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Antique Firefighter

Pompier Lamp
Pompier Lamp

Pompier Lamp

Located in London, England

Most strikingly the motif depicts a pompier or firefighter battling flames. Now rewired to UK standards.

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1920s British Other Antique Firefighter

Materials

Marble, Brass

19th C Antique Iron & Wood Fire Engine Large Model or Sculpture
19th C Antique Iron & Wood Fire Engine Large Model or Sculpture

19th C Antique Iron & Wood Fire Engine Large Model or Sculpture

Located in Plainview, NY

These handles would have been used by firefighters to manually pump water, and the design is consistent with early fire-fighting equipment.

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19th Century American American Classical Antique Firefighter

Materials

Metal

16th C. Polychromed Carved St. Florian, Former N. Rothschild Collection
16th C. Polychromed Carved St. Florian, Former N. Rothschild Collection

16th C. Polychromed Carved St. Florian, Former N. Rothschild Collection

Located in Doha, QA

Florian is venerated as the patron saint of firefighters and protector against fire and flood- a symbolism reflected in this powerful depiction.

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16th Century German Gothic Antique Firefighter

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Hercules and Alceste, Oil on Canvas Signed  André Pierre LUPIAC, 1923
Hercules and Alceste, Oil on Canvas Signed  André Pierre LUPIAC, 1923

Hercules and Alceste, Oil on Canvas Signed André Pierre LUPIAC, 1923

Located in PARIS, FR

In his works, he idealized an ancient Greece from which he drew countless subjects, and became one of the last firefighter painters. 1.64 x 1.33m with its frame.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Firefighter

Materials

Canvas

17th Century Italian Polychrome Carved Wood Statue Of Saint Florian
17th Century Italian Polychrome Carved Wood Statue Of Saint Florian

17th Century Italian Polychrome Carved Wood Statue Of Saint Florian

Located in Bilzen, BE

A fine quality 17th century Italian polychrome carved wood Saint Florian Saint Florian (Latin: Florianus; 250 – c. 304 AD) was a Christian holy man and the patron saint of Linz, Aust...

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17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Firefighter

Materials

Wood

Firefight
Firefight

Firefight

By William Thomas Smedley

Located in Fredericksburg, VA

At the base of the painting, firefighters are shown bravely combating the flames, with water hoses aimed at the raging inferno.

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Firefighter

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

The outdoor painter
The outdoor painter

The outdoor painter

Located in BELEYMAS, FR

He drew inspiration from the century's major conflicts—the Napoleonic Wars, the Crimean War, the Franco-Prussian War, and the Siege of Paris—and described the daily lives of citizens...

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1870s French School Antique Firefighter

Materials

Paper

Collection of 1800s Fire Fighters Badges
Collection of 1800s Fire Fighters Badges

Collection of 1800s Fire Fighters Badges

Located in Peekskill, NY

There are 2 wood and glass frames that must be an early firefighters lifetime collection. I'm guessing these were commemorative convention badges.

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Firefighter

Materials

Silk

John W. Mills (1933-2023) 'Pommel Horse' Figurative Bronze Sculpture
John W. Mills (1933-2023) 'Pommel Horse' Figurative Bronze Sculpture

John W. Mills (1933-2023) 'Pommel Horse' Figurative Bronze Sculpture

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Some of his most famous works include the monumental memorial to The Woman of World War II in Whitehall, London and the National Firefighters Memorial near St. Paul’s Cathedral, Lond...

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Late 19th Century English Mid-Century Modern Antique Firefighter

Materials

Metal, Bronze

John W. Mills (1933-2023) ‘Somersault & Entry #1’ Bronze Diver Sculpture
John W. Mills (1933-2023) ‘Somersault & Entry #1’ Bronze Diver Sculpture

John W. Mills (1933-2023) ‘Somersault & Entry #1’ Bronze Diver Sculpture

By John Mills

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Some of his most famous works include the monumental memorial to The Woman of World War II in Whitehall, London and the National Firefighters Memorial near St. Paul’s Cathedral, Lond...

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Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Antique Firefighter

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Japanese Painting 19/20th c Scroll by Hiroshige Nihonga Landscape in Autumn
Japanese Painting 19/20th c Scroll by Hiroshige Nihonga Landscape in Autumn

Japanese Painting 19/20th c Scroll by Hiroshige Nihonga Landscape in Autumn

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Served as a regular firefighter in the 6th year of Bunka. In Bunka 8, he became a student of Toyohiro Utagawa.   

Category

19th Century Antique Firefighter

Materials

Silk

SURVIVOR OF 1940 GERMAN AIR RAID RESTORED ViCTORIAN CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS CHAIR
SURVIVOR OF 1940 GERMAN AIR RAID RESTORED ViCTORIAN CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS CHAIR

SURVIVOR OF 1940 GERMAN AIR RAID RESTORED ViCTORIAN CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS CHAIR

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

The raid saw 1,500 fires begin in the city. Firefighters' efforts were hampered by a water shortage.

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Firefighter

Materials

Leather

Charming 1920s Wooden Fireman Sculpture, Folk Art, Gesso, 38" Tall
Charming 1920s Wooden Fireman Sculpture, Folk Art, Gesso, 38" Tall

Charming 1920s Wooden Fireman Sculpture, Folk Art, Gesso, 38" Tall

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Charming 1920s Wooden Fireman Sculpture, Charming Folk Art painted wooden statue of a pre-war of a fireman,  A great little piece he is in sound condition, he has had a repair...

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Early 20th Century Folk Art Antique Firefighter

Materials

Gesso

Antique Carved and Painted Statue of St. Florian, Austria, circa 1700
Antique Carved and Painted Statue of St. Florian, Austria, circa 1700

Antique Carved and Painted Statue of St. Florian, Austria, circa 1700

Located in Dallas, TX

.), was a the patron saint of firefighters, brewers, chimney sweeps, and the town of Linz, Austria.

Category

Early 18th Century Austrian Antique Firefighter

Materials

Gesso, Giltwood, Wood

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San Juan de Dios - Spanish Colonial Oil on Tin
San Juan de Dios - Spanish Colonial Oil on Tin

San Juan de Dios - Spanish Colonial Oil on Tin

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H 10 in W 7 in D 0.01 in

San Juan de Dios - Spanish Colonial Oil on Tin

Located in San Francisco, CA

Saint John of God, patron saint of hospitals, alcoholics, the sick, firefighters and booksellers, is depicted in this finely rendered 19th century retablo with two angels and the San...

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19th Century Antique Firefighter

Kunichika Toyohara, Tattoo, Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Kabuki Actor
Kunichika Toyohara, Tattoo, Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Kabuki Actor

Kunichika Toyohara, Tattoo, Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Kabuki Actor

By Toyohara Kunichika

Located in London, GB

His tattooed arms are on display and he is carrying a matoi, which was a sort of flag identifying particular groups of firefighters. Matoi would be put up by the first brigade to res...

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1860s Edo Antique Firefighter

Materials

Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut

Outsider Portrait of Early Firefighter
Outsider Portrait of Early Firefighter

Outsider Portrait of Early Firefighter

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H 22.5 in W 17 in D 2 in

Outsider Portrait of Early Firefighter

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is an original 1800s ink and watercolor portrait. Its in an early oval wood frame with domed glass.

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Late 19th Century American Industrial Antique Firefighter

Materials

Glass

Museum Quality 1800s Firefighters Rescue Respirator
Museum Quality 1800s Firefighters Rescue Respirator

Museum Quality 1800s Firefighters Rescue Respirator

By Vajen Bader Co.

Located in Peekskill, NY

I personally collect this type of item. It's look and power will rival the best tribal art. I consider these helmets industry's tribal art and the Vajen Bader is one of the most impo...

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19th Century American Antique Firefighter

Materials

Metal

Japanese Firefighter Shashiko Jacket, Showa Period 1920
Japanese Firefighter Shashiko Jacket, Showa Period 1920

Japanese Firefighter Shashiko Jacket, Showa Period 1920

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Early 20th century heavy fabric Japanese firefighter shashiko jacket with gold metal buttons.

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Firefighter

Materials

Metal

Antique Japanese Sashiko Banten of Firefighters Reversible 1920s
Antique Japanese Sashiko Banten of Firefighters Reversible 1920s

Antique Japanese Sashiko Banten of Firefighters Reversible 1920s

Located in Paris, FR

Sashiko banten is a hanten for firefighters, which is made of cotton and finely stitched with thread.

Category

1920s Japanese Antique Firefighter

Materials

Cotton

19th Century French Firefighter Helmets Mounted as Lamps
19th Century French Firefighter Helmets Mounted as Lamps

19th Century French Firefighter Helmets Mounted as Lamps

Located in Dallas, TX

pair of lamps, two brass helmets, French firefighter / fireman, mounted as custom lamps on black block form bases, sans shades Black form bases are: 6.5" x 6.5"

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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Firefighter

Materials

Brass, Metal

Antique Japanese Hikeshi Banten of Firefighters Kaya 1920s Taisho Era
Antique Japanese Hikeshi Banten of Firefighters Kaya 1920s Taisho Era

Antique Japanese Hikeshi Banten of Firefighters Kaya 1920s Taisho Era

Located in Paris, FR

Hikeshi banten is a hanten for firefighters, which is made of cotton. It was invented in Edo period which fires were frequent.

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1920s Japanese Antique Firefighter

Materials

Cotton

Japanese Sashiko Banten with Cotton Kakogawa 1920s
Japanese Sashiko Banten with Cotton Kakogawa 1920s

Japanese Sashiko Banten with Cotton Kakogawa 1920s

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H 31.89 in W 55.12 in D 0.79 in

Japanese Sashiko Banten with Cotton Kakogawa 1920s

Located in Paris, FR

Sashiko banten is a hanten for firefighters, which is made of cotton and finely stitched with thread.

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1920s Japanese Antique Firefighter

Materials

Cotton

Unique English Rustic Red and Black Painted Metal Log Bin
Unique English Rustic Red and Black Painted Metal Log Bin

Unique English Rustic Red and Black Painted Metal Log Bin

Located in San Francisco, CA

This may have been used by actual firefighter's in some capacity but is more likely a home accessory for the hearth, circa 1850.

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1850s Great Britain (UK) Early Victorian Antique Firefighter

Materials

Metal

Antique Cast Iron INA Insurance Heraldic Eagle Fire Mark Plaque 1792 11"
Antique Cast Iron INA Insurance Heraldic Eagle Fire Mark Plaque 1792 11"

Antique Cast Iron INA Insurance Heraldic Eagle Fire Mark Plaque 1792 11"

Located in Dayton, OH

For insurance companies the mark served as a form of advertising, and alerted volunteer firefighters that the property was insured. Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.5" x 11.25" (W x D x H)

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18th Century American American Colonial Antique Firefighter

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Weathered Carved Stone Outdoor Garden Planter Jardinière
19th Century French Weathered Carved Stone Outdoor Garden Planter Jardinière

19th Century French Weathered Carved Stone Outdoor Garden Planter Jardinière

Located in Dallas, TX

It is inscribed across the front with "Les Sapeurs-Pompiers a Leur Camarade," which translates to "The firefighters to their comrade." It was possibly given as a gift.

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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Firefighter

Materials

Stone

19th Century Japanese Firemen's Coat on Custom Mount
19th Century Japanese Firemen's Coat on Custom Mount

19th Century Japanese Firemen's Coat on Custom Mount

Located in Chicago, IL

The brown side would have been worn while fighting a fire, and after the fire has been extinguished, the firefighters would flip their coats inside out displaying the black side as t...

Category

19th Century Japanese Modern Antique Firefighter

Materials

Leather

Antique Iron & Wood Fire Engine Large Model or Sculpture
Antique Iron & Wood Fire Engine Large Model or Sculpture

Antique Iron & Wood Fire Engine Large Model or Sculpture

Located in Plainview, NY

These handles would have been used by firefighters to manually pump water, and the design is consistent with early fire-fighting equipment.

Category

Late 19th Century North American American Classical Antique Firefighter

Materials

Iron

A Stag revealing Christ to St Eustace
A Stag revealing Christ to St Eustace

A Stag revealing Christ to St Eustace

Located in London, GB

Eustace became known as a patron saint of hunters and firefighters, and also of anyone facing adversity; he was traditionally included among the Fourteen Holy Helpers.

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17th Century Old Masters Antique Firefighter

Materials

Oil

Austrian Reverse Glass Painting of Saint Florian, Patron Saint of Firefighters
Austrian Reverse Glass Painting of Saint Florian, Patron Saint of Firefighters

Austrian Reverse Glass Painting of Saint Florian, Patron Saint of Firefighters

Located in Stamford, CT

Saint Florian (died circa 304 AD) the patron saint of Linz, Austria; chimney sweeps and firefighters. His feast day is May 4. Saint Florian is also the patron of Upper Austria.

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Early 19th Century German Folk Art Antique Firefighter

Materials

Glass

Antique Restored Fire Engine Seat circa 1920's
Antique Restored Fire Engine Seat circa 1920's

Antique Restored Fire Engine Seat circa 1920's

Located in Milford, NH

A great gift for that firefighter in your life, or a nice addition to your fire memorabilia collection!

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Early 20th Century American Antique Firefighter

Materials

Brass, Iron

St. Paul's Church (St. Paul's Chapel, New York City)
St. Paul's Church (St. Paul's Chapel, New York City)

St. Paul's Church (St. Paul's Chapel, New York City)

By Bror Julius Olsson Nordfeldt

Located in Myrtle Beach, SC

For eight months, hundreds of volunteers worked 12-hour shifts around the clock, serving meals, making beds, counseling and praying with firefighters, construction workers, police, a...

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1910s American Impressionist Antique Firefighter

Materials

Etching

19th Century Austrian Firefighters Helmet
19th Century Austrian Firefighters Helmet

19th Century Austrian Firefighters Helmet

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H 9 in W 7.75 in D 10.88 in

19th Century Austrian Firefighters Helmet

Located in Ferndale, MI

A handsome and nicely patina'd 19th century firefighters helmet with "Pompiers de St. Germain Du Cet".  

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19th Century Austrian Antique Firefighter

Materials

Brass

Antique Edwardian Firefighter Gold Medallion
Antique Edwardian Firefighter Gold Medallion

Antique Edwardian Firefighter Gold Medallion

Located in Sale, Cheshire

A fine antique medallion with firefighters in releif on one side, and the words "Presented by I&R Morley - Wood St Fire 1907" on the other around a fireman's helmet and axe and the n...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Firefighter

Materials

15k Gold

Large statue fireman of Paris patina bronze by Henry Weisse 19th
Large statue fireman of Paris patina bronze by Henry Weisse 19th

Large statue fireman of Paris patina bronze by Henry Weisse 19th

By Weiss

Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR

By H Weisse» It is an excellent object of decoration or collection for a (ex) firefighter, a firefighter, a fire station, etc ...

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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Firefighter

Materials

Metal

Sun Fire Insurance Sign
Sun Fire Insurance Sign

Sun Fire Insurance Sign

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H 26.75 in W 34.75 in

Sun Fire Insurance Sign

Located in New York, NY

Established 1710". Pictured are two firefighters, a fire engine, other fire fighting equipment and the Sun badge or firemark.

Category

19th Century American Antique Firefighter

Materials

Brass

Diver Advertising Figure, Siebe Gorman & Co.

Diver Advertising Figure, Siebe Gorman & Co.

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H 29.93 in W 14.18 in D 9.06 in

Diver Advertising Figure, Siebe Gorman & Co.

By Siebe Gorman & Co.

Located in London, GB

After the Second World War, Siebe Gorman moved into developing products for firefighters and civilians who worked in hazardous environments, such as oil refineries.

Category

1920s Other Antique Firefighter

Materials

Composition

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Pair Of Large Antique Architectural Religious Stained Glass Windows
Pair Of Large Antique Architectural Religious Stained Glass Windows

Pair Of Large Antique Architectural Religious Stained Glass Windows

Located in Norwood, NJ

Fabulous quality turn of the 19th century pair of religious painted stained glass arched windows. Set in oak and bent wood frame. Beautifully depicting the teachings of Jesus. "Suffe...

Category

Early 1900s English Antique Firefighter

Materials

Stained Glass

Virgin and Child
Virgin and Child

Virgin and Child, 1515/20

$180,000

H 23.63 in W 7.09 in

Virgin and Child

Located in Wien, Wien

OUTSTANDING MADONNA Bavaria Around 1515/20 Lime wood carved Original, polychrome version Height 60 cm This masterfully carved, full-round Madonna was created around 1515-20 in...

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16th Century Medieval Antique Firefighter

Materials

Wood

18th Century Carved Wood Altar Model with Original Painting Crucifixion Germany
18th Century Carved Wood Altar Model with Original Painting Crucifixion Germany

18th Century Carved Wood Altar Model with Original Painting Crucifixion Germany

Located in Epfach, DE

A rare and finely executed altar model, South Germany, circa 1790, conceived as a miniature architectural study for a church high altar, complete with its original painted decoration...

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Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Antique Firefighter

Materials

Wood

A Very Rare and Important Marble Relief of the ‘Resurrection of Christ’
A Very Rare and Important Marble Relief of the ‘Resurrection of Christ’

A Very Rare and Important Marble Relief of the ‘Resurrection of Christ’

Located in London, GB

A Very Rare and Important Marble Relief of the ‘Resurrection of Christ’ Attributed to the Master of the Mascoli Altar Marble Venice, Italy Second half of the 15th Century SIZE: ...

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15th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Antique Firefighter

Materials

Marble

Letto a baldacchino. Italia, inizi del XIX sec
Letto a baldacchino. Italia, inizi del XIX sec

Letto a baldacchino. Italia, inizi del XIX sec

$18,182

H 88.59 in W 55.52 in D 80.71 in

Letto a baldacchino. Italia, inizi del XIX sec

By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting

Located in Milano, IT

Letto a baldacchino in ferro battuto con pediera e testiera in legno sagomato per poter essere rivestita di tappezzeria. I montanti in ferro battuto come i piedi presentano delle ins...

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Early 1800s Italian Other Antique Firefighter

Materials

Wrought Iron

Polychrome carved wood Virgin and Child from the 15th Century
Polychrome carved wood Virgin and Child from the 15th Century

Polychrome carved wood Virgin and Child from the 15th Century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

POLYCHROME CARVED WOOD VIRGIN AND CHILD FROM THE 15TH CENTURY   ORIGIN: SOUTH GERMANY, SWABIA, NUREMBERG REGION PERIOD: 15th CENTURY   Height: 94,6cm Width : 28 cm Depth : 18 cm   Li...

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15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Antique Firefighter

Materials

Wood

Large 18th Century Spanish Handcrafted Sculpture of Virgin Mary "Immaculate"
Large 18th Century Spanish Handcrafted Sculpture of Virgin Mary "Immaculate"

Large 18th Century Spanish Handcrafted Sculpture of Virgin Mary "Immaculate"

Located in Madrid, ES

Completely hand-crafted in 18th century Spain, this sculpture of the Virgin Mary of Immaculate Conception stands 1.5 meters / 5 feet tall, is topped by a silver halo / crown, and was...

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18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Firefighter

Materials

Silver, Gold Leaf

Victorian Religious Antique Stained Glass Window
Victorian Religious Antique Stained Glass Window

Victorian Religious Antique Stained Glass Window

$107,602

H 190.95 in W 153.55 in D 7.09 in

Victorian Religious Antique Stained Glass Window

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A large religious antique stained glass window with its original carved sandstone window frame. Reclaimed from a church in Upton, Wirral. Though unsigned, the window has been attri...

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Late 19th Century Antique Firefighter

Materials

Stained Glass

Circa 1800 Carved Oak Sculptures of the Apostles, James, John, Peter, and Paul
Circa 1800 Carved Oak Sculptures of the Apostles, James, John, Peter, and Paul

Circa 1800 Carved Oak Sculptures of the Apostles, James, John, Peter, and Paul

Located in Dallas, TX

Hand-carved in oak, circa 1800, these sculptures depict arguably the most important apostles: James, John, Peter, and Paul. All of the figures are distinctly different, although they...

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Early 1800s European Antique Firefighter

Materials

Wood, Oak

Pair of Outstanding 17th Century Italian Polychromed Musician Statues
Pair of Outstanding 17th Century Italian Polychromed Musician Statues

Pair of Outstanding 17th Century Italian Polychromed Musician Statues

Located in Round Top, TX

An outstanding pair of 17th century musician statues from the Siena region of Italy. These grand scale figures are masterly crafted in wood with their original polychrome finish. Out...

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Early 17th Century Italian Antique Firefighter

Materials

Wood

Saints Apostles John and Paul, Wood, Castillian School, 16th Century
Saints Apostles John and Paul, Wood, Castillian School, 16th Century

Saints Apostles John and Paul, Wood, Castillian School, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair of polychrome wood sculptures. "San Juan and San Pablo". Castilian school, 16th century. Both male figures have been represented standing, with their main iconographic attrib...

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16th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Firefighter

Materials

Other

Mary Magdalene on her way to Marseille. Castilian school, 15th century.
Mary Magdalene on her way to Marseille. Castilian school, 15th century.

Mary Magdalene on her way to Marseille. Castilian school, 15th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Mary Magdalene on her way to Marseille. oil on board. Castilian school, towards the last third of the century XV. Oil on panel showing a landscape in the background with a walled cit...

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15th Century and Earlier Spanish Gothic Antique Firefighter

Materials

Other

Saint Florian
Saint Florian

Saint Florian

$48,952

H 39.57 in W 13.39 in D 6.7 in

Saint Florian

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

SAINT FLORIAN   ORIGIN: SOUTH GERMANY, SWABIA PERIOD: END OF THE 15th CENTURY   Height : 100,5 cm Width : 34 cm Depth : 17 cm 
Polychromed lime wood Good state of conservation   
Sin...

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15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Antique Firefighter

Materials

Wood

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