Cat Brooches
Cat brooches have been popular for centuries. Cats were an important part of Ancient Egyptian culture and the goddess Bastet was often depicted as a cat. During the middle ages…
Rabbit Bowls
Rabbit bowls are delightful and make excellent additions to any "rabbit" collection. Bowls can come in a range of materials such as pottery, metal or wood. The majority of rabbit…
Goose Etchings
Goose Etchings. Geese have often been popular subjects in rural scenes and many people like to collect anything to do with them. Etchings are an excellent way to start a…
Jade Lions
Jade Lions. Lions are often depicted in Chinese art as they symbolize strength, stability and superiority. Jade is a popular material for carving lion figures. Below are some examples and…
Posted inPeriods / Eras
Qianlong
The Qianlong era was officially from 11 October 1735 to 8 February 1796. Seal marks are often written in iron-red or gilt as well as underglaze blue and they can…
Frog Vases
Frog Vases. For frog collectors a vase is probably a very desirable item if it is adorned with frogs. There is something very naturalistic about a vase which is decorated…
Posted inAntiques Home Decor
Incense Burners
Incense burners are vessels made for burning incense or perfume in some solid form. They vary greatly in size, form, and material of construction, and have been in use since…