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Antique 20s Art Nouveau Pyrogene Pipe Holder
€150.00
Antique 20s Pyrogene pipe holder

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.

After more than a century, this pipe holder shows signs of use consistent with its age. Over the years, it has developed a beautiful patina that enhances its character and charm. One of the side ornaments was broken at some point and has been carefully reattached.
The surface has been gently treated with antique wax, providing a protective layer and a subtle, elegant sheen.

Measurements:
Width: 45 cm
Height: 22 cm

Product code: #01773-25-X

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Antique 19th Century Carved Wooden Head
€85.00
Antique 19th century folk art wooden head

This antique wooden bust was hand-carved in France in the 1800s and depicts a bearded man. The sculpture is designed to be wall mounted.

It would make a wonderful addition to any folk art collection or cabinet of curiosities.

Even after more than a century, the piece remains in good condition. Over the years, it has developed a beautiful patina that enhances its charm and authenticity. It has been treated with antique wax to protect the surface and give it a subtle, warm sheen.

Measurements:
Height: 13.5 cm
Width: 10 cm
Depth: 8 cm

Product code: #01788-25-C

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Antique 30s Chad Valley Co Tin Globe
€95.00
Antique 1920s Chad Valley Co Ltd tin globe

This charming vintage globe was produced in England by Chad Valley Co Ltd during the 1930s, yet it was published entirely in French.

Perfect as a decorative accent for your desk, bookshelf, or cabinet of curiosities, this globe carries with it nearly a century of history. Over time, the tin surface has developed an oxidized patina that enhances its rustic character and antique appeal.

To preserve and highlight its beauty, the globe has been carefully treated with antique wax, leaving a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.

Measurements:
Height: 21 cm
Diameter: 11 cm

Product code: #01762-25-C

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Antique 19th Century Folk Art Inkwell

Antique 19th century inkwell

This unusual inkwell dates back to the 1800s and was skillfully crafted from genuine roe deer antlers and wild boar tusks. A fine example of 19th century folk art, it reflects both creativity and craftsmanship of the period.

It would make a striking decorative piece on a desk or a fascinating addition to any cabinet of curiosities.

After more than a century, the inkwell is in used condition. Some parts of the boar tusks broke off over time and were later glued back on, though small pieces remain missing. The surface has developed a beautiful patina through age and use, enhancing its character and antique charm.

Measurements:
Width: 35 cm
Depth: 22 cm
Heigth: 21.5 cm

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Antique 19th century Chamois Pipes
€195.00
Antique 19th century folk art tobacco pipes

These remarkable pipes were crafted in Switzerland around 1880. Made from genuine alpine chamois horns and hooves, and lined with skin, they are striking examples of folk art and traditional craftsmanship.

They would make an excellent addition to any pipe collection or a true curiosity for a cabinet of wonders.

After more than a century, the pipes are in used condition with visible signs of age and wear. One pipe is missing the small top ring on the horn bowl.

Measurements;
Length: 13.5 / 12.5 / 11.5 cm

Product code: #01778-25-C

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Antique 1917 WWI Trench Art Artillery Shell
€195.00
Antique 1917 WWI trench art shell

This artillery shell casing is remarkable not only because it dates back to the First World War, but also because it symbolizes its triumphant outcome. Like many soldiers who sought distraction from the monotony and horrors of trench life, this casing was most likely hand-engraved by a French soldier. The scene depicts a fighting rooster—the national emblem of France—standing victorious over a fallen eagle, representing Germany. Adding to its historical irony, the artwork was crafted on an enemy German shell casing, still clearly marked on the base with “MARZ – 1917.”

To escape the relentless stress and boredom of trench warfare, soldiers often turned to creativity, repurposing the remnants of battle into art. Known today as trench art, these pieces were handmade sculptures and decorative objects fashioned from whatever materials were at hand—spent bullets, shell casings, or ammunition boxes. With limited tools and supplies, soldiers had to rely on ingenuity, which gives trench art its raw, authentic, and deeply human character.

This unique piece carries with it a powerful story from history and would make a striking centerpiece in any World War I or military collection.

Even after more than a century, the shell has remained in good condition. Over the years it has developed a beautiful oxidized patina, adding to its historic charm. To preserve it, the surface has been treated with antique wax, giving it both protection and a subtle glossy finish.

Measurements:
Length: 23 cm
Diameter: 9 cm

Product code: #01775-25-C

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Antique 19th Century Copper Weathervane
€350.00
Antique 19th century copper weathervane

This charming antique weathervane once crowned the roof of a 19th century farmhouse in the Dutch province of Frisia. Hand wrought from copper in a naive folk art style, it reflects the skill and simplicity of rural craftsmanship from the period.

Beyond its original purpose, the piece now stands as a decorative relic of agricultural life. It would make a striking addition to a rustic interior, a garden display, or even a cabinet of curiosities.

After more than a century, the weathervane remains in worn but stable condition. Over time, it has developed a rich oxidized patina that enhances its authenticity and visual appeal.

Measurements:
Width: 40 cm
Heigth: 40 cm

Product code: #01766-25-C

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Antique 19th Century Folk Art Nutcracker
€95.00
Antique 19th century French nutcracker

This finely carved wooden nutcracker, crafted in France in the late 1800s, is a charming example of traditional folk art. Hand carved from hardwood, it depicts a grumpy man whose mouth closes to crack open walnuts. The piece is full of character, with carefully detailed facial features and a distinctive hat.

Such objects were once common household tools, yet today they stand as fascinating reminders of local craftsmanship and rural life. This unique nutcracker would make a wonderful addition to any folk art collection, a cabinet of curiosities, or as a decorative conversation piece.

Despite being over a century old, the nutcracker remains in good overall condition. It has developed a warm, aged patina that enhances its rustic charm. There is some old damage visible on both sides of the hat, but this does little to detract from its display value. To preserve the surface, the piece has been treated with antique wax, giving it a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.

Measurements:
Length: 21 cm
Width: 5 cm
Depth: 5 cm

Product code: #01772-25-C

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Antique 20s Bronze Hunting Ashtray
€95.00
Antique early 1900s bronze trinket dish

This antique bronze dish showcases a striking Art Nouveau design featuring an fox with its prey – a duck – and portrait of hunting dogs in every corner!

It would make a wonderful addition to a cabinet of curiosities, but it can just as easily serve as a stylish ashtray or decorative catchall.

Despite being over a century old, the piece remains in good condition. Over time it has developed a rich, natural patina that enhances its charm and authenticity.

Measurements:
Width: 13.5 cm

Product code: #01742-25-C

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Antique 19th Century Silver Plated Bottle Stopper
€150.00
Antique 19th century silver plated bottle stopper

This rare and unusual bottle stopper is silver plated and beautifully shaped to resemble a red deer head on a base made out of real antler. A fine example of 19th century silversmithing, it combines both functionality and artistry.

It would make a striking addition to any wine or spirits collection, a perfect conversation piece for a bar setting, or a unique highlight in a cabinet of curiosities.

Despite being over a century old, the stopper remains in good condition. Over the years it has developed a warm, natural patina that enhances both its charm and authenticity.

Measurements:
Length: 7.5 cm
Width: 7 cm

Product code: #01749-25-C

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Antique 19th Century Bronze Medallion
€85.00
Antique 19th century bronze medallion

This finely crafted bronze medallion features a detailed en-profile portrait of Léon Gambetta, one of the key founders of the Third French Republic.

Highly decorative, it would make a striking display piece on a wall, in a collection of political memorabilia, or in a cabinet of curiosities.

Despite being over a century old, the medallion remains in good condition. Over time, it has developed a rich oxidized patina that enhances its historic character and authentic charm.

Measurements:
Width: 7.3 cm
Depth: 1.5 cm

Product code: #01743-25-C

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Antique 19th Century Silver Bottle Stopper
€195.00
Antique 19th century silver bottle stopper

This rare and unusual bottle stopper is crafted from 835 silver and beautifully shaped to resemble roe deer antlers. A fine example of 19th century silversmithing, it combines both functionality and artistry.

It would make a striking addition to any wine or spirits collection, a perfect conversation piece for a bar setting, or a unique highlight in a cabinet of curiosities.

Despite being over a century old, the stopper remains in good condition. Over the years it has developed a warm, natural patina that enhances both its charm and authenticity.

Measurements:
Length: 10.5 cm
Width: 4 cm

Product code: #01748-25-C

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