Brass Asian Art and Furniture

Lovely pair of antique Victorian quality brass Irish postal scales having a lovely pair of antique Victorian brass postal scales with brass weights mounted on a wooden shaped base. ...

Faded Chinese export narrative tale coromandel screen with four lacquered panels. The scene is from the 18th century novel by Cao Xuegin. The screen depicts beauties in the grand vie...

Ghau is a small prayer box/bag worn as pendant by Buddhists as portable shrines which can be pray by prayer during their travel. This Ghau prayer bag (travel Buddha...

Set of antique Victorian brass scales standing on a mahogany base, with a brass centre column having a shaped brass arm holding a removable brass bowl and a brass removable bowl on t...

A very handsome square-cornered cabinet from Tianjin, approx. 100 years old. Made of Elm and Pine woods, we had left the beautiful original reddish brown colour on this piece origina...

Ornate antique quality brass coal box having a quality ornate brass lift up lid with ships and sea opening to reveal a storage compartment for coal with ornate front and sides.

For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of An Antique Korean Elm & B...

A fine pair of two-tier stacking cabinets, known as Nong in Korean, circa early 20th century (Korean Empire to Japanese Colonial Period). The square cabinet each is fitted with a pai...

An exceptional and well engraved WWI brass shell case with and Egyptian style scene set below script dating from around 1915. The large and heavily made shell case is of tall cylindr...

Large antique Victorian brass & mixed metal dish having a fantastic brass mixed metal dish with wonderful detail to the centre and a wavy edge

Antique Edwardian brass square trivet

Large decorative Fornasetti Style 6 Panel Architectural privacy screen room divider. Will go well with many types of decor. From Traditional to Modern. This is a heavy in weight piec...

Antique Edwardian brass postal scales having a pair of original brass postal scales standing on a hardwood stand with the original brass weights

An opium pipe is a pipe designed specifically for the vaporization and inhalation of opium. But these beautiful little antiques have become one-of-a-kind works of art. This late 19th...

This is a finely stitched Kyoto embroidery screen that dates to the Meiji Era (1868 - 1912). Kyoto has been celebrated for its skilled artistic embro...

Antique Edwardian brass nut cracker in the form of a crocodile.

Lovely set of quality antique Victorian letter and postal scales and weights having a quality set of original antique Victorian postal scales with original brass weights

Elegant pair of quality antique Victorian brass fire dogs having a quality pair of brass fire dogs with shaped tops standing on shaped feet.

Wonderful large antique Edwardian brass cannon having a wonderful model of a brass cannon with lovely decoration, movable wheels and cannon.

Pair of antique Victorian quality brass horse brasses having a quality pair of antique Victorian original brass horse brasses on leather pads

Chinese Kang Low Two Door Cabinet on Stand, 19th Century A lovely wooden box with elaborate brass butterfly hardware on two doors which open to a storage area, sitting on a small sta...

Antique Victorian quality brass helmet coal scuttle having a shaped carrying handle with a shaped quality brass helmet coal scuttle

Impressive Chinese export six-panel coromandel lacquered folding screen featuring a carved soapstone floral landscape with cranes. Each panel is 16 inches wide and embellished with a...

Quality antique Victorian circular brass coal bucket having a quality antique Victorian brass coal bucket decorated to the front with the coat of arms, with two handles to the sides ...

Antique Edwardian brass circular trivet having a circular trivet, with a lion to the top standing on three brass paw feet

Antique Victorian quality brass coal scuttle with original brass shovel having a quality brass coal scuttle with a swing handle and the original brass shovel

Antique Victorian quality brass helmet coal scuttle having a shaped carrying handle with a shaped quality brass helmet coal scuttle

Quality antique Victorian walnut & brass mounted sliding bookends, having quality sliding walnut book stand with engraved brass & walnut ends, beautif...

A 1950s Japanese Asian four-panel Byobu Showa folding screen of flowering lotus in good vintage condition.

This 20th century South Asian oil lamp is made of brass in the shape of an aircraft. Oil lamps like these were likely handcrafted using the century old lost-wax process of metal cast...

Quality heavy antique Victorian brass jam pale, having an iron shaped swing handle with a quality brass jam pale

Antique victorian quality copper and brass tea urn having a lift off lid with a brass finale to the top, shaped body with the original brass tap standing...

Antique Victorian quality brass coal scuttle having a quality swing carrying handle to the top and a shaped brass handle to the side

Korean Wedding Bandaji Chest Joseon Dynasty style.A Korean Bandaji chest circa late early to mid 20th century of Joseon Dynasty. Known as drop fr...

Wonderful vintage Chinese hand painted credenza made of teakwood. From the 1950’s. This piece features an orange color finish hand painting of fru...

Antique Islamic Dallah Arabic Turkish Brass Coffee Pot or Tea Pot. Middle Eastern Dallah Arabic brass coffee pot with birds and geometric etched triba...

Unusual quality round antique Victorian quality kettle having a quality turned brown glass handle, shaped lift off lid standing on ball feet.

Rare set of four antique Victorian bell shaped tankards having four rare antique Victorian bell shaped tankards, two are engraved with 1/2 pints...

Antique Victorian quality brass helmet coal scuttle having a shaped movable carrying handle with a shaped quality brass helmet coal scuttle and a handle to the back

Quality antique George III brass helmet coal scuttle with original shovel having a shaped movable handle

Quality antique Victorian brass coal scuttle having a quality antique Victorian brass coal scuttle with a swing handle to the top ...

18th century quality brass warming pan having a quality 18th century brass warming pan with the original iron handle D. 1770

Quality pair of early Victorian 19th century Parnall & Sons of Bristol shop scales of brass construction upon a wooden mahogany base. Marked Parnell & Sons to the frame. Accompanied ...

Quality antique brass ornate 'Dr Jim' doorstop having a modelled figure on horseback above a crossed spear and scroll decorated brass base

Antique Victorian quality heavy brass jam pale, having an iron shaped handle with a quality brass jam pale.

Wonderful antique Victorian quality brass coal scuttle having a quality antique victorian brass coal scuttle with a swing handle t...

An opium pipe is a pipe designed specifically for the vaporization and inhalation of opium. But these beautiful little antiques have become one-of-a-kind works of art. This late 19th...

Pair of antique Victorian quality brass figures of cavaliers having a pair of cavaliers standing on brass pedestals holding a brass battle axe dressed in original clothing

A pished Moroccan brass tray is a stunning piece of traditional craftsmanship that showcases the rich artistic heritage of Morocco. It is meticously handcrafted by skilled artisans who specialize in metalwork and imbue each tray with intricate designs and meticous attention to detail. The tray typically features a circar shape, with a slightly raised rim to prevent items from sliding off. One of the distinguishing features of a pished Moroccan brass tray is its exquisite engraving geometric design. The artisans skillfly carve intricate patterns, geometric motifs, or elaborate floral designs onto the surface of the tray. These designs are often inspired by traditional Moroccan architecture, Islamic art, or nature, and reflect the ctural and artistic influences of the region.The geometric design with a six pointed star in the center.The six pointed star meaning: A 6-pointed star is also known as the Star of David, Magen David, or Hexagram. It is a common symb with historical and ctural significance in various contexts. Here are a few of its associations: 1) Judaism: The Star of David is one of the most recognizable symbs of Judaism. It's often associated with Jewish identity and is found on the flag of Israel. Its origins in Jewish tradition are debated, but it gained prominence as a Jewish symb in the 17th century. 2) Symbic Meanings: In Jewish tradition, the Star of David can have various symbic interpretations. One common interpretation is that the triangle pointing upward represents God's relationship with humanity, while the triangle pointing downward represents humanity's connection to the Earth. Together, they symbize the harmonious relationship between the divine and the earthly. 3) Historical Context: The symb's historical usage predates its association with Judaism. It has been found in various ctures and religions around the world for centuries. In some cases, it was used as a protective amet. However, the Star of David's connection to Judaism has become its most well-known and widely recognized meaning. 4) Ctural and Artistic Uses: The Star of David is often used in Jewish art, jewelry, and decorative items. It's also used as a decorative motif in architecture and design. Remember that symbs can have different meanings to different people and ctures. The Star of David, with its six points, has a rich and complex history that spans various aspects of religious, ctural, and historical significance. A round pished tray in this style serves both as a functional item for serving food and drinks with grace and style, and as an exquisite decorative piece to adorn homes, showcasing the artistry and ctural heritage of Morocco and its surrounding regions. It is a testimony to the enduring beauty and craftsmanship that has been cherished for centuries, a legacy that continues to inspire and captivate admirers around the world. A round pished tray Islamic metalwork, is a breathtaking example of the exquisite craftsmanship and artistic heritage of the region. Handcrafted with skillf precision, this tray showcases a harmonious blend of ctural influences, resting in a piece that is both visually captivating and historically significant. The process of creating brass trays invves several steps, each requiring specialized skills. Here is a general overview of the traditional techniques invved: 1) Design: A skilled artist or calligrapher creates the design for the brass tray. Islamic brass metalwork often incorporates intricate geometric patterns, arabesques, floral motifs, and calligraphy inspired by Quranic verses or poetry. 2) Metalworking: The tray is typically made from a sheet of brass or another metal. The metal is cut into the desired shape and then hammered or pressed to create the shallow depression of the tray. Traditional techniques such as repoussé (hammering from the reverse side) or chasing (hammering on the front side) may be employed to shape the metal. 3) Engraving: The surface of the tray is often decorated with intricate engravings or etchings. Skilled artisans use chisels, gravers, or other specialized tos to create fine details and elaborate patterns. 4) Surface Treatment: After the main decorative work is complete, the tray may undergo surface treatments to enhance its appearance. This can include processes like pishing, buffing, or applying various chemical patinas to create an aged or oxidized effect. Throughout history, Islamic brass trays...

1194 Hand hammered brass Japanese Foo Lion sculpture/storage box.

Unusual antique oak brass bound barrel on a quality black forest stand having a quality oak barrel with four brass bounds and a carved top, carved r...

Antique Edwardian brass jug having an antique Edwardian brass jug with a shaped handle to the back.

Large antique Victorian quality ornate brass wine cooler having a large oval antique Victorian quality brass wine cooler with ornate engraved decoration with carrying handles to both...

Antique Edwardian quality brass and copper jug having a quality shaped copper handle and copper bounds around a brass engraved jug

1930s Middle Eastern Round Brass Tray 23.5 in. Diameter. A magnificent Middle Eastern round brass tray, a true masterpiece of craftsmanship. The metal decorative tray gleams with the warm, lustrous glow characteristic of brass, its surface intricately adorned with a mesmerizing display of hammered intricate patterns. The skilled hands of artisans have transformed this metal canvas into a work of art that captures the essence of Middle Eastern heritage. Dimensions: 23.5 inches diameter. Circa: 1930s. Middle East provenance, Syria or Egypt region Moroccan style. At the heart of the brass tray lies an exquisite focal point: an eight-pointed star that radiates outwards, symbolizing unity and balance. The intricate patterns that envelop the star draw inspiration from traditional Middle Eastern motifs. Delicate arabesque tendrils weave and wind their way around the central star, forming a harmonious tapestry of interconnected designs. Geometric shapes interlock seamlessly with flowing curves, showcasing the artists' profound understanding of balance and aesthetics. The outer edges of the Moorish style tray bear a border that frames the intricate center. This border is embellished with an array of geometric shapes, Moorish patterns, and ornate detailing, all hand-hammered with great precision. The Middle Eastern tray...

A beautiful, light weight, small cabinet by the Chinese furniture master Zhong. The design based on Ming dynasty round corner cabinets, with doors set between horizontal stretchers u...

A very fine and intricately decorated Japanese cloisonné box and cover, Meiji period, late 19th century, Japan. The lidded trinket or jewelry...

Handcrafted brass bowl, roll top round dome with rich Persian style design. This footed presentation brass dish keeps inside a crystal bowl which makes it the perfect caviar server...