Objects of Curiosities

Objects of Curiosities

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  • - Style: Carnet de Voyages XIXth
  • Pink Flaminco Printing, Audubon

    €380.01
    Gravure printing unit: Flaminco Rose from Jean-Jacques Audubon.  
    From the monumental work of Jean-Jacques Audubon: The Birds of America.  
    Jean-Jacques Audubon is an ornithologist and naturalist born in Haiti in 1785 to French parents.   
    It was later naturalized American.
    Reproduce in size all the birds of North America: this creasy project, born in the mind of this self-taught painter of genius in the first half of the nineteenth century, will give birth to a monumental work: Birds of America , in which Jean-Jacques Audubon devoted thirty years of his life, and become the most quoted book in the world of art and history.   
    Jean-Jacques Audubon was also the first in a society dedicated to the conquest of the continent, to advocate for the protection of nature, denouncing the killing of animals and habitat destruction.  
    Limited quantities.
  • Peacock Engraving Otoole, set of 2

    €800.01
    Beautiful pair of engravings of peacock by Otoole.
    Great size: 90 high by 60cm large.
    Varnished black and silver wood and weathered old Frame .
  • Blue Crane Printing Audubon

    €340.00
    Gravure printing unit: the Blue Crane from Jean-Jacques Audubon.   
    From the monumental work of Jean-Jacques Audubon: The Birds of America.  
    Jean-Jacques Audubon is an ornithologist and naturalist born in Haiti in 1785 to French parents.  
    It was later naturalized American.
    Reproduce in size all the birds of North America: this creasy project, born in the mind of this self-taught painter of genius in the first half of the nineteenth century, will give birth to a monumental work: Birds of America , in which Jean-Jacques Audubon devoted thirty years of his life, and become the most quoted book in the world of art and history.  
    Jean-Jacques Audubon was also the first in a society dedicated to the conquest of the continent, to advocate for the protection of nature, denouncing the killing of animals and habitat destruction.  
    Limited quantities.

  • Old Engraving Printing, Pineapple

    €540.00

    Reproduction of an old botanical archive, late 19th century, old naturalist engraving.

    Pineapples in their pot.

    Printing put under glass and wooden frame, gilding finish.

    Sold in pairs.

  • "West & East Indies" Engravings Set

    €480.00
    Reproduction of two engravings made by Alexander von Humboldt (naturalist, geographer and German explorer ) during his trip in India in the XIXth century.

    Colorful palm trees artwork. 

    Silver frames.
  • Parrots Engravings Lemaire, Set of 4

    €620.00
    A set of four beautiful reproductions of engravings of Amazon parrots and parakeets from Lemaire dating from the end of the 19th century.
    Golden ornamentation frame.
    Each engraving: H50cm by 40cm wide
  • Engraving Oriental Plane Tree - Jacob Strutt

    €310.00
    This reproduction of an antique engraving "Oriental Plane" is one of several portraits forest trees, distinguished for their age, size or beauty drawn from nature and etched by Jacob George Strutt.   
    Plate Sylva Britannica, or portraits written and illustrated by Jacob George Strutt (1790-1864) forest trees published in folio size in 1822.  

  • "The Chandos Oak" Engraving by J. Strutt

    €310.00

    This reproduction of an old engraving titled "The Chandos Oak" is one of several portraits of forest trees, distinguished for their age, size or beauty, taken from nature and engraved by Jacob George Strutt.

    Sylva Britannica plaque or Forest Tree Portraits written and illustrated by Jacob George Strutt (1790-1864) published in folio format in 1822.

  • Coral Montipora - Reproduction

    €430.00

    Reproduction of a coral "montipora" of the lagoons of oceania. Coral is indeed an animal of the branch of the Cnidarians. 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.

  • The Constantine console, Mango & Marble

    €1,580.01
    The Constantine console.
    Solid mango wood black console with a pearl pattern. 
    White marble with black veins from Rajasthan. 

    L 130cm x 40cm x H 84cm
    W 51in x 16in x H 33in
  • Engravings Japanese Vases

    €850.00

    Two beautiful engravings of silhouettes of hand-printed Japanese Vases. Framing and engravings entirely realized and designed in Italy. These exquisite engravings are engraved and printed on antique presses from the 1800s. Each image is printed by hand, piece by piece.

  • Palm Tree Engravings, Italy - h130cm

    €2,350.00

    Wonderful engravings of hand-printed Palm trees. Framing and engravings entirely realized and designed in Florence, Italy. These exquisite engravings are engraved and printed on antique presses from the 1800s. Each image is printed by hand, piece by piece.

  • Large Brass Table Lamp Palm Tree H63cm

    €1,495.00

    Large Palmeraie table lamp with a height of 63cm without lampshade. A superb lamp in the style of the 20-30s in the shape of a palm tree. Its beauty makes this luminaire a centerpiece decorative piece for an exotic and modern environment, which can be used in a modern design living room or a chic and elegant dining room. A piece made entirely by hand in solid brass. Brass structure with vintage finish.

  • Flamingo in Porcelain and Brass, 62cm high

    €1,200.00
    Superb flamingo figurine made of porcelain and brass, 62cm by 31cm wide by 24cm deep. A current craft work. The legs of the bird is made of brass. A remarkable piece for a refined and unique interior decoration.
  • Figurine, Blue White Crane H47cm

    €740.00

    Superb Superb blue and white crane figurine made in porcelain and brass.


    A current craft work.

    The legs of the bird and aquatic plants are made of brass.

    A remarkable piece for a refined and unique interior decoration.

  • Figurine, Blue White Egret H33cm

    €494.00

    Superb Superb blue and white crane figurine made in porcelain and brass.


    A current craft work.

    The legs of the bird and aquatic plants are made of brass.

    A remarkable piece for a refined and unique interior decoration.

  • Alexeï Library XIXth Style

    €3,260.00
    The large library Alexei has the distinction of having a style both charm and industry.

    This two body made entirely of pine is composed of 3 independent modules that will dress your wall in a fun way.

    The aged black patina and its interior in natural wood color gives it an authentic charm.
  • Constantine Coffee Table, Mango & Marble

    €1,320.00
    The Constantine coffee table.
    Solid mango wood black coffe table with a pearl pattern. White marble with black veins from Rajasthan.
    L 130cm x 65cm x H 51cm 
    W 51in x 26in x H 20in
  • Flamingo in Porcelain, Brass and Gold, 81cm high

    €1,950.00
    Superb flamingo figurine made in porcelain and brass with a total height of 81cm. A modern craftsmanship of any beauty. The legs of the bird and the aquatic plants are made of brass. You will notice that the flamingo's neck and beak are painted with gilding. A remarkable piece for a refined and unique interior decoration.
  • Candleholder Enamelled Porcelain Little Monkey

    €1,248.00
    Beautiful candleholder in porcelain enamelled and brass. Little monkey sitting reading under his palm tree ... ;-) Absolutely adorable. A very nice presence for this unique candlestick of a height of 38 cmCandle holder worked and carved in the shape of a palm tree and brass base.
    Enamelled porcelain is hand painted.
  • Imperial China Prints, Set of 4

    €2,286.00
    Gorgeous set of Imperial China Prints. This set comprises 4 individual prints, each of a different bone china plate, behind a glass panel and surrounded by a glass mirrored frame. Each coin has a different design in a combination of spotless white and bold blue creating an eye-catching contrast. 
  • Neo-Classical Vases Engravings - Set of 4

    €1,451.50
    Add grandeur to your décor with this set of 4 detailed prints of antique urns by Giovanni Battista (also Giambattista or Piranesi). This Italian artist was famous for his etchings that embody the refinement of neo-classical style. His rich, romantic prints became famous throughout Europe, and his workshop was the Mecca of architects, artists and connoisseurs.
  • Montipora Coral, CITES certified

    €924.00

    This Montipora coral has a shape typical of its species: it looks like a flower. This coral has grown sheltered from strong waves, and underwater, only the border of these delicate petals is bright pink. This Pacific coral is accompanied by its CITES certificate, since it is, of course, perfectly legal.

  • Reproduction of watercolors, Architecture and...

    €610.00
    Reproduction of watercolors, Architecture and Botany of distant lands. Set of 2 very beautiful reproductions of watercolors.
    Each print is surrounded by an elegant white wood frame with light aged effect gold inlays and clear glass.
    Dimensions of each engraving: H60 x 50cm.
    Elegance assured.
  • Terrestrial Globe, Period 1900

    €1,800.00
    Magnificent terrestrial globe, Period 1900 on its cast iron tripod in the shape of a lion's paw and with human faces presence. Large terrestrial globe 30 cm in diameter and 56cm in height. in pastel tones. An authentic old piece signed GLOBE TERRESTRE J. LEBÈGUE & CIE publishers - 30, rue de Lille, 30 - PARIS. A very beautiful object of decoration and collection.
  • Terrestrial globe BERLIN, 1940 Period

    €2,388.00
    Magnificent terrestrial globe, Period 1940 on its cast iron tripod in the shape of a lion's paw and with human faces presence. Large terrestrial globe 45 cm in diameter and 88cm in height. in pastel tones. An authentic old piece signed
    COLUMBUS ERDGLOBUS - BERLIN
    . A very beautiful object of decoration and collection.
  • Pair of Porcelain Bookends Cheetas

    €960.00
    A pair of porcelain bookends.
    Unusual decorative objects, two pretty hand-painted porcelain cheetas to decorate the shelves of your library.
    Base made of black ceramic and base in bronze-colored brass.
    A beautiful handcrafted achievement.
  • Landscape and Palm Tree Engraving - h110cm

    €1,500.00
    Wonderful engravings of landscapes and Palm trees. Framing and engravings entirely realized by hands.
    These exquisite engravings are engraved and printed are  printed by hand, piece by piece.
    A magnificent craftsmanship of remarkable size high 110cm
    A wonder, a dream and a pure escape.
  • Orientalist Landscape Engravings, set of 2 -...

    €1,080.00
    Very beautiful engravings of Orientalist Landscapes in the travel diary style of the late 19th century printed under glass.
    Beautiful old-fashioned weathered wood frame.
    A beautiful craftsmanship of remarkable beauty and large size: height 110cm.
    A wonder, a dream and a pure escape.
  • Hand-Printed Palm Prints, set of 2 - H121cm

    €2,300.01
    Wonderful hand-printed palm prints. Framing and engravings entirely made and designed in Florence, Italy.
    These exquisite engravings are engraved and printed on vintage presses from the 1800s. Each image is hand-printed, piece by piece.
    Height: 121cm by 66cm in width.
    A magnificent craftsmanship of remarkable finesse as only the artisans of Florence know how to do.
    The handmade frame is made of tulip wood with a black patina.
    A wonder, a dream and a pure escape.
    Made exclusively to order. Deadline: 5 to 6 weeks.
  • Hand-Printed Palm Prints & Butterflies, set of...

    €2,790.00
    Superb engravings of Palm trees with butterflies printed by hand. Framing and engravings entirely made and designed in Florence, Italy
    These exquisite engravings are engraved and printed on vintage presses from the 1800s. Each image is then hand colored, piece by piece.
    A magnificent craftsmanship of remarkable finesse as only the artisans of Florence know how to do.
    The handmade frame is made of tulip wood patinated in black bamboo style.
    A wonder, a dream and a pure escape.
    Made exclusively to order. Deadline: 5 to 6 weeks.
  • Engravings Relics Shells and Corals, Set of 2

    €2,760.00
    Two superb Relics made up of collages of prints and hand-painted seashells and corals. Watercolors made in Italy.
    Wood frame in silver leaf. The sets are made by hand.
    Framing and engravings entirely made and designed in Florence, Italy.
    These exquisite engravings are engraved and printed on vintage presses from the 1800s. Each image is then hand colored, piece by piece.
    A magnificent craftsmanship of remarkable finesse as only the artisans of Florence know how to do.
    The handmade frame is made of tulip wood patinated in black bamboo style.
    A wonder, a dream and a pure escape.
    Made exclusively to order. Deadline: 5 to 6 weeks.
  • Empire Style Candle Holder in Brass,H54cm

    €1,200.00
    Magnificent Empire Style CandleHolder in Brass. A very nice presence for this one-of-a-kind candlestick with a height of 54 cm.
  • Ancient Chinese Vases Engravings , Set of 2, H70cm

    €650.01
    Set of 2 very beautiful reproductions of engravings of ancient Chinese vases. Each print is surrounded by an elegant distressed wood frame and clear glass.
  • Porcelain and Brass Ostrich H76cm

    €2,280.00

    Superb ostrich figurine made of enamelled porcelain and brass with a total height of 76cm.

    A current craft work of great beauty.

    The legs of the bird and the plants are made of brass.

    A remarkable piece for a refined and unique interior decoration.

  • Earth Globe H42cm

    €260.00

    A large earth globe in soft tones of pink and pale green. On a black wooden cross base. 12 inches globe.Black and bronze terrestrial globe in vintage style on its mango wood stand.

    Size of the globe: 32 cm in diameter and total height 43cm.

    The base is made of turned solid mango wood in coffee color.

    Crazy elegance.

    A craftsmanship full of finesse and delicacy.