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Golden Barite Mineral with Marcasite Crystals From Guangxi, China
Located in New York, NY
Golden Barite with Marcasite Crystals from Nandan County, Hechi, Guangxi, China.
Complex intersecting formation of lustrous gem translucent golden bar...
Category
Chinese Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
$10,500 Sale Price
25% Off
Large Ancient Holy Land Pottery Jug, Iron Age, Time of King David, c. 1000 BC
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
An impressive Iron Age pottery jug from the Holy Land, dating to the time of King David (c. 1000 BC), with a rounded body, loop handle, and warm, earthen patina.
This vessel embodies...
Category
Israeli Primitive Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Asaphus intermedius Trilobite on Matrix from Morocco (1.7 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
Trilobites, an early arthropod relative of spiders, horseshoe crabs, and scorpions, preserved in this level of detail only occurred as a result of very sudden underwater landslides c...
Category
Moroccan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Cement, Other
Ancient Holy Land Iron Age Terracotta Storage Jar with Lug Handles, c. 1200–1000
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
A striking large terracotta storage jar from the Holy Land, dating to the Iron Age, circa 1200–1000 BC. The vessel is hand-formed in a rounded globular shape, with a short cylindrica...
Category
Israeli Primitive Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Pear Shaped Amethystine Geode Section with Thick Border
Located in London, GB
This beautiful half geode has a wonderful blue-brown banded agate border
with a thick base of white quartz differentiating to deep amethyst at the tips.
A small section of orange ...
Category
Uruguayan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz
Pink Heart Rhodochrosite Slice Mineral Specimen, Capillitas Mine, Argentina
Located in Edison, NJ
Rhodochrosite stalactites are found exclusively in the Mina Capillitas (“little chapels”) mineral deposit of Argentina. Within each nondescript stalactite is a core with bands of blu...
Category
Argentine Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Multi-gemstone
Korean Celadon Inlay Vase Goryeo Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
On offer is an antique Korean ceramic vase from the end of Goryeo to the beginning of Joseon period (circa 14-15th). The vase features celadon crackled glaze with underglaze inlay design in black and white. The vase was a transitional piece made toward the end of Goryeo to the beginning of Joseon Yi dynasty...
Category
Korean Archaistic Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Amethyst Crystals Mineral on a Parallel Formation from Veracruz, Mexico
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful specimen from Piedra Parada, Las Vigas de Ramirez, Veracruz, Mexico.
Parallel formation of amethyst crystals with great transparency and rich purple color with well define...
Category
Mexican Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Amethyst, Other
$11,250 Sale Price
25% Off
Vietnamese Celadon Lotus Vessel, Ly or Tran Dynasty, 13th/14th Century, Vietnam
Located in Austin, TX
An unusually large Vietnamese celadon glazed stoneware bowl with carved lotus petal design, Ly or Tran Dynasty, 13th - 14th century, Vietnam.
The large bowl or offering vessel of generous proportions, rising on a short, unglazed foot ring, revealing the reddish buff stoneware body. The globular body elegantly tapered. The lower section deeply carved with a traditional stylized lotus petal design, a band of incised lines above. The upper section of the vessel ribbed, and carved with long, elegant lotus petals that taper upwards, terminating in rounded ends. Another band of incised lines circumscribe the mouth.
The vessel glazed in a wonderful olive celadon glaze. The glaze stopping neatly at the mouth rim. The transparent celadon glaze thinning slightly along the raised sections, and pooling in the recesses, adding additional depth and texture. The celadon with wonderful yellow undertones, giving an overall olive hue.
Reference: For four similar, but smaller examples, all dated 13th-14th century, see Stevenson & Guy, "Vietnamese Ceramics...
Category
Vietnamese Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Monumental Plate-like Fossilised Crinoid
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A monumental plate-like fossilised crinoid salvaged from a property housing an ex private British collection.
Thought to date to millions of years ago during the Devonian period, th...
Category
Moroccan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Genuine Hybodus Shark Dorsal Spine (77.9 grams)
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Hybodus Shark Dorsal Spine
This A complete fossil of Hybodus from Germany showing placement of spine. These large spines helped to support the dorsal fins of the shark. Hybo...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Exquisite Fluorite with Galena
Located in London, GB
This stunning piece of Fluorite with Galena, hailing from Tennessee, USA, is a magnificent addition to any collection. Its rich purple hues, accented by the metallic sheen of Galena,...
Category
American Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Bronze
Authentic Pre Historic Basilousaurus Whale Tooth .75" x .25" x 2.55", 21.5 Grams
Located in New York, NY
This well preserved tooth is 40 to 34 million years old from the Late Eocene Period. Basilosaurus was first thought to be a reptile but was later identified as a genus of ancient cet...
Category
Moroccan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Large Natural Cubed Pyrite Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large natural pyrite specimen originating from Peru, sourced from the ex private collection of a Scottish professor.
This mineral has a lustrous exterior that catches the light be...
Category
Peruvian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Pair of Polished Cut Ammonites with Crystalline Chambers
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A pair of cut and polished ammonites with crystalline chambers originating from Madagascar.
Once living creatures, these ammonites have developed their flowing colours and patterns displayed in their chambers over millions of years of compression, transforming into striking gemstones.
Ammonites from Madagascar tend to be Triassic to Cretaceous in age, with several different species being available sporadically.
Ammonite/s, which have variable features including crystalline, sediment or calcified segments. These fossils have been well preserved for millions...
Category
Malagasy Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Pair of Small Korean Celadon Inlay Vases Goryeo Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
On offer is a near pair antique Korean ceramic vase from the end of Goryeo to the beginning of Joseon period (circa 14-15th). The vases feature cel...
Category
Korean Archaistic Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Han Dynasty Polychromed Horse and Rider
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine Han dynasty polychrome painted terracotta horse and rider. The warrior is dressed in orange and black on a black horse.
Measures: Height 14 inches (35 cm)
Width 12.5 inches (32 cm).
Condition: Excellent with tastefully undetectable repairs.
During the unification of China under the Han dynasty, bands of mounted nomadic warriors from the north threatened the country. In order to thwart their attacks, the Chinese sought to import stronger, faster steeds from Central Asia (as opposed to the Mongol ponies used by the invaders), eventually leading to the creation of the Silk Road. This small sculpture of a mounted soldier reveals the crucial military role of the horse. When compared to the diminutive stature of the rider, the importance of the horse becomes readily apparent. This creature provided security and strength, allowing the empire to secure its borders and expand its influences across Central Asia. The magnificent regalia of the horse, including a brilliantly painted saddle in red and green/gold, reflect the respect this animal received. The warrior as well is gorgeously decorated with a painted red tunic and gray chest...
Category
Chinese Han Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Chrome Diopside Samax Mine, Merelani Hills, Lelatema Mtns., Tanzania
Located in New York, NY
Chrome Diopside
Samax Mine, Merelani Hills, Lelatema Mtns.,
Simanjiro Dist., Manyara Region, Tanzania
6.3cm wide x 4.5cm tall
In 2007, some of the highest quality chrome diopside sp...
Category
Tanzanian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Majapahit Terracotta Horse on Stand, Java, Indonesia, c. 1500
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Majapahit horse is crafted from terracota and is mounted on a stand. It was excavated amongst the shrines of Mount Penganggungan, East Java, Indonesia. Terracotta pottery was an...
Category
Indonesian Other Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Collection of Museum Minerals in Display Case
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A collection of museum minerals in a display case. Presented in a sleek glazed case, the set includes 48 European minerals, including a gold vial, a rock with traces of gold, lapis l...
Category
English Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Antique French Romanesque 11th Century Pair of St.Peter and St.Paul Limestone
Located in Doha, QA
An extremely rare pair of original 11th century French Romanesque limestone hand carved sculptures of Saint Peter and Saint Paul. Each figure is represented on a marble block, withou...
Category
French Gothic Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Limestone
Natural Honey Quartz Crystal Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A natural honey quartz crystal specimen originating from Madagascar, presented on one of our museum-quality painted plaster bases.
Formed over millions of years, this natural calcite...
Category
Malagasy Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Multi-gemstone, Rock Crystal
Pre-Historic Petrified Wood Bowl / Ashtray
Located in San Diego, CA
A gorgeous petrified wood bowl / ashtray, circa the Tertiary period (65M years ago). The piece is in very good condition with wonderful brown and tan colors and measures 10"W x 9"D x...
Category
Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Petrified Wood
$420 Sale Price
20% Off
Purple Fluorite from Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Smith County, Tennessee
Located in New York, NY
Transparent 3D cubic purple fluorite crystals overgrown atop a cluster of lustrous sphalerite crystals on matrix. The fluorite has rich purple zoning outlining the crystal faces.
4....
Category
American Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
$7,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Fossil Ammonite Hoplitoides Wohltmanni Surmounted Etched Brass Stand
By Modenature
Located in Scorton, GB
The latest edition to arrive at THE FOSSIL STORE™ is our famous and exquisite series of designed mount. The ammonites are truly exquisite specimens excavated from the high Anti-Atlas...
Category
North African Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Limestone, Brass
Sphalerite with Pyrite from Casapalca District, Huarochiri Province, Peru
Located in New York, NY
From Casapalca District, Huarochiri Province, Peru.
Large lustrous striated cubic yellow-metallic pyrite crystals with black-metallic sphalerite crystals.
Weight: 15 lbs, Dimension...
Category
Peruvian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Pyrite, Other
$6,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Petrified Wood Catch-All Bowl
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice vintage petrified wood catch all / bowl, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good condition with wonderful brown and tan colors and measures 7"W x 6"D x 1"H. Cool piece! ...
Category
Mexican Mid-Century Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Petrified Wood
Large Polished Labradorite Freeform
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A spectacular large polished labradorite freeform sourced from Madagascar. Characterised by its iridescent colours, principally blue, this huge high grade labradorite is a stunning specimen, the lustrous colours fluctuating as it is observed from different angles. It is freestanding, making a striking sculptural piece for an interior, with a polished face to one side and a naturalistic reverse.
Labradorite is named after the region of its discovery at Paul Island in the Canadian province of Labrador, first discovered here in 1770. Madagascar is currently the main source of labradorite. To expose its stunning colours, the stone is highly polished, revealing its natural beauty. This in itself is a talented skill, with only a small percentage of labradorites yielding positive results, making this specimen a rare discovery.
We also have two other large labradorite...
Category
Malagasy Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Chinese Six Dynasties Pottery Model of an Armored Horse, 3rd-4th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
An extremely rare Chinese painted pottery model of an armored horse, Six Dynasties period (220-581 AD), TL tested by Oxford Authentication.
The stocky ...
Category
Chinese Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Gem Kunzite Crystal From Nuristan Province, Afghanistan
Located in New York, NY
Fully terminated transparent gem quality spodumene var. kunzite with intense vibrant pink color all throughout the crystals. The crystal faces are deeply striated with a glassy luste...
Category
Afghan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
$7,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Stunning Purple Amethyst Stalactite Formations on Metal Stand
Located in London, GB
This stunning piece is a light violet/lilac amethyst with unique stalactite formations, presented as a mesmerising half geode on a stylish decorative metal stand. The edges of this b...
Category
Uruguayan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz
Huge Decorative Piece of Purple Amethyst with Larger Crystals
Located in London, GB
This is a great piece of amethyst with larger than the typical size of crystals.
A very decorative piece, this would make a lovely wedding or birthday gift. Amethyst is the birth s...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Amethyst, Rock Crystal
2nd Century Italian Stone Sculpture Roman Relief Aristocrat Mounted Antiques LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
2nd Century Italian Stone Sculpture Roman Relief Aristocrat Mounted Antiques LA . Hand Carved Stone relief Aristocrat mounted on marble Private collector . ...
Category
Italian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone, Limestone
$21,750 Sale Price
25% Off
Treasure Chest Borwn Druze, Polished Celadonite Border and Calcite Formation
Located in London, GB
A wonderful formation with abundant agatized exterior polished to reveal
the different mineral layers and the interior with a lining of brown drize
over various stalactites with a ...
Category
Uruguayan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz
Teotihuacan Ceramic Head Fragment
Located in Chicago, IL
This intriguing head fragment was once attached to a bust or full effigy figurine crafted in 400 A.D. Mesoamerica. Earthenware figurines were made in great abundance throughout Teotihuacan's history. After 250 A.D. objects made from clay increased dramatically in Teotihuacan, serving a wide variety of purposes and functions from religious rituals to burial offerings.
Figurines like this commemorated important people and events within the city of Teotihuacan and other parts of Mesoamerica, portraying individuals of different rank and status such as soldiers, merchants, bureaucrats, and occasionally divinities. This figure is adorned with an elaborate headdress, a thick beaded necklace...
Category
Mexican Pre-Columbian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
A large exceptional 'A' Grade Quartz Crystal cluster from Arkansas
Located in London, GB
An exceptional rock crystal quartz cluster than has been expertly mounted onto brushed steel base. Crystals of this calibre discovered in Arkansas are considered to be the highest of...
Category
North American Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Rock Crystal
Early Bronze Fang Hu Ritual Wine Vessel Han Dynasty
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Very early, 206 BC to 220 AD, square shaped bronze fang hu bronze vessel would have functioned as a ritual container for the storage and transportation of sump...
Category
Chinese Han Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
$5,700 Sale Price
40% Off
Collection of Museum Minerals in Display Case
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A collection of museum minerals in a display case. Presented in a sleek glazed case, the collection includes 38 European minerals, including amethyst and pyrite, all with their own s...
Category
European Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Antique Korean Ceramic Bowl with Carved Design Goryeo Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean stoneware bowl from Goryeo dynasty circa 12th century. The conical form bowl with a small raised foot rim is covered in a celadon green glaze. ...
Category
Korean Archaistic Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
An antique Chinese Han Vase
Located in Schellebelle, BE
An antique Chinese Green Glazed Pottery vase from the Han Period,
bc 206-ad 220,large model of a Hu vase,
exceptional form of the base of the vase, exceptional Green color and silver...
Category
Chinese Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Late 20th Century John Somers Pewter Round Flower Bowl
By John Somers
Located in Raleigh, US
John Somers Brazilian Pewter ‘Floreira’ Flower Bowl
Dimensions: 5 x 5 inches (round)
Material: High-quality Brazilian pewter
Features:
Footed base for stability and elegance
Sophist...
Category
Brazilian British Colonial Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Polished Geode Split in Two with Amethyst and Agate on Metal Stand
Located in London, GB
This stunning geode is split in two and displayed atop a stylish metal stand.
An impressive scope of textures and colours are found in this beautiful, fully polished piece, from ...
Category
Uruguayan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz
Indus Valley Terracotta Bowl With Concentric Decoration Ca. 3000-2500 BC
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Ca. 3000-2500 BC A terracotta bowl from the Indus Valley in a substantial size and flaring, deep body resting upon a low ring base. While the exterior surface remains impeccably smo...
Category
Afghan Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Sculptural Gogotte Sandstone Formation on Custom Base, Fontainebleau - France
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
An extraordinary natural Gogotte formation from Fontainebleau, France — a geological masterpiece formed millions of years ago from fine quartz sand fused together by mineral-rich wat...
Category
French Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Quartz
Celtic Granite Carved Bust of a Female Figure
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
CELTIC GRANITE CARVED BUST OF A FEMALE FIGURE
ORIGIN: FRANCE
PERIOD: CELTE
Height: 46 cm
Length: 28 cm
Depth: 16 cm
Made of granite
The body shapes of this figure are scarce...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Granite
Opal
Located in New York, NY
Opal
Tsehay Mewcha, Wegeltena, Delanta Woreda, South Wollo Zone, Amhara Region, Ethiopia
Measures: 14.4 cm tall x 11 cm wide
Precious opals are a hydrated amorphous form of silica (amorphous meaning a non-crystallized solid), unlike crystalline forms of silica, which are classed as minerals. Australia is the locality most associated with precious opal. The precious opals of Ethiopia were only discovered recently in 2008.
Opals are formed over thousands of years when rain frees spherical silica particles from sandstone. These microscopic particles spread deep into underground cavities and are then compressed into a closely-packed interlaced structure. When miners bring them forth from the earth to the surface, sunlight travels through this microstructure creating the dazzling kaleidoscope of flashing rainbow colors that we see here.
This opal may be unique. The colors are like no other we have seen from Ethiopia. There are several names given to opal (Black Opal, Boulder Opal, Fire opal, etc.). This piece begins an entirely new genre - Candy Opal.
Category
Ethiopian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Opal
$265,000
Important Wood Sculpture, Gothic Depiction of Saint Wenceslaus
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
IMPORTANT WOOD SCULPTURE, GOTHIC DEPICTION OF SAINT WENCESLAUS
ORIGIN : CENTRAL EUROPE
PERIOD : MID-15th CENTURY
Height : 83 cm
Length : 30 cm
Depth : 20 cm
Basswood
Good condit...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Natural Rock Crystal Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Natural rock crystal sculpture on stand
Measures: 13”/L x 9”/D x 5”/H without stand.
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Rock Crystal
High Quality Amethyst Goethite Inclusions Resembling Rosettes
Located in London, GB
An unusual piece of high quality deep purple amethyst with large peaked
crystals. Inside the amethyst multiple goethite crystals resembling rosettes
can be seen. Several of the cry...
Category
Uruguayan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz
Important German Pietà from the, 14th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
IMPORTANT GERMAN PIETÀ FROM THE 14th CENTURY
ORIGIN: GERMANY, REGION DE COLOGNE
PERIOD: BEGINNING IF THE 14th CENTURY, ca. 1330
Height: 98 cm
Length: 45 cm
Depth: 33 cm
Polychromed linden wood
Good condition of conservation
Provenance : particular Alsatian collection
The theme of the Pietà or Vesperbild appears in Germany at the end of the 13th century, reflecting the mysticism of the late Middle Ages. Although the theme does not exist in the Gospels, it was often mentioned in contemporary devotional literature. Indeed, during the first half of the 14th century, mystical thought and devotional practices changed under the impulse of a number of religious, among them Heinrich Suso and St Bridget. In his writings, Suso placed important emphasis on contemplation and meditation in the footsteps of Christ's martyrdom.
This will have great impact in the field of art, especially in Germany and later in France. The emphasis will from now on be on grief, death is shown in a straightforward way. The wounds of Christ are gaping and bloody. The suffering of Christ and the seven sorrows of the Virgin Mary are meditated upon.
This piece demonstrates the interest of the faithful in these representations where pathos reigns.
The virgin is represented seated in a frontal position. The bust is very elongated. She is wearing a red dress with a simple neckline and a blue mantel...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
COSTA Rica Jade Avian Axe God Celt Pendant Pre Columbian, 500 Ad-1500 Ad
Located in Dallas, TX
Fine Costa Rican Jade Axe God, Guanacaste-Nicoya region, circa. A.D. 1-1500. Of a celt form depicting the mythical part human- part avian bird figure, with cir...
Category
Costa Rican Pre-Columbian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Jade
Large Amethyst Chapel
Located in London, GB
This large amethyst chapel, a complete half of the original geode, shows
deep purple amethyst crystals punctuated with small stalactites and overlaid
...
Category
Uruguayan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz
$7,000
Genuine Natural Pre Historic Basilousaurus Whale Tooth
Located in New York, NY
This well preserved tooth is 40 to 34 million years old from the Late Eocene Period. Basilosaurus was first thought to be a reptile but was later identified as a genus of ancient cet...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Golden Calcite Mineral with Apophyllite Geode From Nasik District, India
Located in New York, NY
Cavansite on Stilbite with Stilbite from Wagholi Quarry, Maharashtra, India.
Lustrous spherical aggregates of vibrant royal blue cavansite crystals lined up across a bed of quartz m...
Category
Indian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Other
$11,250 Sale Price
25% Off
Annamese stoneware with cobalt underglaze blue, Hoi An Hoard, late 15th century.
Located in seoul, KR
The vase features a slender neck adorned with gracefully drawn, elongated leaves that blend seamlessly with its natural curves, adding a refined elegance. At the center, a meticulously rendered geometric pattern of repeating wave-like motifs creates a sense of depth and movement, framed by curved lines for balance. Simple plant motifs are scattered throughout, complementing the design with minimal strokes. The base is grounded by repeated geometric symbols, ensuring stability and cohesion. Overall, the vase masterfully combines simplicity and sophistication, resulting in a harmonious and elegant work of art.
Dates : 15th century Le Dynasty
Region : North Annam, Vietnam
Type : Yuhuchun Vase
Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Hoi An Ship
Reference :
1) Art Gallery of Greater Victoria - A vase from the wreck of the Hoi An
2) Butterfield Treasures Hoi An Hoard Auction Catalogs / San Francisco Butterfields 2000
* Vietnamese trade ceramics
Around the mid-14th century, Vietnam developed its ceramics production technology by producing blue and white porcelain, and began to export it overseas. During this period, China Ming Dynasty implemented a policy of lifting the ban from 1371 to 1657 and restricted foreign trade. This served as a good opportunity in the trade history of Vietnamese ceramics, and ceramic exports...
Category
Vietnamese Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Exceptional Virgin and Child in Majesty or "Sedes Sapientiae", Throne of Wisdom
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Exceptional virgin and child in majesty
or “Sedes Sapientiae”, throne of wisdom
Origin: southwestern France.
Period: late 12th - early 13th cen...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Walnut
Lapis Lazuli Balls
Located in New York, NY
Group of two beautiful Lapis Lazuli balls with brass bases.
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
$1,750 / set
Mounted Banded Fluorite Slab Specimen
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A mounted banded fluorite
Slab specimen
Polished to one side and mounted on a carved
wood base imitating a rock formation.
Approx. H 6 1/4 in.(16 cm.) x W 8 in.(20.3 cm.) x ...
Category
American Organic Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Artefact from the Maghreb Sculptured Torso Figure
Located in Scorton, GB
A human torso (lacking head) carved from a limestone [yet to be determined]; the enigmatic whole torso is strongly represented in an upright stance, arms purposefully rigid to each s...
Category
Malian Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Natural Galena Mineral from Bulgaria
Located in New York, NY
Galena from Krushev Dol Mine, Madan District, Rhodope Mountains, Bulgaria.
Bright metallic galena crystals with mirror-like surface luster with minor quartz. The galena crystals h...
Category
Bulgarian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
$2,400 Sale Price
25% Off
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The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.
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The pair behind the Instagram account @houseplantclub share their tips for making any room of the house gloriously green.