sculpture of Santa Rosa in stone Huamanga 17th century
Origin Upper Peru
Circa 17-18th century Former Viceroyalty of Peru
Lime pink Santa and child motif
Huamanga Stone Material
Handmade
polychrome
It has some missing
He is missing his left arm
This piece is many years old.
Its main structure is very good
The stone carving of Huamanga is one of the crafts that emerges as soon as Ayacucho is mentioned, it is in this artistic field where the most varied and interesting application of Huamanga stone is found, being used in the manufacture of religious-themed figurines.
Saint Rose of Lima (Lima, April 20, 1586-Lima, August 24, 1617), with the secular name Isabel Flores de Oliva, was a Dominican Tertiary Catholic saint...
Category
Peruvian American Colonial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Other
16th Century Hand-Painted and Carved Wood Russian Orthodox Cross
Located in North Miami, FL
Presenting a remarkable 16th-century Russian Orthodox icon crucifix, a testament to the artistry and spirituality of its era. This meticulously hand-painted and carved wood masterpiece is adorned with three bars, finished in radiant gold gilding, and richly polychromed, making it a truly captivating work of religious art.
The central scene portrays the crucifixion, with figures of Martha, Maria, Johannes, and Longinus depicted beneath the cross. Above, the icon features the symbol of the skull of Adam, representing the triumph over death following the original sin. Atop this iconic composition stands God Sabaoth, flanked by two celestial angels, adding a heavenly aura to the piece.
What makes this icon truly exceptional are the five scenes meticulously depicted from Orthodox festive days, offering a glimpse into the rich tapestry of religious traditions and celebrations.
This Russian Orthodox crucifix...
Category
Russian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Sculptural 18th Century Italian Gold Leaf Figure of Christ on a Calcite Cluster
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Sculptural 18th century Italian gold leaf wood fragment figure of Christ (Florence) on calcite crystal cluster in matrix.
The calcite crystal cluster is from Elmwood Mine, Tennesse...
Category
Italian Modern Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Rock Crystal
Pair of 17th Century Italian Baroque Giltwood Putti Figures
Located in Cypress, CA
Magnificent and enormous pair of 17th century Italian Baroque period carved giltwood putti wall figures. The pair maintained its original gilding and co...
Category
Italian Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Giltwood, Wood
Chinese Terracotta Tomb Figure East Han Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small Chinese terracotta tomb figure (Ni Yong) from East Han dynasty (25-220 AD), likely from the area of nowadays Sichuan. It depicts a sitting male wit...
Category
Chinese Han Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Christ - Umbria, second half of the 15th century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Christ
Umbria, Orvieto?
Second half of the 15th century
77 x 16.5 cm
Category
Italian Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Walnut
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 ...
Category
Japanese Japonisme Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
18th Century Spanish Wooden Sculpture with Original Clothing
Located in Marbella, ES
18th Century Spanish highly realistic wooden polychrome sculpture of a woman dressed with clothes.
Category
Spanish Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
French Louis XV Gilt Carved Wall Plaque
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV style (18/19th Century) large gilt wall plaque with cupid heads and sunburst center.
Category
French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Giltwood
Large Italian 18th C Carved Giltwood Figure of a Putto
Located in Montreal, QC
Large Italian 18th C Carved Giltwood Figure of a Putto Gesturing Seated upon a polychrome Trompe L'Oeil painted pedestal base. Italy: Second half of 18th Century
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Beech
