Imperial Russian Lacquered Box Painting -19th Century

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Lacquer Pre 1900: item #769543
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Museum quality Russian lacquered wood box top, made by the firm of N. Lukutin of Fedoskino. This piece dates from about 1880 -1890. This piece was once the top of a box, but is presently mounted in an ornate gilded Rococo frame dating to about 1890. The back of the piece is signed by N. Lukutin. The hand-painted signature includes three Imperial double-headed Russian eagles painted in gold, with each holding a shield with an "A" on it, indicating appointment to the household of Czar Alexander II... Click for details

Papier mache lacquer games box oriental scene

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics Pre 1920: item #769413
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A charming papier mache box covered in black lacquer and decorated with a japanese scene. The interior is divided into 3 sections to hold playing cards and scorers.

Probably dating from c.1900. it measures 7 3/4x4 1/4x1 1/4inches (19.6x10.9x3.2 cms).

There are chips to one corner of the lid and the interior rim. It is in good condition.... Click for details

Antique Carved Ostrich Egg - Classical Buildings

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics Pre 1837 VR: item #768284
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An antique carved ostrich egg with the design of several views of classical buildings around the circumference. Very likely a souvenir of the Grande Tour. There are three views of the structures done in excellent detail - and between these vignettes is carved scroll work of grapes and grape leaves. The ends of the egg are also carved with acanthus leaves and other leaves and flowers in elaborate patterns. A very interesting, and highly unusual piece, probably from as early as 1820. Color of... Click for details

Large Victorian painted wood bird house c1880

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Wood Pre 1900: item #767595
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Large rustic late Victorian painted wood bird house c1880. This airy bird house retains its original painted decoration. Found in New Hampshire. It measures 57 inches high by 38 inches wide and 20 inches deep. Very good condition with some minor rails missing. Shipping extra. Connecticut residents and buyers picking up in Connecticut add 6% state sales tax. Buyers outside the USA are responsible for any taxes,tariffs or customs that might apply. *** If you wish to see examples of similar items w... Click for details

Napoleonic French POW Straw Work Case / Box circa 1800

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Wood Pre 1800: item #767454
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This is an extremely fine Straw-Work box or case, made by Napoleonic French Prisoners of War, & dating to circa 1800.

Straw-Work gained popularity in the UK during the late 18th / 19th century, after it was brought to the attention of the wider British public by the ... Click for details

Napoleon III era Straw Work & Ivory Match Safe c.1850's

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Wood Pre 1900: item #767413
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This is an early Straw-Work matchsafe or Vesta case, almost certainly of French manufacture, & made during the reign of Napoleon III, around 1850 - 60.

Straw-Work gained popularity in the UK during the 19th Century, after it was introduced by the French & Dutch Napol... Click for details

ANTIQUE MOUNTED PRIMITIVE STICKY RICE TRAY WITH HANDLE

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Wood Pre 1910: item #767353
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Antique Thai primitive sticky rice pan. These hard wood trays were handmade by the villagers of Northern Thailand. Each one has a unique look and was carved from a single solid piece of wood with primitive tools. Once used by the villagers to spread the sticky rice on to get the proper moisture content. Now these primitive kitchen utensils have been replaced with aluminum. Once a family's necessity now a great rustic home decor accent piece for your home. Size: 18 1/2" wide, 31 3/4" tall.

Napoleon III era French Straw-Work Match Safe c.1850's

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Wood Pre 1900: item #767306
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This is an early Straw-Work matchsafe or Vesta case, almost certainly of French manufacture, & made during the reign of Napoleon III, around 1850 - 60.

Straw-Work gained popularity in the UK during the 19th Century, after it was brought to the attention of the wider B... Click for details

VICTORIAN BONE SPANGLED LACE BOBBIN "SAMUEL"

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics Pre 1900: item #767219

A fine VICTORIAN ENGLISH BONE SPANGLED LACE BOBBIN. Circa 1860. The bobbin has been hand carved and decorated in colors of red, green, orange and black. The spangle has six beads. The name "SAMUEL" has been worked in a pin-prick design. The bobbin measures 4 1/2 inches in length. In excellent condition.

China Antique Ebony Deer Statue late 19th C.

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Wood Pre 1900: item #766717
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This is very attractive North China Deer. It was carved by an unknown carver in Hebei (Beijing is surrounded by Hebei) and brought to market here. The wood is called wu-mu in Chinese, this is ebony in English. Ebony is used rather sparingly in China for smaller objects (we have seen it in rulers). This statue is rarely seen in Chinese wooden art.