Ancient Surfaces

From architectural follies of the eighteenth-century to crystalline rock formations, Thomas Engelhart translates the angles and polished surfaces of ancient artifacts into hand-paint...

From architectural follies of the eighteenth-century to crystalline rock formations, Thomas Engelhart translates the angles and polished surfaces of ancient artifacts into hand-paint...

From architectural follies of the eighteenth-century to crystalline rock formations, Thomas Engelhart translates the angles and polished surfaces of ancient artifacts into hand-paint...

From architectural follies of the eighteenth-century to crystalline rock formations, Thomas Engelhart translates the angles and polished surfaces of ancient artifacts into hand-paint...

The piece is notable for its use of the "scavo" decor technique, which creates a distinctive, ancient-looking surface texture. This method involves a chemical process that gives the ...

Notes Divination with a mirror or another reflective surface is an ancient practice known as scrying. The term originates from the word ‘descry’, meaning ‘to catch sight of’.

Using a collage technique, Brisson combines various elements in his compositions, imitating the rough surface of an ancient wall, the craquelure of old paint, the decorative pattern ...

This table is not merely a functional object but a canvas for the rich narrative of a scholar's life in ancient China. The table's surface is a masterful inlay of mother-of-pearl, me...

With its bright red field and faded eggplant spandrels, this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak runner is a woven beauty of contrasting vibrant and earth tones. Ancient symboli...

It is a large natural green color stone water or plant basin in natural boulder form - notice the ancient rippled surfaces! This one was sourced from a private Kyoto area Japanese ga...

Brisson combines various elements in his compositions, imitating the rough surface of an ancient wall, the craquelure of old paint, the decorative pattern of the wallpaper and woven ...

Waves of signature chevron motifs pulse across the surface like ancient mountain paths, grounding the design in a narrative of journey and endurance.

A fine European antique fireplace mantelpiece in a plain waxed limestone. A smooth ancient surface. It was built in the 19th century in the French the Burgundy region.

There are some remains of the original patina. The ancient surfaces has a glossy shine. Measures: 145 cm Exterior Width 57.09 Inch 101 cm Exterior Width+ 39.76 Inch 105 cm Exterior H...

The limestone is the kind that reflects the candle light and lamp light in a room thanks to its glossy ancient surface. It has very deep and nice jambs.

An Impressive sculpture in size and possessing a gorgeous original patina from authentic use- note the old rope surface wear on the "inside of the "hook" and ancient surface checking...

Formed from emerald or blue-green soda-lime glass, the color derives naturally from trace iron oxides in the sand used by ancient glassmakers. The surface exhibits striking iridescen...

Known as lebes gamikos, these vessels were closely associated with ancient wedding rituals. The surface is decorated with a vegetal frieze around the shoulder, framed by thick horiz...

There is ample evidence of original and ancient calcification, polishing and surface encrustation.

This ceramic vessel is part of the artist's Journal Entry series, which incorporates a story telling element on the surface much like ancient artists and their use of images.

The matte surface finish imitates oxidized ancient gold.

Circa late 1950s heavy cast metal lidded vessel / ice bucket with stainless steel liner features ancient chinese motifs and incised surface design.

This sculptural piece features refined facial features, flowing hair, and idealized proportions reminiscent of ancient Greek statuary. The surface displays a beautiful aged patina, e...

Masterfully crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and designed as a holly leaf with a richly detailed surface. In ancient times, holly was regarded as a symbol of eternal life and was thou...

Dating from the mid-20th century, the sculpture was executed in the traditional manner, inspired by ancient Roman statuary. The surface has developed a beautiful natural patina, enha...

This marvelous archaic style ring features delicate organic motifs applied to its surfaces using ancient granulation techniques. The stunning 4.50 carat tourmaline at its center is a...

It is supported by a white glass foot The Scavo technique, used to create an ancient, weathered appearance, gives the surface a beautifully textured and frosted look, reminiscent of ...

From architectural follies of the eighteenth-century to crystalline rock formations, Thomas Engelhart translates the angles and polished surfaces of ancient artifacts into hand-paint...

The right arm is lost at the shoulder, the legs severed at the hip and knee, yet these absences only heighten the drama, evoking the grandeur of ancient ruins. The surface is remarka...

Crafted from dark, heavily textured steel, the piece rises in an asymmetrical, architectural silhouette that feels both ancient and futuristic. Its surfaces are rugged and irregular,...

Good conditions except for some dark spots and some foxings on the surface. Ancient and precious etching realized in the first half of the XVII Century.

It displays the Aspara's elaborate head dress and wings against a course hand chiseled ground with hair coif, slanted eyes and fleshy cheeks well defined. The ancient stone now showi...

Unlike most subject matter for lady's robe that centered on flowers, birds or butterfly etc, the neck bands features embroidery of archaic engraving patterns that are normally found ...

Using a collage technique, Brisson combines various elements in his compositions, imitating the rough surface of an ancient wall, the craquelure of old paint, the decorative pattern ...

Using a collage technique, Brisson combines various elements in his compositions, imitating the rough surface of an ancient wall, the craquelure of old paint, the decorative pattern ...

While the inside decoration references Ancient Rome, the outer surface is purely modern in design and color.

I am drawn to bronze — an ancient material with a living surface that changes, deepens, and gains character over time, much like the landscapes and creatures that inspire me.

"I have in mind rugged eroded surfaces, megaliths, fossils, ancient encrusted marbles and something of the quality of early Japanese ceramics - Shigaraki and Iga ware"

"I have in mind rugged eroded surfaces, megaliths, fossils, ancient encrusted marbles and something of the quality of early Japanese ceramics - Shigaraki and Iga ware"

A large Murano Neoclassical green glass vase of ovoid shape with everted rim and applied handles, in the Scavo technique, which resembles the surface of Ancient Roman glass with its...

We love the "medievil French castle" feel of these curved wrought iron sconces, their commanding size and ancient looking surface, not to mention the rustic fleur-de-lys form at the ...

This large and stately cast stone lionshead has been drilled through the mouth to become a fountainmask. Its ancient-looking gray weathered surface with lichen and a bit of moss bel...

Measures: 7" 13.98 grams Moonstone exhibits the optical phenomenon known as ‘Adularescence,’ which causes the extraordinary glow on its surface. Ancient cultures coveted the stone, ...

The embossed leather writing surface is an ancient replacement, which fits nicely with the character of the desk.

While Sheila's sculptures spring from a contemporary reality, she creates ancient-looking surfaces that reflect our timeless human connection to the Earth.

Although Sheila’s sculptures spring from a contemporary reality, she tries to create ancient-looking surfaces in an effort to define our timeless human connection to the Earth.

Although Sheila’s sculptures spring from a contemporary reality, she tries to create ancient-looking surfaces in an effort to define our timeless human connection to the Earth.

Although Sheila’s sculptures spring from a contemporary reality, she tries to create ancient-looking surfaces in an effort to define our timeless human connection to the Earth.

Although Sheila’s sculptures spring from a contemporary reality, she tries to create ancient-looking surfaces in an effort to define our timeless human connection to the Earth.

Although Sheila’s sculptures spring from a contemporary reality, she tries to create ancient-looking surfaces in an effort to define our timeless human connection to the Earth.

"I have in mind rugged eroded surfaces, megaliths, fossils, ancient encrusted marbles and something of the quality of early Japanese ceramics - Shigaraki and Iga ware"

"I have in mind rugged eroded surfaces, megaliths, fossils, ancient encrusted marbles and something of the quality of early Japanese ceramics - Shigaraki and Iga ware"

"I have in mind rugged eroded surfaces, megaliths, fossils, ancient encrusted marbles and something of the quality of early Japanese ceramics - Shigaraki and Iga ware"

Details such as peach and pink geometric shapes ( inspired by Alessandro Michele’s remarkable vision for the new SS20 collection), vintage 1958 authentic metal industrial plaque, di...

It has a generous knee hole, an ancient replacement leather writing surface and locks with a working key.

Although Sheila’s sculptures spring from a contemporary reality, she tries to create ancient-looking surfaces in an effort to define our timeless human connection to the Earth.

Although Sheila’s sculptures spring from a contemporary reality, she tries to create ancient-looking surfaces in an effort to define our timeless human connection to the Earth.