Paper Furniture

This is a fan which was made in Japan around 1980s in Showa era. This is made with a paper and bamboos. This fan has a lot of stains. Japanese fans are made of paper on a bamboo ...

La Pérouse Alaska Tlingit Costume Engraving – French Expedition, 1797 A rare and historically significant late 18th-century engraving depicting the indigenous inhabitants of Port de...

Antique Danish Horse Portrait 1898, Scandinavian Equesestrian Wall Art This original antique colour lithograph from 1898 depicts No. 36. Le C...

Original vintage travel poster - Sports D'Hiver En France Courchevel (Savoie) / Winter Sports in France Courchevel - featuring a photograph of skiers enjoying the sunny outdoor terr...

Michèle Cascella was an Italian artist renowned for his post-impressionist landscape paintings. Inspired by the works of Vincent Van Gogh, Raoul Dufy, and Maurice Utrillo, Cascella e...

Antique Flying Fox Bat Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, 1816 This remarkable early 19th-century hand-colored lithograph by the celebrated Swiss natural history artist Karl Josep...

Karl Blossfeldt — Framed Photogravure: Natural Grace, 1942 A striking Karl Blossfeldt photogravure from the 1942 edition of Wunder in der Natur. Retaining its original condition, i...

A striking set of the complete deluxe editions of the 'Harry Potter' series, beautiful editions published from 1999-2007. 'Goblet of Fire' signed by J. K. Rowling. The first deluxe ...

A superb original 1967 Polish poster for Warsaw Zoo, designed by Waldemar Swierzy. The design is wonderfully bold and unusual, with the strong graph...

Early 19th century Japanese Edo/Tokugawa period four panel folding byobu table screen featuring peony, prunus, and magnolia. Painted with ink and natural color pigments on silk with ...

Japanese Two-Panel Screen: Snow Scene on the Marsh This Japanese two-panel screen, dating to the Edo period (circa 1700), depicts a tranquil winter marsh inhabited by a heron amid s...

Presented is an 1862 Civil War song sheet by E. W. Locke. The folio broadside sheet includes two songs, “McClellan is Our Man” and “Song of the Volunteers," as well as several stanza...

Screen with free-standing structure in corrugated paper-board extracted from pure cellulose. Completely recyclable and non-pollutive. Upper and lower edges in techno-polymer in matte black. Terminal stiffening components in brushed die-cast aluminium. Born near Milan in 1951, after a degree in architecture at Politecnico he has worked mainly in the field of interior design, although jewellery design was another major interest. In 1994 he won the Compasso d’Oro award for Cartoons screen...

Offered here for your consideration is a vintage original Earl MacPherson pastel painting of a pin-up girl. Depicting a blond, smiling, nude pin-up girl dressed only with two larg...

Classic Textile Designs by M. Dupont-Auberville. Hardcover book with dustjacket. Published in 1989 by Portland House of New York. Printed and bound in Hong Kong. Illustrated.

Original vintage travel poster - Come to New Zealand This Summer! - featuring a great design by the renowned New Zealand artist and designer Marcus King (1891-1983) depicting a geyse...

This is an 18th-century Dutch map of Martinique, titled *Het Westindisch Eiland Martinique*. The map was produced by Isaak Tirion, a renowned Dutch cartographer and publisher known for his precise and beautifully crafted maps. The cartouche in the lower left corner, adorned with decorative elements, adds to the aesthetic appeal of the map. ### Key Features: - Martinique: The map offers detailed topographical information of the island, including mountains, rivers, and settlements. - Geographical Details: Locations such as Fort Royal, Bay de St. Pierre, and Point de Cloche are marked, showcasing significant features of the island. - Cartouche: The ornate cartouche, featuring tropical plants, reflects the importance of the island's agricultural production during the colonial period, particularly its sugar plantations. This map captures Martinique during its time as a French colony and provides valuable insight into the island’s layout and strategic significance in the Caribbean. The attention to coastal detail highlights the importance of Martinique as a hub of maritime activity. The map’s combination of aesthetic elegance and cartographic precision makes it a remarkable piece for collectors and those interested in Caribbean colonial...

Parasol & Boletes Mushrooms – Antique Botanical Lithograph Set, 1885 This attractive two-plate set of large-format botanical lithographs illustrates a diverse range of European ...

This is a bonsai creation by Japanese artist Yumiko Kuwahata. It is made from washi paper, clay, and fabric. The ceramic vessels are personally selected by the artist, who visits ki...

Description Kawase Hasui - Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto, woodblock, 1933, published by The S. Watanabe Color Print Co., with the 7mm and Heisei seals, 15.25" x 10.25". This item is in ex...

Elegant hand-watercoloured print representing "Iris". This botanical style print is available in 6 different natural representations to create a bright and joyful composition. In se...

Mid-Century Japanese Six-Panel Byōbu/Screen Depicting Kimonos and Obi Draped on an Ikō Rack A beautifully composed Japanese six-panel byōbu screen depicting an elegant assemblage of...

Nova Belgica et Anglia Nova, Blaeu c.1642 – Early New York Map This important and highly decorative map of the northeastern coast of North America is among the most attractive and h...

Original vintage poster by Zulla, for the Izarra liquor, printed in 1934. Artist: Zulla Title: Liqueur Izarra Date: 1934 Size (w x h): 31.1 x 46.5 in / 79 x 118 cm Printer: Imprimer...

Hardcover catalog of an auction held on 6 October 1991 at Binoche et Godeau dispersing the collection of Alan Grizot (b. 1945), legendary gallerist and pioneering promoter and marke...

Mark Catesby (British, 1683-1749) Framed Engravings, Set of Four Birds. These 18th Century engravings originated from Catesby's publication, 'The Natural History of Carolina, Florida...

Beautiful limited edition of 3000 poster for Rainer Werner Fassbinder's final film "Querelle". Designed by the iconic Andy Warhol, the poster marked the pop artists perhaps most famo...

The First in a series of Brazilian furniture design, this book abstains from discourse. The pieces have been chosen for the consistency of the work done by their creators and because...

Two framed hand colored stipple engravings of parrots by Jacques Barraband published 1801-05. In beautifully matted and gilded frames. From Judy Cormier. One print with some foxing.

Radiant Festival Dress of South Beveland Couple, ca. 1780–1840 This exquisite and vividly colored costume plate from The National Costumes of Holland (1932) captures the striking Su...

Great image of lions. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. Brown with original hand color. Pub...

Title: 17th Century Map of Hispaniola and Puerto Rico by Mallet (1683) This exquisite 17th-century map by Mallet, titled "I. d'Hispaniola et P.to Rico," showcases the islands of Hispaniola and Puerto Rico with remarkable detail. Published in Paris in 1683 as part of Mallet's monumental "Description de l'Univers," this map is a prime example of historical cartography from the era. Map Features: - Detailed depiction of Hispaniola and Puerto Rico - Nearby islands: Inagua islands, Mayaguana, Île-à-Vache, Saona, and Mona - Three illustrated naval battles surrounding the islands - Hand-colored illustrations typical of the period - Published in Paris, 1683, as part of the "Description de l'Univers" - Engraved with artistic and geographic precision Collectors and enthusiasts of antique maps will appreciate the historical significance and artistic detail of this rare print. Although small, the map is perfect for framing and this map serves as a captivating piece of history, reflecting the maritime exploration and territorial knowledge of the late 17th century. The maker of the map is Allain Manesson Mallet, a notable 17th-century cartographer, military engineer, and author. Born in Paris in 1630, Mallet served in the French army and worked as a military engineer under Louis XIV. He later became a professor of mathematics and military architecture. Mallet is best known for his monumental work, "Description de l'Univers," published in Paris in 1683. This extensive publication is considered one of the greatest works of its kind in the 17th century, providing detailed descriptions and maps of various parts of the world. Mallet's maps are renowned for their artistic quality, intricate details, and the inclusion of illustrative elements such as ships, sea creatures, and topographical features. Mallet's contributions to cartography and his work in "Description de l'Univers" have left a lasting impact on the field, making his maps highly valued by collectors and historians. Keywords: - 17th-century map - Mallet map 1683 - Hispaniola map - Puerto Rico map - Antique Caribbean map...

Copernican Solar System – Celestial Plan, Doppelmayer, Hand-Colored c.1742 Description: This large and finely engraved celestial chart illustrates the Copernican solar system and is titled Ephemerides Motuum Coelestium Geometrica, a scientific visualization of planetary motion according to the Copernican hypothesis. The work was created by Johann Gabriel Doppelmayer and published in Nuremberg circa 1742, during the height of the Enlightenment’s engagement with astronomy and mathematical science. The map is offered unframed, giving flexibility to select a frame that best suits the intended interior. The chart presents a geometric representation of the irregular motions of the planets, including their directions, stations, and retrogradations. At the center is the sun, surrounded by concentric, color-coded orbital bands representing the paths of Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn. Radiating lines and numerical annotations record observed planetary positions across specific dates, translating empirical observation into visual form. Surrounding diagrams provide auxiliary explanations of orbital mechanics, apparent motion, and planetary phenomena. These panels were intended for scholarly use, offering astronomers, mathematicians, and educated readers a precise tool for understanding celestial movement within the Copernican framework. The Latin text reinforces its academic purpose and confirms its role as a serious scientific instrument rather than a decorative fantasy. The composition is further enriched by allegorical figures representing astronomy and the celestial sciences, engraved in the Baroque tradition and delicately hand colored. These figures bridge science and art, a hallmark of Doppelmayer’s work, making the chart both intellectually rigorous and visually compelling. Johann Gabriel Doppelmayer was one of the leading scientific illustrators and mathematicians of the Holy Roman Empire, closely associated with the Nuremberg publishing world. His celestial charts are today prized for their accuracy, clarity, and refined engraving quality. This engraving stands as an important document in the history of astronomy, marking the widespread acceptance of the Copernican system in 18th-century Europe. It is highly desirable for collectors of scientific instruments, astronomical prints, Enlightenment-era works, and decorative interiors with intellectual character. This chart was produced by Johann Gabriel Doppelmayer and published in Nuremberg circa 1742. Doppelmayer was a leading mathematician and scientific illustrator of the early Enlightenment, closely associated with the Nuremberg scientific publishing tradition. His Ephemerides Motuum Coelestium Geometrica played an important role in visualizing and popularizing the Copernican heliocentric system through precise geometric representation of planetary motion. Condition report: Good condition overall. Contemporary hand coloring. Light age toning and patina throughout, with minor browning and scattered surface marks consistent with age. Vertical centerfold as issued. Small handling wear at margins. No modern restoration observed. Framing tips: This chart benefits from a museum-style presentation. Use a wide ivory or warm off-white mat to balance the strong colors, paired with a dark walnut, ebonized, or gilt frame. UV-protective glazing is recommended due to the original hand coloring. Note: We supply this original antique map unframed. Technique: Engraved map with contemporary hand coloring Maker: Johann Gabriel Doppelmayer, Nuremberg, circa 1742 Keyword block: celestial map, astronomical chart, Copernican system, solar system engraving, Johann Gabriel Doppelmayer, Doppelmayer celestial map, antique astronomy print, Enlightenment science, planetary orbits, ephemerides, retrograde motion, planetary motion diagram, heliocentric model, 18th century astronomy, scientific engraving, hand colored celestial map, Baroque astronomy, Nuremberg engraving, rare astronomy chart, historical science print, antique star chart...

1 of the 5 impressive pairs of Postmodern style wall sconces designed by Steve Lombardi for Artemide Italy. Model Filicudara designed in the 1980s. A wonderful shape. Real statement ...

Capture the carefree glamour of mid-century American travel with this striking c.1950s Southern California Santa Fe Railway travel poster. Radiating sunshine, style, and a distinctly...

Antique Map of the Caribbean & Central America – West Indies, 1857 This finely engraved and hand-colored map titled "West-Indien und Centro-America" was published in 1857 by Justus ...

Importing Art into the United States is exempt from all U.S. tariffs but please, do check Kumi Sugaï “Festival A” — limited edition silkscreen, signed & numbered, 1970s A striking ...

This antique trinket or jewelry box is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from England and date to approximately 1880 and done in the period Vic...

Indians of North America, Dress and Weapons – Millar Geography Engraving, c.1782 This detailed 18th-century copper engraving illustrates the dress, customs, and weapons of Indigenou...

Watercolor on paper mounted on masonite board with ornate gilt frame. Dimensions: (Board) H 13.5" x W 10"

Catalog published in conjunction with a 1978 exhibition held at Tokyo’s Minami Gallery. Square 4to (9.75” x 9.75”), pictorial wrappers, 10 pages on stiff paper, color illustrations t...

A rare and very interesting antique Georgian bronze medallion cased set of printed discs titled CHRONOLOGY OF THE SOVEREIGNS OF ENGLAND and believed to have been produced around 1815...

Presented is a rare stipple engraving of “Liberty. In the form of the Goddess of Youth giving Support to the Bald Eagle.” This engraving was drawn, engraved, and published by Edward ...

Picture Sheet: W350×H900mm Framed: W430×H1080×D25mm, 2.5kg Estimate packing size: (sandwiched with 5-10mm plywood): 10cm x 50cm x 115cm, 8kg Skeleton Playing the Shamisen, Japanese...

An atmospheric Japanese woodblock print by Shiro Kasamatsu (1898-1991). Entitled "'Yudanaka Hot Springs', The night time setting amplifies the light from inside the buildings and t...

This is a vintage square wall mirror designed by Aldo Tura, renowned for his innovative use of luxurious materials and distinctive mid-century style. Featuring a rich brown parchment...

Superb design by Jean Dylen features on this original French beverage advertising poster for Fiorino Asti Spumante. We love the fun and frivolity of Dylen's design of a very happy, d...

Japanese sosaku-hanga style print titled Poem 70-18, signed in graphite in the lower right. Edition 4/201. The composition presents an abstracted interpretation of Kanji characters, ...

Unsigned black and white photography. Framed. Made by unknown artist in Spain, circa 1960. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preservi...

Rudolf von Erlach Leading the Swiss in Grand Festival Procession This striking hand-colored lithograph is part of the Fest Album Celebrating Bern’s Entry into the Swiss Confederat...

A rare example of a traditional Japanese uchiwa fan, featuring a bold green and cream graphic composition. The rigid flat surface, crafted from bamboo spokes and paper overlay, retai...

Modern coral print in rich shades of scarlet, mounted and beautifully framed. Five unique pieces are available to place individually or as a grouping. Lovely botanical touch to a bat...

Our Stock # 24247 This is an antique book, Massacre of Glencoe by George W M Reynolds. An English language, bound novel, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1860. A prolific writer, George William MacArthur Reynolds (1814 - 1879) released over 40 novels and numerous shorter stories. Almost forgotten compared to contemporaries Dickens and Thackeray, in his lifetime he was said to be the most read author of the day. Pleasing example of this appealing illustrated edition Displays a desirable aged patina, lightly time-worn and intact Bound with cloth on board, with leather dressed spine and gold titling Superb illustrations throughout by Edward Corbould (1815 - 1905) Printed across 339+ pages by John Dicks on behalf of George Reynolds Originally serialised between 1852 and 1853, this compendium first published in 1860 This is a fascinating antique novel...

Jazz Manies et Collections (Jazz Mania and Collections), French Book by Frédéric Marchand, 1997. Preface by Francis Hofstein and Bernard Lion. The author has collected 180 objects re...

Expressive traditional Mexican Judas figure crafted in papier-mâché and hand-painted in vibrant polychrome. The piece represents the iconic effigy associated with Holy Week celebrati...

Antique Hand-Colored Boa Constrictor Snake Lithograph by Brodtmann, 1816 This striking early 19th-century hand-colored lithograph depicts two exotic serpents: the “Hundskopf-Schlang...

This is a Joan Miro lithograph. Titled: Miro Sculptor Japan. It was a print exclusively for Collector's Guild members. Signed in the stone. Numbered 2/1000 in pencil. Framed measures...

Set of Three 18th Century Vellum Sunday Sermon Books. 1.) Sermoni Per Tutte Le Domeniche Dell' Anno (Sermons for all the Sundays in a Year) by Monsignore Alfonso Maria De Liguori. Na...

An antique Megillah The Book of Esther, hand written on parchment by an expert Sephardi scribe and richly decorated with hand painted illustrations. The text panels are surrounded by...

Napoleonic Architectural Engravings Set, Baltard Paris Monuments Plates, 1803 This striking set of eight early 19th-century architectural engravings originates from the rare French publication Paris et ses Monuments, mesurés, dessinés et gravés, created by architect and engraver Louis-Pierre Baltard and published in Paris in 1803 during the early Napoleonic period. Baltard’s monumental publication was dedicated to Napoleon Bonaparte and aimed to systematically document the architectural treasures of Paris and its surrounding monuments through precise measurement, architectural drawing, and finely executed copperplate engravings. Today the work is regarded as one of the earliest comprehensive visual surveys of Parisian architecture produced during the Napoleonic era. The present group forms a visually balanced and highly decorative set illustrating several aspects of classical and Renaissance architecture. The engravings include façade elevations, architectural plans, ornamental studies, sculptural fragments, and atmospheric architectural views. Together they present a remarkable overview of architectural design, structural composition, and decorative detail typical of the scholarly architectural publications produced in France at the beginning of the nineteenth century. One of the most notable plates in the group shows the measured plan of the Château d’Écouen, one of the most important Renaissance châteaux in France. Built in the sixteenth century for the powerful Montmorency family, the château later became an important national monument and today houses the Musée National de la Renaissance. The engraved plan carefully illustrates the château’s symmetrical layout around its central courtyard together with the surrounding terraces, landscaped grounds, and tree-lined avenues. Other plates depict grand classical façades, monumental arches, richly carved capitals, sculptural ornaments, and picturesque architectural views set within wooded landscapes. Baltard’s engravings are admired for their combination of architectural precision and refined artistic engraving. Crisp linework defines the structural forms, while delicate shading creates depth in the sculptural and landscape elements. Architectural engravings from Paris et ses Monuments have become increasingly desirable among collectors, architects, and interior designers. Their refined balance between scholarly architectural documentation and decorative visual appeal makes them particularly suitable for elegant interiors such as libraries, studies, galleries, or sophisticated European-style homes. Displayed together as a gallery wall, the engravings create a striking architectural ensemble reflecting the intellectual spirit and artistic ambition of the Napoleonic period. The original antique engravings are offered unframed, giving flexibility to select frames that best suit the intended interior. Condition report: Very good condition for early nineteenth-century engravings. Printed on laid paper with wide margins. Light age toning and occasional small spots consistent with age. The engraved impressions remain sharp and clear. Framing tips: These engravings display beautifully as a coordinated wall set. Dark walnut or black frames with generous ivory or warm off-white mats create a refined museum-style presentation. For a more contemporary interior, thin black gallery frames with wide mats highlight the elegant linework and architectural detail. Technique: Copperplate engraving Maker: Louis-Pierre Baltard, Paris, 1803 Keywords: napoleonic architectural engravings, baltard paris monuments 1803, antique french architecture prints...