Other Collectibles and Curiosities

Devotional plaque, The Prayer in the Garden. Bronze. 19th century. Devotional plaque featuring a ring at the top for wall mounting and a religious figurative relief on the front fra...

A fantastic vintage 20th Century sloop pond yacht, featuring original canvas sails. The yacht is an example of British pond racing yacht and would have raced against similar yachts i...

This is a large volume antique copy of Andrees' Handatlas. A German, bound chromolithography atlas, dating to the early 20th century, this edition published in 1924. Full title: And...

A rare 20th Century set of Japanese naval bridge “big eye“ binoculars by Nikon manufactured during WWII by Tokyo Kogaku Kikai (Tokyo Optical Company). They have been expertly cleaned...

A stunning 18th Century Indo-Portuguese altar from Goa. This is in wonderful condition with its original surface and paintings.

Terrestrial globe Artistic company C. Abel - Klinger Nuremberg, circa 1860 H cm 31 x 22 cm (12.20 x 8.66 in); sphere 14 cm (5.51 in) in diameter lb 2.30 (kg 1.04) State of conservation: good. On the sphere there are slight visible signs of accidental bumping at the poles, as well as on New Guinea and England (vertical and more visible); some ink stains, especially at the South Pole and on the meridian that crosses North America. The globe is composed of twelve whole gores of printed paper, juxtaposed and glued on a sphere made with a chalky base mixture. The circle of the meridian, made of brass...

Dutch Delft Tile Large Picture of A Fleet of Ships, 19th Century The Framed Twenty blue & white Dutch Delft tin-glazed earthenware picture depicts ...

An extremely rare elephant bird egg, complete albeit with only minor damage. The Elephant Bird, formally categorised as Aepyornis Maximus, is an enormous flightless bird native to Ma...

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...

A magnificent antique gaff rigged cutter pond yacht, dating from the 1920s, beautifully crafted from carved wood in a striking two tone construction. This elegant model yacht feature...

One pair of WWII Naval Binoculars with a magnification of 20 x 120. Mounted on a period tripod, these exceptional binoculars display entirely original optics in a distinctly Japanese...

A curious solid bronze figure serving as a counterweight in an opium scale, dating from the 19th century. It represents an animal in a symbolic form with a compact design and a rich ...

A 20th Century Scottish solid silver fly fishing case. Of a rectangular form with rounded corners, depicting a trout fish swimming through long water grass. Upon opening the case, tw...

A mid 20th Century polished cast aluminium twin-bladed propeller, complete with a polished central cone and metal wall mounting. A superb and characterful piece, certain to spark end...

A high-quality model rowboat showcasing excellent craftsmanship, crafted in linden wood and mahogany with precise detailing. Features include brass paddle forks and screws along the ...

20th century Italian sterling silver volkswagen beetle typ1 model car 1945 circa. Volkswagen Beetle model car in sterling silver. The bodywork of the beet...

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...

Ptolemaic armillary sphere Charles-François Delamarche Paris, ante 1798 Wood and papier-mâché covered with printed and partly hand-colored paper It measures 16.37 in in height x Ø 10.94 in (41.60 cm - Ø 27.80 cm) It weights 2.33 lb (1,058 g) State of conservation: consistent with its age and use, the paper shows some signs of use, stains and abrasions. The sphere is Ptolemaic, with the Earth placed at its center, surrounded by the Moon and the Sun mounted on two metal arms. The sphere is composed of six horizontal and two vertical rings (armillae), each bearing graduations and its own name. The first horizontal ring is illegible. The others, in descending order are: North Pole, Tropic of Cancer, Equator, Tropic of Capricorn, South Pole. The vertical rings consist of two double meridians. The sphere is then connected to the large meridian by two pins, a vertical ring inserted perpendicularly into the circle of the Horizon, in turn supported by four semicircles connected to the turned and black-stained wooden base. Each element is covered with printed paper. It contains various pieces of information: latitudes, length of days, names and zodiac symbols, calendar, wind directions, etc. The vertical circles mention the latitudes and longitudes of different cities: Rome, Bordeaux, Madrid, Boston, Batavia (Jakarta), Acapulco, etc. Even the small terrestrial globe is covered with printed paper: continents and oceans appear with numerous geographical markings indicating the most recent explorations. In the Pacific Ocean, west of South America bears the following inscription: GLOBE TERRESTRIAL à Paris chez Delamarche Géog Rue du Foin Jacques Au Collège de M.e Gervais The North American coasts are well delineated and California appears correctly as a peninsula - reports from Spanish explorers in the region had given rise to confusion as to whether it was connected to the mainland or not. The geographical nature of California was confirmed after the explorations of Juan Bautista de Anza (1774-1776). Alaska is not described and is only partially traced; it would become part of the United States in 1867. Various Pacific islands are indicated. Australia (the name definitely used from 1824) is called "Nouvelle Hollande." Tasmania is still represented as a peninsula and this is an important detail for the dating of our armillary sphere. The island is separated from Australia by Bass Strait, which was crossed by Matthew Flinders for the first time in 1798, showing that it was not a peninsula. Delamarche certainly would not have waited a long time to update such an important geographical datum: presumably he did so shortly after receiving the news. Charles-François Delamarche (1740-1817) founded his laboratory around 1770 and, in a few years, he became the most famous French cartographer and globe maker between the 18th and 19th centuries. After having acquired the laboratory of the late Didier Robert de Vaugondy (1723-1786; himself a renowned cartographer who continued the family business founded by his grandfather Nicolas Sanson in the seventeenth century) and after having purchased, between 1788 and around 1800, the businesses of Jean-Baptiste Fortin (1750-1831) and Jean Lattré (around 1750-1800), he began to call himself "Successeur de MM. Sanson and Robert de Vaugondi, Géographes du Roi and de M. Fortin, Ingénieur-mécanicien du Roi pour les globes et les sphères." Thus, at the end of the eighteenth century, Delamarche possessed the warehouse stocks, as well as the manufacturing skills of the globes of his main rivals in Paris. In addition to this aggressive acquisition policy, the key to its success also lay in the combination of high-quality cartography combined with extremely attractive globes and armillary spheres; and, of course, its famous red paint finishing touch. His laboratory was located on Rue de Foin St Jacques "au Collège Me. (or "Mtre") Gervais" in the Latin Quarter of Paris until around 1805, when he moved to rue du Jardinet No. 13. On the death of Charles-François in 1817, the reins of the company passed to his son Félix (1779-1835), who continued to publish, often in collaboration with the engraver Charles Dien, Sr. In 1835 the company first moved to rue du Jardinet No. 12 and a little later to rue du Battoir No. 7. Bibliography: Dekker, Elly, et al. Globes at Greenwich...

A rare standing globe manufactured by the Franklin Mint, to a designed as was issued by the Royal Geographic Society. The globe is mounted on a tripod mahogany base accented by gi...

This fine example of a World War II military spotting telescope is the type issued to a British army sniper, who would have used it to locate an enemy sniper in a hidden position. T...

Antique 19th Century Victorian solid silver cigar box. Elegantly crafted, this box features a shaped central handle and two hinged lids that open to reveal a divided compartment and ...

Kjøbenhavns Telefon Aktieselskab (KTAS) wall phone. Scandinavia, late 19th-early 20th century. Wall phone from the company Kjøbenhavns Telefon (later known...

Tabletop flip scoreboard with bold lettering in gold on thick plastic panels. Enameled black base with large rings. Excellent in a study or to mark a special event or lucky number. I...

These exceptional WWII-era German steel observation binoculars by Joseph Schneider offer a fascinating glimpse into military history while serving as a striking decorative piece. Ori...

This is an exceptional 20th century WWII German 12x60 Kriegsmarine binocular, presented on an adjustable wooden or chrome Tripod. The binoculars were manufactured by the company Carl...

Merciful Jesus Bust, Northern Europe. Very good condition. dimensions: height 32 cm, width 36 cm, depth 16 cm.

Superb 20th Century pond yacht known as "Sea Mist". This J Class beauty showcases a meticulously crafted planked wood hull, adorned with gaff rigging supporting four sails, alongside...

Celestial table globe Charles-François Delamarche Paris, 1791 It measures: 17.13 in in height, Ø max 27.7 in; the sphere Ø 7.09 in (h 43.5 cm x Ø max 27.7 cm; the sphere Ø 18 cm). W...

Antique early-20th Century American Art Deco 14k gold vanity case, of elegant rectangular form with gracefully rounded sides, this exquisite vanity case exemplifies fine craftsmanshi...

A rare set of Japanese naval bridge “big eye“ binoculars by Nikon manufactured during WWII by Tokyo Kogaku Kikai (Tokyo Optical Company). They have been expertly cleaned and hand pol...

Antique 19th Century Indian Kutch hand-crafted solid silver cigar case. Of rectangular form with rounded edges, finely chased throughout with scrolling leaves and floral patterns on ...

Antique English Victorian Hand Crank Mahogany Case Portable Upright Barrel Piano with Gold Gilt Trim. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 45" H x 26" W x 18" D.

A late-20th Century vintage fibreglass and plastic composite model of a Boeing 757 in full British Airways livery mounted on a tripod stand by Space Models, circa 1990. This 1:25 sca...

‘The Ten Commandments’ silver medal set by Salvador Dalí Spanish, 1975 Height 0.5cm, diameter 10cm The unusual and rare collection of pure silver medals was designed by Salvador Dal...

A scale model of a Riva Tritone speedboat. Crafted from fine wood, soft leather, and chrome details. It features a two-tone finish with natural lacquered wood and white below the wat...

This rare and sought-after Christies' auction catalogue features 201 pages and 350 lots, highlighting the superb Paris apartment of legendary designer Henri Samuel which was sold in ...

Antique 20th Century German pair of brass & silver mounted opera glasses, featuring pale blue guilloché decoration across the body. A fine accessory for concerts or opera, combining ...

Ptolemaic armillary sphere Charles-François Delamarche Paris, ante 1798 Wood and papier-mâché covered with printed and partly hand-colored paper It measures 15.55 in in height x Ø 10...

Jewish candelabra completely handmade in solid 800 silver. The round base is raised from the support surface with 4 feet made with the casting techni...

A large tobacco pipe from old Burma (Myanmar), circa 1850. Solid wood bowl, chamber and shank. The stem is made of bone, attached to the shank by a mor...

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Style: English Antique

A ceramic ashtray by Hermes, made in France in the latter half of the 20th century. These ashtrays have always been very collectable with the vintage models in particular. This one h...

Seascape with Clippership by George Howell Gay (American: 1858 - 1931), circa 1890, an oil on canvas bow view of a clippership under full sail, running with stun'sls and skysails set, on lively sea under blue cloudy sky, with a second square-rigger visible in the background, signed in the lower right, and titled on the reverse "Clipper Ship Before the Wind." A beautiful and dramatic painting with a cool, brisk feel. The painting is in fine condition, with one small patch along the upper margin and a tiny spot of corresponding inpainting. Measures:24 in H x 20 in W Framed: 29 in H x 25 in W George Howell Gay was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and educated in Chicago under Paul Brown and Henry Elkins, and in 1889 moved to Bronxville, New York. He worked in all media, but was especially fond of watercolor, which allowed him to capture the transparency of the ocean and the luminous qualities of sunlight and clouds. Gay worked along the Northeastern coast from Rhode Island to Maine, but also painted summer and winter landscapes throughout New England. Gay’s seascapes were exhibited at the Boston Art...

Early Muromachi period Japanese Samurai “Naoe Shizu Katana” (sword). The Muromachi Period in Japanese history ran approximately from 1336 to 1573. HISTORY: In the Kamakura period ...

An upward fire ejection seat, deactivated, from a De Havilland Sea Vixen, manufactured and issued/ certified 1960. Now, restored and converted into a perfect and fully functioning domestic or office seat...

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Vintage Bob Jackson Reynolds 531 Steel Touring Winter trainer road bike History I am selling my entir...

Chalice in 925 sterling silver made in cast and embossed and chiseled completely by hand. The figure of the Virgin Mary has a coat, burnished and oxidized in 2 shades, which surrounds the golden cup...

This functional French antique is made of solid oak. Simply designed with a tilted surface for resting a book over a turned pedestal base with three splayed legs. Cleaned and polishe...

Vintage Medieval Gothic Style Large Steel Metal Sword Pakistan. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 42" H x 7" W x 1" D.

Antique pair of early 20th-century Victorian violins crafted by Rushworth and Dreaper of Liverpool. They are accompanied by their original velvet-lined case, complete with various ac...

Antique 17th Century French painted porcelain wall hanging plaque portraying the Madonna in prayer against a radiant sunburst backdrop. Intricately painted with foliate patterns ador...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning Concorde Aquila World Champion 1990 54.5cm Road bike with full Campagnolo Chorus Groupset in exquisite condition throughout HISTORY I am selling my entire bike collection which comprises of 16 bikes, all luxury high end pieces, there are Colnagos, Cervelo’s, Lemon’s, Specialized, with Carbon Titanium or Columbus steel frames and some of the most expensive parts in the world, there are also some frames, again Titanium and Colnago, Bianchi etc, some wheels Zipp 303’s, Campaganolo Hyperion carbons etc, and then a few parts. I also have a NOS in the case Dura Ace 25th Anniversary groupset. These are all that is left over from my bike shop, I have kept them for years hanging around my furniture workshop as pieces of art and to remember the good old days, my new warehouse doesn’t have the same hanging space so these all need to go! DESCRIPTION This bike is pretty much the finest example of this bike you will ever seen, it is factory original down to the pedals with a complete 1990 Campagnolo Chorus groupset, I was offered quite a chunk of change for the groupset from a friend building a 90's Arabesque but I said no, the bike is totally original and should stay as such SPECIFICATION FRAME FORKS & HEADSET:- Aquila Columbus SLX World Champion 1990 steel, top tube 55.5cm C-T-C, seat post tube 52.5cm C-T-C, 54cm C-T-T head tube 112mm, headset Campagnolo Chorus WHEELSET:- Campagnolo Chorus front and rear hubs and skewers with Campagnolo Ypsilon Straded Oxide rims, tyres Continental Gran Prix...

Old English billiard cue in its original metal case. Still has the original labes. By: James Watkins & Sons Ltd. - Sports Outfitters - Portsmouth. my ref. O/4577.

Antique English walking stick with silver handle and mother of pearl, from late nineteenth or early twentieth century. The city stamps and the date are not well legible: may be Birmi...

Elegant canoe carved from one piece of Molave hardwood. Approx. 100 years old. Original condition, has been used and is still functional.  

French early 20th century set of fourteen (14) Stations of the Cross high-relief plaster sculptures, that would have been commissioned for a cathedral in 1924. The custom of walking ...

Decorative bugle golden metal Decorative bugle made of golden metal. This metal wind instrument emerged, derived from the trunk of poles to which pist...

Super fun French game, called Jeux de la grenouille, involving throwing. Pine game and cast iron frogs. Get the disc in the frogs’ mouths!

19th Century Seascape with a Brig in High Seas, signed illegibly and dated 1857, an oil on canvas painting featuring a Brig laboring in heavy sea...

A superb and very rare 19th Century Chinese lacquered games box, dating to around 1890. Decorated with intricate traditional scenes and a fin...