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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...
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19th Century Spanish Antique Primitive Sculptures

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Softwood

French Henriot Quimper Faience Figurines, a Pair
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of late 19th century French Henriot Quimper faience statues, or figurines, of Perrik and Soisik. Polychrome enameled earthenware, hand-painted in green, yellow, blue and red. ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Faience

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...
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19th Century French Antique Primitive Sculptures

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Wrought Iron

Antique Carved Wheel Mounted On Stand
Located in Bridgeport, CT
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", ...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Primitive Sculptures

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Iron

Contemporary Brazilian indigenous art. Sculptural Bench "Onça", by Turuza Wauja
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...
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2010s Brazilian Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

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...
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18th Century French Antique Primitive Sculptures

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Granite

19th Century Primitivist Carranca Sculpture, Brazil
Located in Madrid, ES
Solid Umburana wood sculpture, hand-carved, known as a "Carranca," originating from the São Francisco River region in Brazil. These pieces are anthropological elements originally us...
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19th Century Brazilian Antique Primitive Sculptures

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Wood

19th Century French Iron Butcher's Cleaver on Custom Wall Mount
Located in Chicago, IL
Unleash a slice of culinary history with this 19th-century French iron butcher's cleaver, a robust masterpiece echoing the craftsmanship of a bygone era. The large triangle-shaped bl...
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19th Century French Antique Primitive Sculptures

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Iron

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...
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Late 20th Century Chilean Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

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...
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Mid-20th Century African Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood

Carved African Mali Antelope Headdress
Located in Houston, TX
Carved abstract mythological abstract antelope anteater headdress mounted on wood stand. These motifs symbolize excellence in farming and bountiful harvests...
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20th Century Malian Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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...
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Late 20th Century Italian Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Carolyn Mae Lassiter Goddess Sculpture
Located in Savannah, GA
Carolyn Mae Lassiter (American, b.1945) A painted paper mache and hair figural sculpture, 1993. 6 ½ inches wide by 3 ½ inches deep by 16 inches tall
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1990s American Primitive Sculptures

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Paper

Chinese Carved Ancestor Figure, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Ancestor worship was an integral part of traditional Chinese home life. This carved figure bears the likeness of one of its original owner's important for...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Primitive Modern Stone Face Carving with Marble Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Striking and elemental, this primitive modern stone face carving features bold, abstract facial features carved into natural stone. Mounted on a triangular solid marble base, the pie...
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20th Century Unknown Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Marble

Vintage Bronze Bracelet Cuff Object with Unique Markings
Located in New York, NY
Exact origin unknown. Handsome desk accessory.
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Early 20th Century French Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

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...
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Late 20th Century Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Alabaster

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 ...
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Early 1900s Antique Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Abstract Sculpture by Antonia Eiriz Vázquez
Located in MC Leansville, NC
An Abstract Sculpture by Antonia Eiriz Vázquez focuses on form and emotion rather than a realistic portrayal. The face is represented through geometric shapes and minimalist elements...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Rope, Wood

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 ...
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Early 1900s Antique Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

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.
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2010s Japanese Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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.
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1960s Italian Vintage Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Reclaimed 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

Unique African Style Carved Wood Wooden Sculpture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful one of a kind African carved wooden sculpture of a woman carrying a basket and a hat. Featured in a rich warmly stained wood, this stunning hand carved sculpture will surel...
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20th Century Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Mascara 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Panamanian Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Cane

Driftwood And Iron Wabi Sabi Style Sculpture
Located in Mexico City, MX
An anonymous wabi sabi style driftwood and iron table sculpture. The round cut of wood log has iron wires inlaid into one side of its center. The log is attached into another log of ...
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Early 2000s Mexican Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Iron

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...
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Early 1900s Nigerian Antique Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Aged tuareg hand-carved bird sculpture
Located in Marrakech, MA
Hand carved by the tuaregs of the Sahara from a single piece of the dense wood of the acacia tree. native to the region. This unique piece showcases the tuaregs' fine craftsmanship ...
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19th Century Moroccan Antique Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood

19th Century Brazilian Carranca Boat Figure in Primitivist Style
Located in Madrid, ES
Solid Umburana wood sculpture, hand-carved, known as a "Carranca," originating from the São Francisco River region in Brazil. These pieces are anthropological elements originally us...
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19th Century Brazilian Antique Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Vintage Wooden Factory Racing Car Art Toy Mold / Pattern
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage wooden factory car mold / pattern. Stamped "GS P7 -20-27".
Category

Early 20th Century North American Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Mascara 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Panamanian Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Cane

Vintage Sarreid Ltd Pine Wooden Folk Art Sculptures Man and Woman 22" Tall Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Sarreid Ltd Pine Wooden Folk Art Sculptures Man and Woman 22" Tall - a Pair. Item features a Huffman Koos label on rear. Believed to be a store display for the High End Furni...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Pine

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...
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Early 1900s Indonesian Antique Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Stone

African Bura Stone Funerary Marker
Located in Chicago, IL
This abstract stone sculpture is a funerary marker of the Bura people of the Niger/Mali region. Little is known about the Bura civilization (c. 200 to 1000 AD), but it shares many of...
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15th Century and Earlier Nigerien Antique Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Modern Sculpture with a Primitive Borneo Door
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Primitive Borneo Granary old Door, with residue of color on a facade: suitable as a modern wood sculpture on support - I can darken the wood with simple wax on request. M/251. Inte...
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Late 18th Century Malaysian Antique Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Yin and Yang Antique Door
Located in New York, NY
Impressive teak wood doors with original hardware. This beautiful door could also be made into a coffee table, used as a head board or hung as a piece of art. The circle meaning is the Yin and the Yang. The black colour is Yin the darkness and white is Yang the clear situation. The left door is 26" wide and the right door is 28" wide. When life-force energy is appropriately balanced between Yin and Yang...
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1940s Vintage Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

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

Nok Terracotta Standing Dignitary Figure, TL Tested, Nigeria Africa 500-100 BC
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Nok Terracotta Standing Dignitary Figure in Royal Pose. I-II Century AD. Certificate of Authenticity with TL Test and Passport from Europe. Museum Piece...
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15th Century and Earlier Nigerian Antique Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

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...
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Early 20th Century Nigerian Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

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...
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1970s French Vintage Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

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...
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1990s Italian Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Carrara Marble

Carved Aftican Wood Sculpture from Togo
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, carved wood sculpture representing the human figure from Togo, Africa. A large, dramatic piece for a tribal art collection and creating a rare, unique and special presence.
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19th Century Togolese Antique Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Mineral Sculpture, Italy, 20th
Located in Nice, FR
Mineral stone sculpture, brass support.
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20th Century French Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Group of Mounted Natural Sea Stone Specimens from Denmark
Located in New York, NY
A delightful grouping of natural sea stone specimens of flint and chalk from the shores of Denmark. Each stone is unique with the result of years of ero...
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15th Century and Earlier Danish Antique Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Metal

Dance Head Ornament Representing an Antelope Head, Burkina Faso, Africa
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
A beautiful stylized antelope head used as headdress on ceremonial dances. Retains the old painting and patina over the carved wood. Traded by a professor working in Africa in the 19...
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Mid-20th Century Burkinabe Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique Well Pulley in Olive Wood as Sculpture
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
It's an exceptional item ! I propose this well pulley as a sculpture. You find the ideal location. I found it in the desert with another one , lightly smaller: published under my nam...
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Early 18th Century Sahrawi Antique Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Fruitwood

Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Mascara 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

Cradle with Infant, Bovey Tracey, circa 1790
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A very fine example in creamware of an infant swaddled and lying in its crib. These miniature representations served various purposes: Decorative objects: Miniature models of infa...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Earthenware

Senufo Crocodile Headdress, Africa
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Large openwork crest mounted upon a woven basketry cap. The large, square decorative panel bears a central reptilian or stylized crocodile depiction with alternating squared painted ...
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Mid-20th Century Ivorian Primitive Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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

Primitive sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

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