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Period: 18th Century and Earlier
A wooden diptical sundial, England 1790.
Located in Milan, IT
Pocket sundial, made out of wood, with print paper element on both the internal sides and to the top. England end of XVIII cent.
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English Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood, Paper

18th c(Edo period) certified samurai armor (yoroi) in exceptional st. Preservati
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Elaborately made set of armor , reflecting high social status of the owner. It is appears austere and yet sophisticated with multiple gilded family crests and arabesque design on gilded copper fittings. Very fine 32 plate Kabuto helmet...
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Japanese Edo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Iron

Antique Engraving showing Apollo, the Olympian Deity and Patron of Delphi, 1686
Located in Langweer, NL
Description: Antique print, titled: 'Apollo, Afgod te Delphos' - This plate shows Apollo, the Olympian Deity and patron of Delphi. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Eng...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Print of the Chinese City of Anhing by Nieuhof, 1668
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print China titled 'Anhing'. Old print depicting a view on the Chinese city of Anhing with its ramparts. This print originates from the Latin editio...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of the Balkans with Coat of Arms
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Tavola Nuova di Schiavonia'. Ruscelli's map of the Balkans, with a coat of arms. The mountains are represented, river systems are shown in detail, and cities, towns and ports denoted throughout this 16th century map. A number of islands in the Adriatic Sea are also shown. This map originates from 'Espositione & introduttioni universali di Gir. Ruscelli sopra tutta la Geografia di Tolomeo (..)' published by Girolamo Ruscelli, 1561. Girolamo Ruscelli (1500-1566) was a cartographer, humanist, and scholar from Tuscany. Ruscelli was a prominent writer and editor in his time, writing about a wide variety of topics including the works of Giovanni Boccaccio and Francesco Petrarch, Italian language, Italian poetry, medicine, alchemy, and militia. One of his most notable works was a translation of Ptolemy...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Dutch Silver Miniature Samovar/Coffee Urn - Antique 1722
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional, fine and impressive antique 18th century miniature silver samovar/coffee urn has a circular baluster shaped form. The body of this Dutch silver samovar is plain and unembellished, with an applied border to the upper rim. This antique silver samovar...
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Dutch Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Silver, Sterling Silver

CAMDEN - The Historie of the Life & Death of Mary Stuart - SECOND EDITION - 1636
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: CAMDEN, William. TITLE: The Historie of the Life and Death of Mary Stuart Queene of Scotland. PUBLISHER: London: by John Haviland, and are to be sold by William Sheares, 1...
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British Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather

Antique Map of Sri Lanka with an unusual five-sided shape
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Ins. Ceilan quae incolis Tenarisin dicitur'. This exquisite, early map of Sri Lanka is shown with an unusual five-sided shape. North is oriented to the left by an...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

A Double Barrel Flintlock Sporting Gun
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A fine example of a double barrel flintlock sporting gun by Probin, London. The browned barrels and the locks are both signed, good colour walnut stock. circa 1795 Barrel length 83c...
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English Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Steel

Antique Engraving of Brahma, the Hindu Creator God, 1723
Located in Langweer, NL
Description: Antique religion print titled 'Brama ou Bruma'. This print depicts Brahma, the Hindu creator god. He is also known as the Grandfather and as a later equivalent of Prajap...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of Zeeland, The Netherlands, by Jaillot, 1693
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Le Comte de Zeelande (..).' Detailed map of the province of Zeeland, The Netherlands. Details shown include fortified towns, roads, sandbanks and marshlands. Base...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of France, based on the work of Ptolemy
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Gallia Nova Tabula'. Ruscelli's map of France. This map originates from 'Espositione & introduttioni universali di Gir. Ruscelli sopra tutta la Geografia di Tolomeo (..)' published by Girolamo Ruscelli, 1561. Girolamo Ruscelli (1500-1566) was a cartographer, humanist, and scholar from Tuscany. Ruscelli was a prominent writer and editor in his time, writing about a wide variety of topics including the works of Giovanni Boccaccio and Francesco Petrarch, Italian language, Italian poetry, medicine, alchemy, and militia. One of his most notable works was a translation of Ptolemy’s Geographia...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of the Namen or Namur Region in Wallonia, Belgium
Located in Langweer, NL
Description: Antique map titled 'Namurcum Comitatus' A map of the Namen/Namur region in Wallonia, Belgium. It is the capital of the province Namur and hosts the Walloon Parliament. T...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Fabulous Original Antique two-sheet Map of the Caspian Sea, ca.1723
Located in Langweer, NL
Carte Marine de la Mer Caspiene... [and] Coste de Perse sur la Mer Caspiene et Partie de Celles de Tartarie", Delisle, Guillaume (2 maps) Subject: Caspian Sea Period: 1723 (circa) P...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Italian 18th Century Butcher Hooks
Located in Atlanta, GA
Charming 18th century Butcher Hooks from the Piedmont region of Italy. Wonderfully crafted from hand forged iron. A perfect kitchen accessory or to s...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Iron

Small Original Antique Map of the Lower Alsace region, Germany
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Alsatia Inferior'. Small original antique map of the Lower Alsace region, Germany. This map originates from 'Atlas minor Gerardi Mercatoris a I. Hondio plurimis a...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Old Map Showing Info Related to the Ottoman Wars including Conflict Dates, c1690
Located in Langweer, NL
"Corso del Danubio da Vienna Sui a Vicopoli, e Paesi Adiacenti - Northwestern Sheet", Coronelli, Vincenzo Maria Subject: Central Europe, Danube River Period: 1690 (circa) Publicatio...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Original Old Map of Northeastern Greece & Northwestern Turkey, Published in 1661
Located in Langweer, NL
This small map was engraved by Petrus Kaerius and is based on Ortelius' map of the same title. It covers the ancient region of Thrace, present-day European Turkey and part of Greece....
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

18th Century Italian Gilt Wood Winged Angel Putto
Located in Stamford, CT
Charming 18th century Italian gilt wood putto with wings now mounted on a custom black steel base. Likely originally part of a relief panel, with the old ha...
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Italian Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Giltwood

17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel Representing "The Musician"
Located in Madrid, ES
17th century Portuguese Tile Panel Representing "The Musician " Restored Measures: 43cm x 28cm Amazing unique art work.
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Portuguese Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Porcelain

Large 17th Century French Slate Octagonal Sundial
Located in Madrid, ES
A Large 17th century French Slate Octagonal Sundial With wrought iron gnomon and profusely engraved with latin letters.Size:39x39 cm.With latter hanging ...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Slate

Antique Engraving with a Plan of Rhodes, Greece, 1688
Located in Langweer, NL
Description: Antique map, titled: 'Rhodos.' - Plan of Rhodes, Greece. This map originates from 'Nauwkeurige Beschrijving der eilanden in de in de Archipel der Middellantsche Zee', by...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Bird's Eye-view Atjien or Atjeh in Aceh in Northern Sumatra, Indonesia
Located in Langweer, NL
Description: Antique print Indonesia titled 'Atsjien'. Bird's eye-view of the Town of Atjien on the northernmost point of Sumatra. This print originates from 'Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indië...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Detailed Antique Map of the Black Sea, Balkans and Asia Minor
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Nuova Carta del Europa Turchesca (..)'. This is an Italian version of Tirion's detailed map of the Black Sea, Balkans, and Asia Minor. It is embellished with a si...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Small Original Antique Map of Upper Saxony, Germany
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Saxonia Superior'. Small original antique map of Upper Saxony, Germany. Upper Saxony (German: Obersachsen) was the name given to the majority of the German lands ...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Antique Map of Spain including the Balearic Islands
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Hispania Nova Tabula'. Ruscelli's map of Spain, including the Balearic Islands. This map originates from 'Espositione & introduttioni universali di Gir. Ruscelli sopra tutta la Geografia di Tolomeo (..)' published by Girolamo Ruscelli, 1561. Girolamo Ruscelli (1500-1566) was a cartographer, humanist, and scholar from Tuscany. Ruscelli was a prominent writer and editor in his time, writing about a wide variety of topics including the works of Giovanni Boccaccio and Francesco Petrarch, Italian language, Italian poetry, medicine, alchemy, and militia. One of his most notable works was a translation of Ptolemy’s Geographia...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Detailed Antique Map of the Lower Rhine region, Germany
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'S.R.I. Circulus Rhanus Inferior sive Electorum Rheni (..)'. Detailed map of the Lower Rhine region, Germany. The title cartouche in the upper left quadrant featur...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Original Antique Map of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Les Isles Britanniques, ou sont les Royaumes d Angleterre (..)'. Detailed map of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales, with French coast and part of the Netherlan...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Rare 17th Century Japanese Export Lacquer Medical Instrument Box
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A rare Japanese export lacquer medical instrument box Edo-period, 1650-1700 L. 19 x W. 6 x H. 8.5 cm This unconventionally shaped lacquer b...
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Japanese Edo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Gold

18th Century Carved Oak Statue Depicting St. Bartholomew
Located in Dallas, TX
This tall French statue of St. Bartholomew was hand-carved from oak in the 1700’s. This depiction of St. Bartholomew is not often seen in art, except for one of the most well known r...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Oak

American Walnut Satinwood Inlaid Valuables Box with Original Feet, Circa 1780
Located in Hollywood, SC
American Chippendale walnut oval satinwood inlaid valuables box with a carved molded hinged lid revealing an interior till with a secret hidden drawer, e...
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American Chippendale Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Satinwood, Walnut

Italian 18th Century Butcher Hooks
Located in Atlanta, GA
Charming 18th century Butcher Hooks from the Piedmont region of Italy. Wonderfully crafted from hand forged iron. A perfect kitchen accessory or to...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Iron

Cross of Caravaca 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Cross of caravaca xvii century Very beautiful cross of Caravaca made in bronze. 17th century. Measurements: 12 x 6cm Good condition.
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Italian Gothic Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Bronze

Edo period samurai full set of armor (yoroi) with unique original helmet
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Excellent set of Samurai armor Edo period. According to the inscription on the Dou(cuirass), Armor was commissioned by a leading member of Wada Samurai family, Wada Masatada to a renown armor maker, Myochin Munetaka. 18th century. Pristine condition, with only minor abrasions and losses due to significant age. PRICE and other inquiries, please send a message. It holds prestigious Tokubetsu Kitcho Shiryo (especially important cultural item), papers by Nihon Katchū Bugu Kenkyū Hozon Kai (The Association for the Research and Preservation of Japanese Armor...
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Japanese Edo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Iron

Italian 18th Century Balance, Scale
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very stunning 18th century balance - Scale from Rome, Italy. Beautifully crafted from polychromed and gilt wood. A wonderful accent piece for a library or office.
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Original Antique Map of the Western Part of NEW MEXICO & CALIFORNIA
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Map of the Western Part of NEW MEXICO and CALIFORNIA According to the Latest Discoveries by the Jesuits and Others" Description: This exquisite original Dutch map, titled "...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of the Island of Java, Indonesia
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Nouvelle Carte de l'Isle de Java (..) - Nieuwe Kaart van het Eiland Java (..)'. Chart of the island of Java, depicting soundings around the coast, all principal h...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Rare Antique Print of an Arabian Man Playing a Violin or Kamanche in Cairo, 1698
Located in Langweer, NL
Untitled print of a man from Cairo, Egypt. The man is playing an (music) instrument. This print originates from 'Reizen van Cornelis de Bruyn, door de vermaardste deelen van Klein As...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

18th Century Altar Modell, South Germany, with Original Painting, Wood
Located in Epfach, DE
18th century Altar Modell, South Germany, with original painting, wood A rare altar model with original painting, in the middle Jesus Christus and on the top God the father and two...
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German Louis XVI Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Lapis Lazuli Fully Polished Freeform
Located in BAARN, UT
Very intense good quality lapis blue with shiny pyrite details. Large piece.
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Afghan Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Lapis Lazuli

Antique Plan of Ancient Syracuse, Plan of ancient Syracuse, Sicily, Italy
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Plan de l'Ancienne Ville de Syracuse'. Plan of ancient Syracuse, Sicily, Italy. This print originates from 'Histoire Universelle (..)'. Artists and Engravers...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of the Region involved in the Conquest of Cyrus the Great
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Tabula Itineris Decies Mille (..)'. This historical map illustrates the region involved in the conquest of Cyrus the Great (558-528 BC), the founder of the Persia...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Large Antique Map of Europe, Showing the Empire of Charlemagne
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Imperium Caroli Magni (..)'. Large antique map of Europe, showing the Empire of Charlemagne in the 8th Century. Engraved by T. Kitchin. Published J. Blair, circa ...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

18th Century Silver Russian Icon
Located in Pomona, CA
18th-century silver Russian icon.
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Russian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Silver

18th Century Italian Carved Giltwood Polychrome Baby Jesus with Glass Eyes
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique baby Jesus figure was crafted in Italy, circa 1780. The hand-painted putti carving feature its original polychrome finish for a luxurio...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Genuine Ophiuroidea Brittle Star Fossil with Customized Display Stand (1.8 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
Genuine, museum-quality, Ophiuroidea Brittle Star Fossil. Ophiura ophiura or the serpent star is a species of brittle star in the order Ophiurida. This type of species is known for i...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Other

French XVIII TH box microscope for the privilege of the King
Located in Madrid, ES
French XVIII TH box microscope by Sibie a Marsella for the privilege of the King The box microscope can be defined as a compound microscope where the optic system is fixed by a pilar...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Large Cross With Christ In Gilt Bronze From The 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Large Cross With Christ In Gilt Bronze From The 17th Century IMPORTANT 17th C. CROSS TO CHRIST IN FINELY CHISELLED GOLD BRONZE FRENCH SCHOOL OF THE...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Bronze

Antique Map of the Archdiocese of Cologne, Germany
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Archevesche et Eslectorat de Cologne avec ses Enclaves'. Original old map of the Archdiocese of Cologne with the course of the Rhine from Andernach to Wesel with ...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of the Area centered on the Rhine River, Germany
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Uterque Rheni Circulus Superior (..)'. Fine old color map of the area centered on the Rhine River, from Strassbourg to Wesel and Duisburg, Germany. With cities hi...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Early 18th Century Tuscan Prieu-Dieu/Kneeler Walnut and Olive Wooden Listra
Located in Firenze, FI
This kneeler bases its beauty on simplicity and elegance in poplar veneered in walnut and olive. Typical manufacture of a Tuscan craftsman, it is influenced by the rigid and linear ...
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Italian Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Olive, Walnut

Antique Hand-Coloured Map of Venice with Vintage Frame, Italy, Late 18th Century
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Italy, late 18th Century Antique hand-coloured map of Venice. Measures: H 52 x W 59 cm.  
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Other

Antique Map of the Course of the Rhine from Philippsburg to Duisburg, Germany
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Synopsis Circuli Rhenani Inferioris sive Electorum Rheni (..)'. This map shows the course of the Rhine from Philippsburg to Duisburg, as well as the course of the...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Dutch Silver Miniature Kettle - Antique 1706
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional, fine and impressive antique 18th century Dutch silver miniature tea kettle has a circular baluster shaped form. The body of this silver kettle is plain and unembellished, with an applied border to the upper rim. This antique silver kettle is fitted with a push fit domed cover surmounted with a cast silver baluster shaped finial. The kettle is fitted with a fine and impressive hinged cast scrolling handle. This exceptional miniature silver tea kettle features a plain cast silver swan-necked spout. The hallmarks struck to the underside of this Dutch silver kettle include: National mark: Crowned shield with three Andrew crosses (Amsterdam, minimum of .875 standard) Date letter: T (1706) Maker's mark: Untraced Such period miniature examples of this substantial gauge of silver and quality are rare to the market. Maker: Unknown Condition This 18th century kettle...
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Dutch Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Silver

Sword with Wrought Iron Blade with Traces of Gold on Hilt with Cover Sheath
Located in Marbella, ES
Sword with Wrought Iron Blade with Traces of Gold on Hilt with Leather Cover Sheath
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Gold, Wrought Iron

Malachite
Located in BAARN, UT
Fully poloished cluster. Malachite is a green copper carbonate mineral.
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Congolese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Malachite

Calcite cluster
Located in BAARN, UT
All natural cluster.
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Moroccan Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Carbon Fiber

18th-C. Georgian Large Leather & Faux Marble Latin Religious Books, S/2 Library
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are a wonderful addition to a library or study! The two books date to 1777 or the era of George III. At first glance, I thought they were Italian, but upon further study, they ...
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German George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Paper

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