South Asian Decorative Objects

Mounted Specimen: Apophyllite, Stilbite, Chalcedony #L9W Dimensions: 6 x 8.5 x 2.5 in. / 15 x 22 x 6 cm Height on custom display stand: 9 in. / 23 c...

Vintage Asian Silver Metal Hand-Carved Sitar Veena Box. Elevate your decor with this stunning vintage box, featuring intricate hand-carved designs of a sitar and peacock. The ornate ...

Art-Deco style accessory box, aged-brass etched and sculptured ginkgo leaf pattern on a sleek black plinth base, designed by Laura Kirar. Very heavy-weight and solid. This limited-ed...

An antique polychrome wood chest, hand-decorated with delicate floral motifs and traditional borders in ochre and reddish tones. It retains its original lock and hardware, as well as...

Rajasthani Mughal Decorative Copper Lidded Betel Spice Pandan Caddy Box. Handcrafted decorative North India round metal Asian copper Mughal Raj, Indian lidded , spice, pandan betel box with latch and a top handle. Of dome form with lotus-shaped finial, with spiralling bosse designs, Delicately and intricately hand-chased and hammered with geometric Anglo-Indian designs. Consuming betel leaves with several ingredients such as wet lime paste, katechu, areca nut, cloves and even tobacco leaves has been popular in India from the fourth century AD. Dimensions: Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Diameter: 7 in (17.78 cm) The box was probably used to store the betel leaf used in the preparation of paan. Lime paste is mixed with grated areca nut and flavourings and the resulting mixture is rolled in the betel leaf to form a small parcel which can then be chewed. As well as being an integral part of Indian hospitality paan is believed to possess medicinal properties and was also taken as an aphrodisiac. The present box, which was elaborately designed for this purpose, would have been taken out ceremoniously on special occasions. Exquisite conversation museum quality piece with a very nice antique patina. Fine intricate artwork with conical form lid with Moorish pierced designs. Islamic Mughal Indo Persian...

Vintage Leather Wrapped Camel Sculpture A striking vintage leather wrapped camel sculpture, handcrafted over a carved wood framework and finished in richly patinated saddle-toned le...

Specimen: Aragonite on Chrysocolla Origin: Wadh Mine, Khuzdar District, Balochistan Province, Pakistan Dim: H: 14 x W: 6 x D: 5.5 cm Wt: 185g A captivating natural specimen s...

Antique 19th Century Indian Kutch solid silver cigarette case of heavy gauge, featuring intricate floral repoussé work on a matted background. The rectangular case has engraved edges...

A finely hand-carved sculpture in natural fine grades lapis lazuli depicting the Buddha seated within an ornate alcove framed by the sacred Bodhi tree, symbolizing the place of his e...

A beautiful colorful decorative box with a lid created from Carrara marble and inlaid with a variety of semi-precious stones. The sides are inlaid with a variety of stones in abstrac...

Make a bold, dramatic statement with this magnificent vintage polished brass cobra bowl. A quintessential example of Hollywood Regency glamour with a global-inspired twist, this scul...

Specimen Type: Cavansite Weight: 507 grams Dimension: H: 10.3 x W: 14 x D: 4.8 cm Origin: Wagholi Quarries, Wagholi, Pune District, Maharashtra, India Treatment: None This nat...

Contemporary Indian lidded cream bone box with thin black criss cross pattern design. Overall diamond pattern. Part of a large collection of bone boxes

Labradorite semiprecious stone box with hinged lid. Labradorite displays an iridescent optical effect (or schiller) known as labradorescence. La...

Hand painted Rajasthani lacquer box in rectangular shape with lid decorated with floral designs. Great decorative box. Size is 9" x 5.5" x 2" height. Overall good condition. Great Is...

This lustrous large cabinet-size specimen from India features a snowball-like puff of the rare zeolite mineral Mordenite perfectly accenting a richly pigmented bed of mint-green, ful...

From Shigar Valley, Skardu, Baltistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan Large single crystal of transparent sherry colored Topaz with sharp complex basal pinacoid terminations. Crystal is ...

This cabinet size display piece and combination specimen features huge peach-hued stilbite crystals growing together with beautifully pigmented, moderately sized and fully formed gre...

Antique hanging cast bronze oil lamp in the shape of a beautiful mythical bird peacock figure with hanger chain. The body of the bird acts as a reservoi...

Incredibly rich and substantial pair of brass canisters. Each of these canisters is beautifully crafted. The patinated surface adds to their rich and substantial style. Ideal piec...

From Shigar Valley, Shigar District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan Cluster of many elongated aquamarine crystals with lustrous black schorl tourmaline ...

Fabulous and large rosewood and teak fitted letter writing box with brass inlay. Numerous cubbies with lids for various items. Slotted back panel fo...

This sculptural specimen from India features a stunning association of prismatic, radiating Scolecite crystals with lustrous, pale green Apophyllite cubes. The Scolecite forms a grac...

Stunning large hand-cast sculptural brass palm leaf with a mixed polished and raw finish. Slight variations in the patina and polished finishes, patterns and sizes are characteristi...

Naturally-Formed Mineral: Peach Stilbite on Apophyllite sculpture A mineral specimen in the form of an abstract walking figure. Mounted on a custom t...

Indian (Kashmir) 19th century papier maché vase with relief decor of faces.

From Nagar, Hunza Valley, Gilgit District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan Large lustrous terminated transparent aquamarine crystal, the blue gem variety of the mineral beryl on yellow m...

A stunning and substantial decorative box in the Mid-Century Italian style, carved from solid white marble and featuring a bold chevron inlay in vibrant green malachite. The crisp ge...

A striking vintage Indian horse sculpture handcrafted from riveted iron panels, this piece captures both sculptural power and primitive grace. S...

An Indian early 20th century hand carved architectural temple carving from Gujarat, depicting a woman and a feline. Crafted in the Western portion of India in the state of Gujarat, this exquisite early 20th-century hand-carved temple sculpture captivates with its depiction of a woman and her feline companion. The woman, adorned with a delicate headdress and wearing intricate clothes and jewelry, stands in a frontal position, her head slightly tilted to the side. She holds a small musical instrument, suggesting a scene of serene artistry and cultural richness. Accompanying her is a stylized feline, adding an element of mystique and charm to the piece. The sculpture's nicely weathered appearance, along with traces of polychrome, enhances its historical authenticity and rustic beauty. The proportions are balanced and pleasing, creating a harmonious composition that draws the viewer's eye. Unfinished in the back, this temple carving is meant to be displayed against a wall, where it can become a focal point of admiration. Perfect for enlivening any wall, this early 20th-century Indian temple carving...

Set of 2 Large Jasmine Scented Ceramic Candles by Hatsu Dimensions: W 16.5 x D 16.5 x H 6.4 cm Materials: Ceramic, Scented wax. The Hatsu Ceramic Candle series is a dialogue between...

Renowned British designer Matthew Williamson, known for his bold use of colour and nature-inspired motifs, has created a tabletop and textile collection with Les Ottomans. This colla...

Specimen Type: Siderite with Sagenite Weight: 65 grams Dimension: H: 8.5 x W: 6.2 x D: 3 cm Origin: Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan Province, Pakistan Treatment: None This na...

This stunning formation from Wenshan, Yunnan Province, China, showcases a dramatic arrangement of Calcite stalactites coated in a fine layer of micro Quartz crystals, or druze, that ...

The Lingam is one of the oldest religious symbols of civilization. It was recognized as far back as the ancient Indus valley civilization for its healing power. This power came to be...

Unusual coco de mer tea caddy crafted with a double lobe nut found on the Seychelles Islands, it is said to have mystical properties. Featuring malachite f...

An ancient Indian cart wheel mounted on custom black lacquered base with dark brown patina. Unveil a fragment of history with this ancient Indian cart wheel, presented on a custom black lacquered base that adds a contemporary edge to its timeless charm. This artifact boasts a diameter that whispers tales of its past, accentuated by a dark brown patina that speaks to its age and authenticity. Resting on an 8" x 9.25" base, the wheel is characterized by its rustic allure and a richly weathered appearance, imbued with character that only centuries can bestow. The wheel's small stature allows it to serve as a sophisticated and unobtrusive decorative element in any home, harmonizing with diverse interior styles. Imagine this unique piece adorning a minimalist living space, where its intricate history provides a warm contrast to modern aesthetics, or nestled within a richly layered, eclectic room, echoing an appreciation for global artifacts. This ancient wheel...

Specimen Type: Emerald with Calcite Weight: 14 grams Dimension: H: 2.6 x W: 2 x D: 2 cm Origin: Swat Valley, KPK Province, Pakistan Treatment: None This natural specimen feature...

Unusual Coco de Mer with its iconic form perfectly undecorated. Found on the Seychelles archipelago and presented on a custom aluminum stand.

This exquisite Charoite Box (3.5" x 4.25") is crafted from a rare and mesmerizing purple-hued mineral found exclusively in Siberia, Russia. The swirling patterns of deep violet, lave...

Beautiful old camel on wheels, trinket or spice box, vintage toy from the second half of the 20th century, made of solid red-colored wood, probably from India. The object has a beau...

From Pashan Hill Quarry, Pune District, Maharashtra, India Sparkling cluster of green apophyllite crystals in a radiating formation on matrix lined with creme-colored stilbite cryst...

Meticulously detailed large and impressive nickel plated brass standing deer sculpture.

An Indo- Portuguese brass-mounted hardwood and Indian Wood marquetry cabinet, Goa. Gorgeously made with hand-cut hardwood and the finest quality of othe...

Original Hand-Carved South Asian Antique Architectural Bracket Fragment for display Anonymous Probably India; early-to-mid 20th century Wood Approximate size: 4.2 x 3.8 x 12 in. A...

This museum-quality combination specimen from India is a striking natural sculpture. A 3-1/2-inch perfectly terminated, sharply formed Apophyllite crystal displays rich green banding...

Club Vase in Electric Blue Stoneware by Muscellaneous Dimensions: Ø 45,72 x H 38 cm Materials: Stoneware Color: Electric blue Inspired by the club symbol in playing cards and floral...

Castilian Imports Bronze Column Candlesticks. 20th Century.

A large and heavy well cast bronze image of the Buddha seated in meditation, late or just post Kandyan period (1597 - 1815), early to mid 19th century, Sri Lanka. The Buddha sits ...

Mid-20th Century Hand Carved Indian Figure A hand carved figure dated from the mid-20th Century originating from north India. The carved figure of an Indian prince sat on a well de...

Penetrating twinned crystals of transparent golden yellow calcite with silky luster faces and sharp terminations. The twin orientation is well defined and visible throught the termin...

From Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India Large pale whale tail chalcedony calcite pseudomorph crystal of gem transparent calcite crystals coated with sparkling quartz micro crystals. In ...

From Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India Large pale snow white pseudomorph crystal of gem transparent calcite crystals coated with sparkling quartz micro crystals. In pristine condition, ...

Turn of the century wooden Kashmir box. Hand painted with a striking black bird in the center surrounded by red and black accented leaves.

Large 3 inch chocolate brown translucent huelandite crystal double terminated in a u shape on druzy quartz var. chalcedony in small stalactitic formations lined its matrix. The heula...

Carved from White Marble with overlapping lotus petals arranged in ascending relief around the full exterior, this round planter presents layered botanical carving at architectural s...

A White Marble planter hand-carved with overlapping lotus petals rising in relief around the exterior. The round form provides generous planting capacity while the botanical carving ...

Formed from White Marble with lotus-petal carving in overlapping relief across the full exterior, this round planter transforms a functional container into a sculptural garden object...

Carved from White Marble with overlapping lotus petals arranged in ascending relief around the full exterior, this round planter presents layered botanical carving at architectural s...

A hand-carved White Marble planter with successive rows of overlapping lotus petals worked directly into the exterior surface. The layered arrangement creates a sculptural appearance...