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€125.00
Antique 1908′ copy of Life of Charles Darwin
This autobiographical book was edited by his son Francis Darwin and was published in 1908 by John Murray in London.
It features a beautiful Art Nouveau style binding.
It would be the perfect addition to any library or cabinet of curiosities!
After more than a century the book remains in used condition and shows a small tear in its spine.
It also shows a small ink stain on the back cover.
Measurements:
Length: 20 cm
Width: 14 cm
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Vintage 20’s map of Denmark & Iceland
This map was designed in 1926 by the Dutch artist of R. Bos and was published by Noordhoff in the city of Groningen.
With a true-to-nature theme this map shows the variation in altitude of Denmark and Iceland.
It also shows minimal geographic markings and an inscription in Dutch.
It would be the perfect decor piece to any vintage style interior!
After almost a century the chart still remains in good condition but shows signs of wear and use.
Measurements:
Heigth: 66 cm (70 cm)
Width: 81 cm (88 cm)
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Antique 1901′ copy of Charles Darwins Origin of Species
Originally published in 1859 this famous book describes the evolution theory and changed the perspective of the world!
This copy was published in 1901 by Ward Lock & Co in London, New York and Melbourne.
It features a beautiful classic style linen binding and shows multiple illustrations.
It would be the perfect addition to any library or cabinet of curiosities!
After more than a century the book remains in used condition and shows a stain on its spine.
Measurements:
Length: 20 cm
Width: 13 cm
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€175.00
Vintage 30’s James Dixon hip flask
Bottles like this one were traditionally brought on hunts so the thirsty hunter could take a quick sip of whisky every now and then.
This hip flask was made by James Dixon & Sons in the English city of Sheffield.
It features a silver and leather covering.
This piece would still come in handy on a hunting or hiking trip but would also be the perfect addition to any cabin decor or collection!
After almost a century this flask remains in used condition. Due to years of use it acquired a nice patina that only adds to its character in my opinion!
Measurements:
Length: 12.5 cm
Width: 8 cm
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Vintage 30’s German Hip Flask
Little bottles like these were traditionally brought on hunts so the thirsty hunter could take a quick sip of whisky every now and then.
It was made by F. H. Haupt in the German city of Hamburg.
The flask was decorated with a protective leather covering!
This piece would still come in handy on a hunting or hiking trip but would also be the perfect addition to any cabin decor or collection!
After almost a century the flask still remains in good condition but shows signs of wear and use.
Measurements:
Length: 16 cm
Width: 8 cm
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€95.00
Antique early 1900’s Black Forest folk art mountaineer figure
This antique 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 carving would be the perfect addition to decorate your desk with, or to put on a shelve shelf in your cabin!
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!
Measurements:
Heigth: 19.5 cm
Width: 7 cm
Length: 6 cm
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€125.00
Antique 30’s blue duiker skull mount – ‘Philantomba monticola’
This species of small antelope lives in Africa. This small trophy mount was brought to Europe as a colonial curiosity!
The skull was mounted on a wooden stand that can also be hung horizontally.
This unique piece would a cool addition to a taxidermy collection of cabinet of curiosities!
After almost a century the mount still remains in good condition but shows some wear.
Measurements:
Height: 12.5 cm
Length skull: 13 cm
Diameter stand: 15.5 cm
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Vintage Early 1900’s silver James Dixon hip flask
Bottles like this one were traditionally brought on hunts so the thirsty hunter could take a quick sip of whisky every now and then.
This hip flask was made by James Dixon & Sons in the English city of Sheffield.
Its silver plated and was marked with the name of its original owner ‘J.Johns’.
This piece would still come in handy on a hunting or hiking trip but would also be the perfect addition to any cabin decor or collection!
After almost a century this flask remains in used condition. Due to years of use it acquired a nice patina that only adds to its character in my opinion!
Measurements:
Length: 17 cm
Width: 9.5 cm
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Antique 30’s English glass Hip Flask
Little bottles like these were traditionally brought on hunts so the thirsty hunter could take a quick sip of whisky every now and then.
The glass bottles features a beautiful design and was made in England.
This piece would still come in handy on a hunting or hiking trip but would also be the perfect addition to any cabin decor or collection!
After almost a century this flask still remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of wear.
Measurements:
Length: 14 cm
Width: 7 cm
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Antique 1910’s Belgian army compass
Compasses like this one were issued by the Belgian army to their officers during the first world war.
On one side the compass features a transit stud that can lock the needle.
This would still be a handy piece to take with you on hikes, to display as small decor or to make into an unique necklace!
The compass is in a good, functional condition.
Due to use and time it’s brass case shows a lovely oxidized patina.
It’s still functional and points north easily!
It measures 55 mm in diameter
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Vintage 30’s French brass cased pocket compass with folding cover
On one side the compass features a transit stud that can lock the needle.
Cool to take with you on hikes, to display as small decor or to make into an unique necklace!
The compass is in a good, functional condition.
Due to use and time it’s brass case shows a lovely oxidized patina.
It’s still functional and points north easily!
It measures 47 mm in diameter
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Antique 30’s mountaineering crampons
These early glacier cleats were used by mountaineers so the spikes would prevent them from slipping as they wore them underneath their shoes.
They were hand forged by the company of Fritsch & co in the Swiss city of Zurich.
This antique pair would make unique decor pieces to hang on the wall of your cabin or lodge!
After almost a century the crampons still remain in good condition.
They have been treated with antique wax to give the surface a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.
Size 43.2
Measurements:
Length: 28.5 cm
Width: 12 cm
