Vintage Bronze Arhat/Monk (Enlightened One) Paperweight

Vintage Bronze Arhat/Monk (Enlightened One) PaperweightThe Asian paperweight appears to be an Arhat Monk, a person who has achieved enlightenment in Buddhism. In this depiction, the Arhat sits in a casual pose with his chin resting on the back of his hand in silent contemplation. The piece is made from a solid piece of bronze, and is quite simple and beautiful. DIMENSIONS: 1. 75" H x 1. 5" W x 1" D FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE US!

although he continued creating artwork which he shared mostly with friends & family (such as this painting

and the use of handcrafted beadwork is beautiful and consistent

perhaps as an offering to the afterlife

This antique Egyptian faience-glazed ring depicts the God Horus as a statuesque falcon is a stunning representation of skill & creativity

Made in India

given their construction and adornments

with wear commensurate with an estimated 1850s-1910s age range

Traveling Man Treasures is selling this vintage ceramic/stoneware vase with Chinese calligraphy

This ring was made by local Italian artisans using ancient techniques to sell to the affluent visitors who traveled to on year-long educational "Grand Tours" of various archaeologically significant sites between 1780-1920s

It is a unique artifact that represents the peoples and culture of the Mayan/Aztec Teotihuacan civilizations

and protection

On the plaque