Softwood Sculptures

Top quality and mint condition bust sculpture from the early 1900s with maker's name. This incredibly well carved bust of Jesus is impressive both for its quality and its large size. With His head bowed down like in His final hours on the cross this design is obviously perfect for displaying on a tall stand. In this case a tall and ebonized wooden pedestal was used and thanks to the contrasting colors of this bust and its pedestal they are like a match made in heaven. The master sculptor / artist could not have done a better job in hand carving the exhausted yet serene facial expression of Christ. The large size of this bust combined with the rare sandstone material makes this work of religious art look extra ancient. Because of its size this archetype of Christianity can also be seen and worshipped from further away. Unfortunately we cannot read the name of the skilled artisan who signed this unique sculpture. Thanks to its amazing quality, its excellent condition, its deeper meaning and its powerful presence this work of religious art will never fail to impress, no matter where you decide to have it on display. For it to have come our way felt like a blessing and to be able to offer it to the 1stdibs community in this amazing condition is an honour for us. Our fair price for this museum worthy sculpture again includes perfect packing and also worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 to 6 days. Total height x width x depth: 74 x 17 x 16.5 inches. Christ bust...

An antique pair of Portuguese Baroque architectural table bases made of hand carved Pinewood, in good condition. The partly gilded pieces are particularized by floral décor. Authenti...

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian rocking sheep by Povl Kjer, 1 in stock.

This is an outstanding Italian 18th century carved wood polychromed sculpture of Virgin Mary. The Sculpture is hand painted with some remains of a gold gilt in few places and originated until lately in a private Villa in Tuscany (Italy). The colors are typical red, blue and green are spectacular on this large figure. The Virgin's hands are joined together in a prayer, while standing on a pedestal on the both sides of which are devil's horns (bottom left side horn missing ) symbolising Holly Mary defeating the Evil, protected by the Holly Ghost and an Angel. A story tells the pose of the Virgin Mary sculpture...

Amazing mixed metals and wood Brutalist Period couple sculpture. A wonderful mix of copper, brass, nails and wood that have been manipulated, cut, carved, heated, tacked, and welded ...

Early 20th century American double sided whirligig figure A brilliant example of early 20th century American Folk Art. In the form of a hand carved wooden double sided whirligig f...

Pair of Swedish antique stained wooden abstract sculptures in black pine and dark brown oak. In good original condition. Sold as a pair. Dimensions: Brown: H: 39 cm / 15.35" W: 29 ...

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

19th century carved pine folk art farmer and his oxen model We are proud to offer a unique example of a late 19th century hand carved pine folk art model of a farmer and his oxen. R...

19th Century country house dinner gong figure We are proud to offer an exceptional 55-inch-tall fine figural country house dinner gong figure in the form of an oriental man which is hand carved pine with gesso detail. All section carved body, shaped bamboo legs and midsection detail with glass eyes. With long ponytail real hair detail. Wearing its original 19th century Chinese court official's winter hat made of soft black velvet and is covered with red silk fringe and hand-crafted brass and wood knob. The green colour knob on the top of the hat indicates that this hat was a Qing official's hat, and the knob is an imperial court cap knob button antique...

This large Folk Art wooden sculpture is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in Europe and most likely Italy in circa 1920 in a Folk Art style. This large wooden carved sculpture depicts an elderly bearded man carrying a heavy basket on his back and holding the straps in the front to support the weight. This is quite a tall carving...

Sculpture by Swedish artist Emil Näsvall. Made from plaster standing on a pine base. done around the 1950s in Sweden. Good vintage condition with age related wear and patina. Arti...

The Norma Table is obtained through extensive research into the properties of Yellow Pine. The table top consists of three pieces. The wood grain of every piece is directed towards t...

Sculpture "Förvandlad Fågel" (Transformed bird) made by Swedish Sculptor Bengt Amundin during the 1950s. Made from cast and patinated bronze on original base from asymmetrical pine w...

Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this large koi sculpture is a traditional symbol of harmony and luck. For Buddhists, such a fish represents a freedom from all restraints. Much of t...

SAINT WOMAN IN POLYCHROME CARVED WOOD   ORIGIN : ITALY PERIOD : late 13th century   Height : 103 cm Length : 28  cm Width : 16 cm  Remains of polychromy   ...

Carved Swiss early 20th century bear.

Each with rocaille galleried shelf over a pair of phoenix birds over trailing icicles and C-scrolls.

a very elegant spanish polychromed wood santos figures with articulated hands ... pure poetry ...

Crafted in 2023, the Contemporary Bust of a Man breathes life into the age-old tradition of sculptural expression. Hewn from pine, its form emerges from the raw essence of nature, ca...

Beautifully stylized figurine with a great balance of harmony stood, portraying the inner world's beauty through pure beauty. This Valuable unique art piece is a great chance to bring your office or home decor and interior an artistic characteristic. Ancient-style Egyptian Dolphin...

A beautifully stylized old rustic lady-dressed female figurine with a great balance of harmony stood, portraying the beauty of the inner world through pure beauty. This Valuable uniq...

A late 17th century early 18th century polychrome wooden sculpted statue of the Madonna and child. Some losses to the paint and damage but still retaining original paint.

This hand-carved Art Deco sculpture is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from France and date to approximately 1920 and done in the period Art Deco style. The sculpture is done in a softwood and depicts a stylized recling nude female holding a basket high above her head. The sculpture is mounted on a stepped base with painted inset accent squares. This could be a depiction of a woman giving...

Interesting vintage piece by an unknown/unidentified Scandinavian/Danish Sculptor or Folk artist circa 1960s-70s. Full frontal male torso hand-carved/tooled from a single piece of ce...

Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products (2.2) Pencil as a 70 inches bench made of fir with black accent....

4 French Provincial (19th Century) carved pine life-size horse head wall plaques on black painted panel.(PRICED EACH)

19th Century French bronze figure of the seated Lorenzo De Medici, Duke of Urbino. Modelled in Roman armour he is sat deep in thought, he was given the nickname The Thoughtful One). ...

Wooden bust of a knight. A wonderful armored knight carved from lime wood. The knight is well carved with the face (with moustache) looking out of the ...

A beautiful 1970’s carved wood lion sculpture in the manner of Evelyn Ackerman. It’s not marked. But beautifully carved, possibly pine. Measurements: 26” wide, 7” deep and 10.5” high.

A Splendid Pair of Venetian Figural Torchères Attributed to Valentino Panciera Besarel Of solid carved pine, waxed, blackened and beeswax-polished throughout. Each figure carved wit...

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...

A superb collection of 6 antique plaster models after the ancient 6th century BC Parthenon Frieze. Supplied loose, these mini friezes are presented in a wooden tray and mounted on a ...

St. Philip Neri (Florence, 1515 - Rome, 1595) moved to Rome at a very young age and would remain there for the rest of his life. He took courses in theology and philosophy at La Sapi...

Super Large Antique Italian Rococo Carved Wood "Supra Porte'. This monumental 18th Century ornament is 2 meters wide! Beautiful A-symmetrically carved Pinewood and Basswood with C-Sc...

A very pretty Italian mid century religious triptych depicting Raphael’s Madonna of the Chair. Label on the back. Made in Italy, Florence. Measurements: Closed 12cm. Open 24cm Heigh...

An early polychrome religious santos carving, circa 1800s. The piece is hand carved in a soft wood with original paint and polychrome finish on a wood...

Truly impressive sculpture designed and made by Hans van Eerd, the Netherlands 1972. This sculpture represents the artist's early work and was directly acquired from the artist. It h...

The Norma Table is obtained through extensive research into the properties of Yellow Pine. The table top consists of three pieces. The wood grain of every piece is directed towards t...

Carved Italian whitewashed pine sculpture of coy fish.

Large wooden Madonna and Child, painted and carved in hollow at the back. The theme of the Virgin and Child is the most represented in all Christian art, whereas the infancy of Jesus...

Modernist Wood Sculpture of Female Nude Unsigned - Artist Unknown "In the Style of Picasso" Vertical Grain Douglas-Fir Geometric Carving near "Hip" Nice Color and Grain Mahogany Wo...

A large and rare C19th pair of `Grand Tour` Medici lions in carved wood, at opposing stances with heads turned to sinister and dexter, with one paw on a ball. Circa 1830. In good co...

A 19th century impressive large scale Italian Baroque style putti statue, depicts a winged cherub, with branch, different smaller scallop shells and hold...

A striking Japanese late Muromachi Period (1333-1573) lacquered and giltwood figure of Yakushi Nyorai, the Medicine Buddha, seated upon an elaborate car...

Scale model, of Ligurian manufacture from the late 19th century, depicting a two-masted schooner. The vessel is characterized by auric masting, mainsail and counter-mainsail sails, a...

Hull England, late 19th to possibly early 20th century. An antique half hull builder's ship model by W. F. Milne Esquire - Naval Architect, Hull Eng...

A beautifully stylized old rustic lady-dressed female figurine with a great balance of harmony stood, portraying the beauty of the inner world through pure beauty. This Valuable uniq...

Striking wooden sculpture by Johnny Mattsson, in an abstract form. Pine on a teak base. The form of the sculpture follows the pine woodgrain in a beautiful way.

Folk art hand-carved and painted standing lion in solid pine (ca. Mid-20th Century, Texas, USA). Given its stature and style, likely inspired from a lion carousel figure, though slig...

This very large and well executed hand carved pine sculpture was done is unsigned, but believed to have been done in Quebec Canada in approximately 1850 in the period Early Victorian...

This is a wooden puppy figurine created in Japan during the Showa period. Crafted from a coniferous wood like cypress, it retains its soft grain and warm texture. Finished without a ...

American Victorian white marble bust of gentleman with a mustach supported on a square pedestal base (signed: A. Frille Firemre) (matching lady - Inv. #060080) Base is 9.5 w d 9.5 d.

Beautifully stylized Erotic Wooden Carving Human Sculpture Antique Decorative Figurine a Mobile Man with a great balance of harmony stood, portrays the beauty of the inner world thro...

Exclusive contemporary abstract sculpture from Austrian wood artist Markus Treml. This unusual, modern sculpture resulted after Mr. Treml visited an old friend in his last days, unfo...

A early 20th century wooden casting pattern. Originally probably part of a large model engine Very decorative abstract object made of pine with beautiful distressed red paint and or...

A decorative sculpture in the form of a wooden puzzle, crafted from solid pine by Swedish artist Gunnar Kanevad (1930–2019). It features two human silhouettes sawn from a pinewood cu...

A rare and highly expressive unique bird sculpture by Erik Höglund, executed in cut and hand-painted pine wood, Sweden, circa 1950s. This striking vertical figure embodies Höglund’s ...

Modernist figure of an ostrich or crane bird in Oregon pine by Kaija Aarikka. Hard to come by as only a limited edition were made. The figure is in good vintage condition, it’s with ...

an extraordinary piece, a very rare find this capipote/santos figure, lovely carving, wonderful soft expression on the polychromed face, bought from an Italian collector, who had it...