Antique Seal

Signed lower right with two artist's red seals.

Executed in mineral pigments on silver leaf, the screen takes full advantage of its reflective ground, creating subtle tonal variations that suggest mist, water, and shifting light. ...

The King sent a messenger to Elizabeth’s home in Cannon Row bearing a ring; she in turn delivered the sealed cabinet she had safeguarded, containing jewels and broken Garter insignia.

Both pieces retain their maker’s marks and original factory glaze seals underneath, confirming authenticity and quality of manufacture.

Blindstamp: Authentic period embossed publisher seal ("LI Paris" / Windmill) in the lower margin.

Artist, publisher, and censor seals visible within the composition further support its origin within the official publishing system of nineteenth-century Japan.

Intaglios - were originally used as seals, these carvings or cuttings are moulded out of white plaster, marble dust or wax. 

Signet rings were first worn in the ancient times to seal a letter or leave a signature since most people were illiterate, so a symbol as an identification made sense.

When the hollow tube was cool enough, it was reheated, rounded, and sealed to close it and shape the bracelet. Looking closely at the bracelet, you can see the seam on the inner edge...

The image is carved in reverse into the back of a domed rock crystal, then meticulously painted from behind before being sealed with a layer of mother-of-pearl or foiled backing.

Long associated with longevity, steadfastness, and resilience in Japanese art, the pine is rendered here with a refined balance of naturalism and decorative elegance. Signed and seal...

The lower square seal is the formal signature seal of the artist.

The presence of artist, publisher, and censor seals within the margins is consistent with official Edo-period production and contributes to the historical authenticity and documentar...

Fortunately the original turn of the century maintenance shed had been sealed up and was untouched. The shed housed an extraordinary batch of industrial pigeon hole storage units tha...

Fortunately the original turn of the century maintenance shed had been sealed up and was untouched. The shed housed an extraordinary batch of industrial pigeon hole storage units tha...

The old pine table top has a beautiful patina from age and use and has been sealed with a water-based varnish to protect the wood from water rings, making this coffee table highly fu...

The interior is lined with tin, an important functional feature intended to create a comparatively sealed and moisture-resistant environment for the storage of tobacco.

When the hollow tube was cool enough, it was reheated, rounded, and sealed to close it and shape the bracelet. Thus, looking closely at the bracelet, you can see the seam on the inne...

On the writing desk it held pounce, the fine powder of pumice, cuttlefish bone or gum sandarac that was rubbed into rough paper to stop the ink from feathering, and the sand that was...

The vase retains its original maker's mark and firm's seal stamp underneath, confirming its Royal Bonn origin.

Frame backed with wood and sealed with tape. N.B - What makes the piece especially interesting is its strong resemblance to the celebrated Bristol Orphan House samplers.

The vase retains its original maker’s mark and firm's seal stamp underneath, confirming its Royal Bonn origin.

Frame backed with card and sealed with tape. Dimensions exclude the frame and slip.

Good condition - invisible museum repair to a tail and sealed hairline. An exceptionally rare pair in desirable color palette.

The workshop's method was lampwork — rods and tubes softened in a flame rather than gathered from a furnace — which is what makes it possible to model a hound less than an inch long ...

The light tones of the woven reed mixed with the darker tones of the lacquer mixture used to seal the basket create a beautiful contrast of natural wood tones.

It would also make a unique fountain basin (although the drain hole would need to be sealed), in particular with a vertical jet.

His output included Art Nouveau and early Art Deco vases, bronze seals, and small objets de bureau, often distinguished by patinated surfaces, gilding, and marble bases.

Fortunately the original turn of the century maintenance shed had been sealed up and was untouched. The shed housed an extraordinary batch of industrial pigeon hole storage units tha...

Frame backed with card and sealed with tape. Dimensions exclude the frame and slip.

The rounded body is surmounted by a rolled rim with a shallow groove beneath the opening, a characteristic feature of early pharmacy and storage vessels once sealed with parchment or...

Old label & traces of wax seal. 1 7/8" h., 1.75" dia. We are a family business that has been a major source for the selective buyer for over 90 years.

I’ve seen genuinely ancient tablets come out almost untouched because they spent centuries sealed inside dry stupas or jars, while others buried directly in wet soil were nearly dest...

This particular piece is from the Château de Tuileries collection and is distinguished by the red seal topped with a crown, bearing the mark of 1844.

If required for use as a conventional watertight vase, the aperture could potentially be professionally sealed. Decorative Design The vase is particularly attractive when viewed fr...

The clear glass vessels boast clean lines with a soft, rounded shoulder profile, paired with a finely ground, frosted neck to ensure a secure, airtight evaporation seal for precious ...

An old paper label with a red seal remains on the back as shown that dates the piece to 11-12th century, but 13-15th century may be more accurate in our opinion.

An original white paper Seal of the United States is affixed to the bottom left corner of the appointment.

This antique Chinese trunk dates to c. 1900-1910 and has a simple, rectangular form ideal for stacking or traveling. For a water-tight seal, the wooden frame is enveloped in a layer ...

The reverse of the base is sealed with their foundry cachet in a circular motif and is cold-stamped "D718" while the front is carefully engraved with the title of the work and the ri...

Particularly intriguing is the survival of a partially preserved red wax seal affixed to the underside of the lid. Though fragmentary, this unusual detail suggests the chest may once...

The frame is backed with card and sealed with tape.. Dimensions exclude the frame and slip.

This meticulously curated set includes a tapered horn paper folder, a vintage propelling mechanical pencil, a personal wax seal, and a steel-bladed letter opener—all held within thei...

This particular piece is from the Château de Tuileries collection and is distinguished by the red seal topped with a crown, bearing the mark of 1844.

To ensure the flask remains water tight, the cork should be moist and therefore fully expanded to provide an effective seal. There are two recommended methods to ensure that the cor...

The back of the hinged top and the base of the cup are marked with a moon and crown mark for Germany, 800 for the silver's fineness, a maker's mark, and with model numbers. The lid ...

The intaglio has fine details—even the texture of the eagle’s feathers can be seen in the engraving—and provides a beautiful seal. The ring has a smaller face with rounded corners th...

A FAMILLE ROSE TEAPOT DAOGUANG SIX-CHARACTER SEAL MARK IN IRON RED AND OF THE PERIOD (1821-1850) The sides of the teapot are decorated with a continuous hunting scene, and the cover ...

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The reverse bears a six-character Qianlong seal mark in underglaze blue and of the Period.

The vase was marked with an underglaze blue archaic seal mark "Great Qing Qianlong Year Made". A paper sticker remained showing a lot number from Yokohama International Auction in Ja...

Saint John of Nepomucene, a Bohemian priest and vicar general of the diocese of Prague, was martyred in 1393 for upholding the seal of confession. He was thrown into the river from t...

The painting is signed (in black ink) and sealed (in red) by Kakunen with his dated (1927) and also signed artist label on the verso.

The entire surface is sealed beneath an authentic antique protective varnish topcoat, designed to preserve the delicate pigment layer beneath.

Signed by artist: 繁谷 Hankoku with two seals. Kanno Hankoku菅野繁谷dates unknown, active in Kyoto/Osaka, during the Tempo era 1830-1844.

I’ve had a lot of Thai Buddhas pass through my hands over the years, but this little walking Sukhothai has stayed one of my personal favorites. 13th/14th century, made of clay and s...

Like they spent most of their lives quietly sealed away rather than displayed. The blackened areas across the surface add a lot too.

It is marked to the reverse with Bergman’s seal.

This set will be professionally polished and sealed in individual plastic sleeves prior to shipping.

Chinese calligraphy appears on the interior of one panel, while a small red seal or mark is visible on the exterior. These intriguing details contribute to the history and character ...