Bronze Monkey Wax Seal On Stand 17th CenturyA fantastic 19th century bronze wax seal in the form of a monkey, complete with original desk stand. The monkey is of unusual form, holding a ball in its right hand and poised as if about to throw bowls. The casting is of excellent quality with superb detail. The seal retains its original simulated marble stand (likely alabaster), and one would not know the piece is anything more than a desk ornament of cabinet bronze until the monkey is lifted. The
but nonetheless the divider remains an attractive piece with no losses to the tapestry itself
The slope opens to reveal interior pigeon holes
The netsuke boasts exceptional detail throughout and is in excellent condition with a clear signature
black leather title panels and brown leather volume panels to the spine
A gilt bronze Thai deity mounted upon a wooden plinth
A compass from one of the premier makers of the age with cardinals and intercardinals hand-highlighted in what is almost certainly Balmain’s Luminous Paint
The 'Topazio' maker's name is clearly stamped to the inside of the bracelet
The case opens to reveal a dusky pink interior with brass rim
A lovely sterling silver salt cellar and pepperette by Atkin Bros
Ballantyne and Cumming in 1812
The pill box has graduated hinges
Volume II has a tear to the leather at the top of the spine
