Continental Europe - Objets d'Art and Vertu

The "Leather Whip Necklace" was designed in 1997 by Betony Vernon. The "body" of the whip is made of handwoven leather. The empowering unisex necklace is part of Vernon's personal ar...

Art Deco styled Cigarette or Visit Card case in Sterling Silver with the same machine - engraved decorative pattern on both sides and gilt interior. Made in ca. first half of 20th. ...

Highly decorative vanity /snuff box or cigar case. In accordance with present hallmarks it was hand - made of solid 800 Silver on the territories of former Austrian-Hungarian Empire ...

Fine British Edwardian period Cigarette or cigar box, with rounded corners, ergonomically convex shapes and gilt interior. Hand - engraved with with floral ornaments on both sides an...

Unusual, custom hand - made and very likely and one of a kind Jewelry Flower Stand ! Realistically modeled coiled stem, adjustable petals.Skillfully forged and assembled in high g...

Russian Silver pill or snuff box with fine niello decorations on all sides with vacant square cartouche on the top of the lid, with handy nail - catcher attached. Rectangular form w...

1919 Antique British colonial period Pill Box wonderfully made as a stack of 10 British colonial Indian 1/4 Rupee coins of 917 purity Silver soldered and hollowed out in the cente...

Early 20th century solid Sterling Silver cigarette case of excellent quality with engraved decorative pattern on both side, gilt parts and handy nail - catcher attached. Measurement...

1878 - 1919 Antique British colonial period Pill Box wonderfully made as a stack of 10 British colonial Indian 1 Rupee coins of 917 purity Silver soldered and hollowed out in the cen...

Cartier was founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-Francois Cartier and spent the following century supplying the courts of Europe. The Les Must line launched in the 1970s to carry the Ca...

Unique 17th century fob pendant in silver mount with 3 seals carved in solid rock crystal,in original wood and leather case box that used to belong to Friedrich von Arensdorff (1626–...

S.T. Dupont was founded in Paris in 1872 by Simon Tissot-Dupont, first as a maker of leather travel goods for a clientele that included heads of state. The house turned to lighters i...

Boucheron 1940s Lady's Ruby and Sapphire vanity case "Minaudiêre Bag" The rectangular case decorated to the front with a pierced design of birds amongst fl...

Early 20th century Norwegian Enameled Silver cigarette box of excellent quality with translucent Guilloche Green Enamel decor accented with...

LE MAIRE FILS, PARIS. AN EARLY 18TH CENTURY FRENCH SILVER 'BUTTERFIELD' TYPE POCKET SUNDIAL AND COMPASS. the octagonal plate dial engraved a sundial with four alternating rings of r...

Art Deco period cigarette case in Sterling Silver with the same engraved decorative pattern on both sides. Made in ca. 1920 -1930s. Hallmarked Sterling, Swedish import hallmarks , E&...

A Rosenthal figurine of Ariadne - daughter of King Minos of Crete from Greek Mythology. Minos put Ariadne in charge of the labyrinth where sacrifices were made as part of reparations (either to Poseidon or to Athena, depending on the version of the myth); later, she helped Theseus overcome the Minotaur and save the potential sacrificial victims. In other stories, she became the bride of the god Dionysus, with the question of her being mortal or a goddess varying in those accounts Beautiful over - glaze hand painted figurine of a nude in natural tones arranging a wreath of flowers on her head, gilded. Modelled by Albert Caasmann...

Very rare Antique hard paste porcelain figure of a Cat made at the Royal Porcelain factory of Vienna in 1784 , Sorgenthal period (1784 - 1805). Detailed Overglaze hand - painted deco...

A beautiful antique fan, possibly from the late 19th or early 20th century, in a Romantic style, from a private collection. The sticks are made of hand-pyrographed and openwork bone,...

Handsome Swedish hand - made Military Trophy Cup or Goblet with thick and sturdy walls decorated with a task of a wild boar attached as a handle, one of two that we have. Hand - En...

Skull Lighter Case Holder Memento Mori Gun Metal Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Lighter Case is a rare archive object, handcrafted in Paris in 2008 and finished in ruthenium platin...

An exceptional 1970s Cartier Les Must lighter, later transformed into a one-of-a-kind objet d’art by an Italian goldsmith. The original Cartier body is enveloped in a handmade basket...

Cartier was founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier and grew into one of the most celebrated names in French luxury, famously described as "the jeweller of kings and the k...

Skull Lighter Case Holder Light Pink Enamel Palladium Vintage Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Lighter Case is a rare archive object, handcrafted in Paris in 2008 and finished in pal...

S.T. Dupont has been making luxury goods in Paris since 1872, first as a maker of fine travel cases and later of the petrol and gas lighters that made the name famous. Collectors val...

This stunning hair comb was hand crafted in France in 1810 ca. The tiara is made out of fire gilt brass. The top of the comb is made put of polished fire gilt metal. Underneath the p...

Cartier has stood for fine jewellery and luxury goods since 1847, and its precious-metal accessories are finished to the same standard as its jewellery. The Les Must lighter is value...

This charming Art Deco baby rattle was created in the 1920's. It is designed as a rabbit sitting quietly with its ears down. The rabbit has two little balls inside his hollow body. I...

European early 20th century high - end Enameled Silver box of excellent quality with translucent Guilloche Blue Enamel decor on both sides and gilt interior accented with bezel set ...

Very decorative Silver Box with thick walls and internal gilding. Machine - engraved and cast decorations. Box is hallmarked with vague French marks on several spots , hand -made ca...

S.T. Dupont has been making luxury goods in Paris since 1872, first as a maker of fine travel cases and later of the petrol and gas lighters that made the name famous. Collectors val...

Vintage Trapped Rat Chain Lighter Holder Ruthenium Paris 2008 J DAUPHIN Designer: J DAUPHIN Model: Trapped Rat Origin: Paris, France Year: 2008 Edition: One of only five produced; ...

Alfred Dunhill of London has stood for refined gentlemen's accessories since the early twentieth century, and its lighters are among the most respected of the era. The Rollagas, intr...

The urn-shaped handle and cast and chased with two sporting dogs , the carnelian matrix without engraved. English, circa 1870 Height 3cm Weight: 14.40gr.

This empire tiara was made out fire gilt metal in 1810 ca. It is decorated with thirty five facetted corallium rubrum beads riveted onto the headv ornament. The tiara features a pier...

This hair comb was handcrafted in the late 1830's, the engraving in the centre is typical for the design of the second quarter of the nineteenth The design of this hair comb feature...

Antique Vienna Silver box with floral decorations, both machine and hand - engraved elements. Internal gilding . Size: 75 mm x 41 mm at axes x 13,5 ...

We are thrilled to show you these magnificent French heirlooms. This rare and glamorous treasure dates back to the Art Nouveau period. It is a delightful miniature mesh coin purse with a very detailed hing closure and hundreds of hand made small links woven together. This 18 ct yellow gold jewel is hallmarked with a French eagle head and is in very good condition considering its age. It is in perfect working condition and a pleasure to wear. We like to mention that the back of the purse has deeper scratches as clearly visible in the pictures. This 18k solid gold purse...

This rare satin art glass medallion executed in relief depicts a fairy or a nympf designed as a young woman with dragonfly wings. It is signed Stalin at the bottom right for Gabriel ...

This elegant little lighter will fit into any pocket or small handbag. It was created out of silver in 1920 ca. It has a beautiful engine turned decoration on the outside. It has a s...

Copernican-type planetary globe in cardboard and engraved paper mounted on a blackened wooden stand. France, circa 1810. H. 54 cm Diam. 36 cm Antique armillary spheres...

S.T. Dupont has produced luxury goods in Paris since 1872, first as a maker of fine travel cases and later the petrol and gas lighters that made the name famous. The Ligne 2, introdu...

Cartier has stood for fine jewellery and luxury goods since 1847, and its precious-metal accessories are finished to the same standard as its jewellery. The Les Must lighter is value...

This outstanding Art Nouveau buckle in the shape of a peacock feather has been designed and executed by Piel Frères, Paris around 1900. An identical buckle is published in Vivienne Becker's book 'Fabulous Fakes', page 91, Grafton Books 1988. The same buckle, executed in silver, is published in 'Pariser Schmuck', catalogue of the exhibition of the same name page 275. That catalogue describes the buckle as ' a peacockfeather with short quill, the eye of the feather is represented by a kidney shaped blue glas cabochon on green green shimmering metal foil'. Piel Frères were an important firm of jewellers based in Paris, they are mentioned in the 3 volume enzyclopedic publication 'La Bijouterie Française ' written by Henry Vever.

This set of six unusual buttons was created in the 1880s in England. The buttons are carved out of different coloured marble. Each button is decorated with a coiled snake. The snake’...

A round Carnelian cameo depicts a laureate after an antique model. The three colour cameo shows a profile bust of a bearded man. This cameo has a diameter of 2 cm. The small oval two...

This is a vintage cigarette holder designed by Tiffany & Co. It is crafted in 14K gold and features bakelite tip. Signed: Tiffany 14K Weight: 5.69g Length: 11.5cm IMPORTANT: A...

The pendant holding a late 18th century portrait miniature of a gentleman, mounted in gold, length 5.3cm.

This unusual miniature silver scent bottle was created towards the end of the 19th century. On both sides of the bottle we see a large sun with a face, the sun rays spreading over th...

The hourglass cage displays hexagonal bases. Six smooth iron columns complete the cage. Inside the glass bulbs joined in the center by a ring of fabric and rope. Germany, late 17th ...

S.T. Dupont, a name synonymous with elegance and innovation, has been crafting exquisite lighters since the early 20th century. Known for their unparalleled blend of heritage and hau...

Dunhill, a name synonymous with excellence and elegance in the world of luxury goods, has been a hallmark of refined British craftsmanship since its inception. The Dunhill Rollagas i...

Exquisite limited edition snow globe from the prestigious French fashion house CHANEL. In perfect condition, with its original box. Set on a midnight blue base, the snow globe displa...

As one of the world's most eminent maisons, Cartier has long been synonymous with luxury and precision craftsmanship. Renowned for creating timeless objects that transcend their func...

Born from the prestigious house of S.T. Dupont, the Ligne 1 BR Regular lighter epitomises the brand's hallmark of ingenuity and elegance. With origins dating back to the French maiso...

Cartier was founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-Francois Cartier and spent the following century supplying the courts of Europe. The Les Must line launched in the 1970s to carry the Ca...

A very rare church hourglasses from the 17th Century. These were fitted on the pulpit with a wrought iron basket. Visitors could see from the hourglass how much speaking time was lef...

This empire tiara was made out fire gilt metal in 1810. Empire Tiara 1810 fire gilt metal and flowers in brilliant cut crystal The tiara features a pierced border designed as a d...

1896 - 1908 Circa Yellow and Rose Gold Faberge Cigarette Case. Workmaster August Hollming, ST Petersburg with scratched inventory number 5695. ...

A large 18th century hour glass, or sand glass, with brown painted ring-turned end plates connected by four baluster- turned columns, encasing a large colorless glass bulb with white...