Beautiful entomological composition comprising three antique frames in blackened molded wood, each protected by original curved glass. This collection presents a beautiful set of exotic and European b[...]
Thickness compasses mainly used by turners. This self-made model at a certain position takes on an erotic character quite sought after by its owner. Beautiful work of execution from the end of the 19t[...]
Important old table bell representing a bear in bronze and coconut. Simply raise and lower the tail to make it ring. Length 18.5 cm Width 11 cm Height 11 cm Weight 1460 grams
Original curiosity object. Belonging to a nobility, probably French. Beautiful cut of the tooth. Good general condition. Dimensions : 8 x 5.6 cmthickness: 1.3 cm
Framed copper plate. Coat of arms of the Gouyon-Matignon family. Gold and silver highlights. Signed and dated lower right. A. Briend, aqu. 1882. Alfred Briend, Breton engraver and etcher (Born in Mati[...]
Curious men's ring in silver-plated bronze representing a devil's or Satan's head. On the side, an engraved wing and a date 1874. Probably worn on a glove. Good condition with wear to the silver plati[...]
Large hunting trophy showing a deer slaughter (its skull with its horns/antlers), hunting souvenirs, presented on a wooden shield, from the late 19th century. This trophy is in good general condition.[...]
An anthropomorphic wooden nutcracker, in the image of Otto Von Bismarck (1815-1898), first Federal Chancellor of Germany from 1870 to 1890, or of Georges Clémenceau (1841-1929), nicknamed the father o[...]
Circus horse (or baby elephant) parade helmet, 19th century, brass-studded leather. Very nice patina. 2 brass inserts missing on the front (see photo). Missing right strap to attach the bit. Object of[...]
Short hunting dart made of bamboo, deer leg, horn and brass. It was used during short hunting to finish off game on the ground. Mounted on brass and bamboo. Length 64 cm. Blade length 28 cm.
19th centuryModel of the Milan CathedralCarved and perforated wood, cm 100 x 132 x 78 Equipped with internal lighting system The image shows an elaborate wooden model of the Milan Cathedral. The model[...]
Small carved wooden statuette representing a monk in the form of a phallus. Erotica, Curiosa, folk art, 19th century. Good condition. 9.5cm high, approximately 4cm in diameter. Shipping costs included[...]
Seal matrix made to "seal" the marquisal marriage of two noble families. The seal is made of steel and has been preserved along with a beautiful fragment of the Japanese lacquer wax stick used by the[...]
Fifteen medallions with profile portraits. Hardwood, metal. 19th century. Set of tondos with a suspension ring featuring profile portraits of historical figures on the front and an inscription and num[...]
A highly unusual Napoleonic prisoner-of-war carved horn and bone scent bottle in an ornate straw work Casket, late 18th/early 19th century, c.1800, the scent bottle carved as a phallus, Measurements: [...]
Lithophany 1532-52 circled in brass with attachmentThe game of skittlesDimension: 10x 12 cmA lithophanie is a thin ceramic plate with a relief whose thickness varies from 1.5 to 4 mm. The porcelain is[...]
Extraordinary miniature model of the Leaning Tower of Pisa from the Wunderkammer of the Grand Tour. Made of wood, with bells and railings in gilded brass and in good condition.Italian artefact from th[...]
Superb and rare Polyphon music box with bells – Model 71GThis delightful Polyphon music box, Model 71G, plays music using specially designed 24.5 cm green discs. The mechanism is ratchet-type, and the[...]
Large marble marquetry ruler. 19th century. Souvenir of the Grand Tour. In soft, predominantly pastel tones, the two ends are bevelled, one end is slightly chipped, with tiny chips. Very good overall [...]
Free shipping for mainland France***************SICK BOTTLE called "Canard", pewter pomiform, with long tubular spout, acorn lid and molded handle. Hallmark of A. LAVEUR, active before 1892: initials [...]
Pair of stirrups. Silver, wood, metal. South America, 19th century. Pair of carved wooden stirrups, decorated with silver appliqués of their own color on the corners, top, and sides. They do not bear [...]
Rare 32-sided polyhedron, an icosidodecahedron, in red marble, ideal for a cabinet of curiosities, a beautiful master object, diameter approximately 10 cm, height approximately 9 cm, the viron being a[...]
This beautiful embroidery accessory to be fixed on the edge of the work table is entirely carved with a scene of Chinese characters in a garden, and a medallion of interlacing flowers and foliage. The[...]
XIXth opening with a lid (missing the key and hinges). The bottom of the lid is decorated with an old mirror framed with two-coloured straw marquetry nets.The lid is in laid with a port scene and requ[...]
A carpenter's masterpiece in blond oak, assembled with dowels, depicting a medieval half-timbered house. The ground floor is parqueted in a checkerboard pattern. Very good overall condition, despite a[...]
Round painted lacquer box depicting a memento mori, accompanied by Latin inscriptions. On the left, a young male figure is depicted (FUI – I have been), in the center, a portrait of an adult (SUM – I [...]
Superb rural postman's occupational plaque from the Cira postal administration, 1870, made of stamped copper. This type of plaque was worn by postmen on the leather strap of their mailbag. Its obverse[...]
Memento Mori in horn representing a skull surmounted by a snake eating a toad. Dimensions: height 5 cm x depth 4.3 cm x width 3.5 cm. Japan made at the end of the 19th century.
Six-pointed star, rounded tips, engraved SHERIFF, blackened intaglio engraving. The authentic cowboy sheriff's star, rare in silver, very good condition.
Scottish silver two-part decanting funnel. It weighs 100 g. With 3 buttresses to allow air to enter the bottle. Silversmith is Adam Edmunston III in Edinburg, early 19th century.
Small bust representing a Roman emperor crowned with laurel, made of agate finely carved in relief and in the round. The silver mount retains its original antique patina, never cleaned, revealing in p[...]
Miniature bust in chased yellow gold, probably representing a prelate or an ecclesiastical notable. The lower part is adorned with a fine belt of Princess-cut rubies (two missing). It rests on a pedes[...]
Pair of painted natural mother-of-pearl (shells) depicting a fishing couple at low tide. Bottom right "Le Tréport".This is a souvenir of a French seaside trip. Late 19th, early 20th century. Dimension[...]
Antique: This is an authentic antique piece, originating from the Victorian era, adding historical value and charm to this unique item.Hallmark: The pendant is hallmarked, confirming its authenticity [...]
Carved corozo nut case decorated with
flowers and leaves for storing small sewing equipment (‘cousette’).
The head
unscrews to give access to a thin inner case for the needles.
A superb
piece[...]
Pair of masterpieces by a stonemason companion made of limestone. These are two limestone stones cut with regular geometric patterns. This type of stone is sometimes found at the top of entrance pilla[...]
Fascinating Memento Mori in Horn, dated late 19th century and originating from a private German collection. This unique piece represents Janus Bifrons, featuring a skull on one side and a man's face [...]
Two educational botanical models of mushrooms, hand-made in polychrome papier-mâché and mounted on black wooden bases. These models come from an old Austrian school, as indicated by the original label[...]
2-Tune Music Box. On the upper part of the box, a baroque genre scene is painted representing card players in a tavern. Probably Swiss work. Circa 1850. Charming collector's music box. Measurements: 9[...]
Rare bronze midday cannon with brown patina from the first half of the 19th century. Sundial engraved in a ring around the column, which is unusual. Missing the magnifying glass. Good condition and be[...]
John Meek Victorian 1847 Hallmarked Silver Detailed Horn Hunting Bugle Condition: Beautiful as pictured. No chips cracks or any restoration. This is a very nice example with no faults or any issues.
Small lead cannon on its wooden carriage. 19th century in the 17th century style. Condition: some signs of wear. Dimensions: Length of carriage: 21 cm, length of barrel: 9.5 cm x H 13 cm x W 7.7 cm.
Composition of 3 naturalized birds presented under a globe. The birds are presented on tree branches resting on a piece of wood. One of the birds has its wings spread, the other 2 have a resting postu[...]
Lithophany signed LITHOPHANIE FRANCAISE PARISDimension: 10x 12 cmYoung woman in a toga breathing in the scent of a lily among the flowersA lithophanie is a thin ceramic plate with a relief whose thick[...]
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