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Period: 18th Century and Earlier
French Louis XVI Barometer
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XVI (18th Century) barometer with original scientific illustrations and mercury vial framed with gilt foliate carvings & ebonized ...
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French Louis XVI Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Giltwood, Glass

18th Century English Treen Yew Wood Mortar and Pestle
Located in Stamford, CT
18th century English treen mortar and pestle hand turned and carved from yew wood with the rich and warm patina that only comes with age and use. Beautifully carved by hand from a si...
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English Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Yew

17th Century Thai Bronze Bust Of The Buddha
Located in Stamford, CT
A Thai bronze head of the Buddha. Sukothai period, late 16th-early 17th century. His face with serene expression, arched eyebrows above incised eyes a...
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Thai Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Bronze

Antique German Bible 1738 Martin Luther Old and New Testament European Germany
Located in Greer, SC
Collectible antique German Luther Bible, also known as " Lutherbibel " in Germany. The Lutherbibel is a German translation by the Protestant reformer Martin Luther, a New Testament t...
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German Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood, Paper

Ptolemaic Armillary Sphere, Charles-François Delamarche, Paris, ante 1798
Located in Milano, IT
Ptolemaic armillary sphere Charles-François Delamarche Paris, ante 1798 Wood and papier-mâché covered with printed and partly hand-colored paper It measures 16.37 in in height x Ø 10.94 in (41.60 cm - Ø 27.80 cm) It weights 2.33 lb (1,058 g) State of conservation: consistent with its age and use, the paper shows some signs of use, stains and abrasions. The sphere is Ptolemaic, with the Earth placed at its center, surrounded by the Moon and the Sun mounted on two metal arms. The sphere is composed of six horizontal and two vertical rings (armillae), each bearing graduations and its own name. The first horizontal ring is illegible. The others, in descending order are: North Pole, Tropic of Cancer, Equator, Tropic of Capricorn, South Pole. The vertical rings consist of two double meridians. The sphere is then connected to the large meridian by two pins, a vertical ring inserted perpendicularly into the circle of the Horizon, in turn supported by four semicircles connected to the turned and black-stained wooden base. Each element is covered with printed paper. It contains various pieces of information: latitudes, length of days, names and zodiac symbols, calendar, wind directions, etc. The vertical circles mention the latitudes and longitudes of different cities: Rome, Bordeaux, Madrid, Boston, Batavia (Jakarta), Acapulco, etc. Even the small terrestrial globe is covered with printed paper: continents and oceans appear with numerous geographical markings indicating the most recent explorations. In the Pacific Ocean, west of South America bears the following inscription: GLOBE TERRESTRIAL à Paris chez Delamarche Géog Rue du Foin Jacques Au Collège de M.e Gervais The North American coasts are well delineated and California appears correctly as a peninsula - reports from Spanish explorers in the region had given rise to confusion as to whether it was connected to the mainland or not. The geographical nature of California was confirmed after the explorations of Juan Bautista de Anza (1774-1776). Alaska is not described and is only partially traced; it would become part of the United States in 1867. Various Pacific islands are indicated. Australia (the name definitely used from 1824) is called "Nouvelle Hollande." Tasmania is still represented as a peninsula and this is an important detail for the dating of our armillary sphere. The island is separated from Australia by Bass Strait, which was crossed by Matthew Flinders for the first time in 1798, showing that it was not a peninsula. Delamarche certainly would not have waited a long time to update such an important geographical datum: presumably he did so shortly after receiving the news. Charles-François Delamarche (1740-1817) founded his laboratory around 1770 and, in a few years, he became the most famous French cartographer and globe maker between the 18th and 19th centuries. After having acquired the laboratory of the late Didier Robert de Vaugondy (1723-1786; himself a renowned cartographer who continued the family business founded by his grandfather Nicolas Sanson in the seventeenth century) and after having purchased, between 1788 and around 1800, the businesses of Jean-Baptiste Fortin (1750-1831) and Jean Lattré (around 1750-1800), he began to call himself "Successeur de MM. Sanson and Robert de Vaugondi, Géographes du Roi and de M. Fortin, Ingénieur-mécanicien du Roi pour les globes et les sphères." Thus, at the end of the eighteenth century, Delamarche possessed the warehouse stocks, as well as the manufacturing skills of the globes of his main rivals in Paris. In addition to this aggressive acquisition policy, the key to its success also lay in the combination of high-quality cartography combined with extremely attractive globes and armillary spheres; and, of course, its famous red paint finishing touch. His laboratory was located on Rue de Foin St Jacques "au Collège Me. (or "Mtre") Gervais" in the Latin Quarter of Paris until around 1805, when he moved to rue du Jardinet No. 13. On the death of Charles-François in 1817, the reins of the company passed to his son Félix (1779-1835), who continued to publish, often in collaboration with the engraver Charles Dien, Sr. In 1835 the company first moved to rue du Jardinet No. 12 and a little later to rue du Battoir No. 7. Bibliography: Dekker, Elly, et al. Globes at Greenwich...
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French Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood, Paper

Gorgeous 18th Century Baroque South American Floral Shrine
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
Lovely 18th Century shrine in polychrome cedar. Rectangular box, topped by a cut pediment carved with flowers, flanked by a pair of tips – like simplified obelisks. Sides and pair of...
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Brazilian Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Cedar

Original Antique Map of Arabia and the Red Sea, circa 1750
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Carte de la Coste d'Arabie (..) - Kaart van de Kust van Arabië (..)'. This is a Dutch version, engraved by J. van Schley, of Bellin's map of Arabia and the Red Sea...
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Dutch Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Rare Unusual Antique Map of Asia with a Landbridge from Korea to America, 1717
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'L'Asie Suivant les Nouvelles Decouvertes (..).' Interesting and very unusual map of the Asian continent. The map is based primarily on Dutch sources, particular...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Cross of Caravaca 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Cross of caravaca xvii century Very beautiful cross of Caravaca made in bronze. 17th century. Measurements: 12 x 6cm Good condition.
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Italian Gothic Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Bronze

The Workes of our Ancient and Learned English Poet, Geffrey Chaucer
Located in Middletown, NY
Chaucer, Geoffrey The Workes of our Ancient and Learned English Poet, Geffrey Chaucer, Newly Printed London: Adam Islip, 1602. Second Edition. Folio, 13 x 8 3/4 inches (328 x 223 ...
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English Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Gold Leaf

1780s French Hand-carved Oak Balustrade
Located in High Point, NC
This 1780s French hand-carved oak balustrade showcases the refined craftsmanship and architectural elegance of the late 18th century. Made from solid oak with a warm, time-softened p...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Oak

A devotional wall-mounted dedicated to Saint Michael. Italy, 17th century.
Located in Milan, IT
A devotional shrine, a Memento Mori, crafted from fruitwood with two juxtaposed panels hinged at the base, and crowned with a metal flame. The back features a hole for the nail used ...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

18th Century Spanish Colonial Church Altar Table now Sideboard Server
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent rustic Spanish Colonial antique, circa 1725, church altar with remarkable patina and detailing. Hand-crafted in the first half of the 18th century, most likely commissioned by the Spanish Empire for use in a Colonial religious Mission, now fashioned with later antique elements and repurposed for use as a sideboard. The scarce Baroque period ecclesiastical architectural church altar presents with a raised gallery shelf back topped with a single board, over a massive, thick pine plank wooden slab top, featuring impressive rich patina, rustic charm and antique character. Mounted over the distinctive architectural trapezoid shaped molded base with rich hand carved and polychrome painted decoration, including the sophisticated original Italian / European inspired trompe-l'œil marbleizing finish, which was a variety of faux painting techniques used only by highly skilled artisans to create the distinctive and varied patterns of marble, in an effort to reproduce the colors, veining and luster of real marble or other building materials. Rising on solid supports enhanced with recessed paneling, smooth rounded corners and edge work and stepped molded trim. Beautiful, nicely aged patina over the whole, highly desirable heavily worn, naturally distressed, chippy paint craquelure finish that has been stabilized to minimize further loss, that does not detect from the aesthetics or functionality, but only adds to the overall elegant warmth and rich historical depth, that can only be acquired over three centuries. Very strong, sturdy, stable. Delivered cleaned, hand waxed, luminous polished French patina finish, ready for immediate use, and many more years of generational enjoyment. Dimensions: (approx) 37.25" High, 62" Wide, 27" Deep The large size, and substantial proportions, make this excellent for a variety of different uses, including as a distinctive buffet table or server, credenza, oversized console, farmhouse kitchen...
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Central American Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood, Pine, Paint

Exceptional 18th Century French Stone Baptismal Font
Located in Round Top, TX
An exceptional 18th century stone Baptismal font from the South of France. Beautifully hand-sculpted with a sensational patina. Perfect as a water...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Stone

Antique Map Illustrating Solar Eclipses by Scherer, C.1703
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map of an hemisphere and several figures illustrating the position of the earth, moon and sun. Printed for Scherer's 'Atlas Novus' (1702-1710). Artists and Engravers: Heinrich Scherer (1628-1704) was a Professor of Hebrew, Mathematics and Ethics at the University of Dillingen until about 1680. Thereafter he obtained important positions as Official Tutor to the Royal Princes...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

18th-Century Biblical Map of the Colonies of Ham: Africa, Middle East and Beyond
Located in Langweer, NL
This map, titled "A Map of the Colonies of the Descendants of Ham," dates to around 1790. It illustrates regions in Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Europe that were traditional...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

1705 Golfe de Mexico and Florida Framed Map
Located in Stamford, CT
Framed map of Mexico & Florida circa 1705, Paris. Small map with Mexico and the Gulf Coast. Inset text indicating Panama, Acapulco, Mexico City and the Mississippi. Extends North to ...
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French Spanish Colonial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Antique Map of Greece by Allard (c.1698)
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Hellas seu Graecia Universa' Detailed map of Greece, with Crete, the Aegean Islands, and part of Turkey. With two cartouches, compass rose and scale. Carolus Alla...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Japanese Isles Map by Mallet, 1683 – Decorative Miniature Map
Located in Langweer, NL
1683 Map of Japan Isles by Mallet – Decorative Miniature Map This is an original antique map titled “Isles du Japon,” created by Alain Manesson Mallet and published in Paris in 1683...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of Eastern Mediterranean and Asia Minor by a Benedictine, c.1725
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Byzondere Afbeelding der Landschappen, van de Apostelen bevaren en doorwandelt om het Evangelium J. C. te Prediken.' Map of the lands travelled by the Apostles to...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

18th Century Carved Oak Statue Depicting St. Bartholomew
Located in Dallas, TX
This tall French statue of St. Bartholomew was hand-carved from oak in the 1700’s. This depiction of St. Bartholomew is not often seen in art, except for one of the most well known r...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Oak

18th century Portrait of Lady Oil on Canvas in Giltwood Frame
Located in Savannah, GA
English oil on canvas portrait dating from the late 1700s painted in the manor of Joshua Reynolds. We believe the giltwood frame could be the original as it is right for the period. ...
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English Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Canvas, Wood

Antique Religion Print Showing Rituals Ceremonies for the Death of a Pope 1724
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique religion print depicting rituals and ceremonies for the death of the Pope. Originates from 'Ceremonies et coutumes Religieuses...' , by A. Moubach. Artists and Engrave...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Original 16th Century Engraving of a Medieval Tournament, ca.1578
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Das rennen und stechen'. Engraving of a Medieval tournament. This print originates from 'Thurnier Buch. Von Anfang, Ursachen, ursprung und herkommen (..)' b...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

1758 Map of Saint Kitts – St. Christophe, Antique French Engraving
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Saint Kitts (St. Christophe), circa 1758 This is an antique French map titled *Carte de l'Isle St. Christophe*, engraved by Jacques-Nicolas Bellin and published around 1758 f...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of the Saxony Region Germany by F. de Wit, circa 1680
Located in Langweer, NL
A detailed map of a region in eastern Germany. Cartouches depict coat of arms surrounded by cherubs. The map is fully engraved with towns, political boundaries, rivers and forests. P...
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Dutch Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

17thC faux marble altar
Located in Livorno, IT
Wooden altar of late 17thC richly decorated. Polychrome faux marble lacquer, embellished with carvings depicting putti with typical aesthetic characteristics of 17th-century Baroque....
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Italian Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood, Hardwood, Walnut

18th Century Italian Carved Giltwood Church Torchère Converted to Floor Lamp
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Tall giltwood church torchère with deep foliate carvings, Italy late 18th century. This piece is finely hand carved in precise detail with deep foliate carvings decorated with acanth...
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Italian Louis XVI Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Silk, Giltwood

Hand bell or bell, “from Malinas”. Bronze. 16th century.
Located in Madrid, ES
Hand bell or bell, “from Malinas”. Bronze. 16th century. Hand bell with clapper made of bronze and decorated on the outside with a slight relief. The base has, between bands, an ins...
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European Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Bronze, Other

Colonial Silver VOC East-India Company Ingot
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A silver 'V.O.C. AMSTERDAM' ingot circa 1738, with monogram and the assay mark of the Amsterdam Grill family With V.O.C. monogram and the A for Amsterdam. L. approx. 15.5 cm Weight approx. 2000 grams Note: The ingots were salvaged in 2004 from the wreck of the VOC indiaman Rooswijk, equipped by the Amsterdam VOC Chamber. The Rooswijk sank on its second voyage to the Dutch East Indies off the English coast on the Goodwin Sands...
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Dutch Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Sterling Silver

1717 Johannes Van Keulen Sea Chart of the Eastern Atlantic - Amsterdam to Gambia
Located in Langweer, NL
1717 Johannes Van Keulen Sea Chart of the Eastern Atlantic - Amsterdam to Gambia This 1717 sea chart by Johannes Van Keulen, titled "Nieuwe Paskaert vande ...
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Dutch Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Navigating the Spice Trade: A Maritime Chart of the Banda Sea, 1799
Located in Langweer, NL
This original antique map is an 18th-century nautical chart by Laurie & Whittle, a well-known British firm that was involved in the publication of maps, charts, and maritime books. ...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Martinique Map by Rigobert Bonne – French Antique Map, c.1768
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Martinique by Rigobert Bonne, circa 1768 This is a detailed antique map of Martinique titled “Isle de la Martinique,” engraved by Rigobert Bonne around 1768 for the Atlas Encyclopédique. Bonne, a renowned French hydrographer and successor to Bellin, is celebrated for his scientifically precise and elegantly engraved maps. The map shows Martinique with its mountainous interior, rivers, and settlements labelled, including Fort Royal, Fort St. Pierre, Le Marin, and Le Prêcheur. Coastal features, bays, and capes are marked, along with anchorages important for maritime navigation in the 18th century. The depiction includes relief shown pictorially, characteristic of Bonne’s cartographic style, enhancing both geographic understanding and aesthetic appeal. This copperplate engraving retains original hand colouring outlining the coastlines in delicate blue and brown tones, typical for the period. It served as a key reference for scholars, navigators, and colonial administrators during France’s colonial presence in the Caribbean. Condition: Good condition overall. A strong impression with bright, original hand-colour outlines. General age toning, faint offsetting, and a vertical fold as issued in the atlas. Margins ample all around for framing. Framing suggestions: This historic Caribbean map...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

18th Century Silver Butterfield Dial By Langlois Paris
By Pierre Langlois
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A fine example of a silver Butterfield type sundial in the original green shagreen case. The finely engraved dial has Premier cadran (first dial) engraved with the city names and lat...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Silver

Saint Jerome. Oil on slatted panel. Surroundings of KEY, Willem. 16th century.
Located in Madrid, ES
Saint Jerome. Oil on slatted panel. Surroundings of KEY, Willem. 16th century. With monogram (illegible) and dated (right ear of the saint). Oil on oak panel showing a thin, elderl...
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European Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Other

Italian, 18th Century, Baroque Painted Metal Procession Cross
Located in Buisson, FR
Lovely baroque painted metal procession cross with a great patina. Italy circa 1750. weathered and small losses. Measurements include the wooden base. H:42cm W:28,5cm D:9cm
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Italian Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

Original Antique Hand- Map of Africa by Allard 1697
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Novissima et Perfectissima Africae (..)'. Beautiful large map of Africa. This is the 3rd state of the map, with climate notation add...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Large Rhine River Map, Moselle and Meuse, by Willem Blaeu, Hand-coloured - 1640
Located in Langweer, NL
Rhine River & Tributaries Antique Map by Willem Blaeu, c.1640 This spectacular mid-seventeenth-century copper-engraved map, titled in Latin “Rhenus Fluvio...
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Dutch Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Rare 1699 Map of the Failed Scottish Colony of Caledonia in Panama
Located in Langweer, NL
Rare 1699 Map of the Failed Scottish Colony of Caledonia in Panama This scarce and historically fascinating map, titled 'The Scots Settlement in America or New Caledonia A.D. 1699',...
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English Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

New Map of North America from the Latest Discoveries, 1763
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique 18th century map of the North American seaboard. Entitled "A New Map of North America from the Latest Discoveries 1763". By the Cartographer/Engraver - John Spil...
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English Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

18th Century Flemish Wood Carved Nativity Angels
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Superb pair of nativity angels. Wood carved with layers of original paint and gesso. Found in a church attic in Belgium. Fantastic craftsmanship and emo...
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Belgian Folk Art Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Gesso, Wood

A Double Barrel Flintlock Sporting Gun
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A fine example of a double barrel flintlock sporting gun by Probin, London. The browned barrels and the locks are both signed, good colour walnut stock. circa 1795 Barrel length 83c...
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English Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Steel

Celestial Table Globe, Charles-François Delamarche, Paris, 1791
Located in Milano, IT
Celestial table globe Charles-François Delamarche Paris, 1791 It measures: 17.13 in in height, Ø max 27.7 in; the sphere Ø 7.09 in (h 43.5 cm x Ø max 27.7 cm; the sphere Ø 18 cm). W...
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French Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

18th Century Italian Antique Kneeler Solid Walnut Wood
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We offer this antique Italian kneeler dating to the first quarter of the 18th century at a great price. Made of solid walnut, this kneeler is larger than traditional bedroom kneelers...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Walnut

Hand-Colored Dutch Map of Ancient Israel Divided by the Twelve Tribes – c.1730
Located in Langweer, NL
Hand-Colored Dutch Map of Ancient Israel Divided by the Twelve Tribes – After Ezekiel, c.1730 This beautifully hand-colored antique map is titled "Ontwerp en Erfdeeling van’t Land K...
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Dutch Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

18th Century Set of 15 French Leather Bound Books
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A rare set of 15 French decorative antique leather-bound library books. The books are wrapped in leather all around and are comprised of a selection of warm tones featuring gold leaf...
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French Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Paper

1700s Colonial Hand-Forged Strongbox Verdigris Green Jewelry Table Chest Safe
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Hand Wrought Lock Box. Beautiful patina. Painted inside with date, which is after the original creation date. Box W 13.25 x D 10 x H 10 in. Key L 4 in.
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American American Colonial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

Antique World Map with Astronomical Spheres by Pierre Mortier, Amsterdam, c.1700
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique World Map with Astronomical Spheres by Pierre Mortier, Amsterdam, circa 1700 This fascinating antique world map titled "Carte générale du monde, ou description du monde terr...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Monumental Pair of Medieval Antique Italian Church Armorial Shields
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent pair of large one-of-a-kind medieval Italian armorial shield church architectural elements. Dating to around the late 15th century, hand-crafted in Italy, most impressive size, standing over 6-feet tall, bow front shaped shield form, polychrome painted Memento Mori - The Wars of the...
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Italian Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood, Paint

18th Century Italian Carved Painted Wood Reliquary Altar Figure Bust Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A remarkable pair of scarce large Italian Baroque period carved and painted wood church altar reliquary busts. Born in Italy in the 18th century / possibly late 17th century, figural form, each hand carved from a single log, modeled as opposing figures, parcel gilt polychrome decorated, hollowed central cavity with original glazed glass relic viewing panel, rising on integral marbleized scroll foot base. Dimensions: (each) 21.25" Tall, 8.5" Wide, 8" Deep; 16.25lbs Total Condition Report: Very good original unrestored antique condition with beautifully aged patina. Wear consistent with age and use, including scattered nicks, chips, and chippy paint losses. One glazed panel with losses to sides. Overall in great shape, strong, sturdy, stable, and structurally sound. Presents splendidly We here at Lynx Hollow Antiques absolutely love decorating with religious antiques! From an antique altarpiece, tabernacle, reredos, shrine niche, baptismal font, crucifix, santo statue, icon, religious folk art, retablo, monastery table to church architectural elements...
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Italian Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Blown Glass, Wood

Antique Engraving of the Statue of the Mythologic Hero Meleager, Rome. 1660
Located in Langweer, NL
Description: Antique print, titled: 'Meleager in Aedibus Pichinys.' Statue of Meleager in Rome. In Greek mythology, Meleager was a hero venerated in his temenos at Calydon in Aetolia. He was already famed as the host of the Calydonian boar hunt in the epic tradition that was reworked by Homer. From the 1660 Dutch edition of 'Icones et Segmenta Nobil. Signorum et Statuarum quae Romae extant' by Francois Perrier...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of the Burgundy Region by Mallet, c.1683
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Royaume de Bourgogne sous la seconde Race des Roys de France'. Detailed miniature map of the Burgundy region, France. Originates from Mallet's 'Description de l'U...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

17th Century Italian Rare Carved Walnut Antique Kneeler
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Rare antique Italian kneeler, Mid-17th Century Louis XIV. Made of solid walnut with relief decoration carved into the wood. In the part dedicated to the knees there is a compartment. Of great value all the hand forged iron part of the escutcheons and fantastic large antique keys...
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Italian Louis XIV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Walnut

Dictionary of English Furniture (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
The Dictionary of English Furniture from the Middle Ages to the late Georgian Period, by Percy Macquoid & Ralph Edwards. This is the first edition from 1927 and can be regarded as th...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

HABINGTON, William. The Historie Of Edward The Fourth - FIRST EDITION - 1640
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: HABINGTON, William. TITLE: The Historie Of Edward The Fourth, King Of England. PUBLISHER: London: by Tho. Cotes, for William Cooke, 1640. DESCRIPTION: FIRST EDITION. 1 vo...
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American Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather

Antique Print of French Garden Design by Le Rouge, 1776
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Jardins de la Maison de Neuilly'. Copper engraving showing the design of a garden in France. This print originates from 'Jardins Anglo-Chinois à la Mode' by...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Italian 17th Century "Mannequin De Presentation"
Located in Round Top, TX
A stunning 17th century "Mannequin De Presentation" from Northern Italy. Wonderfully constructed from polychromed wood with a very handsome face, articulating body and sulfur eyes. T...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

18th Century French Louis XVI Giltwood Barometer
Located in Sheffield, MA
A stunningly beautiful 18th century French gold gilt barometer is a weather instrument with mercury-filled glass thermometer still in working order...
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French Louis XVI Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

1722 Fables of Aesop and Others
By Samuel Croxall
Located in Bath, GB
The very scarce first edition of Samuel Croxall's translation of the fables of Aesop, illustrated throughout and in a handsome full calf binding. The very scarce first Croxall trans...
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British Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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Antique Map of the North Pole by V.M. Coronelli, circa 1692
Located in Langweer, NL
Globe gore by Vincenzo Maria Coronelli shows the North Pole with the coasts of Canada, Greenland, Scandinavia and Siberia, and is decorated with pictorial scenes of bear, seal and wh...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Collectibles and Curiosities

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