Antique Altar

Lovely small dish Additional information: Material: Bronze Type: Altar Dish Region of Origin: China Period: 19th century Condition: Overall Condition B (Good Used): Some damages to ...

Designed to resemble a scroll-form altar table, this narrow footed box has an elegant silhouette with waterfall sides and minimal ornamentation.

Made from durable elm wood and maintaining its original color and patina, this altar features intricate hand-painted designs in vibrant red hues.

Chinese furniture was first developed as early as the Eastern Zhou period (770B.C. - 221B.C.). "Altar tables" were typically long, narrow tables to display items of wealth and beauty.

The painting’s patron, perhaps a disciple of the monk, is seen in the lower left corner, gazing toward the teacher. Sitting before an altar, the patron also wears monk’s robes. The f...

Standing just 5 inches tall with a 3-inch marble base, they were likely created for private devotion, small enough to sit upon a bedside table, a home altar, or the corner of a famil...

This outstanding piece likely once adorned a ceremonial interior—possibly used as a valance, border for an altar frontal, or part of a larger furnishing in a grand palazzo.

Originally serving as a section of a larger wall panel or altar surround, this fragment is a surviving testament to the grandeur of ecclesiastical or noble interiors of the period.

Additional information: Material: Porcelain Type: Altar Dish Region of Origin: China Period: 18th century Qing (1661 - 1912) Condition: Dish 1 with 2 lines, dish 2 with small chip.

This subject was especially beloved in Catholic devotional imagery for family altars, sacristies, and educational institutions.

This work, called opere di commessi, has medieval parallels in Central Italian "Cosmati"-work of inlaid marble floors, altars and columns. The technique is known in English as pietra...

These Nativity scenes were often framed near family altars and are now increasingly sought after for both devotional use and interior display.

Traditionally used not only as grooming tools but also in Shinto rituals and household altars, kagami were believed to embody purity and truth.

Probably once part of an organ case, or on either side of an altar or altarpiece, their size is exceptional and the quality of the carving is outstanding.

Collecting pieces across all religions and areas of the world, from a Catholic altar, church architectural salvage, temple guardian sculpture, Buddha statue, Hindu scroll text, monas...

Likely placed above the altar in the private chapel of a noble house, these fine figures reflect the spiritual vision and enlightenment sensibility of the 18th century Austria under ...

This work, called opere di commessi, has medieval parallels in Central Italian "Cosmati"-work of inlaid marble floors, altars and columns. The technique is known in English as pietra...

At the center, atop an altar is a decalogue with the letters א-י of the Hebrew alphabet crown with broadened angel wings.

The top of the box features an enamel plaque of a lady at an altar of love with baby Cupid. The lid opens to reveal a secret compartment.

This moment from the coronation of King George IV at Westminster Abbey on July 19, 1821, shows the Dean bringing the crown from the altar for the act of crowning. The detailed render...

This elegant altar brazier, of small dimensions, is made of lost-wax cast bronze and has a gold finish.

These devotional prints were highly valued in Catholic homes and parish buildings and were often hung near family altars; surviving examples in such vivid colour and clean condition ...

Altar tables with everted ends seen in Chinese paintings and prints are typically depicted in a grand context, and so it is thought that the upward-ending surface signifies status an...

Perfect as jewelry dishes, altar pieces, or simply as charming shelf decor, they bring a sense of organic whimsy and artisan craftsmanship to any vignette.

Ideal for display on an altar, mantel, or within a sacred space. 17.5"H

Whether displayed on an altar or as a standalone piece, this antique Chinese altar fruit stack promises to be a conversation starter, offering a glimpse into the rich cultural and ar...

Beautiful console in solid walnut, top with owl beak profile on two supports carved with plant motifs on feral feet. Used as a small altar, of contained dimensions. Florentine manufa...

Originally from a grand altar.

The intaglio features an eagle standing on an altar flanked by two military standards and clasped hands below.

Their symbolism as auspicious guardians and emblems of vigilance made them especially suitable for temple and household altars. The pierced base allows for the insertion and burning ...

It is believed these large stones were altars where the cups in the stone catched the dew and rain as a gift from the gods/nature.

19th Century Chinese Silk Embroidery ( 1'6" x 6' - 46 x 183 ) Originally the upper section of a larger, 2-piece altar frontal panel.

German presses of this period were among the most technically advanced in Europe, producing richly coloured sacred images intended for Catholic households, chapels, and devotional al...

One figure kneels at an altar while another is whipped by an attendant, suggesting a stylized depiction of confession and purification.

They were placed on either side of an altar in a church. Each is unique in its own right and perfectly preserved.

They are adorned with: – Mythological figures such as satyrs, sirens, and cherubs – Architectural motifs including volutes, columns, and pediments – Botanical flourishes with styliz...

The doors that open are on brass hinges and the altar is removable as is the religious plaster figure at the crown of this building.

These celadon-glazed figures appear to be a pair of lion-form (獅子形) mythical guardian beasts made for altar use. The reddish-brown to ochre stoneware body visible at the exposed foot...

19th century pair of Italian ecclesiastic altar brass candleholders in good vintage condition.

A stunning pair of antique 18th-Century Italian silvered wood tripod pricket altar candlesticks. These gorgeous cathedral candlesticks are a nice large size, silver gilded and ornate...

Additional information: Material: Porcelain Type: Altar Dish Region of Origin: China Period: 18th century, 19th century Qing (1661 - 1912) Condition: Overall Condition 1 chip to base...

Originally designed as altar prickets, these pieces have been carefully converted into decorative candelabra-style sconces, featuring two candle arms per piece with faux wax-dripped ...

Probably more than likely from a Japanese home altar, this is a folk art rendition of Hachiman Yahata no Kani, Japanese God of War, Archery, Culture and Protector of Shrines.

Modest in scale but monumental in presence, this armoire holds space like an altar—a quiet monument to the artistry of the hand and the cultural layering of Iberian form.

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These works were created to adorn the marble high altar designed by the sculptor François Girardon for the Saint-Jean-au-Marché church in Troyes.

The base rests on three rounded, felted feet, suggesting the piece was designed for placement on a domestic altar, ritual surface, or vanity table. Crafted using traditional repoussé...

Lovely Chinese Porcelain pre Bencharong / Pre Nyonya small altar plate. We call this style Pre Bencharong because it has many features of later bencharong / south east asian wares, b...

Lawrence for the high altar of the cathedral. Soon afterwards he was back in Rome.

With its soft colors and lovely subject, this Japanese painting from the 19th century depicting two Buddhist monks will make for a great addition to any home, perhaps hung above a cr...

Lovely Chinese Porcelain pre Bencharong / Pre Nyonya small altar plate. We call this style Pre Bencharong because it has many features of later bencharong / south east asian wares, b...

The use of azulejos for the decoration of antependia (front of an altar), imitating precious altar cloths, is typical for Portugal.

In excellent sound condition, this altar table exemplifies exceptional craftsmanship.

A wonderful unpolished silver Chinese perfume bottle with a dragon repousse... currently the top is missing, however this is very decorative piece and a welcome addition to a collect...

This type of pieces were used in the creation and construction of altars in the churches, being possible that they present them niches were in an altar stood out by their measures an...

Alter stick, alterstick, altar stick, altarstick.

These Temple Guard Statues would be kept close to an Ancestral Altar in order to help lead their Spirits into the Afterlife.

It is included in the Stories of Jesus in the upper central register, on the left wall looking towards the altar. The scene is set inside the Temple of Jerusalem where twelve-year-o...

Notable Features VOC-period craftsmanship with European and Sinhalese stylistic elements Authentic 18th-century patina, undisturbed and richly developed Inlaid eyes, likely of bone...

Apart from other works preserved with hallmarks by the master (many in private Spanish collections), it is worth highlighting the silver altar frontal of the Virgin of the Tabernacle...