Pair of wrought iron fork locks. 17th century. Pair of wrought iron fasteners, called "fork" because of their shape. This type of piece was used in furniture to secure tables, whether dining tables or[...]
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[...]
Ostrich made from a large natural shell mounted in chiseled and silver-plated brass, glass eyes. Marked on the leg attachment under the shell: BINAZZI – ITALY. Plus the goldsmith's hallmark.
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 [...]
Splendid bronze seal dating back to around the 17th century.
In the depiction, at the bottom there is the Agnus Dei with its banner, surmounted by the chalice with the Eucharist, on which a cross is [...]
Base for anatomical study model in marbled softwood, with legends on handwritten plates on paper applied to the 4 faces of the prism. Late 18th century.
The 4 cards have legends relating to the nervo[...]
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[...]
Rare plaque made for the Coppa Milano Sanremoheld on 17 and 18 May 1930 (as indicated on the coat of arms).It is a historical object linked to the oldest Italian car race,the first edition of the Copp[...]
Period - 1901 Condition - Good condition Measurement - Diameter 12 cm SOLD WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITYIt is possible to pay in installments.On parle français. Wij spreken NederlandsIf you have [...]
Curious box depicting a wooden house Sculpted in the Black Forest style with a bronze fox prowling in front of a trompe l'oeil door. Beautiful decorations on the box including a compass and a set squa[...]
Exceptional medieval bronze coin weight bearing the inscription IHS inlaid in silver.
The letter I is inscribed inside a Templar cross.
All around the Christogram there is a circular decoration of a[...]
Incense burner in brown and gilded patinated bronze in the shape of a cat's head. Resting on 4 feet. Probably Egyptian work, late 19th-early 20th century.
Pair of vintage spurs signed E. Garcia for Eduardo Garcia San Ysidro CaliforniaMetal inlaid with a silver decoration. Object in its original condition, rust and wear of the leather straps.Dimensions w[...]
Vintage silver and steel western bit signed VOGT Steel and silver with engraved decoration. In good condition, used item, needs cleaning at the joints. Dimensions: 20 cm x 15 cm.
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[...]
a woman carved in ivory lying on a wooden table carved with red and gold draperies. her bust opens and reveals the fetus and intestines. the right arm is folded and it is detached
This sterling silver and wood judge's gavel from Tiffany & Co., dating back to the 1960s, is a distinctive piece that embodies both elegance and craftsmanship. Renowned for their luxury items, Tiffany[...]
Humorous system plate "The flower basket" for magic lantern. It is composed of a white wooden frame 10 x 25 cm containing two hand-painted glass plates of diameter 7.5 cm. On the first plate, a young [...]
Cylindrical box "turner's test", 17th-18th century. Cylindrical box decorated with various bands and a lid with a carved star. lid with a carved star. The base bears a series of inscriptions that allu[...]
Ivory chess piece depicting the Raja (the King), carved in the round, kneeling on a square base and wearing his crown. A hole in his right hand for a possible royal attribute? Beautiful shade of ivory[...]
Bruère colorimetric kit, Société des Usines chimiques Rhône-Poulenc, circa 1930. Used for measuring the pH of water. 3 colorimetric scales formed by colored tubes, sealed and unalterable, a compensati[...]
We present together these three plates published for the Bicentenary of the Revolution in 1989. No. 1 The Estates General No. 2 Declaration of the Rights of Man No. 3 Execution of Louis XVI These thre[...]
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[...]
I was told that this educational box came from Finland at the time when children were taught in Russian. So this places us in the past; educational box with a well-detailed bird skeleton, all in Cyril[...]
And I was even told that it was a survivor of the Berlin Olympic Games where Myron's discus thrower had become a symbol in the eyes of Leni Riefenstahl. But nothing proves the accuracy of these statem[...]
Superb 3 cm gem and brilliant aquamarine crystal from the Shigar Valley in Pakistan, perched on a matrix of quartz and albite, surrounded by a bouquet of muscovite. The crystal is perfect, complete an[...]
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[...]
Curious carved wooden box representing a pot of tulips. Good general condition with small losses on the tips of three leaves (see photos). 39 x 32 cm. Width of the pot: 11 cm.
As fascinating as it is bizarre, an ostrich leg mounted on a wooden base, with a small basin on top. An example that can be used simply as a curiosity collection item or as an unusual piece of furnitu[...]
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[...]
Large block of rock crystals mounted on a base (approximately 10 kg) Very decorative and rare in these dimensions. For mineral collection (mineral stone). Dimensions without base 30 cm x 27 cm Weight [...]
Set of 11 educational botanical models of mushrooms, made between the 1960s and 1970s in the Czech Republic. These models, used for teaching mycology in schools and universities, are hand-painted and [...]
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 fac[...]
Very attractive display case on blackened wood stand containing 11 specimens of rhinoceros beetles (dynastinae scarabaeidae).Condition: display case: perfect condition. Specimens: good condition.PHOTO[...]
Very attractive display case on blackened wood stand containing 10 specimens of dragonflies (odonata), some of which have beautiful blue reflections and iridescence. The photos don't do them justice. [...]
An extraordinary set of three glass cases containing two exotic scorpions and a mummified chameleon, perfect for collectors of natural curiosities, entomology enthusiasts and lovers of the unusual.Set[...]
Taxidermic specimen of Chiloscyllium plagiosum, also known as the white-banded bamboo shark. This rare specimen, from the Philippines, dated ca. 1980, is of great interest to collectors, natural histo[...]
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[...]
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