Antique Moth

A colourful and well detailed set of twenty-four late 19th Century English hand coloured prints of butterflies and moths. Depicting various adult specimens of caterpillars and pupae.

The German title at the bottom, *Dämmerungsfalter* ("Twilight Moths" or "Crepuscular Moths"), refers to moths active during dusk and evening hours.

Claw indicating Chellier, 53 Rue de Vivienne, successor to Reverdot Paris. Several moth holes in the wool felt. The piece is presentable as is despite its average state of preservati...

Inset with carved jade moth plaque. Bakelite and brass handset. Signed.

An exceptional Federal cherry tall case clock with a brass eight day works signed Jedediah Weiss Bethlehem, with beautiful inlay including a contrasting fan carving above the waist d...

Albin created these beautifully decorative early 18th Century depictions of moths, caterpillars, butterflies pupae and their habitats for inclusion in 'A Natural History of Insects',...

The insects illustrated are typical of British woodland and hedgerow environments and likely include early depictions of species now classified among tiger moths, geometers, and othe...

The insects shown are primarily moths, likely including tiger moths, tussock moths, and other early recorded British species.

Theme: Represents birds on flower branches and moths, common elements that symbolize natural beauty and harmony.

Huge ivory reserve of the best pashmina made from Tibetan goat wool. A few moth holes in the reserve and some weaknesses on the side borders which have been strengthened in a few pla...

The skirt fastens at the front with a hook-and-eye closure. A few rare moth holes are visible on the skirt; these are the only flaws to note.

The insects—likely early representations of tiger moths, noctuid moths, and geometrids—are shown at different stages of development, offering a clear and instructive visual narrative...

The second plate features the Poplar Hawk Moth (Laothoe populi), one of the most recognizable British moths.

The centre of the inkstand is fitted with an oval waisted receptacle fitted with a domed, hinged cover surmounted with an impressive cast silver gilt decorated finial, realistically ...

Unusually, this shawl has no moth holes, but only a faint yellowish ring, barely visible (see last photo).

Label indicating Au Louvre Paris, ladies hosiery, special manufacture, size 46 France. Several tiny moth holes in the royal blue wool, but stable condition, can be displayed as is as...

Caterpillars are shown actively feeding on leaves, with clearly visible bite marks, while pupae and several species of moths—possibly early depictions of tiger moths and geometrids—a...

Covered in an exquisite embroidered textile depicting oversized silk moths, the fabric is remarkable for its dimensional needlework and luxurious texture.

The engravings depict insects at various stages of their life cycle—caterpillars, chrysalides, and moths—shown in direct relationship with their host plants.

The collections feature a beautifully varied selection of butterfly and moth species, all carefully pinned and preserved in the early 20th‑century manner.

Can also be used as a decoration, bed or sofa throw. Very few moth holes (less than 2 mm each), otherwise very good structural resistance to handling.

Camphor wood was valued not only for its attractive grain and durability, but also for its distinctive natural scent, which helped deter moths and insects. This made camphor chests e...

A Large Honey Coloured Carved Oriental Chest This is a Beautiful Carved Chest it is made from camphor wood it is fragrant and smells a bit like Eucalyptus and this most attractive o...

The carpet is in very good condition, has been professionally cleaned and moth-proofed, and is stored (and will ship) in the cleaner's protective plastic wrapping.

This shawl is particularly soft and supple, among the finest productions of the Sick period in India. Rare and tiny moth holes (averaging 1 mm to 2 mm), and two discreet halos in the...

The black wool is strong with no defaults except two little moths holes at one shoulder. The silk lining near the shoulders is fragile too.

Newly restored in England with black paint overlaid with decoupage of butterflies and moths, all framed with a border.

The matching skirt is fitted with large pleats at the waist, unfolding at the back thanks to a petticoat with an integrated turn in brown woolen cheesecloth (unfortunately very moth-...

A vintage stopper repair on 1 cm, and 4 to 5 tiny moth holes, clean and very resistant. Very good condition of color and conservation.

Note five or six tiny moth holes that are difficult to see and do not call into question the stability of this scarf.

However the main reason for using camphor wood is its fragrance it smells a bit like Eucalyptus and this most attractive of smells repels moths hence its common use in the best quali...

The wool fibers are remarkably intact, clean, and tightly woven, with no significant moth damage, bare patches, or major thread pulling.

Front panels decorated with a moth and chainlink border. Internally painted blood red.

A vintage stopper repair on 1 cm, and 4 to 5 tiny moth holes, clean and very resistant. Very good condition of color and conservation.

Mid 19th Century with a small moth or butterfly caught under glass with an iridescent blue butterfly wing back ground.

Dated to the late 19th century, this antique jar is a beautiful example of the cabbage & moth motif, rich aged with subtle crazing and a patina only time can achieve.

From an English series of illustrations of butterflies and moths. Butterflies / moths are numbered and there is an accompanying text sheet identifying each butterfly / moth. 270mm b...

From an English series of illustrations of butterflies and moths. Butterflies / moths are numbered and there is an accompanying text sheet identifying each butterfly / moth. 270mm b...

From an English series of illustrations of butterflies and moths. Butterflies / moths are numbered and there is an accompanying text sheet identifying each butterfly / moth. 270mm b...

From an English series of illustrations of butterflies and moths. Butterflies / moths are numbered and there is an accompanying text sheet identifying each butterfly / moth. 270mm b...

From an English series of illustrations of butterflies and moths. Butterflies / moths are numbered and there is an accompanying text sheet identifying each butterfly / moth. 270mm b...

From an English series of illustrations of butterflies and moths. Butterflies / moths are numbered and there is an accompanying text sheet identifying each butterfly / moth. 270mm b...

From an English series of illustrations of butterflies and moths. Butterflies / moths are numbered and there is an accompanying text sheet identifying each butterfly / moth. 270mm b...

However the main reason for using camphor wood is its fragrance, it smells a bit like Eucalyptus and this most attractive of smells repels moths hence its common use in the best qual...

With a very small brown moth mounted on a brilliant blue real Morpho butterfly wing to one side and another wing to the reverse.

The signature in one corner indicates LW, possibly from the Lion Frères manufactory in Paris. Few micro moth holes, without compromising the solidity of this collector's shawl, perfe...

A large, single faience tile bearing a richly colored polychrome transfer print — depicting a lavish still life of peaches, white and dark grapes, a split pomegranate, blackberries, ...

Symbol of the Hebrew Menorah or candelabrum with seven branches in the center of the tunic with probably a Jewish origin (?). Note two tiny moth holes of 1 mm each - under an armpit ...

However the main reason for using camphor wood is its fragrance, it smells a bit like Eucalyptus and this most attractive of smells which repels moths hence its common use in the bes...

The plate includes the caterpillar, chrysalis, and adult moth, along with several small flying insects such as bees or wasps.

Multiple stages of development appear, including caterpillars feeding on the leaves and adult moths. The elegant vertical arrangement of plant and insects creates a balanced and live...

He was an avid collector of art and had an interest in natural history. Specific types of moths and butterflies projected: Emperor Moth (Saturnia pavonia): Typically, this moth ...

Tapered pashmina fringes on both ends. Several small moth holes and two restored areas in the corners.

Schmutzer in the late 18th century (circa 1775-1790), depict various stages of butterfly life, including moths, caterpillars, and pupae. The butterflies and moths depicted in these...

No significant pile loss, no moth damage, no repairs visible. The camel ground has mellowed to a warm honey tone — normal and beautiful for 120-year-old wool

The rim is decorated in a variation of the moth border with cobalt rope edge. China, made for the Western trade, circa 1750-70.

Executed with extraordinary precision, the composition features a densely worked arrangement of flowers, auspicious bats, and delicate moths, rendered against a luminous blue silk gr...