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€125.00
Antique 1910s WWI trench art crucific
This remarkable crucifix dates from the First World War and was crafted from spent bullets and shell casings. It stands as a poignant reminder of the conflict and reflects the personal expressions that emerged from the hardships of war.
At the top there is a small brass plaque engraved with “Ypres,” the Belgian town that lay at the heart of the Western Front and was almost completely destroyed during the war due to years of heavy fighting and bombardments.
To cope with the relentless stress and monotony of trench warfare, soldiers often turned to creativity, transforming remnants of the battlefield into expressive handmade objects. Today known as trench art, these pieces were fashioned from discarded military materials such as shell casings, bullets, and other metal fragments. Working with only simple tools, soldiers relied on ingenuity and patience, giving each object a raw and deeply human character.
This unique artifact carries a strong historical presence and would make a striking addition to a World War I or military collection.
Despite being over a century old, the crucifix remains in good condition. Over time, it has developed an oxidised patina that enhances its historic character.
Measurements:
Height: 19.5 cm
Width: 7 cm
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€125.00
Antique early 1900s wood relief
This beautiful relief is hand carved from a single piece of oak and depicts a sea scene with two Viking ships and a seagull. The upper right corner bears the signature of the artist: R. Soyez.
It would make a wonderful addition to any cabinet of curiosities or rustic style interior.
After more than a century, the wood relief remains in good condition. Over the years it has developed a lovely patina, which only adds to its charm.
Measurements:
Width: 38 cm
Height: 19.5 cm
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€150.00
Antique early 1900s Swiss miniature carving of the Löwendenkmal monument.
This wooden sculpture depicts the famous Löwendenkmal, the monument of the dying lion located in the Swiss city of Lucerne. The original monument was created in 1820–1821 to commemorate the Swiss Guards who were killed in 1792 while defending King Louis XVI of France during the French Revolution.
The sculpture is weighted with lead, making it perfect for use as a paperweight.
This sculpture is a finely carved miniature version, made with the craftsmanship that the Alpine and Black Forest carving tradition became world famous for.
It would make the perfect addition to any Black Forest collection or cabinet of curiosities.
After more than a century, the sculpture remains in good condition and shows only minor signs of wear. Over the years it developed a nice patina which only adds more charm to it!
Measurements:
Width: 5.5 cm
Length: 12 cm
Height: 6 cm
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€175.00
Antique early 1900s lion’s tooth pendant
This antique polished lion’s canine tooth is set in a silver mount. The tooth originally came from South Africa and has been carefully mounted to be worn as a pendant.
It would make a unique piece to wear on a necklace or to display as part of a cabinet of curiosities.
After more than a century, the piece remains in good condition. Over the years, the silver mount has developed a beautiful natural patina that only enhances its antique character and charm.
Measurements:
Length: 6.5 cm
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Antique early 1900s charivari pendants
Traditionally, charivari charms like these were worn by Bavarian hunters as talismans believed to bring good fortune during the hunt. These small ornaments were often crafted from roe deer antler tips and attached to a hunting hat, bag, or watch chain. These unique pendants, however, are made from the lower front teeth of a chamois and two animal claws.
These pieces would make distinctive items of jewellery, still perfect to wear for good luck on a hunting trip, or as a fascinating addition to a cabinet of curiosities.
After more than a century, the pendants remain in good condition, showing light signs of age and wear consistent with their history. Over time, they have developed a beautiful natural patina that enhances their character and charm. One the front teeth in the chamois is missing.
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Length: 4 / 3.5 / 2.5 cm
Product code: #01989-26-C
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Vintage 50s oil painting of a fox
This beautiful painting on canvas depicts a forest scene with a fox and a quail. It comes in a classic wooden frame.
The painting would make a lovely addition to a traditional interior, a hunting lodge, or a cabinet of curiosities.
After more than 70 years, the painting shows signs of age and wear. Over time, both the frame and the canvas have developed a lovely patina that only adds to its charm.
Measurements:
Width: 55.5 cm
Heigth: 46 cm
Depth: 3 cm
Product code: #01991-26-L
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€150.00
Antique early 1900s Black Forest nutcracker
This beautiful piece of folk art was traditionally hand carved from hardwood in the Black Forest region of Germany or Switzerland. It is a fine example of local craftsmanship and is shaped like the head of a wild boar, designed to crack open walnuts when the mouth is pressed closed.
This unique piece would make the perfect addition to any Black Forest collection or cabinet of curiosities.
After more than a century, this piece remains in good condition, though it shows signs of age and use. Over the years it has developed a lovely patina that only adds to its charm. Sadly, the tips of the lower tusks have worn down over time.
The piece has been treated with antique wax to protect the surface and give it a subtle glossy finish.
Measurements:
Length: 21 cm
Width: 12 cm
Product code: #01977-26-C
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€150.00
Antique early 1900s Swiss herbarium press
This unique plant press consists of wooden covers that were hand carved in Aeschi, a Swiss town in the Black Forest region. The two wooden covers can be tightened together with leather straps, allowing plant specimens to be pressed and dried in between. The press still includes several old alpine plant specimens. The top cover is decorated with hand-carved edelweiss flowers and the name of the town where it was made.
This herbarium press would make a wonderful addition to any botanical collection or cabinet of curiosities.
After more than a century, the herbarium press remains in good condition. It has been treated with antique wax to protect the surface and give it a subtle glossy finish.
Measurements:
Length: 28 cm
Width: 18 cm
Depth: 4 cm
Product code: #01987-26-C
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€95.00
Antique early 1900s Swiss miniature carving of the Löwendenkmal monument.
This small wooden sculpture depicts the famous Löwendenkmal, the monument of the dying lion located in the Swiss city of Lucerne. The original monument was created in 1820–1821 to commemorate the Swiss Guards who were killed in 1792 while defending King Louis XVI of France during the French Revolution.
This sculpture is a finely carved miniature version, made with the craftsmanship that the Alpine and Black Forest carving tradition became world famous for.
It would make the perfect addition to any Black Forest collection or cabinet of curiosities.
After more than a century, the small sculpture remains in good condition and shows only minor signs of wear.
Measurements:
Width: 3.5 cm
Length: 10.5 cm
Height: 4.7 cm
Product code: #01988-26-C
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€295.00
Antique 20s tool chest
This unique tool chest was made in France in the 1920s. It features two smaller drawers and one larger drawer, offering ample space to store a variety of tools. All drawers are equipped with distinctive ring shaped brass handles.
It would make the perfect addition to a rugged or industrial-style interior.
After a century, the chest still remains in good condition, though it shows signs of age and use. Over the years, the varnish has developed a beautiful distressed patina that only adds to its charm. On the lower left corner, the protective metal corner piece is missing.
The chest has been treated with antique wax to protect the surface and give it a subtle glossy finish.
Measurements:
Length: 46 cm
Width: 23.5 cm
Heigth: 25.5 cm
Product code: #01963-26-X
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€145.00
Vintage 30s French leather tool bag
This authentic vintage tool bag was issued by the SNCF (Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français), the French national railway company, and was used by mechanics to carry their tools on the job. Crafted from thick, high-quality saddle leather, the bag features one spacious main compartment for tools or daily essentials. The front still bears the original SNCF stamp, deeply impressed into the leather.
Its utilitarian, no-nonsense design makes it a striking decorative piece, while remaining perfectly suitable for use as a distinctive everyday shoulder bag.
After nearly a century, the bag remains in solid, usable condition, showing signs of heavy use and age consistent with its working life. The leather has developed a beautifully worn patina that enhances its rugged, timeworn character.
To preserve the leather and enrich its appearance, the bag has been thoroughly cleaned with saddle soap and treated with natural grease and beeswax. The result is a supple, well-conditioned surface with a subtle protective sheen, ready to be displayed or put back into service once again.
Measurements:
Heigth: 24.5 cm
Width: 36.5 cm
Depth: 10 cm
Product code: #01952-26-A
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€95.00
Antique early 1900s tooth pendant
This antique polished canine tooth is set in a silver mount. Unfortunately, the exact species it originates from is unknown.
It would make a unique pendant to wear on a necklace.
After more than a century, the piece remains in good condition. Over the years, the silver mount has developed a beautiful natural patina, which only enhances its antique charm.
Measurements:
Length: 5.5 cm
Product code: #01962-26-C
