Engraved Furniture

Acts of the Apostles – Six Biblical Scenes, Pieter Mortier Engravings, Amsterdam c.1700 This rare set of three large copper engravings, each containing two biblical scenes, was publ...

Antique Javanese Prints – Gamelan Instruments & Wayang Puppets – c.1860 This pair of finely hand-colored lithographs presents two central elements of Javanese performing arts: the m...

Caribbean & Lesser Antilles – Enlightenment Map by Rigobert Bonne, c.1780 This finely engraved late-18th-century map depicts the Lesser Antilles and the eastern Caribbean, titled Carte des Isles Antilles ou du Vent avec la Partie Orientale des Isles Sous le Vent, engraved circa 1780 by Rigobert Bonne, one of the most influential cartographers of the French Enlightenment. The map covers the Windward and Leeward Islands from Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands south through Guadeloupe, Dominica, Martinique, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent, Grenada, and Tobago, extending to the northern coast of South America around Trinidad and the Gulf of Paria. Bonne served as Ingénieur-Hydrographe de la Marine and chief cartographer at the Dépôt de la Marine in Paris, where he succeeded Jacques-Nicolas Bellin. His work marked a decisive move toward scientifically grounded cartography, emphasizing accurate coastlines, standardized measurement, and the synthesis of contemporary nautical and colonial intelligence. This map exemplifies Bonne’s mature style, combining hydrographic precision with exceptional clarity and restraint. The geography is rendered with notable detail and balance. Individual islands are crisply delineated, with harbors, capes, and anchorages carefully engraved, reflecting the strategic maritime importance of the Caribbean in the late 18th century. French, British, Spanish, and Dutch colonial possessions are clearly identified, underscoring the geopolitical complexity of the region. The inclusion of the South American coastline further emphasizes the Caribbean’s role as a connective maritime zone between Europe and the Americas. Visually elegant and architecturally calm, the map’s tall vertical format, fine line engraving, and generous margins give it strong decorative appeal when framed. It functions equally well as a scholarly object for collectors of Caribbean and colonial cartography and as a refined wall piece for a library, study, or contemporary interior. Condition report Good antique condition. Light age toning and minor handling wear consistent with 18th-century copperplate engraving. Original centerfold as issued. Clean impression with strong legibility; margins ample for framing. Framing tips Best framed in dark walnut or ebonized wood with a generous ivory or warm off-white mat. Museum glass recommended to preserve detail and enhance contrast. Particularly effective as a tall vertical focal piece. SEO keywords Caribbean antique...

Giorgio Salimbeni Gold-Plated Sterling Silver and Enamel Photo Frame, Florence, 1970 Elegant rectangular photo frame in 925/1000 sterling silver, gold plated, and richly decorated wi...

Sphere table cigarette lighter in 925/1000 gold-plated sterling silver and translucent fire enamel on guilloché, in a modern contemporary style. Piezoelectric mechanism. Dimensions d...

Antique Botanical Lithograph, Armenian Apricot, de Vriese 1856 A beautifully detailed mid-19th century botanical chromolithograph depicting the Armenian apricot (Armeniaca mume var....

A fine pair of antique 19th century Bohemian hand-etched amber colored glass wine or liquor decanters and stoppers, Austria, circa 1880. This elegant pair of late 19th century decanters...

Antique Cardamom Botanical Print, Elettaria & Amomum Species, c.1831 Description: This complex botanical engraving illustrates two cardamom species, including Elettaria cardamomum a...

Antique Map of Asia 1815 – Carta Generale dell’Asia, Ferrario, Italy This refined early 19th-century map presents a comprehensive view of the Asian continent, titled Carta Generale ...

A monumental piece of history, this exquisite silver punch set was made for Czar Alexander III as a gift to British Captain Joseph Wiggins. Heavily decorated with rich engravings and proverbs in old Slavic lettering, this service is a grand symbol of celebration and a testament to the beauty of Russian Imperial silver. The punch set, a standalone treasure in its own right, was gifted by Czar Alexander III to Captain Wiggins in recognition of his pioneering expedition along the Enisei River. Driven by a desire to establish a sea route with Siberia, Captain Wiggins’ journey is notable for being the first successful endeavor by a British seaman in 300 years to extend commercial interests with the northern coasts of Russia. Even more notable is the presentation of this elaborate gift by the Russian government to a foreign national, particularly when the British government all but ignored Wiggins' efforts. In fact, the British government refused his modest request for surveying and observational instruments. Even so, the Czar was impressed, and chose to honor Wiggins with this exceptional punch service — as pictured and discussed in Henry Johnson’s book Captain Joseph Wiggins, written in 1907. The service was commissioned by the Czar from the House of Sazikov, the oldest silversmith and jewelry firm in Russia. Sazikov was established in 1793 by the merchant Pavel Sazikov, and became supplier to the Imperial Court in 1837. The firm, which maintained factories in Moscow and St. Petersburg, became renowned for its high quality silverware, silver sculptures, cloisonné enamels and statuettes with national motifs. The firm exhibited several cups and centerpieces at the Great Exhibition of 1851 in London, and from 1846, held the Imperial Warrant. The unique charm of this punch service lies not only in its craftsmanship and historical relevance, but also in the inclusion of old drinking...

Antique Cotton Botanical Print, Gossypium Religiosum, c.1831 Description: This decorative botanical engraving illustrates Gossypium religiosum, another important cotton species, sho...

Title: "Warrior of Owhyhee: Anthropophage in War Costume, 1785 Engraving" Description: This evocative print, titled "Anthropophage d'Owhay, costume de guerre," portrays a Hawaiian w...

Islamic Relic Print The Black Stone of Mecca, 1863 Dutch Lithograph This fascinating lithograph titled “De Zwarte Steen” (The Black Stone) presents a rare and detailed 19th-century ...

Antique Fruit Prints by Poiteau and Turpin, Hand-Colored Botanical Engravings Description: This exquisite compilation features three antique bot...

Le Mont Saint-Michel Original Etchings by Arthur Mayeur, Limited Edition 1926 This rare 1926 limited-edition portfolio by Arthur Mayeur, titled Le Mont Saint-Michel et ses abords (“...

Antique Mahogany Botanical Print, Swietenia Mahagoni, c.1831 Description: This finely detailed botanical engraving illustrates Swietenia Mahagoni, the mahogany tree, including its d...

Title: Detailed 1805 Engraving of Ancient Statues and Deities from Bertuch’s Work Description: This captivating engraving, sourced from Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s *Porte-Feuille des Enfants* (Children's Portfolio), published in 1805, presents a series of ancient statues and deities from various cultures. Each figure is rendered with remarkable precision, offering a glimpse into historical artistic representations of mythological and religious iconography. The plate features: - Fig. 1: A standing Egyptian deity or pharaoh, showcasing the characteristic style of ancient Egyptian sculpture...

“Liggend (Reclining)” by Kyle Smith, Bronze Nude with Ponytail, Edition 2 of 9, 1999 Signed, Dated, and Numbered Dimensions: 7” W × 3.5” D × 3.5” H Patina: Dark Engraved Verdigris ...

Pair of Antique Engravings of Starfish and Marine Echinoderms from Diderot’s Encyclopédie, ca. 1770 A fine pair of copperplate engravings from Denis Diderot and Jean le Rond d’Alemb...

Silver and silver plate tea and coffee set by Cardeilhac French, Early 20th Century Tray: Height 7cm, width 73cm, depth 45cm Pot on st...

Antique Cinnamon Botanical Print, Laurus Cinnamomum & cassia, c.1831 This important botanical engraving depicts two principal cinnamon-producing trees, Laurus cinnamomum and Lau...

Antique Cotton Botanical Print, Gossypium Herbaceum, c.1831 Description: This clear and balanced botanical engraving depicts Gossypium Herbaceum, a principal cotton species used in ...

Antique Ginger Botanical Print, Zingiber Officinale, c.1831 Description: This bold botanical engraving depicts Zingiber Officinale, the ginger plant, shown with its characteristic r...

Set of 3 Biblical Engravings – Nativity, Luke the Evangelist & Annunciation This set of three antique engravings, dating to 1735, presents key moments from the Gospel of Luke with b...

This is a hand-colored copper engraving by Johann Michael Seligmann, based on the work of George Edwards. The print is from Seligmann's *Sammlung verschiedener ausländischer und selt...

Rectangular frame for oval photo in gold-plated 925/1000 sterling silver with translucent fired enamel on a guilloché pattern with Fabergé Russian Empire style ornaments from the lat...

Title: Italian Courtship Scene with Nobles in Vibrant 14th-Century Dress, 1845 This beautifully hand-colored engraving from the 1845 publication Costumes Historiques des XIIIe, XIVe...

20th century Louis XVI style basket applique wall lamp Finely engraved bronze with hand ground French ball-prism cords. (F-Me-4).

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...

Description: Antique map titled 'Novissima et Accuratissima Totius Russiae vulgo Muscoviae Tabula'. Antique map of Western Russia and Ukraine, published by Justus Danckerts. The ma...

Baccarat crystal cup, scarce version enhanced with fine gold on the edges, an engraved and gilt crown of king on the side. Antique cup not signed (before 1936), but the original pape...

Presented is a rare stipple engraving of “Liberty. In the form of the Goddess of Youth giving Support to the Bald Eagle.” This engraving was drawn, engraved, and published by Edward ...

Vintage Turkman Bridal Ceremonial Headdress, Heavily Adorned on Stand Offered for sale is a vintage bridal ceremonial headdress, specifically known as gupbo. Adorned with cowrie sh...

Please read the entire description carefully, as we aim to provide detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our items. This important and opulent English Old Sheffield Plate tray...

Virgin Mary with Child, Baroque Devotional Engraving, Penzinger, c.1700 This refined Baroque devotional engraving depicts the Virgin Mary tenderly embracing the Christ Child, set wi...

Unusual hand made folk art tray from the 1950's in aluminum with etched and incised tropical theme of flamingos in palm trees. Great serving and conversation piece signed by woman ar...

Engravings that were part of the extensive collection by Jean-François de Neufforge, from his publication "Recueil élémentaire d'architecture." This collection was a significant work...

Sphinx of Giza, Antique Egypt Engraving by Norden & Tuscher, 1755 Description This striking engraving presents one of the earliest and most influential European depictions of th...

North America & the Pacific – Rigobert Bonne’s Enlightenment Map, c.1780 This striking late 18th-century map presents North America in a broad global context, extending from the Atl...

Antique Map of Kalmykia – Vandermaelen Lithograph of Central Asia, 1827 This rare antique map titled “Partie de la Kalmoukie” (No. 56) is an original 1827 lithograph by Belgian cart...

Set of Three Antique Fish Engravings from Diderot’s Encyclopédie, 1770s A fine and complete set of three copperplate engravings from Denis Did...

A finely executed 19th-century British sporting engraving titled, “The Princess,” engraved by Edward Hacker (1813–1905), one of the noted Victorian interpreters of thoroughbred racin...

Jupiter Cults and Roman Coins, Composite Classical Engraving, Montfaucon 1721 This detailed composite engraving originates from the first English edition of Bernard de Montfaucon’s ...

Lot of Two Imperial Russian Silver Vodka Cups Silver vodka cup, tapered cylindrical body with flared lip finely engraved with typical alt...

Baroque oval silver tray. Made in Milan, Italy in the mid-19th century. Completely hand engraved with scrolls and central flowers. The swirls and flo...

Chinese Peacock-Pheasant – Hand-Colored Bird Engraving by Edwards & Seligmann, c.1750–1776 This fine hand-colored engraving depicts the Chinese Peacock-Pheasant (Phasianus alis et caudâ oculatis), an exotic species admired in Europe for its ornate plumage. The bird is shown perched gracefully on a flowering branch, its feathers marked with striking blue and green eye-like spots. Decorative peonies frame the composition, enhancing the print’s ornamental character. The engraving bears multilingual titles: “Der chinesische Phasanenpfau” (German), “Le Paon-Phaisan de la Chine” (French), and the Latin classification Phasianus, alis et caudâ, oculatis. At the lower left, the note G. Edwards ad viv. delin. credits the original life drawing...

Napoleon at the Bivouac of Wagram – French Empire History Engraving c.1840 Description: This striking 19th-century French engraving depicts Napoleon in quiet contemplation during a ...

The Passion of Christ – Twelve Dramatic Scenes, Pieter Mortier Engravings, c.1700 Description: This powerful sequence of six large copper engravings (each plate containing two scene...

Antique Map of Africa with Algeria Inset – Stieler Atlas 1858 This antique map of Africa, engraved by F. von Stülpnagel and published by Justus Perthes in 1858, is a finely detailed...

Kneeling Male Nude Study after de Lairesse German Drawing Manual c1745 Description: This expressive academic study of the male nude originates from the German edition of Gérard de L...

Napoleon Bonaparte, Imperial Eagle and World Allegory – French Engraving This powerful 19th-century allegorical print centers on Napoleon Bonaparte as a global and imperial force, e...

An antique Greek pure silver & cloisonne case, circa 1910. Despite this case dating circa 1910 it has a later engraved legend to the base "Greek Army Day Athens, 15th May 1946", from...

"1710 Edward Wells Map of Ancient Greece: A New Map of Antient Greece, Tirana, Morea, Ilyricum, Sicily, and Macedonia" Description of the Map: This map, produced around 1710 and en...

Grand Master of the Teutonic Order: 1791 Hand-Colored Engraving in Ceremonial Robes This exquisite hand-colored engraving, titled "Hochmeister des deutschen Ordens" (Grand Master ...

These are believed to be by Boston & Sandwich spool stem goblets, blown between 1870 & 1887, which were individually hand engraved by Cape Cod glass men descended from the highly ski...

Antique Bay Laurel Botanical Print, Laurus Nobilis, Hand Colored, c.1831 This refined botanical engraving depicts Laurus Nobilis, the bay laurel, a plant deeply rooted in Mediterran...

Sterling silver vase with a sinuous and classic shape. The vase was made from a 925 silver plate and subsequently embossed with a design depicting a flowering branch. The very fine...

Northern Hemisphere Star Map – Constellations & Astronomical Chart c.1858 This attractive antique print shows the northern starry sky titled “Der nördliche gestirnte Himmel”, meanin...

Stunning Adams Style Carved & Painted Satinwood Engraved mirror England, 1925 A fine example of an early 20th century English Adam style mirror...

Pair Original Hand Colored Engravings, Georges-Louis Leclerec, Comte de Buffon, Paris 1749. These two original engravings from Histoire Naturell, Generale et Particuliere, avec la...