Antique 19th century South India, Tamil Nadu finely cast, copper alloy figure of dancing Hindu deity Krishna on a lotus plinth. Depicting the Lord Krishna dancing victoriously on Kaliya Naga and holding a ball of butter in his right hand, his rounded body adorned by belts with hanging bells and other jewelry, his face with almond-shaped eyes and a raised urna centered between his arched brows, his hair arranged in neat rows and surmounted by a round lotus bud finial...

This antique Islamic footed cosmetics makeup kohl jar dates back to the 11th-12th century (Medieval). It is made of bronze and comes from Khorassan. The jar is designed in the form of a small bottle, with a compressed body and a long-tapered neck. It is adorned with two incised rings and a wide flared lip and rests on four legs with bent feet. Bronze kohl vessels of this shape were widely used in the Near East from ancient times, specifically the Luristan Bronzes...

Antique medieval, 14th – early 15th century, circa 1300 -1420 AD (700–823 AH) Marinid Sultanate (Morocco) Marinid Dynasty period, Islamic calligraphic Zilig tiles panel.

The panel consists of three tiles made of red earthenware stone paste ( (also known as Fritware) coated in black manganese glaze. These tiles are intricately carved with an elaborate cartouche that contains an Arabic calligraphy Naskh script on an uneven, chiseled, pale background...

Antique 19th century Islamic Indo-Persian Qajar papier-mache lacquer hand-painted book cover with clean pages ready to write poems.

The bindings are rectangular, and the front and the back are finely hand-painted with central lobed medallions depicting various figures in domestic and garden settings surrounded by flower sprays and foliage within a further border of flower sprays. The inner sides are painted with birds and antelope amongst vegetation on a black background...

These are antique Islamic Indo-Persian wooden shutters from the 19th century, Qajar period. They are painted with polychrome gul-o-bulbul (roses and nightingales) designs. The front of these rectangular-shaped shutters is decorated with urns holding a bouquet of roses and a pair of birds perching on the branches, all finely hand-painted...

A very fine quality antique 19th century, Islamic, Indo-Persian, lacquered papier mache bowl of lobed circular form, with a scalloped rim on a raised circular foot. It has 26 lobed petals superbly hand-painted in gold and various pigments with flower sprays, foliage, and teardrop-shaped paisley motifs. The lower rounded body is finely hand-painted with floral sprays and perching birds (gul-o-bulbul, roses and nightingales). The interior of the bowl is fitted with a brass lining...

Antique 19th-century hunter key wind pocket watch for the Turkish Ottoman market. The dial is a stunning work of art, crafted from white enamel and adorned with black Ottoman/Turkish numerals, signed in Arabic script, followed by a delicate floral garland. The hands are intricately designed - pierced and gilt - adding an extra layer of sophistication. The dial also features a subsidiary seconds dial, completing the refined and detailed design...

This exquisite and rare ceramic jar from the Ayyubid period of the 12th century AD boasts a unique pear-shaped form with a short foot and a flaring neck. It is adorned with three black bands delicately painted on the shoulder underglaze, contrasting beautifully with the pristine white ground. The jar is a fine example of Islamic ceramics from the time period and provides an intriguing glimpse into the art and culture of the era...

Super fine old wool pangden cloth- all hand spun wool and natural dyes. This piece is an exceptionally large piece consisting of 5 panels, circa 40 to 50 years old. I have had quite a few of these in the past and this is one of best I have seen.The weave is very tight and heavy and would make an excellent small blanket or throw rug. In the past these were worn by married women, but these days they are a fashion accoutrement for the modern Tibetan woman...

A museum-quality antique Turkoman Turkmen silver gilt Quran (Koran) kamea cheikel leather pouch, 19th-century, from the Tekke tribe in Central Asia.

The rectangular brown leather pouch is exceptionally well made by a skilled Turkmen silversmith. It features solid silver, gold-gilded panels engraved with typical Tekke volutes and carnelian stones...

Intriguing gold and black lacquered depiction of an Taoist immortal brewing the elixir of immortality in a gourd-(possibly Japanese). Condition: some lacquer losses, please examine enlargements. L: 35cm/13.8in x W: 17.5cm/6.9in.

Antique 18th century Armenian ecclesiastical tinned copper incense burner censer, Ottoman Empire. A censer is made of hand-hammered tinned copper composed of rounded tiered dip bowl with scalloped rim, and domed cover repoussé, finely chiseled with four birded ascetic monks’ heads between four birds, most likely eagles. The center of the lid is pierced repoussé and chiseled with foliate scrolling tendrils...

Classic heavy silk or cotton and silk blend fabric black cheongsam or qipao top with blue silk lining, circa mid 20the century. Perfect condition, and clean. Tailor made and all hand sewn. Dimensions in enlargements.

Pair of antique, circa 1900 A.D.Armenian, splendid solid silver filigree candy baskets, made of characteristic Armenian fine silver filigree wire, twisted, and soldered with excellent precision. Each rounded form is resting on a ring-shaped foot. The center is decorated with rosettes with flaring sides and a scalloped rim affixed with braided rope handles...

Antique 18th century votive Indian bronze statue of the Hindu goddess Durga, depicted here with eight arms, each one holding one of her sacred implements including trident. She wears a distinctive, Devo-style conical hat and flowing robes, and stands with her vahana, her sacred mount, a tiger, seated at her feet. Durga, whose power is to preserve the moral order and righteousness in creation, is very popular in the Hindu faith.

Wonderful bronze with very good casting and detailing, nicely h...

Antique Indian Very well-made cast bronze, hand shaped and hand sculptured door handle in the form of the peacock bird 19th century India Deccan.

MEASUREMENTS: Overall length: 18 cm (7.09 inches) Width at the widest point: 4.6 cm (1.81 inches)

Superb Quality antique 17th-18th century monumental Turkish Ottoman Islamic copper tray (Sini) of rounded form with upturned rim, engraved with a central roundel containing a six-pointed star- Seal of Solomon – Khātim Sulaymāni خاتم_سليمان surrounded by further concentric bands containing entwined split-arabesques, with alternating design of two-handed lidded jars and stylized domed buildings flanked by cypress trees.

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1. A similar tray is published in the Sot...

A large antique 19th century Indian Hindu temple puja bell or Ghanta the janus handle with figures of the monkey God Hanuman and Garuda. The bowl engraved with two elephants and zebu bull and floral pattern and scrolls.

CONDITION: Showing age and usage, handle slightly bent the figures appear to be well worn from ritual use and handling with nice old patina. In working order - sounds good!

MEASUREMENTS:

Height: 18.5 cm (7.28 inches). Width: 10 cm (3.94 inches).

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