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Sculpture of Woman from Bali
Located in Roma, IT
This is a wonderful wooden sculpture, describes a woman from Bali. Middle 20th century. This
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Sculpture of Woman from Bali
Sculpture of Woman from Bali

Sculpture of Woman from Bali

H 16.15 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in
Balinese Buddhist Diety Wood Sculpture
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a nice wood sculpture of a Balinese Diety. It's hand painted to add a aged patina to the
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1990s Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Buddhist Diety Wood Sculpture
Balinese Buddhist Diety Wood Sculpture

Balinese Buddhist Diety Wood Sculpture

H 51.75 in W 8.75 in D 9 in
Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A Balinese "Barong" carving darting to the early 20th century. This piece features red polychrome
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Early 20th Century Balinese Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament
Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament

Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament

H 4.73 in W 7.09 in D 3.94 in
19th Century Unusual Balinese Hanuman Mask in Polychromed Light Wood
Located in Leuven , BE
from Ubud. Mask-making is one of the oldest art-forms in the world. In Bali, masks (topeng or tapel
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Antique 19th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th Century Unusual Balinese Hanuman Mask in Polychromed Light Wood
19th Century Unusual Balinese Hanuman Mask in Polychromed Light Wood

19th Century Unusual Balinese Hanuman Mask in Polychromed Light Wood

H 8.27 in W 7.49 in D 4.73 in
Exquisite Hand-Carved Wooden Shiva Sculpture - A Spiritual Masterpiece 25”x 17”
Located in Delray Beach, FL
. The natural grain of the wood is beautifully highlighted, adding to the sculpture's organic appeal
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20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Exquisite Hand-Carved Wooden Shiva Sculpture - A Spiritual Masterpiece 25”x 17”
Exquisite Hand-Carved Wooden Shiva Sculpture - A Spiritual Masterpiece 25”x 17”

Exquisite Hand-Carved Wooden Shiva Sculpture - A Spiritual Masterpiece 25”x 17”

H 25 in W 17 in D 7.5 in
Very Fine and Detailed Balinese Sugarwood Sculpture of a Ramayana Scene
Located in Amsterdam, NL
of the evil sorcerer king Rawana, who kidnapped Sita. The polished baroque style carving belongs to
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20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Very Fine and Detailed Balinese Sugarwood Sculpture of a Ramayana Scene
Very Fine and Detailed Balinese Sugarwood Sculpture of a Ramayana Scene

Very Fine and Detailed Balinese Sugarwood Sculpture of a Ramayana Scene

H 19.1 in W 9.85 in D 12.6 in
19th Century Balinese Hand-Carved and Painted Wooden Sculpture of a Young Dancer
Located in Yonkers, NY
. Hand-made on the island of Bali, Southern Indonesia during the 19th century, this wooden sculpture
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Antique 19th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th Century Balinese Hand-Carved and Painted Wooden Sculpture of a Young Dancer
19th Century Balinese Hand-Carved and Painted Wooden Sculpture of a Young Dancer

19th Century Balinese Hand-Carved and Painted Wooden Sculpture of a Young Dancer

H 49 in W 23 in D 14 in
19th Century Balinese Hand-Carved and Painted Wooden Sculpture of a Young Dancer
Located in Yonkers, NY
. Hand-made on the island of Bali, Southern Indonesia during the 19th century, this wooden sculpture
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Antique 19th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

19th Century Balinese Hand-Carved and Painted Wooden Sculpture of a Young Dancer
19th Century Balinese Hand-Carved and Painted Wooden Sculpture of a Young Dancer

19th Century Balinese Hand-Carved and Painted Wooden Sculpture of a Young Dancer

H 49 in W 23 in D 14 in
Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of an Elderly Man
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Bali, Indonesia many of these carvings were popular with tourists during the early to mid 20th century
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Mid-20th Century Balinese Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of an Elderly Man
Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of an Elderly Man

Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of an Elderly Man

H 9.45 in W 7.09 in D 5.02 in
Antique Balinese Hand-Carved Panel
Located in Toronto, CA
piece was acquired in Bali and is not an imported reproduction. Dimensions of stand: 17.88 wide by 5.5
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Antique 19th Century Balinese Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Balinese Hand-Carved Panel
Antique Balinese Hand-Carved Panel

Antique Balinese Hand-Carved Panel

H 29.5 in W 18 in D 1.5 in
Hand Carved Wooden Balinese Busts Sculptures
Located in North Hollywood, CA
wood depicting a Balinese couple. Bust of a man and women in Art Deco style sculpture wearing
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Mid-20th Century Balinese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Hand Carved Wooden Balinese Busts Sculptures
Hand Carved Wooden Balinese Busts Sculptures

Hand Carved Wooden Balinese Busts Sculptures

H 5 in W 3.5 in D 1.5 in
Large Hand-Carved Balinese Barong Dance Mask
Located in Bochum, NRW
Large Balinese Barong carved and hand-painted wood dance mask of an ornate, colorful mythological
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Late 20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Large Hand-Carved Balinese Barong Dance Mask
Large Hand-Carved Balinese Barong Dance Mask

Large Hand-Carved Balinese Barong Dance Mask

H 18.9 in W 23.63 in D 7.09 in
Antique Carved Polychromed Balinese Garuda Statues on Glass Top Pedestals - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
2 This fantastic set of hand-carved polychromed wood statues would be stunning accents to flank a
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Antique Mid-19th Century Balinese Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

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Glass, Wood, Paint

Antique Carved Polychromed Balinese Garuda Statues on Glass Top Pedestals - Pair
Antique Carved Polychromed Balinese Garuda Statues on Glass Top Pedestals - Pair

Antique Carved Polychromed Balinese Garuda Statues on Glass Top Pedestals - Pair

H 53.5 in W 30 in D 21 in

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Late 19th Century Carved Wood Bell
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Carved wood bell from Bali, used to call the village for meetings. Carved in one single piece of
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Antique Late 19th Century Balinese Arts and Crafts Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Late 19th Century Carved Wood Bell

Late 19th Century Carved Wood Bell

H 18 in W 6 in D 6 in
Early 20th Century Balinese Clown Mask with Original Paint
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully patinated early 20th century Balinese clown mask with original paint. This handmade and skilfully carved mask was used in dance ceremonies. This piece can be displayed ...
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Early 20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Early 20th Century Balinese Clown Mask with Original Paint
Early 20th Century Balinese Clown Mask with Original Paint

Early 20th Century Balinese Clown Mask with Original Paint

H 7 in W 7 in D 5 in
Wood Carving Kyle
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A beautifully hand carved sculpture depicting a goddess and dragon in a blond hardwood. 53 inches tall.
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Mid-20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Hardwood

Wood Carving Kyle
Wood Carving Kyle

Wood Carving Kyle

H 53 in W 21 in D 15 in
Antique Bali Sculpture
Located in Rochester, NY
Early 20th century Bali sculpture of a ram. Original old paint. A fun piece. Nicely carved and
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Early 20th Century Balinese Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Antique Bali Sculpture
Antique Bali Sculpture

Antique Bali Sculpture

H 20 in W 33 in D 10 in
Beautiful Tall Old Hand-Carved Wood Nude Indonesian Bali Master
Located in South Burlington, VT
master work. The delicate, flowing master carving of a typical female form executed in a hard wood with
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Beautiful Tall Old Hand-Carved Wood Nude Indonesian Bali Master
Beautiful Tall Old Hand-Carved Wood Nude Indonesian Bali Master

Beautiful Tall Old Hand-Carved Wood Nude Indonesian Bali Master

H 26 in W 5 in D 5 in
Wooden Sculpture of Woman from Bali
Located in Roma, IT
This a wonderful wooden sculpture which describes a woman from Bali. Mid-20th century. This
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Wooden Sculpture of Woman from Bali
Wooden Sculpture of Woman from Bali

Wooden Sculpture of Woman from Bali

H 20.87 in W 4.34 in D 4.73 in
Massive Bali Ramayana Wood Carving
Located in Austin, TX
A massive carved teak panel featuring the decisive battle scene in the Hindu epic, the Ramayana, between Prince Rama and the Demon King Ravana. The scene is deeply carved in high r...
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1990s Balinese Decorative Art

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Teak

Massive Bali Ramayana Wood Carving
Massive Bali Ramayana Wood Carving

Massive Bali Ramayana Wood Carving

H 33.75 in W 78.5 in D 4.5 in
Balinese Carved Wood Statue of a Warrior
Located in Doylestown, PA
A carved wood statue of a warrior in traditional clothing, late 19th century-early 20th century
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Antique 19th Century Balinese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Carved Wood Statue of a Warrior
Balinese Carved Wood Statue of a Warrior

Balinese Carved Wood Statue of a Warrior

H 35 in W 12 in D 10 in
Balinese Carved Wood Statue of a Female Dancer
Located in Doylestown, PA
A carved wood statue of a female Balinese dancer in traditional clothing, late 19th century-early
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Antique 19th Century Balinese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Carved Wood Statue of a Female Dancer
Balinese Carved Wood Statue of a Female Dancer

Balinese Carved Wood Statue of a Female Dancer

H 35 in W 12 in D 10 in
Monumental Size Pair of Balinese Carved Wood Rams, Early 20th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Monumental size pair of Balinese carved wood rams, early 20th century.
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Early 20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

Monumental Size Pair of Balinese Carved Wood Rams, Early 20th Century
Monumental Size Pair of Balinese Carved Wood Rams, Early 20th Century

Monumental Size Pair of Balinese Carved Wood Rams, Early 20th Century

H 39 in W 39 in D 12 in
Hand Carved Wooden Balinese Busts Bookends
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage midcentury hand carved ebony wooden Balinese bookends. Hand carved sculpture in wood
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Mid-20th Century Balinese Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Hand Carved Wooden Balinese Busts Bookends
Hand Carved Wooden Balinese Busts Bookends

Hand Carved Wooden Balinese Busts Bookends

H 9 in W 2.5 in D 5 in
Pair of Large Wooden Polychrome Elephants, South-East Asia, 20th C
Located in Charleston, SC
A fantastic pair of large polychrome painted Thai wood l. Trunks up for good luck! They are ever so
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20th Century Balinese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Paint

Pair of Large Wooden Polychrome Elephants, South-East Asia, 20th C
Pair of Large Wooden Polychrome Elephants, South-East Asia, 20th C

Pair of Large Wooden Polychrome Elephants, South-East Asia, 20th C

H 37.25 in W 15 in D 45 in
Pair of Balinese Figural Sculptures
Located in Doylestown, PA
A large pair of male and female Balinese figural statues in carved wood with painted finish
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Early 20th Century Balinese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Pair of Balinese Figural Sculptures
Pair of Balinese Figural Sculptures

Pair of Balinese Figural Sculptures

H 37 in W 18 in D 8 in
Balinese Wood Carving, 20th Century
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful Folk Art wood carving from Bali, artfully hand-painted, vividly depicting Elegant garden
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20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Wood Carving, 20th Century
Balinese Wood Carving, 20th Century

Balinese Wood Carving, 20th Century

H 23.75 in W 15.5 in D 0.5 in
Folk Art Balinese Wood Carving, First Half of the 20th Century
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful Folk Art wood carving from Bali, artfully hand-painted depicting elegant garden scene
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20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Folk Art Balinese Wood Carving, First Half of the 20th Century
Folk Art Balinese Wood Carving, First Half of the 20th Century

Folk Art Balinese Wood Carving, First Half of the 20th Century

H 23.75 in W 15.5 in D 0.5 in
Base from Bali in Carved Wood
Located in Roma, IT
Early 20th century. Light damages on the base. This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing legislation, any artwork in Italy created over 70 years ago by an artist who has ...
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Base from Bali in Carved Wood
Base from Bali in Carved Wood

Base from Bali in Carved Wood

H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Indonesian Carved Garuda Wood Sculpture
Located in Astoria, NY
Indonesian Balinese wood hand carved Garuda bird sculpture, mounted as a wall hanging. The
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20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Indonesian Carved Garuda Wood Sculpture
Indonesian Carved Garuda Wood Sculpture

Indonesian Carved Garuda Wood Sculpture

H 24 in W 18 in D 1.5 in
Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A Balinese "Barong" carving darting to the early 20th century. This piece features a mix of red
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Early 20th Century Balinese Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament
Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament

Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament

H 7.49 in W 13.39 in D 4.34 in
Large Heavy Signed Wood Intricately Carved Buddha Dhyana Mudra Hand Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
fantastic, the carving masterful. Signed by the artist on verso (Ubud, Bali is the renowned wood carving
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20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Large Heavy Signed Wood Intricately Carved Buddha Dhyana Mudra Hand Sculpture
Large Heavy Signed Wood Intricately Carved Buddha Dhyana Mudra Hand Sculpture

Large Heavy Signed Wood Intricately Carved Buddha Dhyana Mudra Hand Sculpture

H 3.5 in W 12 in D 7.5 in
Hand Carved Balinese Rama and Seta Large Bust Crafted by Lasya, 1998
Located in London, GB
A beautiful, ethereal, competent and highly skilled carving from the Ubud region in Bali. Many of
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1990s Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Hand Carved Balinese Rama and Seta Large Bust Crafted by Lasya, 1998
Hand Carved Balinese Rama and Seta Large Bust Crafted by Lasya, 1998

Hand Carved Balinese Rama and Seta Large Bust Crafted by Lasya, 1998

H 36.23 in W 23.82 in D 9.06 in
Two Carved Figures, Indonesian, circa 1900-1920
Located in New York, NY
Two articulating Indonesian figures from Lumbock, near Bali, early 20th century, man and woman
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Early 20th Century Balinese Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Two Carved Figures, Indonesian, circa 1900-1920
Two Carved Figures, Indonesian, circa 1900-1920

Two Carved Figures, Indonesian, circa 1900-1920

H 15 in W 5 in D 1.75 in
Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Girl in Headdress
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
from Bali, Indonesia many of these carvings were popular with tourists during the early to mid 20th
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Mid-20th Century Balinese Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Girl in Headdress
Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Girl in Headdress

Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Girl in Headdress

H 13 in W 8.47 in D 4.14 in
Pair of Early 20th Century Balinese Coin Dolls
Located in Doylestown, PA
An unusual pair of Balinese coin dolls, circa 1920, each comprised of hundreds of Chinese brass coins, with carved wooden features and bases. These dolls would have been typically gi...
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Early 20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass

Pair of Early 20th Century Balinese Coin Dolls
Pair of Early 20th Century Balinese Coin Dolls

Pair of Early 20th Century Balinese Coin Dolls

H 34 in W 7 in D 4 in
Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Young Man
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
is typically not marked. Originating from Bali, Indonesia many of these carvings were popular with
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Mid-20th Century Balinese Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Young Man
Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Young Man

Balinese Carved Wooden Portrait of a Young Man

H 10.44 in W 7.09 in D 5.12 in
Hand-Carved Wooden Balinese Bookends
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage midcentury hand-carved wooden Balinese bookends. Hand-carved sculpture in wood depicting a
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Mid-20th Century Balinese Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Hand-Carved Wooden Balinese Bookends
Hand-Carved Wooden Balinese Bookends

Hand-Carved Wooden Balinese Bookends

H 7 in W 2.2 in D 2.5 in
19th Century Balinese King's Door
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 19th century monumental Balinese king's door has many stories hidden within its framework. The elaborately carved high relief depicts gilt and polychrome mounted warriors,...
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Antique Early 19th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Paint

19th Century Balinese King's Door
19th Century Balinese King's Door

19th Century Balinese King's Door

H 102.75 in W 67.5 in D 5.25 in
Early 20th Century Balinese Carved and Polychromed Wood Singa ‘Winged Lion’
Located in Concord, MA
Antique early 20th century Balinese carved and polychromed wood figure of a winged lion, also known
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Early 20th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bentwood

Early 20th Century Balinese Carved and Polychromed Wood Singa ‘Winged Lion’
Early 20th Century Balinese Carved and Polychromed Wood Singa ‘Winged Lion’

Early 20th Century Balinese Carved and Polychromed Wood Singa ‘Winged Lion’

H 20 in W 10 in D 12 in
Cow Bell
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Carved fro one single piece of wood, from Bali, mid-20th century After the tsunami, those pieces
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Mid-20th Century Balinese Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Cow Bell

Cow Bell

H 9 in W 6 in D 3 in
Pensive Balinese Lady Art Deco Period Bali Indonesian Art Sculpture Wood Carving
Located in Santa Fe, NM
, streamlined forms, became popular with the wood carvers of Mas, Bali, circa 1930. Her hairdo and bare breasts
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Mid-20th Century Balinese Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Hardwood

Pensive Balinese Lady Art Deco Period Bali Indonesian Art Sculpture Wood Carving
Pensive Balinese Lady Art Deco Period Bali Indonesian Art Sculpture Wood Carving

Pensive Balinese Lady Art Deco Period Bali Indonesian Art Sculpture Wood Carving

H 10.5 in W 5 in D 4.5 in

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Bali Wood Carvings For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of Bali wood carvings is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique Bali wood carvings was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, brass and hardwood. Bali wood carvings have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of Bali wood carvings to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Modern, Folk Art and Mid-Century Modern Bali wood carvings are of considerable interest.

How Much are Bali Wood Carvings?

Prices for Bali wood carvings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, Bali wood carvings begin at $252 and can go as high as $16,800, while the average can fetch as much as $975.
Questions About Bali Wood Carvings
  • What wood is used for carving in Bali?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, many different types of woods are used for carving. Some examples include albesia, crocodile wood, rain tree, hibiscus, jackfruit, teak, mahogany and sandalwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Balinese wood art, furniture and decorative objects.
  • What are the types of wood carving?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many methods and types of wood carving, including chip, relief, Scandinavian flat-plane, lovespoon, whittling and florentine. Each type uses different tools and can create decorative carvings on both display pieces and furniture. Browse a wide range of carved wood pieces on 1stDibs.
  • What is Jepara wood carving?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jepara wood carving is the intricate wood carving art that comes from the city of Jepara in Indonesia. Artisans typically work with teak wood to create beautiful carved detail and scenes in a piece of furniture. Shop a collection of Jepara wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • What is a Paete wood carving?
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    1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Paete wood carving is a decorative wooden object produced by artisans in Paete, Philippines. In 2005, the village was officially dubbed the Woodcarving Capital of the Philippines due to the intricate sculptures and statues produced there. Shop a variety of wood art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • What is Chinese wood carving?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese wood carving is a decorative object carved by hand by Chinese artisans out of local wood, such as nanmu, zitan, bomu or yinxing. This form of sculpture is sometimes called mudiao. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese wood carvings.
  • What is Japanese wood carving?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese wood carving is an art form in which artists produce intricate figurines and other objects by cutting and shaping blocks of zelkova, camphor or paulownia wood. In Japanese, the artwork is known as inami. Find a selection of Japanese wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • How do you identify wood carvings?
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    1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify wood carvings, get a magnifying glass and inspect your items. Some artisans marked their carvings with symbols or signed them. Researching any markings found on your carving may allow you to identify the maker who produced it and potentially learn more about the piece from there. If you're unable to find a maker's mark, the best approach is likely to use the services of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of wood carvings.
  • What is the difference between wood carving and sculpture?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The difference between carving and sculpture is that carving is a carved object, whereas sculpture is the art of shaping figures or designs — because sculpture can involve adding material (i.e., working with plaster, creating a mold to be cast in bronze), it is considered “additive” versus the “subtractive” act of carving.
  • What is carved wood art called?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What carved wood art is called depends on the type of piece. Three-dimensional pieces created by hand-carving wood are whittlings, while carvings into a flat piece of wood are reliefs. Shop a collection of wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • How can I tell if carved wood is antique?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
  • How can you tell if wood is hand-carved?
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    1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.
  • What wood is used for carving in Indonesia?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • What wood is used for African carvings?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • What are carved wood figures in African art?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.