Engraved Furniture

This map from the "Spruner-Menke Atlas Antiquus" is titled "ORBIS TERRARVM regni Assyrii tempore," which translates to "The World at the Time of the Assyrian Kingdom." It depicts the...

Pair of Chinese Export Carved Jade and Brass Bookends, Republic Period, circa 1920s Description: A finely crafted pair of Chinese export bookends featuring pierced and carved jade (...

An Asian brass cigarette (or other) box with serpentine stone and hand engraving, circa mid-20th century, China. This brass box has a teak wood lining, a round center serpentine ston...

The collage for the catalogue features a curated selection of antique naturalist illustrations, each finely detailed and precisely hand-colored, celebrating the diversity of aquatic and arthropod species: 1. One illustration depicts a **lobster**, easily recognizable by its large claws and segmented body, a classic subject of marine biology due to its complex anatomy and commercial significance. 2. There's also portrayal of a **squid**, its elongated body and tentacles depicted with scientific accuracy, capturing the essence of this mysterious and intelligent cephalopod. 3. The third picture showcases a **crayfish**, with its characteristic pincers and armored exoskeleton, an important creature both ecologically and gastronomically. 4. Finally, the far right features a **sea slug...

Small size, early 1900s Gothic Revival light fixture. In architecture, a chimera or grotesque is a fantastic or mythical figure used for decorative purposes, but in the 12th and 1...

This exquisite compilation showcases two engravings (not framed!) of various fish species from *Histoire Naturelle*, a significant 18th-century work on natural history. The engraving...

Drape takes inspiration from drapery and the use of chiaro- scuro. Drape is a hand-carved porcelain semisphere. Each lamp is designed and carved just as if it was a piece of fabric, ...

Hand-Colored Botanical Lithograph of Wild Mustard and Charlock, Calwer, 1854 Description: This beautifully detailed botanical lithograph is from Carl Georg Calwer’s *Deutschlands ...

Antique print, titled: 'Josephus Archidux Austriae etc.' This original antique plate shows a portrait of Joseph I (26 July 1678 – 17 April 1711), Holy Roman Emperor from 1705 until his death in 1711. Source unknown, to be determined. Joseph I (Joseph Jacob Ignaz Johann Anton...

Presented is an original 1893 etching by George Aikman, after an original watercolor by John Smart. This composition depicts golfers, accompanied by young caddies and families, playi...

An Austrian art-nouveau cigar cutter made by Oskar Dietrich. This is a beautiful cigar cutter created in Austria during the late art-nouveau period, back in the 1900-1920, The cigar...

Thraciae Veteris Typus – 1618 Ortelius Map of Ancient Thrace with Hand Color This striking early 17th-century map, Thraciae Veteris Typus, was published in 1618 by Abraham Orteliu...

Hand-Colored Botanical Lithograph of Spruce, Oak, and Currant, Calwer, 1854 This exquisite botanical lithograph is from Carl Georg Calwer’s *Deutschlands Technische Pflanzen* (185...

Title: Exquisite 1805 Hand-Colored Engraving of Mollusks and Slugs from Bertuch’s Work Description: This beautifully hand-colored engraving is from Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s *P...

Delicate Blue Flower Study, Plate No. 496 This engraving is from a botanical series by William Curtis, likely part of the publication "The Botanical Magazine," which was known for i...

Plate 24 from "A General System of Horsemanship in All Its Branches," (La Methode et Invention nouvelle de Dresser les Chevaux). William Cavendish Duke of Newcastle's work on equestr...

19th-Century Lithograph of the Majestic Striped or Royal Tiger This captivating 19th-century lithograph features the striped or royal tiger (De gestreepte of koninklyke Tijger), d...

Title: 1830s-1850s Hand-Colored Horse Engravings Featuring Fleur-de-Lis, Flexible, Don John, Shakespeare, Rubens, Whisker Description: This compilation feat...

These engravings are a series of detailed architectural drawings from "THEATRUM MACHINARUM UNIVERSALE of Nieuwe Algemeene Bouwkunde" by Tieleman van der Horst, engraved by Jan Schenk...

This engraving of the Black Indian Cuckoo is a fine example from George Edwards' ornithological works, part of his A Natural History of Uncommon Birds or Gleanings of Natural History...

Silver-Plated Standing Peacock Figurine, Vintage Decorative Sculpture Majestic and refined, this silver-plated standing peacock figurine embodies grac...

This is an intricately detailed map from 1852 titled *Colonies Françaises en Amérique*, depicting several key French colonies in the Americas. The map focuses on regions such as Fr...

1823 Hand-Coloured Engraving - Gauchos Lassoing Cattle in Buenos Aires, Argentina Description: This 1823 hand-coloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's "Bilderb...

Antique map of East Asia showing New Holland and parts of Van Diemens Land and New Zealand. This map is the right hand part of a two sheet map, but is complete on its own. This map o...

This lithograph titled *Barracks and Market House, Fredericton, New Brunswick* presents a picturesque view of Fredericton as it appeared in the early 19th century. The image highligh...

Signed Sergio Bustamante Sterling Silver & Vermeil Sun and Moon Link Bracelet, 7.75", 27g A stunning and clearly signed bracelet by renowne...

Square table box with rounded corners in 925/1000 sterling silver with Art Deco design in fire enamel. Dimensions cm. 10.3 x 10.3 x 3.2. Weight gr. 424. Designed by Giorgio Salimben...

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

Small Bronze Tribal Figural Sculpture, Possibly West African, 20th Century Dimensions: 2.5" H x 2.5" D x 1.5" W A powerful and expressive small-scale bronze figural sculpture, likel...

This etching and engraving is a portrait of Assan Aga, created by Elias Nessenthaler, a German artist, in the year 1687. The artwork features Assan Aga, identified as "Magnus Aleppo Bassa," which suggests he held a significant position in Aleppo, likely a high-ranking official or governor ("Bassa" being a variant of "Pasha", a high-ranking title). The text beneath the portrait indicates that he was a significant adversary ("Perniciem") to the emperor of the Turks, hinting at a historical narrative of conflict or betrayal ("Coniuratus hostis" suggesting a conspiratorial enemy). The portrait shows Assan Aga adorned in elaborate attire with a turban, indicative of his status and cultural significance during that period. The detail in the etching, from the facial features to the clothing, reflects the artistic skill of Elias Nessenthaler and the styles of portraiture common in the late 17th century. The framing of the image with decorative borders adds to its formal presentation and would have likely been intended for an audience interested in the political and military figures of the time. Assan Aga, also known as Magnus Aleppo Bassa, was likely a historical figure of significance in Aleppo, bearing the title of Pasha, which indicates a high-ranking official or governor in the Ottoman Empire. The detailed portrait by Elias Nessenthaler, housed in the Royal Collection, hints at his importance during his time. For further details on Assan Aga, you can visit the Royal Collection Trust...

Mark Catesby (British, 1683-1749) Framed Engravings, Set of Four Birds. These 18th Century engravings originated from Catesby's publication, 'The Natural History of Carolina, Florida...

Knight of the Order of the Annunciation in Ceremonial Attire – 18th Century Engraving This exquisite 18th-century hand-colored engraving depicts a Knight of the Order of the Annunci...

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...

Presenting a gloriously rare book …. Tarzan and The Ant Men First Edition by Edgar Rice Burroughs Grosset & Dunlap 1st Edition. Mixed edition...

Large oval table box with mechanical musical movement by the Swiss company Reuge S.A. in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamels on guilloché and on fine ...

These original antique images are hand-colored and from the publication "Picturesque Representations of the Dress and Manners of the Russians," which includes sixty-four colored engr...

Sevres Porcelain Ormolu Tazza, 1838 Hunting Royal Service of King Louis Philippe This exceptional Sèvres porcelain ormolu-mounted tazza, dating to 1838, forms part of the renowned ...

Title: "Rare Creatures of the East: A 1601 de Bry Engraving from the Indies" Description: This original 1601 engraving from Theodore de Bry's collection presents a fascinating array...

Antique Map of Franche-Comté – “La Franche Comté divisée en Trois Grands Bailliages” by Jaillot, 1681 This richly detailed antique map, titled “La Franche Comté divisée en Trois Gra...

19th Century Anglo- Indian Engraved & Jeweled Bronze Cobra Candlestick India, Circa 1890 One the finest examples of late 19th century Anglo- Indian bronze cobra candlesticks, ma...

Antique print titled 'Faneuiel Hall, Botson'. View of Faneuil Hall in Boston, Massachusetts. Engraved by H. Griffiths. Published for the Proprietors by Geo Virtue, circa 1860.

Marina Shell handcrafted print. The technique of printing on gold leaf is our reinterpretation of an ancient tradition. Each print is entirely printed and colored in Italy by our ma...

This evocative 18th-century engraving titled "Sir Walter Raleigh Beheaded in Old Palace Yard" illustrates the somber and historical execution of Sir Walter Raleigh, one of the most celebrated figures of the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras...

Presenting an extremely rare first edition hardback copy of The Seven Seas by Rudyard Kipling from 1897. This rare book is in fair to good condition for ...

Antique Gum Arabic Botanical Print, Acacia Tortilis & Acacia Seyal, c.1831 This detailed botanical engraving illustrates Acacia tortilis and Acacia seyal, two African acacia species...

Handcolored Copperplate Engraving of Cashmere Goats and Sheep, Friedrich Johann Bertuch, 1823 This is an exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving depicting a group of Cashmere go...

Antique Illustrations of Colorful Insects: Hand-Colored Engravings from the 18th and 19th Century This exquisite pair of antique prints showcases vibrant depictions of colorful inse...

Title: "The Repast of the Reapers: 18th-Century Hand-Colored Rural Scene" Description: This vibrant hand-colored engraving, titled *The Repast of the Reapers*, depicts a lively ru...

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...

Title: "Architectural Grace: Van der Horst's Staircase Artistry" Description: The engravings, drawn from Tieleman van der Horst's "THEATRUM MACHINARUM UNIVERSALE," are masterful rep...

Set of four Selby duck engravings. Original engravings from Selby’s British Ornithology illustrations of “Water Birds” by Prideaux John Selby, English ornithologist, botanist and ill...

Title: "Majestic Scavengers: Hand-Colored 19th-Century Engraving of Vultures and Birds of Prey from Bertuch’s *Bilderbuch für Kinder*" Description: This intricate 19th-century e...

"MA-KA-TAI-ME-SHE-KIA-KIAH" "Black Hawk A Saukie Brave" (printed under image) is one of the more attractive and striking McKenney & Hall folios, and consequently more rare and d...

Greenland & the North Pole – Antique Northern Hemisphere Map by Tirion, c.1754 ntique map titled 'Nieuwe Kaart van de Noord Pool na de alderlaatste ondekking int licht gebracht'. Ma...

Title: "Exotic Birds: Hornbill, Lyrebird, and Glossy Starling Engraved by Bertuch, 1805" This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases four distinct and captivating bi...

"Rare 1582 Copper Engraving of Hanseatic House, Antwerp by Guicciardini" This copper engraving, published in 1582 by Christoph Plantin in Antwerp, presents the impressive Hanseatic ...

Paris: Librairie L. Conquet, L.Carteret et Cie. 1904. Maurice Tourneux, preface, Daniel Vierge, illustrations LIMITED EDITION Large 8vo, 10 1/2 x 7 inches (270 x 177 mm); viii, 298 ...

Title: *Eisfest* by E. Heilemann (Ice Festival) Description: This colorful illustration by E. Heilemann, titled *Eisfest* (Ice Festival), depicts a lively winter scene of revelers e...

"Northern Bottlenose Whale: Classic 18th-19th Century Scientific Illustration" Discover a piece of natural history with this exquisite illustration of the Northern Bottlenose Whale (*Hyperoodon ampullatus*, synonymously known as *Delphinus edentulus*), masterfully depicted by noted naturalists Goldfuss, Schreber, and Wagner. This print originates from the esteemed work, *Die Säugthiere in Abbildungen nach der Natur, mit Beschreibungen*, published between 1774 and 1846. This artwork not only captures the majestic form of one of the deep-sea's most intriguing denizens but also embodies the scientific spirit of the Enlightenment and early Victorian era. The illustration, with its precise detailing and lifelike portrayal, serves as an educational tool and a decorative piece, appealing to enthusiasts of marine biology, historical artwork, and antique scientific illustrations...

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 ens...