For thousands of years, the horse has been a symbol of nobility and rank. In many ancient cultures, the ability to own and outfit a horse in time of war was a mark of  More »

For thousands of years, the horse has been a symbol of nobility and rank. In many ancient cultures, the ability to own and outfit a horse in time of war was a mark of aristocracy. This tradition carried through to the knights of the Middle Ages. To the early peoples of the Near East, the horse represented grace, power, speed, virility. This charming amulet represents a bridled horse's head. Perhaps it was meant to bless the wearer with the animal's virtues, or suggest social standing, or gain the protection of some horse-loving god. Though its past remains a mystery, its beauty and spirit are obvious. - (PF.1935)Mesopotamian Stone Horse Head Amulet - PF.1935 Origin: Northern Syria Circa: 3 rd Century AD to 2 nd Century ADDimensions: .675" (1.7cm) high x 1.125" (2.9cm) wide Collection: Near Eastern Style: Mesopotamian Medium: Stone   « Less

Glass Vessel - AMD.108, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1000 AD to 1100 AD, Dimensions: 3.7" (9.4cm) high, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Mold Blown/Tooled, Medium: Glass.

Glass Vessel - AMD.108, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1000 AD to 1100 AD, Dimensions: 3.7" (9.4cm) high, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Mold Blown/Tooled, Medium: Glass.   « Less

Early Islamic Glass Vase - AMD.109, Origin: Syria, Circa: 600 AD to 800 AD, Dimensions: 3.1" (7.9cm) high, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Blown/Applied Decoration, Medium:  More »

Early Islamic Glass Vase - AMD.109, Origin: Syria, Circa: 600 AD to 800 AD, Dimensions: 3.1" (7.9cm) high, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Blown/Applied Decoration, Medium: Glass. This magnificent globular vase has a short flaring neck and a fairly regular spherical body. The applied decoration is distinctive for its main decorative motif, an irregular circle with small 'tear-drop' like projections. This is relatively rare amongst vessels of this type, the production of which was concentrated in the Syrian region during the early Islamic period. A wide thread has been applied around the upper part of the body and pincered to create a riblike effect in relief. Although the exact purpose of this vessel is unknown it was most likely used to store precious liquids such as perfume. Over the centuries it has acquired an opaque pearly-white patina which adds to its charm.   « Less

For thousands of years, the horse has been a symbol of nobility and rank. In many ancient cultures, the ability to own and outfit a horse in time of war was a mark of  More »

For thousands of years, the horse has been a symbol of nobility and rank. In many ancient cultures, the ability to own and outfit a horse in time of war was a mark of aristocracy. This tradition carried through to the knights of the Middle Ages. To the early peoples of the Near East, the horse represented grace, power, speed, virility. This charming amulet represents a bridled horse's head. Perhaps it was meant to bless the wearer with the animal's virtues, or suggest social standing, or gain the protection of some horse-loving god. Though its past remains a mystery, its beauty and spirit are obvious. - (PF.1936) Mesopotamian Stone Amulet of a Horse Head - PF.1936 Origin: Northern Syria Circa: 3000 BC to 2000 BCDimensions: 1" (2.5cm) high x 1.25" (3.2cm) wide Collection:Near Eastern Style: Mesopotamian Medium: Stone   « Less

Islamic Glass Pitcher - AMD.110, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 900 AD to 1100 AD, Dimensions: 6.5" (16.5cm) high x , 4.5" (11.4cm) wide, Collection: Near Eastern, Medium:  More »

Islamic Glass Pitcher - AMD.110, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 900 AD to 1100 AD, Dimensions: 6.5" (16.5cm) high x , 4.5" (11.4cm) wide, Collection: Near Eastern, Medium: Glass.   « Less

Islamic Green Glass Vessel - AMD.111, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 700 AD to 900 AD, Dimensions: 3.3" (8.4cm) , high x 2.6" (6.6cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Medium:  More »

Islamic Green Glass Vessel - AMD.111, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 700 AD to 900 AD, Dimensions: 3.3" (8.4cm) , high x 2.6" (6.6cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Medium: Glass.   « Less

Glass Vessel with Molded Decoration - AMD.112, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 700 AD to 900 AD, Dimensions: 2.5" , (6.4cm) high x 3.1" (7.9cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art,  More »

Glass Vessel with Molded Decoration - AMD.112, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 700 AD to 900 AD, Dimensions: 2.5" , (6.4cm) high x 3.1" (7.9cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Mould Blown/Applied, Medium: Glass.   « Less

For thousands of years, since before recorded history, man has worn amulets and talismans for luck and protection. The stones, feathers, teeth and claws that adorned early  More »

For thousands of years, since before recorded history, man has worn amulets and talismans for luck and protection. The stones, feathers, teeth and claws that adorned early cultures eventually gave way to an array of amulets whose powers where as varied as their forms. This splendid little token represents the head of a bull, a creature symbolic of strength, power, and virility, the favorite animal of many male gods. The reddish hue of the stone suggests it may have supplied its wearer with courage and protection in battle. Carved with abstract simplicity, it makes a timeless appeal to the senses. - (PF.1937)Mesopotamian Stone Amulet of a Bull's Head - PF.1937Origin: Northern Syria Circa:3000BCto2000BCDimensions:0.5" (1.3cm) high x 0.625" (1.6cm) wide x 0.75" (1.9cm) depth Collection: Near Eastern Style: Mesopotamian Medium: Stone   « Less

Islamic Glass Jug - AMD.113, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 700 AD to 1000 AD, Dimensions: 4.9" (12.4cm) high x , 3.5" (8.9cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Mould  More »

Islamic Glass Jug - AMD.113, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 700 AD to 1000 AD, Dimensions: 4.9" (12.4cm) high x , 3.5" (8.9cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Mould Blown, Medium: Glass, Condition: Fine.   « Less

Islamic Glass Pitcher - AMD.115, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 900 AD to 1000 AD, Dimensions: 4.5" (11.4cm) high x 3.3" (8.4cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style:  More »

Islamic Glass Pitcher - AMD.115, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 900 AD to 1000 AD, Dimensions: 4.5" (11.4cm) high x 3.3" (8.4cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Blown/Applied/Tooled, Medium: Glass, This nearly cylindrical, slightly flared pitcher has a sunken base and a slightly flared neck. A handle of the same colour was applied at the rim and at the shoulder. A thumb rest was created by folding the handle and pinching it into a small circle at the top. The surface is partly weathered, resulting in a greyish patina and iridescence.   « Less