Antique Calligraphy

calligraphy. Created in Japan during the early years of the 20th century, this red lacquered food box

A Chinese leather trunk from the early 20th century, with original lacquered finish and calligraphy

A Chinese antique black vertical sign from the 19th century, with gold calligraphy. Created in

A Chinese Ming Dynasty style shop sign console table from the early 20th century, with calligraphy

therefore two lights, the top of the lamp decorated with a band of calligraphy, the base with engraved

A large Chinese hand carved shop sign from the early 20th century, with calligraphy. Created in

calligraphy and carved handle. Born in China during the early years of the 20th century, this charming lunch

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period white porcelain vase with painted flowers, objects and calligraphy

Handblown Mosque glass oil lamp in Mameluke style gilded with Arabic Calligraphy Middle Eastern

elaborate Moorish designs decorated with medallions of Arabic calligraphy inscriptions. The brass vase

vessel with a deep blue glaze and having a band of incised Islamic calligraphy to the top, the baluster

carved in wood in a splendid calligraphic style. The frame is enhanced by red and black original paint

Large and elaborate calligraphy drawing featuring Diana, goddess of the hunt, riding a stag, signed

This beautiful, unique red lacquered stand is a stunning showcase for calligraphy horsehair brushes

A charming Chinese Calligraphy in Underglaze Blue Vase. The poem was written by a great poet Su

quiet record of the past. While brush calligraphy is still practiced in Japan today, it is no longer as

A rectangular Qing Dynasty period shop sign panel from the 19th century with calligraphy and

stylized flowers and octagonal medallions along the body containing calligraphy. Condition is very good.

beautifully painted calligraphy inscriptions. These elegant stands reflect the artistry and cultural

's. This suzuribako (portable calligraphy tansu) has three drawers and a lidded top section, made of

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...

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

, with calligraphy and carved handle. Born during the early years of the 20th century, this antique

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...

An old Chinese lacquered fabric over wood lidded box with hand-painted calligraphy and iron braces

A Chinese two-panel screen from the early 20th century, with carvings, gilt motifs and calligraphy

with calligraphy in gold leaf. Later frames in black lacquer with profiled leaf-gilded moldings

calligraphy and iron accents. Created in China during the early years of the 20th century, this food basket

A red and black armoire with calligraphy and brass hardware from 1800s, China. This Chinese armoire

floral décor on two sides, alternating with calligraphy on the two others. Showcasing decorative ring

textured ground highlighting black calligraphy, the edges adorned with carved gilt motifs. Ready for a

textured ground highlighting black calligraphy, the edges adorned with carved gilt motifs. Ready for a

A metal-thread calligraphic panel (hizam) from the kiswa of the holy ka'ba probably Ottoman Egypt

「天高」「瑞雲」 are boldly depicted in various calligraphy styles. The right-hand scroll has a very unique

A Qing dynasty period shop sign from the 19th century with carved and gilded calligraphy, made into

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...

calligraphy. Created in China during the first quarter of the 20th century, each of this pair of vertical

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...

A fantastically decorative pen and ink calligraphy composition celebrating the life of a Maria

in coral red, and powerful Chinese calligraphy script in black ink, with a coral red stamped six

calligraphy and accompanied by a rendering of the dedicatee’s coat of arms. The prints come from a diverse

hold the water that is added to the inkstone while grinding the ink stick, used for calligraphy. The

calligraphy, the circular brass frame is in set with a compass and a hinged sundial gnomon shaped like a camel

paintings (kakejiku) depicting pairings of birds, plants and calligraphy (right to left): 1 & 2) a poem

embroidered robes (scholar, warrior, beauty, etc.), framed by calligraphy couplets and floral sprigs; lion

scroll paintings (kakejiku) depicting pairings of birds, plants and calligraphy (right to left): 1 & 2

person in elaborate calligraphy, framed in complimentary frames. This book can be found in The Royal

calligraphy, metal corners, cartouche form brass plaque on top with monogram, brass ring side handles and lid

calligraphy "Longevity" carving on the front and a central decorative hand painted scenes of reverse painting

circular motifs, and even stylized calligraphy. These elaborate designs tell stories of the cultures that

rooted in calligraphic tradition. Dimensions: approximately 8.5 in H x 5.75 in W. Weight: approximately

chiselled strokes still catch the light, revealing the calligraphic precision and aesthetic sensitivity of

Kansai (1814-92) and calligraphy with his brother-in-law Tomioka Tessai (1836-1924), who was married to

. The body is richly decorated with symmetrical motifs reminiscent of Arabic calligraphy. The foot

literati. It served not only as a practical tool for calligraphy but as a profound symbol of the owner's

Set alongside the four treasures of the study - the calligraphy brush, ink, paper, and inkstone - a

with Yokoyama Kazan (1784-1837). Kahô studied painting under Mori Kansai (1814-92) and calligraphy with