Rare Russian Late Empire Chaise Longue

Oval pedestal cabinet, late empire. Mirror-cut flamed mahogany with beautiful grain. Door flanked by columns with wood-carved capitals. Behind the door 3...

Swedish late empire bookcase / display cabinet in black-polished birch. In 2 parts, upper case having mullioned glass front with cathedral arch cornice. Lower part with a pair of pa...

Late empire secretary bureau in mahogany veneered oak with beautiful grain. In 2 parts. Desk top offers three bowed doors. A concave door in the mid...

Decorative and elegant Late Empire bench with upholstered seat. Frame crafted in beech with original white color and delicate gilt wood carved details. Resting on elegant turned tape...

Rare Danish early 19th century secretary or slant front bureau. Exquisitely crafted from mahogany with fabulous marquetry decoration in black n...

Small and elegant late empire chest of four drawers. Original black painted pine wood adorned with decorations in golden hues. The sides with decorations in the form of ears of corn...

Boxing glove lounge chair DS-2878/09 by De Sede. Details: Upholstery and assembly: Stabile compact frame made from board material. Sedex upholstery with wadding cushion. Optica...

Boxing glove lounge chair DS-2878/09 by De Sede. Details: Upholstery and assembly: Stabile compact frame made from board material. Sedex...

1814 Map of "Russian Empire" Ric.r032 Russian Empire. Description: This is an 1814 John Thomson map of the Russian Empire. The map depicts the region from the Baltic Sea, Prussia, and Sweden to the Aleutian Islands and from the Arctic Ocean to the Yellow River. Highly detailed, myriad cities, towns, and villages are labeled throughout, including St. Petersburg, Moscow, Minsk, Kiev, and Kharkov. Rivers and mountain ranges are also identified, as are islands and numerous locations along the coastlines. It is important to note that the long-disputed sea between Korea and Japan is identified as the 'Sea of Japan. Historical Context: In 1815, Tsarist Russia emerged from the Napoleonic Wars economically insolvent and politically fearful of the Revolutionary fervor that had just swept through Europe. In order to shore up Russia's economic position, the Tsars began an aggressive series of expansions into the Caucuses and Central Asia that would vastly increase the landmass of the Russian Empire. Publication History Thomson maps are known for their stunning color, awe inspiring size, and magnificent detail. Thomson's work, including this map, represents some of the finest cartographic art...

Large 1852 map "Russian Empire" George Phillips & Son 1852 Ric.r0011 Dimension: Paper: 67 cm W x 52 cm H ; Sight: 60cm W x 50 cm H Condition: Good Condition with aged tonin...

Handmade silver Torah pointer, Russian Empire, circa 1896. The handle is made with a knob shape interval engraved with floral ornaments. The Hebrew name Zisel Dresler with the Jewish year 5673 is engraved on the lower part of the pointer. The reading end is shaped as a hand with a pointing index finger. Original chain is connected to suspension loop at the top of upper section of the pointer. Marked with Russian silver hallmarks...

Handmade silver Torah pointer, Russia, circa 1880. The handle is made with a knob shape interval engraved with floral ornaments. The reading end is shaped as a hand with a pointing index finger. A suspension loop is connected to the top of upper section of the pointer. Marked with Russian silver hallmarks...