Engraved Furniture

The image depicts an original old hand-colored copperplate engraving of the plant "Oxalis stricta", commonly known as yellow wood sorrel or common yellow oxalis. This botanical illus...

Exquisite Art Deco flower or sunburst ceiling lamp, Engraved and Molded bronze, Milk Glass. France, 1930s. This flush mount features a flower burst or sunburst with alternating rays ...

A fine quality large antique/vintage Russian hand-blown engraved cobalt blue glass egg attributed to Faberge and probably dating from the early 20th century. The egg is hollow hand b...

Antique Bixa Botanical Print, Bixa Orellana (Annatto), c.1831 Description: This vibrant botanical engraving illustrates Bixa Orellana, the annatto plant, valued for its seeds which ...

This original print is titled "THE PYRAMIDS OF EGYPT." It depicts the famous Giza pyramid complex, with the three pyramids standing prominently in the background. In the foreground...

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING A Victorian coromandel jewellery box attributed to George Betjemann and Sons, featuring Ashford marble pietra dura style inlay and gilt brass mounts, dating ...

Egyptian Revival Bronze Scarab Paperweight with Hieroglyphic Inscription, Early 20th Century A finely cast Egyptian Revival scarab paperweight in p...

Egypt & Lower Nubia – Elegant Antique Atlas Map of the Nile, ca.1888 This elegant antique atlas map presents Egypt and the Nile Valley in a refined, softly colored composition that feels timeless and architectural. The long vertical sweep of the Nile immediately draws the eye, flowing from the Mediterranean through Cairo and Upper Egypt toward Lower Nubia, framed by delicately engraved desert regions and subtle coastal shading along the Red Sea. Produced by Rand, McNally & Co. at the height of late-19th-century American atlas design, the map combines clarity with a restrained pastel palette that works exceptionally well in contemporary interiors. The balance between open desert spaces and the finely detailed river corridor gives the sheet a calm, almost meditative presence on the wall, making it particularly attractive for living rooms, studies, libraries, or hospitality settings. Cartographic details are crisp yet unobtrusive, allowing the overall composition to read as decorative rather than technical. The typography is elegant and evenly spaced, while the hand-colored regions add warmth without overpowering the design. When framed, the vertical format emphasizes the monumental scale of the Nile and creates a strong visual anchor in a room. A particularly appealing feature of this sheet is that the reverse side displays a decorative map of Africa, making it a versatile double-sided atlas leaf. This adds interest for collectors and interior designers alike, whether framed with visible margins, floated in a double-glazed frame, or appreciated as a historical object in a portfolio or drawer. Printed on original late-19th-century atlas paper, this map retains the authentic texture and presence expected of a period piece, offering both decorative impact and historical character without feeling heavy or academic. Condition report: Original atlas paper with light age toning consistent with period. Minor edge wear and gentle handling marks typical of bound atlas sheets. Overall well preserved with clean color and strong legibility. Framing tips: This map works beautifully in a light oak, walnut, or muted gold frame with an off-white or warm ivory mat. A tall vertical mat emphasizes the flow of the Nile and enhances the architectural feel. Museum glass is recommended to preserve the soft pastel tones. Technique: Color lithograph Maker: Rand, McNally & Co., United States, late 19th century Keywords: Egypt map, Nile map, Nile wall art, antique map of Egypt, decorative atlas map, Rand McNally map, antique Egypt wall art...

Ortelius Asia Japan China Taiwan Philippines East Indies Antique Map 1570 This highly important early map of Asia titled “Indiae Orientalis Insularumque Adiacientium Typus” is one of the most influential 16th-century European depictions of East and Southeast Asia. Published by Abraham Ortelius for his groundbreaking atlas Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, this map presents a sweeping geographical vision of the Far East before the full penetration of the Dutch into the region. It covers India, Indochina, China, Korea, Japan, the Philippines, the East Indies or Spice Islands, New Guinea, and parts of the western Pacific. Ortelius was the first European cartographer to name Formosa (modern Taiwan), marking a milestone in Western geographic knowledge of Asia. Japan appears in its famous early “kite-shaped” form, shown as a large oval island...

Circa 1691 Frederick de Wit Map: Middle East with Arabia, Persia & More This exquisite hand-colored map, circa 1691, by Frederick de Wit, illustrates the Middle East, spanning from Turkey and Egypt to Afghanistan, with a detailed representation of the Arabian Peninsula. The map's detailing in Arabia is based on Nicolas Sanson's influential 1654 map, which was one of the most accurate and detailed depictions of the region up to the mid-seventeenth century. The decorative title cartouche is richly adorned with images of exotic figures, animals, and a merchant ship, symbolizing the region's historical trade importance. Additionally, a mapmaker is shown working with traditional tools, adding a touch of authenticity to the cartographic art. This is the fourth state of the map, published between 1691 and 1696. The map measures 21.8 inches in width by 18.5 inches in height, featuring a sharp impression, with minimal staining and a carefully repaired centerfold separation at the bottom. Keywords: - Middle East historical map - Frederick de Wit map - 17th century maps - Arabian Peninsula map - Persia (Iran) map - Turkey and Egypt map...

Set of Eight Antique Engravings of Corals from Diderot’s Encyclopédie, ca. 1770 A striking set of eight copperplate engravings from Denis Diderot and Jean le Rond d’Alembert’s Encyc...

Hand-engraved Egyptian serving tray in brass. Imported as a souvenir to Denmark circa 1950-60. It features ornamented handles, hieroglyphs and pharaoh depictions. Measurements: L: 47...

Knight of the Order of St. Andrew in Russia: 18th-Century Hand-Colored Engraving This exquisite hand-colored engraving portrays a "Ritter des Heiligen Andreas Ordens in Russland" ...

12-lights chandelier in light-green porcelain and bronze in burnished. Each object is handcrafted and the care for every detail makes each item unique in its kind. The lampshades are...

Title: Limburgum Oppidum Galliae Belgicae, vulgo Lympurch, gallicè, Lembor Dr. Type: Print (Copper Engraving) Circa 1580 Technique: Colored Copper Engraving Medium: Handmade Paper S...

Antique Engraving of King Richard II – Published London, 1785 This fine copperplate engraving depicts King Richard II of England (1367–1400), who reigned from 1377 until his deposit...

Rare 1793 Map of North America: French and Indian War Boundaries and Historical Notes This remarkable engraved map of North America, printed in 1793 by Emanuel Bowen and John Gibs...

Elegant Pair of Tall Sterling Silver Corinthian Column Candlesticks by William Hutton & Sons, Sheffield, 1899 An impressive pair of 9" tall sterling silver candlesticks...

ASPREY (Retailer) - GOURDEL VALES & CO. (Manufacturer) - Exceptional and rare George V period sterling silver and guilloché enamel round dressing table box - featuring powder blue en...

Antique Alexander the Great Map, Persia India Asia, French Atlas 1838 Description: This finely engraved historical map titled Carte de l’Empire d’Alexandre was published in Paris in...

Set of 2 1970's Italian Handcrafted and signed Bronze vases by Esa Fedrigolli The Organically shaped vases depict forms of lines in the shape of waves. Each vase has created its own...

Title: "Solemn Mass or Grand' Messe" Description: This detailed engraving depicts a Roman Catholic solemn or high mass, typically celebrated on Sundays and holy days. The scene is s...

Exceptional Dominic & Haff Japonisme Sterling Cabinet Vase—Dragonfly & Cobwebs This exquisite Dominic & Haff sterling silver cabinet vase is a rare and finely detailed example of Ja...

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern ceiling light with teakwood and art glass shades. This vintage light fixture has a beautiful look and feel and you will hardly ever find a light fixture...

Antique Nutmeg Botanical Print, Myristica aromatica, Hand Colored Description: This striking botanical engraving depicts Myristica aromatica, the nutmeg tree, including foliage, fru...

Antique Gamboge Botanical Print, Garcinia Cambogia, Hand Colored, c.1831 This original botanical engraving depicts Garcinia Cambogia, a tropical tree valued for producing gamboge, a...

Hand carved clear crystal and patinated golden bronze box. Each object is handcrafted and the care for every detail makes each item unique in its kind. The style of this box is a mod...

Antique print titled 'Upsal, Een Aerts-bisschoppelyke Stad in Zweden, beroemt door hare Acadmie. Upsala, Urbs Archiepiscopalis in Suecia, Academia sua nobilis'. View of Uppsala, Sweden, with a view of a royal coach...

European Political Satire – Original Antique Allegorical Map by Draner, 1881 This striking satirical map of Europe, titled Carte de la Fraternité Européenne, was published in Paris ...

This is the frontispiece of the first volume of "Delle antichità di Ercolano" (The Antiquities of Herculaneum), published in 1757 by the Royal Printing House of Naples, Italy. The ...

Beautiful and stylish clock, in good working order. If you are looking for an exceptionally designed clock from the Arts & Crafts era then this rare wall clock could be yours to o...

HERMAN TALVIK (1906-1984) - Vintage Surrealist engraving - signed lower right - untitled - finished with a single bevel edged matte board under glass - vintage painted wood frame wit...

The 4-door Italian sideboard with Murano glass, solid wood and brass is a true highlight for any sophisticated interior. Handcrafted with meticulous attention to detail, this sidebo...

A good & large 19th century antique brass Hindu temple altar shrine, circa 1880. The shrine in two sections with a domed top and a turned & pointed finial, below is a shaped gallery ...

Highly Detailed Russian Silver, Soviet Period Persian Cat Sculpture with Garnet Eyes, 88 Zolotnik, Marked "S.W.," Circa 1950s A finely modeled and intricately chased hollow silver sculpture of a long-haired domestic cat, likely modeled after the Persian or Himalayan breed. The animal is depicted in a seated posture, with a stylized curling tail and attentive expression, rendered with lifelike depth and emotional presence. The rich fur texture is deeply chased and subtly polished across high points, creating dramatic surface contrast and a tactile, almost lifelike softness. The sculpture’s meticulous hand-chasing, naturalistic pose, and jewel-like eyes reflect the enduring influence of Karl Fabergé’s animalier tradition, particularly the small-scale silver and hardstone animal studies produced in his Moscow workshops at the turn of the 20th century. Like Fabergé’s celebrated menagerie, this piece captures both the anatomical accuracy and the spirited personality of its subject, elevating it from a decorative object to a work of art imbued with character and luxury. The figure's eyes are set with smooth red cabochon stones—likely garnets or finely colored glass paste—enhancing its realistic gaze. The underside bears a Russian silver hallmark, including the “88” zolotnik standard (equivalent to .916 silver purity), along with the Latin-letter maker’s mark “S.W.,” attributed to a postwar Soviet-era workshop producing fine export silver. Although the piece appears solid at first glance, it is finely executed as a sealed hollow-form casting using the lost-wax method, a traditional sculptural technique that allowed for rich surface modeling while minimizing weight. A faint rattle can be heard when the figure is gently moved, caused by a small remnant from the casting core or finishing process—a common occurrence in Russian and Continental silver animal figures...

Set of three original antique fish prints. Star fish, Peprilus paru 78, and swordfish, Xiphias gladius 79. Haddock, Melanogrammus aeglefinus 84, and Atlantic cod, Gadus morhua 85. Jo...

Anatomy Display – Antique Engraving by Michael Vandergucht, 1686 This fascinating late 17th-century engraving depicts an anatomy display, showing a skeleton, an écorché (a flayed fi...

This engraving titled "Histoire Naturelle: le café" is a detailed botanical illustration, part of an 18th or 19th-century natural history text or compendium. It depicts the coffee ...

Elegant Fish-Form Silver-Plated Napkin Holders – Sterling Silver Style Luxury Table Décor Bring an element of refined artistry and timeless elegance to your dining or interior setting with this set of fish-shaped silver-plated napkin holders. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, each piece showcases the intricate scales, fins, and lifelike contours of a fish, creating a striking balance of naturalistic beauty and luxury design. These sculptural napkin holders are both decorative and functional, offering a sophisticated way to present napkins at formal dinners, luxury events, or elegant home settings. Their gleaming silver-plated finish, reminiscent of sterling silver craftsmanship, adds brilliance and refinement, while the contrasting tones of silver and gilt gold plating provide versatility for different table settings and interior styles. Perfect for collectors of fine silverware, interior designers, and hosts who appreciate high-end dining accessories, this set embodies the heritage of European decorative silver design while offering a unique, contemporary twist with its bold fish motif. Key Features Material: High-quality silver-plated (with sterling silver style finish) Design: Fish-shaped, detailed scales and fins, realistic artistry Finish: Mixed tones – silver and gilt gold plating for luxurious contrast Condition: Very good vintage condition, highly polished and well-preserved Function: Napkin holders, luxury table décor, or decorative collectible pieces Style: Timeless European-inspired design for fine dining and interior elegance Unlike standard napkin holders, these fish-form silver-plated pieces function as both practical dining accessories and statement décor items. Their sculptural quality makes them equally at home on a luxury dining table, displayed as part of a silverware collection, or even used as interior accents in modern and classical homes alike. This unique design draws on traditions of antique sterling silver tableware while offering an accessible option for collectors and hosts who want to achieve the same level of sophistication. Silver-Plated Fish Napkin Holders, Sterling Silver Style Tableware, Luxury Silver Dining Accessories, Collectible Silver-Plated Decor, High-End Silver Tableware, Antique Silver Napkin Holders...

Title: Rare 16th Century Map of the Holy Land and Palestine by Matthias Quad Description: This rare late sixteenth-century map titled Palaestina quae et Terra Sancta vel Terra Promi...

1711 Star Chart of the Southern Sky - "Mappa Stellarum Australium quae in Altitudine Poli Borei Graduum" This beautiful star chart, engraved by Arnold van Westerhout in 1711, shows ...

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 of Tibet and Region West of Turfan by D’Anville, Paris, 1737 This finely engraved map is one of the detailed sheets from Jean-Baptiste Bourguignon d’Anville’s Carte géné...

Frontispiece to volume one of 'Gallia Antiqua'. It shows an allegorical scene with Mercury standing at left beside a nymph painting the 'Bataille de Soissons'. Tragan's column behind...

Sandwich-Eilanders – Antique Hand-Colored Engraving of Hawaiian Figures (c.1800) Description: An early 19th-century hand-colored ethnographic engraving titled “Sandwich-Eilanders,” ...

A very elegant clear crystal table lamp with a tall Baccarat engraved tulipe, France, 1980-1990. This beautiful table lamp is in very good condition, no chips or cracks, rewired. On...

Four-Singed Credenza "Optical '70s" - Justfurnituress Designed and produced by Justfurnituress, this four-door sideboard is an authentic homage to Italian design from the 1970s, rei...

Continental Silver Wax Seal with Art Nouveau Figure and Landscape, Circa 1900 Stamped . 800 silver with engraved seal "W.G." Dimensions: 2.5" H x 1" W x 0.5" D A finely executed Con...

Christofle 'Grand Hotel Paris' Silver-Plated Oval Tray, circa 1920s A gleaming relic of French luxury hospitality, this silver-plated oval serving tray by Christofle is engraved Gra...

Blaeu Bermuda Map, Somers Isles, Atlantic Chart, Hand-Colored, c.1642 Description: A highly decorative and historically significant map of Bermuda, titled...

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...

Parthian Empire Map, Arsacid Persia & Bactria, Wilkinson London 1817 This finely engraved and delicately hand-colored map depicts the Parthian Empire at the height of the Arsacid dy...

This masterful work is a testament to the artistry of Coenraet Decker, an illustrious figure in the realm of 17th-century printmaking. Published in Amsterdam by Zacharias Chatelain...

The engraving illustrates three marine creatures: 1. **Ophiure serpent de mer** - This is likely an ophiuroid, commonly known as a brittle star. These are echinoderms, related to st...

Sculpture Samuraï all in stoneware, hand-crafted piece with subtle engraved details and decorated with enamels.

This map covers the northwestern coast of Greece and part of present-day Albania. The map was drawn by Johannes Wilhelm Laurenberg, a mathematician and historian who produced several...

A stunning modern sideboard with white Murano "Grisinato" glass that showcases exceptional Italian craftsmanship and mid-century modern style. This handcrafted sideboard is made of ...

Exquisite Antique Sterling Silver Wine Funnel - Hallmarked, Superb Quality This antique sterling silver wine funnel is a remarkable example of fine English craftsmanship, designed t...

Pair Russian Neoclassical Unique Specimen Green Quartz Ormolu Mounted Vases Species Quartz, Commonly known as Agate A exquisite pair of 19th-century Rus...

Pair of Large Silverplated Bronze Pheasant Table Ornaments/Sculptures Italy, Circa 1960s A striking pair of large silver-plated bronze pheasant table ornaments or sculptures, mad...