This vintage globe was made in England in the 1920’s.
It would look great decorating your desk or shelve!
After almost a century the globe acquired a oxidized patina that only adds charm and gives it a rustic character!
It has been treated with antique wax to give the surface a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.
Measurements:
Height: 21 cm
Diameter: 11 cm
Diameter base: 12 cm
Little bottles like this one were traditionally brought on hunts so the thirsty hunter could take a quick sip of whisky every now and then.
It was decorated with a protective silver and leather covering. The bottom shows silver hallmarks.
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.
Antique 1880′ copy of Moeurs Pittoresques des Insectes
This entomoly book was written by Victor Rendu and was originally published ten years earlier in 1870.
This very copy was published in Paris for the ‘Lycee de Lyon’.
The book shows 49 engravings of insects.
It would be the perfect addition to any antique library or cabinet of curiosities!
After more than a century the book still remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of use.
Measurements:
Length: 18.5 cm
Width: 12.5 cm
Depth: 3 cm
Little bottles like this one were traditionally brought on hunts so the thirsty hunter could take a quick sip of whisky every now and then.
It was decorated with a protective pewter 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 still remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of wear.
Vintage 50’s MvO Dutch army issued M57 para boots, almost identical to WWII US service boots!
These are very sturdy, decent boots which still have many miles to defy!
I personally have been wearing a pair of these for years now and I still love them!
After years of military service these boots remain in worn condition and show signs of wear.
The leather faded nicely due to years of wearing, giving them a rugged vintage-look!
They got a distressed patina which only adds the boots rugged character by giving them a rough touch.
The soles and heels are a bit worn but will still endure for a while!
The leather has been cleaned and treated with leather grease.
Antique 19th century copy of The Works of Aristotle
This masterpiece was composed with the works of the famous philosopher Aristotle.
It contains of directions for midwives with useful medical remedies and shows various engravings.
This very copy was published somewhere in the mid 1800’s.
The book would be the perfect addition to any antique library of Cabinet of Curiosities!
Considering its age the book still remains in good condition but shows signs of wear. After almost two centuries it acquired a subtle patina.
Measurements:
Length: 12.5 cm
Width: 8 cm
Depth: 2.3 cm
This vintage ice axe was produced by the Austrian company of Stubai.
The wooden handle is marked ‘KNAV’ as it has been used by the Royal Association of Dutch Alpinists (‘Koninklijke Nederlandse Alpen Vereniging’).
This fine piece of equipment would still come in handy while braving mountains but would also be an unique decor piece to add to your interior or collection!
After 70 years the pick remains in worn condition. Due to years of use it acquired a oxidized patina that only adds charm to it rugged character!
The axe has been treated with antique wax to give the surface a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish.
Vintage 60’s KL Dutch army issued M57 service boots,
almost identical to WWII US service boots!
These are very sturdy, solid boots which still have many miles to defy!
I personally have been wearing a pair of these for years now and I still love them!
After 60 years these boots still remain in good condition. They don’t seem to have been worn much over the years!
The leather has been cleaned and treated with leather grease.
This poster was part of a series called ‘Animals in their Natural Habitat’.
It was designed in the 1920’s by several Dutch artist and published by Wolters in Groningen.
It shows the anatomy of species living in the North Sea.
For almost 80 years the poster has served for education purposes in a Dutch primary school!
This vintage poster would be the perfect addition to any vintage style interior!
After almost a century the poster remains in good condition but shows minimal signs of wear and age.
Measurements:
Height: 72 cm (75 cm)
Width: 99 cm (109 cm)