Antique Drinking Vessels

It closely resembles the figurative drinking vessels that Kuba elites—particularly men—used to drink palm wine (maan), a sweetly sour alcoholic beverage. 

Tumbler cups have been used as drinking vessels throughout the Georgian era, especially in ships and carriages in order to stop spillages they are still used to this day as prizes or...

Incorporating twin hanging loops to the shoulders well used, burnished and patinated leather English, circa 1680-1700.  

Ceramic jugs with thier original spouts. They are porcelain with an antique rose pink glaze highlighted with gilt bands and floral decoration.

The Cup was originally silver plated, now cleaned, with traces of original silvering. Twin handled drinking vessels or 'loving cups' are less common in the 18th century in plated ...

Behind the fruit, a striking contrast of materials animates the scene: a tall engraved silver beaker, a dark green glass, and a richly toned gilt covered drinking vessel. The artist ...

The image of the bird on the spout of a drinking vessel carries a symbolic association, with particular significance as a poison-averting force (see: Ernst J.

Their striking design and excellent craftsmanship make them not only functional drinking vessels but also beautiful decorative pieces that can enhance any table setting.

Imbibement was Li Bai's method of poetic inspiration, and the reference upon this vessel meant for alcohol consumption is no accident, making it the quintessential Chinese Export Sil...

Large drinking silver and horn vessel

The particularly vivid slip colours it is decorated with were fashionable for a period during the 1820s and 1830s. The art of drinking from these vessels is to suck the liquid up fro...

An 18th century Swedish quaich or drinking vessel in bent ash covering over a staved oak body with oak handle.

19th Century English leather pint sized drinking vessel having stitched construction and nice patination.

Nupe women were well-known for their skill in shaping drinking vessels. Everyday objects, like this gourd water vessel, received detailed attention.

A 19th century Chinese ritual bronze drinking vessel with archais Taotie decoration.

Lovely pair of Scottish treen drinking vessels with brass rims, bases and handles, the center and borders decorated with embedded brass wire twisted strands.

A superb example of a German silver-plated cow horn drinking vessel or centerpiece made by the World-famous silver manufacturers Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik commonly called WMF.

Rare 18th c. Swedish burlwood vessles, one with a bulb shape, and the other with tapering straight sides and incised turning to lip

A one-handled drinking vessel called a piggin, in alternating staves of sycamore and mahogany with feathered edge, having willow banding.

Based on the ancient Celtic communal drinking vessel, this substantial piece measures 10.5" (27cm) tall and 9" (23cm) in width and depth, with a weight of 43.6 troy ounces.

The tapering ovoid body cast with a Bacchic procession between bands of grapes and vines, the scroll handle surmounted with a bronze seated winged Cherub holding a drinking vessel. ...

A rare and early, 1660's, English oak wainscott chair in superb condition having a most unusual and not previously documented contemporaneous carving depicting a bottle of stout or w...

Antique late-19th century German very rare solid silver novelty boot shaped drinking vessel, very decorative and ornate in design, chased with scrolling foliage, a double headed eagl...

Exquisite pair of carved Italian marble sphinx cornucopias after the model of the ancient drinking vessels of the Sassanian period.   Stock Number: SC113

Antique Arts and Crafts carved wooden drinking vessel A carved Russian Kovsh, a boat-shaped drinking vessel originally intended for mead.

The Kovsh is a traditional drinking vessel or ladle from Russia. Versions in precious metals and stones were produced as gifts to be given by the royal family for services to the state.

Dimensions of: H: 24 x L: 19 x W: 12.5cm Originally, the rhyton was an antique terracotta or metal drinking vessel measuring approximately 25 centimeters in height, the shape of w...

This woodland scene depicts three boys relaxing under a large oak tree with bags and drinking vessels. They sit at the edge of a beaten track that leads into the distance.

This is the first time we have come across this design of drinking vessel over all of the years. Height: 2.2 inches, 5.5cm.

The upper portion of this impressive drinking vessel is encircled with a Fine engraved simplified intertwined vine and leaf motif decorated border below two bands of tooled decoratio...

Kokoshnik mark: Δ, Delta (Moscow***). A kovsh is a drinking vessel/ladle traditionally used for serving and drinking mead.

An ancient Greek Campanian pottery rhyton or drinking vessel, dating to circa 350 BC. The lower part beautifully modelled in the form of a ram's head, the creature with curled, ri...

The surface of the antique silver chalice is plain and unembellished. The drinking vessel is supported by a hallmarked baluster shaped knopped pedestal.

The surface of the antique silver chalice is plain and unembellished. The drinking vessel is supported by a hallmarked baluster shaped knopped pedestal.

The exceptional cast sterling silver pedestal has been modelled in the form of a vine accented with grape cluster and foliate designs in junction with the drinking vessel. The exc...

This is particularly apparent in the standardized form of the ukhamba, a communal vessel used for drinking sorghum beer. Carrying into the present notions of mutuality and sociabilit...

Although Newcastle specialised in the production of drinking vessels, this is the first time we have seen a coconut cup coming from this small centre of silver production.

A beautiful glass shape, the beaker is a purely functional drinking vessel. This example fits nicely into the hand, as it would have done millennia ago at social gatherings or sympo...

Vase or drinking cup in cornucopia form, attributed to Rudolf Linke, dating from the late nineteenth century and measuring 13 1/4 by 8 inches. Weight 672 g, 23.7 oz. With standin...

This impressive large-format plate presents two examples of the kantharos, an ancient Greek drinking vessel distinguished by its elegant stemmed form and exceptionally high looping h...

The shape is closely derived from Japanese tea ceremony and sake drinking vessels (guinomi), reflecting Gallé’s deep scholarly fascination with Far Eastern botanical and decorative a...

Kendi are pouring and drinking vessels found throughout Southeast Asia since ancient times.

The kovsh is a Russian traditional drinking vessel or ladle, a boat shaped vessel with a single handle , wooden versions have been excavated from as early as the 10th century.

The Antique Brass Water Drinking Pot, or Lota, showcases intricate engraving on durable brass, originating from South Asia. Its rounded body with a narrow neck facilitated daily wate...

Weight: An accurate weight of silver cannot be provided as cup has a coconut shell drinking vessel. Maker: Thomas Phipps & Edward Robinson.

The ancient Greeks wore amethyst and carved drinking vessels from it in the belief that it would prevent intoxication.

A revival of interest in the coconut arose again in Georgian England when they were mounted in precious metals such as silver and were used as drinking vessels. Bringing together Geo...

In the mid-fifteenth century landed gentry owned goblets and other drinking vessels crafted in silver. Since then, the goblet has remained almost entirely unchanged in its form and, ...

In the early 19th century, following the Bunka (1804-1817) and Bunsei (1818-1829) eras of the Edo Period (1603-1868), porcelain kilns throughout Japan copied the forms and designs of...

In the early 19th century, following the Bunka (1804-1817) and Bunsei (1818-1829) eras of the Edo Period (1603-1868), porcelain kilns throughout Japan copied the forms and designs of...

Excellent matched pair of antique French Renaissance "Hunt" Style Trophy or Drinking Horns~~c. 1880s-1890s In 19th century Europe, these horns were awarded as "trophies" for hunt...

An impressive antique Irish silver vase or vessel in the shape of a traditional Irish silver Mether mead drinking cup.

In the early 19th century, following the Bunka (1804-1817) and Bunsei (1818-1829) eras of the Edo Period (1603-1868), porcelain kilns throughout Japan copied the forms and designs of...

There is inserted a flat drinking vessel with widened edge into the stunningly decorated bowl.

The maker's mark is clearly shown on page 133 of Jackson's, "Silver & Gold Marks", and it would appear that he specialised in eating and drinking vessels. Porringers were used to eat...

Albert Genick Large Framed Chromolithograph of an Ancient Greek Vase, 1883 Berlin, 1883 This large folio chromolithograph shows an ancient Greek red-figure vase of monumental form, ...

Modern design vase in a captivating olive green hue subtly transitions to a warm golden tone, exuding an air of elegance. Its distinctive shape sets it apart, showcasing an understat...

This authentic antique terracotta water jug is a beautifully aged example of traditional earthenware pottery, handcrafted using time-honored techniques. The vessel features a classic...

This authentic vintage Italian jug, featuring a handcrafted composite cast body wrapped in rich brown leather and ornate double handles for easy carrying. The antique rustic finish a...

Stunning One-of-a-Kind Large Tankard in Ceramic/Stoneware with Richly Decorated Relief Motif of Wedding Couple and Angels Ivory base color, partly painted in green and red, with an ...

Fantastic, large vintage ceramic in a rich pine green with light and darker parts from the middle of the last century. The vase has an elegant shape, the outer wall of the upper part...

Vintage Italian blue faceted Murano glass bowl blown in Sommerso technique / designed by Mandruzzato, circa 1960s / Made in Italy Measures: Diameter 5 inches, height 3 inches 1 avail...

A Khmer vase transformed in to a table lamp. Of baluster shape with an attractive brown yellow ocker glaze. Dating from the 15th-16th century this vase is situated at the end of the ...

These two royal portraits are a major historical testimony to the stay of the Comte d'Artois (the future Charles X) and his family in Edinburgh in 1796-1797. Given by the sitters to ...

Beautiful Dutch Demijohn. Hand blown bottle; with naval battle scene. Portrait of dutch admiral martin tromp, "The bravest and most skillful enemy then known to the english navy". Ra...

A substantial, jumbo size, hand‑crafted malachite box made from genuine stone, prized for its extra‑large size, measuring an impressive 8 inches by 6 inches—a rare scale for malachit...

English Gothic Revival-style (19th Century) walnut full size bed with carved finial posts. (Includes: headboard, footboard, rails)

This beautiful rustic desk or sidetable was made in Northern Spain around 1760. The top is made from one ! solid plank of chestnut that is 1,18 inch thick. It is joined to the base w...

Over the years, British design company Linley has developed expertise in creating scaled versions of famous architectural buildings including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the R...

Portrait of Barbara Palmer 1st Duchess of Cleveland 1640-1709, half-length wearing a red dress and portrayed within a cartouche. Circa 1680 Oil On Canvas 28 x 21 in 70.56 x 52.92 ...

Fine 19th Century Oil on Canvas Portrait of a Young Woman in large gilt gesso frame .unsigned. Identity of the sitter as yet unknown. The artist has managed to capture her ethereal b...

Oil Painting manner of Richard Cosway "Natalie" 1813 - 1880 Portrait bequeathed to Mrs William from the Duchess of Wellington in 1865 then by her to her son col. Whalley Wickham in 1...