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DESCRIPTION: This is a bona fide
museum artifact, extraordinaire. Probably executed sometime in the late
16th or early 17th century. The subject "Death Comes to the Rich
Man," is a wood and bone carving. It is done in 3 dimensional effect
and is hand carved. The artist was inspired by the Totentanz,
or "Dance of Death" by Hans Holbein the Younger, 1497-1543. This work is an
exquisite copy of woodcuts illustrating death coming to various persons,
kings, priests, sailors, children, and the rich man. The carving is
constructed of layers of wood and bone, it measures 5 ½ "x 6
½" and is 1" thick. The depth and overall perception is
fantastic. Over the centuries there has been some minor damage and some
gluing is evident, but overall this piece is in remarkable condition. Also
with this piece comes a small book filled with pictures of the other
woodcuts. There are 40 different pictures in the book. This article can be
considered an important art treasure of the western word and is worthy of
the finest art collection.
PRICE: $7,500.00 |
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JAGER MEERSCHAUM PIPE (Item OLD 1-4)
PRICE: $2,500
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18th Century Saxon Snuff Box (Item OLD 1-5) |
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DESCRIPTION: This pewter snuffbox is similar to the ones of Fredrich the Great at Sans Soucci, and is a classic example of the type used by officers of the Saxon Army Command. Military all the way, it bears the
Saxon Royal Military Arms with flags, swords, cannon, pikes, and the royal escutcheon. Floral
designs embellish the remainder of the box. It measures 3" x 1
3/4" and 1" deep. There is a slight, old repair to part of the inside hinge. This piece is in very nice condition and a true
museum relic of the Wars-of-1700's Europe.
PRICE: $995.00 |
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Stunning Bronze Statue (Item OLD 1-6; ART 9-2) |
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DESCRIPTION: This equestrian bronze study is as dramatic as they come. It depicts a Barbarian warrior who has captured the ultimate trophies of was as he casually rides his great steed back to his forest home. He may be of the tribe of Ostrogoth, Vandal, Visagoth, or even the Teutons of Cheruski fame. In any case he is the mighty warrior of the Barbarian period. From his clothing and helmet he is perceived to be a leader or chief. Such a leader was chosen by the other warriors for his fitness to lead them in war. The warriors in turn swore allegiance to their chief. Obviously Germanic by his long, braided hair style and Teutonic-style sword, he is no Hun (who were oriental). His shield is also an indication of his nationality and rank. He does not hesitate to display the trophies he has fought for and won. The most obvious is the damsel who is slung over his mount’s rear. She struggles to no avail. She will be sold into slavery or if comely enough, she may end up being the wife of this conqueror. Hanging from the animal-skin saddle blanket on the left side is the severed head of one of the tribal leaders of the enemy. This is a rather grisly trophy, but was quite customary in that dark age of brutal warfare. It did not pay to let your guard down in those days. Be vigilant and don’t lose your head! From the horse’s snout to the tip of his tail is about 20 inches. From the bottom of the base to the warrior’s helmet top is 17 1/2 inches. The base is 15 1/2 inches by about 6 inches. The artist was working in the Salon de Beaux Arts (Beautiful Art) in Brussels and Paris. Jules-Edmond Masson was a very famous sculptor who was the man who sculpted the famous statue of Napoleon Bonaparte mounted on his horse. Masson worked in Paris and Brussels between 1871 and 1900. During the period up to 1914 the French sculptors seemed to favor the Celtic and Germanic warriors as marshal subjects. This is an extremely rare subject and is historically important. It is the dream acquisition of the true Germanophile, for certain. It is a MAN’S STATUE!!! That sums up the warrior spirit of our race and our vengeance against all comers who would defile our customs and traditions. Kommt der Tag der Rache!
PRICE: SOLD |
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