Hardwood Sculptures and Carvings

1170 Scandinavian Folk Art hand crafted candleholder/ centerpiece on a rough sawn hardwood base with silver colored metal Artist unknown

Mid-century hand carving of a whistler by Karl Griesbaum. These "whistlers" are wonderful folk carvings which, when the key is turned, turn their heads and whistle. In this case,...

A rare and exquisitely crafted 19th-century olive wood plate rack, showcasing meticulous hand-turning and richly detailed spindle work. This sculptural piece features a rhythmic arra...

Splendid intricately hand carved large heavyweight wooden square printing block from Asia Traditionally used for hand held block printing ink or dye to textiles and paper Fully fun...

Extraordinary tall vintage palm tree sculpture handcrafted in wood carved and paint decorated with leaves, coconuts, trunk, and weighted terra firma base.

2020 Honduran rosewood on a custom teak and walnut base Measures: 8.75 x 4 in / 22 x 10 cm.

Original wood sculpture 1986 Purpleheart on koa wood Measures: 8.75 l x 4 d x 6 h in. / 22 x 10 x 15 cm.

A rare large and most impressive rustic midcentury Japanese Ainu hand carved Ussuri Brown Bear sculpture. Indigenous Ainu Peoples, probably Ashikawa, Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island, mid-20th century, anonymous artist. This exceptional example of traditional Kibori Kuma (木彫り熊) was finely hand carved, chiseled, sculpted and painted from a massive block of solid Japanese hardwood, using old primitive techniques with customized knives and chisels, the artisan would sit on the hut floor, using their feet as a vice to hold the block of wood, carefully manipulating and turning, wood chips flying, skillfully carving to create this beautiful piece of art! This massive scale realistic rendering showcases the artisan's exemplary skills, workmanship, and artistry, the bears aggressive naturalistic appearance comes to life, evoking power, strength, and natural bounty, lending to its fierce dramatic presence. Modeled as a wild Ussuri brown bear standing on four legs, head slightly tilted up as if about to expel a ferocious roaring growl, having inset black glass eyes, mouth agape with jagged teeth exposed, the bold muscular body with distinct richly textured chip-carved fur, this sculpture captures the essence of Ainu reverence for nature, this sacred animal, and their deep connection to the land. No apparent signatures, typical of folk art work. - DIMENSIONS: (approx) 19.5" Wide x 11.375" Tall x 13.25" Deep; Wight: 18.75lbs - HISTORY / BACKGROUND: The Ainu are an aboriginal hunter/gatherer/fisher people who once inhabited many of the islands that bound the southern half of the Sea of Okhotsk north of the main Japanese island of Honshu and Southern Russia. Their land was contested by the Japanese Empire and the USSR for centuries, with the Meiji era Japan colonisation of Hokkaido taking place in the 19th century. Colonisation dispossessed the native Ainu people of their lands and property. Widespread discrimination enforced against them, including their forced relocation into mountain areas and the prohibition of the use of the Ainu language decimated their economy with the eventual aim of the extinction of Ainu culture and its replacement by Yamato Japanese culture. The history of the Ainu bear...

We are very pleased to offer a carved wooden monkey sculpture, this piece brings together folk tradition and sculptural artistry in a strikingl...

Antique Chinese large cork diorama depicting temple and garden scene.

Incredible rustic hand crafted tree root plant pedestal. Bring the beauty of nature indoors with this three tiered pedestal. Ideal for showcasing pottery, art class, sculptures, plan...

3-575 hand carved wood grey whale wall sculpture signed Claire on verso

CARVED FOLK ART MASONIC WALKING STICK Stained, ebonized and polychromed hardwood With bas-relief symbolism along the length of the shaft Circa late 19th century 36" in total length...

Circa 1960's hand carving of a woodpecker, mounted on driftwood. This is a lovely piece of folk art, made by a NC artist and purchased form the Moses Cone House in Blowing Rock NC i...

Symbolically, miniature ladders like the Dogon ladder can hold various meanings depending on the context in which they are used and their cultural or historical background. For example, a miniature ladder can be a metaphor for ambition and personal growth, representing the desire to reach new heights or overcome obstacles. In spiritual contexts, a ladder can symbolize a path to wisdom or enlightenment, reflecting a personal quest to achieve higher consciousness or insight. The interpretation of its design is multifaceted and may reflect a combination of traditional, cultural, and personal values. It serves as a beautiful symbol for those seeking inner guidance, a personal altar...

An original 1930s turned wood sculptural wood bowl by famed French craftsman, Alexandre Noll. Signed

African Guinea 20th Century carved wood iconic Baga \"Nimba\" helmet shoulder mask (AKA \"D\'mba\") representing female energy & fertility, protector of pregnant women. Wear to ...

Immaculate! Danish Modern Teak Sail boat Sculpture With Removable/Articulating Sails Circa 1960 Here is a simply fabulous Danish Modern teak sai...

19th century fruitwood towel rack from England. This exquisite piece is hand carved and is int he form of a jester. He is wearing a typical jester's hat and has a ruffle around his...

Aboriginal Carved & Painted Coolamon A hand-carved wooden Aboriginal coolamon ( bowl ), decorated with traditional ochre pigments in earthy yellow, red, and black. The surfac...

3-660 hand carved hardwood Cambodian princess.

1878 Noah's Ark carved wood sculpture/bookends' Eack animal is individually carved and painted Paint loss due to age and use

CARVED FOLK ART CANE WITH WHIMSICAL FIGURAL MOTIFS Probably early 20th century 34 3/4" L Carved from a single length of hardwood, this highly expressive folk art cane is conceived ...

An early 18th Century antique hand carved and polychromed hand painted table crucifix from France with its original patina preserved. This crucifix could possible date back as early ...

Wonderful angry Owl Nutcracker .Glass eyes ,Black Forest . 1950s

Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chair Swiss Brienz 1900 A wonderful inlayed nutwood chair decorated with inlayed and painted sceneries depicting chamois, goat and edelweis flowers. Surro...

Charming folk art nutcracker handcrafted from a solid log of wood, beautifully carved and hollowed while preserving its natural bark. The screw mechanism, also entirely made of wood,...

Fabulous hand crafted Art Deco styled airplane with the French colors on its tail. All there except for the tails wheel. Otherwise in excellent antique condition with minimal wear. ...

Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chair Swiss Brienz 1900 A wonderful inlayed nutwood chair decorated with inlayed and painted sceneries depicting chamois, stag and edelweis flowers. Surro...

A finely detailed studio carved cocobolo hand chair crafted in Guadalajara, Jalisco Mexico, circa 1960. The Studio carved hand has an incised love line and life line. The artist ha...

9-5000 Large-scale Western wood sculpture. A large wood sculpture of horses on a Western ranch, signed lower right by Dede 88.

Fabulous and rare painted sheet metal black cat with arched back and prominent whiskers door stop. Measures : Tall 23 x 10.75 so it makes it's presence felt. Very cool cat...

Go fetch!! These wonderfully stylized dog sculptures truly display the energy and joy of dogs when they have just fetched an object. They can't wait for you to take the stick or bal...

American vintage model of a Speedboat 'Ricky-O' Well crafted in hardwood with numerous details, The stern is inscribed 'Ricky-O' with a blue bottom. C...

Vintage Bavarian wood carving of the infant bacchus Oberammergau is a world-famous wood carver town in Bavaria, Germany. Nikolaus Lang, a known art...

A charming pair of antique Indian teak "dog gates" with iron bars from the early 20th century that were skillfully repainted at some point with elephant and l...

18th century exceptional Italian carved wood and polychromed figure depicting baby Jesus holding the world in his hand, he has halo made from sterling silver and the globe is also sterling silver.This piece would have originally been dressed in an elaborate gown and would have been changed into different attire depending on the holy season. Extremely detailed and the carving is exceptional. this piece came from a very reputable merchant in Verona, I did inherit it from my mother in Law...

Rare Antique 'Ølfugl' Dragon-Style Ale Bowl – Norway/Sweden, c. 1880s An exceptionally rare museum-quality Scandinavian ale bowl (Kjenge/Ølfugl) from circa 1880s. Hand-carved in bir...

Really well done, cool hand carved man. I thought this was a piece of American folk art. I am now told that it’s possibly African in origin. So I’m not completely sure either way. I ...

Fabulous hand carved & painted 40 inch tall wooden Buddha. Polychrome decorations with Gilt. Brightly colored and in prayer. Heavy and well executed. In excellent vintage condition ...

Vintage Spencer Peterson wooden cherry bowl in an oval shape with a natural live edge. A luxurious hardwood with a satin grain and rich warm color, cherry wood is a symbol of spring, love and renewal.  This bowl is sustainably sourced and up cycled. The cherry tree has grown wild throughout New England since the 1600s.  Cherry is a luxury hardwood with rich warm colors and a smooth satiny grain.   Beautifully handcrafted in New England. Beautifully hand-made up cycled wood sustainable product by expert craftsman. Cherry burl wood is very difficult to find and so this lovely bowl is very special. These bowls are very special, unique. It is the kind of art that people will notice. It is perfect of an organic modern design aesthetic as well as for any other decor. This is a sustainable product, organic in nature and will last a lifetime. Cherry burl wooden bowl - 16" x 13” Oval X 6” H. Signed by artist artisan, Cherry, Spencer Peterman...

Black and Gold Lacquered Thai Elephant sculpture. This small elephant sculpture was handcrafted and hand-painted with several coats of glossy...

Mid-20th Century Hand-Carved and Painted Norwegian / Swedish Shoemaker Sculpture – Signed and Dated 1945 This expressive hand-carved and painted sculpture depicts a shoemaker seated...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this wonderfully primitive fruitwood hemp cutting machine circa 1800 Please note the delivery fee listed is...

A vintage theater mask from Bali, Indonesia, circa 1975-1980. Polychromed hand-carved teak, mounted on a black metal stand. This type of mask is used at Indonesian Topeng or Mas...

2-342,Japanese Folk Art carved gilt wood mask on brass base.

A vintage theater mask from Bali, Indonesia, circa 1975-1980. Polychromed hand-carved teak, mounted on a black metal stand. This type of mask is used at Indonesian Topeng or Mas...

A vintage theater mask from Bali, Indonesia, circa 1975-1980. Polychromed hand-carved teak, mounted on a black metal stand. This type of mask is used at Indonesian Topeng or Mas...

A Large Edwardian Carving of a Bear in Linden Wood This is an impressive piece it is a large heavy carving in Lime wood or Linden wood, he is a Japanese bear...

A powerful and highly distinctive carved walnut bas-relief by Italian sculptor Gian Pietro Ceoldo, titled “Le Visioni dell’Anima – Il Paradiso,” conceived as an intense meditation on...

A charming set of three antique, hand-carved and richly patinated from years of use, wooden fabric stamps. Each block displays intricate patterns and a strong tactile quality, making...

Pair of Tall Carved Japanese Figures, Dumb Waiters or Card Butler A very Beautiful pair of 1920s Dumb waiters, a Geisha and a Samurai, these 2 Card Butlers are hand carved, they ar...

Superb polychrome carved wooden ram from Scotland-19th century Very elegant and surprising ram which is almost carved at life size which comes from a Manor in Scotland. Uncommon ...

6071 Folk Art wall sculpture made from old plaster wood latts carved out in the shape of a group of geese and then painted Signed Segroot

Carved walking stick by Vernon Edwards, one of the Savannah “Stick Men,” a Southern hardwood, with carved ringed sections and an incised VE monogram on the center ring. Edwards worke...

3-458 Beautifully carved animal horn of a feathered bird signed Justa.

A visually striking and intellectually thought-provoking work of contemporary Italian sculpture, Gian Pietro Ceoldo’s “Politicante” transforms the impossible grace of a dancer into a...

Rare Baule Mouse Oracle Box (Gnamien Kpan), Ivory Coast, Mid-20th Century – Carved Wooden Ritual Vessel with Female Guardian Figure A striking and rare example of Baule ritual art fr...

3-679 Scandinavian Folk Art bowl carved from a solid block of wood.

A remarkable catchall, emblematic of mid-20th century French folk art, stands out for its ingenious use of half a fruit tree trunk, likely from a cherry tree. This particular trunk s...