Magpie Antique

Surrounded by warriors poised for battle, five magpies hover mid-flight, arranged in the Chinese character for luck or blessing.

Antique bird print titled '1. Jackdaw 2. Magpie' Old bird print depicting the Jackdaw, Magpie.

Charles Jones British, (1836-1892) Sheep in a Landscape Oil on canvas, signed with monogram & dated (18)81 Image size: 25.5 inches x 44.25 inches Size including frame: 32.75 inches x...

Mid-late 19th century hand-colored lithograph of the "Magpie". It is from the Rev. F.O. Morris' "History of British Birds" published by Groombridge and Sons in London Sight: 7" x 4.3...

The work depicts a "Jakhodo" theme (Tiger and Magpie theme; The letter “jak” means magpie; “ho” means tiger; and “do” means painting), one of the most popular motifs in Korean art, f...

An impressive, large and decorative Chinese Tongzhi porcelain vase exceptionally well painted with two magpies perched on a branch amidst flowering shrubs including peonies and two b...

Antique Real Skull of a Crow or Magpie, Germany ca. 1900s An antique taxidermied skull of the crow (Corvidae) mounted on an ebonized wooden turned base.

A superb early 20th Century cold painted Austrian bronze study of a standing magpie with wonderful naturalistic colour and excellent hand chased surface detail, signed with the Bergm...

A wonderfully painted and detailed Korean folk art Minhwa Jakhodo (The letters “jak” means magpie; “ho” means tiger; and “do” means painting) Tiger and Magpie Scroll Painting.

In the branches above the pair of tigers sits a magpie. Folk paintings of tigers and magpies is a popular theme in Korea.

The maid's focus has been caught by a naughty magpie pecking at the handle of a silver spoon in a discarded shoe to the left.

Regarded as a bird of good omen, magpies bring joy and good fortune to those who encounter them.

Regarded as a bird of good omen, magpies bring joy and good fortune to those who encounter them.

A good quality pair of 19th century Chinese Famille Noire baluster vases or lamps. Painted with magpies perched on blossoming prunus branches issuing from the base and the top, all o...

An impressive 'famille-noire ‘magpie and prunus' Floor vase, in very good condition possibly 19th century or earlier note : bears old label of French Collector Count de Semalle'...

A large flowering tree rooted amidst scholars rocks and a chrysanthemum bush. Two magpies are gleaning butterflies symbolizing happiness chasing prosperity.

A wonderful early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with a flowering branch in the center with two magpies resting on the branches, and woven in brown, cream, indigo, and set against...

An early 20th century Chinese Art Deco runner with a mauve colored field with a beautiful pattern of flowering peonies and prunus blossoms on scrolling branches with magpies, all ren...

The pine is also a symbol of winter. Magpie and plum are a symbol of happiness and the coming spring.

A whimsical early 20th century Chinese Art Deco rug with a pictorial pattern containing a crane standing in a pond with large lotus and peony flowers towering above him, and magpie f...

Butterflies and cicadas flit between blossoms, symbols of happiness, and two magpies rest amid flowering plum branches, a blessing of good fortune and martial happiness.

The large jar is decorated with a curious qilin-like creature, a rooster, a heron, and a chattering magpie. Originally used to pickle eggs, this container works well today planted wi...

A wonderful pair of 19th century Chinese cabinet with a heavy black lacquer and beautifully painted garden scenes depicting myriad birds including cranes, phoenix, magpies, and ducks...

Another panel featuring a single magpie settled on a flowering plum branch. The tea caddy of box form, with a round opening to the top and cover.

A striking mix of asymmetrical flowers, a butterfly with a magpie bird combined with vibrant jewel-tone colors, this Chinese Art Deco rug is a true beauty.

Brushed atop layers of red and black lacquer are scenes of magpies resting on flowering branches, a common wedding motif for double happiness.

Each piece features gilded borders, a floral motif around the perimeter resembling bunches of blue forget-me-knots, as well as flying partridges and magpies on a verdant patch of gra...

Realistic facial features and vivid expressions can be found on their miniature 1/2" faces. Magpie and deer are symbols of happiness. Pomegranate symbolizes family.

The garden stools or traditional drum form and featuring a gorgeous muted turquoise ground and painted with a scene of magpies amongst branches and flowers in the unusual grisaille p...

Adding a lively presence to the composition, two magpies perch amid the scene, symbols of joy and good fortune, while two fluttering butterflies dance across the field, representing ...

At its heart, a gracefully arching cherry blossom tree emerges from scholar’s rocks, its delicate branches alive with four magpies—birds long associated with joy and good fortune in ...

A Golden pheasant and big blossoming peonies also figure prominently and are an auspicious pairing symbolizing good fortune, honor and bravery. A red-billed blue magpie also features...

The peony is flanked by a pair of magpies (xi que), and this creature is deemed an auspicious bird symbolizing happiness.

The surface of the plates was etched with symbols of longevity and happiness such as pines, peonies, crane, magpies perched on the rocks. On the large lock plate, there are two Chine...

Deers, peonies, cranes and magpies all found their ways into the design of the other plates.

On both sides, large pair plates of magpie, a symbol of happiness, and peach fruits, symbol of longevity were placed in symetrical pattern.

Fabulous pair of Meissen figures of Magpies after the models by J.J. Kandler (1733), each naturalistically modeled and colored, perched on a tree-stump with tail feathers upraised, t...

French late 19th century still life, oil on canvas on stretcher, signed and dated 1894. Framed in 19th century birds eye maple frame with gilt slip.

Very rare vase with "stylized birds / magpies" by Charles Catteau for Boch Freres Keramis D.1366 / form 118 "autographe" Leon Delfant.

This is a copy of an 18th century fish bowl, decorated in classic famille rose enamels featuring magpies. In Chinese art the magpie symbolizes happiness or happiness coming soon.

The magpie associated with the plum tree is a subject frequently used in Chinese art, and is an auspicious symbol of joy.

19th Century shadowbox of four magpies in a winter landscape. The backround is a delicately painted church in snowy fields.

Very rare "PAIR" of vases with "stylized birds / magpies" by Charles Catteau for Boch Freres Keramis D.1366 / form 118 "autographe" Leon Delfant.

Wonderful Chinese famille rose yellow ground spittoon Zaodou, the body featuring magpies perching on prunus trees, all against a mustard yellow ground, the recessed base bearing an i...

The beautifully executed watercolor botanical study depicting a Pica Erythrorhyncha, or red billed blue magpie, perched on a tree branch, copied from 'A Century of Birds from the Him...

Large Chinese Famille Rose Early 20th C Magpie and Prunus Vase. A beautiful large early 20th c Chinese famille rose vase made during the 1920-1930's painted with high skills and a b...

Art Deco European Tin for French Confectionery La pie qui chante, which means the magpie who sings. This oval storage box and has a beautiful design: black and yellow color with a...

A web of cherry trees is shown in the full blossom of Spring. Beautiful black magpies explore among the misty branches. A warm golden light pervades the scene.