Antique Tortoiseshell

This technique involves intricate inlays of brass and tortoiseshell, often used in furniture and decorative art.

A striking and most impressive pair of French 19th century Napoleon III period Ebony, Tortoiseshell, brass, ormolu, and black Belgian marble Boulle cabinet vitrines.

Discover a rare and precious collector's item: this gilded bronze and red tortoiseshell timepiece holder, dating from the 18th century.

The popularity of these veneers in the 1690-1730 period is thought to stem from its tortoiseshell like appearance. If mulberry wood is ebonised to reinforce its markings it does not ...

The Angelic Visitation Dutch School, mid 17th century circle of Rembrandt (Dutch 1606-1669) oil on wooden panel, framed in faux tortoiseshell style frame. framed: 25 x 28.75 painting...

At the top apron is an intertwined pierced Ormolu geometric band in front of an exceptionally well executed faux green Tortoiseshell background. Above is the polished Ebony top which...

Early 18th century inlaid Italian walnut and tortoiseshell vargueno. 6 drawers with fine inlay, iron hardware.

The table features a finely shaped top with a tortoiseshell-inspired center, bordered by intricate marquetry inlay and a cast ormolu edge.

The comb retains its tortoiseshell teeth, while the brushes preserve their original bristles, all in good condition with only light signs of age and use.

This Vintage Tortoise Lucite Bangle Set features bangles made from Lucite, a clear acrylic material known for its durability and glossy finish. The tortoiseshell pattern is typically...

A very good quality French 19th Century Boulle mantle clock, having a gilded ormolu putti seated on the top, Red tortoiseshell and brass inlay to the serpentine shaped case, wonderfu...

With typically fine late 19th and early 20th century pieces, Comyns pieces often include tortoiseshell, as well as beautiful Victorian and Art Nouveau styles. 

Roman counterpart: Minerva. Oil on panel, tortoiseshell frame.

English Georgian Chinroserie bow front tortoise shell tea caddy with a hinged tiered lid, Chinese landscape mother of pearl inlays with flanking pagodas, fences, & foliage trees, cen...

It has a waisted case with applied brass decoration and brass and tortoiseshell-style inlaid panels. The white enameled dial has fancy pierced brass hands and a beaded bezel.

Charles-Théodore Frère (French, 1814-1888) "A Street Scene in Cairo" In a carved wood frame painted to mimic tortoiseshell with a pale green velour liner.  Circa 1888 Signed Oil...

A mid-late 19th century monumental Napoleon III gilt bronze mounted ebony, red tortoiseshell and designed brass Boulle style cabinet and mirror Each Boulle style marquetry panel wit...

The gold thumb piece opens the hinged cover to reveal the gold lined, beautifully fitted, interior, containing five implements, including a ribbed gold pencil container, gold bodkin,...

A very luxurious piece that incorporates inlays of tortoiseshell, ivory, and pen work on ebonised wood.

One of a kind patinated bronze bust of a child on a stepped ebonized wood pedestal,François Duquesnoy school, decorated with tortoiseshell look alike inlays. The bust shows a clea...

A striking high quality French 19th century Napoleon III period ormolu, tortoiseshell, and brass inlaid Boulle clock. The clock is raised by handsome ormolu paw feet with acanthus le...

Exquisite Pair of fine Antique Gilt Bronze Mounted Tortoiseshell Inlaid Ebonized Boulle Marquetry Instruments by Gervais-Maximilien-Eugene Durand.

Above are three drawers decorated with exquisite etched ivory displaying finely detailed foliate designs and lovely inlaid Tortoiseshell reserves with fine pierced ormolu pulls.

These 19th century interpretations, crafted from imitation ivory and tortoiseshell, offer a visually captivating tribute to the original, with their light-toned materials beautifully...

18th century Spanish Baroque low side table with rosewood and tortoiseshell inlaid top, with wrought iron stretchers.

Symbols of luxury and social status, snuff boxes were created using only the finest materials, including gold, silver, tortoiseshell, and as is the case in the present example, exqui...

A stunning and extremely high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ebony, ormolu Tortoiseshell and brass inlaid chandelier from the collection of Charles Aznavour.

Cartel from the Louis XV period in brown tortoiseshell and inlaid with brass signed in enamel Jean Louis Delisle in Paris and on the movement, strikes the hours and half-hours revise...

High quality, veneered in ebony, tortoiseshell and leather. Brass inserts. Measures: when closed as console table: H. 79 cm - D. 45 - L. 89 Top measures when open: cm 89 x 89 ...

He attracts attention with objects made from very delicate materials such as mother-of-pearl, tortoiseshell and ivory. He produces a large number of boxes, paper knives, candyboxes, ...

Constructed of ebony and enveloped on all sides with phenomenal tortoiseshell and doré bronze marquetry and ormolu mounts of undeniable skill and artistry, this commode is the pinnac...

A very good quality late 19th Century French boulle inlaid longcase clock, having wonderful scrolling gilded ormolu mounts, an ebonised case with tortoiseshell brass inlaid panels, T...

Each tazza is raised on an ebony mottled base with a Boulle tortoiseshell and etched brass inlay column above. The finely chased ormolu tazza with scrolled design support adorned wit...

Paris, circa 1880 The waisted case, veneered with red tortoiseshell and grilled on the sides, rests on four leaf feet.

Original and timeless tortoiseshell Victorian chain circa 1880s. Oversized Gucci style links with tortoise connectors and metal hook closure. 19.5" x 1.25".

Dasson drew inspiration from the legendary André-Charles Boulle (French, 1642–1732), the royal cabinetmaker to Louis XIV, whose intricate inlay technique combining brass, tortoiseshe...

A George Jones Majolica 10-inch Oval Pen Tray, with green-glazed relief-molded lily pads with white blossoms and naturalistically glazed bullrushes on turquoise-glazed water forming ...

An exquisite French 19th century Louis Philippe period Tortoiseshell, brass, and ebonized Fruitwood Boulle cave a liqueur.

In the Louis XIV style, the tortoiseshell and brass inlaid ebonized wood body, with three wooden shelves, the front with glazed doors, surmounted with a white marble top.

Adding to its allure, the painting is encased in a stunning tortoiseshell-decorated frame, enhancing its majestic presence.

Whether it is the delicate jewelry work of their tortoiseshell and amber handles, or the weaving of the special silk they use for their umbrellas and en-tout-cas, everything is made ...

The most elegant were made using the finest materials, including gold, porcelain, tortoiseshell, enamels and mother-of-pearl — like the present objet d'art.

Over these 300 years, master artisans created and designed elegant snuff boxes using fine metals, rare and beautiful woods, tortoiseshell, mother-of-pearl, precious stones and other ...

Pique a technique of inlaying precious metals into tortoiseshell, was brought to England by the Huguenots when they were expelled from France in the 17th Century.

The cover and base inset with gouache miniatures of the front and back of a chateau, signed Andre inv. with tortoiseshell lined interior maker's mark JG cross between, Paris, 1762-1768.

He attracts attention with objects made from very delicate materials such as mother-of-pearl, tortoiseshell and ivory. He produces a large number of boxes, paper knives, candyboxes, ...

The antique is adorned with intricate inlays of tortoiseshell and brass atop ebonised wood carcass. This technique was popularised by Boulle in the 17th century and since then is hig...

A very good quality 19th century French Boulle inlaid mantel clock having wonderful classical brass inlay to the tortoiseshell ground, a gilded ormolu finial of Boudica above the eig...

Four our swept supports and two under tiers each with porcelain plaques and boulle inlaid tortoiseshell.

A very good quality pair of French late 19th century French Louis XVI style Boulle side cabinets, each with their original white marble tops, red colored tortoiseshell with Fine engr...

He attracts attention with objects made from very delicate materials such as mother-of-pearl, tortoiseshell and ivory. He produces a large number of boxes, paper knives, candyboxes, ...

Beneath the pierced arabesque of flowers, sprawling leaves, and latticework is a red and black tortoiseshell veneer. Exotic materials were often used for luxury items during the Seco...

Master artisans designed and created these elegant little boxes using fine metals, numerous rare and beautiful kinds of wood, porcelain, ivory, tortoiseshell, mother-of-pearl, precio...

A stunning Italian early 18th century Baroque period ebonized fruit wood, tortoiseshell and bone ten drawer, one door specimen cabinet.

Graduated half spheres are pave set with emerald and sapphire paste stones on top of a faux tortoiseshell comb. 1920's USA. 5" x 4" high. Excellent condition.

Carved tortoiseshell ladies comb is flanked by a dragon fan crowned with five ball beads.

An exceptional gilt bronze mounted cut-brass and tortoiseshell-Inlaid ‘Boulle’ Cartel Clock and Barometer Set.

Specific patterns, such as tortoiseshell, cranes, or pine trees, signified longevity, strength, and auspicious fortune—qualities highly prized in Edo society.

A very good quality 19th century French boulle mantel clock with wonderful scrolling foliate ormolu mounts to the surround, brass inlay to the red tortoiseshell. White enamel roman n...

The dove of peace soars through the skies. Made of pique, tortoiseshell inlaid with gold, this charming brooch can rest on your shoulder or perch on your lapel.