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Large lock cover that was found inside Nuremberg iron chests 16th and 17th century, (called corsair chests). (see last photo)
Two square element[...]
Here is an old Habsburg double-headed sign, beautifully decorated with two wrought iron swords, a very fine floral outline. A rare piece, a symbol of nobility and power, ideal for discerning collector[...]
Very beautiful medieval-style human-sized crown in gilded metal, cut colored glass cabochons and fancy pearls. A high-quality piece dating from the first half of the 20th century and which, according [...]
A charming and rare owl whistle or bird call. The tail forms the whistle and the top of the head has a hole for the air to escape. The bird has (the remains of) a green tail, head and breast and brown[...]
Ceremonial shield in cast iron in the shape of a shield with a rich bas-relief decoration. The central medallion represents a battle scene, surrounded by four smaller medallions with allegories of war[...]
A pair of allegorical boxwood handled travelling cutlery and leather sheath.
Netherlandish, mid 17th century.
Each handle is carved with the allegorical figures of Justice and Charity, with sil[...]
4 medallions representing Emperors and Empresses in profile on tin 18th century.
1. Poppea.Neronis.Imp.Vxor Medal depicting the bust of Poppea, second wife of Nero. Diameter 8.5cm. Slight recess in t[...]
Paesina plaque mounted in marquetry in a gilded frame - 17th Century Originating from the Florence region, paesina, also called "dream stone", "Tuscan marble" or "Florence marble" was used for decorat[...]
Round silver seal die, unmounted plate, diameter 3.3cm, superbly engraved, legible, with a complex coat of arms:
under helmet with the crest of a winged dragon holding a mace, a coat of arms in 3 qu[...]
Exceptional small bronze candlesticks from the 17th century. Children's candlesticks, travel candlesticks?... In cast bronze with manufacturing defects. Please note: a rarity, no doubt. Delivery: €10 [...]
Beautiful enamel on copper, pastoral subject, rectangular in shape, grisaille painted with gold highlights, by a Limoges workshop during 19th century. Inspired by engravings or miniatures from medieva[...]
Bronze table bell decorated with animated scenes Condition: Good condition, crack, wear, in its original condition Height 12 cm FLANDERS, MALINES XVI/XVII century
Red coral branch set on a Gothic embossed brass base.
Coral, brass.
15th century.
h. 15 in. ; w. 11,8 in.
A branch of red coral mounted on a Gothic embossed and chased brass chalice base. The de[...]
Very beautiful gilded bronze harness pendant representing a four-leaf clover.
15th century.
11.44 g.
40 x 33 mm.
This format could also have been used for dog vervelles (unlike those used for [...]
Magnificent 19th century binding press in lacquered cast iron with antique decorations comes from Chenevier et Chavet in Valence, visible dimensions: 30 x 30 x h35
A double-sided illuminated manuscript on parchment hand-written and coloured from the Gothic period (15th century)
This is a page from a liturgical book such as the Psalters and courtly literature
T[...]
Gilt bronze buckle plate with bas-relief decoration of a griffin in profile raising its right foreleg; four rivets on the reverse.
12th/13th century
L.: 4.7 cm. The style of this griffin decoratin[...]
A silver pomander in the form of a skull.
German, 17th century.
Measures 3.2 x 2.3 x 2.1cm (excluding loose bail).
Weighs 20 grams.
The hinged pendant opens to reveal a hollowed interior, [...]
Decorated bronze stirrup, a typology from 16th century, or early 17th, Henri IV reign, A civil stirrup, France or Spain, (our Languedoc?).
There is not much easily accessible documentation on these n[...]
Rare and beautiful object of curiosity: large helmet from Antiquity in wrought iron. Intended to adorn a large statue or perhaps part of an important brand, this beautiful helmet has a fully riveted a[...]
Coat of arms with crowned double-headed eagle, all in pewter. Quality work. Weight: 9.5 kg Thickness: 4.5 cm For any further information, do not hesitate to contact us. Delivery or shipping on quote.
Three stained pear wood games pieces with Renaissance profiles.
Nuremberg, mid 16th century.
The games pieces measure approximately 3.6 x 1cm.
Each games piece is decorated with the profile o[...]
Beautiful wedding chest lock, wooden core leather covered , Gothic period, presenting a rectangular plasterwork with studded iron lace, pierced of hearts on both sides, with the original parchment tri[...]
Very beautiful pendant containing a very fine portrait of Marie Tudor in polychrome wax.
the profile treated in the manner of a cameo is protected by old glass.
the silver frame is finely worked and[...]
Superb folding travel fork in steel, horn and silver inlay.
A rich decoration on the steel parts: bolsters, spring as well as the neck of the fork and the base of the tines.
The teeth are diamond sh[...]
Medieval bronze seal engraved with a Gryllus.
French or English, 14th century.
Measures 1.8 x 1.3cm.
Weighs 3.62 grams.
Engraved with the word ‘PRIVE’ (private) and the initials of the own[...]
Two rare oak beer barrel lids from the 17th century. The barrel was probably installed in an inn. A cover shows the holes where the tap was located. The lids depict a king with a flowing beard. The or[...]
A Medieval bronze seal of a pair of birds either side of a tree or flower.
English, 14th century.
Measures 3 x 1.9 cm.
Weighs 7.65 grams.
The inscription appears to read Inscription of ‘SI[...]
A Medieval bronze seal of a large bird with a branch in its beak.
English, 14th century.
Measures 2.7 x 1.6 cm.
Weighs 5.87 grams.
The inscription appears to read 'IESV: SEL BON E LEL', wh[...]
A Medieval bronze seal belonging to a Rector.
English, 14th century.
Measures 4 x 2.5 cm.
Weighs 17.62 grams.
Seal design shows a seven petal flower with a six point star above and crescen[...]
Fragment of a bone plaque probably depicting Berthe de Souabe, also known as la Filandière or la Reine Fileuse. The subject dates from the 19th century. The fragment is glued to a red cloth and presen[...]
Engraved Horn Powder Pear - Period Late 16th / Early 17th Century Very richly decorated: On one side: foliage scrolls with a horse and a horned beast On the other side: mating of a stag and a doe and [...]
This very rare amulet was supposed to protect against maritime disasters. It is mounted in silver and set with wolf teeth. One side is engraved with the symbols of Christianity. These lean stones are [...]
- The work presented, of Italian origin from the end of the 19th century, is a wooden model of a palace with a two-level elevation; a first level with arcades then a level consisting of a balustraded [...]
Medieval style panel in the shape of an escutcheon covered with blue velvet on which we find the attributes of the knights.
Like Violet the Duke.
Helmet, bustier, Goedendag, shield, gloves and sever[...]
Silver medallion depicting Frederick's II eagle, made using the relief prop technique. In the center is a round cabochon of agate. The object, highly oxidized, made of low-grade silver, embodies the r[...]
A Renaissance bronze glove ring with an inkwell.
Italian, 16/17th century.
Ring size Z UK / 12.5 US.
Measures 6.4 x 4.1 x 3cm.
The heavy bronze ring is tapered with a hinged domed lid whic[...]
Extremely rare torture pliers called "tongue remover". This instrument is made up of two branches connected by a rivet. The jaw resembles that of an alligator clip. Two extremely sharp teeth are prese[...]
A Medieval double ended bronze seal.
English or French, 14th century.
Measures 2.1 x 2cm.
The larger matrix is engraved with a griffin rampant, surrounded by the owners name ’S. MARTI LAMBERT[...]
An extremely rare instrument of torture known as 'The Pear of Anguish'. Wrought iron mechanism, with its original chain and the figure of a bull. Period XV-XVI century . An old repair in one of the [...]
briquet à silex. composé de sa semelle de fer et de sa monture en bronze, à prise à deux doigts, en haut d'une bélière ouverte, sans doute par effet d'usage, et d'une élégante frise grecque en bordure[...]
Ivory knife (some gaps) representing a woman with her 3 children, 1 of whom hides her genitals with a palm tree, symbol of vitality.
The punched steel blade.
Dimension: length of 21 cm.
South[...]
Shield, écu, in iron in Renaissance style after the model present at the Rustkammer in Dresden, with a rich decoration representing the head of Medusa in the middle at the top ; the fight between Davi[...]
Wrought iron key with an oval ring, a Benard (solid) stem, and a four-pronged rake-shaped bit. France, 14th century. Transportation offered to all destinations.
Wrought iron key with the oval ring, the Benard stem (solid) and the bit in the shape of a three-pronged rake. France, 14th century. Transportation offered to all destinations.
Wrought iron key, the ring is flat diamond-shaped and is hollowed out in its center with a circular hole, the stem is solid (benarde) and the bit is a rake with three teeth. France, 14th century. Tran[...]
Wrought iron key, the ring is flat oval shaped hollowed out in its center with a circular hole, the stem is solid (bénarde) and the bit is a rake with three teeth. France, 14th century. Transportation[...]
An enamelled gold Skeleton mourning ring.
English, first half of the 18th century.
Ring size N UK / 6.75 US.
The exterior of the band is decorated with champlevé black enamel depicting mem[...]
- Carved book vanity, wood and parchment, German work from the17th century.
-Dimensions: Height: 10.8cm width: 18.8cm depth: 14.5 cm
-The skull is positioned on a closed book, certain pages of w[...]
Rare musical liqueur cellar in the shape of a metal knight's helm revealing a carafe and three glasses. One is missing but it should be easy to find given the model.......Really unusual object.......
Two large, late Medieval asymmetrical bronze buckles.
French or English, 15th / 16th century.
They each measure:
9.7 x 7.9cm.
8.7 x 6.6cm.
Both buckles are in fine original condition, h[...]
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