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Late 15th Century Polychrome Wood Carving Depicting the Nativity
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
. This wood carving is the work of a very skilled and inventive artist. The piece bears witness to his
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Dutch Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Late 15th Century Polychrome Wood Carving Depicting the Nativity
Late 15th Century Polychrome Wood Carving Depicting the Nativity

Late 15th Century Polychrome Wood Carving Depicting the Nativity

H 23.63 in W 17.72 in D 3.35 in
Antique Polychrome African Wood Carving from Igbo Nigeria
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Antique Polychrome Wood Carving Igbo Nigeria Africa, Staff decorated with two figures, mounted as a
Category

1910s Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Polychrome African Wood Carving from Igbo Nigeria
Antique Polychrome African Wood Carving from Igbo Nigeria

Antique Polychrome African Wood Carving from Igbo Nigeria, 1920

H 30 in W 6 in D 3 in
Angel, Carved and Polychrome Wood, 16th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Angel. Carved and polychrome wood. Century XVI. Polychrome wood carving showing an angel, with
Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Angel, Carved and Polychrome Wood, 16th Century
Angel, Carved and Polychrome Wood, 16th Century

Angel, Carved and Polychrome Wood, 16th Century

H 16.93 in W 11.82 in D 3.15 in
Antique Polychromed Carved Wood Buddha Figure 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Chinese figure offers polychromed carved wood carving of a standing Buddha, 20th century
Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Polychromed Carved Wood Buddha Figure 20th C
Antique Polychromed Carved Wood Buddha Figure 20th C

Antique Polychromed Carved Wood Buddha Figure 20th C

H 29 in W 7.25 in D 6.5 in
Antique Carved Wood Mythical Guardian Animal with Polychrome Finish
Located in Yonkers, NY
wood mythical guardian animal commands attention with its vibrant polychrome finish and intricate
Category

Antique 19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Carved Wood Mythical Guardian Animal with Polychrome Finish
Antique Carved Wood Mythical Guardian Animal with Polychrome Finish

Antique Carved Wood Mythical Guardian Animal with Polychrome Finish

H 28.5 in W 12 in D 37.5 in
17th Century Italian Polychrome Carved Wood Statue Of Saint Florian
Located in Bilzen, BE
A fine quality 17th century Italian polychrome carved wood Saint Florian Saint Florian (Latin
Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

17th Century Italian Polychrome Carved Wood Statue Of Saint Florian
17th Century Italian Polychrome Carved Wood Statue Of Saint Florian

17th Century Italian Polychrome Carved Wood Statue Of Saint Florian

H 23.23 in W 11.82 in D 7.09 in
19th Century Unusual Balinese Hanuman Mask in Polychromed Light Wood
Located in Leuven , BE
are made from wood and brightly painted and decorated with hair, teeth, goat-skin and sometimes
Category

Antique 19th Century Balinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

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
Pair of 19th C. Tibetan Carved Wood & Polychromed Foo/ Guardian /Temple Dogs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A unique and enchanting pair of 19th Century Tibetan carved wood & polychromed foo/guardian/temple
Category

Antique 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19th C. Tibetan Carved Wood & Polychromed Foo/ Guardian /Temple Dogs
Pair of 19th C. Tibetan Carved Wood & Polychromed Foo/ Guardian /Temple Dogs

Pair of 19th C. Tibetan Carved Wood & Polychromed Foo/ Guardian /Temple Dogs

H 13 in W 10 in D 7 in
18th Century Polychromed Santo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning polychromed wood santo from the early 1700s. Likely from a Roman Catholic Church. Very
Category

Antique Early 18th Century Italian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

18th Century Polychromed Santo
18th Century Polychromed Santo

18th Century Polychromed Santo

H 24.5 in W 10 in D 8 in
Antique Indian Carved Wood Sculpture of Parvati with Vibrant Polychrome
Located in Yonkers, NY
polychrome finish, leaving behind a rich, muted patina. The openwork carving lends a sense of airiness
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Indian Carved Wood Sculpture of Parvati with Vibrant Polychrome
Antique Indian Carved Wood Sculpture of Parvati with Vibrant Polychrome

Antique Indian Carved Wood Sculpture of Parvati with Vibrant Polychrome

H 80.5 in W 17.5 in D 5 in
18th/19th Century Spanish Colonial Carved Polychrome Wood Santo Altar Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A most impressive antique Spanish Colonial hand carved polychromed wood Santo Catholic church altar
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Colonial Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Paint

18th/19th Century Spanish Colonial Carved Polychrome Wood Santo Altar Sculpture
18th/19th Century Spanish Colonial Carved Polychrome Wood Santo Altar Sculpture

18th/19th Century Spanish Colonial Carved Polychrome Wood Santo Altar Sculpture

H 19.5 in W 7.75 in D 7.5 in
2 Old Decorative Elements in Polychrome Carved Wood circa 1930 Unknown Origin
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
2 old decorative elements in polychrome carved wood circa 1930 unknown origin price is for one
Category

Vintage 1930s European Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Beech

2 Old Decorative Elements in Polychrome Carved Wood circa 1930 Unknown Origin
2 Old Decorative Elements in Polychrome Carved Wood circa 1930 Unknown Origin

2 Old Decorative Elements in Polychrome Carved Wood circa 1930 Unknown Origin

H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Batak Tribe Wood Singa Panel with Polychrome, Mounted on Metal Stand, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
and carvings which would have decorated the front facade of an important structure; likely from a
Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Batak Tribe Wood Singa Panel with Polychrome, Mounted on Metal Stand, c. 1900
Batak Tribe Wood Singa Panel with Polychrome, Mounted on Metal Stand, c. 1900

Batak Tribe Wood Singa Panel with Polychrome, Mounted on Metal Stand, c. 1900

H 28.35 in W 38.19 in D 3.94 in
Batak Tribe Wood Singa Panel with Polychrome, Mounted on Metal Stand, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
and carvings which would have decorated the front facade of an important structure; likely from a
Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Batak Tribe Wood Singa Panel with Polychrome, Mounted on Metal Stand, c. 1900
Batak Tribe Wood Singa Panel with Polychrome, Mounted on Metal Stand, c. 1900

Batak Tribe Wood Singa Panel with Polychrome, Mounted on Metal Stand, c. 1900

H 40.16 in W 35.04 in D 3.94 in
Batak Tribe Wood Singa Panel with Polychrome, Mounted on Metal Stand, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
and carvings which would have decorated the front facade of an important structure; likely from a
Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Batak Tribe Wood Singa Panel with Polychrome, Mounted on Metal Stand, c. 1900
Batak Tribe Wood Singa Panel with Polychrome, Mounted on Metal Stand, c. 1900

Batak Tribe Wood Singa Panel with Polychrome, Mounted on Metal Stand, c. 1900

H 20.48 in W 27.17 in D 1.97 in
Carved Wood & Polychrome Temple Fragment Head of Buddha
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Exquisite hand carved head of Buddha. We are not experts so we're guessing this pieces age. Could be much older. Wonderful decoration piece sat on a plinth of old green sidewalk glas...
Category

Antique 19th Century Nepalese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Glass

Carved Wood & Polychrome Temple Fragment Head of Buddha
Carved Wood & Polychrome Temple Fragment Head of Buddha

Carved Wood & Polychrome Temple Fragment Head of Buddha

H 20 in W 8 in D 7.5 in
Chinese Polychrome-Decorated Carved Wood Figure of a Bodhisattva
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Chinese polychrome-decorated carved wood figure of a Bodhisattva Standing regally with her hands
Category

20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Polychrome-Decorated Carved Wood Figure of a Bodhisattva
Chinese Polychrome-Decorated Carved Wood Figure of a Bodhisattva

Chinese Polychrome-Decorated Carved Wood Figure of a Bodhisattva

H 40 in Dm 9 in
Antique Chinese Carved Gilt Wood & Polychrome Decorated Figure
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite antique Chinese figure, carved from wood and adorned with gilding and polychrome
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Giltwood

Antique Chinese Carved Gilt Wood & Polychrome Decorated Figure
Antique Chinese Carved Gilt Wood & Polychrome Decorated Figure

Antique Chinese Carved Gilt Wood & Polychrome Decorated Figure

H 9 in W 3.5 in D 3 in
Thai Polychrome Dancer Figure, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Southeast Asian statuary. Comprised of polychromed wood with lacquer and mixed-media elements, the figure is
Category

Early 20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Thai Polychrome Dancer Figure, c. 1900
Thai Polychrome Dancer Figure, c. 1900

Thai Polychrome Dancer Figure, c. 1900

H 16 in W 11 in D 9 in
Chinese old sculture in wood polychrome ancestor's head secret box.
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible chinese old sculpture in wood polychrome ancestor's head secret box.
Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese old sculture in wood polychrome ancestor's head secret box.
Chinese old sculture in wood polychrome ancestor's head secret box.

Chinese old sculture in wood polychrome ancestor's head secret box.

H 15.36 in Dm 12.21 in
Southeast Asian Polychrome Figure, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This large polychromed wood figure from southeast Asia dates to the mid-19th century and depicts a
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Southeast Asian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Southeast Asian Polychrome Figure, c. 1850
Southeast Asian Polychrome Figure, c. 1850

Southeast Asian Polychrome Figure, c. 1850

H 41 in W 14 in D 12 in
Vintage Polychrome Wood Warrior Statue on Horse - Striking Decorative Sculpture
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Burmese polychrome wooden statue from the mid-20th century, depicting a warrior on a
Category

Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Vintage Polychrome Wood Warrior Statue on Horse - Striking Decorative Sculpture
Vintage Polychrome Wood Warrior Statue on Horse - Striking Decorative Sculpture

Vintage Polychrome Wood Warrior Statue on Horse - Striking Decorative Sculpture

H 41 in W 26 in D 10 in
Antique Chinese Figural & Polychromed Wooden Basket Circa 1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Chinese lidded basket offers wood polychromed wood construction with foliate decoration
Category

Early 20th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Figural & Polychromed Wooden Basket Circa 1920
Antique Chinese Figural & Polychromed Wooden Basket Circa 1920

Antique Chinese Figural & Polychromed Wooden Basket Circa 1920

H 8 in W 16 in D 8 in
Early 19th Century Italian Hand-Carved and Polychromed Wood Crucifix "Cadore"
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Early 19th century Italian hand-carved and polychromed wood crucifix sculptural school "Cadore
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Early 19th Century Italian Hand-Carved and Polychromed Wood Crucifix "Cadore"
Early 19th Century Italian Hand-Carved and Polychromed Wood Crucifix "Cadore"

Early 19th Century Italian Hand-Carved and Polychromed Wood Crucifix "Cadore"

H 27.96 in W 14.97 in D 3.55 in
Chinese Polychrome Seated Ancestor Figure, C. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
forebears. The figure depicts a seated male official dressed in flowing robes. The polychromed finish has
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Polychrome Seated Ancestor Figure, C. 1800
Chinese Polychrome Seated Ancestor Figure, C. 1800

Chinese Polychrome Seated Ancestor Figure, C. 1800

H 9.75 in W 4.5 in D 2.5 in
Mother Mary Madonna Wood Carved Polychrome Santo Santos, 18th-19th Century
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful hand-carved wood Santo of the Madonna, Mary mother of Christ. The piece clearly
Category

Antique 19th Century Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Mother Mary Madonna Wood Carved Polychrome Santo Santos, 18th-19th Century
Mother Mary Madonna Wood Carved Polychrome Santo Santos, 18th-19th Century

Mother Mary Madonna Wood Carved Polychrome Santo Santos, 18th-19th Century

H 14.5 in W 5 in D 3 in
Pair of Scottish Ram in Polychrome Wood, 19 Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb pair of rams in polychrome carved wood from Scotland-19th century Very elegant and unique
Category

Antique 19th Century Scottish Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Scottish Ram in Polychrome Wood, 19 Century
Pair of Scottish Ram in Polychrome Wood, 19 Century

Pair of Scottish Ram in Polychrome Wood, 19 Century

H 28.35 in W 22.45 in D 42.92 in
Chinese Polychrome Seated Ancestor Figure, C. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
An integral part of traditional Chinese home life, ancestor worship before a domestic altar often featured painted ancestral portraits or tabletop ancestor figures. This late 19th-ce...
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Polychrome Seated Ancestor Figure, C. 1900
Chinese Polychrome Seated Ancestor Figure, C. 1900

Chinese Polychrome Seated Ancestor Figure, C. 1900

H 15.5 in W 7.5 in D 7 in
Chinese Polychrome Wooden Altar Spirit, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved in wood, this 19th-century figure of a spirit paid tribute to ancestors past on a
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Polychrome Wooden Altar Spirit, c. 1850
Chinese Polychrome Wooden Altar Spirit, c. 1850

Chinese Polychrome Wooden Altar Spirit, c. 1850

H 17.75 in W 6.25 in D 5 in
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty Provenance: Private Old Australian
Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

H 13.59 in W 4.93 in D 3.55 in
Japanese Polychrome Standing Shō Kannon Figure, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
vibrant polychrome finish. Her right hand is held downwards in the varada mudra, a gesture of mercy, and
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Polychrome Standing Shō Kannon Figure, circa 1900
Japanese Polychrome Standing Shō Kannon Figure, circa 1900

Japanese Polychrome Standing Shō Kannon Figure, circa 1900

H 27.5 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in
Chinese Polychrome Jade Emperor Altar Figure, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
. The precious carving dates to the mid- to late-18th century, as evidenced by the aged material and
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Polychrome Jade Emperor Altar Figure, c. 1800
Chinese Polychrome Jade Emperor Altar Figure, c. 1800

Chinese Polychrome Jade Emperor Altar Figure, c. 1800

H 7.5 in W 4.5 in D 3 in
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty Provenance: Private Australian
Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

H 13 in W 4.73 in D 2.96 in
Rare 19th Century Swedish Dala Horse in Original Polychrome Paint
Located in Kastrup, DK
Rare hand-carved Dala horse in pine wood with original polychrome paint. Sweden, circa 1840. The
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Rare 19th Century Swedish Dala Horse in Original Polychrome Paint
Rare 19th Century Swedish Dala Horse in Original Polychrome Paint

Rare 19th Century Swedish Dala Horse in Original Polychrome Paint

H 6.7 in W 7.09 in D 1.97 in
Japanese Wood Carved Polychrome Sculpture of a Seated Temple Monk, Edo Period
Located in Studio City, CA
This is truly a wonderful piece with clear age and a nice patina to it. Very unique. We have not seen another quite like it. The monk appears to have glass eyes which gives his expre...
Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Wood Carved Polychrome Sculpture of a Seated Temple Monk, Edo Period
Japanese Wood Carved Polychrome Sculpture of a Seated Temple Monk, Edo Period

Japanese Wood Carved Polychrome Sculpture of a Seated Temple Monk, Edo Period

H 18 in W 18 in D 13 in
Antique Korean Carved Polychrome Wooden Buddhist Figure Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
this large Joseon dynasty (1392–1910) antique Asian hand carved and painted wood Buddhist figure
Category

Antique 19th Century Korean Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Korean Carved Polychrome Wooden Buddhist Figure Sculpture
Antique Korean Carved Polychrome Wooden Buddhist Figure Sculpture

Antique Korean Carved Polychrome Wooden Buddhist Figure Sculpture

H 21.75 in W 12.5 in D 9 in
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty Provenance: Private Old
Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

H 14.18 in W 5.12 in D 3.15 in
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty Provenance: Private Old
Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

H 13.39 in W 5.71 in D 3.55 in
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty Provenance: Private Old
Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty
A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

A Small Chinese Carved Timber Gilt and Polychrome Figure, Ming Dynasty

H 13.19 in W 4.73 in D 3.55 in
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-carved from reclaimed wood, this rustic koi sculpture recreates early 20th-century Chinese
Category

20th Century Chinese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Pine

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish

H 9.5 in W 7.5 in D 3 in
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this artist-made koi is a traditional symbol of harmony and
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Pine

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish

H 11 in W 4 in D 7.75 in
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this artist-made koi is a traditional symbol of harmony and
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Pine

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish

H 8.25 in W 7.5 in D 4.5 in
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this artisanal koi sculpture is a traditional symbol of harmony
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Pine

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish

H 9 in W 4.5 in D 9 in
Hand Carved Indian Temple Carving Statue from Gujarat Depicting Mother and Child
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian early 20th century hand carved architectural temple carving from Gujarat, depicting a
Category

Early 20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved Indian Temple Carving Statue from Gujarat Depicting Mother and Child
Hand Carved Indian Temple Carving Statue from Gujarat Depicting Mother and Child

Hand Carved Indian Temple Carving Statue from Gujarat Depicting Mother and Child

H 27 in W 8 in D 4.5 in
Carved Polychromed Chinese Horse
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A wonderful 20th century carved painted wooden Chinese horse purchased in 1985 from a prominent Hong Kong Gallery. A copy of the original receipt will be included. This piece is quit...
Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Carved Polychromed Chinese Horse
Carved Polychromed Chinese Horse

Carved Polychromed Chinese Horse

H 39.5 in W 36 in D 12 in
Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People in Sumatra
Located in Yonkers, NY
A antique hand carved tribal carving from the Batak People, northern Sumatra, called a Singa Singa
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People in Sumatra
Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People in Sumatra

Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People in Sumatra

H 58 in W 15 in D 15 in
Indian Gujarat Hand Carved Temple Carving Statue Depicting a Woman and a Feline
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian early 20th century hand carved architectural temple carving from Gujarat, depicting a
Category

Early 20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Indian Gujarat Hand Carved Temple Carving Statue Depicting a Woman and a Feline
Indian Gujarat Hand Carved Temple Carving Statue Depicting a Woman and a Feline

Indian Gujarat Hand Carved Temple Carving Statue Depicting a Woman and a Feline

H 27.5 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in
Antique Southeast Asian Temple Strut Architectural Ornament Elephant Carving (2)
Located in Forney, TX
/ architectural elements. The hand carved and painted wood figural decorative building elements depicting
Category

Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Southeast Asian Temple Strut Architectural Ornament Elephant Carving (2)
Antique Southeast Asian Temple Strut Architectural Ornament Elephant Carving (2)

Antique Southeast Asian Temple Strut Architectural Ornament Elephant Carving (2)

H 37.25 in W 8 in D 17 in
Hand-Carved, Polychromed Panel with from Madura Island, Java, Indonesia, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
teak wood the panel still retains its original turquoise polychrome finish. The wood has aged
Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved, Polychromed Panel with from Madura Island, Java, Indonesia, c. 1900
Hand-Carved, Polychromed Panel with from Madura Island, Java, Indonesia, c. 1900

Hand-Carved, Polychromed Panel with from Madura Island, Java, Indonesia, c. 1900

H 50.4 in W 50.4 in D 1.78 in
Antique Native American Indigenous Peoples Carved Polychrome Canoe Model
Located in Forney, TX
gallery wooden top, the boat hull exterior features hand painted polychrome decoration with incised detail
Category

Early 20th Century North American Native American Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Twine, Wood, Paint

Antique Native American Indigenous Peoples Carved Polychrome Canoe Model
Antique Native American Indigenous Peoples Carved Polychrome Canoe Model

Antique Native American Indigenous Peoples Carved Polychrome Canoe Model

H 3 in W 19.75 in D 2.5 in
Pair of Anime Sola or Lonely Souls Carved and Polychromed Figures
Located in Dallas, TX
pair of "Anime Sola" or "Lonely Souls" carved and painted figures of a man and women engulfed in the flames of Purgatory, both have glass eyes, Spain, 18th century NOTE: paint chip...
Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of Anime Sola or Lonely Souls Carved and Polychromed Figures
Pair of Anime Sola or Lonely Souls Carved and Polychromed Figures

Pair of Anime Sola or Lonely Souls Carved and Polychromed Figures

H 12 in W 4.5 in D 4 in
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this artist-made koi is a traditional symbol of harmony and
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Pine

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900

H 8.5 in W 9 in D 4.5 in
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this artist-made koi is a traditional symbol of harmony and
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Pine

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900

H 10 in W 7.5 in D 3.5 in
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this artist-made koi is a traditional symbol of harmony and
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Pine

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900

H 10 in W 8 in D 3.5 in
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this artist-made koi is a traditional symbol of harmony and
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Pine

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish, c. 1900

H 7.5 in W 9.25 in D 5 in
Chinese Polychrome Harmony Fish, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, this large koi sculpture is a traditional symbol of harmony and
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Pine

Chinese Polychrome Harmony Fish, c. 1900
Chinese Polychrome Harmony Fish, c. 1900

Chinese Polychrome Harmony Fish, c. 1900

H 12 in W 7.25 in D 13 in
Chinese Polychrome Altar Spirit, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand carved and vibrantly painted, this 19th century figure of a mythical spirit was once placed upon a traditional altar table to pay tribute to ancestors past. The figure is carved...
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Chinese Polychrome Altar Spirit, c. 1850
Chinese Polychrome Altar Spirit, c. 1850

Chinese Polychrome Altar Spirit, c. 1850

H 19.5 in W 6.5 in D 4.5 in
Pair Vintage Oriental Polychrome Wooden Elephant Figures
Located in New York, NY
Pair of whimsical vintage wooden Chinese ceremonial processional elephants with hand-painted Chinese designs.
Category

Mid-20th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair Vintage Oriental Polychrome Wooden Elephant Figures
Pair Vintage Oriental Polychrome Wooden Elephant Figures

Pair Vintage Oriental Polychrome Wooden Elephant Figures

H 11 in W 15 in D 10 in
Early 20th Century Cambodian Polychrome Male Figurine
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a lovely early 20th century Cambodian polychrome male figurine. From circa 1900-1920
Category

Early 20th Century Cambodian Country Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Cambodian Polychrome Male Figurine
Early 20th Century Cambodian Polychrome Male Figurine

Early 20th Century Cambodian Polychrome Male Figurine

H 17.5 in W 5 in D 4 in
"Saint Lucia" Early 19th Century Santos Figure Polychromed Mexico
Located in Wiscasset, ME
being married off to a Pagan. Polychromed gesso with gilding. Some small bits of polychrome missing off
Category

Antique 1830s Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

"Saint Lucia" Early 19th Century Santos Figure Polychromed Mexico
"Saint Lucia" Early 19th Century Santos Figure Polychromed Mexico

"Saint Lucia" Early 19th Century Santos Figure Polychromed Mexico

H 16 in W 5 in D 4 in
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the polychrome wood carving you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each polychrome wood carving for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, paint and metal. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer polychrome wood carving, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each polychrome wood carving bearing Folk Art, Baroque or Arts and Crafts hallmarks is very popular. Otto Bettmann (Australia) each produced at least one beautiful polychrome wood carving that is worth considering.

How Much is a Polychrome Wood Carving?

Prices for a polychrome wood carving start at $315 and top out at $150,000 with the average selling for $2,425.
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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.
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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.
  • 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 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 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.
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    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 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 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.
  • How can I tell if carved wood is antique?
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    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.
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    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 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.
  • What are carved wood figures in African art?
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    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.

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