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Technique: Hand-Carved
American Gilt Carved Wood and Poly Chromed Roman Guard Figurehead, Circa 1890
Located in Charleston, SC
American gilt carved wood and poly chromed nautical figurehead of Roman guard in military attire. Late 19th century.
Category
1890s American Folk Art Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
20th Century Italian Pair of Small Vintage Décor Porphyry Marble Obelisks
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
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...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
Midcentury Wood Monk Table Lamp Attibuted to Aldo Tura for Macabo, Italy 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing sculpture table lamp in wood and metal attributed to Aldo Tura for Macabo.
Made in Italy in the 1950s.
It depicts a bearded monk holding a stick (removable) in ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Carved Indian Colonial Hardwood Elephant Drinks Table or Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Carved Indian Colonial Hardwood Elephant Drinks Table or Stool
India for the English Market, early to mid-20th century
A charming carved Indian Colonial hardwood elephant drinks ...
Category
20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Hardwood
Pair Antique Alabaster Tazza
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a stunning pair of antique 19th century Italian Alabaster Tazze carved in a water lily-inspired form. The Tazza is supported by a stepped plinth and socle. These tazze show a...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Alabaster
Large Chinese Carved Sculpture of Shou Xing God of Wisdom and Longevity
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning Chinese sculpture of Shou Xing God of Wisdom and Longevity.
Richly carved in organic burl wood.
circa 1960s.
Measure: 45.5" High.
X.
Category
1960s Chinese Organic Modern Vintage Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Burl
Vintage Handcrafted Ceramic Clay Jug, Mediterranean Rustic Decor, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Bring a touch of Mediterranean history and artistry to your space with this Vintage Handcrafted Anatolian Clay Jug. A testament to traditional craftsmanship, this piece was expertly ...
Category
1930s Turkish Rustic Vintage Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Extraordinary Carved Hindu Figural Sculpture with Krishna and Arjuna in The Triu
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large scale carved wood sculpture with extraordinary detail. The entire piece represents Krishna on his peace mission and preparation for war with the hostile Duryodhana.
Later in triumph, here Krishna is the charioteer for the famed Archer Arjuna who rides in the Palaquin at back, in prayer and with his Bow and Arrow lying in front. The god Hanuman, with his monkey face and hiding a prayer scepter sits under an arch, flanked by carved peacocks.
The chariot is drawn by four horses and the Palaquin has an elaborate top. Every inch has carved decorative details. The entire piece is mounted on a carved base with leafy details and scalloped base edge. Protected in a custom Plexiglass Display Case...
Category
20th Century Indian Agra Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Zulu Wood Double Head Rest Stylized Human Figure, South Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Zulu carved wood double headrest with stylized human figure in middle, from South Africa.
In stylized human form within a pair of vertical columns, with triangle arms and legs and he...
Category
Mid-20th Century South African Tribal Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Very Rare Antique Oak Wall Coat Rack w. Acrobatic Jester Figure Hooks, Great Fun
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and highly decorative wall coat rack with at least ten hooks.
One of the main reasons for people wanting to own antiques is for their decorative appeal and this hand-crafted work-of-art wall rack certainly fits that bill. This good condition wall coat-rack with the finest quality cast iron wall hooks...
Category
Late 19th Century German Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Rare 1950s Striped Black/White Double Vase by Marianne Starck, Denmark
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handmade 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern vase with strong graphic decor from the Tribal / Harlekin series by Marianne Starck (1931-2007). Shiny bone white glaze with hand-carved grap...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Scandinavian Teak Decorative Dishes, Set of 2 Bowls, Mid-Century Design 1960s
Located in ROUEN, FR
Scandinavian Teak Decorative Dishes, Set of 2 Bowls, Mid-Century Design 1960s
Elegant teak trays from the 1960s, likely of Danish origin.
Their distinctive diamond-shaped design g...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Teak
Vintage Italian Multi-Colored Empoli Glass Genie Decanter Bottles with Stopper
By Empoli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian Multi-Colored Geometric Design Empoli Glass Genie Decanter Bottles with Stoppers, and here is Individual Dimensions:
Net Price for e...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Blown Glass
Neoclassical Gilt Frieze Fratelli Paoletti Firenze Italy
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Original Italian gilt frieze by Fratelli Paolleti, Firenze(Florence) Italy. Neoclassical design with 2 Roman fiqures with horses. Nice horizontal design. Hand carved. Label with make...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Chinese Half Moon Stone Trough, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 19th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. Hand-chise...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Limestone
Jade Onyx Bowl Centerpiece Decorative Sculpture Green Solid Marble Hand-Carved
Located in Ancona, Marche
Important sculptural bowl carved by hand from a solid block of Jade onyx. The polished finishing underlines the transparency of this special material, making it a very precious piece...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Onyx, Marble
A 1930s Stylish Art Deco Hand-Carved Figure of a Greyhound
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This 1930s Art Deco hand-carved figure of a greyhound is a quintessential example of the streamlined elegance and stylized forms associated with the Art Deco movement. The figure car...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Fruitwood
Antique Pair Irish Waterford Glass Crystal Hand Cut Lustres Lusters Vase Ireland
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A Stylish Example of a Fine Pair of Hand Cut Full Lead Crystal Lusters of outstanding heavy gauge quality and good size proportions, all though unmarked were made in our opinion in I...
Category
19th Century Irish Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
19th Century Hand-Carved Mahogany Chinese Export Humidor
Located in Lomita, CA
A "remarkable" hand carved mahogany humidor box according to the appraiser has detailed carving of junk boats and temples, and recalls Victoria Harbor ...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century brass bound mahogany writing slope
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century brass bound mahogany writing slope circa 1890.
Good quality brass bound box slope made in mahogany. Inscribed brass plaque shows that this was presented to a mr james ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Campaign Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Large Indonesian Stone Sculpture on Stand, Wide Slate
Located in New York, NY
A tall Stone sculpture hand-carved in Indonesia, mounted on a black metal cube stand. The slate is narrow on the bottom, wide at the top. The scu...
Category
2010s Indonesian Organic Modern Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone, Metal
A Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear with Bowl ca. 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear with Bowl ca. 1920s
Item e7283
A nicely carved Black Forest bear desk set with bowl for small utensils. Executed in Bri...
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
19th Century Black Forest Carved Deer
Located in High Point, NC
19th century Black Forest hand carved figure of a Chamois deer, bending down to eat foliage. The carving is lovely and in very good condition for its age.
Category
19th Century Swiss Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Fruitwood
Grand Tour Ancient Egyptian Style Alabaster Storage Jar
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century hand carved alabaster storage jar in the ancient Egyptian Late Dynastic style, with tapering neck topped by a wide everted rim. Great evocative decorative piece for the ...
Category
Late 19th Century Egyptian Grand Tour Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Alabaster
19th Century Italian Roman Vanitas Bust Renaissance Revival Memento Mori Marble
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Masterfully carved & most impressive Italian Vanitas bust in solid marble from late 19th century.
White Carrara marble skull combined with a Belgian Bla...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Carrara Marble, Belgian Black Marble, Marble
American Mahogany Pillar and Scroll Mantel Clock, Eli Terry, Circa 1825
Located in Charleston, SC
American Federal mahogany pillar and scroll mantel clock with a broken arch pediment, three urn wood finials, flanking ringed columns, hinged glass d...
Category
1820s American Federal Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
EARLY 19th CENTURY GOLDEN WALL CLOCK WITH MUSIC BOX
Located in Firenze, FI
Splendid wall clock set in an elegant opening wooden case, with carved frame and golden tablet. The internal finishes of the clock are also in golden tablet and brass. The decoration...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Empire Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
18th Century Italian Louis XV Style Pricket Floor Lamp Distressed Finish
Located in Milano, MI
Italian Florentine hand carved wood torchère as floor lamp, a tall solid cembran pinewood pricket carved on three sides, with a deep acanthus leaf and flowers carving, resting on tri...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Louis XV Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Pine
Ulysse Dabouze (Haitian, 19th C.) Hand-Carved Bust of Henri Christophe
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Ulysse Dabouze (Haitian, 19th C.) hand-carved bust of Henri Christophe.
inscribed H. Christope
This hand-carved wooden bust of Henri Christophe, attributed to Ulysse Dabouze (Haiti...
Category
19th Century Haitian Folk Art Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Hardwood, Ebony
Italian Natural Alabaster Stone Trinket Box by Romano Bianchi, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Decorative natural alabaster stone trinket, cigar, jewelry, vanity or cigarette box. Hand-made in Italy during the 1970s by Romano Bianchi.
Measurements: 13.5x10x5.5 cm.
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Alabaster
Italian Stone Sculpture of Classical Torso of Hercules with Base
Located in Rome, IT
This reproduction of a classical Hellenistic sculpture of Hercules.
A timeless piece for interior and a garden decoration.
We can raise with a base on request.
Category
20th Century Italian Classical Greek Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Limestone
Cigarette Case Black and White Art Deco Style Fire Enamel Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Ladies’ cigarette case rectangular convex “olive” shape in 925/1000 sterling silver with black and white fire enamel with Art Deco style design. With “lost” hinge, that is semi-invis...
Category
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
19th Century French Patinated Spelter Statue Composition "Joan of Arc on Horse"
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an office of a study with this wonderful antique statue of Joan of Arc. Crafted in France circa 1870, and resting one a wooden base, the figure depicts Sainte Jeanne d' Arc,...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Spelter
Big Hand Carved Painted Stag Sculpture in Wood, Early 18th Century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A big hand carved painted stag sculpture in wood, early 18th century. Pre-owned by a collector. This sculpture are one of a kind.
The stag deer are a symbol of spiritual authority, a deer stag is here depicted in all its magnificent elegance. Wooden sculpture of a life-size deer stag laying upon a rectangular platform base.
The symbol of the stag:
The deer’s antlers are one of the characteristics that have made it the figure of a spiritual superiority, according to some. Like a crown, the antlers grow beyond its body, bringing it closer to the sky and making it sacred. In many cultures, the deer is a symbol of spiritual authority. During a deer’s life the antlers fall off and grow again and the animal is also a symbol of reGeneration.
In the Christian imagination, the deer is a symbol of piety, devotion and of God taking care of his children: men. The legend of Saint Eustace...
Category
18th Century Swedish Arts and Crafts Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Paint, Hardwood
Indian Mughal Floral Design Hand Carved Solid Teak Wood Box
Located in New York, NY
Indian intricately hand carved Mughal floral design solid teak wood jewelry box with hinged top, c. 1960's. Ornate carving on top and all four sides around.
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Agra Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak
Rainbow Onyx Vase (Second of a Pair)
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent hand-carved Rainbow Onyx vase features rich shades of cream, amber, and auburn. Its smooth polish enhances the look, making it a standout decoration piece for any sp...
Category
2010s Pakistani Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Onyx
VICTORIAN 1880 Carved Wood Desk Oval Box With Hunting Dog Sculpture
Located in Miami, FL
Late Victorian carved wood oval box.
Stupendous antique oval desk box, created in England during the late Victorian period, circa 1880. The beautifu...
Category
1880s English Late Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage Hand Carved and Painted Wood Tropical Fish Sculpture
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Hand Carved and Painted Wood Tropical Fish Sculpture
Offered for sale is a vintage hand carved wooden tropical fish painted in pastel colors. The...
Category
Late 20th Century Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Early 20th century, Carved Wooden Beer Vessel, Lozi, Zambia
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Lozi Wooden Beer Vessel
Lozi people, Zambia
Early 20th century
Carved wood, pigment
H: 16.5 in x W: 11 in x D: 12 in :: 42 cm x 28 cm x 30.5 cm
An eleg...
Category
Early 20th Century Zambian Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Large Antique French Terracotta Tian Bowl, Rustic Provincial Earthenware
Located in London, GB
A timeless example of French country craftsmanship, this large antique French terracotta Tian bowl is a beautifully aged earthenware piece with a rich history. Originally used in Fre...
Category
1920s French Rustic Vintage Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
17th Century Spanish Colonial Hispano-Philippine Carved Santo
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce 17th century Spanish Colonial carved wood santo with provenance from the National Museum of the Philippines Manila.
circa late 1600s
A large part of what makes this example so very rare is not just the age and condition, but the saint depicted, San Roque.
The Hispano-Philippine (Spanish-Filipinos) hand carved hard wood religious altar figure presents splendidly, with scattered remnants of original gesso and polychrome pigments, the exceptionally sculpted religious folk art depicting San Roque (Saint Roch or Rocco), the 14th century Catholic patron saint frequently invoked against the plaque, various infectious disease, as well as patron saint of dogs, invalids, of falsely accused people, and of bachelors, amongst others.
Provenance / Acquisition:
Retaining registration - identification label to verso from The Republic of the Philippines (RP) National Museum of the Philippines Manila with hand written registration number.
Acquired from highly reputable auction house, Austin Auction Gallery, est. 1982, Austin, Texas. February 2022 catalog.
Dimensions: (approx)
Overall: 15.75" High, 5" Wide, 4" Deep.
Figure: 14" High
1.5lbs
Great original antique condition, especially considering it's around 350 years old. Nicely aged patina over the whole. Presented on a later wood plinth base. Typical loss to right arm, minor finish losses, old tiny metal plate added to prevent age related splitting, all wear consistent with age, and only adds to the overall sophisticated character, authenticity, and charming rustic warmth that can only be acquired over long periods of time.
We here at Lynx Hollow Antiques absolutely love religious antiques, from an antique altar, church architectural salvaged building and ornamental elements, reliquary, tabernacle cabinet...
Category
17th Century Spanish Colonial Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Gesso, Hardwood
Chinese Reverse Glass Treasure Chest. c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
As much an artwork as a piece of furniture, this 19th-century treasure chest from northern China is richly decorated with relief carvings and delicate gilt paintings. The doors bear ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Elm
Rare Swiss Black Forest Blacksmiths Anvil Tobacco Jar Compendium with Secret
By Black Forest
Located in Newark, England
Cigar Cutter & Vesta Case
From our Black Forest collection, we are delighted to offer this very rare and unusual Swiss Black Forest carving of a tobacco jar shaped as a Blacksmiths Anvil complete with secret compartment and secret catch. The Black Forest Anvil stands upon a wooden tree trunk base realistically carved with wood knots. Beside the anvil sits an ebonised decorative carved hammer and a pair of pliers that have a cigar cutter built in between them. When the cigar is placed and cut using the pliers, the cap end falls into a basket through a small chute carved into the side of the trunk. The Anvil at the top of the contains a hidden vesta compartment for storing matches and is accessed via the hidden horse shoe catch in the top of the anvil when turned a quarter the catch releases and the top of the anvil can be removed. To access the tobacco jar in the centre a second secret catch can be pushed to unlock the lid which pivots open. To open the catch a small oval section of the base must be pressed down which releases the spring loaded lid. The hollowed centre contains the original foil lining for storing the tobacco. The Black Forest Tobacco Jar...
Category
Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Large Swiss Black Forest Hand Carved Wall Clock Plaque with Pheasant Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
This large Swiss masterpiece wall plaque with clock is in perfect condition.
The realistic and detailed carving consists of a pair of pheasant, a bird's nest, fine leafs and branche...
Category
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
20th Century Chinese Gilt carved Wooden Tang Horse Sculpture
Located in Pomona, CA
Chinese Gilt Polychrome Wooden Carved Tang Dynasty Style Horse Sculpture. Featured nicely hand carved and hand painted with gilt highlighted on...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
19th Century French Provençal Walnut Fariniere Box
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French Provençal fariniere, or decorative box made of walnut with fine hand-carved decoration of a large flower urn. Waxed patina. This...
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19th Century French Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Walnut
Semi Precious Gemstone Parrot on Rock Quartz Cluster 2496
Located in Houston, TX
21st Century hand-carved semi-precious stone parrot sculpture on a natural quartz specimen base. An exotic bird in a brilliant decorative combination of ornithology and geology.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone, Quartz
Carved Ebony "Star" Vide Poche, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Delicately carved solid Ebony vide poche on a pedestal base decorated with points around the edge.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Ebony
Rare Antique 4 Tier Black Forest Jewelry Box Fruitwood 19th Century Hand Carved
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
A beautiful, very finely carved antique black forest jewelry box from the late 19th/ early 20th century made in Switzerland.
A large and impressive four-tiered piece with 6 swing o...
Category
1880s Swiss Black Forest Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Fruitwood
20th Century Handcrafted Terracotta Vase with Rich Glaze
Located in London, GB
This Turkish terracotta jar exudes timeless authenticity with its smooth surface, twin handles, and striking glazed rim. Handcrafted in Anatolia, it reflects the skilled traditions o...
Category
1940s Turkish Rustic Vintage Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Rare Art Nouveau Fine Quality Carved Chandelier / Pendant Light Chandelier 1910s
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and all handcrafted chandelier from the turn of the century.
This good quality pendant of a 100 years old has six perfectly and evenly hand-carved arms. This stylish exampl...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Carved Swiss Black Forest Chalet Clock, circa 1880
Located in Evergreen, CO
Intricate, painstaking detail is featured in this rare and magnificent, hand-carved, Black Forest chalet clock, which has professionally restored woodwork...
Category
1880s Swiss Black Forest Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Walnut
Chinese Cloisonne Box with Carved Jade Inset Medallion
Located in Stamford, CT
Circa 1900 Chinese box decorated with green, blue, red and yellow floral design set against a white background. The top with a carved white jade floral medallion. The apple green ena...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Jade, Brass
Spherical frame for 2 portrait translucent fire enamel on guilloché Salimbeni.
Located in Firenze, FI
Spherical frame for 2 hinged photographs in 925/1000 sterling silver goldplated with translucent fire enamel on guilloché. Modern contemporary style. Sphere diameter cm. 7.5. Weight ...
Category
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
18th Century Wooden Cross, Guanajuato, Mexico
Located in Point Richmond, CA
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...
Category
18th Century Mexican Folk Art Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Paint, Wood
18th Century Brass Mounted "Marriage" Dowry Box
Located in Middleburg, VA
Exquisite Indian craftsmanship made of teak with decorative brass on a patinated surface. The brass fittings are hand-beaten, showcasing the exceptional skill of the artisans who cre...
Category
18th Century Indian Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Antique Folk Art Ornately Carved Wooden Picture Frame with Birds & Flowers
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This ornately hand-carved picture frame is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Eastern Europe, and date to approximately 1920 and done in a Folk Art style. The frame is co...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Softwood
Pair of Japanese Edo Period Musha Ningyo Courtier Dolls
Located in Austin, TX
Two exquisite Japanese musha ningyo dolls, crafted as courtiers, Edo Period, early 19th century, Japan.
The older man can be identified as the h...
Category
Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Hand-Carved Decorative Objects
Materials
Shell, Brocade, Silk, Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper
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