Persian Safavid Silver Tray Hunting Scene

Very beautiful hand done Persian Safavid (1501 to 1736) tinned copper bowl with a calligraphy and engravings of flowers and animals. A museum qualit...

This is a magnificent 1916 English sterling silver basket made by Lionel Alfred Crichton Brothers in London. It weights 29.50 Oz. Fully signed and hallmarked. It has a wonderful deta...

18th century very fine Qajar dynasty brass bowl. Persian metalwork is by far the best in the world. The finer modern work started in Safavid dynasty and was perfected during the Qaja...

Marked Qian Long Dynasty. Large decorative painted bowl. Constructed from high quality, high temperature fired Chinese porcelain. Features hand applied images of an Asian courtyard s...

Silver tray in its color. Possibly Spain, 20th century. Has damage. Silver tray in its color, rectangular in shape with wavy edges and center and bottom decorated with an embossed ...

A mid 20th century Persian Isfahan solid silver / wall plaque or tray of rectangular form. This is a stunning piece of artwork. The tray also features the artist's name, which adds a personal touch and showcases their craftsmanship. One of the most captivating aspects of this tray is its hand-chased decoration depicting Achaemenid figures and winged sphinxes. The Achaemenid Empire was an ancient Persian civilization that existed from the 6th to 4th century BCE, famous for its architectural marvels such as the city of Persepolis. The presence of Achaemenid figures on the tray suggests a tribute to this rich historical era. The winged sphinxes, on the other hand, add a touch of intrigue and mysticism to the design. Depicted with elegance and intricacy, these mythical creatures symbolize power, wisdom, and protection, drawing inspiration from ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Persian cultures. The hand-chased technique used to create the decoration on the tray involves hammering and shaping the metal surface, creating intricate patterns and designs. This meticulous craftsmanship gives the tray a sense of uniqueness and exclusivity, as each detail is carefully shaped by the artist's skilled hands. Overall, the combination of the Achaemenid figures and winged sphinxes on this Isfahan silver tray...

he antique tray marked "Queen Victoria Sheffield" belongs to the English tradition of producing tableware and serving items in the style of the Victorian era. Such items were produce...

This is a very good example of a traditional English Silver Plate Tea Tray that dates to the late 19th century. The tray is elaborately detailed and finely cast in the Rococo style,...