Bone Furniture

Antler mounted gun rack; ca. 1900; floor standing. Entwined antler columns supporting an oak butt rest and barrel clamps for four rifles or shotguns; 53"H x 3...

1970s Enrique Garcel tessellated bone lamp. Oval shaped lamp with tessellated bone tiles. Newly rewired with new brass fittings and socket. Lamp takes one standard bulb (not included...

PRESENTING A LOVELY 19C Anglo Indian Highly Carved Sadeli Mosaic Inlaid Sewing Box. Made in Bombay, India, circa 1880. The box is made of sandalwood with highly carved raised teak wood panels on all sides, depicting temple scenes, animals and foliage. The box is in a sarcophagus form. It is edged in bone (and we can tell it is bone and not ivory, from the color and evidence of capillaries, which are not found in ivory), and banded with Bombay Sadeli mosaic and ebony veneer. The lid opens to reveal a removable tray with various open compartments and lidded compartments. 5 lidded compartments, 1 unlidded compartment and 8 holders for thimbles, etc The tray lifts to reveal a blue velvet (original) lined section, for storing jewelry etc, with sections for collars etc. The inside of the lid has a removable mirror (the mirror is missing on this one but can easily be replaced). Behind the mirror is the original green velvet lining. It has its original brass carry handles on the sides and sits on 4 silvered button feet (of recent origin). Some repairs to the exterior and condition issues (priced accordingly), but still a LOVELY COLLECTIBLE box! These boxes were made by superb Indian craftsmen, specifically for sale to the ruling British elite. These types of boxes, carved padouk and sandalwood, (whilst beautiful and superbly crafted) were of a lesser quality, than the more profusely and intricately mosaic inlay, tortoiseshell and ivory boxes, made for the British ‘Upper Classes’ in the areas of Bombay and Vizagapatam. These type of boxes were much more affordable back in 1880 (and indeed today) and would probably have been bought by mid-level diplomats, civil servants or visitors. Sewing boxes (in general), were in EVERY Victorian home in Britain in the 19th century and like other boxes etc were ‘status symbols’ of your place in society! The more ornate the box, the more ‘Upper Class’ you were! SADELI MOSAIC: “Anglo Indian boxes were made in India for the English residents from the early part of the 18th century. They were brought back or sent back to England usually by the people who had commissioned them. From the beginning of the nineteenth century they were imported more commercially, although not in any significant numbers until the middle decades. They were very highly valued, especially the early ones, to the extent that the designs were copied on late 19th and early 20th century tins. The ancient art of Sadeli Mosaic is said to have been introduced from Shiraz in Persia via Sind to Bombay, a long time before the Anglo Indian boxes were made. It was a technique, which required a high degree of skill and patience. It was executed very lavishly, in that the frequent cuts wasted a great amount of the precious materials used. The workmanship was however more than commensurable to the value of the materials. Ivory, silver, pewter (or other metals), wood and Horn were cut into faceted rods which were bound together to form geometric patterns. When the glue has set, the rods were sliced in transverse sections. This gave the maker a number of angled circular pieces in the original pattern. Several variations of patterns could be achieved by combining the materials in different ways. The ivory was sometimes dyed green to give an extra color. The mosaic pieces in a combination of patterns, often separated by ivory, ebony, Horn or silver stringing were used to veneer sandalwood boxes. In the early boxes, which date from the turn of the 18th to the 19th century, there are large panels of mosaic covering tops and sides of boxes. It took incredible skill to cover such large areas without any shakes or wavering of the pattern. The corners and joins on these boxes are impeccably matched. The makers (reputed to be Persian) of Sadeli mosaic made in the first two decades of the 19th century displayed a total understanding of the qualities of the different materials they used. They combined substances, which can expand and contract according to atmospheric conditions with others, which are hard and unyielding. The result was a sharp definition of the lines and patterns, which made up the whole design. On the early boxes the designs look deceptively simple. The fact is, they emerged from a culture, which had mastered geometry and understood how to generate a pattern from a set number of points. The patterns are so harmoniously combined that their incredible complexity is not immediately apparent. The earliest Sadeli boxes...

Antique German antler settee with Rococo style upholstery German, early 20th century Dimensions: Height 108cm, width 212cm, depth 80cm This unusual...

Early 20th Century Horn & Silver Handle Wine Corkscrew From the early 1900s. Measures: 7.5" H, 5.5" W

Oriental work from the 19th century, 2 large shelves in carved wood and bone marquetry. missing bones price is for one two are available

Circa 1750. Tortoiseshell and mother of pearl box with sliding top from Mexico 18th century. Beautiful designs all over. As is condition.

Unique 18th century giltwood element fish sculpture. This piece includes antique fragments along with a tortoise shell and sea shells. A real conversation piece.

This elegant decorative box showcases a striking geometric mosaic design crafted from natural horn, creating a sophisticated Art Deco meets Modernist aesthetic. The box features a se...

A Coco De Mer sculpture by Glyn Lockett with silvered brass stem, the pudendum set with a black south sea pearl on chain hung silver mounted antelope horn feet, with maker's silver m...

This Folding knife or letter opener made from brass with horn handle; marked on the blade: Auböck Made Vienna/Austria; signs of age and use, slightly scratched, the handle is made fr...

COLLECTION OF TWENTY BLACK FOREST ROE MOUNTS PRICED PER MOUNT

Particular Trophy of an Abnorme Moose from a Noble Estate, circa 1930s A particular trophy of an abnorme moose (Alces alces) from the palace of Salem in South Germany. It was shot b...

This charming 1950s purse is a true vintage gem. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, it features a tortoiseshell celluloid lid and a stylish braid handle, adding a touch of ...

Rare late 19th century Bavarian deer antler settee. A three-section settee with large fallow deer antler-shaped backs and natural red deer antler arms. Expertly crafted with interloc...

This desk was designed between 1950 and 1953 and stood out within the production of Hauner and Eisler's Móveis Artesanal. The desk has an iron structu...

This handcrafted sculpture was made in Northern Canada by an Inuit artisan in circa 1970. This sculpture is a series of two stylized human figures intermixed with two representations of presumably Spirits, which has several carved faces in them. The entire sculpture is composed of hand carved and handcrafted antler, likely Caribou. This sculpture may symbolize a blessing of good fortune for an upcoming hunt. The series of four figures are each pegged on the bottom and fit into holes drilled into the base. The base is numbered on the bottom which identifies that it was registered, and also has a paper label. Due to the composition of this sculpture it may only be shipped within Canada...

Tortoise shell and chrome serving tray by Willy Rizzo made in Italy ca. 1970 Good vintage condition L 54 x D 35 x H 8 cm

Game table, openable, Boulle. The beautiful side table, from the 1800s, can be opened by making a rotation of the top. High quality, veneered in ebony, tortoiseshell and leather....

Classy baroque rocking armchair in natural walnut wood and patinated gold leaf finishes. Upholstered with a premium damascus ivory fabric and tested by our specialized employees. Eve...

Enrique Garcel style lacquered tessellated horn table featuring a central cylindrical base and orange stone banding with brass inlay.

This cabinet was made in Flanders in the mid-17th century as a prestigious item for an affluent member of the professional classes. The significant amount of tortoishell employed dem...

A pair of unique Chippendale style wall mirrors made of red horn and high gloss polyester resin filled finish. The frame comes in a distinctive frame design. Made in North America, c...

Stunning Lacquer Picture Frame made in Italy. Lavender lacquer offset with inlay brass piping and bone corner detail. Offset window makes this unique frame more intriguing. Matching...

This French early 20th century mounted deer antlers on a wooden shield is a stunning piece of art perfect for a lodge or country house. The large ...

A very wonderful and most attractive Anglo-Indian 19th century black patinated, Bone and Oak box. This unique rectangular box made of veneered blocks of Bone is supported on four squ...

A French gilt-bronze mounted, fruit wood and ivory marquetry metal cloisonné jewellery box by Maison Alphonse Giroux and Ferdinand Duvinage, Paris, ...

A fine Italian 18th century Louis XV period walnut, rosewood, and boneTuscan desk. The desk is raised on cabriole legs below the wide central drawer and pullout with a leather writin...

A beautiful horn veneered table by the luxury goods designers Jonson and Marcius signed and dated 1977. Pleasing shape and striking graining. There are age appropriate wear losses to...

Massive three tier whitetail deer chandelier with natural antlers and 15 lights. Shape is organic but controlled, with antlers having nice light grey and beige coloring. Great crafts...

A fine early 19th century coromandel work box with moulded front design and fitted interior containing a super collection of sea shells. Ivory registration number 8NEDUS4R.

19th Century Bone Inlaid Barley Twist Table with beautiful marquetry, the legs and apron have mother of pearl inlays.

Alma Table Lamp by Arcahorn Dimensions: D 40 x H 63 cm Materials: Horn, leather, brass. Table lamp in dark horn and Tosca leather (cat. Super), black colour. Gunmetal brass detailin...

Vintage 12 horn child's chair with original upholstery. The back and arms fashioned with horns as well as the feet. The seat is covered in vintage green mohair. 17"W x 17"D x 19"H P...

Each bead reflects light in this luminous multi-strand red coral necklace with bone carving. It is modern and was acquired at an estate sale in Los Angeles. The long torsade necklac...

Giglio Coat Stand by Arcahorn Dimensions: D 30 x W 30 x H 185 cm Materials: Horn, brass. Coat stand. Structure in wood with lacquered ivory gloss finish and horn inlays. Base and ho...

Sculptural quality hunting trophies from France. Newly mounted. Large $ 850.00 each. Medium $ 750.00 each.

Impressive set of four Chinese Chippendale style dining chairs, two arm and two side entirely clad in a bone veneer mosaic. A...

A Fine 18th Century German Walnut shaped oxbow-fronted Commode inlaid with Ivory and Pewter German - Probably made in Braunschweig Circa 1740 A masterful example of a fine 18th ce...

A very good quality 19th century French Boulle inlaid mantel clock having wonderful classical brass inlay to the tortoiseshell ground, a gil...

Salon Boulle chest of drawers Napoleon III Paris circa 1850-1880 Rectangular and curved body. Meuble d'appui boulle / Chest of drawers Napoleon III Paris circa 1850-1880 The high-qu...

Contemporary Indonesian black and white hinged lidded bone box in a 3D decorative design.

Cigno Sculpture by Arcahorn Dimensions: D 16 x W 38 x H 30 cm Materials: Horn, wood, brass. Horn sculpture. Base in wood with lacquered black gloss finish and 24K gold plated brass....

Faux tortoiseshell Cabinet with top and sides decorated with inlays of bone and different kinds of wood, creating geometric figures. The front is made up of 6 drawers framed by strip...

Presenting "La Cirque de La Loba," a captivating sculpture from the 1980s crafted by the accomplished artist Bob La Bobgah, also known as Robert Hamilton...

Old Chinese Engraved Ox Horn Heart Sutra Bowl – A Sacred Symbol of Wisdom and Spiritual Enlightenment This Old Chinese Engraved Ox Horn Heart Sutra Bowl is a rare and exquisite arti...

French Tortoishell Boulle clock in a drumhead case with raised stepped plinth, ebonised sides and resting on ornate ormolu feet. Brass bezel opening to an enamel dial with Roman num...

Large apothecary's ivory mortar Indo-Portuguese 17th century 16,7 x 10,4 cm Cites certificate number 2022/BE01446/CE

Fine French Tortoiseshell Boulle Mantel Clock by Brocot & Delettrez, Paris French Boulle clock housed in a fine quality torto...

Pair of Late Victorian english bone letter openers/bone folders with sterling silver horse and dog/wolf handles By: unknown Material: bone, silver, metal,...

Elegant, large-scale, tessellated bone wall mirror by Jimeco ltda.

Vintage Deer Skull with Antlers, This is a Unique Decor Piece for Sale! Unleash the rustic charm with our one-of-a-kind vintage deer skull with antlers, perfect for adding characte...

An extremely rare taxidermy study of an African impala by Anthony Redmile. Also known as a rooibok, it is a medium-sized antelope found in the eastern and southern regions of Africa. Mounted on a tapering silver plated base, impressed and signed J Anthony Redmile...

This family is created with the inspiration of the beautiful province of Jujuy, in the North of Argentina, and the nature of its fertile valley. It is the first line of our collectio...

A striking and most unique English 19th century Regency st. rosewood, bone and inlaid center/side table. The table is raised by elegant lightly curved feet with lovely foliate inlaid...

Exquisite handcrafted Khatam wood box with micro mosaic marquetry design, an Ancient Persian technique of inlaying. Moorish style box features geometric inlays of wood, bone, and mo...

Not only Sleeping Beauty's hair has the color of ebony wood, so do a number of details of this antique spinning wheel. The well shaped lances and bu...

A very large and impressive 19th century French boulle inlaid and ormolu-mounted vitrine. Having a pair of glassed doors, bearded monopodia ormolu ...

A Stylish stacked buffalo horn table lamp by Jamie Young. The base is a stack of disks made of genuine polished buffalo horn. Each disk has a narrow metal ...

Antlers on Wood Bracket 6 Point. This piece can be mounted various ways. Great piece to add to complement rustic decor or Rustic European Design!