Ivory is a hard, white material obtained from the tusks of elephants, walruses, narwhals, and other animals. It has been prized for centuries for its beauty, durability, and rarity, and has been used extensively in decorative arts in Western and Oriental cultures from the 18th to the 20th centuries.

In Western cultures during the 18th to 20th centuries, ivory continued to be a popular material for creating decorative objects. A few examples of ivory objects from Western cultures during this time period include:

•    toiletry necessaire: A set of toiletry items made of ivory, late 19th century.

•    ivory chess set: A set of intricately carved ivory chess pieces, created in the 18th century.

•    ivory cane: A walking cane with an ivory handle, often carved with intricate designs or figurines.

In Oriental cultures, ivory continued to be used for decorative arts during the 18th to 20th more...

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Indian carved ivory figure

Carved Indian Ivory Figure

Indian carved ivory figure

An Indian carved ivory figure of Brahma, early 20th century,…

Carved Ivory Brahma Deity on Lotus Base

An Indian carved ivory figure of Brahma, early 20th century, the bearded four-faced and four-armed deity seated on a lotus base, his hands holding various attributes including books and the aksamala, on an ebonized wooden low plinth. Height 9.5 cm (figure…

A good early 20th century Indian ivory carved figure of a…

Indian Ivory Carved Goddess with Floral Offering Plate

A good early 20th century Indian ivory carved figure of a standing female goddess, formal headdress, multiple necklaces to her bare chest, her hands held forward offering a circular plate of radiating florals, wearing a pleated long skirt, supported on an…

Indian ivory figure of a goddess on rosewood stand

Ivory Goddess on Rosewood Stand

Indian ivory figure of a goddess on rosewood stand

Pair of framed portrait miniatures, Indian, ivory ebonised…

Indian Noble Couple Portrait Miniatures in Ebonised Frames

Pair of framed portrait miniatures, Indian, ivory ebonised mounts, depicting a noble man and woman in ceremonial costume (2) 10 x 7 cm

A carved Indian ivory figure of a seated four armed Buddha with…

Seated Four-Armed Buddha Ivory Carving with Fawn and Trident

A carved Indian ivory figure of a seated four armed Buddha with fawn and trident in gesturing pose. Wooden base. Height 10.5 cm

A vintage carved ivory lamp, the tusk section mounted on a…

Carved Ivory Lamp with Eastern Scenes

A vintage carved ivory lamp, the tusk section mounted on a turned wood base, profusely carved with Eastern and Indian scenes under a leafy canopy of trees, two very minor chips. Diameter at height of tusk section 12 x 20 cm

Set of Indian carved ivory chess pieces, housed in carved…

Indian Ivory Chess Set in Carved Box

Set of Indian carved ivory chess pieces, housed in carved wooden box

Indian carved ivory Hindu figures. Two on wooden bases. 7 cm,…

Carved Ivory Hindu Figures on Bases - Set of 3

Indian carved ivory Hindu figures. Two on wooden bases. 7 cm, 12 cm & 14 cm, old patina VG condition (3 items)

Carved Ivory Indian figure of a snake charmer approx 7 cm high

Ivory Snake Charmer Figurine

Carved Ivory Indian figure of a snake charmer approx 7 cm high

Indian carved ivory Priming flask circular body of geometric…

Ivory Bison Nozzle Priming Flask

Indian carved ivory Priming flask circular body of geometric ivory tiles and nozzle carved as a bison protruding from a lions mouth, length 27 cm

Marine ivory scrimshaw whales tooth, by Gary Tonkin Albany,…

Gary Tonkin's Scrimshaw Whale Tooth of James Baines Clipper

Marine ivory scrimshaw whales tooth, by Gary Tonkin Albany, signed, with a finely engraved maritime scene, depicting an ocean clipper 'James Baines 1857'. Length 14.5 cm. Note: the James Baines was a passenger clipper ship, built in the US, East Boston…

A carved Indian ivory figure group of Krishna and Radha, 20th…

Krishna and Radha Ivory Figure Group

A carved Indian ivory figure group of Krishna and Radha, 20th century, the ivory nicely patinated, both figures in a dancing position with their right arms raise high, supporting a large bouquet, dressed with elaborately with flowing robes and jewels, all…

An ivory chess set in an Indian rosewood box, comprising…

Ivory Chess Set in Rosewood Box with Elaborate Carvings

An ivory chess set in an Indian rosewood box, comprising seventeen white and seventeen pink stained turned and carved pieces, and some part pieces, encased in an elaborately carved box with two hinged compartments and a central pierced double elephant…

An Indian ivory carving of stacked elephants balancing on a…

Elephant Stack Ivory Carving

An Indian ivory carving of stacked elephants balancing on a ball C1930 21 cm high including stand

An Indian ivory paperweight carved with elephant, together with…

Indian Elephant Ivory Paperweight and Figurine Set

An Indian ivory paperweight carved with elephant, together with small elephant A/F C1930

An Indian ivory carving of a goddess, figured with four…

Indian Ivory Goddess Carving on Lotus Flower

An Indian ivory carving of a goddess, figured with four outstretched arms, standing upon a lotus flower C1930 16.5 cmhigh inc stand

Carved Indian ivory elephant and Houda

Ivory Elephant and Houda Carving from India

Carved Indian ivory elephant and Houda

Carved ivory Indian dancer (A/F)

Ivory Indian Dancer Sculpture (A/F)

Carved ivory Indian dancer (A/F)

Ornate carved Indian. Ivory of an elephant, with houdah on his…

Carved Ivory Indian Elephant with Passengers

Ornate carved Indian. Ivory of an elephant, with houdah on his back carrying a male (turban), a female passenger and handler. Mounted on a plinth with elephant, decorated feet. Height 19.5 cm

A small carved Indian ivory tusk section lidded box with…

Carved Ivory Elephant Box, 1920

A small carved Indian ivory tusk section lidded box with elephant motif, circa 1920. Height 4 cm. Width 5 cm

An antique Indian ivory figurine, a finely pierced and carved…

Antique Indian Ivory Ganesha Figurine on Stand

An antique Indian ivory figurine, a finely pierced and carved image of the four armed Ganesha, wearing a dhoti, bejewelled and with elaborate headwear and a mantle of long hair, carrying various attributes and dancing upon a recumbent devilish figure;…

A finely turned ivory cylindrical box and cover, Anglo- Indian,…

19th Century Anglo-Indian Ivory Box and Cover

A finely turned ivory cylindrical box and cover, Anglo- Indian, 19th century, 12 cm high

An ebony walking cane, Anglo Indian, 19th century, mounted with…

19th Century Anglo Indian Ebony Walking Cane with Ivory Inlay

An ebony walking cane, Anglo Indian, 19th century, mounted with an ivory tip and inlaid ivory handle, 90 cm long

A 19th century carved Indian ivory incense holder with a…

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

A carved Indian ivory and ebony baton with a puzzle ball…

Indian Carved Ivory and Ebony Baton with Puzzle Ball Terminal

A carved Indian ivory and ebony baton with a puzzle ball terminal in velvet lined case. Length 47.5 cm

A carved and pierced Indian ivory group of Lord Shiva and…

Indian Ivory Group of Lord Shiva and Family

A carved and pierced Indian ivory group of Lord Shiva and Parvati and two sons Ganesh and Kartikya on inlaid rosewood stand. Bears Kerala Govt. Label. Height 27 cm.

An Indian ivory figure of Ganesh on timber stand. Overall…

Ivory Ganesh Figure on Timber Stand (25 cm)

An Indian ivory figure of Ganesh on timber stand. Overall height 25 cm.

Three Indian ivory figures of hippopotami on timber stands.…

Indian Ivory Hippopotami Figures on Timber Stands

Three Indian ivory figures of hippopotami on timber stands. Width of ivory: 10 cm.

A carved Indian ivory tusk depicting lions and elephants in…

Ivory tusk lamp with lion and elephant battle carving

A carved Indian ivory tusk depicting lions and elephants in battle, fitted as a lamp. Length 52 cm.

A carved indian ivory group of embracing lovers, Radha and…

Embracing Lovers: Radha and Krishna Ivory Group

A carved indian ivory group of embracing lovers, Radha and Krishna, on a rosewood stand. Height 28 cm.

Two Indian ivory figures of deities on timber base. Bearing…

Indian Ivory Deity Figures on Timber Base

Two Indian ivory figures of deities on timber base. Bearing Kerala Govt. Label. Height of taller: 17 cm.

An Indian carved ivory four branch candelabrum, carved with…

Indian Ivory Candelabrum with Animal Carvings

An Indian carved ivory four branch candelabrum, carved with animals and leaves. Height 25.5 cm.

An Indian ivory carving of a Hindu deity and his consort and…

Indian Ivory Carving of Hindu Deity and Consort with Buffalo

An Indian ivory carving of a Hindu deity and his consort and water buffalo, carved in the round on timber base. Height 19.5 cm.

An Indian carved ivory and wooden chariot group drawn by four…

Ivory and Wooden Chariot with Four Horses

An Indian carved ivory and wooden chariot group drawn by four horses. Length 36 cm.

Three Indian ivory finely carved elephants with howdah and…

Indian Ivory Carved Elephant Trio on Wooden Stands

Three Indian ivory finely carved elephants with howdah and trappings on wooden stands. (3)

An Indian carved and pierced ivory nightlight with elephants…

Carved Ivory Nightlights with Elephant and Bird Details

An Indian carved and pierced ivory nightlight with elephants and a smaller example with bird decoration. Height 14.5 cm. (2)

A carved Indian ivory nightlight with various jungle animals.…

Jungle Nightlight with Carved Ivory Animals

A carved Indian ivory nightlight with various jungle animals. Height 29 cm.

A carved Indian ivory figure of Saraswati playing the sitar, on…

Ivory Saraswati Playing Sitar on Rosewood Pedestal

A carved Indian ivory figure of Saraswati playing the sitar, on a rosewood pedestal. Bearing Kerala Government export label. Height 32 cm.

A pair of Indian ivory finely carved elephants with howdah and…

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.

A finely carved Indian ivory bridge depicting lions and…

Carved Indian Ivory Bridge with Lions and Elephants

A finely carved Indian ivory bridge depicting lions and elephants on a fitted wooden stand with case. Length of tusk: 88 cm

A pair of carved Indian ivory figures of bearded men with…

Carved Indian Ivory Figures with Performing Monkeys

A pair of carved Indian ivory figures of bearded men with performing monkeys raised on rosewood socles. Height 31 cm

A carved indian ivory figure of a Lakshmi with pierced flowing…

Ivory Lakshmi on Lotus Pedestal

A carved indian ivory figure of a Lakshmi with pierced flowing robes standing on a lotus and raised on rosewood pedestal. Height 42 cm

A carved Indian ivory figure of a voluptuous semi naked lady…

Ivory Lady with Lamp on Lotus Pedestal

A carved Indian ivory figure of a voluptuous semi naked lady carrying an oil lamp on double lotus pedestal and rosewood stand. Possibly wife of Devidas, a drowned poet. Height 31.5 cm

A carved Indian ivory figure of Lord Krishna playing his flute…

Krishna on Lotus Flower Ivory Figure

A carved Indian ivory figure of Lord Krishna playing his flute and standing on a lotus flower and on rosewood pedestal, bearing Rajasthan label to back. Height 30 cm

Three graduated Indian ivory carvings of a pair of deities in…

Embracing Indian Ivory Deities with Quality Control Mark

Three graduated Indian ivory carvings of a pair of deities in an embrace, possibly Radha and Krishna. Bears government of Kerala quality control mark

A finely carved and pierced Indian ivory figural group of Lord…

Ivory Figural Group of Lord Rama and Sita

A finely carved and pierced Indian ivory figural group of Lord Rama and Sita on a hunting expedition, on rosewood socle. Height 39 cm

A carved Indian ivory figure of Lord Shiva (Nataraja) in…

Indian Ivory Lord Shiva Nataraja Dancing Figure on Stand

A carved Indian ivory figure of Lord Shiva (Nataraja) in dancing form on an archer's back on rosewood stand, bearing Government of Kerala export label. Height 29.5 cm

A fine large carved Indian ivory figure of a female musician…

Indian Ivory Musician Statue on Rosewood Stand

A fine large carved Indian ivory figure of a female musician within elaborately carved frame with Omh, on inlaid rosewood stand. Height 58 cm

An Indian carved ivory pantheon group with the main figure of…

Indian Ivory Pantheon Group with Shiva and Deities Frieze

An Indian carved ivory pantheon group with the main figure of Shiva and consort and a frieze of further deities on a rosewood socle. Height 46 cm

A large Indian carved ivory figure of Ganesh with attributes,…

Indian Ivory Ganesh Figure on Rosewood Stand

A large Indian carved ivory figure of Ganesh with attributes, on rosewood stand. Height 40 cm

An impressive carved Indian ivory tusk with mythological scenes.…

Mythological Indian Ivory Tusk - 79 cm

An impressive carved Indian ivory tusk with mythological scenes. Length 79 cm

An Indian carved ivory nightlight, double walled with fine…

Carved Ivory Nightlight with Animal Design

An Indian carved ivory nightlight, double walled with fine scrolls over a mesh with animal design and elephant finial. Height 32 cm

An Indian carved ivory nightlight, double walled with fine…

Indian Ivory Nightlight with Animal Design

An Indian carved ivory nightlight, double walled with fine scrolls over a mesh with animal design. Height 33 cm

A carved Indian ivory group of a Pasha and companion, with fine…

Indian Ivory Pasha and Companion on Camelback

A carved Indian ivory group of a Pasha and companion, with fine articulating details, riding on camelback. Height 22 cm

A carved Indian ivory box and cover with a figure and scenes of…

Snakecharmer Ivory Box with Carvings

A carved Indian ivory box and cover with a figure and scenes of a snakecharmer. Height 18 cm

A carved Indian ivory figure of an elephant. Height 10 cm

Indian Ivory Elephant Carving - 10cm Height

A carved Indian ivory figure of an elephant. Height 10 cm

Indian ivory decorated box. Some ivory losses. As inspected.…

Ivory Decorated Box, 21 cm Length, 8 cm Height

Indian ivory decorated box. Some ivory losses. As inspected. Length 21 cm. Height 8 cm

19th century Indian part drawer Unit. Teak & deal construction…

19th Century Indian Inlaid Drawer Unit

19th century Indian part drawer Unit. Teak & deal construction with ivory floral inlay to drawer fronts. Losses. Height 34 cm. Width 50 cm. Diameter 17 cm

A group of nine Oriental antique ivory elephants, early 20th…

Nine Antique Ivory Elephants in Graduated Walking Poses

A group of nine Oriental antique ivory elephants, early 20th century, probably Indian, the graduated group of naturalistically carved and engraved elephants, all in walking poses. Height 5.5 cm. And smaller

Indian ivory carving of Ganesh on a wooden socle. Height 14 cm

Ivory Ganesh on Wooden Base (14cm)

Indian ivory carving of Ganesh on a wooden socle. Height 14 cm

Indian ivory carving of a longboat. Length 26 cm

Indian Ivory Longboat Carving

Indian ivory carving of a longboat. Length 26 cm

Indian ivory carving of three deities and a monkey on a wooden…

Indian Ivory Carving of Three Deities and Monkey on Stand

Indian ivory carving of three deities and a monkey on a wooden stand. Height 16 cm

Three Indian ivory and carved wood figures of female deities.…

Indian Ivory and Wood Female Deity Figures (Set of 3)

Three Indian ivory and carved wood figures of female deities. Tallest 19 cm. (3)

An Indian ivory carving of a fisherman, and another. Height 14…

Indian Ivory Fisherman Carvings (2)

An Indian ivory carving of a fisherman, and another. Height 14 cm. (2)

Eight carved ivory Indian elephants with mahout and trappings.…

Carved Ivory Indian Elephant Set with Mahout and Trappings

Eight carved ivory Indian elephants with mahout and trappings. Various heights. Minor losses. (8)

An Indian ivory carving of a husband and wife on a camel, on…

Indian Ivory Carving of Couple on Camel

An Indian ivory carving of a husband and wife on a camel, on fitted wooden stand. Height 17 cm

Indian ivory carving of an elephant being attacked by lions.…

Ivory Elephant Attacked by Lions Sculpture

Indian ivory carving of an elephant being attacked by lions. Length 26 cm

Two pairs of Indian ivory elephants on shaped horn bases.…

Pair of Indian Ivory Elephant Figurines on Horn Bases

Two pairs of Indian ivory elephants on shaped horn bases. Taller 15 cm. (4)

A pair of Indian ivory carvings of bullock carts on wooden…

Indian Ivory Bullock Carts on Stands

A pair of Indian ivory carvings of bullock carts on wooden stands. Length 19 cm

Group of Indian ivory carvings including Shiva and Parvati,…

Indian Ivory Carvings with Deities and Animals

Group of Indian ivory carvings including Shiva and Parvati, lions and another deity Height of tallest 22 cm

Indian carved ivory statue of the Hindu goddess Sariswati, 20th…

Carved Ivory Statue of Hindu Goddess Sariswati

Indian carved ivory statue of the Hindu goddess Sariswati, 20th century. On wooden base, height in total 27 cm

Indian carved ivory figure of a flute player. Height 11 cm

Ivory Flute Player Statue

Indian carved ivory figure of a flute player. Height 11 cm

Early Indian ivory Moghul miniature. Standing woman. 19 x 7 cm

Moghul Ivory Miniature: Standing Woman

Early Indian ivory Moghul miniature. Standing woman. 19 x 7 cm

An Anglo Indian carved ivory table lamp, c.1920-1930's,…

Carved Ivory Table Lamp with Elephant and Lion Scenes

An Anglo Indian carved ivory table lamp, c.1920-1930's, decorated with elephants and lion hunting scenes. Height 26.2 cm

19th century Indian ivory carved tusks, Highest 21 cm (approx.)

19th Century Indian Ivory Tusks

19th century Indian ivory carved tusks, Highest 21 cm (approx.)

Carved Indian ivory figure, approx 18 cm high

Indian Ivory Carving - 18cm Tall

Carved Indian ivory figure, approx 18 cm high

A pair of fine vintage Indian carved ivory figures of a…

Vintage Indian Carved Ivory Maharajah and Maharani Figures

A pair of fine vintage Indian carved ivory figures of a Maharajah and Maharani, both finely detailed in traditional dress, a dog headed sword to his hand and belt, he holds floral stems to his right with a bird perched upon formal headdress, both raised…

An Indian ivory powder flask, 19th century. 26 cm long

19th Century Indian Ivory Powder Flask

An Indian ivory powder flask, 19th century. 26 cm long

Eight carved Indian ivory animal figures circa1920, 3.7 cm high…

Carved Indian Ivory Animal Figures, Circa 1920

Eight carved Indian ivory animal figures circa1920, 3.7 cm high (tallest)

Indian carved ivory figure of standing flute playing goddess…

Carved Ivory Flute Goddess in Ornate Costume

Indian carved ivory figure of standing flute playing goddess with ornate costume, 20.5 cm height

A carved ivory figure of Ganesha, Indian, 20th century

Carved Ivory Ganesha Figure, 20th Century India

A carved ivory figure of Ganesha, Indian, 20th century

Erotic Indian painting on ivory circa 1920s 8 cm x 11 cm in…

1920s Erotic Indian Painting on Ivory in Carved Frame

Erotic Indian painting on ivory circa 1920s 8 cm x 11 cm in carved timber frame 22 cm x 26 cm

High quality and rare mid 19th century Indian pesh kabs with…

Rare 19th Century Indian Pesh Kabs with Scabbard

High quality and rare mid 19th century Indian pesh kabs with scabbard, originally part of the armoury of Badhanwara, approx 35 cm overall with approx 25 cm slightly recurved blade of T section made of superb chevron watered steel (this is produced by…

An Anglo Indian combination walking / measuring cane, circa…

Green Beryl Walking Cane with Diamond Monogram

An Anglo Indian combination walking / measuring cane, circa 1825 the detachable ivory handle surmounted by a large claw set faceted green beryl, approximately 199.33ct, the slim extending measuring stick contained in the hollow interior sleeve, the ivory…

Indian ivory carved figure group. Showing a procession of six…

Indian Ivory Procession Sculpture

Indian ivory carved figure group. Showing a procession of six figures and a dignitary seated in a sedan chair, on a rectangular base (A/F)

Indian ivory figurine

Indian Ivory Figure

Indian ivory figurine

Indian ivory figurine

Ivory Indian Figurine

Indian ivory figurine

A fine Indian ivory sculpture in the form of Shiva, height 13 cm

Indian Ivory Shiva Sculpture - 13cm Height

A fine Indian ivory sculpture in the form of Shiva, height 13 cm

A mid-20th century Indian fine ivory carving of a seated female…

Seated Ivory Musician with Lotus Throne and Peacock

A mid-20th century Indian fine ivory carving of a seated female musician, her four arms playing her stringed instrument and supporting precious objects, she sits upon a lotus throne with peacock at her feet, fine open-worked back and various sinuous…

Vintage Indian ivory Buddha, 8 cm high, 6 cm long including…

Vintage Indian Ivory Buddha Statue

Vintage Indian ivory Buddha, 8 cm high, 6 cm long including stand

A late 19th century carved Indian sail boat, the single mast…

19th Century Carved Indian Ivory Sail Boat

A late 19th century carved Indian sail boat, the single mast with three graduating sails and fine ivory rod rigging, the solid ivory hull with scrolling carved top border, three figures to the various decks, one seated smoking a hookah pipe, various…

A pair of rare late 19th century Indian Mughal ivory carved…

Rare Mughal Ivory Carved Paduka Slippers

A pair of rare late 19th century Indian Mughal ivory carved Paduka slippers, traditional scrolling form with fine carved border bands of rosettes and tendril design, five repeating leaf design outer border, the raised rims carved with various animals…

Antique Indian carved ivory Vaishnavism figure, with engraved…

Carved Ivory Vaishnavism Figure with Engraved Base

Antique Indian carved ivory Vaishnavism figure, with engraved figure to base, height 17.5 cm approx

An Indian ivory tusk carved with tigers chasing large elephants.…

Tigers Hunting Elephants: Ivory Carving from India

An Indian ivory tusk carved with tigers chasing large elephants. Height 29 cm

An Indian ivory carved with Tigers. Length 17 cm

Indian Ivory Tigers Carving - 17cm Length

An Indian ivory carved with Tigers. Length 17 cm