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Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

Vishnu Garuda on Naga Indonesian Carving, c. 1920
Vishnu Garuda on Naga Indonesian Carving, c. 1920

Vishnu Garuda on Naga Indonesian Carving, c. 1920

Located in Savannah, GA

An Indonesian wood carving depicting Vishnu Garuda on Naga, circa 1920s. 8 ½ inches wide by 5 ½ inches deep by 16 ½ inches tall Fair overall with damage to wings, beak and other lo...

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1920s Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Antique Rustic Indonesian River Wooden Fragment Sculpture or Decorative Bench
Antique Rustic Indonesian River Wooden Fragment Sculpture or Decorative Bench

Antique Rustic Indonesian River Wooden Fragment Sculpture or Decorative Bench

Located in Yonkers, NY

Perfect to be placed in a modern decor where it will bring a grand contrast with its lovely weathered appearance, this Indonesian wood carving will look wonderful placed against a wa...

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19th Century Indonesian Rustic Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Large Indonesian Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from Sumatra
Large Indonesian Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from Sumatra

Large Indonesian Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from Sumatra

Located in Yonkers, NY

A large antique hand carved tribal 19th century sculpture from the Batak People, northern Sumatra, called a Singa Singa with painted accents. Attracting our eye with its charismatic ...

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19th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Antique Toraja Wood Panel, Sulawesi, Indonesia, Polychrome Detail
Antique Toraja Wood Panel, Sulawesi, Indonesia, Polychrome Detail

Antique Toraja Wood Panel, Sulawesi, Indonesia, Polychrome Detail

By Asian Modern

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This intricately carved wooden panel originates from the Toraja people of South Sulawesi, Indonesia, renowned for their elaborate woodwork and rich ancestral traditions. Crafted by h...

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Early 1900s Indonesian Folk Art Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Fruitwood

Antique Toraja Wood Panel, Sulawesi, Indonesia, Polychrome Detail
Antique Toraja Wood Panel, Sulawesi, Indonesia, Polychrome Detail

Antique Toraja Wood Panel, Sulawesi, Indonesia, Polychrome Detail

By Asian Modern

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This intricately carved wooden panel originates from the Toraja people of South Sulawesi, Indonesia, renowned for their elaborate woodwork and rich ancestral traditions. Crafted by h...

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Early 1900s Indonesian Folk Art Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Fruitwood

Erotic Carved Wood Kris Hilt, Early 20th Century, Bali Indonesia
Erotic Carved Wood Kris Hilt, Early 20th Century, Bali Indonesia

Erotic Carved Wood Kris Hilt, Early 20th Century, Bali Indonesia

Located in Stamford, CT

Erotic kris hilt showing a naked smiling couple, the male figure supporting the female in an acrobatic upside down position exposing her genitals. Bali, Indonesia, circa 1900. This ...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Polychromed Wood Panel from Madura Island, Java, Indonesia, c. 1900
Polychromed Wood Panel from Madura Island, Java, Indonesia, c. 1900

Polychromed Wood Panel from Madura Island, Java, Indonesia, c. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This antique wooden panel from the island of Madura, Java is a striking example of regional decorative craftsmanship, richly adorned with polychrome-painted details. The composition ...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Hand-Carved Wood Timorese Tribal Panel Set, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Hand-Carved Wood Timorese Tribal Panel Set, Indonesia, Early 20th Century

Hand-Carved Wood Timorese Tribal Panel Set, Indonesia, Early 20th Century

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

These are early 20th century carved panels from Timor Island, they have been hand carved and feature a mix of human and animal figures. They also feature ceremonial tribal designs on...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Rare Large Antique Balinese Temple Hanging Lamak, Indonesia
Rare Large Antique Balinese Temple Hanging Lamak, Indonesia

Rare Large Antique Balinese Temple Hanging Lamak, Indonesia

Located in Atlanta, GA

An extraordinary "Kepeng Lamak" from Bali, Indonesia, circa early 20th century. Lamak is a general term for temple hangings, mostly made of disposable materials like palm leaves for ...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Copper

Huge Batak Rice Container with Original Lid, Indonesia, 19th Century
Huge Batak Rice Container with Original Lid, Indonesia, 19th Century

Huge Batak Rice Container with Original Lid, Indonesia, 19th Century

Located in Wien, AT

A large and highly sculptural Indonesian tribal storage vessel, hand-carved from a single tree trunk and retaining its original fitted wooden lid. According to an old collection insc...

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Late 19th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

A Singa Batak Toba an architectural decorative element , Indonesia
A Singa Batak Toba an architectural decorative element , Indonesia

A Singa Batak Toba an architectural decorative element , Indonesia

Located in PARIS, FR

Singa, Batak Toba Architectural Ornament, Sumatra Within the artistic corpus of the Batak Toba, a supernatural creature known as the singa plays a central protective role. This powe...

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1890s Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Early 20th Century Batak Carved Wooden Tribal Door, Sumatra, Indonesia
Early 20th Century Batak Carved Wooden Tribal Door, Sumatra, Indonesia

Early 20th Century Batak Carved Wooden Tribal Door, Sumatra, Indonesia

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A rice granary door from the Batak Tribes people of Lake Toba, central Sumatra., Indonesia c. 1900. It features a wonderful age-related patina, with strong wood textures and shades. ...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Early 20th Century Carved Wooden Door From Lampung Sumatra, Indonesia
Early 20th Century Carved Wooden Door From Lampung Sumatra, Indonesia

Early 20th Century Carved Wooden Door From Lampung Sumatra, Indonesia

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A rice granary door from the Lampung, Sumatra., Indonesia c. 1900. It features a wonderful age-related patina, with strong wood textures and shades. A unique sculptural object to bri...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Antique Indonesian Hand-Carved and Hand-Painted Temple Statue, 20th Century
Antique Indonesian Hand-Carved and Hand-Painted Temple Statue, 20th Century

Antique Indonesian Hand-Carved and Hand-Painted Temple Statue, 20th Century

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique temple statue carved and hand-painted in Indonesia in the early 20th century. This wooden statue shows an Indonesian dancing character. His dynamism is enhanced by his fly...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Hand-Carved Dragon Dayak Tribe Long House Panel, Indonesia, c. 1900
Hand-Carved Dragon Dayak Tribe Long House Panel, Indonesia, c. 1900

Hand-Carved Dragon Dayak Tribe Long House Panel, Indonesia, c. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This rare hand-carved wooden panel originates from a traditional Dayak long house in Borneo, Indonesia, and dates to around the early 1900s. Finely carved in relief, the elongated pa...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Striking Mentawai Tribal Door Panel Sacred Monkey Carving c. 1900
Striking Mentawai Tribal Door Panel Sacred Monkey Carving c. 1900

Striking Mentawai Tribal Door Panel Sacred Monkey Carving c. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This striking antique tribal door hails from the remote Mentawai Islands of Indonesia, an archipelago known for its rich animist traditions and deeply symbolic artistry. Carved from ...

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Early 1900s Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Striking Mentawai Tribal Door Panel Bilou Gibbon Carving c. 1900
Striking Mentawai Tribal Door Panel Bilou Gibbon Carving c. 1900

Striking Mentawai Tribal Door Panel Bilou Gibbon Carving c. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This striking antique door panel hails from the remote Mentawai Islands off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia. Expertly hand-carved from a single slab of aged tropical hardwood, the pi...

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Early 1900s Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Hand-Carved Backstrap with Floral Engravings from Madura, Java, Indonesia
Hand-Carved Backstrap with Floral Engravings from Madura, Java, Indonesia

Hand-Carved Backstrap with Floral Engravings from Madura, Java, Indonesia

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

Hand-carved from Wood this is a wonderful example of a Backstrap Loom, an essential component of Ikat textile weaving. The present Backsrap Loom comes from the Island of Madura, off ...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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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

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This exquisite antique wooden panel originates from the island of Madura, Java, Indonesia, and was once an architectural element of a traditional home. Entirely hand-carved by skille...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Large Antique Indonesian Balinese Javanese Carved Temple Deer Figure Sculpture
Large Antique Indonesian Balinese Javanese Carved Temple Deer Figure Sculpture

Large Antique Indonesian Balinese Javanese Carved Temple Deer Figure Sculpture

Located in Forney, TX

A rare and most charming authentic old Indonesian menjangan/kidang temple deer 19th century, Bali or Java, Sunda Indonesia islands, Southeast Asia Known as a menjangan or kidang de...

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19th Century Indonesian Folk Art Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood, Antler

Antique Batak Ancestral Figure, North Sumatra, Indonesia
Antique Batak Ancestral Figure, North Sumatra, Indonesia

Antique Batak Ancestral Figure, North Sumatra, Indonesia

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This striking ancestral figure is attributed to the Batak people of North Sumatra, one of Indonesia's most culturally rich regions, renowned for its powerful ritual sculpture and anc...

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1920s Balinese Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Hand-Carved Backstrap Loom with Tribal Engravings from Timor Island, Indonesia
Hand-Carved Backstrap Loom with Tribal Engravings from Timor Island, Indonesia

Hand-Carved Backstrap Loom with Tribal Engravings from Timor Island, Indonesia

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

Hand-carved from Iron Wood this is a wonderful example of a Backstrap Loom, an essential component of Ikat textile weaving. The Curved section would fit around the weavers back not o...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Large Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People, Sumatra
Large Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People, Sumatra

Large Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People, Sumatra

Located in Yonkers, NY

A large antique hand carved tribal carving from the Batak People, northern Sumatra, called a Singa Singa. Attracting our eye with its charismatic presence, this large hand carved scu...

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19th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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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

Located in Yonkers, NY

A antique hand carved tribal carving from the Batak People, northern Sumatra, called a Singa Singa with traces of green and yellow polychromy and nicely weathered appearance. Attract...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Large Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People, Sumatra
Large Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People, Sumatra

Large Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People, Sumatra

Located in Yonkers, NY

A large antique hand carved tribal sculpture from the Batak People, northern Sumatra, called a Singa Singa. Behold the striking allure of this large antique hand-carved Singa Singa, ...

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19th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Hand Carved Painted Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People, Sumatra
Hand Carved Painted Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People, Sumatra

Hand Carved Painted Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People, Sumatra

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique hand carved tribal shield from the Batak people, northern Sumatra, called a Singa Singa. This antique hand-carved tribal shield, known as a Singa Singa, from the Batak peo...

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19th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Large Hand Carved Batak Singa Singa Tribal Carving with Black and Red Paint
Large Hand Carved Batak Singa Singa Tribal Carving with Black and Red Paint

Large Hand Carved Batak Singa Singa Tribal Carving with Black and Red Paint

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique hand carved tribal 19th century sculpture from the Batak People, northern Sumatra, called a Singa Singa. Step into a world of tribal mystique with this striking 19th-centu...

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19th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Large Antique Teak Wood Container
Large Antique Teak Wood Container

Large Antique Teak Wood Container

Located in New York, NY

Solid teak wood container. Originally used for pounding rice. Great by a fire with logs stacked, by a pool with towels or for magazines. Multiple ideas that this one of a kind ancien...

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Early 1900s Indonesian Primitive Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood, Teak

3 Carved Wooden Ceremonial Masks from Nigeria, Africa and Indonesia  These are
3 Carved Wooden Ceremonial Masks from Nigeria, Africa and Indonesia  These are

3 Carved Wooden Ceremonial Masks from Nigeria, Africa and Indonesia These are

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

3 Carved Wooden Ceremonial Masks from Nigeria, Africa and Indonesia These are unusual pieces, they are all carved in wood and painted One is a Yorubastam Gelede from Nigeria, it da...

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19th Century Folk Art Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Petrified Wood Slab
Andrianna Shamaris Petrified Wood Slab

Andrianna Shamaris Petrified Wood Slab

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful petrified wood black and white toned slab. This can also be used to elevate a wooden side table by placing it on top. As with a diamond, we polish the highest quality fo...

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15th Century and Earlier Indonesian Organic Modern Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Original Teak Wood Rice Pounder

Andrianna Shamaris Original Teak Wood Rice Pounder

Located in New York, NY

This antique teak wood bowl was originally used to pound rice. We added the shell inlay. This bowl was sourced in the spirit of wabi-sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty can be f...

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Early 1900s Indonesian Primitive Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Shell, Wood, Teak

Javanese Birdman Walking Stick from Wood, C. 1900
Javanese Birdman Walking Stick from Wood, C. 1900

Javanese Birdman Walking Stick from Wood, C. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This hand-crafted walking stick originates from the island of Java, Indonesia around the turn of the 19th Century. It features hand-carved detailing of a male figure with an extraord...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Toraja Hand-Carved Buffalo Door Panel, Jackfruit Wood, Early 20th C.
Toraja Hand-Carved Buffalo Door Panel, Jackfruit Wood, Early 20th C.

Toraja Hand-Carved Buffalo Door Panel, Jackfruit Wood, Early 20th C.

Located in New York, NY

The Toraja people, in the Indonesian island of Sulawesi, use intricately carved wood doors to close their granaries, or to honor their dead ancestors in their final resting place. Th...

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Early 1900s Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Fruitwood

Antique Javanese Teak Wood Panel Wayang Mythology c. 1920
Antique Javanese Teak Wood Panel Wayang Mythology c. 1920

Antique Javanese Teak Wood Panel Wayang Mythology c. 1920

By Asian Modern

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This exquisite antique teak wood panel hails from the culturally rich island of Java, Indonesia, and features a meticulously hand-carved and hand-painted depiction of a Wayang scene ...

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1920s Indonesian Folk Art Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Teak, Paint

Andrianna Shamaris Teak Wood Shell Inlaid Art Object, 25-Inch Diameter
Andrianna Shamaris Teak Wood Shell Inlaid Art Object, 25-Inch Diameter

Andrianna Shamaris Teak Wood Shell Inlaid Art Object, 25-Inch Diameter

Located in New York, NY

The top of an original rice pounder is repurposed into this impressive art piece. Handcut pieces of mother of pearl shell are carefully tightly inlaid into the teak wood. Great as an...

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15th Century and Earlier Indonesian Organic Modern Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Shell, Wood, Teak

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

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This tribal panel originates from the Batak tribe of Sumatra. The Batak are known for the elaborate decoration of their buildings and these decorative panel additions would have been...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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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

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This tribal panel originates from the Batak tribe of Sumatra. The Batak are known for the elaborate decoration of their buildings and these decorative panel additions would have been...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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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

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This tribal panel originates from the Batak tribe of Sumatra. The Batak are known for the elaborate decoration of their buildings and these decorative panel additions would have been...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

ANTIQUE DAYAK SHAMAN FERTILITY SCULPTURE STATUE IRON WOOD KALIMANTAN BORNEO 94cm
ANTIQUE DAYAK SHAMAN FERTILITY SCULPTURE STATUE IRON WOOD KALIMANTAN BORNEO 94cm

ANTIQUE DAYAK SHAMAN FERTILITY SCULPTURE STATUE IRON WOOD KALIMANTAN BORNEO 94cm

Located in Reutlingen, DE

As beautiful as rare, antique Fertility Fetish Statue from South Kalimantan (Indonesia / Borneo), carved from hardwood. Over 100 years old. This Dayak magic figure, carved from...

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Late 19th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Hardwood

Antique Toraja Carved Panel on Stand
Antique Toraja Carved Panel on Stand

Antique Toraja Carved Panel on Stand

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Originally part of a traditional Toraja lumbung, or rice house, in the highlands of Sulawesi, Indonesia, this antique carved panel embodies the rich visual language and craftsmanship...

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19th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Antique Toraja Carved Panel on Stand
Antique Toraja Carved Panel on Stand

Antique Toraja Carved Panel on Stand

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Originally part of a traditional Toraja lumbung, or rice house, in the highlands of Sulawesi, Indonesia, this antique carved panel embodies the rich visual language and craftsmanship...

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19th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Steel

Antique Hand Carved Wooden Panel
Antique Hand Carved Wooden Panel

Antique Hand Carved Wooden Panel

Located in New York, NY

Ancient hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes both the protection of the home and courage. Originally used as an exterior panel. Beautiful art piece. ...

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1890s Indonesian Primitive Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Yin and Yang Antique Door
Yin and Yang Antique Door

Yin and Yang Antique Door

Located in New York, NY

Impressive teak wood doors with original hardware. This beautiful door could also be made into a coffee table, used as a head board or hung as a piece of art. The circle meaning is t...

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Early 1900s Indonesian Minimalist Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Metal

Antique Asian Carved Wooden Triangular Fragment Depicting a Falling Figure
Antique Asian Carved Wooden Triangular Fragment Depicting a Falling Figure

Antique Asian Carved Wooden Triangular Fragment Depicting a Falling Figure

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique carved wooden triangular architectural fragment from the 19th century, with falling figure. Hand-carved with meticulous attention to detail, this antique Asian wooden arch...

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19th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Antique Teak Fence Column from Java, Mounted on Metal Stand c.1900
Antique Teak Fence Column from Java, Mounted on Metal Stand c.1900

Antique Teak Fence Column from Java, Mounted on Metal Stand c.1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This striking artifact is an antique teak fence column from Java, Indonesia, once part of a traditional cow pen enclosure. Hand-hewn from dense, old-growth teak wood, the column now ...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Double-Sided Carved Wooden Blawong Board from Java, circa 1920s-1950s
Double-Sided Carved Wooden Blawong Board from Java, circa 1920s-1950s

Double-Sided Carved Wooden Blawong Board from Java, circa 1920s-1950s

Located in London, GB

Double-sided carved wooden blawong board from Java, Indonesia (circa 1920s-1950s). Blawong boards were used to hold a pair of Keris daggers. They were fixed near the entrance of the ...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Hand-Carved Batak Singa Singa Tribal Sculpture, Sumatra, Antique Decor Accent
Hand-Carved Batak Singa Singa Tribal Sculpture, Sumatra, Antique Decor Accent

Hand-Carved Batak Singa Singa Tribal Sculpture, Sumatra, Antique Decor Accent

Located in Yonkers, NY

A antique hand carved tribal sculpture from the Batak People, northern Sumatra, called a Singa Singa. This antique hand-carved tribal sculpture from the Batak People of Northern Suma...

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19th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Singa Guardian Sculpture from the Batak Tribe of Sumatra, Early 20th Century
Singa Guardian Sculpture from the Batak Tribe of Sumatra, Early 20th Century

Singa Guardian Sculpture from the Batak Tribe of Sumatra, Early 20th Century

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A Batak Tribe “Singa” from the Indonesian island of Sumatra. This mythical lion figure was used as a protective architectural element on the corner of a traditional Batak house. It f...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Singa Guardian Sculpture from the Batak Tribe of Sumatra, Early 20th Century
Singa Guardian Sculpture from the Batak Tribe of Sumatra, Early 20th Century

Singa Guardian Sculpture from the Batak Tribe of Sumatra, Early 20th Century

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A Batak Tribe “Singa” from the Indonesian island of Sumatra. This mythical lion figure was used as a protective architectural element on the corner of a traditional Batak house. It f...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Pair of Antique Singa Sculptures, Batak Tribe Sumatra, Early 20th Century
Pair of Antique Singa Sculptures, Batak Tribe Sumatra, Early 20th Century

Pair of Antique Singa Sculptures, Batak Tribe Sumatra, Early 20th Century

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

Mounted on custom black-painted metal stands, this striking pair of antique Singa sculptures originates from the Batak tribe of Sumatra. Each piece is carved from a single block of w...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Pair of Antique Singa Sculptures, Batak Tribe Sumatra, Early 20th Century
Pair of Antique Singa Sculptures, Batak Tribe Sumatra, Early 20th Century

Pair of Antique Singa Sculptures, Batak Tribe Sumatra, Early 20th Century

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

Mounted on custom black-painted metal stands, this striking pair of antique Singa sculptures originates from the Batak tribe of Sumatra. Each piece is carved from a single block of w...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Life-Sized Dayak Tribe Female "Hampatong" Guardian, Borneo, Early 20th Century
Life-Sized Dayak Tribe Female "Hampatong" Guardian, Borneo, Early 20th Century

Life-Sized Dayak Tribe Female "Hampatong" Guardian, Borneo, Early 20th Century

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

‘Hampatong’ is the term used for ancestors and protective figures made of hard ‘iron wood’, which the Dayak of Borneo would position infront of their houses as guardians. This early ...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

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Indonésie - Grande Paire de statues Panthères Noires en bois peint
Indonésie - Grande Paire de statues Panthères Noires en bois peint

Indonésie - Grande Paire de statues Panthères Noires en bois peint

By Artistic Carving Company

Located in TOULON, FR

Indonésie début 20 ème siècle Importante paire de panthères Sculptures décoratives, presque grandeur nature, en bois sculpté et laqué noir, représentant deux panthères la gueule ouve...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Indonesian Ceremonial Performance Mask, 19th Century
Indonesian Ceremonial Performance Mask, 19th Century

Indonesian Ceremonial Performance Mask, 19th Century

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Indonesian ceremonial mask. Age: 19th century Size: 15 x11x 14.5cm ( 6 x 4.3 x 5.7inch ) Weight: 314g ( 0.7lb ) Material: wood with paint Good condition, some abrasions as yo...

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19th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Antique Plow Sculpture from Indonesia, 19th Century
Antique Plow Sculpture from Indonesia, 19th Century

Antique Plow Sculpture from Indonesia, 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

A hand carved wood plow sculpture from Indonesia, mounted on a black metal stand. Very good condition. Wear consistent with age and use, circa 1880.

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1880s Indonesian Other Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

19th Century Indonesian Hand Carved Architectural Fragment with Mythical Figures
19th Century Indonesian Hand Carved Architectural Fragment with Mythical Figures

19th Century Indonesian Hand Carved Architectural Fragment with Mythical Figures

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Indonesian architectural hand carved wooden fragment from the 19th century, with mythical figures and triangular shape. Created in Indonesia during the 19th century, this ...

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19th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Indonesian Carved Wooden Long-Necked Bird Sculpture, Late 19th–Early 20th C.
Indonesian Carved Wooden Long-Necked Bird Sculpture, Late 19th–Early 20th C.

Indonesian Carved Wooden Long-Necked Bird Sculpture, Late 19th–Early 20th C.

Located in New York, NY

A beautifully carved wooden bird sculpture, likely from Indonesia, depicting a graceful long-necked wading bird with an elegantly curved neck, elongated beak, and stylized folded win...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood, Lacquer

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

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

Located in Yonkers, NY

A antique hand carved tribal carving from the Batak People, northern Sumatra, called a Singa Singa. Attracting our eye with its charismatic presence, this antique hand-carved tribal ...

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19th Century Indonesian Folk Art Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Large Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People, Sumatra
Large Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People, Sumatra

Large Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People, Sumatra

Located in Yonkers, NY

A large antique hand carved tribal carving from the Batak people, northern Sumatra, called a Singa Singa. Attracting our eye with its charismatic presence, this large hand carved scu...

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19th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Large Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People, Sumatra
Large Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People, Sumatra

Large Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People, Sumatra

Located in Yonkers, NY

A large antique hand carved tribal sculpture from the Batak People, northern Sumatra, called a Singa Singa. Attracting our eye with its charismatic presence, this large hand carved s...

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19th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Antique Teak Wood Rice Pounder
Antique Teak Wood Rice Pounder

Antique Teak Wood Rice Pounder

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H 10 in W 50 in D 25 in

Antique Teak Wood Rice Pounder

Located in New York, NY

Solid teak wood container. Originally used for pounding rice. Great by a fire with logs stacked or by a pool with white towels or for magazines. Multiple ideas that this wonderful ob...

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Early 1900s Indonesian Primitive Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood, Teak

Ancestor grave marker tautau Wood carving from Indonesia C1900
Ancestor grave marker tautau Wood carving from Indonesia C1900

Ancestor grave marker tautau Wood carving from Indonesia C1900

Located in Bakewell, GB

Ancestor grave marker tautau Wood carving from Indonesia c 1900 Dimensions 60cms high 19cms wide

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19th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma - OriginalBuddhas
Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma - OriginalBuddhas

Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma - OriginalBuddhas

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue is a refined 19th century miniature example of Shan (Tai Yai) style craftsmanship, originating from Burma (Myanmar). Standing 13.8 cm high a...

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19th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Pair antique wooden Burmese temple doors from Burma - OriginalBuddhas
Pair antique wooden Burmese temple doors from Burma - OriginalBuddhas

Pair antique wooden Burmese temple doors from Burma - OriginalBuddhas

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This impressive pair of antique wooden Burmese temple doors is a fine 19th century example of traditional Burmese temple architecture, originating from Burma (Myanmar). Each door sta...

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19th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Hand-Carved Panel

Andrianna Shamaris Hand-Carved Panel

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H 25 in W 28.5 in D 2 in

Andrianna Shamaris Hand-Carved Panel

Located in New York, NY

Andrianna Shamaris hand-carved architectural panel from Toraja. The carving symbolizes peace and happiness. Originally used as an exterior panel. Andrianna Shamaris, Inc. The Leader...

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1890s Indonesian Primitive Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Vintage Carved Ironwood Panel with Floral Motif, Borneo, Mid-20th Century
Vintage Carved Ironwood Panel with Floral Motif, Borneo, Mid-20th Century

Vintage Carved Ironwood Panel with Floral Motif, Borneo, Mid-20th Century

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Carved ironwood panel with floral motif. Borneo, mid-20th century. This beautifully eroded decorative panel incorporates a floral motif and comes from a Dayak longhouse in Borneo. Di...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Antique Carved Wooden Tribal Mask with Original Painting
Antique Carved Wooden Tribal Mask with Original Painting

Antique Carved Wooden Tribal Mask with Original Painting

Located in Hamburg, DE

Ancient tribal art mask for ritual use. With cut-outs for eyes, nose and mouth. With original polychrome painting. The mask only covers half of the face, instead of a mouth you can s...

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Early 19th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Antique Indonesian Polychrome Temple Carving with Raised Rinceaux Frieze
Antique Indonesian Polychrome Temple Carving with Raised Rinceaux Frieze

Antique Indonesian Polychrome Temple Carving with Raised Rinceaux Frieze

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Indonesian carved architectural fragment from a temple, with raised floral motifs. Created in Indonesia for a temple decor, this horizontal architectural panel features a ...

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19th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Antique Javanese Teakwood Cabinet with Detailed Carvings, Early 20th Century
Antique Javanese Teakwood Cabinet with Detailed Carvings, Early 20th Century

Antique Javanese Teakwood Cabinet with Detailed Carvings, Early 20th Century

Located in Yonkers, NY

An early 20th century cabinet with detailed carved teak wood from Java, Indonesia. This cabinet adopts a rectangular shape with carved molding on its top and bottom.

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Teak, Wood

Crocodile Panel carving from Toraja House, Sulawesi, Indonesia, c. 1900
Crocodile Panel carving from Toraja House, Sulawesi, Indonesia, c. 1900

Crocodile Panel carving from Toraja House, Sulawesi, Indonesia, c. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This crocodile is a decorative panel carved from Uru wood. It would have occupied the exterior of a traditional Torajan ancestral house. It serves the purpose of providing protection...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Large Indonesian Hand Carved Batak Singa Singa Tribal Carving from Sumatra
Large Indonesian Hand Carved Batak Singa Singa Tribal Carving from Sumatra

Large Indonesian Hand Carved Batak Singa Singa Tribal Carving from Sumatra

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique hand carved tribal 19th century sculpture from the Batak People, northern Sumatra, called a Singa Singa. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the Batak People...

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19th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Wood Guardian Figure on a Stand with Shell Inlaid Eyes Timor, Indonesia, c. 1900
Wood Guardian Figure on a Stand with Shell Inlaid Eyes Timor, Indonesia, c. 1900

Wood Guardian Figure on a Stand with Shell Inlaid Eyes Timor, Indonesia, c. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A timorese carved sculpture of a female figure by the Atoni Tribe of Timor. A visibly old carving it was carved with a beautiful natural patina effect. This statue was originally use...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Indonesian Ceremonial Performance Mask, 19th Century
Indonesian Ceremonial Performance Mask, 19th Century

Indonesian Ceremonial Performance Mask, 19th Century

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Indonesian ceremonial mask. Age: 19th century Size: 18.5 x8x 13.5cm cm ( 7.3 x 3 x 5.3inch ) Weight: 130g ( 0.3lb ) Material: wood with paint Good condition, some abrasions ...

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19th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Tribal Architectural Column From Nias Island, Indonesia, c.1900
Tribal Architectural Column From Nias Island, Indonesia, c.1900

Tribal Architectural Column From Nias Island, Indonesia, c.1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A tribal architectural column crafted from a single hardwood block from Nias Island, Indonesia. Nias is home to one of Indonesian most vibrant and warrior cultures. The present colum...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Early 19th Century Indonesian Architectural Transom Panel with Carved Foliage
Early 19th Century Indonesian Architectural Transom Panel with Carved Foliage

Early 19th Century Indonesian Architectural Transom Panel with Carved Foliage

Located in Yonkers, NY

An Indonesian carved wooden panel from the early 19th century, with scrolling foliage and date in cartouche. Crafted in Indonesia during the first quarter of the 19th century, this a...

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Early 19th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Papua New Guinea Irian Jaya Indonesia Asmat Carved Wood Shield, 19th Century
Papua New Guinea Irian Jaya Indonesia Asmat Carved Wood Shield, 19th Century

Papua New Guinea Irian Jaya Indonesia Asmat Carved Wood Shield, 19th Century

Located in Studio City, CA

An incredible work by the Asmat people, a tribal people of New Guinea who currently reside in the Papua province of Indonesia. The Asmat peoples are one of the most well-known woodca...

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19th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Indonesian  Hand Carved Kris or 'Keris' Hilt of a Dagger
Indonesian  Hand Carved Kris or 'Keris' Hilt of a Dagger

Indonesian Hand Carved Kris or 'Keris' Hilt of a Dagger

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The hilt/handle of this kris (Keris) is meticulously hand carved. This particular Indonesian kris is of Royal quality. The handle is custom mounted on a museum style wood block.

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Mid-19th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Early 20th Century Batak Carved Wooden Tribal Door, Sumatra, Indonesia
Early 20th Century Batak Carved Wooden Tribal Door, Sumatra, Indonesia

Early 20th Century Batak Carved Wooden Tribal Door, Sumatra, Indonesia

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This rice granary door features a carved lizard and is from the Batak Tribe, from Lake Toba, central Sumatra. The lizard symbolises earth fertility amid Batak belief, responsible for...

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Antique Indonesian Wood 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

Located in New York, NY

Two articulating Indonesian figures from Lumbock, near Bali, early 20th century, man and woman. Arms, legs and head move. Carved wood, paint and animal hair.

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Early 20th Century Balinese Primitive Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

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

Base from Bali in Carved Wood

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H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 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 Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Antique Carved and Painted Wood Architectural Frieze Panel
Antique Carved and Painted Wood Architectural Frieze Panel

Antique Carved and Painted Wood Architectural Frieze Panel

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Indonesian hand-carved wood architectural frieze dating to circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Wood

Decorative Lombok Bird Cage
Decorative Lombok Bird Cage

Decorative Lombok Bird Cage

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H 12 in W 18 in D 12 in

Decorative Lombok Bird Cage

Located in New York, NY

A decoratively carved wooden bird cage from Lombok, Indonesia. Twin cages with carved dragons and riders on top and floral carvings throughout.

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

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Bog Wood

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Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique Indonesian wood carvings for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique Indonesian wood carvings was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and reclaimed wood. Antique Indonesian wood carvings have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Folk Art and Modern antique Indonesian wood carvings are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made antique Indonesian wood carvings over the years, but those made by Andrianna Shamaris are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings?

Antique Indonesian wood carvings can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,664, while the lowest priced sells for $156 and the highest can go for as much as $12,000.

Finding the Right Sculptures-carvings for You

Asian sculptors have worked in materials including wood, bronze and jade. Artists and artisans have used traditional techniques to depict deities, scenes from culture and more, and today, antique Asian sculptures and carvings are a popular choice for provocative and sophisticated home decor.

In China, the Qing dynasty, from the mid-17th century to the early 20th century, brought about significant changes in art while preserving traditional culture. Many emperors during this period were patrons of the arts, such as painting, calligraphy and decorative arts. This era saw the building of new Buddhist temples, which were decorated with statues. Some of these sculptures were adorned with colorful cloisonné decoration, in which tiny compartments, or cloisons, made by soldering copper filaments to a metal surface were filled with vibrantly hued enamel.

From the 17th to mid-19th century in Japan, kimonos were worn across classes and often fastened with a netsuke, a type of small carved toggle. Artists carved these from ivory, wood, shells and coral, creating animals, flowers and mythical creatures. During the Japanese Meiji period, spanning from 1868–1912, the country began trading internationally after centuries of isolation, allowing artists to sell their work overseas. Bronze sculpture flourished around this time for creating teapots, vases and incense burners.

Asian sculpture continued to evolve in the 20th century. During the Japanese Shōwa era, from 1926–89, art was influenced by international modernist movements like abstraction, Futurism and Surrealism. Contemporary Asian sculptures and carvings continue to combine global influences and a rich heritage of technique.

Decorating a space with Asian sculptures and carvings is a great way to add interest to any corner of your home. Explore by material, period or style on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Indonesian Wood Carvings

  • 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.