This sword can be classified as war rapier, or cavalry sword, depending on the authors. It is fromGermanic manufacture, and dates from the first quarter of the 17th century.
BLADE: It has a lenticul[...]
Decorated bronze stirrup, a typology from 16th century, or early 17th, Henri IV reign, A civil stirrup, France or Spain, (our Languedoc?).
There is not much easily accessible documentation on these n[...]
Bronze plaque decorated with cloisonné enamel with a depiction of Saint Anne blessing. It is a rather unusual object, with a style reminiscent of the famous productions of medieval Limousin art, but w[...]
A beautifully designed sword hanging hook. The acorn at the top like the fruit of the oak; for this reason, she was considered a symbol of latent strength. The belt would have passed through the folde[...]
Belle petite sculpture d’applique en bronze fondu, dos de laiton, se vissant jadis sur un socle, c’est une vierge debout, couronnée, aux longs cheveux, le bras gauche en accueil d’un Enfant-Roi dispa[...]
19th century processional lantern in good original condition, hexagonal lantern in gilded brass topped with a ridge decorated with a cross, each arc and glazed, one removable face to access the electr[...]
It is a so-called "pillow" rapier which, strictly speaking, was placed at the bedside to allow its owner to have a weapon on hand in the event of a nocturnal attack. In a broader sense, the so-called [...]
A rare figurative fibula from the early Middle Ages and filled with dark red glass paste in the shape of a crescent. The dating is: 875-1000 AD Condition: see photos, Dimensions: 2.3 cm A similar piec[...]
Rare large bronze Saint-Benoit medal. On the obverse, we can see Saint Benedict face-on, his right hand outstretched and his left hand holding his saint's toga. Inscriptions: SP BENEDICTUS On the reve[...]
grand modèle de canon de vaisseau du XVème siècle, le corps est en bois et fer forgé, tandis que le canon est en bronze lourd, petits défauts, possibilité d'être utilisé comme canon de signalisation, [...]
Coat of arms with crowned double-headed eagle, all in pewter. Quality work. Weight: 9.5 kg Thickness: 4.5 cm For any further information, do not hesitate to contact us. Delivery or shipping on quote.
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Christ on the cross
Gilded bronze
Dimensions : H. 2[...]
Beautiful and large alabaster statue: the Virgin and Child.
Traditional representation of the mother with the Child Jesus on her right arm.
Crowned (Queen of Heaven) and dressed in a large cloak cov[...]
Twenty one stained and natural pear wood games pieces.
South German, Nuremberg, 18th century.
Similar games pieces are often signed ‘PHM’ for Philipp Heinrich Müller (1654–1719).
There are el[...]
Small pewter dish with a wide wing called ''à la cardinal''.
Beautiful armorial property hallmarks engraved with a plant motif next to three stars and the initials FP.
Moor's head hallmark / CLAUDE [...]
An amusing silver gilt tobacco box with a drunk man.
Dutch or German, 17th century and later.
Measures 11 x 4cm.
The silver gilt lid is decorated in high relief repoussé work and shows a glee[...]
Description:Gilded copper, enamels.This plaque represents the Angel Gabriel. He presents a relic. This has disappeared, all that remains is the bat which held the rock crystal cabochon in which the re[...]
RARE Chisel engraving on steel, by Christophe TASSIN, born in the early 1600s and died in 1660, in France, also known as Nicolas Tassin, Christophe Nicolas Tassin or Christophe Le Tassin, French carto[...]
Rare et bel exemplaire de grande taille in folio en veau blond glacé du tout début du 17ème siècle (de la régence de Louis XIII) : " L'Histoire du Monde de C. Pline Second " ; riche et précieuse reli[...]
Very beautiful pendant containing a very fine portrait of Marie Tudor in polychrome wax.
the profile treated in the manner of a cameo is protected by old glass.
the silver frame is finely worked and[...]
Two bronze Caravaca crosses. Spain 18th century This Cross, which commemorates a medieval miracle that occurred in the town of Caravaca, Kingdom of Murcia, was widely distributed in Spain, attributing[...]
Beautiful head of a bearded Saint in carved limestone. Domed forehead, almond-shaped eyes with hemmed eyelids, high cheekbones, half-open mouth with a kind expression, hair and beard with wavy locks. [...]
Interesting Very Fine Cast Pair Of Small White Metal God Lamps / Lanterns
The original very fine cast bracket, decorated on both sides with the lam gods ( Agnus Dei )
Still with the original wax[...]
A missing masterpiece, the Self-Portrait of Durer which he gave to Raphael, mentioned and described by Vasari, reappears after 5 centuries of oblivion, lost from the former Collection of the Duke of B[...]
SIlvered bronze pax depicting the burial of Christ, inscribed in a typical architecture of the Italian Renaissance. Above, God the Father. Signs of consumption on the faces caused by popular devotion.[...]
Portrait of Henry II. Very realistic, possible proof for subsequent production of medals. It is made on the side of a discarded medal. It measures 5 cm in diameter and weighs 34 grams.
Superb folding travel fork in steel, horn and silver inlay.
A rich decoration on the steel parts: bolsters, spring as well as the neck of the fork and the base of the tines.
The teeth are diamond sh[...]
Beautiful and large basin in brass and wrought iron, embossed decoration of animals relating to hunting (deer, dogs, birds of prey) surrounded by floral decoration and bunches of grapes. Openwork cove[...]
very pretty oratory from the 13th century opening to a door with the particularity of the scriban above a quality 18th century painting with a phrase in Latin below * An oratory is originally a chapel[...]
Louis in golden fleurons gilded title, large ex-libris Aux Armes, two-tone title for this work by FN Coeffecteau: "Roman History containing all the most memorable things that happened from the beginni[...]
Renaissance medals: 3 different pieces from Henrique II. one with an engraved date of 1572 2 of them bronze and one lead. 6 centimeters in diameter for two of them and 5.5 for the other. all with a be[...]
Jacques I Laudin: 3 Limoges enamels: Saint André, Saint Thaddeus and Saint Paul 17th century. They must have been part of a complete apostolate of which six of them were sold at auction by Matthew Bar[...]
Collection of 23 keys dating from the Renaissance to the 18th century as well as a monogrammed 18th century master key. This set includes priory keys, wedding chest keys with openwork heads, cloverlea[...]
A beautiful door knocker, rustic and functional in wrought iron, the part which is in the door has been welded and reinforced, the taroding redone in order to be able to position the object in a thick[...]
Beautiful and very rare object, a birth scapular, Catholic religion, with two embroidered plaque, for a well-born child, relics it contained guaranteed accession to the divine heavens until his baptis[...]
Beautiful German bronze tripod cauldron from the 17th century, in a beautiful patina shaped by centuries of use. The often burned or broken feet are here in their entirety representing stylized claws.[...]
Chalice veil in silk embroidered with silk and silver threads, various motifs, tulips, lilies, carnations and cornflowers in the center a sun with IHS chiphre for Jesus in Greek.
Antwerp embroidery w[...]
Old pencil case dagger, 18th century work.
The spindle or handle is made of bone.
The silver ferrule is decorated with plants.
The steel quillon ends with a tassel.
The cover of the scabbard as we[...]
Imposing copper jug, heavily crafted, Dominique-shaped fretel cap.
Decorated with gadroons and friezes, fish scales.
Very good collectible condition, More photos on request. Italy ?
Venice or Genoa[...]
This portrait of Christ with the crown of thorns is similar to the altarpiece of the Passion made for the Carthusian monastery of Saint Barbara of Cologne around 1464 and having belonged to Jakob Lyve[...]
Old wax bas relief in tondo format. Very beautiful religious scene depicting the assumption of the virgin. French work from the second part of the 17th century. The wax is attached to a copper medalli[...]
Beau bougeoir en fer sur pieds, modèle à pince, ressort de fer à crochet, permettant aussi bien de s’éclairer par chandelle que par des brandons plongés dans la résine, ou tenir des éclat de résineux[...]
Two gypsum busts representing the double allegory of the Church and the Synagogue (Ecclesia and Synagoga) as replicas of the 13th century original statues of the cathedral of Strasbourg, today at the [...]
16th CENTURY PROCESSIONAL CROSS IN GOLDEN COPPER WITH ITS CROSS HOLDER, MUSEUM OBJECTMEASURES H CROSS 49 CM ARMS 28.5 CROSS HOLDER 46 CM BALL 15 CM FOR A TOTAL OF 95 CM
Representing the map of the GOVERNMENT OF ANTIBES, GRASSE, VALBONNE, NICE, etc... Beautiful original engraving, on steel with a burin and laid paper, by Nicolas TASSIN Hand watercolored Dimension(s): [...]
Temperance dish in tin-bronze alloy with relief decoration. In the center, on the navel appears Temperance. Around it are depicted repeating scenes of banquets and servants. A restoration following a [...]
Roman school
PIETRO BARBO (1417-1471)
Dated 1455
Copper alloy, cast; 334mm
Perfect original cast
Obverse: Pietro Barbo tonsured and wearing an embroidered cope.
Inscription: PETRVS BARBVS VENE[...]
A silver snuff box set with an agate intaglio of Saint Jerome.
The silver snuff box is English and dates to the second half of the 17th century.
The intaglio is Italian and dates to the 16th / 1[...]
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