Ivory Collection

The Ivory Castle Board Game, produced by Gibbs Dentifrice toothpaste Date: 1935

An ivory mask from Benin, Nigeria worn by the Oba of Benin on ceremonial occasions
This mask was worn by the Oba of Benin at the waist on ceremonial occasions. It represents an ancestor or predecessor

Large African Elephant. Bull feeding along the edge of river
TOM-836 Large African Elephant - Bull feeding along the edge of river Zambezi River in Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe, Africa

The ivory diptych of Stilicho (right) with his

Painted ivory plaque from the lid of a coffer showing Tutankhamun and Ankhesenamun in a garden, the lower frieze shows young women plucking mandrakes, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun

Elephants and Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli, Kenya, black and white

Ancient Egyptian bronze axes and daggers with electrum blades and ivory handles
Egyptian civilization. Bronze axes and daggers with electrum blades and ivory handles

Ancient Phoenician traders in port
Phoenician sailors trading goods in an ancient Mediterranean seaport. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Beauty Revealed, 1828. Creator: Sarah Goodridge
Beauty Revealed, 1828. According to descendants of the statesman Daniel Webster (1782-1852), this miniature is a self-portrait Goodridge made for him

Three African elephants walking in line beside a river

Christ, Holy Roman Emperor Otto II, and Empress Theophano. Ivory, 10th century
BYZANTINE ART. Christ, Holy Roman Emperor Otto II, and Empress Theophano. Ivory, 10th century

Royal Wedding 1947 - bride and bridesmaid dresses
A fairytale wedding gown by Norman Hartnell for Princess Elizabeth, in itself a tribute to British skill in design and workmanship

Cased Colt Dragoon Model 1848 (1st issue) Revolver, England, 1848 / 68. Creator: Unknown
Cased Colt Dragoon Model 1848 (1st issue) Revolver, England, 1848/68

Fire burns part of an estimated 105 tonnes of ivory and a tonne of rhino horn confiscated from smugglers and poachers at the Nairobi National Park near Nairobi, Kenya, April 30, 2016

Detail of a leaf of a Byzantine ivory diptych showing men and bears at the circus
Detail of a leaf of a Byzantine ivory diptych from Constantinople, showing men and bears at the circus, watched by the court. From the Heritage Museum of St Petersburgs collection

Acrobat. Minoian art
Acrobat. 16th c. BC. Minoan art / Cretan art. Sculpture on ivory. GREECE. CRETE. IRAKLION. Iraklion. Archaeological Museum. Proc: GREECE. CRETE. IRAKLION. Knossos. Knossos Palace

Zanzibar - Tanzania - Large Ivory Tusks Date: circa 1910s

Advert for Parkins and Gotto electrical novelties 1906
Advertisement from 1906 for Parkins and Gotto, of Oxford Street, London, showing the wide range of electrical novelties

Trent Bridge, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire. Interestingly, on the far right can be seen part of the main exhibition hall of the 1903 Nottingham Midlands Exhibition, known as the Ivory Tower

Painted ivory diptych depicting circus games, Panel B
Roman civilization, 5th century A.D. Painted ivory diptych depicting circus games. Panel B

22, 000 - 30, 000 years old Venus figures
Left to right. a) In fired clay from Moravia. b) In mammoth ivory from France. The Willendorf Venus c) In limestone from Austria. d) In mammoth ivory from Ukraine

Upper Palaeolithic tools 18 - 30, 000 years old
L-R: a) Bone used to make needle blanks. b) Bone needle. c & d) Harpoon head and Barbed Point carved from antler. e & f) Two heads carved in mammoth ivory

Asprey Christmas presents, 1926
Colour advertisement for Asprey of Bond Street displaying a wide variety of Christmas present ideas, including an attache case, a shagreen cigarette box, leather handbag, crocodile handbag pochette

Coffer from the treasury, made from wood and ivory with applied gold and silver, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

African elephant Bull. Being aggressive. Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe, Africa
TOM-821 African elephant Bull. Being aggressive. Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe, Africa

Girl Reading, 1916 (oil on canvas)
656925 Girl Reading, 1916 (oil on canvas) by Jack, Richard (1866-1952); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl Reading. Richard Jack (1866-1952). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1916

Consular diptych of Boethius (ivory relief, 487)
LRI4671276 Consular diptych of Boethius (ivory relief, 487) by Italian School, (5th century); 24x18 cm; Museo di Santa Giulia, Brescia

Openwork plaque with a striding sphinx, c. 9th-8th century B. C. (ivory)
5054677 Openwork plaque with a striding sphinx, c.9th-8th century B.C

Quill pen and paper knife belonging to Claude Monet (1840-1926) 19th-20th century (photo)
MMT223883 Quill pen and paper knife belonging to Claude Monet (1840-1926) 19th-20th century (photo) by French School; Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Advert for Asprey selection of household items 1937
Selection of items from Asprey, Bond Street: Glass luminous World lamp, gentlemans pigskin compactus case with ivory fittings, miniature reproduction clock in walnut, brocade evening bag

Edmund Burke, 1774-1775. Artist: Edmund Burke
Edmund Burke, 1774-1775. Found in the collection of the National Portrait Gallery, London

Campephilus principalis, ivory-billed woodpecker
Plate 16, hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731-43) Vol. 1 by Mark Catesby. Size: 380 x 255 mm

Ivory Workshop
A man prepares an ivory tusk in his workshop

Vijaya Ganapati, "Ganapati the Victorious" ,GANESH IDOL,TANJORE GLASS PAINTING,THANJAVUR, TAMILNADU, INDIA, ASIA

Guitar with inlays and decorations in ebony and ivory
DGA765367 Guitar with inlays and decorations in ebony and ivory, made by Antonio Stradivari (1644-1737). Italy, 17th century.; © NPL - DeA Picture Library / G. Cigolini

Jupiter and Diana, inlaid with ivory
DGA927553 Jupiter and Diana, inlaid with ivory, mother of pearl and tortoiseshell, detail from drop leaf table, 1739, by Pietro Piffetti (ca 1700-1777), cabinetmaker for Royal House of Savoy, Italy

Linen and lace dress possibly worn by Queen Mary, 1904
5245291 Linen and lace dress possibly worn by Queen Mary

Silk cape worn by Queen Victoria, 1860-80
5245282 Silk cape worn by Queen Victoria, 1860-80; (add.info.: Silk and lace cape worn by Queen Victoria (1837-1901)

Virgin and Child from Sainte-Chapelle
DGA1088761 Virgin and Child from Sainte-Chapelle, 1260-1270, ivory statue, height 41 cm

Silver rattle. France, late 19th century
DGA762794 Silver rattle. France, late 19th century.; (add.info.: Private Collection); © A. Dagli Orti / © NPL - DeA Picture Library

Ivory statuette of Khufu from Abydos, side view
DGA540710 Ivory statuette of Khufu from Abydos, side view; (add.info.: Egyptian civilization, Old Kingdom, Dynasty IV. Ivory statuette of Khufu. From Abydos)

The Suspicious Owl
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The Emerald Mushrooms
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The Emerald Mushrooms
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The Emerald Mushrooms
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Emerald Thoughts
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Emerald Thoughts
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Emerald Thoughts
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Emerald Thoughts
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The Emerald Boy
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The Emerald Boy
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The Emerald Boy
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The Emerald Boy
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Mythical Universe
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Mythical Universe
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Mythical Universe
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Mythical Universe
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The Rusty Sun
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The Rusty Sun
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The Rusty Sun
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The Rusty Moon
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The Rusty Moon
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The Rusty Moon
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The Emerald Girl
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The Emerald Girl
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EDITORS COMMENTS

"Ivory: A Tale of Elegance and Controversy" Ivory, a precious material with a rich history, has captivated civilizations for centuries. From the majestic ivory mask worn by the Oba of Benin during ceremonial occasions in Nigeria to the painted plaque depicting Tutankhamun and Ankhesenamun in an enchanting garden, it has been cherished as a symbol of beauty and power. In Africa's vast wilderness, a large African elephant gracefully feeds along the edge of the Zambezi River in Mana Pools National Park. Its magnificent tusks remind us of the allure that ivory holds. Walking beside this gentle giant are three more African elephants, forming an awe-inspiring line that echoes their ancient presence on this continent. The significance extends beyond its aesthetic appeal. Ancient Phoenician traders recognized its value and traded it across ports, connecting cultures through commerce. Even renowned artists like Sarah Goodridge immortalized its elegance in her masterpiece "Beauty Revealed, " showcasing how they are reveal true beauty. However, alongside admiration comes controversy. The burning fire consumes over 105 tonnes of confiscated ivory and one tonne of rhino horn—a powerful statement against illegal wildlife trade that threatens these magnificent creatures' existence. Yet amidst these conflicting narratives lies another tale from history—the intricate diptych featuring Stilicho on one side—an artifact crafted from exquisite ivory craftsmanship dating back centuries ago. Similarly, Ivory played a role even at royal weddings—like the iconic 1947 ceremony where bride and bridesmaid dresses exuded opulence fit for royalty. Beyond artistry and celebrations lie other intriguing uses for this remarkable material—a girl engrossed in reading while sitting before an oil painting titled "Girl Reading" showcases how even everyday objects can be transformed into works of art using delicate carved ivories as seen throughout history. Even firearms bear witness to the allure of ivory; such is evident in the cased Colt Dragoon Model 1848 revolver from England.