Objects of Curiosities

Objects of Curiosities

Find in this section objects of curiosities, unusual objects and unique pieces of Art & History and a selection of genuine and original antique furniture or current production drawing inspiration from the past.

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  • - Style: Curiosities - Naturalia
  • - Style: Napoleon The Third
  • Rectangular Witch Mirrors, Set of 3

    €620.00
    Set of 3 rectangular witch mirrors, in the Flemish tradition of the 19th century. These convex mirrors were called "witch mirrors" because they were attributed magical powers. Placed in front of a window, they allow light to be diffused into the interior of houses.
  • Square Stool Napoleon III Style

    €1,030.00
    Pairing the opulence of art deco furniture with the organic trend, the Cecilia Stool will be right at home in a vintage or eclectic décor. This black seat offers a pleasant seating experience, while the bamboo-like frame with brass finish adds a touch of old world glamour. A remarkable piece.
  • Red Bamako wallpaper, Price on Request

    Wooden statues, colorful masks, ornaments, painted fabrics, body paintings, buildings: African art expresses tribal customs and tells how strict laws bring all things to life. The Red Bamako wallpaper, with its powerful and expressive language, is dedicated to Africa with links to the primitive forces of existence.
  • Green Bamako Wallpaper, On Request

    Wooden statues, colorful masks, ornaments, painted fabrics, body paintings, buildings: African art expresses tribal customs and tells how strict laws bring all things to life. The Green Bamako wallpaper, with its powerful and expressive language, is dedicated to Africa with links to the primitive forces of existence.
  • Wall Decorative Panel, The Bouquet

    €624.00
    Superb decorative panoramic in mat non-woven paper. This decorative plant wall panel combines delicacy and refinement, a real painting. Decorative panel in the standard format of 255 x 220cm. The roll consists of three panels of 50cm x 320cm. This type of floral and vegetal panel are wall decorations full of life, cheerfulness, colors and warmth. They bring nature into our place of life and contribute to well-being and relaxation. Particularly suitable for all living spaces, they are expressed in a language full of poetry that we love.
  • Orange Butterflies Naturalist Square Globe

    €720.00
    Superb square naturalistic globe with orange butterflies on a branch of Salix. Packaging specifically strengthened and adapted to the shipment.
  • Toucans Engravings Made by Collages, Italy

    €2,680.00
    A pair of magnificent Toucans engravings made from collages of old juxtaposed engravings which are previously hand painted. A magnificent artisanal work of remarkable finesse executed in Italy according to an ancestral process. Within each frame an atmosphere is created by a juxtaposition of exquisite hand engravings which are engraved and printed on vintage presses from the 1800s. Each image is printed in black and white, individually hand colored with gouache and in watercolor then cut out. Superb and one of a kind.
  • Oval Globe Orange Butterflies

    €660.00
    Superb oval naturalistic globe with orange butterflies on a branch of black Salix.
    Packaging specifically strengthened and adapted to the shipment.
  • XXL Globe of Blue Morpho Butterflies

    €1,440.00

    Superb naturalist globe comprising a gigantic cloud of blue "Morpho" butterflies placed on branches of Diospyros and under an XXL glass globe.

    A contemporary version of an entomologist's collection. 

    Packaging specifically reinforced and suitable for shipment.

  • Naturalistic Globes Mix of Butterflies, Set of 3

    €460.01
    Nice set of three naturalistic globes featuring a mix of butterflies on a branch of white Salix, dried flower and moss. Round wooden base with black finish in the old Napoleon III style.

  • Papier Peint Alguae, Roll 1000x50cm

    €150.00

    Superb wallpaper with seaweed patterns.

    Roll of wallpaper 1000cm long by 50cm wide.

    It is a jungle, green, chlorophyllous, but which has nothing to do with the forest. It's all about the seaside.

    A unique style! We love !

    Floral and vegetal wallpapers are wall decorations full of life, cheerfulness, colors and warmth. They bring nature into our living space and contribute to well-being and relaxation. Particularly suitable for all living rooms, they express themselves with a language full of poetry that we adore.

    Each floral wallpaper is unique and brings its own particular essence to a room: whether gigantic floral motifs or small decorative or ornamental plant motifs.

    This vegetal wallcovering will refresh your interior decoration in summer and warm it up in winter with the sophistication of the bouquets and the romanticism of the foliage.

    It is on a permanent journey in exotic gardens, full of softness and serenity, that these wall coverings take you on board.

  • Block of Polish Malachite from Congo

    €460.00
    This block of malachite on its mini base comes from the Congo, from the province of Katanga.
    It has been polished to reveal the multitude of shades of green it contains.
    Since ancient times, malachite has been used as a pigment in paint for its light and luminous blue-green tones, especially in the painting of icons.
    Pline quotes it for the first time in AD 77. JC.
  • Sea Stars in Family Under Glass.

    €510.00

    A family whose members are very different: from the sunflower starfish (Pycnopodia helianthoides) of Alaska with 24 arms, to the very fine tiger-legged brittlestar (Ophiolepis superba) of the Red Sea, or the one whose hardly the star shape: a cushion starfish: Culcita Novaeguineae which lives in the coral reefs of Indonesia, where it can swallow prey larger than its mouth -like a sea urchin- by "devaginating" its stomach (=en taking it out of its body through its mouth) in order to digest its prey outside, then to re-ingest its stomach in full digestion... Very nice family reunions in perspective!

  • Nautilus Display H38cm

    €420.00

    The Nautilus showcase

    This showcase is a remarkable decorative element that will attract attention in a room.

    A superb Nautilus shell (or Nautile in French) is placed on natural quartz and on a long black metal rod and presented in a glass and metal structure display case.

    Dimensions of the showcase: H38 x 16 X 16cm

    This unique decorative object will bring a crazy elegance to any interior.

    Each showcase is unique because the shell will be different each time as well as the quartz.

    An amazing and remarkable beautiful piece of handcrafted decoration!

  • White and Black Butterflies Under Globe

    €780.00

    A globe on high heels.

    These 7 Idea Blanchardii gain lightness!

    This large white and black butterfly is found in Indonesia, and in particular on several islands of Sulawesi, often with small specificities that have developed within these island populations.

    Its nickname Tree Nymph comes from the contrast of its white wings against the green of the jungle.

    This globe is therefore raised on its black metal feet with brass tips.

  • Capsule of Green Bird-Winged Butterflies H47cm

    €1,320.00

    Stunning naturalistic globe featuring bird-winged butterflies - Ornithoptera Priamus - encapsulated in a capsule-shaped globe.

    The base is in aged brass.

    Packaging specifically reinforced and suitable for shipment.

    The most common of the bird-winged butterflies -Ornithoptera Priamus- is actually not that common as it is only found in a few small islands in the Pacific: Papua New Guinea, South Moluccas Islands, Solomon Islands.. .

    Islands where the forests are decreasing year after year under the influence of men.

    This is why this protected species will be delivered with a CITES.

    Only the males have these bright colors, the females are even larger, but brown in color.

    They are so remarkable that our specimens now come from a farm in Indonesia.

  • Shells in a Glass Globe H30cm

    €360.00

    Mini brass globe protecting a marvelous bright yellow shell. It holds such a beautiful yellow underwater in the Philippines, it has exactly that same color!

    But on the other hand, we have only selected these Pecten when barnacles (purple shells) have taken up residence on their beautiful shell.

    This same shell also exists in orange and purple in our curiosities.

  • True Sea Urchins Showcase H46cm

    €480.00
    7 tests of COELOPLEURUS MAILLARDI sea urchins in a beautiful high rectangular wooden box with black black finish on a turned foot.
    A dazzling and unique decorative object.
    In zoology, the test is an often rounded mineral envelope, based on limestone or silica, chitinous or composite, which has the function of serving as protection for certain animals, such as sea urchins, or microorganisms such as foraminifera.
  • Coral in White Resin XL H23cm

    €350.00
    Beautiful XL reproduction of a white coral in resin on a base
    Coral is actually an animal of the Cnidarian phylum. Corals generally live in colonies of individuals called “polyps” which are “superorganisms”. Each polyp secretes its own exoskeleton; depending on the species, this exoskeleton is hard or soft.
    Our collection of corals in synthetic material is handcrafted, reproducing identically the texture of these living specimens, most of which are now protected.
  • Gorgon in Vermillon Red Resin - Repro

    €170.01
    Reproduction of a Gorgon in red Vermillo resin on a black base in the Napoleon III style. The Red Gorgonians line the rocky drop-offs between 20 and 100 meters deep. It is necessary to use a flashlight to appreciate their brightness, because at this depth, the red appears dark blue.
  • Giant Branch Coral White Resin H66cm

    €840.00

    Reproduction of a giant branch coral from the lagoons of Oceania.

    Coral is actually an animal of the Cnidarian phylum.

    Corals generally live in colonies of individuals called “polyps” which are “superorganisms”.

    Each polyp secretes its own exoskeleton; depending on the species, this exoskeleton is hard or soft.

    Our collection of corals in synthetic material is handcrafted, reproducing identically the texture of these living specimens, most of which are now protected.

  • Red Butterflies Globe H45cm

    €570.00
    A flight of red butterflies delicately presented on Salix branches and protected by an elegant bridal globe.
    This reminds us of the naturalist showcases that adorned the galleries of Natural History museums in the 19th century.
    Each globe is a unique and original creation, made by hand in the workshop.
    Packaging specifically reinforced and suitable for shipment.
  • Real Clam Shell on Bronze Stand.

    €6,000.00
    Tridacna Gigas Clam on an iron stand.
    A magnificent unique piece, a rarity!
    Very rare Tridacna gigas font presented on a custom forged stainless steel support. Its two sides are remarkable. It has of course its CITES number which proves its origin.
    This giant clam (Tridacna gigas) is the largest bivalve mollusk in the world.
    This very large shell was set by a French bronze craftsman. A branch has been cast and delicately encircles this huge shell.
    Species subject to CITES regulations. Trade in specimens of these species is subject to particularly strict regulations so as not to endanger their survival, and should only be authorized under exceptional conditions.
    L 85cm x 45cm x H 58cm
  • Sea Fan on Brass Crab Base H43cm

    €280.00
    Brass crab wearing a real Philippine gorgonian.
    Black brass base.
    Gorgonians, like corals, are animals living in the form of sessile colonial polyps, organized in a tree structure. Each polyp has 8 tentacles which filter the plankton and consume it.
    The general structure, a skeleton both flexible and hard, called gorgonine do not grow towards the sun (it does not require light to develop) but perpendicular to the current, so as to filter a maximum of water flow.
  • Large Champagne Porcelain Bowl with Deer Heads...

    €1,859.00
    Large and beautiful bowl made in white porcelain and brass with deer heads.
    Can be used as a magnificent Champagne cooler!
    Stag heads and feet in worked brass.
    To put on a large farm table or a console.
    Hihgly qualitative item made by hand.
  • Red and Yellow Gorgon, Brass Base H30cm

    €270.00

    A red and yellow gorgon on a brass base.

    This gorgonian is the dazzling mixture of red and yellow. This Leptogorgia hebes comes from the Gulf of Mexico.

    It grows sheltered from the sun's rays in areas between 10 and 300 meters deep. Where no one sees its vibrant colors. Their color is of course natural.

    Attached perpendicular to their support, the colonized polyp branches filter the water with the current to capture the micro-organisms in suspension.

    Gorgonians, like corals, are animals living in the form of sessile colonial polyps, organized in a tree structure. Each polyp has 8 tentacles which filter the plankton and consume it. The general structure, a skeleton both flexible and hard, called gorgonine do not grow towards the sun (it does not require light to develop) but perpendicular to the current, so as to filter a maximum of water flow.

    A very beautiful decorative object.

  • Set of 4 Ostrich Eggs on Wooden Stand

    €820.00

    A set of 4 real ostrich eggs mounted on a Napoleon III style stand, an essential piece of any Cabinet of Curiosities.

    The mounting of exceptional pieces on turned and blackened wooden legs was very fashionable in the 19th century.

    However, these decorative objects experienced a resurgence of interest in the 60s and 70s among renowned decorators, such as Madeleine Castaing and Jansen.

    Parisian chic effect guaranteed!

  • Lapis-lazuli with brass base (2,8kg)

    €1,800.00
    Lapis-lazuli block of 2.8 kg on a brass base from Afghanistan.
    A wonderful unique piece!
    Lapis-Lazuli, whose royal blue color is highly sought after, is the most famous of the stones linked to intuition. The great rulers of the world (Pharaohs, emperors, kings, etc.) have always considered it a sacred stone intended to help them achieve on g-reign with wisdom and justice. The Egyptians in particular held Lapis in high esteem and imported it from Afghanistan where it has been extracted for 6500 years.
    Lapis-lazuli has therefore always symbolized royalty, that is to say the ability to reign over one's inner and outer kingdom q-guided by the intuition of a divine source and not by selfish personal will.
    The gentle energy of lapis will benefit those who are willing and in control. It will promote subtle listening and afuidity in their actions, which will ease tensions.
    Lapis has the reputation of also being the stone of friendship because it helps to intuitively perceive what is right in a relationship, so it will have its place in your living room such as the living room, living room or a desk.
    The most beautiful Lapis Lazuli come from the province of Badakhshan in northern Afghanistan. In a narrow valley, covered with snow most of the year, mines have been exploited for 6500 years!
    The Sumerians, then later the Egyptians appreciated this blue stone, as evidenced by the many statues and blue beads found in the tombs of important people. And all of them, like this one, came from the Afghan mountains.
    Lapis-Lazuli is a rock composed of 14 different minerals, the main one being Lazurite, blue, and the little golden touch brought by the Pyrite which sprinkles this mineral.
    A few veins of white Calcite run through this magnificent piece.
    L 11cm x 6cm x H 32cm
  • Sea Urchin on Base H16cm

    €228.00

    Very nice sea urchin on a cubic base.

    This species of sea urchin can measure up to 12 cm in diameter.

    It can be a beautiful dark purple with often the tips of the prickles white.

    It feeds on algae that it grazes on the rocks between the surface and 100 m depth in the Atlantic and the Mediterranean.

    This specimen with its prickles comes from the Italian coast of Liguria.

    A very beautiful decorative object.

  • Balrnacles Shells on Brass Stand - H27cm

    €600.00

    Bouquet of natural shells composed of large purple barnacles: Megabalanus tinnabulum, and those strange oysters with such a twisted mouth: the Lopha Cristagalli.

    Both species live in the same Indo-Pacific region and found the "cockscomb" oysters with a few barnacles on a shipwreck off Surabaya in Java.

    They have been grouped to give a round shape instead of the flat side they have, attached to the boat.

    A cultural and natural piece at the same time.

    A magnificent unique piece!

  • Tridacna Derasa Clam on Wooden Stand

    €1,560.00

    Tridacna Derasa clam on a black wooden stand.

    A magnificent unique piece, a rarity!

    Very beautiful Tridacna Derasa holy water font presented on a custom-made wooden stand. Its two faces are remarkable.

      A black wooden base supports and delicately presents this shell.

    The famous giant clam, the world's largest species of bivalve shell that has always spawned legends of divers held underwater between its mighty shells.

    Of course, it is a young Tridacna Derasa, but this subspecies generally does not exceed 60cm. Its growth at the start is about 5cm per year then it will increase to 3cm per year.

    It is therefore not a very young clam.

    Like most giant clams, this species is in danger because it is over-harvested, either for its flesh in Asia, or as decorative shellfish.

    This one comes from a farm in Micronesia which hopes to succeed in regenerating the local population.

    Width (cm): 22.00

    Height (cm): 31.00

    Depth (cm): 24.00

    Unique piece.

  • Syrinx Shell on Brass Stand - H52cm

    €1,590.00

    Both natural and man-made, this shape was obtained by cutting part of the shell of a Syrinx Aruanus from Australia, the largest single-valve in the world.

    It is the biggest "snail" under water!

    This huge marine gastropod (up to 18 kg) has a completely yellow body.

    This spiral is the natural shape of this shell, but here it has been highlighted.

    A rare job.

    A cultural and natural piece at the same time.

    A magnificent unique piece!

  • Syrinx Shell on Brass Stand - H53cm

    €1,590.00
    Both natural and man-made, this shape was obtained by cutting part of the shell of a Syrinx Aruanus from Australia, the largest single-valve in the world.
    It is the biggest "snail" under water!
    This huge marine gastropod (up to 18 kg) has a completely yellow body.
    This spiral is the natural shape of this shell, but here it has been highlighted.
    A rare job.
    A cultural and natural piece at the same time.
    A magnificent unique piece!
  • Red Coral Branch on Golden Stand - H48cm

    €360.00

    Beautiful reproduction of a branch coral made of orange-red resin on a base. Presented on a black and gold base embellished with natural rock crystals.

    Coral is actually an animal of the Cnidarian phylum. Corals generally live in colonies of individuals called “polyps” which are “superorganisms”. Each polyp secretes its own exoskeleton; depending on the species, this exoskeleton is hard or soft.

    Our collection of corals in synthetic material is handcrafted, reproducing identically the texture of these living specimens, most of which are now protected.

  • Red Gorgonian Reproduction on Stand - H56cm

    €360.00

    Beautiful reproduction of a gorgonian made of red/orange resin.

    Presented on a black and gold base embellished with natural rock crystals.

    Our collection of corals in synthetic material is handcrafted, reproducing identically the texture of these living specimens, most of which are now protected.

  • French Witch Mirror - Several Sizes Available

    €408.00

    Very elegant witch mirror available in 37cm, 50cm, 70cm or 90cm diameter.

    Each mirror which is a unique piece of contemporary craftsmanship in the unique Napoleon III style.

    This convex mirror will adorn your walls and your interior with grandeur and splendor.

    This witch mirror is a major decorative accessory for your walls and will give a unique character to your interior and enhance your room.

    Framed by a thin blackened wooden rim decorated with old-fashioned golden beads, this patina gives an old character.

    This round and convex witch mirror will bring a touch of unusual decoration to your interior decoration. In the living room, it will be perfect above a fireplace, a console or a sofa. In the entrance, it will be ideal for bringing a touch of light and a feeling of space.

    A remarkable piece of contemporary craftsmanship.

  • Bride and Groom Glass Globe XIX Century style

    €260.00

    The Bride and Groom Globe was originally intended to collect the wreath of orange flowers worn by the bride on the wedding day.

    Fashionable in the 19th century until the beginning of the 20th century, this oval glass bell could also contain other wedding souvenirs in order to protect them from dust and oblivion.

    With its quilted canvas cushion, its 2 antique mirrors and its symbolic decorations (the vine leaves, symbol of the union of the feminine and masculine, or the bird, symbol of peace and love), our Wedding Globe will present your wonders or protect jewelry and collections of your choice. Napoleon III turned wooden base.

    An unusual decorative object for your interior decoration!

    Beautiful craftsmanship.

  • Huge Agate Slice of 3,7kg

    €6,780.00
    This immense golden slice comes from Brazil, and comes from a Chalcedony geode.
    It is formed by successive deposits of silica and ores or oxides dissolved in water and which infiltrates into the soil.
    When it comes to volcanic soil, as in this case in Brazil, the water sometimes reaches an air pocket which has frozen in the lava when it has cooled. And it forms successive layers over months and years, with lighter or darker lines.
    In this case, the heart is made of hyaline quartz (rock crystal), which allows light to pass through this slice to reveal its unique patterns: golden nodules reminiscent of champagne bubbles...
  • Lapis-lazuli on brass base (2,5kg)

    €1,560.00
    3kg Lapis Lazuli block on brass base - Afghanistan. A wonderful unique piece!. The Lapis-Lazuli whose royal blue color is very sought after is the most famous of the stones linked to intuition. The great rulers of the world (Pharaohs, emperors, kings ..) have always considered it as a sacred stone intended to help them achieve in g-reign with wisdom and justice.