Antiques
Antique Telescope, Three Draw, Refractor, Georgian, C. West, London c.1820
US$771.29
This is an antique telescope, a three draw refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use. An English Georgian piece by C. West of London dating to circa 1820. Perfect for bird watching, landscape appreciation, wildlife, or maritime observation. Equally suitable for observing the night sky. Supplied ready to enjoy. Engraved 'C West London' to the eye cup Presenting a clear, sharp optical performance Original leather sleeve for protection in the field Supplied with a London Fine oak and brass 'Captain's Stand' for display Parallel, painted fruitwood primary barrel Brass draw tubes in good order Offering a smooth draw action and easy focus 38mm, 1.5" achromatic objective lens Lens cap and swivel dust cover to flared eye cup An historic, period piece as good to use today as it was two hundred years ago. Dimensions: Max Width: 26cm (10.25'') Max Depth: 71.5cm (28.25'') Max Height: 4cm (1.5'') We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques. We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates - please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote. Free delivery to most of the U.K. - Please send us your post code for confirmation. Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment. Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help. Our Ref: 18.5768
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Antique Teapoy, English, William IV, Rosewood, Work Box, 19th Century Circa 1835
US$2,916.64 This is an antique teapoy, an English, William IV, rosewood work box dating to the early 19th century, circa 1835. Superb colour in the polished rosewood finish Grain interest throughout with a desirable aged patina Canted lid and broad frieze in good proportion footed with carved decoration Featuring a Bramah style lock, untested as key absent Raised on a...
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ANTIQUE 20thC ART DECO PLATINUM, SAPPHIRE & DIAMOND VANITY CASE c.1920
US$2,326.83 ### DESCRIPTIONSAntique early-20th Century French Art Deco gem set platinum vanity case, cartouche shaped, set with a platinum hinge and lock, set with diamonds and sapphires. Inside two lidded compartment and a lid set a hinged mirror, revealing a cigarette holder. Unmarked, the inside mounts made of gilt metal, the box dates to 1920-25 and is a stunning example...
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ANTIQUE 20thC ART DECO 18K GOLD, LACQUER, JADE & DIAMOND VANITY CASE c.1920
US$8,548.99 ### DESCRIPTIONAntique early-20th Century French Art Deco 18k gold vanity case, of elongated rectangular form with rounded corners, the lid set with a platinum fan shaped hinge and lock, set with diamonds and corals, the top is applied with black lacquer and engine turned design on the base. Inside revealing an empty compartment and a lid set mirror. Hallmarked...
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ANTIQUE 20thC ART DECO 18K GOLD, LACQUER, JADE & DIAMOND VANITY CASE c.1920
US$11,660.10 ### DESCRIPTIONAntique early-20th Century French Art Deco 18k gold vanity case, of rectangular form with rounded corners, the lid set with a pyramid shaped jade, rows of diamonds and emeralds, set in platinum, the whole box is applied with black lacquer. The push button set with diamonds, inside revealing an empty compartment and a lid set mirror.Hallmarked French 18k...
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ANTIQUE 19thC INDIAN GEM SET AND ENAMELLED GOLD BOX, JAIPUR c.1890
US$5,567.54 ### DESCRIPTIONAntique late-19th Century Indian gem set, 18k gold & enamel box, of octagonal form, the top inset with old cut diamonds in a shape of a flower, the base enamelled with an intricate floral spray and a pair of vibrant blue parakeets in the centre, the sides with further traditional floral motifs on white ground. ### CONDITIONIn Great...
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ANTIQUE 18thC ENGLISH 18k GOLD MOUNTED SNUFF BOX c.1720
US$6,215.68 ### DESCRIPTIONAntique early-18th Century unusual English 18k gold mounted snuff box, of rectangular form with cut corners, the front depicting a sacrifice or an execution in front of the South American tribe leader, the edges decorated with brass pique nails, dogs, flowers and birds, the reverse depicting a native drinking a hot beverage, a palm tree and an exotic...
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ANTIQUE 18thC FRENCH 18k GOLD MOUNTED LARGE TRAVELLING ETUI SET c.1760
US$24,104.40 ### DESCRIPTIONAntique mid-18th Century exceptional French 18k gold mounted extensive etui set, of elongated octagonal form, the gold mounted boarders chased with laurel leaf bands, engine turned ground overlaid with transparent faux blonde tortoiseshell which is inlaid with polka dots and elaborate initials in a round reserve, the lid opens with a push-button. Inside enclosing the original gold and...
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STUNNING 20thC VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 18K GOLD & DIAMOND COMPACT c.1960
US$8,548.99 ### DESCRIPTIONStunning 20th Century 18k gold & diamond compact, cushion shape, with a reeded design and a large diamond set thumb-piece. Hallmarked French small gold guarantee mark and 18k (owl, 750 standard), Signed VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, NY inventory number 1222, comes in its original leather pouch. Van Cleef & Arpels are world renowned French jeweler, watch, and perfume...
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ANTIQUE 20thC ART DECO GEM SET SILVER, ENAMEL & NEPHRITE LETTER OPENER c.1920
US$5,049.03 ### DESCRIPTIONAntique early-20th Century Art Deco (Russian or French) diamond set, silver, enamel & nephrite letter opener, with an unusually shaped step grip handle, the boarders set with a row of diamonds and handle covered in elegant translucent pink enamel, the cutter made out of a long piece of natural Russian nephrite. Apparently unmarked, tested 900+ grade silver, the...
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STUNNING 20thC FRENCH SILVER-GILT & ENAMEL BASKET OF FLOWERS BY CARTIER c.1960
US$4,919.40 ### DESCRIPTIONAntique mid-20th Century Cartier silver-gilt and enamel flower basket, the woven basket, filled with stylized blue flowers and green leaves interspersed with drilled bead buds, designed and signed by Jane Hutcheson, stamped (Hand Made Sterling), retailed by Cartier and comes with its original box. ### CONDITIONIn Great Condition, some minor losses to the enamel.### SIZEHeight: 9cm Width: 8...
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ANTIQUE 18thC FRENCH 18k GOLD & HAND PAINTED ENAMEL SNUFF BOX c.1770
US$13,993.40 ### DESCRIPTIONAntique 18th Century French 18k gold & enamel snuff box, of traditional oval form, the lid, sides and base engine turned and applied with dark blue enamel, within an elaborately chased floral and ribbon boarders. Hallmarked with the charge mark of Julien Alaterre (1768-1774), Paris date letter, Makers mark resembling of Jean-Marie Tiron (1748-1773), see C. Truman, The...
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ANTIQUE 18thC FRENCH 18k GOLD & ENAMEL SNUFF BOX, JOSEPH-ETIENNE BLERZY c.1770
US$11,400.80 ### DESCRIPTIONAntique late-18th Century French 18k gold & enamel snuff box, of oblong shape, lid, sides and base applied with translucent red / amber enamel panels over a spot and wavy engine-turned ground, the borders chased and enamelled with simulated opals and leaves. Hallmarked with the maker's mark for Joseph-Etienne Blerzy, charge and discharge of Jean-Baptiste Fouache, Paris date...
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