Antique Calligraphy

19 th century Chinese calligraphy carved panel sign.

Large GEORGE WASHINGTON Declaration 1865 1865 George Washington Declaration of Independence A wonderful rare antique masterpiece. Civil War era engraving/lithograph of a wonderfu...

Beneath is a passage written in romantic calligraphy. Can not make out the verse. Beautiful decorative work.

Pair of 19th century Chinese calligraphic inscription panels, with metal mounts and red lacquer.

A geometric border, inside a falcon composed from calligraphy inscriptions poised for the hunt!

The table has slate inserts and ledges along the sides to hold the calligraphy inks. Outstanding hand-carved faces on the four legs.

A large antique Chinese sign with striking calligraphy in the center of the sign and smaller Chinese characters all around.

A calligraphic composition in Nasta'liq script, comprising invocations to god and to the imam 'Ali.

Title: Suzuribako with Rock and Pine Landscape Date: 19th century Dimensions: 22 x 24 cm A 19th century rectangular suzuribako writing box with an integral ink stone and a fitted c...

This type of vertical panels was hanged either along a two door gate into the house or two posts in a large hall. It is always hanged in pair. The Chinese characters on this pair of ...

Hereke silk rug with Islamic calligraphy signed by Hereke Ozbek, Turkish. Measure: 150cm x 103cm.

A late 18th century calligraphy set box of rectangular form with an integral ink stone and a fitted case.

It is believed that the Nasta'liq style reached its highest elegance in Mir Emad's works.[2] These are amongst the finest specimens of Nasta'liq calligraphy and are kept in several m...

Subject: Antique print, untitled. - Calligraphic portrait of Napoleon. Description: From the series ""Galerie, compositions ….Specimen des ecritures modernes"", published by Simo...

Early German handwoven grain sack with original calligraphy and graphics. It was made from linen and hemp by the farmer's wife and used to store grains.

Early German handwoven grain sack with original calligraphy and graphics. It was made from linen and hemp by the farmer's wife and used to store grains in the barn.

Black tar calligraphy was used for the farmer's name, village, date and in rare cases, an image of the farm animal.

Early German handwoven grain sack with original graphics and calligraphy. It was made from linen and hemp by the farmer's wife and used to store grains in the barn.

17th century, calligraphy panel attributable to Ala Al Din Al Tabrizi, Safavid, Iran Measures: 28 x 40 cm.

A trio of antique Japanese handmade earthenware saki sake bottles from Japan, circa 1900. Each jar has a different signature in script across the front that is the mark of the master...

The front side of the locket is adorned with a calligraphic "O", which is formed by bead-set seed pearls and gold detailing.

Japanese Ceramic Water Dropper, Folded Water Design A water dropper is used in calligraphy as a small container to hold a small amount of water to make ink for calligraphy.

Meiji period A Fine Japanese Hirado ware calligraphy water-dropper (suiteki) in the form of a seated puppy with a cloth collar.

Tobey's work resembles Abstract Expressionism and Asian calligraphy.

Tobey's work resembles Abstract Expressionism and Asian calligraphy.

A Sasanian gold ring adorned with a carnelian intaglio featuring masterful calligraphy. The carnelian intaglio in this particular ring is a testament to the mastery of early Islamic ...

Polychrome decoration with birds, floral motifs and Chinese calligraphy, Qing Dynasty, Qianlong period (1736-1795).

Antique late 19th century Japanese iron mounted tansu or suzuribako calligraphy writing box. Push button lid lock (you have to fiddle with it a bit to open), small drawers are 2.5"...

Original antique travel poster for London - Train services and fares from any LNER agency - featuring Old English calligraphy style lettering and illustrations of people in medieval ...

Signed with the rare Calligraphic 'Gallé' signature in cameo. This piece was produced in Emile Gallé's life time and is a high quality example of the manufacturer's industrial produ...

The manuscript features elegant Arabic calligraphy, displaying a "Dua" (Arabic for a plea) and poetic verses, adding a profound spiritual and literary dimension to the piece.

The piece is crafted from linen and features caligraphic motifs, a common theme in Islamic art, reflecting the cultural importance of calligraphy in the Ottoman Empire. The textile i...

An early 20th century Japanese temple gong suspended in a metal pagoda style arch with calligraphy on the bell and frame at top. Dragon across the arch and figure on base.

Brush pots were used by Chinese and Korean scholars between the 18th and 19th century. Calligraphy brushes were generally kept in the brush pots but intermittently, they were also us...

Features striking bold dark blue hand painted calligraphy. Great desk accessory or shelf piece, China, c. 1880 or earlier.

Large Keyaki wood sign for medicine "Hotan" panacea with calligraphy by Jihei Morita, the head of the company and a master of "hotan" style calligraphy.

One of a kind elm side cabinets with “key design carving” and calligraphy from Shanshi, circa 18th century.

An amazing large-scale Chinese shop sign, 19th century, with calligraphy, and scissors in gold on burgundy background.

With attractive Chinese calligraphy and original heavy cast iron handles. From Xian, circa 1900.

Large Japanese vintage Saki bottle Beige with large calligraphy 19th century.

Chinese couched gold thread calligraphy banner. 19th Century.

Skillfully hand inlaid and engraved with Islamic motif and Kufic Calligraphy. Inlaid with silver and copper.

Fierce warriors in bright color, surrounded by calligraphy. Not examined out of frames.

Commemorative table screen panels The rare set of double-sided panels in sections with 8 immortals and scenic painting and relief-carved floral motifs on one side, and on the othe...

Decorated with figures and calligraphy.

Late 19th century-early 20th century, French Mosque lantern with Arabic calligraphy made for the Islamic market Measure: H 23cm W 19cm.

Late 19th-early 20th century, rare bronze gilded with Arabic motifs and calligraphy (usually made from ceramics) made for the Islamic market.

Great quality with enamel and gilt decoration and gilding. There is Chinese calligraphy on the handle sides. Two handles have been professionally restored, Qing dynasty.

Large and spectacular incense burner and its finely engraved brass plateau, inlaid with silver and red copper. Very beautiful calligraphy in kufic and thuluth writing on all sides a...

The exterior decorated with a panel of cartouches containing floriated abstract or calligraphic engravings.

A porcelain vase with decorations of two warriors and calligraphy. Seal marked Daoguang and of the period.

An aged "Nature Calligraphy". A beautiful wall display, or standing sculpture.

It was originally used as a writing or calligraphy box.

▪ Christian Dior black silk faille strapless evening gown ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Built-in boned corset with underwired bra ▪ Oversized draped bow ▪ Narrow floor-length skirt ...

Alexander McQueen suit crafted from black cashmere, featuring a sharply tailored jacket with standing shoulders and a funnel collar. The jacket is adorned with 31 horn buttons and ha...

This very important 18k white gold vintage crown is set with a total of exactly 60.08ct of round brilliant cut and baguette diamonds, and with thirty four panels of vintage turquoise...

This impressive Van Cleef & Arpels clip-on earrings and ring Demi-Parure set from the floral Folie des Près is crafted in 18k white gold and set round pink sapphires, marquise tsavor...

Antique Fancy Link Bracelet 18ct Yellow Gold & Silver French Hallmarked Circa 1870 Step into elegance with this stunning Victorian era bracelet, crafted in 18ct yellow gold and s...

Dior Sequin Embellished Silk Low back Gown - Luxurious silk bodied and lined gown - Dark silver, translucent and champagne gold sequins - Dark grey stitching - Nude silk thin strap...

Exceptional Tiara by Damiani. Diamonds, pearls Metal: white gold 18K (no rhodium plating). Diamonds weight: 41,50 carats color G-H clarity VVS-VS Japanese pearls: 9,60 grams. Total ...

A pair of Chinese red and black signs from the early 20th century with hand carved and lacquered calligraphy. Created in China during the first quarter of the 20th century, each of t...

A vintage Chinese horizontal shop sign from the mid 20th century with lacquered finish, carved and gilt calligraphy. Created in China during the midcentury period, this horizontal sh...

A late Georgian gold aquamarine parure of a necklace, a pair of drop earrings, a bodice brooch, a brooch, a hair ornament and a stick pin, the collar necklace with graduating oval-cu...

Bracelet from 1950 - 1960s for Men and Women in solid 14K Yellow Gold decorated with six natural Blue Sapphire stones cur cabochons.Hallmarked / tested solid 14K Yellow Gold metal. ...

Estate Art Deco tutti Frutti Inspired Carved Gemstone and Diamond Necklace, This 579 carat necklace set is hand set in 136 gm 14k solid yellow Gold with 11.15 carats of diamond, 120 ...