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6 Late Gustavavian chairs made by Ephraim Ståhl. The chairs are beautifully hand carved with nail clippers and leaf shaped decorations. The chairs are made by Ephraim Stahl, who wor...

An exquisite late 18th-century pocket watch signed by Leonard Bordier, crafted circa 1790, in 18K gold with fine enamel work and adorned with original pearls. This exceptional piece ...

Antique Botanical Engraving of Convolvulus Cneorum - Rare 1799 Floral Print by William Curtis This engraving is from the publication "The ...

Rare Antique Botanical Prints by James Sowerby (1757–1822): A Timeless Tribute to British Flora Step into the enchanting world of 18th-century botanical artistry with our exceptiona...

A pair of very sophisticated Candlesticks in gilded and darkpatinated bronze. Probably made in Paris, France during the Directoire, circa 1795. Wear consistent with age and use.

Circa 1792-1794 France Rare black felt Commissaire's bicorn of the first French Republic, at the fall of the Ancien Régime around 1793 (proclamation of the Convention). Hat with its...

Que se la Llevaron! is an original etching realized by Francisco Goya in 1799, from Los Caprichos series. The artwork is the plate 8 (as printed on plate on the higher right margin) from the series Los Caprichos, first edition. Good conditions. Los Caprichos. Put on sale the 6 February 1799, at the end of the last carnival of the century, Los Caprichos, first Goya’s printed...

Ptolemaic armillary sphere Charles-François Delamarche Paris, ante 1798 Wood and papier-mâché covered with printed and partly hand-colored paper It measures 16.37 in in height x Ø 10.94 in (41.60 cm - Ø 27.80 cm) It weights 2.33 lb (1,058 g) State of conservation: consistent with its age and use, the paper shows some signs of use, stains and abrasions. The sphere is Ptolemaic, with the Earth placed at its center, surrounded by the Moon and the Sun mounted on two metal arms. The sphere is composed of six horizontal and two vertical rings (armillae), each bearing graduations and its own name. The first horizontal ring is illegible. The others, in descending order are: North Pole, Tropic of Cancer, Equator, Tropic of Capricorn, South Pole. The vertical rings consist of two double meridians. The sphere is then connected to the large meridian by two pins, a vertical ring inserted perpendicularly into the circle of the Horizon, in turn supported by four semicircles connected to the turned and black-stained wooden base. Each element is covered with printed paper. It contains various pieces of information: latitudes, length of days, names and zodiac symbols, calendar, wind directions, etc. The vertical circles mention the latitudes and longitudes of different cities: Rome, Bordeaux, Madrid, Boston, Batavia (Jakarta), Acapulco, etc. Even the small terrestrial globe is covered with printed paper: continents and oceans appear with numerous geographical markings indicating the most recent explorations. In the Pacific Ocean, west of South America bears the following inscription: GLOBE TERRESTRIAL à Paris chez Delamarche Géog Rue du Foin Jacques Au Collège de M.e Gervais The North American coasts are well delineated and California appears correctly as a peninsula - reports from Spanish explorers in the region had given rise to confusion as to whether it was connected to the mainland or not. The geographical nature of California was confirmed after the explorations of Juan Bautista de Anza (1774-1776). Alaska is not described and is only partially traced; it would become part of the United States in 1867. Various Pacific islands are indicated. Australia (the name definitely used from 1824) is called "Nouvelle Hollande." Tasmania is still represented as a peninsula and this is an important detail for the dating of our armillary sphere. The island is separated from Australia by Bass Strait, which was crossed by Matthew Flinders for the first time in 1798, showing that it was not a peninsula. Delamarche certainly would not have waited a long time to update such an important geographical datum: presumably he did so shortly after receiving the news. Charles-François Delamarche (1740-1817) founded his laboratory around 1770 and, in a few years, he became the most famous French cartographer and globe maker between the 18th and 19th centuries. After having acquired the laboratory of the late Didier Robert de Vaugondy (1723-1786; himself a renowned cartographer who continued the family business founded by his grandfather Nicolas Sanson in the seventeenth century) and after having purchased, between 1788 and around 1800, the businesses of Jean-Baptiste Fortin (1750-1831) and Jean Lattré (around 1750-1800), he began to call himself "Successeur de MM. Sanson and Robert de Vaugondi, Géographes du Roi and de M. Fortin, Ingénieur-mécanicien du Roi pour les globes et les sphères." Thus, at the end of the eighteenth century, Delamarche possessed the warehouse stocks, as well as the manufacturing skills of the globes of his main rivals in Paris. In addition to this aggressive acquisition policy, the key to its success also lay in the combination of high-quality cartography combined with extremely attractive globes and armillary spheres; and, of course, its famous red paint finishing touch. His laboratory was located on Rue de Foin St Jacques "au Collège Me. (or "Mtre") Gervais" in the Latin Quarter of Paris until around 1805, when he moved to rue du Jardinet No. 13. On the death of Charles-François in 1817, the reins of the company passed to his son Félix (1779-1835), who continued to publish, often in collaboration with the engraver Charles Dien, Sr. In 1835 the company first moved to rue du Jardinet No. 12 and a little later to rue du Battoir No. 7. Bibliography: Dekker, Elly, et al. Globes at Greenwich...

Gustavian Shaving Mirror in Mahogany – Sweden, Late 18th Century Charming small shaving mirror in mahogany (Swietenia mahagoni), made in Sweden during the late 18th century. Execut...

This is an elegant antique English Old Sheffield plate silver on copper ice bucket or wine cooler, circa 1790 in date, and bearing the sunburst makers marks of the world renowned sil...

Antique gilt carved wood wall mirror or trumeau mirror Austria circa 1795. The high- quality and very decorative gilt wood vintage wall mir...

Circa 1790 France Adorned ( homme paré) man's silk frockcoat dating from the French Revolution period. Yellow-green silk taffeta with pink shading (green warp and pink weft). Frac a...

Rare Swedish dark brown antique decorative wooden bowl made out of birch wood produced in Sweden, 1793. In good condition with some old and genuine repairs. Dimensions: H: 13 cm / ...

This is a superb antique flame mahogany and ebonized line inlaid bow front George III sideboard, circa 1790 in date. The splendid shaped stage back is above three frieze drawers abo...

Antique George III Secretaire Bookcase A good George III secretaire bookcase in mahogany with a burr yew wood interior - attractive glazing bars and original tall splay feet

Swiss alp folk art escabelle dated 1793 with nice patina

Circa 1800 English Georgian Hexagonal Glazed Brass/Bronze Verdigris Lantern Exceptional quality, rewired with original chain & hanging hook Measures: W33 x D33 x H57 cm.  

Antique George 111 Silver Bright Cut Helmet Cream Jug Dated 1796 Solomon Hougham Lovely bright cut engraving with original hammer marks inside.

A large antique hand-wrought iron fireplace fire screen with central-access doors. The stylised flower finial above heavy uprights with twist detail standing on arched feet. The fire...

This superb British Old Master oil painting is attributed to circle of Sir Thomas Lawrence. Painted circa 1795, the sitter is Major-General James Hanson Salmond (1766–1837) an office...

A beautiful original antique Georgian snap top occasional table. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1790’s period. It is of extremely fine quality, the top has a rai...

A George III diamond and enamel navette-shaped sentimental pendant, circa 1790, featuring an old cut diamond border on a purple guilloche enameled ground with a central pear-shaped o...

This is a stunning part-dessert service made by Derby between about 1795 and 1800, painted with named botanical studies by John Brewer. The service consists of a lidded sauce comport on a stand, two kidney shaped dishes, two lozenge shaped dishes, one lozenge shaped low footed comport...

Louis XVI, carved & painted, double bed upholstered with susani, woven textile with flowers & lovebirds & custom made bedspread, sold with custo...

Rare Gustavian silver cup by Johan Stras from Stockholm, Sweden dated 1792. Johan Stras Johan Stras was an active master silversmith during the years 1777-1796. This cup was made 17...

Antique map titled 'A chart of part of the coast of Cochin-China including Turon Harbour and the Island Callao'. Detailed map of the Vietnamese Coast, centered on Turon Harbor (D...

Hospitaller Nun in Post-Rhodes Attire: 1791 Hand-Colored Engraving This elegant hand-colored engraving, titled "Ehemalige Kleidung der Johanniterinnen nach Eroberung der Insel Rho...

George Morland (1763 London - 1804 Brighton). Sheltering from the Storm. Oil on canvas, relined, 37.5 x 29.5 cm (visible size), 53.5 x 45.5 cm (...

Title: Stag Beetles and Rhinoceros Beetles, 1798 Hand-Colored Copperplate Engraving Description: This hand-colored copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's "Bilderbuch ...

A charming antique Georgian period console / side table. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1790-1810 period. It is of wonderful quality, it is a very useful size an...

This is a pair of spectacular porcelain ice pails made by the Derby Porcelain Company in about 1790 and decorated with pattern 80, which consists of very fine flowers by the famous p...

Elegant pair of Gustavian Carrara marble and Gilt brass Candlesticks from the 1790s. Simple beauty with some charming patina. Wear consistent with age and use

Late 18th century, Louis XVI Trumeau. The mirror is no the original, the painting representing a children scene needs a restoration Good condition. For shipping: 5 x 165 x 74 c...

A pair of sophisticated and elegant gilt bronze Candlesticks, Probably made in Paris, France. Directoire circa 1795. Beautifully decorated with leaves. Wear consistent with age an...

Maltese Knight in Beaked Cloak: 1791 Hand-Colored Engraving of Ceremonial Dress This remarkable hand-colored engraving, titled "Maltheser-Ritter im Schnabelmantel" (Maltese Knight...

Maltese Knight Attending Council: 1791 Hand-Colored Engraving in Ceremonial Robes This elegant hand-colored engraving, titled "Maltheser-Ritter, wenn er in den Rath geht" (Maltese...

Grand Master of the Maltese Order: 1791 Hand-Colored Engraving in Ceremonial Robes This finely detailed hand-colored engraving, titled "Grossmeister des Maltheser-Ordens" (Grand M...

Raymond du Puy: 1791 Hand-Colored Engraving of the First Grand Master of the Hospitallers This captivating hand-colored engraving, titled "Raymund du Puy, erster Großmeister des J...

Super map of Spain and Portugal Copper plate engraving by A. Bell Published, circa 1790. Unframed.  

This map is titled "St. Domingue (Partie Française)" and is part of the France Militaire series. It focuses on the French portion of Saint-Domingue, which corresponds to modern-day H...

Knight Templar in War Attire: 1791 Hand-Colored Engraving from Historical Series This striking hand-colored engraving, titled "Ein Tempelherr in seiner Kriegskleidung" (A Knight T...

Original painted chest of drawers from the Louis Seize period, from Copenhagen, approx. The 1790s. The chest of drawers is in a greenish patinated colour, which reflects the aesthetics and style of the time. Louis Seize furniture...

A rare and unusual Georgian Derby Porcelain dish finely hand painted colored enamels dating from around 1790. The oval shaped dish has a raised scalloped rim and is hand painted with...

Knight of the Golden Fleece: 1791 Hand-Colored Engraving in Ceremonial Robes This regal hand-colored engraving, titled "Orden des goldenen Vlieses" (Order of the Golden Fleece), d...

Knight of the Order of the Thistle: Elegant 18th-Century Engraving by Schwan This exquisite hand-colored engraving portrays a "Ritter des Ordens von der Distel" (Knight of the Order of the Thistle), the premier order of Scottish chivalry. The knight is depicted in a stately black robe adorned with the iconic insignia of the Thistle Order, including the collar chain featuring the Thistle emblem and the accompanying badge and star. The figure exudes grace and dignity, with the refined details of his attire highlighting the prestige of this ancient Scottish...

Knight of the Order of Christ in Portugal Engraving by Christian F. Schwan This exquisite hand-colored engraving depicts a Knight of the Order of Christ in Portugal, resplendent in ...

Antique Purple Jacob's Ladder, Golden Monkeyflower, and Red Kangaroo Paw Prints, 1796 This captivating collection features three antique botanical prints from 1796: Purple Jacob's L...

Wilhelm von Argenteuil: 1791 Hand-Colored Engraving of Templar Treasurer This exquisite hand-colored engraving, titled "Wilhelm von Argenteuil, Schatzmeister des Tempelherrn-Orden...

A very impressive and simple late 18th century linen cupboard or armoire of pleasing proportions and a good, authentic finish to the Mahogany, not too shiny or to distressed, retaining its original giltbronze mounts. This would work equally well as a bar cabinet of TV trunk...

Boats in this engraving are intended to represent Japanese ships, particularly ceremonial or diplomatic vessels from the Edo period—but as interpreted by European artists of the late...

Monk of the Order of Christ in Portugal - Historic 18th-Century Engraving This hand-colored engraving portrays a monk of the prestigious Order of Christ in Portugal, a Catholic ch...

Grand Master of the Order of St. Michael in Ceremonial Attire, 18th Century Engraving This hand-colored engraving depicts the Grand Master of the Order of St. Michael, adorned in ...

1791 Engraving of a Knight Templar in House Dress by Christian Friedrich Schwan This finely detailed engraving, titled "Ein Tempelherr im Hauskleide" (A Knight Templar in House Dr...

Hallmarked in London in 1790 by Thomas Pitts, this attractive, Antique, George III period, Sterling Silver Epergne, is in the Neoclassical style, standing on four ball and claw feet,...

Celestial table globe Charles-François Delamarche Paris, 1791 It measures: 17.13 in in height, Ø max 27.7 in; the sphere Ø 7.09 in (h 43.5 cm x Ø max 27.7 cm; the sphere Ø 18 cm). W...

Title: 1798 Engraving of Cave Entrance Where Maastricht Mosasaur was Discovered Description: This 1798 copperplate engraving with original hand-coloring is from Volume III of Johann...

A fabulous quality 18th Century inlaid mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, having a lovely figured top decorated with chequered inlay, four long graduated drawers below with finely e...

This is a delicate botanical illustration of a Pink Quill, also known as Tillandsia cyanea. The flower is depicted in its typical form with a soft pink hue, prominently displaying it...

"Ni asi la Distingue" is an original aquatint realized by Francisco Goya in 1799, from Los Caprichos series, Plate 7, first edition. Rare and in ...

Hogarth's 1756 England Satirical Print: A Patriotic Masterpiece, Published 1799 This image is a work by William Hogarth titled "England," part of his series "France and England," al...