Collection: Carvings

An Ancient Art of the Carving of Stone

Carving in stone has been a cherished art form for millennia. The Sumerians, the Chinese, and the Indians perfected the craft and produced some artifacts that left the modern world breathless. From these ancient artisans, stone was transformed into symbols of power and beauty, and symbols of spiritual power.

Sumerian Stone Carvings

The Sumerian carvings, with their cylindrical seals and fine reliefs which illustrated the scenes from mythology and daily life, were all known for their greats and cultural depth.

Chinese Stone Carvings

Chinese artists were famous for their stone carvings, the fine jadeesque carvings revealing nature and mythology were noted as a spiritual art form.

Indian Stone Carvings

Among Indian carvings, the Khajuraho temples and deities from the sculptures of idols are the most recognizable parts of Indian spiritual and artistic heritage, still an inspiring one.

Modern-Day Carvings

Stone carving in the present day encloses techniques from tradition with the present design. This craft continues to be celebrated by art today and pieces created from this craft are still relevant to collectors worldwide. Here at GemstonesForSale, we uphold this tradition with our hand-picked stone carvings for sale.

While stone carvings are almost always decorative pieces, they are also works of art and heritage. Here’s why they hold a special place in art and design:

Durability and Timelessness

These are heirloom-worthy treasures built to last, stone carvings (some crafted from jade, quartz, marble, etc.).

Cultural Significance

These pieces can be replicas of ancient stone carvings or modern interpretations and are often very loaded with symbolic meanings.

Versatility

Stone Carvings make the perfect accent piece for your home decor spiritual space or gifting.

GemstonesForSale takes pride in offering a wide variety of stone carvings for sale and each one is hand-picked for its beauty and quality. Here’s what you’ll find in our collection:

Intricate Figurines

From animal to human to mythological figurines carved with care and precision to choose from. These pieces are perfect to collect or to use as a centerpiece for your decor.

Decorative Objects

Bowls, plates, and abstract sculptures that are both functional and art are explored. The beautiful thing about these pieces is that they render elegance to whatever space they are introduced to.

Spiritual Artifacts

Our carvings range from Buddha statues to Hindu deities, each of these carvings can and will help remind those who see them of a spiritual nature and can be used in a meditation space, or as gifts for the spiritually minded.

What you get is more than just a stone carving when you shop with us, it’s a piece of history and craftsmanship. Here’s why we’re the preferred choice for collectors:

Exceptional Quality

Our collection is closed-knit and every piece of it is made from fine quality stone so you will get beauty along with durability.

Ethical Sourcing

Our responsibility to responsible sourcing means we work with artisans and suppliers that care about the same things we do.

Unmatched Variety

We have something to suit everyone’s taste from Indian stone carvings to contemporary designs.

Expert Guidance

Whether it’s your first purchase or your thousandth, we’ll connect you with the right image.

The cultural world is reflected in the stone carvings. Here are some notable traditions that have inspired our collection:

Sumerian Masterpieces

What these early carvings do show, however, is that one of the world’s first civilizations was good for a bit early on.

Chinese Elegance

Known for luck and prosperity, jade carvings made up a lot of Chinese art.

Indian Splendor

Indian carvings run with spiritual symbolism from temple sculptures to small figurines.

To ensure your carvings remain pristine, follow these care tips:

• Dust Regularly: Dust will accumulate so use a soft, dry cloth to wipe dust away and keep the carving's natural sheen.
• Avoid Harsh Chemicals: Mild soap and water are fine when you need to clean it, but make sure you avoid abrasive cleaners.
• Handle with Care: Whilst a carving is durable it is also possible for a carving to chip if dropped or mishandled.

If this has captured your attention, maybe you’re tired of living in IKEA land and would rather find that stone carving as your new unique decor piece, come visit us here at GemstonesForSale! Discover our selection of beautiful works of art that honor the deep history of stone carving. Thanks to secure online shopping and international shipping, you can now easily bring a part of this timeless form of craft into your home.