Miniature Oil Painting on Ivory: Framed c. 1900

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Ivory Pre 1910: item #766480

Measurements: 3.5" x 5.5"

A truly charming oil painting on ivory of a court figure with a definite twinkle in her eye! Very strong detail.

Probably French, but unsigned.

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Oriental Snuff Bottle Carved Mother of Pearl on Ivory

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Ivory Pre 1900: item #754736
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This is a very nice Chinese or Japanese Snuff Bottle from the 19th century. It is Carved Mother of Pearl on Ivory. It is well carved. It measures approximately 2 3/8" x 1/2". It it is very good condition.

Antique Scrimshaw Article, English 19th C

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Ivory Pre 1900: item #748332

Whale bone, probably English. Approx. 7" wide.

19th Century~Carved Parasol Ivory Handle~ Parasol Frame

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Ivory Pre 1900: item #734577
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19th Century ~Carved Parasol Ivory Handle and Ivory Frame and top~ with Parasol Frame with beautifully carved flowers and monogram.

IVORY Louis XVI Cigarette Card Case 18th Cent. France

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Ivory Pre 1800: item #727289

Ivory Cigarette or card case, 18th century France. A rare hand painted Louis XVI love scene in the manner of Lancret on the finest immaculate ivory. A masterpiece rarely found. The case is finished beautifully, perfect for your business cards. Please note the oval ivory button and superb hand painted details. Condition: Excellent, some slight wear to the painting, normal for the period. The black ribbon bands have been removed.

IVORY FAN 24 KT Gilt and Sterling, France 19th Century

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Ivory Pre 1900: item #727281

Ivory Fan from France, mid 19th century with hand painted 24 KT gilt and sterling foil florals and birds, with a delicately painted scroll motif. The 18 ivory ribs are held together with an immaculate lacy white French ribbon. The fan is in pristine condition, truly museum quality.

Glove Stretcher Ivory English Antique Scissor Action

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Ivory Pre 1900: item #712128
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This is a wonderful item of victoriana. This is an antique ivory glove stretcher dating 1880-1890s. The glove stretcher measures 8 inches long and has a scissor action pivoting on an internal bone wheel. The action has a tight return and I don't know the mechanics but it works beautifully. The glove stretcher was an essential part of every victorian woman's vanity tolls or gadgets and was used to gently stretch the fingers of the many pairs of kidskin gloves required at the time. This glove stre... Click for details

French Ivory Desk Writing Set Wax Seal Pen Bookmark

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Ivory Pre 1900: item #706457
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A fine French desk set with ivory handled wax seal, pen and letter opener/bookmark in fitted box with red velvet lining. The ivory handles of all 3 pieces are hand tooled with designs of shell, flowers and scroll boarders. It looks like the gold areas may be gold leaf and the green may be paint. Good cross hatching grains in the elephant ivory. The silver mounts on the pen and seal have a French touch hallmark. The letter opener also serves as a bookmark. The pen nib is marked 725, Gold Plate, D... Click for details

Antique American Scrimshaw Ivory or Bone Spoon Whimsy

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Ivory Pre 1900: item #704238
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Featuring an ivory or bone spoon meausuring 5" long x 1" wide. This is a wonderful piece with pierced designs on the handle. The shape of the spoon bowl may indicate that it was for bone marrow. This piece is very smooth to the touch and has a great patina with various graining. Return privilege providing item returned within 3 days of having received it and in sent condition. Postage/insurance extra. NY buyer pays their local county sales tax on item and shipping charges unless valid NY state s... Click for details

Antique American Marine Ivory Scrimshaw Leg Shoe Knife

Antiques: Decorative Art: Organics: Ivory Pre 1900: item #704235
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Rare American scrimshaw marine ivory(probably walrus)pocket knife in shape of lady's leg with shoe. Measures 3" long when open, and 2" long when closed. The blade is marked "England" on one side and "Rogers Cutlers to his".The word "Majesty" may be covered up by the ivory. There is also a cross hall mark and a star hallmark by the word England. The tip of the blade has been damaged and the plate is worn. The ivory itself is in excellent condition. This is a great piece of American ivory scrimsha... Click for details