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French Gothic Stone Sculpture of a Bishop – 15th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Striking Gothic stone sculpture from 15th-century France, depicting a bishop adorned with remnants of original polychromy in shades of blue and green. A highly decorative piece, show...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Limestone
Natural Chrysocolla Malachite Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large scale natural chrysocolla malachite specimen originating from Congo. A rare find, some of the world’s finest malachite comes from Congo. This exceptional mineral has an irregular form that has been moulded by nature over thousands of years. Showcasing a vibrant combination of vivid blues (chrysocolla) and rich greens (malachite), this specimen is a striking sculptural piece for an interior or collector’s cabinet, mounted on a bespoke steel stand for display.
First discovered over 4000 years ago, malachite has been adored for its colour and beauty since ancient times. While a popular item for jewels and amulets, the mineral was often ground down and the pigment used as a luscious green paint for architecture or even a vivid green eyeshadow! Chrysocolla is frequently intergrown with other minerals such as quartz and malachite like...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite, Steel
Natural Rough Zeolite Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A striking natural rough zeolite specimen with elements of mica, presented on one of our museum-quality painted plaster bases.
Zeolite can be found in various shapes, sizes and colou...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
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
an Barasaurus Fossile
Located in Schellebelle, BE
An exceptional Fossil of an extinct reptile Barausaurus from Madagascar,
from the late Permian and early Triassic,
good patina and shine of the stone, nice detailing of the animal
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
$2,205 / set
Prehistoric Mimbres Corrugated Bowl
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Prehistoric Mimbres prehistoric pottery bowl in as found condition. The Mimbres region of the American Southwest is celebrated for the beautiful and expressive black-on-white pottery...
Category
American Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Very Large Natural Quartz Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A very large cabinet natural quartz specimen originating from Madagascar and presented on an exclusive painted plaster display plinth. This superb mineral is a stunning and unique sp...
Category
Malagasy Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Quartz
Japanese antique Shigaraki ware vase/withered wabi-sabi vase/16th century
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is Shigaraki ware pottery made in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Shigaraki ware is said to have been born in the Shigaraki region of Shiga Prefecture around the 8th century and is one...
Category
Japanese Other Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Large Natural Chrysocolla & Malachite Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A striking large natural bedrock specimen with a coating of chrysocolla and malachite displayed on a custom neoclassical style stand.
This specimen is of an unusual irregular shape ...
Category
Malagasy Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Large Natural Native Pyrite Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large natural pyrite of an unusual form sourced from the ex UK private collection.
This native British mineral has a lustrous exterior that catches the light beautifully.
Natural...
Category
English Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Pre-Columbian Jaguar Head Pendant
Located in Astoria, NY
Pre-Columbian Jaguar Head Pottery Pendant, with traces of green glaze. 2" H x 2" W x 1" D. Provenance: From a New York City Collection.
Category
Central American Pre-Columbian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Edmontosaurus Cervical Rib
Located in New York, NY
This authentic approximately 67 million year old Edmontosaurus cervical rib dates back to the Late Cretaceous period, offering a rare and tangible connection to one of North America'...
Category
American Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Gothic crowned Head - Île de France, 14th century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Head of a crowned Virgin
Île-de-France, first half of 14th century.
H26 x 14 x 14 cm
Provenance :
- Private Collection, Paris France (1960)
- Private Collection Tuscany, Italy (19...
Category
French Gothic Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Orologio antico Luigi XV da console in lacca effetto tartaruga e bronzo dorato
Located in Cantù, IT
Orologio antico Luigi XV da console in lacca effetto tartaruga e bronzo dorato - Private Collection Domenico rugiano
Category
French Louis XV Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Large Natural Carboniferous Fossilised Fern
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large natural plate type carboniferous fossilised fern. Showing ferns in relief, this fossil would certainly make a stunning new display or decorative piece for any home or collect...
Category
American Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Giant Selenite Crystal Cluster, China
Located in London, GB
Giant Gypsum Crystal Cluster, China.
The geologic mechanism that creates Lead and Silver provide the raw materials for crystals to form when oceans, rich in Calcium and Sulphate, go...
Category
Chinese Other Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Pair of Han Dynasty pottery Horses and Equestrian Riders
Located in Dallas, TX
A wonderful pair of Ex Sotheby’s painted Polychrome equestrian horse and riders made from gray pottery, presents beautifully and guaranteed authentic with provenance and COA.
Measures: Height 11.5 inches and width 11 inches
Condition: Possible professional restorations but not detectable.
Provenance: Sotheby’s London. 16th November, 1999. Lot 12 (2 of 4 horsed in that lot)
Sotheby’s New York, NY September 14, 2019.
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The importance of the horse in the history and culture of China can be viewed, in part, through the artistic legacy of this great civilization. In sculpture, painting, and literature, horses were glorified and revered. Horses were believed to be related to mythological dragons, reflecting their sacred status within society. 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
Pottery
Jacques Chanel Best Craftsman in France Handmade Champagne Cellar
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Jacques Chanel
Best craftsman in France
Hand-made Champagne cellar in 24% lead crystal, bevel cut.
Numbered 71/100
1982
50 cms x 32 diam
mint condition
900 euros.
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Art Glass
Natural Gogotte Specimen Formation
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
A Gogotte Formation
Of natural form, dating from the Oligocene period (30 Million years ago). Beguiling natural mineral formation, they are the result of calcium carbonate binding w...
Category
French Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Large Natural Amethyst Plate Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large scale natural amethyst specimen originating from Brazil. Crystals from Brazil are most often found as radiating masses, with individual crystals appearing as pyramids. This e...
Category
Brazilian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Amethyst
Collection of 3 Natural Mineral Specimens
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A fascinating collection of 3 natural mineral specimens.
Each presented on an exclusive small painted display plinth, this group contains a range of impressive cabinet specimens.
T...
Category
Brazilian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
United Kingdom Ammonite Fossil Plate
Located in London, GB
United Kingdom Ammonite plate.
Category
British Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Rugged Petrified Wood Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
A really nice piece of rugged petrified wood, circa pre-history. Brightly colored tan, brown and cream tones with naturally formed patterns caused by fossilization over millions of ...
Category
Unknown Organic Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Petrified Wood
A Thai Bronze, Buddha Fragment, 15th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
A Thai bronze, Buddha fragment, 15th century.
Arm, hand and leg fragment, mounted on a plexiglas stand from 70s.
Overall: 17,2 cm.
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Hildoceras Yorkshire, England Ammonite & Bronze Stand
By Modenature
Located in Scorton, GB
A magnificent example of a classic Jurassic ammonite from the North Yorkshire coastline of North East England. Now suspended on THE FOSSIL STORE™ custom AES bronze stand...
Category
British Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Limestone, Bronze
Pair of Large Decorative 395 Million Year Old Ammonite Atlas Mountains Fossils
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of fully polished circa 395-million-year-old Ammonite Atlas Mountains fossil statues
These are some of the most decorative pi...
Category
Swedish Other Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
$2,698 Sale Price / set
25% Off
2.17 Lb. Triceratops Jaw Bone Fossil // Late Cretaceous
Located in New York, NY
This substantial Triceratops jaw bone fossil from offers a rare glimpse into the anatomy of one of the most iconic dinosaurs of the Cretaceous period. With rugged surface detail and ...
Category
American Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Large Natural Blacknite Quartz Cluster Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large natural blacknite quartz cluster specimen with covelline and bornite from Ambositra, Madagascar.
Blacknite is a beautiful mineral of the goethite/hematite variety, displayin...
Category
Malagasy Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Group of Mounted Natural Sea Stone Specimens from Denmark
Located in New York, NY
A delightful grouping of natural sea stone specimens of flint and chalk from the shores of Denmark. Each stone is unique with the result of years of ero...
Category
Danish Primitive Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone, Metal
Centrosaurus Epi-Occipital Bone (Head Frill)
Located in New York, NY
This striking fossil is an epi-occipital from a Centrosaurus, a genus of ceratopsian dinosaur renowned for its ornate frill and forward-curving nasal horn. These small, spike-like bo...
Category
American Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Korean Celadon Glazed Ritual Ewer, Kundika, Goryeo Dynasty, 13th-14th Century
Located in Austin, TX
An understated and very heavily potted celadon glazed Korean ritual ewer or water sprinkler, kundinka, Goryeo Dynasty, 13th-14th century.
The unusu...
Category
Korean Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
911 Gram Exquisite Black Tourmaline Specimen Attached With Quartz From Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
911 Gram Exquisite Black Tourmaline Specimen Attached With Quartz From Pakistan
Weight: 911 Gram
Dimension: 11.1 x 13 x 8.1 Cm
Origin: Skardu, Pakistan
Tourmaline is a crystallin...
Category
Pakistani Adam Style Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Rock Crystal
137.10 Gram Lovely Bi Color Tourmaline Crystal From Afghanistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
Lovely Bi Color Tourmaline Crystal From Afghanistan
Weight: 137.10 Gram
Dim: 9.6 x 3.2 x 2.3 Cm
Color : Green and Peach
Origin : Af...
Category
Afghan Adam Style Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Rock Crystal
Ancient Classic Form Khmer Urn or Vase
Located in New York, NY
A Khmer urn or vase with a sober, classic form from the Khmer region of ancient Cambodia. Classic form, sober pieces such as these compliment sober, m...
Category
Cambodian Tribal Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Antique French Romanesque 12th century Enthroned Madonna and Child
Located in Doha, QA
This extraordinary museum piece Enthroned Virgin Mary/Madonna with child on her lap comes from the Rhone region in France. The saint symbol and protec...
Category
French Gothic Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Antique Islamic Ceramic Glazed Bowl with Splashed and Sgraffito Decoration
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small Islamic ceramic bowl circa 11-12th century, possibly from Nishapur or Aghkand area of Persia. The elegantly shaped bowl with a slightly flared opening is supported on a small foot rim. The earth ware...
Category
Persian Islamic Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Published Pre-Columbian Nicoya Ceremonial Stone Seat, Ex Arizona Museum
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Nicoya Ceremonial Basalt Stone Seat in Shape of a Jaguar. Published in the Arizona Museum.
This large and finely carved example of Costa Rican skill and craftsmanship is in the form of a jaguar which may have been a lineage or clan symbol - as also was the crocodile - according to 16th-century Spanish conquistadors. There are so many features that make this masterpiece so unique. The most realistic depiction is the face with its head captured in a pose that is threatening and fierce.
Sculptors in ancient Central America developed elaborate metate forms that were associated with high status and wealth. They were commonly placed within graves of prominent individuals. Certain ancient rituals must have incorporated this activity and required special metates to be created for this purpose. It may have also served as a throne for the ruler, for whom the assurance of the fertility of his land and people would have been paramount.
Even today, stone metates...
Category
Pre-Columbian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Beautiful German Pieta known as "Vesperbild"
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
BEAUTIFUL GERMAN PIETA KNOWN AS “VESPERBILD”
ORIGIN : GERMANY
PERIOD : 15th CENTURUY
Height : 74 cm
Width : 43 cm
Depth : 22,5 cm
Good condition
Oak wood
This beautiful 15th-c...
Category
German Gothic Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
Chinese Han Dynasty Silver-Decorated Garlic Head Bronze Hu Vase, 3rd Century BC
Located in Austin, TX
A gorgeous and striking late Warring States (475 to 221 BC) or early Han Dynasty (221 to 206 BC) cast bronze and silver-decorated garlic head hu vessel.
Of elegant bottle form, w...
Category
Chinese Han Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Large Natural Gogotte Formation
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
A Gogotte Formation
Of natural form, dating from the Oligocene period (30 Million years ago). Beguiling natural mineral formation, they are the result of calcium carbonate binding w...
Category
French Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
15th Cen Four Pillars of the Christian Faith Saint Peter, Saint Paul, Saint Luke
Located in North Miami, FL
15th century Italian carved wood, polychromed and gold gilded sculptures of four Pillars of the Christian Faith (Saint Peter, Saint Paul, Saint Luke, Saint Matthew).
Category
Italian Renaissance Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Leaf
$30,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
102.07 Gram Black Tourmaline Specimen Attached With Muscovite From Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
102.07 Gram Black Tourmaline Specimen Attached With Muscovite From Pakistan
Weight: 102.07 Gram
Dimension: 5.9 x 6.1 x 5.1 Cm
Origin: Skardu, Pakistan
Tourmaline is a crystallin...
Category
Pakistani Adam Style Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Rock Crystal
Collection of 3 Natural Mineral Cabinet Specimens
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A varied and impressive collection of 3 natural mineral specimens, each presented on an exclusive medium neoclassical style plaster plinth.
Featuring a Celestite, tourmaline and Mad...
Category
Malagasy Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Large Chinese Terracotta Tomb Figure East Han Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Chinese terracotta tomb figure (Ni Yong) from East Han Dynasty (25-220 AD), likely from the area of nowadays Sichuan. It appears to depict a groom figure with attires and harness i...
Category
Chinese Han Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Large Cypriot Brown Ware Storage Jar Olla
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Large Cypriot Brown Ware Storage Jar – Early-Middle Bronze Age (circa 2700-1900 B.C.)
This impressive Cypriot brown ware storage jar, dating back to the Early-Middle Bronze Age (circ...
Category
Cypriot Primitive Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Moorish Incense Burner from Spain, Dated to 10th-12th Century
Located in London, GB
Moorish incense burner from Spain, dated to 10th-12th century
Spanish, 10th-12th century
Measures: Burner height 20cm, width 12cm, depth 12cm
Box height 23cm, width 21cm, depth 18...
Category
Spanish Moorish Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Song to Ming Dynasty Cast Iron Daoist Buddhist Head
Located in Dallas, TX
Daoist sage, official, or possibly a Buddhist acolyte.
A large, thick and heavy cast iron statue of a head. Custom vintage carved hardwood stand finishes off this outstanding and decorative bust, circa 10th...
Category
Chinese Ming Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
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
Collection of 5 Cabinet Scale Minerals
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An impressive and varied collection of 5 natural mineral specimens.
Each presented on exclusive custom display plinths, this set are a range of outstanding large cabinet specimens formed over millions of years, each with their own impressive colours, characteristics, and qualities.
Featuring in this striking collection is a vivid green amazonite, a brilliant cobalt displaying a lustre of various blues and purples and a charming aegirine and zircon.
An azurite and malachite specimen are also included; azurite is a soft, deep-blue copper mineral...
Category
African Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Chinese Neolithic Painted Pottery Jar, Machang Period #4
Located in Bradenton, FL
Chinese Neolithic Pottery Jar from the Majiayao Culture, specifically the Machang phase, in northwest China, and dating back roughly 4000 yea...
Category
Chinese Other Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Early Shinto Carving of Figure Referred to as Father Japan
Located in Hudson, NY
Shinto carving of figure referred to as Father Japan. Heian period (794 to 1185) sculpture made of hinoki wood in single piece construction called ichiboku...
Category
Japanese Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
104.14 Gram Pretty Fadan Quartz From Balochistan, Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
104.14 Gram Pretty Fadan Quartz From Balochistan, Pakistan
Weight: 104.14 Gram
Dimension: 6.7 x 6.7 x 6.6 Cm
Origin: Balochistan, Pakistan
What is special about quartz?
The answe...
Category
Pakistani Adam Style Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Rock Crystal
Large Freestanding Polished Lapis Lazuli Freeform
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
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...
Category
Afghan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Pair of Gothic bronze candlesticks – Germany, 14th century
Located in Madrid, ES
Rare pair of Gothic patinated bronze candlesticks, finely cast in the shape of stylized deer. Each animal supports a central stem serving as a candle holder.
Probably German work, at...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Giant Mounted Gypsum Minerals Cluster from China
Located in London, GB
Giant Mounted Gypsum Minerals Cluster from China
Category
Chinese Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Amber-Glazed Pottery Figure Of An Official, Tang-Liao Dynasty(7-12th century)
Located in seoul, KR
The figure stands with arms crossed in front, a pose that is often seen in tomb figurines which were intended to serve the deceased in the afterlife. The long robe and facial feature...
Category
Hong Kong Tang Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
$1,875 Sale Price
25% Off
Chrysocolla After Barite with Malachite Coated with Drusy Quartz
Located in New York, NY
Chrysocolla after Barite with malachite coated with Drusy quartz
Lupoto Mine, Dem. Rep. of the Congo
This specimen is from a recent discovery. This piece began life as a barite and...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Desert Rose Selenite Crystal Formation
Located in Miami, FL
‘Desert Rose’ selenite crystal
Formation desert roses are crystal clusters formed of gypsum barite and sand. It can take nature up to hundreds of th...
Category
African Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
$700 Sale Price
20% Off
Egyptian Painted Sarcophagus Mask
Located in Astoria, NY
Egyptian Painted Sarcophagus Mask, gesso over wood composite, mounted on metal base. Overall: 11" H x 7.5" W x 3.75" D. Provenance: From a Fifth Avenue Collection.
Category
Egyptian Egyptian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gesso, Wood
Polished Jigsaw Ammonite Fossil
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A complete prehistoric polished jigsaw ammonite fossil, originating from Madagascar, presented on an exclusive museum-quality painted plaster base. A natural historical artefact, pre...
Category
Malagasy Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects
Materials
Precious Stone
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