James Freeman Gallery Collectibles and Curiosities

Antique map titled 'Carte du Brésil'. Large map of Brazil, with small fold out. This map originates from 'Atlas de Géographie Moderne Physique et Politiq...

A modern grand tour souvenir gilded plaster model of the Temple of Vespasian, circa 1950s. 8 by 8 by 25 ¼ inches tall

A very attractive pair of Italian Grand Tour black marble obelisks. Detailed hieroglyphics to the front side, on a green marble plinth. Minor corner chips to both obelisks, otherwise...

Manufactured in 1884 by the Shepard Hardware Company in Buffalo, New York, this cast iron mechanical bank measures 7 1/8" long and is in excellent all original condition and paint, especially considering that the Shepard Company did not use a primer rendering their surface more vulnerable than say, the Steven's Company. There is no touch up or repaint, and no restoration of any kind. Colors of bright red on the dress, flesh tones, tan colored dog, and maroon base are all very bright and crisp. The bank is accompanied by the original wooden box in which it was originally shipped; a very special find and charming piece of Americana. Rare to find the original box. The bank and box came directly from an estate and the original owner, and I have owned it since then for over 35 years. The theme of the bank depicts a young Victorian girl playing with her golden retriever. It is one of only four antique mechanical banks...

Italian Grand Tour model of the ancient Temple of Vespasian located in the Roman Forum, Rome. Carved from alabaster, this is a handsome example of a souvenir carving which would have been collected by a European or American sophisticate making a Grand Tour of the ancient sites of Italy. This wonderful architectural miniature is evocative of another time and place. Roma Templo Di Vespasiano' etched into the black marble base. It has been drilled to be wired, not the first time I have owned one of these that had been mounted as a lamp. The Temple of Vespasian and Titus is located in Rome at the western end of the Roman Forum between the Temple of Concordia and the Temple of Saturn...

Marquette of the temple of Castor and Pollux Bronze with marble base 19th century 13.2 x 7.2 x 2.7 cm Base: 1.2 cm high

This exceptional singing bird cylinder music box is a wonder of Austrian mechanical ingenuity. Not only does it play a selection of classical airs with remarkable tone and clarity, but its lush sound is accompanied by a colorful, singing bird automaton...

A wonderful third quarter 19th century Italian 'grand tour' ancient marbles specimen plaque in original silver-gilt frame.

Vintage Schmid Walt Disney jointed Pinocchio music box that plays The Entertainer / Made in Japan circa 1990s Dimensions when sitting: height 6 inches, depth 4 inches, width 5.5 inch...

An exception Early Thomas Edison Model A Cylinder Phonograph with original horn, tube cabinet & 93 records. Phonograph box and cabinet are made from oak in Late Victorian manner wit...

Grand Tour Roman Temple Souvenir – A Timeless Masterpiece in Blackened Wood. Transport yourself to the grandeur of classical antiquity with this exquisite Grand Tour Roman Temple So...

Achitectural Model of the Temple of Saturn Roman Forum Bronze and Marble Grand Tour 9 x 8 x 3.3 cm Base: 1.2 cm