Antique Letters

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

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.

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

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.

An Extremely Good Quality Mid 19th Century, Victorian, Burr Walnut Stationary Box, With Profuse Original Brass Bound Decoration And Hinged Dome Lid, Enclosing Lined And Fitted Interi...

Stamped: Baccarat, France and other stamps with letters and numbers on gilt-bronze frame. Circa Paris, 1900.

Both practical and decorative, it can be used to hold letters, place cards, or photographs, while also serving as a charming ornamental object on a desk or table.

The work often features rotational symmetry within the design, and the most common forms include silhouettes, Valentine's Day cards, and love letters. This artistic tradition origina...

During the 19th century such desks were used for correspondence, account keeping and writing letters, often occupying pride of place within a well-appointed home.

The front of the coin contains the letters IHS, the Greek abbreviation for Jesus that is often seen in religious imagery.

Original hand-painted numbers 4, 5 and 6 on the back rest and also the letters suppoost, meaning steward or custodian. This wonderful bench is in good original condition with minor ...

One side of the locket contains the phrase written in block letters in a shape that makes a diagonal slash. There is something very sweet about the spacing and slight imperfections o...

Presented in a period-correct fitted box and signed KF (in Cyrillic letters), this brooch is a rare and highly desirable collector's piece.

The interior compartment measures approximately 3 inches deep, providing generous storage for jewelry, letters or treasured keepsakes. The box is presented without its original key.

Each piece is monogrammed but we are unable to make out the letters. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: Coffee pot: 8.5" H x 10.5" W x 4" D Teapot: 7" H x 10.5" W x 4.5" D

The dial is profusely engraved with Roman numerals, Latin letters, and compass markings such as NN, NE, SE, SW.

Always hand engraved, the print is usually in italicized letters and always on the inside so as to remain a secret between the couple only.

The back of the fob has a circle framed with white enamel with the letters "HTWSSTKS." These stand for, "Hiram, Tyrian, Widow's Son, Sendeth to King Solomon."

The interiors of the drawers have been later lined in soft velvet, transforming the piece into an ideal jewelry cabinet or repository for watches, precious objects, letters, and pers...

Coins dangle from her head dress onto her forehead, each coin contains two letters of her name. carved marble signed P. Romanelli/ Firenze

ADDITIONLA INFORMATION: An excellent collected works of Bacon, printed in English and in Latin, collecting his Scientific, philosophical and historical works, together with his speec...

The clock face has faded letters, mostly illegible. CONDITION Very good original condition with wear consistent with age and use and beautiful vintage antique character.

The ring has rose cut diamonds set through the letters and is in great condition.. Item #R2484 Metal: 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Top Weight: 2.1 Grams Size: 5 Diamonds: Approx...

  "...Upon his first arrival on earth, Myrthe became incarnated in the person of a marquis [...]He spent the day in writing billet-doux, and love-letters in rhyme."  T.Delord. Les ...

A decorative piece which we like to think has housed love letters galore over the centuries.

Introduced in the 1700s as a practical tool for sealing letters, it embodies tradition, refinement, and timeless elegance.

Crafted from richly grained wood, the box is fitted with brass hinges and opens to reveal a luxurious crimson velvet-lined interior, ideal for storing jewelry, keepsakes, letters, or...

Not signed. This state (before letters and on japon) is far more rare than the final published edition.

The cut signé shows the three letters J (Joseph), L (Ludwig/Lobmeyr) and W (for Vienna) intertwined in a net shape, with the W lying horizontally.

These coins usually featured images of idealized faces of Apollo or Nymphs on the obverse, while on the reverse they featured a wheel symbolizing trade, accompanied by the letters MA...

The symbol is a monogram of the Greek letters ‘Chi (X)’ and ‘Rho (P)’ which together form the first two letters of ‘Christ’ in Greek.

The slanted fall-front opens to reveal a beautifully arranged interior in a rich cinnabar red, featuring small drawers and an open compartment - ideal for storing letters and persona...

The piece features a central upright carry handle and four divisions designed as the letters of the word 'TOAST', each meticulously crafted in silver wirework.

Many two-part, secretary-bookcase versions feature a "chapeau de gendarme" (gendarme's hat) bonnet top over raised-panel cabinet doors. he slant-front opens to reveal a tiered, stepp...

The plate is titled “LETTERS” and is numbered 89 in the upper right corner, corresponding to No.

During the first half of the nineteenth century, mail coaches represented the pinnacle of land transport, carrying passengers, letters and parcels across the country according to str...

Inscripted on the lowet margin in Capital Letters: Pile of Fouldrey Castle. Engraved by Fenner & C.

Founded in 1776 as a cabinet maker, Robert Strahan & Co. grew to become one of Ireland's premiere furniture designers, exhibiting at The Great Industrial Exhibition of 1853 in Dublin...

The painting bears a monogram, apparently incorporating the letters I.B. or J.V., discreetly placed on a barrel in the foreground.

Ideal on a coffee table, console, or desk to store remotes, letters, or small valuables, while adding a distinctly French provincial touch.

The elongated beak functions as a practical clip, securely holding letters and papers, while the subtly textured surface and delicately modeled features—including expressive eyes—dem...

The elegant hand-painted original frame reveals an enigmatic title, inscribed at the lower edge in Gothic letters against a gilded background: “Reitter [sic] oder König”, literally t...

This exemple is in opalescent glass with a yellow glows on the glass W The vase is hand signed in block letters and is in excellent condition .

To the interior of one side of the case is an original Art Deco monogram which is most likely 'NWN' or a variation of the same letters. There are crisp London gold hallmarks to the i...

The dress and the inkwell visible on the lower edge suggest a man of standing, likely a man of letters or a public official. The aphorism is traditionally associated with Nicolas Cha...

The engraving depicts the overlapping Greek letters chi (Χ) and rho (Ρ) in reverse (as was customary for sealing), set within a subtly layered agate marked by natural banding.

Measuring 8.75" long, 5" deep, and 5.25" tall, this character-filled chest is lined with plush black felt, making it a perfect sanctuary for jewelry, vintage letters, or small collec...

The front edge of the relief is marked with a cypher made up of letters and symbols.

The seat is covered in a cream/beige colored fabric with Latin text and decorative illuminated letters. The text appears to include phrases like "ADBF" and references to ecclesiastic...

The work is after Giovan Battista Cipriani. Numbered in Capital Letters on Plate on the Lower margin: LIV. Fair conditions: a minor loss is present on the upper left corner.

Its compartments are thoughtfully shaped to hold letters, notes, or small personal items, making it both decorative and functional.

Original antique poster in French - Emprunt de la Paix Souscrivez a la Banque Industrielle de Chine / Peace Loan Subscribe to the Industrial Bank of China (based in Shanghai and Pari...

Originally designed to hold cherished letters, waka poetry scrolls, or precious scholar's objects, this box serves as a highly sophisticated focal point that brings a deep sense of p...

Spanning nearly thirty years of Muir's writing, Steep Trails features private letters to friends and articles that first appeared in publications of limited and local circulation.

The interior opens to reveal a clean, fitted compartment lined in green velvet, ideal for storing letters, documents, or small valuables. The case is constructed of wood, with visibl...

Below, the fall-front desk opens to reveal a beautifully fitted interior with eight dovetailed drawers and five pigeonhole compartments for paper and letters. Teal blue velvet chenil...

A second expedition to Central Africa in 1932–1933 took him along the Congo River and through the regions of Katanga, Lake Tanganyika, and Burundi. His letters from the journey revea...