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Period: 19th Century
2 Large Vols Antique Reference Book, Egypt - Historical and Picturesque, English
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is 2 large volumes of the antique reference book 'Egypt - Descriptive, Historical and Picturesque by G. Ebers. An English translation by Clara Bell, wi...
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British Victorian Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Textile, Paper

Very Rare English Antique Sterling Silver Monkey Pepper Pot - London 1881
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1881, this charming and very rare, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Pepper Pot, is modelled as a Monkey. The pepper pot measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 1.25"...
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English Victorian Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Sterling Silver

Antique Wood And Brass Folding Ruler By E.Preston. English, Late 19th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wood and brass folding ruler Lovely colour of wood. Probably boxwood. Makers mark of E.Preston & Sons, Birmingham, England A couple of tiny nicks which can be seen in the images
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English Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

19th Century Northern Plains Hair Drop
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Northern Plains hair drop with red beading with accents on hide, long quilled drops ending in tin cones with red feather fluffs, long black horsehair drop now doubled up on beading. Period: 19th century Origin: Great Plains - Northern Plains, Native American Size: 6" x 35" overall Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Native American, garments, Blackfeet, headdress, collectibles, antiques, Native American beadwork...
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American Native American Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Hide, Beads, Feathers

Ancient Italy: Regions and Rome in the Roman Empire, Published in 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
This print is an original detailed map titled "ITALIAE REGIONES I VII VIII IX XI," representing the regions of ancient Italy. Key Features of the Print: 1. **Regional Demarcations...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Russian Wall Relief, Icon in Bronze, 19th Century
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small yet heavy wall relief - Russian icon in cast bronze. It depicts a seated Virgin Mary holding a very young Jesus and an Angel holding a crucifix. It w...
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Russian Victorian Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Bronze

French Louis Philippe Style Miniature Armoire or Wall Cabinet
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century Century French Louis Philippe style miniature armoire or sample cabinet, hand-crafted of solid walnut with a mirrored door and dovetailed drawer. Interior has one adjustable shelf (replaced). Working lock and key. Chestnut as a secondary wood. Mirrored door with drawer below. All original and well constructed. May be used as a kitchen wall cabinet...
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French Louis Philippe Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Mirror, Walnut

c.1800 Portable English Orrery by W. Robinson
Located in Greenlawn, NY
c.1800 Portable English Orrery by W. Robinson The circular base is covered with a brightly decorated polychrome paper that shows the astrological houses, the months, visual displays...
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English Other Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Miniature of Napoleon I after Paul Delaroche in Period Frame
Located in Vero Beach, FL
19th century French miniature of Napoleon I after Paul Delaroche in period frame This is a miniature portrait painting on porcelain from the late 19th ...
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French Louis Philippe Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Rare AMERICAN OFFICER'S SWORD - pre Civil War
Located in TEYJAT, FR
This is a very rare American Officer's sword that dates back to the period before the American Civil War. The sword has a 79cm straight blade with a flat back, counter-edged and gut...
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French Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Baedeker's Germany Travel Guides 1897 & 1914 - a Pair
Located in Seguin, TX
Baedeker's Northern, 1897 and Southern Germany, 1914. Handbook for travelers by Karl Baedeker. Published by Baedeker, Leipzig, 1897/1914. Since the 1830's Baedeker set the standard ...
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German Grand Tour Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Antique Brass Nautical Maritime Plunger Operated Yacht Boat Fog Horn 27"
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 19th - early 20th century brass plunger operated fog horn. Cylindrical body with horn attached to one side, pierced lid, and round, black finial on the plunger. Pair of brackets...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

19th Century Northern Plains Hair Drop
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Northern Plains hair drop. Beaded blue with red accents. Quilled drops having tin cones and yellow feather fluffs with long black horsehair drop. Period: 19th century Origin: Great Plains - Northern Plains, Native American Size: 6" x 35" overall Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Native American, garments, Blackfeet, headdress, collectibles, antiques, Native American beadwork...
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American Native American Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Hide, Beads, Feathers

19th Century Medical Specimen
Located in London, GB
A 19th Century medical specimen, with articulated jaw and removable mandible and cranium cap. This example is of an old, aged female specimen as witho...
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Unknown Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Natural Fiber

19th Century Spaniard Silver Chalice
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a 19th century Spaniard Silver Chalice. It depicts a bell shaped cup supported by a a baluster like stem standing over a round three steps base...
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Spanish Neoclassical Revival Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver

Antique French embossed copper plate - Let the little children come to me
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Antique French copper work picturing Jesus Christ talking to children, illustrating famous "let the little children come to me" biblical recommandation. Early 19th century circa 1820...
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French Restauration Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Copper

Pair of 19th C. French Book Velum Containers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two containers made from antique velum books. They are triangular in shape, each adorned with a faded golden design against a lighter background. The diamond-shaped central motif, b...
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French French Provincial Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Parchment Paper

Nautical survey magnetic compass signed Elliott Bros London late 1800s
Located in Milan, IT
Rare magnetic nautical surveying compass, brass, late 19th century signed Elliott Bros London complete with leather case. This is a small compass, 7 cm diameter, typically used in re...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

19th Century Northern Plains Quilled Hair Drop
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Northern Plains quilled hair drop in white, red and green. Quilled parfleche slats decorated with fully quilled hide thongs ending in tin cones and horsehair. A band of [ink and blue beading at bottom, and black and blue faceted beads at top. 27"L Period: 19th century Origin: Great Plains - Northern Plains, Native American Size: 6" x 27" overall Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Native American, garments, Blackfeet, headdress, collectibles, antiques, Native American beadwork...
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American Native American Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Hide, Beads, Feathers

Cannocchiale ottone e cuoio messa fuoco a tre allunghi Inghilterra 1870 circa
Located in Milan, IT
Cannocchiale in ottone con impugnatura rivestita di cuoio e messa fuoco a tre allunghi. Manifattura inglese della seconda metà dell'800. Lunghezza massima cm 41, inches 16.1 minima c...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Memoirs of General William T. Sherman, First Edition, Two-Volume Set, 1875
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Sherman, William T. Memoirs of General W. T. Sherman, Written By Himself. New York: D. Appleton and Company, 1875. First edition. In two volumes. Rebound in quarter blue leather and cloth boards, with raised bands, gilt tooling, and gilt titles to the spine, new marbled endpapers. New custom archival cloth slipcase with Sherman portrait inlay. Presented is a first edition printing of The Memoirs of General W. T. Sherman. This two volume book set was published by D. Appleton and Company, in New York, in 1875. It is presented here, rebound in striking quarter blue leather and cloth boards, with raised bands, gilt tooling, and gilt titles to the spine, new marbled endpapers, and a custom archival cloth slipcase to fit both books. Ten years after the end of the Civil War, Sherman became the first General to publish his memoirs of that period. He began writing his account in 1872 and the two volumes were published by D. Appleton and Company in the spring of 1875. According to the publisher’s prospectus, the two volume set was originally offered in four different bindings, including fine blue cloth, green cloth, full sheepskin, and half blue moroccan leath. Sherman explains his motivations for writing in the preface of Volume I: “Nearly ten years have passed since the close of the civil war in America, and yet no satisfactory history thereof is accessible to the public;…. What is now offered is not designed as a history of the war, or even as a complete account of all the incidents in which the writer bore a part, but merely his recollection of events, corrected by a reference to his own memoranda, which may assist the future historian when he comes to describe the whole, and account for the motives and reasons which influenced some of the actors in the grand drama of war.” His two volume account touches briefly on his early life, including his time at West Point, his life in and out of the army in Florida, California, New York, Kansas, and Louisiana. Yet the bulk of the writing is focused on the Civil War. “Written with the propulsive energy and intelligence that marked his campaigns” his memoir provides firsthand accounts of Shiloh, Vicksburg, Chattanooga, the infamous Atlanta campaign, and his march to the sea through Georgia and the Carolinas. The memoir describes striking incidents and anecdotes and collects dozens of his incisive and often outspoken wartime orders and reports. Throughout it all, Sherman is quite frank in describing the rights and wrongs of the campaigns he saw, writing without much concern for the feelings or experiences of others. This complex self-portrait of an innovative and relentless American general provides for a vivid read and an exceptional Civil War account. CONDITION: Good condition. First edition. In two volumes. Beautifully restored and rebound. Quarter blue leather and cloth boards, with raised bands, gilt tooling, and gilt titles to the spine, new marbled endpapers. Paper is okay to good, with toning as to be expected. Scattered spots and smudges. Inscribed twice by previous owner, inscription on the top of the Note page of Vol I and on the full title page of Vol II. Large "Military Map...
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American Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather, Paper

Barometro aneroide marino inglese in rovere fine '800 firmato John Barker & C.
Located in Milan, IT
Antico barometro aneroide marino inglese della fine dell'800 in legno di rovere scolpito come una cima, ottone e vetro. Firmato John Barker & C Ltd Kensingotn. Buono stato. Funziona...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

The Holy Bible, Standard Edition, Illustrated Family Bible, 1885
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
The “Standard” Edition of The Holy Bible, Containing the Old and New Testaments and Apocrypha, Translated out of the Original Tongues, Together with Cruden’s Complete Concordance… and Revised New Testament, with Many Other Important and Useful Aids to the Study of the Holy Scriptures, All Written to Increase the Interest in and Simplify the Study of the Word of God. Syracuse: Bible Publishing House, 1885. Standard Edition. Illustrated with steel and wood engravings and chromolithographs. Large quarto, with original full leather carved and gilded boards. Gilded edges and pewter clasps. Presented with a custom-made archival clamshell box. Presented is a beautifully restored and exquisitely bound Holy Bible from 1885. This family bible was published by the Bible Publishing House, in Syracuse, New York. It contains both the Old and New Testaments, and the Apocrypha and Cruden’s Complete Concordance. It also boasts 100,000 marginal references and readings, Dr. William Smith’s “Standard Bible Dictionary,” a complete history of all the books of the bible, biblical scenery, and “Manners and Customs of the Ancients.” For studying, it includes “Bible Aids for Social and Private Prayer,” the history of translation of the bible, a history of all religious denominations, “Psalms in Meter,” and a “Teachers’ Bible Textbook.” It is decorated with stunning full and half page illustrations, printed as steel engravings, wood engravings, and chromolithographs, illustrating scenes in the life of Christ, bible text events from Genesis to Revelation, natural history, and several maps of the Holy Land engraved by L.B Folger. It also contains a stunning dedication page, a marriage license...
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American Late Victorian Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Paper

Gold Rush Era Masterpiece: The Tallis & Rapkin Rare Map of Pre-Queensland, 1851
Located in Langweer, NL
The image is an original historical map of Australia from the year 1851, created by John Rapkin with illustrations by J. Marchant and engravings by J. B. Allen. The map was published...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Large Pair of Antique Bronze Egyptian Priest & Priestess Sculptures By E. Bouret
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning pair of antique bronze statues of the highest quality. If you are interested in exceptional antiques in general and in Egyptian Revival antiques in particular then this stu...
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French Egyptian Revival Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century French 10 Litre Wooden Fruit Measure This large measure is made in
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
19th Century French 10 Litre Wooden Fruit Measure This large measure is made in beech, it is cylindrical in shape with iron banding and central frame, it is in good used condition a...
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Rustic Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Beech

An Architectural Model of a Gothic Pinnacle France
Located in Chonburi, TH
This architectural model is a stunning representation of a Gothic pinnacle from France, standing at an impressive height of 51 cm. Crafted with meticul...
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French Gothic Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Oak

Early 19th c.Medical Teaching Device- Shadowboxed Wax Fetus Models c.1800-1850
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Two early 19th century British wax models of a fetuses with attached placenta. Used as a medical teaching device. Numbered and attached to a velvet background. In a sealed woo...
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Mid-Century Modern Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood, Velvet

1872 Chambers's Miscellany of Instructive and Entertaining Tracts - 8 Volumes
Located in Morristown, NJ
8 of 10 volumes (2-7 and 9-10) Chambers's Miscellany of Instructive & Entertaining Tracts New and Revised Edition, printed 1872 by W. & R. Chambers, Edinburgh. Uniformly bound in hal...
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Scottish Edwardian Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Paper

Original Map of Greece at the Time of the Dorian Migration, Published in 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
The map titled "GRAECIA TEMPORI MIGRATIONIS DORICAE," translates to "Greece at the Time of the Dorian Migration." This map showcases the regions of ancient Greece during the period f...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Large Silver Repouse Antique Shoe Slipper Estate Find
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful ornate silver shoe slipper, exterior has overall hand chased repouse scroll and shell designs, pierced lace front, applied laces and large bow, German 800 silver; marks on ...
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German Victorian Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver

A Pair of Antique Transitional Long Nose Golf Clubs, Woods.
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Antique Scared Head Charles Ramage Woods. An elegant pair of transitional scared head beech wood hickory golf clubs by Charles Ramage, Brighton & Hove Golf Club (1888 - 1902). This great looking pair of usable scared head clubs, driver and brassie, have polished golden club heads, lead weight to the rear, traditional insert along the leading edge of the sole, brassie with full brass sole plate, both heads stamped 'C Ramage'. The original hickory shafts fitted with good hide grips with thick underlisting. Approximate head size of Driver (front club) :- a = 9 cm b = 3.4 cm c = 5 cm Club is 110 cm in length and has an approximate 5° Loft. Swing weight D-9. Approximate head size of Brassie (rear club):- a = 7 cm b = 3.5 cm c = 4.9 cm Club is 109 cm length and has an approximate 8° Loft. Swing weight E-2. This is a great example of a pair of a scared head golf clubs from the 1890's in excellent usable condition. The early clubs are made with a hickory shaft glued to the head by means of a splice or scare joint. This joint is then further strengthened by whipping with a pitched thread. All beautifully hand made by craftsmen of the time. Charles Ramage born 2nd September 1856 in North Berwick, son of William Ramage, quarryman and his wife Ann Greig. Charles was a plasterer to trade and during the season he was a licensed caddie on the West Links. He resided with his mother, step-brother Andrew Denholm and Charles Gibson at 42 Westgate, (now No.47) North Berwick. Charles Gibson, a 22-year-old golf clubmaker from Musselburgh was employed by Tom Dunn in his workshop beside the first tee on the West Links, North Berwick. Charles Ramage's sister Helen born 5th June 1853 married Charles Gibson in the Abbey Church, North Berwick on 30th December 1881 and they set up home at 27 Westgate, North Berwick before moving to Devon in 1889. Charles 'Chas' Ramage's neighbour at 41 Westgate was Tom Arundel, a clubmaker who was the first player to enter the Open Championship from North Berwick in 1879. The adjacent property was occupied by Ben Sayers and his family for a short period. Charles Ramage married Bessie Scotland from Kinross in 1884 and they resided at 23 Quality Street, North Berwick. In 1886 Charles Ramage worked as a clubmaker with Tom Dunn and was a fine 'bulger' maker (a driving club with a convex face). In 1888 he was the first professional and clubmaker to be appointed to the newly opened nine-hole-course at Brighton & Hove Golf Club. In 1891 the members organised a professional tournament played for £10. The field included Charles Ramage, Douglas Rolland, Peter Paxton (winner), Tom Dunn, Charles Gibson, George Douglas, David Pinkerton, Alex. Alexander, Ramsay Hunter, Rowland Jones. During this period Charles and Bessie resided in Cowpie Road, before they moved to 49 Fonthill Road, Hove, Sussex. In 1891 Charles was joined at Brighton by his step-brother Andrew Denholm as his assistant. The course commanded stunning views over the Sussex Downs and was served by the Brighton & Dyke Railway. Andrew Denholm born 23 September 1861, in Edinburgh son of George Denholm, gardener and his wife Ann Ramage. Andrew Denholm was an original member of the PGA and played in the Open Championship in 1900 and 1904. Charles Ramage died suddenly in 1893 aged 36 years and Andrew Denholm took over as professional and clubmaker at Brighton & Hove. In 1908, Andrew Denholm played in an exhibition match with James Braid...
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British Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood, Beech, Hickory

The Roman Empire from the Time of Constantine the Great, Published in 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled: "IMPERIUM ROMANORUM inde a Constantini Magni tempore," which translates to "The Roman Empire from the time of Constantine the Great." This map is designed to re...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

John Muir Editor, Picturesque California, The Rocky Mountains & Pacific Slope
Located in San Francisco, CA
A first edition 10 volume folio set of Picturesque California and the Region West of the Rocky Mountains edited by John Muir, the famous American author and naturalist printed in 188...
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American Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

18th Century Cartographic Depiction of Upper India and Ceylon, 1835
Located in Langweer, NL
An exquisite set of two maps, 'Carte de la Partie Superieure De L'Inde en de Cadu Gange,' masterfully crafted by the renowned 18th-century French cartographer, Charles Marie Rigobert...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Lithography Map, Isle of Thanet, Kent, English, Cartography, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique lithography map of The Isle of Thanet in Kent. An English, framed atlas engraving of cartographic interest, dating to the mid 19th century and later. Superb litho...
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British Victorian Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Ancient Realms of Northeast Africa: Arabia, Ethiopia, and Egypt, Published 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
This map, titled "ARABIA, AETHIOPIA, AEGYPTUS," illustrates the regions of ancient Arabia, Ethiopia, and Egypt. Features that make this map interesting include: 1. **Geographical ...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Roman Frontiers Engraved: Germania, Raetia, and Noricum, Published in 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
The map, titled "GERMANIA, RAETIA, NORICUM," depicts the regions of Germania, Raetia, and Noricum, which correspond to parts of modern-day Central and Eastern Europe, including areas of Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and the Balkans. Features of the map include: 1. **Regional Divisions**: The map is divided into the regions of Germania, Raetia, and Noricum, each likely differentiated by color or shading. 2. **Topography**: It details the mountain ranges, rivers, and other geographical features of the region. The Alps, which are central to Raetia, are prominently displayed. 3. **Roman Settlements and Roads**: The map likely marks Roman...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of The Kingdom of Alexander the Great, Published in 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
The map is titled "ALEXANDRI MAGNI REGNUM," which translates to "The Kingdom of Alexander the Great." It depicts the vast territories conquered by Alexander the Great during his reig...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Original Antique Print of Relics of Bonnie Prince Charlie. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of relics belonging to Charles Edward Stuart, Bonnie Prince Charlie Fine steel engraving by Charles Lawrie Published by Blackie, Edinburgh,Circa 1880 Unframed.
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English Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Leather Wrapped "Paris Jockey Club" French Binoculars, Late 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Stamped "Jockey Club Paris"
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French Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather

Antique Lithography Map, Bedfordshire, English, Framed Engraving, Cartography
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique lithography map of Bedfordshire. An English, framed atlas engraving of cartographic interest, dating to the mid 19th century and...
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British Victorian Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Bronze primitive Christian crucifix "Nkangi Kiditu" made by Bakongo people DRC
Located in Leuven , BE
This crucifix, cast in solid bronze, is known as a Nkangi Kiditu, qui signifie « Christ protecteur », and is from the Kongo people of the Congo. Christ is portrayed with his head inclined to the left, his eyes closed and his mouth shut. The right ankle over the left, with a small loin cloth cast, the nipples marked and with radiating geometric patterns to denote his ribs and hair. The Christ figure is stylized, the face severely abstracted and hands and feet treated as fanlike forms.The Portuguese presence in the coastal regions of west Africa in the 15th and 16th centuries saw the local tribal people absorb European influence. The Kingdom of Kongo, founded in the 14th century, has some of the earliest Christian influence in sub-Saharan Africa. The conversion to Christianity in 1512 of King Alfoso I of the Kongo saw the subsequent creation by Kongolese bronze casters of Christian crucifixes...
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Congolese Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass, Bronze

Blushing Marotte, England circa 1890
Located in Culver City, CA
Blushing Marotte England circa 1890 Hand painted paper mache marotte head. 6”w x 8”d x 14”h
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English Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

19th century thermometer in original case
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century thermometer in original case circa 1890. Fine quality thermometer which measures between -45 degrees centigrade and +50. In ful...
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Swedish Victorian Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Glass

Historical Map of Canaan with Insets of Jerusalem and Surrounding Regions, 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
The map titled "CANAAN" depicts the historical region known as Canaan, located in the Levant, which corresponds to modern-day Israel, Palestinian territories, Lebanon, and parts of S...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Cast Iron Half Horse Head, Door Stop
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Cast Iron Half Horse Head, Door Stop This lovely piece has been cast in one piece, the interior is hollow but it is still a very heavy and stable piece and would make a very attract...
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Rustic Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Iron

The World in the Assyrian Empire's Era: A Historical Map, Published in 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
This map from the "Spruner-Menke Atlas Antiquus" is titled "ORBIS TERRARVM regni Assyrii tempore," which translates to "The World at the Time of the Assyrian Kingdom." It depicts the...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Ancient Iberia: Hispania Map from Spruner-Menke Atlas Antiquus, 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
This map is titled "HISPANIA," indicating it is a historical map of ancient Spain. It is an original antique map from the "Spruner-Menke Atlas Antiquus," a 19th-century historical a...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Set of 14 Antique French Leather Binding Books for Decoration
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A set of 14 antique French books These books can beautifully decorate your bookcase or office. The leather spines with gold print are in good cond...
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French Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Paper

Levant in Antiquity: Lands of Phoenicia, Judea, and Neighboring Kingdoms, 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
The map is titled "PHOENICE, COELESYRIA, IDUMAEA, JUDAEA MACCABAEORUM TEMPORE," which translates to "Phoenicia, Coele-Syria, Idumea, Judea at the Time of the Maccabees." This origi...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Antique Hand Carved Large Size Statue of Saint Joseph and Child Jesus Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
Large and high quality carved antique sculpture of Joseph holding the child Jesus. If you are looking for a great value for money, work of religious art then this quality carved church relic could be gracing your home or monastery or house of prayer soon. This may not have been carved out of the most expensive or hard woodtype, but that is not what this antique is about. This striking and meaningful sculpture is all about the natural manner in which both the little boy Jesus and Saint Joseph have been hand-carved out of wood and how an accomplished sculptor clearly has spent a whole lot of time, focus and dedication to get the details of this large and meaningful sculpture very right. In this case, the hands and feet, the curly hair, the serene facial expressions, the perfectly natural body postures AND the perfect draping of the cloths are the most eye-catching details. Ones that most mortals would never be able to create like this and it will have taken this skilled artisan weeks rather than days to create. We believe that this unique antique is made of basswood or pine and it has been hand patinated (original). This was probably done to make the entire sculpure look more warm and calm (no wood grains taking away anything from the beautiful details we described). This meaningful and quality crafted work of religious art is ready for you to enjoy and, to us, it breathes a holy serenity and beauty that will never fail to impress. No matter where you decide to have it on display, this ecclesiastical antique will never fail to impress and if you already have a place in mind for 'them' then maybe you should be their next custodian. Mind you, our price for this hand carved antique church statue...
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European Gothic Revival Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood, Pine

Original Antique Map of Greece and Epirus after the Persian Wars, Published 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
The map titled "GRAECIA, EPIRUS post bella Persica," translates to "Greece and Epirus after the Persian Wars." It covers the regions of ancient Greece and Epirus following the Greco-Persian Wars, a series of conflicts between the Greek city-states and the Persian Empire during the 5th century BC. What makes this map interesting: 1. **Historical Context**: The period after the Persian Wars was pivotal for ancient Greece, leading to the rise of Athens as a major power and the Golden Age of Athens. 2. **Inset Maps**: Detailed insets, such as the one showing the Acropolis of Athens, provide close-up views of historically significant locations. 3. **Topography**: It features the diverse terrain of Greece, from the rugged mountain ranges to the intricate coastlines and islands, influencing the development of Greek city-states. 4. **City-States**: The map likely details the various polis or city-states, such as Athens, Sparta, Thebes, and others, which played critical roles in the Persian Wars. 5. **Battle Sites**: It might mark important battle sites from the wars, like Marathon, Thermopylae, Salamis, and Plataea. 6. **Latin Labels**: The use of Latin for place names and descriptions adds to the map's scholarly quality. 7. **Cultural Landmarks**: The map may include locations of significant cultural and historical landmarks from the era, such as temples, theatres, and agoras. This map is from the "Spruner-Menke Atlas Antiquus," compiled by Karl Spruner von Merz and edited by Theodorus Menke. The atlas, known for its detailed maps of historical and ancient geographies, was a significant educational tool in the 19th century. The Greco-Persian Wars, which included famous battles such as Marathon and Salamis, were crucial for the preservation of Greek independence...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of The Regions of Italy and Sicily during the Roman Empire, 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
This map is an original antique engraving titled "ITALIAE REGIONES IIII SICILIA," which translates to "The Regions of Italy and Sicily." This detailed historical map portrays the reg...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Cabinet Maker's Drawing Book, Thomas Sheraton, English, Georgian, C.1812
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique copy of the Cabinet Maker's Drawing Book by Thomas Sheraton. An English, bound reference guide, dating to the Georgian period, published 1793. Highly influential ...
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British Georgian Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Empires of Antiquity: The Persian Realm and Beyond Engraved, Published in 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
The map is titled "ORBIS TERRARUM regni Persici tempore," which translates from Latin to "The World at the Time of the Persian Empire." This map is particularly interesting for sever...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Roman Balkans: Pannonia, Illyricum, Dacia, Moesia, Thracia, Macedonia and Thyris
Located in Langweer, NL
This original antique map showcases the Roman provinces in the Balkan region and parts of Central and Eastern Europe. The title "PANNONIA, ILLYRICUM DACIA, MOESIA, THRACIA, MACEDONIA...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Imperium Romanum: A Detailed Map of the Roman Empire in its Zenith, 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
This original antique map, titled "IMPERIVM ROMANVM", is a detailed depiction of the Roman Empire at the height of its power. The main map encompasses the vast expanse of the Roman t...
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Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

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