ProvoquerlaCuriosite

Hyde Park, New York

2.8k
 Sales

5.0 (1.2k)

13 years
on Etsy

5.0 (1.2k)

2.8k
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13 years
on Etsy

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2.8k
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5.0 (1.2k)

13 years
on Etsy

5.0 (1.2k)

2.8k
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13 years
on Etsy

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Last updated on Feb 7, 2026

Welcome to Provoquer la Curiosité! I hope you enjoy browsing this eclectic assortment of treasures. If there is something specific for which you're looking and you don't see it in my shop, let me know so I can be on the lookout for you.

I really believe in the buyer's satisfaction being of paramount importance, an ideal that seems to have fallen by the wayside in this day and age. If you are unhappy with any portion of the transaction, from the purchase through the receipt of the item you've bought, please do let me know so I can make things right.

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This VAT will be automatically collected from the buyer by Etsy at the time of purchase, then sent to local tax authorities in the country of purchase.

FREE SHIPPING ON SELECT ITEMS: I am offering free shipping within the United States for orders of $35.00 and over. If you are outside the U.S., please contact me for a shipping quote if you don't see the cost of shipping to your country.

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Reviews

5.0 (1168)

Average item review

We calculate this number using a recency-weighted average of all ratings, with a rating's value decreasing by half each year to best reflect the current experience.

Nancy on Mar 13, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

All excellent! Thank you!

Set of Four No. 1937 Extra Fine Nibs by LUS

Set of Four No. 1937 Extra Fine Nibs by LUS
Holly on Nov 30, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

What wonderful new old stock items that you can't find for sale anymore! They were also wrapped nicely as gifts too and shipped right away!

Set of Four No. 1937 Extra Fine Nibs by LUS

Set of Four No. 1937 Extra Fine Nibs by LUS
Etsy buyer on Apr 16, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Love it ! Thank you so much !

Pair of Decorative, Vis-à-vis, Character Ornaments, from France

Pair of Decorative, Vis-à-vis, Character Ornaments, from France
District on Apr 16, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Item was exactly as pictured and the condition was good. Felt the seller really appreciated my business!

French, Wormwood Leaf Shaped Absinthe Spoon, Circa 1900s-1930s

French, Wormwood Leaf Shaped Absinthe Spoon, Circa 1900s-1930s
Janice on Apr 14, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

She was amazingly fast with her shipping and sent it well protected. Thank you!

Grimaud Petit Lenormand Divination Deck: French & English

Grimaud Petit Lenormand Divination Deck: French & English
Mick on Mar 22, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Just as shown and described. Seller was helpful and understanding, and is recommended without reservation.

WWI Era Metal Vesta/Match Safe with Shell Decor, Possibly Trench Art, from France

WWI Era Metal Vesta/Match Safe with Shell Decor, Possibly Trench Art, from France
角夫 on Mar 16, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

This product is the best.

French, Aluminum Quies Box, Circa 1930s

French, Aluminum Quies Box, Circa 1930s
Lisa on Mar 8, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

I absolutely love my tiger! He is even more lovely in person and he looks fantastic and right at home displayed with my collection of antique toys! I am so happy! Thank you again for your kindness and lovely offerings!

Mohair Reclining Tiger

Mohair Reclining Tiger
Lissa on Feb 27, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

I ordered this item on the eve of a blizzard (I'm so sorry for that! If I'd been thinking I would have waited.). The seller communicated the situation with me and shipped it out as soon as it was safe to do so. The delay ended up only being a day. The medal is beautiful and I'm really glad to have it. I would purchase from this shop again.

Notre-Dame de la Délivrande (Our Lady of Deliverance) French Medal of Black Madonna

Notre-Dame de la Délivrande (Our Lady of Deliverance) French Medal of Black Madonna
Amanda on Feb 19, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful purchase. Such a beautiful item. Seller was very responsive, and it was shipped quickly. I highly recommend this shop. Thank you!

Art Nouveau Leather and Metalwork Carnet de Bal/Aide-Memoire, from France

Art Nouveau Leather and Metalwork Carnet de Bal/Aide-Memoire, from France

About ProvoquerlaCuriosite

Objects of Interest

Sales 2,835

On Etsy since 2012

Objects of Interest

French "Pauline" style doll, papier-mâché head, leather body, possibly by Andreas Voit, private collection
French teddy bear, private collection
Late 1800s charm string of buttons, private collection
Georgian era portrait miniature in watercolor in original frame, private collection
French antique photo album of cartes de visite, private collection

The Value of the Past

I've always loved older things from the past. In today's world, the rush is always on toward the future. Groundbreaking discoveries in science and technology have had a hugely positive impact with respect to saving, enriching and simplifying lives as well as forging positive connections with people with whom we may not have formerly connected.

Still, though, there is something to be said for the past, for the simple things, be it a circa 1800s button, an early Peter Rabbit book or a 1920s postcard. While we as a civilization rush toward the future, we mustn't forget the past and the things we once held dear, for our past connects us to the past within ourselves

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