Cuivre Collection

Ancient Peruvian utensils and tools, including Inca tomb A, B, pendant in gold and silver C, copper axe heads D
FLO4621168 Ancient Peruvian utensils and tools, including Inca tomb A, B, pendant in gold and silver C, copper axe heads D, mirrors called Inca-rirpo E, F, G, stone axe H, pins I, L, M, clip K

Precious metals including gold 1, silver 2, 3, copper dendrite 4, blue copper 5, malachite copper 6, garnet tin 7
FLO4573361 Precious metals including gold 1, silver 2, 3, copper dendrite 4, blue copper 5, malachite copper 6, garnet tin 7, tin crystal 8, and tin sand 9

Two Persians on horseback clutching a brassring - perhaps competing in a test of horsemanship
FLO4704237 Two Persians on horseback clutching a brassring - perhaps competing in a test of horsemanship. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of

Cup tracing the foundation of Cesaree in Palestine, 4th century AD (bronze, silver & copper)
JLJ4581416 Cup tracing the foundation of Cesaree in Palestine, 4th century AD (bronze, silver & copper); Diameter 20 cm cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Cup in bronze)

Ancient Chinese copper and bronze vases and bells. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Giulio Ferrario's
FLO4622385 Ancient Chinese copper and bronze vases and bells. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World

Metallic crystal trees magnified under the microscope: copper (copper) 1, lead (lead) 2, pewter (tin) 3 and zinc 4
FLO4576147 Metallic crystal trees magnified under the microscope: copper (copper) 1, lead (lead) 2, pewter (tin) 3 and zinc 4

Hercules statue, copper alloy sculpture dating from the end of the 2nd century or the beginning of the 3rd century
YOU4418852 Hercules statue, copper alloy sculpture dating from the end of the 2nd century or the beginning of the 3rd century

Vue et plan de Marseilla et de son port au XVIe siecle; d apres une gravure sur cuivre du Theatre des Citez du monde
6022370 Vue et plan de Marseilla et de son port au XVIe siecle; d apres une gravure sur cuivre du Theatre des Citez du monde, par G Bruin; Bruxelles, 1572 (engraving) by French School

African emerald cuckoo and black-mandibled toucan
African emerald cuckoo, Chrysococcyx cupreus, and black-mandibled toucan, Ramphastos ambiguus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres

Reliquary (copper gilt with champleve enamel)
XIR379703 Reliquary (copper gilt with champleve enamel) by Godefroid de Huy (fl. 1130-50) (attr. to); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee du Petit-Palais

Gilded and painted copper chandelier and candle holder (chromolitho)
964315 Gilded and painted copper chandelier and candle holder (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Religious furnishings (ameublement religieux)

Fonts baptismaux en cuivre de fonte, 1149 (engraving)
3645953 Fonts baptismaux en cuivre de fonte, 1149 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fonts baptismaux en cuivre de fonte, 1149)

Representation d un ballet devant Henri III et sa cour, dans la galerie du Louvre (engraving)
5215654 Representation d un ballet devant Henri III et sa cour, dans la galerie du Louvre (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ballon de cuivre. Ateliers de construction, impasse du Maine, no. 10, pres le chemin de fer de la rive gauche. Tous les jours de 9 heures a 6 heures

Le ballon de cuivre, qui doit incessamments elever dans les airs est visible en ce moment dans les ateliers de construction, Impasse du Maine, no. 10, pres le chemin de fer de la Rive gauche

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"Cuivre: A Journey Through Time and Artistic Marvels" Step into the past with a captivating engraving titled "Vue et plan de Marseilla et de son port au XVIe siècle; d'après une gravure sur cuivre du Théâtre des Cités du monde, par G Bruin; Bruxelles, 1572. " This exquisite piece transports us to the vibrant city of Marseille in the 16th century, offering a glimpse of its bustling port. As we delve further into the world of cuivre, we encounter nature's wonders. An African emerald cuckoo and black-mandibled toucan grace our presence, their colorful plumage captured in all its glory. These avian beauties remind us of the diversity and splendor found within our natural surroundings. The allure continues as we discover a reliquary adorned with copper gilt and champlevé enamel. Its intricate design speaks volumes about the craftsmanship of yesteryears—a testament to human creativity merging with precious materials. Our journey takes an illuminating turn when we encounter a gilded and painted copper chandelier and candle holder depicted through chromolitho techniques. The playfulness of colors dances upon this functional artwork, casting enchanting shadows that transform any space it graces. Moving on from decorative pieces to sacred objects, we stumble upon fonts baptismaux en cuivre de fonte dating back to 1149. This engraved depiction invites contemplation on centuries-old rituals performed within these baptismal fonts—a connection between faith and tradition preserved through time. Art transcends boundaries as we witness a ballet performance before Henri III and his court in the gallery du Louvre—an engraving capturing not only graceful movements but also historical moments frozen forever in copper plates. Tokens hold stories too—such as those representing mutual relief companies or honoring specific professions like ORFEVRES (goldsmiths).