Benelux - Collectibles and Curiosities

Meerschaum pipe with amber stem - Sculpture in meerschaum, very beautiful fine sculpture - Pipe in very good condition In it's original case Length of the pipe measured in a straight...

Antique map titled 'A Map of Leicestershire from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of Leicestershire, England. Engraved by John Cary. Originates from 'New British Atlas'...

Vintage Map of Dresden, Germany by J. Stockdale, 1800 This vintage map titled "A Plan of the City of Dresden" was published by J. Stockdale in Piccadilly, London, in 1800. It provid...

The image is an engraving titled “VEROVERINGE VAN RIO GRANDE IN BRASIL ANNO 1633.” This historical print depicts the Dutch conquest of Rio Grande in Brazil, known today as Natal, dur...

Sculptured model of a smoked Papua Mummie, papier mâché, 20th C Burial practices vary in New Guinea, just as they do everywhere else in the world. Some cultures believe the soul is d...

Religious artefact with stunning embossed and inlaid silver plaques. Antique tabernacles are a rare find, so when we got the chance to purchase thi...

Decorative 1850s Map of Eastern Canada and New Brunswick with Historic Vignettes This beautifully crafted 19th-century map of Eastern Canada and New Brunswick, drawn and engrave...

Antique map titled 'Dania Regnum'. Large, attractive map of Denmark, Sleschwig-Holstein and southern Sweden. Good detail throughout. Embellished with a title cartouche with the Danis...

Antique print titled 'Anjer - Anjer'. View of Anyer (also known as Anjer or Angier), a coastal town in Banten, formerly West Java, Indonesia. This print originates from 'Gezigten uit...

Early Woodcut Bird's Eye View of Rouffach, France, by Sebastian Münster, 1554 Description: This rare 1554 woodcut is a bird's eye view of Rouffach, a town in the Haut-Rhin departmen...

Description: Ancient map of the Parthian Empire (19th century), original engraving extracted from the atlas of the history of the emperors from 1819, based on the history of the Rom...

Antique print titled 'The Ascension'. Original antique print on chine collé, made after the painting by Perugino. Source unknown, to be determined. P...

A polished hardstone disc. Provenance unknown but probably a early 20th century Hawaiin Ulu Maika stoen. Ulu Maika is a ancient game simular to bowling played by the indigineaous Haw...

Antique print titled 'A Suit of Cuirassier's Armour, in the possession of Sir Samuel Meyrick K.H.'. Old print of cuirassier's armour. Cuirassiers were cavalry equipped with cuirass a...

A heavy silver bracelet with natural red coral and large turquoise, Tibet/Nepal 19th century. The silver is high quality silver but is not marked, but chemically tested. Bracelet wid...

Title: Rare 1864 Civil War Era Map of Indiana with Lake Michigan Detail Description: This finely detailed antique map, titled "Johnson's Indiana," was published in 1864 by Johnson a...

Antique map New Zealand titled 'Schets van de Donkere Baai in Nieuw Zeeland 1773'. Antique map of the Dusky Bay/Dusky Sound of New Zealand....

A rare therapeutic toy giraffe designed by Renate Müller, manufactured by H. Josef Leven Kg in Germany around 1960. Made of high quality jutte and coloured (red and blue) leather, t...

Antique religion print depicting six Roman Catholic habits, rituals and ceremonies. Degradation of a Bishop, excommunication, rehabilitation of someone ...

Antique map titled 'France - Païs-Bas'. Miniature Map of France and the Low Countries. Published by A.M. Mallet, circa 1719. Frame included. We carefully pack our framed items to ...

Antique print titled ‘Histoire Sainte, Nouveau Testament, Jérusalem et le Temple Détruits.’ This plate shows a scene from the New Testament; Jerusalem and the destroyed Temple.’ T...

Antique book titled 'The Book of Household Management' by Mrs Isabella Beeton. The book best known as Mrs Beeton's Book of Household Management, also published as Mrs Beeton's Cooker...

Antique print titled ‘Histoire Sainte, Nouveau Testament, Pierre établi Ched de l'Église.’ This plate shows a scene from the New Testament; Peter appointed Head of the Church.’ Th...

Antique map titled 'Carte de la Malaisie'. Large map of the East Indies. This map originates from 'Atlas de Géographie Moderne Physique et Politique' by A. Levasseur. Published 1875.

Title: Map of Groningen from "The Genealogy of the Illustrious Counts of Nassau" (1615) Description: This antique map, titled "Gronenga," offers a detailed depiction of the forti...

Antique map titled 'Carte des Bras du Jenisei (..)'. Map of the Yenisei River and surroundings, Siberia. This print originates from volume 18 of 'Histoire generale des voyages (..)' ...

Bird's-Eye Views of Dunkerque, Gravelines, and Bourbourg by Braun and Hogenberg, 1597 This antique print, published in 1597 by Braun and Hogenberg, showcases three detailed bird's...

Antique print titled 'Sir Guy de Bryan & Bernabo Visconti'. Old print of Guy de Bryan and Bernabò Visconti. This print originates from 'A critical inquiry into antient armour as it e...

Antique print titled 'De Mizmoune'. Old print depicting a music sheet with the 'Mizmoune' (Moorish song), a Dance and a Turkish song. Originates from the first Dutch editon of an int...

Antique print titled 'Le Serpent à plusieurs Testes: dans le Labyrinte de Versailles'. This print illustrates the fable 'The Snake with several heads' of the labyrinth of Versailles ...

Antique print titled 'Archer and Cross Bowman'. Old print of an archer and crossbowman. This print originates from 'A critical inquiry into antient armour as it existed in Europe (.....

Old telescopic theater opera glasses. Model in gilded brass and mother-of-pearl Optical perfect working In perfect condition. Period 19th century 3.6cm in diameter, 8cm in lengt...

Antique costume print titled 'Jésuite missionnaire à la Chine'. Original antique print of a Jesuit in China. This print originates from 'Moeurs, usages et costumes de tous les pe...

Promised Land of Canaan – Antique Map of Israel with Biblical Scenes, van Jagen This remarkable antique map titled Het beloofde landt Canaan doorwandelt...

Antique map titled 'Nieuwe Kaart van het Eyland Ceylon opgestelt door Francois Valentyn'. Beautiful map of Sri Lanka. Originates from 'Oud en Nieuw Oost ...

A late 19th century engraving, depicting the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and cherubs "Christ aux Anges". Engraved on a copper panel, silver plated. After Anthony Van Dyck (1599-1641)...

This is a historical sea chart titled "Carte Generale des Costes d'Irlande, et des Costes Occidentales d'Angleterre avec une Partie de celles d'Ecosse," which translates to "General Map of the Coasts of Ireland and the Western Coasts of England with a Part of Scotland." The map was first published in 1693 in the atlas "La Neptune Francois," created by Jaillot and published by Pieter Mortier in Amsterdam. This initiative was started by the French minister Colbert to improve maritime navigation. Details of the Map: 1. **Geographical Coverage:** - The map primarily focuses on the Irish coast. - It also includes the west coast of England and Wales. - Parts of the west coast of Scotland are also depicted. 2. **Inset Map:** - There is a detailed inset map showing the area around Chester and the course of the River Dee. 3. **Features:** - **Depth Soundings:** The Irish Sea is detailed with depth soundings to assist in navigation. - **Coastal Towns and Islands:** Numerous coastal towns, islands, and geographical features are indicated. - **Rhumb Lines:** The map includes extensive rhumb lines, which are lines used by navigators to plot a straight-line course. - **Key:** There is a key describing the quality of the terrain along the coast, important for navigators to understand the nature of the coastal landscape. 4. **Labels and Annotations:** - **Coastal Settlements:** Ports, forts, and villages along the coast are labeled. - **Geographical Features:** Islands and other significant features are marked. 5. **Artistic and Practical Elements:** - The map is printed on thick paper and is hand-colored, reflecting contemporary coloring techniques. - Detailed lines and soundings are included to help ships navigate around the numerous small islands and narrow inlets safely. 6. **Historical Context:** - The map was part of a significant French maritime project aimed at improving navigation and charting European waters more accurately. - It reflects the high level of cartographic skill and knowledge of the late 17th century. This map would have been a valuable tool for mariners of the time, providing them with crucial information about the coastal features, depth soundings, and safe passage routes around the complex coastlines of Ireland, England, and Scotland. About the Makers and the Atlas **1. Alexis-Hubert Jaillot (1632-1712):** - **Background:** Jaillot was a prominent French cartographer and publisher in the 17th century. He was known for his detailed and accurate maps and atlases. - **Work:** He collaborated with other notable cartographers of his time and played a key role in improving and publishing detailed maps. Jaillot's work was characterized by its precision and artistic quality. - **Contribution:** He was instrumental in the creation of "La Neptune Francois," a maritime atlas aimed at improving French naval navigation. **2. Pieter Mortier (1661-1711):** - **Background:** Mortier was a Dutch engraver, publisher, and mapmaker based in Amsterdam. He was well-known for his high-quality prints and maps. - **Work:** Mortier published several important atlases and maps, often collaborating with other cartographers and engravers. His work was recognized for its detailed craftsmanship and accuracy. - **Contribution:** Mortier published "La Neptune Francois" in Amsterdam, making significant contributions to maritime navigation by providing highly detailed sea charts. About the Atlas "La Neptune Francois": **1. Purpose:** - The atlas was created as part of an initiative led by Jean-Baptiste Colbert, the French minister of finance under King Louis XIV. The goal was to enhance the accuracy and availability of maritime charts for French naval and commercial vessels. - "La Neptune Francois" was designed to be a comprehensive and detailed reference for navigators, covering various European waters with a focus on the French coast and adjacent regions. **2. Content:** - The atlas includes a series of sea charts, each providing detailed information on coastal regions, depth soundings, rhumb lines, and other navigational aids. - The maps were printed on high-quality paper and hand-colored, reflecting the artistic standards of the time. **3. Historical Significance:** - "La Neptune Francois" was a landmark in the history of cartography, representing a significant advancement in the accuracy and detail of maritime maps...

A filigree miniature furniture for a doll's house A filigree furniture for a doll's house with a piano wing and piano chair, a table with 4 chair...

This is an original antique print of the city of Kom in Egypt.

Antique map of an hemisphere and several figures illustrating the position of the earth, moon and sun. Printed for Scherer's 'Atlas Novus' (1702-1710). Artists and Engravers: Heinrich Scherer (1628-1704) was a Professor of Hebrew, Mathematics and Ethics at the University of Dillingen until about 1680. Thereafter he obtained important positions as Official Tutor to the Royal Princes...

László Jurcsák for hollohaza large porcelain vase, Hungary 1982-1992 A Hungarian porcelain vase of 24 cm high. White porcelain with black pain...

Antique print titled ‘Histoire Sainte, AncienTestament, Départ du jeune Tobie.’ This plate shows a scene from the Old Testament; The Departure of young Tobias.’ This print origina...

Antique map titled 'Carte de la Perse, de la Georgie, et de la Tartarie Independante'. Map of Persia, Georgia and Kazakhstan. This map shows current days Georgia, Iran, Irak, Kazak...

Antique print titled 'Plan of Iames Island in the Gambia - N.E. Prospect of Iames Fort - N.N.W. Prospect of Iames Fort'. Print with a plan of Kunta Kinteh I...

Antique map of France titled 'Touraine - Turonensis Ducatus'. Decorative map of the Touraine region, France. It shows the cities of Tours, Amboise and others. Published by J. Jansson...

Steiff wool miniature Toy Raven Crow, Germany 1938-43 This Raven Crow bird made of wool and felt fabric with iron feet was made in Germany by Steiff in the ...

Antique print titled 'Calechut'. Wonderful, miniature copper engraving depicting Arion riding on a very cheerful looking sea monster in the important tradi...

Title: 1855 Colton's Map of Patagonia with South Atlantic Islands Insets Description: This is an 1855 map titled "Colton's Patagonia," published by J.H. Colton & Co. in New York. Th...

Antique print, titled: 'Histoire Sainte. - Ancien Testament. Vision des trois Anges' - This plate shows a scene from the Old Testament; The vision of the three Angels. From a Rare set of 60 plates showing scenes from the Old Testament of the Catholic Bible...

Small yet impressive, circular bronze sculpture of Jesus, in deep relief. Having sold many works of religious art we immediately noticed the tears that are on this Christ wall plaqu...

Antique print titled 'Nice, vue prise de la Villa Venanson'. View of the city of Nice, near Villa Venanson, France. This print originates from 'Nice Et Savoie, Sites Pittoreques, Mon...

Antique print, titled: 'Prospect der Stadt Damiat.' - Tab VIII. View of the city of Damietta, Egypt. From 'Reisebeschreibung von Arabien und anderen umliegenden Landern (1774-1778)...

This map, titled 'Royaume des Amazones', was created by Alain Manesson Mallet and published in 1684 in a German edition of *Beschreibung des Gantzen Welt-Kreisses*, a renowned work d...

This historical map is of Palencia, a province in the northern part of Spain. Palencia is situated within the autonomous community of Castilla y León. It is bordered by the provinc...

Antique map titled 'Perspective Projection of the World on the horizon of London'. Original map of the northern hemisphere. This map originates fro...

Antique print titled 'An ancient View of St. James's (..)'. Old print of Westminster, the old Westminster Abbey in the centre, with St James's Palace on the right. Westminster Abb...

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 ...

Carte de l'Isle de la Barbade by Jacques-Nicolas Bellin (1703–1772), Circa 1759 This rare antique map of Barbados, titled Carte de l'Isle de la Barbad...

Antique map titled 'Siberia and Chinese Tartary'. Detailed antique map of the region of Siberia, Mongolia and Manchuria. Engraved by J. & C. Walker. Published 1838.

Description: Antique map titled 'Nieuwe Kaart van Amerika.' Attractive map of North and South America, the western part of Africa and south west Europe. Source unknown, to be determi...