Antique Keys

Polychrome painted console with pierced Greek key frieze and grey marble-top, France, circa 1790.

The design features a delicate, meandering vine and floral pattern that gracefully frames the central area. A classic Greek key fretwork border provides structural definition, contra...

The clock work mechanism has been over wound, so is currently not working, but we do have a key that will fit the mechanism, which we include.

Just below the rim, the upper section of the body is adorned with a Greek key frieze. The belly is adorned with gilded motifs depicting flying birds and palm leaves in a typically Ch...

Etching and drypoint on laid paper with watermark. Monogrammed in the plate. Not numbered, as issued. Image dimension: 19x13 cm. Ref. Exsteems 788; Ramiro 155 An exceptional exam...

The box has a pin cushion on top and comes with its original iron key. The closing mechanism is in working order.

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze footed charger plate, serving tray, or tazza with Greek Key design By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, US...

Vintage Copper Dutch Man Figure Entry Hall Key Change Trinket Dish Stand Holder. Item features an embossed copper figure of a Dutch man standing on a gravel ground holding a tray, sm...

Excellent quality late 19th Century Plum Pudding mahogany centre table with gilt metal mounts and gold leaf greek key design to the drawer and reverse frieze. French - Louis XVI revi...

Surrounding this focal point, the geometric Greek key border and subtle internal guard bands frame the design beautifully.

Authentic ancient stamped Roman glass and authentic ancient Roman bronze key 22k yellow gold dangle pendant on a faceted Garnet beaded necklace with two accent, hammered 22k gold bea...

We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite circa 1860 Continental Walnut & Marble chest of drawers with the original key A very good looking and well made piece, this is Bi...

One of the most striking features of this piece is its bold and elegant Greek key (Meander) border, a design inspired by classical antiquity and strongly associated with ancient Gree...

Antique 19th Century Hand Crafted English George III Figured Mahogany Chest on Chest, With Greek Key Moulded Cornice With Two Short & Six Long Drawers with Original Brass Batwing...

19th Century Caucasian Kazak Capet ( 4'6" x 5'9" - 137 x 175 ) Geometric Medallion Rectangle 1890s Wool Hand Knotted Pile Antique Coral / Salmon Pink Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This st...

This field is dominated by a complex, repeating geometric lattice, often referred to as the Greek key or thunder pattern, symbolizing continuity and protection.

The top with a monogramed rectangular plaque with outset corners matching the escutcheon plate on the front (working lock and key). The interior fitted with a document pocket in the ...

Very special Austrian sideboards with a very rich and rigid taste. Note the patina of the briar ashwood, and the particular manual processing of the central door. All veneered in as...

Top class and exceptional antique alabaster chandelier for an entry hall, bedroom or any other room. Thanks to its unique design, aesthetic beauty, perfect size and great condition ...

A series of meticulously drawn borders frames the central design, including a prominent Greek key meander and angular cloud-band motifs at the corners.

Rectangular enamel plaque depicting St. Peter receiving the key of Christ, with The dome of Saint Peter’s Basilica in Rome in the background.

Antique map titled 'Dominia Anglorum in praecipuis Insulis Americae ut sunt Insula S. Christophori, Antegoa, Iamaica, Barbados nec non Insulae Bermudes vel Sommers dictae. Die Englis...

French golden engraved pocket watch key that would look great even just as a pendant on a proper chain.

This well made decorative object can also be used as a key holder/vide poche. Signed Dalia Konin Klyk, Coedewaalem, Gouda, Holland and numbered on bottom.

19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key with yellow clear and Heliotrope Stones 19th century very small brass and gold Watch-Key with each side a different stone A brass watch key , g...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, early 17th century German Wrought Iron painted safe chest with the original key Please note...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, mid 17th century German Wrought Iron painted safe chest with the original key Please note t...

19th-century American folk art Heart-shaped forged iron pad lock and key, dated 1875 A remarkable 19th-century American heart-shaped forged iron padlock and key is a true testament ...

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze plate or shallow bowl with Greek Key design By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Century ...

A lovely collection of old antique iron skeleton keys. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany.

19th Century Brass and Gold Watch-Key with 2 different color Agate Stones 19th century brass and gold Watch-Key with each side a different Agate stone A brass watch key , gold-plate...

Chinese foliage painted and brass mounted tacked hinged chest on stand with flanking side handles and interior lock with key, Late 19th Century

This antique mechanical toy is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in Europe, possibly England or Austria in approximately 1880 and done in the period Victorian style. This larg...

American brass scrolled five arm bulbous column chandelier with original cock keys, bobeches, and lower central ball with urn finial .

The exterior is most striking for its vibrant rose pink glaze, richly accented with a continuous Greek key scroll pattern executed in kelly green, black, and gold, a combination tha...

An antique silver jasseron necklace with an antique watch key (pendant). The necklace can be closed with a spring ring clasp that is in good working condition.

This piece retains it's original key and is in working condition. Strong boxes would have originally been used to transport or store family valuables and money, as in a modern day sa...

A fine 19th century English black lacquered Chinoiserie decorated 6 panel screen. Greek key design with scenes of figures and animals. Raised detail.

19th century brass and gold watch-key with each side a different stone in the shape of a shield.

Late 19th century English iron strongbox mounted on a stand as a side table with original key. Crane foundries.

Great quality and condition wall key or brush cabinet from 1930. This Arts & Crafts style wall cabinet can be used for all kinds of purposes and the stunning, beveled mirror is a ...

Fine Dutch Colonial chest with original brass work and surviving key. Peg work joinery, vase turned feet and drawer at base.

Great design and detail. Greek key design on the bottom edge. Made in Japan and is marked on the bottom.

1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 12' x 13' 6" - 365 x 412 cm ) Antique Art Deco Room Size Wool Blue, Red / Rust Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional room size piece captures the ...

Rare town plan of Jerusalem. Includes an extensive key to locations etc. This map originates from 'Biblia : das ist die gantze Heilige Schrift, Altes und Neues Testaments / verteutsc...

French brass clock keys from late 19th century that could become a lovely and original jewellery.

The piece was originally made for gas and uniquely sports horizontal fleur de lis key at the base of each cup to turn the flow of gas on and off.

Centering a bezel set oval mixed cut citrine weighing approximately 0.45 carat; transparent and a medium-dark orange color With a cascading wheat motif terminating as a round button...

19th Century Dutch silver watch-key with a scene of a bunch of grapes 19th century silver watch-key in an oval shape with a bunch of grapes engraved The eyelet is marked with the Du...

Plan of the ancient city of Jerusalem. With extensive key and scale. Source unknown, to be determined.

Very special Austrian sideboards with a very rich and rigid taste. Note the patina of the briar ashwood, and the particular manual processing of the central door. All veneered in as...

This wonderful little table from Italy features a square-shaped top with canted corners, which overhangs the apron that houses a small drawer at one side and is carved in a Greek Key...

The chain has five Greek Key decorative links within the long 29 inch chain.

Furniture from the reign of Louis XVI featured motifs of a Neoclassical nature, as indicated by the Greek key and crenelated carvings on the apron of these consoles.

Antique Chinese - Art Deco Rug, Size: 9' 0'' x11' 8'' Antique Art Deco Chinese Floral Beige 1920s Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional Chinese Art Deco rug, dating from the 192...

A striking example of French Art Deco design from the 1930s – this restored sideboard blends clean geometry with decorative flair, noble materials with functional sophistication. It...

Petite in scale yet charismatic in design, the piece retains its original working lock and a delicately shaped key, underscoring its authenticity and historical charm.

A gorgeous Art Deco bronze doré pen tray featuring a Greek key design By Tiffany Studios New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 9.63"W x 3.25"D x 0.38"H Very good original v...

Blacksmith made French hat and coat rack, in the form of a giant key This large quirky hat and coat rack has 3 large coat hanging Hooks on the giant key This is an attractive and...

Lady Dormer, Mary Browne c. 1592 oil on panel 35 x 29 inches, unframed; 41 x 34.75 inches, inc. frame Inscribed 'Lady Dormore' Mary married Henry Wriothesley, 2nd Earl of Southampt...