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Item Ships From: Continental Europe
16/1700s Brass Mortar and Pestle, France, Primitive Antique, Patina
Located in Skien, NO
Antique French Apothecary Mortar and Pestle, Hand Cast Brass / Bronze, 17th / 18th Century.
This rare primitive mortar and pestle, handcraft...
Category
18th Century French Country Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Vintage 20th Century Abstract African Wooden Sculpture - 2Y482
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage 20th-century abstract African wooden sculpture is an exquisite example of traditional craftsmanship and artistry. Measuring 20.3 inches (51.5 cm) in height, 2.2 inches (...
Category
20th Century Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Vintage Brass Teapot with Etched Design, Indian, 20th Century - 2Y362
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage brass teapot, likely of Indian origin, is beautifully etched with intricate designs, making it an elegant and collectible piece. Crafted in the 20th century, the teapot ...
Category
20th Century French Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Brass
Decorated Dutch Antique Copper Bowl / Pot with Lid, 18th Century, Dated 1750
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Antique copper bowl with lid, 18th century
Beautiful and richly decorated antique copper pot with lid with a very attractive decorated dec...
Category
18th Century Dutch Folk Art Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Copper, Metal
Antique boxwood Art Nouveau corkscrew, France 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
Antique Art Nouveau corkscrew made of hand carved boxwood, depicting plant branches enveloping the knob with brass flowers at either end of the T. The corkscrew worm is made of iron ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Brass, Iron
Vintage 20th Century Deep Porcelain Dish – Fragonard Design - 2Y509
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage 20th-century deep porcelain dish showcases a charming Fragonard-style design, making it an exquisite piece of decorative tableware. Measuring 2.6 inches (6.5 cm) in heig...
Category
20th Century Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Swedish Hand-Painted Decorative Three-Panel Glass Screen
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Antique Swedish Hand-Painted Decorative Three-Panel Glass Screen
Exquisite antique Swedish hand-painted decorative three-panel screen. Crafted with finely carved and intricately det...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Glass, Wood
An Austrian handbag decorated with petit point embroidery. Austria, 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
Lady's arm bag with chain and sharp corner zip in golden brass. The hinge features a cloisonneé enamel decoration with stylized green and white flowers on a black background, adorned...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Vintage Straw Marquetry Box with Floral Rose Design – Early 20th Century - 2Y105
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This delightful vintage box, crafted from marquetry straw, features an elegant floral rose design, likely from the early 20th century or even earlier. The intricate craftsmanship sho...
Category
Early 20th Century French Empire Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Wood
$210 Sale Price
65% Off
Large Decorative Copper Plate with Windmill Design – Wall Hanging - 2Y266
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This large copper plate features a charming windmill design and is perfect for hanging as a decorative piece. Its detailed craftsmanship reflects tr...
Category
20th Century Unknown Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Copper
$187 Sale Price
70% Off
Charming Vintage German Beer Stein "Frohbeim Bier Das Lieben Wir" - 2Y364
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This beautifully crafted German beer stein from the mid-20th century is adorned with the phrase "Frohbeim Bier Das Lieben Wir" ("Frohbeim Beer We Love"). A timeless piece for any col...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Ceramic
System walking stick with the function of measuring device, France 1890.
Located in Milan, IT
Gadget-System walking stick: stick with the function of measuring horses. Bamboo wood barrel, deer horn knob with copper horse head profile. Pulling the knob removes an instrument fo...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Copper
Antique 1917 Sculpted Shell Casing, Trench Art - 2Y527
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This antique 1917 shell casing is a remarkable example of trench art, crafted with care and skill during the First World War (1914–1918). Made in France, this piece reflects the crea...
Category
1970s Vintage Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Brass
Antique Chinese Multi-Lobed Opium Box in Silver, Decorated with Reliefs with Ide
Located in Leuven , BE
Beautiful opium box decorated with reliefs with ideograms (one of the two refers to wealth), a chrysanthemum (symbol of longevity) and foliage. This silver m...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Silver
System walking stick with the function of scissor, France 1890.
Located in Milan, IT
System stick: stick with the function of scissors for pruning plants. Bamboo barrel, ivory and metal knob. A brush is inserted into the knob to clean the scissors after use. Inside t...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Metal
Shagreen etui case, London circa 1800.
Located in Milan, IT
A very fine English Etui Case with original period fitting. The etui is carved in fruitwood and covered in a dark grey shagreen (Pastinachus sephen, Forrskål 1775) covering. It opens by pushing the button on the side. Finished in silver, the inner grid shows a series of cut-out seats for the insertion of the fitting, which includes a pencil, one bodkin, an ear pick...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Silver
Traditional Ashanti African Chief’s velvet and gilt-wood Leopard crown on stand
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A traditional Ashanti Chief’s velvet and giltwood Leopard crown
Ghana, early 20th century
Diam. 17 cm (crown)
H. 27 cm (incl. stand)
Provenance:
Pri...
Category
Early 20th Century Ghanaian Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Velvet, Giltwood
Vintage 20th Century Agfa isa-Rapid 1 Camera with Case - 2Y575
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Step into photographic history with this vintage Agfa isa-Rapid 1 camera from the 20th century, accompanied by its original case. Compact and lightweight, it measures 2.76 in x 4.33 ...
Category
20th Century Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Metal
A group of five example of wooden articulated dummie’s hands. Italy, 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
A group of five samples of articulated hands for dummies, made in various types of wood: national walnut, chestnut, maple. Mounted on bases, made of cast iron and brass for the locki...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Brass, Iron
Interesting pre-Columbian terracotta frog transformed into a piggy bank
Located in Leuven , BE
Interesting pre-Columbian terracotta frog that appears to have undergone a curious transformation into a piggy bank at some point in its history. Elega...
Category
18th Century Colombian Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Terracotta
Folk art walking stick depicting a man on a chain-shaped shaft, USA 1880s.
Located in Milan, IT
Folk art walking stick of American folk art.
The stick is made entirely from a single branch of fruit wood, carved and ingraved. The tip is made of copper, smooth with decorative lin...
Category
1880s American Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Copper
Decorative Plate "Métier du Vieux Paris –Marchand de Sebiles" by Primula - 2Y519
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This exquisite decorative plate, titled "Métier du Vieux Paris – Marchand de Sebiles," is a fine example of Italian craftsmanship by Primula. Measuring 1.4 inches (3.5 cm) in height ...
Category
20th Century Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Ceramic
Horne handle walking stick, France 1880.
Located in Milan, IT
Walking stick: a carved stag horn handle depicting a caricature of an old man with big nose. Smooth silver ring. Rosewood shaft. France 1880 ca.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Silver
Vintage Glazed Ceramic Pitcher by Digoin Sarreguemines – Crackled Finish - 2Y483
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage ceramic pitcher by Digoin Sarreguemines is a beautifully crafted piece that showcases traditional French ceramic artistry. Measuring 6.1 inches (15.5 cm) in height, 4.3 ...
Category
20th Century Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Ceramic
17/1800s Museum-Quality Wall Shelf, Primitive Farmhouse / Cabin RUSTIC Antique
Located in Skien, NO
Extremely Rare - Museum-Quality 17/1800s Norwegian Wall-Hanging Shelf
This important and exceptionally rare antique wall-hanging shelf originates from Trøndelag / Trondelag, Norway,...
Category
Early 19th Century Norwegian Folk Art Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Bentwood, Pine
Vintage 1970s Set of 12 "Chatellerault" Knives – Resin Handles - 2Y465
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage set of 12 "Chatellerault" knives from the 1970s, featuring resin handles and stainless steel blades, is a charming addition to any tableware collection. The set weighs 2...
Category
1970s Vintage Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage 20th Century Ceramic Bar Pitcher, 0.5 L, Generic Design - 2Y339
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage bar pitcher, designed for restaurants and brasseries, features a classic and functional design that epitomizes 20th-century dining aesthetics. With a capacity of 0.5 lit...
Category
20th Century French Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Ceramic
$177 Sale Price
70% Off
Vintage Mid-20th Century Metal Teapot/Coffee Pot, French Design - 2Y573
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Elevate your kitchen or dining décor with this elegant mid-20th century teapot or coffee pot, crafted from sturdy metal with a sleek, timeless design. Reflecting the 1940–1960 style,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Metal
Antique Carved Wooden Wall Console with Angel. 1850 - 1880
Located in CADALSO, ES
Great condition
Category
1850s German Victorian Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Wood
18/1900s “Prince & Princess” cordovan/gold leather box
Located in Skien, NO
Antique wooden letter/keepsake box from ca. the 1920s, covered in 1800s’ cordovan / gold leather with a natural patina. The leather features decorated and hand-painted detailing, inc...
Category
19th Century Norwegian Arts and Crafts Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Wood, Birch, Leather, Patent Leather
18th Century German Westerwald Salt Glazed Stoneware with Horses Tankard
Located in Delft, NL
An 18th Century German Westerwald Salt Glazed Stoneware with Horses Tankard
A German Westerwald tankard with pewter engraved lid. The salt-glazed ...
Category
18th Century German Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Stoneware
Hammered Copper Bas-Relief of Poseidon's Head – Exquisite Detail - 2Y59
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This finely detailed hammered copper bas-relief depicts the majestic head of Poseidon, showcasing the craftsmanship of this stunning piece. The intricate detailing highlights the pow...
Category
20th Century French Empire Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Copper
$168 Sale Price
75% Off
Vintage wooden rocking BSA motorbike - 1930s - Carousal, Merry-go-round
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Vintage wooden rocking BSA motorbike - 1930s - Carousal, Merry-go-round
Wear consistent with age and use.
the handlebars are missing
Old toy ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Vintage Large Round Faience Plate "H.F" – Swiss Landscape, Made in Italy - 2Y390
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage large round faience plate, marked "H.F" and featuring a captivating Swiss landscape design, is a timeless piece of craftsmanship. Made in Italy, it combines artistic det...
Category
20th Century Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Faience
Ibo-Izzi, Nigeria Old ‘Ogbodo Enyi’ Elephant Mask
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
This mask type of the Ibo-Izzi, a subgroup of the Ibo, is actually a dance crest. The elephant mask 'ogbodo enyi' is worn horizontally on top of the head...
Category
Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Folk Art Walking Stick, Austria, 1880
Located in Milan, IT
Folk art walking stick: carved stag horn handle, depicting a man head with a snake and beard. Silver ring. Ebony wood shaft. Metal ferrule. Aust...
Category
1880s Austrian Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Metal
Decorative Plate "Métier du Vieux Paris – Marchande de Poires Cuites - 2Y510
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming decorative plate, titled "Métier du Vieux Paris – Marchande de Poires Cuites," is a delightful piece that captures the essence of vintage Parisian craftsmanship. Measur...
Category
20th Century Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Boule Ball "G", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule 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...
Category
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Metal
Rare 20th Century Large Hand-Painted Ceramic Carafe Signed Vallauris - 2Y331
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This exquisite and rare large ceramic carafe, signed by Vallauris, features a beautiful hand-painted rose design that exemplifies the artistry of mid-20th century French ceramics...
Category
20th Century French Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Ceramic
$457 Sale Price
75% Off
Traditional Spanish Wood Cutlery Holder, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Traditional Spanish wood cutlery holder, circa 1930 Made by unknown manufacturer in Barcelona, Spain, circa 1960. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and...
Category
1930s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Stone Sculpture, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Stone Spanish sculpture. Circa 1930 In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use.
Category
20th Century French Romantic Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Stone
Green Crackled Porcelain Table Water Pipe with Metal Strapping from Vietnam
Located in Leuven , BE
The bowl of the Vietnamese water pipe is jar-shaped. The metal handle allows easy carrying and moving of the object. The pipe stem that is normally places in the water tank, is missi...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Porcelain
Dated 1835 Hallingdal Rosemaling - Antique Ambar Box, Norway - Museum Quality
Located in Skien, NO
Important Norwegian primitive antique amber butter bucket / ambar / Tine Box / Kitchen storage box / centerpiece / centerpiece, boasting stunning hand-carved details and rosemaling /...
Category
Early 19th Century Norwegian Folk Art Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Pine
$14,400 Sale Price
20% Off
18/1900s Museum Quality Antique-Handcrafted Staup bowl, Horse Handle, Norway
Located in Skien, NO
Museum-Quality Antique Norwegian Ale Bowl (Staup) - Ytre Sogn, Vestland, ca. 1880-1920
This stunning primitive ale bowl is a superb example of Norwegian Heritage folk art, handcraft...
Category
Late 19th Century Norwegian Folk Art Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Wood, Pine, Bentwood
$3,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Lovely Framed Reproduction Print of Vincent van Gogh’s "Vase with Irises - 2Y332
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming framed reproduction of Vincent van Gogh’s renowned "Vase with Irises" brings the beauty of the original masterpiece into any home. Printed with fine attention to detail...
Category
20th Century French Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Wood, Paper
$472 Sale Price
75% Off
Italian Carved Solid Walnut Kneeler from 1600s in Patina
Located in Cesena, FC
Lombard / Venetian kneeler from the 1600s, in patina
Solid walnut with Greek carved details under the top and capital feet
Drawers panelled in briarwood...
Category
Mid-17th Century Italian Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Walnut
Antique Painting on Copper, "The Mockery of Christ”
Located in Milano, IT
Painting on copper. Italian school of the late 17th century. The scene, which recounts a moment in the Passion of Christ, is filled with the charac...
Category
17th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Copper
$8,033 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Statuette of an Asian Woman with Peacock Decor - Resin - 2Y91
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Presenting a stunning large statuette of an Asian woman, exquisitely crafted in resin. This piece showcases intricate details, including a peacock, child, and other ornate decoration...
Category
20th Century French Empire Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Resin
$417 Sale Price
65% Off
Southern Netherlands. Medal of the Holy Sacrament of the Miracle of Brussels
Located in UTRECHT, UT
Obverse: SACRAMENTVM . MI – RACVLOSVM . BRVXELLE, cross with the Holy Hosts, carried by God the Father
Reverse: dito
VERY RARE, only 2 known specimens (1 in the KBR in Brussels and ...
Category
17th Century Belgian Classical Roman Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Silver
19th Century French Bread Board
Located in grand Lancy, CH
19th Century French Bread Board
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Vintage Early 20th Century Round Cléry Longchamps Plate, Ironstone - 2Y567
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Add a touch of vintage elegance to your collection with this early 20th-century Cléry Longchamps round plate. Crafted from durable ironstone, it originates from Longchamps, France, a...
Category
Early 20th Century Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Ironstone
Beautiful Murano-Style Glass Trinket Dish in Violet-Pink - 2Y86
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Condition: Very good
Description: This stunning trinket dish is crafted from glass, likely originating from Murano, Italy, although the original label is missing. The dish showcases...
Category
20th Century French Empire Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Murano Glass
$254 Sale Price
75% Off
Vintage Magazine/Review: F1 Scratch No. 10 - November 1973 - 2Y102
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This is a vintage issue of the "F1 Scratch" magazine, issue number 10 from November 1973. A must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of Formula 1 history, this magazine captures the ...
Category
1970s French Empire Vintage Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Paper
$127 Sale Price
75% Off
Œuvres complètes de J. de la Fontaine" Tome II, circa 1838, Ed. Lefèvre, 2Y110
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Explore a piece of literary history with this antique edition of "Œuvres complètes de J. de la Fontaine," Tome II, published by Ed. Lefèvre around 1838. This rare volume, featuring the complete works of the celebrated French fabulist Jean de la Fontaine, is a collector's gem. The book has aged gracefully but shows signs of its journey through time. The pages have absorbed some moisture, leading to slight warping, while the cover has begun to detach in certain areas. This gives the book a distinctive character that speaks to its long past.
Era: Circa 1838
Condition: Fair (Shows signs of wear and moisture damage; cover partially detached)
Dimensions:
Height: 20 cm (7.87 inches)
Length: 13 cm (5.12 inches)
Thickness: 4 cm (1.57 inches)
Weight: 654 grams (1.44 lbs)
Despite its age-related imperfections, this book remains a valuable and intriguing addition to any antique book collection...
Category
1830s French Empire Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Paper
$147 Sale Price
75% Off
Spectacular Bamoun door, end of XIX°century from Sultan NJOYA Palace.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Spectacular Bamoun ( Cameroon)door end of XIX°century from Sultan NJOYA Palace.
It would be the door to the sultan's bedroom.
Very fine sculpting work with Royal attributes like the...
Category
Late 19th Century Cameroonian Other Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Wood
20th Century
Located in Cantù, IT
Small globe with compass. Refined and with attention to detail in the slightest detail. Created from brass, crystal and glass.
Designed by Mice Versailles.
Category
19th Century Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Crystal, Brass
$413
Ferdinand van Collen, administrator of WIC, mayor of Amsterdam
Located in UTRECHT, UT
Obverse: FERDIN. VAN. COLLEN.TOPARCH. DE. GUNTERSTEIN. DOM. IN. TIENHOVEN. PRAETOR. ET. SENATOR. AMSTEL, armoured and draped bust of Ferdinand van Collen
Reverse: AD. CONFOEDERATOR. ...
Category
Early 1700s Dutch Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Silver
Coptic textile Byzantine Period; 4th–5th Century C.E.
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Coptic textile
Byzantine Period; 4th–5th Century C.E.
Materials: linen, Wool
23 x 16 cm
This fragment features black decorations on a beige background, depicting human figures with...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Wool, Linen
Japanese Badge of Buddhist Shinshu-OtaniHa 1990s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a pin badge of a person who was with Shinshu-Otani ha.
It was made in Japan around 1990s. It is made with metal and it will come with a wooden box.
Ōtani-ha is a Japanese Bu...
Category
1990s Japanese Showa Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Metal
Large 19th Century Pharmacy Reversed Painted Display Dispensing Jar
Located in Leuven , BE
Here is a wonderful decorative late 19th century pharmacist hand blown dispensing/display glass jar of considerable size. The jar is reverse painted by hand with a white ground and g...
Category
19th Century British Antique Continental Europe - Antiquities
Materials
Glass
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