Safavid Glazed Vase - FJ.0012, Origin: Iran, Circa: 16 th Century AD to 17 th Century AD, Collection: Islamic Art Style: Safavid, Medium: Glazed Terracotta, The origins of  More »

Safavid Glazed Vase - FJ.0012, Origin: Iran, Circa: 16 th Century AD to 17 th Century AD, Collection: Islamic Art Style: Safavid, Medium: Glazed Terracotta, The origins of the Safavid Dynasty can be traced back to the Safaviyeh Sufi order founded in the early 14th century in the city of Ardabil. From this base in northwestern Iran, the Safavids would go on to become the first native Persian dynasty to exert control over all of Iran since the fall of the Sassanids. Much like the ethnically diverse country they would rule, the Safavids were of mixed ancestry, including Kurdish, Greek, Azerbaijani, and Georgian lines. Although their religious roots were aligned with the Sunni Sufi order, by the early days of the 15th century, the Safavids switched sects, establishing the Twelver branch of Shiism as the official religion of the empire. The adoption of the Shia faith would have a profound impact on the future of Iran while bringing them into conflict with their Sunni neighbors, the Ottomans to the west and the Uzbeks to the northeast.   « Less

Here is a stunning and classic FUKAGAWA VASE in the lovely "KAKI" or Persimmon Motif. Soft Imari palette, with fine repousse details. This vase is becoming scarce and  More »

Here is a stunning and classic FUKAGAWA VASE in the lovely "KAKI" or Persimmon Motif. Soft Imari palette, with fine repousse details. This vase is becoming scarce and Fukagawa pieces are reaching extraordinary prices.Signed in classic fukagawa signature. Dimensions: Height: 6 1/4" Width: 5 1/4"br> Condition: Excellent,no chips, frits or any damage   « Less

Kashan 'Black and White' Lustre Vase - AMD.04, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1200 AD to 1300 AD, Dimensions: 10.4" (26.4cm) high x 6.5" (16.5cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art,  More »

Kashan 'Black and White' Lustre Vase - AMD.04, Origin: Central Asia, Circa: 1200 AD to 1300 AD, Dimensions: 10.4" (26.4cm) high x 6.5" (16.5cm) wide, Collection: Islamic Art, Style: Kashan, Medium: Fritware, The year A.D. 622, when the Prophet Muhammad fled from Mecca to Medina marks the beginning of the Muslim era. Initially this religious and political development had a limited impact on the arts. Classical, Byzantine and Sassanian practices continued to flourish. Gradually however, and certainly by the start of the ninth century, a distinctive 'Islamic' style began to emerge. Although there were considerable regional variations across the Empire, certain unifying factors, such as the universal adoption of the Arabic script, lent Islamic art an unusual degree of coherency.   « Less

Elegant and unusual BANKO textured black pottery vase, unusual medallion details, stylish accent. Signed, with impressed mark, dates to turn of the century, Japan. Condition:  More »

Elegant and unusual BANKO textured black pottery vase, unusual medallion details, stylish accent. Signed, with impressed mark, dates to turn of the century, Japan. Condition: excellent, no damage Height 14" Made In Japan   « Less

Qumiper Vase, faience, large and elegant with extraordinarily well executed details and polychrome panels entirely hand painted. A rare and unique collectors piece. Signed  More »

Qumiper Vase, faience, large and elegant with extraordinarily well executed details and polychrome panels entirely hand painted. A rare and unique collectors piece. Signed Henriot Quimper. Dimensions: Height 16 Inches Condition: Excellent   « Less

Italian Barbotine vase with elaborate fruit and leaves.Stunning and imposing large 10" vase with truly beautiful detils. Signed Hand Painted Italy.. Dimensions: Height  More »

Italian Barbotine vase with elaborate fruit and leaves.Stunning and imposing large 10" vase with truly beautiful detils. Signed Hand Painted Italy.. Dimensions: Height 10" Condition: Excellent, possibily a chip to a leaf or two. Very fine for piece of this age.   « Less

Here is a 19th century Japanese cloisonne vase in dark pigeon blood red, with multi color floral blossoms, and color accents on the rim and base. The vase is finely crafted,  More »

Here is a 19th century Japanese cloisonne vase in dark pigeon blood red, with multi color floral blossoms, and color accents on the rim and base. The vase is finely crafted, and the enamel is applied over brass. Dimensions: 7 Condition: Very goood. No losses to enamel, some normal wear for the period.   « Less

FUKAGAWA MT FUJI MARK, one of a kind presentation vase. Subtle background florals of mauve orchids on soft blue ground. Signed, blue Fukagawa mark from 1900-1910. A  More »

FUKAGAWA MT FUJI MARK, one of a kind presentation vase. Subtle background florals of mauve orchids on soft blue ground. Signed, blue Fukagawa mark from 1900-1910. A masterpiece of artistry. Dimensions: 11"(28cm) height 6"(15cm) at mid body 3 1/2"(9cm) at base width Condition: mint, no frits, chips or damage *Please view my Japanese studio pottery and other Arita porcelains   « Less

BARBOTINE accents and fine painted figurals on this extremely rare and exceptional condition 19th century French faience book vase, Confessions by Rosseau. Exceptional  More »

BARBOTINE accents and fine painted figurals on this extremely rare and exceptional condition 19th century French faience book vase, Confessions by Rosseau. Exceptional polychrome painting on this rare "ROUSSEAU BOOK" signed France, Desvres color palette Definitely a first edition! Dimensions: Height 5" Width 4" Vase Opening 2" Condition: Excellent. No chips,frits or hairlines.   « Less

Very unusual Japanese fine and early pottery vase. Massive heavy in the manner of a tree with cherry blossoms. I can not estimate age, but this is probably early 18th  More »

Very unusual Japanese fine and early pottery vase. Massive heavy in the manner of a tree with cherry blossoms. I can not estimate age, but this is probably early 18th century. There is damage to some of the petals as shown, but the quality and workmanship make the damage almost unnoticible. A most unusual and rare vase. About 20" Wanted to get some fast photos, more to follow. Please feel free to comment or ask any questions....   « Less