This rare and moving 18th-century porcelain figure depicts a barefoot young drummer, seated on a broken bass drum with a bent mallet and empty dish at his side – symbols of hardship and public begging[...]
Pair of Louis XVI period cabriolets in relacquered beech, stamped A. Gailiiard, received master in 1781. Medallion backrest, tapered leg, fluted and rudenté at the front. Spring upholstery, tone-on-to[...]
Louis XVI period Liège sloping desk in natural oak, opening with three drawers and a flap, this one is carved with a medallion decorated with a mask and a ribbon bow. The theater is composed of four d[...]
Very rare radassier in fruit wood with spindles, Directoire period, Provence origin. Superb 3-seater radassier with 8 saber legs connected by turned and ringed wooden bars. The front is curved. The ar[...]
Life of the famous sculptors since the Renaissance of the Arts with the description of their works by MD of the Royal Academy of Belles Lettres. In Paris at Debure l'Ainé 1787. Two hardback volumes wi[...]
Late 18th-century painting depicting Christ crucified on Golgotha with John the Evangelist on the right. Mary is depicted on the left, wearing a blue robe. Mary Magdalene kneels at the foot of the cro[...]
Weekly chest in rosewood veneer and boxwood fillets and stained wood, opening with 6 drawers, spindle legs, with its marble top and its bronzes, work from the end of the 18th century and or beginning [...]
Elegant Louis XVI period bench in painted and gilded re-champi wood, two places with flat back, medallion shape. The armrest consoles are decorated with acanthus leaves, the belts are molded, decorate[...]
Louis XVI period corner cabinet in carved and painted wood. Curved structure opening with two doors, vertical fluting decoration on the upper and lower facades. Interior with two shelves. Wood patinat[...]
A series of five 18th century painted canvases imitating tapestries in very good condition (small old restorations and linings for several pieces). This rare complete series includes two large composi[...]
wrought iron key about 10 cm long with a drilled shank, an S-shaped bit and a cross-shaped hole, the circular ring with a diameter of 3 cm is drilled in its center and bears the inscriptions "election[...]
Elegant and decorative pair of 18th century French silver-plated bronze candlesticks with a classic and refined design. Each candlestick features multiple arms and a streamlined structure, ideal for c[...]
Lacquered and gilded wood trumeau with pediments with quivers and birds. Two-part mercury glass, Louis XVI baguette. Original parquet flooring, very good general condition. Louis XVI period, Provence.[...]
A rare Toulouse publication by JJ. Rousseau in one volume in 16, from the end of the 18th century (undated), by Douladoure, Bookseller, rue Saint-Rome, in full sheepskin, almond morocco title, a copy [...]
Barometer thermometer in carved wood lacquered gray and gilded signed "Carcany Grand Rue du Faubourg St Antoine a Colez la fontaine Charonne" Louis XVI period XVIII ème. Thermometer according to Réaum[...]
Extremely rare set of four solid silver Brussels salt cellars dating from 1785 with magnificent period blue interiors. Each salt cellar mount is hallmarked with the master silversmith's mark marking a[...]
Rare bookcase display case by Nicolas Alexandre Lapie, stamped. Hallmark of jurande JME, and barely legible iron mark (may be an indication of provenance or castle mark) Superb quality cabinetmaking. [...]
Magnificent Louis XVI chest of drawers dating from the end of the 18th century, very pretty painting with beautiful decorative patina, opening with 3 drawers. Special price currently
Set of four Directoire period armchairs in walnut, slightly sloping back, tapered leg at the front and sabre-shaped at the back. Spring upholstery, needlepoint tapestries, and woodwork in good conditi[...]
The seats retain their original straw, fine and tight, with trapezoidal work and a cut discreetly hidden under the upholstery. Small pegs visible on the armrests, evidence of traditional assembly. A m[...]
A ceramic teapot...A black tinted stoneware with applications...Maybe they are glazed biscuit...?!And solid silver attachment mount...The spout has had a little re-gluing...!Otherwise in perfect condi[...]
Two small giltwood frames, each containing six red wax seals, dating from the 18th and 19th centuries, one with antique glass and a collector's label. Frame dimensions: height 17.5 cm - width 13.5 cm.[...]
Rare and in 16 format, full spotted sheepskin, smooth spine decorated with gilt irons, tan morocco title, blue paper endpapers. In Paris at Belin, Bookseller, rue Saint-Jacques, near S. Ives. M. DCC. [...]
Coat of arms of Belgium on vellum by Lambert Antoine de FROMENTEAU de RUYFF Baron Born on April 14, 1721 - Nancy, 54395, Meurthe et Moselle, Lorraine, France Died on December 29, 1788 - Ruyff, Baelen [...]
De Greuse School, pretty pastel on parchment depicting a young girl preparing balls of wool in front of a playful white cat. Origin France Period 18th Unsigned work. The parchment was fixed on a canva[...]
Claude Jean-Baptiste Hoin (Dijon 1750/1817): Very large Pair of portraits, black stone and white chalk, signed and dated 1790, 1791, partially erased (signature and date), certified by an expert's off[...]
Antique Silver and Vermeil Butterfly Cross set with Rose-cut Diamonds. This is a very old cross dating from around 1780 to 1830. So called "Butterfly " Cross as the wings are open, resembling a butter[...]
LARGE GODRONED SALAD BOWL IN NEVERS EARTHENWARE SALAD BOWL FROM THE END OF THE 18TH CENTURY WITH POLYCHROME DECORATION OF A DOE LYING NEAR A TREE AND THROWS OF FLOWERS AND INSECTS ON THE OLD WING REST[...]
Pair of two-armed sconces in finely chiseled and mercury-gilded bronze. The scrolling sconces are decorated with foliage and end in twisted fluted sockets adorned with asparagus rudentures. The plate [...]
LARGE GODRONED SALAD BOWL IN ANCY LE FRANC FAIENCE SALAD BOWL FROM THE END OF THE 18TH CENTURY WITH POLYCHROME DECORATION OF A CHINESE MAN SMOKING A PIPE AND HOLDING A CANE IN A FLORAL DECORATION AND [...]
We present this elegant antique Italian desk dating back to the second half of the 18th century, Louis XVI period. An extremely refined desk. Made of fine light walnut wood and characterized by a simp[...]
Round miniature representing the portrait of a mother and her two children, a young man with a collared jacket and a little girl with a pink belt, each with a small bouquet of flowers. This miniature [...]
Sublime and large dining table in solid cherry wood of a slightly oval shape. 18th century period , Directoire period ; a French work circa 1795. The table rests on 8 spindle legs , the legs are toppe[...]
Interesting watch holder in richly carved wood decorated with a basket overflowing with fruit, the oculus in the center of a rosette formed of leaves and ears of wheat that form the outline, the whole[...]
Three-top half-moon shaped game table in mahogany veneer, brass inclusions and ebony fillets, veneered on oak, 18th century Louis XVI - Directoire period, 1790s-1800s. Our table is a multi-purpose pie[...]
An interesting counter-revolutionary allegorical miniature dating from the late 18th century.The rich iconography refers to the revolutionary period and the attachment of a portion of the French to th[...]
Elegant pair of natural wood chairs from the Directoire period with inverted backs, probably with their original upholstery and fabric, late 18th or early 19th century. In good condition......
Small Louis XVI period marquetry chest of drawers. Very good overall condition. Minor restorations. Marble probably recut. Bronzes replaced. Marble 92.5 cm. x 51.5 cmH. 82.5 cm
Very large and sumptuous altar cross in solid silver of the first title dating from the period 1798-1809 (hallmark called "first rooster"). It is abundantly decorated with typical Louis XVI motifs. Th[...]
VERY NICE LOT OF 3 SALAD BOWLS IN NEVERS EARTHENWARE FROM THE 18TH CENTURY ALL 3 HAVE RESTORATIONS TO THE CLIP SALAD BOWL 1: POLYCHROME DECORATION WITH SWANS AND FISHING OBJECTS - DIAMETER 30 cm - HEI[...]
SUPERB GODRONED SALAD BOWL IN NEVERS EARTHENWARE WITH POLYCHROME DECORATION OF A DOG AND TWO PERCHED BIRDS CURLED ON THE WING GOOD CONDITION - ONE CRACK - NO CHIPS PERIOD LATE 18TH HEIGHT: 7.5 cm DIAM[...]
SUPERB GODRONED SALAD BOWL IN NEVERS EARTHENWARE WITH POLYCHROME DECORATION OF A PERCHED ROOSTER WITH STYLIZED FLOWERS ON THE WING - VERY GOOD CONDITION - NO CRACKS - ENAMEL FLAKES ON THE BORDER PERIO[...]
Dimensions: Print 29 x 24 cm / with frame 41 x 35 cm The frame is from the 17th century, extensively "reworked" in the primer and gilding but presents a coherent wholethe print shows, especially on th[...]
Large, pot-bellied pitcher in dark brown-green tinted blown glass, enriched with very fine applied threads under the spout, the hollow handle applied hot and nicely curved at the attachment point. Num[...]
Sumptuous Liège coffee pot from the Louis XVI period in solid silver. In perfect condition. The principality of Liège was part of the Holy Roman Empire, unlike the rest of the Southern Netherlands. Th[...]
Small Louis XVI period Liège desk in natural oak, opening with a flap and three drawers whose fronts are carved with diamonds and floral scrolls. The open flap reveals a theater composed of four drawe[...]
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