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A collection of historical figurines and decorative items from various cultures, showcasing intricate designs and cultural significance.

Roof ornament in the shape of a phoenix. Terracotta. Cernuschi Museum, Asia Museum of Asia in the city of Paris.
Roof ornament in the shape of a phoenix. Terracotta. Cernuschi Museum, Asia Museum of Asia in the city of Paris.
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Container in the form of a crane. The cranes plumage has been meticulously represented by fine slivers of mother-of-pearl inlay. The effect has been enlivened by bits of colour and silver foil beneath the wafer-thin strips. The crane, whose upper wings form the lid of the container, was probably used in a restaurant for serving food at lavish banquets.Pair of finches ca. 1765 Derby Porcelain Manufactory. Pair of finches. British, Derby. ca. 1765. Soft-paste porcelain. Derby Porcelain Manufactory (British, 1751-1785). Ceramics-PorcelainMoney box 18th century German, Brunswick (Braunschweig). Money box 237071Mold of the Front of the Head of a Banqueting Silenos; Tarentum (Taras), South Italy, Europe; 4th century B.C; Terracotta; 11.6 cm (4 9,16 in.)