Very large Pinnules graphometer signed Meurand Quai de l'Horloge in Paris C.1770 Silver-plated compass with 16 directions. Mounted on a ball jointed base. Beautiful engravings and tracery
The Fiji Mermaid is a dreamlike taxidermic montage, composed of the torso and head of an animal attached to a fish, all partially covered with varnished paper. It was one of the common presentations a[...]
They were very proud, the little ones from kindergarten. They had overturned the wooden cubes. They had built walls, castles, palisades or towers but then they had to put dozens of small blocks correc[...]
2 19th century tortoiseshell coin purses. Very nice quality. The clasps work perfectly, the interior fabric in good condition. Two small scale losses on the underside of one (see photo). Dimensions: L[...]
What dexterity, certainly inherited from the know-how of the Inuit. The wood was curved, then after skinning the animal (?) we treated and worked the intestines for a long time until they made a prett[...]
ALL of our rugs and objects are FREE SHIPPING for France and certain European countries.
Reminder: all of our rugs are professionally washed.
You will receive an invoice serving as a certificate upo[...]
I can't resist introducing you to the most delightful, the smallest, the cutest, the most so sweet object from Proantic Well, okay it's bigger than a diamond and smaller than the Eiffel Tower, but: yo[...]
Still, affirming that "it" was better before" is not always verified... We have come a long way since this wooden box which protects the fourteen glass reference ampoules and the instructions for use [...]
scene of crucifiction of Christ with on each side "the two thieves" tremblè engraving dated in a cartridge at the top 1816 and initials FC - VB no hallmark marked.... diameter: 34 cm
Ets PERNOD.
Old advertising plaque in lithographed sheet metal.
Early 20th century.
Stamped metal in slight relief, with its original cord.
Yellow background (pastis color) and blue lettering.
16[...]
This very beautiful placemat is an Iroquois work from the mid-19th century. Souvenirs of Niagara Falls, these small beaded objects were made by Indian women and sold to white tourists who visited the [...]
This very beautiful cushion intended for hat pins is an Iroquois work from the mid-19th century. Souvenirs of Niagara Falls, these small beaded cushions were made by Indian women and sold to white tou[...]
Unsigned, 18th century, gilded bronze. Artillery rear sight engraved with double graduations from 0 to 90°, equipped with a movable needle to indicate the inclination with a heart-shaped cursor. The b[...]
[United Kingdom | France], Late 19th - Early 20th century, Mahogany case with brass plate and clasps, steel, metal and ebony instruments.
Composite surgical set featuring some twenty instruments for [...]
Very rare Italian artillery level from the 7th century - made of solid brass, it was inserted into the mouth of the cannon and through the graduated scale it allowed the trajectory of the cannonball t[...]
Horseshoe electromagnet that operated with an induction coil from the mechanical and electrotechnical workshops founded in 1876 in Berlin by Max Kohl (1853-1908), an entrepreneur in the field of elect[...]
Emile Marco de saint Hilaire Histoire de la campagne de Russie pendant l'année 1812 et de la captivité des prisonniers français en Sibérie et dans les autres provinces de l'Empire précédée d'un résumé[...]
Three wall storage units of the same dimensions but different models.
They are rectangular with rounded corners. Made of apple green thermoformed plastic.
Creator: Jean-Claude MAUGIRARD French inter[...]
Rare book dealing with the Comet of 1731 in two volumes In 12" Various Thoughts written to a Doctor of Sorbonne on the occasion of the Comet which appeared in December 1780. New corrected Edition. Pri[...]
In 4 beautiful volumes In 12 full calf spine ribbed full calf titles and volume numbers in ocher morocco, endpapers and marbled edges. Printed in 1784. "Memoirs of Sébastien.Joseph De Carvalho and Mel[...]
A great Character from the time of Henry II in 4 beautiful volumes bound in full tinted calfskin, ribbed spine decorated with beautiful gilded irons, reddened edges. Ex-libris of Falkenhof Castle peri[...]
Kirshmanni Johan Lubecensis de funeribus romanorum libri quatuor cum appendix, Accessit et funus parasiticum Nicolai Rigaltii 1672 Vellum binding Interesting study on the funeral ceremonies in use amo[...]
Immerse yourself in 19th century elegance with this stunning dog-shaped pipe stand, an exceptional piece of French craftsmanship from this era. This unique holder is intricately hand carved in the sty[...]
Exceptional milliner's mannequin which could also be classified in the plastic arts section as it is sufficient in itself. This "art deco" bust from the beginning of the 20th century is magnificent an[...]
Medieval style panel in the shape of an escutcheon covered with blue velvet on which we find the attributes of the knights.
Like Violet the Duke.
Helmet, bustier, Goedendag, shield, gloves and sever[...]
Beautiful silver sundial by Butterfield in Paris C.1700 Typical model of Butterfield production made in silver. Dials with four scales, two with Arabic numerals (4-12-8) and two with Roman numerals (I[...]
They can be seen as the intermediary between man and the world of the Gods. Thus in Nordic mythology, Hugin and Munin maintain the connection between the terrestrial universe and spiritual life: the t[...]
IMPORTANT COPPER CASTLE FOUNTAIN ON ITS ORIGINAL TURNED WOODEN BASE . THE COAT OF ARMS ENGRAVED ON THE FOUNTAIN IS TO BE DEFINED. INCLUDED IN THE SALE IS ITS COPPER PITCHER WHO ALSO BEARS A COAT OF A[...]
Superb antique cane with ivory handle representing the DUC d'ORLEANS (Ferdinand Philippe d'Orléans, son of Louis Philippe) standing and dressed in uniform with hissword and bicorn.
Rosewood shaft.
N[...]
Mortar in good original condition, 17th century. I am thinking of a model from the region of Persia, Pakistan? Afghanistan? Sending only by registered mail and signature upon receipt
Epreuve originale réalisée en 1764. Bellin cartographe.
Coloris aquarelle.
Rousseurs claires dans les marges n’atteignant pas la carte.
Bon état.
Format feuille : 34 x 25,5 cm.
Format gravure : 2[...]
Original engraving on steel with a chisel. Engraved by TASSIN (Christophe), known by mistake as Nicolas Tassin. He is in reality the King's geographical engineer. We do not know his dates of birth and[...]
Rare effigy of a King Bamoun in wood with a thick crusty patina Height 60cm plus wooden base High bilobed "Ndop" headdress, a sort of royal tiara. The left hand placed on the chin of the face projecte[...]
Western Ivory Coast, Bété people, first half of the 20th century, superb hardwood mask with dark brown patina of incredible modernity with the effigy of the spider. He presided over peacemaking ceremo[...]
Modèle anatomique de l'oeil en platre , papier mache et material composite, manques et reparation, Italie premier moite du XX sec.
36 cm x 25 cm
h 25 cm
This important work for the relations between the France of Louis XIV and Holland from 1679 to 1688. three beautiful volumes In 12 full glazed speckled calfskin, smooth spines decorated with beautiful[...]
Amulet representing a "bird man" believed to give real powers to the hunters who possess it: invisibility, endurance, strength... Collected in the village of Minias (Keram River) in Papua New Guinea. [...]
PEPPER or COFFEE MILL
Sardinia, Italy, 19th century
Brass, iron and wood
H. 19 cm, diameter 5.2 cm
A coffee or pepper mill with a cylindrical body and filleted decoration, a folding and remo[...]
Black Forest (Brienz Switzerland).
Children's musical chair.
Late 19th century period.
In solid walnut with sculpted plant decoration and heart.
The seat rises to reveal the music system. Dimensi[...]
Splendid mask Dan called "Runner" from Ivory Coast wood with so-called "lacquered" patina goatee made of woven fibers and two feline claws are attached to it sold with base Remains of nails for fixing[...]
Wari Zutsu (or one-piece pipe case) in deer antler with decoration carved in relief of a character splitting a fruit (?) on a block below a pine branch.
Japan, 19th century.
Good condition
Dime[...]
The Pinte comes from GREAT BRITAIN: baluster body placed on a short pedestal, cut-out handle. Goblet punch. Height: 9.8 cm. Clear, silky patina. Period: 19th century. Very good condition. The other, o[...]
The pomiform body rests on a high molded pedestal. Flat, ribbed handle, decorated with decreasing chenille beads, ending in a crossette. Mark of an unidentified master. This model of water pot can be [...]
snuffbox in the shape of a barrel carved from a bramble, rimmed with silver (necklace hallmark). scenes of smokers are painted on the lid and on the sides, on the body three cartridges representing sc[...]
Plate assegai, Kanak
Melanesia, New Caledonia
First third of the 20th century
Blackened wood, bamboo, dogfish hair, wool, sparterie, tapa.
Length Total length: 185cm
Double-pointed assegai, bl[...]
Beautiful and fresh series in 5 volumes In 12! Full speckled glazed calfskin, smooth backs decorated with beautiful gilded titles and volume numbers in red and olive morocco, red edges, marbled endpap[...]
Very beautiful varnished mahogany lectern dating from the 19th century, circa 1860-1880, adjustable in height and inclination thanks to its original system.
In very good condition, its desk measu[...]
A beautiful series is this “History of Charlemagne” from 1782, preceded by Considerations on the first Race, and followed by Considerations on the second. By M. Gaillard, of the French Academy, and of[...]
EXTRAORDINARY ingenuity... or how to invent educational material so that the child understands and visualizes how bird claws work... I keep manipulating what activates the ropes which, when bandaged, [...]
It looks great, right at the end of my desk.... Magnificent Celestial globe in papier maché in its varnished wood frame. Model of Himmel globus, in Leipzig dated 1950 in the title block. It would be p[...]
Old pottery; terracotta oil jar mounted on a rope.
Period late 19th early 20th century.
Comes from the Aragon region of Spain.
85 cm high.
Very good state of conservation.
At the belly 83 cm wide[...]
Early 19th century France - Auvergne - Haute Loire Very beautiful folk art box in hand-carved wood. Old Auvergne work of popular art (Puy-en-Velay region) Wooden box with a magnificent patina and enti[...]
Mid-19th century France Curious old cane (Monoxyle), pure work of popular art, the cane and the pommel are made from the same wooden barrel. Superb fine workmanship, representation of a panther which [...]
Carved wooden brutalist face sculpture. Made in the 1950s Belgium. Can stand alone or can be wall mounted. This sculpture has a very primitive expression and worn patina, there are some nice details s[...]
Second half of the 19th century France - South-West Sublime overyoke entirely hand-carved, three levels of openings, linear frieze decorations, fitted with 3 bells, and a nailed stick. The subrejoug h[...]
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