Sources & evidence
We analyze comparable sales from screener sessions and market records, then group them by shared object signals.
- Comparables
- 9
- Auction sources
- 7
- Records with images
- 2
- Coverage
- 2013-2026
Market Examples
Comparable market evidence
Recent auction and sale records linked to this worth guide's object signals.
Goldfield Auction
Jun 14, 2025
€800
BLACK DRILL - CARVED WOODEN OWL FORMING HAT HOLDER, SWISS WORK, LATE 19TH CENTURY
Black Drill - Carved wooden owl forming hat holder, Swiss work, late 19th century Finely carved natural wood wall sculpture representing a perch owl, serving as a decorative hat holder. Swiss work of the late 19th centuryThe, characteristic of the craftsmanship of the Black Forest. Goldfield Ref: GFAD2097 Weight: 2300GR Measurements: H 440MM X W 700MM Condition: Normal wear - Weight: 2.30 kg - ...
View saleThe Benefit Shop Foundation Inc.
Nov 20, 2024
$60
Verdigris Metal Abstract Folk Art Bird Figural
Verdigris patina cast metal abstract folk art bird motif figural on wood stand. Piece has weight. Total dimensions approx. 6.5 x 3 x 7.5 inches. Not attached to stand. Some surface wear including scratching observed. Verdigris, verdigris metal, metal bird, abstract bird, abstract sculpture, bird sculpture, bird figural, collectibles, decorative arts, home decor, home accessories, table decor, t...
View saleMiddleManBrokers
Feb 5, 2026
$110
Hand Carved Wood & Bronze Parrot Sculpture 22.5"
View saleAkiba Galleries
Oct 14, 2025
$225
Fernando Botero Style Bird Sculpture
View saleThe Benefit Shop Foundation Inc.
Nov 19, 2025
$60
Vtg Wood & Metal Shovel Head Bird Sculpture
View saleConverse Auctions
Feb 15, 2019
$120
AFRICAN BIRD SCULPTURE
View saleView 3 more comparable records
Collective Hudson, LLC
Jul 27, 2025
$425
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Mid-Century Bird Sculpture, Italy, 1960
View saleManor Auctions
Dec 14, 2013
$1,450
LYLE SOPEL JADE SCULPTURE BIRD WITH STRAWBERRIES
Akiba Galleries
Nov 25, 2025
$225
Renato Anatra (Italian, b.1943) Murano Glass Bird Sculpture
Identification
Key object facts
- Item Type
- decorative sculpture
- Category
- animal carving
- Style
- Japanese okimono style
- Material
- ceramic
- Technique
- hand-carved relief and incised detailing; inset eyes; painted finish
- Origin
- Japan
- Era
- 1950-1989
- Motifs
- owl, bird, feathers, realistic animal form
Recognition Recognition signals
- Key identification signals include form decorative sculpture, material ceramic.
- A finely carved owl figurine with raised scale-like feather texture, inset realistic eyes, and naturalistic painted detailing, likely a decorative Japanese-style animal carving.
- This guide is currently supported by 10 comparable-market records in the strongest linked screener session.
Drivers Value drivers
- Condition and completeness are material for decorative sculpture.
- Ceramic examples should be checked for wear, repairs, restoration, and replacement parts.
Market Market context
- The median selected comparable price for this cluster is about $225.
- Japanese okimono style style cues help separate this group from broader decorative sculpture listings that often dilute market comps.
- Ceramic condition, restoration, and finish quality can materially shift asking and sold prices.
- This page currently surfaces 9 hand-selected comparable records for Japanese okimono style decorative sculpture.
Evidence
How this guide was assembled
- This worth guide is based on 1 supporting screener session clustered into the same topic.
- Observed value signals across supporting evidence span roughly $90 to $350.
- Overall evidence quality for this cluster is currently developing evidence.
- Comparable evidence is drawn from 7 auction sources in the selected evidence set.
Coverage
Source coverage and evidence quality
- The current cluster is supported by 1 screener session that normalized into the same worth topic.
- The strongest linked session for this cluster captured 10 comparable market records.
- Selected comparables span 7 distinct auction sources.
- Comparable dates on this page currently cover 2013-2026.
Questions
Frequently searched questions
What is a Japanese okimono style decorative sculpture?
This page is a market guide for identifying a Japanese okimono style decorative sculpture and understanding the main factors that influence collector demand and price.
What affects the value of a decorative sculpture?
Condition, completeness, maker or pattern attribution, dimensions, age, rarity, and comparable-market evidence all affect value.
What is the typical market range for Japanese okimono style decorative sculpture?
Current supporting screener evidence suggests a broad market range around $90 to $350, depending on condition and attribution.
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How much is Japanese okimono style decorative sculpture worth?
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