This painted lead fire mark, depicting the Royal Exchange Building, is from the Royal Exchange Assurance of Houses and Goods from Loss by Fire. Founded by royal charter in  More »

This painted lead fire mark, depicting the Royal Exchange Building, is from the Royal Exchange Assurance of Houses and Goods from Loss by Fire. Founded by royal charter in 1720 and itself ravaged by fire and destroyed in 1838. The fire mark was invented for the purpose of and used as a guide for the insurance sponsered fire brigades. If the brigade arrived on the scene and found that their office did not insure the risk, as evidenced by the absence of an appropriate fire mark, they went home again. A true historic curiosity. In excellent condition. The lead has darkened with some paint losses and flaking. H:9" W: 4" Circa 1800   « Less

We have for sale a Taxidermy by Frank Schwarz. The merganser in flight is framed and mounted under bubble plexiglass. It has a painted scene behind it. It has an old gild  More »

We have for sale a Taxidermy by Frank Schwarz. The merganser in flight is framed and mounted under bubble plexiglass. It has a painted scene behind it. It has an old gild black frame. I do not know the exact age, but it is in good condition. We believe this was done by the famous Frank Schwarz. He founded the Schwarz Studios in 1882. He was a German Immigrant and the Schwarg Studios was passed through 4 generations to become the oldest taxidermy operation in the United States. His clients included President Teddy Roosevelt, heads of other countries, L. Ross Fur Co., Adolphus Busch, Simmon's Hardware and special clients such as the board of education and the St. Louis Zoo. The Studio still operates at 1809 LaFayette Ave. in St.Louis by Paul Schwarz. This is a great item. It weighs 21 pounds and measures 28.5 x 36.875 x 10.5.We do have more photographs that we can email if you are interested. And if you have any questions please contact us by email or telephone before you purchase the item. Please view our Terms of Sale and Shipping policy. We only ship to the continental U.S. We do have a retail store and there are times the item may be sold through our store. We try to remove items immediately or the next day at the latest. Mixup's are bound to occur and if this happens we apologize for the confusion Status: For Sale Reference#: fsgf Condition: Extra Nice Year: Unknown Country: USA Height: 28.50 in. (72.39 cm) Depth: 10.50 in. (26.67 cm) Width: 36.75 in. (93.35 cm) Weight: 21 Title: Frank Schwarz Framed Taxidermy Bubble Merganser   « Less

Antique Chinese Bird cage, made of wood and Bamboo, complete with original, two blue porcelan water bowls and perching stick. All working parts are in good condition, the  More »

Antique Chinese Bird cage, made of wood and Bamboo, complete with original, two blue porcelan water bowls and perching stick. All working parts are in good condition, the bottom will open, the cage door opens and top mounted hardware all in good shape. Shanghai China, circa 1900s. Antique Bird cages, especaily Chinese antique bird cages are very collectable. This is an excellent example for collection base, or use. Size Overall Dimensions 24" H X 12" Dia 61.0cm H X 30.5cm Dia.   « Less

17th Century English Ivory Flea Trap from great plague of london 1664-1666.Was appraised in 2005 for $25,000.

17th Century English Ivory Flea Trap from great plague of london 1664-1666.Was appraised in 2005 for $25,000.   « Less

Sarawak Borneo. Size: 16.5 x 9.5 cm / 6.5 x 3.7 inches Please view my photos below to appreciate, thanks! I will be using Registered Mail, 14 working days worldwide,  More »

Sarawak Borneo. Size: 16.5 x 9.5 cm / 6.5 x 3.7 inches Please view my photos below to appreciate, thanks! I will be using Registered Mail, 14 working days worldwide, insurance included.   « Less

Sarawak Borneo. Size: 11 x 10 cm / 4.3 x 3.9 inches Please view my photos below to appreciate, thanks! I will be using Registered Mail, 14 working days worldwide, insurance  More »

Sarawak Borneo. Size: 11 x 10 cm / 4.3 x 3.9 inches Please view my photos below to appreciate, thanks! I will be using Registered Mail, 14 working days worldwide, insurance included   « Less

Circa 1970. Height: 54 cm / 21.3 inches Width: 48 cm / 18.9 inches Weight: 2.3 kg / 4.8 lb After packing: 4 kg / 8.8 lb Shipping method: Shipping by courier, DHL for USA and  More »

Circa 1970. Height: 54 cm / 21.3 inches Width: 48 cm / 18.9 inches Weight: 2.3 kg / 4.8 lb After packing: 4 kg / 8.8 lb Shipping method: Shipping by courier, DHL for USA and Canada.   « Less

Circa 1970. Height: 50 cm / 19.7 inches Width: 45 cm / 17.7 inches Weight: 2.2 kg / 4.8 lb After packing: 4 kg / 8.8 lb Shipping method: Shipping by courier, DHL for USA and  More »

Circa 1970. Height: 50 cm / 19.7 inches Width: 45 cm / 17.7 inches Weight: 2.2 kg / 4.8 lb After packing: 4 kg / 8.8 lb Shipping method: Shipping by courier, DHL for USA and Canada.   « Less

Circa 1850. Height: 30 cm / 11.8 inches Length: 43 cm / 16.9 inches Side width: 26 cm / 10.2 inches Weight: 1.8 kg / 3.9 lb After packing: 4 kg / 8.8 lb Shipping method:  More »

Circa 1850. Height: 30 cm / 11.8 inches Length: 43 cm / 16.9 inches Side width: 26 cm / 10.2 inches Weight: 1.8 kg / 3.9 lb After packing: 4 kg / 8.8 lb Shipping method: Shipping by courier, DHL for USA and Canada.   « Less

More beautiful in real life. Height: 44 cm / 17.3 inches Length: 59 cm / 23.2 inches Weight: 3 kg / 6.6 lb After packing: 5.5 kg / 12.1 lb Shipping method: Shipping by  More »

More beautiful in real life. Height: 44 cm / 17.3 inches Length: 59 cm / 23.2 inches Weight: 3 kg / 6.6 lb After packing: 5.5 kg / 12.1 lb Shipping method: Shipping by courier, DHL for USA and Canada.   « Less