Central Asian Decorative Objects

This captivating lapis lazuli sphere from Afghanistan features a deep, royal blue body accented with delicate veins of golden pyrite and soft white calcite. Place of origin: Afghani...

"Beautiful polished free form of top quality natural Afghani lapis lazuli.  This specimen has rich, electric-royal blue color enriched with scintillating pyrite micro-crystals. Lapis...

Beautiful 1.1 lb hexagonal box made of the fine natural lapis lazuli from Afghanistan. A round lid with elegant finial and fine carrara marble interior. St...

A beautiful lapis lazuli bowl. 100% natural, untreated, undyed, genuine stone. Bowl of conical form on a round base, polished to perfect smoothness. Stone of strength and wisdom, lap...

A Seljuk Bronze Oil Lamp, 12th/13th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collection. Description: A 12/13th-century Seljuk bronze oil lamp is an antique from the Seljuk Empire, k...

Specimen: Kunzite Origin: Dara I Pech, Chappa Dara District, Kunnar Province, Afghanistan Dim: H: 12.5 x W: 9 x D: 3 cm Wt: 750g This exceptional natural Kunzite crystal from ...

A Seljuk Bronze Oil Lamp with Base, 12th/13th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collection. Description: A 12/13th-century Seljuk bronze oil lamp is an antique from the Seljuk...

"Beautiful polished free form of top quality natural Afghani lapis lazuli.  This specimen has rich, electric-royal blue color enriched with scintillating pyrite micro-crystals. Lapis...

"Beautiful polished free form of top quality natural Afghani lapis lazuli.  This specimen has rich, electric-royal blue color enriched with scintillating pyrite micro-crystals. Lapis...

This refined, slim-cut lapis lazuli slab from Afghanistan showcases an exceptionally deep, velvety blue with subtle golden pyrite flecks and faint calcite veining. Despite its slen...

"Beautiful polished free form of top quality natural Afghani lapis lazuli.  This specimen has rich, electric-royal blue color enriched with scintillating pyrite micro-crystals. Lapis...

Beautiful polished free form of top quality natural Afghani lapis lazuli.  This specimen has rich, electric-royal blue color enriched with scintillating pyrite micro-crystals. Lapis ...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline on Cleavelandite Weight: 9 kg Dimension: H: 18 x W: 30 x D: 25 cm Origin: Pachigram Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural sp...

A rare, hand carved, masterpiece natural fine grade lapis lazuli Kwan Yin sculpture. Kwan Yin has an oval-shaped face with arched eyebrows and downcast eyes casting a serene aura, framed by long-lobed ears and an ushnisha covered under a hood as part of her fluid robe. She holds a Ruyi scepter in her right hand. Her left had is shown in motion of flicking blessing water. A stylized panel of flame backs Kwan Yin, symbolizing her power and spiritual superiority. To her left is a full bloom of lotus, a symbol of peace and enlightenment. The sculpture is masterfully carved with her facial details beautifully depicted. A custom handmade root stand complements this extraordinary statue. The lapis statue...

"Beautiful polished free form of top quality natural Afghani lapis lazuli.  This specimen has rich, electric-royal blue color enriched with scintillating pyrite micro-crystals. Lapis...

Gorgeous Tri Color Tourmaline Crystal From Afghanistan WEIGHT: 71.56 grams DIMENSIONS: 8.7 x 2.5 x 1.8 Cm ORIGIN: Afghanistan COLOR: Green, ...

This impressive polished Jade Sphere from Afghanistan is a true embodiment of natural beauty and expert craftsmanship. Measuring an impressive 16 inches in diameter and weighing appr...

Rare Asian camphorwood jewelry box from the 1950s

Circa 1890. 19th c large ebonised carved winged serpent gargoyle table lamps Originally hand carved winged serpent gargoyle wall brackets. Wired...

Beautiful tile hand painted and glazed with exceptional wondering colorful school of fish on a yellow color background. The tile can hang on the wall. Exceptional object of art for w...

Beautiful Bi Color Tourmaline Crystal From Afghanistan Weight: 30.10 Carat Dim: 3.6 x 1.6 x 0.9 Cm Origin : Afghanistan Tourmaline is a...

Bactrian alabaster chalice, circa 3000-2000 BC. It has an elegant tapering formed base with a undeep rimmed cup. The alabaster is strikingly vained. ...

A beautiful, substantial statue of Lapis Lazuli, hand carved by a master artisan on both sides. The sculpture depicts a dragon flying in the clouds above mountains while spraying wat...

Morganite with Smoky Quartz Mawi pegmatite, Nilaw-Kolum pegmatite field, Nuristan, Afghanistan 9.7cm tall x 11.5cm wide Ex-collection Stephen Smale All the members of the Beryl f...

This top-quality, Lapis Lazuli sphere from Afghanistan, has been beautifully hand-polished for maximum aesthetic appeal. The solid piece of natural stone boasts a vibrant, ultra-roya...

"Beautiful polished free form of top quality natural Afghani lapis lazuli.  This specimen has rich, electric-royal blue color enriched with scintillating pyrite micro-crystals. Lapis...

Stunning Bi-Color Tourmaline Crystal From Afghanistan WEIGHT: 111.33 grams DIMENSIONS: 8.4 x 3.3 x 2.8 Cm ORIGIN: Kunar, Afghanistan TREATMENT: None Tourmaline is an extremely...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline with Quartz Weight: 231 grams Dimension: H: 8 x W: 6 x D: 4.5 cm Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural spe...

A beautiful lapis lazuli bowl. 100% natural, untreated, undyed, genuine stone. Bowl of conical form on a round base, polished to perfect smoothness. Stone of strength and wisdom, lap...

Elevate your home with this hand‑carved genuine lapis lazuli bowl, accented by a smooth jade rim. Measuring 8 inches in diameter, this striking piece combines two revered gemstones—l...

PRODUCT INFORMATION: Specimen Type: Marvellous Natural Bi Color Tourmaline Crystal Weight: 246 Grams Dimension: H: 11.5 x W: 3.3 x D: 3.3 cm Locality: Paprook Mine, Nuristan Provin...

This huge heart from Afghanistan has been hand-carved and hand-polished out of one piece of genuine, beautiful color lapis lazuli featuring the shimmer of p...

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

Specimen Type: Tourmaline with Lepidolite Weight: 146 grams Dimension: H: 7.2 x W: 5.5 x D: 3.5 cm Origin: Pachigram Mine, Paprok, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None ...

This luxurious offering serves up vibrant tones of verdant emerald on a canary yellow calcite and shimmering, earthy biotite matrix for a gemmy study in contrast. A unique and arrest...

Beautifully polished lapis lazuli mineral specimen from Afghanistan. This semi-precious stone has been prized since antiquity due to its intense, beautiful blue coloring and golden speckles. It was also used in the fine arts, in a crushed powder form, as a component of artist's pigments and, as such, was the most expensive pigment during the Renaissance period. Lapis Lazuli Specimen...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline on Cleavelandite Weight: 138 grams Dimension: H: 7.5 x W: 6 x D: 3.5 cm Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural...

This Golden Calcite specimen comes from the Sokolovskoe Iron Mine in Qostaney Oblysy, Kazakhstan. This mine is an increasingly scarce and sought-after source for collectors, and piec...

Product Information: Specimen Type: Schorl with Albite and Muscovite Weight: 591 grams Dimensions: H: 9 x W: 12 x D: 6 cm Origin: Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan Province, Paki...

This striking tourmaline crystal has a mesmerizing blue color, a robust size, and sharp form. Upon first glance, the piece appears to have a dark, almost black cap, but when lit, its...

Specimen: Tourmaline Weight: 281 grams Dimensions: H: 9 x W: 5 x D: 3.8 cm Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural specimen features s...

Beautiful Black Tourmaline Crystal From Afghanistan Weight: 255.07 Gram Dimension : 5 x 4.7 x 5.2 Cm Origin : kunar, Afghanistan Tourmaline is a crystalline silicate mineral grou...

Specimen: Kunzite Weight: 35 grams Dimensions: H: 8.2 x W: 2.5 x D: 0.7 cm Origin: Dara I Pech, Chappa Dara District, Kunnar Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural s...

Specimen: Celestite on Calcite Weight: 36 grams Dimensions: H: 3.5 x W: 4.5 x D: 2 cm Origin: Badghis, Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None Natural specimen of cel...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline with Lepidolite Weight: 35 grams Dimension: H: 9 x W: 1.8 x D: 1.8 cm Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natura...

Specimen: Aqua-Morganite on Muscovite Weight: 334 grams Dimensions: H: 8.5 x W: 9 x D: 5 cm Origin: Watalak Mine, Kunnar Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None Natural specimen ...

AAA quality hand-polished natural Lapis Lazuli bowl from Afghanistan. This specimen has rich, electric-royal blue color enriched with scintillating pyrite microcrystals. This extra grade lapis bowl is a wonderful example and would make a lovely crystal gift...

This top-quality, Lapis Lazuli sphere from Afghanistan, has been beautifully hand-polished for maximum aesthetic appeal. The solid piece of natural stone boasts a vibrant, ultra-roya...

A Seljuk Bronze Oil Lamp Base, 12th/13th Century a tripod stand with stylized hoofed feet. Provenance: Private Australian Collection. Dimensions: Height: 62.5cm. Diameter: 22cm.

Bactrian marble column idol, circa 3000-2000 BC. It has an elegant tapering form with a undeep groove running on the top. The colomn has incrustation on the side where it laid on the...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline Weight: 110 grams Dimension: H: 6.7 x W: 4.5 x D: 2.7 cm Origin: Pachigram Mine, Paprok, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural sp...

"Beautiful polished free form of top quality natural Afghani lapis lazuli.  This specimen has rich, electric-royal blue color enriched with scintillating pyrite micro-crystals. Lapis...

We are delighted to present you with this incredible polished piece of Lapis Lazuli, a deep blue metamorphic rock often used in jewelry and decoration. The stone displays a vibrant...

Specimen Type: Celestite on Calcite Weight: 310 grams Dimension: H: 7 x W: 9.2 x D: 7.3 cm Origin: Badghis, Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural specime...

Specimen: Tantalite with Tourmaline Origin: Dara I Pech, Chappa Dara District, Kunnar Province, Afghanistan Dim: H: 4 x W: 2.8 x D: 2 cm Wt: 25g This remarkable natural specim...

This magnificent top-quality, Lapis Lazuli large egg from Afghanistan, has been carefully hand-polished for maximum aesthetic appeal. The solid piece of natural stone boasts a vibran...

A striking Gandharan molded stucco head of a male Bodhisattva, tentatively identified as Manjushri, ancient region of Gandhara, probably Hadda or surrounding area, 3rd-5th century. The Bodhisattva is sculpted of stucco in an idealized manner as a youthful male, with soft and kind features, a benign expression on his face. He wears an elaborate pleated turban wrapped around his head, with two sweeping lobes at the front. His turban secured on one side by a small image of a roaring lion. The lion may be read as a reference to Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Wisdom, who is often depicted as riding or subduing a roaring lion, a metaphor for taming the wild thoughts of the mind. Manjushri gazes outwards in a beatific manner from almond shaped eyes, a gentle smile on his lips. The eyes at different levels when looking at the sculpture head on, indicating the original placement of the head was meant to be viewed at an angle. Remnants of pigments to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears. Mounted on a custom black metal stand. Hadda was an important center of Buddhist learning in the early history of Greco Buddhist Gandhara, and at one time may have housed a bone relic of the historical Buddha, Shakyamuni. The sculpture and architecture of Hadda followed Hellenistic artistic conventions faithfully, leading some scholars to believe the distinct Greco Buddhist style of Gandhara was first developed in Hadda before spreading to the rest of the region. The kingdom of Gandhara was situated at a crossroads of trade and cultures. Being one of the last remnants of Alexander the Great's Empire, the inhabitants of the Greco-Bactrian Buddhist kingdom preserved Greek culture and heritage for centuries after the decline of the Greek Empire...

Specimen Type: Ruby on Marble Weight: 8 grams Dimension: H: 2.8 x W: 1.5 x D: 1.4 cm Origin: Jagdalak Mine, Surobi District, Kabul Capital, Afghanistan Treatment: None This nat...

Specimen Type: Spinel on Calcite Weight: 401 grams Dimension: H: 7 x W: 8.7 x D: 5.5 cm Origin: Koksha Valley, Badakshan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural spec...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline Weight: 123 grams Dimension: H: 9 x W: 6 x D: 4 cm Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural specimen showcases ...