VERY RARE ORIGINAL FRENCH ANTIQUE EARLY AIRPLANE PHOTO FRAME HOLDER WW1. In our Shop you will find hand picked antiques. FRENCH WW1 PHOTO FRAME. Stunning details with an early airplane please have a look at the photos. It is made of metal comes with a glass slide and a wooden background. Length: 8,2 inch 21cm. Width: 5,1 inch 13cm. Very good, solid, working with authentic traces of age. After the day receiving your object you can proof if. You want to keep it. Within 2 months you can easily send it back to us without a reason. _gsrx_vers_1266 GS 8.3.3 (1266).
Very Rare Mesolithic to Early Neolithic Fish Shape Stone Tool – Red Flint Artefact from Cromer Beach, Norfolk. This very rare Mesolithic to Early Neolithic fish-shaped stone tool is an extraordinary and authentic prehistoric artefact discovered on Cromer Beach, Norfolk -one of Britain’s most significant archaeological coastlines. Hand-crafted from red flint over 6,000 years ago, it stands as a remarkable example of early human creativity and technological skill. The specimen’s unique shape and fine workmanship mark it as a rare and possibly symbolic tool from the transitional era between the Mesolithic and Neolithic periods. The photograph shows the exact artefact you will receive. All of our artefacts are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. Archaeological and Cultural Context. The Mesolithic saw hunter-gatherers adapting to post-glacial environments, while the Early Neolithic marked the emergence of farming, animal domestication, and more permanent settlements. Tools from this transitional era often combine practicality with artistry, reflecting both functional and symbolic purposes. The Cromer coast of Norfolk is world-renowned for its prehistoric heritage, with layers of ancient landscapes exposed along its cliffs and beaches. Artefacts recovered from the area-flint blades, scrapers, microliths, and other worked tools-provide vital evidence of continuous human occupation from the Ice Age onward. This particular piece, shaped from deep reddish-brown flint, was likely made by coastal or riverside communities who relied heavily on fishing and hunting for sustenance. Its fish-like form may have been intentionally designed, possibly symbolising the importance of marine life to early cultures in the region. Material Composition and Geological Origin. The artefact is fashioned from red flint, a variant of microcrystalline quartz (SiO?) formed naturally within Upper Cretaceous Chalk formations found across East Anglia. The distinctive reddish hue derives from iron oxide inclusions within the flint matrix, created through ancient geochemical processes in marine sediments. This rich colouration, combined with flint’s hardness and predictable fracture pattern, made red flint a prized material for early toolmaking. Flint was valued by prehistoric peoples for its sharpness, strength, and ability to hold a keen edge. It was collected from natural deposits along riverbeds and coastlines such as those at Cromer, where natural nodules eroded from the chalk cliffs provided an ideal source. This particular specimen displays a deep, warm patina-a smooth, weathered finish formed through mineralisation over thousands of years in the region’s chalky, iron-rich soils. Manufacture and Distinctive Features. This fish-shaped red flint tool was expertly crafted through flint-knapping, a process involving controlled strikes with a hammerstone or antler billet to shape and refine the stone. The maker skillfully removed flakes to form a symmetrical outline reminiscent of a fish’s body, tapering to a defined point and slightly rounded end. Distinct features of this artefact include. A clearly worked body with bilateral symmetry, suggesting intentional shaping. A smooth, curved “tail” section and tapering “head” edge, indicating both function and aesthetic consideration. Visible flake scars and ripples, typical of expertly knapped flint. A fine patina with iron-stained inclusions, providing the striking red coloration. Its shape suggests that it may have served a multi-functional purpose -potentially as a scraper, cutting implement, or symbolic object related to fishing or water. The craftsmanship required to create a piece of this refinement implies both technical mastery and cultural intent. Cultural and Symbolic Significance. Fish-shaped artefacts are exceptionally rare in the prehistoric record and are believed to hold cultural or ritual significance. The association between fish and sustenance, fertility, and water likely made such forms deeply meaningful within early societies. This artefact may have been used both practically and symbolically, embodying the connection between coastal communities and the sea that sustained them. In Mesolithic and Neolithic Britain, fishing was vital for survival, and tools associated with nets, hooks, and watercraft were central to daily life. The artistic shaping of a utilitarian object into the form of a fish could signify reverence toward this essential resource. Alternatively, it may have served as a personal or tribal totem, marking social identity or spiritual belief. This artefact was found on Cromer Beach, Norfolk, a region famous for prehistoric discoveries such as the Cromer Forest Bed fossils and Stone Age artefacts. The site’s unique combination of marine erosion and geological preservation provides unparalleled access to ancient materials. Professionally identified as a Mesolithic to Early Neolithic flint artefact, it has been authenticated and is consistent with typological examples from known prehistoric contexts. Its exceptional preservation, distinctive red coloration, and unusual fish-like shape make it an extremely rare and desirable addition to any collection of Stone Age artefacts. Each specimen is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, verifying its age, provenance, and identification. This remarkable piece represents not only an extraordinary survival of early human craftsmanship but also a fascinating window into the artistry and symbolism of prehistoric life in coastal Britain. Artefact Type: Fish-Shaped Stone Tool. Cultural Period: Mesolithic to Early Neolithic c. Material: Red Flint (Iron Oxide-Rich Microcrystalline Quartz – SiO?). Function: Multi-purpose tool, scraper, or symbolic artefact. Origin: Cromer Beach, Norfolk, England. Condition: Excellent, with natural patina and clear worked edges. Authenticity: 100% genuine artefact – Certificate of Authenticity included.
Very Rare Early Heals Original Painted Antique Dressing Chest. A lovely very rare model of an early Heals antique dressing chest made in pine and cedar woods and still in the original paint finish. This rare Heals antique chest dates to 1910 and has three long and graduating drawers that all have the original cotton reel style handles. They three drawers run well and have fine, hand cut dovetails. To the chest top is a dressing mirror, the mirror can be angled to suit. All in excellent condition, a rare early Heals of London antique piece. Height: 136cm (53.97″) Width: 76.5cm (30.36″) Depth: 47cm (18.65). Height to the chest top is 84.5cm.
THIS HALLMARK WAS ONLY USED BETWEEN 29TH MAY 1837 TO 20TH JUNE 1837 LESS THAN A MONTH. Antique 188 Year Old Solid Silver basting, gravy or Stuffing Spoon, Fully Hallmarked For London 1837. Fully hallmarked For RICHARD BRITTON 1827 TO 1840 the hallmarks are very crisp & clear, making this a very collectable and much sought after Large Basting Spoon. The Basting Spoon is 30cm/11.75 inches Long, and weighs a very impressive 116gms, there is a monogramme to the handle with the letters AAH in script I believe, but please see pictures to confirm for yourself. The Hallmarks are clearly struck, the spoon is made of a very good gauge of silver. This Basting spoon is 188 years old and has been used, for its age it is in good Antique condition, no dinks or dents to the bowl very little sign of wear, surface scratching commensurate with age, nothing to spoil the over all look of the spoon. A VERY RARE AND COLLECTABLE SOLID SILVER BASTING/GRAVY SPOON FROM A FINE ENGLISH SILVERSMITH.
This beautiful and rare antique print is a must-have for collectors of art and history. Hand-painted in the early 1700s by J. Hackhofer Delin, Johann Jacob Kürner, C. Pfeffel, it depicts the Coronation Banquet for Joseph I. Frey Taffel, with intricate details that bring the scene to life. The print is framed and matted, measuring 30 inches in height and 25 inches in length, and is a medium-sized single piece. The print is an original and is believed to be from Italy, with a culture that is Viennese. It features a portrait orientation and is made of matte paper, ink, and paper. It is a perfect addition to any collection and is sure to impress.
Very Rare Dutch Solid Silver Thimble / Sewing Ring. From Georgian period c. About 250 yrs old genuine antique. Early Dutch open top sewing ring. Beautiful design with repousse motif of hares racing around the rim. Possibly used for more delicate embroidery work. Special Collectors or Museum piece. Height: 1.6cms; Dia. Design shows some wear commensurate with age with two small pinholes just above border from past use – see pictures. But generally round and in good condition.
Very Rare Welsh Early 19th Century Antique Lip-Work Armchair. This rare Welsh antique armchair is such a rare survivor, known as a Lip-Work chair, which is the technique of coiled wheat straw basketry which is bound together by canes of bramble and strips of holly bark with a wooden structure underneath. The original lining is period oil cloth, very similar to the fabric which was used to line Welsh coracle boats. This rare Welsh antique Lip Work armchair is a good full size and is in amazingly intact and strong condition. This model is almost identical to one shown in the Victor Chinnery Oak Furniture book. A rare early 19th century antique Lip Work straw chair that is in incredible condition. Height: 133cm (52.78″) Width: 75cm (29.76″) Depth: 88cm (34.92).
This is a super rare very early American Grinder in lovely used condition. Large impressive size and in a condition nice enough for people to know its old but still looking fantastic. Very nice example and very collectable.
A Very Rare Early Dutch Silver Novelty Miniature Windmill, c. B Jan Breda, Amsterdam. Good condition, Minor surface wear, no dents or clear scratches (See Pictures). DIRECTLY WITH ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS ITEM.
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