Spiritual Art and Artifacts

Spiritual Art and Artifacts include art, artifacts and ritual objects that embrace a reverence for and belief in spiritual power higher than ourselves. VA’s collection includes objects and creations reflecting Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity, Taoism, popular and folk religions, animism and Shamanism traditions. We also include ritual ceremonial items and objects that serve as a transitional link between the living and those in the afterworld which encompasses a broad range of objects: statues, carvings, paintings, textiles, jewelry, masks, pottery and other items.

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    Antique Silver Ganesh Pendant with Four Arms and Sweets (22043BLE) SPECIAL PRICE

    Original price was: $395.00.Current price is: $335.75.
    Ht: 5.125″   W: 3.75″ D: 0.625″ | FREE SHIPPING within continental U.S.

    This vintage massive, heavy silver pendant represents a four armed Ganesh seated within a betel shape frame wearing a crown and reaching for modak, a rice flour sweet dumpling filled with coconut that is his favorite treat.  Ganesh pendants are worn for good luck as he is the God who removes the obstacles in devotees’ lives. The coin silver chain is included.

     

     

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    Antique Stone Earth God Tudi Gong, China (17406BSK) $725

    Original price was: $725.00.Current price is: $616.25.
    H: 8”  W: 5”  D4” | FREE SHIPPING!

    This antique stone Tudi Gong statue was finely crafted by a local provincial artisan and reflects many traditional characteristics of this beloved lower status deity: a benevolent face, voluminous rotund belly, slouched shoulders, and holding taels to bestow wealth and fortune and maybe assurances to rural common folk. In his past he rested happily on an outdoor shrine, and would be very happy to continue doing so in a home garden to bring prosperity and an aura of past times to a new family.

    Click here for Blog Tudi Gong: the Taoist and Popular Religion Earth God

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    Antique Wood Trio of 3 Apostles, Bolivia (2035UCKE)

    Original price was: $1,450.00.Current price is: $1,232.50.
    Tallest H: 11″  W: 5.5″  D: 3.5″ |CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] FOR SHIPPING COST

    Exquisitely carved with expressive and spiritual bearings, these three 19th century rare small antique wood Apostles have eyes with inset glass, painted lashes, and well-articulated facial features . The crack lines on each side of their faces indicate the process by which the eyes were inset in front of the faces.  All are seated, bearded and wear similar robes, although the garments are in different vibrant color combinations, the hand positions are varied and the body postures diverge slightly. Each is mounted on a two-tiered wood base, elevated at different heights.

     

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    Antique/Vintage Brass Nandi Figurine, India (9509A-GAH) $245

    Original price was: $245.00.Current price is: $208.25.
    H: 4.5”  W: 2.25”  D: 3.25” | FREE SHIPPING

    This well articulated figurine features is Nandi decorated with jewels and recumbent on a high-tiered pedestal throne. Nandi figurines are placed on home altars for daily puja and are decorated with flowers and incense offerings as a sign of respect and this image has an attached incense holder for this purpose. Made using lost wax casting, it is a one-of-a-kind piece in very good condition with a fine patina and smooth surface.

     

     

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    Antique/Vintage Silver Pendant of Ganesh with Parvati, India (22059XHE) $295

    Original price was: $295.00.Current price is: $250.75.

    Ht: 2.75”. W: 2.5” D: 0.25” 1.3oz.  |  FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This rare pendant of Ganesh and his mother Parvati seated on a throne is framed within a betel shape with scalloped edges. It is finely crafted heavy silver piece with a top round suspension loop that mirrors the ovule on the bottom. Used as a protective amulet, it shows signs of wear that give it a smooth fine patina.

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    Barry Brinker 18″ Silver Necklace with Emeralds, Ancient Coins and Buddha Pendant (N67KEM) $725

    Original price was: $725.00.Current price is: $616.25.
    CHAIN 18” | FREE SHIPPING

    This magnificent Barry Brinker necklace is centered with a Thai Vairocana Buddha ceramic pendant covered with gold leaf, surrounded by multicolored glass beads and on the back is a framed image of what appears to be a monk’s profile. Additional decorations include four Sri Lankan cabochon emeralds and two ancient Roman coins.The 18″ rolo style silver chain is made with imported 950 sterling silver ending in the Barry Brinker signature flame shaped incised tag as part of the clasp.

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    Barry Brinker Natural Black Pearl Cross Silver Necklace (P062LKE) $475

    Original price was: $475.00.Current price is: $403.75.
    Chain 18.5”  Cross 1.75” | FREE SHIPPING IN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This striking Barry Brinker necklace is part of the VA Barry Brinker Vintage Collection with pieces made in the 1990s combining silver with antiquities or antiques, pearls and other treasures acquired during his travels. The pendant is a black cross shaped pearl encased in a wide silver casing. The rear and tag on the clasp are incised with the iconic BB signature and flame.  The fittings and rolo style are 950 sterling silver. The meaning of a black pearl varies by culture, but it is known to be associated with and symbolize beauty, power, wealth and protection. In this piece it creates a beautiful natural iridescent in the shape of a spiritual cross.

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    Barry Brinker Silver Brooch with 3 Natural Freshwater Pearl Crosses (N372B-AEM) $495

    Original price was: $495.00.Current price is: $420.75.
    H: 2″  W: 2.5″  D: 0.75″ | FREE SHIPPING!

    This marvelous silver brooch is a one-of-a kind artistic jewelry piece created in a silver casing by well-known popular jewelry designer Barry Brinker more than two decades ago.  This beautiful and striking brooch has three large natural white freshwater pearl crosses which seemingly float with 950 silver fittings.

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    Contemporary Silver Necklace with 6 Natural Black Pearls (P067LKE) $495

    Original price was: $495.00.Current price is: $420.75.
    Chain 18.5″ Cross H: 1.75″ | FREE SHIPPING

    This magnificent Barry Brinker choker necklace has a pendant cross consisting of  six round black natural freshwater pearls. The rolo style silver chain, suspension loop signed using the initials BB, and other components are made with 950 sterling silver and has his signature flame shaped  clasp with his initials.

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    SOLD Ancient Catacomb Terracotta Oil Lamp, Roman Empire (1885A-WAR)

    Original price was: $155.00.Current price is: $131.75.
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    This Roman catacomb terracotta oil lamp is a basic, undecorated, and functional lamp beautiful in its simplicity. It is a well moulded piece with a finely rounded circular body, a short raised rim surrounding the fill hole centered in the middle, and has a hand made spatulate nozzle added to its body. The nozzle extends out with flat angular ridges and a wide opening to accommodate the wick which extends from inside the lamp,through the nozzle, and then reaches over its edge. It has no handle but, like all such lamps, it has a flat bottom to rest comfortably and securely on any surface.  Much of the original crème slip on this lamp remains and has turned a brownish-beige from the soil in which it was buried underground. There are minor chips the rim atop the fuel chamber and projecting nozzle and is otherwise is very good condition.

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