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Rare Lot Of Five Old Dioramas Of Insects, Entomology Circa 1940 / Cabinet Curiosities

Quick description Rare set of five old insect dioramas, entomology circa 1940. Very beautifully made German creations, teeming with details. Labels "Dr Schlüter & Dr Mass Naturwissenschaft Anstalt[...]

Period: 20th century

600 €

Objet De Curiosités : Entomology : Exploded Beauchêne Callipogon Barbatus Maison Deyrolle

Objet de curiosités: magnificent exploded Beauchêne of a Callipogon barbatus from Maison Deyrolle. Presented in the original glass case with double plates: "Maison Deyrolle depuis 1831" and "Callipogo[...]

Period: 20th century

2 000 €

Chamoix Head On Crest

Old taxidermy of a chamoix head with withers mounted on an oak escutcheon. Naturalization of very good quality is in perfect state of conservation. Length 52 cm depth 36 cm width 19 cm

Period: 20th century

180 €

Moorhen

Old taxidermy of a moorhen placed natural on a block of cork. Naturalization is very well preserved. Twentieth century. Very good state. Height: 28 cm Width: 25 cm Depth: 19 cm

Period: 20th century

130 €

Oryx Massacre

Oryx horn massacre. Total height with crest: 113 cm Height of horns: 82 cm Distance between horns: 44 cm

Period: 20th century

350 €

Elk Antler "alces" Or Caribou, Large Hunting Trophy (160 Cm), Taxidermy, Ca 1950

Important hunting trophy, elk antler 160 cm wide, 103 cm high, very decorative and impressive. In good condition (curiosity object, taxidermy). Period: Around 1950. Dimensions (H x W x D): 103 x [...]

Period: 20th century

1 750 €

Naturalized Sturgeon

Old naturalization of a sturgeon mounted on a wooden pedestal, all arranged in a contemporary wood and glass display case. display case dimensions: width: 23 cm depth: 11.5 cm height: 15 cm sturgeon: [...]

Period: 20th century

160 €

Master Furniture. Buffet In Miniature.

Low miniature sideboard, master, molded regional type, with two doors. Good condition. Width 31, length 52, Height 35cm. - This item is for immediate purchase, payable by Paypal, we also accept ban[...]

Period: 20th century

370 €
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Cabinet Of Curiosities: Stainless Steel Medical Instruments

Ideal for starting a cabinet of curiosities at a low price: Vintage stainless steel medical instruments from the late 1970s, 1980s and 1990s from various brands: ‘france inox’, ‘medimex’, ‘lepine’, ‘g[...]

Period: 20th century

80 €

Artist's Mannequin

We present for sale this articulated mannequin of exceptional size and superb patina. These mannequins were used by sculptors and painters for the attitudes to give to the characters of their creation[...]

Period: 20th century

250 €

Naturalized Fox Head

Superb and old taxidermy of a fox head remaining in very good condition and well stocked with hair. Mounted on an oak escutcheon. First half of the 20th century. Height of the crest: 35 cm Width of th[...]

Period: 20th century

280 €

Deer Massacres

600€ each massacre of deer mounted on “black forest” badges.

Period: 20th century

600 €

“romanov” Plate

A porcelain plate with the arms of the Romanovs (imperial double-headed eagle). Offered by Admiral Komanritsine to Mr. À.Roullier. Diameter 17.5 centimeters.

Period: 20th century

245 €

Fire Lance

Bronze and copper fire lance. Period 1st half of the 20th century.

Period: 20th century

120 €

Masticatory

Signed HC[ie] CARRIER Patented [Belgium], c. 1910, steel, guilloché handles. Pincer scissors for chopping food on the plate, intended for people with dental problems. The blades are triple and fit int[...]

Period: 20th century

80 €

Tortoiseshell Travel Mustache Comb And Brush Accompanied By Their Leather Case

To take good care of your facial hair while traveling, here is a small tortoiseshell comb and mustache brush kit in its small fawn leather case from the beginning of the 20th century. Note the wear of[...]

Period: 20th century

120 €
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Objects Of Curiosity: Entomological Display Case Of Various Butterflies.

Entomological glass case with a collection of Lepidoptera in the style of the Boubée or Deyrolle showcases. Condition: sold as is. Some butterflies are missing (wingtips, antennae or abdomens). PH[...]

Period: 20th century

190 €

Franklin Mint Box 100 Mini Silver Bars Collectible Cars

WOODEN PRESENTATION BOX OF A SET OF SILVER INGOTS, ENTITLED “A HUNDRED YEARS OF AUTOMOTIVE HISTORY” BY FRANKLIN MINT, produced in 1976 for the French market, including 100 silver bars measuring 925/10[...]

Period: 20th century

590 €

Objet De Curiosités: Medicine: Galalith Sonotone

Telescopic acoustic horn, also known as sonotone. Antique object in galalith imitating tortoiseshell. It consists of 3 parts plus the earpiece. Condition: very good. THE PICTURES ARE PART OF THE D[...]

Period: 20th century

480 €

Articulated Leg Prosthesis With Foot

Signed "MD | Proteor" [France], Circa 1930-1950, Leather, metal, rope. The upper part is in leather, metal ball joint and metal leg painted flesh color, wooden foot covered in turned leather. A brand [...]

Period: 20th century

350 €

Coffret Recouvert De Coquillages Et De Corail

Splendid box covered with shells and coral branches, rich decor highlighted by the red of the coral, early 20th century, seaside work (Naples Italy??), certainly the box has some gaps but it is absolu[...]

Period: 20th century

160 €
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6 Enameled Danger Signs

A lovely collection of 6 rectangular enameled danger signs with white letters on a red surface, formerly hung on wooden electricity poles, in very good used condition, England 1930 (may possibly be so[...]

Period: 20th century

330 €

The Pulsoconn Of Dr. Macaura

"Dr MAUCAURA'S / Patent / No. 13932 - British Apparatus Manufacturing Company" [Leeds - United Kingdom], c. 1905-1910, chrome-plated metal body, wooden handle and crank, 1 rubber tip. Vibration massag[...]

Period: 20th century

300 €

Cut Or Slice Of Petrified, Fossilized Wood, On Its Support

Magnificent bowl of petrified wood mounted on a base. Estimated period: Neogene - Miocene (20.44-23.03 million years ago. Petrified wood is a mineralized piece of a fallen tree and covered with a laye[...]

Period: 20th century

320 €
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Decoration Parade Shield

Reproduction Parade Shield of the French King Henry II (1519-1559) representing a battle scene in the center. On the back, at the top, there is a fixing so that it can be hung on the wall. Good cond[...]

Period: 20th century

950 €
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Iron And Brass Insect Series

Series of three insects in welded iron and brass composed of a praying mantis and two flies; Praying mantis: H 19 cm L 21 cm Flies: L 7 and 6 cm Ideal for a cabinet of curiosities.

Period: 20th century

360 €

Women's Bronze Ankle Boot. Mid 20th Century.

Bronze woman's ankle boot that can be used as a brush pot or vase. Object of curiosity mid 20th century.Good condition. Height: 24 cmLength: 23 cmTop diameter: 11 cmHeel height: 6 cm

Period: 20th century

160 €
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Curious Clavagelle Shell, Tubular Bivalve – Marine Curiosity And Naturalia

Very curious and rare example of a Clavagelle, tubular bivalve mollusk Aspergillum vaginiferum (Lamarck, 1818). There is little about them, and very rarely encountered in collections. This bivalve is [...]

Period: 20th century

180 €

Pub Deco Bar Bottle Methuselah 6litres Factice Champagne Veuve Pommery 1969

Large dummy bottle (60 cm) (empty) of Champagne Veuve Pommery Reims with its shipping box. In good general condition (some slight aluminum missing). Originally used by a wine and spirits merchant for [...]

Period: 20th century

150 €

Carved Mother-of-pearl Shell

A mother-of-pearl shell carved in relief from the beginning of the 20th century representing a shrimp fisherman 17 x 18.5 cm

Period: 20th century

150 €
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Naturalized Butterflies Taxidermy Box

GLASS BOX INCLUDING 9 NATURALIZED BUTTERFLIES BOX DIM: 40.5 x 30.5 CM

Period: 20th century

80 €

Carriage For Pony, Donkey Or Mule

Carriage for pony, donkey or mule, with its harness and other equipment, dating from the beginning of the 20th century (around 1900).

Period: 20th century

600 €

Scarlet Ibis

Naturalized scarlet ibis. Modern taxidermy. Beautiful specimen

Period: 20th century

1 480 €

Miniature Hat Sample Representative Of The “selection” Brand

Very classic shape in ivory-colored waterproofed felt and three turns of braided cord instead of the usual braid. The headband is signed "Selection". The hat rack is made of turned wood painted black [...]

Period: 20th century

140 €
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J.tonelli - Calendar, France 1950s

Calendar signed J.TONELLI  France 1950 Dimensions:  Height: 48 cm Width: 31.5 cm 

Period: 20th century

600 €

Set Of 12 Collectible Shells

Set of 12 collectible shells of various origins, presented in an oval 19th century beech wood box, which can help to enrich a cabinet of curiosities. The shells are all in very good condition, and the[...]

Period: 20th century

260 €

Set Of Butterflies Under Globe (taxidermy - Large Format)

Set of several butterflies under globe. They are visible separately on other advertisements on the site.

Period: 20th century

1 800 €

Old Sewing: Store Presentation Cardboard With Six Scissors In Various Styles

Signed Egonmonitor, the velvety paper presentation box indicates that these scissors are made of "hardened steel" and "chrome-plated magnets", first half of the 20th century Shipping to France and [...]

Period: 20th century

75 €
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Decorated Coco De Mer, Object Of Curiosity

Coming from the island of Praslin in the Seychelles, this so-called “coconut” seed is endemic to this island. It has a beautiful patina and numerous marine decorations such as carved shells, pearls...[...]

Period: 20th century

570 €

Taxidermy Of A Jay

Old taxidermy of a jay mounted on a section of wood and wooden base. Presented under a Napoleon III glass bell. height of the jay 30 cm width of the jay 21 cm height with the bell 47 cm.

Period: 20th century

250 €

Human Skull

Life-size human skull in patinated plaster with ink inscriptions. Articulated mandibles with spring presented on original black wooden base with labels. Educational object from eastern countries. Arou[...]

Period: 20th century

450 €

Taxidermy, Cape Eland

Taxidermy, very large Cape eland (taurotragus oryx) height 145, in good state of conservation, the ears a little damaged but not really serious, import papers in France from 1996.

Period: 20th century

850 €

Enigmatic Model From The 70s

Pay attention to this handsome boy, dressed and ready to show off the latest fashion from the 70s in the window, movable wooden arms, mounted on a flat iron plate, very good and robust condition, all [...]

Period: 20th century

450 €

Place Alexandre Dumas - 3rd Stop Old Enameled Sheet Metal Street Sign City Of Lille

Place ALEXANDRE DUMAS - 3rd ARRt. Old street sign in thick enameled sheet metal with small edges 300 x 500 mm. Fixing holes in the 4 corners + 3 small holes around the 3rd arrondissement (perhaps l[...]

Period: 20th century

300 €
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Banania Advertising Bust In Resin

Banania resin advertising bust 20th very good condition

Period: 20th century

250 €

Coco Fesse Praslin

Coco Fesse en parfait état, non polie poids 4kg

Period: 20th century

750 €

Butterflies Under Globe (taxidermy - Large Format)

Large composition of 9 butterflies (4 Phoebis Rurina from Peru and 5 Papillio Ulysses from Papua), under a Napoleon III globe. Different globes are visible on other listings.

Period: 20th century

700 €

Herbarium Of Louis De Corcelles (100 Plates)

Herbarium containing 112 plates made up of 4 collections. The plants were picked in eastern France (Jura-Alpes-Switzerland), around Paris and also in Normandy.

Period: 20th century

450 €

Object Of Curiosity Circa 1900 - Part Of Human Mandible In Galalith Or Bakelite

Object Of Curiosity Circa 1900 - Part Of Human Mandible In Galalith Or Bakelite This model represents the right half of the mandible and allows a very clear demonstration of diseased teeth, caries whi[...]

Period: 20th century

350 €
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Pair Of Spur In Sterling Silver

Pair of solid silver spurs of South American origin. The spurs are made up of two U-shaped branches and end in a toothed wheel. The ends are hand-shaped. The ending in which the wheel is located rep[...]

Period: 20th century

1 150 €

Old Entomology Box Butterflies Collection

CABINET OF CURIOSITIES Box of naturalized butterflies (Box on glass) 39 x 26 cm

Period: 20th century

150 €

Old Entomology Box Butterflies Collection

CABINET OF CURIOSITIES Box of naturalized butterflies (Box on glass) 39 x 26 cm

Period: 20th century

150 €

Pair Of Pate De Biches Candlesticks

Superb pair of candlesticks representing deer legs in silver metal frame, very original for delivery costs, contact me

Period: 20th century

280 €
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Minerals Important Geode Quartz Amethyst 10 Kg Approximately Collection

Mineral and stone collection An important amethyst geode with pink highlights Weight: approximately 10 kg Acquisition in a collection around 1960 Dimensions: 34 x 20 x 19 cm Good condition Collection [...]

Period: 20th century

850 €
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Vintage Display Case, Museum Educational Model, Hemp Fibers, Bulgaria, 1960s-70s

Large vintage educational display case on the processing of the fibers of the hemp plant, model from Sofia, Bulgaria from the 1960s/70s in excellent condition (the dust present is inside the case, a n[...]

Period: 20th century

140 €
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The Wild Boar Has All Its Teeth

Hunting trophy or educational object from the beginning of the 20th century. I opted for the natural science class where during object lessons, the teacher had (sometimes) observe and manipulate the o[...]

Period: 20th century

365 €
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Bastet....osteology Doree

Too bad it's not the real skull of Bastet, ....... nevertheless, the one who painted this real cat's skull with fine gold, really had the intention of deifying it... .even though 'afterwards he protec[...]

Period: 20th century

235 €
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A Little Bit Of Naughty Osteology

My title may make you smile but I do not claim to know the genre of my subject. I have in front of me a beautiful pig's skull (pig), wild, certainly, since it has lost two teeth, in God only knows, wh[...]

Period: 20th century

365 €
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Stuffed Deer Head

Deer head stuffed and attached to a brown wooden escutcheon. Hunting trophy. On the back, there is a fixing so that it can be hung on the wall. Good condition. 20th century work. Dimensions - W[...]

Period: 20th century

120 €
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Hunting Trophy Massacre Horns African Antelope Hartebeest Major Africa 20th

Hunting trophy presenting the massacre of an African antelope (Hartebeest most certainly Bubale Major) with its horns, with its wooden crest, vintage 20th century. This trophy is in good general condi[...]

Period: 20th century

280 €

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