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Place of Origin: European
Large French 19th Century Gilt Bronze Wall Clock with Religious Inscriptions
Located in London, GB
This large, gilt bronze wall clock is a magnificent and highly unusual piece. At the centre of the design is a circular enamel dial, with Arabic...
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19th Century Renaissance Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Cabinet of Curiosities Antique Book Sculptural Artwork, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cabinet of curiosities of plaster pieces and antique book artwork. Made in traditional Catalan atelier in Olot, Spain, circa 1950. Olot has a long tradition in the production o...
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1950s Modern Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Plaster

Marquetry Balance Board
By Emma Wood
Located in Nr Abergavenny, Monmouthshire
Each w o o d p o p balance board is meticulously handcrafted in our Black Mountains workshop in the UK. Doubling up as an integral part of any fitness r...
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2010s European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

A trunk style travel apotecary cabinet in mahogany wood and brass, England 1790.
Located in Milan, IT
English travelling apothecary made of mahogany Sipo mahogany (Entandrophragma utile) and brass with a rectangular base, a front drawer, an opening to...
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Late 18th Century Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Antique Venetian Early 20th Century Ceramic Reynard the Fox Chess Set
Located in Doha, QA
This incredibly animated and amusing Reynard the Fox design Antique Venetian Ceramic Chess Set is a fabulous conversation piece and a kiss of last ce...
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Early 20th Century European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ceramic

Herend Finest Quality Hand Painted Porcelain Queen Victoria Butterfly on Flower
By Herend
Located in Tustin, CA
Beautifully handmade estate porcelain Herend Queen Victoria Butterfly on Flower has been expertly hand-painted by the legendary Hungarian master artisans of Herend. Special rust fish...
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21st Century and Contemporary Other European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Porcelain

Swedish Folk Wooden Dala Pig Toy, circa 1960
By Nils Olsson
Located in Barcelona, ES
Handpainted Swedish wooden traditional Dala pig toy. Designed by Nils Olsson in Sweden, circa 1960. Materials: Wood In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age...
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1960s Folk Art Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Danish Viking Figure by Jacob Jensen Rare
By Jacob Jensen
Located in San Diego, CA
A super rare mid-century Danish viking figure by Jacob Jensen, circa 1950s. The figure is in very good vintage condition and measures 2.25"W x 2"D x 3.25"H. Our viking is made of a maple and walnut with a bronze long spear; it is signed on the underside. I have been collecting Danish wood toys...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

Art in Seventeenth Century Holland : the National Gallery, a Loan Exhibition
Located in valatie, NY
Art in Seventeenth Century Holland : the National Gallery, 30th September to 12th December 1976 : by Christopher Brown National Gallery London. Published by Order of the Trustees, Pu...
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1970s Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Original Antique Map of the American State of Illinois ( Southern Part ), 1903
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Antique map of Illinois ( Southern part ) Published By A & C Black. 1903 Original colour Good condition Unframed. Free shipping
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Early 1900s Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Split Cane, Hardy Fly Fishing Rod
By Hardy Bros.
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Hardy Bros. Split Cane Palakona Fly Rod. An Edwardian three piece split cane fly rod in original condition with Hardy's canvas bag. The 10'6" fly rod with 'Lockfast' joints, cork han...
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Early 20th Century European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bamboo

Kartell 1968 Catalog: Lampade e Arredamento
By Anna Castelli Ferrieri, Kartell
Located in New York, NY
November 1968 catalog for the iconic Italian design company Kartell, divided into two sections: Lamps and Furnishings. Square 8vo with printed plasticized wrappers, 55 pages, lavishl...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of Venezuela by Montanus, 1671
By Arnoldus Montanus
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Venezuela cum parte Australi Novae Andalusiae'. The map extends from Coquibocoa to the Orinoque River, centered on Bariquicemento and Cape de Curiacao. Large cart...
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Mid-17th Century Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Paco Rabanne, 1960s Space Age White Leather & brass Discs clutch bag, Labels
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, Fitzrovia
Rare, chic, modernist white leather and brass discs Paco Rabanne purse or clutch bag, 1960s, original Saks and Paco Rabanne labels. Please note that we often have a much shorter han...
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Mid-20th Century Space Age European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

A Wonderful Ormolu Ritual Dagger
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A mid 19th century French ritual dagger with a superb figure of skeletal father death, the blade engraved and the scabbard also mounted in ormolu and made to look as if it's much old...
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Mid-19th Century Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Ormolu

Hand Carved Coquille Nut Egg Box 19th Century Flea Trap Pomander Needle Case
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful hand carved coquille nut egg box. Beautiful carving, great patina, unscrews at center to open. The original use was a flea trap, things were d...
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1880s Victorian Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

British Sports And Sportsmen, Hunting
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
British Sports & Sportsmen Book, Hunting. A rare, first edition, single encyclopaedia of sports book from the series "British Sports and Sportsmen" titled Hunting. The original set w...
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Early 20th Century Sporting Art European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather

Antique 6 Bell Fortissimo Music Box by J Manger & Co, c. 1885
Located in London, GB
An excellent-sounding Fortissimo 6 bell antique music box made by J. Manger & Co. of Geneva, Switzerland in c. 1885. The fully serviced musical movemen...
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Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Steel

British Sports And Sportsmen, Racing
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
British Sports & Sportsmen Book, Racing. A rare, first edition, single encyclopaedia of sports book from the series "British Sports and Sportsmen" titled Shooting and Deerstalking. T...
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Early 20th Century European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather

Antique Religious Print 'No. 37' The Burial of Jesus Christ, circa 1840
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled ‘Histoire Sainte, Nouveau Testament, Sépulture de Jésus-Christ’ This plate shows a scene from the New Testament; The Burial of Jesus...
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Mid-19th Century Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Polished Steel Signal Cannon
Located in Cheshire, GB
Signal cannon with a polished steel barrel and elevating screw mounted on a wooden carriage with steel rims to the wheels. Barrel length 6 inches Dimens...
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Early 20th Century European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Steel

Polished Steel Signal Cannon
Polished Steel Signal Cannon
$733 Sale Price
20% Off
T. E. LAWRENCE - Seven Pillars Of Wisdom - 1935 - FIRST TRADE EDITION
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: LAWRENCE, T. E. TITLE: Seven Pillars Of Wisdom. A Triumph. PUBLISHER: London: Jonathan Cape, 1935. DESCRIPTION: FIRST TRADE EDITION. 1 vol., 4to., 10" x 8", Illustrated throughout with a photogravure portrait frontispiece of Lawrence from the plaster bust, 47 plates, 4 folding maps, and several in-text line drawings; the majority by Eric Kennington...
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1930s Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather

Blue Hand Painted Baroque Cherub or Angel Portuguese Ceramic Tile or Azulejo
Located in Coimbra, PT
Gorgeous blue hand painted Baroque cherub or angel 18th century style Portuguese ceramic tile/azulejo The tile painted in cobalt blue over white in typical 18th century Portugal set ...
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Late 20th Century Baroque European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Delft, Faience, Terracotta

Maritime Antique Carved and Gilded Ships Billet Head.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Maritime Antique Carved and Gilded Ships Billet Head. Rare original sailing ship’s billet head prow decoration. It is most likely an excellently pres...
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19th Century Baroque Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Santa Claus Belsnickle Chocolate Mold Antique 1910s, Walter, Berlin
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous chocolate mold. Made of metal, marked Walter, Berlin and #1714. Beautiful and ready to use or display, with nice patina. The 1890s to 1920s were the golden age of Chocolat...
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1910s Folk Art Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

S.T. Dupont Gold-Plated Ligne 1 Lighter, Paris, c.1970s
Located in Worcester, GB
S.T. Dupont Gold-Plated Ligne 1 Lighter, Paris, c.1970s A finely crafted gas lighter by renowned French luxury brand S.T. Dupont, Paris. This elegant Ligne 1 model is presented in i...
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Mid-20th Century European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage German Silver Torah Breastplate Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage German silver Torah breastplate; an addition to our Judaica silverware collection. This exceptional vintage German 800 standard silver Torah breastplate has a circular shaped form. The surface of the breastplate is ornamented with embossed and engraved elements depicting the pillars of Solomon's Temple surmounted with lions of Judah supporters grasping a coronet design. The centre of the breastplate bears a central design modelled in the form of the Tablets of Stone*, surmounting a plaque bearing a Hebrew engraved inscription 'שבתק'. The body of this exceptional silver breastplate is embellished with a broad embossed scrolling foliate decorated border, accented with three silver bells to the lower edge. The piece is suspended from two linked chains, conjoining to the centre of the upper border with a ring loop. The hallmarks struck to the surface of this torah shield include: Silver quality/purity mark: .800 (800/1000) National mark: Crescent moon and crown A silver Torah breastplate is a meaningful ceremonial gift, often donated to a synagogue to commemorate significant occasions such as a Bar or Bat Mitzvah, wedding, birth, anniversary, or in memory of a loved one. It also serves to honour esteemed rabbis or community leaders, symbolising enduring respect and spiritual legacy. * The Tablets of Stone (Hebrew: לוּחֹת הַבְּרִית Luchot HaBrit - 'the tablets [of] the covenant') can be found in the Hebrew Bible, Exodus 34:1. These were the two pieces of stone inscribed by Moses on Mount Sinai, with the Ten Commandments; later in Exodus they are referenced to as Tablets of the Testimony. NOTE: The breastplate (Hebrew: ḥoshen mishpat) can be categorised as both a Torah ornament and Jewish ceremonial art. They are functional ornamental metal plates/shields which are suspended in front of the Torah scroll. In the 17th century the breastplate was classically square or rectangular, however in the 18th century this developed to become more rounded with decorative borders. Further embellishments such as bells and small dedicatory plaques were suspended from the lower edge. These design features were influenced by the Torah Ark (Hebrew: aron kodesh...
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1950s Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver

Ceramic Ashtray by Franco Bucci for Laboratorio Pesaro, Italy, 1970s
By Franco Bucci, Laboratorio Pesaro
Located in Rome, IT
Blue violet ceramic ashtray made in Italy in the 1970s by the Italian designer Franco Bucci for Laboratorio Pesaro. The original label is still attac...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Phone, 1930s/40s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage telephone is an original design object realized in the 1930s/40s. A brass and wood vintage telephone. Fair conditions due to the time. ...
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Early 20th Century European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

French 1930 Art Deco Parisian Moorish Kiosk Cigarette Dispenser Mechanical Box
Located in Miami, FL
Mechanical cigarette dispenser box. An exceptional and very beautiful desk piece, created in France during the art deco period, back in the 19...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass, Bronze

Ancient anatomical model of the hand, Italy 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
Anatomical model for schools, educational use, depicting the hand swinging on a fork supported by a black lacquered wooden base. Made of plaster and finished entirely in colour. Ital...
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Early 20th Century European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Vintage Handheld Tachometer, English Tool Speed Gauge, Smiths Instruments, Decor
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage handheld tachometer. An English, enamelled alloy and glass decorative tool speed gauge by Smiths Instruments, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960. Untested, but in fine decorative condition for the collector of vintage gauges...
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Mid-20th Century European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Glass

Austrian Art Nouveau Silver and Enamel Cane by Georg Adam Scheid
By Georg Adam Scheid
Located in London, GB
Austrian Art Nouveau silver and enamel cane by Georg Adam Scheid Austrian, 1872 Height 90cm, diameter 3cm This stunning Art Nouveau walking stick, created around 1900, is the work ...
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Silver, Enamel

1874 Map of Western United States – Detailed Atlas by Keith Johnston
Located in Langweer, NL
1874 Map of Western United States by Keith Johnston – Detailed Atlas This is an original antique map titled “United States of North America (Western States)” by Alexander Keith John...
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1870s Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Twenty-Seven Woods, Chinese Artificial Flower Vase Omega by Ettore Sottsass
By Design Gallery Milano, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Twenty-seven woods for a Chinese artificial flower vase omega by Ettore Sottsass, Edited by Design Gallery Milano, 1995. Limited edition ...
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1990s Modern European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Aluminum

Antique Scandinavian Bible, Norway 1810
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A beautiful antique bible from Scandinavia in the year 1810. The cover are probably even older, possibly late 1700s. Works perfect as a Wabi Sabi decoration element to give the r...
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1810s Romantic Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

1667 Melchior Tavernier Map of the Patriarchate of Constantinople – Black Sea
Located in Langweer, NL
This 1667 map titled "Patriarchatus Constantinopolitani Geographica Descriptio" was crafted by renowned French cartographer Melchior Tavernier, who was a prominent map engraver during the 17th century. This rare and historically significant map focuses on the territories under the ecclesiastical jurisdiction of the Patriarchate of Constantinople, one of the most important centers of the Eastern Orthodox Church. It covers regions around the Black Sea (Pontus Euxinus), parts of Greece, and adjacent areas in Asia Minor and the Balkans, which were historically vital during the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. The map is filled with ancient place names, making it a valuable resource for both historical and cartographic enthusiasts. Key Features: - Antique ecclesiastical map illustrating the influence of the Orthodox Patriarchate of Constantinople in the 17th century. - Features beautifully detailed ancient coastlines, rivers, and terrains, providing a comprehensive geographical view of the region. - Rich with historic place names - like Byzantium, Nicomedia, Nicaea, Cyzicus, Bithynia, Pontus, Macedonia, and Thrace - that date back to the classical era, offering insights into the ancient geography of the eastern Mediterranean. - A finely engraved strapwork cartouche in the lower right corner with Baroque-style decoration, featuring two putti (cherubic figures) – a hallmark of 17th-century map art. - The map extends to include the Mediterranean Sea (Mare Mediterraneum) to the south and the Black Sea to the north, highlighting its ecclesiastical and geopolitical significance. - Original hand coloring may still be present, enhancing the decorative appeal for collectors of antique maps. This rare map offers a unique perspective on the religious influence and historical geography of the Eastern Mediterranean during the late 17th century. It would appeal to collectors interested in: - **Byzantine history** - **Ottoman Empire** - **Eastern Orthodox Church** - **Antique cartography...
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1660s Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe, Two Volume Set, First (Thus) Edition, 1790
By Daniel Defoe
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Defoe, Daniel. The Life and Strange Surprizing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, of York, Mariner: Who lived eight & twenty years all alone in an un-inhabited Island on the Coast of America, near the Mouth of the Great River of Oroonoque; Having been cast on Shore by Shipwreck, wherein all the Men perished but himself. With An Account how he was at last as strangely deliver’d by Pyrates. Written by himself. Vol I. [With:] The Farther Adventures of Robinson Crusoe; being The Second and Last Part of his Life, And of the Strange Surprizing Account of his Travels Round three parts of the Globe. Written by Himself. Vol II. [With:] George Chalmer's "Life of Daniel Defoe". London: John Stockdale, 1790. First (Thus) Edition. Two Volumes, Octavo. Illustrated with engraved frontispieces, vignette title pages, and full-page illustrations by Thomas Stothard, engraved by Meland. Rebound in full calf with gilt titles and tooling to the spine, blind embossing to the front and rear panels, marbled endpapers, and a new archival slipcase. Presented is the first (thus) edition of John Stockdale’s 1790 edition of Daniel Defoe’s classic tale of adventure. This two volume edition is beautifully illustrated with engraved frontispieces, vignette title pages, and twelve full-page illustrations by Thomas Stothard and engraved by Meland. It is presented here rebound in full brown and tan calf, with intricate blind embossing to the front and back panels, raised bands, gilt tooling and gilt titles to the spine. Defoe’s first long work of fiction, The Life and Strange Surprizing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe introduced two of the most-enduring characters in English literature, Robinson Crusoe and Friday. Defoe based part of Robinson Crusoe on the real-life experiences of Alexander Selkirk, a Scottish sailor...
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1790s Georgian Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Paper

Vintage Dump Truck by Kay Bojesen, Denmark, 1950s
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large dump truck with two men and a cargo consisting of seven blocks of lacquered beech. Designed and manufactured by Kay Bojesen in Denmark in the 1950s. T...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Beech

Hand-hammered Sterling Sculptural Necklace or Choker by Jan Arenhill, 1969
By Jan Arenhill
Located in Amarillo, TX
Unique sterling silver necklace by Jan Arenhill, Malmö. Malmö, Sweden, circa 1969, hand-hammered sterling silver. Impressed with following hallmarks: Year mark T9 1969. Artist's ...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Sterling Silver

Suit of 16th Century Style Armour
Located in Cheshire, GB
A suit of 16th century style armour, the helmet with pierced visor, raised comb applied and twist border collar, two-piece breastplate with medial ridge, twist border shoulder plates...
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19th Century Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Suit of 16th Century Style Armour
Suit of 16th Century Style Armour
$5,850 Sale Price
36% Off
Letter / La Lettre
By Boris Grinsson
Located in London, GB
Original French film poster for William Wyler's 1940 Film Noir starring Bette Davis, Herbert Marshall and James Stephenson. The screenplay by Howard E. Koch is based on the 1927 play...
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1940s Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Sixty Years A Queen The Story Of Her Majesty's Reign, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Sixty Years A Queen: The Story Of Her Majesty's Reign by Sir Herbert Maxwell. Published in London: Eyre & Spottiswoode, 1897. 1st Ed hardcover, wit...
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Late 19th Century Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Paper

2 Vols Antique Book, British Sports and Sportsmen, English, Sporting Reference
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is 2 large antique volumes of British Sports and Sportsmen. An English, bound and numbered limited edition sporting reference book, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1920. ...
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1920s Other Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Paper

A cigar or cigarette box silver-plated metal and exotic wood France 1970
By Maria Pergay
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
An elegant cigar or cigarette box from the 70s, made of silver-plated metal and featuring an interior of exotic wood. Crafted with exceptional skill, this vintage piece combines soph...
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1970s Hollywood Regency Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

19th Century Victorian Freight Carriage with Oak Top, circa.1880
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Victorian freight truck used to transport feed to local dairies, this metal carriage has a solid oak top, original wheels and tilt lever, later sign written for ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

19th Century Set of 3 Victorian Set Squares
Located in High Point, NC
This is a set of three antique shipwright's set squares. The squares are made from oak and have brass caps. They are right-angled tools, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Original Antique Print of R.M.S Campania 'Cunard Line', C.1890
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of RMS Campania Chromolithograph Published C.1890 Unframed.
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1890s Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Anselm Kiefer I Sette Palazzi Pelesti by Hangar Bicocca, 1st Ed Exhibition Cat
Located in valatie, NY
Anselm Kiefer : I Sette Palazzi Pelesti by Hangar Bicocca. Published by Edition du Regard, 2004. 1st Ed softcover. Exhibition on September 24, 2004. The Seven Heavenly Palaces. The Exhibit was conceived and presented for the opening of Pirelli HangarBicocca in 2004 and based on a project by Lia Rumma, the permanent site-specific installation by Anselm Kiefer—The Seven Heavenly Palaces—owns its name from the palaces described in the ancient Hebrew...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Splendid Steiff Mohair Teddy Bear on Wheels, Germany 1920s
By Steiff
Located in Milan, IT
The Sweetest Steiff Mohair Teddy Bear on Wheels, Germany 1920s
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1920s Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

Miniature Dutch Walnut Long Case Clock
By Jan Henkels
Located in Den Haag, NL
Love this miniature Dutch walnut long case clock. Not only great looking but also a good working time piece. Comes with a good quality watch. M...
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1950s Baroque Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Walnut

Rebuilt Steinway Model B Grand Piano Arabesque Music Desk Fluted Barrel Legs
Located in Leeds, GB
Rebuilt, 1886, Steinway Model B grand piano with a black case. The music desk is in an openwork arabesque design featuring a central lyre motif surrounded by stylised tendrils and foliage. The serpentine piano cheek features a dual linear case moulding. The piano lyre has two fluted spindle upright supports with two brass pedals and a brass footplate. The fluted, barrel piano legs have sunken brass casters. The leg pediment is carved with a stylised flower and curlicues. Piano has an eighty-five note keyboard. Enjoy the vintage styling of an antique Steinway...
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Late 19th Century Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

1894 The Works of Charles Dickens
By Charles Dickens
Located in Bath, GB
An excellent uniform collection of the 'Crown Edition' of Charles Dicken's works, bound in signed calf by Bumpus. A lovely set comprising the complete seventeen volumes that make up...
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1890s Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

A racing flag from the Royal Sailing Yacht Britannia, circa 1936
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A racing flag from the Royal Sailing Yacht Britannia, circa 1936. This large racing flag was made from pieced wool bunting with machine stitched bunting and a canvas sleeve stamped ‘5’. It is of rectangular form with the Prince of Wales feathers enclosed in a ducal coronet and the motto ‘Ich Dien’ on a halved blue and red ground, later framed and glazed. It is accompanied by a black edged letter on Buckingham Palace writing paper dated 10th July 1936 saying ‘Dear Sir, I am commanded by the King and Queen Mary to send you these flags which were flown on board “Britannia” at various times during her career, including one of her racing flags. Their Majesties hope you will like to keep these in your club house as souvenirs of the old yacht. Yours Derek Keppell, Master of the Household, The Commodore, Royal Portsmouth Corinthian Yacht Club.” King George died on 20 January 1936 which explains the black edge to the letter. English, circa 1936. Height: 43in (109cm) Width:60in (152.5cm) Framed height: 57½ in (146 cm) Width: 81½ in (207cm) Provenance: Royal Naval Club & Royal Albert Yacht Club, Portsmouth R.S.Y. Britannia played an important part in preparing challengers for the America’s Cup. She was used as a trial horse for the Shamrocks and later, after conversion, for most of the ‘J’ Class yachts of the 1930s. Britannia was built in 1893 according to the plans of G. L. Watson for His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales, a keen and able helmsman. From the beginning, Britannia was a successful racing yacht winning races against Kaiser Wilhelm’s Meteors, among many others. Britannia won over two hundred races in her career — a record that has yet to be surpassed. She was beaten once by Navahoe, one of Herreshoff’s boats, but fared better against another America’s Cup yacht, Vigilant, winning twelve races out of seventeen. When Britannia was converted to race in the ‘J’ Class she was stripped of her bulwarks, given a one-piece mast and a Bermudan mainsail. The transition did not interrupt her run of success, although she performed best in hard weather. She was scuttled off the Isle of Wight at the dying request of George V. A grisaille by Charles Dixon of R S Y Britannia racnig at Cowes. Credit: Wick Antiques
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1930s Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Textile

Antique Hardwood Vesta Case with fine Shell Patera Inlay, late 19th Century
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good quality antique Vesta case, all handmade from various hardwoods and having well detailed shell inlay, dating to the 19th Century, Circa 1880. The case is all han...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique European Collectibles and Curiosities

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Hardwood

Small Antique Dog Kennel Club Medal, German, Cast Metal, Dachshund, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique dog kennel club medal. A German, cast metal Dachshund breed award in carry case, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Th...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Armani Casa Pump Workout Luxury Set Made in Italy
By Giorgio Armani, Fendi Casa, Armani Casa, Hermès, Ralph Lauren
Located in San Diego, CA
Armani Casa Pump Workout Luxury Set Pump is a range conceived for the home fitness signature of designer Giorgio Armani as part of Armani Casa. This minimalist yet incredibly glamourous set includes: • Mesh and Leather Carrying Workout Bag featuring GA Signature • Pump Leather Jump Rope with dust bag in mesh fabric featuring GA Signature: Handles can be opened to regulate length of rope. • Set of two weights (1 kilo or 2.2 pounds) each. Wrapped in eco leather featuring GA Signature. • Leather water...
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2010s Aesthetic Movement European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Rare Vintage French Cartier Panther Bracelet Designer Silk Scarf Red Gold Linen
By Cartier
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Katie Larmour Studio is the original vintage scarf pillow maker. Gaining notability for her unique idea and creations back in 2013 - featured in the likes of the Financial Times, and first selling here on 1stdibs in 2016 - our creations are of the absolute top most quality, craftsmanship and finesse. Thank-you for looking. Title: Rare Vintage French Cartier Panther Bracelet Designer Silk Scarf Red Gold Irish Linen Pillow Description: Large custom made luxury cushion created from an exquisite vintage pure silk Cartier...
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Late 20th Century Art Deco European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Linen, Silk

Gamages Gaff Rigged Cutter Pond Yacht
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautifully crafted early 20th-century pond yacht, attributed to the famed London-based retailer Gamage’s. This gaff-rigged cutter model features a finely painted red hull with a b...
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20th Century European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Orologi Da Polso Book, 771 Illustrations, 401 Pages, 1988
By Priula & Verlucca, H. Kahlert, R. Muhe, G.L. Brunner
Located in Sacile, PN
Orologi Da Polso book Priula e Verlucchi edition 1988 771 illustrations, 401 pages.
Category

1980s Modern Vintage European Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

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