Antique Letters

The rectangular top showcases a whimsical Scagliola finished scene of hanging horns, a roulette wheel, letters, playing cards, a butterfly, travel postcards, and additional gambling ...

For your consideration, antique letterpress wood type printing blocks traditionally used for poster and large-format printing. The letters appear backward because letterpress printin...

The post box is made in solid oak with a brass post flap engraved LETTERS, and a glazed panel beneath. There is a door to the right hand side with brass handle and working lock and k...

Gazette des Beaux-Arts, 1866 Etching on Chine collé with engraving mounted to cream laid paper with an uknown, partial watermark bearing the letters "ST," 5 3/4 x 9 3/8 inches (147 x...

The bloodstone is engraved with the monogram "AB" or "BA" in script letters. The band is smooth and unadorned, and the shoulders are decorated with a rectangular motif.

Below LONDON it has the letters F C M . At the lower base it has a four character hall mark type mark like the ones found on Silver.

This unusual glass panel depicts three stunning examples of heraldic motifs: a red stag to the top left and hands holding a sword to the top right below a monogram of the letters E, ...

These types of objects were used to store documents, letters, and writing implements, and were highly valued both for their functionality and the complexity of their decoration.

The top with green in capital letters. Measures: Height ca. 5 in. Items purchased from David Sterner Antiques must delight you.

The reverse glass gilded letters now protected with a new wooden backing. 

An elegant Japanese maki-e lacquer fubako, box for letters or scrolls, with a design of cranes and and plum, Meiji period, circa 1900, Japan.

The compartments are the perfect size for letters and small documents, the front panel simply pulls down with a light pull and clicks back into location.

The compartments are the perfect size for letters and small documents, the front panel simply pulls down with a light pull and clicks back into location.

The compartments are the perfect size for letters and small documents, the front panel simply pulls down with a light pull and clicks back into location.

The drawers (with hand-made dovetail joints) are fully functional and can provide plenty of storage space, whereas the flip-top provides a small, yet comfortable writing surface as w...

Featuring beautifully patinaed hand painted panels, the main panel shows the interlocking letters A and M which form a single monogram, a Marian symbol, which stands for the Latin ph...

This unique diamond shaped tile has an unknown monogram incorporating the letters ‘S’ and ‘A. The coronet signifies rank of non-reigning members of the royal family and peers.

The work is signed in the bottom right hand corner but the letters are mostly illegible. The painting is framed in an ornate historic wooden frame that had been painted gold.

The harmonious proportions and clean, sculptural lines exemplify the sophisticated aesthetic of the French Art Deco period.  6 lights outside, 3 inside, to be relectrified with your...

Original antique drink advertising poster for a raspberry flavoured alcoholic bitter aperitif drink made with herbs and fruit infused in alcohol and water - Cordial Campari Liquor - ...

The four-section rack is gracefully curved, allowing for neatly arranged slices of toast, pastries, or even letters for a stylish desk display. The coordinating tray, finished with a...

The signature is hand written in block letters .

Throughout the piece one can see indentations in the wood, letters carved, unevenness in the edges because this was a piece that lived a life.

The generously proportioned open-front pocket was designed to organize letters, newspapers, or documents while serving as an eye-catching decorative element.

The vase is in excellent condition and hand signed in script letters as well in molded block letters .

Both sides depict religious figures from Christianity, identified by their names in capital letters: the Evangelist Saint Thomas and Saint Thomas Aquinas on one side; Saint Anne and ...

The shield is mounted to a wooden frame with a top and bottom bracket, each with five holes for mounting a fanned array of ceremonial flags. The letters “RF” stand for République Fr...

It remains entirely usable, and is as good on a desk or a library table today as it was in a cabin or a tent, holding letters, papers, and small things behind a lock.

This lovely Victorian fob seal personal charm is centred with a translucent chalcedony with engraved name – a beautiful intaglio, preserving the quiet romance of handwritten letter...

The monogram of the artist in the shape of a face with the letters A and R appears on the lower right. The artwork is in good conditions, but it presents numerous dark stains of fung...

The lower section retains the classic directional letters, reinforcing its original function and adding graphic balance to the composition.

One side features a circular black-enamel intaglio engraving of the cryptic Masonic letters HTWSSTKS, which stand for Hiram, The Widow's Son, Sent To King Solomon.

This impression on japon paper was printed in 1875 (before letters were added) and published in Paris for a deluxe edition of L'Art.

The signature is hand written in block letters .

The painting is signed "Cecil Hill" in the lower left corner; directly underneath his signature are the letters "N Y" clearly delineated, which would probably indicate New York state...

While not officially "signed", I think it liklely that the letters on the barn "L. Duff" indicate the artist.

The lower section retains the traditional directional letters and central rotating shaft, while the copper surface shows a rich time-worn patina with dark brown and green oxidized to...

The lower section retains the classic directional letters and central shaft, enhancing both the functional and ornamental identity of the piece.

Below the lion, the weather vane includes the cardinal point letters N, E, S and W, together with spherical decorative elements and a central support.

The lower section retains the classic cardinal point letters N, E, S and W, together with the central rotating shaft and spherical decorative element.

All are marked with the letters JB. There is no other manufacturer whose finishing techniques remain as durable as Jennings Brothers.

The Rooster is signed in moulded block letters R.Lalique and France in hand written script letters.

Below, smaller three-dimensional birds are positioned around the directional arms, together with cardinal point letters and decorative spherical elements. The composition is playful,...

As the pommel is turned, the letters inscribed along the upper border combine to form a famous maxim: L'UNION FAIT LA FORCE (Unity is Strength) and LIBERTÉ (Freedom).

A complimentary decor to any shelf and great storage box, from love letters to sewing supplies. A great gift for anyone, mom to your boyfriend!

The front bears a large shaped cartouche inscribed "BRASILLE" in capital letters, denoting Brazilian tobacco, surrounded by an elaborate border of scrolling acanthus, floral sprays, ...

Above the ship, a curling ribbon banner in contrasting tan and black wool sweeps across the sky, inscribed "ABOUKIR" in appliquéd wool letters. The piece is presented in its original...

these objects were filled with sand and poured on letters from ink pens that would blot. The sand trapped the blots preventing smearing of the ink.

Hugo D'Alessi (1849-1906) depicting three different views with a train running past an old stone arch bridge over a mountain river in a valley in the centre titled Neubruck Vallee de...

He was also a member of the National Society of Arts and Letters, of the Royal Institute of Painters in Oil Colours in London and the Secessionist groups of Berlin and Munich.

P.S.- I prefer as many letters oncards as you can send me. J. Baines, 32 Oak Lane, Bradford, reg.

Inside there are a few handy places to hold letters and writing materials, and in addition to this there is a secret hidden compartment revealing two small drawers concealed beneath ...

The drawer reveals an adjustable reading slope and divided pigeonholes for letters and stationery. Slide back the writing surface to reveal another compartment with six alphabetized ...

The nickel keys are glass with black and gold letters. Completely cleaned with new ribbon installed, this typewriter has smooth typing and functions well.

The back of this marvellous charm is engraved with the date 22 june 1893 and the letters M R D We love every little detail of this marvellous pendant.

Inside there are a few handy places to hold letters and writing materials, and in addition to this there is a secret hidden compartment revealing two small drawers concealed beneath ...

Because the metal is soft and heavily weathered, the letters are partially rubbed away, though you can still make out the stylized lettering ending in what appears to be "H:M", dupli...

The fall board opens on hinges and has several small compartments for letters, writing materials etc. The bamboo legs and surrounds have a tortoise shell finish.

The interior comprises four lidded compartments, open storage sections and divided trays for jewellery, letters or dressing accessories, all retaining their original Georgian charact...

The learned subject illustrated and the peculiar dimensions of the painting suggest that it was originally an elegant “sovrapporta” intended to embellish the boiserie of the “studiol...