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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

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

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

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

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Wood

Antique Blue Glass Islamic Mamluk Calligraphy Basin Bowl Lobmeyr or Brocard 1880
Antique Blue Glass Islamic Mamluk Calligraphy Basin Bowl Lobmeyr or Brocard 1880

Antique Blue Glass Islamic Mamluk Calligraphy Basin Bowl Lobmeyr or Brocard 1880

By Philippe-Joseph Brocard , J.L Lobmeyr

Located in Portland, OR

The pale blue basin is finely & beautifully hand-decorated with enameled polychrome decoration, having Kufic inscriptions in cartouches featured along the top and bottom, and decorat...

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1880s French Islamic Antique Calligraphy

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Glass

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

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

Antique Chinese Calligraphy Ink Stones in Box Great Condition, ca 1900-1930
Antique Chinese Calligraphy Ink Stones in Box Great Condition, ca 1900-1930

Antique Chinese Calligraphy Ink Stones in Box Great Condition, ca 1900-1930

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Antique Chinese Calligraphy Ink Stones in Box Great Condition, ca 1900-1930.

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19th 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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

Chinese Apothecary Cabinet, 19th Century
Chinese Apothecary Cabinet, 19th Century

Chinese Apothecary Cabinet, 19th Century

$6,400

H 73 in W 44.5 in D 21 in

Chinese Apothecary Cabinet, 19th Century

Located in Astoria, NY

Chinese Black Lacquered Apothecary Cabinet, 19th century, labels with calligraphy to the faces of the 54 drawers. 73" H x 44.5" W x 21" D.

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Islamic Art in the Orient, Ornamental Title Page with Ottoman Mosque, 1924
Islamic Art in the Orient, Ornamental Title Page with Ottoman Mosque, 1924

Islamic Art in the Orient, Ornamental Title Page with Ottoman Mosque, 1924

Located in Langweer, NL

Richly decorated in soft blue, gold, and silver tones, the composition combines Islamic calligraphy, Ottoman architectural forms, celestial motifs, and ornamental borders into a high...

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Early 20th Century Turkish Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Paper

Green Mosque Window, Bursa Turkey, Islamic Architectural Ornament Print, 1924
Green Mosque Window, Bursa Turkey, Islamic Architectural Ornament Print, 1924

Green Mosque Window, Bursa Turkey, Islamic Architectural Ornament Print, 1924

Located in Langweer, NL

Above the window, an elegant pointed arch encloses an intricate decorative panel combining floral ornament with calligraphic elements. The carefully balanced geometry and subtle pale...

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Early 20th Century Turkish Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Paper

Late 18th Century Ottoman Engraved Bronze Inkwell
Late 18th Century Ottoman Engraved Bronze Inkwell

Late 18th Century Ottoman Engraved Bronze Inkwell

$713

H 1.97 in W 9.85 in D 1.58 in

Late 18th Century Ottoman Engraved Bronze Inkwell

Located in Madrid, ES

This elegant writing accessory reflects the sophisticated artistic and cultural traditions of the Ottoman Empire, where calligraphy and the written word occupied a central place in i...

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1790s Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Syrian Damascus Ewer in Silver-Inlaid Copper
19th Century Syrian Damascus Ewer in Silver-Inlaid Copper

19th Century Syrian Damascus Ewer in Silver-Inlaid Copper

$5,464

H 23.63 in W 14.97 in D 10.24 in

19th Century Syrian Damascus Ewer in Silver-Inlaid Copper

Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR

The surface is entirely decorated with stylized Arabic calligraphy, scrolling foliage, geometric medallions and motifs inspired by Mamluk metalwork.

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19th Century Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Silver, Copper

Meiji Period Gold Maki-e Phoenix & Chrysanthemum Suzuribako
Meiji Period Gold Maki-e Phoenix & Chrysanthemum Suzuribako

Meiji Period Gold Maki-e Phoenix & Chrysanthemum Suzuribako

Located in Taichung, TW

They functioned not only as practical tools for calligraphy but also as ultimate symbols of the owner's cultural refinement and noble status.

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19th Century Japanese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood, Urushi lacquer

Pair of Islamic Architectural Ornament Prints, Konya Mosque Inscriptions, 1924
Pair of Islamic Architectural Ornament Prints, Konya Mosque Inscriptions, 1924

Pair of Islamic Architectural Ornament Prints, Konya Mosque Inscriptions, 1924

Located in Langweer, NL

The composition highlights the remarkable integration of calligraphy and architecture that characterizes medieval Islamic design.

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Early 20th Century Turkish Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Paper

Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Bamboo Brush Pots with Scholar Relief Carvings
Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Bamboo Brush Pots with Scholar Relief Carvings

Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Bamboo Brush Pots with Scholar Relief Carvings

Located in Kastrup, DK

Both pieces are finely decorated with carved scholar figures in relief alongside calligraphic inscriptions to the reverse. Presented in original condition with beautiful age patina,...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Bamboo

Ayia Sophia Mosque Entrance, Konya – Seljuk Islamic Architectural Print, 1924
Ayia Sophia Mosque Entrance, Konya – Seljuk Islamic Architectural Print, 1924

Ayia Sophia Mosque Entrance, Konya – Seljuk Islamic Architectural Print, 1924

Located in Langweer, NL

This plate captures the elegance and precision of Seljuk stone carving, where geometric structure, calligraphic ornament, and architectural harmony merge into a unified decorative pr...

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Early 20th Century Turkish Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Paper

Two 18th Century Ottoman Qur'an Manuscript Folios with Gilded Decoration
Two 18th Century Ottoman Qur'an Manuscript Folios with Gilded Decoration

Two 18th Century Ottoman Qur'an Manuscript Folios with Gilded Decoration

Located in Nottingham, GB

They reveal how colour, illumination, and calligraphic hierarchy guided both the eye and the voice through the act of recitation.

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18th Century Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Paper

Tall Japanese 6-panel folding screen with kachôga painting
Tall Japanese 6-panel folding screen with kachôga painting

Tall Japanese 6-panel folding screen with kachôga painting

$5,265

H 69.18 in W 1,453.55 in D 0.67 in

Tall Japanese 6-panel folding screen with kachôga painting

Located in Amsterdam, NL

The panels with calligraphy are sealed by the artists. The polychrome paintings are executed in the same style on a paper ground, mounted with a border of gold leaf speckled paper, s...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Silk, Wood, Lacquer, Paint, Paper

Karatay Madrasa Portal, Konya – Islamic Architectural Ornament Print, 1924
Karatay Madrasa Portal, Konya – Islamic Architectural Ornament Print, 1924

Karatay Madrasa Portal, Konya – Islamic Architectural Ornament Print, 1924

Located in Langweer, NL

The architectural design reflects the sophisticated blend of mathematics, calligraphy, and decorative art that characterizes medieval Islamic architecture.

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Early 20th Century Turkish Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Paper

Collection of Nine 18th Century Tropical Botanical Engravings by Georg Dionysius
Collection of Nine 18th Century Tropical Botanical Engravings by Georg Dionysius

Collection of Nine 18th Century Tropical Botanical Engravings by Georg Dionysius

By Georg Dionysius Ehret

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

Each is dedicated to a prominent person in elaborate calligraphy and accompanied by a rendering of the dedicatee’s coat of arms.

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18th Century German Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Paper

Antique Admiral's Writing Station, English, Walnut, Stationery Case, Regency
Antique Admiral's Writing Station, English, Walnut, Stationery Case, Regency

Antique Admiral's Writing Station, English, Walnut, Stationery Case, Regency

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Superb craftsmanship with a delightfully practical nature and excellent form Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout Select walnut stocks present fine grain int...

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1820s British Regency Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Brass

Tall Japanese 6-panel folding screen with kachôga painting
Tall Japanese 6-panel folding screen with kachôga painting

Tall Japanese 6-panel folding screen with kachôga painting

$5,268

H 69.18 in W 1,453.55 in D 0.67 in

Tall Japanese 6-panel folding screen with kachôga painting

Located in Amsterdam, NL

On the background a kingfisher (kawasemi) and a Japanese tit (shijûkara) are perched in a blooming plum tree (ume). The panels with calligraphy are sealed by the artists. The polych...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Calligraphy

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Silk, Wood, Lacquer, Paint, Paper

Green Mosque Window with Arabesques, Bursa Ottoman Architecture Print, 1924
Green Mosque Window with Arabesques, Bursa Ottoman Architecture Print, 1924

Green Mosque Window with Arabesques, Bursa Ottoman Architecture Print, 1924

Located in Langweer, NL

The combination of calligraphy, geometry, and floral decoration reflects the sophisticated artistic language that distinguished early Ottoman architecture and decorative arts.

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Early 20th Century Turkish Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Paper

Antique Oushak Turkish Medallion Gray With Beige Carpet - c. 1920
Antique Oushak Turkish Medallion Gray With Beige Carpet - c. 1920

Antique Oushak Turkish Medallion Gray With Beige Carpet - c. 1920

Located in New York, NY

A discreet central medallion anchors the design, while scattered tribal symbols and linear elements create a poetic, almost calligraphic rhythm across the surface. The wide border, p...

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1920s Turkish Oushak Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wool

Bronze waterdropper or suiteki sculpted in the form of an hare
Bronze waterdropper or suiteki sculpted in the form of an hare

Bronze waterdropper or suiteki sculpted in the form of an hare

Located in PARIS, FR

These tools are regarded as treasures of Asiatic culture because they symbolize the prominence of calligraphy in literary and pictural tradition. Japan – Meiji era (1868-1912) Hei...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Calligraphy

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Bronze

1890s Antique Ivory Chinese Bird Of Paradise Medallion Large Size Peking Rug
1890s Antique Ivory Chinese Bird Of Paradise Medallion Large Size Peking Rug

1890s Antique Ivory Chinese Bird Of Paradise Medallion Large Size Peking Rug

Located in New York, NY

The open field is sparsely populated with delicate, naturalistic floral motifs, butterflies, and symbolic branches, executed with a charming, almost calligraphic simplicity. Measuri...

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1890s Chinese Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wool

Antique Islamic Moorish Arab Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid & Carved Table Morocco 1890
Antique Islamic Moorish Arab Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid & Carved Table Morocco 1890

Antique Islamic Moorish Arab Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid & Carved Table Morocco 1890

Located in Portland, OR

A fine antique walnut Islamic Moorish carved and inlaid Mother-of Pearl table, with Islamic calligraphy, Moroccan work, circa 1890. The table top is deeply and finely carved with ge...

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Late 19th Century Moroccan Moorish Antique Calligraphy

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Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut

Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Trumpet Shaped Vase
Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Trumpet Shaped Vase

Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Trumpet Shaped Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

Red medallions with calligraphic inscriptions are visible on the central part and the bell.

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Enamel

1890s Fine Floral Medallion Design Signed Late 19th Khorassan Moud Knotted Rug
1890s Fine Floral Medallion Design Signed Late 19th Khorassan Moud Knotted Rug

1890s Fine Floral Medallion Design Signed Late 19th Khorassan Moud Knotted Rug

Located in New York, NY

Surrounding the field, the border incorporates panels of calligraphic cartouches, adding depth and cultural resonance to the piece.

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1890s West Asian Khorassan Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wool

Large Japanese Antique Apothecary Cabinet, Kusuri-Dansu with Glass doors 1870s
Large Japanese Antique Apothecary Cabinet, Kusuri-Dansu with Glass doors 1870s

Large Japanese Antique Apothecary Cabinet, Kusuri-Dansu with Glass doors 1870s

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

At the center is a glass-fronted display compartment, inside which the name “Kikuya” remains written in brush calligraphy. Both the glass cabinet section and the calligraphic name si...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Agate

Antique Chinese Burled Scroll Pot, Early 19th Century
Antique Chinese Burled Scroll Pot, Early 19th Century

Antique Chinese Burled Scroll Pot, Early 19th Century

$3,680

H 26.75 in W 25.75 in D 18.25 in

Antique Chinese Burled Scroll Pot, Early 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

Among the many esteemed objects of the traditional Chinese scholar’s studio was the scroll pot, a large container for storing one's collection of landscape paintings, poetry and work...

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Early 19th Century Chinese Organic Modern Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Burl

Antique Chinese Scholar's Fruit Inkstone, Late 19th Century
Antique Chinese Scholar's Fruit Inkstone, Late 19th Century

Antique Chinese Scholar's Fruit Inkstone, Late 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

A fixture of the Chinese scholars' studio, the inkstone was among the "Four Treasures of the Study" and was used in calligraphy and landscape painting along with paper, ink and brush.

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Stone

"Sacred to the Memory of...General George Washington" Engraving by John Donlevy
"Sacred to the Memory of...General George Washington" Engraving by John Donlevy

"Sacred to the Memory of...General George Washington" Engraving by John Donlevy

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

One such tribute is this calligraphic engraving by John I. Donlevy, intaglio-chromographic and electrographic engraver.

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1870s American Victorian Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Paper

Edo Period Korin Style Maki-e and Raden Deer Suzuribako
Edo Period Korin Style Maki-e and Raden Deer Suzuribako

Edo Period Korin Style Maki-e and Raden Deer Suzuribako

Located in Taichung, TW

It houses a remarkably complete and perfectly preserved suite of scholar's tools, including an inkstone, a pure silver water dropper, calligraphy brushes, a paper cutting knife, and ...

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18th Century Japanese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood, Urushi lacquer

Antique Gold Maki-e and Raden Uchiwa Fan Suzuribako
Antique Gold Maki-e and Raden Uchiwa Fan Suzuribako

Antique Gold Maki-e and Raden Uchiwa Fan Suzuribako

$8,200

H 4.5 in W 22.5 in D 25.5 in

Antique Gold Maki-e and Raden Uchiwa Fan Suzuribako

Located in Taichung, TW

This piece houses a perfectly preserved, complete suite of writing implements, including an inkstone, a water dropper, calligraphy brushes, and a paper cutting knife. The brushes and...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Calligraphy

Materials

Wood, Urushi lacquer

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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.