- A LOT OF FOUR MEDALS GVI Indian Army
A LOT OF FOUR MEDALS GVI Indian Army LSGC impressed to 8045 l-NK Sher Zaman 1-6 Rajput Rif, condition VF (claw repined); GVI Police LSGC to Const Frank Eaves, condition VF ( edge bruise below naming); GV Special Constabulary Medal to Raymond Thompson, condition GVF; GVI 1937 Coronation Medal, condition GVF
- THREE CAMPAIGN MEDALS GV GSM Iraq Medal
THREE CAMPAIGN MEDALS GV GSM Iraq Medal 2855 Duffadar Sgt Jacat Singh 10th Lancers; IGS Malabar 1921-22 to FRSTR V Koru; IGS Mohmand 1933 to 9504 Sep Nasir 4-7 Rajput R
- A Pair of Rajput-Style Painted Doors,
A Pair of Rajput-Style Painted Doors, India, Late 19th/Early 20th Century Coloured pigments on black lacquered wood with iron fittings together 54 x 25.7 in — 137.2 x 65.4 cm
- INDO PERSIAN 18TH C. ILLUMINATED PAGE
INDO PERSIAN 18TH C. ILLUMINATED PAGE BUNDI SCHOOL RAJP...18th century Indo-Persian illuminated page depicting a seated man with sword and another figure to his left. Bundi School Rajput probably Mehra. The painting is mounted to a board with a silk mat.
Sight; height: 10 3/4 in x width: 7 1/2 in. Mat; height: 16 in x width: 12 3/4 in.
Condition:
Good condition some minor areas of paint loss age toning and some staining to the mat.
- NORTH INDIAN PABUJI KI PHAD PAINTINGearly/mid
NORTH INDIAN PABUJI KI PHAD PAINTINGearly/mid 20th century, narrative painting depicting the folk-deity Pabuji, water based pigment on canvas, 120-1/2 x 31-1/2 in.
Note: This painting depicts Pabuji, a legendary 14th century Rathore Rajput chief of Rajasthan who is worshiped in Northern India as a folk-deity and incarnation of Laksmana. The epic of Pabuji is one among several stories of folk-deities often depicted in the form of phad paintings, which are long canvas paintings used in the performances of the Bhopas - traveling bard priests who narrate and perform episodes from the various stories.
Provenance: Private Collection
Condition:
some handling creases and cracks to paint throughout, minor fraying at edges
- 19TH C. MUGHAL GOLD PENDANT- WHITE TOPAZ,
19TH C. MUGHAL GOLD PENDANT- WHITE TOPAZ, GLASS, RUBIES...South Asia, Northwestern India, Mughal Empire, ca. 19th century CE. This is a stunning Mughal pendant made of high-quality gold inlaid with green glass and Kundan stones of white topaz and rubies! The piece is cast into a semicircular shape, the flat panel verso containing 3 band loops and a pendant bail for suspension as a belt or turban piece. The front is then decorated with 40 white topaz cut and faceted into diamond shapes, 8 petite rubies along the lower edge, and 14 pieces of green glass - all in the Kundan type of setting. The stones are arranged with a crescent at the center, flanked by two birds. The amazing craftmanship of this piece is a combination of Iranian Islamic and Indian Hindu artistic practices that came together under the Mughal empire. Mughal elites adored precious stones, not just for their beauty, but also for protective and magical properties that they believed each stone possessed. Size: 3.24" L x 0.15" W x 1.5" H (8.2 cm x 0.4 cm x 3.8 cm); gold quality: 91.31% to 91.82% (equivalent to 21K+ to 22K+); total weight: 63.6 grams
When the Mughals conquered India from Central Asia, they brought the technical skills of setting gems and incorporated the traditional Indian styles of goldwork - including Kundan - into their jewelry that contained Middle Eastern elements - such as intricate floral patterns and heavy stonework, as seen here. Kundan stones (Kundan meaning "highly refined gold") is the traditional North Indian Rajasthan way of setting gemstones in a gold foil between the other stones, and the pure molten gold helped achieve the tight setting. Jewelry was a crucial part of visual authority for Mughal rulers, and strategic marriages between Mughal royalty and members of Rajput aristocracy were often arranged - for both political reasons and Rajasthan's renowned jewelry production. In order to enforce their high social status, the Mughals passed Sumptuary Laws that decreed only members of the upper class could wear opulent jewelry.
Provenance: private San Francisco, California, USA collection
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#168393
Condition:
Intact and choice. Light patina within recessed areas between Kundan stones. Minor surface nicks to some topaz stones, but all are secure and intact. Some minor chips to gold foil setting around the stones. The pendant bail and bands on verso are intact and this piece could be strung and worn.
- 19TH C. INDIAN MUGHAL GOLD PENDANT -
19TH C. INDIAN MUGHAL GOLD PENDANT - TOPAZ, RUBIESSouth Asia, Northwestern India, Mughal Empire, ca. 19th century CE. This is a stunning Mughal pendant made of high-quality gold inlaid with green glass and Kundan stones of white topaz and rubies! The piece is cast into a semicircular shape, the flat panel verso containing 3 band loops and a pendant bail for suspension as a belt or turban piece. The front is then decorated with 40 white topaz cut and faceted into diamond shapes, 8 petite rubies along the lower edge, and 14 pieces of green glass - all in the Kundan type of setting. The stones are arranged with a crescent at the center, flanked by two birds. The amazing craftmanship of this piece is a combination of Iranian Islamic and Indian Hindu artistic practices that came together under the Mughal empire. Mughal elites adored precious stones, not just for their beauty, but also for protective and magical properties that they believed each stone possessed. Size: 3.24" L x 0.15" W x 1.5" H (8.2 cm x 0.4 cm x 3.8 cm); gold quality: 91.31% to 91.82% (equivalent to 21K+ to 22K+); total weight: 63.6 grams
When the Mughals conquered India from Central Asia, they brought the technical skills of setting gems and incorporated the traditional Indian styles of goldwork - including Kundan - into their jewelry that contained Middle Eastern elements - such as intricate floral patterns and heavy stonework, as seen here. Kundan stones (Kundan meaning "highly refined gold") is the traditional North Indian Rajasthan way of setting gemstones in a gold foil between the other stones, and the pure molten gold helped achieve the tight setting. Jewelry was a crucial part of visual authority for Mughal rulers, and strategic marriages between Mughal royalty and members of Rajput aristocracy were often arranged - for both political reasons and Rajasthan's renowned jewelry production. In order to enforce their high social status, the Mughals passed Sumptuary Laws that decreed only members of the upper class could wear opulent jewelry.
Provenance: private San Francisco, California, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm.
Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.
#168393
Condition:
Intact and choice. Light patina within recessed areas between Kundan stones. Minor surface nicks to some topaz stones, but all are secure and intact. Some minor chips to gold foil setting around the stones. The pendant bail and bands on verso are intact and this piece could be strung and worn.
- 19TH C. INDIAN MUGHAL GOLD PENDANT W/
19TH C. INDIAN MUGHAL GOLD PENDANT W/ RUBIES, DIAMONDS**First Time At Auction**
Northwestern India, Mughal Empire, ca. 19th century CE. A beautiful necklace panel known as a guluband, the pendant made of high-quality 78.51% (equivalent to 18K+) gold and Kundan settings containing gemstones: emeralds, diamonds, and rubies, and pearls strung on a wire threaded around the periphery. The center 3 settings are inlaid with cobalt blue and green glass surround the gemstones. Dangling emerald beads around the lower edge and links for securing to the rest of the necklace at both tips - this could be reattached to a chain as a wearable piece! A guluband necklace is made up of multiple panels or singular, attached together with strands or pearls or beading to fit like a choker. Size: 3" L x 1" W (7.6 cm x 2.5 cm); 78.51% (equivalent to 18K+); weight: 34.9 grams
The amazing craftmanship of this piece is a combination of Iranian Islamic and Indian Hindu artistic practices that came together under the Mughal empire. Mughal elites adored precious stones, not just for their beauty, but also for protective and magical properties that they believed each stone possessed. When the Mughals conquered India from Central Asia, they brought the technical skills of setting gems and incorporated the traditional Indian styles of goldwork - including Kundan - into their jewelry that contained Middle Eastern elements - such as intricate floral patterns and heavy stonework, as seen here. Kundan stones (Kundan meaning "highly refined gold") is the traditional North Indian Rajasthan way of setting gemstones on and between gold foil to enhance their coloration, and the pure molten gold helped achieve the tight setting. Jewelry was a crucial part of visual authority for Mughal rulers, and strategic marriages between Mughal royalty and members of Rajput aristocracy were often arranged - for both political reasons and Rajasthan's renowned jewelry production. In order to enforce their high social status, the Mughals passed Sumptuary Laws that decreed only members of the upper class could wear opulent jewelry.
Provenance: private Boynton Beach, Florida, USA collection; ex-Rajiv Mehra collection, Delhi, India
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#177545
Condition:
Pendant is from a larger necklace. Nicks and several stable striations on gemstones. Surface wear commensurate with use and age. Overall great condition.
- 19TH C. INDIAN MUGHAL GOLD & DIAMOND
19TH C. INDIAN MUGHAL GOLD & DIAMOND ARMBAND PENDANT**First Time At Auction**
South Asia, Northwestern India, Mughal Empire, ca. 19th century CE. This is a stunning gold and polki diamond Mughal bazuband pendant, worn around the outside of the upper arm. The verso is filled with lac resin and the verso is decorated with champleve enamel. The obverse has high 79.83% (equivalent to 19K+) gold Kundan settings around 55 polki (raw) diamonds -Kundun includes using gold foil under the stones that that face been foiled underneath to intensify their color. The sides have small gold loops enameled red, for threading this centerpiece bazuband for the on an armband around the bicep - although this could be worn today as a necklace pendant. These armlets were worn by men and women as decorative adornments and status symbols. Size: 1.65" L x 1.25" W (4.2 cm x 3.2 cm); gold quality: 79.83% (equivalent to 19K+); weight: 37.7 grams
When the Mughals conquered India from Central Asia, they brought the technical skills of setting gems and incorporated the traditional Indian styles of goldwork - including Kundan - into their jewelry that contained Middle Eastern elements - such as intricate floral patterns and heavy stonework, as seen here. Kundan stones (Kundan meaning "highly refined gold") is the traditional North Indian Rajasthan way of setting gemstones in a gold foil between the other stones, and the pure molten gold helped achieve the tight setting. Jewelry was a crucial part of visual authority for Mughal rulers, and strategic marriages between Mughal royalty and members of Rajput aristocracy were often arranged - for both political reasons and Rajasthan's renowned jewelry production. In order to enforce their high social status, the Mughals passed Sumptuary Laws that decreed only members of the upper class could wear opulent jewelry
Provenance: private Boynton Beach, Florida, USA collection; ex-Rajiv Mehra collection, Delhi, India
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#177542
Condition:
Minor areas of restoration to enamel verso along the white enamel edges near loops and green rim. Hair line fissure in the large central diamond. Rest are intact and excellent.
- A group of seven medals, China War Medal
A group of seven medals, China War Medal (1900) and bar, Relief of Peking, 2nd Lieut GT van der Gucht Skinner's H; King George V and Queen Mary Delhi Durbar Coronation medal 1911; 1914-15 Star Capt GT van der Gucht 3/horse; 1914-18 Medal Capt GT van der Gucht; 1914-1919 Victory Medal Capt GT van der Gucht; The Indian General Service Medal 1919 Afghanistan NWF and bar Maj GT van der Gucht; Military Order of the Dragon 1919 GT van der Gucht 7th Rajputs no 126
- FOUR RAJPUT STYLE GOUACHE WORKS ON PAPER,
FOUR RAJPUT STYLE GOUACHE WORKS ON PAPER, FRAME: 11 1/2 X 14 1/4 IN. (29.21 X 36.20 CM.)Four Rajput Style Gouache Works on Paper,, Dimensions: Frame: 11 1/2 x 14 1/4 in. (29.21 x 36.20 cm.)
- FINE INDIAN EMBROIDERED BLUE CASHMERE
FINE INDIAN EMBROIDERED BLUE CASHMERE SHAWLcirca 1930, wool Dimensions: 77 1/2 x 37 1/2 inches Provenance: Provenance; Property from the Personal Collection of Ed Hardy, San Francisco Antiques Connoisseur and Cognoscente; ex collection of a Rajput family from Bikaner, Rajasthan Condition: image 8 shot up close with iphone