Five menus from Paquebot France, commemorating the centenary of Phineas Fogg's voyage, Compagnie Générale Transatlantique French-Line. The menus are dated: January 5, 1972, January 7, 1972, January 10[...]
YAKA/SUKU sword, Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly Zaire). "Mbeeli ya Phoko" sword, leather sheath, wrought iron blade incised with geometric patterns. Length: 59 cm. Good condition, with signs o[...]
Kuba Ikul knife, Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly Belgian Congo, formerly Zaire). Distinctive leaf-shaped forged iron blade with a central ridge, wooden handle with decorative inlays. Ceremonial[...]
Obverse: Conjoined coats of arms, typical of a First Empire marriage. Provenance, combined with heraldic study, allows us to attribute these arms to two families from Hainaut: – d'Acoz – Gerpinnes – C[...]
The books in this poetic encyclopedia are in a "portable" format, as was the custom at the time—that is, a small pocket-sized edition. It is subtitled "A Selection of Poems in All Genres, by a Society[...]
Rare large red-figure bell krater (H: 29.3 cm). Magna Graecia. This krater comes from an Apulian workshop dating to the late 4th century BC (authenticated by D. Lebeurrier, archaeological expert). The[...]
Large, finely carved and detailed birdcage in the shape of a house, complete with glass panes and railings. A few minor losses, otherwise in very good condition. Made of softwood with a beautiful anti[...]
Singa Batak is an apotropaic figure (protective magic intended to ward off evil or negative influences, such as misfortune). Singa Batak is a figure from the mythology of the Batak people of North Sum[...]
Superb and impressive French lancer's chapska of the National Guard, Model 1836. Rare headdress in very good condition. Minor wear consistent with age. It is made of cardboard covered with black leat[...]
[SCHWABE].– MENDÈS (Catulle) Paris, Société de propagation des Livres d'art, 1904. Hespérus. Large octavo (28.5 × 20.5 cm), loose sheets in publisher's slipcase. Edition adorned with 33 hand-colored s[...]
"19th Century Processional Lantern in Sheet Metal" Charming processional lantern on a polychrome wooden base. 19th century. Made of cylindrical openwork iron. The three ends of our historically signif[...]
An essential kitchen tool under the Ancien Régime, it is composed of an iron body with a suspension ring, used for sharpening knives.The handle is fitted with two horn scales as well as two decorative[...]
Bronze lavabo from the Netherlands, early 16th century. With a loop handle and two side spouts. There are 2 holes due to use and age see pictures.Its original green patina is remarkable. It is prefera[...]
Bedside holy water font. Minor enamel losses. Height: 24 cm. Shipped via Colissimo with signature confirmation. Carefully packaged. Unless otherwise stated, items listed on Proantic are not on display[...]
Very old terracotta jug, probably foreign work. I leave its exact age to specialists. Dimensions: Height 14.5 cm, Width at handles 20 cm. If you are interested in this item, we can arrange payment in [...]
Fragment of a polished agate geode on a base, enclosed by a gilt bronze coral branch, 20th century creation. Very good condition. Three small chips on the lower edge, visible in the photos. A possible[...]
"MANN" semi-automatic pistol, classified as Category D under the Internal Security Code, .25 ACP caliber. One of the smallest pocket pistols produced by Fritz Mann, chambered in .25 ACP from 1920 to 1[...]
Fragment of a medieval temple in reddish-brown sandstone. In the lower right, the head of an elephant, probably Ganesha, holds a lotus flower in its trunk upon which a female figure kneels in prayer, [...]
Tutsi Shield - Rwanda - African Art - Late 19th - Early 20th Century People: Tutsi Country of origin: Rwanda Height: 32 cm Perfect condition Shield used by Tutsi warriors in the traditional 'intore' d[...]
Amusing matchsafe, and metro ticket box made of compressed wood and fiber, beautifully engraved with a slightly colonial design, and marked "tickets." It has a striker on side and a flip-top opening.[...]
Very elaborate decoration in gilded and silvered bronze.Floral and geometrical design. Probably part of an armor strap fitting and of continental European manufacture.Dimensions: 4x4 cm.
Livraison gratuite en UE assurance incluse - Free shipping for EU insurance includedBronze crucifix pendant, 16th centuryThis pendant consists of a flat cross to which is attached a crucifix made of t[...]
Magnificent Basque hunting dagger from the Louis XV period. Bone handle inlaid with silver medallions. Leather scabbard with a silver top inscribed "Deffez à Bayonne" (needs reattaching). The scabbard[...]
GOOD CONDITION. BRONZE HANDLE WITH ONE BRANCH AND KEYSTONE WITH CADUCEUS, FILIGREE HORN HANDLE, 88 CM COULAUX FRÈRES CENTRAL-EDGED BLADE. CHROME-PLATED STEEL SHELL WITH A BELLY BRAIDED. NO PLAY. TOTAL[...]
France, 19th century. Steel, brass, horn, wood, and leather. Overall length: 25 cm. Stylus length: 22.8 cm. Blade length: 12.5 cm. Width at the heel: 2.5 cm. DESCRIPTION: HIGH-END. This refined 19th-c[...]
The uniform sword was adopted before the Revolution and continued its career under the Empire with some minor variations in the shape of the hilt, which became asymmetrical. The pommels changed, and t[...]
In very good condition, same number "2279", sword and scabbard. Asymmetrical three-branch brass guard with a wooden grip covered in dark brown sheepskin, held in place by a twisted copper wire. Curved[...]
CESENA (Amédée de) - New general guide for travelers in France. Paris, Garnier Frères, 1863; octavo, XL-519 pp., publisher's binding, smooth spine. 8 color and folding maps.
In excellent original condition, this finely hand-painted French animated plaque, circa 1860, depicts a steamboat passing a lighthouse. Titled "BELL ROCK LIVERPOOL." Made of blackened wood and glass. [...]
This antique Chinese pipe dates from the late 19th to early 20th century and is beautifully crafted. It bears markings. Regarding its condition, there are signs of wear consistent with use. Our photos[...]
Flag-bearer figurines made in the 1950s by Gaston Auger. Original paintwork in perfect condition. Scottish Regiment of Olivy 1740 - Royal Artillery 1772 - Saxon Regiment La Dauphine 1740 - Royal Lorra[...]
This clarinet is sold unrestored. Please note that the mouthpiece is missing, and there are scratches and signs of wear on the instrument. The case has rust and the fabric is damaged. Our photos allow[...]
"FROM EUROPE TO AFRICA, MEMORIES OF A BIRD". Fair condition with rubbing and wear to the binding. Particularly worn headcaps and corners. Interior yellowed with some foxing. Sold as is. Collector's it[...]
A charming miniature globe signed C. Abel-Klinger, the renowned German globe publisher based in Nuremberg in the 19th century. Made of lithographed paper mounted on a sphere, it features cartography t[...]
Japanese cedar funadansu ship's chest, Edo period, first half of the 19th century. This antique Japanese funadansu (船箪笥) ship's chest is made of solid cedar wood with a beautiful reddish-brown patina.[...]
A rare porcelain snuffbox from the Berlin Manufactory, dating back to the third quarter of the 18th century. The snuffbox is embellished with miniatures on all sides and inside. The most valuable mini[...]
Large gilded wooden maedate, with glass eyes, signed Yoshimishi. It depicts a shishi, guardian lion or Chinese lion, with a fierce appearance, open mouth, visible fangs, and a spiraling mane. Its dyna[...]
A beautiful and rare snuffbox with a double opening, one side depicting Napoleon as a general, and the other the Place de la Concorde. The snuffbox requires minor restoration and dates back to the fir[...]
SABRE from the School of Mars France 1 June 1794 – End of September 1794 Steel, brass Total length: 64 cm; Blade length: 48.5 cm Brass mountings. Ovoid pommel with rivet button. Handle with twelve ro[...]
Porcelain snuffbox decorated with a sailboat. Note the inscription inside: "Entirely hand-painted by Françoise Vialard. Limoges, France." Perfect condition.
Anthropo-zoomorphic mask representing a half-man, half-bird spiritual ancestor. Collected in the Lower Sepik region of Papua New Guinea. Wood, shells, and traces of polychromy. Sold with a display sta[...]
Large pair of Chinese Buddhist or Taoist statues in white porcelain and pure gold. They represent the God of Longevity, SHOU LAO, and the Goddess of Compassion (in Buddhism), QUAN YIN, or of Immortali[...]
Small papier-mâché snuffbox with a coin in the center depicting G.L. Leclerc du Buffon, made by E. Gatteaux. The coin, like the snuffbox, dates back to the second half of the 18th century.
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