19th Century Rhinoceros Horn Lotus Cup
A large carved full-tip rhinoceros horn libation cup, 19th century the full length of the horn intricately carved in the form of a deep lotus leaf, borne on a long curved stem within an openwork arrangement of further sinuous stems bearing lotus flowers…
Antique Indian Ivory Elephant with Howdah
An exceptional antique Indian ivory elephant with Howdah, mid 19th century, an exquisitely carved caparisoned elephant with howdah raised on an ornate fret and gadroon decorated base, with a raj figure and attendant, and a mahout to the front, height 39…
Carved Ivory Phoenix Figures with Peony Tree Base
A pair of carved ivory figures of phoenix, 19th/20th century each bird intricately carved, perched on a pierced rockwork base with a free standing flowering peony tree growing to the side, its crested head turned backwards holding a peony sprig in its…
Chinese Ivory Temple Lion Dog Carvings
A pair of fine old Chinese ivory carvings of temple lion dogs, each modelled in fearsome pose, seated upon a double lotus plinth, each with a captured ball in their mouths, their shoulders draped with a collar supporting tassels and bells, the male's…
Chinese Ivory Carriage with Nobleman and Attendants
A monumental Chinese ivory carriage figural group finely carved, of a horse pulling a carriage with a seated nobleman. Surrounded with female attendants dressed in traditional costume, carved flowering plants and trees, birds etc. The whole raised on an…
Ivory Budai Figure with Tiger and Bat
A very good ivory figure of Budai, late Qing Dynasty, 19th century, A tiger at his feet, holding a bat in one hand, his large hat supported on end of his long staff, a four character seal to base, 29.5 cm high. Provenance: Sotheby's Melbourne, 17th-18th…
Sino-Tibetan Ivory Kwan Yin Figure on Lion
Late 19th century Sino-Tibetan ivory figure group, carved in the form of Kwan Yin seated on the back of Buddhist lion with attendant at feet, with later painting, script to back and carved verso, height 20.5 cm
Qing Dynasty Ivory Figure of Wang Zhaojun on Horseback
A Chinese carved ivory figure group, 17th/ 18th century, Qing dynasty of Wang Zhaojun riding a horse led by her attendant departing for the frontier, the 'rock' base carved in sections, 14.4 cm high
Carved Ivory Dragon Urn with Wooden Stand
A substantial Chinese carved ivory lidded urn, on carved rosewood-finish wooden stand, depicting intricately carved dragons front and verso with two foo dog-mask handles, and intertwining figural dragon finial, suspended under a pierced carved ivory panel…
Chinese Ivory Figure Group with Elephant and Woman
Very good Chinese carved ivory figure group, depicting a young woman with headdress seated above an elephant in a forest scene with palms and foliage, the ground well covered with various flowers, ferns and bamboo leaves protruding from rocky outcrops,…
Qing Dynasty Ivory and Gourd Cricket Cage with Lion Reticulation
Ivory and gourd cricket cage Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) moulded of tapering hexagonal form, featuring floral arrangements in vases interspersed by inscription, surmounted by an ivory double-tiered rim with pierced tortoise shell cover, worked in…
Carved Ivory Horses with Semi-Precious Stones & Stands
A pair of carved ivory parade horses with semi precious stone inserts, wooden stands. Height 17 cm ea
Rosewood Elephant Bench with Ivory Tusks and Chain Decoration
An Anglo-Indian rosewood elephant bench seat, circa 1920, a pair of chain decorated elephants with ivory tusks and nails with a simple, detachable plank seat, height 54 cm, length 129 cm, width 60 cm
Ivory Maiden in Clam Shell with Lotus and Wheat
An ivory carving, late 19th/20th century, (2) of a scantily clad maiden reclining inside a large half open clam shell, supported above a lotus tuber with stems bearing flowers and leaves in relief on the underside, and a sheaf of wheat extending to one…
Ivory Peony Carving with Birds and Tree
An ivory 'peony' carving, late 19th/20th century, (2) depicting a pair of birds perched at the top of tall reticulated rockwork, beside a flowering peony tree bearing large multi-petalled blooms among dense foliage, intricately carved in pierced and high…
Ivory Emperor and Empress on Dragon and Phoenix Thrones
A pair of ivory carvings of an Emperor and Empress, late 19th/20th century, seated on high backed dragon and phoenix thrones, each wearing ceremonial robes and elaborate headdresses, wood stands, (4), 25.5 cm high
Vintage Ivory Elephant with Buddha Figure
A pair of vintage ivory figures, in the form of an elephant in ornate jewelled full body caparison carrying the Buddha on his back, the Buddha seated on lotus throne in protective pose, each figure a mirror image of the other, attached to a decorated…
Ivory and Wooden Chariot with Four Horses
An Indian carved ivory and wooden chariot group drawn by four horses. Length 36 cm.
Graduated Ivory Elephant Pair on Shaped Stands
A graduated pair of ivory elephants on shaped stands. Length of larger elephant: 28 cm.
Ivory Figures of Boys, Qing Dynasty (4)
Four ivory figures of boys, Qing dynasty, 19th century, one seated on a tiger striking a gong, another seated holding a fruit, another standing holding a large 'cash,' and one standing tying his hair back, (4), 12.5 cm to 10 cm high
Ivory Emperor and Empress Carvings on Dragon Thrones
A pair of ivory carvings of an Emperor and Empress, 20th century, (2) seated on high backed dragon and phoenix thrones, each wearing ceremonial robes and elaborate headdress, inscription on the base, (2), 19 cm high
Chinese Republic Ivory Temple Lion Figures
Pair of Chinese Republic (1912-1949) ivory figures, depicting temple lions, male and female, each seated on a plinth and baring their teeth, he with paw on a ball, she with paw on a cub, both signed to base, 19 cm high. Ex: Private collection Sydney
Chinese Ivory Sage with Dragon and Imp
A Chinese ivory figure of a sage holding a small dragon and with his right foot resting on an imp. Height 29 cm. Provenance: E.A. Stanton estate
Ivory Guan Yin on Dragon with Water Bottle & Willow
A carved ivory figure depicting Guan Yin atop a dragon, holding a water bottle and willow branch. On wooden stand. Height 35 cm
Qing Dynasty Dragon Belt Buckle and Decorative Piece
A Chinese carved ivory belt buckle and an associated decorating piece, Qing dynasty, each carved with similar design of a dragon in high relief pursuing a flaming jewel amongst clouds, the buckle sliding into two pieces each with a square loop to the back…
Ivory Birds on Wooden Branch from Singapore, 1970s
Vintage ivory birds perched on wooden branch, purchased in Singapore and brought to Australia in the 1970s, 39 cm high
Chinese Ivory Emperor and Empress Figures with Dragon Detail
A pair of Chinese carved ivory Emperor and Empress figures, both with ornate headdress, well detailed robes highlighted with a dragon amongst scrolling clouds, the Emperor with a sword to his left hand, holding his beaded necklace to his right, the…
Carved Ivory Chinese Emperor with Wildlife Statuary
Chinese carved ivory Emperor, depicted seated with flags situated behind, wearing Imperial dragon robe with military dress underneath, depicted reading book, upon a stepped stand on four feet, with Wildlife statuary Declaration Statement, height 37 cm.…
Chinese Ivory Horse Pair with Stands
Pair of Chinese carved ivory horses, early 20th century, each naturalistically carved with a saddle and blanket, the collar with a tassel protruding from the chest, on wooden stands (2), height 22 cm width 17 cm
Ivory Lions and Kangaroos Carvings by Itasaka Toson
A pair of carved ivory lions, by Itasaka Toson, 19th/20th century, one standing with jaws open in fierce expression, the other recumbent, the eyes inlaid, one signed on the base 'Itasaka Toson koku', wood stand; together with a carving of a pair of…
Decaying Lotus Leaf with Animals and Flowers
A carved ivory figure group, a decaying lotus leaf being eaten by a snail, frog and snake, with two flower buds one about to burst into blossom and the other underneath the leaf in the same decaying state. 13 cm x 6 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family…
Pair of Indian Ivory Elephant Figurines on Horn Bases
Two pairs of Indian ivory elephants on shaped horn bases. Taller 15 cm. (4)
Qing Dynasty Ivory Mounted Warrior with Child
An ivory figure of a mounted warrior, Qing dynasty, 19th century, seated astride his horse clasping a bayonet in both hands, wearing a helmet and armour and with a small child tucked into the folds of his short-sleeved robe, 14.2 cm high
Carved Ivory Horse Group on Timber Stand
Chinese carved ivory figure group, depicting eight galloping horses, the whole raised on a carved timber stand, height 11.5 cm and width 38 cm (including stand)
Chinese Ivory Bird Vases
Pair of Chinese carved ivory vases, of slender baluster form with a waisted neck and flared lip, each decoratively carved with a pair of birds in an outdoor setting, in tones of red, green and yellow, with inscriptions to upper corners, raised on stepped…
Jewelled Elephant with Canopy and Gilt Metal Cloth
A Sri Lankan jewelled and carved ivory elephant, the animal caparisoned with a jewel encrusted gilt metal cloth and headdress, supporting a square canopy on its back pendent with further strings of jewels, 18 cm high
Flower Family's Ivory Elephant Pair
A pair of large heavy old ivory elephants, both with trunks curling towards the ground. Lengths 19 cm and 21 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
Anglo-Indian Ivory Casket with Elephant Feet
Delightful Anglo-Indian carved ivory casket, of rectangular form with hinged cover, pierced continuously with foliate and geometric motifs, resting on four elephant feet, with key, 11 cm x 26 cm x 12 cm
Exquisite Chinese Ivory Kuanyin Statue with Ornate Headdress
A superb carved Chinese ivory figure of Kuanyin standing in traditional robe holding a peony flower, ornate headdress including an exotic bird to top, a rope and coin held carefully in her right hand, on lead weighted carved and black stained wood base.…
Carved Ivory Urn with Immortal Panels and Dragon Handles
Large carved ivory sectional covered urn, all highly carved with temple dogs, dragon handles and immortal panels raised on three claw feet, 51 cm height
A large Chinese carved ivory three section tower, raised on three legs with ball and claw feet and dragon faces to the top, the bottom section carved with a phoenix carrying deities in a forest to one side, the other side with musicians amongst the forest…
Ivory Lion Attacking Kangaroos - Chinese Carving (19th Century)
A Chinese carved ivory figure group of a lion attacking two kangaroos, late 19th century, 26 cm long
Ivory Lion and Lioness Figure Group on Carved Stand
Large heavy signed ivory figure group of lion and lioness on rocky outcrop on carved hardwood stand
Ivory Chinese Guardian Lions with Cub and Ball
Pair of ivory Chinese guardian lions, early to mid 20th century, one with cub & one with ball on wire inlaid wooden bases. Nb: export restricted, height 18 cm (without stand)
Carved Ivory Shou with Dragon Staff and Peach
A large carved ivory figure of Shou holding a dragon topped staff and a peach. Inscription to base. Height 42 cm
Chinese Ivory Horses with Semi-Precious Stone Decoration
A pair of Chinese ivory horses with fitted wooden stand Af. Decorated with semi- precious stones. Height 15 cm (without stand)
Ivory Figural Carvings: Man on Horse & Maiden with Peony
Two ivory figural carvings, 19th/20th century, one of a man of elongated form wearing long robes, seated on a horse its head and knotted tail lowered, the base 'signed;' the other of a maiden seated holding a peony spray, her high coiffure picked out in…
Chinese Ivory Emperor and Empress Figures with Carved Robes
Pair of Chinese ivory Emperor and Empress figures, both depicted standing with heavily carved robes, the emperor wearing a hat with pointed finial and holding a sword in one hand and necklace in the other, the empress holding a ruyi with bird in her hair,…
19th Century Chinese Ivory Brise Fans, Qing Dynasty
Two 19th century Chinese export ivory brise fans, each stick finely carved with figures in a landscape, one with central cartouche and monogramme, the other with vacant cartouche, guard sticks similarly decorated one with dragon, Qing dynasty 1644-1911,…
Chinese Ivory Scholar and Monkeys Figurine
Chinese elephant ivory figure of a scholar and monkeys early 20th century. Pre CITES. Very finely carved. Height 19.5 cm (with fitted carved hardwood stand)
Chinese Ivory Carriage Figural Groups
A pair of Chinese carved ivory carriage figural groups finely carved, of a chariot with seated driver and nobleman and noble women in the other carriage, drawn by two horses. Length 32.5 cm;Height: 30.5 cm
Carved Ivory Emperor and Empress Figures on Thrones
A pair of superbly carved ivory figures depicting an Emperor and Empress on dragon and bird elaborately carved thrones. Inscribed underneath. Height 23 cm each
Chinese Ivory Shou Lao Figure with Ruyi Sceptre
A Chinese ivory figure of Shou Lao, he stands wearing highly patterned robes detailed with colour, holding a ruyi sceptre and dragon staff. Provenance: Private Collection Auckland. Height 26 cm on wooden stands.
Carved Chinese Ivory Xiezhi Lion Dogs on Waves Base
A pair of Chinese carved ivory xiezhi lion dogs, modelled seated on a two tiered base of crashing waves, with flattened single horns above their whorled manes, their bodies covered in scales, height 16.5 cm excl. stands.
Antique Chinese Carved Ivory Dragon Urn on Stand
Good antique Chinese carved ivory lidded urn on timber stand, intricately carved dragon form to lid, and deeply carved figures to body of urn, carved ring handles, to carved three leg base, on fitted carved wood stand, character marks to base of lid and…
Ivory Shou Statue with Dragon Staff and Peach
A carved ivory figure of Shou holding a dragon topped staff and peach. Variously inscribed. Height 31 cm
Ivory Chinese Floral and Landscape Carvings
Pair of late Qing/ early Republic Chinese ivory floral carvings, the reverse with landscapes beautifully crafted and carved with lilies and water fowl and frogs and airborne 'swooping' bird to top. Reverso, a finely etched detailing of a village scene…
Indian Ivory Elephant Carving - 10cm Height
A carved Indian ivory figure of an elephant. Height 10 cm
Ivory Carved Indian Elephant Pair on Stands
A pair of Indian ivory finely carved elephants with howdah and trappings on wooden stands. Overall height 24 cm.
Chinese Ivory Lions with Young, 1930
A pair of Chinese well carved ivory lions with young C. 1930, both with powerfully carved manes and limbs. Wooden stands. Total length 12 cm
Chinese Ivory Horses of Happiness Set
Set of eight Chinese ivory 'Horses of Happiness,' each depicted in various poses, with coloured manes and tails, height of tallest 7 cm (8)
Chinese Ivory Sage Figure with Dragon Staff
An old Chinese carved ivory figure of a sage, the bearded gent standing in a formal robe, engraved detail highlighted with blue and blue, red and black ink staining, he wears a coroneted hat, a long gnarled dragon headed staff held in his left hand, a…
Qing Dynasty Ivory Wrist Rest with Celestial and Landscape Carvings
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period ivory wrist rest, finely carved to one side in high relief with a celestial landscape with figures of the eight gods of fortune and attendants, the other side with a sage and attendant in landscape with birds and butterfly.…
Indian Ivory Carved Elephant Trio on Wooden Stands
Three Indian ivory finely carved elephants with howdah and trappings on wooden stands. (3)
Ivory-handled Chinese Walking Stick with Dragon Motif
A Chinese walking stick, carved ivory handle with dragon motif, silvered collar, palm wood shaft and brass ferrule, 19th century, 86 cm high
Dragon Boat with Nine Immortals
Carved ivory dragon boat, the boat with nine immortals on stained green bone base, carved wooden stand, 31 cm length
Chinese Ivory Figural Group with Deity and Immortals
Impressive Chinese carved figural group 19th century well and intricately carved ivory figural group featuring a deity carrying a group of immortals, a dragon amongst them and standing upon a circular base. Signed to base. Height 16 cm
Exquisite Qing Dynasty Ivory Horse Carvings
Eight small ivory horses exquisitely carved in fine detail, probably Qing Dynasty.
Chinese Ivory Emperor and Empress Figures on Carved Throne
Pair of Chinese ivory Emperor and Empress figures, both seated on a heavily carved throne, depicted with headdress and ornately carved robes with dragon, phoenix and stylised clouds, marks to bases, height 15.5 cm (2)
Ivory Emperor & Empress on Dragon & Phoenix Thrones
Pr Qing Dynasty ivory figures. Emperor and Empress seated on dragon and phoenix thrones. On rosewood stands, height 19 cm (incl.stand)
Ivory Incense Holder with Elephant & Tiger Carvings
A 19th century carved Indian ivory incense holder with a procession of elephants around the base and tigers attacking deer and an elephant up the central column. Tusker finial. Height 20 cm
K'ien Lung Ivory Muk Lan Lady on Horse
Antique Chinese Ivory 'Muk Lan' lady on a horse, marked K'ien (Ch'ien) Lung period (1736-1795)., Purchased :Lammert Bros, Auctioneers, Hong Kong, 18/6/73. Copy of catalogue available
Pair of Carved Ivory Emperor and Empress Figures
Good Chinese pair of carved ivory figures seated Emperor and Empress on dragon thrones. Signed to base. 14 cm high (not including the base).
A pair of carved ivory elephant statues on timber bases, 19th/20th century, 12 cm high, 14 cm long overall
Exquisite Chinese Carved Elephant Trio on Base
Carved Chinese elephants, three well carved elephants on carved base, ex Christie's with label attached to base
Carved Ivory Chinese Emperor and Empress Figures
A pair of Chinese carved ivory Emperor and Empress figures, mid 20th century, the enthroned pair in elaborately carved attire, the Emperor upon his dragon throne holding court beads and the Empress upon her phoenix throne holding a ruyi sceptre, bordered…
Chinese Ivory Horse Statues with Turquoise and Coral
A pair of Chinese carved ivory horse statues, patinated finish studded with turquoise and coral, 19th/20th century, 15 cm high, 16 cm long
Carved Ivory Elephant with Ruby Eyes and Gilded Accents
A vintage Oriental carved ivory elephant, mid 20th century, naturalistically carved with ruby style eyes and gilded nails and tusks, height 8.5 cm, width 13 cm
Antique Ivory Emperor Figures with Dragon & Phoenix Seats
Pair of antique carved ivory Emperor figures, with dragon & phoenix seats. With timber bases.
A Chinese carved ivory dragon boat, the boat with immortals and a central pagoda, sailing on waves of green dyed bone, attached to a carved rosewood base. 30 x 17 cm.
Chinese Ivory Panel with Dragon and Waves
Chinese carved ivory panel, of rectangular form, the top carved in relief with a dragon amongst swirling waves holding a flaming pearl, a/f, 7.5 cm x 6 cm
Cambodian Mammoth Ivory Buddha on Naga Throne
An extremely fine mammoth ivory carving of a beautiful young Buddha seated on a Naga throne, stylistically Cambodian, mid 20th century, wearing a simple off the shoulder robe folded in pleats falling from the left shoulder and a simple cap, sheltered by…
Exotic Bird Ivory Figures on Multi-Branched Boughs
Carved ivory pair of exotic bird figures, perched on multi branched boughs with female hens at the base, 30 cm height including wooden stand
Ivory Warrior Slaying Dragon on Horseback
A carved antique ivory figure of a warrior on horseback Slaying dragon, height 12 cm
Antique Ivory Lion Study, Early 20th Century
An antique ivory study of a lion, early 20th century, depicting a realistically modelled recumbent growing male lion, height 5.5 cm, width 13.5 cm
Antique Chinese Ivory Caparisoned Horse
A fine antique Chinese ivory caparisoned horse, early 20th century, the animated semi-recumbent horse, beautifully decorated with a peacock eye saddlecloth and decorative regalia over its haunches, polished and tan coloured, and supported in a fitted…
Qing Dynasty Ivory Statue: Man with Dragon Staff and Peonies
An antique Chinese carved ivory statue of a man with dragon staff and peonies, Qing Dynasty, 19th/20th century, 23.5 cm high
Chinese Ivory Elephant Carvings from Hewitt Estate
Three small Chinese elephant ivory carvings, early 20th century. Property handed down from the estate of the late Commander Brian L. Hewitt, Obe, RN
Late 19th Century Carved Ivory Elephant, 12cm High
A carved ivory elephant, late 19th century, 12 cm high
Chinese Republic Charger with Bird and Foliage
A Chinese Republic period charger. Painted with bird and foliage on a stained ivory ground. 52 cm wide.
Restored Ivory Elephant Figure on Timber Stand
Ivory carved elephant figure with a raised trunk, on a timber stand. Condition fair, trunk has been restored. Length 14 cm
Ivory Elephant Attacked by Lions Sculpture
Indian ivory carving of an elephant being attacked by lions. Length 26 cm
Qing Dynasty Ivory Dragon Boat with Figures
A finely carved Chinese ivory dragon boat with figures, Qing Dynasty, later 19th century, finely carved, the boat with fourteen oarsmen and six officials, the boat ornamented with scales to the body, a chicken head to one end and a dragon head to the…
Chinese Ivory Etched Pin Dishes with Landscape Scenes
Four Chinese ivory etched pin dishes with intricate pierced rims, and all decorated with etched traditional landscape and bird scenes, charactor marks to each, diameter 7.5 cm approx.
Chinese Ivory Elephant Carving, Early 20th Century
Large Chinese carved ivory model of an elephant, early 20th century
Late 19th Century Chinese Ivory Dragon Seal
A Chinese finely carved ivory mythical dragon seal, late 19th century, with characters to base. Height 6 cm
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