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.
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.
Antique 19th century French folk art butcher cleaver
This rare hand-forged butcher’s cleaver is a true piece of folk art, uniquely shaped like a fox. It features a solid steel handle.
Whether displayed in a kitchen, restaurant, hunting lodge, or country cottage, this piece is sure to catch the eye and spark conversation.
Despite its age, the cleaver remains in good condition and retains its structural integrity. It shows signs of wear consistent with use and time, and has developed a rich, aged patina that only enhances its rustic charm and character.
This rare silver-plated match safe, crafted in France during the 1920s, was designed to securely carry matches in one’s pocket. It showcases a finely detailed Art Nouveau design depicting hunting dogs and peasants, reflecting the period’s characteristic elegance and craftsmanship.
A wonderful piece of history, it would make the perfect gift for a hunter, an outdoors enthusiast, or a collector of antique smoking accessories and curiosities.
Even after more than a century, the vesta remains in good condition, with only light signs of wear. Over the years it has developed a rich patina, enhancing its charm and authenticity.
Measurements:
Heigth: 5.5 cm
Width: 4,5 cm
Depth: 1.3 cm
This charming walking stick tells its own story! Handcrafted in Switzerland during the 1930s, it is decorated with four souvenir badges representing the places it has traveled, along with one depicting a protective saint. Each detail reflects the journeys and traditions of a bygone era.
The cane can still be used as a stylish and sturdy walking stick, but it would also make a striking addition to any collection, mountain lodge, or cabin décor.
Despite its age, the piece remains in very good condition with only minor signs of use. Over the decades, the wood has developed a beautiful patina that enhances its character and authenticity, making it a true relic of Alpine history.
This instrument is a fine example of mid-century craftsmanship. It comes in its original hard case, lined with vibrant orange felt, and includes the original key, a turtle shell plectrum, and a wing nut for tensioning the skin.
A truly decorative piece of musical history — perfect for adding character to your lodge, cabin, or eclectic interior.
The banjolin shows signs of wear consistent with age and use, which add to its authentic vintage appeal. It has been gently cleaned and treated with antique wax to preserve the surface and enhance its natural patina.
Aside from this minimal care, I chose to leave the instrument in its original condition, allowing the next owner to either enjoy it as-is or restore it further according to their preference.
Please note: the hinges on the hard case are somewhat delicate due to age.
Measurements:
banjolin length: 55 cm
Neck length: 37 cm
banjolin width: 19 cm
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.
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
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 unique nutcracker is shaped like a crocodile and can crack nuts by closing its mouth.
It’s made of brass, pressumably in England in the 1920’s.
It would be the perfect decor piece to add to your collection or cabinet of curiosities!
After a century the nutcracker still remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of use.
Over the years it acquired a nice patina which only adds more charm to it.
