Amazing Antiques Antiquities

Circa 1930's bamboo walking stick from Germany. There are two badges on it, one from Krippen and one from Pfaffenstein. These are badges hikers would earn when walking across the c...

Walking stick: ivory carved handle. The handle depicts a rifle, a dog head and an hunting bag. Ebony wood shaft. Silver ring. Ivory ferrule. England circa 1880. (SHIP TO EU ONLY)

Early 20th century hickory thorn walking stick from Europe. This walking stick has 12 badges, which were acquired by the hiker going from village to village and earning those souven...

An impressive antique shell or cordite carrier featuring a royal crest, later used as a stick stand. Originally for ceremonial use in a royal artillery, this early 20th century piec...

Circa 1940-1960 hickory walking stick with three badges. These badges were earned while walking through towns in the mountainous regions of Germany and Switzerland. The badges are ...

Walking stick: carved ivory knob depicting a dog's head with an open mouth. Eyes in glass paste. Brass ring. Bamboo wood shaft. Brass ferrule. England circa 1890. (SHIP ONLY IN EU)

Beautiful, unique Boule set of three Boule balls and one target ball, France, late 19th century. In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as the game of boules, particularly the pétanque variant, gained in popularity. The manufacture of boules balls during this period was a manual process that required expertise, precision and love to detail. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in rural areas of France and other Mediterranean regions, olive wood was a commonly used source of material for making boules balls. This was not only due to the availability of the material, but also to the outstanding properties of olive wood, which was characterized by hardness, strength and a rich grain. First, the olive wood was carefully selected and shaped into raw balls, which were then sanded to the desired size and shape. The nails were then hammered into the balls one by one, making sure that they were evenly distributed and firmly anchored. Finally, the spheres were polished and coated with a protective varnish to enhance their natural beauty and protect them from the elements. The use of nails to decorate and reinforce olive wood boules was a traditional practice that not only gave the ball a rustic aesthetic, but also improved its durability and contributed to customization. Many balls were made according to the specific requirements and preferences of the players. Nails were driven at regular intervals around the ball, with each nail hole precisely placed so as not to affect the balance and weight distribution of the ball. These nails not only served as a decorative element, but also helped to strengthen the structure of the ball and make it more resistant to the hard knocks and wear and tear during play. Individual engravings or decorations were often applied to the balls to make them unique and identify the player. Antique boules...

19th century Swiss Black Forest carved brass dinner gong suspended by two trees each having a carved climbing bear. Very neat and unique piece of Bla...

Gadget System stick: stick with lighter function. Ebony wood barrel, ivory knob with silver monogram in relief carved with letters N and H, metal ferrule. By unscrewing the knob a li...

Ten carpet balls crafted in stoneware, decorated and glazed in several different colors and designs including a white cue ball.

A Victorian wooden sled, the type one often finds on vintage European Christmas cards. Designed for a child, it can be pushed or pulled. You can al...

Cast iron, bronze and wood book press. Great design.