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Metalwork For Sale
Antique Meditation Buddha, Sri Lanka, early 20th century.
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Meditation Buddha, Sri Lanka, early 20th century. The seated figure cast of brass with further worked details depicting the texture of the garment, hair curls and the signatu...
Category
1920s Sri Lankan Other Vintage Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Metal Mughal Horse Stirrups with Silver Inlay, 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
Thepair of metal Mughal horse stirrups with silver inlay, dating back to the 19th century, are astriking example of equestrian equipment reflecting the ar...
Category
19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Metalwork
Materials
Metal, Silver
Vintage Cambodian Repoussé Silver Pumpkin Shaped Box
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Vintage Cambodian Repoussé Silver Pumpkin Shaped Box. A squat low form with sections having chased and punched scales, coiled silver wire sepals in ...
Category
20th Century Cambodian Other Metalwork
Materials
Silver
Bodhisattva In Bronze, China 20th Century
Located in Saverne, Grand Est
Bronze Guanyin represented seated, left hand held in vitarka mudra, wearing a loose robe with voluminous folds.
Weight: 1.977 kg.
Category
20th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Small Betel Nut Box, Maranao, Southern Philippines (Mindanao)
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Small Betel Nut Box, Maranao, Southern Philippines (Mindanao).
A mixed metal box having a bronze/brass body with bordered silver/copper inlay design overall of a symmetrical floral t...
Category
Early 20th Century Philippine Tribal Metalwork
Materials
Silver, Brass, Copper
Antique Brass Betel Nut Cutter from India Collectible Asian Artifact
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Brass Betel Nut Cutter from India Collectible Asian Artifact
This excellent piece of art from India, made in solid brass, nut slicer or nut cracker which is two halves made w...
Category
19th Century Indian Folk Art Antique Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Large Antique Chinese Cloisonné and Brass Urn
Located in San Francisco, CA
A large exceptional antique Chinese cloisonne pot or urn. Showing a very detailed hand crafted work of enameled art with flowers and animal desig...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Vintage Cased Ultra Lens, English, Optical Magnifier, Working Order, Mid Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is vintage cased Ultra Lens. An English, plated brass optical magnifier in working order, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950.
In working order, with a fine cased set o...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Metalwork
Materials
Brass
Mughal Brass Peacock Engraved Ewer, Late 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The ewer, a ceremonial pitcher, is shaped in the form of a majestic peacock, a significant motif in Mughal art symbolizing beauty, grace, and regality. The body of the ewer is crafte...
Category
Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Metalwork
Materials
Brass
Antique Large Betel Nut Box, Maranao, Southern Philippines
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Large Betel Nut Box, Maranao, Southern Philippines (Mindanao).
Bronze with bordered silver inlay design overall of a symmetrical floral tendril vine pattern referred to as “the okir ...
Category
Early 20th Century Philippine Tribal Metalwork
Materials
Silver, Bronze
Antique Chinese Qing Bronze Censer Incense Burner Cachepot
Located in Forney, TX
A high quality Qing Dynasty (1636-1912) Chinese bronze brazier censer (today use as an incense burner - cachepot planter - decorative table box) encircled with traditional characters, rising on three ball feet, nicely patinated. Functional and decorative, it's a superb example of antique Asian...
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Cambodian Silver Elephant Box
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Cambodian Silver Elephant Box. A traditional sturdy crouching elephant form with front legs tucked beneath him and the hind kneeling underneath. The ha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cambodian Other Metalwork
Materials
Silver
Mughal Brass Peacock Engraved Ewer, Late 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The ewer, a ceremonial pitcher, is shaped in the form of a majestic peacock, a significant motif in Mughal art symbolizing beauty, grace, and regality. The body of the ewer is crafte...
Category
Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Metalwork
Materials
Brass
Persian Brass Ewer With Silver Inlay Calligraphy, Mid 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The brass Persian Islamic ewer from the mid-19th century is a stunning example of craftsmanship and artistic expression. This ewer is not only a functiona...
Category
19th Century Persian Islamic Antique Metalwork
Materials
Silver, Brass
Large Antique Handcrafted Decorative Round Pierced Copper Server With Lid
Located in New Orleans, LA
An antique large pierced Indian nut/food warmer of brass, copper and iron construction. Hand-made with lovely piercing and embossing giving an otherwise utilitarian object a highly ...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Tribal Metalwork
Materials
Brass, Copper, Iron
Vintage Chinese Brass Bas-Relief Dragon Charger
Located in San Diego, CA
Superb vintage Chinese brass bas-relief dragon charger, circa 1940s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures a hefty 14"D x 2"H...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork
Materials
Brass
Cambodian Silver Stag Box
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Cambodian Silver Stag Box. A traditional sturdy crouching stag form with front legs stretched out before him and the hind legs slightly splayed underne...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cambodian Other Metalwork
Materials
Silver
Islamic Calligraphic Rice Pan "Parat", 20th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
This culinary masterpiece, designed for the preparation of rice, transcends its utilitarian purpose and becomes a work of art in its own right. The entire surface of the rice pan is adorned with intricately engraved calligraphy, adding a touch of elegance and cultural significance.
The brass rice pan is substantial, reflecting its purpose as a tool for large-scale cooking. Its sheer size and sturdy construction make it a standout piece in any kitchen or culinary setting. The brass material provides a warm and lustrous backdrop for the detailed engravings that grace its surface.
The calligraphy on the rice pan is a testament to the artistry and precision of the craftsman. Delicate Arabic or Persian script, characterized by flowing lines and elegant curves, covers the entire exterior of the pan. The calligraphy may feature verses from poetry, blessings, or traditional sayings related to food, hospitality, and prosperity. Each inscription is meticulously engraved, creating a visually striking contrast between the polished brass and the finely detailed letters.
The combination of the monumental size, brass material, and engraved calligraphy transforms this rice pan into a cultural artifact that goes beyond its culinary function. It becomes a symbol of tradition, craftsmanship, and the importance of communal gatherings around food. Whether displayed as a piece of art or used in the preparation of meals, this monumental brass rice pan stands...
Category
20th Century Pakistani Islamic Metalwork
Materials
Brass
Japanese Bronze Rabbits
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Japanese Bronze Okimono grouping of 2 figural long eared rabbits, consisting of a mother rabbit up on her hind legs and her child on all fours. They c...
Category
1920s Japanese Showa Vintage Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Antique quality ornate brass coal box
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique quality ornate brass coal box having a quality ornate brass lift up lid with figures, foliage and trees opening to reveal a storage compartment for ...
Category
Early 20th Century Metalwork
Materials
Brass
Antique Brass Betel Nut Cutter from India Collectible Asian Artifact
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Brass Betel Nut Cutter from India Collectible Asian Artifact.
Add a touch of cultural and historical significance to your collection with this antique Indian Sarota or Betel ...
Category
Late 19th Century Indian Folk Art Antique Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Antique Figural Doorstop, English, Brass, Lord Nelson, Door Keep, Late Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique figural doorstop. An English, brass and cast iron Lord Nelson door keeper, dating to the late Georgian period, circa 1810.
Wonderfully antique figure, with superb...
Category
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Metalwork
Materials
Brass, Iron
John Bradstreet Bronze Lotus, circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
From the 1890s until his death in 1914, John Bradstreet, the important American Arts and Crafts furniture and interior designer, worked from The Crafts House, his landscaped orientalist compound in Downtown Minneapolis. There, he also received his clients, and dealt in Asian art acquired on frequent trips to the Far East. He used similar bronze Japanese lotuses...
Category
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Antique Brass Betel Nut Cutters with Dragon Motif from India Areca nut Cutter
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique betel nut cutters crafted in bronze originating from India, specifically designed for cutting betel palm, seeds, areca nuts, and dry fruits. This meticulously handcrafted col...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Metalwork
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Antique Burmese Bronze Market Weight, Hintha, 1 Viss
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Burmese A-le, a zoomorphic form bronze market weight often referred to as an “opium weight”, in the form of a Hintha, a Brahmani Duck (Hamsa) emblem of the Mon kingdom with ...
Category
19th Century Burmese Other Antique Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Antique George III Copper Warming Pan
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique George III copper warming pan having the original turned handle, copper warming pan with a lift up lid
D. 1800
Category
Early 19th Century George III Antique Metalwork
Materials
Copper
Antique Chinese Bronze Phoenix Dragon Tropod Censer Bowl Incense Burner 17"
Located in Dayton, OH
A large and impressive antique Chinese bronze Temple censer bowl on stand featuring a Phoenix on one side and Dragon on the other, with Feng Shui beast head handles and wood stand.
...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Okimo of Standing Rabbit
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is an impressive Okimo of a rabbit in a resting position. The bronze is very well cast in the form of a realistic rabbit. The bronze is signed on the bottom of one foot, as shown in photo. It is thought that having a rabbit in the house would bring good luck; meaning: we all need one! This guy would make the perfect desk accessory or book shelf eye-catcher.
***In Japanese culture rabbits are one of the signs of the Japanese zodiac. They are considered lucky as the Japanese kanji...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Vase with Artist Sign
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese bronze vase with artist sign, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony.
Artist signature is on the last photo.
Age: Japan, Showa Per...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Antique George III Copper Warming Pan
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique George III Copper Warming Pan having the original turned handle, copper warming warming pan with a lift up lid
Category
Early 19th Century George III Antique Metalwork
Materials
Copper
Deluxe Betel Nut Box Set, Maranao Culture, Southern Philippines
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Deluxe Betel Nut Box Set, Maranao Culture, Southern Philippines (Mindanao). Two bronze rectangular boxes decorated with symmetrical silver inlay in the tendril vine pattern referred ...
Category
Early 20th Century Philippine Tribal Metalwork
Materials
Silver, Brass
Antique George III Copper Warming Pan
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique George III copper warming pan having the original turned handle, copper warming pan with a lift up lid
D. 1800
Category
Early 19th Century George III Antique Metalwork
Materials
Copper
Large Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Vase
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this large scale exceptional quality late Meiji Period 1868-1912, early Taisho period 1912-1926, pure silver...
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Metalwork
Materials
Metal, Silver
A Japanese drop-shaped bronze vase with peonies
Located in Milano, IT
Drop-shaped bronze vase, with peonies in relief, decorated to simulate a delicate and light fabric that ends with a bow near the top of the neck.
Using mixed metals to create visual...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Bronze Tripod Ritual Wash Basin (Ashitsuki-darai)
Located in Point Richmond, CA
UH80301 Japanese Bronze Tripod Ritual Wash Basin (Ashitsuki-darai), Muromachi Period, 16th century.
A five petal round form with undulating rolled edge and...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Antique Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Korean Antique Bronze Footed Vessel with Lid Early Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A bronze bowl shape vessel with fitted lid from Korean dated to 15-16th century (early Joseon Dynasty). In an elegant minimalistic form with thin wall and supported by a high foot ri...
Category
16th Century Korean Other Antique Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Cup, 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Chinese cup in golden metal.
Enamel exterior.
High quality workmanship.
10 x 7 cm.
1990s
Category
1990s Chinese Metalwork
Materials
Enamel, Metal
Antique George III Quality Copper Kettle
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique George III quality oval shaped copper kettle with a removable lid, shaped handle and spout
Category
Early 19th Century George III Antique Metalwork
Materials
Copper
Large antique Victorian quality brass engraved tray
Located in Ipswich, GB
Large antique Victorian quality brass engraved tray having a large antique quality brass tray with fantastic engraved decoration
Category
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Metalwork
Materials
Brass
Monumental Antique Pewter Dish With Ownership Inscription
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful pewter dish
Not sure of its origin.
I have dated it early 19th Century. It is possibly earlier.
Interesting ownership inscription on the rim. Possibly Moorish?
It would...
Category
Early 19th Century Southeast Asian Moorish Antique Metalwork
Materials
Pewter
Antique Fish Statue, English, Cast Iron, Angler's Door Stop, Victorian, C.1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique fish statue. An English, cast iron angler's doorstop, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Striking leaping carp figure with great colour
Displays a d...
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Metalwork
Materials
Iron
A Japanese refined silver Junjin bowl
Located in Milano, IT
Refined silver bowl with embossed irises cast and chiseled inside on a hand-hammered ground on the bulbous body, raised on an oval foot.
Signature engraved under the base Watanabe z...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Metalwork
Materials
Silver
2 Robert Kuo Chinese Cloisonne Copper Enameled Mantel Urns Vases 9"
By Robert Kuo
Located in Dayton, OH
Two vintage Robert Kuo's cloisonne enameled vases or urns featuring a floral motif and flared top. KUO's China Cloison. Bases / stands included.
Dimensions:
4.25” x 8.75” (Diamete...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Metalwork
Materials
Metal, Enamel
A vibrant, 19th Century Chinese Cloisonne Baoyueping (Moon flask)
Located in London, GB
A 19th century Chinese cloisonne moon flask (Baoyueping) with bright polychrome decoration of a phoenix flying among large peonies, twin brass fo dogs flank the top and the foot is d...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Metalwork
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
Large antique George III quality copper pot
Located in Ipswich, GB
Large antique George III quality copper pot having the original iron swing handles to both sides with a quality shaped circular copper pot
Category
Early 19th Century George III Antique Metalwork
Materials
Copper
Superb Antique Yemeni Saudi Arabian Khanjar Jambiya Dagger Silver Islamic Arts
Located in London, GB
A Rare Large Antique Jambiya Dagger with highly ornate silver work with added gold gilding
A superb example of a middle eastern Jambiya
Height 3...
Category
Late 19th Century Yemeni Antique Metalwork
Materials
Silver, Gold Leaf
Chinese Paktong Basin, 19th Century
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Chinese paktong basin, engraved with scenes of many children at play and before pagodas, within borders of shou characters, bats and flowerheads, the flattened rim with vases of flowers and lingzhi, swords, lotus pods...
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Metalwork
Materials
Metal
19th Century Chinese Cloisonné Fu Dogs
Located in Houston, TX
An exceptional palatial quality pair of 19th century Chinese cloisonné Fu dogs featuring gold gilding over copper.
Chinese cloisonné o...
Category
1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Metalwork
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Small Antique Octagonal Dish, Middle Eastern, Decorative, Bronze Tray, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique octagonal dish. A Middle Eastern, decorative bronze tray with relief decor in Persian taste, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.
Unusual and delightfu...
Category
Early 19th Century Asian Georgian Antique Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Set of antique Victorian brass scales
Located in Ipswich, GB
Set of antique Victorian brass scales standing on a mahogany base, with a brass centre column having a shaped brass arm holding a removable brass bowl and a brass removable bowl on t...
Category
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Metalwork
Materials
Brass
Japanese Pure Silver and Mixed Metal Cranes Okimono
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this most charming Meiji Period 1868-1912, pure silver and mixed metal sculptural okimono depicting a pair o...
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Metalwork
Materials
Metal, Silver
Antique Burmese Silver Offering Bowl
Located in Point Richmond, CA
A SILVER OFFERING BOWL WITH SCENES FROM THE VIDHURA-PANDITA JATAKA, LOWER BURMA (MYANMAR), DATED 1901.
A hammered repoussé Buddhist beggar’s bowl form with high relief design depicting scenes from the Vidhura-Pandita Jataka on the upper row of cartouches and beneath neat rows of semicircular lappets each depicting various auspicious human and animal forms with scrolling acanthus leaf backgrounds. The overall concept is similar to the layered effect of a Burmese court costume. The circular etched design on the base is of Punnaka astride his magical horse mid-stride holding the white umbrella and Vidhura pleading behind. All surrounded by an inscription, translated as, "Mr Saw Marn's silver bowl. Year 1263 [1901 CE]".
Excellent condition.
11 3/4 in. (30 cm) diameter x 5 7/8 in. (15 cm) high.
38 troy oz., 2lbs. 10 oz. (1175 grams).
Provenance:
The Noble Silver Collection.
Bonhams New York, 24 March 2022, The Noble Silver Collection Treasures from the Burmese Silver Age, lot 942.
Published:
David Owens, Burmese Silver Art: Masterpieces Illuminating Buddhist, Hindu and Mythological Stories of Purpose and Wisdom, 2020, p. 76, no. S81, fig. 3.57.
Bonham’s Footnotes:
In the Vidhura-Pandita Jataka, the bodhisattva that will later become Gautama Buddha perfects the virtue of truthfulness (sacca), at once a keen perception of the true reality of things and an unwavering commitment to imparting this truth. Reborn as a renowned advisor to a virtuous king, the bodhisattva uses undivided speech throughout the story—even when it puts him in harm's way—thereby preventing disputes among rulers, offering amnesty, and ultimately saving the antagonists who initially conspired to kill him.
Burmese Silver Ceremonial Offering Bowls were produced in great numbers, the finely decorated ceremonial offering bowl is the quintessential Burmese silver artwork...
Category
Early 1900s Burmese Other Antique Metalwork
Materials
Silver
Chinese Archaistic Warring States Style Bronze Lidded Vessel with Bird Handles
Located in Stamford, CT
A Chinese bronze lidded ritual vessel modeled after a Late Warring States, 3rd-2nd century BC original. With four whimsical bird form handles as well as a mushroom shaped ornament on...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Archaistic Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Bronzed Seated Buddha with Boys
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine Chinese bronzed copper seated Buddha with five small boys believed to date from the early 20th century. The hollow cast figure is well detailed and portrays the seated smiling...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Metalwork
Materials
Copper
Lovely antique Victorian Kenrick cast iron doorstop
Located in Ipswich, GB
Lovely antique Victorian Kenrick cast iron doorstop having a lovely cast iron doorstop with a pierced loop handle above an acanthus leaf decorated stem and a bell to the base, stamp...
Category
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Metalwork
Materials
Iron
Antique George III Quality Copper Kettle
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique George III copper kettle having a shaped handle and spout, lift off lid with original knob.
Category
Early 19th Century George III Antique Metalwork
Materials
Copper
Small Chinese Cloisonné Lidded Box decorated with peaches, Circa 1930
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very decorative Chinese cloisonné lidded box which we date to the 20th century, Circa 1930.
The box has a cylindrical shape, with its original lid and is all beautifully m...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Export Silver Goblet
By Luen Wo
Located in London, GB
A Chinese export silver goblet with prunus decoration on a matte background, and the base and stem formed as prunus tree branch root. The body has a single round cartouche engraved "...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Metalwork
Materials
Silver
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