Wax Doll Under Globe - Period: XIXth Century

Large solid mahogany marine case decorated with brass reinforcements and blank cartouche. This magnificent work is English in the taste of the productions of Martin Guillaume Biennais...

Beautiful and rare fireplace clock, skeleton, representing York Minster from Franklin MInt collector cloks. It is made of brass protected from dust by a ...

A delightful set of three bronze altar candlesticks. Originally, candlesticks usually stood on three legs, topped with a knot and a wick to hold the wax. In the centre of this cup is a spike on which the candle is placed. The candles on top are made of wax, white for festivals, yellow for funeral services or times of penitence.  In accordance with traditional practice, the candlesticks are placed on the altar itself or on a tier that is itself placed on the altar. They are framed by a cross which, if possible, matches them.  Period : 19th Century Dimensions : Pair: Height: 47.5cm - Width of base: 14.5cm - Diameter of bobèche: 12.5cm Dimensions : Height : 49cm - Base width : 16cm - Wick diameter : 13cm According to custom, the number of candlesticks is two, four or six, depending on the degree of solemnity of the celebrations.  A seventh candle is required when the diocesan bishop celebrates a stationary (pontifical) Mass, and even more so when the Pope is Bishop of Rome.  The sacred light is first and foremost a symbol of joy and, in ancient times, a sign of respect and honour.  Candles should be made of beeswax. Derived from the juice of flowers, the wax represents the flesh of Christ formed from the virginal body of Mary, flesh that will be consumed for us. When lit, the candle has multiple meanings.  First of all, it represents Jesus, the light without which we grope in broad daylight. The flame is the sign of Christ's divinity.  It also symbolises faith in these mysteries. White candles, made of purified wax, are symbols of joy and gladness, while yellow candles...

A sumptuous "Lady's" secretary in burr cedar and blackened pearwood. This magnificent piece is the work of a 19th century cabinetmaker and gilder, Mr Romain MAGNIANT, the stamp is pr...

Charming pair of chairs called "Fumeuses", they have a wide seat in cane, on which one sat astride to smoke cigar, cigarette or pipe. Made of solid oak with a flat upper part of the ...

Table of violin form, with structure in blackened pear tree, almost completely covered with a marquetry 'Boulle'.  This technique, which consists of a superposition of Red Tortoisesh...

An elytron is a modified, hardened forewing of certain insect orders, notably beetles and a few of the true bugs such as the family Schizopteridae

Victorian Wax Flower Still Life Basket Under Round Glass Dome USA, Circa 1880 A glimpse of the opulent world of the 19th century with this captivating...

Victorian Wax Flower Basket Still Life Under Oval Glass Dome USA, Circa 1880 An exquisite testament to Victorian artistry: a stunning wax flower B...

Very beautiful doll with papier-mâché head and wooden body, articulated. She wears a superb dress embroidered with lace. Her very elegant outfit is enhanced with a veil which hides...

Very beautiful doll with a papier-mâché head and a wooden body, articulated. She wears a superb green dress, embroidered with silver/gold thread and lace. Her very elegant outfit i...

Very beautiful doll with papier-mâché head and wooden body, articulated She wears a superb dress embroidered with flowers 18th century doll, with gaps and wear (see photos) Origin...