Changsha Kiln Lion Candlestick "created by Hu Wuqiang

Changsha Kiln Lion Candlestick "created by Hu Wuqiang

The Tang Dynasty Changsha kiln blue glazed brown green colored lion shaped candle holder has a height of 13.2 centimeters, a diameter of 2.2 centimeters, and a base diameter of 9.8 centimeters. The device is in the shape of a sheep, with vertical ears, closed mouth, rolled tail, and a horizontal view. Carrying a cylindrical candle tube, crouching on the carved throne with bent limbs. Round seat, flat bottom. The front, left, and right sides of the abdomen each have pointed leaf shaped doors, which resemble the shape of a lion. The tire is gray and white in color, with light brown green stripes on the body and a light yellow green glaze on the outer cover. The device has a stable shape, a gentle and cute animal image, and colorful glaze decoration. Early celadon candle holders were mostly shaped like animals. During the Three Kingdoms period, there were also sheep shaped candlesticks.
The porcelain "Double Tube Cast Pottery Pot" collected by Teddy Hahn

The porcelain "Double Tube Cast Pottery Pot" collected by Teddy Hahn

The pouring container is spherical in shape and coated with dark brown, beige, terracotta, and green colors. It contains two stirrup like connecting nozzles and is decorated with two animal shaped figures. The subject displays a personified face, possibly depicting a sun. This ship may have come from Moche, and this porcelain was collected by Teddy Hahn.
Black, orange, yellow vase from the ancient Roman Empire period

Black, orange, yellow vase from the ancient Roman Empire period

Ceramic Tile at the Top of the White Tower at Zhakou during the Song Dynasty

Ceramic Tile at the Top of the White Tower at Zhakou during the Song Dynasty

The Zhakou White Pagoda is entirely carved and built with white stone, and is a carved tower in the style of a wooden tower. At the bottom of the tower is the pedestal, carved with patterns such as mountain peaks and waves, symbolizing the "Nine Mountains and Eight Seas", with a Sumeru pedestal standing on top. The waist of the tower seat is engraved with Buddhist scriptures, and the tower body is decorated with reliefs of Buddha, Bodhisattva, and stories of sutras, with vivid character images. The Zhakou White Pagoda is a typical example of a wooden tower architecture from the late Northern Song Dynasty, and therefore has high research value.
Vase "Vase - Women and Fish" made by Jean Coulon

Vase "Vase - Women and Fish" made by Jean Coulon

Coarse ceramic made by Jean Coulon in 1902. 27 centimeters high; The bouquet vase with a diameter of 15.8 centimeters depicts a naiad holding a fish and opening its mouth in her arms. Yellow, brown, and green spots cover the entire area. This is a strange female figure, twisted, embracing this sea monster with an open mouth. Here, the artist created a statue without hesitation, cleverly utilizing the plasticity of coarse pottery. Collected in the Sant Museum,
The "Monchanen Vase" produced by the S è vres National Manufacturing Plant

The "Monchanen Vase" produced by the S è vres National Manufacturing Plant

The size of this vase is quite slender and simple, with a blue white background and white flowers with blue stems on top. At the base, there is a blue large leaf decoration with fine lines, while the long stem rises towards the neck and blooms with small white flowers. The simplified floral decoration, while appropriately reminiscent of soapberry flowers, emphasizes the slender lines of the vase, with the bouquet blooming on the shoulders. Currently collected at the Saints City Museum.
During the Kaiyuan period of the Tang Dynasty, the ceramic "Tang Dynasty Cobalt Pottery Jar"

During the Kaiyuan period of the Tang Dynasty, the ceramic "Tang Dynasty Cobalt Pottery Jar"

Tang Dynasty cobalt pottery jars are a very rare type of pottery, characterized by the use of cobalt blue glaze. In the Tang Dynasty, cobalt blue glaze was very popular, but due to the high price of high-quality cobalt ore, it was usually only used sparingly. Chinese cobalt ore contains manganese, so its color tends to be darker. The glaze of the jar flows during the firing process, so it stops before the feet, which is a characteristic of Tang Dynasty lead glazed pottery. It is currently housed in the China Ceramic Museum.
Porcelain "Sacrificial Blue Sky Ball Vase" from the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty

Porcelain "Sacrificial Blue Sky Ball Vase" from the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty

This vessel shape appeared during the Ming Xuande period, with a large and upright body, a majestic aura, and a sturdy and antique shape. It is named after its round and bulging belly resembling a spherical shape. The sacrificial blue glaze is often used during sacrificial ceremonies, hence it is called sacrificial blue glaze. It is also known as Jilan or Gemstone Blue.
17th century Polish porcelain "Pear shaped Flower Coffee Pot"

17th century Polish porcelain "Pear shaped Flower Coffee Pot"

This porcelain pot is collected in the Royal Museum of Vail. The handle of the pot is shaped like the letter "J", with volutes on the top and bottom, and raised leaves and palms on the outside. The pot has a dome cap with a collar. The painting style includes randomly arranged flowers and realistic insects, with shadows painted in gray. This type of decoration became popular in the 1730s and was the first typical European porcelain painting style. The designs of flowers, fruits, and insects are taken from plant patterns.
Colorful glazed statue of Wei Tuo painted in the Ming Dynasty

Colorful glazed statue of Wei Tuo painted in the Ming Dynasty

This artifact is a Bodhisattva named "Weituo", a statue from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) in China. This ceramic artifact is currently housed in the National Museum of Scotland. The prototype of Weituotian is Shijiantuotian, the son of Brahmanism's Great Self in Heaven. Shijiantuo has over twenty names. In addition to Shijiantuo, common ones include Kumaraj, Kajiya, Shanfan, Nengzhou, and the Six Faced Child. The common image is a two armed young male war god, and there are also six sided images.
The porcelain "Dionysus Ceramic Double Eared Vase" from the University Town of Paris in the 1922

The porcelain "Dionysus Ceramic Double Eared Vase" from the University Town of Paris in the 1922

Dionysus, also known as the Greek god of wine, is one of the twelve main gods of Olympus in ancient Greek mythology. Dionysus was the god of wine believed in by ancient Greeks and Thracians. Not only did he possess the intoxicating power of wine, but he also became a highly charismatic god at the time for his generosity, joy, and love. He promoted the civilization of ancient society, established laws, and maintained world peace.
Korean Dynasty blue and white porcelain "dragon blue and white porcelain jar"

Korean Dynasty blue and white porcelain "dragon blue and white porcelain jar"

This porcelain is a Korean artifact from the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). Its name is "dragon pattern blue and white porcelain jar". The decoration of this jar is very fine, including the underglaze blue dragon design. This jar was probably used as a vase in an official courtyard ceremony. It has an overall height of 39.5cm and a bottom diameter of 14.7cm. This jar was made in the 1700 s and is now in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
The porcelain of the Joseon Dynasty "Carved Pollen Celadon"

The porcelain of the Joseon Dynasty "Carved Pollen Celadon"

This vase was classified as pink celadon, which flourished during the 1400s-1500s. Pink celadon is pottery decorated with iron-containing clay and white slippery clay. The fish pattern on this vase was made using the technique of engraving and scratching, which was very common in ceramic making during the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). The bottle is now in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Italian modern style black gray ceramic coffee cup

Italian modern style black gray ceramic coffee cup

Vessel in the Form of a Fish from the Middle Nazca Period

Vessel in the Form of a Fish from the Middle Nazca Period

Fish-shaped vessels were made from about 100 BC to 600 AD and are part of the Nazca culture. NASCAR artists are known for their bold, colorful designs. They are keen observers of the world around them and depict many plants and animals in their work, but they seem more concerned with capturing the spirit and vividness of the subject than naturalism. The image of this fish is highly abstract, the scales are suggested by strokes, and the gills are represented by streamlined lines. It is round and fat, proving a rich food supply. Fish is a key component of the Nazca diet and often appears in their art.
Chinese classical style blue and white porcelain double ear vase

Chinese classical style blue and white porcelain double ear vase

Greek Modern Handicraft Traditional Mythology Black Orange Yellow High Foot Plate

Greek Modern Handicraft Traditional Mythology Black Orange Yellow High Foot Plate

Greek Modern Handicraft Traditional Mythology Black Orange Yellow Vase

Greek Modern Handicraft Traditional Mythology Black Orange Yellow Vase

Greek Modern Handicraft Traditional Mythology Black Orange Yellow Wine Glass

Greek Modern Handicraft Traditional Mythology Black Orange Yellow Wine Glass

Greek Modern Handicraft Traditional Mythology Black Orange Yellow Binaural Flower Pot

Greek Modern Handicraft Traditional Mythology Black Orange Yellow Binaural Flower Pot

Greek Modern Crafts Traditional Mythological Pattern Black Orange Yellow Binaural Vase

Greek Modern Crafts Traditional Mythological Pattern Black Orange Yellow Binaural Vase

Greek Modern Handicraft Traditional Mythology Black Orange Yellow High Foot Bowl

Greek Modern Handicraft Traditional Mythology Black Orange Yellow High Foot Bowl

Uzbekistan-style traditional wind blue ceramic teapot

Uzbekistan-style traditional wind blue ceramic teapot

19th Century British Antique Ceramic Vase

19th Century British Antique Ceramic Vase