This magnificent and extremely rare bronze mold was used for casting molten tin for the handcrafted production of spoons. The set comprises its two original parts (male and female), perfectly fitted, [...]
A rare and unique object, entirely handmade, born from mind of a solitary inventor: a model of multi-level water elevator. This beautiful instrument is supported by a turned walnut frame, above which[...]
Plaster death mask moulded from life, representing the face of an adult.The reverse side is hollow, in accordance with the practice of death masks moulded from the deceased.The mask bears an inscripti[...]
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[...]
Anatomical anatomical model in papier-mâché by Dr. Auzoux. This important polychrome papier-mâché anatomical model represents a human body with detailed highlighting of the muscular system and the mai[...]
Ensemble of 8 natural crystals mounted on turned pedestals - 19th century
Elegant Wunderkammer composition with minerals and natural curiosities, Southern Italy
Eight small naturalistic specimens [...]
19th-century family reliquary, using multiple techniques, preserved in its original frame and under domed glass.The piece combines several decorative processes.The plant decoration (flowers, branches,[...]
Masterpiece of the journeyman carpenter: "Bach, known as Quercy, the friend of the lathe," a curved walnut staircase with double stringers in the French style, shown in plan and semicircle. 19th centu[...]
A collection of seashells for use in a Cabinet of Curiosities, presented in small compartments, each identified by its Latin name on a label. The collection is displayed in a glass-fronted box from th[...]
Mounted Artillery Bridle Bit, Model 1853, Second Empire. Complete with its curb chain. Branches with S-shaped shanks of the so-called "à la Condé" model with brass bosses of two crossed cannons surmou[...]
An important antique gilt bronze cup on a pedestal. The cup features a central, finely modeled, patinated bronze circular medallion signed F. Levillain. The neoclassical scene depicts a woman offering[...]
A curious Marianne figure of the Republic, a very beautiful "self-stabilizing" object that always rights itself. Inscription at the base: "The Republic always rising." Late 19th century work, circa 18[...]
Superb meerschaum pipe bowl with a beautiful patina, nestled in its velvet and leather case, the 14-point stag with its full antlers is a small masterpiece of sculpture. Good condition, nothing broken[...]
A magnificent example of a Victorian lawyer's wig, preserved in its original case. The wig is made from horsehair and is of exceptional quality. It has a label sewn inside that reads "Patentee. Ravens[...]
93 cm high for its base, 69.5 cm for the horn alone, 23.5 cm high for the support by 14 x 14 cm at the base. Beautiful, very decorative set in good overall condition despite damage to the base of one [...]
A beautiful 19th-century patinated plaster death mask with an almost Christ-like face. The man has a half-open mouth and a long scar over his left eye. Dimensions: Height 21 cm. Antique plaster, minor[...]
Pair of blown glass wig balls with chromolithographed decoration fixed under the glass, marbled with painted colors depicting figures, children, birds, animals, and flowers. One bears the name Jean Ba[...]
Memento mori Coffin-shaped boxVery beautiful curiosity from the late 19th century (Victorian period) in blackened woodCoffin shape and purple velvet liningDouble clasp on the sideProbably French or En[...]
Homage to Victor Hugo dated May 22, 1865, this representation of the "Great Man" and Poet Victor Hugo in a bust of a high relief of oval patina, dated and captioned, in its beautiful and rich baroque [...]
Silk weaving. 24.8 x 14.8 cm visible, in a 27.5 x 17.5 cm frame. Top: "Philadelphia International Exhibition". Bottom: "Centennial - Independence - United-States - Memento - Souvenir". Bottom left: "J[...]
Horse-drawn carriage "Victoria", in good used condition except for the unstitched hood corner, complete. Dimensions: Total height with hood unfolded 200 cm, length without shafts 265 cm, arms 140 cm, [...]
Superb miniature Napoleon III sedan chair, in marquetry. Features a rich plant and rocaille decoration characteristic of the second half of the 19th century. This finely crafted piece has a glazed fro[...]
Small sideboard opening with two doors inlaid with mother-of-pearl flower baskets. Masterwork. Height: 36.5 cm, Width: 48.5 cm, Depth: 21 cm. Note: cracked top, missing mother-of-pearl on the doors.
Crafted in finely worked silver, the spurs display an arched body with flat section, engraved with vegetal and floral motifs. The neck, richly decorated with leaf designs, supports a large toothed row[...]
Very pretty erotic scene "at the toilet", 19th century period, in verre églomisé. Dimensions on view: 18 x 18 cmDimensions of the verre églomisé: 7.5 x 5 cmDepicting a young woman of the nobility taki[...]
Large antique royal seal in the French Renaissance style. It is decorated with a crown, a sun, and two trees? Enamel on brass: the body is entirely covered with a black and white enamel floral decorat[...]
Antique nightlight lantern dating from the second half of the 19th century. Painting fixed under glass. Very beautiful object typical of pre-cinema. Gilded brass frame. A plaque with a monkey motif. W[...]
A great object, under its modest appearance: this can opener end of 19th century, (USA?) with this curious and massive cast iron handle, a cross between dolphin and sturgeon, smiling, which is easy to[...]
Two charming mountain landscape paintings, postcard format, these are not sketches, but careful works, executed by a good artist's hand... who has not signed Probably late 19th century or circa 1900..[...]
Very beautiful set of two herbariums from the Napoleon III period. They have blackened wooden frames with a brass surround. Ideal for amateurs and collectors. Their dimensions are 23 cm x 19 cm for th[...]
Rare stamp of a first instance investigating judge with a turned handle in blackened wood dating from the time of Napoleon III. Inscribed on the seal: "Tribunal de 1ère inst. de Chalons (Marne) - Inve[...]
Stamp, seal for the president of the court of appeal sitting in Angers, decorated with the Great Imperial Arms of the Second Empire Napoleon III period Good condition
Two curious professional molds from end of 19th century, galvanic metal, one with a golden patina, the second copper-plated, by bringing them together, we obtain a Renaissance-style heraldic lion in 3[...]
HALLSTROM ESKUSTUNA. exceptional knife from SWEDEN manufacture of ESKILTUNAKNIVAR signature of the master cutler FRIDOLF WALTER 1850-1884 this knife by Fridolf Walter is a representative example of Sw[...]
Antique bronze knocker with a nuanced golden patina. Late 19th century. Representation of a bishop surmounted by a coat of arms. Founder's marks intaglio on the reverse. Dimensions: Length: 15 cm. Wid[...]
Rare complete lot, 6 old entomology boxes with different subjects, vertebrae, fish, insects, seedsAs is, end of the 19th century3 different sizes: small 39 by 26 cm medium 50 by 28 cm large 50 by 31 c[...]
Engraved on all sides and dated 1852 in a shield. A man in profile bust in a floral surround surmounting a particularly successful and precise rosette decoration. On the other side, a woman in her int[...]
Antique patinated bronze sculpture dating from the 1870s. Marianne standing wearing a Phrygian cap. The young woman is depicted holding a rifle, in the style of the work of David D'Angers. At her feet[...]
Superb object, from 19th century, finely chiseled bronze, table bell with a nodling head, featuring a mother cat proudly sitting on a cushion, with her entire family of 3 kittens. Stool has kept cold[...]
Sorry, No Airmail Export for this.Very beautiful object for a pampered child, a model of iron and cast iron stove, like a large one, all doors, grill, oven, ashtray, top of piano are functional, compl[...]
Cameo on shell depicting Poseidon and his trident with a signature on the back. Good general condition, small crack visible through transparency. Dimensions 4.6*3.7 cm.
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