Finial Collection (page 4)

Vase
Porcelain vase and cover with Imari-style underglaze blue and red floral and foliate decoration and overglaze gilding, the cover with a finial in the shape of a Chinese figure

Jar
Cranberry-coloured glass jar with a ribbed interior and lid with a moulded clear glass finial, thought to date c.1850-1880. Date: 1850-1880

Chinese Bronze Finial in form of bird, Han Dynasty, 3rd century BC

Chinese bronze elk finial from a harness, Inner Mongolia, China, 5th century BC
Bronze elk finial from a harness in the Ordos style, from Inner Mongolia, China, Han Period, 6th-5th Century BC. From the British Museums collection

Stone female head, Roman Britain, 1st-4th centuries, from Towcester, Northamptonshire. This female head was probably a finial from a monumental tomb alongside Watling Street outside the Roman town of

Bronze standard finial with two felines, Luristan Culture, from western Iran, c10th-7th century BC. From the British Museums collection

Bronze finial with two bulls, Hatti Culture, 3rd millenium BC. In the Oriental Antiquities Museum, Istanbul

Gatekeepers Hut, Brunswick Dock, Liverpool
Stone octagonal building with deep eaves and corbelled roof with stone finial. IoE 213791

Wernher Mausoleum
The family vault of Sir Julius Wernher, Bart. Errected 1912 in the churchyard of Holy Trinity Church, Bedfordshire. IoE 468809

Suffragette Tea set Sylvia Pankhurst
A Tea set designed by Sylvia Pankhurst for the W.S.P.U in 1909. It was commisioned from the Staffordshire Pottery firm of H.M Williamson for use in the tea room at the Womens Exhibition held at

Thatbyinnyu Temple and Pagodas, Bagan, Myanmar (Burma)
Thatbyinnyu Temple and pagodas in the morning light, displaying their ornate towers over the treetops on the Bagan Plain; Bagan, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma)

Finial Staff Chimu style 900-1470 Peru North Coast
Finial of a Staff, Chimu style (900-1470). Peru, North Coast, Chimu style (900-1470). Cast copper alloy; overall: 11.8 x 6.8 cm (4 5/8 x 2 11/16 in.)

Finial Bird Harpy Eagle Royal Flycatcher Crest
Finial with Bird (Harpy Eagle with Royal Flycatcher Crest?), 400-1000. Isthmian Region (Colombia), Sinu (Zenu), 5th century-11th century

Thailand, Top of gold trimmed temple of Wat Benjamabophit (Marble Temple); Bangkok

Thailand, Close-up of colorful Wat Benjamabophit (Marble Temple); Bangkok

Cross stands on the site of the lock-up of the ancient manor and borough of Ruyton, Shropshire. IoE 256689

Hastings Clock
Clock to commemorate the coronation of King George V and Queen Mary. Situated in Walker Square, Rotherham, South Yorkshire. IoE 335711

The Jolm Abel Smith Memorial Chapel
Circa 1872; to the design of Sir George Gllbert Scott. IoE 300318

Suspension Bridge
Footbridge over River Wye, Kings Caple, Herefordshire. IoE 154300

Kulah Khud, Persian style helmet, 1898 (c). Circular, iron helmet with dome, knob finial and riveted, reinforcing ring; traces of gilt decoration; brass sliding nasal with geometrical decoration;

Myanmar, Burma, Inle Lake. Ancient Buddhist shrines, stupas and pagodas at Shwe Inn Thein Paya, Indein, on the shores of Lake Inle

Myanmar, Burma, Golden Rock, Kyaiktiyo. The Golden Rock boulder balanced precariously on the edge of Mount Kyaiktiyo

India, Ladakh, Thiksey. The golden finial of a chorten at Thiksey Monastery

Torah finial. Persia, ca. 1921. Silver, repousse and cast. I
Torah finial. Persia, ca. 1921. Silver, repousse and cast. Gift of the Hafetz Hayyims synagogue, Moshav Beit Nekofa, through Hananiah Der i. Israel Museum. Jerusalem

Etruscan Candelabrum Finial Cassiano dal Pozzo
Artokoloro

Ornate goblet 1642 Etching state Sheet 7 11 / 16
Artokoloro

Ornate goblet feet masks 1645 Etching state Plate
Artokoloro

View of the mountains surrounding Kumbhalgarh Fort, Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan, India

Turret at the City Palace, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India

Taj Mahal, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India

Fluted dome on Kumbhalgarh Fort, Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan, India

Carving detail, Taj Mahal, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India

India, Punjab, Amritsar. View of Golden Temple through Ashoka trees

India, Punjab, Amritsar. Pilgrims walking at Golden Temple

India, Punjab, Amritsar. Sikh pilgrims near entrance to the Golden Temple

India, Punjac, Amritsar. Close-up view of a dome over entrance to the Golden Temple
India, Punjab, Amritsar. Close-up view of a dome over entrance to the Golden Temple

Italy, Puglia, Alberobello, trulli roofs
Unesco World Heritage site

Facsimile of the Coronation of Charlemagne in the City of Jerusalem from the Chroniques
XJF250707 Facsimile of the Coronation of Charlemagne in the City of Jerusalem from the Chroniques de Charlemagne (litho) (b/w photo) by French School

Wat Chalong temple, Phuket, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

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From Torah scrolls to ancient artifacts, the finial takes center stage in various forms of art and craftsmanship. Adorned with silver crown finials, a Torah scroll becomes a symbol of religious reverence and tradition. A signal box stands tall, its finial adding an elegant touch to its functional purpose. The Bristol Vase showcases intricate woodwork and silver accents, topped off with a delicate finial that adds the perfect finishing touch. Onion finials grace the rooftops of Sezincote, creating a stunning cresting against the sky. An ivory priming flask from centuries past displays exquisite craftsmanship, while a fire shovel and poker bring functionality and style to any hearth. The suffragette tea set designed by Sylvia Pankhurst carries historical significance as it represents women's fight for equality. A Kulah Khud helmet reflects Persian influence in its design, showcasing both protection and beauty. Wooden clubs from Southern Africa feature wire-wrapped handles adorned with unique wooden finials that speak to their cultural heritage. R. J De Freitas' 1939 reredos piece captures attention with its intricately crafted finial. Lastly, an ancient pole cap featuring an antelope serves as a testament to unknown creators who left behind timeless works of art. Whether simple or ornate, these diverse examples highlight how the humble yet impactful presence of a they are elevate objects into true masterpieces.