Islamic Furniture

A mid-20th century Persian Kurd rug depicting a Colonel Mohammad Taqi-Khan Pessian (1892-3 October 1921), also spelled as Pesyan and Pesseyan, who was an Iranian gendarme and pilot w...

Discover the allure of a hand-knotted, oversized wool antique Khorasan rug, showcasing a stunning all-over design. Its elegant combination of beige, green, and rust accents beautiful...

77026, vintage Turkish silk Hereke prayer rug with Tree of Life design. Give the look of woven wonders and warmth with this stunning silk Hereke rug....

An antique low Ottoman Empire cast metal (copper, tin and bronze) circular tray-table, 19th Century or earlier; base late 19th Century or later. The circular piece can also be used ...

Antique Hand-Painted and Handcrafted Moroccan Ceramic Bowl or Wall Art Decorative Plate, Large Moroccan ceramic bowl handcrafted in Fez by artisans. Hand painted Moorish ceramic plat...

A single two-sided Qur'an manuscript leaf with beautiful hand inked calligraphy with gilt borders and a gilt cartouche with calligraphic decoration. No...

Antique 19th century oversized round shape Moroccan polished metal brass tray platter. Polished decorative metal round brass tray with very fine intricate geometric Moorish Islamic ...

Middle Eastern traditional Arabian brass Dallah coffee pot. Coffee pot hand-hammered and chased brass with riveted brass finish and a very large spout. ...

Large vintage Moroccan round brass tray, wall hanging decorative platter. Circa 1950s. Engraved and embossed large 38 inches round midcentury...

Designs found in contemporary rugs from Isfahan in central Iran are based on those seen during the Safavid period (1501 - 1736 AD). The most popular pattern has a central circular m...

Vintage Turkish Polychrome Hand Painted Ceramic Kutahya Platter Circa 1950's. Hand painted and handcrafted Turkish Kutahya ceramic wall decorative plate with polychrome Ottoman geome...

Early 1900s handknotted Persian Tabriz rug in soft walnut, sand, faded terracotta, and slate blue. Features dense floral and geometric motifs with ornate borders. Graceful patina and...

21677 Vintage Persian Silk Qum Rug, 01'11 x 02'06. Emanating timeless style with incredible detail and texture, this vintage Persian silk Qum rug is a captivating vision of woven bea...

Large fine antique Islamic 19th century Indo Persian Mughal hand-etched and inlaid tined copper brass bowl. Large Mamluk copper basin finely etched and i...

This exquisite room-sized rug presents a contemporary interpretation of the traditional Serapi style, meticulously crafted from high-quality wool. Its sophisticated rust-red backgrou...

French silver-plated Karawan teapot in a camel form design: A Marvel by Mariage Frères, Paris.(French, founded 1854).it emerges from the storied ateliers of Mariage Frères, a renowned luxury Parisian tea company. Behd a captivating creation, a French silver plated teapot by Mariage Frères, hailing from 20th-century Paris.Fashioned from silver-plated metal, it assumes the form of a seated camel accompanied by an Arabian Prince.This luxury teapot...

Middle Eastern large red copper repoussé bowl, finely hand-etched, engraved, hammered and chased with elaborate Moorish geometric designs. Handcrafted copper metal vase with handles,...

A round pished Egyptian tray in this style serves both as a functional item for serving drinks with grace and style, and as an exquisite decorative piece to adorn homes, showcasing the artistry and ctural heritage of Egypt and its surrounding regions. It is a testimony to the enduring beauty and craftsmanship that has been cherished for centuries, a legacy that continues to inspire and captivate admirers around the world. A pished North African Egyptian pished brass tray is a stunning piece of traditional craftsmanship that showcases the rich artistic heritage of the country. It is meticously handcrafted by skilled artisans who specialize in metalwork and imbue each tray with intricate designs and meticous attention to detail, inlaid with copper and silver metal with some Arabic writing. The tray typically features a circar or rectangar shape, with a slightly raised rim to prevent items from sliding off. The brass material is carefly worked to achieve a smooth and shiny surface, which is then pished to a lustrous finish, enhancing the natural beauty of the metal. One of the distinguishing features of a pished Middle Eastern Egyptian brass tray is its exquisite engraving and inlay work. The artisans skillfly carve intricate patterns, geometric motifs, or elaborate floral designs onto the surface of the tray. These designs are often inspired by traditional Egyptian architecture, Islamic art, or nature, and reflect the ctural and artistic influences of the region. A round pished Islamic metalwork, is a breathtaking example of the exquisite craftsmanship and artistic heritage of the region. Handcrafted with skillf precision, this tray showcases a harmonious blend of ctural influences, resting in a piece that is both visually captivating and historically significant.About Islamic Metalwork. Arabesques, a hallmark of Islamic art, are gracefly interwoven patterns that symbize the infinite and the interconnectedness of all creation. Calligraphy, featuring verses from the Quran or other religious or poetic texts, adds an element of spirituality and ctural significance to the design. Islamic brass metalwork, including brass trays, is an intricate and beautif form of art that originated in the Islamic world. It encompasses a wide range of decorative objects made from brass or other metals such as copper, bronze, and silver. Brass trays, in particar, are highly regarded for their craftsmanship and intricate designs. Islamic brass metalwork has a rich history that dates back to the early Islamic period, with its roots in the metalworking traditions of ancient civilizations such as the Persians, Greeks, and Romans. However, Islamic artisans developed their own unique styles and techniques, blending elements from various ctures and creating distinctive motifs that reflected Islamic aesthetics and religious beliefs. The process of creating brass trays invves several steps, each requiring specialized skills. Here is a general overview of the traditional techniques invved: 1) Design: A skilled artist or calligrapher creates the design for the brass tray. Islamic brass metalwork often incorporates intricate geometric patterns, arabesques, floral motifs, and calligraphy inspired by Quranic verses or poetry. 2) Metalworking: The tray is typically made from a sheet of brass or another metal. The metal is cut into the desired shape and then hammered or pressed to create the shallow depression of the tray. Traditional techniques such as repoussé (hammering from the reverse side) or chasing (hammering on the front side) may be employed to shape the metal. 3) Engraving: The surface of the tray is often decorated with intricate engravings or etchings. Skilled artisans use chisels, gravers, or other specialized tos to create fine details and elaborate patterns. 4) Filigree and Inlay: Some brass trays feature additional decorative elements such as filigree or inlay work. Filigree invves shaping thin wires of brass into delicate patterns and sdering them onto the tray's surface. Inlay work, on the other hand, invves embedding contrasting materials such as silver or copper into the brass, creating intricate designs. 5) Surface Treatment: After the main decorative work is complete, the tray may undergo surface treatments to enhance its appearance. This can include processes like pishing, buffing, or applying various chemical patinas to create an aged or oxidized effect. Throughout history, Islamic brass trays...

This beautiful vintage Persian rug features a hand-knotted wool design with a vibrant multicolor field. Adorned with a striking frame in red and beige, it showcases a stunning all-ov...

A large and impressive Theodore Deck Earthenware bottle form vase in the Islamic/Iznik Taste, Impressed "TD" 1870 on the bottom. The narrow circular neck is decorated with dark blue,...

19th century Middle Eastern Arabian tinned copper Dallah coffee pot. Antique decorative Arabic coffee pot hand-hammered and chased copper with riveted b...

79325 Late 19th Century Antique Caucasian Shirvan Prayer Rug, 02'10 x 04'09. This exquisite hand-knotted wool antique Caucasian Shirvan prayer rug, woven in the late 19th century, of...

This is a large squared shaped Persian enameled painting silver box. It depicts a scene of a Persian family with the parent seated and their three child...

This Serapi-style hand-knotted wool rug features a navy blue color field. The piece showcases a red-designed frame and a breathtaking all-over floral pattern with exquisite multicolo...

This antique Karabaugh handmade wool rug. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisite piece features an all-over design that beautifully blends shades of blue, tan-be...

A unique antique Moroccan Islamic style octagonal form reticulated brass and green gilt decorated glass multi light lantern chandelier of fine detailed embellished with Islamic writing and gilt decorated blown green glass shades...

Moroccan Jewish Judaica brass khamsa. (Hand of Fatima) This beautiful piece of folk brass art originates from Morocco, North Africa. The Judaica khamsa...

Middle Eastern style gilt and red velvet framed print of Middle Eastern or North African horsemen bearing rifles.(as is) Condition: (Previously punctured, repair slighly visable)

This exquisite antique Persian Larestan rug, hand-knotted from high-quality wool, exemplifies timeless craftsmanship. Its striking blue field is beautifully complemented by vibrant g...

An early 20th century wool Turkish Sivas mat square size rug with a double scroll column prayer motif on a brick color field, circa 1900. Measures: 2'2" x 2'8".

A beautiful pair of French Porcelain Moon flask vases, made for the Islamic/Moorish Market. Each vase has a moon flask form with a gorgeous turquoise ground. The hand-painted enamels...

Discover the timeless elegance of this large, handcrafted Middle Eastern Lebanese jewelry box, a stunning testament to traditional artistry. Meticul...

Oriental Vintage Mid-Century Modern walnut spider leg round coffee table with a Moroccan bronze scalloped design tray. The base folds up for easy stor...

A fine antique 19th century Mughal Nargile or hookah pipe base made of brass or bronze, the base with engraving and etching decorations. Mameluke revival brass hookah base, elaborately and elegantly hand decorated, engraved with with a recessed repeated floral motif, leaf, foliage and arabesques. Collectible Antique Indian Islamic Mughal engraved brass hookah base, bottle. This fascinating Indo-Persian Brass Engraved Vessel Hookah Base dates from the 19th century, where it was used as a water base for a hookah, or shisha pipe. In traditional hookah smoking, the base of the pipe is normally the most decorative element of the piece. This vase has a beautiful shape and feel. It is intricately engraved with a arabesque foliage designs Mughal Northern India - 19th century. A nargile or hookah pipe's history dates back as far back as the 16th century, This charming piece has an elegant profile, will make a stunning vase, candle holder or shelf or mantel decoration...

Beautiful antique Tabriz hand-knotted wool rug with a red field. This piece features a designed frame with beige and blue accent colors, set against a gorgeous all-over classic flora...

Vintage Middle Eastern Islamic Moorish Roll Top Gold-Toned Caviar Footed Dish Server. Exquisite footed brass Persian Moorish caviar serving bowl with intricate decoration. Elegant vi...

This beautiful antique Bakhtiari hand-knotted wool rug features a field of red-rust color. It showcases a classic Persian design with blue, beige, and orange floral colors. This rug...

Experience the stunning beauty of this antique Mahal hand-knotted wool rug. Its captivating red field boasts an intricate all-over pattern, beautifully complemented by vibrant blue, ...

Antique 19th century Middle Eastern Persian Qajar Dynasty ( 1785-1924) tinned copper pitcher. The teardrop form ruffled mouth with a flat hand wrought handle, over a neck decorated with hand chased human figures, floral, and geometric designs. Nice decorative old rustic hand-hammered ewer pitcher in the Mameluke Qajar style. Large copper pitcher entirely engraved and plated with silver, tinned with incised scene of a figure seated. Persian Moorish Middle Eastern tinned copper water jug ewer. Middle Eastern Arabic...

Persian Qajar Dynasty Glazed Pottery Vase. Antique Middle Eastern Persian Qajar Dynasty hexagonal, polychrome glazed pottery vase, circa early 1900's or before. The hand painting dep...

Beautiful modern Mahal hand-knotted wool runner with a light blue field. This Piece has multicolor accents in a gorgeous all-over Classic floral design. This rug measures: 6' x 19...

Exceptional Turkish etched brass Qalamdan, a traveling scribe's inkwell and pen case. The beautiful dome topped inkwell is rare, it is attached by chain to th...

The city of Isfahan was the capital of Persia during the Safavid period in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. It is the source of many of the magnificent court carpets of that ...

Presenting a stunning 19C Middle Eastern Damascene charger of large proportions. In beautiful original condition made of brass and inlaid with silver and copper in Islamic themes wi...

PRESENTING A LOVELY Hand-painted Persian Desk Set with Khatam Mosaic. Pair of items in the Set: (1) Hand-painted Bone Plaque in Khatam Mosaic Frame, and...

Circular brass coffee tray with a broad and flat rolled edge rim surrounding a suppressed flat center. The surface is engraved with traditional interlocking geometric designs centeri...

This Persian Shiraz wool rug displays a tribal design featuring stunning brown and beige accents on a rust background. This rug measures 4'5" X 7'. Our Rugs are professionally clea...

Engraved brass tray table with hand tooled brass tray top in an intricate geometric pattern. The ebony base is accented with gold. and folding teak...

A beautiful pair of French gilt bronze mounted black amethyst crystal lamps. Each is beautifully hand blown out of black amethyst crystal and further adorned with 24-karat gilt decor...

Large French patinated bronze Alhambra Islamic vase made for the Islamic market, beautifully hand chiselled and detailed with openwork Bronze handles, the central medallion with Isla...

This Antique Sultan's Head Silk Meditation Rug: Garden of Paradise – 3'4" x 5'6" is a breathtaking work of art, blending exquisite craftsmanship with symbolic meaning. The Garden of ...

A fine set of antique stamped or carved leather inlay medallions likely produced manuscript cover inlays. Most with old Sotheby's Auction stickers to the reverse. Comprising 6 meda...

This elegant wool rug features a stunning medallion floral design with a beige and rust color field. Its antique Serapi-style is complemented by a rusted-designed frame and subtle mu...

This room-size antique Hamadan hand-knotted wool rug features a dark blue field. It showcases a stunning allover floral pattern in the Persian style with blue and orange rust accents...

Antique 19th century Qajar blue tile with Islamic calligraphy writing. Antique 19th century Islamic Koranic calligraphy with Koranic script. Qajar dynasty, a blue and white Islamic ...

Antique 19th century Persian Qajar blue tile with Islamic calligraphy writing. Antique 19th century Islamic Art with Koranic calligraphy Arabic script. Qajar dynasty, a blue and white Islamic pottery square tile. Rectangular form in cobalt blue Thuluth inscription in relief on a luster ground, 19th century Koran verses: Top line - "In the name of Allah beneficent and merciful" " Bottom line - "We granted you a great victory." Cobalt blue Thuluth inscription in relief on a luster ground with foliate scrolls and green details. Great decorative antique Persian Ottoman Turkish handcrafted decorative crackle glazed ceramic Islamic artwork tile. Pottery ceramic antique Islamic Asian earthenware tile molded...

Beautiful Vintage Mahal hand-knotted wool rug with a beige color field. This Persian rug has green and brown hues throughout the floral motif. This rug measures 9'7" x 12'10".      

Late 18th century ottoman era prayer rug in gold and metal. Rug/C-0401. This amazing late 18th-early 19 century rug was made during the Ottoman Empire. Thi...

A French Silvered bronze Islamic Zodiac Flower Vase, circa 1880 Of oval form, with two handles, the lower part of the body applied with a frieze of laurel leaves, engraved with a ...

Beautiful antique Kerman hand-knotted rug with a goldenrod field. This Persian rug has blue accents all over the gorgeous Botanical Floral design. This rug measures 12'2" x 14'.