Antique Prayer Beads

A beautifully carved and weathered seated monk holding prayer beads. This Burmese piece was donated

amulets depending on one's local tradition. Because prayer beads are often painted in pigment, various

traditional implements such as prayer beads and an axe, it is well carved, with perfectly rendered details

Chinese Blanc de Chine Dehua porcelain Budai or Pu-tai with an open-mouthed smile, holding prayer

large evergreen broad-leaved tree whose seed is traditionally used for prayer beads in Hinduism and

, prayer beads, oogi (fan) and a yuan bao(ancient Chinese money, now a symbol of wealth) by his side. With

prayer beads were made of human skulls (extremely unlikely in this case!), but most medieval people would

rounded, bald head split by a carefree smile and eyes half-closed in merriment. A set of prayer beads are

, meticulously strung together to create a striking necklace or set of prayer beads. The warm, earthy tones of

This is an antique Japanese Hyakumamben (Buddhist) prayer bead set. A Hyakumamben is a large

This is a vintage amber prayer bead necklace. It features large, polished amber beads with a rich

holding an open Bible, a skull with an hourglass, a crucifix and a set prayer beads. The plaque features

what a string of prayer mala beads and an alms bowl in his left hand and carrying a hat "kasa or

Beautiful in its simplicity… hand carved six Chinese Buddhist Luohan Prayer beads Bracelet, inter

Rare find 24 feet long A huge antique communal 24 foot prayer bead necklace consisting of over

hand-crafted natural wood (perhaps Rosewood) Buddhist Juzu mala beads. These rosary-type large prayer

Rare find 18 feet long A huge antique communal 18 foot prayer bead necklace consisting of over

rosary-type prayer bead necklaces were often used by Buddhist monks in temple rituals and worn by Samurai

This is a "Hyakumanben Nenbutsu Juzu" (Hyakumanben Nembutsu Prayer Beads), crafted between the late

rosary-type prayer bead necklaces were often used by Buddhist monks in temple rituals and worn by Samurai

based on the Buddhist mala, a string of Tibetan prayer beads. Legend has it that when the Emperor

mala, a string of Tibetan prayer beads. Legend has it that when the Emperor Shunzhi invited the fifth

Large sculpture of prayer beads used as a shop sign. Can be displayed flat or hung on a wall.

-type prayer bead necklaces were used by Buddhist monks in temple prayers / rituals and worn by Samurai

Beads: The imam is holding a string of prayer beads, used for keeping count while reciting prayers

onto the platform. Wearing a prayers beads necklace with stoic face beneath the headdress. she holds a

sword while his hand holds prayer beads. The whole has a regal quality. The back of the frame has an

five earthly elements in one hand and prayer beads in the other. Fine condition. The lacquer and

Buddhist prayer (Mala) beads, Japanese, 19th century Japanese Buddhist prayer (Mala) beads

representing his worldly views and cosmos in his right hand and prayer beads (hope for mankind) in his left

figure of a Saint Seraphim of Sarov (1754–1833), distinguished by his long robe, prayer beads, and serene

A French 19th C. Prie Dieu or Prayer Chair with Hand-Embroidered Beaded Upholstery. A high wooden

Buddhist mala—a prayer rosary with finely carved beads, a symbol of meditation, wisdom, and the recitation

red robe with his rosary or prayer beads falling from his lap to the base of the bookend.

, Budai (cloth sack), Carrying his Bag of Gifts in One Hand and a String of Prayer Beads in the Other

right hand and prayer beads in the other hand and a bat in flight. About 3 inches high.

This vintage or antique necklace of emerald green jadeite beads, also known as mala or prayer beads

The first we have seen A spectacular and hard to find Inlaid mother of pearly - using the raden technique- and lacquered three-drawer Tansu complete with all original bronze accoutr...

This is a very old Japanese small drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). This is a "Shonai chest" chest made in the Tohoku region of Japan. It is chara...

108 years-old wooden small tansu (chest of drawers) with 4 drawers. Product of Taisho 5 (1916), written on the bottom together with maker's address & name. Finished with traditi...

A gorgeous hand-painted Japanese Satsuma vase, Meigi, circa 20th century, Japan. Beautiful hand-painted detail of colorful flowers and spider mum flowers around finished with gold de...

Unusual Japanese Four Panel Garden Screen, Mint Condition Japan, a superb four-panel silk screen byobu depicting a panoramic garden replete with koi, turtles, Iris nestled near a w...

Very old Japanese small drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of cedar wood. The handles are made of iron. The design is ultimately simple...

Chinese light celadon jade libation cup from early 19th, possibly 18th century. The item is executed in archaistic Ming style.

A very good hand carved stone Buddha/Jizo Guardian sculpture set upon its own carved base Good display candidate for your favorite indoor or outdoor space In Japan, Kṣitigarbha, kn...

Chinese Carved Jade Covered Hu Vase, with two mask head with rings handles, incised taotie design to each side, and on a fitted carved wood stand. Overall: 7.5" H x 4.25" W x 2.25" D...

Shunga Unknown artist Meiji era, circa 1880 Hand-scroll mounted with 12 paintings Ink, pigment and gofun on silk Dimensions: Each image measures H. 23.2 cm x W. 34...

An Important Chinese Carved Wood Figure of Guanyin, Ming Dynasty, 17th Century Description: A dignified portrayal of the bodhisattva, resplendent with blue-black pigment detailing t...

A beautiful string of Japanese hand-crafted Buddhist Juzu mala beads made of natural wood. These rosary-type prayer bead necklaces were used by Buddhist monks in temple prayers/ritua...

on fitted wooden base; 1in(D) x 3in(W) x 8in(H) are the dimensions of the jade carving only; overall measurements with wooden base: 9.5in(H) x 3.5in(W)

Origin: Thai Artist: Unknown Title: Woman and Two Children Medium: Jade Sculpture, (Nephrite) Size: 21x10x4 in.

An opportunity to acquire a handsomely cased duo (2) of monumental hand carved stone swords or sabers from China. These are no ordinary swords. These unusual swords were probably int...

A Fantastic and Rare Pair of Kangxi Period (18th Century) Chinese Porcelain Wucai Decorated Wall Vases/Fountains. Of pear shape, brightly enameled with three court ladies conversing...