unusual sculptures (41 items)
Cuchimilco Couple
Two Handmade Museum Replica Chancay Figurines from Peru
Cuchimilco Couple, Two Handmade Museum Replica Chancay Figurines from Peru
Walter Jose Acosta
Standing with open arms, a cuchimilco couple proudly represent Peru's Chancay culture, which flourished from 1200 to 1470 A.D. Their welcoming posture is believed to keep bad energies at bay.... read more$69.99Artist: Walter Jose Acosta
Rustic Gardener
Handmade Rustic Metal Auto Parts Gardener Sculpture
Rustic Gardener, Handmade Rustic Metal Auto Parts Gardener Sculpture
Armando Ramirez
Working with recycled auto parts and scrap metal, Armando Ramirez creates unique rustic sculptures like this one of a gardener. Wielding hedge shears, with his lawnmower standing by, the figure... read more$119.99$95.99Artist: Armando Ramirez
Aztec Sacrifice
Aztec Skull Priest Ceramic Sculpture
Aztec Sacrifice, Aztec Skull Priest Ceramic Sculpture
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Grasping a snake, an Aztec priest wears a skull mask while other skulls appear in his hand and on his ankle. Artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association convey their own conception of the leader... read more$87.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Gadisku
Hand Carved Suar Wood Woman Statuette from Bali
Gadisku, Hand Carved Suar Wood Woman Statuette from Bali
Wayan Rendah
With a carefree expression on her face, a beautiful woman poses gracefully in this statuette by Balinese artisan Wayan Rendah. Handcarved from suar wood, great attention to detail is given to the... read more$434.99Artist: Wayan Rendah
Mechanical Farmer
Mexican Handcrafted Recycled Auto Parts Farm Sculpture
Mechanical Farmer, Mexican Handcrafted Recycled Auto Parts Farm Sculpture
Armando Ramirez
Holding a pitchfork, a farmer gazes at his property with satisfaction. A plump hen and a portly pig accompany the man in this sculpture by Armando Ramirez. He crafts the figures from an amazing... read more$59.99$47.99Artist: Armando Ramirez
Stretching
Hand-Carved Suar Wood Stretching Woman Sculpture
Stretching, Hand-Carved Suar Wood Stretching Woman Sculpture
Nyoman Sudiana
Seated with knees and ankles together, a woman leans forward, stretching the back while one hand keeps the head erect. Nyoman Sudiana carves beautiful Balinese suar wood with its rich grain to depict... read more$59.99Artist: Nyoman Sudiana
Lord of the Dead
Ceramic Statuette Vessel Day of the Dead Mexico
Lord of the Dead, Ceramic Statuette Vessel Day of the Dead Mexico
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Angel Ceron crafts a faithful replica of a ceremonial bowl found in the Zaachila archeological site of the state of Oaxaca. Crafted of ceramic, it features Mictlantecuhtli, Lord of the Dead, striking... read more$69.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Heart Trio
Artisan Crafted Women's Heart Shaped Folk Art Sculpture
Heart Trio, Artisan Crafted Women's Heart Shaped Folk Art Sculpture
John Barrow
Three voluptuous hearts beat with the promise of love in a sculpture by John Barrow. Dyed in various shades of red, the sculpture is handcrafted with Peruvian woods in the designer's trademark style.$79.99Artist: John Barrow
Setu Bandha Sirsasana Mermaid
Signed Mermaid Wood Sculpture from Bali
Setu Bandha Sirsasana Mermaid, Signed Mermaid Wood Sculpture from Bali
Made Tresna
A graceful mermaid arches her body to grasp the tip of her tail. From Made Tresna's Yoga Collection, this beautiful wood sculpture proclaims the importance of balance through setu bandha sirsasana or... read more$54.99Artist: Made Tresna
Good Luck Cats
Thai Celadon Ceramic Sculptures (Pair)
Good Luck Cats, Thai Celadon Ceramic Sculptures (Pair)
Duangkamol
Working in cool green Celadon ceramic, Duangkamol depicts the lucky Maneki Neko. These figurines depict Japanese bobtail cats who bring good fortune. With their cheerful, smiling faces, they raise... read more$54.99Artist: Duangkamol
Rustic Car Mechanic
Recycled Auto Parts Sculpture Metal Art Mexico
Rustic Car Mechanic, Recycled Auto Parts Sculpture Metal Art Mexico
Armando Ramirez
Spark plugs are recycled into an expressive sculpture by Mexican artisan Armando Ramirez. He portrays a mechanic at work on the front part of a V.W. Beetle, which he crafts from a car’s ball bearings... read more$59.99$44.99Artist: Armando Ramirez
Poured
Hand Blown Glass and Wood Sculpture
Poured, Hand Blown Glass and Wood Sculpture
Made Sadia
This unusual original sculpture is the creation of Bali's Made Sadia. A blown glass pitcher appears to be melting into its natural albesia wood base. Each blown glass shape is one of a kind, as is... read more$79.99Artist: Made Sadia
Hummingbirds and Mushrooms
Unique Wood Sculpture of Hummingbirds and Mushrooms
Hummingbirds and Mushrooms, Unique Wood Sculpture of Hummingbirds and Mushrooms
Yudi Suardi
Benalu wood lends its unique organic forms to this sculpture from Yudi Suardi in Bali. The artists incorporates hand carved jempinis wood hummingbirds and mushrooms with the natural benalu wood to... read more$49.99Artist: Yudi Suardi
Perfect Enlightenment
Hand Carved Buddha Hibiscus Wood Sculpture
Perfect Enlightenment, Hand Carved Buddha Hibiscus Wood Sculpture
Wayan Rendah
This beautifully-carved sculpture is the work of master carver Wayan Rendah in Bali. Crafted from hibiscus wood with its unusual grain and coloration, the sculpture depicts Buddha deep in meditation.... read more$139.99Artist: Wayan Rendah
Snoozing Cat
Natural Finish Suar Wood Sleeping Cat Sculpture from Bali
Snoozing Cat, Natural Finish Suar Wood Sleeping Cat Sculpture from Bali
Nengah Sudarsana
This natural brown cat will sleep anywhere – on a bookshelf, a table, or a cabinet Nengah Sudarsana carves the sleepy kitty from suar wood, which displays a beautiful natural grain. Sudarsana's... read more$54.95Artist: Nengah Sudarsana
Lucky in Love
Peruvian Rhodochrosite Gemstone Obelisk Sculpture
Lucky in Love, Peruvian Rhodochrosite Gemstone Obelisk Sculpture
Cesar Gonzales
A stone considered influential in love, rhodochrosite reveals the beauty of its rich grain in a sleek obelisk sculpture. César Gonzáles lovingly shapes and polishes this unusual work of art.$49.99Artist: Cesar Gonzales
King of Buddhas
Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture
King of Buddhas, Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture
Luh Mas Sri Pertamiari
Hibiscus wood's unusual color and grain lends itself beautifully to this original sculpture from Luh Mas Sri Pertamiari. The artisan carves the sculpture to depict a seated Buddha on a lotus blossom.$79.99Artist: Luh Mas Sri Pertamiari
Inner Fire
Unique Gemstone Red Obelisk Sculpture from Peru
Inner Fire, Unique Gemstone Red Obelisk Sculpture from Peru
Cesar Gonzales
Red garnet reveals the beauty of its rich grain, sculpted into a sleek obelisk. The minimalist form and brilliant color make this a mesmerizing sculpture. César Gonzáles lovingly shapes and polishes... read more$59.99Artist: Cesar Gonzales
Creativity
Hand Carved Garnet Pyramid Sculpture Genuine Gemstone
Creativity, Hand Carved Garnet Pyramid Sculpture Genuine Gemstone
Cesar Gonzales
Red garnet reveals the beauty of its rich grain, sculpted into a sleek pyramid. The minimalist form and rich color make this a mesmerizing sculpture. César Gonzáles lovingly shapes and polishes this... read more$57.99Artist: Cesar Gonzales
Silent Owl
Hand Carved Wood Owl Sculpture
Silent Owl, Hand Carved Wood Owl Sculpture
Yudi Suardi
Sometimes called "parasite wood", benalu wood is a parasitic plant that feeds off the sap of a chinaberry host tree. Their unusual formations lend themselves to wonderful sculptures like... read more$47.99Artist: Yudi Suardi
Lord Chaac
Maya Lord of Rain Ceramic Replica Sculpture
Lord Chaac, Maya Lord of Rain Ceramic Replica Sculpture
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Chaac, the Maya lord of rain, sits on his throne with arms crossed in front at his chest, regarded as an unusual depiction for this deity which artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association... read more$409.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Emerging Elephant
Hand Carved Elephant Sculpture on Wood Stand
Emerging Elephant, Hand Carved Elephant Sculpture on Wood Stand
Yudi Suardi
The unusual shapes and forms of benalu wood, related to the mistletoe, lend themselves to this stunning small sculpture from Yudi Suardi in Bali. The artisan carves a magnificent elephant with fierce... read more$39.99Artist: Yudi Suardi
Twin Jizo
Artisan Crafted Wood Sculpture
Twin Jizo, Artisan Crafted Wood Sculpture
Eka
Jizo, a beloved deity in the Buddhist pantheon, is believed to protect the spirits of children who have passed away. Eka in Bali presents this wonderful statuette, inspired by traditional Jizo... read more$59.99Artist: Eka
Mother Jizo
Hand Carved Wood Sculpture from Bali
Mother Jizo, Hand Carved Wood Sculpture from Bali
Eka
Jizo, a beloved deity in the Buddhist pantheon, is believed to protect the spirits of children who have passed away. Eka in Bali presents this wonderful statuette, styled after traditional Jizo... read more$47.99Artist: Eka
Emerging Lion
Benalu Wood Lion Sculpture on Stand
Emerging Lion, Benalu Wood Lion Sculpture on Stand
Yudi Suardi
The unusual shapes and forms of benalu wood, related to the mistletoe, lend themselves to this incredible sculpture from Yudi Suardi in Bali. The artisan carves a fierce lion, mid-roar, as if emerging... read more$54.99Artist: Yudi Suardi
Hummingbird Heights
Hummingbird Sculpture Hand Carved from Wood
Hummingbird Heights, Hummingbird Sculpture Hand Carved from Wood
Yudi Suardi
Sometimes called "parasite wood", benalu wood is a parasitic plant that feeds off the sap of a chinaberry host tree. Their unusual formations lend themselves to wonderful sculptures like... read more$69.99Artist: Yudi Suardi
Romantic Woman
Artisan Crafted Heart-Themed Hibiscus Wood Statuette
Romantic Woman, Artisan Crafted Heart-Themed Hibiscus Wood Statuette
Wek Bali
This statuette from Balinese artisan Wek Bali is perfect for anyone with romance on their mind. Hand carved from hibiscus wood with an attractive natural grain, the sculpture features a woman whose... read more$47.99Artist: Wek Bali
Calm Down
Suar Wood Statuette with Meditation Motif
Calm Down, Suar Wood Statuette with Meditation Motif
Made Wirata
Presented by Made Wirata, this charming statuette depicts a Balinese women in padmasana, a pose said to dispel negative thoughts. Artisans in Bali hand carve the figure from local suar wood before... read more$49.99Artist: Made Wirata
Woman Celebrating
Abstract Woman Wood Statuette Hand Carved in Indonesia
Woman Celebrating, Abstract Woman Wood Statuette Hand Carved in Indonesia
Nyoman Sudiana
Bali is praised for its traditional carvings like this splendid wood statuette with an abstract motif depicting a woman celebrating. Nyoman Sudiana designs the statuette which is hand-carved from... read more$57.99Artist: Nyoman Sudiana
Orang Malu
Wood Sculpture of Javanese Yogi Man
Orang Malu, Wood Sculpture of Javanese Yogi Man
Wayan Rendah
This unique suar wood sculpture of a yogi from Wayan Rendah is called Orang Malu, which translates to "shy man". The figure is from a Javanese legend about a yogi who was ashamed of all the... read more$84.99Artist: Wayan Rendah
Double Yogi
Double Yogi Wood Sculpture from Bali
Double Yogi, Double Yogi Wood Sculpture from Bali
Wayan Rendah
This unique suar wood sculpture of two yogis from Wayan Rendah is based on Orang Malu, which translates to "shy man". It is from a Javanese legend about a yogi who was ashamed of all the... read more$69.99Artist: Wayan Rendah
Colorful Butterfly
Unique Butterfly Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Colorful Butterfly, Unique Butterfly Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Marina Lozano
This fantastical papier mache alebrije sculpture is crafted by Marina Lozano in Mexico. The artisan creates her unique version of a butterfly, with an unusual splayed tail and lizard-like head. The... read more$77.99Artist: Marina Lozano
Detugbi
Ewe Tribe Woman African Wood Sculpture with Aluminum
Detugbi, Ewe Tribe Woman African Wood Sculpture with Aluminum
Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
"African women are beautiful," says Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo of her inspiration. She creates the elegant design of this sculpture, which she names "Detugbi," meaning "Lady"... read more$129.99Artist: Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
Quetzalcóatl
Mexican Ceramic Skull Sculpture with Quetzalcóatl
Quetzalcóatl, Mexican Ceramic Skull Sculpture with Quetzalcóatl
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Based on the Aztec story of creation, this ceramic skull sculpture depicts the feathered serpent god Quetzalcóatl, the creator of humanity. Artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association handcraft... read more$79.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Rustic Psychologist
Hand Crafted Recycled Metal Psychologist Sculpture
Rustic Psychologist, Hand Crafted Recycled Metal Psychologist Sculpture
Armando Ramirez
Mexico's Armando Ramirez expresses his creativity in the form of rustic sculptures that are crafted from recycled auto parts and scrap metal. This witty sculpture depicts a psychologist and his... read more$129.99$103.99Artist: Armando Ramirez
Rustic Dirt Bike
Handmade Rustic Dirt Bike Statuette
Rustic Dirt Bike, Handmade Rustic Dirt Bike Statuette
Armando Ramirez
This eco-friendly original sculpture is from Mexico's Armando Ramirez, who works with recycled auto parts and scrap metal to create his pieces. He creates a dirt bike out of timing chain, metal rod... read more$79.99$63.99Artist: Armando Ramirez
Death and Folklore
Mexican Hand Painted Terracotta Hue Wooden Skull Figurine
Death and Folklore, Mexican Hand Painted Terracotta Hue Wooden Skull Figurine
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Skulls are a recurrent theme in Mexican handicrafts, reflecting the convivial and familiar attitudes of the Mexican people towards death. Artisans in San Martín Tilcajete in the state of Oaxaca apply... read more$57.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Rustic Jeep
Recycled Auto Parts Rustic Jeep Sculpture
Rustic Jeep, Recycled Auto Parts Rustic Jeep Sculpture
Armando Ramirez
The eco-friendly sculptures of Mexico's Armando Ramirez incorporate recycled auto parts and scrap metal, making each one unique. Here he creates a rustic jeep, crafted from timing chain, screws and... read more$94.99$75.99Artist: Armando Ramirez
Purple Quetzal
Artisan Crafted Bird Alebrije Sculpture
Purple Quetzal, Artisan Crafted Bird Alebrije Sculpture
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
The Oaxacan folk art form of alebrijes dates back to the 1930s. A Mexican artist named Pedro Linares had dreams while ill, in which fantastical creatures rushed towards him shouting the nonsense word... read more$77.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Green Quetzal
Mexican Wood Bird Alebrije Sculpture
Green Quetzal, Mexican Wood Bird Alebrije Sculpture
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
This excellent quetzal alebrije is the original creation of Mexico's Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda. They carve the bird and its long feathers by hand from copal wood and paint them in meticulous detail.... read more$77.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Orange Quetzal
Multicolored Wooden Bird Alebrije Sculpture
Orange Quetzal, Multicolored Wooden Bird Alebrije Sculpture
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
This marvelous quetzal alebrije is the original creation of Mexico's Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda. They carve the bird and its long feathers by hand from copal wood and paint them in meticulous detail.... read more$77.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda