{"title":"The Wandering Apothecary","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"vintage-indian-brass-claw-bell","title":"Vintage Mid-Century Indian Brass \"Elephant Claw\" Temple Bell","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eAn authentic \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003evintage Indian brass \"claw\" bell (also known as an elephant or temple bell)\u003c\/span\u003e, dating back to the \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003emid-20th century (circa 1940s–1960s)\u003c\/span\u003e. Hand-cast in historic metalworking centers like Moradabad or Jaipur, these pieces were popularized globally by mid-century importers such as Sarna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dome is beautifully hand-etched with stylized \u003cem class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eMeenakari\u003c\/em\u003e floral and leaf borders, highlighted with deep red champlevé enamel accents. The bottom tapers into a classic protective \"claw cage\" that safely seals an internal metal clapper. Historically, these sonorous bells were worn by ceremonial elephants during festivals or used in spiritual temple meditation to channel strength and clear energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.75\"L × 2.75\"W × 3\"H\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Story","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44864693862578,"sku":"VTG-STO-0011","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6678\/0082\/files\/IMG_1082.png?v=1787942810"},{"product_id":"antique-gold-serveware","title":"Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Stamped Indian Brass Aftaba Ewer Pitcher","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThis classical piece dates back to the \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003emid-20th century (circa 1950s–1960s)\u003c\/span\u003e. Hand-formed and chiseled in northern India's historic metalworking regions, the hollow pedestal base bears the traditional stippled \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\"INDIA\" export hallmark\u003c\/span\u003e, hand-punched using a specialized dot-enclosing stamp tool. The interior foot well retains a striking, beautifully untouched layer of \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003enatural verdigris oxidation\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exterior displays a masterfully hand-chiseled botanical landscape of trailing desert fronds and vines that wraps seamlessly up the elongated neck to the hinged finial cap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6.5\"L × 3\"W × 9.5\"H\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Story","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45106873925810,"sku":"K156535","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6678\/0082\/files\/IMG_1351.png?v=1787943231"},{"product_id":"ring-box-gold","title":"Antique Japanese Showa Era Gold Kiri Wood Box with Nashiji Interior","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThis lightweight box dates to the \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eearly Showa Era (circa 1920–1940)\u003c\/span\u003e; hand-carved from traditional, ultra-light structural \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ePaulownia (\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eKiri\u003c\/em\u003e) wood. \u003c\/span\u003eThe exterior landscape scene is hand-incised directly into the raw wood substrate before being enveloped in a metallic golden-amber \u003cem class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eUrushi\u003c\/em\u003e lacquer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.75\"W x 2.25\"L x 1.25\"H\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Story","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45106977112242,"sku":"702398V","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6678\/0082\/files\/IMG_1074.png?v=1787949006"},{"product_id":"vintage-asian-brass-bowl-and-saucer","title":"Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Dynasty  Brass Relief Dragon Tribute Bowl and Plate Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThis extraordinary set dates to the \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003elate Qing Dynasty (circa 1870–1900)\u003c\/span\u003e. Unlike common tall drinkware or deep domestic vessels, this matches a traditional \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003etribute bowl and presentation stand system (\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eGongwan\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e. Hand-cast from heavy solid brass, the piece features a low-profile, shallow basin silhouette favored for offering ceremonies on aristocratic alters and within scholars' studios. The outer wall of the bowl is wrapped in a \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ehigh-relief imperial cloud dragon\u003c\/span\u003e chasing the flaming pearl, while the shallow stepped rim of the presentation tray displays prominent \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eraised auspicious Chinese characters\u003c\/span\u003e bestowing protection and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6\"L × 6\"W × 2.5\"H\u003cbr\u003eBowl: 4.25\" Diameter\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Story","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45820041298098,"sku":"TBL-STO-0281","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6678\/0082\/files\/IMG_1035.png?v=1787946885"},{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-trinket-box","title":"Vintage Vietnamese Rosewood \u0026 Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Hexagonal Toothpick Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eThis distinctive table artifact is an authentic piece of \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003elate 20th-century Vietnamese lacquerware and woodwork (circa 1970s–1990s)\u003c\/span\u003e. Shifting from large furniture to fine decorative objects, masters in historic artisan villages carved this hexagonal vessel from high-density \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eVietnamese rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e (trắc wood). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eThe focal point is the fine \u003cem class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eKhảm xà cừ\u003c\/em\u003e—the traditional Vietnamese art of mother-of-pearl inlaying. The profile showcases a hand-cut, shimmering iridescent abalone shell vignette of a \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ewoman clad in a traditional \u003cem class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eÁo dài\u003c\/em\u003egown and a \u003cem class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eNón lá\u003c\/em\u003e (conical palm-leaf hat)\u003c\/span\u003e. This imagery represents the classic, poetic celebration of Vietnamese heritage and graceful femininity popularized for global collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.5\"L × 2.5\"W × 3.25\"H\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Story","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46540920160434,"sku":"HOM-STO-0663","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6678\/0082\/files\/IMG_1341.png?v=1787944965"},{"product_id":"vintage-imari-porcelain-serving-dish","title":"Vintage Japanese Matsuemon Kiln \"Gold Imari\" Scalloped Porcelain Serving Bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eExperience the opulence of mid-century Japanese ceramic mastery with this \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003evintage \u003ca class=\"SmjhRb bqYA2d\" role=\"link\" id=\"pvlinkoumRasmiKu_VruEPuMXFwAs_9\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eMatsuemon Kiln Gold Imari porcelain serving bowl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Individually hand-decorated during the Showa Era, the underside features a rare combination of the hand-painted cobalt underglaze \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eMatsuemon (松右衛門) kiln signature\u003c\/span\u003e, a gilded studio crest, and its original \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eHeygill Imports paper label\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elongated, multi-lobed basin is meticulously decorated with alternating brocade panels of deep underglaze cobalt blue and vibrant overglaze iron-red. These intricate geometric bands frame breathtakingly dense, scenic reserves of \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003etraditional pheasants nestled among blooming wisteria and layered crimson peony blossoms, h\u003c\/span\u003eand-finished with \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e24-karat gold gilt scrollwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e8.8\"L × 1.5\"W × 5\"H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaslamp Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46768969023666,"sku":"FUR-GAS-0171","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6678\/0082\/files\/IMG_1221.png?v=1787947401"},{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-small-blue-and-white-saucer","title":"Vintage Japanese Mineyama Kiln Arita Blue and White Porcelain Accent Plate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThis fine porcelain dish is an authentic vintage creation from Japan's renowned \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eMineyama Kiln (峯山)\u003c\/span\u003e. Fired using classic underglaze techniques, it represents the high-end revival of traditional \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eArita \/ Imari\u003c\/span\u003e pottery styles that grew immensely popular during the mid-to-late 20th century. The underside features the hand-painted, two-character studio mark framed by a traditional unglazed foot ring and stylized \u003cem class=\"eujQNb\"\u003ekarakusa\u003c\/em\u003e scrolling tendrils along the outer profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.5\"L × 5.5\"W × 1.2\"H\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaslamp Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46994496258226,"sku":"TBL-GAS-0351","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6678\/0082\/files\/IMG_1399.png?v=1787942164"},{"product_id":"imari-revival-bowl","title":"Vintage Japanese Imari Style Porcelain Square Phoenix Serving Bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eFormed during the late mid-century Showa Era, this collectible porcelain dish is marked with an authentic \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eiron-red block-lettered JAPAN export stamp on the bottom\u003c\/span\u003e. The inside features a spectacular \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eGokunishiki-inspired design\u003c\/span\u003e, showcasing four sweeping \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003emythical Phoenix birds\u003c\/span\u003e rendered in iron-red, ochre yellow, deep cobalt blue, and sage green enamels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe walls slope down to frame a beautifully detailed central medallion containing a traditional waterside architectural pavilion nestled under cascading weeping pine branches. Hand-highlighted throughout with \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ebrilliant gold gilt accents\u003c\/span\u003e that define the bird feathers and geometric borders, this preserved bowl serves as a commanding centerpiece statement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10.3\"L × 2.8\"W × 10.3\"H\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nashville Antique and Garden Show","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46994643648690,"sku":"TBL-NAS-0355","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6678\/0082\/files\/IMG_1266.png?v=1787947125"},{"product_id":"japanese-black-lacquer-wood-box-with-gold-figures","title":"Japanese Black Lacquer Casket Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt with a\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003epapier-mâché frame\u003c\/span\u003e, the box features a high-gloss black lacquer finish that extends seamlessly into its \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eunlined interior compartment\u003c\/span\u003e. The front face features a\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e brass escutcheon keyhole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and its original inset hardware Crowned with a hand-gilded lid vignette depicting courtly musicians near a traditional pavilion, this rare storage chest bridges the gap between historical artwork and functional storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5\"L × 3\"W × 2\"H\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaslamp Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47036047360178,"sku":"HOM-GAS-0822","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6678\/0082\/files\/IMG_1053.png?v=1787941366"},{"product_id":"set-of-three-chinese-black-lacquered-round-embossed-lid-boxes","title":"Vintage Mid-Century Asian Horn \u0026 Etched Silver-Plate Nesting Trinket Boxes - Set of 3","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis matched trio originates from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003emid-20th century (circa 1950–1970)\u003c\/span\u003e, showcasing a blend of natural materials and fine metalwork frequently produced in high-end workshops across East and Southeast Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe focal point of the collection is the set of heavy metal lids, commonly crafted from fine pewter or silver-plated brass. The surfaces are hand-etched with historic \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eChinese wealth motifs\u003c\/span\u003e, specifically stylized double-carp (symbolizing abundance and harmony) and an angular central geometric crest modeled after ancient \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003esquare-hole cash coins\u003c\/span\u003e, which historically represent luck and prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall: 2\" Diameter \u003cbr\u003eMedium: 3\" Diameter\u003cbr\u003eLarge: 4\"Diameter x 3.5\"H\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lina's Interiors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47051551375538,"sku":"JWF-LIN-0065","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6678\/0082\/files\/IMG_1004.png?v=1787942088"},{"product_id":"royal-crown-derby-imari-espresso-cup","title":"Royal Crown Derby \"Traditional Imari\" Bone China Demitasse Cup","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThis \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eantique Royal Crown Derby Traditional Imari demitasse cup\u003c\/span\u003e is a spectacular jewel of British ceramic art. Adorned with the legendary \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImari 2451\u003c\/strong\u003e pattern\u003c\/span\u003e, the fine bone china vessel showcases an intricate matrix of alternating deep cobalt blue fields, vibrant iron-red botanical rosettes, and complex geometric borders. Every boundary line and floral accent is layered with hand-applied \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e22-karat gold gilt scrolling\u003c\/span\u003e, complemented by a gilded loop handle that elevates its stately silhouette. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3\"L × 3\"W × 2\"H\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Story","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47657537077426,"sku":"TBL-STO-0400","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6678\/0082\/files\/IMG_1198.jpg?v=1787942644"}],"url":"https:\/\/shoppestory.com\/collections\/the-wandering-apothecary.oembed","provider":"Story","version":"1.0","type":"link"}