This unique tool chest was made in France in the 1920s. It features two smaller drawers and one larger drawer, offering ample space to store a variety of tools. All drawers are equipped with distinctive ring shaped brass handles.
It would make the perfect addition to a rugged or industrial-style interior.
After a century, the chest still remains in good condition, though it shows signs of age and use. Over the years, the varnish has developed a beautiful distressed patina that only adds to its charm. On the lower left corner, the protective metal corner piece is missing.
The chest has been treated with antique wax to protect the surface and give it a subtle glossy finish.
Measurements:
Length: 46 cm
Width: 23.5 cm
Heigth: 25.5 cm
This charming haberdashery cabinet was made in France in the 1930s by Thiriez & Cartier-Bresson, a well known manufacturer of sewing thread and textile goods. It features three drawers, originally intended for storing spools of thread, reflecting its practical commercial use.
Compact and characterful, it offers both a functional way to store small items and an attractive decorative accent for an interior. It would suit a sewing room, atelier, kitchen, or cabinet of curiosities alike.
After almost a century, the cabinet remains in good condition and shows signs of age and use consistent with its history. Over time, it has developed a natural patina that enhances its charm and authenticity. The surface has been treated with antique wax, providing a protective layer and a subtle sheen.
Measurements:
Width: 31.5 cm
Height: 17.5 cm
Length: 36 cm
This authentic French brass trinket dish dates from the 1920s and features an elegant relief depicting a boar, finely detailed and full of character.
Originally intended as a small decorative dish, it now lends itself beautifully as a cabinet of curiosities object, ashtray, or stylish catchall for small valuables.
Despite being nearly a century old, the dish remains in good vintage condition. Over time, it has developed a rich, natural patina that enhances its authenticity and visual appeal without detracting from the refined details of the design.
This authentic French brass trinket dish dates from the 1930s and features an elegant relief depicting a fox, finely detailed and full of character.
Originally intended as a small decorative dish, it now lends itself beautifully as a cabinet of curiosities object, ashtray, or stylish catchall for small valuables.
Despite being nearly a century old, the dish remains in good vintage condition. Over time, it has developed a rich, natural patina that enhances its authenticity and visual appeal without detracting from the refined details of the design.
This antique wooden music box was made in Spain in the 1930s. Its lid is decorated with beautiful leather and brass inlay depicting a roe deer buck and doe. The original music mechanism remains in working condition and is operated by winding the key underneath the box.
It would make a perfect addition to any cabinet of curiosities, antique collection, or authentically styled interior.
After almost a century, the music box remains in good condition. Over the years it has developed a lovely patina that only adds to its charm. It has been treated with antique wax, providing a protective layer and a subtle glossy sheen.
Measurements:
Width: 20.5 cm
Height: 12.5 cm
Depth: 7 cm
This authentic French trinket dish dates from the 1920s and features a striking Art Nouveau relief depicting two hunting dogs.
Originally intended as a small decorative dish, it now works beautifully as a cabinet of curiosities object, an ashtray, or a stylish catchall for small valuables.
Despite being over a century old, the dish remains in good condition. Over time, it has developed a deep, natural patina that enhances its authenticity and visual appeal without detracting from the fine details of the design.
This authentic French trinket dish dates to the 1920s and features a striking Art Nouveau relief depicting a large steamship at sea. The flowing lines and maritime subject give the piece a strong period character and unmistakable early 20th-century charm.
Originally intended as a small decorative dish, it works beautifully today as a cabinet-of-curiosities object, ashtray, or stylish catchall for small valuables.
Despite its age of over a century, the dish remains in good condition. It has developed a deep, natural patina over time, adding to its authenticity and visual appeal without detracting from the details of the design.
This antique bronze trinket dish features a striking mountaineering-themed design, depicting a detailed boot adorned with a traditional alpine hat, ice axe, and edelweiss. The underside is marked “Clus – 1917.”
It would make a wonderful addition to any cabinet of curiosities, but could 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 both its charm and authenticity.
This antique bronze dish showcases a striking Art Nouveau design featuring an eagle with its prey, a hare.
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.
This charming brass ashtray dates back to the 1930s and is designed in a convenient pocket size, making it perfect for travel. It features a copper lid decorated with a classic anchor, giving it a distinctly nautical character.
Whether as a thoughtful gift for a smoker or a fine addition to a maritime collection, this piece is sure to impress.
After nearly a century, the ashtray remains in good condition. Over the years it has developed a rich, oxidized patina that enhances its vintage charm and authenticity.
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 trunk was manufactured in the early 1900s by Dread Naught Virginia Trunk & Co in Petersburg, USA.
Its sturdy, compact design unfolds to reveal extendable clothing rails with hangers and a bottom compartment on one side, while the other side features built-in drawers. This design made it ideal for storing clothing and other belongings while traveling. Trunks like these were commonly used by passengers on ships, carriages, and trains throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries.
The trunk still bears multiple destination stickers, including one from the Holland-America Line featuring a large sailing ship. Additionally, the original owner’s initials are painted on one side.
While this piece is still functional for travel, it also makes a unique furniture statement—perfect for storing your wardrobe or even repurposing as a nightstand!
After nearly a century of journeys across the world, the trunk shows signs of use and wear. However, its beautifully aged patina only adds to its charm. To preserve and enhance its character, the surface has been treated with antique wax, providing a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.
Measurements
Length: 102 cm
Width: 56 cm
Height: 54 cm
