Antique Lotus

Dating to circa 1900, this antique Vietnamese ceramic pedestal, traditionally associated with Annamese pottery, is distinguished by its rich turquoise-green glaze and sculptural lotu...

The sumptuous burgundy field unfolds as a flourishing garden filled with lotus blossoms, peonies, Shah Abbasi palmettes, and radiant rosettes.

The symbols traditionally comprise the White Conch Shell, representing the far-reaching sound of Buddhist teachings; the Endless Knot, signifying the interdependence of wisdom and co...

The statue's serene facial expression, coupled with its finely detailed lotus base, enhances its spiritual significance, reflecting the deep-rooted Buddhist beliefs in Nepal.

Padmasambhava, whose Sanskrit name means “Lotus-Born,” is more widely known throughout Tibet as Guru Rinpoche, or the “Precious Guru.”

The disciplined symmetry reflects the celebrated precision of Tabriz craftsmanship, giving this stunning masterwork the commanding presence of an heirloom conceived for an important ...

Green Tara occupies the center of the composition, depicted with her characteristic green complexion and surrounded by flowering lotuses and an elaborate aureole. She is accompanied ...

One depicts sagi (egrets) wading in a lotus pond, another shows a family of uguisu (warblers) perched on plum branches, and the third portrays suzume (sparrows) among peonies.

The Hehe Erxian, the Immortals of Harmony and Union, descend from the Tang dynasty poet-monks Hanshan and Shide, whose companionship made them emblems of concord; they were formally ...

It features decorative patterns of lotus and chrysanthemum flowers, vines, and dragons.

At the heart of the design lies a meditative repetition of stylized florals and vine scrolls, framed by a richly detailed border of lotus blossoms, cloud bands, and organic motifs.

Each medallion is framed in a squared floral motif, symbolizing balance and unity, while stylized lotus blossoms and rosettes dot the surrounding space.

The field is decorated with a symmetrical allover pattern of flowering vines, lotus blossoms, and stylized maple leaves, rendered in soft beige, dusty peach, pale blue, and deep indi...

The underside is engraved with a floral Lotus pattern symbolizing the indestructible ground of the universe and protection.

In Persian symbolism, the iconic lotus motif represents purity, rebirth, and spiritual enlightenment, while radiant rosettes symbolize the sun and the eternal cycle of life.

Brass drop handles hand from either end and a round lock plate secures the lid, cast in low relief with lotus flowers, folk symbols and auspicious objects.

The Buddha is depicted seating on a plinth throne in an "Adamantine" position (Vajrasana), with his legs crossed and the soles of both feet turned up (also known as double lotus posi...

In Persian symbolism, the lotus represents purity, rebirth, and cosmic balance, reinforcing the spiritual serenity that permeates the design.

The background features a window overlooking a tranquil pond with delicate lotus flowers and slender bamboo, rendered with vibrant colors and meticulous detail.

Shah Abbasi palmettes and lotus blossoms convey immortality, rebirth, and spiritual purity, while lilies signify devotion and transcendence.

A broad main border frames the composition with a running chain of large, serrated palmettes and stylized lotus heads in terracotta and muted rust, linked by slender vine tendrils on...

The field of the rug is richly decorated with a repeating damask-style pattern of stylized lotus flowers, peonies, and ornate foliage arranged in mirrored vertical columns.

A wide outer border frames the field with Chinese dragon iconography and blooming lotus blossoms-symbols of strength, transformation, and purity.

Separating the bulbous body from the gracefully tapering neck is an ornamental band incorporating stylized shou (longevity) characters within scrolling lotus and foliate decoration, ...

This understated visual effect is complemented by a stylized floral border that incorporates elements of traditional Chinese symbolism, including flame motifs and lotus leaves. The ...

Drawing on the clean lines, bold geometry, and refined simplicity of the Western Art Deco movement while incorporating the ancient symbolic vocabulary of Chinese art — dragons, crane...

It is made of a milky white opaque glass which has been over-laid with an orange glass and then hand carved and polished to produce a beautiful scene of ducks and lotus flowers, diff...

He is surrounded by a carefully arranged celestial assembly of Buddhist figures, teachers, and lineage masters, each positioned within individual aureoles against a richly coloured l...

Ebonized seat frame and turned lotus carved tapered legs with casters.

Special Japanese Antique Interior Lighting Choice, One-Of-A-Kind Japan, a handsome large antique Temple Lotus Bronze Lantern enhanced with new interior red panels and a new electric...

During the early period of the U-Thong style, the Ushnisha (the prominent bump on the top of Buddha's head) was fashioned in the shape of a lotus bud, such as in this statue, which h...

The semi-shallow circular bowl is moulded with subtle vertical ribs that divide the exterior into softly rounded segments, creating a gentle lotus-like profile. The deep black exteri...

The intricate detailing in the sculpture, particularly in the headdress and the lotus pedestal, showcases the craftsmanship of the period, where artisans strived to capture divine se...

This sculptural object is the lid to a Yuan-dynasty (1271-1368) offering jar from Yunnan province, a Buddhist vessel for ritual offerings such as coins, shells, flowers and grains. A...

A wide border of pistachio green provides a rich visual contrast, populated with stylized lotus blossoms and leafy arabesques in pastel hues.

Within this framework, elaborate multi-tiered floral medallions and Shah Abbas palmettes create a mesmerizing succession of botanical jewels. Lotus-derived flowerheads carry ancient ...

The sculpture depicts a traditional female figure, an immortal woman also known as Goddess Quan Yin, rendered with flowing robes and a serene posture, holding a festoon of lotus blos...

Geometric Shah Abbasi palmettes, inspired by the celebrated Safavid court aesthetic, extend from the medallion with measured symmetry, while protective hooked talismans encircle the ...

Coopered wood stave construction with rattan bindings, finished in warm amber lacquer and decorated throughout with brush-painted auspicious motifs — plum blossom, lotus, orchid, bam...

Chinese Kangxi 12-Panel Coromandel Screen, 1662-1722 The double-sided screen with one side displaying an elaborate, finely carved and decorated landscape garden filled with a vibra...

The all-over botanical field is dominated by large-scale palmettes, stylized lotus blossoms, and leafy arabesques, arranged in a symmetrical lattice that creates both movement and ba...

The rug's spacious field features a harmonious scattering of auspicious symbols including bats (for happiness), butterflies (symbolizing joy and summer), and florals such as peonies ...

Framing the field is a narrow black key-fret border-symbolizing eternity-which is enclosed within a wide outer frame of auspicious fretwork scrolls and lotus blossoms. Woven in ochre...

The upper section supports a lotus-form drip pan with a central candle spike, designed to hold a large church candle or devotional taper.

The cover has a mottled red and brown patina and is surmounted by a lotus-form finial. The underside of the cover bears a chiselled signature reading Seiryudo Tsukuru.

Surrounding the central medallion is an intricate arrangement of lotus blossoms and scrolling vines, creating the rhythmic "lotus scroll" pattern so highly regarded in Qing decorativ...

Tsongkhapa is shown seated in meditation upon a lotus throne, wearing the distinctive yellow pandita hat associated with the Gelugpa school.

Surrounding the central field is a sequence of intricately woven borders: a narrow inner fret border, a classic Greek key motif rendered in blue over ivory, and a wider outer band fe...

The central field is adorned with an elaborate lattice of diamond-shaped medallions, each containing a botanical spray of plum blossoms, peonies, or lotus flowers. These delicate mot...

The broad main border features repeating lotus blossoms, bordered on the inside by a Greek key fret motif and an outer narrow floral stripe.

Majolica lotus flower and lily pad centerpiece footed compote stand made in the United States attributed to Griffin, Smith & Hill in the late 19th / early 20th century.

These vessels were typically used as water baths or ritual troughs in Buddhist or Taoist temples. The lotus petal border (visible around the base of the handle) is a classic symbol o...

The robes still flow naturally across the body, and the lotus base has a nice crispness that hasn’t been lost to time or handling.

The front legs are adorned with lotus flowers.

The motifs, which often include traditional Chinese symbols like lotus flowers or butterflies, are rendered with clean, graphic clarity in a limited palette of colors such as ivory, ...

Surrounded by richly decorated borders, celestial figures, lotus motifs and scrolling ornament, the painting demonstrates the extraordinary patience and technical skill required to c...

The rug features a central open medallion flanked by stylized palmettes, lotus blossoms, rosettes, and branching vines that create an organic flow across the terracotta field.

The main border alternates between panels of rich navy and ochre and is filled with symbolic and stylized floral motifs, including lotus blossoms, peonies, and Chinese fretwork. Thes...

Gracefully dispersed across the field are magnificent Shah Abbasi palmettes, stylized interpretations of the sacred lotus flower. Revered throughout Persian art, the lotus symbolizes...

The use of fine alabaster enhances the figure’s luminous, almost ethereal quality, while the decorated lotus base reinforces its symbolism of purity and transcendence.