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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Good vintage Chinese ivory bangle engraved with tigers,…

Vintage Chinese Ivory Bangle with Tiger Engravings

Good vintage Chinese ivory bangle engraved with tigers, diameter approx 6.8 cm

Pair of carved ivory horses, each on ivory base. Provenance:…

Carved Ivory Horse Pair on Bases

Pair of carved ivory horses, each on ivory base. Provenance: Estate of Australian collector. Wt. 270g (total). Height 9 cm (each)

Chinese ivory dragon. On carved wood fitted stand. Wt. 162g…

Chinese Ivory Dragon on Carved Wood Stand

Chinese ivory dragon. On carved wood fitted stand. Wt. 162g (including stand). Length 22 cm

Pair of Chinese ivory vases. Carved dragon to each. On carved,…

Dragon Carved Ivory Vases with Pierced Bases

Pair of Chinese ivory vases. Carved dragon to each. On carved, pierced bases. Wt. 211 (total). Height 15 cm (each)

Ivory okimono of dragon and the monkey

Dragon and Monkey Okimono

Ivory okimono of dragon and the monkey

Ivory carved elephant figure modelled walking with his truck…

Walking Elephant Carving for Good Luck

Ivory carved elephant figure modelled walking with his truck raised, symboling good luck. Condition good to fair, semi losse trunk join, hairline to the body. Height 12.5 cm

Six Oriental carved ivory miniature elephants circa 1930,H2.5…

Set of 6 Carved Ivory Miniature Elephants, 1930s

Six Oriental carved ivory miniature elephants circa 1930,H2.5 cm approx (tallest)

A pair of Chinese carved ivory birds on timber bases, 20th…

Chinese Ivory Birds on Timber Bases

A pair of Chinese carved ivory birds on timber bases, 20th century. Ivory 13 cm

Chinese ivory brush (no bristles) carved with scene of people…

Dragon and People Ivory Brush

Chinese ivory brush (no bristles) carved with scene of people and dragon

A large carved full-tip rhinoceros horn libation cup, 19th…

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…

An ivory 'peony' carving, late 19th/20th century, (2) depicting…

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…

An ivory carving, late 19th/20th century, (2) of a scantily…

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…

A pair of ivory carvings of an Emperor and Empress, 20th…

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

A Chinese ivory figure of a sage holding a small dragon and…

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

A pair of carved ivory lidded containers with dragon head lugs…

Ivory Dragon Head Containers with Floral Relief Decoration

A pair of carved ivory lidded containers with dragon head lugs & floral relief decoration. Height 16 cm ea

A pair of carved ivory parade horses with semi precious stone…

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

A carved ivory figure of Shou holding a dragon topped staff 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

A carved ivory figure depicting Guan Yin atop a dragon, holding…

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

A large carved ivory figure of Shou holding a dragon topped…

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

A pair of superbly carved ivory figures depicting an Emperor…

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

A Chinese ivory carving depicting passengers in a dragon ship,…

Dragon Ship Ivory Carving on Stand

A Chinese ivory carving depicting passengers in a dragon ship, on wooden stand L. 14 cm

Two carved ivory figure groups circa 1920, depicting riders on…

Ivory Rider Figure Groups, Circa 1920

Two carved ivory figure groups circa 1920, depicting riders on camel and elephant, 6.5 cm high (tallest)

Chinese ivory calling card case with finely carved dragon…

Dragon Ivory Calling Card Case

Chinese ivory calling card case with finely carved dragon decoration (one small crack to base)

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…

Chinese ivory cigarette holder, in the shape of a dragon

Dragon-shaped Chinese Ivory Cigarette Holder

Chinese ivory cigarette holder, in the shape of a dragon

A Chinese carved ivory figure 'Quan Yin', and a carved ivory…

Carved Ivory Quan Yin and Horse Figurines

A Chinese carved ivory figure 'Quan Yin', and a carved ivory horse. Quan Yin height 10 cm

A small carved ivory elephant

Miniature Ivory Elephant Carving

A small carved ivory elephant

Ivory carved elephant figure with a raised trunk, on a timber…

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

A Chinese finely carved ivory mythical dragon seal, late 19th…

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

Vintage ivory birds perched on wooden branch, purchased in…

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 pierced lidded jar with dragon motif. Mid 20th…

Chinese Dragon Ivory Jar, Mid-20th Century

Chinese ivory pierced lidded jar with dragon motif. Mid 20th century. 12 cm

Chinese ivory elephant figure circa 1940, together with wooden…

1940 Chinese Ivory Elephant Figure with Wooden Stand

Chinese ivory elephant figure circa 1940, together with wooden stand, 9 cm high approx

Antique Chinese ivory dish & stand, with delicate piecing &…

Dragon Ivory Dish & Stand

Antique Chinese ivory dish & stand, with delicate piecing & dragon decoration

A Chinese ivory carved elephant on timber stand. Height 5 cm

Chinese Ivory Elephant on Timber Stand

A Chinese ivory carved elephant on timber stand. Height 5 cm

Vintage carved ivory elephants, on carved timber stand, 18 cm…

Carved Ivory Elephants on Timber Stand - Vintage

Vintage carved ivory elephants, on carved timber stand, 18 cm long approx.

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

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)

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

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)

Two pairs of carved ivory horses and elephants inset with…

Carved Ivory Horses and Elephants with Stone Inlay

Two pairs of carved ivory horses and elephants inset with coloured stone. Height 7 cm. (4)

A carved ivory elephant. Height 8 cm. Width 10.5 cm

Miniature Ivory Elephant Carving

A carved ivory elephant. Height 8 cm. Width 10.5 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

A pair of Chinese marine ivory exotic birds on stands with dark…

Chinese Marine Ivory Exotic Birds on Stands

A pair of Chinese marine ivory exotic birds on stands with dark patination. Height 10.3 cm

A superb carved Chinese ivory figure of Kuanyin standing in…

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.…

Pair of Chinese carved ivory horses 10 cm

Carved Ivory Chinese Horse Pair

Pair of Chinese carved ivory horses 10 cm

Pair Chinese ivory salt and pepper carved with dragon motif, 3.…

Dragon Carved Ivory Salt and Pepper Set

Pair Chinese ivory salt and pepper carved with dragon motif, 3.6 cm high

A pair of ivory carvings of an Emperor and Empress, late…

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

An ivory figure of a mounted warrior, Qing dynasty, 19th…

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

Four ivory figures of boys, Qing dynasty, 19th century, one…

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

Two ivory figural carvings, 19th/20th century, one of a man of…

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…

A pair of carved ivory lions, by Itasaka Toson, 19th/20th…

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…

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

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.

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 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.

A graduated pair of ivory elephants on shaped stands. Length of…

Graduated Ivory Elephant Pair on Shaped Stands

A graduated pair of ivory elephants on shaped stands. Length of larger elephant: 28 cm.

A Chinese carved ivory figure group, 17th/ 18th century, Qing…

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

Antique ivory dragon bangle Chinese, circa 1920

1920 Chinese Ivory Dragon Bangle

Antique ivory dragon bangle Chinese, circa 1920

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 very good ivory figure of Budai, late Qing Dynasty, 19th…

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…

Antique Chinese Ivory 'Muk Lan' lady on a horse, marked K'ien…

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

A pair of antique carved, ivory temple lions. Provenance:…

Antique Ivory Temple Lions from Lammert Bros Auctioneers

A pair of antique carved, ivory temple lions. Provenance: Lammert Bros, Auctioneers, Hong Kong

Thai carved ivory stupa form stamp. Carved lion to base.…

Thai Ivory Stupa Stamp with Carved Lion Base

Thai carved ivory stupa form stamp. Carved lion to base. Provenance: Private Collection, ACT. Height 7 cm

A pair of fine old Chinese ivory carvings of temple lion dogs,…

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…

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

Antique Chinese ivory dragon form cigarette holder

Chinese Ivory Dragon Cigarette Holder

Antique Chinese ivory dragon form cigarette holder

Carved Indian ivory elephant and Houda

Ivory Elephant and Houda Carving from India

Carved Indian ivory elephant and Houda

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 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

A Chinese carved ivory cylindrical cricket cage, incised around…

Erotic Chinese Ivory Cricket Cage with Dragon Top

A Chinese carved ivory cylindrical cricket cage, incised around the body with erotic images, the top pierced with a dragon design, 11.3 cm high

A Chinese carved ivory belt buckle and an associated decorating…

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…

Eight (8) pairs of good Chinese ivory chopsticks decorated with…

Chinese Ivory Chopsticks with Phoenix and Bird Designs

Eight (8) pairs of good Chinese ivory chopsticks decorated with Phoenix, birds, landscapes etc

A pair of carved ivory figures of phoenix, 19th/20th century…

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…

Carved ivory elephant group on stand as inspected

Ivory Elephant Group on Stand

Carved ivory elephant group on stand as inspected

A pair of Chinese carved ivory Emperor and Empress figures,…

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…

A Chinese ivory immortal, carved standing holding in his right…

Chinese Ivory Immortal with Dragon Staff and Pipe

A Chinese ivory immortal, carved standing holding in his right hand a dragon headed staff and in his left a pipe. Two character signature under the base. Height 18 cm

Good Chinese pair of carved ivory figures seated Emperor and…

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).

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

Two Chinese ivory cigarette holders, early 20th century, one…

Chinese Ivory Dragon Cigarette Holders

Two Chinese ivory cigarette holders, early 20th century, one fashioned as a scaled dragon, with the mouth serving as the holder; the other pierced and exquisitely carved in relief with scenes of writhing dragons amidst foliage and flora. Length 13 cm

A Chinese Republic period charger. Painted with bird and…

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.

A Chinese ivory carved figure of a cormorant fisherman, he…

Chinese Ivory Cormorant Fisherman Figure on Shell and Base

A Chinese ivory carved figure of a cormorant fisherman, he stands with his bird upon a large shell and with bait fish raised on a pole, on wooden plinth. Height overall 17 cm

Chinese ivory of an intricately carved ball within a ball,…

Elephant-supported Chinese ivory ball within a ball carving

Chinese ivory of an intricately carved ball within a ball, supported by elephants

A set of three old carved ivory elephants, graduating in size,…

Graduating Ivory Elephant Trio with Age Cracking

A set of three old carved ivory elephants, graduating in size, age cracking evident. Heights from 55 to 7.5 cm

A substantial Chinese carved ivory lidded urn, on carved…

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…