Objects of Curiosities

These very colorful insects have a large nose: they are Fulgores. Among the hundreds of species of these distant cousins of bedbugs, some even have a nose larger than their body (Fulgora Lateraria). We still don't really know what this appendage is for, which seems to be the fusion of its antennae. Some have peanut patterns, others thorns... We never tire of their colors from India to Thailand, where these 9 specimens come from.

A flamboyant and luminous decorative object. Gorgeous.

The greatest care is taken in its packaging and protection for your delivery.

Great French witch mirror of 120 cm diameter of great elegance.

Each mirror is a unique piece of craft manufacturing in the style of the late XIX century.

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.

Great French witch mirror of 90 cm diameter of great elegance.

Each mirror is a unique piece of craft manufacturing in the style of the late XIX century.

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.

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. 

Superb reproduction of a column from the Louis XVI period, whose style is well known for its garlands of flowers and its elegant fluting. It is enhanced with a "stripped" patina. Made of composite material.

25 blue butterflies morpho type from Costa Rica, Venuzela, Peru protected in a square globe of 122cm! At a height of 1.22m, this globe will magnificently illuminate your room with its metallic reflections. An original decorative object, flamboyant and bright. A unique and rare piece.

This beautiful butterfly diurnal from Madagascar URANIA RIPHEUS is presented in a brass box Victorian inspiration.

An original decorative object, flamboyant and bright.

A unique piece.

The greatest care is taken to its packaging and protection for your delivery.

Anaea Nassus is the most beautiful subspecies of the 87 of the genus Anaeini! They live in the neotropical region, especially in the Amazon. It is a winged butterfly shaped leaves. The underside of their wings strongly resemble dead leaves, tree bark or rocks on which they settle. They can be seen when they drink the mineralized water from the wet soil, and on the banks of the river.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Magnificent Empire Style CandleHolder in Brass. A very nice presence for this one-of-a-kind candlestick with a height of 54 cm.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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: 21cm in diameter and total height 34cm.

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

Crazy elegance.

A craftsmanship full of finesse and delicacy.

The large Edgard library consists of a double body and has the particularity of having an apothecary style from the beginning of the 19th century.

This large bookcase, made entirely of solid mango wood, is made up of 2 independent modules, top (dresser cabinet) and bottom (sideboard), which will dress your interior in a majestic way.

The two upper and lower parts can be offered for sale separately.

The aged black patina and its solid old mango wood interior give it an old look as if it had come out of a natural history museum.

The complete piece of furniture (upper and lower part) measures 430cm high by 218cm wide by 42cm deep. Total weight 170kg.

Dimensions of the upper glazed part which consists of 4 doors and 4 shelves:

Length: 218cm - Depth: 42cm - Height: 113cm

Dimensions of the lower part which consists of a single block of 4 doors and 4 drawers:

Length: 212cm - Depth: 40cm - Height: 92cm

This large bookcase will also go very well with an industrial style.

Delivery on the ground floor only.

For upstairs delivery, please contact us.

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.

The Alexeï library has the particularity of having an "industrial" apothecary style from the beginning of the 19th century. The exterior patina is aged black, old wood interior finish.

1 - The glass column is made up of a lower part with 2 sliding glass doors and 10 open storage lockers

2 - The column with drawers is composed in the lower part of 6 drawers, 2 high sliding glass doors in front of 6 storage lockers, 4 open storage lockers.

If you assemble 2 glass columns with a central column with drawers you can create a large and beautiful bookcase Bookcase 300cm long by 240cm high which will dress your wall in a majestic and playful way.

The aged black patina and its old wood interior give it an old appearance as if it came from a natural history museum.

This large bookcase will also go very well with an industrial style.

Delivery to the ground floor exclusively or upon request for a quote.

Very beautiful Baoulé mask, mid-20th century from Ivory Coast of the Baoulé tribe.

A unique piece

The single item shown in the picture is the exact item you will receive.

The Baoulé are part of the Akan people. They moved to western Ivory Coast more than 200 years ago and adopted the masking traditions of their neighbors, the Guro, Sénoufo and Yaure peoples.

There are three basic types used in a special dance of rejoicing called Goli, symbolizing social order.

Most of these masks are Kpan – with elaborate hairstyles and exquisite carvings, and represent the elderly woman during ceremonies.

Another mask – Kple kple – represents the junior male. It is round and flat and is one of the most abstract traditional African masks.

A third type – a Goli Gulin – represents the senior male.

Very beautiful Boa mask, mid-20th century from Congo from the Boa tribe.

A unique piece. The single item shown in the picture is the exact item you will receive.

The Boa are mainly known for their masks, believed to be used in ceremonies related to war, to strengthen the courage of the warrior or to celebrate victories. These masks have wide-set, prominent, round ears, suggesting alertness, and are covered alternately with dark and light pigments. Ancient masks have been described belonging to warlike or secret associations and are considered war masks or diguises used for hunting although their precise function is not known

The unique piece shown in the picture is the exact item you will receive.

Ibeji male figurine with pleasant features and facial scarifications. He has a sensitive expression. The character wears a traditional high-bonnet hairstyle. The surface has a nice brown patina. It is decorated with pearls around the waist and arms.

Material: Wood

Age: mid-20th century

Origin: Nigeria

Tribe: Ere Ibeji - Yoruba

The unique piece shown in the picture is the exact item you will receive.

A classic female Hemba ancestor figure with hands placed on the chest, eyes half open. These figures are imbued with the nobility of ancestors increasing the family lineage. These figures would have been shown during important ceremonies aimed at strengthening the family's position. As a spiritual container, the figure would facilitate the connection between the world of the dead and that of the living. It has beautiful scarifications on the abdomen.

Material: Wood

Age: mid-20th century

Origin: Congo

Tribe: Hemba

The unique piece shown in the picture is the exact item you will receive.

A Punu Duma or Mvudi mask from Gabon with white kaolin.

Masks like these were used by various tribes in Gabon.

The Mwo Spirit Maiden masks depict a beautiful young girl with her whitened face and serene expression. As in life, this beautiful young girl wears an elaborate hairstyle illustrated by polychrome colors.

The mask would be worn with a colorful costume covering his body. Although the mask has an Asian expression, no such connection has been made.

Known as Duma or Mvudi, it represents a female guardian spirit in the initiation of young girls, funeral rites, ancestor worship and also in full moon dances.

Material: wood

Age: mid-20th century

Origin: Gabon

Tribe: Punu

Tribe: Songye

This unique piece shown in the picture is the exact item you will receive.

A typical female ancestral figure with nice varied patina. The stylistic similarities with the sculpture of the neighboring Kuba people are evident. Beautiful scarifications all over the body with a typical coiffure.

Material: Wood

Age: mid-20th century

Origin: Congo

Tribe: Ndengese