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Period: 15th Century and Earlier
Sphalerite on Calcite, NY
Located in New York, NY
Sphalerite on Calcite Titan Mining Empire State Mine #4, Newfold Ore Body, 3,981 level, Balmat, St Lawrence Co., New York, USA 11 cm tall x 9.5 cm wide New York State is not commo...
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American Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Rhodonite, Morro da Mina Mine, Conselheiro Lafaiete, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
Rhodonite Morro da Mina Mine, Conselheiro Lafaiete, Minas Gerais, Brazil 5.8 cm tall x 7.3 cm wide The most exceptional rhodonites in the world are now found in Brazil. The...
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Brazilian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Gem grade Amethyst Geode Sculpture, Uruguay
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The amethyst geodes from Uruguay are mined from the same rock formation as their relatives just to the north across the border into southern Brazil and are igneous (volcanic) in orig...
Category

Uruguayan Organic Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Rock Crystal

La Tolita-Tumaco Standing Female Figure
Located in Chicago, IL
This standing effigy was crafted in 500 A.D. - 1000 A.D. Mesoamerica using the gray clay paste that characterizes La Tolita-Tumaco ceramics of early Colombia-Ecuador. The art of La Tolita-Tumaco civilization is considered one of the most developed of the pre-Columbian period as metalwork and ceramics were the most popular form of cultural expression. The ceramic creations of this culture were often based on the human figure to create portraits of people and realistic daily scenes of life cycles and the human condition. This figure appears to be wearing a loincloth and is adorned with a beaded necklace and an elaborate coiffure or headdress. There are holes lining each ear indicating the potential use of ear spools...
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South American Pre-Columbian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Romanesque Antique Carved Stone Head
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Engaging Romanesque Antique Carved Stone Head, intriguing linear incised hair, tightly curled beard and moustache, wide eyes and pronounced e...
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French Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Limestone

Pre-Columbian Ceramic Vessel with Double Ribbon Handle from the Chancay Culture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Circa 800 to 1476 AD. Peru. Gourd shaped Pre-Columbian Vessel from the Chancay Culture with a double looped ribbon handle. Faded brown and black vertical stripe detail featured on ve...
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Peruvian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Genuine Natural Carcharodontosaurus Dinosaur Tooth in Display Box
Located in New York, NY
Carcharodontosaurus (Dinosaur) tooth in a glass display box From Tegana Formation, North Africa. Cretaceous Age 65 million years Carcharodontosaurus is one of the longest and heavi...
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Egyptian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Ancient Sican-Chimu Twin-Spouted Pottery Vessel – Pre-Columbian Artifact
Located in Topanga, CA
This rare Sican-Chimu transitional twin-spouted pottery vessel is a remarkable example of pre-Columbian craftsmanship from the coastal regions of ancient Peru. Featuring a bridge han...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Nayarit Pottery Fertility Female Figure With Child
By Nayarit Culture
Located in Dallas, TX
Nayarit Fertility Female Figure With Child Pre-Columbian, West Mexico, Nayarit, Ca. 300 BCE to 300 CE. A seated terracotta female figure from the shaft tomb tradition, shown cradling an infant over her right shoulder - likely a symbolic representation of fertility, maternity, and the continuity of life. This expressive red-slipped sculpture is boldly modeled with exaggerated limbs and stylized facial features, impressed eyes, a broad nose adorned with a septum piercing, and ear ornaments. Her elaborate coiffure is incised with vertical striations and rises into a high crest, pierced at the top with a vent hole connecting to the hollow interior. Manganese blooms across the surface attest to its long burial. Such figures were ritually interred in shaft tombs to accompany the dead, offering symbolic protection or ensuring rebirth in the afterlife. Dimensions: 4 Inches Wide x 8.4 Inches Height (10.2 cm x 21.1 cm) Condition: Presents beautifully with restorations to the head. Provenance: Collection of Y. Kayvan, Los Angeles, California, USA, acquired from a Los Angeles, California, USA gallery acquisition dates range from the late 1990s to 2005 Legal to acquire under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14. This Nayarit Figure...
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Mexican Pre-Columbian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Yellow Brown limonite formation with white quartz Decorative object
Located in London, GB
Intense yellow - orange limonite formation with inclusions of white quartz. Origin: Benalmadena Trinidad Mine - Malaga - Spain
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Spanish Organic Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal

Chrysocolla After Barite with Malachite Coated with Drusy Quartz
Located in New York, NY
Chrysocolla after Barite with malachite coated with Drusy quartz Lupoto Mine, Dem. Rep. of the Congo This specimen is from a recent discovery. This piece began life as a barite and...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Hindi Sandstone Carving of Nandi / Nandikeshwara, 600-800 Years Old
Located in Kastrup, DK
Hindu sandstone carving depicting Nandi God in human form. 600-800 years old most likely older. An exceptional sculpture carved in sandstone from te...
Category

Burmese Other Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sandstone

Chinese Song Dynasty Buddha Stone Head
Located in Kastrup, DK
Stone Buddha head with beautiful, natural, age-related patina from the Chinese Song Dynasty, The head, measuring 18 x 12 x 12 cm, is mounted on a wooden ...
Category

Chinese Other Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Khmer Carved Sandstone Male Deity, Style of the Baphoun, 11th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A delightful carved sandstone sculpture of an unidentified male deity, Khmer, Angkor Period, style of the Baphuon, 11th century. The smil...
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Cambodian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sandstone

Rhodochrosite Stalactites From Argentina
Located in New York, NY
From Argentina, these rare intertwined rhodochrosite stalactites are a geological marvel. Formed through the slow precipitation of manganese-rich solutions deep within Argentinian silver...
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Argentine Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

17.40 Gram Pretty Bi Color Tourmaline Crystal From Kunar, Afghanistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
17.40 Gram Pretty Bi Color Tourmaline Crystal From Kunar, Afghanistan Weight: 17.40 Gram Dimension: 3.7 x 1.8 x 1.4 Cm Origin: Kunar, Afghanistan Color: Seafoam and Green Tourma...
Category

Afghan Adam Style Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal

Purple Grape agate with calcium carbonate Decorative object Sculpture Table top
Located in London, GB
A stunning grape agate with calcium carbonate arrangement! Origin: Indonesia
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Indonesian Organic Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Rock Crystal

Red Amethystine Black Galaxy Decorative Object Sculpture Crystal Rock
Located in London, GB
An exceptional formation resembling an other-worldly landscape. This spherical geode has been exposed to reveal a gorgeous amethystine quartz interior, the tinted stalactites resem...
Category

Uruguayan Organic Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

Gem grade, Amethyst Geode Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gem grade, Amethyst Geode Sculpture The amethyst geodes from Uruguay are mined from the same rock formation as their relatives just to the north across...
Category

Uruguayan Organic Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Amethyst, Rock Crystal

Small “Dragon Scale” Quartz with Goethite on Matrix
Located in London, GB
The term “Dragon Scale Quartz” refers to a distinctive formation of smoky quartz crystals whose overlapping, double-terminated points resemble the scales of a dragon. This natural sc...
Category

American Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal

Brown Cream Small Orange Quartz Decorative object Sculpture Crystal Rock
Located in London, GB
Several small stalactites adorn this piece, covered in light orange druzy quartz. This piece was legally and ethically sourced directly in the prestigi...
Category

Uruguayan Organic Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

Islamic Kashan 13th Century Turquoise Glazed Pottery Bowl
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Antique Islamic Kashan Persian 13th century turquoise glazed pottery bowl. This bowl with vertical foot has interior paint in brilliant tur...
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Saudi Arabian Kashan Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Cream White Smokey Quartz Rock Crystal Black TourmalineDecorative object Sculptu
Located in London, GB
An impressive, large single crystal point of smoky quartz with pleasing facets. The interior of the quartz crystal is interspersed with gorgeous black tourmaline in a variety of orie...
Category

Brazilian Organic Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Quartz, Tourmaline

Vintage Brown Rock Crystal Quartz Tower / Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Admired since ancient times, brown rock crystal quartz is prized for its extraordinary natural design and beauty. This vintage 1970s tower is polished and presented in a wonderful to...
Category

American Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal

Archaic Bronze Ding Warring States Period
Located in Dallas, TX
Chinese Bronze Archaistic Warring States Period Ding Pot. Circa 500 BCE A beautifully shaped medium size bronze ritual vessel with three elegant feet and a l...
Category

Chinese Archaistic Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Coptic Fabric Remains: Egyptian Cotton Woven Art, 8th-9th Century
Located in Beirut, LB
Set of Coptic fabric remains in Egyptian cotton from the 8th or 9th century A.C. That were found in an excavation work in the 19th century. They are in remarkably good condition. The...
Category

Egyptian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Cotton

Gold Rutile White Quartz Sphere Decorative object Sculpture Table top
Located in London, GB
Explore the extraordinary allure of this mesmerizing quartz sphere, featuring stunning golden rutile inclusions from Brazil. The perfectly polished surface accentuates the intricate ...
Category

Brazilian Organic Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Bronze

Purple Amethyst Crystal Rock Calcite Mineral Art Decorative Object, Sculpture
Located in London, GB
An incredible amethyst formation with central calcite "arch" and calcite spear. Two special calcite formations are shown here; the first is a beautiful arch covered with a blanket...
Category

Uruguayan Organic Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

79.04 Gram Beautiful Bi Color Tourmaline Crystal from Afghanistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
79.04 Gram Beautiful Bi-Color Tourmaline Crystal From Afghanistan WEIGHT: 79.04 grams DIMENSIONS: 6.6 x 2.7 x 2.6 Cm ORIGIN: Afghanistan TREATMENT: None Tourmaline is an extr...
Category

Afghan Adam Style Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal

Two Antique Khmer Pottery Vases or Urns
Located in New York, NY
Two ancient terra cotta pottery vessels, Urns or Vases from the Khmer region of South East Asia. Sober forms that provides a complement to a Mid-Century or modern environment.
Category

Cambodian Tribal Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Tourmaline, Nigeria
Located in New York, NY
Tourmaline, Ofiki, Oyo State, Nigeria 6.3 cm tall x 1.9 cm diameter Ofiki is well known for producing deep colored tourmalines. Most of the tourmalines they find are dull, rounded, ...
Category

Nigerian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Set of 15 Natural Prehistoric Ammonite Fossil Specimens
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A varied collection of fifteen natural, prehistoric ammonite fossil specimens of varying shapes and sizes – ranging from 10.5 cm (4.13 in) wide to 2 cm wide (0.79 in). Ex. private co...
Category

English Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Natural Fiber

Natural Gogotte Specimen Formation
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
A Gogotte Formation Of natural form, dating from the Oligocene period (30 Million years ago). Beguiling natural mineral formation, they are the result of calcium carbonate binding w...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Mounted Banded Fluorite Slab Specimen
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A mounted banded fluorite Slab specimen Polished to one side and mounted on a carved wood base imitating a rock formation. Approx. H 6 1/4 in.(16 cm.) x W 8 in.(20.3 cm.) x ...
Category

American Organic Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Han Dynasty Pottery Horse and Rider
Located in Dallas, TX
Han Dynasty painted pottery horse and rider A Chinese Han Dynasty painted pottery horse & rider. Made from grey pottery and cold-painted in white, red and black pigments. The rider dressed as a warrior and in the pose of holding reins for the horse. Comes with a custom sturdy lucite stand. Measures: Height: 13.5 inches (33cm). Length: 13 inches Depth: 5 inches Han Dynasty (206 BC – AD 220). Condition: Very good with past restoration to legs. The great influence of the horse throughout the history of China can...
Category

Chinese Han Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Fossil Dinosaur Tibia Leg Bone of Spinosaurus
Located in Scorton, GB
A Fossil Spinosaurus Dinosaur Tibia 2.3ft leg section in surmounted bronze AES stand. Unearthed in the continental intercalaire, the Spinosaurus tibia section highlights a nineteen m...
Category

North African Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Brown Cream White Clear Quartz Grey Agate Decorative object Sculpture Crystal
Located in London, GB
Several small stalactites adorn this piece, covered in light orange druzy quartz. This piece was legally and ethically sourced directly in the prestigious mines of Uruguay, South ...
Category

Uruguayan Organic Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

14th Century Sculpture of the Head of an Angel from East of France or Rhineland
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This face with prominent eyes, open mouth and beautiful hairs with symetrical undulations may be the face of the Archangel Gabriel.  
Category

French Gothic Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Large Bactrian Bronze Age Alabaster Chalice
Located in Vosselaar, BE
Bactrian alabaster chalice, circa 3000-2000 BC. It has an elegant tapering formed base with a undeep rimmed cup. The alabaster is strikingly vained. ...
Category

Afghan Archaistic Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Alabaster

Whole Ammonite Fossil, Mineral Specimen, Jurassic Cretaceous Period #E4G
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Madigascar Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old Dimensions: 6.5 x.5.25 × 1.25 in./ 16.5 × 13.5 × 3 cm Weight: 1 lb 9 oz/ 710 gms A richly colored example wit...
Category

Malagasy Other Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Precious Stone

Palaeolagus (Fossilized Rabbit)
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional Palaeolagus specimen from the Brule Formation in South Dakota. This fossil preserves remarkable dental detail, showcasing the upper and lower teeth with impressive cla...
Category

American Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Tang Dynasty Painted Terracotta Sculpture of a Lokapala
By Tang Dynasty
Located in Dallas, TX
Tang Dynasty terracotta Pottery Tomb figure of the Lokapala Warrier Deity. Figure molded wearing heavy armor, standing in a dynamic pose with left arm raised in a threatening gesture...
Category

Chinese Tang Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Collection of Large Abalone Shell Specimens
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A collection of striking large abalone shell specimens from a private collection, each presented on a bespoke painted plaster display plinth. The shell...
Category

New Zealand Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Natural Fiber

9th Century Silver Processional Priest s Hats, Chimu Culture, Peru
Located in Point Richmond, CA
9th century silver processional priest's hats, Chimu culture, Peru. These silver hats were originally covered with fabric, as can be seen in the remaining surface pattern. The hol...
Category

Peruvian Tribal Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Chinese Ming Dynasty Longquan Celadon Peony Deep Dish, 14th-15th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful Chinese celadon glazed deep dish with an impressed peony design to the center, Ming Dynasty, circa 1400, Longquan kilns, China. The lovey dish covered in an attractive ...
Category

Chinese Ming Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Large Fossil Agate Coral with Polished Citrine Crystal Point
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Fossil agate coral with a coordinating polished citrine crystal point. Fossil agate coral is Florida's state stone and is known for its unique formation that can take place over 20 ...
Category

American Prehistoric Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal, Coral

Celtic Granite Carved Bust of a Female Figure
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
CELTIC GRANITE CARVED BUST OF A FEMALE FIGURE ORIGIN: FRANCE PERIOD: CELTE Height: 46 cm Length: 28 cm Depth: 16 cm Made of granite The body shapes of this figure are scarce...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Granite

Nayarit Chinesco-Style Seated Figure
Located in Chicago, IL
This seated ceramic figure is attributed to the ancient Nayarit region of Mexico and was likely used as a ritual or burial offering. The ceramic works of this style, known as Chinesc...
Category

Mexican Pre-Columbian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Amethyst Deep Violet Hesslberg Collection Geode Hollywood Bowl Cathedral Shape
Located in Lomita, CA
An impressive deep purple amethyst geode will lend itself to office or home decor. This is a great ornamental specimen for an office or public space display. It has calcite formation...
Category

Uruguayan Other Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz

Chrysocolla on Quartz, Tentadora Mine, Julcani Dist., Peru
Located in New York, NY
Chrysocolla on Quartz, Tentadora Mine, Julcani Dist., Angaraes Prov., Huancavelica, Peru Richly colored blue and green chrysocolla has coated clear quartz in this unique small dis...
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Peruvian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Ceramic Pre-Columbian Colima Hunchback Figure Vessel
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pre-Columbian figural vessel from West Mexico Colima culture (circa 300BC-400AD). Made of molded clay, the stoneware vessel depicts a seated hunchback...
Category

Mexican Pre-Columbian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Pre-Columbian Pottery Figure of a Woman Giving Birth
Located in Sofia, BG
Pre-Columbian pottery figure of a seated woman giving birth, with her hands behind the back. It was most probably used by a shaman to look for the benevol...
Category

Mexican Pre-Columbian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Gorgeous Highly Polished Rainbow Obsidian Paperweight
Located in San Diego, CA
A gorgeous highly polished rainbow obsidian paperweight, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good condition with wonderful colors and measures 6.25"W 4....
Category

American Mid-Century Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Chinese Yueyao Celadon Glazed Jar Guan , Five Dynasties, 10th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A sublime Chinese Yueyao glazed guan jar with incised decoration and applied handles, five dynasties period (907- 979 AD), China. The vessel of somewhat flattened globular form, w...
Category

Chinese Tang Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Chartreuse Brazilianite Mineral Specimen – Linópolis, Brazil
Located in Edison, NJ
Brazilianite is a phosphate mineral loved for its brilliant color and gemlike crystals. Hues range from light-yellow to electric yellow-green, making it a favorite among specimen col...
Category

Brazilian Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal

Collection of 9 Prehistoric Fossilised Welsh Trilobites
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A fascinating collection of nine natural, prehistoric fossilised Welsh trilobite specimens of varying shapes and sizes – ranging from 12 cm (2.72 in) to 5 cm (1.97 in). Ex. private c...
Category

Welsh Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Deep Purple Amethyst White Calcite Grey Agate Decorative object Sculpture Crysta
Located in London, GB
An interesting and stunning amethyst cluster with a striking mineral and colour mix. In this aesthetic piece the edges have been polished to reveal layers of a vibrant green celadonite, blue-grey agate and white quartz, which frame the intense purple colour of the amethyst. The interior of the mineral sculpture is endowed with a gorgeous very deep purple amethyst...
Category

Uruguayan Organic Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

Megalithic Stone Chicken Statue from Sumba Island, Indonesia, c. 1500
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Sumba Island has maintained a megalithic tradition from the Neolithic times to the present day and is one of the few remaining truly megalithic cultures. Sumba Island Nobility and th...
Category

Indonesian Other Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Elegant Terracotta Standing Court Dignitary, Tang Dynasty, EU Passport
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Elegant Standing Court Dignitary with joined hands in blue robes and a bird headdress. Polychrome Traces. When China was unified again, first briefly ...
Category

Chinese Tang Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Purple Red Ametrine White Calcites Decorative Object Sculpture Crystal Rock
Located in London, GB
A spectacular amethyst cluster with two sets of unusual finger-like calcite crystals on a bed of druzy quartz. The formation is a pleasing dark purple colour with large peaks and i...
Category

Uruguayan Organic Modern Antique 15th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Quartz

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