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Figurines and Sculptures For Sale
Superb Museum-Quality Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Coral Ship
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Superb Museum-Quality Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Coral Ship. A breathtaking masterpiece of Qing Dynasty craftsmanship, this late 19th-century Chinese carved coral ship is an ex...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Figurines and Sculptures
White Jade Mythical Beast
Located in San Diego, CA
Carved out of white and yellow-toned jade, this beautiful mythical beast rests on its four limbs like a lion in the Serengeti. Each limb is given finely-carved claws and a round pad on the paw.
On its head, one can see intricately carved teeth, nostrils, a goatee, and a mythical cloud-like pattern above its eyebrows. Notably, there is a half-dome extrusion representing a third eye positioned between the eyes. Nine ridges of the spine run along the back with finely-carved fur on each side. The three-tipped tail curls up toward the head.
Its surface is exceptionally polished with a patina. The bottom of the jade beast has multi-layered ivory-colored inclusions.
Historical References:
Compare this jade mythical beast to similar 18th century pieces from the Metropolitan Museum in New York. In this 18th century lion and cub, notice the similar shape of ears, hair and ridges along the spine, and the cloud-patterned eyebrows. The distinct ears of our jade beast can also be seen on this 18th century jade beast too. Pictures attached.
In addition, please examine this 18th century jade lion...
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Late 18th Century Antique Figurines and Sculptures
SV925 Gold Jewel Chess with Sapphire by MOISEIKIN
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
For centuries, chess has been a metaphor of wise attitude towards being, a symbol of the royal game of life. Chess players are strategists: for them even entertainment becomes a fiel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sapphire, Tiger's Eye, Gold Plate, Silver
Antique Chinese Carved Jade Foo Dog Figurine
Located in Chesterland, OH
Antique Jade Carving of a Chinese Foo Dog – A Powerful Talisman of Protection & Prosperity
This exquisite jade carving depicts a majestic Foo Lion (Shi) in a gracefully coiled posit...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Jade
Fine Antique Pink Quartz Polar Bear Miniature with Ruby Eyes - Collectible Art
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are delighted to present a unique piece of art from our collection: a miniature figurine of a polar bear crafted from delicate pink quartz. The ruby eyes add a touch of elegance a...
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Late 19th Century Russian Artisan Antique Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Quartz, Ruby
Sterling Silver Israeli Mezuzah Stamped “ST .925 Made in Israel”
Located in New York, NY
A Timeless Expression of Faith and Heritage
Enhance your home or collection with this Sterling Silver Mezuzah, crafted in Israel and marked with “ST .925 Made in Israel.” While the ...
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20th Century Israeli Modern Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Handcrafted Natural Orange-Red Coral Carved Lady Portrait Ornament
Located in Pasadena, CA
This exquisite ornament features natural orange-red coral, intricately carved into a finely detailed lady’s portrait. Measuring approximately 4.4 x 3.2 x 1.5 cm, it exemplifies maste...
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1970s Taiwanese Artisan Vintage Figurines and Sculptures
Fabergé Agate Goldfish Figurine
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
Fabergé Goldfish Sculpture – A Symbol of Fortune and Elegance
Like a shimmering dream captured in stone, this exquisite Fabergé sculpture depicts a ...
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Mid-20th Century French Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Agate, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
A Large Silver Gold And Hardstone Fob Seal English Circa 1870
Located in Firenze, IT
The urn-shaped handle and cast and chased with two sporting dogs , the carnelian matrix without engraved.
English, circa 1870
Height 3cm
Weight: 14.40gr.
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Carnelian, Silver, Gold
Pair of Israel Freeman & Son Sterling Silver Table Fighting Cockerels/Roosters
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of large fighting cockerel or rooster table ornaments.
Marked for Israel Freeman & Son.
In sterling silver with gilding throughout.
With finely cast & engraved details...
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Late 20th Century English Gilded Age Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Art Object – Heikki Seppä An exceptionally rare
Located in Orimattila, FI
Sterling Silver Art Object – Heikki Seppä
An exceptionally rare and large-scale sterling silver art piece by renowned Finnish-American silversmith Heikki ...
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Old Signed Carved Nephrite Jade German / Russian Hippopotamus Figure
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine carved Nephrite Jade hippopotamus figurine.
Likely the work of the German lapidary carvers in Idar Oberstein (or possibly Russian in origin).
The feet of the hippo have numbered inscription or signature.
Simply a great carving!
Date:
20th Century
Overall Condition:
It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. There are a few round concussion marks here and there, loss to one ear, a small fracture in one nostril (likely from the carving), some edge wear, and some very fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age
Maker:
Possibly from Idar Oberstein (or one of the Russian houses...
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20th Century Unknown Russian Empire Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Jade
Vintage S. Kirk & Son Sterling Silver Miniature Squirrel Figurine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage American silver figurine.
By Samuel Kirk & Son.
In sterling silver.
In the form of a seated squirrel.
Marked to the base for for S. Kirk & Son / Sterling.
Simply ...
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20th Century American Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
1784 Antique Royal Imperial Vienna Sorgenthal White Cat porcelain figure
Located in SE
Very rare Antique hard paste porcelain figure of a Cat made at the Royal Porcelain factory of Vienna in 1784 , Sorgenthal period (1784 - 1805). Detailed Overglaze hand - painted deco...
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1780s Austrian Artist Antique Figurines and Sculptures
"YOUNG GRIZZLY BEAR LYING ON A ROCK", A. Zimmermann
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
Gemstone sculpture / Object d`art: "YOUNG GRIZZLY BEAR LYING ON A ROCK"
This sculpture is a single piece carved of Brazilian Smokeyquarz (2.958 gr.) and set with blue sapphire eyes. 2009.
"The high polished base lets the light in and brings the carving to life. "
size: 102 mm wide, 89mm deep, 133mm high
weight: 1.142 gr.
Artist: Alfred Zimmermann (Idar-Oberstein, Germany)
Carving Is A Passion
Following in the Idar-Oberstein tradition, master carver, Alfred Zimmermann, has developed and perfected his own art over the past fifty years. Since his school days, drawing had always been a favorite passion of Zimmermann and it formed the base for his gem-carving career. He began that career working for the well-known and traditional gem-carving family, Dreher. Innovative carving techniques and experience over five generations has made Dreher one of the leading animal gemstone...
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Early 2000s German Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sapphire, Quartz
Siberian Nephrite Rabbit Miniature
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Snowy white rabbits are on the way to celebrate the year of the rabbit 2023. Fond by many cultures for its adorable features, swift move, and spiritual meanings of good luck and the new beginning, the rabbit plays an important role in many fairy tales and folklore, like the famous Alice in Wonderland and Moon Rabbit.
Specialised in stone carving art, MOISEIKIN🄬 aesthetically and skillfully has created a rabbit miniature from rare white Siberian nephrite...
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2010s Russian Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
White Jade Lotus & Goldfish Pendant (GIA Report 2239295018)
Located in San Diego, CA
Carved from fine nephrite jade, the pendant showcases a round lotus bud with a goldfish gracefully perched atop, its long tail elegantly draping around the bud. The reverse side feat...
Category
1920s Asian Artisan Vintage Figurines and Sculptures
Hand Carved Animal Figure, Rat Talisman for Home
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The Urals in Russia are rich in semi-precious stones, so this region has become one of the leaders among the Russian "workshops" of artistic carving on marble, jasper, rhodonite, rock crystal and other ornamental stones. The beginning of the path of widespread dissemination of stone-cutting art in Russia dates back to the end of the 18th century. The tradition of the Ural art stone carving still exists. Skilled craftsmen of the MOISEIKIN not only preserve, but also develop the tradition, using the latest technologies and creativities to make original stone-cut sculptures.
Carved animal...
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Early 2000s Russian Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
Tom Castor King Condor Bird Pendant Enhancer Diamond Sapphire Silver Vulture
By Tom Castor
Located in Lambertville , NJ
Unique. One of a Kind. Statement Piece.
First Casting.
One of a Kind Collection Piece of High Jewelry /Objet d'art.
The ultimate extravagant gift for the Collector and Lover of Natu...
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2010s American Artisan Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Yellow Sapphire, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Multi-gemstone,...
Russian Nicholas I silver icon of the Tikvin Mother of God, Moscow, 1837
Located in St. Catharines, ON
A beautiful Pushkin-era silver icon depicting the Tikvin Mother of God, covered with a silver-gilt oklad, with repoussé garments, veil and applied haloes of sunburst design. The Chri...
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1830s Russian Russian Empire Antique Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Vermeil, Silver
Antique Spanish Sterling Silver Fish Table figure Flex Body Green Eyes /39gr
Located in SE
1920s- 1930s Spanish Sterling Silver Flexible or Bending Fish with Green Glass eyes.
This Fish is a remarkable table decoration with incredibly flexible body. All parts are intricat...
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1920s Spanish Art Deco Vintage Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
YBA YoungBritishArtist Sculpture JewelryCostume First US Exhibit NYC 2000-2001
By Contemporary
Located in Chicago, IL
Young British artist (YBA) Philippe Bradshaw (1965-2005) was represented by blue-chip international art galleries when he was the first to reimagine iconic-art images as tapestry-like metal-chain installations in multimedia environments. He is best known for transforming hand-assembled colorful anodized-aluminum links into shimmering semi-transparent layered curtains, whose hanging long strands uniquely amplified the light and sound of his projected camcorder videos and DJ'd music.
In Bradshaw's first American exhibition "Disco Damage" in 2001 at NYC's legendary avant-garde art gallery, Deitch Projects, this jewelry-costume sculpture became part of the artist's live-in evolving studio installation. While later celebrating 15 years of art happenings that had occurred at that Soho exhibition space, its gallerist-cum-museum-director Jeffrey Deitch--who was physically scarred during this unforgettable chaotic several-month experience orchestrated by Bradshaw--recounted this show in his retrospective hardcover book "Live The Art".
When Bradshaw drowned in the Parisian-river Seine in August 2005 while living the high life of his skyrocketing success in Europe, he left a small body of large installations that is mostly distributed among the world's top private art collections. Notably, the Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles has acquired one of his multimedia works. More recently, another assembly of his chain curtains made a rare public appearance at new modern-art museum, Heidi Horten Collection, during its inaugural exhibition in Vienna.
Since winning a major British visual-art prize in 2000 that marked Bradshaw's art-world ascent following fellow Goldsmiths-College YBAs who were close friends, this sculpture evolved from one of his most elaborate jewelry costumes that he created in London while seducing the American who became his girlfriend. Unlike other pieces of jewelry that he made as gifts to participating acquaintances while video taping...
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Early 2000s British Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Mixed Metal
925 Silver Cigar Piercer, cigar punch tool, antique collectible cigar stick pin
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Cigar Piercer with Baroque Pearl – Handmade in 925 Silver and Bronze – Art Nouveau Style
A rare and striking collector’s item, this handcrafted cigar piercer combines functionality ...
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16th Century Art Nouveau Antique Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Pearl, Silver, Bronze
Two Parakeet Birds Bergman Austrian Vienna Bronze Parakeets Lovebird
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB PAIR OF BERGMAN AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE PARAKEET BIRDS IN BLUE AND YELLOW GREEN PLUMAGE.
This wonderful pair of antique Austrian Vienna Bronzes (Bronze de Vienne, Wie...
Category
20th Century Austrian Gilded Age Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Buccellati Sterling Vintage Figural Figure of Flute Players Wearing Floppy Hat
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Capture the elegance and charm of this exquisite Buccellati sterling silver figurine featuring two musicians in full regalia. Crafted with meticulous detail, this mid-century Italian...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
Superb Museum-Quality Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Coral Ship
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Superb Museum-Quality Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Coral Ship. A breathtaking masterpiece of Qing Dynasty craftsmanship, this late 19th-century Chinese carved coral ship is an ex...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Figurines and Sculptures
Coral, Stone Sculpture.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
This sculpture is composed by a branch of coral carved with a face and a body of a woman and, below, a face of man. Everything is based on a marine stone.
Total Weight 612 gr
Heigh ...
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1940s Italian Retro Vintage Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Coral
Gemstone Fine Art Sculptured Clock, Aquamarine Sapphire Carvings Diamond
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
A Neoclassical Fine Art Sculptured Clock of Aquamarine Gemstone Carvings, Diamonds, Sapphires, 18kt Gold and Sterling Silver. Idar Oberstein - G...
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Late 20th Century German Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Natural Pearl, Quartz, Blue Sapphire,...
Original 1930 Chinese Export Natural Midway Coral Two Dames Sculpture Set
Located in Valenza, IT
One-of-a-kind, Original 1930, Chinese Export Natural Midway Coral Two Dames Sculptures. Hand Carving and Engraving Work is Beautiffully Crisp and Detailed...
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1930s Chinese Arts and Crafts Vintage Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Coral
Genuine Silver Gold Plated Miniature Snake Fortune Purse
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
MOISEIKIN's animal miniature is unique and creative in the idea. This Genuine Silver Snake Fortune Purse is full of leaf engravings that embody the Snake protecting the treasure. Being a symbol of luck and wealth as well as healing, Snake has been popular for those who wish to have power and success in business and wealth. A secret is the special magnet embedded inside the purse and closed with a gem mosaic on the bottom. It attracts various kinds of coins (depends on the material) and clips. It can also be used as a paper holder.
This Fortune Snake Purse...
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2010s Russian Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Jade, Tsavorite, Gold Plate, Silver
Siberian Nephrite Rabbit Miniature
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Snowy white rabbits are on the way to celebrate the year of the rabbit 2023. Fond by many cultures for its adorable features, swift move, and spiritual meanings of good luck and the new beginning, the rabbit plays an important role in many fairy tales and folklore, like the famous Alice in Wonderland and Moon Rabbit.
Specialised in stone carving art, MOISEIKIN🄬 aesthetically and skillfully has created a rabbit miniature so lively. The uniqueness of this art sculpture is the figurine is carved out of one piece of Siberian nephrite...
Category
2010s Russian Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
Superb Celadon Jade Boulder Mountain
Located in San Diego, CA
This elongated triangular jade mountain stands on a wooden lacquer base. On the mountain, there are a total of five monkeys: two playing, one resting, and two others at the mountain’s peak, seemingly about to descend to investigate what is happening.
The stone’s side displays two bat Feng Shui symbols. (In Chinese, the bat is bianfu. Fu also means fortune.)
There is also a magnificent pine tree with branches gracefully hanging down.
The cut of the mountain rocks exhibits clean lines and a geometric quality, which is typical of the Qianlong period. Additionally, the monkey’s face shares similarities with Qianlong period jade monkeys...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Figurines and Sculptures
Original 1930 Chinese Export Natural Red Carnelian Dame and Baby-Girl Figurines
Located in Valenza, IT
One-of-a-kind, Original 1930, Chinese Export Natural Red Carnelian Dame and Baby-Girl Figurines. Red Carnelian is of Indian Origin and Hand Carving and E...
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1930s Chinese Arts and Crafts Vintage Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Carnelian
1987 Set of 3 Matching MMA Sterling Silver Snowflake Ornaments #18720
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1987 Set of 3 Matching MMA Sterling Silver Snowflake Ornaments #18720
This beautiful set of matching snowflake ornaments by the Metropolitan Museum of Art features 3 stunning snowfl...
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare Museum Quality Natural Carved Lavender Green Jadeite Jade Buddha Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are Offering is a Rare Estate Museum Quality Large and very elaborately openwork carved, Hand Carved Green and Lavender Jadeite group, intricately carved as a c...
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Jade
Vintage Carved Wood Miniature Birds
Located in Chesterland, OH
Hand-Carved Wooden Birds - Unique Gift for Bird Lovers!
These charming, hand-carved birds are crafted from Basswood or similar high-quality wood. Each bird stands 4 cm tall and 3.5 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Figurines and Sculptures
Rare 2oz Yellow Gold James Bond "Diamonds Are Forever" Proof Coin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One 2oz yellow gold coin #61/70 - Proof. With James Bond diamonds are forever display. There were only 70 made of this coin.
This unique addition to the James Bond coin collection c...
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2010s Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Two Parakeet Birds on Branch Bergman Austrian Vienna Bronze Parakeets Lovebird
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB BERGMAN AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF TWO PARAKEET BIRDS ON A BRANCH.
This wonderful antique Austrian Vienna Bronze (Bronze de Vienne, Wiener Bronze, Cold Painted Bronze...
Category
20th Century Austrian Gilded Age Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
1870 Etruscan Cross in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Lexington, KY
This lovely cross/pendant is 1870 Etruscan and is made in 14k yellow gold. This cross contains beautiful engravings all over the cross providing exquisite detail and design. This cross also features a large bale at the top of the cross so this cross can also be worn as a pendant, or hung up somewhere as a reminder of your faith. The back of the cross is engraved “Ian, Love Don” but this can be changed to your special message of your choosing. The incredible craftsmanship and unique design of this cross ensure it will remain notable for many years to come.
1870 Etruscan Cross...
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1870s American Etruscan Revival Antique Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
'Repentance' Handmade Silver Skeleton
Located in 徳島市, JP
'Repentance'
Handmade silver skeleton objet d'art.
1 only, unique design handmade entirely in 925 purity sterling silver.
Incredibly detailed skeleton figurine with a great degree ...
Category
2010s Japanese Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Silver
Natural Myanmar Tortoise Loose Vivid Green Jadeite Jade, Symbol of Longevity
Located in Kowloon, HK
Introducing our exquisite Tortoise Jade, a truly one-of-a-kind and meticulously hand-crafted masterpiece. Carefully designed by our skilled artisans, this remarkable jadeite art piec...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Arts and Crafts Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Jade
4.35 Carat Fancy Diamond Solid 18K Golden Turtle Lifesize Figurine
Located in Lambertville , NJ
Unique.
One of a Kind Collection Piece of High Jewelry/Objet d'art.
The ultimate extravagant gift for the Collector and Lover of Nature.
Jeweled Turtle Figurine...
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Early 2000s Unknown Artisan Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Quartz, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Sapphire, Multi-gemstone...
Gorham Sterling Silver 1977 Snowflake Ornament w/Box & Pouch #15822
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Gorham sterling silver snowflake ornament from 1977 with box and pouch.
Since 1970, Gorham has been celebrating the season with a yearly version of the classic snowflake form, creating a beautiful tradition of sparkling art. Includes original Gorham box...
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Legend Collection by Lladró "Divine Love" Porcelain No. 8 w/ 18K Gold & Diamonds
Located in Valencia, ES
Legend Collection by Lladró "Divine Love" Porcelain No. 8 w/ 18K Gold & Diamonds
Amor Divino: A Masterpiece of Love and Purity
Step into a realm of divine artistry with Amor Divino...
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Early 2000s Spanish Renaissance Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, White Gold, Silver
Antique French ArtNouveau MuchaMajorelleGruberStyle SignedNancyGlass SilveredBox
By Daum
Located in Chicago, IL
Influenced by the Art Nouveau illustrations of Alphonse Mucha, this antique French jewelry box display case is decorated with silvered bronze or ...
Category
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Gilt Metal, Mixed Metal, Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze
SV925 Gold Jewel Chess with Sapphire by MOISEIKIN
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
For centuries, chess has been a metaphor of wise attitude towards being, a symbol of the royal game of life. Chess players are strategists: for them even entertainment becomes a fiel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sapphire, Tiger's Eye, Gold Plate, Silver
A Large White and Russet Jade Mythical Beast
Located in San Diego, CA
This splendid carving of a recumbent mythical beast is a jade masterwork.
The mythical beast raises its head, gazing upward and forward.
The beast is poised as though ready for action, its powerful muscular legs supporting its weight. The large, round eyes widen, its eyebrow curving downward. The nose, straight and elongated, features round nostrils for breathing. The mouth opens, revealing well-aligned teeth and an outstretched tongue.
The creature’s face exhibits a layered cheek structure, with three tiers of carp gills. A finely incised beard adorns its jaw; under the chin, a meticulously crafted goatee adds to its mystique. Behind the head, three branches of deer horns curve downward, their decorative patterns enhancing the beast’s regal appearance, with elongated tear-shaped ears on each side of the horns.
The tail of this mythical creature resembles that of a carp, gracefully curving toward its body. Each foot bears four claws, firmly planted on the ground.
In Chinese, deer is pronounce lu, which is also the sound of a word that mean good fortune. Therefore, deer represent success and abundance. Deer also embody grace and gentleness.
In folk culture, carp is associated with abundance, prosperity, and good fortune. Taoism regards the carp as a symbol of free-flowing life and constant change, representing the cosmic Tao.
The stone is a greyish white color with warm russet veins.
Dimensions
Length 18 x Width 9.5 x Height 11.5 cm
Weight: 4.2 lbs
During the Qing Dynasty, specifically the Qianlong period, Emperor QianLong’s passion for jade and antiques led artists to create archaic jade art that revived the artistic heights achieved during the Han Dynasty.
One similar example of an archaic Han mythical beast made during the Qianlong period was sold at Sotheby’s. More examples can be seen in the slideshow below (photos G and H). Photo G is from the collection of the Asian Art Museum, San Francisco.
Provenance — purchased from a Florida antique...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Figurines and Sculptures
A White Jade Mythical Beast
Located in San Diego, CA
This recumbent white jade beast has its large head turned to one side.
The creature has large, tear-drop-shaped, bulging eyes framed by curling-down eyebrows. Notably, there is a ...
Category
Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Figurines and Sculptures
Silver Gold Plated Pig with a Rich Bag miniature
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A pig, a symbol of fertility and abundance, was made into a silver miniature with a creative idea and masterful craftsmanship. A genuine silver with gold plated pig has lively facial...
Category
2010s Russian Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Jade, Blue Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver
Carved Malachite Snuff Bottle
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a carved Malachite stone snuff bottle. This Chinese style little bottle body has a carved three flowers motif. The cap comes with a glass stone top and is wrapped with a bra...
Category
1980s Chinese Neoclassical Vintage Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Malachite, Brass
Antique Empire Italy Gran Tour Sculpture Relief Marble Horse Head Granite
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This extraordinary marble horses head was carved after a model from antiquity. The expressive and beautiful head has a wonderful elegance, it is mounted on a black granite plate.
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1810s Empire Antique Figurines and Sculptures
Museum Quality, Certified Natural Jadeite Jade 壽星公 Longevity Man Decoration
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! From our extensive Jade collection passed down from my grandfather, this is a museum quality piece of jadeite jade. This large piece of jade is certified un-treated and un-enhanced. It has everything going for it. The detailed carving is exceptional. This substantial Jade is icy (see through) and translucent, full of "water" There are also multiple different colors within the carving. All these exceptional characters in one piece of jade makes this best of the best and super rare!
this is a great piece for investors and connoisseurs looking to collect best of the best world class Jade. This will be the centerpiece of any Jade collection. This natural Jade carving...
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1940s Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Jade, Silver
Signed Bergmann Cat Nurse Delivering Newborn Kitten Rare Austrian Vienna Bronze
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB SIGNED FRANZ BERGMANN ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF A CAT NURSE DELIVERING A NEWBORN KITTEN TO THE WAITING MOTHER IN HER HOSPITAL BED. THE BRONZE DATES TO THE L...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Gilded Age Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Cat Thief Pug Dog Police Mouse Safe Cracking Austrian Vienna Bronze Antique 1900
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A VERY RARE SIGNED GESCHUTZT AUSTRIA ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE SCENE OF A CAT OR KITTEN THIEF CRACKING A SAFE AND BEING CAUGHT FROM BEHIND BY A PUG DOG POLICE MAN AS A M...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Gilded Age Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Dachshund Dog Lying On Pillow Austrian Vienna Bronze Circa 1900 Miniature Bronze
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF AN ADORABLE DACHSHUND DOG LYING ON A PILLOW.
This wonderful antique Austrian Vienna Bronze (Bronze de Vienne, Wiener Bronze, Cold P...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Gilded Age Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Gorham Sterling Silver Christmas Reindeers 1973 & Angel 1974 Ornaments #18829
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Gorham Sterling Silver Christmas Reindeers 1973 & Angel 1974 Ornaments
This set of three Christmas ornaments by amazing designer Gorham features two Christmas reindeer ornaments and...
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Barry Kieselstein-Cord 20 Century Sterling Silver Alligator Head Belt Buckle
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Exquisite Barry Kieselstein-Cord 20th Century Sterling Silver Alligator Head Belt Buckle!
Elevate your style with this timeless masterpiece from the esteemed designer...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Certified Natural Type A Jade Decoration & Pendants, Lucky and Longevity
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! Here is a wearable and also a decorative piece. The 3 natural Jade pendants all have pre-drilled holes on the top so it can be attached to a traditional Chinese cord for wearing. The jades are certified natural without treatments. All 3 carvings are of Kirin / Qilin or mythical beast. These Qilin carvings represents and brings a wish for a long and considered life to the owner. This sale will include the stringing of 3 pendants with traditional cords if one chooses. All 3 natural un-treated jade have nice apple green veins running through them. The carvings are exceptional. Each pendant looks three dimensional with excellent depth of field. You can clearly see scratches and even a small crack on the wood display but all 3 jades are perfect. The wood display can...
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2010s Chinese Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Jade
Important Certified Natural Jade Decoration, Titled "My Beautiful Home Town"
Located in Hong Kong, HK
From our extensive Jade collection, here is another one to add to someones important collection. This piece was carved at least 50 years ago! This jade decoration is certified natural without treatments or enhancements. It is a superb piece of jade carving. The color play and contrast is fantastic. This master carver cleverly incorporated the jade skin into the carving. When the master carver first acquire a piece of jade rough, he has no idea what colors are inside. Once you carve into it, you will have to improvise as you go. The results as you can see is exceptional. The title says it all. This carving is of a beautiful home...
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1970s Chinese Contemporary Vintage Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Jade
A Celadon Jade Horse and Monkey
Located in San Diego, CA
This recumbent celadon jade horse has its head turned backwards to look at a small monkey clambering up its hind quarters clasping the mouth of the horse. Its strands of hair are finely carved. This piece is a celadon jade carving with russet mottling and veining.
Horse and monkey carvings...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Figurines and Sculptures
Natural Myanmar Golden Yellow Jade Tortoise Loose Jadeite, Symbol of Longevity
Located in Kowloon, HK
Introducing our exquisite Golden Yellow Tortoise Jade, a meticulously hand-crafted masterpiece that is truly one-of-a-kind. Carefully designed by our skilled artisans, this remarkabl...
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2010s Hong Kong Artisan Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Jade
SV925 Tiger Miniature with Rare White Nephrite and Diamond Eyes
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The year 2022 is the perfect time to explore the world and challenge new things. Don't sit and wait for fortune to come to you. Step out for the brand new journey, work hard, withdraw attention, and establish
permanent and mutual relationships with many people for great success.
MOISEIKIN's tiger miniature is aesthetically carved out from genuine silver with an anti-tarnish substance, germanium added. The detailed feature is the privilege attributed to the house's experienced artisans.
The base stone is a rare Siberian nephrite...
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2010s Russian Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Silver
18 Karat Gold Unicorn Miniature on Lazurite Magnetic Stone, MOISEIKIN
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The legendary unicorn embodies toleration, dignity, care and purity. This gift is a wish for longevity and enlightenment.
MOISEIKIN® embodied the images of energetic, tough and freedom loving horse on the precious metal and lazurite which was considered symbolic to success and bright ability . Specialised in carving technique, the body of unicorn is detailed. The pebble shape lazurite contains special magnet which attracts some coins such as Rubles, Yuan, Dirham, Singapore Dollars as well as desk stationary -clips while helping enhancing the natural stone power.
Unicorn miniature will become a real talisman that attracts good fortune throughout the year.
18K Gold Unicorn Miniature "Source of Inspiration"
Gross weight 115g
Size: W57mm x D45mm x H 60mm
Lazurite 81.27g
accompanied with a handmade wooden box
If you are interested in miniature collections...
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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold
MOISEIKIN 18K Gold Diamond and Pearl Floral Miniature
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
An exquisite floral miniature with chrysanthemums and a golden rooster was created inspired by the Eastern Asian Painting "Flowers and Birds."
Chrysan...
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2010s Russian Arts and Crafts Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Jade, Garnet, Diamond, Chalcedony, 18k Gold
Mario Buccellati Large Size Pair of Silver Herons
Located in New York, NY
Mario Buccellati Large Size Pair of Silver Herons
A set of life-size silver herons crafted with a technique known as ‘lavorazione a pelo’ or ‘hair-like workmanship. This technique i...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Silver
Important Jadeite Jade Decoration, Titled Survival of the Fittest, circa 1930
Located in Hong Kong, HK
From our extensive Jade collection, here is another one to add to someones important collection. This piece was carved in the period of "Republic of Ch...
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1930s Chinese Contemporary Vintage Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Jade
Vintage Wedding Bell Proposal Bell 14 karat Yellow Gold Circa 1940's
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Collectors item
Vintage Wedding / Charm Bell
open to see the two married miniature couple holding a diamond
diamonds also on the outside
all made from 14k yellow gold
circa 1940's
pr...
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1940s Vintage Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Important Certified Natural Icy Jade Decoration, Black Bears Catching Salmon
Located in Hong Kong, HK
From our extensive Jade collection, here is another piece to add to an important collection. This impressive jade carving is titled "Call of the Wild". This piece was carved at least 20 years ago! The carving is realistic with excellent depth of field. This jade carving is certified natural jadeite jade without treatments or enhancements. The meaning behind this carving is "grabbing the opportunity like the Grizzly grabbing the salmon".
When a master carver first acquires a piece of jade rough, he has no idea what colors are inside. Once you carve into it, the master improvises as he goes. The results are exceptional. Jadeite jade comes in many different colors and black is one of them. It is a great piece for investors and connoisseurs looking to collect world class Jade. This will be the centerpiece of any Jade collection. This natural Jade carvings...
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1990s Hong Kong Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Jade
A Large Buccellati Silver Model of a Realistic Lobster
Located in New York, NY
A Large Buccellati Italian Silver Model of a Realistic Lobster
Expertly crafted to capture the essence of the real lobster, this model features exquisite detailing and lifelike real...
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20th Century Italian Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Silver
Cigar Piercer with Peacock Figure and Twisted Silver Shaft – Unique Smoking Tool
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Cigar Piercer – Peacock-Inspired Design in Bronze and Silver – Collector’s Piece
Celebrate the timeless elegance of the peacock with this sculptural cigar piercer — a handcrafted ob...
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16th Century Art Nouveau Antique Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Pearl, Silver, Bronze
Pair of 19th Century Meissen Gilt Porcelain Covered Vases
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair of 19th Century tall columnar-style covered vases in fine Meissen gilt porcelain, featuring turquoise bluish-green base colors over a creamy-white ...
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19th Century German Antique Figurines and Sculptures
Tiffany & Co. Gene Moore Sterling Silver Enamel Juggling Circus Clown
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Bring a touch of whimsy and artistry to your collection with this sterling silver and enamel Juggling Circus Clown, designed by the legendary Gene Moore for Tiffany & Co. This deligh...
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Late 20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Cat Musician Playing Cello Base Kitten Rare Austrian Vienna Bronze Antique
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB ANTIQUE AUSTRIAN VIENNA BRONZE OF A CAT OR KITTEN MUSICIAN PLAYING A CELLO OR BASE. THE BRONZE DATES TO THE LATE 19TH TO EARLY 20TH CENTURY AND IS A MASTERPIECE OF ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Gilded Age Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Vintage and Antique Figurines and Sculptures
Figurines and sculptures date back tens of thousands of years to the earliest human cultures. Some of the oldest examples portrayed or symbolized people and animals, such as the famed “Lion Man of Hohlenstein-Stadel” from the Upper Paleolithic era. Rituals may have been performed using these early sculptures and figurines in the belief that they embodied what they represented. Beginning in the 19th century, animal sculpture started becoming not only fashionable but artistically validated — a trend that continues today.
Sculptures and figurines in our modern era are made from a variety of unique materials including gold and silver, and some are adorned with precious and semiprecious stones and more, from jade and opal to diamonds and sapphires. The meaning and use of these artworks have evolved over time, but they remain important cultural objects across the world.
While in the past figurines and sculptures regularly had cultural or historical significance, others were abstract or purely decorative. Many people now display them in cabinets or on shelves in their homes to express their personality and interests, just as they do other decorative objects and collectibles.
On 1stDibs, shop a collection of exquisite figurines and sculptures by leading artists and creators such as Salvador Dalí, MOISEIKIN and others.