Carved Mounted Objects

Antique French, one-light alabaster ceiling lamp. A beautiful and authentic French alabaster ceiling pendant from the early 20th century, combining sculptural elegance with warm atm...

Pair of 20th-Century Atlas Globe Bookends Metal & Wood Sculpture Set A striking and sculptural pair of 20th-century Atlas bookends, masterfully crafted in a rich silver-tone finish ...

Ruler Selenite with an 18th century Italian gold leaf fragment molding and natural forming baroque pearls on a lucite base. Ruler selenite or "selenite logs" are single, prismatic se...

18th century Italian bronze-gold crucifix with coordinating gold leaf shells and crystal points mounted on a crystal geode. The gold leaf shells adorn the crucifix and the base of th...

Sculptural 18th century Italian gilded fragment base with fossil coral and adorned with gold leaf shells. The gilded fragment base was originally part of an altar candlestick in a h...

Beautiful weathered oak Renaissance ornaments that most likely once adorned a half timbered house in Normandy. France, 17th century. Weathered, small losses Measurement here below a...

Important 19th century sculpture carved on white Carrara marble. The female figure is dressed in a stunning Art Nouveau costume and rests on a pyramidal-shaped pedestal. Magnificent ...

Greek-Roman Marble Torso Sculpture. Torso of a man in contrapposto with clearly defined musculature. Mounted on Iron Stand. Sculpture depicts a classical warrior or military figure ...

Museum quality and condition Swiss black forest sculpture. For collectors of the rarest and finest Black Forest sculptures: this incredibly detailed, hand-carved cow could only orig...

17th century Italian silver leaf distressed angel wing with coordinating layers of mica layers creating a 3D effect of the angel wing. The wing sits on a smokey quartz crystal with n...

Beautifully carved and large size corpus of Jesus, made in the Arts & Crafts era. This meaningful and unique crucifix from the early 1900s comes with a larger than life, hand carved oak Corpus of Christ. The details in the anatomy of this Christ are very well carved and they clearly reveal the suffering and dehydration that His body endured in the final days of his life. The artist/sculptor is clearly showing us the image of Jesus when or right after he bowed his head and died. The solid oak cross is original to this corpus and it was given a different color so that the unique and impressive corpus stands out perfectly. Have you also noticed the perfectly carved and thick crown of thorns on the head of Christ. The patina of this excellent condition and large corpus is another great feature that will never fail to impress. The former owners gave us the photo that you see in image 3 in this listing and in it you can see where this antique corpus...

A hand-carved marble ring on stand, contemporary. Made in Indonesia by local artisans. 16" Diameter, 20.5" High (mounted). Stand base: 10" W x 5" D

A tall stone sculpture hand-carved in Indonesia, mounted on a black metal cube stand. Narrow slate. The sculpture itself is 10" Wide x 5" deep x ...

Impressive and deeply expressive antique oak wall panel depicting Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Christ is shown riding into the city on a donkey, accompanied by His disci...

Striking large, Renaissance Revival wall mirror with an amazing patina. If you are familiar with style elements of the Renaissance era then you will immedidately recognize this practical size antique as a Renaissance Revival piece. In this particular case, you are looking at a Dutch specimen from the 1800s. Both the deeply carved top panel with its floral / scrolling patterns AND the 'lord of the house' or noble men sculptures...

An ancient Indian cart wheel mounted on custom black lacquered base, with brown patina. Imagine the rhythmic creak of wooden axles and the dusty trail of a bygone era. Envision the s...

Sculptural 18th century Italian gilded Rococo scroll fragment mounted on a crystal quartz base with fire crystal quartz. The gilded fragment originally came from a historical church ...

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...

Beautiful carved giltwood baroque ornament. Italy, 17/18th century. Weathered and small losses. Measurement includes the wooden base.

Vintage set of foo dogs mounted on a wood tray. These beautiful carved foo dogs rest on a conjoined tray that is ready for favorite titles or it can act a...

Museum quality and condition work of religious art with amazing, hand carved details. This amazingly hand carved wooden wall plaque is not only of great quality and condition, it also has a patina that is unlike anything you ever saw. Over the decades we have sold a number of unique and interesting crucifixes, but we had not yet come across one that is inside such a beautiful branches and leaf frame in the Swiss Black Forest style. For us to have found it in this amazing condition again felt like a blessing and we are grateful to be able it to offer it to our 1stdibs clientele first. At the centre of this Christian-work-of-art-wall-plaque and behind the original, mouth-blown convex glass 'window' is an even more detailed sepiolite sculpture of Christ on the cross. The details in this crucifix sculpture...

Large naturally forming selenite crystal slab with a coordinating tangerine crystal cluster and mounted on a lucite base. The piece is put together by Jean O'Reilly Barlow, the arti...

Wooden cross Guanajuato, Mexico Wood, paint 22 x 13 inches, (56 cm x 33 cm) 18th century A wonderful old wooden cross with a painted crucified Christ figure, an angel, possibly Mary Magdelene...

This 18th-century English carved giltwood eagle, hailing from the Georgian period, is a magnificent example of artisan cabinetry from the era. The eagle carving is expertly carved from giltwood and gessoed, showcasing the skill and artistry of the period. The eagle is depicted facing left and is perched on an oblong ring, adding a sense of movement and realism to the carving. The details and intricacies of the carving highlight the craftsmanship and attention to detail that went into its creation. Mounted on a later two-tiered lucite pedestal base...

These late 19th or early 20th-century Dutch garden clogs, with their leather uppers and wooden soles, evoke a bygone era of simple, rustic craftsmanship. Each clog is thoughtfully de...

This whimsical and imaginative sculpture is a 1969 piece by Curtis Jere, a design signature used by the artists Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels. Known for their eclectic and artistic m...

Beautiful hand-carved fragment depicting a dragon / mythical creature. Wonderful folk art style. Weathered stone, full with small fragmented fossils of shells Placed on an iron stan...

Sculptural 18th century Italian hand-carved, figurative crossbones mounted on fossil rock coral base. The 18th century crossbone fragment originally came from a historical church in...

Exceptional artistically hand carved wood mask hand painted made of single piece of wood and was made for decorative purpose. Very intriguing and...

Museum quality and condition, hand carved livestock sculpture. This marvelous bull is for the collectors of the rarest and best quality Black Forest sculptures. Incredibly detailed,...

This stunning and highly stylish chandelier originates from the earliest years of twentieth century France, and to have found it in this beautiful condition more than made our day. ...

This pair of Italian Grand Tour-style brecciated specimen marble spheres on Carrara marble bases showcases the timeless appeal of Italy's richly colored ornamental stones. Carved fro...

Hand carved Wood Model Sailing Ship model Margaret Sculpture Center Piece LA CA . A very large and rare 19th century painted wood model of the sailing ship "Margaret". Votive ship. Height 54" width: 61" and depth: 15". The scale is perfect as it had to be and the quality of work is evident. Further inspection reveals that no detail was too small, as evidenced by the carved small boats, the ropes, poles and fittings. 5 feet long. This stunningly beautiful and intricately carved ship model was created by the sailors when they were at sea for many years at a time and they created this amazing model using handmade tools using scraps of whatever was available for carving and bringing this piece of art to life. A votive ship, sometimes called a church ship, is a ship model displayed...

A pair of Papua New Guinea Mendi wooden war shields on custom stands from the mid-20th century. This pair of war shields originate from the Mendi region, within the Southern Highlands of Papua New Guinea. These oceanic war shields were not only created for protecting oneself for tribal warfare, but also in ancestral and ritual worship. They are adorn in various motifs, coloring and symbolism, intended to protect the carrier from magic and bring fear to the opponent. The shields are displayed upright on a custom black iron Stand, with the tallest of the set standing at a height of over 4.5 ft tall. This pair of Papua New Guinea shields...

Italian Grand Tour model of the ancient Temple of Vespasian located in the Roman Forum, Rome. Carved from alabaster, this is a handsome example of a souvenir carving which would have been collected by a European or American sophisticate making a Grand Tour of the ancient sites of Italy. This wonderful architectural miniature is evocative of another time and place. Roma Templo Di Vespasiano' etched into the black marble base. It has been drilled to be wired, not the first time I have owned one of these that had been mounted as a lamp. The Temple of Vespasian and Titus is located in Rome at the western end of the Roman Forum between the Temple of Concordia and the Temple of Saturn...

Ruler selenite adorned with an 18th century Italian gilded fragment and natural forming baroque pearls and mounted on a lucite base. Ruler selenite or "selenite logs" are single, pri...

Sculptural 18th century Italian figure of Christ in fossil agate coral adorned with natural-forming copper. The figure of Christ was originally part of a crucifix from a church in Tu...

A late 20th-century Georgian Revival decorative pineapple. A large decorative pineapple finial with gilt surface, raised on a square plinth base. Long associated with hospitality an...

An early 20th Century, pair of small vintage Italian obelisks made of hand carved Porphyry marble, in good condition. The detailed décor pieces are resting on a square base. Minor fa...

Amethyst slice with a baroque natural forming pearl on a polished wood base. This amethyst is rare in how large it is, its beautiful shape, and its l...

Extra large and extremely rare, antique sculpture of Mephistopheles from the Faust Opera. This striking and famous historical work of art depicting Mephistopheles is another one of ...

Pair of 18th Century German Baroque Carved Wooden Angel Sculptures. Each cherubic angel is depicted in dynamic, flowing motion with beautifully detailed features and in the original ...

A weathered hand crafted antique wooden wheel (Likely of Asian origin) with rectangular center opening mounted as Sculpture on a black painted stand. Dimensions: H. 25", Diam. 21", ...

Sculptural 17th century hand-carved Florence Fragment mounted with a fossil shell with barnacles and adorned with crystals. This fragment is from a church in Florence. It was found ...

Elevate your space with the timeless elegance of this Antique Italian Wooden Medallion, a true masterpiece of Old World craftsmanship. Intricately hand-carved, this exquisite piece features a symmetrical design of delicate leaves, petals and a floral rosette, embodying the refined artistry of classic Italian décor. Crafted from solid wood with a rich, aged patina, this medallion exudes authenticity and history, making it a perfect focal point. Whether incorporated into traditional interiors or as a statement accent in a modern space, this rare find brings warmth, depth, and European charm to any setting. A stunning addition for collectors, designers, or those who appreciate fine antiques, this Italian medallion...

A fine unique wooden sculptural wall decoration. Hand Carved motifs, made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1970s. Nice texture and dimensions in this vintage piece, it can be used as ...

18th century Italian sunray adorned with tangerine crystal quartz points on an angle plated quartz. Angle-plated quartz is an extremely rare form of quartz and is only found in the u...

The Hamsa hand or hand of Fatima is known across many cultures to protect its wearer and ward off bad energy. It is also a symbol of patience and claire voyance. The Artist often use...

Sculptural 18th century Rococo Italian gilded fragment with quartz crystals on a selenite slab and mounted on a lucite base. The Italian Rococo gilded fragment originally came from ...

Hand carved, 18th century, Italian gilded angel wing mounted on an aragonite mineral emulating a cloud. The wing is adorned with natural forming baroque pearls that coordinate with t...

18th century Italian hand-carved candlestick with hand-painted cream tones and distressed silver leaf detailing, darkened with age, with a coordinating fossil sea fan surrounded by u...

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period hand-carved wooden temple corbel from the 19th century with detailed figures and custom base. Created in China during the ...

Antique crucifix with stunning hand carved details and an amazing patina. This remarkable and good size crucifix with a sculpture of a suffering Christ on the cross is another one...

Sculptural 18th century Italian gilded Rococo flower fragment mounted on a calcite crystal formation. The gilded fragment originally came from a historic...

Sculptural 17th century Italian fragment mounted with a mica formation with fossil ammonites. The Italian fragment originally came from an altar candlestick from a historical church...

18th century Italian "Florence Fragment" vase adorned with calcite crystals and mounted with calcite crystals in a zinc matrix. The calcite crystals are from the famous Elmwood Mine ...

Create a rustic style in your hunting lodge or ranch house with this large wall-mounted deer antler plaque. Bought in the Loire Valley of France, the ant...

Late 19th century decorative wood panel, hand carved curtain relief.

A monumental and exceptionally elegant 19th-century antique Italian wood ornament in the grand Baroque taste, dating to circa 1850. Masterfully hand-carved with superb depth, this fr...

18th century Italian "Florence fragment" vase with an elestial quartz point, chalcedony rosettes, and ecphora shells on a petrified wood base. The elestial quartz has an additional c...