Antique Spices

Appeared during the Qin dynasty (221 BC – 207 BC), ginger jars had an extensive function, as they were used to store ginger, herbs and spices or store oil. When ceramic storage jars ...

. ### Regions and Cities Mentioned: - Regions: - East Indies - Indostan (India) - China - Pegú (Burma/Myanmar) - Malaca (Malacca) - Moluccas (Spice Islands) - Borneo ...

The centerpiece, which more or less means "assembly", is a piece of goldsmith's work, most frequently on a console, which brings together in the center of the table: salt cellars, sp...

The cabinet comes with its original working lock & key. after opening the door the cabinet has a shelf for storage options and on the outside the cabinet has a total of 7 small stora...

Today, they are quite collectible, and although they can still be used in the kitchen for grinding spices, they are mostly used as decorative bowls or accessories.

A superb piece showing the wonderful craftsmanship of the brass workers This hardwood chest which originally was painted in red some of which has now worn away is decorated with br...

Since the individual elements of the surtout served to display spices or other types of condiments that were needed throughout the meal, the surtout stayed in the centre of a table d...

Often these betel nut boxes stored various nuts, leaves, tobacco, and other spices. The present box dates to the Early 20th Century with an array of compartments.

Often these betel nut boxes stored various nuts, leaves, tobacco, and other spices. The present box dates to the Early 20th Century with an array of compartments.

Often these betel nut boxes stored various nuts, leaves, tobacco, and other spices. The present box dates to the Early 20th Century with an array of compartments.

Early 19th century sea captain's tea caddy, circa 1830, made of coramandel wood gathered in the Spice Islands China Trade, with sailor's grommet-spliced rope becket handles.

On a flat base with floral decoration and with two village scenes engraving, one of the village scene depicting a tower with a similar design as the Polish spice towers from the 19th...

An attractive oak dresser with three drawers and cabriole legs is transformed by the use of linen backing in the rack, which features a unique central cupboard with a tombstone door ...

Display it on your kitchen island or in a bookcase and just gaze upon its beauty This is a great old piece of folk art to add to your kitchen decor and would work well for everyday...

The Moluccas held enormous strategic and economic importance during the early modern period as the primary global source of cloves and other valuable spices. Control of these islands...

One of the maps is the rare and much sought after 'Spice Map'. The map, Insulae Moluccae engraved by Petrus Plancius the great Dutch engraver and first Hydrographer to the Dutch East...

It can be used in a living room to display books and collectibles, in a study to organize documents and office supplies, or in a kitchen to hold spices and cookware. The shelf's clas...

Talavera de la Reina, Spain, 17th century. Inkwell or spice rack with a square shaped hole that is made of glazed ceramic and a polychrome decoration of plant elements on the upper...

It was transporting a rich cargo of porcelain goods, silk, spices, and other trade items, along with a significant number of passengers who were seeking new opportunities in Southeas...

The map presents a richly detailed depiction of the Indian subcontinent, focusing on the Deccan Plateau, the eastern coastal regions bordering the Bay of Bengal, and the western Mala...

Meanwhile, caravan routes through the Arabian Peninsula facilitated trade in high-value commodities such as incense and spices. 3. Cultural and Religious Diversity: The region was a...

Functional general store herb and spice apothecary drawers found in New Hampshire.

This colony was one of the most valuable European colonies under the Dutch Empire's rule, and contributed to Dutch global prominence in spice and cash crop trade in the 19th-early 20...

- Culinary Uses: In some cultures, the rhizome is used as a spice or flavoring agent due to its sweet, aromatic qualities

In many cases, the vessels were stored on ships carrying spices in the open air which could explain the crustation.

A very good looking well-made and substantial piece of furniture, the top cupboards have mirrored backs, the drawers have all stenciled names of difference spices and medicines etc, ...

Today they can be used to accent an otherwise bland cased opening, or anywhere a little architectural accent would spice things up! Circa 1780s Each measures 16H x 10.5W x 8D.

Top right: the Banda islands (also known as the Spice Islands) of Banda Api, Banda Neira and Banda Besar. 3.

Cupboards/Buffets like this were used in castles and large mansions to either store the most valuable spices, linnen etc and keep track of the households finances or to hold the chin...

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Anglo Indian Brass and Rosewood Circa 1880-1900 small side table tea chest of drawers or large table top jewellery cabinet ...

Some plates are signed with the initials: AJ On the back of each plate bears the mark: Murano Venise (written in French, not in Italian) - this suggests that this tableware was a spe...

Today, they are quite collectible, and although they can still be used in the kitchen for grinding spices, they are mostly used as decorative bowls or accessories.

Batavia was the capital of the Dutch East Indian trading empire during the period when the Dutch dominated trade from the famous Spice Islands. Originates from Chatelain's monumental...

Endeavour was repaired where Cooktown now stands, in the Endeavour River.The unknown southern land (Terra Australis Incognita) was known as New Holland after the Dutch charted the we...

Salt bags were traditionally used as storage for herbs, spices and salts, allowing nomads to easily carry and contain the substances.

This substantial round vessel belongs to a long South Asian tradition of decorative metal containers made for the domestic storage and presentation of food, spices, betel preparation...

This scene depicts the Queen of Sheba visiting Solomon, the third King of the united Israel, to satisfy her curiosity about the tales she had heard about the King’s wisdom and magnif...

Antique Map Moluccas titled 'Les Isles Moluques'. Rare map of the Spice Islands made after a map engraved by Pieter van den Keere and published in the 1628 edition of the Mercator At...

Below the plant, the underground parts are depicted, including the rhizome which is the part commonly used as a spice. The rhizome is shown with shoots and roots extending from it.

**Policies and Administration**: As Governor-General, Speelman focused on strengthening the VOC’s trade monopoly, especially in the spice trade, which was highly lucrative. His admin...

His tenure was significant for the efforts to strengthen Dutch control over the spice trade and to consolidate the VOC’s power in Southeast Asia. 4.

He continued the work of expanding and strengthening the VOC's control over the spice trade and other commercial interests in Southeast Asia. 5.

Historical and artistic context Centers and naves of tables are attested in France from the Middle Ages in order to present spices and other condiments brought from distant lands aro...

There is a record of the transfer, around 1534, to Pesaro of Giovanni and his brother Bartolommeo, sons of Antonio Mazza, a spice merchant from Rimini. Then we remember a Gasparre Ma...

Trade and Commerce: - The Indian subcontinent was a major hub for trade in spices, textiles, and other goods. Key cities like Calcutta (Kolkata), Bombay (Mumbai), and Madras (Chen...

Made of sterling silver and hand-engraved with gargoyle faces, these cufflinks are sure to add some spice to your look! These open-mouthed gargoyles would make just the perfect addi...

The VOC during this period was engaged in the lucrative spice trade and was also expanding its territorial control. 5.

The Moluccas, known as the “Spice Islands,” were the world’s primary source of cloves and nutmeg, making this region the strategic target of Portuguese, Spanish, and later Dutch colo...

Old map showing Ambon, in the Moluccas Islands, better known as the Spice Islands. Ambon was the headquarters of the Dutch East India Company(VOC) from 1610 to 1619 until the foundin...

(The Moluccan Islands, Maluku, Moluccas, Spice Islands, Indonesia.) Extremely rare in this edition.

The purpose of the expedition was to bring back spices, and was a huge success. Van Neck returned to Indonesia once more, but on that journey lost three fingers during a battle with ...

Decorative map of the Maluku Islands, also known as the Moluccas or the Spice Islands. Inset of the island of Bachian (Batjan) in an elaborate frame as well as a Moluccan couple in t...

European traders used the coins to buy precious materials from the Gulf and northern Africa which it desired – commodities such as spices, coffee, gum Arabic, indigo, pearls, and tor...

The Ottomans sold wheat, spices, raw silk, cotton and ash (for glass making) to the Venetians, while Venice provided the Ottomans with finished goods such as soap, paper and textiles.

The VOC was a powerful trading entity that played a crucial role in the global spice trade and colonization in Southeast Asia. 2.

The VOC was primarily concerned with trade, both in terms of importing valuable commodities like spices, silk, and porcelain to Europe, and exporting European goods to Asian markets.

These shavings were then combined with spices and enclosed in betel leaves to create the stimulant-rich paan.

Beautiful large map of the (Spice) islands of Oceania. Depicting Papua, Timor, Ceram, Gilolo and many more.

In the kitchens of the 'well-to-do' they were predominantly used for 'grinding' spices and making new flavours. But by doctors and pharmacists they were used for mixing ingredients f...

The bilingual cartouche—French and Dutch—reflects the plate’s origin for a Dutch readership fascinated by VOC trade routes and the spice islands in the mid-18th century. Coastal pla...