Islamic Decorative Objects

Large artisan made hand-tooled/engraved dagger style paper knife in solid brass. It comes in a decorative sheath also in hand-engraved solid brass. It was made in either Turkey or an...

Beautiful vintage Persian ceramic vase hand-painted and glazed with colorful fish on bright green background. Beautiful vintage condition.

Antique Cantagalli lusterware pitcher with botanical and geometric decor hand painted in wine red luster glaze. Probably 19th century. Sweet piece. ...

Placido Zuloaga, An extremely rare Spanish gold and silver damascened window frame, in the Alhambra / Islamic taste, circa 1880. The interior is lined and fitted with an orientalist artwork throughout. Signed PZ on the reverse. Placido Zuloaga was a renowned Spanish metalworker and damascene artist known for his exceptional skills in working with gold and silver and for creating intricate and ornate designs on metal surfaces using a technique called damascening. One of Zuloaga's works is this rare gold and silver damascened frame that he created in the late 19th century. The frame is decorated with intricate designs in silver and gold, creating a stunning contrast that is characteristic of Zuloaga's work. The frame is a remarkable example of Zuloaga's artistry and skill, as well as his mastery of the damascening technique. The technique involves inlaying silver or gold wire into the surface of the metal, creating intricate and detailed designs that are both beautiful and durable. Zuloaga's work was highly sought after during his lifetime and is still highly valued today. His pieces are considered to be some of the finest examples of damascene artistry in the world, and his legacy continues to inspire and influence metalworkers and artists today. His works are in private collections and in museums worldwide. Comparative Literature: James D. Lavin, The Art and Tradition of the Zuloagas, Spanish Damascene...

Middle Eastern Persian-style brass candlestick in the form of a cobra snake with incised black and red enamel decoration. Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use

Middle Eastern Mosaic Wooden Inlaid Marquetry Box Game Backgammon and Chess. Middle Eastern Micro Mosaic Wooden Inlaid Marquetry Box. Large vintage Moorish Syrian style micro mosaic ...

Antique Persian Islamic Brass Jewelry Footed Box in Mamluk Revival Damascene style. A Middle Eastern Moorish Damascene Brass Box circa 1910-1920s. A fine antique handcrafted etched hammered Syrian Damascene brass jewelry box. Octagonal shape lidded antique Moorish Persian footed trinket brass box, handcrafted and chased with calligraphy Islamic Arabic design writing. The Box decorated with etched Arabic inscription and lotus flowers with a very fine Arabesque design. Middle Eastern jewelry brass box with eight small feet, hinged lid, lined in a Moroccan red velvet. Great Moorish Mamluke Revival brass decorative Islamic metal art object. Dimensions 6.75" W × 5" D × 5.25" H. In the Mamluk Style (Mamluk Revival). Origin: Middle East. Date: Circa 1900-1920s. Hand-hammered and engraved, this beautifully incised brass box Islamic...

Handcrafted of one piece of solid wood, inlaid with silver, scrolling, decorative picture frame. This picture frame is easy to fold into a cross legged standing position and this ra...

Antique Islamic Brass Chased Embossed Magic Bowl Indo Persian Mughal Brass Dish. Antique 19th century round brass magic bowl, nicely handcrafted and hand-hammered with Arabic writing. Middle Eastern...

Vintage Turkish enameled Bohemian glass hookah base vase. Clear and gold enameled Bohemian glass hookah base, or flower vase. Bohemian glass hookah ...

A scarce fine quality antique silver-inlaid solid brass betel nut box (Lutuan), dating to the second half of the 19th / early 20th century, hand-crafted in Mindanao, Philippines. Boxes such as this were used to store the areca nut (also known as the betel nut) which would be wrapped in a betel leaf with lime paste and other ingredients, often tobacco, for chewing. Similar to the European tea caddy, these boxes often served as a way to impress while showing off ones wealth. Betel chewing was prevalent in the southern Philippines as in much of the rest of Southeast Asia. Wealthier Maranao families on Mindanao were able to afford elaborate silver-inlaid brass betel boxes such as this example. Such boxes were used to show off to guests and from which they were offered betel and the other component such as leaves and lime to make up the betel quid. Rare large size, most extant examples of such boxes tend to measure around 5 inches in length. At slightly more than 7.75 inches the example here is larger than most. The distinctive decorative box features a very heavy strong-box like rectangular shaped chest form with canted corners, copper handles, and a conforming hinged lid, lifting open to reveal an interior divided into three compartments covered by four hinged lids. Each of these doors is inlaid with silver in stylized orchid flower patterns. Exceptionally executed throughout, the arabesque silver inlaid exterior is decorated to the top with a large orchid motif within scrolling obid-obid (stylized rope) borders. The front, back and sides are inlaid with sets of stylized tail feathers of the sari-manok bird beneath which are unusual, highly stylized whimsical zoomorphic faces that appear like cat or tiger faces. (Such stylisation is accounted for by Southeast Asian Islamic preferences to avoid the overt and this potentially idolatrous representation of animal and human forms. Designs such as these are drawn from a local design repertoire that has its origins in wood carving. Although the spread of Islam in the Philippines began in the 14th century, mostly through the influence of Muslim merchants from the western Malay Archipelago, decorative arts in this design remain exceptionally rare. This lutuan represents a fine example of Islamic metalwork from the most eastern outreach of Islamic art and civilisation: Mindanao island being significantly further east than even China – artwork from Islamic Southeast Asia remains chronically under-represented in the world’s major collections of Islamic art. PROVENANCE / ACQUISITION Acquired from highly reputable auction house, Austin Auction Gallery, established 1983, Austin, Texas. References Brownrigg, H., Betel Cutters...

Antique 19th C. Ottoman Turkish Brass Inkwell Qalamdan with Arabic Calligraphy Writing.An antique 19th century brass decorated Islamic Turkish Qalamdan.An antique Turkish Brass...

antique handmade huge Moroccan brass footed planter bowl container Islamic Moorish metalwork. Early 20th century Islamic brass jardiniere or cachepot finely etched brass with Moorish design. Highly collectible handmade Islamic planter or pot to use near your fireplace to hold fire tools. Large Moroccan Moorish polished etched brass planter...

Framed Persian Miniature Painting in Moorish Micro Mosaic Inlaid Marquetry Frame – Indo-Persian Artwork Stunning Middle Eastern Persian miniature painting, exquisitely hand-painted and framed in a vintage Moorish micro mosaic inlaid frame. This collectible piece showcases the refined elegance of Islamic art, merging the rich traditions of Persian miniature painting with the intricate craftsmanship of khatam marquetry. The finely detailed painting depicts a 19th-century royal polo scene, featuring royal princes dressed in traditional Maharaja attire riding horseback in vivid, vibrant color. The square-shaped frame is masterfully handcrafted using the ancient Persian technique of khatamkari, a meticulous form of micro mosaic inlay. This time-honored art form utilizes tiny slivers of wood, bone, and metal to create delicate geometric and floral Moorish designs—reminiscent of works found in the Doris Duke Islamic Art Collection and other notable museum holdings. The micro mosaic inlay, also known as Sadeli work, is a rare and highly sought-after craft, especially when combined with the luminous detail of a Persian miniature. This piece is a true testament to Indo-Persian artistry, offering both visual opulence and historic significance. Features: * Antique handcrafted Moorish frame with geometric Islamic design * Persian miniature painting on shell with royal polo scene * Museum-quality Indo-Persian craftsmanship * Frame dimensions: 13" x 9.25" * Ideal as a collector’s piece, wall décor, or focal point in any sophisticated interior * A rare fusion of Islamic, Persian, and Indian decorative arts circa 1950s. Perfect for collectors of Islamic art, Middle Eastern antiques, or enthusiasts of fine marquetry and micro mosaic inlay, this piece brings historical richness and unparalleled craftsmanship to your space. Keywords: Persian miniature painting, Moorish micro mosaic frame, Islamic art, antique Indo-Persian marquetry, khatam inlay, Sadeli mosaic, Middle Eastern artwork, royal polo scene, Maharaja painting...

Large Moroccan glazed ceramic urn with lid from Fez. Moorish style ceramic handcrafted and hand painted with Arabic calligraphy writing. This kind of Art Writing looks calligraphic...

exquisite middle Eastern Moorish Syrian inlay jewelry box. This box is intricately inlaid with Moorish motif designs which have been uniquely inlaid with bone, mother of pearl and f...

Discover a timeless treasure with this Antique Islamic Arabic Powder Flask—a true masterpiece from 1920s Morocco. Handcrafted with meticulous artistry, this exquisite piece combines ...

Vintage Middle Eastern Khatam Art Painting Miniature on hexagonal shape trinket box. Hand painted, lacquered wooden Moorish micro mosaic marquetry inlaid tobacco or trinket Box. Handcrafted vintage marquetry Indo Persian wood inlay micro mosaic with miniature hand painted scene. Finely handcrafted khatam Persian hand painted micro mosaic inlaid wooden box...

AN OTTOMAN TINNED COPPER VASE AND COVER Early 20th Century. Of baluster form, profusely engraved with geometric quatrefoil and floral pattern with central "Basmala Tughra" cartouche...

Antique Handcrafted Vintage Berber Kabyle Box. Handcrafted vintage North Africa. Algeria Berber Kabyle box crafted in nickel silver in traditional style of red and green enamels and ...

This is a beautiful hand forged pitcher. It was made in the Middle East in the Islamic style. It's completely hand forged metal. The handle being made in a heavy hand forged steel.

Antique vase or urn from the 1930s Northern Africa. Fantastic colour combination with rather unusual nickel filigree decoration: beautiful vase from Morocco. Fez was and still is fam...

A pair of antique red enameled art glass bowls made for the Islamic/Persian market, made in France or Bohemia, circa 1900. Each bowl with a pronounced band to the top, finely enameled with foliate decoration, the base of each bowl is finely decorated with raised hand-painted with raised colorful enamel decoration of fruiting vines, flowers, birds and butterflies. The bowls are possibly by one of the Bohemian glass works like Moser or Lobmeyr or one of the French glass-works in Nancy, these glass producers made decorative art glass like this for the Islamic Arab...

Large Qajar Brass Peacock Incense Burner, Iran, 19th Century Origin: Iran (Persia), Qajar Dynasty, Material: Pierced and engraved brass An exceptional and rare Qajar-period brass ...

A Fine, Rare, and Highly Important 19th Century Bohemian Blue-Over-White-Over-Clear Triple Overlay Crystal Jeweled and Covered Imperial Decanter. The decanter is crafted from clear g...

Polychrome alloy bronze garniture. Orientalist style, 1860. Machine clock signed 1570.

From a small collection of five Persian hand painted pottery vases is this stylish earthenware bottle shaped vase hand painted with a hen and cockerel amidst flowering stems and dati...

Superb and large baluster vase in painted ceramic, adorned with a rich golden floral design on a green background enhanced with paisley motifs. The flared neck and slender silhouette...

This wonderful collection of Bohemian glass objects was created in the late 19th Century for the Persian market. The set—which includes three vases, one huqqa base...

A very rare and impressive pair of 19th century Bohemian cut crystal Uranium color decanters/bottles with gold and platinum hand-painted decoration made for the Turkish/Ottoman market. Each of these decanters is made of the highest quality Bohemian hand-diamond-cut crystal with a rare uranium green/yellow hue. The decanters are fitted with their original lids and are gorgeously hand-painted with decorations of the Turkish flag...

Exquisite beauty of this antique Islamic Kashmiri Papier-Mâché Tea Caddy, a stunning storage box with a lid and copper metal lining. This hand-painted gem features intricate miniatur...

Antique Islamic metal copper bottle base of spherical form and decorated with a recessed repeated floral motif. 19th Century bronze tinned copper Indo-Persian Islamic vase, hand- chased and embossed metal with a very dark patina. Antique Mameluke Revival 19th Century Mughal Nargile or hookah pipe base made of tinned copper bronze, the base hand decorated, engraved with with a recessed repeated floral motif, leaf, foliage and arabesques engraving and etching decorations, leaf, foliage and arabesques. Collectible Antique Indian Islamic Mughal engraved metal hookah base, bottle. This fascinating Indo-Persian copper engraved vessel hookah base dates from the 19th century, where it was used as a water base for a hookah, or shisha pipe. In traditional hookah smoking, the base of the pipe is normally the most decorative element of the piece. This vase has a beautiful shape and feel. It is intricately engraved with a arabesque foliage designs Mughal Northern India - 19th century. A nargile or hookah pipe's history dates back as far back as the 16th century, This charming piece has an elegant profile, will make a stunning vase, candle holder or shelf or mantel decoration. Brass patinated Islamic vase probably dating to the late 19th century. Decorated with fine designs in floral organic designs, Hand-hammered decorative Islamic brass folk art Hand- chased and embossed brass with very dark bronze patina. Hand-crafted metal pot with a detailed embossed floral and leafy design on the entire circular bulbous body with a circular stand with long slender neck with flared lip that provides grip and shape to the pot Hand tooled Islamic design bronze piece is believed to be an antique from India...

Antique late 19th century large Islamic Middle Eastern Egyptian hand-etched and repousse Mameluke Moorish style brass bowl. Could be used as a jardinière, cache pot for a large orchi...

Large antique 19th century or before brass Middle Eastern Persian Islamic style footed bowl finely and heavily hand-etched and embossed with brass repousse and decorated with calligraphic decoration inscriptions medallions. A large Mamluk style brass bowl, hammered and engraved brass, with slightly rounded base, inverted sides narrowing to rim, the exterior engraved with a large honorific thuluth inscription, alternating with roundels containing blazons. Islamic work from the the 19th century, in the style of Mamluk productions. Handcrafted and embossed with geometric designs and Arabic writing on brass vessel. Great brass decorative collectible Islamic metal...

An exceptional hand crafted antique Moorish revival brass bowl engraved in relief with a continuous figural scene, probably a wedding dating from the 1...

Ottoman / 1850 / cachepot / copper / Ottoman / Rustic / Antique A magnificent 18th century Ottoman copper bowl engraved with Arabesque floral and animal decorations. This large bow...

Middle Eastern photo album from the 19th century, Qajar period, hand-painted lacquered enamel with silver covers and decorations. Enameled central plates painted on both sides repres...

Large Moroccan glazed ceramic urn with lid from Fez. Moorish style ceramic handcrafted and hand-painted with Arabic calligraphy writing. This kind of Art Writing looks calligraphic ...

Antique handcrafted wooden Persian khatam pen box. This Pen Box is completely Khatam handmade design very detailed fine work in and out. Middle Eastern Persian...

Middle Eastern Copper hand etched polished brass cache pot. Could be used as a vase or Jardiniere, indoor or outdoor. Figural scenes and pyramid architectural and geometric designs hand-hammered on metal copper vessel. Middle Eastern Egyptian copper...

An important Islamic Khurasan bronze and silver-inlaid inkwell & cover, Eastern Persia, Circa 1200. The inkwell of cylindrical form and having a shallow dome top cover with a tall knopped finial and inlaid with a twin band of scrolled silver. The base of the dome and the rim of the cover having bands on interlaced silver inlay, the inkwell having three loop handles. The body of the inkwell having two bands of silver inlaid Naskh script, between the bands are twin panels...

Two copper candlesticks of typical ottoman form with turned stems on a stepped and tapered base. Each base rises to a flared bobèche (a drip tray to collect melted wax...

An earthenware bowl supported on a foot ring decorated with elaborate slip paint. The bowl was likely made in Kashan (in nowadays Iran) during 12-14th century, in Khwarazmian Empire,...

Vintage Middle Eastern Persian Khatam Trinket Box with Miniature Art Painting. This hand-painted, lacquered wooden box features Moorish micro mosaic marquetry, perfect for holding sm...

Late 19th Century Italian Arabesque Style Carrara Marble Sculpture Signed Pugi. Offered is a beautifully executed late 19th century carved Carrara marble seated Arab male on a thick ...

Middle Eastern Egyptian hand etched polished brass vessel. Could be used as a vase or Jardiniere, indoor or outdoor. Arabic Mameluke revival style brass vessel with figural scenes and pyramid architectural and geometric designs hand-hammered on metal polished vessel. Etched with figures of the Pharaoh and scenes from the ancient pharaonic period. Great decorative collector antique Middle Eastern Egyptian Islamic metalwork folk art object brass bowl hand crafted by artisans. Hand made in Egypt, 19th Century.

Inkwell travel desk Islamic symbols Inkwell with Islamic symbols Circa 1900 Origin France Middle East Gold and silver patina with Islamic symbols and monograms Very good general condition with some wear from use It is a beautiful, very old writing desk...

Beautiful Moroccan Hammered Copper Lidded Jar Container Lotus motif unmarked 18 h x 18 w x 15 diameter Preowned vintage. Patina present Refer to images listed

Antique Islamic metal copper hookah bottle base of spherical form and decorated with a recessed repeated floral, geometric motif with a deer figure. 19th century Bronze tinned copper...

Antique Islamic Repoussé Lidded Copper Vessel 9 h x 12 Original vintage condition Refer to all images

A fine antique Persian papier machê snuff box. Consisting of a lacquered papier machê with decoration to the lid and all 4 sides. The lid...

Large Moroccan glazed ceramic vase from Fez. Moorish style ceramic handcrafted and hand painted with Arabic calligraphy writing. This kind of Art Writing looks calligraphic is call...

Vintage African Tuareg Silver Outer Layer on Ebony Wood Jewelry Box. Rectangular form Islamic Tuareg Jewelry Box. Gorgeous Islamic jewelry treasure trink...

Handcrafted Moroccan Moorish footed glass perfume bottle or rose water sprinkler with raised embossed silvered metal floral design over amber yellow pai...

PRESENTING A LOVELY Hand-painted Persian Desk Set with Khatam Mosaic. Pair of items in the Set: (1) Hand-painted Bone Plaque in Khatam Mosaic Frame, and...

This is an exceptional and historic pair of Damascus enameled metalwork vessels or urns. These art objects show signs of rough use and handling through the centuries. Although it is ...

Incredibly rare/unique & monumental antique Mamluk/Nasrid Islamic pottery copper lustre candlestick, circa 1870. This incredible pottery candlestick follows the the form of a 14th C...

Mid 20th Century Turkish Kütahya Pottery Hand Painted Wall Hanging Plate with Iznik Patterns. Large hand-made decorative ceramic wall art platter hand painted in polychrome Izink pat...

Antique Moroccan Koran Scroll Talisman Box Amulet Holder Made of Metal Silvered Repousse. Large Berber tribal ethnic talisman pendant storage box with a lovely original patina, a rare, large amulet necklace probably from Morocco. Traditionally the case would have contained a small copy of the Koran or other protective religious verses or written incantations were sealed inside to protect the wearer. In square shape, silvered metal repousse talisman case which stored a miniature Koran or talisman considered to hold special protective powers. This ornate box is a Quran case or carrier and would have originally been worn by someone to protect from the evil eye. Silvered metal box with hanging charms that will makes sounds to push away any bad spirit when moving. As the wearer moves, a soft jingling sound is made by the dangle drops. Noise is thought to drive djinns (evil spirits) away. The front has intricate, dense geometric design, the box opened from the top by sliding a small piece of metal. Large pendant with hanging amber colored beads, embossed silver metal with geometrical relief and repousse. This beautiful antique ethnic piece could be worn as a piece of jewelry pendant. Great Islamic Folk Art, metal work, bold, beautiful, great to use as a collectible Islamic object displayed on the wall or on a table. Material: nickel silvered metal. Circa 1920's. Probably from Morocco, but similar objects can also been found in Islamic country around the world in North Africa from Morocco to Algeria, and also in Asia,Afghanistan Oman, Malaysia, India Kashmir...

Middle Eastern Islamic Egyptian metal bowl hand-etched and hammered brass. Early 20th century Egyptian Arabian brass vessel bowl. Engraved and hand-chased repousse with Egyptian arabesque...