This heavy duty flight jacket was first introduced in 1943 by the US Air Force and issued to their flight crews during the war. It was the last sheepskin flying jacket they would make, replacing the iconic B3 jacket.
It features a timeless, rugged design with double front pockets, extra patched sleeves and large sheepskin collar and lining to withstand the freezing tempratures of high altitudes!
Although due to its current condition it might not be wearable anymore it would still make an awesome decor piece or collectable for any WWII or USAAF enthousiast!
After 80 years and surviving the harsh conditions of the war this jacket remains in a distressed condition.
The outer sheep leather shows mutiple rips and a distressed patina it acquired due to wear and time.
Except of minimal treatment I decided to leave the jacket in its original condition and leave it up to the next owner to either keep it that way or fully restore it. After some love it might be wearable again!
Measurements:
Chest width: 54 cm
Shoulder width: 49 cm
Back length: 65 cm
On the side the compass is equipped with a transit stud for locking the needle.
The compass is in a good, functional condition.
It’s brass case shows a slight oxidized patina and wear due to use & time.
It’s still functional and points north easily!
Cool to take with you on a hike, to display as small decor or to make into an unique necklace!
This early glacier cleat was once part of a pair and was used by mountaineers so the spikes would prevent them from slipping as they wore them underneath their shoes.
It was hand forged in the 1800’s in the Alps.
This antique crampon would make unique decor pieces to hang on the wall of your cabin or lodge!
After more than a century the crampon still remains in good condition.
Is has been treated with antique wax to give the surface a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.
Antique early 1900’s Black Forest folk art buste of an old beaded man
This antique buste was traditionally hand carved out of one single piece of wood in the Black forest area in Germany and Switserland. It’s a fine example of the great craftsmanship the area got famous for and shows beautiful details like the man’s long beard and the tobacco pipe he is smoking!
This buste would be the perfect addition to decorate your desk with, or to put on a shelve shelf in your cabin!
After more than a century the wood carving shows minor signs of wear.
In my eyes the patina it acquired due to time only adds to it’s charm!
Measurements:
Heigth: 17 cm
Width: 12 cm
Length: 10 cm
Antique early 1900’s Black Forest folk art bear ashtray
This antique ashtray, featuring a basket carrying and pipe smoking bear figure, was traditionally hand carved out of hard wood in the Black forest area in the Swiss city of Interlagen. It’s a fine example of the great craftsmanship the area got famous for and shows beautiful details and features small glass eyes. It was originally made as an ashtray with the basket of the bear as a match holder but could also be used as a trinket dish and pen holder!
This ashtray would be the perfect addition to decorate your desk, or shelf in your cabin with!
After more than a century the wooden carving shows minor signs of wear.
In my eyes the patina it acquired due to time only adds to it’s charm!
Measurements:
Heigth: 18.5 cm
Width: 20 cm
Length: 7 cm
Little bottles like these were traditionally brought on hunts so the thirsty hunter could take a quick sip of whisky every now and then.
This flask was made in Sheffield – England, a city famous for pewter giftware!
It was decorated with a protective pewter and leather covering.
This piece would still come in handy on a hunting or hiking trip but would also be the perfect addition to any cabin decor or collection!
After almost a century this flask still remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of wear.
Antique 19th Century haut relief of a hunting scene
This antique relief was carved into cream coloured alabaster and shows a detailed hunting scene with four man on horseback accompanied by a hunting dog chasing a wild boar.
It’s a fine example of true craftsmanship and was made with great details and proportions!
This piece would make an unique decor piece to hang on your wall or display on a shelve or in a cabinet!
After more than a century the piece still remains in good condition but shows signs of wear and time.
This beautiful piece shows an idillic Dutch winter scene and was painted on a wooden panel in the early 20th century.
It was signed by the Dutch artist saying ‘Sjoerd’.
The golden frame was added later and isn’t as old as the painting itself.
This piece would be the perfect addition to the interior of your cabin or lodge!
After more than a century the painting still remains in great condition and almost doesn’t show any signs of use.
Measurements:
Height: 35 cm
(without frame: 24 cm)
Width: 41 cm
(without frame: 30 cm
Depth: 4 cm
The design of this unique inkwell is shaped like a coat of arms and is characterized by the roaring lion that was worked into it!
It features two removable ink pots with covers and two antler shaped pen holders!
This inkwell would be the ultimate accessory to decorate your desk with!
After more than a century the inkwell shows signs of use and wear.
In my eyes the patina it acquired due to time and use only adds to it’s charm!
This unique inkwell was made by Frecourt in France in the 1920’s and has a typical Art Deco design.
It was designed in the shape of an eagle’s head that can be hinged open and fit a small ink bottle inside.
It also features a nicely colored marble base.
This inkwell would be the ultimate accessory to put on your desk!
After more than a century the inkwell shows signs of use and wear.
In my eyes the patina it acquired due to time and use only adds to it’s charm!
Measurements:
Heigth: 12 cm
Width: 9 cm
Length: 15 cm
The realistic portrait was skillfully drawn with graphite and shows a gentleman with an imposing moustache.
The man’s stately appearance and stern look give this drawing it’s characteristic charm.
It was framed by the L.F. Reeker Frame & Mirror Factory in Amsterdam.
This portrait would be the perfect decor piece to any gentleman’s room/shop or barber shop!
After almost a century the portrait still remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of wear.
This small mask was hand carved out of wood and seems to be inspired by fairytales as it shows the creepy facial expression of a mythical creature or gnome!
This sculpture is a perfect example of old school, traditional Schwartzwalder craftmanship and features some fine details and characteristics!
It’s an unique and very decorative piece that would be the perfect addition to any cabin, collection or cabinet of curiosities!
After more than a century the piece still remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of use and wear.
