Thought I was pretty knowledgeable about semi-precious minerals but had never heard of these two descriptions, mosquito, or midge stone before....
Here you go :) [IMG]
1st-millennium (725-625) BCE Mesopotamian glyptic intaglio cylinder seal, executed in the classic "drilled style," depicting a ceremonial ritual...
Thank you Roaring20's. I did just find this description for the scene. "Gathering of Daoist scholars and poets who fled social corruption to...
Realizing that this 7 1/4" scalloped plate is Japanese rather than Chinese. Have tried to find something comparable and I keep bouncing between...
Ah, ok.. Got ya !
Thank you :) I am not very good with porcelains, but it seems like it actually would be considered an underdrawing.
I agree, it really is a pretty cool peek into the process.
Neither am I an expert, thank you very much for the links. I will share pics of the piece later.
I purchased a couple of pieces that appear to have some age. Possibly even Ming. I like to do as much research as possible on my own before...
I am always looking for early Shiwan pottery. Not so much figures, but utilitarian pieces like bowls and plates.
Pretty sure this is considered, "running script". I am also unsure if it is correct or made up.
Welcome !
I really like this piece. Spent quite a bit of time searching for similar amulets but no luck. I feel like it is a Buddhist piece, and pretty old....
Agree with Davey. Watched a show the other day about these Thai amulets. They offer tens of thousands of these for sale in Thailand. I am not an...
Looks like a poor attempt to dye what looks like quartz.
Nice find !!
Agree with Any Jewelry :)
Welcome aboard !
Beautiful vase and I agree with Any that likely 19th.
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