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Item Ships From: Europe
Technique: Hand-Carved
Rare Folk Art Black Forest Root Wood Table Clock w. Bell Ringer Monk, Cuckoo St.
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and great folk-art workmanship mantel clock for the collectors and enthousiasts.
Over the years we have had the pleasure of owning and selling a number of beautiful Black Forest antiques, but never did we come accross a 19th century Black Forest, Folk Art table clock of this design and subject matter and with such amazing natural organic details. This small church or chapel-like 'clockhouse' is entirely handcrafted out of all kinds of wood, but the most eye-catching is ofcourse the organic root wood. Each piece is like an abstract sculpture and depending on how you see things, they may look like one thing to you, but like something completely different to the next person. Because of all the natural materials that were used this small church has a stunning organic look and feel, but what really takes it to another level is the bell striking mechanism. Every six hours the church bell will ring many times, the door on the left will open at every 'strike', revealing the original monk sculpture inside (as shown in the attached video in this listing). With the hand carved crucifix on the right side being made of the same color and materials, it totally blends in with the entire organic design of this Christian antique. Over the many decades this good size and rare antique clock has also grown the most amazing patina and with the natural beauty and unique artisanship that it radiates people will want to stop and study its uniqueness. This work-of-art-table-clock comes with a single day clock mechanism, protected from dust by the original 'back door'. It runs and strikes perfectly and comes with an antique key for winding it. Apart from a few minor imperfections, this rare antique is in excellent condition, which makes it perfect for lovers of unique and rare clocks in general and for Black Forest and Christian Folk Art collectors in particular.
Mind you, our fair price for this sizable antique cuckoo clock...
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19th Century German Black Forest Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
Vintage French Cherry Wood Drawer Cabinet-Chest of Drawers-Style Louis XV-70s
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
Wonderful Louis XV Style Chest of Drawers in massive Cherry Wood - extensive Wood Carvings -and a wooden Marquetry Top - moulded edges and cut-out Accolade on the Front.
This piece ...
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1970s French Louis XV Vintage Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th century mahogany pedestal desk by Hobbs & Co
By Hobbs & Co.
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century mahogany pedestal desk by hobbs & co circa 1900.
Beautiful desk in the adams style circa 1900. Stamped by hobbs & co of london. Mahogany lined drawers. Shaped fro...
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Early 20th Century English Georgian Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Mid Century Modern Pastel Purple Desk Murano Glass Made in Italy Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Mid Century Modern desk in pastel purple, a Murano glass masterpiece available exclusively at auction.
This unique and one-of-a-kind desk was handcrafted by skilled artisans and sh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Brass
The Rosace Bed: Hand Carved In The Louis XVI Style By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
The Rosace bed is an elegant example of the French LXVI style, with its classic columns and restrained ornamentation the bedstead stands tall and exudes a nobel confidence. The apex ...
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2010s English Louis XVI Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Cane, Wood
Hand Carved Armchair in Oak & Velvet, Danish Cabinetmaker, Jugendstil, 1939
Located in Odense, DK
This Jugendstil armchair, crafted by a Danish cabinetmaker in 1939, is a timeless blend of elegance and craftsmanship. Made from oak, its frame boasts intricate hand-carved details i...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Folk Art Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Antique English Edwardian Gilt Wood Folding Screen Room Divider
Located in Norwich, GB
A lovely antique Edwardian giltwood three panel screen. Circa 1900.
Delivery is INCLUDED in the price for all areas in MAINLAND England & Wales.
The giltwood design on each panel ...
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Early 1900s English Neoclassical Revival Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Glass, Beech, Giltwood
MOÌRAI. From The Visceral Series.
Located in Miami Beach, FL
MOÌRAI, 2023 by Magda von Hanau
From the Visceral series
Clay, glass glaze & leather strings.
Dimensions:
Red piece: 43 cm H x 26 cm W
Blue piece: 42 cm H x 29 cm W
Weight 40lbs
...
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2010s German Minimalist Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Art Glass, Leather
P. Rey Contemporary Art Tapestry
Located in RÉDING, FR
P. Rey Contemporary Art Tapestry
Contemporary art 1960s Large Tapestry titled “Reflections”
Embroidered in stitch (Laine DMC) after the original cartoon by P. Rey (1936-2006)
Contem...
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20th Century French Arts and Crafts Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Wool
P. Zwier wall art mosaic, vinyl on wood 1960s Netherlands
Located in The Hague, NL
Beautifully hand carved vinyl 1960s artwork by Pieter Zwier.
This piece is a unica, one of a kind.
Wooden hand made frame and wooden back plate.
Very decorative art work made of thou...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
PVC
P. Zwier Fish wall art mosaic, vinyl on wood 1960s Netherlands
Located in The Hague, NL
Beautifully hand carved vinyl 1960s artwork by Pieter Zwier.
This piece is a unica, one of a kind.
Wooden hand made frame and wooden back plate.
Very decorative art work made of thou...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
PVC
midcentury modern 1960s french dark wood nesting table
By Triconfort
Located in Rümmingen, BW
Available are a set of two French midcentury modern sofa tables or side tables in a dark wood stain.
The intricate curves of the legs and the slatted tops showcase the organic and airy style unique to the midcentury design style. Each table boasts a unique organic design, adding a touch of whimsy and lightness to the sturdy dark wood framework. The slatted tops provide a visually appealing aesthetic and is the perfect platform for displaying your favorite decor items.
These French sofa tables effortlessly combine form and function, making them a versatile addition to any living space. Whether used individually to accentuate specific corners of your room or paired together for a harmonious ensemble, these tables radiate a sense of sophistication that transcends time.
Designed and manufactured in France by Triconfort France
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Brass
Italian Natural Alabaster Stone Trinket Box by Romano Bianchi, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Decorative natural orange alabaster stone trinket, cigar, jewelry, vanity or cigarette box. Hand-made in Italy during the 1970s by Romano Bianchi. Measurements: 11x8x5 cm.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
Pair of (2) Empire bronze putto sconces, gilt
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of (2) Empire bronze putto sconces, gilt
Impressive wall sconces, finely chiseled bronze and partly gilded. Richly decorated
Gilt, chased bronze. Wall sconce in the form of a ...
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20th Century Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Rare Art Deco Magic Color Alabaster Stone Pendant, Ceiling Light, Original Rope
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare alabaster pendant for an entrance, bedroom or any corner that can do with a style upgrade.
This goodsize pendant is completely original and the alabaster shade is in very good ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
Late 18th Century Green Painted Cabinet
Located in Albignasego, IT
Green painted wardrobe from the end of the 18th century
Measurements: H. 183 cm – L. 121 cm (129 at the frames) – D. 54 cm (58 at the frames)
Period: 1780
Origin: Tyrol
Essence: Fir...
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Late 18th Century Austrian Rustic Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Fir
19th Century Marble bust of Madame Récamier.
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality classical 19th Century French marble sculpture of Madame Récamier.
Jeanne Françoise Julie Adélaïde Récamier, known as Juliette, was a French socialite whose salon drew...
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19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Marble
Vintage Senufo Birthing Table / Bench / Bed
By Senufo
Located in Surbiton, GB
A 20th Century Senufo birthing table carved from one piece of African hardwood by the Senufo people of Côte d'Ivoire, West Africa.
Dimensions (cm, approx):
Height: 27
Width: 203
Dep...
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Mid-20th Century Ivorian Tribal Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Timeless Art Deco White, Black & Amber Alabaster Pendant Light w. Extendable Rod
Located in Lisse, NL
Timeless masterpiece and superb condition alabaster light fixture / flush mount.
Imagine a sultry evening in the 1920s as the warm glow of an exquisite alabaster pendant light fills...
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
Specchio Dorato Francese Sagomato con Decori Vegetali Fiori e Frutti Fine 1800
Located in Milan, IT
Specchiera Dorata Antica Francese Di fine 1800 in legno dorato e sagomato, con specchio originale al mercurio in buono stato di conservazione a prescindere da qualche minimo segno ...
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Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Gold Leaf
Stunning Hand Carved Art Deco Era Bust Sculpture of an Olympian w. Laurel Wreath
By Otto Poertzel 1
Located in Lisse, NL
Solid wooden bust of an Olympic champion by (professor) Otto Poertzel (1876 - 1963).
This stunning bust of a young male athlete is of museum quality and condition. Both the geometrical design of the wooden base and the fresh and energetic look and feel of this young male Olympian breath the spirit of the roaring twenties. You will hardly ever come accros a better proportioned, a more realistic or more 'soulful' bust than this wonderfully patinated athlete. It takes an incredibly skilled artisan to be able to create a piece of this quality, because it simoultaniously breathes both energy and serenity. For the mouth, nose, eyes and ears to also be of such perfection makes this antique an...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Wood
18thC Residenza
Located in Livorno, IT
Magnificent Baroque residenza from Napoli, Italy.
Vault with coffered ceiling, four grooved columns with corinthian capitals, high base with center fragment. Entirely hand-carved and...
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Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Gold, Silver, Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Antique French Louis XV Style Plant Stand, Carved Wood Table, Pedestal ca. 1900
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Antique French Louis XV Style Plant Stand, Carved Wood Table, Sculpture Pedestal, Late 19th Century
This highly decorative plant stand would ma...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Walnut
18th Century, Italian Carved Wooden Wing of a Baroque Angel
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful Baroque angel-wing. Rare and very decorative item placed on a wooden base, Italy, circa 1750. Weathered. Measurement is inclusive the wooden base.
H:32,5cm W:22cm D:5,5cm
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century, Danish, Teak Table Lamp with Hand-Carved Folk-Style Detailing
Located in Glasgow, GB
A Mid-Century Danish-style table lamp, this piece boasts a hand-turned body crafted from teak wood, adorned with exquisitely hand-carved, folk-style leaf motifs that spiral elegantly...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Teak
Grand Tour plaquette of Caesar
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Plaquette of Ceasar as a Grand Tour souvenir. The head is in Sienna marble on a base of slate stone. Inscription all around.
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1850s Italian Classical Roman Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Siena Marble, Slate
END OF THE 18th CENTURY GOLDEN MIRROR WITH CARYATIDS
Located in Firenze, FI
Beautiful and elegant mirror in carved wood and gilded tablet with pure gold leaf. The frame is decorated with elegant vegetal motifs on the sides and in the lower part, while in the...
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Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Antique Boule Set, Boule Balls, Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule set of two Boule balls and one target ball, France, late 19th century.
In the 19th century, the manufacture of boule balls underwent significant development ...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Olive
Louis Philippe mirror in plaster and wood with handcrafted decorations, France c
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / mirror / wood and plaster / Louis Philippe / antiques
A beautiful French mirror in Louis Philippe style, made in France ca. 1900. The mirror made of plaster and wood...
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Early 1900s Belgian Louis Philippe Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Plaster, Wood
The Parisienne Bed, Hand Carved Louis XV Style Made By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
From the Signature Reproduction Range of La Maison London this bed is hand-carved by master craftsmen in The Parisienne Bed is a witty example of the LX...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Louis XV Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Wood
EARLY 17th CENTURY STILL LIFE PAINTING
Located in Firenze, FI
Splendid oil painting on canvas depicting a still life with flowers inside a vase similar to a classic kantharos. The white, red and yellow flowers create a vibrant contrast with the...
Category
Early 17th Century Italian Louis XIV Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Wood
19th Century French Provincial Style Hand Carved Oak Night Stand
Located in Sofia, BG
19th Century French provincial style hand carved oak night stand in very good original condition.
France, circa 1830
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Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Oak
19th Century Marble young girl holding a flower. Signed; P. Della Vedova
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality 19th Century Carrera Marble statue of a young girl holding a flower, wearing a pretty dress and smiling.
Signed to the base; P. DELLA VEDOVA 1870
PIETRO DELLA VEDOVA (...
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19th Century Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Marble
Pair Of Antique Boule Balls "3", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball pair and one target ball, France, late 19th Century.
Decorated with the numer "3" on each of the Boule balls.
In the 19th century, the manufacture of b...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Olive
French Henri IV / Renaissance Chest Desk in carved wood 17th - France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very beautiful Rrenaissance / Henry IV chest from the 17th century, transformed into a desk in the 19th century.
Magnificent details are hand carved. The wood has a superb patina.
Fo...
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17th Century French Renaissance Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair Of Antique Boule Balls "4", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball pair, France, late 19th Century.
Diameter 9,4 cm.
In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as th...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Olive
Georgian Drop-Leaf Table
Located in London, GB
A very smart early Georgian side table of elegant, slender design and compact proportions. Gorgeous colour and patination. Extremely rare in...
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Mid-18th Century British George II Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Walnut
French 18th Century Baroque Carved Giltwood Winged Angel Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered giltwood angelhead.
France, circa 1700-1750
Weathered, several losses on the gilding and old repairs which suits its high age.
Measurement here below inclusive th...
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18th Century French Baroque Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair Of Antique Boule Balls "3", "V", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball pair, France, late 19th Century.
Decorated with the numer "3" on each ball and with a "V" on one of the Boule balls.
In the 19th century, the manufactur...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Olive
Pair Of Antique Boule Balls, Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball pair and one target ball, France, late 19th Century.
In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as...
Category
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Metal
Antique Boule Set, Boule Balls, Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule set of three Boule balls and one target ball, France, late 19th Century.
Diameter 8,5 cm.
Fantastic colour and patina!
In the 19th century, antique metal boules balls experienced a renaissance that took the game of boules to a new level.
These ornately crafted balls were not only instruments of the game, but also symbols of elegance and sophistication in leisure activities.
Made from high-quality metals such as steel or brass, Boule balls were forged and polished by skilled craftsmen to ensure a smooth and even surface.
The antique boules...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Metal
Trifolio Shamrock Side Table in Walnut and Glass Top
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
Trifolio is a coffee table with a hexagonal shape made with a walnut wood structure shaped from solid wood and rounded angles. The diverging legs create an illusion of dynamism that ...
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2010s Italian Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Antique Boule Balls Set "B", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule set of three Boule balls and one target ball, France, late 19th century.
In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as the game of boules, particularly the pétanque variant, gained in popularity. The manufacture of boules balls during this period was a manual process that required expertise, precision and love to detail.
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in rural areas of France and other Mediterranean regions, olive wood was a commonly used source of material for making boules balls. This was not only due to the availability of the material, but also to the outstanding properties of olive wood, which was characterized by hardness, strength and a rich grain.
First, the olive wood was carefully selected and shaped into raw balls, which were then sanded to the desired size and shape. The nails were then hammered into the balls one by one, making sure that they were evenly distributed and firmly anchored. Finally, the spheres were polished and coated with a protective varnish to enhance their natural beauty and protect them from the elements.
The use of nails to decorate and reinforce olive wood boules was a traditional practice that not only gave the ball a rustic aesthetic, but also improved its durability and contributed to customization. Many balls were made according to the specific requirements and preferences of the players. Nails were driven at regular intervals around the ball, with each nail hole precisely placed so as not to affect the balance and weight distribution of the ball. These nails not only served as a decorative element, but also helped to strengthen the structure of the ball and make it more resistant to the hard knocks and wear and tear during play. Individual engravings or decorations were often applied to the balls to make them unique and identify the player.
Antique boules...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Olive
ARCHI Dining Table in Oak Burl and Ebony Inlays - Arches Shaped Legs
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
This table is a monumental piece covered entirely in inlaid oak root, born from the fusion of classic architectural forms of arches and cross vaults and the tradition of noble cabine...
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2010s Italian Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Ebony, Oak, Burl
19th CENTURY PAIR OF TUSCAN MIRRORS IN NEOCLASSIC STYLE
Located in Firenze, FI
Splendid pair of mirrors in neoclassical style in carved and gilded wood with pure gold leaf. The mirrors are decorated with delicate vegetal racemes that extend up to the upper part...
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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Pair Of Antique Boule Balls "G", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball pair, France, late 19th Century.
In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as the game of boules,...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Olive
Antique Boule Ball "G", "J", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball, France, late 19th Century.
Decorated with the initials "G" and "J".
In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant developm...
Category
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Olive
Antique Boule Balls Set "9", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule set of three Boule balls and one target ball, France, late 19th century.
In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as the game of boules, particularly the pétanque variant, gained in popularity. The manufacture of boules balls during this period was a manual process that required expertise, precision and love to detail.
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in rural areas of France and other Mediterranean regions, olive wood was a commonly used source of material for making boules balls. This was not only due to the availability of the material, but also to the outstanding properties of olive wood, which was characterized by hardness, strength and a rich grain.
First, the olive wood was carefully selected and shaped into raw balls, which were then sanded to the desired size and shape. The nails were then hammered into the balls one by one, making sure that they were evenly distributed and firmly anchored. Finally, the spheres were polished and coated with a protective varnish to enhance their natural beauty and protect them from the elements.
The use of nails to decorate and reinforce olive wood boules was a traditional practice that not only gave the ball a rustic aesthetic, but also improved its durability and contributed to customization. Many balls were made according to the specific requirements and preferences of the players. Nails were driven at regular intervals around the ball, with each nail hole precisely placed so as not to affect the balance and weight distribution of the ball. These nails not only served as a decorative element, but also helped to strengthen the structure of the ball and make it more resistant to the hard knocks and wear and tear during play. Individual engravings or decorations were often applied to the balls to make them unique and identify the player.
Antique boules...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Olive
Large 19th century Burmese colonial haberdashery cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Large 19th century Burmese colonial haberdashery cabinet circa 1880.
Here we offer a fine example of where english regency style furniture meets oriental influence.
We are pleased ...
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Late 19th Century Burmese British Colonial Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Glass, Teak
Picture Frame in pure Florentine Renaissance style Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Large photo frame in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with painted fire enamels like lapis lazuli stone. Shaping taken from the tiles of the North Door of the Baptistery of the F...
Category
1980s Italian Renaissance Vintage Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold Plate
Pair Of Antique Boule Balls, Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball pair, France, late 19th Century.
Diameter 9,5 cm.
In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as the game of boules, particularly the pétanque variant, gained in popularity. The manufacture of boules balls during this period was a manual process that required expertise, precision and love to detail.
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in rural areas of France and other Mediterranean regions, olive wood was a commonly used source of material for making boules balls. This was not only due to the availability of the material, but also to the outstanding properties of olive wood, which was characterized by hardness, strength and a rich grain.
First, the olive wood was carefully selected and shaped into raw balls, which were then sanded to the desired size and shape. The nails were then hammered into the balls one by one, making sure that they were evenly distributed and firmly anchored. Finally, the spheres were polished and coated with a protective varnish to enhance their natural beauty and protect them from the elements.
The use of nails to decorate and reinforce olive wood boules was a traditional practice that not only gave the ball a rustic aesthetic, but also improved its durability and contributed to customization. Many balls were made according to the specific requirements and preferences of the players. Nails were driven at regular intervals around the ball, with each nail hole precisely placed so as not to affect the balance and weight distribution of the ball. These nails not only served as a decorative element, but also helped to strengthen the structure of the ball and make it more resistant to the hard knocks and wear and tear during play. Individual engravings or decorations were often applied to the balls to make them unique and identify the player.
Antique boules...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Olive
Pair Of Antique Boule Balls Circle, Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball pair and one target ball, France, late 19th Century.
In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as...
Category
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Olive
Antique Boule Balls Set "B", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule set of three Boule balls, France, late 19th Century.
In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as the game of boules, particularly the pétanque variant, gained in popularity. The manufacture of boules balls during this period was a manual process that required expertise, precision and love to detail.
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in rural areas of France and other Mediterranean regions, olive wood was a commonly used source of material for making boules balls. This was not only due to the availability of the material, but also to the outstanding properties of olive wood, which was characterized by hardness, strength and a rich grain.
First, the olive wood was carefully selected and shaped into raw balls, which were then sanded to the desired size and shape. The nails were then hammered into the balls one by one, making sure that they were evenly distributed and firmly anchored. Finally, the spheres were polished and coated with a protective varnish to enhance their natural beauty and protect them from the elements.
The use of nails to decorate and reinforce olive wood boules was a traditional practice that not only gave the ball a rustic aesthetic, but also improved its durability and contributed to customization. Many balls were made according to the specific requirements and preferences of the players. Nails were driven at regular intervals around the ball, with each nail hole precisely placed so as not to affect the balance and weight distribution of the ball. These nails not only served as a decorative element, but also helped to strengthen the structure of the ball and make it more resistant to the hard knocks and wear and tear during play. Individual engravings or decorations were often applied to the balls to make them unique and identify the player.
Antique boules...
Category
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Olive
Picture Frame floral engraving and hand-painted Sterling Silver Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Rectangular shaped frame for oval photos cm. 7.8 x 10.4 in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with very fine fire-enameled floral engraving and hand-painted by the painter Renato D...
Category
1980s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Pair Of Antique Boule Balls "24", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball pair and one target ball, France, late 19th Century.
In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as...
Category
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Olive
18th Century, Italian Carved Wooden Wing of a Baroque Angel
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful Baroque angel-wing. Rare and very decorative item placed on a wooden base, Italy, circa 1750. Weathered. Measurement is inclusive the wooden base.
H:27,5cm W:23cm D:5,5cm
Category
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
Materials
Wood
French Art Nouveau Wall / Hanging cabinet attributed to Alphonse mucha 1900 wood
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous French Art Nouveau Wall cabinet / hanging cabinet in the style of Alphonse Mucha 1900.
The piece has been carved and hand painted on all 3 sides displaying a work in the si...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Hand-Carved Furniture
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Wood
Vintage Modular Moroccan Tea Table-Inlaid Coffee Table-Marquetery Side Table-80s
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
Gorgeous Vintage Moroccan Coffee Table from the 80s.
Handcrafted in Southern Morocco in the Essaouira Region-famous for its Work in elegant Wood such as Thuya, polished and inlaid
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1980s Moroccan Moorish Vintage Hand-Carved Furniture
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Wood, Fruitwood
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