Antique Temple

The scene represented here shows the interior ruins of the temple complex of Medinet Habu, located near the ancient city of Thebes.

Some of the earliest faience objects made in Egypt were beads, soon followed by small votive temple offerings and royal tomb objects. Faience was inlaid into furniture and into walls...

A C R O T E R I O N is pleased to offer this extraordinary museum-calibre circa 1760 Irish Dublin manufacture blue and white delft platter or meat-plate of massive size and elongated...

The substantial stepped base provides excellent stability while echoing the architectural form of a monumental temple column. Professionally rewired using traditional braided cable ...

One of the most celebrated furniture designs of the Aesthetic Movement, the iconic Thebes stool was originally introduced by Liberty & Co. in 1884, inspired by the ancient seatin...

In the background, the massive pylons of the temple form a horizontal counterweight to the obelisk’s vertical thrust.

Perfect for collectors and institutions seeking a rare antique Indian Chaumukha altar sculpture, medieval Jain temple art, or a museum-quality devotional artifact.

Hand crafted bas-relief of the Parthenon temple, on the Athenian Acropolis in Athens. Women with Peplum and the Greek god Dionysus.

To possess this antique Chinese temple design wool pile hallway runner rug is to own a piece of Eastern philosophical art.

Such lamps were traditionally used in offerings and temple ceremonies, embodying both ritual purpose and masterful craftsmanship.

The setting is lush: luxuriant nature embraces an architectural fountain in the background, almost like a forgotten temple, now reborn in Dionysian jubilation. A golden light, typica...

A charming set of architectural coloured prints depicting scenes of places of repose such as temples and folly's. As the French, German, and English languages are used in the titles ...

Such figures were associated with temple decoration and devotional settings. Thailand, circa 1890.

More than one hundred settlements are known from this period in the Nochixtlán valley alone , including large cities with important ceremonial centers, ball fields, plazas and temple...

The standing figure is shown in a poised, forward-moving stance, with outstretched hands formed to hold a small oil lamp, underscoring its ritual function within a domestic or temple...

The hair is indicated at the back of the head and at the temples, arranged in two registers. Heavy wear and losses to the face.

He was active at 118 rue Vieille du Temple in the historic Marais district of Paris. He was part of a notable silversmithing dynasty.

Originally part of a larger temple sculpture, this head would have served as an object of profound spiritual reverence.

His powdered wig, restrained in volume and touched with cool light at the temples, frames a face marked by experience. There's warmth behind the gravity - a suggestion of humanity th...

Circular motifs at the temples and a blue-and-white glass bead set into the forehead enhance the sculptural character and visual appeal of the piece.

Such vessels were commonly used in temples, monasteries, and homes for the presentation of offerings during religious ceremonies and festive occasions.

Crafted from pottery, the statue reflects traditional Indian folk and temple-inspired sculpture practices, where accessible materials were used to create meaningful devotional images...

The lower portion is dominated by monumental triangular and temple-like motifs, reminiscent of sacred architecture or ceremonial offerings, highlighting the textile’s ritual signific...

Abundant flowers, foliate, and Neoclassical motifs in the border frame the central landscape which transports the viewer to a Mediterranean landscape merging with pastoral/woodland t...

Parietal relief of a temple or chapel with the enthroned figure of the god Harpocrates.

During Roman times, Emperor Tiberius was depicted on Egyptian temple walls wearing the distinctive four-plumed crown of Onuris.

Maruyama Okyo and his pupils, including Rosetsu, painted a number of fusuma for temples where they remain to this day; and therefore, are rarely seen on the market.

Peter Walton, Creamware and Other English Pottery at Temple Newsam House, Leeds (Bradford and London: Manningham Press, 1976).

Emilio Negro The painting is well preserved and depicts a refined iconography inspired by cultured classical literary models linked to the myth of Mount Parnassus, the Greek hill ...

Bands of vibrant, warm orange, yellow, and deep red lacquer are meticulously detailed with scrolling floral vines and geometric motifs, heavily inspired by classical South Indian tem...

Many were created for temples, shrines, and domestic altars, where depictions of deities and mythological figures embodied protection, prosperity, and spiritual guidance.

The head probably once formed part of a larger religious sculpture or a temple ensemble. It is now presented on a custom-made modern stand in black-painted and lacquered wood.

The mirror is crafted from fine flame mahogany and is crowned by a triangular pediment reminiscent of a classical temple front. Its raking cornice is centered by a finely cast, fire-...

This figure is likely Buddhist, and would have sat outside a temple. The serene seated figure is wearing a robe and hat, and holding a scroll in the left hand.

Emilio Negro The painting is well preserved and depicts a refined iconography inspired by cultured classical literary models linked to the myth of Mount Parnassus, the Greek hill ...

Emilio Negro The painting is well preserved and depicts a refined iconography inspired by cultured classical literary models linked to the myth of Mount Parnassus, the Greek hill ...

The Offerings (Bottom left): A kneeling priest prepares the animal at the foot of the temple columns. The Heroes (Right): The bearded, crowned figure, clad in a red cloak, is King Id...

The temple was principally constructed under Amenhotep III and Ramesses II.

A Rare Hinoki Mask of ‘Ja’ Painted with an earthen red polychrome over gesso, with fine sparse hair, the cheeks with distinctive v-shaped markings, suggestive of dragon’s whiskers, t...

It was inspired by the dishes used for offering on the temple altars. The bowl is signed on the base in blue underglaze mark "Made by Mazuku Kozan" Makuzu Kozan, also known as Miyaga...

Early 19th Century Burmese worn lacquer offering bowl used in Buddhist rituals for offerings in temples. This fine example has a lovely shaped including a footed base and worn lacqu...

Unlike most citrus fruits, the fruit contains little or no pulp and is instead prized for its aromatic peel, which has traditionally been used in perfumes, confectionery, candied fru...

This authentic piece is ideal for collectors seeking an antique Indian wooden altar, a 19th-century temple stand, or a museum-quality artifact that embodies both cultural heritage an...

This sculpture is of the so-called naophori type, characterized by depicting the figure kneeling or standing, holding a small temple or naos that houses the image of a deity. Naophor...

Emilio Negro The painting is well preserved and depicts a refined iconography inspired by cultured classical literary models linked to the myth of Mount Parnassus, the Greek hill ...

Described as having a very beautiful face and appearance, this piece exemplifies the refined artistry of late Burmese temple sculpture traditions. The combination of wood carving, gi...

The information shows the name of the donor, the occasion of a renovation of a statue, the temple it was donated to (Tokurin-an in Kyoto) and the date and the year of the donation (M...

About Japanese stone lanterns: Japan’s stone lantern tradition is a concept that was imported from India and has existed in Japanese temples and gardens since the 7th century. Japa...

In Japan, to¯ro¯ were originally used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated paths and lighted lanterns were then considered an offering.

Rows of gold embroidery (Zari) with stylised temple designs (?) and matching knotted fringes. An attachment point at the front and two gold tassels added later.

Traditionally enshrined in temples or domestic altars, these figures embody protection, reverence, and the narratives of local folklore.

Italian Neo-Classic lithograph of The Great Gallery of Palmyra with the Temple of Neptune in the background with a scene of people wandering about in a burl wood and gilded frame att...

Offering an extensive collection of unique religious objects spanning many centuries, regions, cultures and religions, from authentic holy relics, early Christian artifacts, monstran...

Life-size terracotta statue depicting a Vestal Virgin or temple attendant in classical attire, standing next to a column bearing an oil flame.

Peter Walton, Creamware and Other English Pottery at Temple Newsam House, Leeds, Leeds: W. S. Maney & Son, 1976, p. 246, pls. 1071–1072, for comparable shapes and decoration.

The robust body is divided by bold architectural ribs that terminate in projecting bracket-like forms recalling traditional Japanese temple carpentry. The wide trumpet-shaped mouth r...

A su regreso, realizó encargos para diversas parroquias catalanas, destacando los murales del Monestir de Montserrat (1927–1930) y las vidrieras del Temple del Sagrat Cor de Jesús en...

A large Japanese hand-crafted bronze temple candlestick holder converted to a table lamp, dating from the Meiji era (1868-1912).

Christians also incised or painted crosses on other parts of the body of non-Christian images, as well as on temples of the gods, especially the entranceways of temples that they con...

This feature would have allowed the figure to stand securely on temple altars or household shrines. Comparable examples are extraordinarily scarce, and the present piece is unlike an...