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This rare vintage figural chess set is a complete set hand-carved from solid olive wood in Israel. The set includes 32 figures, with each piece featuring a sculptural design in light wood versus dark wood. Made in 1973, this unique chess set is a true collectible for enthusiasts of vintage games and toys. The craftsmanship and origin of this set make it a special addition to any chess collection.

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This vintage large wooden swan sculpture with a brass beak is a striking piece of mid-century modern art. Vintage Dolbi Cashier Brass and Wood Swan Standing at 17 inches tall, this nature-themed statue showcases intricate carving details of a bird, making it a unique and eye-catching addition to any art collection. The original sculpture captures the essence of art and animals with its timeless design, perfect for those who appreciate nature and artistic craftsmanship.

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The product is an antique wooden pediment with intricate woodcarving of black bears and cardinals. It features hand-painted details and is signed by the artist. This piece is made from wood and has a salvage aspect to it, adding to its unique and historical charm. Perfect for adding a touch of rustic elegance to any space, this antique original piece is a beautiful addition to any collection or architectural design project. Nice hand carved decoration pediment border around the doorway. If you have any questions shoot me a message thanks! Has one small chip as shown in the photos does not affect The function of it. It could be touched up with a little bit of stain. Awesome piece of carving would look great around a doorway in a cabin. The top piece is 48 inches wide. The two side pieces are 81 inches tall.

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Stunning Vintage Fisherman sculpture by famed Njana Tilem Gallery of. Njana Tilem is a grandson of one of the most famous and greatest pioneers of Bali wood carving, Ida Bagus Njana from the 1930s. Beautifully and richly carved refined sculpture – a collectors item. Stands approximately 15 3/4 inches tall. Gorgeous 2 tone color wood. Overall great condition, but needs repair to net, or left as is.

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Wonderful pair of vintage hand-carved Wood Spirit / forest spirit face sculpture wall hangings, carved directly into naturally shaped pieces of wood. Each carving incorporates the original shape, grain, bark and irregularities of the wood into the character’s face, beard and head, giving each piece a completely individual appearance. Both are marked Kelly. Wonderfully expressive elongated faces with deeply carved eyes, noses, mouths and flowing beard details. Approximate longest piece: 11″- 12″. Both are pre-owned vintage folk-art pieces and retain the natural characteristics of the wood, including irregular edges, grain, knots, checking/splits and surface variation. These characteristics are part of the rustic carving and should be carefully reviewed in the photographs. You will receive the exact TWO carvings pictured. Excellent pieces for a rustic cabin, lodge, woodland collection, folk-art collection, fantasy décor, tree-spirit collection or unusual wall display.

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This is not a wall mounted mask. This is a solid wood almost in the round except it has an indented back. It’s in excellent condition. This comes from the Ainu people native to the island of Hokkaido in Japan likely date to the 1960s approximately 8″ x 8″ x 6.

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Striking and unusual Continental European carved hardwood figural sculpture, depicting an embracing young couple confronted by the skeletal figure of Death. The dramatic composition belongs to the centuries-old European Memento Mori / Death and the Maiden / Danse Macabre tradition, in which Death serves as a reminder of the transience of youth, beauty, love and earthly life. The sculpture is impressively carved in the round, with extensive detail and undercutting. Death is rendered as an emaciated skeletal figure with exposed ribs and elongated limbs, dramatically intertwined with the two embracing figures. Particularly appealing details include the expressive faces, individually carved fingers and toes, folds of clothing, hair and skeletal anatomy. The warm-toned hardwood displays an attractive aged surface and patina. The sculpture is unsigned as far as we can determine. Origin: Continental European, possibly German/Austrian. Date: Probably late 19th to early 20th century. Subject: Memento Mori / Death and the Lovers / Death and the Maiden. Height: Approximately 16 inches. Condition: Good antique condition with age-appropriate surface wear, marks and variations to the wood. Please examine all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the condition description. An exceptionally decorative and thought-provoking sculpture and an unusual addition to a collection of Memento Mori, Vanitas, Gothic, macabre, religious or European carved works of art. Please note: The precise country, date and identity of the carver are unknown; the attribution and dating above are based on stylistic characteristics.

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Artist: Sven Gunnarsson (Sweden Workshop). Character: “Kolingen” (Famous satirical bohemian character created by artist Albert Engström). Style: High-tier Scandinavian Flat-Plane / Caricature Whittling. Material: Hand-Carved Solid Wood. Era: Mid-to-Late 20th Century. Country of Origin: Sweden. Up for sale is an exceptional and highly collectible piece of traditional Swedish folk art. This masterfully executed flat-plane wood carving is by the renowned Swedish master carver Sven Gunnarsson, depicting “Kolingen” -the legendary, witty hobo character created by famous Swedish cartoonist Albert Engström. The character design features magnificent, sharp geometric facet cuts that give life to the clothing folds and expressive facial structure. The figurine is brilliantly hand-painted with signature details, including clean white pinstriped trousers, a long formal coat tail, and Kolingen’s classic crumpled top hat. The underside features the textbook signature finish of a genuine Sven Gunnarsson premium collectible: raw, flat-sanded unpainted wood framed neatly by a thick, dark hand-painted perimeter border. While unsigned by hand, the precise execution, face design, and exact shoe-base craftsmanship guarantee its workshop authenticity. Excellent Vintage Condition: The original paint remains incredibly crisp and vibrant with excellent color saturation. Details: The white pinstriping on the trousers is perfectly intact and sharp. Structure: No chips, hairline cracks, structural splits, or past restorations. The wood edges along the facets remain beautifully clean and sharp. The raw wood soles show beautiful, natural age coloration. Please see all high-definition photos for precise details on dimensions and condition.

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This stunning piece of European folk art showcases the incredible skill of Italian master woodcarvers and makes a premier addition to any serious ANRI collection. Brand / Maker: ANRI. Origin: Val Gardena, South Tyrol, Italy. Subject: Dancing Folk Couple. Base Dimensions: 7 inches x 4 inches. Weight: 1 lb 7 oz. This carving is in excellent vintage condition. It is completely free of any chips, cracks, breaks, or repairs. The hand-painted detailing remains vibrant, and the wood retains its beautiful original luster. The underside of the base retains both of its original gold foil authentication labels. “Trade Mark ANRI Made in Italy” gold tag. “South Tyrolean Art Handcarved Wood” gold tag. ## History of ANRI & Age of the Piece. Founded by Alois Riffeser in 1912 in the Val Gardena region of the Italian Alps (South Tyrol), the ANRI workshop became world-renowned for producing the finest hand-carved wooden sculptures. They employed master carvers who used traditional, centuries-old chiseled techniques, leaving behind distinctive “faceted” tool marks that give each piece unique texture and character. Based on the specific design style, subject matter, and the style of the dual gold foil labels, this particular dancing couple piece dates back to the mid-century period, likely the 1960s to 1970s. During this era, ANRI heavily celebrated Alpine folk culture, creating larger, highly detailed 10-inch showcase pieces like this.

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