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€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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€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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Vintage 30s Austrian ice axe
This vintage ice axe was produced in the 1930s by Austrian mountaineer Alfred Horeschowsky, a well regarded maker of alpine equipment. The blade still bears the original maker’s stamp, a mark of its authenticity and heritage.
While once an essential tool for braving the mountains, today it stands as a remarkable piece of mountaineering history. It would make a striking decorative element in any interior, or a unique highlight in a collection of vintage sporting or alpine memorabilia.
After nearly a century, the axe remains in worn but solid condition. Years of use have given it a rugged, oxidized patina that enhances its historic character. To preserve its surface, the piece has been treated with antique wax, adding a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.
Measurements:
Length: 75 cm
Width: 31 cm
Product code: #01751-25-G
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€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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€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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€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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€95.00
Antique early 1900s bronze trinket dish
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.
Measurements:
Width: 11.5 cm
Product code: #01740-25-C
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€125.00
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.
Measeruments:
Length: 24 cm
Width: 12.5 cm
Product code: #01744-25-G
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Antique 19th Century French veterinary Fleam Knife
This rare medical instrument was crafted in the late 1800s by the French maker Veritable Choton. Fleam knives were once widely used by veterinarians for bloodletting cattle, a now obsolete practice once believed to “relieve stress on the heart” and cure various ailments.
Today, it serves as a fascinating relic of veterinary and medical history, offering a tangible glimpse into how healthcare practices once differed. It would make a remarkable addition to any medical collection, museum display, or cabinet of curiosities.
Despite being well over a century old, this fleam remains in good condition. It shows light wear consistent with age, and has developed a subtle oxidized patina over time, further enhancing its character and authenticity.
Measurements:
Length: 12.5 cm
Depth: 1.8 cm
Product code: #01745-25-G
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€60.00
Antique 30s sailors ashtray
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.
Measurements:
Width: 5 cm
Height: 3.3 cm
Product code: #01739-25-X
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Antique 20s brass letter opener
This unique brass letter opener was crafted in France in the 1920s. It features a finely detailed Art Nouveau design of a retriever’s head holding a caught duck. The intricate craftsmanship reflects the artistry and elegance of the period.
A wonderful piece of history, it would make an ideal gift for a hunter, an outdoors enthusiast, or a collector of antique desk accessories and curiosities.
Even after more than a century, the opener remains in good condition, showing only light signs of wear. Over time, it has developed a warm patina that enhances both its charm and authenticity.
Measurements:
Length: 27 cm
Width: 5.3 cm
Product code: #01735-25-G
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€125.00
Antique early 1900s vesta
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
Product code: #01741-25-G
