Ribbon Collectibles and Curiosities

Fantastic bronze pipe from the Vienna tobacco museum’s collection, from Belgian Congo.

Early 20th century pair of lawn bowls in original case, English. Lignum vitae bowls in leather travel case with expected wear. Marked "MM" & "B". Case: 10.5" w., 7.5" h., 5 3/8" d. ...

A polished hardstone disc. Provenance unknown but probably a early 20th century Hawaiin Ulu Maika stoen. Ulu Maika is a ancient game simular to bowling played by the indigineaous Haw...

This exquisite 19th-century Orthodox cross is crafted from bronze and adorned with enamel, a combination that ensures its durability and stunning visual appeal. The dimensions of the...

Pair of cloissone ashtrays, China, Early 20th Century.

Beautiful pair of mop and brass opera glasses dating from the beginning of the 20th century. Central wheel to move the view away or closer (turns with difficulty). For lovers of coll...

Early 20th Century Nickel-Plated Brass Handheld Tally Counter, Machine Age Streamline Design This early 20th century handheld tally number counter combines Machine Age style with sa...

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING FIRMLY ATTRIBUTED TO CHARLES SANDRÉ From our Decorative collection, we’re pleased to offer this rare and highly detailed collection of 15 miniature Napoleonic Military hats, confidently attributed to the French artist Charles Sandré. Each model represents a different style of military headgear worn by French regiments in the early 19th century, including shakos, bearskins, corsican and Czapkas helmets, with regimental distinctions carefully recreated in miniature. The hats are presented individually on custom-made steel stands and display a wide range of detail, from cockades and cords to plumes and regimental insignia. Included in the collection are examples from cavalry, infantry, grenadiers, chasseurs and artillery units. Colours, finishes and trimmings reflect the full spectrum of early 19th century French military dress, all worked with a level of precision and charm that has made Sandré’s work widely collected. Charles Sandré worked between 1895 and 1915 and is widely known for producing finely made miniature military figures some of which reside in the entrance hall at the Army Museum in the Hôtel des Invalides, Paris . These models were most likely created during that time or shortly after, with surviving examples now considered rare. Sandré’s work is valued both as decorative military art and as a personal response to historical memory, offering a detailed look at the variety and richness of Napoleonic military dress. The colours of this particular set are well preserved, and each model sits securely on its stand, making the collection ideal for display. A seldom-seen and beautifully presented group, firmly attributed to a unique figure in 19th century military collecting...

19th Century Regency mahogany book stand with brass gallery sides with scrolled lifting handles, raised on four flat bun feet.

Cylindrical with a painted shield with thirteen stars with overall red,white and blue decoration. Vellum under glass top.

Fabulous rare 19th century automaton. Most likely made in France at the end of the 19th century. She is a real beauty and in remarkable condition for her age. She is made of porcelain and cloth. When you wind her she bends her head and raises bouquet to smell the flowers. With the stand she is 15 1/2 inches high. Just herself measures 11 1/2 inches high. Approximately 5 1/2 inches in width and depth. There is a monogram on the back of her neck that appears to be the letter C...

This is an early life size size hand-painted paper mache and plaster anatomical model The paint and condition is very nice for something almost 100 years old. 18 inches tall x 16 inc...