A rare and generous Louis XV Baroque-style marble trinket tray, its creamy white color veined with grey-green (reminiscent of Roquefort cheese), rests on four solid bronze feet. The front features a l[...]
Two fragments of domino paper dating from the mid-18th century, presented in small, later natural wood frames, under glass. Overall dimensions: 17.5 cm x 13 cm. Visible dimensions: 10 cm x 8 cm. Good [...]
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[...]
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[...]
A master clock in stained wood, richly adorned with gilt-bronze iconography of cherubs. The curved and elegantly cut case is decorated with garlands of flowers, medallions of cherubs, and a finely chi[...]
Charming Louis VI style rosewood commode with floral marquetry decoration. It is curved on all sides. The piece is dovetailed, with a mahogany veneer. Bronze mounts. The top is made of Aleppo breccia [...]
Esoteric Crystal ball adorned in its center with a rotating enameled frieze depicting the 12 signs of the zodiac. Set in a richly decorated, finely chiseled and gilded bronze mount in the Rococo style[...]
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 [...]
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[...]
Rare small mastery of a Louis XV style two-drawer chest of drawers, inlaid with rosewood, paired with its bronzes and top in a beautiful red veined marble, from the 19th century stamped A Bel. This ch[...]
Lovely master's chest of drawers in walnut, decorated with inlaid fillets, 3 drawers on the front, one of which is a dummy, the top lifting with a push button, beautiful work, good condition
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[...]
Monkey "Pousse Pousse" pulling an English porcelain container. Painted bronze, wearing a uniform and a hat. He pulls a cart on two wheels inside a porcelain container, representing two different birds[...]
We present this interesting master's chest of drawers, curved in the Louis XV style in solid walnut. Absolutely perfectly in its original condition, a small restoration is to be expected on the centra[...]
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 [...]
Very beautiful little master's cabinet, all pegged, very good condition, its dimensions allow it to be made into a very functional little storage unit, 19th century work
Antique terracotta medallion dating from the early 19th century. French work depicting the profile of Jean Jacques Rousseau. Bas relief measuring 18cm in diameter. Good general condition Jean-Jacques [...]
Remarkable 16cm high stemmed glass, blown in two parts, entirely reworked by wheel to give it this extraordinary inverted pyramid shape at 10 degrees. A fine example of the virtuosity of these worksho[...]
Antique framed polychrome embroidery. Nancy model dating from the end of the 18th century. Needle-painted embroidery depicting a fishing scene. Original glazed frame in gilded wood. Measures 30cm x 24[...]
The madness of a 20th century decorator "bling-bling", expensive restoration of a bidet seat, which became the center of all eyes. The original body was sculpted, which is very rare, he kept this ori[...]
18th-century stamp featuring the great coat of arms of France and the collar of the Holy Roman Empire. The handle is made of turned walnut, with a beautiful patina. The inscription on the stamp reads:[...]
Small wax seal, turned ebony handle, oval silver seal in length, engraved on centre of a beautiful elephant, (with undoubtedly a monkey on its back), and, in a curved band the name: T. Compigne, two f[...]
This rare specimen, of good size, is decorated with black seeds on moss strands, on a creamy white background under domed glass. The copper mount is complete with its attachment. A fine example of the[...]
This rare, large specimen features an iridescent green beetle perched on moss strands, against a creamy white background under domed glass. The copper mount is complete with its clasp. A fine example [...]
Charming Louis XV Miniature Chest of Drawers. Small child's chest of drawers or miniature chest of drawers in blond oak. Very amusing due to its quite charming proportions. It has two drawers on the f[...]
Lovely master chest of drawers in walnut. 18th century Louis XV period. This Alsatian chest of drawers is called (Busch chest of drawers) for its curved belly.
Rare Louis XV master's wardrobe from the end of the 18th century. We often come across master's chests of drawers or diminutives of chests of drawers, but master's wardrobes are much rarer. Our wardro[...]
Rare model with articulated arms and toothed wheel. Complete with their buckles and tongues. Beautiful ironwork on the wheel support. Excellent condition! 18th century period, circa 1770. Dimensions 1[...]
Miniature chest of drawers in marquetry. With two drawers on the front. The top is decorated with veneered wood in a checkerboard pattern. Late 18th century. Width: 30 cm - Height: 23 cm - Depth: 18 c[...]
SleighCarved and polychrome lacquered wood, cast iron.XVIIIthLouis XV periodBeautiful sleigh in carved and polychrome lacquered wood with a Medicis lion figurehead, decorated with scrolls and foliage [...]
wrought iron key about 10 cm long with a drilled shank, an S-shaped bit and a cross-shaped hole, the circular ring with a diameter of 3 cm is drilled in its center and bears the inscriptions "election[...]
Bronze horse bell – Flower and fleur-de-lis decoration Diameter: 5 cm Condition: Good overall condition, with slight deformation due to use and a small loss (see photos). This pretty bronze bell, deco[...]
Beautiful embroidery representing an alliance coat of arms, in a Bérain frame, 18th century period. The alliance coat of arms made in embroidery is mounted in a beautiful Bérain frame from the 18th ce[...]
Beautiful master chest of drawers in plum and walnut veneer, opening with three drawers. This piece of furniture is entirely mounted on softwood, including the drawer recesses. Beautiful original orna[...]
very interesting little Louis XV period walnut chest of drawers. It opens with five models end carved drawers, three of wich are in the belt; They are decorated with bronze pull andles and lock entrie[...]
Engraved silver seal, oval shape, beautiful size, its handle is turned and beaded boxwood, with beautiful old patina.
Central coat of arms, topped with count's crown, surrounded by branches, central [...]
Beautiful thumb seal, silver hallmarked on stirrup, 18th century, base of oval seal decorated with strong gadroons, engraved with one superb coat of arms under count's crown, 3 stars, 1 sheep.
We had[...]
Here is an unusual object, hunting cup, which found a place in rider's pocket on 18th century, to offer toasts, celebrate the catch, without leaving riding.
This one, oval in shape, is ergonomic, lef[...]
Rare pocket lantern from the LOUIS XV period in boxwood and folded paper (a tiny tear in the paper to report) Very few lanterns remain because obviously they caught fire and this type of object was on[...]
Miniature money changer scale box. Period second half of the 18th century. Probably from eastern France or Germany. The box is made of sycamore maple mounted with dovetails. It is very finely painted [...]
High pharmacy vase (31 cm!) for a convent for Order of Minims, founded by St. Francis of Paola, (photo), South Italian manufacture, 19thc, for apothicary reassortiment.
Decoration on front features [...]
Rare and pretty "Trunk" for the obol in the shape of a Louis XV master's chest of drawers, superb original painting. Intended to receive the offering of the faithful. 19th century. Good condition, the[...]
Old bust of the philosopher Voltaire. The character is represented wearing a wig. The bust rests on a patinated bronze base. Very beautiful quality of chiseling. 24.5cm high. Good condition
18th century silver guild coat of arms of the Vaernewyck family (Elsegem) with the Vaernewyck family coat of arms
and the text "laet vaeren nydt".
10 x 12 cm
Very curious little baroque mirror to hang, 18th century, Louis XV-Transition period.Beveled oval glass surrounded by a lively bronze frame.The tin, with mercury, seems to have undergone a circular an[...]
Small low sideboard in solid walnut in the Louis XV style. Some marquetry decorations on the front. It opens with two doors and two drawers. Dates from the beginning of the 19th century and is in good[...]
joli cachet à cire du 18e siècle, manche de buis tourné à belle patine, en forme de champignon, sa base, en argent fileté avec trace de poinçon présente un beau blason ovale profondément gravé, sous[...]
Rare and beautiful walnut master's chest of drawers containing an office-inkwell kit. This small piece of furniture, molded on all sides and with a curved front, is of admirable mastery of lines and i[...]
Charming relaxation cabinet, cabinetmaker's work in scale model, Louis XV style.This little masterpiece made in the 18th century, respecting the manufacturing techniques, the curved facade as well as [...]
A decorative silver element bearing the coat of arms of the city of Geneva (Switzerland) resting on a decoration of leather scrolls and foliage scrolls.
18th s. (or earlier ?)
30 mm x 15 mm poids [...]
Rare corkscrew with wrought iron cage decorated with cut scrolls, the grip also openwork, with its original wick protector. 18th century period. Height 14.7 cm. Good condition.
Festive tumbler, traveling coco water sellers used it, tulip-shaped pewter with gadrooned pedestal, this one richly engraved with a rotating decoration: Large flowers, beautiful girl on horseback carr[...]
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