Objects of Curiosities

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.

Beautiful pair of engravings of peacock by Otoole.

Great size: 90 high by 60cm large.

Varnished black and silver wood and weathered old Frame .

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.

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.

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.

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

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.  

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Vase of a Moor Head made in ceramic, Sicily - Italy. Borbon King, old ancient white finishing, ceramic, double cooking. The moors were members of Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber descent. In the 8th century they were converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756–1492).

Woman Moor Head Vase made in ceramic with Prickly pear, made in Sicily - Italy. Old ancient finishing, ceramic, double cooking entirely made and painted by hand in Caltagirone.

Moor-Head Man, Vase made in ceramic with Prickly pear, made in Sicily - Italy.

Old ancient finishing, ceramic, double cooking entirely made and painted by hand in Caltagirone.

Woman Moor Head Vase made in ceramic White and Blue, made in Sicily - Italy. Old ancient finishing, ceramic, double cooking entirely made and painted by hand in Caltagirone. The moors were members of Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber descent.

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. 

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.

Woman Moor Head Vase made in ceramic Black and Blue Sky, made in Sicily - Italy. Old ancient finishing, ceramic, double cooking entirely made and painted by hand in Caltagirone. The moors were members of Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber descent.

Ceramic vase in the shape of a Moor's head, matte finish, Sicily - Italy. Six colors are available. Handcrafted in ceramic, double firing. Entirely made and painted by hand. All decorations are individually hand painted making each piece unique. The Moors were members of the Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber origin. In the 8th century, they were converted to Islam and established power in North Africa, Sicily and Spain, where they established a civilization (756-1492).

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.

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.