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Rare Antique Nuremberg Angel Tree Topper / Ornament – Christkindlesmarkt, Germany 1900s or older A rare and charming handmade Christmas tree topper or ornament, traditionally sold a...

Interior Narratives Author Sean Anderson, Foreword by Jeffrey Dungan, with Sam Cochran, Photographs by Haris Kenjar The first book by designer Anderson, featuring projects showcasing...

A Mood, A Thought, A Feeling: Interiors Author Young Huh, Foreword by Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott The first book from AD100 and Elle Decor A-List designer Huh is filled with h...

On Artistry: Architecture and Interiors Author Joan Craig and Craig & Co., with Judith Nasatir This stunning debut monograph celebrates the timeless architecture and interiors of Cr...

AUTHOR: DICKENS, Charles. TITLE: The Christmas Books: A Christmas Carol; The Chimes; The Battle of Life; Cricket on the Hearth; The Haunted Man and The Ghost's Bargain. PUBLISHER: ...

Antique Japanese Six Panel Room Divider Floor Screen.

Vintage Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Godron Ribbed Lighter with Louis Vuitton Brown Damier Case and Boxes Serviced Lighter A late-20th-century Cartier Serviced 18ct Gold Plated pocket l...

Explore the wondrous world of fungi, mushrooms, and mycelium in this captivating visual survey With millions of species worldwide, fungi and mushrooms are some of the most diverse l...

A richly textured celebration and guide to the deeply rooted, passionately inspired rituals connecting us to nature’s rhythms Once Around the Sun is a love letter to the seasons. Th...

Presenting 200 homes around the globe, mid-century to present, Architects’ Houses allows readers to step inside the minds of those who build our world When it comes to designing the...

A remarkable Torah volume produced by the Société Encyclopédique Française in 1966, distinguished by its copper and silver binding crafted after an 18th‑century Polish model. The cov...

TITLE Vintage Cartier 18ct Gold-Plated Godron Lighter with Yves Saint Laurent Cigarette Case & Box DESCRIPTION An elegant pairing of vintage accessories from Cartier and Yves Saint ...

An expertly curated and extraordinary collection of more than 170 sweet and savory baking recipes to mark festive events, celebrations, and cultural traditions around the world For ...

Each playing piece is constructed with a hand-carved bovine bone face dovetailed onto an organic bamboo backing. The complete 144-piece inventory encompasses the full complement of c...

A comprehensive monograph on the visionary designer Mathieu Lehanneur, whose nature-inspired work blurs the boundaries between art and science Mathieu Lehanneur’s multidisciplinary ...

Discover 100 delicious, globally-inspired recipes for perfect roasting and rotisserie cooking at home, from the kitchens of Larousse Roast celebrates the transformative magic of ove...

An attractive vintage terrestrial globe by Columbus-Verlag Paul Oestergaard K.G., Berlin and Stuttgart, mounted on a turned wooden base with a metal meridian. Measuring 41 cm or 16.1...

An in-depth, illustrated exploration of Japanese homes designed by contemporary architects This carefully curated survey invites readers inside 35 remarkable Japanese houses ranging...

Rare Antique Nuremberg Angel Tree Topper / Ornament – Christkindlesmarkt, Germany 1900s or older A rare and charming handmade Christmas tree topper or ornament, traditionally sold a...

This beautiful volume is a 1983 limited-run presentation edition of The Times Atlas of the World, produced in collaboration with The Royal Geographical Society (RGS). This presentati...

A French Library Globe on a decorative cast iron base by the leading Paris Globe Publishers, J. Lebegue & Cie, circa 1880 in date. The patented globe was published (globe terres...

Manuscript in Armenian script, dated 1827, with internal reference to Alaghzghats (Elazığ/Mezre, historically associated with Kharpert/Harput in present-day eastern Turkey). Approxim...

Terrestrial globe edited in the 1920s by French geographer J. Forest; in addition to the spatial map, ocean currents and major trade routes of the period are depicted. A sphere made ...

This rare folding screen, or room divider, is a distinctive piece that blends historical reference with mid-century craftsmanship. The screen comprises four individual rectangular pa...

Adam Rouilly Medical Section Through Head Plate No 15. What a wonderful visual statement. This hand-crafted, bespoke framed example of an early 20th-century human head section stan...

Rare and massive lot of composition gold leaf, approx. 8000 sheets. Includes: 11 intact packets (Hastings & Co, Made in Germany and Italy, 500 Sheets), 5 Open packets (equivale...

Antique Blaeu Map of China, Japan & Korea, Exotic Cartouches & Ships, c.1642 A highly desirable and visually striking map of East Asia, centered on China and extending to Ko...

A striking illustrated survey of contemporary women artists in Iran and the diaspora, from the late 1960s to today The work of women artists from Iran and the diaspora crosses mediu...

A pair of bedside tables / nightstands from the 1950's. The nightstands are in an oak wood with patinated brass pulls. In very good original condition with light wear on the wood fro...

More than 50 authentic, elegant recipes for classic Tuscan dishes, presented by the ultimate authority in Italian home cooking Experience Tuscany’s renowned cuisine with this evocative cookbook from the Silver Spoon...

American Civil War “Seat of War” Map, Published Just After Bull Run, 1861 Description: An important and highly detailed original map published at the outbreak of the American Civil ...

An 18th Century Dutch Folio Bible With New & Old Testament. Features a thick leather bound exterior with tooled leather, brass clasps and bracket. Often referred to as a "Keur...

Small German globe published by Columbus Schulerglobus, cartographer Prof. Paul Oestergaard, Berlin and Stuttgart, in the 1930s. Base made of turned and ebonized wood. Bon état. Dime...

A set of four antique cloth bound Bird and Nature Study Books dating from 1909 to 1935. A nice addition to a home library or for a desktop display. Bound in red or green. “Manual ...

This 19th-century antique Italian celestial globe on a turned wood floor stand is a captivating decorative statement piece, blending early astronomy charm with a rare historical gravitas and a distinct Grand Tour aesthetic. Dating to the first half of the 1800s, this standing constellation sphere features entirely hand-painted paper gores over a gesso core, supported by a beautifully crafted solid hardwood tripod base. It represents an exceptional acquisition for interior designers and discerning collectors seeking an authentic conversational antique with an understated, historic palazzo character and Wunderkammer appeal.  Aristocratic Provenance & Tuscan Estate Heritage Lineage This exceptional library globe comes with an immaculate heritage, sourced directly from a historic private villa in Tuscany, Italy. It belongs to a prestigious noble family collection that has remained untouched for generations and is now being unveiled to the open market for the very first time. Its fresh-to-the-market status and pristine country-house provenance make it a highly desirable find for connoisseurs looking for authentic, untouched Italian history.  Astrological Artistry & Symbolism The star globe’s surface features hand-applied paper gores over a finely shaped gesso core, entirely hand-painted with tempera natural pigments illustrating the allegorical figures of the classical zodiac alongside other whimsical constellations. The globe acts as a visual map of the ancient night sky, coded according to ancient astrological planet governors including Leo, Scorpio, and Cancer.  A detail of supreme interest for collectors of early scientific instruments is the deliberate, sophisticated use of historical mineral pigments:  Cancer:Rendered in deep blue tones, symbolizing the Water element and its ruling celestial body, the Moon. Scorpio: Clothed in vivid, intense Mars red, honoring its ancient planetary ruler historically associated with fire and cosmic strength. The sphere is housed within a fully articulated iron meridian ring, which allows the globe to be adjusted for inclination and smoothly rotated on its own axis, preserving its full original mechanical functionality. As visible in the photographs, the paper gores display a gorgeous, authentic aged patina with honest signs of time, micro-flaking, and light wear that beautifully underscore its two centuries of history without affecting its structural stability. The sphere rests inside a deep walnut-toned horizon ring, supported by a masterfully turned central pillar and an elegant X-frame stretcher base. This specific format of library globe was highly coveted during the Grand Tour era, serving as both an intellectual tool and a sophisticated emblem of worldly travel for European aristocrats returning from their Italian journeys.  The Divine Perspective: The Mirror-Image Cosmocentric Geometry What elevates this specific sphere from a mere decorative object to an extraordinary artifact of early cosmological philosophy is the deliberate, sophisticated layout of its cartography. To the modern eye, the positioning of the constellations follows a deeply fascinating, counter-intuitive logic: the Taurus appears to the right of Cancer, while Sagittarius sits to the upper left of Capricorn. Far from being an artistic caprice, this layout strictly adheres to the ancient rules of "cosmocentric" cartography. Historically, celestial globes were designed to show the universe from a "divine perspective"—looking down at the heavens from the outside, rather than looking up from the Earth. This creates a brilliant mirror-image effect where the traditional East-West orientation of the night sky is flipped. Furthermore, the sweeping, sinuous body of the Hydra (the water serpent) winding its way toward the lower southern pole accurately mirrors the strict coordinate calculations of 17th and 18th-century star catalogues. This hidden layer of mathematical and philosophical history transforms the globe into an exceptional conversational centerpiece, bridging the gap between artistic imagination and the rigid geometry of Renaissance astronomy. Materials & Craftsmanship The monumental sphere is supported by a refined, masterfully turned tripod base crafted from solid elm wood. Elm was highly prized in traditional Italian cabinetmaking for its exceptional stability, resistance, and beautifully dramatic grain patterns. Originating from the scientific traditions of ancient Greece and elevated by the 17th-century cartographic workshops of Flanders, this 1800s Italian interpretation perfectly embodies the transition from a navigation tool to a symbol of intellectual curiosity and elite interior styling.  Condition Report & Structural Integrity *Overall State: In excellent, stable antique condition. The solid wood tripod stand is robust, structurally sound, and perfectly balanced. *Surface Patina: The hand-painted paper gores show a gorgeous, authentic age-formed patina and fine network of craquelure, displaying honest wear consistent with its 19th-century origin while remaining completely stable, intact, and well-fixed to the gesso base. Interior Design & Placement Concepts Thanks to its imposing silhouette and rich, warm wood tones, this antique floor globe...

The Most Beautiful Libraries of the World by Jacques Bosser Photographs by Guillaume De Laubier. Published by Thames & Hudson, London, 2003. Hardback in dust jacket. A breathtakin...

First edition, one of 2,000 copies, of this landmark exhibition catalog responsible for the international reassessment of Cuban-born, Mexican modernist designer Clara Porset (1895–19...

An exceptional signed example of Richard Avedon’s landmark April 1965 “Now” issue of Harper’s Bazaar, retaining the extremely scarce original lenticular eye in fully functional condi...

De Doorluchtige Weereld – S. de Vries, François Halma, Amsterdam, 1700 Magnificent and complete three-volume set of De Doorluchtige Weereld (The Illustrious World), written by S. de...

An extraordinary survey of ceramics spanning over thirty thousand years, curated by the famed artist and writer Edmund de Waal The history of ceramics is ingrained in the history of...

18th Century German Martin Luther Holy Bible. This is a rare 1733 German massive folio edition translated by Martin Luther and printed with numerous engravings in red and black by t...

Title: Rare 16th Century Map of the Holy Land and Palestine by Matthias Quad Description: This rare late sixteenth-century map titled Palaestina quae et Terra Sancta vel Terra Promi...

The first comprehensive overview of Charles and Ray Eames’s residential architecture The Eames Houses is the first comprehensive overview of Charles and Ray Eames’s residential arc...

Ancient Egypt – Nile Valley Map by d’Anville, Classical Antiquity, c.1765 This finely engraved map depicts Ancient Egypt as understood through classical sources, extending along the...

A vibrant, charming celebration of personal style from one of the fashion world’s brightest stars ‘Part scrapbook, part sketchbook, part sartorial manifesto…A fashion book that feel...

Three volumes documenting the conception, realization, and theoretical codification of the Museum of Modern Art's landmark 1932 Modern Architecture: International Exhibition—the exhi...

This is an antique reference book, The Vegetable World. An English, hardback by Louis Figuier, dating to the High Victorian period, printed in 1868. Full title: The Vegetable World;...

Survey of trends in modern architecture, furniture, and decorative arts, principally from Britain, Europe, the U.S., Latin America, and Japan, covering the years 1959-1960. Contains ...

Antique Celestial Map – Hemel Globe, Zodiac & Constellations by Halma, 1720 This striking double-hemisphere celestial chart, titled Hemel G...

A rare signed first edition of the first book by Dr. Suess, And To Think I Saw It On Mulberry Street, published New York: The Vanguard Press, 1937. Heavy wear to boards including pe...

Step back into the Golden Age of American Pin-Up and World War II history with this exceptionally rare, complete 1944 deck of Esquire Varga Pin-Up Playing Cards. Manufactured by the ...

Welcome the holiday season with this festive, interactive board book featuring an advent calendar full of surprises, a 3D gingerbread house, punch-out presents to wrap, and more! In...

Ralph Lauren A Way of Living: Home, Design, Inspiration Author Ralph Lauren A stunning celebration of Ralph Lauren’s signature home collections—including the designer’s own homes—which have inspired the world of interior design for nearly half a century. The cinematic vision of Ralph Lauren is brought to life with a stunning and intimately written book that spans decades of innovation and influence by the iconic American designer. Ralph Lauren: A Way of Living, published by Rizzoli New York, commemorates the 40th anniversary of the home collection with the first comprehensive volume dedicated to the signature style of Ralph Lauren and his pioneering lifestyle approach to design. From trailblazing innovations that revolutionized the home industry to conceptualizing residential retailing and perfecting the art of hospitality, Lauren has created a multifaceted world that evokes emotion and inspires a more beautiful way of life. This special volume presents a visual timeline of Ralph Lauren’s remarkable history as a lifestyle innovator. Lauren’s unparalleled ability to seamlessly blend fashion and the home is illustrated with the groundbreaking designs and innovative use of materials that have distinguished the home collection since its inception in 1983: menswear-inspired Oxford Cloth bedding that required the creation of special looms and took two years to refine; the sleek RL-CF1 chair, crafted of carbon fiber and inspired by Lauren’s McLaren F1 racecar; and an appreciation for a timeworn, weathered aesthetic, as exemplified in the iconic Writer’s Chair with its hand-burnished leather and rich patina. Historic achievements such as the opening of his first New York City flagship on Madison Avenue – which invited guests to experience the complete World of Ralph Lauren...

A Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Lighter . Sold With A Leather Cartier Fold Over Cigarette Case Circa 1980's, Made in Paris, France. Marked Cartier Paris To Lighter Base Does not come w...

This is a mid-century Italian French Louis XVI style hand painted wall paper folding screen or room divider. Each panel is a trompe l’oeil neoclassical seen mimicking architectural ...

A refined vintage double deck of playing cards by Must de Cartier, presented in its original Cartier red case. The fitted box is stamped in gold with the maison's signature garland border, and its soft suede-style interior with a satin-lined lid holds the two decks in separate compartments. One deck has a gold, leather-textured back and the other a Cartier red back, each embossed with the interlocking double C monogram in an oval and finished with decorative gilded corners. In very good condition for its age, with almost no wear to the box, a clean interior and both decks complete. A piece of quiet, understated luxury, well suited to a games table, library, bar cart or a considered gift, and a natural addition to a collection of Cartier objects or vintage desk accessories. Details: Creator: Cartier (Must de Cartier) Period: 1980s Place of Origin: France Contents: 2 decks of playing cards in the original fitted box Dimensions: W 10.8 cm (4.25 in) x D 6.4 cm (2.52 in) x H 3.2 cm (1.26 in) Materials and Techniques: Paper, cardboard, gold-tooled faux leather, suede-style textile, satin, gilt embossing Colors: Cartier red, gold, cream Style: Modern / Art de Vivre Condition: Very good vintage condition. The box shows almost no wear, the interior is clean and the cards are complete. Vintage smell, as expected with age. Please refer to the photographs, which form part of the condition report. Keywords: Cartier, Must de Cartier, Cartier playing cards, vintage playing cards, luxury card game, Cartier collectibles, French luxury, Cartier box, bridge cards...

Noted architect Thomas Kligerman celebrates the magic of summer, exploring the seaside setting and design of secluded cottages facing the Atlantic along the Rhode Island coast Summe...

Vintage Lake Tahoe Bird’s-Eye View Pictorial Map by Gerald A. Eddy, circa 1945 DESCRIPTION: Original vintage pictorial map of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding Sierra Nevada, painted b...

Welcome to surrealism. A rare, collectable, first edition, Salvador Dali art and recipe cookbook, 'Les Diners de Gala', 1971, Paris, France. (Copy/text is in English language.) A gre...

Rare 1793 Map of North America: French and Indian War Boundaries and Historical Notes This remarkable engraved map of North America, printed in 1793 by Emanuel Bowen and John Gibs...