Engraved Furniture

Antique World Map Planisphere, Levasseur, Decorative Atlas, c.1845 This highly decorative world map titled Planisphère was created by Victor Levasseur and published in Paris circa ...

Original 19th Century Pencil Drawing of Moyobamba, Peru Description: An original nineteenth-century pencil drawing depicting a panoramic view of Moyobamba, one of the oldest Spanish...

Original Antique Print of Exotic Lizards and Flying Dragon by Bertuch, c. 1800 Original antique hand-colored copper engraving depicting three remarkable exotic lizards, published in Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s celebrated “Bilderbuch für Kinder” around the beginning of the 19th century. The plate is titled “Amphibien XII / Amphibies XII” and presents three unusual reptiles individually numbered Fig. 1–3. Particularly striking is Fig. 3, a so-called flying dragon or flying lizard, shown with its characteristic wing-like membranes extended from the sides of its body. These remarkable reptiles became popular subjects in early European natural-history publications because of their unusual ability to glide between trees. The two larger lizards above are equally dramatically represented, with elongated tails, prominent claws and distinctive markings. The animals are finely engraved and enhanced with original hand coloring in black, brown, green, red and ochre. The plate bears the engraved inscription “Jacob Hauer Schmuzer” at lower right. Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747–1822) was a German publisher, writer and patron of the arts. His monumental “Bilderbuch für Kinder” (Picture Book for Children) was one of the great illustrated educational encyclopedias of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Published in Weimar from 1790 onward, the work contained hundreds of finely engraved and hand-colored plates covering natural history, geography, science, technology, antiquity, costumes and mythology. An unusual and highly decorative early zoological print, particularly appealing to collectors of reptiles, natural history and early scientific illustration. Creator: Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747–1822) Engraver: Jacob Hauer Schmuzer Source: Bilderbuch für Kinder Plate: Amphibien XII / Amphibies XII Place of Publication: Weimar, Germany Date of Manufacture: Circa 1800 Period: Early 19th Century Style: Neoclassical – In the Period of Medium: Original hand-colored copper engraving on paper Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Light age-related toning and occasional minor spotting. Some marginal wear and small edge imperfections, particularly along the right edge. Original hand coloring remains attractive. Please refer to the photographs for further details of condition. Please note: This is an original antique print from circa 1800, not a modern reproduction. The print is sold unframed. Framed images or interior views, if shown, are for presentation and inspiration only. Keywords: antique lizard print, flying dragon lizard, flying lizard, Draco lizard, exotic reptiles, antique reptile print...

Antique View of Siam — Royal Barges, Elephants & Customs Engraving, Chatelain c.1720 This detailed early 18th-century copperplate engraving titled “Vue & description de la ville de ...

Title: Antique Architectural Print of the Parthenon, Athens, Tardieu, 1825 Description: Original antique architectural engraving of the Parthenon in Athens, combining a reconstructe...

Original Antique Print of Roman Chariot Racing and Circus Maximus by Bertuch, c. 1800 Original antique hand-colored copper engraving illustrating ancient Roman chariot racing and the Circus Maximus, published in Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s celebrated “Bilderbuch für Kinder” around 1800. The plate is titled “Alterthümer VIII / Antiquités VIII” and contains four illustrations relating to Roman chariot racing and the famous circus games of antiquity. Fig. 1 presents a reconstruction of the Circus Maximus in Rome, the enormous ancient arena used for chariot races and other public spectacles. The elongated track is shown surrounded by tiers of seating, monumental entrances and the central barrier or spina, decorated with an obelisk, statues and other monuments. Fig. 2 depicts a dramatic Roman quadriga: a four-horse chariot racing at speed, with the charioteer leaning forward and wielding his whip. The richly ornamented chariot and animated horses make this the visual centerpiece of the plate. Fig. 3 illustrates details of an ancient horse harness or bridle, while Fig. 4 reproduces an ancient representation of a chariot and driver. The engraving is delicately enhanced with original hand coloring in restrained shades of green, ochre, red and brown and bears the engraved signature “Jacob H. Schmuzer” beneath Fig. 4. Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747–1822) was a German publisher, writer and patron of the arts. His monumental “Bilderbuch für Kinder” (Picture Book for Children) was one of the great illustrated educational encyclopedias of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Published in Weimar from 1790 onward, the work contained hundreds of engraved and hand-colored plates covering natural history, geography, science, technology, mythology, ancient history and costumes. An attractive early 19th-century representation of ancient Rome, particularly appealing to collectors of classical antiquity, equestrian subjects and Grand Tour imagery. Creator: Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747–1822) Engraver: Jacob H. Schmuzer Source: Bilderbuch für Kinder Plate: Alterthümer VIII / Antiquités VIII Place of Publication: Weimar, Germany Date of Manufacture: Circa 1800 Period: Early 19th Century Style: Neoclassical – In the Period of Medium: Original hand-colored copper engraving on paper Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Light age-related toning and scattered minor spotting. Some wear and irregularity along the right sheet edge and minor marginal imperfections. Original hand coloring remains attractive. Please refer to the photographs for further details of condition. Please note: This is an original antique print from circa 1800, not a modern reproduction. The print is sold unframed. Framed images or interior views, if shown, are for presentation and inspiration only. Keywords: Roman chariot print, chariot racing, Circus Maximus, ancient Rome print, Roman quadriga, four horse chariot, Roman horses, Roman antiquities, classical antiquity, Grand Tour print, equestrian engraving, Bertuch print, Friedrich Justin Bertuch, Jacob Schmuzer, hand colored engraving, Neoclassical print, antique Roman print

Rectangular photo frame in 800/1000 silver gold plated with fire enamels. External cm. 13.4 x 17.4 Internal cm. 9 x 13. Weight gr. 199. Created in Art Deco style for Cartier USA in t...

A marble base, that quickly charge your phone, with a touch of magic. A circle, a stone, realized with the care that marble requires. A powerful wireless charging technology ensures an efficient and reliable power delivery. The result is a magical object, with a natural feel, a piece of art that wonderfully fits on any table or bedside table, or everywhere you imagine. Designed and manufactured in Italy, 100% Italian marble, 0% plastics. - 15w power supply included in the box. - Integrated cable: 90cm (3ft) - Base diameter: Ø 12cm (4,72in) Compatible with all Qi-enabled devices. iPhone 12 / 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max / 12 Mini / iPhone 11...

Original Antique Print of Toucan, Hornbill and Birds of Paradise by Bertuch, c.1790 Original antique hand-colored copper engraving depicting four spectacular exotic birds, published in Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s celebrated “Bilderbuch für Kinder” around the end of the 18th century. The plate is titled “Vögel VII / Aves VII / Oiseaux VII” and bears the reference “I.B.42” at lower right. It presents a remarkable selection of tropical birds distinguished by their extravagant bills, brilliant plumage and exceptionally long tail feathers. Fig. 1 depicts a bird of paradise, shown with an extraordinary cascade of fine, elongated ornamental feathers. Birds of paradise were among the most celebrated exotic birds encountered by European naturalists and collectors, admired particularly for the elaborate plumage of the males. Fig. 2 shows a spectacular long-tailed tropical bird with dark plumage, green details around the head and an exceptionally long blue-green tail extending almost the entire height of the plate. Fig. 3 depicts a large hornbill, immediately recognizable by its enormous yellow bill and prominent casque above the upper mandible. The bird is represented with predominantly black plumage contrasting against the white underside and brightly colored bill. Fig. 4 shows a toucan perched on a branch. Its oversized orange-red bill, yellow throat and dark body create one of the strongest color contrasts in the composition. A separate study of elongated feathers appears at the bottom of the plate, further emphasizing the extraordinary plumage of the exotic birds represented. The engraving is enhanced with original hand coloring in black, green, blue, yellow, orange and red. The combination of a toucan, hornbill, bird of paradise and spectacular long-tailed bird makes this one of the more decorative ornithological plates from Bertuch’s natural-history series. Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747–1822) was a German publisher, writer and patron of the arts. His monumental “Bilderbuch für Kinder” (Picture Book for Children), first published in Weimar in 1790, became one of the great illustrated educational encyclopedias of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Its hundreds of engraved and hand-colored plates introduced readers to animals, plants, geography, science, technology, antiquity and cultures from around the world. Creator: Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747–1822) Source: Bilderbuch für Kinder Plate: Vögel VII / Aves VII / Oiseaux VII Reference: I.B.42 Subjects: Bird of Paradise Long-Tailed Tropical Bird Hornbill Toucan Place of Publication: Weimar, Germany Date of Manufacture: Circa 1790 Period: Late 18th Century Style: Neoclassical – In the Period of Medium: Original hand-colored copper engraving on paper Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use. General age-related toning with scattered foxing, spotting and minor marks. Some marginal wear and small edge irregularities are visible, consistent with age. Original hand coloring remains attractive, particularly the blue, green, yellow and orange details. Please refer to the photographs for further details of condition. Please note: This is an original antique engraving from the late 18th century, not a modern reproduction. The print is sold unframed. Framed images or interior views, if shown, are for presentation and inspiration only. Other companion bird and natural-history plates from Bertuch’s “Bilderbuch für Kinder” are also available separately. Keywords: antique bird print, toucan print...

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

Original Antique Print of a Chocolate-Drinking Creole Lady of Lima, Peru, c.1796 Description: An original antique copperplate engraving titled "Española Criolla de Lima" and "Dame C...

Pair of red a blue crystal liquor bottles, with a pear-shaped shape with grinding of geometric engravings on the base and on the body giving a beautiful shine. Silver neck marked wit...

Pair of Botanical Engravings from The Botanic Garden by B. Maund, London c.1836 Description: An exquisite pair of original hand-colored botanical engravings from *The Botanic Garden...

Title: Three Gull Species, Hand-Colored Buffon Bird Engraving, Original 18th Century Description: An original eighteenth-century hand-colored engraving depicting three species of gu...

These six intaglio illustrations come from "Storia naturale degli uccelli" ("Natural History of Birds), a book written by the Italian ornithologist Francesco Saverio Manetti (1723-17...

Set of Three Antique Butterfly and Moth Prints by Bertuch, c. 1800 Set of three original antique hand-colored copper engravings depicting spectacular butterflies and moths together with their caterpillar and chrysalis stages, published in Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s celebrated “Bilderbuch für Kinder” around the beginning of the 19th century. The three plates are titled “Insecten XXIX / Insectes XXIX,” “Insecten XXIII / Insectes XXIII,” and “Insecten XXXI / Insectes XXXI.” Together they form a particularly decorative group illustrating the remarkable variety and metamorphosis of butterflies and moths. The first plate, Insecten XXIX, presents four large butterflies. Particularly striking is the brilliant blue specimen occupying the lower half of the composition, contrasted with three butterflies in more restrained shades of brown, cream and violet. The different views of the wings demonstrate the extraordinary variation in pattern and coloration among exotic butterflies. The second plate, Insecten XXIII, is devoted to two spectacular moths and their life cycles. The upper specimen is a Death’s-head Hawk-moth type, immediately recognizable by the remarkable skull-like marking on its thorax. It is accompanied by its large striped caterpillar and chrysalis. Below is another beautifully patterned moth shown together with its caterpillar and pupal stage. The third plate, Insecten XXXI, is dominated by a magnificent large eye-spotted moth. Its broad wings carry four prominent eye-like markings surrounded by intricate bands of black, cream, red and ochre. Beneath it are the extraordinary green caterpillar and dark chrysalis, illustrating three stages of the insect’s metamorphosis. The three engravings are beautifully enhanced with original hand coloring. Together they create an exceptionally attractive natural-history ensemble, combining strong decorative appeal with the scientific fascination with insect metamorphosis that characterized European natural history around 1800. The plates bear engraved signatures of Jacob Hauer Schmuzer, one of the engravers associated with Bertuch’s monumental publication. Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747–1822) was a German publisher, writer and patron of the arts. His “Bilderbuch für Kinder” (Picture Book for Children), published in Weimar from 1790 onward, became one of the great illustrated educational encyclopedias of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Its hundreds of engraved plates introduced readers to natural history, geography, science, technology, antiquity and cultures from around the world. The three plates work particularly well displayed together and would make an impressive grouping in a living room, library, study, bedroom or natural-history inspired interior. Creator: Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747–1822) Engraver: Jacob Hauer Schmuzer Source: Bilderbuch für Kinder Plates: Insecten XXIII / Insectes XXIII Insecten XXIX / Insectes XXIX Insecten XXXI / Insectes XXXI Place of Publication: Weimar, Germany Date of Manufacture: Circa 1800 Period: Early 19th Century Style: Neoclassical – In the Period of Medium: Original hand-colored copper engravings on paper Number of Items: 3 Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use. General age-related toning, scattered minor spotting and occasional handling marks. Some minor marginal wear and edge irregularities. Original hand coloring remains strong and attractive. Please refer to the photographs for the individual condition of each sheet. Please note: These are three original antique engravings from around 1800, not modern reproductions. The prints are sold unframed. Framed images or interior views, if shown, are for presentation and inspiration only. Keywords: set of butterfly prints, antique butterfly prints, antique moth...

Horatio Nelson Portrait, Trafalgar Engraving, Naval Hero, 1819 London This striking engraved portrait depicts Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758–1805), one of Britain’s most celebrat...

KAUNUS Astor Signature is a contemporary adjustable piano bench that reinterprets classical furniture proportions through a refined architectural language. Its cylindrical legs and m...

A. Kuger Sterling Silver Mounted Ostrich Egg Bowl with Buffalo Head Handles A sculptural late 20th-century ostrich egg bowl mounted in sterling silver by A. Kuger, retaining its ori...

Rectangular frame for oval photo in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamels on guilloché patterns with vertical stripes in three colors and ornaments with...

Elegant Hollywood Regency White & Silver Drum Form Ice Bucket/Cooler Japan, Circa 1960s Appears to have never been used. This elegant Hollywood Regency white and silver drum-form...

Title: Antique Asian Civets & Kopi Luwak Natural History Engraving – Bertuch Original antique hand-colored copper engraving depicting two exotic civet-like mammals from Asia, publis...

TITLE: Set of Three French Carriage & Coachbuilding Engravings, 1771 DESCRIPTION: Set of three original antique 18th-century copper engravings illustrating French carriage design, c...

Habit of an Ethiopian, Early Ethnographic Costume Engraving, 1581 Description: A striking and historically evocative hand-colored engraving titled “Habit of an Ethiopian, in 1581,” ...

TITLE: French Garden & Hunting Carriage Designs, Diderot Encyclopédie, 1771 DESCRIPTION: Original antique 18th-century copper engraving illustrating elegant French garden, pleas...

Knight of the Illustrious Order of Saint Januarius in Ceremonial Robes Description: This hand-colored engraving depicts a distinguished Knight of the Illustrious Order of Saint Janu...

Art Nouveau rose quartz, gold, ruby, emerald and diamond walking stick Russian, c. 1900 Height 91cm, width 7cm, depth 1.5cm This superb walking stick, crafted around 1900, embodi...

Habit of a Woman of Africa, Early Ethnographic Costume Engraving, 1581 Description: A refined and visually captivating early ethnographic costume engraving titled “Habit of a Woman ...

Very early 18th century Dutch woodblock engraving of the Northern Whale Fishery, circa 1720, a hand colored engraving illustrating the Dutch whaling flee...

Abstract by noted Polish artist Johnny Friedlaender, aquatint etching, hand signed and numbered 91/95. Full sheet (not trimmed). Framed with linen mat. Frame measures 31" x 25.5" Mat...

Habit of a Dervish of India, 1700 – Hand-Colored Costume Engraving A refined and visually striking 18th-century hand-colored engraving depicting a Dervish from India, presented in c...

Stunning and stylish Victorian period green glass lantern or ceiling lamp. This all handcrafted, practical size and great looking ceiling lamp is another one of our recent great fin...

Large rectangular table cigar box with rounded sides in 925/1000 sterling Silver gold plated with translucent fired enamels on guilloche and hand engraving, with two-tone stripes on ...

Antique Handcolored Engraving of Starfish and Marine Creatures, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving features various starfish and other echinoderms, emphasizing...

Large oval table jewelry box with shapes, Baroque style, in gold-plated 925/1000 sterling silver, with fine hand-engravings around green spaces enameled at high temperature and a lar...

The engraving titled "America" was part of a series representing the four continents, published by Johann Georg Hertel in Augsburg during the mid-18th century. The series includes al...

Geo III Sheffield Salver with a Large Engraved Armorial Design in the Center. The central engraving with a Knight's arm holding a cross with two side crosses most commonly refers to ...

Carte de la Terre de Canaan ou Terre Promise Cartographer: Le St. Robert Date of Publication: 1750 This exquisite 18th-century map, 'Carte de la Terre de Canaan ou Terre Promise', w...

18th Century Anatomical Skeleton Study Engraving Academic Figure German Edition c1745 This finely engraved anatomical plate presents two standing skeleton figures shown from frontal...

Antique Salt Lake City Mormon Settlement View, Utah, Meyer ca. 1850 This finely engraved 19th-century view depicts early Salt Lake City, identified beneath the image as “die Mormone...

Title: Antique View of Delphi and the Rocks of Mount Parnassus, Tardieu, 1825 Description: Original antique engraved view of Delphi and Mount Parnassus in Greece, engraved by Ambroi...

Antique Map of East Asia, Japan & Korea by J. Kuijper, circa 1860 A beautifully engraved and delicately hand-colored 19th-century map of East Asia depicting China, Japan, Korea, and...

Antique Map Paris & Île-de-France – Blaeu Hand Colored c.1642 Description: A highly desirable and visually refined 17th-century map centered on ...

Antique Hand-Colored Engraving of Squirrels and Rodents, Quadrupeds Plate XXXXI Description: This fine antique hand-colored engraving, titled Vierf. Thiere XXXXI (Quadrupeds Plate 4...

Un mobile in ottone, ispirato alla luna, incanta con la sua superficie cesellata, ricca di crateri e curve che evocano il paesaggio lunare. Polished brass reflects light, creating a ...

Title: Antique Costume Print – Bashaw of Caramania, Ottoman Figure, 1749 Description: A powerful and visually striking antique hand-colored engraving depicting a Bashaw (Pasha) of C...

Title: Antique Costume Prints, East Indies Figures & Tribal Dress, 1749 Description: A striking and visually dynamic set of three hand-colored antique costume engravings depicti...

Vintage Tibetan Buddhist inlaid bronze singing bowl - featuring the sacred Tibetan mantra with a lotus flower to the center representing 'OM MANI PADME HUM' - Tibetan engraved and in...

Ancient Persian Empire Map of Persia, Babylon & Arabia, Published 1831 A finely engraved and historically important map titled “The Eastern Part of the Ancient Persian Empire,” publ...

This antique insect print shows the walking leaf, the Chinese lantern fly and the small European lantern fly, on an original hand coloured plate from the Vienna edition of Bertuch's ...

This antique kingfisher print shows four brightly coloured kingfishers and a fifth, heavier billed bird on bare branches, an original hand coloured ...

This antique engraving of Prudhoe Castle in Northumberland is an original plate from The Border Antiquities of England and Scotland, engraved by James Greig after a painting by Luke ...

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...

Asian handcrafted engraved brass tray table, 1920-30s. The tray is decorated with varying intricate hand carved floral and animal habitat scenes surrounding central calligraphy. The tray grips and sits securely on a midcentury metal faux bamboo foldable base...

Mounted Crusader in Full Charge with Sword and Shield, circa 1400 Description This powerful hand-colored engraving, Plate No. 86 from the prestigious 1845 publication Costumes Histo...

Restoration period mahogany veneered boat-shaped bed with a slightly overturned bedside. The front is soberly dressed with an ormolu plaque with scrolls and flowers framing a female face with antique...

Three Antique Venetian Interior & Architectural Views, c.1845 This attractive set of three original hand-colored architectural prints depicts notable interiors and courtyards associated with the rich artistic and religious heritage of Venice. The plates show a magnificent basilica interior adorned with Byzantine-style mosaics and domes, a Renaissance staircase and courtyard framed by elegant arches and classical statuary, and a cloistered arcade opening onto a tranquil ecclesiastical courtyard. Together they offer a fascinating visual survey of Venetian architecture from the medieval, Byzantine, and Renaissance periods. Published in the early nineteenth century, these finely engraved views combine architectural precision with delicate hand coloring. The artist carefully rendered the interplay of light, shadow, arches, columns, vaults, and decorative details, creating images that are both historically informative and aesthetically pleasing. Such plates were produced during a period when European travelers, scholars, and collectors developed a growing fascination with Venice and its architectural treasures. The first view captures the grandeur of a church interior with soaring domes and glittering mosaic decoration, recalling the celebrated atmosphere of Venice's great basilicas. The second plate presents a monumental staircase and arcaded courtyard in a Renaissance palace setting, emphasizing symmetry, perspective, and classical design. The third view depicts a peaceful cloister framed by robust columns and Romanesque arches, illustrating the refined geometry that characterizes many Venetian religious complexes. The generous margins surrounding the engraved images are typical of deluxe nineteenth-century architectural publications and provide excellent opportunities for museum-style presentation. The subtle hand coloring enhances the atmosphere of each scene while preserving the clarity of the engraved line work. These prints would make an elegant addition to an interior focused on architecture, travel, Italy, Venice, Grand Tour imagery, or classical design. They are equally attractive displayed individually or as a coordinated group. Condition: Good antique condition. Light age toning, scattered foxing and minor handling wear consistent with age. Wide original margins preserved. Please study images carefully. Framing tips: These prints display beautifully in dark walnut, ebonized, or gilt frames with generous ivory mats. Hanging the three views together as a horizontal grouping creates a sophisticated gallery presentation reminiscent of a nineteenth-century Grand Tour collection. Technique: Hand-colored engravings Maker: Camille Bonnard (after), France, early 19th century Keyword block: Venice, Venetian architecture, Basilica interior, Byzantine architecture, Renaissance courtyard, cloister, arcade, Italian architecture, Grand Tour, Venice church...

A vintage Hindu Dancing Shiva - Nataraja Lord of Dance - Dancing in a ring of fire. Cast in Bronze/brass with silver-plate details and hand-etchings. Mad...

Sergio Bustamante Signed Sterling Silver Sun and Moon Link Bracelet, Mexico, 1980s Dimensions: 7.5" L x 0.5" W Weight: 32 grams Marks: “925 MEX” and “DB-925” (Sergio Bustamante maker's mark) A sculptural, celestial-themed bracelet by celebrated Mexican artist Sergio Bustamante, crafted in sterling silver. The piece features alternating links of expressive sun faces and crescent moons, each individually modeled with Bustamante’s signature surrealist features. The three-dimensional sun medallions radiate stylized flames, while the moons are cast with distinct facial features, gazing thoughtfully to the side. This work is clearly signed with the Bustamante hallmark “DB-925” on the reverse of each sun element and also marked “MEX 925.” The bracelet fastens securely with a hidden hook-style clasp, consistent with mid- to late-20th-century Mexican artisan jewelry. A superb and rare example of Bustamante's wearable art, this bracelet stands out for both its craftsmanship and its whimsical yet mystical iconography—perfect for collectors of Mexican modernism or celestial-themed adornments. Further Documentation: DB-925 MEX This is a known signature mark associated with Sergio Bustamante’s sterling...

A pair of circa 1900's Caldwell one light sconces with engraved body