Rare Malagan dance mask collected on the Tabar Islands in Papua New Guinea. This mask, called "Tatanua," represents a person's soul and is used in commemoration ceremonies. These relatively light wood[...]
Small "yena" cult figure collected in the village of Nagri in Papua New Guinea (Nokuma ethnic group). The yena figure is associated with the first ceremony organized to celebrate the yam harvest (a cy[...]
A flat wickerwork figure called a Timbuwarra, collected in the Highlands area in Papua New Guinea. Timbuwarra are figures made of woven fibers in a variety of shapes. Their roles and uses in the home [...]
Canoe prow in the shape of a crocodile head collected in the Iatmul area in Papua New Guinea. The canoe remains the most common means of transport in the Sepik River Valley today. Most of these canoes[...]
A flat wickerwork figure called a Timbuwarra, collected in the Highlands area in Papua New Guinea. The Timbuwarra is a figure made of woven fibers with diverse and varied shapes. Its role and uses in [...]
Shrek, large resin figurineShrek is a 2001 American computer-generated animated film directed by Andrew Adamson and Vicky Jenson. Produced by DreamWorks Animation, this children's film is a parody of [...]
Baining woman's mask collected in the village of Keravat in Papua New Guinea. Three-dimensional mask that danced during an initiation ceremony of the Bainnig ethnic group in northern New Britain. This[...]
Tolaï currency, also known as "Tabu" or "Tambu," is still in use today and has a strong symbolic value. This type of currency, entirely composed of thousands of nassa shells linked together by wooden [...]
Particularly aesthetic painted bark, collected in the Washkuk hills area in Papua New Guinea. These paintings on sago palm bark decorate the inner faces of roofs as well as the pediments of ceremonial[...]
Particularly aesthetic painted bark, collected in the Washkuk hills in Papua New Guinea. These paintings on sago palm bark decorate the inner faces of roofs as well as the pediments of ceremonial hous[...]
Part of the Baining ethnic costume. This type of coverall is worn at the same time as these immense initiation masks exhibited around a fire of embers. Made of the same beaten bark, it hides the sex w[...]
CLAUDEL (Philippe) - Death in the Landscape. Gérardmer, Æncrage & Co, 2002; octavo, 28 pp., paperback. Limited edition of 500 copies, linotyped by Roland Chopard. Illustrated with a photographic compo[...]
CLAUDEL (Philippe) - Mirhaela. Gérardmer, Æncrage & Co, 2002; small quarto, 22 pp., paperback, cover with flaps, missing a small corner of paper on the first blank page. Limited edition of 500 copies,[...]
Tapa dance skirt collected in the Popondetta region of Papua New Guinea. Tapa is the first fabric available in this region of the world. Its uses were varied: clothing, shroud, blanket, mosquito net, [...]
???? Tarot de Marseille Deck – Jean Dodal, Tarot.com edition (February 2022)Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Tarot de Marseille with this faithful reissue of the deck by Jean Dodal, on[...]
Terracotta bowl with natural pigments collected in the village of Koiwud in Papua New Guinea. Entirely crafted and featuring tribal designs with ancestral faces and evocations of totemic plants such a[...]
Dance costume accessory made of braided plant fibers, cassowary feathers, shells, and pig teeth. Collected in Blackwater area in Papua New Guinea. This accessory represents a crocodile tail and was pa[...]
Engraved bark used as a pig hunting charm. It depicts a figure wearing a tall headdress. This object is only found in the Korewori river area. Engraved raw bark. Sold with a display stand. Approx. 88 [...]
This notebook, kept by an egyptologist, documents in a structured manner observations and analyses related to hieroglyphic writing. It combines transcriptions, translations, cross-references to Egypto[...]
Carved wooden cigar humidor decorated with a sheep on a mound. 5 slides for 11 cigars. 1 hinge has been changed. 1920s/1930s. Total height 25 cm. Dimensions of box alone: 25x20 cm. Height 16 cm.
Rare Malagan dance mask collected on the Tabar Islands in Papua New Guinea. This mask, called "Tatanua," represents a person's soul and is used in commemoration ceremonies. These relatively light wood[...]
HISTORY OF BEAUTY, Umberto ECO. 2004 edition, Flammarion. Good condition with slight wear from use (jacket). Rich iconography. Collection. Photos taken with Flash. Colissimo shipping with tracking and[...]
Grigoris LAGOSborn in 1964Illuminated resin model of Paris applied to the city map. Backlit, it can be used as a wall light or a table lamp. The box is made of plexiglass and the stand is made of meta[...]
Mino-type ceremonial spear thrower collected in the Middle Sepik area in Papua New Guinea. The Mino is used during traditional dances marking the initiation of young men. These are highly symbolic cer[...]
A unique piece of spirituality and tradition, this authentic Nepalese shamanic mask is made from yak leather.
This extraordinary object represents the craftsmanship and symbolism deeply rooted in the[...]
Collection of six roe deer antlers (Capreolus capreolus) with natural bone deformities, from a private collection. The anomalies in the antlers may appear in asymmetric shapes, unusual twists, or irre[...]
Set within a wooden and glass display case with Gothic lines, like an icon or a relic fragment, this halved nautilus shell holds within it a hand-painted female face in gouache, revealed by the irides[...]
Large double wooden platter featuring a crocodile head at the top and engravings around the edge. This type of platter, now replaced by enamel bowls, was used as a culinary dish, particularly during f[...]
Large crystal bottle: Maison Lalique. 2003 edition: 60 ml bottle, full and closed. Sold in its original box. Dimensions: bottle: height 13 cm Box: 14 cm by 14 cm height: 17 cm
Salvatore ARGENIO: Painting on silk "Ecrest of the Bourbons of the Two Sicilies" Painting on silk with heraldic motifs in painted wooden frames.Ecrest of the Bourbons of the Two Sicilies, Format: 85 x[...]
Salvatore ARGENIO: Painting on silk "Ecrest of the Bourbons of the Two Sicilies" Painting on silk with heraldic motifs in painted wooden frames.Ecrest of the Bourbons of the Two Sicilies, Format: 85 x[...]
Statue representing a woman figure probably linked to fertility. Typical face of the Abelam area. Wood. Figure mounted on a base. Approx. 66 x 16 x 12 cm. €450 including base and shipping.
A huge eye-catching champagne advertisement in the form of an inflatable nylon champagne bottle with its electric inflatable device, very good and solid condition, France 2000
Lalique perfume bottle, Le Nu model. Additional information: 06 09 03 18 46 or napoliantic@gmail.com. Shipping possible. Visible at the Raon aux Bois boutique at 5 Route d'Arches.
Lalique perfume bottle called Mascotte Representing a lion numbered and signed model from 2004 Limited edition Shipping possible Information 06 09 03 18 46 or napoliantic@gmail.com
"Yena" cult figure collected in the village of Mino in Papua New Guinea. The yena figure is associated with the first ceremony organized to celebrate the yam harvest (a cycle of three ceremonies in to[...]
Ceremonial necklace made of plant fibers and cowrie shells collected in the Sepik River Valley in Papua New Guinea. Displayed and sold with a presentation base. Approx. 48 x 21 cm / €250 including bas[...]
Paddle collected on the banks of the Sepik River in Papua New Guinea. Wood with a beautiful patina of use. Sold with a base. Approx. 174 x 19 cm / €220 including base and shipping.
3 cm close (barrel measure) barrel knife with 18 kt yellow gold and shell handlesThis tiny knife has a barrel shaped body with 18 kt gold fittings on either end, genuine shell body and Damascus stainl[...]
Wonderful one off custom hand made multiblade pocket folding knifeEach piece in this lobster style 4 blade knife has been hand forged and worked.Tortoise shell slabs have been derived from antique Vic[...]
Wonderful one off custom hand made multiblade pocket folding knifeEach piece in this lobster style 8blade knife has been hand forged and worked.Tortoise shell slabs have been derived from antique Vict[...]
Each piece in this round coin knife has been hand forged and worked. Shell slabs have been derived from antique Victorian boxes.Brass liners.The knife has a bail for a safety chain.Blade has an upper [...]
Bamboo flute engraved with traditional motifs from the island of Ambrym. Played straight, with the breath held by the V-shaped notch. This flute has two holes and plays perfectly, but requires a littl[...]
Rides by Christian Rossi2022This 280-page color volume covers Christian Rossi's careerFrom his first comics to his recent paintings of the American WestIt contains 64 pages of comics never before brou[...]
An extraordinary set of three glass cases containing two exotic scorpions and a mummified chameleon, perfect for collectors of natural curiosities, entomology enthusiasts and lovers of the unusual.Set[...]
Monochrome wooden and wicker mask collected in the Murik Lakes region at the mouth of the Sepik River. Representation of an ancestor of the clan. Engraved designs throughout evoking totemic plants and[...]
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