Engraved Furniture

An Historical Map of the Roman Empire and the Neighbouring Barbarous Nations by Herman Moll - Circa 1730 This grand and historically significant map of the Roman Empire was create...

Presenting a gloriously rare book…. Tarzan and The Golden Lion by Edgar Rice Burroughs McClurg 1st Edition. First edition. Illustrated by...

Antique Bronze Wired TABLE LAMP with Electric Wire and Glass Cup Art Deco 50s. Length: 51cm Width: 26cm Height (luminaire): 12cm. Condition Minimal wear and tear. Worked at the tim...

Diana of the Ephesians Antique Engraving, Montfaucon Antiquité Expliquée 1721 This original early eighteenth-century copper engraving depicts the famed Diana of the Ephesians (Artemis of Ephesus), one of the most recognizable and symbolically rich cult images of the ancient world. The plate originates from Bernard de Montfaucon’s monumental antiquarian publication *L’Antiquité expliquée et représentée en figures*, published in Paris in 1721, a foundational scholarly work that systematically documented classical antiquities and helped establish archaeology as an academic discipline. Montfaucon’s encyclopedic project sought to gather visual knowledge of ancient civilizations through carefully engraved illustrations based on surviving sculptures, coins, manuscripts, and earlier collections. This engraving presents the Ephesian Artemis in her distinctive archaic form: a rigid frontal figure crowned with a mural headdress, arms extended, and a body covered with symbolic registers. The multiple rounded forms across the torso—traditionally interpreted as fertility attributes—reflect the goddess’s role as a universal mother and protector of nature. Bands of animals, mythological creatures, and sacred motifs reinforce her association with cosmic order, fertility, and the natural world. Unlike the athletic huntress Artemis familiar from Greek sculpture, the Ephesian Diana represents an older Anatolian cult tradition absorbed into Greco-Roman religion. The engraving therefore documents not only a sculpture but also Enlightenment-era attempts to understand ancient religious symbolism through comparative study. Montfaucon’s precise linework and balanced composition exemplify the refined craftsmanship of Parisian copperplate engraving during the early 18th century, combining scholarly accuracy with strong decorative appeal. Today, engravings from L’Antiquité expliquée are highly regarded by collectors of classical antiquity, archaeology, and early academic illustration. The graphic symmetry and sculptural clarity make this image particularly suitable for interiors ranging from traditional libraries to contemporary gallery walls. This original antique engraving is offered unframed, allowing flexibility to select a frame that best suits the intended interior. Condition: Good antique condition with age-related toning and light discoloration to the paper, consistent with early eighteenth-century prints. Minor edge wear and handling marks confined mainly to the margins. Plate impression visible. Blank verso. Framing tips: A dark walnut or ebonized frame with a wide ivory mat enhances the classical presence of the figure. For a modern interior, a slim black frame with generous mat spacing creates a museum-quality presentation emphasizing the engraving’s symmetry. Technique: Copper engraving Maker: Bernard de Montfaucon, France, Paris, 1721 Keywords: Diana of Ephesus, Artemis of Ephesus engraving, Montfaucon Antiquité expliquée, antique classical engraving, Ephesian Diana print, Greek mythology print...

Striking and highly decorative pair of 19th century neoclassical engravings depicting iconic classical sculpture models. One engraving represents the dramatic biblical group of The ...

Pair French Neoclassical Bronze & Book-Matched Onyx Gueridons Pair of French Neoclassical Bronze Gueridons with Polished Banded Onyx Tops and Under-tiers. This elegant pair of ...

Pair of Hand-Colored Botanical Engravings of Spring Flowers, London 1828 This elegant pair of early 19th-century botanical engravings captures the charm and precision of British bot...

Un'elegante espressione della tradizione muranese, lo specchio "Astreo" rappresenta l'eccellenza dell'artigianato veneziano. Disegnato dal maestro Guido Barbini e realizzato interame...

Title: The Racing Stallion – Original Samuel Howitt Georgian Equestrian Engraving, England, 1800 An elegant and highly decorative original copperplate engraving by renowned British sporting artist Samuel Howitt, depicting a spirited racing stallion being presented by its handler within an idyllic English landscape. Several figures and an additional horse appear in the background, emphasizing the social and aristocratic culture surrounding horse breeding and racing during the Georgian era. The plate is signed in the image "Howitt inv. et f.", indicating that Samuel Howitt both designed and engraved the work himself. The lower right publication line reads "Published March 1, 1800," confirming its original issue at the dawn of the nineteenth century. Samuel Howitt (1756–1822) was among Britain's foremost painters and illustrators of horses, hunting scenes, and rural sporting life. His engravings are celebrated for their remarkable understanding of equine anatomy, movement, and character, making them enduring favorites among collectors of antique sporting art. Today, works such as The Racing Stallion remain highly desirable decorative pieces for country houses, libraries, gentlemen's studies, stables, and contemporary equestrian interiors. Creator: Samuel Howitt (British, 1756–1822) Origin: England Date: Published March 1, 1800 Medium: Original copperplate engraving on laid paper, unframed Image dimensions: 26.5 cm × 21.3 cm Presented unframed. Framed photographs are for inspiration only. Condition: Good antique condition with age-appropriate toning, minor handling wear, light creasing, and generous original margins. The engraving remains strong and well-preserved, displaying beautifully more than two centuries after publication. Keywords: Samuel Howitt, Racing Stallion, horse engraving, equestrian art, Georgian print, English sporting art, racehorse print, antique horse engraving, original copperplate engraving, British animal art, country house decor, stable decoration, hunting lodge interior, English rural landscape, sporting gentleman, laid paper engraving, eighteenth century print...

This is an elegant large mirror with a simple design in the Venetian style. Decorated with stars and a bevelled border. Made in France in the 1920s. This mirror has a simple, stra...

King George III Coronation Portrait Engraving, Corbould Milton Description: A striking and highly decorative engraved portrait of King George III (1738–1820), depicted in full coron...

Exquisite Bronze & Marble Reclining Venus Holding Pomegranate, After Canova, 20th Century A finely cast and chased bronze of a reclining classical beauty, inspired by Antonio Canova...

Folk Art Polish Wooden Jewelry Box - Hand-Painted with Pyrographic Decor - 1930s Decorative wooden (birch) box featuring finely executed pyrographed ornamentation. Enhanced with ha...

Add style and elegance to your home by selecting pieces that reflect your own personal taste. Vases with exquisite details and aesthetic appearances will help you create a unique sty...

Antique map titled 'Hemispherium Orbis Antiqui, Cumzonis Circulis, Et Sity populorum Diverso'. Decorative example of Andreas Cellarius's map of the Eastern Hemisphere, illustrating with climatic zones ranging from Frigida Borealis to Torrida, with planetary details superimposed. The elaborate border includes fine scrollwork, numerous putti, and additional diagrams showing armillary spheres and climatic zones. Andreas Cellarius was born in 1596 in Neuhausen and educated in Heidelberg. He emigrated to Holland in the early 17th century and 1637 moved to Hoorn, where he became the rector of the Latin School. Cellarius' best known work is his Harmonia Macrocosmica, first issued in 1660 by Jan Jansson, as a supplement to Jansson's Atlas Novus. The work consists of a series of Celestial Charts...

Jerusalem, Holy City View – Early Renaissance Woodcut, c.1560 This rare and evocative Renaissance woodcut depicts the Holy City of Jerusalem as imagined in early modern Europe, show...

Another bargain for the collectors of top quality Art Deco pendants. This early 1900s, practical size, bronze and engraved glass 9-light chandelier with an etched flower theme, is...

Original Antique Print of Ecclesiastical and Civic Dress in Renaissance Italy: Pope, Judge, Italian Lady - 1845 Description: This compelling trio of hand-colored lithographs offers ...

Antique Map of Cuba & Hispaniola, Caribbean Sea Chart by Bowen, 1744 This finely engraved mid-18th century map by the celebrated English cartograp...

Judaea or Terra Sancta, Twelve Tribes of Israel – Sanson Map, c.1680 This antique map depicts Judaea or the Holy Land divided among the Twelve Tribes of Israel, based on biblical ge...

Ancient Hawaiian Temples & Royal Sacred Sites – Pair of Engravings, 1836 A rare and highly decorative pair of original antique engravings depicting important sacred and ceremonial s...

Antique Mexico Map Blaeu c.1642 – New Spain, Early Colonial Detail A highly important and richly detailed 17th-century map of Mexico and New Spain by Willem Blaeu, one of the most s...

Hollywood Regency Jeweled Rainbow Cut Crystal Atomizer Perfume Bottle, Bohemia, Circa 1950s–60s Description: A vibrant and rare mid-century Bohemian perfume atomizer bottle, dating ...

Mid-Century Elegance: Rectangular Guilloché Enamel Frame by Renato Salimbeni This refined rectangular photo frame is an exquisite example of the Salimbeni atelier’s mastery, blendin...

A good antique Georgian engraved silver gilt Vinaigrette by William Simpson, Birmingham, 1826. The vinaigrette having an engraved engine turned hinged lid with a floral border, the g...

Antique Map Italy, Bartholomew for Black’s General Atlas, Edinburgh 1884 Description: This detailed map of Italy was published in the New and Revised Edition of Black’s General Atlas of the World, issued in Edinburgh in 1884 by the respected Scottish publishing house A. & C. Black. The map was prepared under the direction of the renowned cartographer John Bartholomew, whose work played a major role in shaping nineteenth-century atlas cartography. John Bartholomew was one of the most influential mapmakers of the Victorian era. His atlases for A. & C. Black were admired for their clarity, precision, and elegant presentation. Combining scientific geographic accuracy with refined engraving and printed color, Bartholomew’s maps became widely used in education, government, and scholarly circles throughout Europe and the British Empire. The map presents the Italian peninsula shortly after the unification of Italy in the nineteenth century. Political divisions are clearly distinguished through printed color, showing the administrative regions of the newly unified kingdom. The map extends from the Alpine frontier in the north to the southern tip of Calabria, capturing the entire peninsula with remarkable geographic detail. Northern Italy shows the Alpine region bordering Switzerland and Austria, with cities such as Turin, Milan, and Venice prominently marked. The Po River basin is depicted with a dense network of towns and transportation routes reflecting the economic importance of the region. Central Italy includes Florence, Pisa, and Rome, while the southern regions show Naples and the mountainous landscapes of Calabria and Basilicata. The map also includes the major Italian islands. Sardinia...

A fine antique Georgian sterling silver wine coaster, Peter & Anne Bateman, London, 1799. The coaster having a flared & ribbed rim with baronial a engraved crest to the front of a sn...

Julius Caesar Portrait, Antique Engraving, Roman History Print, 1826 This refined and classically composed portrait of Julius Caesar was engrav...

AN EXCEPTIONAL SPANISH COLONIAL VARGUEÑO OR BARGUEÑO, tortoiseshell, ebony, engraved ivory and Colonial hardwood, Spain, 16th / 17th century (cabinet) An exceptional and unusually r...

Antique British Military Portrait Print – Sikh War Generals, c.1850 A refined and highly decorative mid-19th century engraving featuring a c...

Rectangular shaped photo frame in gold-plated 925/1000 sterling silver with translucent fired enamel on guilloché with borders in the French Empire Louis XVI style. External dimensio...

Vintage Silver Swan Salt & Pepper Set with Tray – Elegant Collectible Tableware An exceptionally charming and highly collectible vintage silver swan salt and pepper set, beautifully presented on a matching sterling silver tray. This refined pair captures the timeless elegance of classic European tableware design, with each swan exquisitely formed through pressed, cast, and chased silverwork. The graceful swan bodies feature intricate feather detailing, flowing C-scroll curves, and delicate ornamental motifs, including rocaille, latticework, and floral tendrils, all hallmarks of fine decorative silver craftsmanship. Their sculptural form elevates them beyond functional objects into true decorative art pieces, perfect for both use and display. The accompanying oval silver tray complements the pair with its softly contoured edges, creating a harmonious presentation ideal for luxury dining settings, collectors, or sophisticated interiors. Stamped England, this set reflects quality craftsmanship and remains in excellent condition, making it a rare and desirable addition to any antique silver collection. Key Features Vintage silver swan salt & pepper set (pair) A matching sterling silver tray included Highly decorative cast & chased detailing Elegant rococo-inspired motifs and flowing curves Stamped England – collectible provenance Ideal for luxury table setting, display, or gifting Excellent condition Dimensions Height: 5cm Width: 12 cm Depth: 15 cm vintage silver swan salt and pepper set, antique silver swan...

This very large antique serving tray is hallmarked by an unknown maker and originated from England and dates to approximately 1920 and done in a Victorian style. The tray is composed...

Chacun Son Tour – Humorous Hand-Colored Etching by Boris O’Klein, ca. 1930s This delightful hand-colored etching and aquatint titled “Chacun Son Tour!” (translated as “Everyone Has ...

Rectangular table frame with concave corners for oval photo cm. 5.5 x 8.5 in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamels on guilloche, with French Empire Napo...

Pair of Antique Islamic Qajar Period Ottoman or Persian silver & carnelian Boxes, circa 1880. An unusual pair of antique Islamic Ottoman or Persian silver lidded boxes, circa 1880, ...

A striking six-panel Chinese Coromandel screen from the mid-20th century, adorned with intricately incised and gilded cranes in flight. Set against a warm, golden background with a t...

Pair of American Edwardian Classical sterling silver candlesticks, ca 1910. Each: Bellied socket; tall elongated ovoid shaft on domed foot. Engraved pendant garlands; monogram. Marke...

Title: 18th Century French Coach & Carriage Engineering, 1771 Original antique copper engraving illustrating the construction and engineering of an elaborate 18th-century French pas...

TITLE: Three French Post Chaise & Cabriolet Coachbuilding Engravings, 1771 DESCRIPTION: Set of three original antique 18th-century copper engravings illustrating French post chaises...

Large Meiji Japanese Bronze Zoomorphic Jardinière Attributed to Genryusai Seiya An exceptional and highly sculptural Japanese bronze zoomorphic jardinière, attributed to the worksho...

Antique Louvre Bas-Relief Engravings Pair, French Neoclassical, 1803 A striking and architecturally balanced pair of early 19th-century French engravings depicting sculptural bas-re...

Early English Victorian 1st Prize Equestrian Silverplated Figural Trophy Box—England, Mid-19th Century This exquisite early Victorian silver-plated tro...

19th Century Hand-Colored Lithograph - "Bergère" from Journal des Haras This hand-colored lithograph titled "Bergère" is from the French publication *Journal des Haras, des Chasses ...

Rectangular photoframe in gold-plated 925/1000 sterling silver with translucent fired enamel on a guilloché pattern embellished with a very fine hand engraving. External border in Fr...

Fabulous looking full page McKenny and Hall folio sheet "WAA-TOP-E-NOT", a Chippewa tribe warrior, from the three volume series "Indian Tribes of North America". The Chippewa tribe,...

Beautiful Galle cameo glass table lamp with shade depicting a lakeside forest with mountains in the distance, and standard featuring lovely pink...

Title: Constantinopolis Expugnatio a Turchis - Hartmann Schedel, 1493 This woodcut view of Constantinople is from Hartmann Schedel's 'Nuremberg Chronicle' (Liber Chronicarum), publi...

Title: Österreichisch-Ungarische Länderwappen – Imperial Coats of Arms of Austria-Hungary, c.1880 This finely detailed chromolithograph, titled Österreichisch-Ungarische Länderwappe...

Antique Comets with Tails Engraving, Bertuch Bilderbuch Weimar 1807 A finely engraved and delicately hand-coloured scientific print illustrating comets with luminous tails, publishe...

Blaeu Biscay Map, Basque Country Bilbao Cantabria Spain, c.1642 Description: A finely engraved and highly decorative map of northern Spain, depicting the historic regions of Biscay,...

Joan of Arc in Armor, Antique Hand-Colored Costume Lithograph, c.1845 This striking antique hand-colored lithograph depicts the legendary French heroine Joan of Arc (Jeanne d'Arc) s...

Antique Exotic Seashells & Cone Shells Engraving – Bertuch, c.1800 Original antique hand-colored copper engraving depicting seven remarkable and highly decorative seashells, publish...

Fine French Ormolu Crown Frame with Tinted Photograph, circa 1890–1910 A richly detailed French ormolu (gilt bronze) portrait frame, surmounted by a regal crown finial and finely de...

Antique Handcolored Engraving of Giraffes, Quadruped III, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving features two giraffes (*Giraffa camelopardalis*), vividly illustra...

This large late-17th-century sea chart is titled *Carte Générale des Costes d’Irlande, et des Costes Occidentales d’Angleterre avec une Partie de celles d’Ecosse*, showing the entire...

A boxwood netsuke depicting a mandarin fruit with a ryu dragon finely carved upside down, featuring a blonde horn-inlaid eye. Natural himotoshi formed from the mandarin's stem, en...

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING A Georgian sterling silver tea caddy by Robert Hennell I, hallmarked London and dated 1784 during the reign of George III. The tea caddy is formed in an ele...

Mirrored engraved glass serving tray by Ercole Barovier for Murano Glass Glassworks of Venice, circa 1940 -1960s. This wonderful piece made in Italy and is in very good vintage condi...

The Polaris Table is a versatile piece that serves as a modular dining table, console, or standalone art piece, seamlessly blending functionality with artistic expression. This versi...