Antique Calligraphy

Please note that while this calligraphy was mounted for posterity, there are signs of age-related discoloration (yellowing), rubbing, and repairs to damage.

This exceptional antique Middle Eastern copper ewer is a striking example of traditional metalwork, richly adorned with intricate hand-engraved Arabic calligraphy and finely detailed...

A striking Chinese gilt and black lacquer calligraphy panel dating to the 19th century, during the Qing dynasty.

An antique sideboard carrying the hand of the person who painted it, ink florals and calligraphy that have watched over a hundred years of rooms before this one.

A pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty period shop signs with inlaid blue and white porcelain calligraphy and black/dark brown lacquered ground. Presenting a unique pair of Chinese Qing Dyna...

A substantial Islamic aftaba (water ewer), produced in either Qajar Persia or the Ottoman Empire during the mid-19th century. Entirely hand-raised from copper sheet, it retains its t...

Originally designed as a calligraphy table (work table), it was intended for laying out paper and practicing calligraphy, as well as other artistic purposes.

Chinese porcelain guardian lion vase with calligraphy, polychrome enameling, and applied gilt bat-form handles, dating to the first half of the 20th century.

The principal sides are decorated with Arabic calligraphic inscriptions cast in relief, set against finely stippled recessed grounds within shaped cartouches.

With an impressive array of 72 petite drawers and four more of generous size, this cabinet offers a unique storage solution, each drawer featuring remnants of hand-painted calligraph...

Their richly aged red and gold surfaces, expressive calligraphy and visible history would bring considerable character to a traditional or eclectic interior.

A Chinese antique cabinet from the 20th century, with inlaid calligraphy motifs, inner shelves and drawers. Created in China during the 20th century, this antique cabinet features an...

The back on the other hand is adorned with calligraphy. With its complimenting colors and lovely décor, this Chinese Qing Dynasty porcelain altar vase from the 19th century will make...

The body is arranged in vertical panels filled with bold Arabic calligraphy, separated by exposed copper bands and enclosed within scrolling foliate borders.

Ottoman Turkish Brass Inkwell Qalamdan with Arabic Calligraphy Writing.An antique 19th century brass decorated Islamic Turkish Qalamdan.An antique Turkish Brass Inkwell Qalamdan with...

The vessel's surface is further accentuated by discreet calligraphy, thoughtfully painted at the base of its neck, adding an element of sophistication and historical depth to the pie...

Stylized foliate ornament and floral forms decorate the borders and corners, softening the strong geometry of the calligraphic composition. Calligraphy occupies a central position w...

Adorning the belly of the planter, elegant calligraphy adds a layer of cultural significance and artistic expression, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.

Painting of a perforated garden stone with red bamboo growing behind. Chinese zekku poem reads, "Returning home to my grass hut on a spring evening," by the Tang-poet Qian Qi. Screen...

A single two-sided Qur'an manuscript leaf with beautiful hand inked calligraphy with gilt borders and a gilt cartouche with calligraphic decoration.

Antique Japanese Porcelain Plate Calligraphy Warriors Marked Base, 19th Century Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Plates Region of Origin: Japan Period: 19...

Guan Zi Zai is a beautiful artistic calligraphy in China ink on Xuan paper realized by the Chinese artist Sheng Zuoshan in March 1920.

Adorned with figures in the front and calligraphy motifs in the back, the vase shows a nicely weathered appearance and a seal on the underside.

Finely engraved and chased decoration combines Arabic calligraphy, scrolling arabesques, stylized foliage, lotus-like palmettes, interlaced geometric borders and densely patterned gr...

Engraved and hand-chased Arabic Islamic calligraphy and geometric arabesque and floral designs on polished brass vase.

Created in China during the early years of the 20th century, this lacquered leather trunk features a rectangular lid opening thanks to a traditional brass lock, to reveal a fabric li...

The reverse of each vase is adorned with vertical calligraphic inscriptions, adding a literary dimension and underscoring the traditional pairing of painting and poetry in Chinese de...

An impressive large 19th-century Islamic tinned copper basin, richly hand-engraved with monumental Arabic calligraphy, intricate arabesques and densely worked geometric ornament in t...

The warm earthy colors and beautiful Islamic calligraphy woven into this piece work together creating a curated look while becoming an instant conversation piece.

The style of this specific Tansy Chest is particular as it features calligraphy motifs, which are rare and unusual, although there are examples in the market.

The tablet is engraved with Arabic devotional calligraphy containing the revered Nad-e Ali invocation, one of the most significant prayers within Shi'a Islamic tradition, calling upo...

Group of 6 colorful pages of a 19th century North African prayer book with expressive calligraphic script in black ink with red, green and yellow highlights.

The principal band is particularly striking, displaying large Arabic calligraphic cartouches executed in a monumental thuluth-style script.

This substantial group, 98 pieces, of one-of-a-kind slips with painted hand calligraphy appeals to book lovers and antiquity sleuths We believe them to be circa 1900 , Qing dynasty a...

Arabic Calligraphy of praying is a precious manuscript reporting Islamic Sacred Verses in an ancient calligraphy style.

Most notable is the sophisticated border, which features large teal and forest green cartouches containing elegant Persian calligraphy, a rare decorative element that suggests a cust...

The reverse etched with calligraphic inscriptions. Several age cracks in the wood but nothing structural and all carving is in great condition with no chips or missing pieces.

The jar features a robust, slightly faceted cylindrical form, its exterior divided into vertical panels that are meticulously adorned with deeply incised Chinese calligraphy. Each pa...

For collectors and decorators, these signs offer both visual impact and cultural depth, reflecting early 20th-century Chinese craftsmanship and the enduring resonance of traditional ...

The elaborate metalwork has been described historically as Qur’anic or Koranic calligraphy. However, because the inscriptions have not been independently translated, they are identif...

Strong plate impression with crisp detail in the calligraphic strokes. Framing tips: A minimalist black or dark rosewood frame with a cream or soft parchment-coloured mount will enh...

The combination of silver inlay, bold calligraphy and refined engraved decoration creates a striking decorative object with strong historical character.

Antique Joseon Dynasty (possibly Li Dynasty period) needlepoint textile silk showing a blue water vase decorated with a peacock and flowers, with calligraphy at the upper right. Tr...

Whether poetic verses, blessings, or ornamental calligraphy, these inscriptions celebrate the importance of language, spirituality, and artistry in Moroccan culture.

Great piece of cloisonne. Japanese- Russian War period. Japanese imperial plate with the Kikumon depicted. Often used at Military rituals or ceremony’s such as drinking Sake, there...

Paired vertical panels of calligraphy are framed by Europeanized lotus, ruyi-cloud, and acanthus-like ornament.

Poems refer to moon gazers. Ink on mulberry paper with a silk brocade border. Seals read: Roku-roku sai.

The design and Islamic Calligraphy are both exquisitely produced with marvellous brushstrokes and calligraphy technique.

A dark brown late Qing Dynasty ceramic wine jug with hand-painted calligraphy and a timeworn patina. This antique vessel features a rich, dark glaze that highlights its organic, slig...

Its surface is further embellished with meticulously designed calligraphy, a quintessential element of Asian art that infuses the piece with cultural significance.

A large Qing Dynasty period black signboard from the 19th century, with red calligraphy. Crafted during the 19th century Qing Dynasty, this large signboard once adorned a temple, gui...

This is a large antique calligraphic ink block. A Chinese, boxed soot ink printing stone, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

With a wood coloured base this signboard (crafted entirely from wood) highlights 3 large gold coloured Chinese Characters. The signboard dates to the early 20th Century and has aged ...

With a wood coloured base this signboard (crafted entirely from wood) highlights two large red coloured Chinese Characters. The signboard dates to the early 20th Century and has aged...

The box features a black lid adorned with painted calligraphy, resting gracefully on two independent compartments.

This is set of 8 antique calligraphic ink blocks. A Chinese, boxed set of printing shapes, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

This is an antique set of 8 calligraphic ink blocks. A Chinese, cased set of printing shapes, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

The deep blue of the calligraphy stands out against the light tones of the jar, making it a visually striking piece.

Indian wood panel depicts Arabic calligraphy, Muslim prayer praising God, prophet Mohammed and Imam Ali, shaped in the form of a falcon, late 19th century.  

Bao Xiang is a beautiful artistic calligraphy in China ink on Xuan paper realized by a Chinese artist commonly called Ya Chun in the early 1900.