“The instrument consists of a partially hollowed-out disc mounted on a knee stand. It is engraved on its circumference with a 360-degree scale with double numbering in reverse (each 10-180 X 2); the t[...]
Pair of collector's scissors, circa 1770, a system incorporating two blade springs, all from steel, deeply engraved, threaded oval rings, as is edge on each side; stems, each starting from a shell or [...]
Beautiful and fresh copy in new condition in 3 volumes In 12 full white vellum (pigskin parchment) containing the 4 volumes of the History of the Order of the "Holy Spirit", by Mr. Poulain de Santfoix[...]
Faisandière or Daubière or Chaponniere, Louis XIV, oval tripod in bronze, with a crenellated lid with a U-shaped handle, from the end of the 17th / beginning of the 18th century. Superb daubière in pa[...]
Rare and beautiful copy in its 4to binding in blind-stamped vellum (parchment), spine ribbed decorated with friezes, covers framed with a motif in its center; printed in 1747 in Teutrecht (Utrecht): "[...]
Important Provencal fariniero (Arles or Nimes region) in very nicely carved walnut.
This fariniero opens on the front using a hatch sliding from top to bottom. It rests on nicely carved shell feet an[...]
Very captivating this beautiful book from 1750, printed in Paris by Jean Desaint, Bookseller, rue Saint-Jean de Beauvais and by Paul-Denis Brocas, rue Saint-Jacques, at Chef Saint-Jean. Full speckled [...]
Small low sideboard in solid walnut in the Louis XV style. Some marquetry decorations on the front. It opens with two doors and two drawers. Dates from the beginning of the 19th century and is in good[...]
Beautiful piano in blackened wood and Boulle marquetry , tortoiseshell and brass.
Very nice gilded bronze ornamentation.
Signed "Van Overbergh Paris", France circa 1860 - 1870.
Pierre-Jean Van Ov[...]
Treatise against the Love of Finery and the Luxury of Clothes, second edition 1780 by Abbot François Louis Gauthier This publication appeared at a time when the reign of Louis XVI saw the development [...]
The double Réaumur and Centigrade scale (i.e. Celsius) gives us an indication to date this thermometer. Given that the Celsius value was adopted as the official scale at a convention in 1794, this giv[...]
A superb relief that was to adorn the door of a Regency or Louis XV period cartel clock, central character of which is a large Indian chief adorned of feathers, carrying a bow, spectacularly at ease i[...]
Handcrafted wall light, composed of two old wrought iron torch holders joined on a solid wood base as well as two faces, one female, the other male, 18th century, completely original handcrafted compo[...]
Large engraved and watercolored map from the 17th century Lodun & Mirebalais (86)
Enhanced with watercolors in very fresh colors LA VIENNE. LOUDUN. (86) MIREBEAU (86) «LOUDONOIS. Laudunum.» (Loudun, [...]
Rare and beautiful copy in cold-stamped ivory vellum, ribbed spine, ink title, friezes, frames on the covers around an ornamental cartouche, pinked edges, a beautiful framed figure signed JC Philips 1[...]
This rare treatise on eye surgery and its diseases by Lorenzo Heistero in one volume in 4 in cream vellum, printed in Venice, MDCCLXX (1770). Presso Francesco Pitteri. This remarkable treatise on opht[...]
joli cachet à cire du 18e siècle, manche de buis tourné à belle patine, en forme de champignon, sa base, en argent fileté avec trace de poinçon présente un beau blason ovale profondément gravé, sous[...]
This serious text by Mr Duclos of the Royal Academy of Inscriptions and Belles-Lettres retraces: "the History of Louis XI", in three beautiful volumes in 12, full calf smooth spine, gilt irons, titles[...]
Very complete in this remarkable edition staggered in a very beautiful uniform binding from 1748 to 1754. In full tinted calf, ribbed spine decorated in the boxes with beautiful gilded iron, titles an[...]
Original copperplate print, by JEFFERYS Thomas Hand-watercoloured. Dimension(s): Frame: Length 47.6 cm - Height 35.2 cm, condition(s): PERFECT CONDITION, Period: MID-18th century, Frame: CURRENT - Gol[...]
Rare and exceptional series "the Modern Rabelais, or the Works of Master François Rabelais", Doctor of Medicine, made accessible to most Readers, with historical clarifications, for the understanding [...]
These two charming boxes: the "fariniero" and the "saliero" were hung in the kitchens of the country houses, along with the panetière (bread), the estanié (tins) and the coustelié (knives). They are c[...]
Very large pewter dish with hallmarks, to be defined. Slight breakage on the edge. Quite heavy, very good quality! Diameter of 47 cm by 4 cm in height. Quite rare in this format!
Rare and beautiful walnut master's chest of drawers containing an office-inkwell kit. This small piece of furniture, molded on all sides and with a curved front, is of admirable mastery of lines and i[...]
Bien complettes et en 5 beaux volumes in 12 , plein veau teinté , dos à nerfs ornés de fers doré à la rosace , titres et tomaisons maroquin grenat et olive , gardes marbrées , tranches rouges , Titre[...]
Glassblower's scissors (Glassmaker) 18th century, Louis XV -Louis XVI. Metal instrument with 2 movable and sharp branches on the inside. After having inflated the molten glass leg by blowing into a lo[...]
This serious text of a little-known King is by Mr Duclos, of the Royal Academy of Inscriptions and Belles-Lettres retraces the "History of Louis XI", in three beautiful volumes in 12, full speckled gl[...]
Small richly embossed copper vase (a swan at the bottom, a coat of arms of the Colonna Family and a mask among plant motifs and monsters on the sides.Italy first half of the 18th century.Height 15 cm
This famous text by the sulphurous and talented "Bussi-Rabutin" in 5 beautiful volumes in 16, full speckled sheepskin spine with ribs decorated with gilded iron in the boxes titles and volume numbers [...]
This rare beautiful piece in the colors of Provence from the middle of the 18th century is a table fountain in earthenware enameled with different straw yellow, green and brown nances. A delightful an[...]
A Historical rarity of extremely exceptional provenance, a unique set in 8 volumes In folio with the "Crowned cipher of the Imperial crown monogrammed MA: Marie Antoinette". Coat of arms on the 16 cov[...]
Rare master's chest of drawers from the transition period. (Louis XV - Louis VVI 18th) In burled walnut with marquetry, thread, silver lock entry (rare). Strasbourg work. Dimensions Height 33 cm Width[...]
Magnificent double-handled vase in richly embossed copper. Tuscany early 18th century. A small dent, old cover, possibly not original (perfect size, but different patina)
Rare in this perfect condition these two large and strong volumes in 8 in Orange morocco, spine with raised bands, boxes decorated with magnificent gilded baroque irons with thistle, titles and volume[...]
Magnifique commode de maîtrise Louis XV
Galbé de toute face , belle qualité , noyer palissandre , filé .
Bronze d'origine
Travail début 19 éme .
dimensions hauteur 33 cm
L[...]
Un Bel exemplaire en 4 volumes in 8 , plein veau moucheté dos à nerfs , caissons ornés de beaux fers dorés , titres et tomaisons maroquin rouge , gardes mabrées , tranches rouges . "Siècle de Louis X[...]
Charming relaxation cabinet, cabinetmaker's work in scale model, Louis XV style.
This little masterpiece made in the 18th century, respecting the manufacturing techniques, the curved facade as well[...]
Rare Dutch Pewter And bronze “Kraantjeskan” (Samovar / Coffee / Tea Urn) Circa 1750.
This is the nicest type of pewter/bronze Dutch coffee urn, a beautiful model and this type is very rare to fin[...]
Bel exemplaire imprimé à Lyon chez Pierre Bruyset Ponthus , rue Mercière ,à la Croix d'or . M. DCC. LXI. ( 1761) , ouvrage illustré de nombreuses planches de blasons ( d'ailleurs Ex-Libris aux Armes d[...]
Rare beautiful cane from the 18th century. Gold pommel and eyelet (one eyelet missing). Presence of the 4 hallmarks of the farmers general required between 1672 and 1789: The Master's hallmark (Crown,[...]
Small chest of drawers with 2 master drawers in walnut veneer and marquetry threads. End of the 18th century. CURVED ON ALL SIDE. Width 38 cm. Depth 19 cm. Height 26 cm.
Small chest of drawers from the Transition period, subject: the fox and the crow as well as flowers with 2 initials JB. Dimensions Width 28.5 cm Depth 15 cm Height 22.5 cm
Exceptionnel ensemble en 8+1 Volumes , soit 9 Volumes in 4 , plein veau teinté dos à nerfs caissons ornés de beaux fers dorés , titres et tomaison maroquin rouge et noir , gardes marbrées , ex-libris [...]
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Very large OBLONG DISH in pewter with scalloped and molded edge. "Fancy" hallmarks.
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A rare and beautiful copy of the General History described by a company of Scholars in England, translated from the English, IX part .I and II. piece: containing the History of the Jews, from the Baby[...]
Germany or England Snuff box Mother of pearl and pomponne mount Louis XV period, circa 1750 H. 4 x 8 x 6.5 cm Rare snuff box with cage mount (the rarest) in pomponne and sculpted mother-of-pearl. It i[...]
Beautiful Venetian telescope with three prints in cardboard covered with light brown paper with scroll and foliage decorations, horn tips. Approximate length open 90 CM Length closed: 31 CM Very good [...]
Rare lot of fruit-shaped pendants in rock crystal with leaves also in rock crystal
Some pendants are white, others slightly purple or amber
Period mid-18th century
Free shipping in France and the E[...]
Rare lot of 26 cabochon chandelier pendants in rock crystal and gilded bronze Magnificent quality Period mainly from the beginning of the 18th century for those with the fleur-de-lys bronzes and the o[...]
Exceptional cane in polychrome porcelain from the Ludwigsburg factory representing a WOMAN IN BUST.
Ring made of 22 carat gold with multiple hallmarks (charge hallmark, jury hallmark, goldsmith's h[...]
Complete in 16 beautiful volumes in blond glazed calfskin, 12mo format, smooth spines decorated with original gilded ironwork known as spider's web (typically Louis XV), marbled guards Ex-Libris of th[...]
Rare and beautiful complete set of the youth of Louis XV, in 4 Volumes in12, full calf, spine with ribs decorated with gilded irons title and volume number ochre morocco, reddened edges. "History of t[...]
Beautiful copy in 12 format, full speckled calf, ribbed spine decorated with fine gilded iron in the compartments, red morocco title, red edges, large marbled, beautiful neo-Gothic 19th century bookpl[...]
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