Bone Furniture

HUBERTUS SOLINGEN - Vintage stainless steel fork - featuring an antler handle - unsigned - Germany - circa 1950's. Excellent vintage condition -...

PRESENTING A GORGEOUS 19C Anglo Indian Highly Carved Sadeli Mosaic Sarcophagus Sewing Box. Made in Bombay, India circa 1860-80. Box made of sandalwood with highly carved teak wood reliefs and panels on all sides. Edged with bone and ebony veneers and glorious sadeli mosaic, made from tiny pieces of faux ivory, pewter, green semi-precious stone. The box is in a sarcophagus form with domed lid. The original brass carry handles are on the sides. The interior is in great condition and consists of a removeable mirror under the lid portion, with the original red velvet lining behind it. The base is removeable and contains a number of lidded compartments. 6 of the interior lids on the base, are each inlaid with sadeli mosaic banding. The rest are also carved and chased. The interior is fully complete with 7 lidded faux ivory/bone, thread canisters with sadeli domes and the original bone thimble. The box sits on 4 brass ball or bun feet with the original velvet lining on the base. Some minor repairs and losses, but this box is fully complete. This is ‘rare’ as many of these boxes have not survived in such condition! Included in the sale are 2 photos that were in the box (under the base tray). Interestingly, one of them is a view of downtown Nassau, New Providence (Bermuda) from the early 20C and stamped on the rear. What a ‘journey’ this piece has made! Made in India … travelled to Bermuda, probably via Britain … back to Ireland (where we bought it) …. then to Texas! These boxes were made by superb Indian craftsmen, specifically for sale to the ruling British elite. These types of boxes, carved padouk and sandalwood, (whilst beautiful and superbly crafted) were of a lesser quality, than the more profusely and intricately mosaic inlay, tortoiseshell and ivory boxes, made for the British ‘Upper Classes’ in the areas of Bombay and Vizagapatam. These type of boxes were much more affordable back in 1880 (and indeed today) and would probably have been bought by mid-level diplomats, civil servants or visitors. Sewing boxes (in general), were in EVERY Victorian home in Britain in the 19th Century and like other boxes etc were ‘status symbols’ of your place in society! The more ornate the box, the more ‘Upper Class’ you were! Of it’s type, this one, is one of the very higher quality one’s, than the norm! SADELI MOSAIC: “Anglo Indian boxes were made in India for the English residents from the early part of the 18th century. They were brought back or sent back to England usually by the people who had commissioned them. From the beginning of the nineteenth century they were imported more commercially, although not in any significant numbers until the middle decades. They were very highly valued, especially the early ones, to the extent that the designs were copied on late 19th and early 20th century tins. The ancient art of Sadeli Mosaic is said to have been introduced from Shiraz in Persia via Sind to Bombay, a long time before the Anglo Indian boxes were made. It was a technique, which required a high degree of skill and patience. It was executed very lavishly, in that the frequent cuts wasted a great amount of the precious materials used. The workmanship was however more than commensurable to the value of the materials. Ivory, silver, pewter (or other metals), wood and horn were cut into faceted rods which were bound together to form geometric patterns. When the glue has set, the rods were sliced in transverse sections. This gave the maker a number of angled circular pieces in the original pattern. Several variations of patterns could be achieved by combining the materials in different ways. The ivory was sometimes dyed green to give an extra color. The mosaic pieces in a combination of patterns, often separated by ivory, ebony, horn or silver stringing were used to veneer sandalwood boxes. In the early boxes, which date from the turn of the 18th to the 19th century, there are large panels of mosaic covering tops and sides of boxes. It took incredible skill to cover such large areas without any shakes or wavering of the pattern. The corners and joins on these boxes are impeccably matched. The makers (reputed to be Persian) of Sadeli mosaic made in the first two decades of the 19th century displayed a total understanding of the qualities of the different materials they used. They combined substances, which can expand and contract according to atmospheric conditions with others, which are hard and unyielding. The result was a sharp definition of the lines and patterns, which made up the whole design. On the early boxes the designs look deceptively simple. The fact is, they emerged from a culture, which had mastered geometry and understood how to generate a pattern from a set number of points. The patterns are so harmoniously combined that their incredible complexity is not immediately apparent. The earliest Sadeli boxes...

A big chandelier from an austrian mountain chalet, made out of several stag’s horns. Rewired, connection for 9 light bulbs. Austria circa 1880.

Elegant, large-scale, tessellated bone wall mirror by Jimeco ltda.

A lovely pair of Victorian horn perfume travel containers descended through a prominent New England Family. These two have pretty graining and are in generally good condition. The fi...

Fabulous quality rare and important antique English George III inlaid flame mahogany Gentleman's Dressing Table or Beau Brummel. This table...

Elevate your home with Artisanal's exquisite black four drawer inlay chest—a stunning addition that seamlessly blends timeless craftsmanship with modern sophistication. Adorned with intricate foliate motifs patterns, this dresser showcases the artistry of traditional bone inlay, honouring the ancient craft of decorated furniture. Finished with sleek bone knobs, it exudes a contemporary charm while retaining its classic allure. How It’s Made: Handcrafted with meticulous care, each piece is a true masterpiece, created through a traditional inlay process. It features over 2,000 small pieces of bone, carefully shaped into leaf or custom patterns. Each piece is precisely glued onto the surface to form the intricate design, followed by the application of color to enhance its beauty. Handcrafted in India by the artisans of Artisanal. For added safety during transit, we pack the knobs separately, ensuring your chest arrives in pristine condition. Indulge in luxury and elevate your space with our bone inlay chest...

Discover this exquisite Bone Chinese puzzle ball with its stand, a true masterpiece of Asian craftsmanship. This multi-layered (9) dragon puzzle ba...

Vintage Black Forest Chamois Trophy on Carved Plaque ca. 1950 A large decorative trophy of the chamois (Rupicapra rupicapra), mounted on a carved wooden plaque. The plaque has a gre...

Elevate your interior with this exquisitely handcrafted Moroccan Bone Inlay nine drawer dresser, a stunning fusion of traditional artistry and modern luxury. Designed and made by mas...

Napoleonic Prisoner of war painted casket dominoes set We share what we love, and we love this early 19th century Napoleonic prisoner of war hand painted ...

A Exceptional Canton carved faux tortoiseshell snuff box. Qing Dynasty. A Canton carved tortoiseshell snuff box 19th Century Of circular shape and carved in high relief to the cover...

Nineteenth century Thomason type corkscrew with double screw mechanism and having a brass cylindrical body with bands of tooled rings, topped with a steer horn handle with turned ri...

Rustic German (19th Century) oak cabinet with horn trim & carved medallions with flip seat bench base and upper section with 2 large stained glass doors and...

Amazing midcentury oval faux tortoiseshell portable mirror. This item was produced in England during 1950s. This piece is wonderful because its smal...

A fine French Napoleon III Second Empire Period (1852-1870) fliptop card game table. Make a statement with this striking example of high-quality Parisian craftsmanship. Exquisitel...

Knife Sharpener Mid Century Knife Sharpener Exotic Design Bone Handle 1970s Unmarked attribution Westall Richardson Sheffield England 13 x 1.75 x 2.5 ...

Very Large Antique Georgian Caucasian Drinking Horn - 19th Century Silver-Mounted Khantsi with Stand, Rare Decorative Wine Vessel An exceptional antique Georgian/Caucasian drinking ...

Anthony Redmile Furniture is renowned for creating unique, one-of-a-kind works of functional art. This striking mirror showcases the brand’s signature style, blending organic materia...

This family is created with the inspiration of the beautiful province of Jujuy, in the North of Argentina, and the nature of its fertile valley. It is the first line of our collectio...

Beautiful stylized art deco style elephants bronze sculpture on marble base, circa 1940s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 9.5"W x 3.75"D x 8"H and has a grea...

Vintage Shoehorn vase is a original decorative object realized in the mid-20th century. Made in Italy. The object is realized with bamboo wood ...

Part of a collection in which each piece is named after a Greek god, this sophisticated coffee table will imbue a modern living room with a one-of-a-kind elegant allure that comes fr...

Vintage Wild Boar Tusk Trophies with Sterling Silver Mounting plaques - Set of 3, Spain 1942, 1945, 1946. A vintage trio set of wild boar (Sus scrofa) t...

Step into opulence with the Fleur Cube Table—a symphony of modern design and classic Baroque influences. Craftsmanship takes center stage in the creation of the Fleur Cube. Each face...

This Kaitlin Honeycomb Bone Inlay Tallboy Dresser carries a story as unique as its design. Kaitlin, one of our clients, initially commissioned two custom dressers but later returned ...

With its beauty and elegant movement and curves, the Tartaro leaf brings us the concept for this family of handmade trays with fine alpaca ang black horn. They are perfect for servin...

Amazing Indian bone inlaid armchair featuring a shaped back and cabriole leg. Fabulous one of a kind throne armchair heavily inlaid with carved recyc...

Vintage Stainless Steel and Horn Tableware Set for 6 Germany, 1900s A rustic tabelware set consisting of six knives and six forks. The handles are made of genuine deer horn and feat...

A superb quality antique French mantel clock, circa 1875. This Boulle style clock is made with red tortoiseshell typical of the period, and brass inlays to the case front and sides f...

A finely crafted three-piece carving set by Royal Brand Cutlery Company, Sheffield, England, circa 1950s. This handsome set includes a carving knife, fork, and sharpening steel, each...

A French Art Deco styled salad serving set made of natural horn, Bakelite, and silver plate, circa 1920s. Found in une vente de Maison de Maitre in Vouvent, the Vendée region of Fr...

19th century Georgian box in an octagonal form, featuring delicate penwork decoration on the lid with a central portrait medallion and floral motifs. The interior is fitted with a re...

ABOUT Vintage mounted dear antlers on a wooden plaque. CREATOR c.1940-1970. DATE OF MANUFACTURE Unknown. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Horn, Oak. CONDITION Good. We...

ABOUT Vintage mounted dear antlers on a wooden plaque with original tag. CREATOR Unknown DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1985. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Horn, Oak. CONDITIO...

Feast your eyes on our Bone Inlaid Pattern Wall Art in Blue Resin. This isn't just art; it's a mesmerizing blend of tradition and contemporary design. Imagine multiple Celtic dragons...

A narrow wooden box with a sliding lid and a pair of carved bone chopstick handles with contrasting dark inlay at the ends. The bone handles were likely originally affixed to chopsti...

having leather upholstered seats trimmed in nailheads atop legs of antlers, depth is measured to antlers, seat depth is 12 inches, sold only as a pair

The age old Craft of inlay combined with a modern resin pouring technique makes this heirloom piece of a mélange of the old and the new. The inlaid camel-bo...

A stunning bone-inlaid walnut desk with scroll apron and pierced Baroque legs. Italy, late 19th Century. Handcrafted circa 1885, this beautiful desk shows an intricate geometric in...

Large, sterling silver-mounted, antler corkscrew, having a steel mechanism, New York, Ca. 1925, John Hasselbring - maker. The corkscrew measures 6 1/2 inches high at highest point) ...

Antique Set of 19th Century Rustic Cutlery with Carved Horn Handles A rare antique cutlery set of knife and fork. The handles are made of deer horn with handcarved heads of a bear a...

Anthony Redmile Antler Table Natural form Highlighted by a Silver Plated Surface cap and Malachite cabachons

Set of Six Roe Deer Trophies on Turned Plaques Germany ca. 1900s A set of six antique Black Forest roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) trophies mounted on turned wooden plaques. The trop...

This is a beautiful trilobite (Zlichovaspis rugosa) from Atchana, Morocco. It is laid out nice and prone with excellent detail including visible eye facets in both eyes. Trilobites ...

This family is created with the inspiration of the beautiful province of Jujuy, in the North of Argentina, and the nature of its fertile valley. It is the first line of our collectio...

The calm, peace and stillness of the Villa La Angostura lakes, together with its woods, are transmitted to the handles and the relaxed shapes of the trays, pitchers, cutlery and cham...

Elevate your home with Artisanal's exquisite light green inlay media console —a stunning addition that seamlessly combines timeless craftsmanship with modern sophistication. Adorne...

Step closer and let the beat of the Tabla Table resonate through every crafted curve and angle of this exquisite end table. Drawing inspiration from the timeless rhythm of this famed...

A superb four-piece German carving and game bird set by Anton Wingen Jr., Solingen, under the “Othello” mark, finely presented in the original green faux-lizard case with ruched sati...

An elegant take on modern Baroque. Made with bone chips that are handcut one piece at a time to form intricate patterns, it is then topped with vibrant water based colored resin, add...

Antique Cabin Antler Wall Clock with Deer and Chamois Austria ca. 1900 A great rustic antler wall clock. The wooden case is richly decorated with plaster applications, a plaster deer...

Reversible Victorian brooch. A two sided swivel brooch, on one side a photograph of a Victorian gentleman, the other side has a marvellous intricate car...

Siberian Deer Trophy Mount on Wooden Plaque ca. 1900s Item e6939 A large antique Siberian deer (Capreolus pygargus) trophy on a wooden turned plaque with black finish. The trophy was...

A very attractive George V un-used 6 piece brush and mirror set in silver and tortoiseshell with fine silver pique work to the back of each piece. Hallmarked for Hassett and Harper B...

An exceedingly rare Museum Quality traditional Men’s Sword of the Dayak Tribal Peoples of Borneo, Indonesia. An older, traditional piece made from Carved Wood, Steel, Antler, Inlaid ...

Set of Six Vintage Chamois Trophies on Wooden Plaques, Germany ca. 1940s A set of six vintage chamois (Rupicapra rupicapra) trophies mounted on wooden plaques. The trophies were sho...

A decorative and rare desk penholder from the 1960s, designed and executed by Carl Aubock, Vienna. Made of horn, in very good condition. We are offering many other Aubock objects in ...

A Wonderful Carved Nefertiti Head on Base. The piece is carved bone and finely detailed. A compliment to many spaces - on a shelf, or as a paper weig...

When we created this family, we were inspired by the laughs, anecdotes and the joy of sharing with friends and loved ones when eating an ASADO (typical Argentinean grilled roast beef...