Copper Antiquities

This is an antique Japanese copper-clad panel, constructed from a wooden core covered with thin sheets of copper, each individually secured with numerous small rivets and nails. Its ...

This is handcrafted Tibetan copper handheld spinning Prayer Wheel. It has detailed handcrafted Tibetan traditional design with decorative beads inlay. Was used in daily pray. Look a...

This Langyao red-glazed vase shows excellent glaze consistency and rich coloration. The deep purplish-red tone from copper reduction firing is evenly developed, with a thick, glossy ...

Among the most evocative instruments of Tibetan Buddhism, the dungchen is renowned for its extraordinary sound and dramatic presence. Traditionally played in pairs during monastic ce...

This object is a Vintage Chinese Cloisonné Ewer / Teapot, crafted using detailed enamel-on-copper work with a signature turquoise-blue background. It features stylized archaic animal...

This extraordinary piece of art from Southeast Asia exudes an ancient charm that transcends time, telling stories of distant traditions and cultures. Dating back to the late 19th century, this work is a testament to the skill and dedication of the artisans of that era, who infused life and soul into every detail. The gong, the undisputed protagonist of this composition, is made of copper and features a dark patina that accentuates its antique and mystical character. This aged surface, which softens its original shine, adds depth and mystery, almost whispering the stories and rituals for which it was used. Supporting the gong is a solid wooden structure, painted in a lacquered red that, despite the marks of time, retains a timeless beauty. The traces of wear reveal layers of underlying color, giving the piece a lived-in and authentic charm, as if it had witnessed countless ceremonies and sacred moments. Alongside the main gong, two small gongs...

This Chinese Cloisonne Master Snuff Bottle was hand crafted with beautiful phoenix motifs on both sides of the snuff bottle. A snuff bottle is a snuff container that can be easily ha...

This 4.0 kg vintage copper cauldron with iron handles has been hand-hammered, hand-cut, and hand-polished in Turkey. Thanks to even heat distribution, copper cauldrons have been us...

A fine set of a lacquer kiseruzutsu (pipe case), tabako-ire (tobacco pouch), and kiseru (pipe), signed on both the Pipe and Pipe Case. Decorated with a sake gourd suspended from a ma...

This is an old Japanese brazier. It is made of zelkova wood and is thought to date back to the Meiji period. It features the strong grain of zelkova...

An exceptional and truly singular Japanese hibachi of the finest quality — a piece that transcends its function as a wooden brazier to stand as a remarkable work of decorative art, d...

Asian Art - Antique Decoration Cloisonné Cup With Dragons, Sig. Zhengde, China, 1920s/30s. Measures : Ø30cm H: 8,5cm Materials : copper - enamel Bowl made using the cloisonné or cel...

The large-scale copper charger plate with silver inlay is a truly awe-inspiring work of art. Its grand size and intricate design make it a captivating piece that commands attention a...

Stunning in presentation, these cloisonne figures depict finely robed men bearing bowl-like vessels overhead. Beautifully enameled in white, black, blue, red,...

This 1.7 kg vintage copper water jug has been hand-hammered, hand-cut, and hand-polished in Turkey. The traditional Turkish handicraft of copper-smithing, dating back 9000 years, d...

This is Chinese Calligraphy Brush, specifically featuring a cloisonné handle. The handle is crafted with cloisonné enamel, a decorative technique involving the fusion of colored glass pastes into compartments (cloisons) formed by wires on a metal base, resulting in intricate floral patterns as seen in the image. Used for traditional Chinese calligraphy and Sumi-e painting...

Authentic early 1900’s Chinese water jar crafted from solid copper, traditionally used for the transport and storage of water. The vessel features a classic rounded body with a gentl...

This is a high-quality 18th-century Tibetan roundel or reliquary from an old Northwest estate. It looks to be constructed of gilded copper. It is quite large at almost 13 inches acro...

This 1.7 kg vintage copper water boiler has been hand-hammered, hand-cut, and hand-polished in Turkey. Thanks to even heat distribution, copper water boilers are efficient tools in...

An exceptional and rare example of an early Japanese hibachi (charcoal brazier), this elegant piece is crafted from kiri wood (paulownia) and fitted with a beautifully aged copper in...

This lacquered box is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used to store tobacco and smoking accessories. Believed to have evolved from the tradition...

This piece is a small ceramic vessel with a distinctive silhouette modeled after a pomegranate, notable for its full, well-balanced curves. The mouth, reminiscent of the fruit’s caly...

Very antique and rare almoner trays from Samarkanda or Bokara - Ghaznevide Dinasty from 11th-12th century A.D. Interesting for Your desk! From private collection - O/1655.

An exceptionally dramatic Himalayan ritual mask, hand-crafted from repoussé gilt copper and lavishly adorned with hundreds of individually applied cabochon inlays in vibrant coral re...

H 68.5 x 14.5 x 13.5 cm (26.96 x 5.70 x 5.31in). Showa period (1975). A type of traditional Japanese ikebana flower arrangement vase. Inside copper-plated. Aged deterioration as is.

Among the most distinctive decorative arts of late Ottoman Syria is the vibrant enamelled metalwork produced in Damascus. Often referred to as Heena work, these objects combined skil...

This stunning work of Japanese metal work is brilliant in detail and craftsmanship. Made of copper, bronze and perhaps other metals, the imagery cr...

Complete Antique Chinese Water Pipe in Paktong (=an Alloy of Zinc, Copper and Nickel). The Base is decorated with fine plates in Bamboo and Red Copper. It is also provided with Ideog...

A large antique Tibetan Buddha shrine or prayer box (also known as Gau) which encases a painted terracotta Buddha figure, all wrapped in a hand embroidered quilted silk brocade. This was used as traveling shrine and carried on one's person when away from home. Beginning with the “om” written on the left hand side of this traveling shrine, an itinerant Tibetan monk once traced his fingers clockwise over the embossed characters. As he did this, he recited "om ma ni padh mey hum," the universal Tibetan Buddhist prayer for the well-being of all sentient beings. Known as a Gau, this portable shrine...

An European Chinese export "Canton enamel" oval box, 18th century Qianlong, (1736-1795) An enamel box with floral decor made for the export for Euro...

Antique 19th century Indian copper and mixed metal perfume / rose water bottle with original stopper. Copper base and central medallions are finely e...

Tibetan Traveling Prayer Shrine Gau. A large antique Tibetan Buddha shrine or prayer box (also known as Gau) which would encases a Buddha figure...

This wooden vessel is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used in tandem with a smoking pipe. Believed to have evolved from the traditional accessor...

This 2.500 kg vintage copper planter has been hand-hammered, hand-cut, and hand-polished in Turkey. The traditional Turkish handicraft of copper-smithing, dating back 9000 years, d...

Nineteenth century Chinese water pipe in Paktong (= an Alloy of Zinc, Copper and Nickel). The Base - elaborated in Enamel Cloisonné - is decorated with a Phoenix on an Ultramarine Bl...

This 1.2 kg vintage copper water jug has been hand-hammered, hand-cut, and hand-polished in Turkey. The traditional Turkish handicraft of copper-smithing, dating back 9000 years, d...

16th Century Nepalese Copper Yantra with Solid-Cast Turtle Feet. A rare and visually powerful ritual object, beautifully crafted in copper with solid-cast turtle feet—two of which ar...

This 2.8 kg vintage copper water boiler has been hand-hammered, hand-cut, and hand-polished in Turkey. Thanks to even heat distribution, copper water boilers are efficient tools in...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite Meiji Dynasty Copper pot with Silver dragons and Cabochons to the top A very good...

Unique design Japanese hand-hammered copper vase by Kyuhodou Dimensions: 20 cm , ( 7.8 inch) H.27 cm (10.6 inch), Weight : 1.2kg (2.6 lb) with original wooden box 1.9kg ( 4.2lb ) Lacquer display stand...

Origin: Portugal, mid-to-late 18th century Materials: Solid walnut, gilt and chiseled bronze Dimensions: Height 94 cm (37 in); Width 130 cm (51.2 in); Depth 70 cm (27.6 in) Descript...