Sculpture & Carvings

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Explore NOVICA's Sculpture & Carvings Collection. Discover realistic and abstract contemporary artworks by artisans from around the world. From handpainted Mexican Alebrijes to Peruvian Gemstone Obelisks and intricate, sustainable West African and Indonesian Animal Sculptures, all showcase the iconic visual representations of each artisan's regional culture. Whatever your taste - traditional, contemporary, or eclectic - we offer a unique collection of artisan sculptures and carvings.

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Featured Reviews

Wood statuette, 'Heart Bond'

Janet

Jun 18, 2017

Such beauty and grace

I got this as a gift for my mother after my father passed away. I wanted her to feel the love that still surrounded her. After she passed the next year, it was returned to me and now holds a special spot in our home.

Cool!

Great Fine Wood Working

Heart Sculpture

Wood sculpture, 'The Kiss'

BrightSun

Feb 20, 2017

A kiss to say, 'I love you'

Wayan, I'm back again to celebrate this beautiful sculpture that I gave to my sister and her husband. Unique in its expression of the kiss. My sister has overcome alcoholism, two bad marriages but now this long third marriage has overcome so many obstacles and throughout the years and they are still together. You, Wayan, are a master for expressing relationship. I so love your work. And your finishes are done so well. In addition, your use of black is so expressive with this piece: the eye flows up to the "The Kiss." Bravo.

Wood sculpture, 'Deep Thought'

Dorothy

May 5, 2021

Unusual wood sculpture

I love this small wood sculpture. The pensiveness of the subject and the abstracted body revealing an empty space where her heart should be is thought provoking. The wood is also a lovely shaded brown.

Thought and Meditation Sculpture

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Eka Wood carvings

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"I keep trying any potential possibilities--we'll never know the result if we never try."

Latest UpdateEka was born on August 11, 1978 in Tampaksiring Gianyar, a tranquil village in Bali that still has strong Balinese customs and cultures.... read more

Add A New Dimension to Your Decor: Collectible Sculpture

Sculpture can literally add a whole new dimension to your life. Three-dimensional sculpture has played an... read more

Mothers Are The Unsung Heroes – Gifts For Mother’s Day

Moms around the world filled countless roles this year. Overnight, they became homeschool teachers, primary... read more

Handcrafted Mother and Daughter Sculpture: The Bond Between Mother and Child

With Christmas quickly approaching, I turn to Novica, a well known site that connects artisans from around the... read more

Meaningful Wood Gifts for Every Occassion

Above almost all materials that people use to build with, wood surpasses them all. You do hear about various... read more

Inspired by Love. Rooted in Tradition. Ernestina’s Story

This February, were celebrating Black History Month by featuring artisans who inspire us with their work and... read more

Thai Woodcarver, Amporn: Keeping an Ancient Art Alive!

Nestled in the heart of Lanna (translated as “Land of a million rice fields'”) lies a small... read more

Surprising someone with a small gift

An unexpected gift has the power to brighten someone’s day and bring a smile to his or her face. There... read more

Jose Arriola: the art of crafting angels in the midst of war

His house is well-lighted because it is built around a small interior garden. His living room is adorned with... read more

Beauty in Isolation A powerful story from Mexico in honor of World Autism Day tomorrow

Alejandro de Esesarte remembers the day he mistakenly walked down the girls aisle at school and the brutal... read more

Adding ‘Natural Energy’ with the Handcrafted Gemstone Pyramid Paperweight Sculpture

Since moving to Hawai’i, we’ve been looking for ways to make our rental home a little more... read more

Show the bride some love with something extra special – A bridal gift guide

You have decided to gift the happy couple a fancy new kitchen gadget from their registry on the big day, but... read more

“Elephant Life Lessons” Charming Elephant Figurines

When I was younger, my mother had a little elephant figurine. She had it on her shelf, facing the door. When I... read more

Alebrije, A Recognized Mexican Art Form

Recently, Google got down with Mexican folk art. In celebration of Pedro Linares Lopezs 115th Birthday... read more

Alebrije Sculpture: An Awesome Artform!

It’s summertime! Dark skies, cold winds, and bare trees are behind us! Assuming that you love all things... read more

How one Mexican ornament maker spreads love during the holidays.

Heart of the Matter The rules are ancient, rooted in tradition. The wood must be cut only on the full moon... read more

How a Ghanaian ceramicist and jewelry-maker, Samuel Lovi, breathes life into clay.

The Feel of an Object Rustic and gorgeously raw, each one of Samuel Lovis ceramic sculptures conveys a mood... read more

Cruise Into The Perfect Holiday Gift with This Motorcycle Sculpture

The holidays are here and as shocking as it seems Christmas is just around the corner. I’m not one to... read more

Wood Carving In West Africa – With George Obeng

Meet George Obeng, a wood carver from Ghana. He tells us with unrestricted passion and emotion how he... read more

Erasmus Philip Ahorlu Wishes to Share His Success

As the year draws to a close, we asked West African woodcarver, Erasmus Philip Ahorlu, how he celebrated his... read more

Heartfelt Thanks From the Far Reaches of the World

The presents have been opened. The meal has been eaten. The sun has set on the holidays, and on a particularly... read more

How one Peruvian craftsman became a living legend of retablo art.

Mastery in Miniature In the 1980s, Alejandro Chavez was given a terrible choice: join the terrorist group... read more

Two Lucky Cat Figurines Are Better Than One

I’m not sure what it is about the start of a new year, but after the holiday decorations are put away... read more

Celebrating Mid-teen Milestones: Quinceaera and Sweet 16 Gifts

Our mid-teen years are some of the most important and exciting of our lives. For girls, it’s within... read more

The Art of Decorating: Mixing Home Decor from Around the World

There is no right or wrong way to decorate a home. Our homes are a reflection of who we are; therefore, they... read more

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History of Sculpture

Sculpture has arguably been one of the most important forms of documenting the human experience throughout history. Compared to other art forms, it is extremely universal - the act of using ones hands (and/or basic sculptural tools) to craft art has been found in most ancient civilizations, ranging from the Roman Empire to the Mayan and Inca empires in the Americas, as well as isolated tribes in Polynesia and deep in the Amazon jungle.