This rare and characterful can opener was crafted in England at the beginning of the 20th century. Designed in the shape of a bull’s head and fitted with a smooth wooden handle, it reflects the ingenuity and charm of early kitchen tools.
More than just a practical object, this piece makes a wonderful decorative item—perfect for a rustic kitchen display, a collector’s shelf, or a cabinet of curiosities.
Despite its age, the opener remains in good condition. Years of use have given it a beautiful, time-worn patina that enhances its antique appeal. It has been carefully treated with antique wax to preserve the surface and provide a gentle, protective sheen.
This authentic set of early 20th-century leatherworking tools was used for hand-stitching and sewing leather — a true piece of craftsmanship history. It includes a decorated cow horn filled with greased needles, two awls, and two leather sewing palms, one of which bears the label Shrimpton & Sons – Redditch.
This set would make a perfect gift for any leather artisan, or a unique addition to a collection of antiques and curiosities.
More than a century later, all items remain in used but solid condition. Each piece has developed a beautiful aged patina, enhancing its character and vintage appeal. The tools have been carefully treated with antique wax to preserve the materials and give them a subtle, protective sheen.
This remarkable antique pocketbook dates back to the early 19th century and bears the inscription ‘Lucas Van Lammeren Koopman in Turf 1817’ in elegant gilded letters — which translates to ‘Lucas Van Lammeren, Salesman in Peat’.
It offers a rare glimpse into everyday commerce of the time and is a true testament to early Dutch craftsmanship. With its historical context and personalized marking, this piece is undoubtedly museum-worthy and would make a striking addition to any collection of relics or antique personal items.
Despite being over 200 years old, the pocketbook remains in good condition, showing honest signs of age and use. The natural patina it developed over time only enhances its authenticity and charm.
This antique porte pipes was designed by Corneau Frères and cast by the renowned foundry Pyrogène in Charleville. It features an elegant Art Nouveau design with flowing, organic lines and a beautifully sculpted gecko at its center. The stand is equipped with 11 pipe holders and a central compartment designed to hold a matchbox.
A true collector’s piece, it would make a unique and functional addition to any smoking lounge or antique collection.
Even after more than a century, the pipe holder remains in good condition, though it shows expected signs of age and wear. Over time, it has developed a rich patina that enhances its character and historical charm. The surface has been carefully treated with antique wax, giving it a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.
This vintage advertising sign promotes Groenendael beer and features a proud Groenendaeler shepherd dog at its center — a striking image that makes it highly decorative and eye-catching.
It would be the perfect piece to display in a pub, restaurant or man cave, adding a touch of rustic Belgian charm to any interior.
After nearly a century, the sign shows signs of wear consistent with age, including surface marks and a beautifully aged, oxidized patina that enhances its character. Remarkably, it still retains its original cardboard back plate.
The surface has been carefully treated with varnish, providing a protective outer layer and a subtle glossy finish to preserve its look for years to come.
This rare and evocative hunting trophy dates back to the early 20th century and originates from colonial Congo. Brought to Belgium as an exotic curiosity, the nyala skull is mounted on a classic wooden trophy plaque—an excellent example of period taxidermy and colonial-era collecting practices.
A striking and conversation-worthy addition to any taxidermy collection, natural history display, or cabinet of curiosities, this piece embodies both historical depth and timeless aesthetic appeal.
Despite its age, the skull mount remains in good condition. It shows natural signs of wear and aging, and has developed a beautiful patina that only enhances its antique character.
Measurements: Height: 50 cm Width: 30 cm Depth: 27.5 cm
The knife fearures a folding blade and oak handle with a characteristic anchor worked into it.
After almost a century the knife is in used condition and shows signs of wear. Its blade is wobbly and has been sharpened so many times it has slowly worn smaller. After some sharpening it can still be used.
Length with blade folded in: 9 cm
Length with blade folded open: 16 cm
Large vintage oil plainting of a native Canadian Settlement
The painting shows a lovely winter scene with snow, some wooden buildings, two sled dogs and a sled.
The low right corner is signed and dated by its Dutch artist: F. Klaasen – 1984.
It would be the perfect piece to display in your cabin, lodge or rustic style interior!
After more than 40 years the painting still remains in good condition but shows minor signs of wear
Measurements:
Width: 80.5 cm / 88.5 cm
Heigth: 60 cm / 68 cm
This cleaver was made in Belgium and has been used for butchering and cutting meat by a butcher.
It still shows the manufacturers traders mark on the blade.
It would be the perfect decor piece to display on the wall of your kitchen or restaurant!
After more than a century the cleaver is in used condition.
Over the years it acquired a lovely rustic patina which only adds more charm to it!
It is treated with antique wax to give its surface a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.
This vintage globe was made in France in the 1930’s.
It would look great decorating your desk or shelve!
After almost a century the globe shows signs of wear. Over the years it acquired a nice patina which only adds more charm to it. It shows a small dent in the middle of the Pacific ocean.
Measurements:
Height: 31 cm
Diameter: 19 cm
Diameter base: 13 cm
This prosthetic leg has actually been worn and made it possible for its wearer to walk again after losing his, or her leg.
It’s an unique oddity that would be the perfect addition to any medical collection or cabinet of curiosities!
After 80 years the prosthesis still remains in good condition but shows signs of wear and time.
Over the years it acquired a nice patina which only adds more charm to it!
The prosthesis is treated with antique wax to give its surface a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish. All leather parts have been cleaned and treated with leather grease.
Measurements:
Length leg: 73 cm
Length foot: 27 cm
