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...

This striking lapis lazuli slab from Afghanistan displays an intense, royal blue hue, dramatically intersected by natural veins of white calcite and sparkling golden pyrite. Expert...

A skillfully Kilim Upholstered Stained Pine Middle Eastern Table Chest with nail head decorated trims. Measures 20.5" in width, 10.5" in depth and...

From Nuristan, Laghman Province, Afghanistan This excellent, Manganotantalite is rare find. Most of the crystal appears to be black, but the "glow" shot reveals translucent, red spo...

Lovely set of solid Teak wood Elephants .Remarkably large . all original even the Wooden tusks . Very nice carving . one slightly larger than the other . 1950s Hand carved .

Type: Bicolor Tourmaline Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Dim: H: 2.7 x W: 2.1 x D: 2 cm Wt: 10.5g Natural Specimen of Rare Bicolor Tourmaline Crystal from...

An extraordinary sphere of natural lapis lazuli, exceptionally large and heavy with spectacular images of the galaxy. The globe cut from a substantial boulder of lapis from Afghanist...

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...

Type: Bicolor Tourmaline Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan \Dim: H: 2.4 x W: 1.5 x D: 1.4 cm Wt: 9.3g Natural Specimen of Dark Bicolor Tourmaline Crystal fr...

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...

Fabulous hand carved & painted 40 inch tall wooden Buddha. Polychrome decorations with Gilt. Brightly colored and in prayer. Heavy and well executed. In excellent vintage condition ...

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...

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 ...

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 Type: Tourmaline Weight: 98 grams Dimension: H: 6 x W: 3.5 x D: 2.8 cm Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural specimen of bi-c...

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...

A large scale freestanding polished lapis lazuli freeform originating from Afghanistan, one of two similar naturally-formed lapis lazuli specimens we are selling. With its naturally...

Early 20th Century Afghani Carved Wood and Iron Storage box An early 20th century carved hardwood storage chest from Afghanistan, retains its original iron fittings and hardware. Th...

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...

Weight : 143.28 Gram Dimension: 5.7 x 5.4 x 4.2 Cm Origin : Paprook Mine, Afghanistan Tourmaline is a crystalline silicate mineral group in which boron is compounded with element...

Gorgeous vintage handmade silver Vase. Sorry we don't know anything about it, but its beautiful. It is marked with a sign of the silversmith. I am unsure of the age of this object an...

The crystallized blue form of the calcium carbonate mineral aragonite is very sought-after. This substantial piece features gorgeous teal blue color and great luster and crystallizat...

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...

From Kunar, Afghanistan Large single crystal of transparent sherry colored Topaz with sharp complex basal pinacoid terminations. Crystal is well formed with glassy luster faces. ...

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...

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...

From Koksha Valley, Khash Kuran Wa Munjan Districts, Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan Prismatic blue afghanite crystals exposed on the face of gray to white marble. Crystals has lus...

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: Lazurite on Calcite Weight: 500 grams Dimension: H: 12.5 x W: 7 x D: 6 cm Origin: Ladjuar Madan, Sar-e-Sang, Koksha Valley, Badakshan Province, Afghanistan Treatmen...

Specimen: Vorobyevite Alkali Beryl Origin: Kuran Wa Munjan District, Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan Dim: H: 4.5 x W: 4 x D: 2 cm Wt: 20g This remarkable natural specimen of ...

Specimen: Emerald with Pyrite Origin: Panjshair Valley, Afghanistan Dim: H: 6.7 x W: 7.5 x D: 4 cm Wt: 277g A striking natural specimen of green emerald with pyrite from Afgh...

Product Information: Specimen Type: Microcline Feldspar with Black Tourmaline Weight: 13.4 kg Dimension: H: 25 x W: 30 x D: 20 cm Origin: Skardu District, Gil-git Baltistan Prov...

A large scale freestanding polished lapis lazuli freeform originating from Afghanistan, one of two similar naturally-formed lapis lazuli specimens we are selling. With its naturally...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline On Albite Weight: 17 grams Dimension: H: 3 x W: 3 x D: 3 cm Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This exquisite natural...

Specimen Type: Vorobyevite Weight: 25 grams Dimension: H: 4.2 x W: 2.5 x D: 2.2 cm Origin: Deo Darrah, Khash and Kuran Wa Munjan District, Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan Treatmen...

Product Information: Specimen Name: Bi color Tourmaline Crystal Weight: 16.77 grams Dimensions: H: 3.9 x W: 1.6 x D: 1.3 cm Treatment: None Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Provinc...

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...

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 ...

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...

Type: Afghanite on Calcite Origin: Sar-e-Sang Mine, Kokcha Valley, Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan Dim: H: 5.7 x W: 4 x D: 3.3 cm Wt: 60g Weighing 60 grams, this rare combin...

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...

520.02 Gram Beautiful Lazurite Specimen From Badakhshan, Afghanistan Weight: 520.02 Gram Dimension: 8.8 x 8.6 x 6 Cm Origin: Badakhshan, Afghanistan Lazurite stimulates the thi...

Specimen: Triphane Weight: 451 grams Dimensions: H: 9.5 x W: 6 x D: 4.5 cm Origin: Dara I Pech, Chappa Dara District, Kunnar Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None Natural spe...

Type: Rubellite Tourmaline Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Dim: H: 1.9 x W: 1.3 x D: 1.2 cm Wt: 6.5g Natural Specimen of Vivid Rubellite Tourmaline Cryst...

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...

This piece is a uniquely special find perfect for the discerning mineral enthusiast. It's unusual to find pieces of this calcium carbonate mineral with such spectacular color and won...

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...

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...

from Paprok, Kamdesh District, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Superb specimen of lustrous Rubellite var. pink tourmaline crystals fully terminated in a parallel formation embedded...

Stunning Dual Bi Color Tourmaline on Specimen From Afghanistan Weight: 43.71 Gram Dim: 3.9 x 4.3 x 3.1 Cm Origin: Kunar , Afghanistan Tourmaline is a fascinating mineral ...

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.

Type: Bicolor Tourmaline Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Dim: H: 1.8 x W: 0.9 x D: 0.9 cm Wt: 3.5g Small in scale but packed with intense color, this 3.5-...

Type: Bicolor Tourmaline Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Dim: H: 7.1 x W: 1.8 x D: 1.2 cm Wt: 23g Weighing 23 grams, this raw bicolor Tourmaline specimen s...

Type: Smoky Window Quartz Origin: Watalak Mine, Dara I Pech, Chappa Dara District, Kunnar Province, Afghanistan Dim: H: 26 x W: 13 x D: 10 cm Wt: 2523 This cabinet-sized spec...

35.45 Adorable Indicolite Blue Tourmaline Specimen From Kunar, Afghanistan Weight: 35.45 Gram Dimension: 4.6 x 3.6 x 2.8 Cm Origin: Kunar, Afghanistan Tourmaline is a crystalline...

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

58.60 Carat Gorgeous Indicolite Blue Color Tourmaline Cluster From Afghanistan Weight: 58.60 Carat Dimension: 3 x 2.2 x 1 Cm Origin: Kunar, Afghanistan Tourmaline is a crystallin...

Type: Bicolor Tourmaline Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Dim: H: 3.8 x W: 1.6 x D: 1.5 cm Wt: 18.5g Weighing a substantial 18.5 grams, this raw Bicolor To...

Product Information: Specimen Type: Afghanite on Lazurite with Pyrite Weight: 383 grams Dimension: H: 8.8 x W: 6.5 x D: 6.8 cm Origin: Saar-e-Sang Mine, Badakhshan Province, Afgh...

Large single crystal of transparent, pink spodumene Kunzite with steep termination on the top, and complex termination on the bottom. Kunzite is a...