Quick Description: Rare sandstone sculpture, Memento Mori circa 1750. Likely from a funerary stele, tomb, or similar structure. Presented and mounted in a 19th-century frame with a hanging chain. In e[...]
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[...]
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[...]
An elegant 18th-century wax seal, crafted from solid silver, finely worked and richly decorated. The circular die is engraved with a central shield surmounted by a crown, flanked by two facing heraldi[...]
School project, preparation for a cabinet making master's degree, 18th or 19th century: miniature of one of those large Renaissance chests found on both banks of the Rhine , 17th century. (see last ph[...]
Paesina stone plaque applied to slate in an original frame, Louis XVI period, second half of the 18th century."Paesina stone" is a particular variety of Alberese limestone, found in the Florence area,[...]
MEMENTO MORI – SKULL – VANITYGermany, 18th centuryIvory (CITES provided)H: 3.2 cm – W: 3 cm – D: 4 cm – Weight: 39 gFinely carved ivory skull.In good condition.This memento mori comes with its CITES c[...]
An elegant solid silver wax seal dating from the 18th century, composed of an engraved circular die and a sculpted handle. The die features a coat of arms with three fleurs-de-lis, arranged two and on[...]
This piece asserts itself as an autonomous form, conceived as a work of art in its own right. It does not belong to ornament or adornment, but functions as a sculptural presence, designed to engage di[...]
A wax seal bearing at one end the coat of arms of Denis François Regnard, director of the king's domains, bishopric of Dol-de-Bretagne and Saint-Malo, and at the other a maverick, very likely silver b[...]
From the cabinet of curiosities of a Florentine collector, a pair of warthog tusks mounted on pedestals dating back to the 18th century. Africa has always fascinated explorers, shaping fashions and ex[...]
Large Dutch candlestick, made from folded and rolled brass, decorated with engraving and repoussé work, a 17th-century model documented in historical records. This candlestick is larger than other ear[...]
Antique Butterfield-type sundial. Engraved and signed brass model by Claude Langlois in Paris. Dove motif gnomon. Mid-18th century work, presented in its original shagreen case. Very good condition. C[...]
Superb and rare 18th-century Louis XV period polychrome wooden sleigh. This beautiful sleigh boasts a superb patina and a carved wooden eagle as its figurehead. A very fine, highly decorative, and unc[...]
Miniature architectural element after the 'Loggia deI Lanzi' in Florence. Rare small model in painted wood and stucco with its original patina (with damage and wear). Italian work, late 18th or early [...]
Three different domino paper fragments, dating from approximately the mid-18th century, presented in a later giltwood frame under glass. Dimensions: length 40 cm - height 22 cm. Good overall condition[...]
Two fragments of antique fabric with floral and plant motifs, dating from the 18th or early 19th century, presented in oval giltwood frames with their original glass panes. Dimensions: height 30 cm - [...]
Tobigushi (fireman's accessory) Edo period. Fireman's baton reserved for the command and richly ornamented. Black lacquer with a Kata-bami flower mon of the Fuji-tani clan in gold lacquer. Raden.
Engine-Turned Silver Combination Pomander Whistle.Germany, Augsburg, early 18th century.Height: 5.6 cm.DescriptionA small silver combination device formed in three detachable, engine-turned sections, [...]
Engraved Rock Crystal and Gilt Bronze Casket with Silver Relief Base. Attributed to the workshop of Giovanni Battista Metellino (active Milan, d. circa 1724). Milan, late 17th century. Measurements: 2[...]
Free shipping within mainland France via La Poste or Mondial Relay**************Large hourglass in very finely blown glass, set within three turned natural wood trays connected and held together by th[...]
Spain, second half of the 18th century (around 1760–1800)Silver chiseled and engraved, green stone cabochonLength 21 cm — Weight: 384 gThis exceptional female stirrup in solid silver, intended for lat[...]
Bezoar Stone with Turned Ebonised Wooden Stand, 18th century.Measures 6.9 x 6.8 x 6.6cm.A substantial bezoar stone of rounded form, its surface displaying the characteristic granular, mottled texture [...]
French Boxwood Roller Print with Royal Arms, Hunting Scenes, and Military Emblems.France, 18th century.Measurements: 7.3cm (2 3/4 in.) in length.This intricately carved roller print in boxwood present[...]
Vanitas bronze Italy XVIII sec 5 x 3,5 cm h 4 cm International shipping UPS DHL DPD Payment accepted bank transfer or paypalPlease contact me for any further information
Beautiful small turned wooden handle in shape of a mushroom, set in a silver seal base, thick threaded ferrule, thick oval seal engraved ofa coat of arms under a Marquis's coronet, flanked by two unic[...]
on 18th century, powders were of varying quality and its power depending on their manufacture, and so a "powder test tube" like this one was used to test them. Fitted in a blackened wood with sides, w[...]
Remarkable Herbarium from 1774 in a 4mo format in a sober vellum binding, pink silk ribbon closure, painted title and bookplate of Mr Abram, Curé of Coursan, carefully executed the well-preserved plan[...]
Nice padlock, simple in appearance, two identical faces closed by 4 solid rivets. The key, superb, small, with a cross-shaped shank, bit with open holes, its base finely turned with 3 rings, its oval [...]
Very fine silver applique with a head of Medusa (Gorgon). Silver. 18th century.
31 x 26 x 5 mm.
4.36 g. The head of Medusa, called "gorgonéion" (Γοργόνειον) in Greek, has a prophylactic function.
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Elegant small master's chest of drawers
with a pronounced curve on the front and sides, opening with three
rows of drawers.
It is entirely inlaid with violet wood
cut in a "butterfly wing" pattern[...]
Half coconut carved with an enigmatic motif, representing a curious scene grouping 3 characters A woman in court dress with a wide neckline, a young man in a frock coat half lying down, and under a tr[...]
Large armorial family tree of Maria Clara von Staal's ancestors, dating back to her sixteen great-great-grandparents. June 30, 1764.Assembly of four sheets of parchment (93 x 87 cm). Two red wax seals[...]
Antique nativity scene character statuette, character in oriental dress with turban playing with a monkey, rare group of fine workmanship made of ceramic, wood and canvas, work of the 18th century mas[...]
Double bitted key with a heart-shaped sliding handle, which allows the user to select the bit corresponding to the keyhole.
The object is in good condition, with slight traces of rust.
Dimen[...]
This rare portable apothecary's chest perfectly illustrates the ingenuity and refinement of 18th-century French cabinetmakers. Designed to contain remedies and medical instruments, it is the ancestor [...]
Rock crystal swivel seal with three sides engraved with a coat of arms and a monogram and a motto: "my hope is immortal". in the center of which is a figure holding an anchor.The stirrup mount is made[...]
In an unknown language, with calligraphy from elsewhere, my young child's eyes widened before these bundles of secrets... I had just read Peter Pan by Loisel and I still remembered the comical scenes [...]
This type of wallet was made by Monsieur Leprince de Beaufond rue des Deux Écus in Paris around 1785. This invention by Abbé Boissier was rewarded by the Paris emulation society in 1778. Then prior to[...]
Small Round snuffbox with a painted decoration on the lid of a landscape with a river carrying a boat with 3 people. In the foreground, 2 people a man and a child, are standing on the bank in front [...]
Free shipping for mainland France via La Poste or Mondial Relay**************Large corporate tin mug of the city's tailors or weavers, truncated cone-shaped with an octagonal section and a flared base[...]
Two beautiful medallions, popular bronze cast, to serve French revolutionary propaganda, circa 1793, and to serve in memory of two deputies loved by the people, Marat, and Le Pelletier, both died in 1[...]
Mother-of-pearl plaque with engraved decoration of revolutionary symbols in perfect condition, late 18th century period. Contact us for more information.
Porcelain Memento Mori Skull.Germany or France, second half of the 18th century.Measurements: 3.5 × 3.2 × 2.8 cm.Material: White porcelain.A finely modelled small skull in hard-paste white porcelain, [...]
Powder flask or gourd formed from a finely carved coconut decorated with trophies, ship's facade, anchor and various figures, metal or silver hoop and chains. Sailor's or convict's work, late 18th cen[...]
Here is an 18th century slate plaque, it bears engraved names of donors. It is authentic and old. We have attached a short explanatory text. This stone was found on rue d'Alger in Nantes after the bom[...]
[FRENCH REVOLUTION]. [CULT OF REASON]. Revolutionary “Paradise” with the goddess of Reason. Nevers, ca 1793 -1794. Frame dimensions: 34.5 x 25 cm. Small losses of gilding, bottom of the frame reglued,[...]
Very beautiful goldsmith work for this solid silver Amazon stirrup. South American work from the 18th century. The attachment must be missing. Weight: 288 gr Dimensions: Length: 20.5 cm Width: 7.9 cm
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