This exceptional forged iron sculpture was crafted by renowned German metalworker Hugo Berger, a master artisan who founded his first metal workshop in 1895. His intricate decorative ironwork gained worldwide recognition, making his pieces highly sought after.
Designed in the shape of a Viking drakkar ship, this ashtray features a built-in candle and cigarette holder. It rests on a custom-made wrought iron stand, enhancing its striking presence. The ship can be detached from the stand.
A true statement piece, this unique ashtray would make a captivating addition to any interior, collection, or display of fine craftsmanship.
Even after more than a century, the ashtray remains in excellent condition. Time and use have bestowed upon it a rich, oxidized patina that only enhances its character and historical charm. To preserve its surface, the piece has been carefully cleaned and treated with antique wax, providing a subtle protective layer and a refined, glossy finish.
Measurements:
Length: 23 cm
Height: 90 / 30 cm
Width: 15 cm
Diameter base: 21 cm
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
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
This trophy originates from Sweden and is professionally mounted. After years of hanging outside its skull and antlers acquired a beautiful weathered green patina which only adds more charm to it!
Because its original plaque was in very bad condition I crafted a custom new one for it out of oak wood.
It would be the perfect decor piece to display on the wall or above the fireplace!
The mount remains in worn condition; it shows signs of wear. Over the years it acquired a nice patina that only adds charm to its rustic character!
Measurements:
Width: 93 cm
Heigth: 70 cm
Depth: 33 cm
Antique early 1900’s black forest desk accosseries
These unique pieces of folk art were made in the Black Forest area of Germany or Switserland.
They’re great examples of the craftsmanship the area got famous for and show beautiful details. They’re all crafted out of piece of red deer-, fallow deer- and roe deer antlers.
The set includes:
– an inkwell with pen holder
– a roe antler handle letter opener
– a marble paper weight with stag handle
– a wooden picture frame with stag decorations
– an ink blobber
The set would be the perfect addition to display on your desk or in your cabinet of curiosities!
After more than a century the set still remains in good condition but shows signs of wear.
Over the years all pieces acquired a nice patina which only adds more charm to them.
Sadly the two porselein ink jars broke but have been glued back together.
The bottom of the horn handle of the letter opener shows a little damage as well.
This unique ashtray was crafted by hand out of a 1944′ British brass artillery shell. It’s decorated with a national Dutch lion.
To escape the daily stress during the Second World War, both soldiers and civilians would distract themselves through the production of art. Appropriately named “Trench art”, they would express their feelings by hand crafting sculptures and other decorative items by repurposing materials that were available to them; such as bullets, shell casings and ammunition boxes. Limited in both these materials, and tools, soldier had to be very resourceful, which gives the artform its rough and naive character.
This special piece can still be used but would also make the perfect addition to any WWII collection!
After more than a century the ashtray remains in worn condition. Over the years it acquired a beautiful oxidized patina that only adds to its rough charm! It has been treated with antique wax to give the surface a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.
Vintage European badger taxidermy mount – ‘Meles meles’
This beautiful animal was a victim of a roadkill. After it was found dead it has professionally been mounted by a famous Dutch taxidermist. He did a very good job as the badger is mounted in very accurate, natural looking proportions and position.
This chap derserves a nice home where it will be admired and loved. It would probably fit perfectly into a cabin, lodge or cabinet of curiosities!
The badger remains in good condition. It’s hair still feels soft and doesn’t show bald spots.
Vintage European badger taxidermy mount – ‘Meles meles’
This beautiful animal was a victim of a roadkill. After it was found dead it has professionally been mounted by a Dutch taxidermist. He did a very good job as the badger is mounted in very accurate, natural looking proportions and position. It was mounted in a leaning position on a heavy driftwood base.
This chap derserves a nice home where it will be admired and loved. It would probably fit perfectly into a cabin, lodge or cabinet of curiosities!
The badger remains in good condition. It’s hair still feels soft and doesn’t show bald spots.
Measurements:
Heigth: 66 cm
Width: 38 cm
Length: 60 cm
Antique early 1900’s Black Forest folk art bear carving
This tiny bear figure 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.
This bear carving would be the perfect addition to display in your collection or cabinet of curiosities!
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!
One of the 4 feet broke in half and has been glued back together.
Measurements:
Heigth: 6.5 cm
Width: 4.5 cm
Length: 10.5 cm
This unique piece of folk art was traditionally hand carved out of hard wood in the Black forest area in Germany or Switserland. It’s a fine example of the great craftsmanship the area got famous for and shows beautiful details. The wooden bear wears a pack that can be used to hold a match box. A brass bowl on the side can be used as an ashtray.
This ashtray would be the perfect piece to display on your desk, in your collection or cabinet of curiosities!
It can still be used as an ashtray, but also as an trinket dish.
After more than a century the ashtray still remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of wear.
Over time it acquired a subtle patina which only adds more charm to it.
Measurements:
Heigth: 10.5 cm
Width: 12 cm
Length: 10 cm
