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Vintage 60s French leather postal bag
This sturdy and timeless leather satchel was originally issued to French postal workers by the PTT (Postes, Télégraphes et Téléphones) in 1962. The original date stamp is still visible inside the bag, adding to its authenticity and historical appeal.
The bag features a spacious main compartment, making it ideal for carrying a laptop, books, or everyday essentials, as well as a smaller front pocket for items that need to be kept within easy reach.
With its rugged, utilitarian design and beautifully aged leather, this piece is both practical and stylish. Whether used as an everyday bag or displayed as part of a vintage collection, it is sure to make a statement.
After more than 60 years, the bag remains in solid vintage condition and shows honest signs of use and wear consistent with its age. The leather has developed a rich patina over the decades, enhancing its character and charm. Two of the original metal studs on the bottom are missing, but this does not affect the bag’s functionality.
The leather has been carefully cleaned with saddle soap and treated with leather conditioner to preserve its suppleness and natural sheen.
Measurements:
Height: 26 cm
Width: 38 cm
Depth: 11 cm
Product code: #02089-26-A
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Vintage 50s mountaineering carabiner & pitons
This authentic set of climbing equipment dates from the 1950s and consists of a carabiner and several pitons made by renowned European manufacturers. One piton was produced by R. Cassin in Italy, two were made by Charlet Moser, and another by Claudius Simond in France.
Before the introduction of modern climbing protection, pitons were an essential part of a mountaineer’s gear. They were hammered into cracks and seams in the rock to create secure anchor points, helping to protect climbers from falls during ascents.
Rich in history and character, these pieces make excellent decorative objects for a cabin, lodge, man cave, or mountaineering collection.
After more than 70 years, the gear remains in worn vintage condition, showing authentic signs of age and use. Over the decades, the metal has developed a beautiful oxidized patina that enhances its rugged appearance and historical appeal. The pieces have been treated with antique wax, providing a protective layer and a subtle sheen while preserving their original character.
Measurements:
Lengths pitons: 19.5 / 14.5 /14.5 / 15 cm
Product code: #02107-26-G
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Antique early 1900s red deer antler mount – Cervus elaphus
This impressive antler trophy originates from Germany and dates back to 1911. It is professionally mounted, featuring the upper part of the skull affixed to a classic wooden plaque decorated with hand cut oak leaves – a timeless and traditional presentation. The plaque is marked “Anno 1911 – WE”.
This striking piece would make an ideal addition to any lodge style interior, hunting cabin, or rustic home décor. It would look especially majestic above a fireplace or on a feature wall.
The mount is in worn but stable condition, showing minor signs of age and use. Over the decades, it has developed a beautiful, natural patina that enhances its authentic and historic character.
Measurements:
Width: 36 cm
Heigth: 22 cm
Depth: 48 cm
Product code: #02090-26-C
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Vintage 1930s Meccano Tin Toy Floatplane
This rare antique toy floatplane was manufactured by Meccano in Liverpool, England, during the 1930s. A true collector’s piece, it beautifully showcases the craftsmanship and inventive design that made Meccano a household name in model construction toys.
With its timeless charm and striking appearance, this airplane would make a wonderful decorative display piece — whether suspended from the ceiling in a child’s room, featured in a man cave, or added to a vintage toy or aviation collection.
After nearly a century, the plane remains in used antique condition and shows clear signs of age and wear consistent with its history. Over time, it has developed a beautiful patina that enhances its unique character and authenticity. The model is missing a few small nuts and bolts, and the horizontal stabilizer on the tail has some slight movement, but the piece retains a strong overall appearance and display value.
Measurements:
length: 24.5 cm
width: 28 cm
heigth: 10 cm
Product code: #02097-26-C
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Vintage 1960s Tiroler Folk Art Perchten Mask
This hand carved mask is a striking example of Alpine folk craftsmanship and was created for Perchtenlaufen, a traditional custom celebrated in parts of Austria and South Tyrol. It was made by the renowned carving artist H. Reichegger. Representing a witch, the mask features a haunting expression and is fitted with real animal hair, adding to its raw and authentic character.
A truly distinctive piece, it would make a remarkable addition to any cabinet of curiosities, folk art collection, or rustic interior.
Despite its age, the mask remains in good vintage condition, showing age-appropriate wear consistent with use and history. Over time, it has developed a rich patina that enhances its character and authenticity. The surface has been treated with antique wax to protect the wood and provide a subtle soft sheen.
Measurements:
Height: 33 cm
Width: 18 cm
Depth: 14 cm
Product code: #02083-26-C
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Antique 1930s leather tool bag
This sturdy and timeless leather bag dates back to the 1930s. It features a spacious main compartment, ideal for carrying a laptop, books, or everyday essentials, as well as a smaller front pocket.
With its rugged, utilitarian design, this bag is both functional and stylish, making it an excellent choice for daily use or as a statement piece in a vintage collection.
After more than 90 years, the bag remains in solid antique condition and shows authentic signs of age and use. The rich patina it has developed over the decades adds to its unique charm and character. The leather has been carefully cleaned with saddle soap and treated with leather grease to preserve its flexibility and natural sheen.
Measurements:
Height: 24.5 cm
Width: 36 cm
Depth: 11.5 cm
Product code: #02084-26-A
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Antique early 1900s oil painting
This charming artwork is painted on a round wooden plaque and depicts a man accompanied by his dog. The back of the plaque features a metal hanging ring, allowing it to be easily displayed on a wall.
A delightful decorative piece, it would make a charming addition to any classic style interior.
After more than a century, the painting remains in good condition, showing signs of age and use. Over time, it has developed a natural patina that enhances its character and charm.
Measurements:
Diameter: 35 cm
Depth: 2.5 cm
Product code: #02079-26-L
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Antique 1920s French brass pocket Compass
This charming antique compass dates back to the 1920s and features a solid brass case with a folding cover and a transit lock. The compass comes with an original matching 1920s watch chain, making it ideal for attaching to a vest or other garments.
Whether you’re looking for a practical hiking companion, a unique pendant, or a decorative display piece, this compact compass is both functional and full of history.
The compass remains in good working condition and still reliably points north. Over the years, the brass case has developed a beautifully aged patina that adds to its antique appeal and character.
Diameter: 41 mm
Product code: #02047-26-G
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Vintage 40s WWII pocket compass
This pocket sized compass dates back to the World War II era and was likely military issued. It features a solid brass case with a glass cover and is equipped with a side mounted transit lock.
Still fully functional, it can accompany you on new adventures or be worn as a unique and characterful pendant.
After more than 80 years, the compass remains in good condition, showing light, age-appropriate wear. Over time, it has developed a subtle patina that enhances its character and authentic vintage appeal.
Diameter: 50 mm
Product code: #02043-26-G
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Antique 19th century French travel bag
This unique bag–suitcase hybrid, traditionally known as a sac de voyage, was a favored piece of luggage among travelers in France during the 19th century. Ingeniously designed, it combines a structured leather suitcase at the base with a brightly colored Gladstone-style bag on top, allowing fragile items to be stored securely below, while clothing and softer belongings could be carried above.
Both practical and elegant, this piece reflects the charm and craftsmanship of early travel culture. Today, it would make a distinctive addition to any antique collection or serve as a striking decorative element in a rustic or vintage inspired interior.
After more than a century, the bag remains in used condition and shows clear signs of age and wear. Over time, it has developed a rich patina that enhances its authentic character. The outer fabric shows some small tears and holes, consistent with its age and history.
The piece has been generally cleaned, and the leather components have been carefully treated with antique wax, providing a protective layer and a subtle, soft sheen.
Measurements:
Height: 14 / 39 cm
Width: 23 cm
Length: 43 cm
Product code: #02041-26-X
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Antique early 1900s Swiss fireman’s helmet
This original helmet was issued by the Swiss fire brigade in the early 1900s and stands as a fine example of early 20th century firefighting equipment.
Its design is both simple and functional, featuring a characteristic brass comb crest along the top, an interior leather liner for a secure and comfortable fit, and a prominent Swiss cross emblem at the front.
A highly decorative and authentic piece, it would make a striking addition to any firefighting collection or serve as a distinctive accent in a rustic or industrial-style interior.
After more than a century, the helmet remains in good antique condition, showing clear signs of age and use. Over time, it has developed a rich, beautiful patina that enhances its character and historical appeal. The surface has been carefully treated with antique wax, providing a protective layer and a subtle, soft sheen.
Measurements:
Height: 22 cm
Width: 19.5 cm
Lenght: 26 cm
Product code: #02002-26-G
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Antique 1910s WWI Trench Art Letter Opener
This unique coupe-papier was crafted from a solid piece of bomb shrapnel during World War I. Its elegant design features an engraved monogram on the blade, complemented by a finely detailed serpent intertwined with curling oak leaves at the base.
To cope with the relentless stress and monotony of trench warfare, soldiers often turned to creativity, transforming remnants of the battlefield into expressive handmade objects. Today known as trench art, these pieces were fashioned from discarded military materials such as shell casings, bullets, and other metal fragments. Using only simple tools, soldiers relied on ingenuity and patience, giving each object a raw and deeply human character.
This remarkable artifact carries a strong historical presence and would make a striking addition to any World War I or military collection.
Despite being over a century old, the letter opener remains in good condition, showing expected signs of use. Over time, it has developed a rich, oxidised patina that enhances its authentic character and historical appeal.
Measurements:
Length: 25.5 cm
Width: 4 cm
Product code: #02029-26-C
