A very CLASSY Victorian (1870-1890) English side table in Solid Mahogany witrh a lower Gallery . In VERY good condition considering its age.

A very CLASSY Victorian (1870-1890) English side table in Solid Mahogany witrh a lower Gallery . In VERY good condition considering its age.   « Less

Absolutely magnificent Louis XV secretary - desk also called "bonheur du jour " with 2 drawers and 2 small cabinets. Very unusual and in mint condition.

Absolutely magnificent Louis XV secretary - desk also called "bonheur du jour " with 2 drawers and 2 small cabinets. Very unusual and in mint condition.   « Less

one of the first made swivel and hinged desk chairs. This oak desk chair was once owned by Louis Comfort Tiffany and was used by his accountant in his store. The chair was  More »

one of the first made swivel and hinged desk chairs. This oak desk chair was once owned by Louis Comfort Tiffany and was used by his accountant in his store. The chair was purchased directly from the accountant and was the only item that he took with him upon retirement after over 40 years of working there. He sat on it so much he said that it had become a part of him.It has perfect even wear and is in excellent condition. unsigned or marked 40 1/2 by 23 in   « Less

Victorian Sofa Circa 1850's In excellent Condition . Size 77"Long by 21" wide and 37" High Beautiful Carved Wood, please see pictures

Victorian Sofa Circa 1850's In excellent Condition . Size 77"Long by 21" wide and 37" High Beautiful Carved Wood, please see pictures   « Less

These child's (doll's) trunks are getting harder to find every year, especially in good original, unaltered condition. This one has all the original hinges & latches intact,  More »

These child's (doll's) trunks are getting harder to find every year, especially in good original, unaltered condition. This one has all the original hinges & latches intact, as well as original leather covering, needing only the leather handles replaced. Many people remove the thin leather coverings, and polish the wood underneath, which is what I would do with it myself, but this one we're offering as is, at least until I have time to restore it. Good strong condition, wood is strong and virtually damage free, just showing expected wear for its age. Leather covering is tired, but 98% intact, except for a small patch on one side. Original rollers in base work fine. Hinges are strong. Just a fantastic child's trunk that will be a show piece when done. Buy now or pay quite a bit more later when it's restored! Don't wait too long.   « Less

The Indus Valley civilization was rediscovered in 1920-21 when engraved seals were unearthed in the Punjab province of Pakistan at a site called Harappa, a name which is  More »

The Indus Valley civilization was rediscovered in 1920-21 when engraved seals were unearthed in the Punjab province of Pakistan at a site called Harappa, a name which is often used to describe the civilization as a whole. Subsequent excavations at Harappa revealed the size and complexity of this ancient city. Other sites were unearthed as well along the banks of the Indus River, including the equally large city of Mohenjodaro. Through archaeological and historical research, we can now say for certain that a highly developed urban civilization flourished in the Indian subcontinent over five thousand years ago. Though the Indus Valley script remains undeciphered, the numerous seals, statuary, and pottery discovered during excavations, not to mention the urban ruins, have enabled scholars to construct a reasonably plausible account of the Indus Valley civilization.Some kind of centralized state, and certainly fairly extensive town planning, is suggested by the layout of the great cities of Harappa and Mohenjodaro. The same kind of burnt brick appears to have been used in the construction of buildings in cities that were several hundred miles apart. The weights and measures also show a very considerable regularity, suggesting that these disparate cities spread out across a vast desert shared a common culture. The Indus Valley people domesticated animals, and harvested various crops, such as cotton, sesame, peas, barley, and cotton. Indus Valley seals have been excavated in far away cities such as Sumer, suggesting that a wealthy merchant class existed, engaged in extensive trading throughout the subcontinent and the Near East.Other than the archaeological ruins of Harappa and Mohenjodaro, these seals provide the most detailed clues about the character of the Indus Valley people. Bulls and elephants appear on these seals, but the horned bull, most scholars agree, should not be taken to be congruent with Nandi, for the horned bull appears in numerous Central Asian figures as well. The women portrayed on the seals are shown with elaborate coiffures, sporting heavy jewelry, suggesting that the Indus Valley people were an urbane people with cultivated tastes and a refined aesthetic sensibility. A few thousand seals have been discovered in Indus Valley cities, showing some 400 pictographs: too few in number for the language to have been ideographic, and too many for the language to have been phonetic. - (AM.0233)   « Less

Early Continental European trestle table c1800. This iconic form originated in ancient Rome, and was later found in monasteries. Measures 78.5 inches long, 35 inches deep,  More »

Early Continental European trestle table c1800. This iconic form originated in ancient Rome, and was later found in monasteries. Measures 78.5 inches long, 35 inches deep, and 29.25 inches high. Seats 8. Excellent condition. Shipping extra. Connecticut residents and buyers picking up in Connecticut add 6.35% state sales tax. Buyers outside the USA are responsible for any taxes,tariffs or customs that might apply. *** If you wish to see examples of similar items we have sold and/or appraised please go to our affiliate site www.OneofaKindAntiques.com and click the Archives / Homepage logo ***   « Less

17th century Spanish baroque table. Renaissance period c1650. The single board top is dovetailed into the straight legs and held together with hand wrought iron scroll  More »

17th century Spanish baroque table. Renaissance period c1650. The single board top is dovetailed into the straight legs and held together with hand wrought iron scroll braces. Fine original condition, beautiful patina. Measures 49.5 inches wide, 28 inches deep and 32 inches high. Shipping extra. Connecticut residents and buyers picking up in Connecticut add 6.35% state sales tax. Buyers outside the USA are responsible for any taxes,tariffs or customs that might apply. *** If you wish to see examples of similar items we have sold and/or appraised please go to our affiliate site www.OneofaKindAntiques.com and click the Archives / Homepage logo ***   « Less

17th century Spanish writing table with 2 drawers. Single board top. Beautifully shaped side stretchers echo the wavy moldings adorning the top section. Finished all around.  More »

17th century Spanish writing table with 2 drawers. Single board top. Beautifully shaped side stretchers echo the wavy moldings adorning the top section. Finished all around. Braced with crossed iron bars. All original, excellent condition. Measures 63 inches wide by 32.5 inches high. This desk would also make a perfect server or sideboard in a kitchen or dining room. Shipping extra. Connecticut residents and buyers picking up in Connecticut add 6.35% state sales tax. Buyers outside the USA are responsible for any taxes,tariffs or customs that might apply. *** If you wish to see examples of similar items we have sold and/or appraised please go to our affiliate site www.OneofaKindAntiques.com and click the Archives / Homepage logo ***   « Less

17thc Spanish vargueno, papillero or table cabinet c1650 height 27.50 inhces, width 41.50 inches and the depth 14.50 inches. The right rear foot is replaced.

17thc Spanish vargueno, papillero or table cabinet c1650 height 27.50 inhces, width 41.50 inches and the depth 14.50 inches. The right rear foot is replaced.   « Less