Stone Folk Art

Kumberai Mapanda (1940-) Small head. circa 1970. Carved serpentine stone 5 1/4" in. (13.4 cm.) high, excluding base. Shona sculpture is the name given to a modern move...

Hand painted band stand folding music stand, circa 1950s. Great folk art design and Goofy dog painted. Possibly from the Jazz Mill in Phoenix. Great wall han...

Chessboard in white and colored marble Italian Design 1970s.

Antique Vienna Bronce Bear on a Crystal Rock Item e7254 A beautiful small bronze statue of a wandering bear mounted on a crystal rock. A magnificent, realistic example of the famous ...

This vintage letter I comes from an old advertising banner. It is made from dyed concrete. Weight: 2 kg.

Contemporary stoneware sculpture by French artist Véra Rybaltchenko. The stoneware was fired at 1100 degrees and is therefore very resistant. The chamotte stoneware is patinated outs...

This vintage letter comes from an old advertising banner. It is made from dyed concrete. It weighs 6 kg.

Contemporary stoneware sculpture by French artist Véra Rybaltchenko. The stoneware was fired at 1100 degrees and is therefore very resistant. The chamotte stoneware is patinated outs...

Archaïque polished probably ritual stone ring from Central America or Caraïbe island . Face carved and polished sandstone or granite.

This handcrafted birchwood totem offers a stylized depiction of an inuit man. The facial features, consistent with native carving of this region, recall the style of Japanese kabuki masks...

Early American Pre-Historic Human Effigy Stone Paint Pallet, Anasazi culture 900 AD All stone carvings from America's Prehistoric southwest are scarce. The majority of known carved stones come from the Mimbres, Hohokam or Casas cultures. So examples of stone carvings from the Anasazi culture (circa 900–1300 AD) are rare especially human forms which are the rarest and some consider most desirable. This pallet is likely unique. The distinguishing characteristic of our paint pallet from the Anasazi culture is its creation from red sandstone- a material that was not used by the Mimbres, Hohokam or Casas cultures. Dimensions: 9.25 inches tall, 4.87 inches wide Quality: it exhibits no less than seven distinct pigment colors on the surface. The obverse has a distinctive head with three dimensional eyes and nose; there are four horizontal bands of color: red, white, dark red/white and black. The center of the pallet has a distinctive white pigment and the border is executed in both red and black. There are two well-defined legs, one red and the other black, which terminate in distinctive feet. On the reverse we find in the center seven clearly defined concentric painted rings, each a different color. Provenance: old New England collection Lifetime guarantee of authenticity: All of our works of art come with our lifetime authenticity guarantee. Our gallery has been dealing in authentic Native...

Pre Columbian Bowl with incised design Nicoya region Costa Rica A Terracotta with polychrome burnished surface with small suspension modelled hand...

A Rare Ancient Celtic Bust of a Radiate Deity ‘Sol Invicta’ Wearing a Halo of the Rays of the Sun Limestone British 1st Century BC - 1st Century AD Size: 42cm high, 40cm wide, 20cm ...

Early hand carved stone axe with face, long nose with pierced nostrils, framed by loose oval form. Round eyes and slit mouth. Old worn surface. 8 1/2 inches high, early to mid 20th...

A big Inuit soapstone sculpture depicting a sea lion. The sculpture is signed on the bottom by an unidentified artist and numbered 202266. With Canada Eskimo Art...

An important ancient Pre-Columbian Olmec civilization Hand-Carved Jade face Mask Pendant, 900-600 BC, ex-museum collection. This exceptional Pre-Columbian Mesoamerican carved jade m...

A Native American Human Effigy male statue, El Paso, Texas , sandstone, circa 1500 AD or before (1000-1400 AD) Dimensions: 11.25 inches tall and 4.5 in...

After Jean Louis Grégoire (France, 1840-1890) A Charming French 19th-20th Century Patinated Spelter Figure of "The Animal Charmer", depicting a sta...

An extremely rare English Regency Blue John and marble clockcase that has been retrofitted with a gilt bronze framed enamel portrait medallion of a lady. Presumably the clock that o...

A Trio of Antique Wooden Pestles from 19th Century Scandinavia Discover the essence of simplicity and beauty through our exquisite set of three ...

A carved stone ball from Late Neolithic Scotland – a rare and enigmatic artefact from prehistoric Britain, and one of the few legally recorded and exported examples available on the ...

Pair of French Art Deco A La Grecque design soapstone candlesticks, dated 1933. Each base is dated underneath "1933".

Alexandre Falguière (Toulouse, September 7, 1831 – Paris, April 19, 1900) Diana the huntress Alabaster, height 78 cm Signed on the A. Falguière base The statue, a masterpiece by Tou...

This exceptional early 20th century stone fruit set exemplifies the timeless charm and craftsmanship of Italian folk art traditions. The collection features seven intricately crafted decorative fruits, including a peach, pear, orange, lemon, plum, and two figs, each carved from solid stone and carefully hand-painted to achieve a remarkably lifelike appearance. Subtle variations in color, shading, and surface texture highlight the artisan’s hand and give each piece its own unique character. Italian stone...

striking architectural carved marble roundel, worked in quatrefoil form and centred with the Eye of Providence. a radiant sunburst enclosing a triangle with the all-seeing eye. a mot...

Vintage Italian alabaster grape cluster sculpture, mid-20th century. This decorative objet features dozens of hand-csrved alabaster "grapes" in soft amber, blush pink, and pale green...

A very fine French, 19th century Patinated bronze group of a Crouching Native American Indian on the lookout, in a dark brown patina and raised on a veined green marble base, by Edou...

Bring timeless classical elegance to your home with this vintage Neoclassical wall plaque featuring a beautifully detailed bas-relief scene of a reclining woman attended by cherubs. ...

Decorative coral sculpture. The coral is from the 1970s and has a beautiful light colored green shade. Medium size coral sculpture.

This is a very rare toy that I have not seen an example of before, and judging by it's action and appearance, I would venture to say it is post war, probably made in Japan for the American market (boy looks very American). I have called it "Smiling Boy Polishing Boots" which resembles the clockwork movement. To operate: hold the toy in the left hand with thumb on chest and then; wind up attached original key with the right hand several times; and release. With a smiling face, the boy will roll his head back and forth, while diligently shining his black boots, using an up and down motion with his right hand. The toy works quite well and will go on for some time. It is made up of several materials. The head, hands, and shoes are made of composition; it has a tin body; the clothes jersey, hat, and "falling" trousers" are made of fabric. The toy is in good original condition; some wear to boy's hat and jersey in back (see images), a slight "bend" to tinplate in the rear; but for the most part, the toy is very sturdy, works well, has a nice appearance, and wonderful charisma. This is a charming rare toy that operates as it should, and is a "must have" for collectors of post-war vintage wind up toys...

Framed collection of Native American prehistoric arrowheads. Displayed in 20 star form arrangements, featuring a variety of colors and styles. Encased in beautiful dark frame with ma...

Round stone resin seashell serving dish or platter. The piece is very heavy and is blue, light gray and yellow in color. Three indentions in the shape of shells for serving oysters, ...

Found in England, this hand made concrete bird will add whimsy and joy to any setting. When found we were told "I believe them to be crazy renderings of ...

An evocative ancient Gandharan Buddhist gray schist relief depicting the Parinirvana, or death of the historical Buddha Shakyamuni, dating to approximately the 2nd–4th century A.D. C...

From Native America and a collection dating to 1951, comes this unique old hand carved stone human effigy pipe figure idol , likely Hopewell culture with its bun head and ear spool...

A Berber necklace, hand-crafted with stone beads and wool clasp, with a pair of copal amber center stones. Morocco, early 20th Century. Green and blue amazonite, turquoise, red cor...

Minor scratches. Very good vintage condition being structurally sound with age appropriate signs of normal use as pictured. Overall very nice.

A monumental and rare Hawaiian hand carved stone "Aumakua" owl or bird sculpture carved from a smooth and dense patinated vesicular basalt. It comes from an old Hawaiin collection....

A lovely example of the 1960's sculpture by celebrated artist Cleo Hartwig. This is her iconic peace dove that was reproduced by Sculptor Collectors. This piece was signed "in mo...

This large Indigenous North American stone carving was done by Thomas B. Maracle of the Mohawk Nation in circa 1985 in his signature Indigenous Folk Art...

Superb divination orb, 19th century France. Crystal ball, glass decorations and bronze frame. Good condition, minor damage to crystal and glass parts. Dimensions in cm ( H x D ) : ...

Atypical 17th century stone mortar. These mortars were used to crush herbs for apothecary or herbalist use. Nicely worn surface, two of the four handles are still visible. This morta...

This set of 5 vintage crystal wine glasses, adorned with elegant gold floral trim, is a delightful addition to any dining collection. Measuring 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) in height and 2.8 inches (7 cm) in diameter, this lovely set weighs 1.32 lbs (600 g) and showcases intricate detailing that adds a touch of sophistication to any table setting. The glasses are in very good condition, with some minor wear on the gold trim in certain areas, as noted in the photos. These small imperfections do not detract from their overall charm and functionality. Key features: Set of 5 vintage crystal wine glasses with gold...

French Cast Stone Statue of Diana A Large reconstituted stone Statue of Diana, Diana is the goddess of the countryside and hunters, she sitting on a t...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite original Inuit Soapstone Carving of a Hunter with a Se...

Marble Specimen Tablet. A typical Grand Tour artefact. From Italy, c. 1800–1830. Made from various types of marble and gemstones, including: Rosso Levanto, Giallo Sienna, Verde Al...

STRAIGHT UP Robin Antar alabaster, marble, mixed media 31 x 7 x 7 in This piece was carveed out of a solid block of alabaster stone and hand painted. American Pop art sculptor Robin Antar has been called “Brooklyn’s answer to Andy Warhol.” She brings Pop art to stone, carving iconic American food and designer clothing with her distinct brand of hyperrealism. Robin Antar began sculpting in 1974 and had already paid her dues in sweat and stone dust before receiving a BFA from the School of Visual Arts in New York in 1981. Her artistic path parallels the American art world’s evolution from Abstract Expressionism to Pop art: she began creating abstract works that were deeply rooted in her emotions before turning to realism in 1998. Her “Realism in Stone” series soon gained notoriety and she began getting commissions to carve replicas of products for national and international companies such as Dr. Martens, Stella Artois...

Beautiful statue depicting a seated sheep, made in the first half of the 1900s or so in mixed concrete and stone grit material. The statue was hand-painted and shows signs of the pa...

Grinding stone used for sharpening and polishing flint tools during the Stone Age. The surface is smooth and slightly curved, shaped through prolonged use. It was likely employed to ...

19th century soapstone desk seal. Features a Chinese character sitting with gourds, from Qing dynasty. Color is a dark brownish-purple. Seal markings on on bottom.

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite original Inuit Soapstone Carving of an Inuit in a Kayak with Seals by Alex Patsauq born 1917 ...

This rare antique Kukukuku (pronounced "cookah-cookah") war club originates from the Morobe Province, which is a very remote area located within the Eastern Highlands of Papua New Gu...

18th Century Italian Marble Holy Water Stoup. A wonderful shaped marble water stoup.

Large vintage garden snail sculpture from France. Hand-made circa 1950-1969 from concrete with ceramic "Pique assiette" type mosaic decoration.

Large St. Therese chalkware bust found on the east coast of the United States. Great early paint surface with the right amount of ware and age. Depicts ...

Italian Grand Tour pietra dura specimen marble chess / checkers game board, rare and ancient marble squares, Italy, 1820s

Three superb Cycladic marble dishes from the third millennium BC. The first with shallow rounded form and the rim slightly contoured on the interior. The second similar, with a smal...

A Fine 19th century white marble sculpture of “Rebecca at The Well” depicting a Classical maiden wearing a robe, with one breast semi-exposed, stan...

:: Antique handmade African Bronze Age era marble bracelet. These marble bracelets were hand carved in North Africa and likely used for currency. This piece is a unique collectible, ...

A Pair of Mid Century Marble and Bronze Bookends A very attractive set, the ends are heavy and made in marble, set on each one we have a bronze owl they are well balanced to hold ...