Music box made in Switzerland by Nicole Frères in 1852. The wooden box is decorated with marquetry of various exotic woods on the lid, a symmetrical cartouche in lemon wood in the center and borders o[...]
Curious object, more than that you die… It is a cast iron nutcracker, formed of two tibias and a very useful skull this time. Object that I suspect dates from the beginning of the 20th century, which [...]
19th Century Curiosity Object Straw and Hair Work Allegory of Music Very beautiful piece Napoleon III period Gilded wood frame, under glass Signed Gérard FEDT
Beautiful presentation of 13 plaster cameos, old intaglio casts. Italian work, souvenir of the Grand Tour. The cameos are arranged on a red silk velvet background, each with its fine gold cardboard su[...]
A real and pretty "Curiosity", a beautiful decorative object and quite representative of the romanticism in vogue in the 19th century, especially under Napoleon III where the "Troubadour" style was ve[...]
Former monument to the glory of Queen Marie Antoinette and her son Louis Charles of France. Bust of the sovereign in natural biscuit, enthroned on a column of red Flanders marble. At the base of the c[...]
Free shipping for mainland France via La Poste or Mondial Relay**********Pomiform pewter CANARD of sick person with long tubular spout with beveled end, nippled lid topped with an acorn and handle wit[...]
Tibet, late 19th century, large and superb vajra in lacquered and gilded bronze. The sculpture is particularly elaborate, especially on the heads of "makara" water dragons above the four points. This [...]
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
A real curiosity that this price advertisement on the back of the presentation of models in oval medallion of works in hairx of the Napoleon III period In its original frame in molded baguette lacquer[...]
Large skeleton of the red Gorgonian sea coral Paramuricea Clavata from the early 20th century Framed in a recent frame with a red satin background Gorgonian with its foot and other corals placed on it[...]
200 euros each.These 7 seals are engraved with family coats of arms, charm seals which could be worn suspended from a chatelaine.Of course, these seals can be sold individually at the price of 200 € [...]
Pretty flat-bottomed goblet, slightly truncated, blown glass and cut on sides, gold decoration engraved with needle istyle Louis XVI of a woman in gardens. Its sheepskin case, which holds it perfectly[...]
New collection of OLD PHARMACY JARS from the 19th and 20th centuries in decorated porcelain and some glass. Detailed photos and prices on request, LARGE CHOICE. Packaging and shipping possible in m[...]
Interesting quest dish or reflector, with central navel, and addition of a pewter Binet in the 18th or 19th century. Beautiful radiant decoration of stylized flowers, or flames. Brass, very good condi[...]
China, Qing dynasty, Second half of the 18th century, superb fibula (belt attachment) in partially crusted bronze, decorated at the top with a dragon's head coiled on its main part. On the back, a cir[...]
Jar containing shrimps preserved in a solution of salt and water, from Spain. Ideal piece for collectors, marine biology enthusiasts, or as a decorative element in a Wunderkammer.
Item details:
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Haute Epoque
Complete facade of a small Gothic chest, circa 1500,
consisting of 3 panels, including the 2 on the sides with windows.
Very beautiful earthy / gray patina from Renaissance period
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For sale is an authentic fossil Woolly Mammoth molar (Mammuthus primigenius), an exceptional piece of natural history dating back to the Ice Age. This fossil is a perfect example of this species' adap[...]
Chinese astrology box. Very fine decorated with a Phoenix and a Dragon. The instrument is in good condition. Complete with key. Measures: 14x 14 cm. Weight: 475gram. Around 1930. Very good condition w[...]
Clay molds for pipes or white clay that once assembled can receive the icing sugar, which will fill the spaces. When unmolding, you will have a beautiful collection of eggs, hens and chicks that we ca[...]
Rare Restoration period (first half of the 19th century) telescopic theatre telescope in brass covered with red leather. Good condition, with its original optics. Dimensions: open 7 cm, closed 3 cm, m[...]
CHARIVARI PENDANT
Bavaria, Germany
Late 18th - early 19th century
Rodent taxidermy, copper and gilt metal
H. 5.2; L 3 cm
The Charivari is an ornamental accessory worn by men and women in tr[...]
Gallia production Christofle: bottle opener with the image of the emperor On the back decorations with the imperial crown and the bee Dimensions: H 8 X 5
These two silver tastevins of the Bordeaux model with umbilicus are identical and they rest on a large gadrooned frame on which appear the control and goldsmith's hallmarks. They are identical and ver[...]
Table Pistol Lighter :Rare and original, this flint table lighter uses a fire stone and a tinder wick as fuel, recalling the aesthetics and operation of ancient weapons.Its walnut stock with rounded c[...]
A scale model in patina plaster of the iguanodon made by the sculptor Benjamin Water House Hawkins under the direction of the paleontologist Richard Owem. History: the dinosaurs from which this iguano[...]
Red brothel lamp in the shape of a spider, wrought iron, France circa 1920.
If the light is on, it means that the establishment is open and welcoming customers, if it is off it means that the house i[...]
Free shipping for mainland France via La Poste or Mondial Relay******************************************Rare pewter oil CLOCK, with pedestal with a scalloped base in a bowl, cylindrical barrel, burne[...]
Rare and exceptional caricature of Georges CLEMENCEAU nicknamed THE TIGER when he became the 1st cop in France as he liked to say himself. This object is made of cardboard covered with fabric imitatin[...]
Botanical Model of a Wild Rose (Rosa canina) by Reinhold Brendel.
Papier-mâché and wood.
Germany.
ca. 1900.
h. 18,11 in.
Botanical model of a Rosa canina, or dog rose, wild variant of the commo[...]
Here are three beautiful Juglans nuts finely hand-carved, representing Luohan monks hidden in a decor of flowers and leaves.
In the middle of one of these nuts, a dragon and a cat are hidden. One of [...]
Very pretty cover for a dance card or a menu, or other use. The core, probably cardboard is covered on the outside with an old Chinese silk, 19th century in my opinion. Red background with floral bord[...]
Botanical Model of a Lilac Flower (Syringa vulgaris) by Robert Brendel.
Papier-mâché, wood.
Germany.
ca. 1890.
h. 17,7 in.
Botanical model of a lilac flower (Syringa vulgaris), created around 1[...]
This flint lighter with an iron mechanism on a brass trim finely engraved with an animal motif, and a reserve in which one can keep a spare stone and tinder and which opens by gently pulling on the ca[...]
Beautiful object, precious polished steel necklace threaded of oval meshs, like so many fine stones, unengraved central plate with gilded cartouche, drum clasp and small key, 3-hole adjustment, manufa[...]
Here is an old Habsburg double-headed sign, beautifully decorated with two wrought iron swords, a very fine floral outline. A rare piece, a symbol of nobility and power, ideal for discerning collector[...]
Erotic Pendant of an Adored Phallus
19th century European work
Gilt bronze
H. 6.5 ; L. 6 cm
A composite pendant consisting of the lower part of a gilded bronze crucifix or stoup depicting two[...]
Très beau corail rouge type bambou et concrétion naturelle blanche beige montés sur bronze doré à l'or fin style Louis XV avec magnifiques entrelacs de feuilles d'acanthes, ciselées et polies.Socle m[...]
Très beau coquillage et concrétion naturelle blanche montes sur bronze doré à l'or fin style Louis XV et aux feuilles d'acanthes, ciselées et polies.Socle marbre griotte des Alpes . Cet ensemble a été[...]
Master's lock in wrought iron, chiseled, engraved, openwork,
France, 17th century.
With its key With dolphins the key has a hollow third-point shank and engages in the rotating barrel of the lock wh[...]
Very large sea gorgonian mounted on a painted wooden base. Good condition. Total height with base: 91 cm The gorgonian alone measures 62 cm wide by 60 cm high
Gorgeous 2.5 cm aquamarine crystal from the Shigar valley in Pakistan, perched on a quartz and albite matrix with some muscovite
The crystal is perfect, complete and ideally placed which gives the [...]
Engraved message case, 19th centuryBeautiful period object, this cylindrical case is composed of a meticulously engraved wooden body, illustrating scenes of life, landscapes, symbolic objects, houses,[...]
This type of object is becoming rare: funeral medallion whose subject in fixed coaster represents two joined hands. The symbolism of the two hands coming together refers to a bond of friendship, filia[...]
Flint lighter Venetian type from the 16th century, in wrought iron and oval in shape, the 2 sides form soles to be struck with the stone to obtain the sparks, the interior of the oval is in iron filig[...]
Beautiful erotic bronze plaque from the end of the 19th century: the hussars.
Dimensions:
18.5 cm long by 13 cm high.
We deliver and ship all over the world, please contact us for a precise quo[...]
Mini Gold Master's Knife with Damascus BladeSuperb mini master's knife in perfect condition, ideal for collectors. The blade is made of Damascus steel, known for its unique patterns and robustness. Th[...]
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
Rare Gentlewoman's Automaton
Fully functional (Possibility of sending demonstration video on request)
Germany - 19th Century
Dimensions:
Height: 38 cm (Approx.)
Width (Base) : 15.5 cm
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RARE HIMALAYAN TAHR Naturalized in its entirety on a base imitating rock. Very beautiful. Rare in public sale. Length of the tahr: 1.17 m. Support intended to be placed on a wall. Hemitragus jemlahicu[...]
Japanese erotic scenes on ivory beautifully framed. Each miniature represents different lovemaking. Very beautiful work dating from the end of the 19th century.
Frame measurement 41-35cm
Miniature[...]
A beautiful 1810 iron and bronze door set comprising a knob, a knocker and a large lock and its key decorated with its cremone bolt and latch. This beautiful and rare set dismantled from the entrance [...]
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