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Style: Primitive
Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculpture Two Abstract tribal style wild nature glamping
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Shepherds.
Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura.
Material: Camphor.
This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws.
Category
2010s Japanese Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Makonde Carved Figure
Located in London, GB
A fascinating large hand carved Shetani figure from the Makonde people of Tanzania. Named 'Daudi' which roughly translates to 'beloved'. The Shetani carved figures represent good spi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tanzanian Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Primitive Hand Chiseled Horse Sculptures
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two hand-chiseled horse sculptures with a primitive aesthetic. Their weathered finish adds character and suggests a sense of history. Placed on a fireplace mantel, they likely serv...
Category
1940s Spanish Vintage Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Pair of 18th Century French Millstones on Custom Wall Mounts
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning pair of 18th century French millstones carved from granite and each with curved grooves carved into the surface which were originally used to crush course grains. We've mo...
Category
18th Century French Antique Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Granite
Religious Polychrome Santos Wood Carving
Located in San Diego, CA
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...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Softwood
19th Century Articulated Wooden Figure of the Virgin Mary
Located in Leesburg, VA
19th century articulated wooden figure of the Virgin Mary
Anonymous
Spain; 19th century
Polychrome wood, inset glass eyes
Approximate size: 37 x 11 x 7 cm
An antique ‘Virgin...
Category
19th Century Antique Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paint
19th Century French Articulated Mannequin
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid-late 19th century expertly hand carved and fully articulated artist mannequin
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Walnut
Pair of 19th/20th Century Dutch Garden Clogs
Located in Chicago, IL
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...
Category
Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Leather, Wood
Primitive Polished Marble Stone Sculpture
Located in Skokie, IL
Primitive Polished Marble Stone Sculpture
This striking sculpture is a primitive piece of unknown age and origin, but likely from Africa. It has been hand-carved of polished marble ...
Category
20th Century African Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Iron
African carved hardwood figure of a Maasai warrior, signed, circa 1930
Located in Central England, GB
This superb beautifully carved hardwood sculpture is of a native African Maasai warrior sitting in a semi kneeling pose. He has powerful masculine featu...
Category
Mid-20th Century African Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Plaster Head Primitive Sculpture in the style of Easter Island Moai Sculpture
Located in Pasadena, CA
Inspired by the 380 A. D. Easter Island originals, this Plaster Head Sculpture showcases a fine example of primitive art, known to represent god...
Category
Late 20th Century Chilean Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Andrianna Shamaris Phallic Lingam Stone
Located in New York, NY
Century old stone from Sumatra. We have a collection of twelve. They look fabulous placed in a group as a sculpture. The price and images reflect the one shown. Used as a healing sto...
Category
Early 1900s Indonesian Antique Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Ethiopian Carved Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
So as not to muss their intricate hairstyles while sleeping, Ethiopian women would traditionally rest their heads on these petite wooden stands. The combination of conic base and con...
Category
Early 20th Century Ethiopian Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Set of Four 19th Century French Chamfers on Custom Mounts
Located in Chicago, IL
This set of four 19th-century French wrought iron chamfered shave draws is a tribute to the artistry of coopers, essential craftsmen in communities. These draws, once crucial tools f...
Category
19th Century French Antique Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Wooden Sculpture Atlante by Luciano Bertolotto, Italy
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Wooden Sculpture Atlante by Luciano Bertolotto, Italy
A large wooden sculpture made by the Italian sculptor Luciano Bertolotti (Pompi). Handmade with several antique wooden pieces...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Wood
19th Century Large Polychrome Santos Carving
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning large polychrome Santos carving from Spain, circa 1800s. The piece is hand carved in a soft wood with original paint, polychrome finish and gl...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Softwood
19th Century French Stone Carver's Hammer and Chisels on Custom Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible and rare set of 19th century French stone carver's wooden mallet and six iron chisels, mounted on a custom steel stand. Found in Roen, Nor...
Category
19th Century French Antique Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Vintage Carved Alabaster American Indian Navajo Sculpture by Gregory Johnson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Carved Alabaster American Indian Navajo Sculpture by Gregory Johnson, Approx 25 lbs. Signed "Johnson". Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 1...
Category
Late 20th Century Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Alabaster
Antique Borneo Ironwood Sea Salvaged Ceremonial Wedding Paddle Art Sculpture
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Antique ocean salvage Dayak Ironwood canoe paddle from East Kalimantan, Borneo. Carved from one piece of Ironwood, Kayu Belian, a very hard dense wood. This paddle takes weeks to make by hand. Also called a wedding paddle. It is tradition that the groom...
Category
19th Century East Asian Antique Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Decorative hand-woven bag/box from Panama, Sac-Bolso by Ethic&Tropic
By Ethic&Tropic
Located in Warsaw, PL
Decorative hand-woven bag from Panama, Sac-Bolso by Ethic&Tropic
Extraordinary art and decorative items, these masks come from the shamanic beliefs and rituals of indigenous Embera ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Panamanian Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Cane
Vintage Bronze Bracelet Cuff Object with Unique Markings
Located in New York, NY
Exact origin unknown. Handsome desk accessory.
Category
Early 20th Century French Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Bench / Sculpture "Onça", by Indigenous Community Wauja, 2020s
Located in PARIS, FR
Originally used as a symbolic object by the indigenous ethnic groups of Upper Xingu, this bench is a contemporary creation made using traditional techniques and materials. Carved fro...
Category
2010s Brazilian Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Hardwood
Italian Pisa Tower from the Kids Theater Bittante Firenze
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large sculpture of Pizza antique tower
Italian Pizza tower from the summer Puppet Teatro Bittante Firenze.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Reclaimed Wood
Vintage Abstract Hobnail Sculpture from Malawi
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage bronze sculpture from Malawi. This abstract piece is unique and complex. It originates from the late 1970s. The bronze drop-like figure with a neck and head are cov...
Category
1970s Malawian Vintage Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Antique Hand Carved Panel Framed
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja Land. This carving symbolizes the protection of the home. Originally used as an exterior panel. Framed in a minimalist black teak ...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Decorative Brazilian Indian Ceremonial Mask on Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Decorative Brazilian Indian ceremonial mask on stand.
Category
Late 20th Century Brazilian Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Antique Hand Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes the protection of the home. Originally used as an exterior panel. Great art piece.
This antique panel ...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Primitive brut sculpture by Luciano Bertolotto, 1997
Located in Diest, BE
An extraordinary primitive brut sculpture created from wood and Italian marble by the acclaimed Italian self-taught artist and sculptor Luciano Bertolotto (Pompi) . Isola Rizza, Ita...
Category
1990s Italian Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble
Vintage Hand-Stitched Leather Dog Sculpture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Buttery leather puppy dog sculpture in the Style of Dmitri Omersa (ca. 1980s, USA).
Very good, vintage condition with light patina/normal age consistent with age/use (due to the han...
Category
1980s American Vintage Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Leather
Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Mascara by Ethic&Tropic
By Ethic&Tropic
Located in Warsaw, PL
Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Mascara by Ethic&Tropic
Extraordinary art and decorative items, these masks come from the shamanic beliefs and rituals of indigenous Embera t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Panamanian Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Cane
Idoma Ido Nigerian Carved Wood Figure Of A Seated Female
Located in Dallas, TX
Idoma Ibo Female Figure. Africa, Nigeria 20th century or earlier.
A seated female figure on a stool smoking a long pipe with painted with pigments and adorned with scarification mar...
Category
Early 1900s Nigerian Antique Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Antique Hand Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes the protection of the home. Originally used as an exterior panel. Great art piece.
This antique panel ...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Nigerian Nupe Vessel Support
By Nupe
Located in Chicago, IL
The Nupe people of Nigeria were touted as some of the finest ceramicists in Africa. Everyday objects like this elegant, cylindrical vessel support received detailed attention. This f...
Category
Early 20th Century Nigerian Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Substantial Driftwood Table Lamp on Mahogany Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Circa 1940s sculptural driftwood table lamp with organic form and large size.
Beautiful, natural patina and good age present. Mahogany oval base has been refinished; driftwood is i...
Category
1940s American Vintage Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Driftwood, Mahogany
Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Mascara by Ethic&Tropic
By Ethic&Tropic
Located in Warsaw, PL
Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Mascara by Ethic&Tropic
Extraordinary art and decorative items, these masks come from the shamanic beliefs and rituals of indigenous Embera t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Panamanian Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Cane
Mythical Beast Coconut Splitter, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This sculptural early 20th century coconut splitter was carved into the form of a crouching beast ready to pounce. It was likely a merchant's tool in a Southeast Asian market used to...
Category
Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Antique Hand Carved Water Buffalo
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful hand carved water buffalo. Originally used as a rice barn door and this also is a symbol to protect the home. Wonderful hanging as a piece of art.
This door was sourced...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Ancient Mediterranean Style Bull Shaped Jug Sculpture, France, 1960s
Located in Firenze, IT
Ancient mediterranean style bull shaped jug sculpture. Phoenician Karalis / Motya.
France 1970s
23 x 24 x 11 cm
Conditions: excellent, n...
Category
1970s French Vintage Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Hand Carved Primitive Rat Figurine
Located in Seattle, WA
This intricately hand carved wooden rat figurine has great patina throughout and engravings to look like fur. This Piece has nice patina and character. Vintage Condition as picture...
Category
1970s Vintage Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Rockefeller Irivake Figure
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Abstract and anthropomorphic large figure from the Pie River, located to the east of the Era River. Abstract, anthropomorphic form stands on separate legs with dynamic varying outline, wide hips, and torso leading straight to a rounded head.
Figure represents Irivake, the ancestor hero who is considered as the founder of headhunting, also believed to have climbed to the sky and to command lightning. It is enlivened with various curvilinear details highlighted with red and white pigments. The back appears with a collection number in red, and the following: Ipigau (village), Upper Pie River, Papua, P63.20.
This is a 'later example', not a first generation piece with several age cracks. It has likely seen field use, but not extensive field use.
Provenance: Private New Jersey Collection, ex. Michael Rockefeller...
Category
Mid-20th Century Papua New Guinean Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Mascara by Ethic&Tropic
By Ethic&Tropic
Located in Warsaw, PL
Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Mascara by Ethic&Tropic
Extraordinary art and decorative items, these masks come from the shamanic beliefs and rituals of indigenous Embera t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Panamanian Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Cane
Antique Rare Pulley for Well in Olive Wood as Sculpture
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
It's an exceptional item ! I propose it as a sculpture. I found it in the desert. You find the ideal location.
I have another one , lightly smaller: published under my name Enrica..
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Category
Early 18th Century Sahrawi Antique Primitive Sculptures
Materials
Fruitwood
Primitive sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
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