A rare and unique object, entirely handmade, born from mind of a solitary inventor: a model of multi-level water elevator. This beautiful instrument is supported by a turned walnut frame, above which[...]
Rare set of four earthenware claw feet for a Lorraine or Alsatian stove. 19th century. Probably Sarreguemines. Made of ivory-white glazed earthenware, they are designed to wrap around the wrought iron[...]
CHRISTOPHE FRATIN (FRENCH, 1801-1864) Monkey with a basket. Bronze signed "Fratin" with a medal patina. Circa 1860. A small screw for attaching the basket is missing. Total height, approximately 20 cm
A very fine Napoleon III period jewelry box in gilt and silvered bronze. The artist's exquisite craftsmanship has resulted in a remarkable piece, distinguished by its exceptional quality. The alternat[...]
Antique gilt brass reliquary medallion. Heart-shaped pendant. Opens to hold a relic. Napoleon III period model with its original bail. Very good condition, a few rhinestones missing. Napoleon III peri[...]
An elegant 19th-century flame mahogany dressing table, featuring a beautiful veneer with wavy, shimmering grain, characteristic of this sought-after wood. It rests on twisted legs connected by a turne[...]
Oil painting, portrait of an old woman, second half of the 19th century. Dressed in a loose, rustic black coat and wearing a headdress, her face emerges from a dark brown background. Her closed expres[...]
Antique ball fan. Double-sided leaf decorated with a raised engraving. One side depicts a pastoral scene in the 18th-century style, the other a gallant scene and a woman spinning wool. Frame and ribs [...]
An important animal sculpture depicting a lion and lioness caught in the act of hunting, attacking a gazelle. This spectacular composition perfectly illustrates the late 19th-century taste for animal [...]
Plaster death mask moulded from life, representing the face of an adult.The reverse side is hollow, in accordance with the practice of death masks moulded from the deceased.The mask bears an inscripti[...]
Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, 8 white porcelain dessert plates with gold trim, monogram in the center, very good condition, diameter 19.5 cm, stamps underneath.
A pair of round repoussé brass planters decorated with gadroons, a wide frieze running around the rim, and two lion-head mascarons incorporating twisted rings that serve as side handles. The basin res[...]
Louis XV Marquetry Bonheur-du-Jour Desk – 19th Century. This elegant Louis XV style bonheur-du-jour desk, crafted from finely marquetry veneered wood, dates from the 19th century. It rests on four cab[...]
Pair of oil paintings on cardboard from the Swiss school of the mid-19th century "view of the Bernese Alps, the Wetterhorn and the Staubbach Falls", presented in their original giltwood frames.
Pair of Crystal and Sterling Silver Toilet Bottles – Maison Augier, Paris. A very elegant pair of cut crystal toilet bottles, slightly faceted, adorned with finely chased sterling silver mounts and st[...]
Set of 12 Silver and Horn Dessert Knives – Maison Lépine, Lyon. An elegant set of twelve dessert knives dating from the late 19th or early 20th century, presented in its original box. The blades are m[...]
Oval plaque engraved on ivory, attributable to the Dieppe school, depicting a mythological scene attributed to Hercules and Omphale, interpreted in an erotic manner according to neoclassical and liber[...]
18 K Gold (750/1000), Platinum and Old Cut Diamonds Antique Dormeuses Earrings, circa 1900. A beautiful and rare delicate pair of all-diamond sleeper antique earrings. These 18ct rose gold earrings ar[...]
Elegant Napoleon III ceiling light in cut crystal and bronze. High-quality crystal (Baccarat?), bronze mounted, originally gilt, now attractivtely patinated with age. Height 35 cm. Width 20 cm. Very g[...]
Large 19th-century academic drawing – “The Winnower” Chalk and charcoal on paper Dimensions: 62 x 47 cm Original antique frame with bubble glass: 74 x 59 cm It depicts a young Italian woman winnowing [...]
Pair of Renaissance-style walnut armchairs, France, circa 1860-1870. One of the backs is decorated with a Virgin and Child with the twelve Apostles (?) at her feet, crowned. The other back is decorate[...]
A charming and large 19th-century watercolor on paper depicting a proud Cairn Terrier perched on a red plush cushion. It is presented in a period black frame under antique glass and signed with the in[...]
Description Porcelain and gilded bronze. Decorated with gallant scenes and landscapes. Mark: a pseudo-Sèvres mark featuring the letters L and P—the initials of Sovereign Louis-Philippe d’Orleans—surmo[...]
Beautiful thermometer object from the Veuve Fontana Spinelli company in Marseille. Red marble obelisk. The marble is in very good condition. The thermometer tube is missing. Height 36 cm and 11 cm wid[...]
Beautiful pair of greyhounds on marble bases. The greyhounds are 19th century. The bases are 20th century. Very good condition, beautiful pose. 18 cm long, 11 cm wide, and 9 cm deep.
Pair of marble cassolettes, with gilded bronze mounts featuring rams' heads and floral garlands. Serpentine marble in a lovely antique hue and patinated gilt bronze. Stamped "Maison Jollet et Cie - Pa[...]
Pair of candlesticks with gilded bronze base and cup with stylized plant and geometric motifs. Diamond-cut crystal body. France (perforated base to transform them into lamps). Napoleon III period. 30 [...]
Hello, This is a painted miniature, the frame is certainly ivory (in accordance with pre-1947 regulations), depicting the portrait of an elegant young woman in the 18th-century style. There is a signa[...]
Four-step library ladder. Italy, 19th century.40 x 40 x 120 cm (15.7 x 15.7 x 47.7 in).Made entirely of turned and carved wood with green leather upholstery.- All shipments
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Finely carved wooden writing table - Workshop of Valentino Panciera Besarel. Venice, 19th century.73 x 60 x h 101 cm.Made entirely of finely carved wood with elegant cherubs and faux bamboo legs. The [...]
Beautiful pair of covered pots forming "pot-pourri" in Chinese porcelain; gilt bronze mount with lion's head on bronze base, work from the end of the 19th century.
White opaline glass carafe, cylindrical in an octagonal shape with faceted decoration of flowers and arabesques. The stopper is a faceted sphere with gilt trim. In very good condition, with some wear [...]
Two books on Classical Cuisine by Dubois and Bernard, published by Dentu, 1881. 25 x 31 cm format. 431 pages for one and 538 pages for the other. 101 plates of illustrations. Good condition, with some[...]
Corinthian oil lamp in bronze and onyx, 86 cm high. In perfect condition. Height to the tube: 86 cm. Bronze base: 14 x 14 cm. Inquiries via SMS or WhatsApp will not be considered; no response will be [...]
Pair of carved wooden elements with high relief. Napoleon III period. Note: 2 pieces need to be glued back together and one piece is missing (see photos). Free shipping within France and the European [...]
Early 19th century, a polychrome sculpture of Christ on the Cross, sculpted in the round. The body of Christ is depicted with a slender and naturalistic anatomy: a pronounced ribcage, a hollowed abdom[...]
A Napoleon III period writing case in rosewood, enhanced with light wood stringing and guilloché moldings. The lid reveals an interior lined with mottled maple burl. It opens to reveal seven drawers, [...]
A very fine Napoleon III gilt bronze mantel clock set comprising a central clock and a pair of multi-light candelabra. Beautifully ornamented in the Dutch style. Excellent condition - keys and pendulu[...]
A beautiful set of 12 pink crystal glasses, decorated in the style of Baccarat, Richelieu pattern. They feature a rooster motif on the front. All are in very good condition; only one has a small chip [...]
Diamond letter B brooch in silver and 18 karat gold. Large brooch forming the capital letter B. The letter is set with 66 old-cut and rose-cut diamonds. The pin is gold. Antique brooch, circa 1880.Swa[...]
DescriptionThis parian ware sculpture shows a seated young girl resting her head on one hand while holding a lamb across her lap. Made in white parian with a matte finish, the figure is modeled with s[...]
Pair of cut‑crystal decorative elements, probably intended as finials for bed headboards or as finishing pieces for a staircase. Ovoid in shape, they stand out for their cobalt‑blue and transparent c[...]
Eruption of Vesuvius, Neapolitan pastel, 19th century. A very beautiful subject depicting boats on a breakwater. Magnificent palette of colors, a range of blues and intense greens. Landscape format. F[...]
18-karat yellow gold necklace formed by joining two antique waistcoat chains, one with curb links and the other with double chains of braided gold wires holding two enameled cylindrical motifs adorned[...]
Pair of curved corner cabinets in cube marquetry, opening with two doors. Rosewood and palisander. Gilt bronze ornamentation. Louis XIV style, Napoleon III period. Good overall condition.
Japanese Imari porcelain lamp base mounted on gilt bronze. Napoleon III period. Height to socket: 40 cm. Very good condition. Shipping within France: 20 euros.
Auguste BELLANGER (Villette, 1862 – La Turballe, 1933)Street in La Turballe: the Brogard Cross, also called the Fourbihan CalvaryOil on canvasSigned lower right Aug. Bellanger46 x 61.5 cmFir frameDime[...]
Circa 1870-1890, France or Provence. A precious waistcoat belonging to an elegant gentleman of the late 19th century, made of black silk velvet brocaded with miniature violet and coral motifs. It feat[...]
A beautiful Napoleon III clock, dating from the late 19th century. Made of gilt bronze, it features fine openwork with a rich decoration of foliate scrolls and mascarons. The quadrangular body rests o[...]
In the style of Jacques Raymond Brascassat (1804-1867) French School 19th century Painting, oil on canvas Painting representing a landscape of cliffs and seaside Fisherman, shepherds and their herds o[...]
Antique set of 12 Paris porcelain plates. Beautiful hand-painted decoration of bouquets and scattered flowers. Each plate features a different design. Scalloped shape with gilt highlights. Signed on t[...]
Charles-Emile FRANÇOIS(Paris 1821 - 1902)The Painter's StudioOil on panelH. 28 cm; W. 22 cmSigned and dated lower right1901A native of Paris, Charles-Emile François exhibited his works at the Salon de[...]
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