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Material: Wood
Place of Origin: French
Large Antique Soild Oak Sculpture of Saint John the Baptist w. Lamb of God 1850
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique hand carved church statue of Jewish prophet, John the Baptist, circa 1850. When you think of the life of Saint John the Baptist (or Baptiste as it is spelled here) then you can only come to the conclusion that in fact he was one of the most important human beings in the history of the world in general and of Christianity in particular. Saint John is sometimes depicted with a lamb to symbolise his recognition of Jesus as the Son of God. When John baptised Jesus in the River Jordan he said 'Behold, the Lamb of God'. In this case the sculptor chose to portray a standing lamb which is a rare feature and this antique was obviously carved in the Baroque Style. This Style is less detailed (or some would say 'more naive') than for example the Renaissance Style, but there are many collectors who love and collect this Style. Also, because it was most used in antique churches all over Europe and this Style also is most used in antique religious paintings of the old masters. Just like with 17th century Baroque Saint...
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Mid-19th Century Baroque Revival Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood, Oak

Old Charles Model Aeroplane Transparent Spad Plane Type
Located in Paris, FR
Model Old Charles aeroplane transparent spad plane type, Small-scale model of Guynemers plane, handmade with wood, cotton sheet and aluminium leaf.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Aluminum

Three Framed Plates from "L'ornement Polychrome" Edited by Racinet
By Auguste Racinet
Located in Hanover, MA
Three mounted and giltwood framed chromolithograph plates from L'Ornement Polychrome: Motifs de tous les styles, art ancien et asiatique, Moyen Age, Renaissance, XVIIe et XVIIIe siècles, by A. Racinet, 1869-1873. Published by Firmin-Didot, Paris. Specifically, the three framed plates are Middle Ages, Renaissance and 17th century. This reference work “created to render major services to our industrial arts” brings the archeological art...
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19th Century Victorian Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Giltwood

A vintage lifebuoy from a French ship, early 20th century.
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A vintage lifebuoy from a French ship, dating back to the early 20th century. It features a cork core covered with white and red fabric and equipped with a lifeline. It has a brass r...
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Early 20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Antique Fine Handcarved Oak Gothic Revival Wall Shrine / Chapel for Statuette
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and good condition, Gothic-art shrine for standing or wall-hanging. This handsome and decorative, Gothic wall shrine is completely hand-crafted out of solid oak and it will look awesome, no matter where you decide to mount or place her. It must have taken its creator quite a few days to first draw this intricate design on paper and then hand carve the entire piece out of solid oak. The Gothic Style elements are deeply handcarved in both doors and they make this shrine highly decorative and an absolute joy to own and look at. This cabinet chapel (or chapel cabinet) comes with its brass lock in perfect working order and also with its original gothic style key. The handgrip is in fact a Gothic trefoil symbol (for the trinity). What also makes this piece extra attractive is the Gothic church window-like frame behind the doors. It is among the finest we have seen to date and on top of that this antique also has a beautiful and rich patina. By the way, the bronze Mary statuette is not included in our price. Finally, thanks to the hook in the back, mounting this antique chapel...
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Early 20th Century Gothic Revival French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Jeux de la grenouille, French Frog Game
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Super fun French game, called Jeux de la grenouille, involving throwing. Pine game and cast iron frogs. Get the disc in the frogs’ mouths!
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Early 20th Century Other French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Gothic Revival Hand Carved, Lacquered, Parcel Giltwood Spire
Located in Firenze, IT
An impressively large and well detailed French late 19th century architectural model of a Gothic inspired transept-spire or church pinnacle. This Neo Gothic decorative finial is han...
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19th Century Gothic Revival Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Alligator Table Football
Located in Paris, FR
Table Football Alligator with all structure in first choice solid beech wood and some parts in beech plywood, upholstered and covered with real alligator...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

Early 19th Century French Mahogany Miniature Escritoire
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A very attractive and most unusual early 19th century French mahogany miniature escritoire having hinged top over one frieze drawer raised on original brass ball feet (This most unusual piece was almost certainly made originally as a travelling salesman...
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Early 19th Century Regency Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Mahogany

Large French 19th Century Hand Carved Wooden Fragment of a Marionette
Located in Buisson, FR
Very nice handcarved fragment of a marionette. France, circa 1850. Weathered, small losses and old repairs Measurement include the wooden base.
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19th Century Folk Art Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Textile, Wood

20th Century French Metal & Wooden Palette On Stand
Located in High Point, NC
Step into the artist's studio with this original 20th Century French Metal & Wooden Palette on Stand, a captivating piece that tells a tale of creativity in the making. This palette,...
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20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

19th Century Miniature French Sedan Vitrine
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Charming miniature vitrine in the style of a Sedan chair. Very rare and unique piece to display a favorite item from your collection..
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19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Fine 19th Century French Marquetry Prayer Kneeler (Prie-dieu)
Located in Austin, TX
French prayer kneeler (prie-dieu), 19thc., of carved marquetry case, having hinge top opening to velvet lined interior, over two drawers, all above protruding base with lift top, ris...
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19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Hand Carved Polychrome and Painted Wall Crucifix
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique carved statue of Christ nailed on the cross was crafted in France, circa 1850. Found in a private chapel in the Rhone Valley, the large cross features a detailed hand ca...
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Mid-19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood, Paint

Early 20th Century Terrestrial Globe by G. Thomas Paris
By G. Thomas, Éditeur
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Early 20th Terrestrial Globe by G. Thomas. 44 Rue ND des Champs, Paris. Found on original ebonised turned base and brass fittings. Paris, France Circa 1920.
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Early 20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood, Paper

Antique Wood Stick and Ball Book or Bible Table Top Stand or Lectern - Portugal
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Sourced from the home of a Catholic priest in Oklahoma, this antique stick and ball book stand will be a fabulous addition to any room. The hand...
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20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Antique Hand-Carved Gothic Style Quasimodo / Hunchback of Notre Dame Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
Very rare, 19th century statuette of Victor Hugo's famous novel character. If you are a collector of rare novel and/or famous movie characters then this 19th century sculpture of Quasimodo, better known as the Hunchback of Notre Dame...
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Late 19th Century Gothic Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Napoleon III Prie Dieu or Prayer Chair.
Located in Labrit, Landes
Prayer chair or Prie-Dieu of the period Napoleon III, French, 19th century Exotic wood and velvet with golden braid. Can be recovered to suit your interior. Good antique condition.     
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Late 19th Century Napoleon III Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Blaise Bontems Musical Automaton Singing birds and Clock under glass dome
Located in Leuven , BE
This 19th-century French automaton from the late 1800s showcases a delightful ensemble of features: three vibrant animated birds, a cascading waterfall, a tree surrounded by rocky ou...
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19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

A pair of ostrich eggs with their turned solid oak bases, France XIXth century
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A pair of emptied ostrich eggs with their turned solid oak bases, dating back to the 19th century and originating from a cabinet of curiosities, Ostrich eggs are particularly impres...
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Late 19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ostrich Eggshell, Oak

19th Century French Carved Walnut and Iron Painted Sailboat Wheel
Located in Dallas, TX
This large antique wooden ship wheel was carved in France, circa 1880. The traditional, fruitwood nautical object has its original metal brace arou...
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Late 19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

French Louis Philippe Style Miniature Armoire
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 20th Century French Louis Philippe style miniature doll armoire. Mahogany veneer with inlay detail and pine as a secondary wood. Mirrored door wi...
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Early 20th Century Louis Philippe French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Marble

French Louis Philippe Style Miniature Armoire or Wall Cabinet
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century Century French Louis Philippe style miniature armoire or sample cabinet, hand-crafted of solid walnut with a mirrored door and dovetailed drawer. Interior has one adjustable shelf (replaced). Working lock and key. Chestnut as a secondary wood. Mirrored door with drawer below. All original and well constructed. May be used as a kitchen wall cabinet...
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Late 19th Century Louis Philippe Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Set of Antique French Hardwood Skittles and Ball
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Primitive set of 6 antique hand carved hardwood skittles (fr. quilles) and 1 ball. Wonderful decorative item with lots of weathered character. The game of quilles was first played i...
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19th Century Primitive Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Hardwood, Wood

19th Century French Wood Miniature Antique Spiral Staircase Architectural Model
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A brown, antique walnut spiral staircase decor with Classic design with numerous steps and flat baluster supports on a square base, in a herringbone pattern, in good condition. Miniature staircase...
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19th Century Rococo Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Vintage Specimen Collector's Chest of Drawers, French, Walnut Desk Box, Art Deco
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage specimen collector's chest of drawers. A French, solid walnut four drawer executive desk box, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1930. Exceptional figuring and f...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Walnut

ANCIENT FORM OF FRENCH HATS early 20th Century Maillard Allie
By Europa
Located in Madrid, ES
ANCIENT FORM OF FRENCH HATS early 20th Century from the Maillard Allie brand in wood and metal. Small defects, not tested. Dim.: 19 x 29 cm
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20th Century Modern French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

18th Century Louis XVI Giltwood Wall Barometer
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A beautifully carved and giltwood 18th century Louis XVI wall barometer having its original mercury tube and mechanism but presently with the mercury missing.    
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Late 19th Century Louis XVI Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Giltwood

19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Prie Dieu ~ Prayer Bench
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Prie Dieu ~ Prayer Bench survives in remarkable condition, and was rendered entirely from sumptuous hand-select French walnut. Featuring elaborat...
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Late 19th Century Louis XV Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Antique French embossed copper plate - Let the little children come to me
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Antique French copper work picturing Jesus Christ talking to children, illustrating famous "let the little children come to me" biblical recommandation. Early 19th century circa 1820...
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Early 19th Century Restauration Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Copper

Louis XV Miniature Parquery Armoire, Circa 1760
Located in Spencertown, NY
The Louis XV Provincial Walnut Parquetry Miniature Armoire. Opening to reveal a shelves and drawers.
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Mid-18th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ebony, Walnut

Art Nouveau French Black , wooden Telephone Bronze
By French Foundry Pierret-Depaix et Cie
Located in Valladolid, ES
Amazing Art Nouveau black and wooden French Telephone, by AOIP. At the end of the 19th century, sixty-four workers from the Paris Chamber of Precisi...
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1920s Art Nouveau Vintage French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze, Wire

Portrait Miniature Jean-Baptiste Couvelet, French, 1772-1830
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). A girl, head and shoulders, her da...
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Late 18th Century Louis XVI Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Oak

An Architectural Model of a Gothic Pinnacle France
Located in Chonburi, TH
This architectural model is a stunning representation of a Gothic pinnacle from France, standing at an impressive height of 51 cm. Crafted with meticul...
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19th Century Gothic Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Oak

Gothic Revival Gilt Brass on Wood Wall Mirror with Glass Stones and Latin Phrase
Located in Lisse, NL
For the collectors of rare, beautiful, meaningful and usable Gothic Revival antiques. At the bottom of this strikingly colorful and stylish Gothic mirror is the Latin phrase Monstra...
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Late 19th Century Gothic Revival Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

French 18th Century Louis XVI Gilt Barometer
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A 18th Century Louis XVI French gold-gilt barometer circa 1780. This early instrument of meteorology was used to measure atmospheric pressure and air temperature. The barometer is adorned with hand carved details; a large bow, flowers, a flaming heart, laurel leaves and scrolls. The dial face is hand-painted and has been repaired over time. The barometer is no longer in working order and is now purely decorative. Be sure to view the detailed images to see this interesting antique up...
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18th Century Louis XVI Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

Early 20th Century French Carved Oak Free Standing Crucifix Signed Dated 1923
Located in Dallas, TX
This free standing antique cross was hand carved from oak wood in France. Signed by the artist and dated 1923, the crucifix stands on a globe like base and features our Lord Jesus C...
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Early 20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Oak

19th Century Brass and Wooden Jewelry Scale
Located in High Point, NC
Loyally underhand for quickly weighing out gemstones and precious medals, this trustworthy sidekick was once the prized tool for the detailed work of the jeweler. Made in France in t...
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19th Century French Provincial Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Vintage Catholic Lourdes Church Souvenir Building with Music Box, France 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This vintage silvered Music Box was a souvenir from a pilgrims journey to the famous City of Lourdes in France. It is made of metal and wood. The mu...
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1920s Vintage French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

French, 18th Century, Baroque Gilded Metal Procession Cross
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful baroque gilded metal procession cross with a great patina. France circa 1750. weathered and small losses. Measurements include the wooden pedestal.
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18th Century Baroque Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

18th Century French Louis XVI Carved Giltwood Wall Barometer & Thermometer
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a wall with this elegant, antique barometer with attached thermometer. Crafted in Paris, France, circa 1760 and hexagonal in shape, the scientific instrument features its or...
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Late 18th Century Louis XVI Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

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Glass, Giltwood, Parchment Paper

Terrestrial globe apres Mr. Rizzi Zannoni, Paris 1762.
Located in Milan, IT
Designed to be hanged to the ceiling, terrestrial globe, made out of paper machè and wood, brass hook. It is reported in the cartouche of the globe: globe terrestre d’après Mr. Rizz...
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Mid-18th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Framed 18th Century Comte de Buffon Indian Monkey French Engraving, L’Aigrette
By Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
One of four framed Monkey Plates we are offering from the Buffon Comte de Quadrúpedes series by Georges-Louis Leclerc, France, circa 1770. A copper pla...
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Late 18th Century Louis XV Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood, Paper

Laboratory Trebuchet Balance By Maison Mabille In Paris.
Located in BARSAC, FR
Pharmacy/laboratory trebuchet scale in its all-sided glass case, a vertical sliding door on the front, a storage drawer at the bottom. Complete with its original accessories, functi...
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Glass, Wood

Antique French Statue Figure Sculpture Queen Lady with Crown Medieval Oak 25.25"
Located in Tyler, TX
RARE Carved Oak Statue Figure~~Medieval Queen or Lady with Crown MASTERFULLY CARVED from one piece of oak depicting a Medieval era queen (maybe after G...
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Late 19th Century Medieval Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

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Oak

1900s French Miniature Cabinet
Located in High Point, NC
Embrace the exquisite charm of this 1900s French Miniature Cabinet, a true marvel of craftsmanship. Intricately hand-carved with ornate designs, every detail reflects the artistry of...
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20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Ptolemaic Armillary Sphere Charles-François Delamarche Paris, 1805-1810 Circa
By Charles Francois Delamarche
Located in Milano, IT
Charles-François Delamarche Ptolemaic armillary sphere Paris, circa 1805-1810 Wood and papier-mâché covered with printed and partly hand-coloured paper It measures 15.74” in height, ...
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Early 1800s Empire Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper, Wood

Late 19th Century Charles X Eglomise Barometer
Located in Charlottesville, VA
This is a pretty French barometer with pretty decoration. Made in the Late 19th Century.
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19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

1900s French Pharmacy Canisters, Set of 11
Located in High Point, NC
Embark on a journey through time with this set of 1900s French Pharmacy Canisters, a collection of 11 canisters each bearing the names of vintage items used in pharmacies. From Rhiz ...
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20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Pleyel Upright Piano Satinwood Neoclassical Inlay Fluted, Columnar Legs
Located in Leeds, GB
An 1893, Pleyel upright piano with a satinwood cabinet. Entire cabinet features intricate, Neocalssical style inlay. The front panels feature a symmetri...
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1890s Neoclassical Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

20th Century French Wooden Toy Car
Located in High Point, NC
Transport yourself back in time with this charming 20th-century French Wooden Toy Car—a delightful creation that echoes the simplicity and charm of vintage playthings...
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20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Early 20th Century French Wooden Xylophone
Located in High Point, NC
Discover the enchanting notes of the past with this Early 20th Century French Wooden Xylophone, a musical treasure wrapped in the charm of yesteryears. Encased in a distinguished bla...
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20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Antique French Child’s Hobby Horse
Located in Calgary, Alberta
French antique child's pull along hobby horse. Lots of authentic features on this toy, including original paint, horsehair tail, leather hand tooled saddle...
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Early 20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Mid 19th Century Angel Sculpture
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Mid 19th century French, parcel gilt and polychrome wood carved angel, coming from a convent near Ghent (Lede). Winged Gabriel kneeling on it's faux marble painted base, still in goo...
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19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Anatomical model for class: a heart, France 1890.
Located in Milan, IT
Anatomical model for class, depicting an animal’s heart, made out of painted papier mache. Ebonized wooden base, square shape. France circa 1890.
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Late 19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Jewel pietradura walking stick depicting the rape of Europa, France 1870.
Located in Milan, IT
Walking Stick knob made out of green quartz semi-precious stone, oval enamel miniature painted on copper, depicting the rape of Europa and the bull. 18...
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Late 19th Century Antique French Collectibles and Curiosities

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Quartz, Metal, Gold

French Art Deco Large Galley Ship by Art Bois, 1930s
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Large French Art Deco galley by Anthoine Art Bois, France, 1930s. Wood and chrome. Height : 15.35"(39cm), Width : 17.3"(44cm), Depth : 5.7"(14.5cm). Excellent condition.
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1930s Art Deco Vintage French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Chrome

Large Antique French Architect's Model of a Winding Staircase, Display Piece
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This solid oak French model staircase is a rare find. Made by the architect to demonstrate the full scale staircase design, this unusually large-scale model from the early twentieth ...
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Early 20th Century French Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Oak

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