Rare child-sized mannequin from France; circa 1920's or earlier. Marked "26" on the front; hand-sewn linen covered body has some minor staining; overall a wonderful decorative piece. Approximately 44" tall on stand (can extend up). Body is 22" long, waist is 23-1/2" around, bust 26", hips 29". Very charming dress form!
Wonderful aqua blue-green color to this vintage French flowerpot. Marked on the bottom, "992, St. Clement-France, 3". A few very minor rough spots along the rim, overall great condition. Measures approx 7" across, 5-3/4" high.
This beautiful footed plate or "compotier" is in wonderful shape. The design is a bird on a branch with grapes or berries, the blue color is vibrant, there are no chips or cracks. There is some browning from age and there are two very tiny rough spots along the rim which appear to be manufacturing flaws. Measures approximately 8-1/2 inches across & stands 2 inches high. Marked on the bottom, "Terre de Fer, P. Dauphin, 34, Rue de Sevres, Paris." A very charming serving piece!
This adorable set of puzzle blocks, circa 1930-40's, has all of its original paper pictures. Purchased in France, the paper box measures 9-3/4" x 6". The blocks measure a little more than 1-3/4" square. Six scenes in all (the cover of the cardboard box counts as one) the colors are vibrant & the images represent children playing during different seasons - children at the beach, picking apples, playing music outdoors, running track & field, having a picnic & skiing - such a charming set...
This beautiful footed plate or "compotier" has a fantastic art deco pattern in a beautiful violet blue color. There are no chips, but there is crazing & browning throughout. There are two small hairline cracks (see photos), but the piece is solid & definitely usable. Measures approximately 9 inches across & stands 1-1/2 inches high. Marked on the bottom, "Service Tolga, H.B.C.M., France" and the number 2, there is also what looks to be "D2"...
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The Bussoz Finale foosball or babyfoot is considered one of the most stylish designs created; with its aluminum corner ashtrays stamped "Bussoz, 75 Rue de Clignacourt, Paris, 18." All original with chromed wire goals, hand-painted aluminum players, hardwood construction including hardwood ball return ramps. Excellent overall condition. Circa late 1950's / early 1960's.
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An excellent example of the classic B60 Bonzini bar model - moderate fade on red trim & black feet. Typical solid construction with telescoping control rods, hand-painted aluminum players, linoleum playing field. Typical minor burns next to ashtrays.
Dimensions: 37" high, 60" long, 42" wide, approx 175 lbs.
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This champagne bucket is truly a unique find. Shaped like a wine glass, we've never seen one in this exact design before. It has a good weight to it, silverplate over brass. Circa 1960's. Measures 13-3/4" tall, 8-1/2" diameter at top, 7-1/4" diameter at the base.
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This wonderful double-sided enamel sign from France is quite an amazing find. It is in great condition for its age with a red background and white lettering. There are light scratches and a few areas where enamel is missing, mostly along the edges & along the side where you hang it, but nothing at all to detract from the charm of this vintage sign. This is not a reproduction. Measures approximately 15-1/2 inches by 10 inches.
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Amazing find! Beautiful vintage double sided school poster from France - was used in classroom for lessons circa 1940's-50's. In good overall condition for its age - some edgewear & light scuffs - nothing major. Also marked "Editions Rossignol Montmorillon Vienne." This is poster #17/18 "La Giroflee" & "Le Coquelicot". Measures 35-1/2" x 29-1/2" (90cm x 75cm).
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Wonderful champagne ice bucket, or "seau" circa 1950's/60's, from France. To advertise their product, champagne houses would give these buckets to restaurants as a point of sale item, they were not sold. This bucket was never circulated - it is NOS (new old stock). Marked "Duminy" in enamel, "Champagne" & "Ay" Nice rolled handles. Chrome over brass; measures 8" tall 7-3/4" across.
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Vintage buttons from France on original cards. Adorable images of animals from different fables. Buttons vary in size & color. Cards measure 3-1/4" by 1-3/4". Marked Iminacre & original price of 1 F.
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Incredible find! This is a beautifully crafted Victorian or Gothic French wax baby boy saint/funeral mourning doll. Stunning boy figure features a white gown with a white rope tie. He is a hard wax figure with glass eyes, painted eyebrows and hair. He is lying on a bed of dried moss and faux flowers and fern. Fixed to a footed wooden base, with original glass dome...
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This delightful set of puzzle blocks, circa 1920-30's, has all of its original paper pictures. Purchased in France, the box measures 11-1/4" x 8-1/4". Normal wear from age & use, the strongman picture is torn in the bottom corner & has been taped back together, overall in wonderful condition. The blocks measure approx 1-3/4" square...
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Rare & unusual "Monzini" foosball game. Apparently a period copy-cat of the famous "Bonzini", this manufacturer cast their name in the chest of every hand-painted player. Same solid construction as the Bonzini with linoleum playing field and chromed telescoping control rods. Excellent overall condition. Circa late 1960's.
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This vintage wooden doll bed comes complete with original mattress & pillows & appears to be homemade. The mattress & bolster pillow are covered in an adorable fabric & stuffed with straw. The two end pillows are a satiny fabric & are stuffed with old down feathers. The bed itself is made of bent wood & has a wonderful patina to the blue & gray paint. There is some staining on all of the fabric & definite wear from age & use on the wood...
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Truly amazing find! This vintage porcelain child's tumbler has the most adorable images of cats and dogs. This one was for a boy named "Eugene." In wonderful condition with no chips or cracks. From France, circa 1900's-20's. Marked "Mehun, CP & Co, France". Measures approximately 3-1/2" high, 2-1/2" diameter. (Please see my other listings for two others in this set, "Gabriel" and "Henri".)