French Collectibles and Curiosities
Color: Black
Place of Origin: French
Art Deco Style
By Assouline Publishing
Located in NEW YORK, NY
At the dawn of the twentieth century, the world yearned for a new design style that would embody contemporary culture. Efforts to create a design language suited to the needs and tastes of the modern world took shape during the first decades of the new century, crystallizing in Paris with the 1925 Exposition International des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes. The Art Deco period encompassed a multitude of decorative influences, including the updating of historical styles, the introduction of exotic elements and the adaptation of avant-garde art currents such as the geometric abstraction of Cubism.
Not a single style or a unified movement, Art Deco is a design idiom that reflects a decorative approach to designing appealing consumer goods during the interwar period. Encompassing every discipline within the applied arts, Art Deco manifested itself to some extent everywhere around the world, perhaps the first design idiom ever to do so. Art Deco’s fundamental appeal lay in its decorative qualities, which consumers found attractive and glamorous. From skyscrapers, locomotives, automobiles and ocean liners to fashion, advertising and everyday home furnishings and appliances, Art Deco style...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Other
Sotheby's, Collection Klaus Otto Preis, Paris, 11/9/05
Located in valatie, NY
Sotheby's: Collection Klaus Otto Preis Paris 11/9/05 sale 5022. Softcover auction catalogue of 264 lots. He worked for Nina Ricci, Italian-born French fashion designer. Sale of paint...
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Early 2000s French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Model Train Base Assembly
Located in New York, NY
An iron model train base assembly from France.
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20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron
Set of 6 Rare French 19th Century Antique Doll Carriages
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Bought in the south of France this set of antique doll carriages are an enchanting collection with wooden handles, original paint, and working wh...
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19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century French Leather Bound Gilt Embossed Books Complete Work, Set of 24
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a study bookcase or a library with this elegant set of French books; published circa 1975 across Europe in places like Geneva, Switzerland and Neuilly-sur-Seine, France, each book has an elegant green leather bound cover with gilt and red embossed motifs. The set of 24 books on history addresses topics such as Napoleon Bonaparte, the History of the United States, Marie Antoinette, Les Conquistadors, Mazarin, Napoleon III, Louis XI (Saint Louis), Robespierre, Henri IV, Richelieu, Alexandre Le Grand, Les Croisades, and the Renaissance. They are published by a variety of publishers, including Éditions Famot, Éditions Crémille, and Saint-Claire. Each work has a beautifully printed picture on the cover page and a variety of crests printed...
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Mid-20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather, Paper
1920's Deco Marcasite onyx stingray clutch
By Gioia
Located in Westport, CT
Art Deco sterling Marcasite Onyx frame refurbished charcoal stingray clutch Gioia silk interior
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Early 20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities
19th C. Nickel Silver Métal Extra Blanc French Adjustable Book Chain Dog Collar
Located in Haarlem, NL
An impressive antique white metal or nickel silver adjustable book chain linked collar, probably from a posh French 'Chateau' dog.
Measures: 49cm (19,3") long, adjustable in 7 holes from 48cm (18.9") to 37cm (14.6") circumference
This antique item would be a perfect addition for an antique dog...
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19th Century Victorian Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Nickel
Antique French Triple Optic Binoculars - Marine / Theatre / Field Dated1890
Located in Bath, GB
These hard-to-find French-made glasses with three lenses are changed by the wheel at the side and indicated across the bridge labelled " Theatre ", " Campagne " and " Marine ". They...
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1890s Late Victorian Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
Display Champagne Bottle
By G.H. MUMM 1
Located in Hellerup, DK
Large French vintage fiber glass display model of a G.H. Mumm Cordon Rouge champagne bottle for promoting the brand in a wine shop. Super decorative item for the bar or wine cellar.
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1950s Vintage French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Fiberglass
19th Century French Copper and Brass Military Powder Flask
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very original 19th century French copper and brass military powder flask patented by Boche in Paris (signature on the plug and also on the base).
The top of the plug is made with h...
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1890s Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass, Copper
Le Corbusier Salubra Wallpaper Book Second Edition 1959
By Le Corbusier
Located in München, BY
Second Salubra collection by Le Corbusier - 1959
Very rare and collectible.
Original sample book from 1959. With the original movable frames, which can be passed over the color car...
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1950s Vintage French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Fabric, Paper
Antique 19th Century French Monumental Solid Silver Figural Centrepiece, c. 1880
By Christofle
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century French monumental solid silver statue, standing on a marble base, the statue realistically modelled as a cast figure of Mary ...
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19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Marble, Silver
Albrecht Dürer "The Small Horse, " 19th Century Copper Plate Engraving
By Albrecht Dürer
Located in Barcelona, ES
"The Small Horse" copper plate engraving by Albrecht Dürer, circa 1505.
This is a 19th century engraving, printed in black on laid paper, framed by a beautiful gilt and ebonized carv...
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Late 19th Century Renaissance Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood, Paper
Collection of Leather Bound Art Deco Photo Albums of European Travel
Located in Atlanta, GA
Collection of Leather Bound Art Deco Photo Albums of European Travel, the actual albums are probably French, circa 1920's. They document fabulous trips throughout Europe in the 1920'...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather, Paper
French Military Steel and Brass Armor, Late 18th-Early 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
French military steel and brass breast plate body armor, having a genuine muscat ball dent, France, late 18th-early 19th century.
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Early 19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass, Steel
Art Deco French Chrome & Enamel Ladies Powder Compact, C1930s
Located in Devon, England
This is a really cute and rare find, a 1930's Art Deco compact with the most delightful green and black enamel decoration on a chrome casing . The interior is an engineers delight wi...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Enamel, Chrome
Gaston Suisse (1896-1988), Splendeur du Laque Art Dèco
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Year of publication 2013, Number of pages 269, Format 25 x 28 cm. Photos 250 including colors. Binding Hardcover under illustrated dust jacket
French language.
Very young, Gaston Su...
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2010s French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Fine Pair Golden Guilloche Enamel and Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses, c.1910
Located in Bath, GB
Pretty as a picture and in outstanding condition, this lovely pair of early twentieth century opera glasses come complete with their original case (wear commensurate with age).
Th...
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1910s Vintage French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Art Deco Alabaster French Powder Vanity Jar, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For you consideration is this stunning Art Deco ladies powder bowl made in alabaster. Originating from France and dating to the 1930's is this beautifully coloured and beautifully hand painted ladies...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Alabaster
Antique Crucifix Cross Cast Iron Garden Architectural Chapel Church Cemetery #2
Located in Tyler, TX
TALL Antique French Cast Iron Cross Crucifix~~Chapel Church Garden Architectural Yard Cemetery Prayer Room Wall Hanging~~c. 1890s
Fab...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron
Brooch by Line Vautrin, Black Talosel Encrusted with Red Mirrors
By Line Vautrin
Located in Brussels, BE
This Brooch in black Talosel encrusted with red mirrors in the shape of flower petals represents a very characteristic aesthetic of the work of Line Vautrin.
This organic shape is d...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Mirror, Talosel
Sotheby's Collection Léon Levy: Important Mobilier Et Objets D'art, 1st Ed
By Sotheby's
Located in valatie, NY
Collection Léon Levy: Important Mobilier et Objets d'Art. Sotheby's Paris, 2008. 1st Ed hardcover with dust jacket. pp. 281. French and English text. Catalog for the sale of the coll...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
18th Century French Religious Fer a Hosties Eucharist Host Iron Waffle Press
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce antique, circa 1765, French fer a hosties (cast iron host press / host mold).
Exquisitely hand forged in France in the 18th century, showcasing the blacksmith's high qual...
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Late 18th Century Medieval Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron
Antique Crucifix Cross Cast Iron Garden Architectural Chapel Church Cemetery #1
Located in Tyler, TX
TALL Antique French cast iron cross crucifix~~chapel church garden architectural yard cemetery prayer room wall hanging~~c. 1890s
Fab...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron
Rare Chanel Diana Shoulder Bag Black Quilted Lambskin Leather, 1990s France
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Chanel Diana purse in a stunning black lambskin. This iconic bag features a quilted body with a bare trim around front flap to accentuate the quilted design on the rest of the body as well as the gold tone front clasp of the interlocking Chanel...
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1990s French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
French 20th Century Collection of 12 Boules
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A collection of 12 brass & iron boules from France, circa 1880. Boule has been a popular game played in France since the Middle Ages and continues to be a family friendly game all ov...
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19th Century Other Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron, Brass, Metal
Set of Old Bound Books, 19th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Set of old books dating from the 19th century. From an old protestant library near Le Havre in France. These books are entitled "Histoire du protestantisme français" (History of Fren...
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19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather, Paper
French Hand-Crafted and Painted Ceramic Trinket or Jewelry Box
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful hand-crafted ceramic lidded trinket or jewelry box.
Mid-20th century, French.
Used as decorative item, this piece would enhance any shelf or tabletop.
Measures: 6 1/8...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Ceramic
20th Century, French Brass Eiffel Tower Decorations, Pair
Located in High Point, NC
This pair of brass decorations in the shape of the Eiffel tower conjures the romance of a voyage to Paris. Made in France in the 20th Century, the intricate lattice-work is rendered ...
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20th Century French Provincial French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
19th C. Leather Wrapped French Navy Binoculars, C.1880
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
This is an original pair of leather wrapped French navy binoculars with a working compass on the end. "Jumelle Marine Paris" (Sailor Twin) is ...
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Late 19th Century High Victorian Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
19th C. Leather Wrapped "LeMaire Fabt Paris" Binoculars c.1880
Located in San Francisco, CA
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This is an original pair of leather wrapped expandable binoculars. "LeMaire Fabt Paris" is embossed on each eyepiece. The lens expand out to sharpen the view. The binoculars a...
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Late 19th Century High Victorian Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Set Of Old Bound Books 19th Century France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Set of old books dating from the 19th century. From an old protestant library near Le Havre in France. These books are called " Society for the History of French Protestantism ". Th...
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Late 19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Set of Old Books from 19th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Set of old books dating from the 19th century. From an old protestant library near Le Havre in France. These books are called « Life of Jean Wesley ». These...
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19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather, Paper
French Palissy François Maurice Majolica Lobster Wall Plaque, Circa 1870
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Palissy School of Paris Majolica hanging wall plaque, France, modeled by François Maurice, circa 1870-1875.
Modeled from life, this extremely dimensional and realistic piece is gl...
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Late 19th Century Renaissance Revival Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Earthenware
Set of Old Bound Books 19th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Set of old books dating from the 19th century. From an old protestant library near Le Havre in France. These books are called « Disciple de Jésus Christ » (disciple of Jesus Christ)...
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19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather, Paper
Early 20th Century French Carved Black Forest Hunting Barometer and Thermometer
Located in Birmingham, AL
A stunning early 20th century French black forest barometer with thermometer, circa 1900. Found in a hunting lodge in Lyon, this antique weather station...
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Early 1900s Black Forest Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Walnut
19th c. Expandable Leather Wrapped Binoculars c.1880
Located in San Francisco, CA
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This is an original pair of leather wrapped expandable binoculars. "LeMaire Fabt Paris" is embossed on each eyepiece. The lens expand out to sharpen the view. The binoculars...
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Late 19th Century Industrial Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Coffee Grinder from Peugeot Freres Mod A0
Located in Roma, IT
Rarissimo modello A0 creato alla fine dell'800, conservato, non restaurato nel suo colore originale, costruito in ghisa e cassetti in legno funzionanti nel meccanismo della mola.
Man...
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Late 19th Century Industrial Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron
Victor Barbizet French Palissy Basket of Fish Covered Terrine, Circa 1875
By Victor Barbizet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A scarce Victor Barbizet covered terrine formed as a rustic basket of fish, France, circa 1870.
The two piece terrine has a lid showing a variety of g...
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Late 19th Century Renaissance Revival Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Earthenware
Suite of 6 Early 20th Century French Leather Bound Dictionary Books Dated 1929
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a library or an office with this complete suite of six large antique dictionary books. Printed in Paris, France by Maison Larousse, and d...
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Early 20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather, Paper
La Tapisserie Gothique by Goeblins, 1st Ed, Leather Bound, Presentation Copy
Located in valatie, NY
La Tapisserie Gothique, par Manufacture Nationale des Gobelins, by E. Planès, Directeur de la Manufacture Nationale des Gobelins. Published by Albert Morancé...
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1920s Vintage French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather, Paper
Le Tanneur Mid-Century French Leather Boxed Bridge Card Playing & Betting Set
By Le Tanneur
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Mid-Century boxed card Bridge set manufactured by the well known French luxury leather goods company Le Tanneur, circa 1960’s.
The prestigious French leather goods company, LE TANNEUR began in 1898 with their line of luxury items called Le Sans Couture. Le Tanneur is known for their timeless elegance and quality.
The wood box is covered in a fine-grained tanned black leather with a magnetic gold-tone clasp. The box is beautifully made, lined in green felt, and still in the original brand printed cardboard box. The set includes a full deck of playing cards, colorful plastic betting chips and tokens that store in fitted covered containers, and a gold-plated pencil for keeping score. Also included is a pad of scoring paper...
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Mid-20th Century International Style French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather, Plastic, Paper
French Victorian Brass Fireman's Helmets
Located in New York, NY
2 similar French Victorian brass fireman's helmets. (Priced Each).
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Black Suede Phenolic Bakelite Ladies Bag, circa 1930s
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this superbly stylish and rare 1930s-1940s Art Deco black suede bakelite grab bag. Labelled 'Made in France' to the inside. This bag feels lovely to use with its soft body and light weight. Beautiful shape and size, a genuine Art Deco 1940s vintage black suede with stunning bakelite clasp and decorative accent. A French made bag that comes to you in excellent vintage condition with no major issues inside and out. It is fully lined in black rayon that is great condition, this one is a stunner. The interior is very generous in size and perfect for modern day use. Plenty of room here for everything, the bag measures a healthy 12" (30 cm) wide and 9" (22.5 cm) high with the large cherry bakelite...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silk, Suede, Bakelite
Art Deco Wool and Catalin Bakelite Slouch Ladies Bag, circa 1930
Located in Devon, England
Oh so smart is this wonderful ladies handbag, 1930s. There is no makers mark but was sourced in the US so likely to have originated from there originally. The body of the bag is slou...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Silk, Bakelite, Wool
Set of Old Bound Books Dating from the 19th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Set of old religious books dating from the 19th century. From an old protestant library near Le Havre in France. These books are called for example « The poetry in Paris». These bea...
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Late 19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Telefono in Ceramica Limoges, Anni 70
Located in Felino, IT
Telefono in ceramica Limonge, funzionante con vecchia presa telefono. in buono stato, ma ci sono 2 parti incollate. una sotto al microfono voce ed una nella cornetta. le parti sono c...
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1970s Rococo Vintage French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Ceramic
Luxury Vintage Stirrup Table Clock Maquet Paris, Nice 8 Jours, France, 1940s
By Maquet, Hermès
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Luxury vintage stirrup desk / table clock Maquet Paris - Nice 8 Jours, France, 1940s
Clock with Equestrian / Polo / Racing horse Motifs in the style of Hermes (exactly the same model but with hermes marks...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
19th c. Leather Wrapped "121" French Binoculars c.1880
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
This is an original pair of leather wrapped and painted brass field binoculars marked on the eyepiece with "LeMair Fabt Paris". The black metal focus wheel works well and th...
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Late 19th Century High Victorian Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Set of Antique Books Dating From the 19th Century France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Set of antique books dating from the 19th century. From an old protestant library near Le Havre in France. These books are "encyclopedias of relig...
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Late 19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
19th Century French Polished Iron Virgin Mary Garden Statue Signed A. Corneau
By Alfred Corneau
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful antique cross was crafted in France, circa 1870. The large iron religious item decorated with scroll and floral motifs is embellished with the Virgin Mary in prayers a...
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Mid-19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Virgin to the Child Enamelled Plaque, French, circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Virgin Mary and Baby Jesus enameled wall plaque.
French, mid-century.
Reproduction from a stained glass window of Reims cathedral (13th century) ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Enamel
Dentist Chair Type III, Series 3266 by J. Corno, Union Frimor, France, ca 1920
Located in Delft, NL
A dentist chair Type III, series 3266 by J. Corno, Union Frimor, France ca. 1920
The heavy chair has the color in a mahogany look with gold line. The chair has leather headrests a...
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Early 20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Chapel of Grace Altötting, Souvenir Building Paperweight Desktop Statue
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A decorative souvenir building sculpture. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of metal and a marble base. This item was bought as...
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1950s Art Deco Vintage French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Marble, Metal
Primatice Maitre De Fontainebleau Dominique Cordellier 1st Ed Exhibition Catalog
Located in valatie, NY
Primatice Maitre De Fontainebleau by Dominique Cordellier. Published by Editions de la Réunion des Musées Nationaux, Paris, 2004. 1st Ed softcover exhibition catalog. First major exh...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Hermes Chess Set, 1985
By Rena Dumas, Hermès
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful and elegant chess set designed by Rena Dumas for Hermes circa 1985. Come with a leather folder. Pieces are made of steel and brass. The King...
Category
1980s Vintage French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Architectural Model with Slate Roof
Located in South Salem, NY
Example of an architecture master project with slate roof. This was prepared to show the mastery of architectural design, engineering, and construction of a...
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Late 19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Slate
Early 20th Century French Black Board, Chalkboard
Located in Atlanta, GA
A terrific early 20th century black board - chalkboard from France. Wonderfully constructed from slate and wood. One writing surface is smooth and the othe...
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Early 20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Slate
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