Antique Lotus

malevolent yet playful creature is often depicted disguised as a pilgrim or priest, or wearing a lotus leaf

stylized scrolling vines and blooming lotus flowers rendered in muted tones of pale blue and gold. The

lotus base and the pillar stem is shaped to resemble a small temple shrine, a hollowed alcove for a

symbolic elements of dragons and lotus flowers. This cabinet crafted from solid pine wood and constructed

dragons and lotus flowers in green glaze over pale yellow glazed ground, mounted on ebonized wooden stands

lotus blossom. From the collection of Frances and Gary Comer. Additional Dimensions: Dorje: 4.25"W x 1

. Trailing vines and large, stylized blossoms—including lotus and peonies—cascade inward from the corners and

is framed with scrolling foliage, gilt highlights and soft pink lotus motifs, all characteristic of

flowers, within a steel blue border of realistic lotuses. The pattern is asymmetric as to be expected from

Bright enamels with birds and prunus. Interior decorated with carp and pinwheel lotus design

intricate detail. A layered border of scrolling acanthus leaves and stylized lotus motifs envelops the field

A nice hand-carved antique, Chinese Celadon Jade Pendant depicting floral and lotus carving with 3D

& lotus blossoms identifies Li Bai's real-world home in Zhuxi (which means "Bamboo Stream") at

Corinthian capital evolved from earlier forms, including the Egyptian lotus-flower capital. It is composed of

and they must have been popular in the interwar period also. A jade green border with lotuses frames

pendant lotus and surrounded by diminutive attendants. Notes As in the story of Mayadevi giving birth to

raised on lotus carved paw feet.

Northern Thai workshops of the classic Lan Na tradition. Seated in meditation upon a lotus base and

depicts Ganesh in his classical four-arm seated form on s double-lotus throne. He is characterized

, lotuses, peonies, chrysanthemums, and plum blossoms on delicate tables, vases and bowls. Whimsical

, stylized lotus medallions, characteristic of the finest antique rugs produced during the Republican Era

-carved with egg & dart, lotus blossom and rosettes, with turned spindles on the seatback for lightweight

heart lies a powerful central medallion in a rich crimson hue, composed of a stylized lotus rosette – a

main border features repeating lotus blossoms, bordered on the inside by a Greek key fret motif and an

system—featuring a primary golden-yellow border decorated with scrolling lotus vines and a secondary

lotus-form base. The sculpture is exceptionally heavy and substantial, underscoring its quality of

Chinese Ming Style Fahua Meiping Vase. The vase featuring raised lotus plants, carp and grasses

, a few carefully curated Floral Sprigs or Auspicious Symbols—likely peonies or lotus blossoms—are

upward. At the base, small lotus leaves can be seen, while on the reverse, in a small space free from the

Burmese and Pyu traditions. At the same time, the headdress, facial structure, and lotus base reflect a

shaping festive mooncakes. Packed with lotus root, red bean, or other regional fillings, mooncakes are a

attendants, with a flying bird decorating his shield. Beneath the handles are scrolling lotus buds while rays

carving and lotus leaves, all terminating in brass castors. Height 91.00 centimetres. Height of seat

of the floral motifs truly shine. Scattered across this field are stylized peonies and lotus blossoms

seated form, with truncated tusks, oversized ears and protruding belly. The deity is seated on a lotus

transitions between panels. The circular base is similarly treated, decorated with lotus petals and scrolling

, expertly incised to suggest movement and depth. Below the bridge, lotus blossoms and broad leaves emerge

traditional elements of the Herati “fish” design in its field and highly stylized, symbolic lotus palmette

Elegant French Louis XVI wingback bergere carved with flowers, lotus-leaf, acanthus and ribbon

sweeping cabriole leg with carved scrolls and lotus leaf foliage with reeded detailing supported by a T

seated posture atop a circular lotus base, holding a ritual object, and wearing an ornate crown and

ancient symbolism of the blue lotus—opening each morning and closing at night—a sacred emblem of renewal

. Delicate palmettes, blooming lotus forms, and serrated saz leaves are arranged in a harmonious, symmetrical

. The lid is topped with a lotus bud finial. The tureen has an oval shape, featuring two handles

) and the lotus (symbolizing purity)—that appear to “float” organically near the curved edges. The

meaning. Lotus flowers symbolize perfection and enlightenment, while a human face on the handle depicts

eight objects include a hand fan, a double gourd, a flower basket, a fish drum, a lotus flower, a sword

like a lily pad and etched floral decoration. A brass lotus blossom form light fixture at the top

. Upon its front and back sides are painted: 5 color clouds – omens of peace, lotus – purity of mind

Antique Burmese wooden Buddha standing on a lotus base, with gilded gold and inlay of colorful

hand-painted blue and white, with a dense ground of scrolling peonies, lotus blossoms, and butterflies

walled-in pagoda and the open gazebo, each with flowering stems including lotuses and paeonies; and a

Hand-carved wooden Buddhist Monks with traces of gilding, atop a lotus blossom. Left: Kasyapa, the

, serrated palmettes and stylized lotus heads in terracotta and muted rust, linked by slender vine tendrils

Fine netsuke in the form of a lotus flower, within whose foliage hides a small frog. The realistic

age. There is also a minor loss at the rear of the lotus pedestal. However, the statue and its base

with layers of geometric fretwork, including the classic Greek key motif, and stylized lotus blooms