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Japanese Carved Wood Tiger Statue,c1890
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Japanese Carved Wood Tiger Statue,c1890

19th century
Sold 27 February 2026 · Curious Antiques
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Late 19th century Japanese carved hardwood statue of a tiger,c1890. This is a fine , large and heavy example at 1.5kg , well carved and executed with fine detail to the coat, features etc. The tiger is depicted standing proudly on a rocky outcrop and mounted on a wooden plinth. The wood has taken on lovely colour/patina and has a real warmth. Overall condition is good with no obvious defects. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 22cm tall x 23cm wide x 15cm deep, weight 1.5kg.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Antique Wood Tiger Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
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SA912310
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Late 19th century Japanese carved hardwood statue of a tiger,c1890. This is a fine , large and heavy example at 1.5kg , well carved and executed with fine detail to the coat, features etc. The tiger is depicted standing proudly on a rocky outcrop and mounted on a wooden plinth. The wood has taken on lovely colour/patina and has a real warmth. Overall condition is good with no obvious defects.
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Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.
Curious Antiques

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 22cm tall x 23cm wide x 15cm deep, weight 1.5kg.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Antique Wood Tiger Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
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SA912310
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A carved brown wooden sculpture of a roaring tiger standing on a rocky base, featuring inlaid eyes and detailed fur texturing. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A carved brown wooden sculpture of a roaring tiger standing on a rocky base, featuring inlaid eyes and detailed fur texturing. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Japanese Carved Wood Tiger Statue,c1890

Archive II A carved brown wooden sculpture of a roaring tiger standing on a rocky base, featuring inlaid eyes and detailed fur texturing. View II
Archive III A carved brown wooden sculpture of a roaring tiger standing on a rocky base, featuring inlaid eyes and detailed fur texturing. View III
Archive IV A carved brown wooden sculpture of a roaring tiger standing on a rocky base, featuring inlaid eyes and detailed fur texturing. View IV
Archive V A carved brown wooden sculpture of a roaring tiger standing on a rocky base, featuring inlaid eyes and detailed fur texturing. View V
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Archive VII A carved brown wooden sculpture of a roaring tiger standing on a rocky base, featuring inlaid eyes and detailed fur texturing. View VII
Archive VIII A carved brown wooden sculpture of a roaring tiger standing on a rocky base, featuring inlaid eyes and detailed fur texturing. View VIII
Archive IX A carved brown wooden sculpture of a roaring tiger standing on a rocky base, featuring inlaid eyes and detailed fur texturing. View IX
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A carved brown wooden sculpture of a roaring tiger standing on a rocky base, featuring inlaid eyes and detailed fur texturing.
Japanese Carved Wood Tiger Statue,c1890
Ref: SA912310
A carved brown wooden sculpture of a roaring tiger standing on a rocky base, featuring inlaid eyes and detailed fur texturing.
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  • ObjectSculpture
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji Period
  • MaterialHardwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsRoaring expression, Inlaid glass eyes, Rocky base, Muscular anatomy
  • SizeH 22 cm (9 in) x W 23 cm (9 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

A Japanese carved wood tiger sculpture is a decorative figurine handcrafted from hardwood, often dating from the late 19th-century Meiji period, depicting a tiger in a naturalistic pose.

These figures are typically hand-carved from dense local hardwoods such as boxwood or camphor wood, often featuring inlaid glass eyes and meticulously carved surface detailing to represent fur and muscular anatomy.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-cut tool marks, natural ageing of the timber such as patination and shrinkage cracks, and traditional joining or mounting methods consistent with late 19th-century craftsmanship.

This object can be placed on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or desk to add texture and character, pairing well with both minimalist modern decor and traditional study settings.

Maintain the wood by keeping it out of direct sunlight, avoiding excessive humidity changes, and dusting periodically with a soft, dry cloth without using chemical polishes.
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