This beautiful wall chart depicts an Arctic seascape featuring a humpback whale and its calf. Designed by Rudolf Tupy and published by Norstedt & Söner – the oldest publishing house in Sweden – It’s a wonderful example of early 20th century educational artwork.
It would make a stunning addition to your interior or a child’s room, adding both character and a touch of natural history.
After almost a century, the chart is still in good condition, though it shows expected signs of age. Over the years, it has developed a lovely patina that enhances its vintage appeal.
This vintage hatchet was crafted in the 1950s and comes with its original leather sheath.
A versatile piece with character, it’s ideal to take along on a bushcraft adventure, but it would also make a striking decorative item in a cabin or rustic interior.
Despite its age, the hatchet remains in good condition and carries the marks of use that tell its story. Over the decades, it has developed a rich patina that adds to its authenticity and charm.
Both the hatchet and sheath have been carefully cleaned and treated with antique wax, offering protection while enhancing their natural luster.
This antique bag was hand made and was pressumably used to carry around tools.
It was made of sturdy saddle leather which will last for just as long as it has been around!
The bag would be a decorative piece to any rustic style interior!
After almost a century it is in a worn condition but still remains strong. The patina it acquired over the years only adds to its rugged character. It has been cleaned with saddle soap and treated with grease and beeswax.
Measurements:
Heigth: 24 cm
Width: 22.5 cm
Depth: 12 cm
This charming antique compass dates back to the 1930s and features a solid brass case with a glass cover. It comes paired with an antique watch chain.
Whether you’re looking for a practical hiking companion, a unique pendant, or a decorative display piece, this compact compass is both functional and rich in history.
The compass is still in good working order and reliably points north. Over the years, the brass case has developed a beautifully aged patina that enhances its antique appeal and character.
This charming antique compass dates back to the early 20th century and features a solid brass case with a cut glass cover and a transit lock.
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.
This knife was once used by sailors to cut through ropes and others jobs aboard of a ship The knife features a folding steel blade and an oak handle with a characteristic anchor inlay, symbolizing its nautical heritage.
It’s the perfect pocket knife for everyday tasks or as a collectible piece for maritime enthusiasts.
After nearly a century, the knife remains in used condition, showing signs of age and wear consistent with its history. It has been carefully treated with antique wax to protect the surface and provide a subtle, natural sheen.
Length with blade folded in: 10.5 cm
Length with blade folded open: 17 cm
This vintage sailor’s knife was crafted by Herder & Sohn in Solingen, Germany, a city world renowned for its high quality blades. The knife features a folding steel blade and an oak handle with a characteristic anchor inlay, symbolizing its nautical heritage.
It’s the perfect pocket knife for everyday tasks or as a collectible piece for maritime enthusiasts.
After nearly a century, the knife remains in used condition, showing signs of age and wear consistent with its history. It has been carefully treated with antique wax to protect the surface and provide a subtle, natural sheen.
Length with blade folded in: 10 cm
Length with blade folded open: 17 cm
This vintage sailor’s knife was crafted by Gebr. Bern in Solingen, Germany, a city world renowned for its high quality blades. The knife features a folding steel blade and an oak handle with a characteristic anchor inlay, symbolizing its nautical heritage.
It’s the perfect pocket knife for everyday tasks or as a collectible piece for maritime enthusiasts.
After nearly a century, the knife remains in used but solid condition, showing signs of age and wear consistent with its history. It has been carefully treated with antique wax to protect the surface and provide a subtle, natural sheen.
Length with blade folded in: 10.5 cm
Length with blade folded open: 18 cm
This charming set of five Art Nouveau knife rests was beautifully crafted in France and depicts foxes in elegant detail.
They would make a lovely addition to any refined table setting or decorative display.
Even after nearly a century, the knife rests remain in used but good vintage condition. Over the years, they have developed a beautiful aged patina that adds even more character and charm.
Measurements:
Length: 8.5 cm
Box: 9.5 x 8.5 x 3.5 cm
These early glacier cleats were used by mountaineers to gain traction on icy slopes, with the sharp spikes preventing them from slipping as they were worn beneath their boots. Hand forged in Germany, they feature sturdy metal construction and original leather straps.
This vintage pair would make a striking decorative piece, perfect for hanging on the wall of a cabin, lodge, or alpine-themed interior.
After nearly a century, the crampons remain in good condition. They have been carefully treated with antique wax to protect the surface and provide a subtle, natural sheen.
Traditionally, charivari charms were worn by Bavarian hunters as talismans to bring good fortune during the hunt. These small ornaments were often crafted from tiny roe deer antlers and could be attached to a hunting hat, bag, or watch chain.
This particular piece would make a unique item of jewelry — still perfect to wear for good luck on a hunting trip, or as a fascinating addition to a cabinet of curiosities.
Over the years, the charms have remained in good condition, though they show light signs of age and wear. After more than a century, each has developed a beautiful natural patina that only enhances its character and charm.
This crude yet fascinating iron harpoon dates back to the early 1800s and was once used in the harsh world of maritime hunting. Such tools were employed to catch fish, seals, or even small whales, reflecting the perilous life of whalers at sea.
The piece is hand wrought and forged from iron, featuring a conical socket designed to attach a wooden shaft. Its rough, utilitarian form speaks of function over beauty, a true working tool rather than a decorative object.
Today, it stands as a remarkable relic of seafaring and whaling history. It would make a striking addition to any maritime collection, cabinet of curiosities, or display of nautical artifacts.
After nearly two centuries, the harpoon survives in worn but stable condition. It bears an oxidized patina that highlights its age and authenticity. To preserve its surface, it has been treated with antique wax, offering a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.
