19th C. Folk Art Brown Wood Sculpture

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Description

This authentic antique hand-carved wooden sculpture dates to the late 18th–early 19th century and represents a powerful example of traditional … Read more This authentic antique hand-carved wooden sculpture dates to the late 18th–early 19th century and represents a powerful example of traditional folk art craftsmanship. Created by an unknown regional maker, the figure has survived in remarkable condition, retaining its original historic paint and richly aged surface. The sculpture’s expressive form, monumental scale, and untouched patina make it a rare and highly desirable collectible folk art sculpture.

Material & Craftsmanship

Material: Solid hand-carved hardwood

Construction: Fully carved by hand using early woodworking tools

Technique: Sculpted from a single block with later hand-finished detailing

Surface Evidence: Visible tool marks, aged grain patterns, natural shrinkage lines, and time-earned texture

Each contour reflects the hand of the maker, resulting in subtle asymmetries and expressive details impossible to reproduce with modern methods.

Original Paint & Color Palette

Finish: 100% original period paint (untouched, never overpainted)

Primary Colors: Deep brown wood tones with remnants of muted red, earthy ochre, softened green, and darkened natural pigments

Patina: Layered oxidation, gentle flaking, and tonal fading consistent with centuries of age

The surface tells a visual story of time, use, and preservation, enhancing both historical integrity and visual depth.

Dimensions

Height: approx. 103 cm / 40.5 in

Width: approx. 47 cm / 18.5 in

Depth: approx. 32 cm / 12.5 in

Its commanding scale makes it ideal as a statement sculpture in an entry hall, gallery space, stair landing, or museum-style interior.

Style & Category

Style: Folk Art / Primitive / Ethnographic

Category: Antique Sculpture

Period: Late 18th – Early 19th Century

Maker/Brand: Unknown Maker

This piece aligns beautifully with rustic, wabi-sabi, historic, or curated contemporary interiors seeking authentic contrast.

Collectibility & Decorative Value

Genuine antique folk sculpture, not a reproduction

Strong cultural and ethnographic presence

Ideal for collectors of early wood carvings, devotional figures, or primitive art

Works equally well in traditional, minimalist, or modern spaces as a focal object

Condition Report

Overall Condition: Structurally stable

Wear: Age-related cracks, paint loss, surface distress, and patina throughout

Authenticity: All wear is consistent with age and confirms originality

Please review all photographs carefully; they form an essential part of the condition description.


Shipping & Handling

Packaging: Professionally packed with reinforced materials

Shipping: Worldwide shipping from the Netherlands

Service: Fully insured, trackable courier

Tracking: Provided immediately upon dispatch See less