South Asian Decorative Objects

Anglo Indian hardwood campaign or dowry chest. This has brass straps, handles and large hinges on the interior. The lock has the original key. The chest is in good condition. It show...

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 ...

An exceptional specimen featuring a vivid pink Kunzite crystal partially covered by delicate white quartz, with fine calcite and mica accents adding texture and contrast. The Kunzite...

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...

Anglo Indian carved mahogany cat with ebonized stripes and a curious expression, featuring a secret compartment on the bottom.

Elegant pineapple candlesticks in lacquered brass. These striking brass candlesticks from the 70s have a stylish pineapple shape, a symbol of h...

This striking Imperial Topaz crystal from Katlang, Pakistan, exhibits a deeply saturated warm hue and exceptional transparency. The Imperial Topaz crystal stands proudly atop its con...

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

Exquisite Antique Kashmiri Silver Filigree Rosewater Sprinkler (Gulaab Pash) Circa 1880–1910 Srinagar, Kashmir A rare masterpiece of South Asian silverwork, this antique gulaab pas...

This charming specimen features lustrous apophyllite crystals beautifully set on a bed of dark grey quartz, accented by delicate pink stilbite clusters of varying sizes. The interpla...

Solid Brass Oval Shaped Bowl / Dish, 1970's. Nice original patina.

Antique Anglo-Indian Carved Ebony Figural Elephant Inkwell Desk Stand. This is an antique Victorian colonial decorative desk ebony wood stand. Late 19...

Brass Candelabra, Under The Banyan Bronze Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candelabra in brass. Handmade in India. Echoing ancient whispers of worship, each object captures th...

A set of two antique hand-painted nesting boxes, from the East Indies, showcasing remarkable 1920's folk art. They are distinguished by their beveled lids (trapezoidal in shape), bl...

Elegant handmade cast bronze leaf in a polished bronze finish. They may be used as a bowl or just a beautiful decorative object. Each of these splend...

1 kg plus Massive Aquamarine Crystals Attached With Big Feldspar From Pakistan Weight: 1 kg plus Dimension: 16.4 x 15.7 x 11.8 Cm Origin: Shigar Valley, Skardu District, Gilgit Ba...

Rare and remarkable Anglo Indian box turtle tea caddy, the well marked upper shell hollowed and intricately filled with a star inlaid panel, the base with a lidded box, all in exotic...

A pair of mouth blown blue glass Hundi lamps. Moulded glass smoke shades above the bulbous gadrooned blue glass lanterns, terminating in a copper ferrel.

J'Jute is a luxury all-natural, sustainable brand based in Bondi Beach, Australia. Each piece is designed in Australia and handwoven by skilled artisans in India. Product Informati...

Type: Aquamarine Origin: Nagar Valley, Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan Province, Pakistan Dim: H: 16 x W: 9.7 x D: 8.5 cm Wt: 1927 This substantial, hand-sized Aquamarine c...

Spike Planter by Deetee Home Dimensions: W 35.5 x D 35.5 x H 43.2 cm Materials: Stoneware Sculpted with a raw, textured finish, its organic form and raised spikes give it a sculptur...

This superb Cavansite specimen from the famous Wagholi Quarry in India displays an intensely saturated, deep-blue cluster perfectly centered on a contrasting creamy Stilbite matrix. ...

Brass Planter, Ikkat Medium, Viya by Vikram Goyal Planter in brass. Handmade in India. Unfurling ceaselessly, India discovers its eternal muse in the realm of textiles. From the li...

An Indian silver plated metal box from the 19th century with pierced foliage motifs. Created in India during the 19th century, this silver plated metal box attracts our attention wit...

PRESENTING A GORGEOUS 19C Anglo Indian Rosewood Caddy with Silver Mounts. Really nice and unusual, 19th Century Anglo-Indian Spice or Tea Caddy, from cir...

19th century Indian footed wooden food offering bowl from the Naga region. Naga wood.

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

A fine cluster of water-like blue aquamarine crystals on a feldspar matrix. The elongated, prismatic formations of the crystals display crisp, vertical striations and a delicate, pal...

Specimen: Aquamarine Origin: Shigar Valley, Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan Province, Pakistan Dim: H: 6.7 x W: 4 x D: 3 cm Wt: 54g This exceptional natural specimen featur...

Rising with crystal clarity from its rugged white matrix, this stunning aquamarine specimen from Pakistan captures the essence of elegance and strength. The perfectly formed, transpa...

Antique Large Scale Brass Container Bowl, India, 19th Century.

Antique Persian Khatam Marquetry Qalamdan Pen Box with Hand-Painted Equestrian Miniature, Circa 1940s An exceptional Persian Khatamkari Qalamdan (pen box), handcrafted in the celebrated tradition of Khatam-kari, one of the most prestigious decorative arts of Persia. Dating to the 1940s, this elegant rectangular sliding-lid pen case is meticulously decorated with intricate geometric micro-mosaic marquetry and crowned with a finely executed hand-painted miniature depicting a royal equestrian polo match. Traditionally used by Middle Eastern Persian scribes, scholars, and government officials to store reed pens, writing instruments, and inks, the Qalamdan became an important symbol of education, refinement, and artistic patronage. This example beautifully illustrates the marriage of functionality and exceptional craftsmanship that defines Persian decorative arts. The top lid features a richly detailed miniature painting portraying mounted horsemen pursuing deer across a stylized landscape, rendered in vibrant colors with remarkable attention to detail. The sides are decorated with exquisite Khatam marquetry, an ancient Persian micro-mosaic technique composed of thousands of tiny pieces of wood, bone, and metal meticulously assembled into intricate geometric star patterns. The interior is finished in black lacquer, while the sliding cover operates smoothly, preserving the elegant proportions characteristic of traditional Persian Qalamdans. Khatamkari has been practiced in Persia for over four centuries and remains one of the country's most labor-intensive and highly respected crafts. Similar geometric inlay traditions later spread throughout India, where they became known as Sadeli mosaic, influencing Indo-Persian and Anglo-Indian decorative arts. The extraordinary precision of the geometric patterns reflects the Islamic artistic ideals of harmony, symmetry, and infinite design. Originally intended as a writing case, this versatile piece also serves beautifully today as a jewelry box, keepsake box, pencil case, or luxury desk accessory. It is equally suited for display in a library, study, or curated collection of Islamic and Middle Eastern decorative arts. Origin: Asia Date: Circa 1940s Materials: Wood, papier-mâché, hand-painted lacquer, Khatam marquetry (micro-mosaic inlay) Style: Persian / Islamic / Indo-Persian Dimensions: Length: 8 in. Width: 1.75 in. Height: 1.25 in. Condition: Very good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age and use. Beautiful original patina with finely preserved miniature painting and Khatam inlay. An outstanding example of traditional Persian craftsmanship, this museum-quality Qalamdan is highly desirable for collectors of Islamic art, Persian antiques, miniature paintings, and Khatam marquetry. Keywords: Persian Khatam box...

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

From Qilla (Killa) Saifullah Chrome Mines, northwestern Baluchistan, Pakistan Large elongated cluster of lustrous transparent-to-translucent lemon-yellow brucite crystals in hemis...

Specimen: Scheelite on Quartz Weight: 116 grams Dimensions: H: 7.8 x W: 5 x D: 3.5 cm Origin: Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan Province, Pakistan Treatment: None This natural ...

A White Marble planter is hand-carved with overlapping lotus petals rising in ascending rows toward the rim. Each petal is shaped consistently in depth and proportion, creating a rhy...

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

Pair of Boho Brass & Pink Enameled Lotus Bowls by Sarreid Ltd. A striking pair of mid-20th-century Indian brass pedestal bowls by Sarreid Ltd., featuring vibrant hand-painted enamel...

Fine Micro Mosaic Indo Persian Moorish Inlaid Trinket Jewelry Box with Miniature Polo Scene, circa 1940s Exceptional handcrafted Indo-Persian jewelry or pen box featuring intricate Sadeli micro mosaic marquetry with inlaid geometric designs and a stunning miniature hand-painted scene on the lid. The artwork depicts 19th-century royal princes in traditional Maharaja attire playing polo, reflecting Mughal and Islamic courtly elegance. Crafted using the traditional Khatam technique, the box is richly inlaid inside and out with fine slivers of wood, bone, and metal, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship from the Middle East or India, circa 1940s. * Dimensions: H 1.75 in. x W 6.5 in. x D 4 in. * Condition: great condition; minor wear consistent with age. A museum-quality piece comparable to those in the Doris Duke Islamic Art Collection. Perfect for collectors of Islamic art, Moorish marquetry, and antique micro mosaic. Keywords: Islamic Marquetry, Sadeli Mosaic, Khatam Box...

This is an antique gentleman's correspondence box. A Ceylonese ebony campaign writing slope, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 18...

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...

A beautifully formed black Schorl crystal on a snowy Cleavelandite Matrix. The central Tourmaline with striated sides and an intense black, glassy lustre, rises from a matrix of sparkling, Cleavelandite blades, with a transparent quartz crystal to the front. On account of its species and quality, we can attribute it to the Haramosh Mountains, Skardu District, Pakistan, a renowned source of exquisite mineral specimens such as this. A charming cabinet piece, the ‘M.B.’ label on the base likely refers to Marcus Budil, a mineral dealer known for offering particularly high-quality specimens. It was likely from there where Sheikh Saud bin Mohammed (1966-2014) acquired it for his own collection. As one of the greatest assemblages of art of the 20th century, the Al Thani Collection...

Naturally formed mineral peach stilbite on apophyllite sculpture A mineral specimen in the form of an abstract walking figure. Mounted on a custom walnut and satin nickel painted ba...

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...

Whimsical carved mahogany rustic sculpture of a big cat with a surprising yet charming combination of the form of a lion and the stripes of a tiger. Retaining its original paint now ...

This specimen from Maharashtra, India, showcases a vividly saturated, deep green Apophyllite crystal cluster framed against a snowy bed of Okenite. The contrast between the sharply f...

A magnificent handcrafted wooden chest, hand-decorated with rich polychromy in black, red, and gold tones. Its domed lid and delicate floral and geometric motifs reflect Eastern arti...

145.93 Gram Magnificent Black Tourmaline On Aquamarine Specimen From Pakistan Weight: 145.93 Gram Dimension: 11 x 15 x 5 Cm Origin: Skardu, Pakistan This unique combination of aq...

A hand carved Indian temple carving from Gujarat from the early 20th century, depicting a Hindu deity. Born in the Western portion of India in th...

This rare Thomsonite specimen from India presents a striking natural arrangement of spherical orange radial sprays against a contrastingly dark matrix. The acicular crystals radiate ...

This set of three vintage Indian copper cachepots presents a cohesive grouping unified by a richly weathered turquoise patina. Each vessel shows the natural oxidation characteristic ...

A nice high quality Neo classical grand tour homage by Theodore and Alexander. It depicts an animal claw with a cavity on top for displaying something. It is cast of bronze and moun...

This magnificent vintage urn vase offers a sophisticated focal point for any room, blending historical grandeur with desirable rustic charm. Crafted from substantial, solid brass, th...

Exceptional antique Anglo Indian sewing box handcrafted with quills and decorated bone with a brass handle, lion heads and paw feet. The interior has pin cushions and compartments wi...

A beautiful Mid-Century Modern brass Trompe L'oeil ribbon vase. This lovely piece is created from brass and is decorated with faux ribbon details around the neck. This vessel wou...

Anglo Raj inlaid marble pietra dura decorative box This handmade marble decorative box is inlaid with semi precious stones, jasper, malachite, carnelian, mother of pearl, lapis lazuli, this type of design is the same art that you see in the Taj Mahal. Very nice fine pietra dura art...

Mounted naturally-formed Indian mineral: clear apophyllite An attractive specimen that reflects the light similarly to a multifaceted gem giving the specimen an unusual brightness. ...

Out of mineral-rich India, this aesthetic arrangement features peach stilbite and druzy green heulandite draped atop a shockingly translucent and rainbow-filled calcite specimen. Thi...

Museum quality, rare undulating formation of a gemmy transparent amethyst cluster with a cluster of spherical purple fluorite. These amethyst crystals ...

This dazzling Green Apophyllite specimen blooms like a crystal disco ball—its clustered cubic formations radiating brilliance with every angle of light. The vivid mint-green core is ...