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Very Large (over one foot long - 20 lbs) antique, finest carved 19th century ebony elephant with lvory tusks, inlaid ivory eyes and inlaid ivory toe-nails, demonstrates unmatched fine quality and artisanship from Sri Lanka. There are several slight age cracks (see photos). This made of the finest most rare and dense heavy African Ebony wood. Weight 19.5 lbs. (9 kilos). Circa 1890s. Dimensions: 10" h. X 13" X 7" d. ( 25 X 36 X 18 cm).

Own this symbolic piece of Japanese culture, art and history - antique Japanese Tsuba - sword hilt or guard of the katana nihonto - curved Samurai sword likely from the Tenmon Period (1532 - 1555) of feudal Japan. This tsuba displays beautiful artistic craftsmanship in its dipictions of butterflies on front and back of the hilt (see photos) Circa 1550. Dimensions: 3 1/8" X 3".

Extremely rare ornate deeply three dimensional art nouveau Japanese Meiji export carved wood chair with iris motif. circa late 1890s. h. 47" w. 22" d. 22". Please see matching massive iris motif six legged table, plant stand and cabinet.

Own a fine working example of old world period artisanship and engineering with this handsome antique German Berliner wall clock made by the Mauthe Clock Company in Schwenningen, Germany (trademark FMS), circa 1890s. The case is made of lindenwood solids and walnut veneers. The dial is celluloid with arabic numerals. The dial center and pendulum bob are both brass embossed in an art nouveau design. The crown is original. The twin train 8 day movement strikes on the hours and the ½ hours. The mo...

100% genuine authentic Antique Victorian mother of pearl and solid gold fountain pen and original case. The beautifully hand carved shaft features an artistic swirl pattern which highlights its iridescent rich solid mother of pearl. The gold is finely chased with a Victorian pattern and signed GOLD SOEL. Tip size #2. 6 inches long. Circa 1875.

Handsome antique German Berliner wall clock made by the Mauthe Clock Company in Schwenningen, Germany (trademark FMS), circa 1890s. The case is made of lindenwood, mahogany and mahogany burl. The dial is ceramic with fine hand painted scroll accents and arabic numerals. The dial center and pendulum bob are both brass embossed in an art nouveau design. The crown is original. The twin train 8 day movement strikes on the hours and the ½ hours. The movement is signed with the Mauthe Eagle trade mar...

Leatherbound 1929 edition "Swinburne Selected Poems" published in 1929. Large 9.75" X 6.5".

This is the finest top-end 19th Century Harvard model - master-crafted and detailed dental cabinet made by the Harvard Company from Canton, Ohio, the premiere dental cabinet maker of the time. This rare unique cabinet is perfect as a special piece to accent living room, dinning room, kitchen or office, while being vastly functional with its many faceted features. It is made of high quality, rich grained quarter sawn oak throughout, with beveled mirror, two roll top tambour doors, 10 swing out t...

Pair of beautifully crafted and skillfully chased 19th Century French Gilt Bronze Dragon Candelabras. Dimensions: 7" tall X 9" long X 4" wide each. Circa 1893.

Small Chinese agate finger bowl. Dimensions: 1.8" diameter X 1.3" high.

Rare fine antique Royal Navy bicorn officer's hat made of genuine beaver pelt with matching custom carrying case - circa 1795 - 1812. This truly a piece of history (from Admiral Nelson's fleet?). Includes dress ribbon, gilt gold hat epaulets. The red silk interior lining is signed "Fraser & Davis - Portsmouth". The carrying case has a mounted copper plaque. Verified comparable sales include Bonhams Oxford April 12, 2005 "Arms & Armour" sale - lot # 483 - $632 (GBP 332) including premium.

Twin train brass case Chelsea clock. Good working condition. Keeps great time. Dimensions: 8" high X 10.5" wide X 4" deep.The face is 4.5" in diameter. The serial number on the bottom is: 37817 making this clock made circa 1907.

Beautifully designed Persian style rug made with attractive color scheme featuring handsome golds and tans with dark accents and trim. Just the right touch to warm your home. Made of Olefin. Dimensions: (7ft. 7") long X 5' 3" wide.

Bring a true piece of history and remarkable Master artisanship into your home with this early 18th Century French overdoor crest architectural element. From a Chateau in Nimes, France, this beautifully hand carved piece crafted by a master artisan with unique deeply three dimensional remarkable scrolling and a unique pair of expressive dynamic Wind God motifs to protect your home. Grand piece - 20% larger than most. Dimensions: 43" wide X 14" high X 4" deep. Don't confuse this piece with late...

Rare quality Regency sarcophagus style tea caddy with pyramid shaped lid, matching rich rosewood and matching twin tea box lids inside. The "tea chest" or "caddy", which became popular later, derives from the Malay Chinese "kati" which means a measure of tea weighing about a pound and one third. This single imported commodity was destined to inspire almost two centuries of social ritual and decorative arts. The largest and most diverse group of caddies are the wooden boxes or chests. The high co...

Unique rare beautifully and intricately hand chased 18th Century Russian Brass and enamel traveling icon. Truly remarkable museum quality detailed artisanship of scenes from the Bible. Icon folds up to travel, folds out to celebrate. Circa 1780. Dimensions: Open: 16" w. X 7.5" h. X .25" d. - Closed: 4.5" w. X 7.5" h. X .5" d.

The finest Second Empire French boulle and ebonized jewel box demonstrates outstandingly excellent artisanship in the highly crafted brass tortoise and brass boulle. Excellent condition. Dimensions: 7.25" wide X 5.25" deep X 3.12 high. Includes quilted silk interior. Circa 1780s.

Beautiful rich lustrous rosewood English regency breakfast table with inlaid accents, gilt trim and casters. This your chance to own a real museum quality treasure. This all original fine piece has fully functioning brass hardware for tilt feature to save space (see photos). h. 28 1/2" diameter 49 1/2". Circa 1800-1815.