Antique Amulet

A small yet striking sculptural piece with strong symbolic and decorative presence, possibly used as an amulet, ceremonial ornament, or status adornment.

This amulet from Ancient Egypt was hand carved around 1,000 BC.

At the center of these arrangements of amulets was usually a 'Heart Scarab,' which contained a special spell taken from the Book of the Dead.

The inclusion of multiple ornate border bands decorated with a continuous rhythmic sequence of reciprocating stylized birds, botanical sprays, and geometric amulets creates a precise...

The doors open like double hinges, and there is space inside for storing Buddhist statues or amulets. While the decoration is understated, the design of the pillars and lattice embo...

Their circular bulla forms — originally protective amulets worn in antiquity — are richly ornamented with twisted wirework, beaded borders, and intricate granulation intended to emul...

Its coagulant effect was renowned, and for this reason, Roman soldiers often carried it as an amulet of protection and courage.

This structural balance between the large, multi-layered central diamond—complete with concentric stepped borders of contrasting bright orange, magenta, and deep green—and the flanki...

These rosary-type prayer bead necklaces were often used by Buddhist monks in temple rituals and worn by Samurai as amulets of protection. This particular piece features a wonderful,...

The rug is framed by multiple borders, the most dominant being a dynamic sequence of multicolored lozenges, echoing ancient amulet patterns used across the Caucasus as talismanic pro...

The pendant attaches to a 14k white gold chain with a nice lobster clasp. Eye-shaped amulets are often worn as talismans to ward off the evil eye, and this necklace can be worn for g...

At the heart of the rug is a striking, rectangular deep indigo panel populated by floating tribal amulets and geometric floral stars, centered around an ancient, four-part organic me...

Small latch-hook devices outlining the medallions function as protective amulets intended to repel the evil eye and safeguard the household.

Faithful dogs symbolize guardianship over the family home, and stylized human figures commemorate loved ones, births, and ancestral memory. Protective muska amulets, S-hooks inspired...

Antique 19th century Chinese porcelain shard amulet pendants, dating from the Qing Dynasty, set in 8k gold setting.

Nestled delicately between the primary infinite motifs are minute tribal geometric stars and ancient amulets, highlighting the weaver’s profound individual expression within a sacred...

Vertically framing the main axis are beautifully detailed, rectangular cartouches enclosing ancient hook-shaped tribal amulets. The masterful control over natural vegetable dyes is o...

The scarab held profound meaning in ancient Egyptian culture, symbolizing rebirth, transformation, and the eternal cycle of life. Often fashioned as amulets or incorporated into fun...

The dramatic central field is beautifully balanced by floating multi-colored geometric stars and small tribal amulets that populate the corners of the inner canvas.

Framing the main vertical axis are masterfully detailed rectangular cartouches enclosing ancient geometric symbols and archaic tribal amulets. The exquisite control over natural vege...

Nestled inside each primary hexagonal medallion are ancestral geometric amulets and highly stylized, core motifs that reflect a deeply rooted cultural heritage, showcasing the weaver...

Flanking the central medallion are pairs of ancient, ivory ground double S motifs and stylized tribal amulets, while the lower section of the blue niche opens into a secondary madder...

This interior canvas is populated by rows of meticulously repeating, multi-colored geometric medallions and small ivory-accented square amulets that traditionally symbolize ancestral...

Ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans used malachite for jewellery and ground it to use as eye shadow. It is used in amulets to protect against the evil eye. In the Middle Ages, it w...

The highly active composition of the runner beautifully showcases the spontaneous artistic freedom characteristic of authentic tribal weavings, decorated with floating geometric amul...

The dramatic central arch is crowned by deep indigo blue spandrels, intricately filled with repeating tribal floral sprigs and geometric amulets. Framing this sacred central layout i...

The exceptional clarity of the angular outlines specifically the nested internal details of the central geometric motifs and the precisely executed secondary amulets scattered throug...

The exceptional clarity of the angular outlines specifically the precise geometric linework within the diamonds the flanking vertical abstract pillars and the small scattered geometr...

This rare late 19th century Antique runner highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric composition featuring a dense all over diagonal lattice grid of multi colored diamond amulets ...

Nestled inside each major diamond are ancient, geometric tribal amulets and traditional star motifs that were woven to symbolize protection, heritage, and spiritual alignment.

Rare Tibetan or Mongolian Gau Box Front with Garuda and Guardian Lion Tibet or Mongolia, 19th Century Dimensions: 7 × 9 × 2 cm Weight: 36 grams Material: Solid silver Provenance: Tib...

The exceptional clarity of the angular outlines—specifically the internal nested checkerboard details of the central medallions and the precisely executed secondary amulets scattered...

The exceptional clarity of the angular outlines specifically the internal serrated details of the tree motifs and the precisely executed secondary diamond amulets scattered throughou...

With the arrival of Christianity in the 4th century, Bes became a sort of demon or evil genius, although he must have retained a certain protective meaning, given that amulets bearin...

These are framed by stepped outlines radiate kinetic energy, invoking amuletic shapes meant to ward off evil and channel protection.

Traditionally used to store the ingredients for paan—including betel nut and lime—they could also safeguard jewellery, coins, amulets, or other treasured possessions. As gifts exchan...

Zev Raban, a major Bezalel artist, also designed products for various artistic cooperatives that were under the control of Bezalel: for Moshe Murro, Bezalel amulet artist, Raban desi...

Initially, a small gourd fulfilled this purpose, occasionally serving as an amulet and later adopted as a sake flask. This custom originated in the 16th century, and during the early...

Noted: By far the most prolific amulet in ancient Egypt, the scarab was believed to be imbued with particular protective powers that warded off evil and attracted good fortune to the...

A hook is attached to the top of the skull, from which hangs a ring made of the same material, designed to allow it to be worn as a pendant or amulet. This pendant can also be interp...

A hook is attached to the top of the skull, from which hangs a ring made of the same material, designed to allow it to be worn as a pendant or amulet. This pendant can also be interp...

The design features a tightly packed, repeating sequence of stylized zoomorphic or amuletic motifs, arranged in vertical columns. This dense, continuous repetition creates a powerful...

Therefore, all kinds of beliefs and amulets claiming to protect travelers and merchants proliferated.

The most recognisable forms of faience are small figures of gods, animals, shabtis, jewellery, amulets, scarabs, and vessels.

Agate is useful as a protection amulet when traveling, and is especially effective against traffic accidents.

The outstretched wings signify protection and spiritual ascension, qualities that elevated the winged scarab to one of the most revered symbols in Egyptian religion. Often fashioned...

In some religions this work of art is a protective amulet. It is a talismanic symbol that people believed to protect them from harm against the evil eye and bring them goodness, abun...

In many religions it is a protective amulet. It is a magical talismanic symbol that people believed to protect them from harm and would bring them goodness, abundance, fertility, luc...

Cowrie shells are a material that has been used in this region as currency, amulets, and symbols of authority, and it is thought that they were sewn on as a symbolic element that goe...

In many religions it is a protective amulet. It is a magical talismanic symbol that people believed to protect them from harm and would bring them goodness, abundance, fertility, luc...

Circa 1250–1350 This very rare and important medieval magical or amuletic ring is crafted in high purity silver and partially fire-gilded.

The medallion interior is a deep dark brown field containing a large ivory stepped cross or sunburst with four projecting arms, each terminating in a stepped hook, and at the very ce...

Therefore, all sorts of beliefs and amulets proliferated, promising protection for travelers and merchants.

This is also the reason why Christians originally wore a cross around their necks as an amulet to keep demons away. These sorts of superstitious beliefs lie behind the Christian dest...

Brunini Body Armor Collection features sterling silver time traveler pendants, functioning sundials, compass pendants, and fire-blasted sterling silver cuffs.. These amulets can be p...

In all religions it is a protective amulet. It is a talismanic symbol that people believed to protect them from harm against the evil eye and bring them goodness, abundance, fertilit...

Brunini Body Armor Collection features sundial rings, water buffalo horn earrings, sterling silver time traveler pendants, functioning sundials, compass pendants, and fire-blasted st...