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[...]
A Janus statue depicting a man and a woman back-to-back, joined by a common trunk. The pose of both figures is identical. The shared headdress ends in a hole containing a magical charge composed, amon[...]
In its fresh, raw green vellum (pigskin) binding, quarto format, raised bands on the spine, garnet morocco title, red edges, this important composite collection of documents relating to the trial of P[...]
Powder flask made of turned solid boxwood. The wood has a superb, smooth, deep honey patina, typical of high-quality objects from the 18th and 19th centuries (Napoleon III/Third Republic period). The [...]
Beautiful pair of military cartridge pouches for a submachine gun (MP41/44) in tan saddle leather. This set remains attached to its original canvas carrying strap. The leather has a beautiful patina f[...]
Elements of Theoretical and Practical Music, following the Principles of Mr. Rameau. New Edition, by J. D'ALEMBERT: (1762) Lyon, Bruyset, 1762; octavo (202x130mm), half-title and title page, XXXVI, 23[...]
Wrought iron key and lock. Original internal mechanisms, stunning workmanship by locksmiths, creating a true work of art.17th century France.Dimensions with decorations: 33x31 cm.Key 14.5 cmCompliment[...]
Sculpted, embossed and perforated wrought iron lantern with twisted columns, complete with engraved glass panes joined together with lead.France, 18th centuryHeight: 47 cmBase: 16x16 cm
Wooden sculpture representing a demon carved from a single block. There is an inscription under the base, as shown in the photo.France or Italy, 19th-20th centuryTotal height: 50 cmBase: 18x20 cm
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 [...]
DRUM MAJOR'S SABER, MODEL 1822, MODIFIED UNDER THE JULY MONARCHY.France, 19th century, dated May 1823.Steel, brass, horn.Total length: 101cm – Blade length: 78.8cmSlightly curved blade, hollow-edged, [...]
A collection of world history / Torsellino-Aureli 1637 Illustrated Jesuit Americanum, engraved vignette with the Barberini coat of arms on the title page. Nearly 100 woodcut medallion portraits of med[...]
Course of literature, ancient and modern, by Jean François de La Harpe in 16 volumes, 1818. Smooth spine, decorated with fillets. Printed by P. Didot L'Ainé (Knight of the Royal Order of Saint Michael[...]
A very large and spectacular 20th-century African folk art sculpture, made of wood and polychrome paints, representing a large fish from the Bozo ethnic group of Mali. Each side is differently carved [...]
Original color poster, advertisement for Yves Kerambrun, Cannes, Impr. Monégasque Monte-Carlo. After Jacques Tantot, 1957. Minor damage to the edge, 1 mm (see photo).
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,[...]
Kabyle saber known as a flissa - Algeria, Kabylia, second half of the 19th to early 20th century. The hilt is covered with chiseled brass plates. The single-edged blade is engraved and damascened with[...]
A rare find, this series of 17 volumes in raw green vellum, with raised bands on the spine, garnet morocco titles and volume numbers, marbled endpapers, and red edges; this celebrated and precious Bib[...]
Small antique 17th-century boxwood sculpture of Christ. An antique piece of craftsmanship, it displays an old patina and fine carving. Dimensions: approximately 18 x 14 cm. Condition: an old crack on [...]
A very pretty Napoleon III reliquary in good condition. It contains the relics of Saint Chantal, Saint Alacoque, and Saint Francis de Sales. It is decorated with paper filigree and small red and white[...]
Antique folding knife, Laguiole Rossigno pocket knife. Three pieces: blade, awl, and corkscrew; horn handle with forged fly or bee motif. Brass bolsters and liners. Very good overall condition. Total [...]
Large bronze Christ figure. Signed M. Thomas. Circa 1930. Very good condition but needs cleaning. Height: 65 cm. Width: 52.5 cm. Weight: 4 kg. Shipping within France via Mondial Relay: €20. For more i[...]
Large apothecary's ivory mortar and pestle
Indo-Portuguese
17th century
Cites certificate number IT/CE/3023/MI/01112
19,5 x 11 cm ; pestle 26 cm
The mortar's origins are lost in the mists of ant[...]
Shepherd's cape or burnous, also known as an akhnif, woven from goat's wool. Early 20th-century work from the Ait Ouaousguite tribe, northern Atlas Mountains of Morocco. Note: - Numerous holes. - Some[...]
Superb Songye statue, very expressionistic; you can see why they're called the formidable Songye! Beautiful patina of age, early 20th century or earlier, applied with red and yellow copper and metal, [...]
A Kabyle dagger (fissa) - Algeria, Kabylia, late 19th/early 20th century. The handle is covered with chased and embossed brass plates. The single-edged blade is engraved and damascened with brass. It [...]
Folk Art/Militaria: Gray marble plaque engraved with a military medal. France, 19th century. Anchor-shaped bail. Pierced at the top. In very good condition. Free shipping within mainland France. Conta[...]
"Collection of Decrees of the Sovereign Courts..." 1607 by Jean Papon, Counselor to the King. Wear and rubbing to the binding with losses on the covers. Text with widespread traces of damp and foxing,[...]
DUPONT, Silver-plated metal table lighter with diamond point decoration. Perfect working order, cigar flame. Near mint condition, no box. 14 x 4 x 1.8 cm.
Early 19th-century uniform of a French half-pay officer (Demi-Solde) during the Second Empire. Primarily a National Guard officer's uniform, modified from the end of the Empire onward to commemorate t[...]
Rare Inuit Greenland mask, very expressionistic, red-stained wood, bone teeth, 35 cm high, good condition, beautiful patina from use, antique mask probably early 20th century, from the Swiss gallery o[...]
A rare pair of polychrome carved wooden processional staffs*, each surmounted by a statuette of a saint, most likely the Virgin Mary, surrounded by twisted pilasters adorned with tassels, dating from [...]
This is a crest mask used during the calibration ceremonies of one of the Bambara secret societies, the Cywara. It is attached to a rattan cap for dances related to agricultural rites and thus to the [...]
Interesting silver incense burner engraved within a cartouche with the coat of arms of the De Cocq family (Picardy?). The coat of arms is decorated with an armorial helmet surmounted by a crown. Above[...]
JAPAN - Hammered iron tsuba maru gata, Edo period, with inlaid decoration of flowers in their branches in the form of a zogan in gold. Unsigned. Diameter: 8 cm
Signal cannon/bombardment, 17th century. These were used to guide ships and facilitate drafting and anchoring, as well as for festivals and celebrations as a kind of firework. The fuse hole is visible[...]
Magnificent and rare engraved wooden spoon from the Queyras region, dating from the early 19th century, possibly even earlier given the craftsmanship of this piece of folk art. In very good condition![...]
[PHOTOGRAPH] - NEURDEIN BROTHERS - The panorama of wonders of France, Belgium, Switzerland, Algeria and Tunisia. Paris, L. Baschet, Publisher, around 1900; oblong folio, approximately 400 pp., red hal[...]
France, around 1774–1779 - Time of the Marquis de La FayetteMajor historical memoryThis sword is an emblematic testimony of the Franco-American alliance during the United States War of Independence (1[...]
Free shipping within mainland France via La Poste or Mondial Relay.**************Small pewter ewer with a cylindrical body and flared rim, resting on a molded, stepped circular foot. It is decorated w[...]
Large medal commemorating the CENTENARY OF THE BANK OF FRANCE 1800-1900. Bust of the Republic in armor and helmet facing left, signed O. Roty. Reverse: CONFIDENCE AND WORK. Silver horn hallmark. Diame[...]
19th-century crown or tiara in stamped gilt metal. Pretty colored glass beads. Height: 4.8 cm. Diameter: 8 cm. In excellent condition with a beautiful shine. Shipping extra: €10, registered mail withi[...]
"FIRANGHI" SABER WITH EUROPEAN BLADE, South India, 17th century. 30824. The hilt is entirely of cast iron with a wide branch surmounted by a semi-spherical disc pommel from which emerges a tall shaft [...]
Hallmarked dagger (Katar), Deccan (India), 18th century. 30826 Katar in iron with gold and silver niello. Blade length 32.2 cm. Overall length 49 cm. India (Deccan). 18th century. Very good condition,[...]
TUĞ "TUĞ" OTTOMAN, 17th - 18th century. 32313Hollow wooden staff with a brass ring at its base, decorated with openwork design, Ø 5.4 cm, entirely covered with a weave of horsehair in a repetitive geo[...]
A mid-20th-century patinated bronze circular medallion depicting Christ the King with a halo, his heart flaming and his hands blessing. Incised signature on the back: Lambert-Rucki and the foundry mar[...]
OFFICER'S HELMET OF THE 8th REGIMENT OF DRAGOONS (KNOWN AS THE CONDÉ), worn during the Hundred Days, from March 1, 1815 to May 1, 1815. 27478Gilt copper skullcap approximately 11 cm deep, leaning back[...]
Bronze mortar with various plant motifs, complete with original iron pestle.North-eastern Italy (Padua) 17th centurydimensions: height 18.5 cmupper base 22x22 cmlower base 12x12 cmpestle 36 cm
SABER OF SUB-LIEUTENANT STANDARD-BEARER ÉTIENNE FRANÇOIS LÉVÊQUE OF THE HORSE GRENADIERS OF THE CONSULAR GUARD, Consulate (1800-1803). 32216 Gilt bronze hilt. Five-branch guard composed of a main bran[...]
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