Antique French Toy

Rare 100 year old French toy in it's original box depicting two acrobats attached to a wire frame with brown barrel weights, cascading down a green metal ladder.

It is also very similar to several French toys noted in "Antique Toys" by Jeffrey Levitt, and the young lady's face is almost identical to the bisque face on a French toy referenced ...

Charming wooden toy horse, always a great decorative item in a child’s room.

This butterfly metal toy originates from France, 1920s.

This wind up jeep car is an original vintage metal toy. Unknown manufacturer and age. Functioning but lightly damaged mechanisms. Not in perfect conditions. This object ...

This Wind up Circus Performer is an original vintage toy. Vintage wind up mechanical toy representing a circus performer. Made in tin by the Italian company Lima. Model n. 1302...

Papier Mache Elephant France, 1880 Papier mâché figure of an elephant with wooden tusks and glass eyes, on a rectangular wooden base with metal wheels. 21”L x 7.5”d x 14”h Ref. O2247

Little pine doll cabinet with a mirror and a drawer. The door, the mirror and the drawer are are surrounded by bamboo frames Antique condition, but few traces of age and use. Shipp...

Impressive, large scale metal model of a red lorry truck. France, circa late 1920s.

Little elm burl doll cabinet. A great deal of care has gone into making this toy so that it closely resembles the real thing. The mirror on the door is bevelled, the shelving area is...

Charming antique cast iron children's stove dating from the early 1900s, a wonderful example of the finely crafted toys of the period. Faithfully reproducing the appearance of full-s...

Circa 1860/1900 France Beautiful dress for doll or young girl and its reticule from the Second French Empire period in black silk moire embroidered with a fine pattern of leafy stem...

Beautiful antique French pajama dog, French Loulou dog, real fur over paper mache!

French vintage lovely 1920 antique painted rocking horse. Measures: Height 51cm, depth 40cm, width 115cm.

Vintage French Skittle Game ‘Jeu de Quilles de Neuf’,circa 1920. Hand painted, turned pins with wonderful aged patina. Complete set of nine pins with original ball.

This authentic collection of antique French boules represents a traditional form of pétanque balls widely used in Southern Europe before the introduction of modern solid metal versi...

A beautifully timeworn children’s ride-on toy crafted in the evocative shape of a swan, likely dating back to the early to mid-20th century. With layers of cracked white paint reveal...

19th century carved wooden rocking horse on a working rocker. This piece has good proportions and a patina with original glass eyes.  

Early 19th Century Marionette Puppets A rare untouched example of two hand crafted early 19th century marionette puppets, likely to be French in origin. Their heads made from ca...

Late 19th century Napoleonic prisoner of war dominos 31 A good example of a late 19th Century Napoleonic prisoner of war (POW) hand carved set of 31 dominos, in a sliding painted ...

This collection contains seven marine soldiers in various poses with typical uniforms. All figures are hand painted and are standing on their own base. Circa 1940.

Napoleonic Prisoner of war casket Dominoes set We share what we love, and we love this early 19th century Napoleonic prisoner of war casket dominos set. One of the most detailed a...

This children's tricycle has seen its best days a long time ago, however, it has retained all its charm and magic. The face, the handles and the wheels are made out of rusty metal. T...

This type of 19th century French velocipede tricycle horse was originally designed by Jean Louis Gourdoux of Paris between 1850 and 1910 which at the time was one of the most sought ...

We found this wonderful 19th century French Marionette in Rouen France. The puppet, and its art form, have been a mainstay of French cultural life for hundreds of years and is integr...

We found this wonderful 19th century French marionette in Rouen France. The puppet, and its art form, have been a mainstay of French cultural life for hundreds of years and is integr...

Fabulous rare 19th century automaton. Most likely made in France at the end of the 19th century. She is a real beauty and in remarkable condition for her age. She is made of porcelai...

A French papier-mâché growler bulldog with pull chain which makes a growler noise when pulled. Circa 1900, France.

A fine French velocipede or child's toy horse tricycle from the 19th century, featuring a body of carved wood with brushed steel face-plate and glass eyes, resting on spoke wheels wi...

An exquisite antique French photo frame from the Belle Époque era, richly adorned with ornate gilt metal detailing and elevated on elegant ball feet. The thick bevelled crystal glass...

Rare, very original, full set of twelve late 19th Century French Guignol puppets.  Hand carved painted heads and hand made traditional costumes. Guignol is the main character in a F...

A hand-carved wooden bowl with nine antique nail-studded iron boules that were used for boule Lyonnaise or pétanque games. Each ball was handcrafted with densely packed nails that gi...

A dark red model truck of an antique French lorry with opening doors and removable back part, in good condition. Hand crafted in wood and hand painted. Minor fading, due to age. Wear...

This is a beautiful vintage French blond polychromed rocking horse, circa 1940 in date.   The intricately carved and hand-painted horse displaying a remarkable attention to detail wi...

A beautifully preserved antique French Victorian doll bed crafted in finely turned wood and raised on original small casters.

A French rustic wooden sled from the 19th century with curving extremities. Charming our eyes with its rustic appearance and nicely weathered patina, this French sled is made of simp...

An elegant antique French illustrated book titled Aventures de Deux Écoliers, written by Paul Cerville and published in Paris by Librairie Gedalge in 1925. This edition features a s...

A Wonderful Old French Pull Along Circus Elephant Our charming fellow has a a very worn felt coat/saddle and a matching head dress, he sits on red tin wheels, he has a delightful i...

A beautifully illustrated antique French book titled Mon Ami L’Oiseau Bleu by Guy Chantepleure, published by Maison Alfred Mame et Fils in Tours. This charming volume dates to the la...

A charming antique French illustrated children’s book titled Voyez Comme on Danse: Chansons de Jeu et Rondes Enfantines, featuring music by Gabriel Pierné and delightful illustration...

A beautiful and authentic antique French opera score of Faust by Charles Gounod, published by Choudens in Paris. This large-format edition features the complete vocal and piano score...

Louis XV style miniature sterling silver doll furniture (table & chair set) with cherubs, foliate and scroll designs made by Edwin Thompson Bryant of London in 1897.   

A fine pair of 18th century style wooden painted “Pandora” fashion dolls, a man and a woman, each holding a firearm at their feet, dressed in opulent historically inspired clothing o...

Pair of 1920s French toy carousel horses mounted as lamps, original patina., bases covered in leather.

The popularity of the breed led to these almost life sized and very life like toys being made in great numbers. After all, if one couldn't obtain a French Bulldog, the next best thin...

**Musical Doll Germany on Rod with Porcelain Head – M3749** This doll bears the inscription **“Germany N°190209”** on the back of the neck. The **musical mechanism is located inside...

Papier-mâché and fabric bust depicting an Elegant Woman Art Deco France 1920s

Papier-mâché and fabric bust depicting an Elegant Woman Art Deco France 1920, a very rare and historically interesting object of Fashion and dress design.

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This delightful piece is perfect for collectors of antique dolls' furniture and miniature furnishings, and a stunning addition to any vintage toy or French country collection.

Carved wood miniature settee with very fine quality carving and a needlepoint cushion. French, early 20th century.

Bilboquet in turned boxwood, period, end of the 18th century. Dual use with point and ball. Beautiful patina of use. Total height 15 cm, ball diameter 4.8 cm.

Antique French cage with singing automaton bird This vintage French songbird mechanical automaton is a beautiful collectible that will add charm to any room. Made in France, it dates...

Rocking Horse in Painted Wood Keywords: children's accessories, rustic, French country

19th century miniature beech and ash hoop back kitchen chair A delightful piece, this chair it may be tiny but it has the most wonderful look, a great patina and charm. The chair...

19th century, little bicycle made of solid wood with pedals, adjustable seat and stable front part.

A lovely baby gift or wedding gift. A sterling silver teddy beat with a wonderful teething ring with a rattler inside the bear. Could, of course, be practical or as a decorative pi...

An incredibly charming tumbling acrobat toy made in France by M.P.F Paris. c.1920. A decorative and fully functional piece.

Art Deco era hand sculpted and painted toy soldier table lamp. Jumbo size standing over 4-1/2 feet tall.

& Cie was a prominent French toy manufacturer known for these mechanical racing games, often dated between the 1890s and 1910s.