Antique Paradise

Exceptional colour to this delightful Korean Art Deco piece Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Silk cotton gently woven upon paper with a superb colour palette Set wi...

Delightful colour to this eye-catching Art Deco piece Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order Silk cotton skilfully woven, using a superb palette of bright colour...

The instruments - horn, triangle, hand cymbals and panpipes - emphasise the theme of celebration and the magic of an idealised rural paradise. Each instrument has its own symbolic me...

Sometimes known as Sermon in the Paradise, the painting was done with polychrome pigments on silk.

An American coverlet with some ware due to age and use with a dames design called 'bird of paradise'. American coverlets are woven bed coverings that have a rich history in the Unite...

At its heart lies an ivory central medallion shaped as a vase-spilling tree of life, elegantly unfurling into floral abundance—an allegorical fountain of paradise, laden with blossom...

Pin Tailed Whydah-Bird 2. Paradise Wydah-bird 3. Yellow backed Wydah-bird'. Old bird print depicting the Pin Tailed Whydah-Bird, Paradise Wydah-bird, Yellow Backed Wydah-bird.

Antique Ersari Turkmen ensi of traditional design with excellent colour Circa 1880 Ensi were door hangings used to cover the entrance to a yurt This example is woven with a traditi...

“It is,” says Roberts, “a paradise in the midst of desolation. It's ruins, even at a distance, are more picturesque than any I have seen.

Antique Ersari Turkmen ensi of traditional design with excellent colour and good age Circa 1870 or earlier Ensi were door hangings used to cover the entrance to a yurt This early e...

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: First published in 1851, when Hawthorne was at the height of his literary career, A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys contains a selection of retellings of sever...

A goat as representative of the Devil to make Adam and Eve to sin and take a forbidden fruit in Paradise. Clusters of various fruits embellish the design, symbolizing abundance and t...

These naturalistic motifs are not only decorative but symbolic—representing themes of paradise, rebirth, and harmony. An ornate frame of meandering floral vines and foliage envelope...

Together, these motifs summon an auspicious, otherworldly vision of the celestial realm and the paradise of immortals—an aspiration especially vivid in the Han period under Emperor W...

Each rank was represented by a different species, and while there were slight variations over time, by the Qing Dynasty the order from highest to lowest was: (1) crane, (2) golden ph...

The use of the Herati motif—symbolizing water and life—imbues the rug with a deeper spiritual resonance, speaking to the Persian belief that carpets are not mere floor coverings but ...

Set of four antique bird prints including illustrations of the horned parrakeet, the scarlet macaw, cockatoo, bird of paradise, hummingbird and others. These prints originate from th...

.), although the presence of the palm suggests a burial (according to some apocryphal gospels, church fathers... an angel appeared to Mary three days before she died/ascended to give...

His works between 1670 and 1680, including Paradise in the cathedral of Nocera and the Vision of St.

The presence of the peacocks is a paradisiacal allusion: in popular Islamic literature they were among the original inhabitants of the garden of Paradise expelled with Adam and Eve. ...

A finely hand-knotted vintage Central Anatolian golden purple rug with a Classic all-over paradise design of small patterns. The high-quality wool pile on strong silk foundation of t...

The sheet numbered 125, featuring the inscription 'Prêtre' in the lower left corner, originates from the esteemed work "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux de Paradis et des Rolliers" (Na...

Rare basin (We think it was the basin to wash the feet on hollyThursday) in brass Rare plat of the german renaissance since it is rather a basin which is much rarer than a offerin...

Each rank was represented by a different species, and while there were slight variations over time, by the Qing Dynasty the order from highest to lowest was: (1) crane, (2) golden ph...

He was an important innovator who invented new types of paintings such as flower garland paintings, paradise landscapes, and gallery paintings in the first quarter of the 17th century.

The crowning feature is the exquisite finial, showcasing a magnificent bird of paradise perched upon a turquoise enamel base, adding a final touch of luxury and opulence.

There are hand-comb symbols, linked to protection from the evil eye, and floral bursts that whisper of fertility and paradise. Each detail holds meaning, placed not randomly, but wit...

It shows various animals including a kangaroo, emu, bird of paradise, kiwi and others. This print originates from the 5th volume of Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, published between 18...

Recorded as working from 1827-1855 Measures: Barrel length 33.5" Width of bore 2.5" Footnote: McAndrew and Woore were recorded as gun founders and brass coppersmith engineers at 69...

Each rank was represented by a different species, and while there were slight variations over time, by the Qing Dynasty the order from highest to lowest was: (1) crane, (2) golden ph...

The iconographic program invites the faithful to respect the teachings of the Gospels and, through sacrifice (symbols of the pelican and the Lamb), to follow the path of Redemption l...

Keen eyes may further admire a field of gold, borders of beige and especially present, rich red tones underscore a Mihrab pattern, or “prayer rug” representing the gateway to paradis...

The oversized palmettes, cloudband motifs, and vinery reference paradise imagery, long associated with prosperity and divine harmony.

It depicts a woman in Chinoiserie costume with an attendant bird of paradise resting on her shoulder. Below is a plinth base finely cast with a lambrequin border to the top and a gre...

Reduction in patinated bronze with the high-relief decoration of the Monument to Dante, with glass top to form a pedestal table The Monument to Dante, sculpture dedicated to Dante A...

Large money trees are made of two sections: a sculptural pottery base and a bronze tree, whose molded, open work branches are intricately decorated with coin motifs, mythological ani...

Elliot, born in New York in 1835, was active in London for 10 years from 1869 publishing his monographs on pheasants and birds of paradise. He was a founder of the American Ornitholo...

Scrolling vines extend from its base, blooming into tulips and carnations—woven prayers for paradise, symbols of purity and everlasting love. Each detail is executed with meticulous ...

Elliot, born in New York in 1835, was active in London for 10 years from 1869 publishing his monographs on pheasants and birds of paradise. He was a founder of the American Ornitholo...

Elliot's great work on the Birds of Paradise, one of the most admired bird prints ever produced.

A finely hand-knotted vintage Central Anatolian golden purple rug with a Classic all-over paradise design of small patterns. The high-quality wool pile on the strong silk foundation ...

Turquoise Tanager- 2. Paradise Tanager). This print originates from 'Oeuvres completes, - suivies de ses continuateurs Daubenton, Lacepede, Cuvier, Dumeril, Poiret, Lesson et Geoffre...

Striking yellow and cobalt blue display plate Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order Rich blue border contains a bright yellow central ground The medallion presents ...

It is believed Amida himself descends from the Pure Land to guide the faithful to his paradise. His full, round face is calm and expressive.

These prints not only celebrate Van Houtte's incredible contributions to botany and horticulture but also bring a piece of history into your living space, colored with the rich hues ...

The chart includes numerous constellations, such as Argo Navis, Centaur, Lupus, Apus (bird of paradise), Apis (bee), Indus (Native Indian), and Pavo (peacock).

Very beautiful and detailed pair of Chinese Porcelain vases circa early 19th Century Detailed colorful butterflies and Stork by the lake and the birds of paradise. Colorful pallet W...

Another meaning is possible: it could be an allegory of pleasure with the exotic element (the artichoke), intoxication (the wine) and the sweetness of Paradise and Religion (the cher...

All of them are genuine antique German Christmas nativity scene or paradise yard garden figures. As they are all old, most show the expected signs of age and use.

Emperor Jahangir in his harem surrounded by lotus blossoms; symbols of paradise itself. Circa 1690. Gouache and ink with gold heightening on cream laid paper, 8 1/2 x 6 1/4 inches (...

Emperor Jahangir depicted with his harem attendees aboard a pleasure cruise, the water filled with lotus blossoms; symbols of paradise itself. Circa 1750. Gouache and ink with gold ...

Original terracotta sculpture representing the characters of the famous novel Paul et Virginie by Jacques-Henri Bernardin de Saint-Pierre Paul et Virginie which powerfully describes ...

Imposing and monumental Wedgwood footed bowl by Daisy Makes-Jones of the Ordinary Lustre Series Superbly vibrant blue mottled ground decorated with hand painted and gilded exotic bi...

Among his most famous works are those he made to illustrate François Le Vaillant's scientific studies on parrots (perroquets), birds of paradise (oiseaux de paradis), rollers (rollie...

Features a beautifully crafted paradise pictorial of birds, game animals, and flowers with intricate details and luminescent metallic embellishments.

Together these iconic motifs create an imagined paradise where nature, faith, and artistry exist in perfect accord.

Very rare and excellent Meissen porcelain group around 1900: Juno, the Roman goddess of the air (Greek Hera), as a young woman with her hair pinned up, covered only with a cloth, sit...

The opal glows with iridescent hues, while the aquamarine sparkles like the tranquil waters of a tropical paradise. The presence of jade, with its mystical allure, further enhances t...

The composition features a highly detailed pictorial field, often interpreted as a Garden of Paradise, populated by pairs of stylized fauna including lions, deer, and swans, all fram...

Ancient Mythology believed the ideal place for paradise is through a gate to unspoiled nature where one's soul is guided by Mithraist ideals (Ancient religion that was practised by t...