English carved ivory figure /head of famous caricature, Dr. Syntax, created by Thomas Rowlandson in the 18th century. The head is antique, and probably dates to the period  More »

English carved ivory figure /head of famous caricature, Dr. Syntax, created by Thomas Rowlandson in the 18th century. The head is antique, and probably dates to the period (18th century), but the round base is a later addition and may be bone. Total height is slightly under 2 1/2 inches.The well-known cartoonish face with pointed chin coming up to meet pointed nose, big puffy hair/wig wonderfully depicted eyes. Great detail to brows, hair and toothless mouth.Very good condition. ********Thomas ROWLANDSON was born in London, England in 1756. He was the son of an unsuccessful merchant. He nevertheless received a decent education and travelled extensively in Europe and the British Isles. He was to become on the of most famous political lampoonists and caricaturists of his age - the era of King George III. There was little censorship at the time & some ''vicious'' cartoons were drawn of political figures. Even Royalty did not escape. Rowlandson turned his talent as a draughtsman, etcher and engraver of aquatints, to good advantage. Perhaps his most enduring works are the plates drawn for the very successful ''DR SYNTAX'' series of books. Status: For Sale Reference#: 2722 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

Silver miniature of two men sawing accros a log or pole. Complicated industrial machinery. Dutch. Probably dates to late 19th or early 20th century. base is 1 7/8inches  More »

Silver miniature of two men sawing accros a log or pole. Complicated industrial machinery. Dutch. Probably dates to late 19th or early 20th century. base is 1 7/8inches long. Flat, rectangular base is engraved with naturalistic pattern. On it are two men, sawing through a pole/log. Surrounding them is a plethora of industrial machinery and tools. Great detail - very rare celebration of the machine world. Series of Dutch hallmarks on the base. Great condition. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1115 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

Japanese ivory okimono, probably 19th century, possibly very early, depicting a hunter capturing an eagle.7 1/2inches long.5inches high.A hunter stands astride an eagle,  More »

Japanese ivory okimono, probably 19th century, possibly very early, depicting a hunter capturing an eagle.7 1/2inches long.5inches high.A hunter stands astride an eagle, it''s outstretched wings forming the base of the group. Hooked beak open as though shouting in anger. The hunter, belt and jacket flying as he moves swiftly, holds a looped rope with which to tie up the bird, one hand holding it down below the neck. His face is steeped in concentration. The detail of this group is fantastic. Turn it upside down and it is equally beautiful - the wings, each feather of which is carved and etched, rest on a leafy branch.Behind the man is his quiver with some arrows removed.The ivory has a wonderful buttery patina, only to be found in very old pieces. The exceptional quality of the sculpting is also not to be found in anything made for well over 100 years.Condition is very good. I found one tiny rectangle missing from the branch underneath. I believe this should have held the signature. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1844 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

Exceptional genuine elephant ivory figure of a woman, carved, I believe no later than the 18th century. Measures 8 3/8inches excluding the base. 9 1/2inches high including  More »

Exceptional genuine elephant ivory figure of a woman, carved, I believe no later than the 18th century. Measures 8 3/8inches excluding the base. 9 1/2inches high including the base.Old ivory has incredible butterly patina - smootheness that only centuries can produce.Upon first glance, the figurine looks fairly stylised, but closer inspection reveals amazing subtlety and delicately carved detail. She wears a finely carved long dress with delicate folds and scallops at the bottom, revealing the tips of her feet. Her hands are enclosed in a muff or cascading cloth. Her face is magnificent: wonderful detail to features. A subtle smile plays around her mouth, she has marvellous dimples, a very slight double chin, eyes closed in pleasure and an amazing complex hairstyle that only a rich noblewoman could have sported. Ears are long and spiralling.Ebonised wooden base in the form of a double flower.Excellent condition.No damage of any sort. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1564 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

Handpainted porcelain figure of Shul Meister Lempel by Max Rosler, from the Max and Moritz series. Dated 1894.Measures 8 1/2inches high.MINT condition. Stands on oval base.  More »

Handpainted porcelain figure of Shul Meister Lempel by Max Rosler, from the Max and Moritz series. Dated 1894.Measures 8 1/2inches high.MINT condition. Stands on oval base. Hilarious comic figure, brilliantly portrayed with his stick and slippers.Underneath are German factory marks and signature. The factory is Max Roesler from Rodach, a town in Germany. The badge mark is the factory mark and under that is a squiggle that is the two-digit mold number and the script reads ''hangemalt'' (hand painted). Please email for clearer ''photos. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1682 Condition: See Description Year: See Description Title: 19C GERMAN PORCELAIN FIGURINE MAX MORITZ ROSLER   « Less

Leopard / cheetah porcelain figurine, made in Russia, by the Lomonosov factory, 1950-60.measures 8 1/4inche from end to end.Leopard or cheetah grooms itself and relaxes. Soft  More »

Leopard / cheetah porcelain figurine, made in Russia, by the Lomonosov factory, 1950-60.measures 8 1/4inche from end to end.Leopard or cheetah grooms itself and relaxes. Soft buttery tones of yellow, tan and brown. Lovely details of face and tail.Marked underneath with red factory mark. Condition is MINT. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1819 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

Art Nouveau era Alabaster statue / bust of a young girl. Probably English/French, 19th century. Measures a little under 4inches high. Stone that looks like butter. A  More »

Art Nouveau era Alabaster statue / bust of a young girl. Probably English/French, 19th century. Measures a little under 4inches high. Stone that looks like butter. A little girl, bobbed waved hair is depicted wearing a simple top with a scallop-edged collar. Very, very sweet. Craftsmanship of the highest order. There is a gilt bronze disk inserted underneath with raised letters RM, in the Art Nouveau style. Status: For Sale Reference#: 967 Condition: See Description Year: See Description Title: NOUVEAU ALABASTER STATUE CARVED BUST LITTLE GIRL   « Less

Rare pair of window fasteners with double heads. Made 19th century France.These can be found, but they only have a single head, looking one way. This pair has two heads each,  More »

Rare pair of window fasteners with double heads. Made 19th century France.These can be found, but they only have a single head, looking one way. This pair has two heads each, one looking in each direction.Heavy moulded iron heads are quite lovely and will make a charming and amusing addition to any architectural project.They are in good condition. No damage. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1823 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

Silver seal with sculpted figure of Napoleon Bonaparte. Measures: 2 3/8'' high. Seal with impressed initials ''CB''. Napoleon stands on the seal which acts as a base.  More »

Silver seal with sculpted figure of Napoleon Bonaparte. Measures: 2 3/8'' high. Seal with impressed initials ''CB''. Napoleon stands on the seal which acts as a base. Classic pose, military uniform. Very fine detail. There are 2 silver hallmarks on the base. It is in very good condition: no damage of any sort. Status: For Sale Reference#: 437 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

Item: Antique Chinese Soapstone Black Dogs of Fo Pair Age: c1851 - 1908 Xianfeng to Guangxu Period (Hsien Feng to Kuang Hsu Period) Size: Height - 5 inches (12.5  More »

Item: Antique Chinese Soapstone Black Dogs of Fo Pair Age: c1851 - 1908 Xianfeng to Guangxu Period (Hsien Feng to Kuang Hsu Period) Size: Height - 5 inches (12.5 cms) Condition: Fair - some chipping and nibbling in places - some dust gathered in places - all commensurate with age.   « Less