Skip to main content

Torture Device

Antique Print of Chinese Torture or Punishment of the Rack, 1859
Antique Print of Chinese Torture or Punishment of the Rack, 1859

Antique Print of Chinese Torture or Punishment of the Rack, 1859

Located in Langweer, NL

Print of Chinese punishment of the rack. The rack is a torture device consisting of a rectangular, usually wooden frame.

Category

Antique 1850s English Prints

Materials

Paper

A metamorphic figure of a 'Nuremberg Iron Maiden'
A metamorphic figure of a 'Nuremberg Iron Maiden'

A metamorphic figure of a 'Nuremberg Iron Maiden'

By Carl Kauba

Located in London, England

The Egyptian-styled statuette depicts a female nude in something akin to an iron maiden, which in popular culture was once thought to be a medieval torture device although evidence i...

Category

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Nude Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Akoya Pearl & Turquoise Berry Clusters on Leafy 14K Gold Dangle Earrings
Akoya Pearl & Turquoise Berry Clusters on Leafy 14K Gold Dangle Earrings

Akoya Pearl & Turquoise Berry Clusters on Leafy 14K Gold Dangle Earrings

By Eytan Brandes

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

The backs of the earrings are completely free of evidence of their former lives as lobe-torture devices. Since the purity marks were on the original screwback fittings, we marked ea...

Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

The Bull of Phalaris (After Woeiriot) - Vivid Oil Painting - Adrian Barquero
The Bull of Phalaris (After Woeiriot) - Vivid Oil Painting - Adrian Barquero

The Bull of Phalaris (After Woeiriot) - Vivid Oil Painting - Adrian Barquero

By Adrian Barquero

Located in Chicago, IL

Adrian Barquero The Bull of Phalaris ( After Woeiriot) , 2026 oil on canvas 50h x 40w in 127h x 101.60w x 3.81d cm ABQ019 Dominated by a monumental cobalt bull set upon a plinth, th...

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Recent Sales

Handmade Artisan Doll Torture "Rack"
Handmade Artisan Doll Torture "Rack"

Handmade Artisan Doll Torture "Rack"

Unavailable

H 8 in W 22.75 in D 7 in

Handmade Artisan Doll Torture "Rack"

Located in Nashville, TN

As the story goes, a fine Tennessee dollhouse maker meticulously crafted working torture devices for dolls in his retirement.

Category

20th Century American Toys

Materials

Wood, String

Handmade Artisan Working Doll Guillotine
Handmade Artisan Working Doll Guillotine

Handmade Artisan Working Doll Guillotine

Located in Nashville, TN

As the story goes, a fine Tennessee dollhouse maker meticulously crafted working torture devices for dolls in his retirement.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Outsider and Self Taught Art

Materials

Wood, String

Miniature 'Iron Maiden' Torture Chambers
Miniature 'Iron Maiden' Torture Chambers

Miniature 'Iron Maiden' Torture Chambers

Sold

H 4.25 in W 2 in D 2 in

Miniature 'Iron Maiden' Torture Chambers

Located in Hanover, MA

An iron maiden (German: Eiserne Jungfrau) is a torture device, consisting of an iron cabinet, with a hinged front, sufficiently tall to enclose a human being.

Category

Antique 19th Century German Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Antique French Cast Iron Screw Press
Antique French Cast Iron Screw Press

Antique French Cast Iron Screw Press

Sold

H 16 in W 8 in D 8 in

Antique French Cast Iron Screw Press

Located in Forney, TX

Many people like to compare the object to a medieval torture device, and, if you get a chance to see one, you'd be hard "pressed" do disagree.

Category

Early 20th Century French Tableware

Materials

Iron

Scold’s Bridle Metal Mask, United Kingdom, 1700
Scold’s Bridle Metal Mask, United Kingdom, 1700

Scold’s Bridle Metal Mask, United Kingdom, 1700

Located in Milan, IT

Scold’s bridle, a metal mask, was used to punish mainly women found gossiping, nagging, brawling with neighbors or lying. The torture device is an iron muzzle in an iron framework th...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century British Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Miniature Iron Maiden of Nuremberg
Miniature Iron Maiden of Nuremberg

Miniature Iron Maiden of Nuremberg

Located in Hanover, MA

At base of doors is printed Eiserne Jungfrau. An iron maiden is a torture device, consisting of an iron cabinet, with a hinged front, sufficiently tall to enclose a human being.

Category

Antique 1890s German Gothic Models and Miniatures

Materials

Iron

Wood Holy Man Sandals from Southern India
Wood Holy Man Sandals from Southern India

Wood Holy Man Sandals from Southern India

Located in Richmond, CA

Great conversation piece or foot torture device.

Category

Vintage 1930s Indian Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

You May Also Like

Corletto Italy Cultured Pearl and Turquoise Flower Yellow Gold Button Earrings
Corletto Italy Cultured Pearl and Turquoise Flower Yellow Gold Button Earrings

Corletto Italy Cultured Pearl and Turquoise Flower Yellow Gold Button Earrings

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Mid 20th Century beautifully made by Corletto in Italy. These floral button shaped earrings featuring 7 mm plus size pearl centrally set in a four prong turquoise cabochon frame wi...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Stud Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Untitled Nude Bronze Sculpture, Contemporary, Edition of VII, 1985
Untitled Nude Bronze Sculpture, Contemporary, Edition of VII, 1985

Untitled Nude Bronze Sculpture, Contemporary, Edition of VII, 1985

By Felipe Castañeda

Located in Aventura, FL

Bronze sculpture. Incised artist signature with date and edition. Size includes base. Additional images are available upon request. Certificate of Authenticity is included. Please ...

Category

1980s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Emma Chapman Turquoise Tourmaline Diamond 18K Yellow Gold  Dangle Earrings
Emma Chapman Turquoise Tourmaline Diamond 18K Yellow Gold  Dangle Earrings

Emma Chapman Turquoise Tourmaline Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings

By Emma Chapman

Located in Frome, Somerset

These divine turquoise and tourmaline dangle earrings have been handmade in our workshops and are one-of-a-kind. They feature turquoise drops which are capped with cabochon green ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Yello...

"Fernand Clement & Cie" lithograph print poster by Pal (Jean de Paléologue)
"Fernand Clement & Cie" lithograph print poster by Pal (Jean de Paléologue)

"Fernand Clement & Cie" lithograph print poster by Pal (Jean de Paléologue)

By Pal (Jean de Paléologue)

Located in Boca Raton, FL

"Fernand Clément & Cie" framed lithograph poster by Pal (Jean de Paléologue.) Inscription on side reads Imp. Paul Dupont, 4 Rue du Bouloi, Paris. Recreation 84 Wannabe Affiche, Ltd. ...

Category

1890s Art Nouveau Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Circa 1900 French poster “Nécromancie Populaire – Le Jeu de l’Oracle du Destin"
Circa 1900 French poster “Nécromancie Populaire – Le Jeu de l’Oracle du Destin"

Circa 1900 French poster “Nécromancie Populaire – Le Jeu de l’Oracle du Destin"

Located in PARIS, FR

This intriguing circa-1900 French poster titled “Nécromancie Populaire – Le Jeu de l’Oracle du Destin” reflects the widespread fascination with fortune-telling, occult practices, and...

Category

Early 1900s More Prints

Materials

Linen, Paper, Lithograph

"Young Woman Nude" Warren Wheelock, Art Deco, Modernist Female Sculpture Form
"Young Woman Nude" Warren Wheelock, Art Deco, Modernist Female Sculpture Form

"Young Woman Nude" Warren Wheelock, Art Deco, Modernist Female Sculpture Form

By Warren Wheelock

Located in New York, NY

Warren Wheelock Untitled (Young Woman Nude), 1924 Incised signature and date to edge of base "© 1924 by Warren Wheelock" Bronze Sculpture: 20 h × 4½ w × 4½ d inches Base: 5¾ h × 5¾ w...

Category

1920s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique Hand Colored Print of Chinese Life
Antique Hand Colored Print of Chinese Life

Antique Hand Colored Print of Chinese Life

$195

H 10 in W 12.75 in D 0.1 in

Antique Hand Colored Print of Chinese Life

Located in Rochester, NY

Early 19th century hand colored engraving of Chinese life. Original print from "The punishments of China" illustrated by twenty-two engravings by Mason, George Henry; Dadley, J. P. P...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Prints

Materials

Paint, Paper

Bijoux Num Turquoise and Carved Mother of Pearl Flower Drop Earrings
Bijoux Num Turquoise and Carved Mother of Pearl Flower Drop Earrings

Bijoux Num Turquoise and Carved Mother of Pearl Flower Drop Earrings

By Bijoux Num

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning Oval Turquoise and Carved Mother of Pearl Flower Drop Vermeil Earrings This gorgeous pair of earrings features genuine oval cabochon-cut blue turquoise and beautifully carv...

Category

2010s American Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Antique Religious Print "No. 35" the Crucifixion of Jesus, circa 1840
Antique Religious Print "No. 35" the Crucifixion of Jesus, circa 1840

Antique Religious Print "No. 35" the Crucifixion of Jesus, circa 1840

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique print titled ‘Histoire Sainte, Nouveau Testament, Crucifiement.’ This plate shows a scene from the New Testament; The Crucifixion of Jesus.’ This print originates from a r...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Prints

Materials

Paper

Huge Female Bronze Nude Sculpture by John Destefano
Huge Female Bronze Nude Sculpture by John Destefano

Huge Female Bronze Nude Sculpture by John Destefano

$21,195Sale Price|52% Off

H 33.25 in W 24 in D 22 in

Huge Female Bronze Nude Sculpture by John Destefano

By John DeSefano

Located in Redding, CT

Huge Female bronze nude by John DeStefano. Signed lower left. Gorgeous detail to this beautiful bust including life-like size and a realist design . Incredible detail in her flowing...

Category

Late 20th Century American Art Nouveau Busts

Materials

Bronze

Antique Print of Cangue or Tcha Punishment in China, '1834'
Antique Print of Cangue or Tcha Punishment in China, '1834'

Antique Print of Cangue or Tcha Punishment in China, '1834'

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique print titled 'La Cangué - Pieds de Dames - Le Tcha'. Three views on one sheet depicting cangue or tcha punishment and feet of Chinese ladies. This print originates from 'Voya...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Prints

Materials

Paper

American Art Deco Wrought Iron Sculpture of Nude Female, ca. 1920’s
American Art Deco Wrought Iron Sculpture of Nude Female, ca. 1920’s

American Art Deco Wrought Iron Sculpture of Nude Female, ca. 1920’s

Located in New York, NY

American Art Deco Nude Female Wrought Iron Sculpture ca. 1920’s DIMENSIONS Height: 13 inches Width: 4 inches Depth: 4 inches ABOUT Designed in...

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wrought Iron

South Sea Pearl and Turquoise Diamond Drop Earrings in 14K Gold
South Sea Pearl and Turquoise Diamond Drop Earrings in 14K Gold

South Sea Pearl and Turquoise Diamond Drop Earrings in 14K Gold

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Merging the ethereal charm of the ocean with the azure mysteries of the sky, these magnificent earrings are a paragon of unparalleled luxury and grace. The centerpiece of each earrin...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Bronze Sculpture Of A Dancer After Demetre Chiparus
Art Deco Style Bronze Sculpture Of A Dancer After Demetre Chiparus

Art Deco Style Bronze Sculpture Of A Dancer After Demetre Chiparus

By Demetre Chiparus

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is an Art Deco Style Bronze Sculpture of a Dancer after Demetre Chiparus. It depicts a bronze sculpture of a dancer in an elegant pose wearing an exotic costume ( the Bedlah ). ...

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Articulated Bronze Woman Sculpture by Carl Kauba, 1900s
Articulated Bronze Woman Sculpture by Carl Kauba, 1900s

Articulated Bronze Woman Sculpture by Carl Kauba, 1900s

By Carl Kauba

Located in Benalmadena, ES

Sculpture created by the renowned Austrian sculptor Carl Kauba in the early 1900s, depicting a female figure in bronze with articulated arms that can delicately reveal or conceal her...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Emma Chapman One-of-a-Kind Pearl Emerald Dangle Earrings, 18k Gold
Emma Chapman One-of-a-Kind Pearl Emerald Dangle Earrings, 18k Gold

Emma Chapman One-of-a-Kind Pearl Emerald Dangle Earrings, 18k Gold

By Emma Chapman

Located in Frome, Somerset

These divine one-of-a-kind pearl and emerald dangle earrings have been handmade in our workshops. They feature central pearls, which are set in 18k yellow gold hand-engraved flower...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

People Also Browsed

14K Gold Natural Turquoise & Diamond Dangle Earrings, 5.69ct
14K Gold Natural Turquoise & Diamond Dangle Earrings, 5.69ct

14K Gold Natural Turquoise & Diamond Dangle Earrings, 5.69ct

$1,240Sale Price|20% Off

W 3.15 in L 1.58 in

14K Gold Natural Turquoise & Diamond Dangle Earrings, 5.69ct

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Diamond Cascade Drop Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold These exquisite dangle earrings feature rare Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise from the now-c...

Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 13.5 Carat Pink Tourmaline 18K Gold/Sterling Drop Earrings
Steven Battelle 13.5 Carat Pink Tourmaline 18K Gold/Sterling Drop Earrings

Steven Battelle 13.5 Carat Pink Tourmaline 18K Gold/Sterling Drop Earrings

By Steven Battelle

Located in Soquel, CA

Two clear pink Brazilian tourmaline 10 x 14 mm cabochons are surrounded by 4 point spirals, a twist wire and "jawan" (18K large granulation) in these ancient-inspired handmade drop e...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Rosso Levanto Eclipse Bowl
Rosso Levanto Eclipse Bowl

Rosso Levanto Eclipse Bowl

$465 / item

H 3.15 in Dm 11.82 in

Rosso Levanto Eclipse Bowl

By Kiwano Concept

Located in Eindhoven, NB

Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our exquisite Rosso Levanto ECLIPSE marble bowls are a study in sculptural simplicity. This marble bowl is stunning with its timeless esthetic ...

Category

2010s Dutch Modern Serving Bowls

Materials

Marble

Testa Di Fauno Statue

Testa Di Fauno Statue

$4,345 / item

H 19.69 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Testa Di Fauno Statue

By Fonderia Artistica Ruocco

Located in Milan, IT

This exquisite piece represents the head of a bearded faun, clearly depicted with his goat horns and elongated ears. The faun was the Roman equivalent of the ancient Greek satyr, a m...

Category

2010s Italian Statues

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Natural 29.58cts Pearl, 1.31cts Diamond & 0.68cts Sapphire Earrings in 14k Gold
Natural 29.58cts Pearl, 1.31cts Diamond & 0.68cts Sapphire Earrings in 14k Gold

Natural 29.58cts Pearl, 1.31cts Diamond & 0.68cts Sapphire Earrings in 14k Gold

Located in jaipur, IN

You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Earring is crafted from 14-carat gold and features a sapphire, ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Turquoise Cabochon Diamond Stud Earrings 14K White Gold, 0.40 Carat
Turquoise Cabochon Diamond Stud Earrings 14K White Gold, 0.40 Carat

Turquoise Cabochon Diamond Stud Earrings 14K White Gold, 0.40 Carat

Located in Hong Kong, HK

These exquisite stud earrings are crafted in 14 karat solid white gold, showcasing a refined balance of vibrant color and timeless elegance. At the heart of each earring sits a vivid...

Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

Late Art Deco Night & Day Pearl 8.0 Ct Diamond Flower Earrings
Late Art Deco Night & Day Pearl 8.0 Ct Diamond Flower Earrings

Late Art Deco Night & Day Pearl 8.0 Ct Diamond Flower Earrings

Located in Napoli, IT

quite an exceptional late art Deco Diamond pearl earrings 1935 circa – super elegant design made in night & Day version but actually like having 3 pairs of earrings in one, all i...

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Hans J. Wegner for Getama – Model GE6 Teak Daybed, Denmark, 1960
Hans J. Wegner for Getama – Model GE6 Teak Daybed, Denmark, 1960

Hans J. Wegner for Getama – Model GE6 Teak Daybed, Denmark, 1960

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Chicago, IL

Hans J. Wegner for Getama – Model GE6 Teak Daybed, Denmark, 1960 A classic Danish modern daybed designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, model GE6, crafted in teakwood with newly uph...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

7.41 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
7.41 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring

7.41 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

This stunning ring boasts a 7.41 carat Ceylon Sapphire surrounded by 1.55 carats of round brilliant cut bright white diamonds. Mounted in 18 karat white gold and expertly crafted, th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Italian Curule Armchair, Wrought Iron & Brass, 1950s
Vintage Italian Curule Armchair, Wrought Iron & Brass, 1950s

Vintage Italian Curule Armchair, Wrought Iron & Brass, 1950s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Hollywood Regency wrought iron and brass curule chair with new cognac leather. Made in Italy.

Category

20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Bullfighting Scene Oil on Canvas, Expressionist, Circa 1960, Unframed
Bullfighting Scene Oil on Canvas, Expressionist, Circa 1960, Unframed

Bullfighting Scene Oil on Canvas, Expressionist, Circa 1960, Unframed

By Jose Maria Tuser Vazquez

Located in Sitges, Barcelona

Title: Bullfighting Scene Artist: José María Tuser Vázquez (1919-1986) Technique: Oil on canvas Dimensions: 16.1 x 13 inches (unframed) Date: c. 1950-1960 Condition: Good Provenance:...

Category

1960s Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Blue Sapphire Cabs 14kt Solid Gold Natural Turquoise Plain Drops Stud Earrings
Blue Sapphire Cabs 14kt Solid Gold Natural Turquoise Plain Drops Stud Earrings

Blue Sapphire Cabs 14kt Solid Gold Natural Turquoise Plain Drops Stud Earrings

By Tutti Frutti Jewellery

Located in Bangkok, TH

These simple but elegant and handmade earrings have 2 Oval Blue Sapphire cabs measuring 8 x 10 mm set in a 14 Kt yellow gold bezel at the top to which are suspended 2 Plain Natural...

Category

2010s Thai Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

2.56 Carat Diamond Tear Drop South Sea Cultured Pearl Platinum Dangle Earrings
2.56 Carat Diamond Tear Drop South Sea Cultured Pearl Platinum Dangle Earrings

2.56 Carat Diamond Tear Drop South Sea Cultured Pearl Platinum Dangle Earrings

Located in Stamford, CT

Experience the epitome of elegance with our tear drop South Sea cultured Pearl Diamond platinum dangle earrings. Each earring features a luminous teardrop-shaped pearl, renowned for ...

Category

Late 20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Giltwood Baroque Ornament, Carved, Italy Circa 1650-1750
Giltwood Baroque Ornament, Carved, Italy Circa 1650-1750

Giltwood Baroque Ornament, Carved, Italy Circa 1650-1750

$518Sale Price|53% Off

H 25.2 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in

Giltwood Baroque Ornament, Carved, Italy Circa 1650-1750

Located in Buisson, FR

Beautiful carved giltwood baroque ornament. Italy, 17/18th century. Weathered and small losses. Measurement includes the wooden base.

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega Decorative Fireplace Mantel
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega Decorative Fireplace Mantel

Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega Decorative Fireplace Mantel

By Vittorio Valabrega

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega, decorative fireplace mantel, lacquered wood, plaster, glass, iron, Italy, 1930s This striking decorative fireplace mantel, presumabl...

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Torture Device", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.