Metalwork

An Extremely Rare Pair of Chinese Kangxi Period Cloisonné Planters with Landscape Scene. These vessels are formed in deep bowl shapes with recessed, gilt-lined rims and short, slight...

A Marvelous and Quite Large 19th Century South Indian Bronze Dancing Female Figure, Tamil Nadu. This Indian bronze sculpture depicts a dancing fem...

19th Century Iron Skanda Buddha Sitting on Lion Statue – A Symbol of Strength and Protection This 19th Century Iron Skanda Buddha Statue depicts the Buddha in a powerful and protect...

Large patinated brass tray hand-crafted in the Moorish Indo-Persian Mughal style. The tray features a round form decorated with hammered, pierced, and etched designs of intricate flo...

19th century Middle Eastern Arabian tinned copper Dallah coffee pot. Antique decorative Arabic coffee pot hand-hammered and chased copper with riveted b...

Antique Middle Eastern Islamic art Moorish brass bowl engraved with Thuluth Arabic calligraphy.The polished brass bowl is profusely chased with vines and vegetal motifs and inscribed with Islamic verses of the Holly Koran.This bowl has been professionally cleaned and polished.Measures: Diameter 7.25" x 4" height Mouth opening: 5".Great Middle Eastern brass metalwork decorative Islamic art objects.Handcrafted Moorish hand-etched Islamic metal brass bowl.Engraved, incised and hammered with very fine Arabic Islamic calligraphy writing and geometric designs on brass vessel.Very Intricate fine Middle eastern Moorish Islamic Art metalwork, museum quality artwork.Late 19th Century.Date of Manufacture: Circa 1880.Condition: Wear consistent with age and use. Islamic brass metalwork is an intricate and beautiful form of art that originated in the Islamic world. It encompasses a wide range of decorative objects made from brass or other metals such as copper, bronze, and silver. Brass trays, in particular, are highly regarded for their craftsmanship and intricate designs. Islamic brass metalwork has a rich history that dates back to the early Islamic period, with its roots in the metalworking traditions of ancient civilizations such as the Persians, Greeks, and Romans. However, Islamic artisans developed their own unique styles and techniques, blending elements from various cultures and creating distinctive motifs that reflected Islamic aesthetics and religious beliefs. The process of creating brass trays involves several steps, each requiring specialized skills. Here is a general overview of the traditional techniques involved: 1) Design: A skilled artist or calligrapher creates the design for the brass object. Islamic brass metalwork often incorporates intricate geometric patterns, arabesques, floral motifs, and calligraphy inspired by Quranic verses or poetry. 2) Metalworking: The object 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 object. 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 metal is often decorated with intricate engravings or etchings. Skilled artisans use chisels, gravers, or other specialized tools to create fine details and elaborate patterns. 4) Filigree and Inlay: Some brass trays feature additional decorative elements such as filigree or inlay work. Filigree involves shaping thin wires of brass into delicate patterns and soldering them onto the tray's surface. Inlay work, on the other hand, involves embedding contrasting materials such as silver or copper into the brass, creating intricate designs. 5) Surface Treatment: After the main decorative work is complete, the tray may undergo surface treatments to enhance its appearance. This can include processes like polishing, buffing, or applying various chemical patinas to create an aged or oxidized effect. While this bowl has certainly witnessed the passage of time, it remains in remarkably good condition, with only minor signs of age that add character to its appearance. The patina on the brass enhances its antique allure, making it a truly authentic and captivating collectible. Arabic Calligraphy: The Arabic writing on the bowl is a work of art in itself. The calligraphy showcases the mastery of the scribe's hand, with flowing curves and intricate details that form an elegant script. The script may include Quranic verses, blessings, or poetic verses, depending on the bowl's origin and purpose. The inscriptions are not only visually striking but also carry profound meaning, making this bowl a beautiful representation of Islamic heritage. Intricate Patterns: In addition to the Arabic calligraphy, the bowl features intricate geometric patterns and motifs that further enhance its visual appeal. These patterns are a hallmark of Islamic art and reflect the mathematical precision and artistic creativity that defined Islamic craftsmanship. This antique Islamic brass bowl...

A pair of Khmer bronze hand bells with very nice patina. Age: Cambodia, Angkor Vat Period, 12th Century Size: Height 12.8 - 14 C.M. / Width 6.5 - 7.8 C.M. Size including stand: Heig...

A IMPRESSIVE ANTIQUE CHINESE CARVED AMETHYST FIGURE OF GUANYIN QING DYNASTY. Standing in flowing robes and holding a hand fan beside the ta...

Beautiful handcrafted decorative round tinned copper Mughal Indian box with lid, latch and handle. Antique South Asian Mughal Round Tinned Copper Box with L...

Extremely fine antique 19th century Moorish Egyptian Islamic floor candlestick in brass with Kufic Moorish revival pierced foliate openworks chased and chiseled with Persian calligraphy. Antique 19th century or earlier Middle Eastern Egyptian Arabic candleholder lamp with open work design and calligraphy. Rising from wide trumpet foot through to slightly tapering cylindrical shaft with two pronounced collars to gently flaring mouth and flat rim, the shaft with pierced openwork lattice containing scrolling vine issuing from cusped palmettes, bordered above and below by bands of engraved scrolling floral vine, the upper section of the foot and the body below the mouth with further pierced openwork sections in rectangular cusped cartouches with similar design set in a ground of engraved scrolling floral vine, interlocking palmettes and stylized cloud bands, band of verses. Could be used for candle or incense. This large floor candle holder...

PATINATED GILT-BRONZE AND CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL ‘BIXI AND GU’ CENSER / VASE, QING DYNASTY, CHINA, CIRCA 1850 OR EARLIER A magnificent, very high-quality, incredibly colored 19th century...

A good antique Chinese Qing dynasty silver dragon snuff box by Luen Hing (Shanghai) and retailed by Wang Hing & Co, Canton, circa 1900, the box mos...

A lovely and luxurious Japanese silver incense burner of lobed melon form, akoda koro, marked jungin and signed Nomura, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan. The silver koro...

A fine and beautifully enameled Chinese cloisonne incense burner, censer, with pierced cover, mid 20th century, circa 1960's, China. The ce...

An antique Japanese Meiji era, enamel over copper charger plate. The plate is adorned with a polychrome image of a dragon on cobalt blue ground made in the Cloisonne technique. The b...

This Old Iron Sitting Sakyamuni Buddha Statue is a stunning representation of the Buddha in a peaceful seated posture. Made of durable iron, this antique sculpture reflects the rich ...

A rare early Ginbari cloisonne work by renowned Meiji master Kumeno Teitaro. In high-shouldered ovoid form with six lobes in the body, which forms the s...

This is Chinese Vintage South China Sea Guanyin Buddha Statue for Protecting People Lifes. The term "South China Sea Guanyin" in Chinese 南海观音 refers t...

1940s Chinese Cloisonné large vase. Cloisonné is an ancient technique which incorporates decorative materials like enamel, colored glass, or gemstones into metalwork objects bound by wire on metal backing. The vase features extraordinary depictions of Chinese mythological phoenix bird and a dragon in vibrant colors of red, blue, pink, and green, against a black background with gold geometric overlay. Also featured are vibrant greenery leaves and puffy clouds or floral motifs in pastel colors. The vase has a large urn design with a bronze rim and base. The vase features a series of blue foliage along the base and has ancient Chinese geometric motifs along the top perimeter. This is an unusually tall vase and comes with a hand carved mahogany wood base. Vase Measure 26" height without the base and 29.5"H with the base. Looks amazing with or without the base. Second vase with pink dragon...

A pair of antique Japanese Meiji era cloisonne enamel lidded vases. The vases have a similar shape: a rounded body with a slightly tapered base and a domed lid. Each lid has a bronze...

Antique 19th century Middle Eastern Persian Qajar Dynasty ( 1785-1924) tinned copper pitcher. The teardrop form ruffled mouth with a flat hand wrought handle, over a neck decorated with hand chased figures and geometric designs. Nice decorative old rustic hand-hammered ewer pitcher in the Mameluke Qajar style. Large tinned copper pitcher entirely engraved and plated with silver, tinned with incised scene of a figure seated. Persian Moorish Middle Eastern tinned copper water jug ewer. Middle eastern Arabic...

An antique Japanese cloisonne enamel vase of baluster form, featuring a tiny neck and flared mouth. The vase is adorned with panels set against a red ground, showcasing floral motifs...

A large brass pandan box North India, 19th century The body with rounded profile and hinged raised lid with engraved and punched decoration centering ...

A Japanese enamel over copper vase. The exterior of the ware is enameled with a polychrome design depicting an eagle seated on a rock over a seascape made in the Cloisonne technique....

8-174 Embossed bronze urn with stylized elephant handles Bronze has aged patina with red oxide impressions Reeds not included.

This is vintage cased Ultra Lens. An English, plated brass optical magnifier in working order, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950. In working order, with a fine cased set o...

An antique Japanese enamel over copper charger plate, Meiji era, 1880s. The plate is adorned with a polychrome image of three male figures with a large leaf on a turquoise ground mad...

JOHN SCOTT BRADSTREET (Attributed) - Arts & Crafts cast and patinated bronze center-piece flower bowl taking the form of a lotus - later patinated flower 'frog' - unsigned - United S...

1910 cloisonne jar with lid.

A large, fine quality, and world class Japanese Meiji period mixed metal plaque with Shakudo-inlay, silver-inlay, gold-inlay, copper-inlay, and patina, attributed to the famous Suzuki Chokichi...

The Big Size Old Chinese Bronze Standing Covering Hands Man Statue is a remarkable piece of art that likely carries significant cultural, symbolic, and historical value. The gestur...

This 36cm Vintage Chinese Iron Longevity God Statue is a remarkable piece of Chinese art, depicting the Longevity God in a graceful and powerful stance. Holding a peach symbolizing i...

Chinese Bronze Diminutive Elephant-Handled Bronze Censor, Signed and Carved Wood Stand, 20th century or older This exquisite Chinese bronze censer is a fine example of traditional w...

Vintage Cambodian Repoussé Silver Pumpkin Shaped Box. A squat low form with sections having chased and punched scales, coiled silver wire sepals in ...

Chinese Cloisonne Bowl Bronze and enamel materials made with Cloisonne technique Origin China Circa 1950 Floral decoration perfect condition cloisone te...

An antique Japanese copper serving plate with polychrome cloisonne enamel design. Meiji period, ca. 1880s. Round footed piece. Turquoise blue ground color. The plate depicts a samura...

Antique brass Chinese brazier. Filled with burning coals, this exquisitely crafted brass brazier used to warmed the hands of a wealthy Chinese on a cold...

A stylish antique Meiji period Japanese cloisonne Koro and cover decorated with dragon and floral designs and dating from around 1880. This delightful Koro stands raised on three bra...

An antique Japanese Meiji period cloisonne enamel vase. Baluster shaped vase richly adorned with multicolor floral motifs within swirl and scale like patterns. Decorated with a few m...

A pair of antique Japanese cloisonne vases from the Meiji period featuring an elegant form with high shoulders and a saturated brown color enamel. Decorated with mosaic patterns with...

A delightful antique Chinese cloisonné cylindrical box and cover by Lao Tian Li, late Qing Dynasty, circa 1900, China. The box of cylindrical form and w...

An antique Japanese, Meiji era, enamel plate or charger. The interior of the plate is adorned with a polychrome enamel image of a butterflies, blossoming flowers surrounded by tradit...

A large and fantastic Japanese cast bronze incense burner, koro, with high relief design, Meiji period, late 19th century, Japan. The large and tall koro cast in extremely high re...

A good antique cast & gilt bronze Islamic engraved lion shaped aquamanile or table lighter/lamp, circa 1860. The gilt bronze figure is finely modeled ...

Antique Japanese bronze incense burner in the charming cast form of a goose, standing on both webbed feet, broad body serving as the incense burning receptacle with long outstretched...

A well cast and intricately decorated bronze drum from the Dong Son culture, circa 4th - 3rd century BC, Red River Delta, Vietnam. The face of the drum features a central 8 pointed...

This elegant bronze sculpture by Japanese artist Nobuo Murakoshi depicts a reclining female figure with smooth, organic forms. The surface of the bronze has developed a natural patin...

An exquisite Japanese bronze single-flower vase (Ichirin-ike) by renowned artisan Asano Norio (浅野紀夫), a full member of the Nihon Kogeikai (Japan Traditional Crafts Association). This...

Step back into the elegance of 19th-century China with this Bronze Warm Hand and Foot Pot, adorned with beautifully detailed auspicious paintings. This exquisite artifact reflects th...

Filled with burning coals, this petite 19th-century brass brazier once warmed the hands of a well-to-do person on a cold winter's night in northern China. The brazier is crafted of white brass in a rectangular form, complete with a hinged handle and an intricately pierced lid with a chrysanthemum pattern. The exterior is etched with a pattern of golden coins...

A pair of antique Japanese cloisonne enamel vases of baluster form, each featuring a multicolor striped design enhanced with floral, foliage, and butterfly motifs. The vibrant enamel...

Antique german Padlock-LOCK " F. SENGPIELS Patent with otiginal key around 1902. Original condition. Very good quality.

A very large Meiji period bronze vase, possibly for temple use, with high relief design and elephant head handles, late 19th century, Japan. Of baluster form and unusual size, yet ...

Antique Hindu brass decorative box. This is an antique Mughal style brass Indian ornate locking trinket box container. It has six compartments that lock ...

A fine large sized pair of Japanese bronze vases. The vases each surmounted by waisted necks flanked by two spreading handles with accents in the form of Japanese Torri (traditional ...

Well cast brass temple lion with fierce open mouth, armored headdress, bold protective stance. Dimensions: 9" W x 4 3/4" D x 11" H Condition: brass imperfection at base of tail th...

Handcrafted Turkish Ottoman tinned copper metal round Moorish vessel. Antique Middle eastern Asian Islamic tinned copper large bowl nicely hand-hammered....

An antique Japanese, Meiji era, enamel vase. The urn shaped vase is enameled with a polychrome design representing a dragon made in the Cloisonne technique. The neck is adorned with ...

An antique Japanese Meiji era cloisonne enamel plate. The background has a dark brown color shade and features a white crane surrounded by green bamboo leaves and small pink flowers....

An antique Japanese plate adorned with a polychrome cloisonne enamel design. The front side is decorated with floral ornaments and two medallions depicting birds and flower branches....

Japanese, circa 1800. This stunning Japanese armor shield mounted to a museum quality iron stand - circa 1800 is a remarkable piece of historical craftsmanship, featuring a metal co...

This is a traditional brass pot from the Middle East, used for brewing and serving Arabic coffee, or "qahwa." Crafted in the 1800s, this piece reflects t...

This Chinese iron statue of the Sleeping Sakyamuni Buddha with a big head is a distinctive and spiritually significant piece that embodies deep cultural and religious symbolism. Sak...

The vintage Russell Woodard wrought iron bar cart is a mid-century classic, designed in the 1950s and 1960s by Russell Woodard, a renowned...

Fine Antique Copper Samovar with a lidded top above a body flanked by hands and a tap to the front above a gadrooned base.

TA04027 Set of Three Antique Thai Bronze Lime Boxes. Tall Cylinders of varying shapes and sizes: A) Thai Bronze Lime Container in the shape of a Stupa, u...

A fine Japanese cloisonne hinged box with pheasant and autumn foliage, by Inaba Nanaho and the Inaba Cloisonne Company, Meiji period, circa 1900, ...

This is an antique dog door stop. An English, cast iron decorative keeper in Retriever form, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Fascin...

Contemporary golden handle, in cast brass. Produced in São Paulo, Brazil. This golden handle was meticulously handmade by master artisans one delicate piece at a time. It is therefo...

19th century Middle Eastern Arabian tinned copper Dallah coffee pot. Antique decorative Arabic coffee pot hand-hammered and chased copper with riveted b...

19th century Japanese bronze vase of classic form with a lovely rich patina. The vase has been drilled for wiring as a lamp. It will make ...

Elegant and refined Khmer bronze hairpin dating between the 12th and 15th century.

19th century Meiji Period diminutive bronze vase with lovely etched and applied decoration. A raised gilt bird is shown flying above etched bamboo on one side, gilt applied lilies wi...