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 Published on 28 June 2024

Historic Pistols Linked with Napoleon's Attempted Suicide

These masterpieces by gunsmith Louis-Marin Gosset witnessed a turning point for the French Empire... and for the Emperor. Given by Napoleon to his friend...
Historic Pistols Linked with Napoleon's Attempted Suicide - Pre-sale
Pre-sale
 Published on 24 May 2024

An Eclectic Selection Headed by Hubert Robert

After a first opus last year (June 6, 2023), the Giquello auction house is back at it again with the dispersal of some fifteen works whose only common...
An Eclectic Selection Headed by Hubert Robert - Pre-sale
Pre-sale
 Published on 10 May 2024

A Saber for Prince Joachim Murat, Grand Admiral of the Empire

A dazzling saber by armorer Boutet once hailed from Prince Joachim Murat's coveted weapons collection.
A Saber for Prince Joachim Murat, Grand Admiral of the Empire - Pre-sale
Pre-sale
 Published on 13 July 2023

The Comte de Vergennes' Golden Sword: A Royal Gift

Sporting a gold hilt, a magnificent sword evokes the role of the monarchy's key servants and the necessary overhaul of the King's household under the...
The Comte de Vergennes' Golden Sword: A Royal Gift - Pre-sale
Lots sold
 Published on 02 May 2022

A Hussar's Panache at Auction

A quietly announced Polish Hussar breastplate made a remarkable and well-rewarded breakthrough.
A Hussar's Panache at Auction - Lots sold
Lots sold
 Published on 18 October 2021

Jean Prouvé's Refined Style and Austrian Dueling Pistols

First off was 1940s design, with one of its most radical representatives, which was followed by a case complete with dueling pistols bringing to mind...
Jean Prouvé's Refined Style and Austrian Dueling Pistols - Lots sold
Lots sold
 Published on 16 July 2021

A Dazzling Louis XVI Era Sword

A marvel of silver craftsmanship adorned with diamonds, this weapon harks back to the splendor of Louis XVI's reign.
A Dazzling Louis XVI Era Sword - Lots sold
Lots sold
 Published on 28 May 2021

Well-Honed Results for a Group of Japanese Swords

Assembled between 1930 and 1940, a private collection of Japanese swords caused a stir.
Well-Honed Results for a Group of Japanese Swords - Lots sold
Interviews
 Published on 16 March 2021

Michelin Chef Thierry Marx Savors the Art of Japan

From custom kitchens at the Mandarin Oriental in Paris – where he earned two Michelin stars in 2012 – to Kendo dojos, the French chef holds Japanese...
Michelin Chef Thierry Marx Savors the Art of Japan - Interviews
Lots sold
 Published on 02 March 2021

A Royal Weapon from the "Valley of Blades"

The sword of a Marshal of France dating to the return of the Bourbon monarchy to power in France cut a wide swathe.
A Royal Weapon from the "Valley of Blades" - Lots sold
Lots sold
 Published on 10 September 2020

Militaria and Well-Rewarded Sports Accessories

A two-day auction in Cannes spotlighted rare weapons as well as athletes and celebrities’ historical memorabilia.
Militaria and Well-Rewarded Sports Accessories - Lots sold
Lots sold
 Published on 01 July 2019

The Fatal Weapon

A 7-mm revolver linked with Van Gogh's death fires up the bidding.
The Fatal Weapon - Lots sold

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