Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Here is a super fun and large fabric "soft sculpture" of a palm tree with posable leaves. It measures approximately 77" tall and 48" wide depending how the palms are positioned. It...

VINTAGE FOLK ART EARTHENWARE JUG Profusely decorated with incised line work, known as sgraffito decoration. Depicting Adam, Eve and the serpent next to the tree of life in the gard...

A very stylish and unusual vintage Italian Firenze blonde wood orange or grapefruit squeezer modelled as a man’s head by renowned Italian wood carver Alfonso Bini and made around 197...

Signed hand carved cowboy from a private folk art collection.The condition is very good.

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...

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

1870 Hand crafted Folk Art Bull sculpture hand crafted from natural materials Has a pocket measuring 8x7.5" 12" deep

3-734 artist hand made one of a kind plaster Medusa.

A beautiful, wonderfully crafted, alluring mask made for Japanese Noh theatre. The mask is handcrafted and hand-carved from natural wood and is signed by the maker. This mask is o...

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,...

Group of two polychrome painted wood mid-20th century Mexican dance masks. Each with a face one with a lizard on top and the other with a mermaid....

Amazing craftsmanship in this one of a kind piece hand crafted from copper. Hammered repousse in and around the entire lighthouse. Tall 33 inches by 14 diameter with an 11 inch balcony. Entirely lights up, Tower with a large dome light...

This beautiful sculpture by an unknown artist, depicting a Ndebele. Despite of occasionally mistakenly attributed to Carl Hagenauer is it undoubtedly a masterpiece. In earlier times,...

Folk art snake made from naturally aged/rusted bottle caps stacked and strung on wire to mimic the reptile's sinuous form (ca. 1920s/30s, USA). Features hand-carved/painted wooden he...

Fabulous large brass Brutalist patchwork stallion horse with blown black glass eyes. Fantastic artistic piece by Luciano Bustamante of Mexico c1965. In excellent vintage condition wi...

A charming Danish Viking figure designed by renowned Danish designers Hans Bølling and Kay Bojesen, dating from the 1970s. These iconic Scandinavian collectibles beautifully capture ...

Classic early 1930s Black Forest Brienz wood carved Nutcracker in form of a Gnome. Nice addition to your room or just for use it on your desk. Found at an Estate sale in Nuremberg, G...

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...

Rare small musk Ox figure/carving. Hand worked Norwegian Pine wood and leather. Burnished makers marks to bottom. Arne Tjomsland was Norways leading souvenir designer in the 1950s...

Swedish Dala horses and rooster by Olsson, Swedish folk art, 1960s The Dala Horse and Rooster is a traditional carved, painted wooden statue and was mainly used as a toy for childre...

Created by the Massim Peoples from Trobriand Islands off New Guinea. A standing animal wood sculpture, probably of a tree kangaroo with shell eyes. Finely incised designs on parts ...

This traditional Peruvian storytelling gourd, or mate burilado, reflects a craft practiced in Peru for over 4,000 years. Measuring 15 inches across and 8.5 inches high, it is an impr...

A vintage nutcracker from the Erzgebirge region, in shape of a king made of turned wood and painted in vibrant colors, dating back to the 1970s. This large nutcracker...

Vintage Sculpture of an American Eagle Carved in Seri Ironwood. Vintage hand carved Ironwood Southwestern seri sculpture of an Eagle. Dimensions: 5.5" x 3.5". circa 1970. Ironwood hand carved eagle or falcon...

Gnome hand cast and painted American antique garden sculpture and coin bank/doorstop In good condition considering its age.

Beautiful black forest Folk Art wood carved mask. This is a wonderful example of black forest carving. This can be used as a Wall decoration or as...

A striking Mid-Century Modern sculpture executed in the Greek Revival taste, depicting Athena riding a stylized horse-drawn chariot accompanied by her symbolic owl. Rendered with pronounced Etruscan and Brutalist influences, the piece embodies the sculptural abstraction and mythological romanticism that defined a wave of sophisticated decorative arts produced during the mid-20th century. Executed in patinated cast metal with a rich verdigris finish, the sculpture evokes the appearance of an excavated antiquity while maintaining the clean linearity and expressive geometry associated with Mid-Century Modern design. The elongated horse forms, angular chariot construction, and primitive-classical composition strongly recall the work of Frederick Weinberg and related Raymor-era designers, blending ancient Mediterranean inspiration with modernist decorative sensibilities. Dramatic from every angle, this highly decorative object functions equally well as a bookshelf sculpture...

This one-of-a-kind American Folk Art Dalmatian is carved from salvaged wood, assembled with cheerful ingenuity, and painted in classic black spots that refuse to behave. His legs are...

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...

Wooden nutcracker figure from the Erzgebirge. The region Erzgebirge formerly Eastern Germany is famous for this special kind of nutcrackers, where intricate carving has been their ho...

Cast yard sculpture . Two mushrooms with frog at the base . as found in original patina of 50 plus years .

Antique Chinese large cork diorama depicting temple and garden scene.

A wonderful soapstone large, heavy carving of a tusked walrus by the indigenous inuit people who inhabit parts of the Arctic regions of Greenland, Canada, and Alaska. Signed on th...

Pair of 1950s carved horns with dragon motif on wood base. They are a definite statement piece.

Early Papua New Guinea Sepik tightly woven raffia mask from a talipun bride price currency. Areas of white, black and red pigments. Wonderful heart shaped face with open eyes and mouth. This mask or face would have been tied to a large shell which was the currency used...

A truly beautiful, wonderfully crafted, alluring female mask made for the Japanese Noh theatre. This mask is handcrafted and carved from natural wood and lacquer. Omi-Onna's (...

This captivating hand-crafted folk art hanging crescent moon, its unusual three-dimensional cratered form of very large proportions, with a central face, awake on one side, asleep on...

Set of four rustic Folk Art carved wood face mountain man. This is a wonderful example of Austrian carving. This can be used as a Wall decoration in y...

This is not merely lighting—it’s a luminous forest sculpture, suspended in time. Handcrafted from weathered tree branches sourced from the wild, this floor lamp exudes an organic vit...

Truly a majestic Benin Oba. Beautifully and finely hand carved in Ebony hardwood from the 1930's A piece of this quality and stature holds enormous presence...

A fantastic piece. Really quite unique. We have not seen another quite like it. Made from heavy wood and features real horns. Likely South or Central American or perhaps from Mexico. Has clear signs of use and age so we are estimating early to mid-20th century. Would make for a terrific addition to any folk or tribal mask collection...

Expressive traditional Mexican Judas figure crafted in papier-mâché and hand-painted in vibrant polychrome. The piece represents the iconic effigy associated with Holy Week celebrati...

Elevate your space with this striking vintage bronze statue of a Maasai warrior, crafted by Casa Padrino. Combining bold artistry with cultural reverence, it stands as a powerful cen...

Beautifully hand crafted solid wood totemic sculpture with detailed features highlighting its authentic presence. This unique piece meshes style and art into a eye catching and taste...

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

A pair beautiful hand carved and hand painted cherub angel Heads, found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany. Made by a woodcarver in the Oberammergau area, this area is well-know...

This charming American Folk Art paper mâché cat sculpture has a wonderful presence and personality. Its whimsical form, upright stance, and curled tai...

Wooden nutcrackers figure from the Erzgebirge. The region Erzgebirge formerly Eastern Germany is famous for this special kind of nutcrackers, where intricate carving has been their h...

Beautiful hand carved pair of musician cherub angels, found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany. We believe that this pieces are from the 1960s or older. A nice addition to any r...

Wood carving by California artist, Evelyn Ackerman, c.1964, USA. This plaque features five mounted horsemen. Dimensions  39" width x 1" depth x 9.25" height. Condition Good vintage...

This charming broach by Lea Stein Paris has charm to spare. The vibrant graphic design in red and black mottled rhodoid plastic is in the form of a playful Ladybug. Inscribed on th...

A handmade wooden Artist mannequin hand model - all joints move as they should. Found on an Estate sale in Vienna, Austria. Shows some minor wear - but looks beautiful on display! So...

Interesting wooden mid-century Folk-Art human form from the American east coast. Teaching model illustrating how to properly life a heavy item. Handmade from pine and chipboard with ...

Trio of Traditional Kokeshi Dolls by Masahiro Satomi (1948-1994), Japan Three traditional kokeshi dolls created and signed by Masahiro Satomi (1948-1994). They measure 14.5, 12 and 10.5 inches high. In good condition, with some shellac loss on head and body of large doll...

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

1960s Abstract Sculpture believed to be by Matthew Strumor is a medium-sized metal artwork from the Post-War period. This handmade sculpture features a geometric cubist design in the...

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...

This striking pair of Guatemalan skeletal figures—male and female representations of Santa Muerte—embody the reverent and complex relationship between death, protection, and healing ...

Early Papua New Guinea painted Maprik carved hard wood mask with long curved tongue. Mid-20th century, Provenance: ex Michael Hamson, CA with label on back. Classic Maprik colo...

This characterful hand-crafted folk art hanging sun, its unusual three-dimensional form of very large proportions, with a serene smiling face to one side, is a rare find. The hand pa...