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Pair of Antique Beautiful Japanese Satsuma Vases with Ladies Playing Calligraphy
Pair of Antique Beautiful Japanese Satsuma Vases with Ladies Playing Calligraphy

Pair of Antique Beautiful Japanese Satsuma Vases with Ladies Playing Calligraphy

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A japanese stsuma earthenware pair of vases of baluster shape, moulded with a scene with ladies playing go and doing calligraphy. There is relief. Unmarked Additional information: ...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Early 20th Century Grain Basket with Red Calligraphy and Braces
Chinese Early 20th Century Grain Basket with Red Calligraphy and Braces

Chinese Early 20th Century Grain Basket with Red Calligraphy and Braces

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese antique grain basket from the early 20th century, with red calligraphy. Created in China during the early years of the 20th century, this grain basket features a square tap...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

Antique Set Of Calligraphic Ink Blocks, Japanese, 8 Pieces, Meiji, Victorian
Antique Set Of Calligraphic Ink Blocks, Japanese, 8 Pieces, Meiji, Victorian

Antique Set Of Calligraphic Ink Blocks, Japanese, 8 Pieces, Meiji, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

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

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Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Composition

Japanese Taishō Period Red Lacquered Tiered Food Box with Black Calligraphy
Japanese Taishō Period Red Lacquered Tiered Food Box with Black Calligraphy

Japanese Taishō Period Red Lacquered Tiered Food Box with Black Calligraphy

Located in Yonkers, NY

Adorned with black calligraphy on the front and resting on a scalloped base, this Japanese Taisho red lacquered box will bring a pop of color to any home décor!

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

Handblown Mosque Glass Lamp in Mameluke Style Gilded with Arabic Calligraphy
Handblown Mosque Glass Lamp in Mameluke Style Gilded with Arabic Calligraphy

Handblown Mosque Glass Lamp in Mameluke Style Gilded with Arabic Calligraphy

Located in Madrid, ES

Handblown Mosque glass oil lamp in Mameluke style gilded with Arabic Cursive Calligraphy Middle Eastern Mosque lamp in the Islamic tradition, Moorish style etched blown clear glass w...

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1880s Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Cut Glass

Chinese 19th Century Black Vertical Sign with Gold and Red Calligraphy
Chinese 19th Century Black Vertical Sign with Gold and Red Calligraphy

Chinese 19th Century Black Vertical Sign with Gold and Red Calligraphy

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese antique black vertical sign from the 19th century, with gold calligraphy. Created in China during the 19th century, this tall and narrow wooden sign features a black ground...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

Chinese Antique Leather and Brass Trunk with Original Lacquer and Calligraphy
Chinese Antique Leather and Brass Trunk with Original Lacquer and Calligraphy

Chinese Antique Leather and Brass Trunk with Original Lacquer and Calligraphy

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese leather trunk from the early 20th century, with original lacquered finish and calligraphy. Created in China during the early years of the 20th century, this leather trunk f...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Brass

K32 Old Japanese Art, Calligraphy by Takagi Masatoshi, the Blind Politician
K32 Old Japanese Art, Calligraphy by Takagi Masatoshi, the Blind Politician

K32 Old Japanese Art, Calligraphy by Takagi Masatoshi, the Blind Politician

Located in Niiza, JP

Picture Sheet: W790×H330mm Framed: W1050×H415×D28mm, 3.5kg Estimate packing size: (sandwiched with 5-10mm plywood): 10cm x 125cm x 50cm, 10kg Japanese Politician Japan's first blin...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Acrylic, Paper, Bamboo

Chinese Early 20th Century Shop Sign Console Table with Carved Calligraphy
Chinese Early 20th Century Shop Sign Console Table with Carved Calligraphy

Chinese Early 20th Century Shop Sign Console Table with Carved Calligraphy

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Ming Dynasty style shop sign console table from the early 20th century, with calligraphy and cylindrical legs. Created in China during the early years of the 20th century, ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

Large Chinese Early 20th Century Hand Carved Shop Sign with Calligraphy
Large Chinese Early 20th Century Hand Carved Shop Sign with Calligraphy

Large Chinese Early 20th Century Hand Carved Shop Sign with Calligraphy

Located in Yonkers, NY

A large Chinese hand carved shop sign from the early 20th century, with calligraphy. Created in China during the early years of the 20th century, this shop sign features Chinese char...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Rattan Nested Lunch Basket with Carved Handle and Calligraphy
Antique Chinese Rattan Nested Lunch Basket with Carved Handle and Calligraphy

Antique Chinese Rattan Nested Lunch Basket with Carved Handle and Calligraphy

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese antique rattan two-tiered nested lunch basket from the early 20th century, with calligraphy and carved handle. Born in China during the early years of the 20th century, thi...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Qing Dynasty White Porcelain Vase with Painted Flowers, Objects and Calligraphy
Qing Dynasty White Porcelain Vase with Painted Flowers, Objects and Calligraphy

Qing Dynasty White Porcelain Vase with Painted Flowers, Objects and Calligraphy

Located in Yonkers, NY

The vase is adorned with delicately painted flowers and objects, alternating with elegant calligraphy, each brushstroke reflecting the skilled hand of the artisan.

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Porcelain

Handblown Mosque Glass Lamp in Mameluke Style Gilded with Arabic Calligraphy
Handblown Mosque Glass Lamp in Mameluke Style Gilded with Arabic Calligraphy

Handblown Mosque Glass Lamp in Mameluke Style Gilded with Arabic Calligraphy

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Handblown Mosque glass oil lamp in Mameluke style gilded with Arabic Calligraphy Middle Eastern Mosque lamp in the Islamic tradition, Moorish style hand painted blown clear glass wi...

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Early 20th Century Asian Moorish Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Blown Glass

Antique Chinese Wooden Sign Board with Calligraphy from the 19th Century
Antique Chinese Wooden Sign Board with Calligraphy from the 19th Century

Antique Chinese Wooden Sign Board with Calligraphy from the 19th Century

Located in Yonkers, NY

This antique Chinese horizontal sign board made during the 19th century displays Chinese characters carved in wood in a splendid calligraphic style. The frame is enhanced by red and ...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

1888 Calligraphy of Diana, Goddess of the Hunt, Riding a Stag
1888 Calligraphy of Diana, Goddess of the Hunt, Riding a Stag

1888 Calligraphy of Diana, Goddess of the Hunt, Riding a Stag

Located in York County, PA

Large and elaborate calligraphy drawing featuring Diana, goddess of the hunt, riding a stag, signed and dated 1888: Late 19th century American pen and ink calligraphy, executed i...

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1880s Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Paper

Chinese Calligraphy "Ode to The Red Cliffs" in Underglaze Blue Vase
Chinese Calligraphy "Ode to The Red Cliffs" in Underglaze Blue Vase

Chinese Calligraphy "Ode to The Red Cliffs" in Underglaze Blue Vase

Located in Norton, MA

A charming Chinese Calligraphy in Underglaze Blue Vase. The poem was written by a great poet Su Shi (1037-1101) in Song Dynasty.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Brass

Antique Asian Red Coral and Purple Stone Calligraphy Brush Set with Stand
Antique Asian Red Coral and Purple Stone Calligraphy Brush Set with Stand

Antique Asian Red Coral and Purple Stone Calligraphy Brush Set with Stand

Located in Toronto, ON

This beautiful, unique red lacquered stand is a stunning showcase for calligraphy horsehair brushes, each crafted from antique pieces of bone, coral, and purple semi-precious stone.

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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Coral

19th Century Qing Dynasty Shop Sign Panel with Calligraphy and Distressed Patina
19th Century Qing Dynasty Shop Sign Panel with Calligraphy and Distressed Patina

19th Century Qing Dynasty Shop Sign Panel with Calligraphy and Distressed Patina

Located in Yonkers, NY

The panel features a clean, minimalist silhouette, adorned with traditional Chinese calligraphy that conveys the cultural and commercial essence of its time.

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

3 Piece Antique Chinese and Japanese Bowls Calligraphy Japan, 19th century
3 Piece Antique Chinese and Japanese Bowls Calligraphy Japan, 19th century

3 Piece Antique Chinese and Japanese Bowls Calligraphy Japan, 19th century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely bowl, 1 japanese and 1 chinese gaiwain. Both with lovely bird scene. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Plates Region of Origin: China Period: 19th c...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Early 20th C. Chinese Porcelain Hat Stands with Calligraphy Inscriptions
Pair of Early 20th C. Chinese Porcelain Hat Stands with Calligraphy Inscriptions

Pair of Early 20th C. Chinese Porcelain Hat Stands with Calligraphy Inscriptions

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A refined pair of Chinese porcelain hat stands dating to the early 20th century, featuring beautifully painted calligraphy inscriptions. These elegant stands reflect the artistry and...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Porcelain

Late Qing Dynasty Rattan Tiered Lunch Box with Carved Handle and Calligraphy
Late Qing Dynasty Rattan Tiered Lunch Box with Carved Handle and Calligraphy

Late Qing Dynasty Rattan Tiered Lunch Box with Carved Handle and Calligraphy

Located in Yonkers, NY

The basket features a circular lid adorned with elegant black calligraphy, adding a touch of cultural sophistication to its design.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Chinese Early 20th Century Brown and Red Two-Panel Screen with Calligraphy
Chinese Early 20th Century Brown and Red Two-Panel Screen with Calligraphy

Chinese Early 20th Century Brown and Red Two-Panel Screen with Calligraphy

Located in Yonkers, NY

Showcasing gilded calligraphy in the center, the panels are adorned with carved flowers and foliage at the bottom.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

8th C. Tenpyo Edo/Meiji Inscribed Kanzeonji Temple Tile InkstoneーZen Calligraphy
8th C. Tenpyo Edo/Meiji Inscribed Kanzeonji Temple Tile InkstoneーZen Calligraphy

8th C. Tenpyo Edo/Meiji Inscribed Kanzeonji Temple Tile InkstoneーZen Calligraphy

Located in 足利市, JP

It effortlessly bridges archaeological sacred antiquity, Japanese calligraphy heritage, and minimalist modern sculpture.

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Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Terracotta

Old Chinese Lacquered Fabric over Wood Box with Calligraphy and Iron Braces
Old Chinese Lacquered Fabric over Wood Box with Calligraphy and Iron Braces

Old Chinese Lacquered Fabric over Wood Box with Calligraphy and Iron Braces

Located in Yonkers, NY

Its surface is graced with hand-painted calligraphy, a form of art that speaks volumes of the rich cultural heritage from which it stems, while iron braces add to its robust charm.

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19th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Chinese Nested Bamboo and Rattan Food Basket with Calligraphy and Iron Accents
Chinese Nested Bamboo and Rattan Food Basket with Calligraphy and Iron Accents

Chinese Nested Bamboo and Rattan Food Basket with Calligraphy and Iron Accents

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese antique rattan three-tiered nested food basket from the early 20th century, with calligraphy and iron accents. Created in China during the early years of the 20th century, ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Iron

19th Century Red and Black Chinese Armoire with Calligraphy and Brass Hardware
19th Century Red and Black Chinese Armoire with Calligraphy and Brass Hardware

19th Century Red and Black Chinese Armoire with Calligraphy and Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A red and black armoire with calligraphy and brass hardware from 1800s, China. This Chinese armoire is made of red and black painted wood with brass hardware, and its doors are adorn...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Brass

10 Lacquer Calligraphy Panels, Later Mounted as a Screen, Late 18th Century
10 Lacquer Calligraphy Panels, Later Mounted as a Screen, Late 18th Century

10 Lacquer Calligraphy Panels, Later Mounted as a Screen, Late 18th Century

Located in Kastrup, DK

Set of 10 (8 wide + 2 smaller) panels with original thick red lacquer with calligraphy in gold leaf. Later frames in black lacquer with profiled leaf-gilded moldings Fusian provinc...

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Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

Chinese Qing 19th Century Altar Vase with Hand-Painted Flowers and Calligraphy
Chinese Qing 19th Century Altar Vase with Hand-Painted Flowers and Calligraphy

Chinese Qing 19th Century Altar Vase with Hand-Painted Flowers and Calligraphy

Located in Yonkers, NY

Created in China during the Qing Dynasty, this altar vase features a narrow flaring neck showcasing an opening of 3.5" diameter, accented with a gilt trim, leading our eye to discove...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Antique Shop Sign with Calligraphy Made into a Black Coffee Table
Chinese Antique Shop Sign with Calligraphy Made into a Black Coffee Table

Chinese Antique Shop Sign with Calligraphy Made into a Black Coffee Table

Located in Yonkers, NY

Created in China, this coffee table captures our immediate attention with its striking red textured ground highlighting black calligraphy, the edges adorned with carved gilt motifs.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Shop Sign with Calligraphy Made into a Black Coffee Table
Antique Chinese Shop Sign with Calligraphy Made into a Black Coffee Table

Antique Chinese Shop Sign with Calligraphy Made into a Black Coffee Table

Located in Yonkers, NY

Created in China, this coffee table captures our immediate attention with its striking red textured ground highlighting black calligraphy, the edges adorned with carved gilt motifs.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

K27 Japanese Antiques A large hanging scroll, calligraphy monk Ink on paper
K27 Japanese Antiques A large hanging scroll, calligraphy monk Ink on paper

K27 Japanese Antiques A large hanging scroll, calligraphy monk Ink on paper

Located in Niiza, JP

Ink on paper, Scroll head: wood Image size: 740(W) x 1070(H) [mm] Scroll mounting: 890(W) x 1840(H) [mm] 750g Estimated packing size: 140(W) x 140(H) x 1950(D) [mm] 4kg Dynamic Si...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Fabric, Paper

Japanese Antique Wabi-Sabi Panel with Layered Washi and Calligraphy, late 19th C
Japanese Antique Wabi-Sabi Panel with Layered Washi and Calligraphy, late 19th C

Japanese Antique Wabi-Sabi Panel with Layered Washi and Calligraphy, late 19th C

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

These base layers often preserve traces of daily life, sometimes including handwritten notes or fragments of correspondence, offering a quiet record of the past. While brush calligr...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Paper

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Shop Sign with Calligraphy Made into a Coffee Table
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Shop Sign with Calligraphy Made into a Coffee Table

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Shop Sign with Calligraphy Made into a Coffee Table

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Qing dynasty period shop sign from the 19th century with carved and gilded calligraphy, made into a coffee table. This Qing dynasty shop sign from the 19th century, originally a re...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

Chinese or Japanese Ink Stone for Calligraphy in Mother of Pearl box
Chinese or Japanese Ink Stone for Calligraphy in Mother of Pearl box

Chinese or Japanese Ink Stone for Calligraphy in Mother of Pearl box

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Interesting and have piece. Must be an inkstone. The cover is with mother of pearl with a box where flowers are growing from. Very happy piece. Additional information: Material: Por...

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Early 1900s Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Porcelain

K15 Japanese Antiques art A hanging scroll of Set of Three Calligraphy Pieces
K15 Japanese Antiques art A hanging scroll of Set of Three Calligraphy Pieces

K15 Japanese Antiques art A hanging scroll of Set of Three Calligraphy Pieces

Located in Niiza, JP

paint size:560(W)× 1330(H) [mm]  Scroll Mount size :690(W)× 2020(H) [mm] alligraphy, Set of Three 「天高」「瑞雲」 are boldly depicted in various calligraphy styles. The right-hand scroll h...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Paper

Pair of Chinese 1920s Red and Black Lacquered Signs with Hand Carved Calligraphy
Pair of Chinese 1920s Red and Black Lacquered Signs with Hand Carved Calligraphy

Pair of Chinese 1920s Red and Black Lacquered Signs with Hand Carved Calligraphy

Located in Yonkers, NY

A pair of Chinese red and black signs from the early 20th century with hand carved and lacquered calligraphy. Created in China during the first quarter of the 20th century, each of t...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

Chinese Square Stool with Hoofed Legs and Hand-Painted Calligraphy, c. 1900
Chinese Square Stool with Hoofed Legs and Hand-Painted Calligraphy, c. 1900

Chinese Square Stool with Hoofed Legs and Hand-Painted Calligraphy, c. 1900

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This Chinese stool was crafted from Ironwood, which is more unique than its more abundant elmwood counterparts. The ironwood provides the stool with a stunning texture. Originating f...

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Early 20th Century Asian Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

Late 19th C Memento Mori Calligraphy In memory of Maria Arthur Manchip Died 1899
Late 19th C Memento Mori Calligraphy In memory of Maria Arthur Manchip Died 1899

Late 19th C Memento Mori Calligraphy In memory of Maria Arthur Manchip Died 1899

Located in Lowestoft, GB

A fantastically decorative pen and ink calligraphy composition celebrating the life of a Maria Arthur Manchip who dies 1899.

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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Antique Chinese Coral Red Lions Foo Dog Calligraphy Hat Stand Vase Qing c.1911
Antique Chinese Coral Red Lions Foo Dog Calligraphy Hat Stand Vase Qing c.1911

Antique Chinese Coral Red Lions Foo Dog Calligraphy Hat Stand Vase Qing c.1911

Located in Richmond, CA

Antique Chinese late Qing dynasty early 20th century porcelain hat stand vase, reticulated with quatrefoils to the round cylindrical body, hand painted with a pair of large and small...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Of Late 19th / Early 20th Century Middle Eastern Engraved Brass Vessels
Pair Of Late 19th / Early 20th Century Middle Eastern Engraved Brass Vessels

Pair Of Late 19th / Early 20th Century Middle Eastern Engraved Brass Vessels

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Right vessel - Features a slightly more compressed calligraphy layout with a highly pronounced central scroll motif.

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Early 20th Century Moorish Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Brass

Antique Chinese Lacquered Tea Tray, 19th Century
Antique Chinese Lacquered Tea Tray, 19th Century

Antique Chinese Lacquered Tea Tray, 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

Crafted of a fine-grained wood, this elegant Chinese tray from the late Qing dynasty (1644-1911) once served tea or displayed a scholar's collection of fine calligraphy tools. The re...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

19th C. Japanese Black Lacquer Nagamochi Storage Trunk with Metal Mounts
19th C. Japanese Black Lacquer Nagamochi Storage Trunk with Metal Mounts

19th C. Japanese Black Lacquer Nagamochi Storage Trunk with Metal Mounts

Located in Austin, TX

The hinged lid opens to reveal a paper- lined interior incorporating Japanese calligraphy and printed material. Metal corner mounts, lock plates and carrying hardware accent the blac...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Lacquer

3 Framed Historic Vellum Documents in Latin & Early English Script
3 Framed Historic Vellum Documents in Latin & Early English Script

3 Framed Historic Vellum Documents in Latin & Early English Script

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Historic vellum document written in Latin and early English script, featuring dense calligraphic text and traditional red ruling that frames the composition.

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Early 1800s English Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

Hand Painted Persian Manuscript Page Miniature Painting Shirin Bathing, 1800s
Hand Painted Persian Manuscript Page Miniature Painting Shirin Bathing, 1800s

Hand Painted Persian Manuscript Page Miniature Painting Shirin Bathing, 1800s

Located in Studio City, CA

The work features a woman (Shirin ) bathing in a rocky pool while a horseman (Khosrow) looks on from horseback and is painted in the classic Persian miniature style and is bordered b...

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19th Century Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Paint, Paper

Fine Chinese Square Corner Table, 19th Century
Fine Chinese Square Corner Table, 19th Century

Fine Chinese Square Corner Table, 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

Originally a writing table for painting, calligraphy and viewing scrolls, the elegant table is ideal today as a statement desk or dining table.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Elm

Large Middle Eastern Chased and Repousse Copper Vase -- 48 Inches
Large Middle Eastern Chased and Repousse Copper Vase -- 48 Inches

Large Middle Eastern Chased and Repousse Copper Vase -- 48 Inches

Located in New York, NY

Very large antique (19th century) MIddle Eastern vase measuring 48 1/2 inches tall and 18 1/2 inches across with repousse and chased designs including Arabic calligraphy and other Is...

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1920s Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Copper

A Pair of Chinese Scholar's Armchairs with Round Arms
A Pair of Chinese Scholar's Armchairs with Round Arms

A Pair of Chinese Scholar's Armchairs with Round Arms

Located in Chicago, IL

The chairs feature the classic horseshoe-inspired round arms that gracefully flow into the back posts Scholar's chairs were an important part of the Chinese literati tradition, furn...

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1890s Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Elm

Antique Syrian Judaica Mamluk Style Silver Inlaid Covered Box
Antique Syrian Judaica Mamluk Style Silver Inlaid Covered Box

Antique Syrian Judaica Mamluk Style Silver Inlaid Covered Box

Located in Long Island City, NY

The exterior is densely decorated with foliate scrolls and arabesques in the Damascus style, centered by calligraphic panels. The hinged lid opens to reveal a patinated interior, whi...

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19th Century Unknown Primitive Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Silver, Brass

Antique Islamic Brass Basin With Engraved Motifs
Antique Islamic Brass Basin With Engraved Motifs

Antique Islamic Brass Basin With Engraved Motifs

Located in Long Island City, NY

The vessel is engraved with arabesque motifs, geometric borders, and stylized Arabic calligraphy. Antique Islamic Vessels And Home Decor Collectibles.

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19th Century Unknown Islamic Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Brass

Lacquered Chinese Calligrapher's Table, 19th Century
Lacquered Chinese Calligrapher's Table, 19th Century

Lacquered Chinese Calligrapher's Table, 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

Known as a calligrapher’s table, this expansive Chinese writing table once gave a Qing-dynasty (1644-1911) scholar-official ample space to paint or practice calligraphy. To cultivate...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Elm

Chinese Reeded Leg Painting Table, 19th Century
Chinese Reeded Leg Painting Table, 19th Century

Chinese Reeded Leg Painting Table, 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

Originally a writing table for painting, calligraphy and viewing scrolls, the 19th-century Chinese table has a long, rectangular top and rests on simple corner legs.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Elm

Large Spanish Alhambra Porcelain Vase w/ Islamic/Moorish Decoration & Caligraphy
Large Spanish Alhambra Porcelain Vase w/ Islamic/Moorish Decoration & Caligraphy

Large Spanish Alhambra Porcelain Vase w/ Islamic/Moorish Decoration & Caligraphy

Located in New York, NY

Below this calligraphic band, the lower body is adorned with large palmette reserves filled with stylized leaf scrolls outlined in dark brown on a buff ground and filled with lapis b...

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1870s Spanish Islamic Antique Calligraphy

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Earthenware

Antique Japanese Blue & White Octagonal Imari Serving Plate Platter 11"
Antique Japanese Blue & White Octagonal Imari Serving Plate Platter 11"

Antique Japanese Blue & White Octagonal Imari Serving Plate Platter 11"

Located in Dayton, OH

Framed by a geometric, stylized and scrolled inner border with calligraphy and a dense floral and foliage pattern.

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19th Century Japanese Victorian Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Yellow Chinese Apothecary Medicine Cabinet with 67 Drawers
19th Century Yellow Chinese Apothecary Medicine Cabinet with 67 Drawers

19th Century Yellow Chinese Apothecary Medicine Cabinet with 67 Drawers

Located in Somis, CA

Each drawer is beautifully labeled in delicate, hand-written Chinese calligraphy denoting the names of traditional herbs, and thoughtfully divided into four interior compartments for...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood

Meiji Period Lacquer box with Gold/Silver Maki-e of Flowing Water, Moon, Autumn
Meiji Period Lacquer box with Gold/Silver Maki-e of Flowing Water, Moon, Autumn

Meiji Period Lacquer box with Gold/Silver Maki-e of Flowing Water, Moon, Autumn

Located in Fukuoka, JP

The box is complete with its inkstone (硯) and water dropper (水滴), the full set of calligraphy implements (書道具).

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1880s Japanese Meiji Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Gold, Silver

1931 Welsh Co-operative Society Illuminated Presentation Address
1931 Welsh Co-operative Society Illuminated Presentation Address

1931 Welsh Co-operative Society Illuminated Presentation Address

Located in Nottingham, GB

The combination of calligraphy, photography and hand-coloured ornament gives the work qualities of both social history and Welsh folk art.

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Early 20th Century Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Paper, Glass, Oak

Large Table / Desk Quin Style
Large Table / Desk Quin Style

Large Table / Desk Quin Style

Located in Kastrup, DK

“Large Chinese scholar’s and calligraphy table, also known as a painter’s table, in Qing style.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Elm

Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Lacquer Travelling Jewellery Case Late 19th Century
Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Lacquer Travelling Jewellery Case Late 19th Century

Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Lacquer Travelling Jewellery Case Late 19th Century

Located in Nottingham, GB

Constructed from lacquered wood, the case features a decorative Peking glass front together with intricate calligraphic and floral decoration. Original period brass carrying handles ...

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Late 19th Century Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Brass

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Antique Calligraphy For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique calligraphy for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and paper. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of antique calligraphy — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A choice in our collection of antique calligraphy is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Folk Art, Art Deco and Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of antique calligraphy that is appealing in its simplicity, but Emad Al-Molk Qazvini Hasani, J. & L. Lobmeyr Company and J. & L. Lobmeyr produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Calligraphy?

The average selling price for a piece of antique calligraphy at 1stDibs is $1,600, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $25,000 for the highest priced.