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The collage for the catalogue features a curated selection of antique naturalist illustrations, each finely detailed and precisely hand-colored, celebrating the diversity of aquatic and arthropod species: 1. One illustration depicts a **lobster**, easily recognizable by its large claws and segmented body, a classic subject of marine biology due to its complex anatomy and commercial significance. 2. There's also portrayal of a **squid**, its elongated body and tentacles depicted with scientific accuracy, capturing the essence of this mysterious and intelligent cephalopod. 3. The third picture showcases a **crayfish**, with its characteristic pincers and armored exoskeleton, an important creature both ecologically and gastronomically. 4. Finally, the far right features a **sea slug...

French bronze retiary sculpture by Edmé-Anthony-Paul NOEL, known as Tony Noël, France, ca.1875. Height : 21.85"(55.5cm), Width : 19.5"(49.6cm), Depth : 10.6"...

Pair Antique French Louis XVI Gold Bronze Andirons, Circa 1890's.

Kutani porcelain okimono of a cat, c. 1900. Meiji Period. £490.00 Kutani porcelain okimono, Japan, c. 1900. Meiji Period. Finely modelled as a sleeping cat, its hair delineated in g...

This is an antique decorative fire back. An English, cast iron William & Mary revival reflector, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Accentuate your hearth with this at...

Exquisite antique drop top side table with intricate inlay work on the table top and detailed carvings on the pedestal. The side table is a stateme...

A beautiful and quite unusual antique Victorian gilt wood marble top cabinet. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period. It is of fantastic quality, this i...

A wonderful original antique Victorian Windsor armchair. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period. The quality is fantastic, the seat is made from stunnin...

Antique Oak and Marble Console Table From France, Circa 1850. Solid oak construction with a solid marble top. Faux drawers with original hardw...

extremely rare french silver presentation plate/ dinner plate. this important plate is one of the best quality work and engraving i have ever seen in my life, the outer rim is all adorned and ornate with flowers in neoclassical style, and the actual plate is all hand engraved with the most incredible engraving with gold plating on just the engraved patterns what makes the plate looks like the gold plated part is 3 dimensional. This important plate was made in paris by the famous silver master Maurice Mayer...

Fine Spanish Empire console with mirror in mahogany and rosewood with satinwood inlays, circa 1810.

An antique botanical engraving depicting "Consoude du Caucase," which is the French name for Caucasian comfrey, known scientifically as Sy...

Biedermeier Mahogany Escritoire. This Escritoire Features 5 Drawers and a Pull Down Writing Slope. Circa 1860 The Drawers and Fall Having Wonderful Matched Flame Mahogany Veneers. Th...

the body of this small marvelous vase is painted with a scene of a puppet show vendor with his wood backpack, on top of the backpack there are toys and dolls, he is surrounded with a group of 6 children, and on the background you can see a village. on the other side of the vase there is an amazing painting of flowers and on the sides there are two amazing strong pine trees, the amorphous background is decorated in a "Tortoiseshell" color and design that gives it a real character and which is quite rare to see on satsuma pottery. all the vase is over richly overpainted over the glaze with gold, which gives it its depth and realism. signed Kyoto Kinkozan zo, and sealed Kinkozan zo Kyoto’s Satsuma: The painting technique used in Kyoto’s Satsuma-style ware is said to be the invention of the sixth generation Kinkōzan Sōbei (1824–1884). The Kinkōzan were a famous family of Kyoto Awataguchi potters who made ceramics that were used at Shōren'in, a temple closely tied to the imperial family, and by the shoguns of the Edo government. In fact the shogun is said to have granted them the name Kinkōzan. With the upheavals at the end of the Edo period, however, and the reforms of the subsequent Meiji government, the potters lost their traditional patrons and had to develop new markets. Just at that time, the visit of a certain Westerner is said to have decided them to embark on overseas trade. By 1870, they had perfected Kyō Satsuma...

This is one of the finest sets of twelve shaped circular Georgian silver dinner plates available. These dinner plates are made by the silversmith John Houle in London in 1833. They a...

Spanish Antique rush chairs , 1880s each price.

10 - 12 Seat William IV Mahogany Extending Dining Table. This Quality Dining Table Stands upon Faceted Legs with Original Brass Castors. 19th century The Table Extends by Way of a Pu...

Enamel cloissoné and gilt bronze inkwell. France, late 19th century.

Staffordshire pottery watch holder, c. 1860. Modelled as two foxes, seated either side of the watch holder, with a further fox, with its catch, stood above the watch holder. Coloured...

Rare and fine Staffordshire pottery cat, c. 1850. The recumbent cat, painted with large underglaze black spots, and having yellow eyes. Set upon an underglaze cobalt blue base, with ...

A good sized marble corbel , previously part of a large fire surround from the turn of the century. The well executed carving is crisp and highly d...

Pair of Victorian walnut and re-upholstered parlour chairs, each having carved and swept frames, raised on ring turned and tapering fluted forelegs with lignum vitae castors - 26"w x...

A skilful study of a woman by Victorian genre painter, Haynes King (1831-1904). King was highly regarded towards the end of the 19th-century for his depictions of everyday working class homes. Paintings such as ‘Morning Gossip’, ‘The Letter Writer...

Thai wood carving, carved as Naga under leaf-shape, painted with lacquer and golden color, decorated with mirror-tiles, used for temple decoration. ...

This console from the Empire period (early 19th century) is made with fine mahogany wood paneling, while the columns are made from fir wood. Its structure is embellished with refined...

Reclaimed solid oak raised panel interior doors with a worn appearance to the original pale blue paint. Once gracing a beautiful French home, these doors will add character and old-w...

Classic pair of antique French cassolettes of amphora form These are solid marble so very heavy Original gilt fixtures with rams head handles, encrusted floral sash, acanthus leaves ...

Azerbaijan has a rich history of rug weaving, stretching back several centuries. The country stands at the crossroads of various cultures, and its carpets reflect this in their creat...

Thai wood carving, carved as Naga under leaf-shape, painted with lacquer and golden color, decorated with mirror-tiles, used for temple decoration. ...

Marble Pompadour front fireplace mantel from the 19th Century. To place in front of the chimney.

An unusual Charles X empire pendule with a mastiff bull dog. The dial is silvered with brequet hands and roman numbers which was very popular in the 19th century. an 8 days silk th...

This is a beautiful French Empire/Charles X mantelpiece/pendulum from circa 1820 that is both unusual and charming. It features a lovely depiction of Cupido playing the harp on the b...

Pair of Japanese-style roll-shaped vases, made in “cloisonné” enamel and gilded bronze. The cylindrical body is decorated with polychrom floral branches, flowers and butterflies on a...

Mahogany Chippendale Style Desk of Serpentine Form. Circa 1880 The Desk Stands Upon Typical Chippendale Style Carved Ogee Feet. The Desk Has an arrangement of 9 Graduated Drawers. Th...

A stunning antique 19th Century French wrought iron footed jardiniere / cachepot / planter / wine cooler / champagne ice bucket. This stylish jardiniere has a lovely scroll design wi...

Beautiful marble stone front fireplace mantel fromt the 19th Century, to place in front of the chimney.

G.F. Cruchley (UK, 1796-1880) London ca 1850 A magnificent pair of terrestrial and celestial globes. Equatorial table engraved with the signs of the zodiac and resting on 3 mahogany molded feet held by a compass at the spacer. With graduated brass meridian circles and time clocks. The terrestrial globe is inscribed in a cartouche: Cruchley's new terrestrial globe from the most recent and best authorities. Exhibiting the discoveries in equatorial Africa, north pole. And the new settlements and divisions in Australia, New Zealand, Californa, Texas, &c. London. Sold by Gould and Porter opticians 181 strand WC. The celestial globe is inscribed in a cartouche: Cruchleys new celestial globe on which is accurately laid down the whole of the stars and nebule contained in the astronomical catalogue of the Reverend Mr. Wollaston F.R.S. Also from the authorities Flamstead, De La Caille, Hevellus, Bradley, Herschel, Maskelyne, &c. Ands the limits of each constellation determined by a boundary line. London, published by G.F. Cruchley, map-seller & globe maker, 81 Fleet street. Signed: CRUCHLEY in London England, circa 1850 H. 125 cm Diam. 53 cm (21 inches) Diam. 25 cm compasses The two spheres are in a perfect state of freshness and are perfectly legible. The condition of both the globes is very good. There have been some professional repairs to some damaged gores. The Terrestrial globe in good conserved and legible condition, it has areas of rubbing, retouching, and slight discoloration. The Celestial globe is also in good conserved and legible condition with areas of rubbing, retouching and slight discoloration. The gores themselves have been cleaned and revarnished. The splendid mahogany legs and moulded feet are in first class condition. Each globe consists of 12 hand coloured copper engraved gores over a paper-maché hollow core, made up of two hemispheres joined at the equator and covered with a layer of plaster. There are paper horizon rings, made up of a series of concentric circles, displaying the months of the year, the signs of the zodiac and wind directions. THE TERRESTRIAL GLOBE. The globe provides much detailed information, and was accurate up to the date of production, which in this case is the mid-19th century. It shows the latest discoveries and developments that had taken place. It displays names and territories that were once familiar to the people of the age, 150 years into the future! In Asia for example, there are places like ‘Little Bucharia’, ‘Little and Greater Tartary’, ‘Russia in Asia.’ Undoubtedly, the continent that has changed more than any other is Africa. So many African countries that we know and recognise now, had different, perhaps more ‘Colonial’ names more than a century and a half ago. There was ‘Nubia’ (Sudan/Egypt), ‘Abbyssinia’ (Ethiopia), ‘Cape Colony’ (South Africa), ‘Dahomey’ (Benin) but to name a few. Australia was a little over 50 years away from its union via ‘Federation’ in 1901. This brought about the Commonwealth of Australia. However, in 1850 they were six separate British selfserving colonies, ruled directly from England. In North America, both Los Angeles and San Francisco are incorporated as cities into California - as it becomes the 31st U.S. state. Much of mid-western and western USA were known as ‘The Western Territory’ & ‘The Missouri Territory’, Florida was still refered to as ‘East & West Florida’. Canada was split into ‘Canada East’ & ‘Canada West.’ Canada East was primarily (for historical reasons) French-speaking, and Canada West primarily Englishspeaking. Much of Western Canada remained unexplored and undeveloped. In Europe, there was still the ‘Russian Empire’, the ‘Ottoman Empire’, the ‘AustroHungarian Empire’, and the German ‘Prussian Empire.’ THE CELESTIAL GLOBE. The Celestial Globe displays the stars, the constellations, clusters and nebulae in a beautiful and well thought out manner. Mythical figures and signs of the zodiac are seen. The equinoctial and solistitial colures are graduated in degrees. Although the colour is somewhat muted, it takes nothing away from the overall beauty and the undoubted aesthetic qualities of the globe. Historically, globes are among the most ancient scientific instruments known to man. They can be dated back over two millennia, and are still manufactured to this day. The earliest tradition of globe making is mainly concerned with celestial globes – man...

A magnificent finely carved statuary William IV chimneypiece. The moulded shelf sits over a finely carved continuous frieze with central acanthus bloom, harebells and foliage details...

circa 1880 19thC English Pine Glazed Housekeepers Cabinet sku 1684 Base W145 x D48 x H94 cm Top W153 x D37 x H97 cm Together W153 x D48 x H191 cm

Lot of 9 original opaline vases from the Napoleon III period, height from 11.42" to 13" (29 to 33 cm)

This is a rare chance to own a piece of important "ZULOAGA WARE" (The preservation of damascening in Spain was almost entirely due to the genius of a single family, the Zuloagas ) or "Toledo gold...

Introducing a masterpiece from the 19th-century French Academy, this charcoal drawing unveils the profound connection between artistic expression and academic tradition. Skillfully rendered on paper, the drawing features a male nude—a testament to the pinnacle of academic training during the era. Capturing the essence of creative thought formation, this artwork exemplifies the foundational role of drawing in all artistic disciplines. Housed in its original period frame, this piece not only provides a glimpse into the artistic techniques of the 1800s but also stands as a tangible link to the rich history of French academic art...

Now this is a fascinating light and an incredible historic artifact from the very early days of electricity. It was originally a gas and electric light with the gas burners pointing ...

Beautiful italian antique oil painting on board in fir wood, early 19th century. Excellent pictorial quality. Beautiful venetian landscape with architectural elements, people and typ...

Pair of 19th century pressed metal wall lights with decorative fruit and bow design.

Large English ironstone platter, the outer rim and inner border have a black leaf pattern on a salmon colored background, the main border has alternating motifs in rose, teal and ora...

This 84 silver cup was made in Europe, in Poland or parts of Poland that are in modern Russia in the 19th century, the interesting and important in this cup types is that they were s...

An attractive late 19th Century cameo glass vase of elongated square form cut with decorative burgundy and red flowers against a warm yellow background with excellent hand finished d...

Antique Burmese alabaster Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base, with inlay of colorful glass pieces on the headba...

The large urn, signed by artist W. Pfohl, features captivating hand-painted scenes from Shakespearean plays set against a cobalt ground with heavy gold decora...

Sheraton Revival Mahogany Marble Top Side Table. Circa 1890 Raised Upon Tapered Legs with Original Brass and Porcelain Castors. The Shaped Front Features 2 x Oak Lined Drawers with O...

Meiji Period Japanese Planter in carved wood, featuring mother of pearl butterfly and floral insets, and finished copper inserts. Incredible craftsmanship and detail. Wood species un...

This original antique print for sale depicts a series of medieval armor pieces, specifically designed for head protection, known as helmets. These helmets exhibit a variety of styles...

Elegant set of eight Empire style chairs, made of solid carved mahogany, with pure gold finishes. The front legs are shapely and straight, while the rear ones are flared, creating a ...

Pair of large English Prattware pottery wall pockets, c. 1810. The cornucopia shaped wall pockets, moulded with Cupid with a quiver of arrows suspended from swags of flowers in high ...

An excellent set of antique dining chairs in the classic Chippendale style. They were made in England, and date from around the 1890-1910 period. The quality is superb, they are ver...

A truly stunning silver hemispherical tea urn decorated with gadroon borders for highlights. The body has a stylish upper girdled wire and a ‘serpent’ themed tap. The lion mane ha...

A French gilt bronze mantel clock by Henri Robert, circa 1880. The decorative case with bevelled glass inserts, decorative floral swags and surmounted by...

19th C French faux bamboo mirror with original mirror plate. 1890. Reference: 8216 Dimensions 25 inches (64 cms) Wide 1.5 inches (4 cms) Deep 30 ...

A fine bronze and alabaster Belle Époque chandelier, shaped as swirling and flowering rose branches, early 20th century. Dimensions: Diameter ...