Opaque Collection

Internally decorated vase with a pink clematis and green stem design by Auguste Daum (1853-1909) (glass)
BON109584 Internally decorated vase with a pink clematis and green stem design by Auguste Daum (1853-1909) (glass) by Daum

Portrait of a Falconer Holding a Hawk on Gloved Right Hand (image 2 of 2), Late 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Falconer Holding a Hawk on Gloved Right Hand (image 2 of 2), Late 16th century. The domesticated and specially trained birds of prey were highly prized

Early Portrait of Nasr al-Din Shah (reigned 1848-1896), c1850. Creator: Anon
Early Portrait of Nasr al-Din Shah (reigned 1848-1896), c1850. The shah is shown here at perhaps just nineteen or twenty years of age, wearing jeweled portraits of the Shi'ite Imams

The Angel of Death, 1885. Creator: Mary Evelyn de Morgan
The Angel of Death, 1885

The Visitation, c. 1525. Creator: Master of the Munich Saint John on Patmos
The Visitation, c. 1525

Interior View of the Church of St. Peter's in the Vatican, c.1770. Creator: Francesco Panini
Interior View of the Church of St. Peter's in the Vatican, c.1770

Joseph and his Brothers at the Well, Initial V from an Antiphonary, 1310/15. Creator: Neri da Rimini
Joseph and his Brothers at the Well, Initial V from an Antiphonary, 1310/15

Allegory of the Elevation of Cardinal Deacon Oddone Colonna to the Papal Chair as Pope... 1700. Creator: Benedetto Luti
Allegory of the Elevation of Cardinal Deacon Oddone Colonna to the Papal Chair as Pope Martin V, 1700

Investiture Certificate of Sister Maria Theresa Baglioni, June 5, 1717. Creator: Unknown
Investiture Certificate of Sister Maria Theresa Baglioni, June 5, 1717

The Discovery (recto), Two Sketches of Standing Male Figures (verso), 1767/69. Creator: Henry Fuseli
The Discovery (recto), Two Sketches of Standing Male Figures (verso), 1767/69

Nehemiah before King Artaxerxes, initial ‘C from a Bible, about 1430. Creator: Masters of Zweder van Culemborg
Nehemiah before King Artaxerxes, initial C from a Bible, about 1430

Village Among the Trees, c. 1560. Creator: Unknown
Village Among the Trees, c. 1560

Saint Mark the Evangelist, n.d. Creator: Martin de Vos
Saint Mark the Evangelist, n.d

The Virgin and Saint Joseph with Saint Anthony of Padua Seated in the Heavens... 1690/1710. Creator: Pietro da Pietri
The Virgin and Saint Joseph with Saint Anthony of Padua Seated in the Heavens Interceding for the Souls in Purgatory, While an Angel Pours Fluid from a Vase onto the Crowd Below (recto and verso)

Miracle of the Deer of Saint Bassiano, from a Choir Book, 1500/10. Creator: Francesco Binasco
Miracle of the Deer of Saint Bassiano, from a Choir Book, 1500/10

Christ Blessing Three Young Men, initial M from a Gradual, 1320/30. Creator: Maestro Daddesco
Christ Blessing Three Young Men, initial M from a Gradual, 1320/30

Apollo Driving the Chariot of the Sun, 1544/45. Creator: Lelio Orsi
Apollo Driving the Chariot of the Sun, 1544/45

Male Head Looking Down, n.d. Creator: Unknown
Male Head Looking Down, n.d

Woman and Nude Young Boy Surrounded by Figures, n.d. Creator: Unknown
Woman and Nude Young Boy Surrounded by Figures, n.d

Crucifixion with the Virgin Mary and Saint John (recto); Saint Sebald with the Donors... c1485-90. Creator: Unknown
Crucifixion with the Virgin Mary and Saint John (recto); Saint Sebald with the Donors Paul Volkmayr and Sebald Schreyer (verso), c. 1485-90

Seated Male Nude with Outstretched Left Arm, n.d. Creator: Unknown
Seated Male Nude with Outstretched Left Arm, n.d

Chalcopyrite on Quartz, Dolcoath Mine, Camborne, Cornwall, England
Brassy yellow crystals of chalcopyrite, with an iridescent tarnish, on colourless quartz crystals. The specimen label states Six sided cristals of yellow copper ore crossing each other in opake

Title Page and Front Cover of a Buddhist Manuscript with Manjusri (left) and... 17th / 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Title Page and Front Cover of a Buddhist Manuscript with Manjusri (left) and Mantramanudharani, a Pancharaksha Goddess (right), Mongolia, 17th/18th century

Opaque Images, 1948 (oil on canvas)
3963717 Opaque Images, 1948 (oil on canvas) by Walters, Evan John (1893-1951); 39x48.7 cm; Newport Museum and Art Gallery, South Wales; © Newport Museum and Art Gallery

Lobed Basin for Flowerpot, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Lobed Basin for Flowerpot, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), 15th century

Melon-Shaped Water Pot, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Melon-Shaped Water Pot, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 18th century

Tripod Censer, Jin dynasty (1115-1234), 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Tripod Censer, Jin dynasty (1115-1234), 13th century

Lobed Flowerpot, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Lobed Flowerpot, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), 15th century

Bowl with Stylized Floral Scrolls, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368), 14th century. Creator: Unknown
Bowl with Stylized Floral Scrolls, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368), 14th century

Bowl, Jin dynasty (1115-1234), 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Bowl, Jin dynasty (1115-1234), 13th century

Snuff Bottle with the Mythical Creature "Qilin", Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
Snuff Bottle with the Mythical Creature " Qilin", Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1800-1870

Small Cup, Jin dynasty, (1115-1234), 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Small Cup, Jin dynasty, (1115-1234), 13th century

Snuff Bottle with Seven-Petal Flower Heads, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1760-1830

Table, Scotland, 1902. Creators: Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Thomas Elsley Ltd
Table, Scotland, 1902

Vase (Opaque Glass), c. 1936. Creator: Robert Stewart
Vase (Red Opaque Glass), c. 1936

Octagonal Cup with Handle, Venice, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Octagonal Cup with Handle, Venice, 19th century

Mug, Bohemia, c. 1600. Creator: Bohemia Glass
Mug, Bohemia, c. 1600

Still life with bottle and glass (oil on canvasboard)
3255513 Still life with bottle and glass (oil on canvasboard) by Decker, John (1895-1947); 76.2x45.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

Illustration for Gullivers Travels by Jonathan Swift (engraving)
5989420 Illustration for Gullivers Travels by Jonathan Swift (engraving) by Morten, Thomas (1836-66); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cup, from the Tomb of Bernardini di Palestrina (glass)
704080 Cup, from the Tomb of Bernardini di Palestrina (glass) by Roman; Museo Nazionale Etrusco, Villa Giulia, Rome, Lazio, Italy; out of copyright

Still life with bottle and glass (oil on canvasboard)
3060942 Still life with bottle and glass (oil on canvasboard) by Decker, John (1895-1947); 76.2x45.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

Lithyalin scent-bottle and stopper, c. 1830 (glass)
BAL1324 Lithyalin scent-bottle and stopper, c.1830 (glass) by Bohemian School, (19th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Bohemian, out of copyright

Rene Antoine Ferchault De Reaumur (chromolitho)
2802548 Rene Antoine Ferchault De Reaumur (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rene Antoine Ferchault De Reaumur)

Collection of vases, possibly Loetz, c. 1900 (glass)
BAL1520 Collection of vases, possibly Loetz, c.1900 (glass) by Bohemian School, (19th century); Private Collection; Bohemian, out of copyright

Egg-tester, as supplied by the Dairy Supply Company, London (engraving)
969932 Egg-tester, as supplied by the Dairy Supply Company, London (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egg-tester, as supplied by the Dairy Supply Company)

Favrile vase with ormolu base (glass)
XTC40358 Favrile vase with ormolu base (glass) by Tiffany, Louis Comfort (1848-1933); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; American, out of copyright

Hellenistic blue cast bowl, 2nd century BC (glass)
AMQ182798 Hellenistic blue cast bowl, 2nd century BC (glass) by Greek, (2nd century BC); 4.5x10.6 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; Greek, out of copyright

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"Discover the beauty of opacity in every form - from ancient manuscripts to exquisite artworks and delicate porcelain. Dive into a world where mystery meets elegance, as we explore the captivating allure objects throughout history. Intriguingly, even Pears advertisements from yesteryears embraced the concept of opacity, using it to add an air of mystique and allure to their products. The subtle play between light and shadow in these ads left viewers enchanted and curious about what lay beneath the surface. Moving on to the realm of minerals, chalcopyrite on quartz at Dolcoath Mine takes us deep underground, where nature's hidden treasures are born. Its opaque appearance hints at its rich copper content, reminding us that true beauty often lies within. Delving further into spirituality, a Buddhist manuscript adorned with Manjusri showcases how opacity can be used symbolically. The intricate artwork invites contemplation and reflection as we delve into the depths of wisdom concealed behind each stroke. Stepping back in time to Mamluk period Egypt, an opaque Qur'an leaf written in Muhaqqaq script transports us through centuries. Its enigmatic presence reminds us that knowledge is not always transparent but requires patience and dedication for its understanding. Shifting our focus to artistry, "Opaque Images" by an unknown artist captivates with its abstract interpretation. Brushstrokes dance across canvas creating layers upon layers of opaqueness that invite interpretation from each viewer's unique perspective. The Ming dynasty presents us with a lobed basin for flowerpots - a testament to craftsmanship shrouded in opaqueness. This delicate piece evokes visions of lush gardens while concealing secrets within its intricately carved design. A melon-shaped water pot from Qing dynasty China exemplifies how functionality can merge seamlessly with aesthetics. Its smooth yet opaque surface entices touch while preserving coolness within during hot summer days. Journeying back even further, a Jin dynasty tripod censer takes us to ancient rituals and ceremonies.