South Asian Decorative Objects

From Jalgaon, Maharashtra, India Large cabinet specimen of rich golden yellow calcite crystal cluster partially covered in lustrous gem apophyllite cr...

A gleaming maroon straw marquetry box with a gold foiled base. Compact, refined and irresistibly cosmic in its allure. The finishes, colours, size can be customised according to spec...

Type: Bicolor Fluorite on Muscovite Origin: Nagar Valley, Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan Province, Pakistan Dim: H: 9 x W: 20 x D: 8 cm Wt: 1770g This beautiful natural spe...

The brass Mughal hookah features a beautifully engraved brass base adorned with intricate floral and geometric motifs. The base is a work of art, showca...

Type: Calcite with Fluorite Origin: Loralai District, Baluchistan Province, Pakistan Dim: H: 12.4 x W: 9.8 x D: 8 cm Wt: 794g This cabinet-sized mineral specimen features sha...

Type: Axinite with Epidote Origin: Tormiq Valley, Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan Province, Pakistan Dim: H: 25 x W: 20 x D: 6.5 cm Wt: 2106g This impressive natural Axini...

A beautifully proportioned onyx marble obelisk in richly veined shades of green, cream, and brown. The sculptural silhouette and naturally dramatic stone movement give the piece a qu...

A beautifully proportioned marble obelisk in richly veined shades of green and grey. The sculptural silhouette and naturally dramatic stone movement give the piece a quietly architec...

An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Indian silver table ornament of an elephant; part of our ornamental silverware collection This exceptional vintage Indian silver ornament has been realistically modelled in the form of an elephant. This vintage silver elephant ornament has been embellished with chased details reproducing the fine definition of the elephant's skin and anatomical features. The model is further ornamented with caparison ornamented with scenes depicting a rural setting with iconic wild, indigenous animals. This fabric effect covering is further embellished with a stylised floral motif decorated border and features two-dimensional tassels to the terminals. The silver elephant figure is ornamented with further floral and bead motifs to the head and back, in addition to a scalloped border to the underside of the elevated trunk. Condition This vintage Indian silver elephant...

19th Century Anglo- Indian Engraved & Jeweled Bronze Cobra Candlestick India, Circa 1890 One the finest examples of late 19th century Anglo- Indian bronze cobra candlesticks, ma...

This museum-worthy combination specimen features a striking interplay between translucency and opacity: showcasing massive, sharply terminated Quartz crystals with natural luster and...

Handcrafted marquetry Moorish wood inlay micro mosaic with miniature hand painted scene. Handcrafted khatam wooden box with very delicate micro mosaic marquetry from the ancient Pers...

Brass Tissue Box, Saffron White Large, Viya by Vikram Goyal Tissue box in lacquer with brass. Handmade in India. With moniker's such as red gold, exquisite thread, or golden light,...

A beautifully decorated Indian metal box with a stone of amber on the top. 1920s or earlier There once was a fabric inside but it has disintegrated you can see it, all of the fibers ...

Hand-Carved Anglo-Indian Mughal Style Wooden Jewelry Box – Early 20th Century An elegant early 20th-century Anglo-Raj carved wooden box, finely handcrafted in India and richly decorated with continuous arabesque and floral relief carving throughout. The deeply detailed surface work reflects traditional Mughal-inspired craftsmanship, with scrolling foliage motifs executed in a cohesive decorative field across the lid and all sides. The hinged lid opens to a spacious interior lined in deep rust-red velvet, providing a rich contrast to the warm tone of the carved wood while offering a soft protective surface for jewelry, keepsakes, or collectibles. The shallow relief carving enhances the tactile quality of the piece, emphasizing the skill of its hand-executed workmanship. A refined example of Anglo-Indian decorative arts, this box functions beautifully as both a practical storage object and a statement collectible, suited for traditional, bohemian, or eclectic interiors. Origin: India Period: Early 20th Century Materials: Hand-carved wood, velvet lining Style: Anglo-Indian / Mughal Revival / Colonial Decorative Arts Condition: Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear Keywords / Metadata: Anglo Indian box, Mughal carved box, Indian jewelry box, carved wooden trinket box, early 20th century Indian furniture, Anglo Raj decor, handmade wooden box, Islamic floral carving, Moorish style box, rustic carved box, vintage India box...

British colonial style cast bronze fruit or serving bowl on a palm tree stand over a camel on a faux terra firma base.

Silver Plated Serving Bowl, Peacock Paradise, Viya by Vikram Goyal Serving Bowl in brass and silver. Handmade in India. Repoussé involves hammering low-relief designs into malleabl...

A beautifully proportioned marble obelisk in richly veined shades of green, brown, cream, and tan. The sculptural silhouette and naturally dramatic stone movement give the piece a qu...

Persian hand painted lacquer pen box in rectangular shape. Decorated with floral designs on gold background, black interior. Moorish Mughal pen box papier maché with miniature floral painting in the Persian style. Great Islamic Art collector museum quality piece on this miniature painting on box. Nice Mughal Indo Persian pen Box...

The brass Mughal hookah features a beautifully engraved brass base adorned with intricate floral and geometric motifs. The base is a work of art, showca...

Specimen: Tourmaline with Apatite Weight: 27 grams Dimensions: H: 3 x W: 3 x D: 3 cm Origin: Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan Province, Pakistan Treatment: None Natural speci...

A beautifully proportioned marble obelisk in richly veined shades of red, purple, and brown. The sculptural silhouette and naturally dramatic stone movement give the piece a quietly ...

Mid-Century Modern Hand-Etched Solid Brass Stylized Siamese Cat Sculpture, circa 1960s. Infuse your space with a touch of exotic Hollywood Regency glamour with this striking mid-cen...

Unique and exquisite brass cast leaf decorative bowl. Handmade using highly skilled and specialised traditional processes to create an original and sumptuous piece. Slight variation...

Vizagapatam box, India, 19th century. This highly decorative and unusual Anglo-Indian table box features rustic workmanship that adds to the character and charm of this unique Sout...

This large Indian brass-mounted wooden ram figure is a remarkable example of traditional craftsmanship, blending the natural beauty of wood with intricate brass appliqués. The carved...

Architectural India is a collection built on the Natural & Modern landscape of India. Each J'Jute style signifies a piece of the architects, Le Corbusier & Pierre Jeannette's modern ...

Contemporary Indian black and white stripe bone box. Hinged lid. White with inlaid black strips. Part of a large collection of bone boxes and trays

19th century Anglo-Indian sandal wood box, Sadeli mosaic box fitted with various compartments finely hand-carved with the Taj Mahal. Of sarcophagus form ...

Type: Blue Quartz Origin: Zagi Mountains, KPK Province, Pakistan Dim: H: 5 x W: 4.3 x D: 4.2 cm Wt: 86g Natural Specimen of Blue Quartz Crystal from Pakistan is a captivatin...

Charming vintage handmade Indian folk art elephant toy, hand carved from wood and elaborately hand painted and decorated with colorful textiles, sequins, beads and metallic embellish...

Specimen: Aquamarine Origin: Goand Mine, Shigar Valley, Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan Province, Pakistan Dim: H: 7 x W: 4.4 x D: 3.7 cm Wt: 145g An exceptional natural spe...

Candlephore Rattan Medium with stainless steel structure in vintage brass finish and with rattan sides with an inner glass lining. With bamboo handle, candlephore for 1 candle, cand...

Decorative Antique Asian round wood box container with lid and brass pull. Vintage collectible Asian wooden tobacco or opium round container. Round shaped lidded opium container...

18th Century Brass Mounted and Lacquered “Marriage” Dowry Box. Exquisite Indian craftsmanship made of teak with decorative brass on a patinated red lacquered surface with intricate ...

A beautifully proportioned marble obelisk in richly veined shades of brown, cream, and grey. The sculptural silhouette and naturally dramatic stone movement give the piece a quietly ...

This superb Indian spice box is of a larger scale than normally seen. It is highly decorative and original. It is made from a solid block of dense woo...

A beautifully proportioned marble obelisk in richly veined shades of yellow, cream, grey, and black. The sculptural silhouette and naturally dramatic stone movement give the piece a ...

Antique Wooden Pot or Tekhi, from Nepal, 13" Tall, circa 1900s Early 20th century wood pot from Nepal, this particular style of wooden container, pot has a r...

Formed from a single block of White Marble with rope coils carved across the full exterior, this bowl applies a textile motif to stone using traditional hand-carving techniques from ...

This is a small antique apprentice-piece chest. An Anglo-Indian, carved teak Colonial keepsake box, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880....

A beautifully crafted vintage marble box from India, dating to the 1940s–1950s. The surface is intricately inlaid with agate and other precious stones, forming an elegant floral patt...

A scene from Ramakian or Ramayan, the Indian epic Rama and Sita. Large and heavy Antique Indian Temple toy metal camel, bronze camel on wheels. Camel with r...

Ivory and blue chevron decorative trinket rectangular lidded box inlaid with white bone and resin on wood. Large stylish Moorish trinket lidded box with bone and wood inlaid handcraf...

Candlephore Rattan XLarge with stainless steel structure in vintage brass finish and with rattan sides with an inner glass lining. With bamboo handle, candlephore for 1 candle, cand...

A distinctive, handcrafted decorative box from India, made of wood and hand-painted with traditional scenes inspired by Oriental miniature art. It features exquisite polychrome detai...

This striking large cabinet size specimen from India features beautifully formed, gemmy Green Apophyllite crystals rising prominently from a richly textured bed of Peach Stilbite. Th...

Large Asian decorative wooden jewelry box with brass overlay. Large ethnic Indian hand painted decorative jewelry wood box with brass metal hammere...

A 19th century small Indian dowry box on wheels with fitted compartments. The door at the top that slides to the side. The fitted interior has a small...

Superb Ceylonese porcupine quill lidded pot in a most unusual conical shape Fashioned in dark wood and decorated with quill pieces All quills are present and in excellent order. Int...

An extraordinary specimen featuring vertically aligned, gem-quality bicolor elbaite tourmaline rising through a sculptural matrix of bladed white cleavelandite and glassy quartz. Th...

Specimen: Apatite on Muscovite Weight: 378 grams Dimensions: H: 13 x W: 8 x D: 4 cm Origin: Nagar Valley, Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan Province, Pakistan Treatment: None T...

Amazing antique expertly hand-carved wood block with a floral and vegetal pattern that has been used in printing production. This now rustic piece shows signs of years of handling in...

A beautifully proportioned marble obelisk in richly veined shades of brown, green, and cream. The sculptural silhouette and naturally dramatic stone movement give the piece a quietly...

Vintage Indian Hand Painted Mughal Rajasthani Metal Water Vessel Vase. This stunning vintage Indian water vessel is a large, hand-painted metal piece that combines the beauty of traditional Rajasthani artistry with functional design. Featuring vibrant, polychrome design. A true statement piece from the mid-20th century, this antique water vessel...

This silver trinket or jewelry box dates to the late 19th century and is presumed have been made in India. The silver tests to between .850 and 900 and as such, is slightly below .92...

An antique Indian early 20th century hand carved architectural temple carving from Gujarat, depicting a smiling woman. Originating from Gujarat, India, this antique early 20th-century hand-carved architectural temple carving is a captivating depiction of a smiling woman. This exquisite sculpture captures the essence of traditional Indian artistry, with the woman carved in a frontal position while her legs are delicately portrayed in profile. Her serene expression, enhanced by a slight tilt of her head, radiates a sense of calm and contentment. The intricate details of her headdress, attire, and jewelry highlight the craftsmanship and cultural richness of the region. The woman's features are beautifully rendered, showcasing a blend of grace and elegance. The carving, with its weathered appearance, speaks to its historical significance and journey through time. The back of the sculpture remains unfinished, adding an authentic touch to its architectural origins, as it was likely meant to be a part of a larger structure or placed against a wall. This temple carving serves as a striking decorative piece, perfect for adding an exotic and cultural element to any interior space. Whether displayed in a living room, hallway, or study, it brings a sense of history and artistry to the environment. Its craftsmanship and evocative presence make it a conversation piece, inviting viewers to appreciate the skill and cultural significance embedded in this work of art. This early 20th-century Indian temple carving...

Impressive antique Anglo Indian lap top desk crafted in quills and ebony decorated with bone dots. The surprising interior has multiple components featuring a felt writing surface, n...

Set of three mixed handmade brushed cast brass decorative bowls. Each of those original and elegant bowls are handmade individually. Cast using very traditional techniques. Slight ...

Large radiating intersecting formation of fully crystallized emerald green apophyllite crystals with sharp pyramidal terminations and highly reflective faces. 2.5 lbs, 6 x 4 x 6 ...