Wood Carved Rabbit Box
This is a decorative box or jewelry box with a lid that can be used to store small items or jewelry. The upper part of the box can be removed, revealing a hidden storage space. Hand-carved from solid wood, it retains the natural wood grain and copper luster, with a rustic folk art style.
ancient chinese wood carving
This is an ancient Chinese wood carving relief board, usually as a building component or part of furniture decoration, depicting a character story scene. This type of wood carving board is usually used to decorate the doors and windows of traditional Chinese buildings, screens, under the eaves, or inlaid on large furniture (such as sleeping beds and desk tables). The central area of the relief board depicts an interior scene that appears to be a family gathering, a trial, or a theatrical scene. Some sit in high positions, others bow down or stand, and there are other characters around watching. Such carvings are usually based on traditional historical stories and literary classics (such as Romance of the Three Kingdoms and Twenty-four Filial Piety).
wood carving deer
The sculpture is carved from solid wood. It depicts a deer in a jumping or running position with its head held high.
Burial reliefs of Berenger de Cole
It is a plaster reproduction of the "Berenguer de Coll Tomb Relief. The relief depicts eight figures surrounding the body of the deceased (Berenger de Cole). The dead man was dressed in armor, with his hands crossed and a lion at his feet. These figures, including the bishop of Girona, Ramón de Monkada, are watching the dead.
Painted wood bust of St. Gereon
St. Gereon was an officer in the Legion of Thebes who refused to carry out orders to persecute Christians and was said to have been beheaded and martyred in Cologne. This wood bust of the guardian saint of Cologne was probably made by Hermann Kessel around 1683/88 and is now hidden in the Catholic parish church of St. Gillian in Cologne (originally the college church).
Chinese Lingnan Traditional Brick Carving
Brick carving is a kind of decorative art in Chinese traditional architecture. Brick carving is to carve out landscapes, flowers, figures and other patterns on fired green bricks. It is often used as a component or decoration of ancient buildings, such as gatehouses, lintels, walls, etc. There are different schools of brick carving in various parts of China. For example, Lingnan brick carving (taking the Chen Clan Temple in Guangzhou as an example) is famous for its fine and exquisite carving. It often uses a variety of techniques such as high relief and transparent carving, even up to seven or eight layers, creating a far-reaching effect. Brick carving works usually express auspicious meanings or historical stories, reflecting national customs and aesthetic taste.
Polar bears carved from ivory by the Inuit
This is an Inuit work of polar bear carving, which is usually made of ivory, bone, antlers or stone. Ivory and bone are the main materials traditionally used by the Inuit for carving. This style of miniature animal carving is a common art form in the Inuit culture and is found in archaeological sites in the Arctic and Greenland. The polar bear is a very important animal in the Inuit culture, closely related to hunting, spiritual beliefs and myths and legends.
Fortune, Fortune, Longevity, and Three Stars (Yellow Peach Woodcarving)
The Three Stars of Fortune, Fortune, and Longevity originated from people's natural worship of ancient stars. In the beginning of spring, in the south, there are three stars that are closely spaced and connected in a straight line. Chinese people call these three stars "Lu, Fu, and Shou", and regard them as three auspicious stars that respectively govern the blessings, longevity, and other aspects of the world, known as the "Three Stars of Fu, Lu, and Shou". As the saying goes, "Three stars shine high, and the New Year is coming!" When three stars hang high in the southern sky at night, it is the time of Chinese Spring Festival. This is a belief belonging to the Chinese people. They have a great influence in the Han people. The three immortals of happiness, wealth and longevity have become a true portrayal of the Han people's secular life ideal.
Borgese vase
The Borgese vase is a giant bell shaped wine vessel carved from Pantelic marble in Athens in the second half of the first century BC. This ancient Greek artwork is renowned for its intricate carvings and grand scale, featuring scenes of the Dionysus ritual, showcasing the ancient Greeks' worship of Dionysus, the god of wine. The Borgese vase was originally used for outdoor garden decoration and was later collected in the Borgese Museum, becoming one of the museum's iconic collections. It is not only an artwork, but also an important physical material for studying ancient Greek sculptures and religious rituals.
Antique brass vase
Antique brass vases are decorative items with historical value and artistic charm. Brass material, due to its durability and the exquisite craftsmanship of these vases, such as carving, hollowing out, or hammering, demonstrates superb metalworking skills. The design of brass vases may include classical patterns, geometric patterns, or natural elements, reflecting the artistic styles and aesthetic characteristics of different historical periods. The unique luster is highly favored, and over time, the brass surface gradually forms a charming antique bronze color, adding a retro charm.
Nepal's traditional carved bronze bell
A part of Nepal's cultural heritage, this bell is not only used in religious ceremonies, but also often displayed as an artwork. It is usually made of copper and has exquisite patterns and symbols carved on the surface, which are often related to the religious beliefs of Buddhism or Hinduism. The shapes and sizes vary, but most have a top that can be shaken to produce a crisp and pleasant sound. In Nepal, bronze bells are not only used as ritual objects in religious ceremonies, but also an important embodiment of local handicraft skills and cultural traditions. Their existence not only enriches Nepal's cultural heritage, but also contributes to the world's handicraft arts.
Cambay Carved Tombstone British Museum Collection
A relief marble tombstone made in Kambe (found/acquired in Aden, Yemen), Gujarat, India, now at the British Museum, London.
"The inscription includes blessings and Quranic verses in Arabic... the name of the deceased (Abu Hassan Ali ibn Osman) appears on the side of the panel......"
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