symbolic sculpture (22 items)
Blossoming Elephant
Wood sculpture
Blossoming Elephant, Wood sculpture
Jaifah Aksornsri
Wearing a cloak of pretty flowers, this elephant stands as a proud symbol of Thailand's cultural legacy. Jaifah Aksornsri carves the sculpture by hand from rain tree wood with sublime detail. The... read more$214.99Artist: Jaifah Aksornsri
Kalaho Peace Bird
World Peace Project African Peace Sculpture
Kalaho Peace Bird, World Peace Project African Peace Sculpture
Salihu Ibrahim
Much respected by the Senufo from northern Cote d'Ivoire, the graceful kalaho stands as a symbol of peace and good fortune if he is seen, for these shy birds avoid humans. Salihu Ibrahim carves the... read more$469.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Eternal Devotion
Hand Made Kadam Wood Sculpture
Eternal Devotion, Hand Made Kadam Wood Sculpture
Motilal and Ayush
Designed to portray the divine love between Hindu god and goddess Krishna and Radha, this stunning sculpture is presented by Motilal & Ayush. Indian artisans use local kadam wood to create the... read more$299.99Artist: Motilal and Ayush
Pillar of Peace
World Peace Project Wood Sculpture Hand-Carved in Bali
Pillar of Peace, World Peace Project Wood Sculpture Hand-Carved in Bali
Nyoman Sudiana
Give peace a chance with this breathtaking suar wood sculpture by Balinese artisan Nyoman Sudiana. "To achieve peace, there are several things that must be created, namely the availability of... read more$319.99Artist: Nyoman Sudiana
Buddha Majesty
Hand-Carved Mango Wood Buddha Relief Sculpture from India
Buddha Majesty, Hand-Carved Mango Wood Buddha Relief Sculpture from India
Alka Jain
Seated atop a giant lotus flower, the magnificent Buddha meditates as he prays for peace. Alka Jain designs this sculpture, and local Indian artisans diligently carve it by hand from mango wood.... read more$437.99Artist: Alka Jain
Riding Horse
Handmade Wood Horse Statuette from Thailand
Riding Horse, Handmade Wood Horse Statuette from Thailand
Jaifah Aksornsri
This lovely dressed horse is created in Thailand by Jaifah Aksornsri using techniques passed down to her through generations of family. The wonderful statuette is handcrafted from lacquered wood and... read more$404.99Artist: Jaifah Aksornsri
Four Faces
Artisan Crafted Wood Throne Ottoman
Four Faces, Artisan Crafted Wood Throne Ottoman
Chief Carver Nana Frimpong
Nana Frimpong describes this piece as a family throne, the four faces carved on the pedestal symbolizing love and unity. Representing the designs of the Ashanti royalty of Ghana, the carving is hewn... read more$209.99Artist: Chief Carver Nana Frimpong
Peaceful Paradise
World Peace Project Wood Sculpture Handmade in India
Peaceful Paradise, World Peace Project Wood Sculpture Handmade in India
Chander Kant
Peacocks, sparrows and cranes agree to live in peace and order, protected by their own solidarity and sheltered by the vines of nature against the chaos of the outer world. Portraying a harmonious... read more$289.99Artist: Chander Kant
Maya Lord of Calakmul
Jade mask
Maya Lord of Calakmul, Jade mask
Ruben and Gilda Perez
Deep in the rainforest of Campeche in southern Mexico lies the ancient Maya city of Calakmul. Its symbol was a serpent. By Ruben and Gilda Perez, this elegant sculpture reproduces a mask depicting the... read more$299.99$239.99Artist: Ruben and Gilda Perez
Saraswati
Hindu Goddess Themed Carved Wood Relief Panel
Saraswati, Hindu Goddess Themed Carved Wood Relief Panel
Ketut Sandi
In this incredibly detailed wood relief panel from Bali's Ketut Sandi, the four-armed Hindu goddess Saraswati reigns supreme. The beautifully hand-carved wall sculpture depicts Saraswati surrounded by... read more$367.99Artist: Ketut Sandi
Rama and Sita's Romance
Handcrafted Traditional Rama and Sita Suar Wood Sculpture
Rama and Sita's Romance, Handcrafted Traditional Rama and Sita Suar Wood Sculpture
Wayan Nuliati
Love finds its way even in the darkest times, as Rama and Sita experience in the ancient saga of the Ramayana. Born blessed by the gods, Rama and Sita have been made for each other since the beginning... read more$439.99Artist: Wayan Nuliati
Ganesha's Blessing II
Artisan Crafted Religious Wood Sculpture
Ganesha's Blessing II, Artisan Crafted Religious Wood Sculpture
Suresh and Devender Garg
From Suresh and Devender Garg, this finely detailed sculpture honors Lord Ganesha. The beloved man-elephant, Ganesha is the son of Shiva and Durga, and has the power to keep under control the occult... read more$249.99Artist: Suresh and Devender Garg
Gye Nyame and Egyptian Woman
Wood djembe drum
Gye Nyame and Egyptian Woman, Wood djembe drum
Ernestina Oppong Asante
Imposing, this djembe drum by Ernestina Oppong possesses the power of ancient rhythms as two traditional Adinkra (Ghanaian symbols) are skillfully elaborated on a wooden base. Like a rotating blade... read more$369.99Artist: Ernestina Oppong Asante
Osubum
Hand Crafted Wood Mask
Osubum, Hand Crafted Wood Mask
Eric Darko
Osubum is a very popular festival celebrated in the eastern part of Ghana. This mask is one of the many pieces donned by celebrants during the festival. Eric Darko carefully adorns the head with a... read more$204.99Artist: Eric Darko
Ganesha Sacred Elephant-Man
Wood statuette
Ganesha Sacred Elephant-Man, Wood statuette
Wayan Rendah
Ganesha sits on a lotus throne – a symbol of divinity. Carved by hand from suar wood, the Beloved Lord of Wisdom holds an axe and a lash to defend mankind from evil. Wayan Rendah portrays the beloved... read more$417.99Artist: Wayan Rendah
Two Face Kanaga Dragon
Hand Carved Wood Sculpture
Two Face Kanaga Dragon, Hand Carved Wood Sculpture
Salihu Ibrahim
Facing in both directions, a fierce dragon derives from Dogon religious customs. Salihu Ibrahim replicates a Kanaga mask. Mali's Dogon custom dictates that only the village blacksmith can craft the... read more$419.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Sarasvati Goddess
Sarasvati Hindu Goddess Hand Carved Suar Wood Sculpture
Sarasvati Goddess, Sarasvati Hindu Goddess Hand Carved Suar Wood Sculpture
Subrata Family
Nyoman Indrawati Subrata of the Subrata Family hand carves this suar wood statuette of the Hindu deity Sarasvati, goddess of music, science and art. She is supported by a bird, wings outstretched... read more$559.99Artist: Subrata Family
King Buddha
Hand Crafted Suar Wood Buddha Sculpture
King Buddha, Hand Crafted Suar Wood Buddha Sculpture
Wayan Rendah
Using local suar wood, Bali's Wayan Rendah hand carves King Buddha mediating on top of a lotus throne. Buddha adopts the cosmic mudra hand position, where the left hand is placed on top of the right... read more$339.99Artist: Wayan Rendah
Blessed Flower
Hibiscus Wood Buddha and Lotus Sculpture
Blessed Flower, Hibiscus Wood Buddha and Lotus Sculpture
Wayan Rendah
Using hibiscus wood with an attractive natural grain, Bali's Wayan Rendah hand carves Lord Buddha in the midst of meditation on a large lotus flower. Buddha adopts the cosmic mudra hand position... read more$279.99Artist: Wayan Rendah
Goddess Sri
Wood statuette
Goddess Sri, Wood statuette
Wayan Rendah
The goddess Sri symbolizes fertility and oversees the planting of rice paddies. In Bali, most of the populace are farmers, so Sri is a very important deity with religious holidays devoted espedcially... read more$227.99Artist: Wayan Rendah
Lio Head
Wood and Leather Chair
Lio Head, Wood and Leather Chair
Rios Family
Carved by hand of tornillo wood, this extraordinary chair showcases the Ríos Family's skill and dedication. Floral medallions recall colonial splendor, while the arms end in lion's heads, a symbol of... read more$439.99Artist: Rios Family
Sankofa
Handmade Wood Djembe Drum
Sankofa, Handmade Wood Djembe Drum
Ernestina Oppong Asante
The outlines of a cross and an arched bird holding an egg in its beak, represent Sankofa, and Adinkra symbol suggesting that the values of the past need to be revived in the present. Djembe drums... read more$319.99Artist: Ernestina Oppong Asante