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Material: Metal
Antique 22 Karat Gold Egyptian Etruscan Revival Scarab Beetle Bracelet 1870
Located in Portland, OR
A rare antique Egyptian Revival 22 karat gold bracelet, circa 1870. Gold weight 38.10 grams.
This continental gold bracelet tests as 22 karat gold and is fitted with a green faience ancient Egyptian scarab, engraved with Hieroglyphics. The front of the bracelet is modelled as a twin headed winged ibis amulet and is fitted to the center with a faience scarab, which swivels to show the Hieroglyphics.
The bracelet band having Etruscan style beaded granulated decoration and a strong closing clasp and opening chain. Condition is excellent.
The bracelet was last purchased in 1968 from the prestigious London antique jewelery dealers; Anne Bloom located at 124 New Bond Street London for 1500 (Great British Pounds...
Category
1870s French Egyptian Revival Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Gold
18th-century Dutch-colonial Peranakan mother-of-pearl casket with silver mounts
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An Indonesian Peranakan mother-of-pearl inlaid mastic sirih casket with silver mounts
Jakarta (Batavia), circa 1720-1730, the silver hinges marked for Batavia, maker’s mark HS or SH...
Category
Mid-18th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Silver
Antique Japanese Decorative Wall Dish
Located in Milano, IT
Round plate in bronze and cloisonné enamel designed in Japan at the end of the 19th century, during the 'Meiji' era, which can be translated as 'enlightened government'. This histori...
Category
Early 1900s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Ancient Jain Altarpiece with Three Standing Jina's, Gujarat, India 16th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
An authentic, ancient and exceptional Three Jina Shrine. For it’s age the altarpiece is in a very good condition and rather large. The image of three standing, nude Jinas flanked by the other 21 seated Jinas is rare. The lintel of the shrine is showing the nine comets and three seated figures...
Category
16th Century Indian Medieval Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Antique Japanese Satsuma Moriage Oil Lamps & Dragon Jardiniere Mantel Set
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare antique parlor set of Japanese Satsuma porcelain and brass Kosmos Brenner oil lamps and jardinière / cache pot / planter / urn. Both are moriag...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Brass
Antique Chinese Multi-Lobed Opium Box in Silver, Decorated with Reliefs with Ide
Located in Leuven , BE
Beautiful opium box decorated with reliefs with ideograms (one of the two refers to wealth), a chrysanthemum (symbol of longevity) and foliage. This silver m...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Silver
Small Cloisonné Box
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a charming small cloisonne box with black resin floral design. The cloisonne color is in brilliant condition with no scuffing or much wear.
Category
Late 19th Century Asian Chinese Export Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Brass
Antique Small Chest of Drawers from Edo period 19th Century, Japan
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Antique small chest of drawers from Edo period (1603-1868), Japan.
If you look closely at the top surface, you can see writing on it.
...
Category
19th Century Japanese Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Iron
19th Century, Antique Burmese Bronze Cow Bell with Stand
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese bronze cow bell with clapper inside with stand.
Age: Burma, 19th century
Size: height 7 cm / width 8 cm.
Size including stand: height 16.2...
Category
19th Century Burmese Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Antique Illustration of the Feet of Lord Rama, 'Sri Ram Prada Yatra'
Located in Soquel, CA
Finely detailed illustration of the feet of Lord Rama. The feet are labeled with illustrative symbols, including a lotus flower, shells, and crescent moons. There are a total of 17 s...
Category
19th Century Indian Other Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair of Chinese Iron Bound Courtyard Doors, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This impressive set of doors dates to the turn of the century and originated as the outermost entrance gate to a traditional courtyard home in northern China. Crafted of locust wood and hand-worked iron, the rustic doors have developed a fantastic texture from years of use. The original layer of dark brown lacquer has eroded with an inimitable crackle, revealing the beautiful wood grain underneath.
The door fronts are reinforced with studded iron bands and decorative iron plates in the shape of clouds or ruyi. The doors are fitted with a simple iron latch and four round door pulls...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Iron
Mid-20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Animal Rooster with Artist Sign
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese bronze animal rooster with artist sign.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, 20th century
Size: height 15.7 cm / width 5.3 cm / length 11 cm.
Condition: Nice condition overall.
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Four Seasons Flower and Birds Enamel Designed Silver Incense Burner, 19C
Located in Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Incense burner inlaid with cloisonne enamel on silver, made in the Meiji period.
This is a gem of the Meiji period by Ipposai.
The circular body, has eight demensions with four l...
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Silver
Pair Of Antique Chinese Incence Burner Table Lamp
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of elegant Chinese Antique incense burner. It shows very detailed hand craft works of Chinese calligraphy and dragon etching on copper ....
Category
20th Century Chinese Metal Antiquities
Materials
Brass, Copper, Bronze
12th Century Islamic Persian Khurasan Silver Inlaid Bronze Calligraphy Inkwell
Located in Portland, OR
An ancient Khurasan silver and copper inlaid bronze inkwell, Eastern Persia or Herat, 12th-13th century, from an important private Middle East collection.
The inkwell is of cylindric...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Persian Islamic Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Silver, Bronze, Copper
Pair of Chinese Black Lacquer Courtyard Doors, C. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This impressive set of doors dates to the turn of the century and originated as the outermost entrance gate to a traditional courtyard home in northern China. The pair is crafted of northern elm (yumu) and finished with dark black lacquer and hand-worked iron hardware. Bands of studded iron reinforce the fronts and simple iron plates secure the door latch and round door pulls...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Iron
Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Vases
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of unique black chinese Cloisonné vases with floral design and traditional ruyi decorative border at the top. Blue enamel interior.
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Big Rare Oriental Coffer, Treasure Chest, Wedding Trousseau
Located in Cesena, FC
Rare Chest, wedding trousseau chest, oriental (Indian) from 1800s, of important measure, with opening on top base and large locks.
The wood is carved and with breathable openings on each side, and the 4 turnings located at the top corners are equally worked.
Description: Fabulous chest, antique Indian dowry chest...
Category
Mid-19th Century Indian Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Metal
Meiji Dynasty Japanese Decorative Dish
Located in Milano, IT
Round plate in bronze and cloissoné enamel designed in Japan at the end of the 19th century, during the 'Meiji' era, which can be translated as 'enlightened government'. This histori...
Category
Early 1900s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Antique Chinese Export Silver Wine Goblet By Tuck Chang & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver wine goblet; an addition to our wine and drinks related silverware collection.
This exceptional antique Chinese Export Silver (CES) goblet has a circular bell shaped form, to a shaped stem and plain circular stepped foot.
The drinking vessel of this antique silver goblet is embellished with chased iconic Chinese dragon designs accented with stylised flame and cloud decoration, all on a matte background.
The decoration to the body incorporates a vacant flame shaped cartouche.
The upper rim of this 19th century Chinese silver wine goblet is encompassed with an applied moulded border.
The impressive embossed shaped pedestal is realistically modelled in the form of three rooted and intertwined bamboo stalks.
The impressive domed circular foot is embellished with further chased decoration replicating the details of the bamboo's terrain and environment.
This impressive Chinese silver goblet...
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Silver
Blue Gilt Bronze Cloisonné Dish
Located in Dallas, TX
Bronze gilt cloisonné bowl with 3 legs and chinese signature on the bottom. Slight scuffing on the side and chipped enamel section in the interior. Gilt bronze in excellent condition...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Chinese Courtyard Doors with Iron Butterflies, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This imposing set of doors dates to the mid-19th century and once enclosed the inner courtyard of a Qing-dynasty home in northern China. The double doors are crafted of northern elm (yumu), a common hardwood appreciated for its strength, warm coloring and expressive grain.
The fronts are reinforced with iron bands studded with brass hobnails and decorated with hard-worked iron plates with a foliated design. A square lock plate secures two round door pulls and a simple door latch, engraved with an everlasting knot, lotus blossoms, and ornamental koi. Little iron butterflies flit across the front, auspicious symbols of blessings, happiness and longevity. The monumental doors...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Brass, Iron
17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base.
Age: Burma, Shan Period, 17th Century
Size: Height 25.8 C.M. / Width 12.1 C.M. / Thick...
Category
17th Century Burmese Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Chinese Iron Bound Courtyard Doors with Frame, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This monumental pair of doors dates to the mid-19th century and once enclosed the inner courtyard of a grandQing-dynasty home in northern China. The courtyard doors are crafted of northern elm (yumu) and are complete with the original door frame comprised of thick wood beams. The door fronts are reinforced with studded iron bands and decorative iron plates with a foliate design. The doors close by a simple iron latch and open with two round door pulls...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Iron
Early 20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Vase with Artist Sign
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese bronze vase with artist sign, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th Century
Size: Height...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Archaic Bronze Wine Vessel, Bianhu, Han Dynasty, China
Located in Austin, TX
A sublime Chinese archaic bronze wine vessel, called a bianhu, Han Dynasty (206 BC - 220 AD), China.
The bianhu with a flattened oblong body,...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Antique Tricycle 1900s-1940s / Three Wheeler Figurine Wabi Sabi Object
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese tricycle.
This item is from the early Showa period (1900s-1940s).
The handle is made of wood and the seat is made of leather.
Everything else is made of i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Metal Antiquities
Materials
Steel, Iron
Pair of Chinese Brass Brazier Tongs, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
In 20 years of collecting, we have never run across a pair of brazier tongs, making this object truly a rare find. Once used by a scholar or wealthy homeowner to place hot coals in a...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Brass
Tibetan Travelling Buddha Shrine
Located in Houston, TX
A large antique Tibetan Buddha shrine or prayer box (also known as Gau) which encases a painted terracotta Buddha figure, all wrapped in a hand embroidered quilted silk brocade. This was used as traveling shrine and carried on one's person when away from home.
Beginning with the “om” written on the left hand side of this traveling shrine, an itinerant Tibetan monk once traced his fingers clockwise over the embossed characters. As he did this, he recited "om ma ni padh mey hum," the universal Tibetan Buddhist prayer for the well-being of all sentient beings. Known as a Gau, this portable shrine...
Category
Early 1900s Tibetan Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Copper, Silver
Shokudai Candle Holders of Bronze from Japan, Meiji 1868-1912
Located in London, GB
Pair of Shokudai candle holders made of bronze during the Meiji period (1868-1912) in Japan. Includes original box as pictured.
Candle holders H. 66cm; diameter 26cm.
Lidded bro...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Vase with Artist Sign
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese bronze vase with artist sign, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th Century
Size: height...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Vase with Artist Sign
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese bronze vase with artist sign, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th century
Size: Height 29...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base.
Age: Burma, Shan Period, 17th century
Size: Heig...
Category
17th Century Burmese Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Blue Cloisonne Fu Dogs
Located in Dallas, TX
Bright blue and turquoise Cloisonne with terra cotta red detailing; in great condition. This is a very unique Fu dog representation that is highly stylized.
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Japanese Silk Embroidered Tapestry with Gold Hammered Silk Thread
Located in Nova Scotia, NS
Thank you for taking the time to view this magnificent and extremely rare antique Japanese silk embroidered tapestry.
This stunning wall ha...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Gold, Metallic Thread
Early 20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Vase
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese bronze vase.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th century
Size: Height 40.2 C.M. / Width 27.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condition overall.
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
3-Tier Cloisonne Chinese Box with Handle
Located in Dallas, TX
3-tiers of removable compartments create a large and unique cloisonne piece. Could have been used for storing tea or jewelry and features an elaborate colorful design with Chinese lo...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Antique Bronz Gilt Vase with Flower and Bird Design, Meiji Period
Located in Chuo-ku, Tokyo
This work is produced by Egawa, a master craftsman from the Meiji era.
It can be said to be a representative of brilliant metalworking technology.
"Kaga zougan", an excellent met...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
17/18thC Antique Vietnamese Bronze Shiva, 7903
Located in Ukiah, CA
Very rare antique Vietnamese bronze Shiva. 6 inches tall, 7.25 inches on a custom stand. Has many Cham features. While he looks to have significant a...
Category
20th Century Vietnamese Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Vase
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese bronze vase.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, early 20th century
Size: height 29.1 cm / width 16.3 cm.
Condition: nice condition overall.
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Antique Chinese Gilt Sterling Silver Cloisonne Phoenix
Located in Brea, CA
A antique unique incredible Chinese gilt sterling silver cloisonne phoenix on wood base, statue features beautiful emamel in blues, greens with jewel...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metal Antiquities
Materials
Silver
Bixia Yuanjun Figure of Bronze Dated Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644
Located in London, GB
Bixia Yuanjun figure of bronze dated Ming Dynasty 1368-1644.
Base of hardwood.
Height excluding base 26cm;
Heigh including base 31cm.
Condition:
Corrosion on reverse/back;
...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Antique Chinese Export Silver Cigarette Case
By Zee Wo
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver cigarette / card case; part of our diverse Asian silverware collection.
This fine antique Chinese Export Silver (CES) cigarette/card case has a plain rectangular form with rounded corners.
The anterior cover is embellished with an embossed and chased decorated iconic Chinese dragon design amidst clouds, on a matte background, incorporating a shield shaped vacant cartouche.
The posterior cover is ornamented with traditional embossed and chased plum blossom foliate and floral decoration, also on a matte background.
The rounded sides of this antique silver cigarette case...
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Silver
19th Century, Meiji, Antique Japanese Iron Teapot with Artist Sign
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese iron teapot with artist sign.
Age: Japan, Meiji Period, 19th Century
Size: height 24.3 cm / width 16 cm
Condition: Nice condition ov...
Category
19th Century Japanese Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Iron
20th Century, Showa, A Pair of Japanese Bronze Koi Carp Fish with Artist Sign
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of Japanese bronze koi carp fish with artist sign.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, 20th Century
Size: Length 24 - 25.8 C.M. / Width 6.6 - 8.8 C.M. / Height 7.8 - 9.3 C.M.
Condition...
Category
20th Century Japanese Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
1920s Chinese Export Silver Box
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export silver box; an addition to our collection of boxes and cases.
This exceptional an...
Category
1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Silver
20th C., Showa, Japanese Bronze Animal Peacock with Artist Sign
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese bronze animal peacock with artist sign.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, 20th century
Size: height 21.7 cm / width 9.1 cm / length 42 cm (size excluding stand)
Condition: Nice...
Category
20th Century Japanese Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Antique Combat Helmet 'Kabuto' 1800s Edo Era
Located in Paris, FR
This is an antique combat helmet made around 1800s in Edo era in Japan.
Kabuto is a type of helmet first used by ancient Japanese warriors which, in later periods, became an important part of the traditional Japanese armour...
Category
Early 19th Century Japanese Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Iron
Red lacquer Festival Flag Support abundantly inlaid with mother-of-pearl, Japan
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare museum-worthy Japanese lacquered wooden festival support for a flag. In feudal Japan this kind of supports sat on the back of a horse or ox during pr...
Category
19th Century Japanese Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Copper
500 B.C, Dong Son, a Pair of Antique Khmer Bronze Bangle Bracelet with Bells
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of Dong Son bronze bangles with very nice green patina, decorated with bells and circular design which is the typical design of Dong Son bronze.
Age: Cambodia, Dong Son Per...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Cambodian Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Provincial Chinese Rice Measure, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This square container was made over a hundred years ago to measure and hold a dou of rice, an ancient Chinese measurement. It is handcrafted with thin finger joints, iron-finished edges, and a gently arched handle. Marked by painted Chinese characters on each side, this antique measure...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Metal Antiquities
Materials
Iron
20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Animal Rabbit
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese bronze animal rabbit.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, 20th Century
Size: Height 15.6 C.M. / Width 8.4 C.M. / Length 14.5 C.M.
Condition: Ni...
Category
20th Century Japanese Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Superb 15/16th C Northern Thai Bronze Buddha, 8491
Located in Ukiah, CA
Superb 15/16thC Northern Thai bronze Buddha on custom base. This piece measures 5.5" tall and 6.75" on its custom base. Exquisite face, strong spiritual feel-almost glows. Very hard ...
Category
16th Century Thai Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Antique Drum-Shaped Bronze Box, Meiji Period
Located in Chuo-ku, Tokyo
An excellent work of metalwork inlay in the Meiji era.
It's shaped in a traditional Japanese drum.
The grape motif is expressed by "takaniku-zougan...
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base.
Age: Burma, Shan Period, 17th Century
Size: Height ...
Category
17th Century Burmese Antique Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century, A Set of Burmese Bronze Sportsman Figurines
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A set of Burmese bronze sportsman figurines with stand.
Age: Burma, Colonial, Early 20th Century
Size: Height 13.7 - 22 C.M. / Width 5.1 - 10.7 C.M.
Size including stand: Height 15 ...
Category
Early 20th Century Burmese Metal Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
20th Century, A Pair of Cambodia Rice Cutters
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of Cambodia rice cutters.
Age: Cambodia, 20th Century
Size including stand: Height 68.5 - 84.3 C.M. / Width 39.5 - 43.5 C.M.
Condition: Nice condit...
Category
20th Century Cambodian Metal Antiquities
Materials
Metal
Kiriko Candleholder Ryosuke Harashima Contemporary Zen Japanese Craft Mingei
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Candleholder designed by Ryosuke Harashima.
This work is made of antique Kiriko glass plate and brass.
Artist create new style candleholder by combining old kiriko glass and Indust...
Category
2010s Japanese Japonisme Metal Antiquities
Materials
Brass
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