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Japanese Two Panel Screen: Nadeshiko on Gold Leaf
Located in Hudson, NY
Nadeshiko, also known as fringed pinks is a flowering plant native to Japan. Ink, mineral pigments
Category

Mid-18th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Bronze, Gold Leaf

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Egrets on Rivers Edge
Located in Hudson, NY
Late winter scene of egret, willow and daffodil in mineral pigments on gold leaf with accents of
Category

Early 19th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Gold Leaf

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Fans
Located in Hudson, NY
Old Fans mounted on a two panel screen of Gold Clouds. Mineral pigments and gold on mulberry paper
Category

Mid-19th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Gold

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Snowy Mountain Landscape
Located in Hudson, NY
Engaging winter scene of plains and mountains in mineral pigments on paper. Silk brocade border and
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Bonsai
Located in Hudson, NY
(bronze containers) displaying bonsai. Mineral pigments on very heavy gold leaf with black lacquer trim
Category

16th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Bronze, Gold Leaf

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Plovers Over Waves
Located in Hudson, NY
Lovely furosaki screen of plovers and waves and a bundled twig fence in gold raised relief. Mineral
Category

Mid-19th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Gold, Gold Leaf

Japanese Four Panel Screen: Cherry Viewing Under Moonlight
Located in Hudson, NY
Mineral pigments on fabric with silk brocade border and black lacquer trim. Signature reads
Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Fabric, Brocade, Silk, Lacquer

Japanese Two Panel Screen: View of Nagasaki City
Located in Hudson, NY
. Mineral pigments on gold leaf with silk brocade border and black lacquer trim. From the collection of Loyd
Category

Early 19th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Gold Leaf

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Ikibana (Flower Arranging) in Progress
Located in Hudson, NY
added. Mineral pigments on mulberry paper with silk brocade border and natural wood trim. Signature
Category

Mid-18th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Brocade, Silk, Wood, Paper

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Abstract Water Landscape
Located in Hudson, NY
screen (for tea ceremony). Mineral pigments on heavy gold with a silk brocade border and black lacquer
Category

18th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Gold Leaf

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Blue Vine
Located in Hudson, NY
Climbing grape-vine at dawn in mineral pigments on paper in wood trim. Seal reads: Ogi Toshiyuki.
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Wood, Paper

Japanese Two Panel Screen: European Hounds
Located in Hudson, NY
18th century painting of European hound and her pup. Mineral pigments on gold leaf with black
Category

Mid-18th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Gold Leaf

19c Pair French Antique Stone Ball Finials
Located in New Orleans, LA
decoration. The softly weathered surface displays the patina of age — gentle mineral variation, fine
Category

Early 19th Century French Antique Mineral

Materials

Stone

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Venerable Plum Tree in Winter
Located in Hudson, NY
Ink and mineral pigments on silver leaf with black lacquer trim. Signature reads: Kotan hitsu. Seal
Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Silver Leaf

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Deer in Autumn Landscape
Located in Hudson, NY
Buck and doe under a red maple on heavy gold. Mineral pigments on gold leaf on paper with silk
Category

Early 19th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Gold Leaf

18th Century Italian Station of the Cross Mounted on Calcite Crystals in Matrix
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
producing the world's finest crystallized calcite (referenced from the "American Mineral Treasure" book, pg
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Mineral

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf

18th Century Italian Station of the Cross Mounted on Calcite Crystals in Matrix
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
crystallized calcite (referenced from the "American Mineral Treasure" book, pg. 337). This museum-quality form
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Mineral

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Bamboo on gold
Located in Hudson, NY
mounted in the early 20th century into a small furosaki byobu (tea ceremony screen) Mineral pigments on
Category

16th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Gold Leaf

Mid-19th-Century French School, Portrait Of A Chemist
Located in Cheltenham, GB
purposeful, one hand resting near a mineral or inorganic specimen, the other holding a watch chain. The
Category

1850s French School Antique Mineral

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Japanese Two Panel Screen: White Shepard
Located in Hudson, NY
White Shepard reclining in a garden pathway surrounded by tree peony, azaleas and thistle. Mineral
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Brocade, Lacquer, Paper

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Plum Blossom in the Mist
Located in Hudson, NY
Plum blossom, baby pine and bamboo painted in mineral pigments on heavy gold leaf on paper. Silk
Category

Early 1800s Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Bronze, Gold Leaf

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Higashiyama Hills in Autumn
Located in Hudson, NY
Higashiyama hills outside of Kyoto in the height of autumn in mineral pigments on silk. Dark brown
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Japanese Two Panel Screens: Misty Cedar Forest
Located in Hudson, NY
Enchanting grove of cedar trees in the mist with beautifully applied gold dust and mineral pigments
Category

Mid-18th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Gold

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Emu in Flowering Cactus
Located in Hudson, NY
Very unusual subject matter of emu in an arid landscape beautifully painted in mineral pigments on
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Bronze

Green Amethyst quartz murano glass Decorative Object Sculpture Crystal Rock
Located in London, GB
exceptional minerals contained within. Reminiscent of Venetian murano glass, the piece preserves a multiude
Category

15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Organic Modern Antique Mineral

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

Natural Cubic Pyrite and Quartz Cluster Weighing 7.5 lbs
Located in Miami, FL
Pyrite and quartz cluster sourced from the mineral-rich mountains of Peru, this one-of-a-kind formation
Category

15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Mineral

Materials

Quartz, Pyrite

Portuguese 18th Century Hand-carved Marble Mortar
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
patchy red and orange minerals, shaped with four, angular handles that make it (a little) easier to use
Category

18th Century Portuguese Other Antique Mineral

Materials

Stone

Fossilized Clamshell with Naturally Formed Pearl on Polished Agate Base
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
contains warm tan hues of calcite crystals, formed when mineral-rich groundwater permeates the shells and
Category

15th Century and Earlier American Organic Modern Antique Mineral

Materials

Agate, Metal

Natural specimen from a Wunderkammer: desert rose and red crystals, Italy 1880.
Located in Milan, IT
A Naturalia mineral specimen from a Wunderkammer. Desert rose and red crystals composition, mounted
Category

Late 19th Century Italian Antique Mineral

Materials

Rock Crystal

Purple Amethyst Grey Pink Agate Brown-Orange Sculpture Decorative ObJect Organic
Located in London, GB
An exquisite deep purple amethyst cluster with mineral formation and a polished stalactite. This
Category

15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Organic Modern Antique Mineral

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Whimsical Dragon
Located in Hudson, NY
Extremely dramatic painting of a dragon in sumi-e ink and mineral pigments on gold silk in a dark
Category

Early 1900s Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Silk, Wood, Lacquer

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Gilt Marble Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
throughout the patches of minerals in tones of ivory, lavender, and green. Note the stone is removable from
Category

19th Century French Louis XV Antique Mineral

Materials

Cast Stone, Marble

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Woodland Deer
Located in Hudson, NY
Foraging deer under hinoki tree in an autumn setting. Mineral pigments on heavy gold leaf with good
Category

Early 19th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Bronze

TEXAS WILLACY COUNTY MAP TEXAS AREA 1870s-1910 ORIGINAL HAND DRAWN
Located in San Antonio, TX
owned substantial mineral rights. The Texas Railroad Commission was established to regulate the
Category

Early 1900s Realist Antique Mineral

Materials

Ink

TEXAS FRIO COUNTY MAP PEARSALL TEXAS AREA 1870S-1910 ORIGINAL HAND DRAWN
Located in San Antonio, TX
they consequently owned substantial mineral rights. The Texas Railroad Commission was established to
Category

Early 1900s Realist Antique Mineral

Materials

Ink

Natural Amethyst Geode Quartz Crystal Cluster Cathedral
Located in Newfoundland, PA
crystal formations. Ideal for collectors or those interested in rocks, fossils, and minerals, this
Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Mineral

Materials

Multi-gemstone

Early 20th Century French Cast Stone Shell-Encrusted Planter
Located in Dallas, TX
and mineral variation, adding depth, age, and authentic outdoor character. This antique planter is in
Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Mineral

Materials

Cast Stone

Fossilised Wood with Blue-Green Highlights
Located in London, GB
process through which buried wood tissue, permeated by minerals transported in water, can transform into
Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Mineral

Materials

Other

Pair of Early 20th C. French Neoclassical Stone Garden Planters
Located in Dallas, TX
patina developed through decades of exposure, with soft gray tones enhanced by mineral deposits, surface
Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Antique Mineral

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Sudare on Gold Leaf
Located in Hudson, NY
minimalist composition. The screen features a dazzling and luminous background of gold leaf and mineral
Category

17th Century Japanese Antique Mineral

Materials

Brocade, Silk, Wood, Lacquer, Paper

18th Century French Provencal Terracotta Olive Oil Jar from Biot
Located in Dallas, TX
, mineral deposits, and glaze losses consistent with centuries of use, all contributing to its authentic
Category

Late 18th Century French Antique Mineral

Materials

Earthenware, Terracotta

Pueple Amethyst calcite black epitaxial goethite decorative object Sculpture
Located in London, GB
quartz. The piece is a wonderful example of the rare mineral combinations found in the highest quality
Category

15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Organic Modern Antique Mineral

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

Fine Japanese Scroll Painting Depicting Insects, Early 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Delicate polychrome ink and mineral pigments on paper, realized most probably in the beginning of
Category

Early 19th Century Italian Antique Mineral

Materials

Paper

Byobu - Japanese Screen Gold Leaf Kano School Pine Sun
By Japanese Studio
Located in Brescia, IT
Japanese Screen of Kano school six panels hand painted with mineral pigments on gold leaf. A very
Category

Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Mineral

Materials

Gold Leaf

19th Century French Glazed Terracotta Olive Oil Jar with Handles and Spout
Located in Dallas, TX
surface shows authentic wear, mineral deposits, and kiln variations consistent with age and use
Category

Late 19th Century French Country Antique Mineral

Materials

Earthenware, Terracotta

Chinese Painting Stone Snuff Bottle, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
of its natural materials. Flecked with wine-red inclusions and swirling layers, the opaque mineral is
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Mineral

Materials

Stone

Gold Rutile White Quartz Sphere Decorative object Sculpture Table top
Located in London, GB
starter, reflecting the enchanting beauty of Brazilian minerals. The radiant golden inclusions catch and
Category

15th Century and Earlier Brazilian Organic Modern Antique Mineral

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Bronze

White Quartz Sphere with Golden Rutile Decorative object Sculpture Table top
Located in London, GB
Brazilian minerals. Its radiant golden inclusions catch and reflect light beautifully, making it a striking
Category

15th Century and Earlier Brazilian Organic Modern Antique Mineral

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Bronze

Ancient Himalayan Agate Bead Necklace 2000+ Years Old Large Round Celadon
Located in Milford, DE
celadon beads exhibit the subtle translucency, soft surface weathering, and natural mineral banding
Category

Early 19th Century Tibetan Artisan Antique Mineral

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Antique Fossil Stone Fireplace Surround Timeless Coastal Architectural Design
Located in Beervelde, BE
undertones, animated by visible fossil inclusions and natural mineral markings. These organic patterns—shell
Category

18th Century Minimalist Antique Mineral

Materials

Stone

19th Century Belgian Blue Stone Fountain Basin
Located in High Point, NC
integration into a larger water feature. The surface reveals soft weathering, lichen traces, and mineral
Category

19th Century Belgian Antique Mineral

Materials

Stone

A Rare Gold Blue Enamel and Diamond Keywind Fob Watch C1860
Located in Mayfair, London, London
dial is covered by a mineral glass. Case: The 18ct gold case finely engraved to sides and bow. The
Category

1860s Swiss Antique Mineral

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Pre-Columbian Vessel in the Form of a Shaman s Head, Colima, West Mexico
Located in Point Richmond, CA
mouth. The ears are pierced and there are nice mineral deposits overall. A collection number has been
Category

15th Century and Earlier Mexican Pre-Columbian Antique Mineral

Materials

Terracotta

IWC for Boucheron. A Gold Keyless Dress Pocket Watch C1920
By IWC
Located in Mayfair, London, London
. The dial is protected by a mineral glass. Case: The very elegant slim white gold case with an unusual
Category

1920s Swiss Antique Mineral

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Hishey Jarrah–Style Zir Jar, 26”, Hand-Built Earthenware Vessel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
, including surface abrasions, small chips, and interior mineral buildup, enhances its authenticity and
Category

Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Mineral

Materials

Pottery

French Art Deco White Alabaster Brass Three-Light Pendant Light, ca. 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
diffuse gently while highlighting the stone’s organic structure and characteristic mineral inclusions
Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Mineral

Materials

Alabaster, Metal, Brass

Pair of Crystal Soliflore Vases on Bronze and Alabaster Bases, 19th century
Located in NICE, FR
transparency of the crystal, the warmth of the gilt bronze, and the soft mineral quality of the alabaster
Category

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Mineral

Materials

Marble, Bronze

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Antique Mineral For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique mineral available at 1stDibs. Each antique mineral for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stone, metal and alabaster. If you’re shopping for an antique mineral, we have 580 options in-stock, while there are 20 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the antique mineral you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each antique mineral bearing Art Deco, Arts and Crafts or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. Belleek Pottery Ltd., Illulian and Interi each produced at least one beautiful antique mineral that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Mineral?

Prices for an antique mineral can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $35 and can go as high as $125,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,645.