Agate Sculptures and Carvings

A unique, valuable and powerful Protection Amulet from Tibet A fine authentic old Tibetan or Central Asian seven eye agate Dzi Bead dating to the early to mid 20th century. This bead has been expertly fashioned using 18K gold into a custom setting. The bead measures 2 inches in width and the necklace totals 20" in length (10" each half of the black cord strand) . All our Dzi bead jewelry is artisan inspired & handcrafted from authentic Dzi beads and 18K gold. We will provide you with a certificate of authenticity. ( please view photo) This Classic barrel shaped bead was biconically drilled for suspension. Our naturally white banded and tapered agate bead dates to the early to mid 20th century as evidenced by the surface patina from appropriate age (photos). Our Dzi bead has a pattern of 7 white "heavenly eyes", considered one of the more sought after types of these beads. The middle part of this bead is thicker than the tapered ends which gives it a graceful curve. An unobstructed length wise hole runs through the centre of this lovely example. Hand carved: Ancient dzi beads are handmade, hand abraded and hand polished using tools...

A Chinese carved agate "Horse and Monkey" snuff bottle, Qing dynasty, 19th century Copper-bound agate stopper Measures: 3.25 in. (8.25 cm.) Qing dynasty, Wade-Giles romanization Ch’ing, also called Manchu dynasty or Pinyin Manzu, the last of the imperial dynasties of China, spanning the years 1644 to 1911/12. Under the Qing the territory of the empire grew to treble its size under the preceding Ming dynasty (1368–1644), the population grew from some 150 million to 450 million, many of the non-Chinese minorities within the empire were Sinicized, and an integrated national economy was established. Snuff bottles were used during the Qing Dynasty to contain powdered tobacco. Smoking tobacco was illegal during the Qing Dynasty, but the use of snuff was allowed because the Chinese considered snuff to be a remedy for common illnesses such as colds, headaches and stomach disorders. Therefore, snuff was carried in a small bottle like other medicines. The snuff bottle replaced the snuff box used...

Two Chinese porcelain snuff bottles decorated with Imari blue and red hues and sitting figures, marked along the underside. CIRCA: 19th Century.  

A fine and beautiful carved lapis snuff bottle, a deep carving interior.  

A fine and beautiful carved rock crystal snuff bottle, a deep carving interior with an agate cap.  

A fine and beautiful Carved Agate Snuff Bottle, a deep carving interior with an agate cap.  

A Fine and beautiful carved rock crystal snuff bottle, a deep carving interior with an agate cap.  

Carved of translucent, creamy white agate, this tripod bowl boasts a wonderful natural motif. Birds perch on the leafy branch that encircles this vessel’s ...

A hard to find pair of handcrafted Japanese white agate fuchin or scroll weights in a lovely mutton fat white (off-white) color in tube form. With new imperial cords. Dimensions:...

A unique, valuable and protective pair of antique earrings from Tibet A fine authentic old Tibetan or Central Asian pair of agate Dzi Bead earrings dating to the Qing dynasty. These beads have been expertly fashioned using 18-karat gold into contemporary custom settings. The beads measure 1.25 inches in length. All our Dzi bead jewelry is artisan inspired & handcrafted from authentic old Dzi beads and 18-karat gold. We will provide you with a custom black gift box and “Certificate of Authenticity”. ( please view photo) Photographed in natural day light. These Classic barrel shaped beads were biconically drilled for suspension. Our naturally white banded and tapered agate beads date to the Qing dynasty or earlier as evidenced by the significant surface patina from appropriate centuries old age (photos). Our Dzi beads have a pattern of "heavenly eyes". These beads are gracefully tapered. An unobstructed hole runs through the centre of these lovely examples. Hand carved: Ancient dzi beads are handmade, hand abraded and hand polished using Primitive tools of the time: bamboo, stone, water and stone dust. Notice the considerable and original surface patina on this example- evidence of considerable wear and good age. Dzi beads were considered magical in ancient and present times. They were sacred implements and emblems of Tibetan and other Asian cultures and are believed to hold magical properties bringing prosperity and protection to the owner. They are also thought to hold medicinal propertie as some examples may show surface abrasions - also good signs of authenticity- where small amounts of the stone was extracted and later ground into powder for local medicines. Precious Dzi beads were traded across the Asian continent. Dimensions: Our beads are 1.25 inches in length and .62 inches diameter. Quality: Fine condition Provenance: Private Far eastern collection Story of Dzi Beads Dzi beads are a type of stone bead of eastern origin worn as part of a necklace and sometimes as a bracelet. In several Asian cultures including Tibet, the bead is considered to provide positive spiritual protection and other health benefits. These beads are also generally prized as protective amulets and are sometimes ground into a powder to be used in traditional Tibetan medicine. Beads subject to this process have small "dig marks" where a portion of the bead has been scraped or ground away to be included in the medicine. Some dzi exhibit grinding and polishing of one or both ends, again the result of reduction for use in traditional Tibetan medicine or, in some cases, due to the bead's possible use as a burnishing tool in the application of gold leaf to thanka paintings or gilt bronze statuary. The most highly prized dzi beads are those of ancient age, made of natural agate a kind of chalcedony, a type of quartz like stone. These will show wear and use marks. While traditional, ancient-style beads are greatly preferred and most sought after, new modern-made dzi are gaining popularity as a more affordable alternative. Quite powerful for a small bead, genuine old, antique Dzi beads...

A unique, valuable and protective pair of antique earrings from Tibet A fine authentic old Tibetan or Central Asian pair of agate Dzi Bead earrings dating to the Qing dynasty. These beads have been expertly fashioned using 18-karat gold into contemporary custom settings. The beads measure 1.25 inches in length. All our Dzi bead jewelry is artisan inspired & hand crafted from authentic old Dzi beads and 18-karat gold. We will provide you with a custom black gift box and “Certificate of Authenticity”. ( please view photo) Photographed in natural day light. These classic barrel shaped beads were biconically drilled for suspension. Our naturally white banded and tapered agate beads date to the Qing dynasty or earlier as evidenced by the significant surface patina from appropriate centuries old age (photos). Our Dzi beads have a pattern of "heavenly eyes". These beads are gracefully tapered. An unobstructed hole runs through the centre of these lovely examples. Hand carved: Ancient dzi beads are handmade, hand abraded and hand polished using primitive tools of the time: bamboo, stone, water and stone dust. Notice the considerable and original surface patina on this example- evidence of considerable wear and good age. Dzi beads were considered magical in ancient and present times. They were sacred implements and emblems of Tibetan and other Asian cultures and are believed to hold magical properties bringing prosperity and protection to the owner. They are also thought to hold medicinal propertie as some examples may show surface abrasions - also good signs of authenticity- where small amounts of the stone was extracted and later ground into powder for local medicines. Precious Dzi beads were traded across the Asian continent. Dimensions: Our beads are 1.25 inches in length and .62 inches diameter. Quality: fine condition Provenance: Private Far eastern collection Story of Dzi Beads Dzi beads are a type of stone bead of eastern origin worn as part of a necklace and sometimes as a bracelet. In several Asian cultures including Tibet, the bead is considered to provide positive spiritual protection and other health benefits. These beads are also generally prized as protective amulets and are sometimes ground into a powder to be used in traditional Tibetan medicine. Beads subject to this process have small "dig marks" where a portion of the bead has been scraped or ground away to be included in the medicine. Some dzi exhibit grinding and polishing of one or both ends, again the result of reduction for use in traditional Tibetan medicine or, in some cases, due to the bead's possible use as a burnishing tool in the application of gold leaf to thanka paintings or gilt bronze statuary. The most highly prized dzi beads are those of ancient age, made of natural agate a kind of chalcedony, a type of quartz like stone. These will show wear and use marks. While traditional, ancient-style beads are greatly preferred and most sought after, new modern-made dzi are gaining popularity as a more affordable alternative. Quite powerful for a small bead, genuine old, antique Dzi beads...

By far the most beautifull snuff bottle I have ever seen. The pictures can not show how nice it is. The artist had so much respect for the nauture of the stone when carving. Extremel...