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Spa box (not restored) decorated with vignettes on all sides painted in grisaille, representing the sites of the Spa surroundings. A drawer is hidden in the plinth. The original shape of this box and the almond ornamentations make it so charming. Some wear and small gaps. Beginning of the 19th century.
Dimension: W 6 3/4” x H 7” x D 6 3/4”
SEASHELLS CROWNS
Oceania, Tahiti. Crowns made of hundreds of very small seashells. Rare
WATER JUG
Earthenware water jug adorned with lambrequins and stylized floral motifs; orange pastillage and green frieze on the bottom of the body and decorated beak. An identical model is found in the Decorative Museum of Bordeaux (cf: Bordeaux earthenware in the service of health) described in this catalog as Hustin circa 1730. Very beautiful piece and above all in perfect condition! Dimensions H 10”; foot diameter 4”.
EMBROIDERY
18th century embroidery representing the Shroud of Turin in a frame from the same period. The colors are very fresh but there are some lacks in the silk however the whole is very charming.
BEADWORK
Pairs of beadwork representing a bouquet of flowers in a piedouche vase on a terrace of greenery. The finesse of these bouquets treated in miniature is admirable with a variation in the color of the vases. Original frame gilded with leaf, Empire period.
Dimensions, frame included W 7” x H 7”
CURRIER And IVES
ETHAN ALLEN in double harness, drawing by J. Cameron, published by Currier and Ives, 125 Nassau Street, New York. Hand colored. Ca 1875.
W:17”5/8. H:13”3/8. (paper dimensions)
Sold as is. Never been framed, two folds in the middle.
This lithography shows the driver Dan Mace and his stallion Ethan Allen trotting for victory, beating “Dexter” The King of the turf, during the fashion course in Long Island, June 21st 1867.
CURRIER And IVES
“DEXTER”The King of the turf, drawing by J. Cameron, published by Currier and Ives, 125 Nassau Street, New York. Hand colored. Ca 1875.
W:17”5/8. H:13”3/8. (paper dimensions)
Sold as is. Never been framed, two folds in the middle.
This lithography shows Budd Doble driving DEXTER during the fashion course in Long Island, June 21st 1867.
SAILING
Nice diorama showing a four masts barque entering the harbor.
Unavailable
WRITING BOX
Nice Travel Set or Captain’s Writing Box. Remarkable condition, original keys, hinges, hooks. Walnut or Mahogany or Teak.
18th century, France.
APOTHECARY JARS
Set of six blown glass apothecary jars, hand painted on a gold background. Original paint and gold rim on the lids. 18th century, France.
SAINT GEORGES
Alabaster sculpture depicting Saint George slaying the Dragon. Beautiful classical composition and well balanced. Good condition, small minor accidents including the feather of the helmet damaged on the back. Italy or Sicily, 18th century.
WEDDING BOX
Early 19th century hand painted wedding box from Normandy, France. Colorful exterior with botanical decor, flowers and green leaves. Original paint and lock closure. Exceptional dimensions. Good condition with traces of use.
Dimensions: 20” W. 12.5” H. 12.5” D.
DIORAMA
French 3 masts boat named Joséphine. Sailor’s craft work.
Mixed techniques.
Late 19th century.
NOTRE DAME DE PARIS
Charcoal on canvas showing Notre Dame de Paris. Signed on the bottom left : Old frame.
19th century.