Polychromed Sculptures

A vintage Thai ceremonial carved giltwood temple guardian sculpture from the mid-20th century, with gold, black and red patina. Crafted in Thailand during the midcentury period, this...

Three figures are seated at a table where rests a jug of ale; all on a rectangular oval base where the title of the porcelain is stated in gold gilt script "Auld Lang Syne...

19th Century Spanish Colonial wood and polychromed hand carved figure of a Santos or possibly Jesus. The practice of creating Santos figures began in Spain and they usually wore orna...

A fine French 19th-20th century Art Nouveau polychromed terracotta bust titled: "Crépuscule" (Twilight) - After Henri Jacobs (Belgian, 1864-1935) version of Crépuscule, depicting a y...

Barovier & Toso Murano Glass Fruit 6-Piece Bowl & Fruit Sculpture, Signed Italy, Circa 1980s This 6-piece Murano glass fruit bowl and sculpture set by Barovier & Toso, hailing fr...

Sacred Art - Saint John the Baptist 'saint's head' - 17th Century. Portuguese sculpture from the 17th century; in polychrome wood. Painted wooden frame. Repainted. Dimensions: (saint...

Pair of 19th Century or Older Indian Carved Stone Lions on Custom Wooden Bases 4 Pieces, Stone Lions, 2 Custom Hardwood Bases A charming and unusual pair of 19th-century or older ha...

An outstanding pair of 17th century musician statues from the Siena region of Italy. These grand scale figures are masterly crafted in wood with their...

Ananda is portrayed in a typical fashion, as a youthful monk with a shaved head and dressed in simple robes. He stands upon a double lotus pedestal with hands clasped in front of him...

Impressive 19th century Italian gondolier hand carved in hardwood with realistic detail, dressed in the typical hat, vest and sash, holding a torch and standing on a gondola set on a...

Pair of Modern Tole Polychromed Life-Size Sculptures of Potted Palm Trees Late 20th Century This striking pair of life-size tole palm tree sculptures offers a stunning blend of modern craftsmanship and exotic charm. Each tree is meticulously crafted and polychromed, capturing the essence of tropical beauty with remarkable realism. The first palm tree stands at an impressive 60 inches high and 56 inches in diameter, placed in a 15-inch diameter swing-handled bucket, while the second stands 58 inches tall and 50 inches in diameter, presented in a 17-inch diameter twin-handled bucket. Both trees are adorned with eight removable palm fronds, each measuring 24 inches wide, 6 inches high, and 5 inches deep, which can be easily adjusted for an even more customized look. The hand-painted enamel finish in vibrant greens, yellows, and browns brings a lifelike quality to the sculptures, ensuring they make a striking statement in any space. Perfect for adding a touch of tropical flair to your interior or covered exterior, these tole sculptures...

Superb red robin Vienna bronze with beautiful polychrome colours, Austria 19th century. Stamped Geschützt. In good condition. Dimensions in cm ( H x L x l ) : 7 x 11 x 4...

A highly decorative portrait bust of a bearded Moor in profile, modelled wearing traditional garb, painted in polychrome detail in the manner of Friedrich Goldscheider, unsigned.  

VERY FINE POLYCHROMED STATUE OF SAINT JOSEPH CARRYING THE INFANT CHRIST Probably Spanish circa 17th/18th century 19" H x 7 3/4" D x 8" W (base) A very fine and rather moving examp...

Chérubin en bois polychrome et doré à la feuille. Cet angelot baroque date du XVIIIème siècle.

A polychrome murano glass rooster, from the 1950s, attributed to the firm SEGUSO and designed by Flavio POLI

Vienna cold painted bronze 'Carmen' attributed to Bergman, Brilliantly enameled, of a gypsy girl with tambourine standing on a oriental rug, mount...

Group of altarpiece representing the life of a Saint, Saint Renualde? Engraved by the sign of Antwerp hand on the hat of the central character Carved oak, traces of polychromy Fir...

A captivating sculpture after Demetre Chiparus, this striking Art Deco dancer embodies the era’s fascination with movement, theatricality, and opulence. Inspired by the expressive pe...

St Jerome Italian, c.1640–1660 A finely carved limewood figure of St Jerome, retaining its original polychrome decoration and dating from the mid-seventeenth century. Depicted as th...

Pair of 18th-Century Italian Baroque Neapolitan Crèche Figures of Merchant Men in Leather A rare and expressive pair of 18th-century Italian Baroque crèche figures, likely originati...

Porcelain - Sculptural group - 19th century. 'Gallant Scene'; in 19th-century German porcelain. Polychrome decoration. Restorations on the base. Dimensions: 27x27 cm.

Porcelain - Tiger - Capodimonte. Italian porcelain sculpture, molded and in relief, 20th century, Capodimonte; realistic polychrome decoration. Dimensions: 25x52 cm.

Porcelain - Boys with Goat. Sculptural group in Naples porcelain. Polychrome relief and gilded decoration. Marked on the base. Minor restoration on the goat's horns. Dimensions: 17x1...

Porcelain - Sculptural group - Tiche. Boys Fighting. In Italian porcelain; 20th century from Tiche; polychrome decoration; relief and gilding. Marked and signed. Dimensions: 20x16 cm.

Porcelain - Hunter - Tiche. 20th-century Italian porcelain from Tiche. Polychrome gilt and relief decoration. Marked. Height: 25.5 cm.

Porcelain - Sculptural group - 19th century. European porcelain from the 19th century. Polychrome decoration; relief and gilding. Minor flaws. Dimensions: 31x34 cm.

Africa, 2 decorative elements in polychrome wood around 1950.

An Austrian 19th-20th century Orientalist terracotta bust of a young girl in Middle-Eastern Garb. The young smiling beauty wearing a head scaft and shawl tied with a broche-pin brooch pin and jewlry around her neck, raised on a circular ebonized wood stand. Probably by Friedrich Goldscheider (Goldscheider'sche Porzellan-Manufactur und Majolica-Fabrik) - The backside stamped: "T - No. 258". circa 1900. The Goldscheider Manufactory and Majolica Factory (German: Goldscheider'sche Porzellan-Manufactur und Majolica-Fabrik, (now) Goldscheider Keramik) is an Austrian ceramic manufactory. In 1885, Friedrich Goldscheider came from the small Bohemian city of Pilsen to Vienna and founded the Goldscheider Manufactory and Majolica Factory. It became one of the most influential ceramic manufactories of terracotta, faience and bronze objects in Austria with subsidiaries in Paris, Leipzig and Florence. For over half a century Goldscheider created masterpieces of historical revivalism, Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) and Art Deco. Famous artists such as Josef Lorenzl, Stefan Dakon, Ida Meisinger and the two perhaps best known Austrian ceramic artists Michael Powolny and Vally Wieselthier worked for Goldscheider. Several of the artists who worked for Goldscheider also worked for other Viennese studios, such as Augarten, Keramos or for the German brands Rosenthal and Meissen. The Goldscheider family emigrated in 1938 to United Kingdom and USA. Walter Goldscheider startet a new factory in Trenton, New Jersey and returned to Vienna in 1950. Marcel Goldscheider went to Stoke-on-Trent and produced figurative ceramics for Myott and opened his own studio in the 1950s in Hanley. Both brothers died in the early 1960s. More than 10,000 different models were created over a period of three generations. Since the very beginning many of these won first prizes and gold medals at innumerable world fairs, exhibitions and trade fairs. Goldscheider figures...

Two superb wood Buddha hands, reclaimed from old statues. Late 19th Century to early 20th Century. Polychromed in gilt and red pigment, and mounted on specially made-to-measure bla...

A beautifully aged antique devotional sculpture carved in France circa 1680 during the Louis XIV period. Hand-carved from solid wood, the figure depicts a standing female saint in fl...

a finely carved wooden monkey butler / servant / footman figure on stand, glass eyes, open mouth with teeth, once held a tray in its outstretched ...

Sacred Art - Saint Anthony with the Child Jesus - 19th Century. Portuguese sculpture from the 19th century; in polychrome and gilded terracotta. The figure is depicted standing, hold...

Sacred Art - Pair of Seraphim - 18th Century. Portuguese; from the first half of the 18th century. Sculptures in molded clay; polychrome and gilded. The figures are represented stand...

Sacred Art - Our Lady of the Ascension - 17th Century. Portuguese sculpture; 17th century in polychrome wood. Small traces of woodworm damage. Height: (total) 125 cm

Sculpture - Venetian slave 'candelabra' 180 cm - 19th century. Polychrome and gilded wood sculpture; French, 19th century. Height: (total) 180 cm.

Sacred Art - Holy Mothers - 18th Century. Portuguese sculptural group; 18th century, in polychrome and gilded wood. Height: (total) 32.5 cm

Sacred Art - Two Indo-Portuguese sculptures - Francis of Assisi - 18th century. Indo-Portuguese; from the 18th century; representing Saint Francis; in polychrome and gilded wood. Mis...

Earthenware - Modernist sculpture from Salamanca. In Spanish ceramic; polychrome glazed decoration. With the stamp 'Miranda Sala de Arte Salamanca' on the base. Height: 27 cm.

Mounted on custom black-painted metal stands, this striking pair of antique Singa sculptures originates from the Batak tribe of Sumatra. Each piece is carved from a single block of wood and features the iconic protective Singa motif, a mythical creature often used in Batak architecture to ward off evil spirits. The sculptures showcase wonderful polychrome detailing, with traces of natural pigments still visible, adding depth and character to the intricately carved surfaces. The weathered patina, fading, and age-related wear and tear speak to their authenticity and long history of use, possibly as architectural or ritual elements. Together, these pieces present a rare opportunity to own a significant example of Batak tribal...

Modern black & white sculpture of a reclining tribal tattooed African Queen Purchased in France, in the 1960s Unsigned A heavy, impressive, substantial three dimensional work. The sculpted plaster nude female figure, finely modeled with and enameled black body, displaying an extensive 'body suit' of hand-painted Adinkra tribal style tattoos. In general this figures displays Western African tribal symbols, usually associated with Adinkra/Ashanti people of Ghana. For thousands of years, tattoos were seen as a way of curing disease, protecting against spirits, showing affiliation towards groups/tribes, and reflecting personality traits such as bravery, courage, and social status. This sculpture of the reclining nude resting on her clasped arms, The right leg is bent and outstretched to the front with the left leg crossed over the right leg. At the time of posting we have a similar work 'Modern Black & White Sculpture of a Knelling Tribal Tattooed African Queen' Item Reference LU2592329805712 Analysis of selected tribal tattoos on this work: Symbol: Boomerang Tattoo The boomerang tattoo symbolizes the fact that our actions have a way of coming back at us, in short Karma. Symbol: Bracelet Tattoo The bracelet tattoo often symbolizes love and mostly serve as the love knot between different people Symbol: Bullseye Tattoo The bullseye tattoo is the symbol of perfection. Symbol Circle Tattoo The circle tattoo is a powerful ancient image, it is a symbol of completion, the cycle of life, and for some, the idea of perfection. Symbol : Crescent Moon and Star Tattoo The Crescent Moon and Star Tattoo generally represents growth, fertility, and motherhood. It can be a celebration of women, or indicates the woman is going through a transitional period . There is also a romantic association, with the two symbols representing love. Symbol Cross Tattoo The cross tattoo is an ancient symbol which represents eternal life. Other meanings, a symbol of hope in war, or as connection between the physical and the spiritual life. Symbol: Fan Tattoo The fan tattoo is known to represent good luck and generosity Symbol: Flower Tattoo The flower tattoo has multiple meanings. In ancient cultures, flowers were a direct symbol of god's contentment. A modern meaning, represent the love between two people. Symbol: Lightning Bolt Tattoo lightning bolt tattoos often mean power, swiftness and decisiveness. it sometimes has a meaning of a split-second moment. Symbol: Star Tattoo ?Star tattoos often symbolize hope, love and guidance. Symbol: Sun Tattoo Sun Tattoos often represent its ability to heal other meanings is the sun symbolizes the process of going from dark times to seeing the light at the end of that darkness. The sun is the ultimate symbol of light and truth. Symbol : Triangle Tattoo Triangle tattoos symbolize connection, harmony, creativity, wisdom, and growth. Symbol : Wooden Comb...

Vienna cold painted bronze Egyptian attendant, attributed to Bergman With exquisite detail the standing Egyptian attendant standing on a Persian rug holding a ceremonial staff...

The simple exterior of black lacquer encasing this 19th-century Japanese traveling shrine (zushi) belies the splendor within. The hinged doors open to reveal a lustrous gold interior...

Antique English terracotta recumbent pug dog, realistically modeled and subtly polychromed. Rare form.

A Batak Tribe “Singa” from the Indonesian island of Sumatra. This mythical lion figure was used as a protective architectural element on the corner of a traditional Batak house. It f...

An outstanding and exquisite 17th century French capital to a pilaster. Expertly carved from wood with a wonderful cherub stunningly finished in water g...

A fine original lifesize signed Goldscheider hand painted terracotta figure of a young Black child wearing knickers, a jacket and a cap. Vienna 1890's The young African American boy is seated with hands folded in his lap on an antique wicker chair...

Stunning large modernist bentwood abstract sculpture. This gorgeous Mid-Century Modern abstract sculpture is polychrome decorated and interesting from every angle. Would look great d...

This sculptural object is the lid to a Ming-dynasty (1368-1644) offering jar from Yunnan province, a Buddhist vessel for ritual offerings such as coins, shells, flowers and grains. ...

A very beautiful larger scale 18th century fragment in stunning polychromed wood from the Barcelona region. Wonderful simply as an object, or stunning converted into a lamp.

Spectacular French Art Deco Grape Picker Sculptures – 1920s Plaster Wall Art – Vineyard Cellar Decor. Add a bold and elegant touch to your space with this rare pair of large French Art Deco sculptures from the 1920s, depicting a man and woman grape...

Chen Chen and Kai Williams "Cold Cuts" Sculpture, 2014, polychrome resin with encased wood and various materials, marked and dated "CCKW / 2014" to underside. 8" H x 4" W x 2.75" D....

A stunning architectural element of a 17th century Putto - Angel from the Veneto region of, Italy. Beautifully carved from wood with an outstanding polychromed finish.

Beautiful representation of a polychromed hare Vienna bronze, Austria 1900s. The back is encrusted with boar hair and was used to clean writing quills. In excellent condition. Sligh...

This sculpture represents the maiden of Nicomedia kept in a tower with three windows where her father locked her away. In her right hand she holds an open book that records her medit...

Very rare and early Spanish Porto Santos “Door of the Saints” Altarpiece with 12 carved columns and original gilt and polychrome paint. This is typical piece to be seen in the Cathol...

An integral part of traditional Chinese home life, ancestor worship before a domestic altar often featured painted ancestral portraits or tabletop ancestor figure...

Decorate a foyer, library, or fireplace mantel with this expressive antique terracotta sculpture, crafted in Belgium circa 1890. The tall, dynamic composition depicts two young boys ...

A delightful 17th century Northern Italian "Haut De Chapiteau" - architectural fragment - beautifully carved from polychromed wood and presented on its iron stand. Wonderfully decora...

Anita Tullio (Born in 1935, Paris) Polychrome terracotta, multiple signature stamp on base.