A fine collection of 200 numbered and named minerals from the collection of Christian Sandler, a German geographer and geologist, late 19th century. This is the personal collection of Christian Sandle[...]
A particularly decorative Papuan wooden war shield, collected in the Highlands area in Papua New Guinea. Made of hard wood, plant fibers, and natural pigments. Approx. 110 x 35 cm / €1700 including sh[...]
Large geometric map of Florence, 1843Geometric map of the city of Florence by engineer-architect Federigo Fantozzi. It is true to life as 1 to 4500.1843. Large map, 94 x 81 cm, mounted on canvas in 24[...]
Solid silver rattle and whistle adorned with 8 bells (one missing). Maker's mark CC. Embossed and engraved decoration. Dimensions: 14 cm long. Period: 19th century. Shipping costs are not included.
Small blown glass vessel, aubergine-purple in color, with a hemispherical body finely pinched in four places, forming regular indentations probably made by hand during shaping. The neck, wide and funn[...]
A substantial tinned copper drinking water reservoir dating from the 18th century, originally intended for storing water in large houses. This type of container was used in castles, religious institut[...]
A small, translucent blown glass vase with a hemispherical body ribbed with carefully rhythmic, regular vertical fluting. The clean, well-defined raised lines give the piece a structured visual repres[...]
This small wooden statuette is characteristic of the protective charms made by the Dayak people of Borneo. These amulets, zoomorphic or anthropomorphic, were worn daily to protect against illness, acc[...]
Important English terrestrial globe, known as Malby’s Terrestrial Globe, published in London on June 1st, 1845.
The globe is made of printed papier-mâché, with detailed cartography and original perio[...]
Napoleon III period carved walnut music cabinet/case. A very beautiful piece in perfect condition. Shelf depths: 18/30/40 cm. Case height: 54 cm, width: 14 cm. Delivery within France: €150. Delivery w[...]
HUGE ART AND ANTIQUITY RESOURCES LIBRARY: approximately 180 to 200 meters of shelving, including numerous artist monographs (many of which are catalogues raisonnés), reference works on Fine Arts, Asia[...]
Charming high chair, made of fruitwood, with a lovely patina. The seat and backrest are beautifully upholstered. Dating from the Napoleon III period, it is in very good condition and suitable for a do[...]
Minja-type figure in light wood collected from the Amaki area (Nokuma people) in Papua New Guinea. The Minja figure represents a water spirit and is synonymous with fertility. This figure, which symbo[...]
Reproduction of coastal sceneThis painting is a reproduction, most prabably an offset print on a wooden panelIt depicts a coastal scene at sunrise, fisherwomen and children waiting on the beach for th[...]
Description Bembo Pietro (1470-1547). Prose di . M. Pietro Bembo nelle qvali si ragiona della volgar lingva scritte al Cardinale De Medici che poi e stato creato a Sommo Pontefice et detto Papa Clemen[...]
This remarkable seal is made of wrought iron, a particularly unusual material for this type of object in the 18th century, as they were most often made of silver. It consists of a molded circular base[...]
PLARR (Léon) - France in Moscow. Exhibition of 1891. Paris, se, 1891; folio, 297 pp. + advertisements, publisher's binding, smooth spine, cover decorated with the arms of Tsar Alexander III.
Presented on green silk without glass and in a beautiful Baroque frame, all from Italy, this collection of terracotta cameo prints (uncommon), known as the "Grand Tour," embodies the very essence of t[...]
This large and elegant champagne bucket is a beautiful example of
traditional Biot glassmaking, crafted in the South of France using
time-honored artisanal techniques. Made from thick, hand-blown [...]
Free shipping within mainland France via La Poste or Mondial Relay.**************Very rare set of eight identical pewter plates with scalloped and molded rims. All are hallmarked by an unidentified ma[...]
Antique snuffbox dating from the second half of the 19th century. Beautiful seashell mounted on a solid silver frame. German work. 4 cm in diameter. Very good condition.
Antique pair of bronze sculptures from Vienna. Work by Franz Xavier Bergmann. Very beautiful erotic subject depicting a young woman and a satyr. Period polychromy. Both figures bear the artist's signa[...]
A beautiful wax holder or wax cone holder from worked, turned, and cut bronze or brass, late 18th century. It is surmounted by a pair of spring-loaded, scissor-like jaws that hold rolled wax wick. Upp[...]
A mahogany compass box, well-stocked with compasses and other drafting tools. The lock is functional, but be careful, once closed it's not easy to open! Length 23.5 cm – width 13.5 cm – height 5 cm. F[...]
A very rare and antique folk art hair frame from the late 18th or early 19th century. A braided blonde lock of hair is set within a frame carved directly into the wood. In good condition with a slight[...]
PITRE-CHEVALIER - Ancient and Modern Brittany. Paris, Coquebert, 1860; quarto, 656 pp., half-morocco binding in bottle green, spine decorated with four raised bands. Illustrated by Leleux, Penguilly, [...]
Art Deco chrome-plated propeller airplane model in perfect condition, made of chrome-plated metal from the 1930s. Height 17.5 cm, Wingspan 17.5 cm. Inquiries via SMS or WhatsApp will not be considered[...]
A very rare Pram-Pram statue sculpture from Ghana. The body is highly stylized, minimalist, almost abstract, and elongated, with tapered limbs and a spherical head. The eyes, ears, mouth, navel, and c[...]
A very fine gilt bronze slave bracelet. Exquisite workmanship in excellent condition! Bronze with gilt plating. An interesting piece due to its decoration, 8.5 cm in diameter by 2.5 cm wide. A visuall[...]
Art Deco metal and palisade airplane model. In perfect condition. Wingspan 46 cm, Height 24 cm. Inquiries via SMS or WhatsApp will not be considered; no response will be given. Please submit a request[...]
Among African art, Punu masks have always been admired for their high artistic quality. These idealized female portraits are worn by dancers on stilts during spectacular performances. I particularly l[...]
Antique watchmaker's tool – large brass gear compass. Good condition. No play. It is in its original case. For dimensions, see photos. The case measures 32.5 x 11.5 x 12 cm. NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE THE EU[...]
Antique goblet in deep cobalt blue glass, barrel-shaped, decorated with very fine applied lines, the rim edged with white glass. Thick, slightly inward-curving base with some irregularities and air bu[...]
Diorama of a ship's nautical theme, three-masted sailing ship, bottle signed and dated "Nantes, November 22, 1930". In perfect condition. Worldwide shipping.
A rare set of 12 volumes in duodecimo, from the rich and prestigious library of Ernest Augustus I (1771-1851), King of Hanover (1837-1851), fifth son of George III, King of England (Bookplate with wet[...]
A very fine polished solid brass marine padlock, dating from the 19th century. This "D-shaped" or swivel shackle model is characteristic of marine equipment for its robustness and resistance to salt c[...]
Antique Shoemaker's Foot Measuring Tape in solid boxwood and brass, signed by the renowned Ullathorne & Co. manufacturer, active in London and Paris in the 19th century. This precision instrument, ess[...]
Wooden fountain finely carved with plant motifs on the outside, faces and cherubs in the most visible part. At the bottom of the piece there is a face blowing into a bronze pipe.Italy or France, 18th [...]
Free shipping within mainland France via La Poste or Mondial Relay**************Copper cake mold in the shape of a tortoise, with a hanging ring. Coppersmith's catalog number and maker's mark or prope[...]
Painted wooden carriage. Toy comprising a team of 4 horses, driven by 3 servants. Resting on 4 wheels, two large at the rear and two small at the front. Painted in blue, ochre, and red with gold highl[...]
Antique Chinese porcelain water or opium pipe. Late 19th century, complete with its mouthpiece. Dimensions: 13 cm high (without the stem) and approximately 10 cm in diameter. In good condition with si[...]
Benin bronze Fon fetish. A powerful voodoo object, it protected from physical and spiritual threats. Placed on a pole at the village entrance, it protected the inhabitants. Early 20th century (45 cm).
Rare electric table lighter "Karl Muller" from the late 19th century, early 20th century.Patent number N.29250. This table lighter is characterized by a walnut wood structure with a mechanism powere[...]
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