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The Curio Collectors Shoulder Bag

$49.99

Not all of Aunt Matilda’s discoveries were meant to be locked away in cabinets or tucked into trunks. Some were carried—close at hand—ready for the next unexpected encounter.This curious little shoulder bag is patterned with the sort of objects she gathered along her travels: peculiar specimens, strange instruments, and fragments...

The Octobat Observer

$36.99

My dear, a great explorer must have eyes everywhere—in the air, on the ground, and beneath the waves. This ingenious creature is the perfect scout, combining the intelligence of the octopus with the swiftness of the bat. I was gifted this bizarre little guardian by my old friend, the renowned...

The Temporal Governor

$37.99

My dear, time, like any fine mechanism, must be properly regulated. In an era when travel is measured in aetheric miles and a moment of delay can mean missing the next airship, a precise measure of time is invaluable. I acquired this remarkable sand timer while visiting the chaotic yet...

The Abyssal Sentinel

$149.99

My dear, the deepest parts of the ocean—the parts where the sun never touches—are the true home of magnificent, ingenious beasts. This creature proves that even in the absolute dark, engineering finds a way. I first encountered the design for this mechanical fish while exploring the secret dockyards of a...

The Admiral’s Guardian

$199.99

My dear, every proper drawing room needs a guardian, and who is more intimidating than a tentacled intelligence that rules the unseen deep? This piece commands attention—it is not merely decoration, it is a declaration. I retrieved this colossal piece of art from the submerged study of a former Imperial...

The Aetheric Courier

$49.99

My dear, when a message must reach its destination before the air currents change, you need a courier who prioritizes speed and flight stability. This little fellow is the embodiment of aeronautical efficiency. I first encountered the prototype for this unique messenger while staying with my friend, the famed aviator...

The Archimedes Scholar

$89.99

My dear, a great library is an engine of knowledge. This distinguished gentleman, The Archimedes Scholar, is the quintessential librarian—watchful, impeccably dressed, and possessed of a mastery over both clockwork and the written word. I first encountered this design in a dusty old bookshop in Paris. The owner claimed it...

The Sentinel's Hourglass

$139.99

My dear, a sentinel must not only be watchful, but also perfectly punctual. This clock is a constant, towering reminder that every grand adventure must begin exactly on time. I discovered this magnificent clock in the workshop of a highly secretive German watchmaker who specialized in designing devices that could...

The Professor's Perpetual Pupil

$39.99

My dear, there is a profound elegance in mortality, especially when dressed for a formal occasion. A reminder of life's brevity simply encourages one to seize every adventure with more vigor. I was given this unusual piece by a brilliant, if highly secretive, former anatomist from Vienna. He claimed this...

The Time-Worn Oracle

$114.99

My dear, a clock should not merely tell time; it should celebrate its passing. This magnificent wall piece does exactly that, marking the endless journey of time with a constant, hypnotic swing. I discovered this grand design while touring a hidden Swiss Alps chalet owned by a reclusive clockwork genius....

The Aetheric Flight Regulator

$99.99

My dear, when traveling between continents on an airship, one must have a timepiece sturdy enough to withstand unexpected turbulence and accurate enough to calculate a perfect jump between aetheric currents. This magnificent device is not just a clock—it is a flight regulator. I commissioned this model after visiting the...

Diesel the Aetheric Navigator

$64.99

My dear, every proper explorer needs a companion with sharp eyes, a calm temperament, and a nose for trouble. Diesel is my personal security chief, navigator, and occasional tea warmer. He has traveled the world with me, always ready for the next adventure! Diesel joined my household in the bustling...

The Deep-Sea Confidante

$143.99

My dear, a secret is only truly safe if its guardian is both vigilant and entirely unexpected. This magnificent octopus understands the art of concealment better than any creature on land. I acquired this ingenious piece from a notoriously secretive spy-master in Lisbon who used it to store his most...

Milton the Clockwork Cat

$59.99

My dear, a well-traveled person knows that the best company is often the silent kind—especially if it is highly decorative and possesses excellent mechanical taste. And sometimes, a little protective magic never hurt anyone. I discovered Milton in a dusty, high-altitude shop after hiking the mountains of Tibet. He was...

The Warden of Wardenclyffe (Nikola Tesla Bust)

$59.99

My dear, always remember those brilliant minds that shaped our world. While the public often favored Edison’s practicality, a true visionary like Nikola Tesla was thinking decades ahead—often to my immense benefit. I commissioned this likeness of my friend, Nikola Tesla, after his legendary, though tragically unfinished, Wardenclyffe Tower project....

Cabinet of Curiosities Socks

$16.99

Leslie Kill <matilda@auntmatildas.com> 3:44 PM (1 minute ago) to me There was once a peculiar tradition among collectors of the strange and wonderful.In hidden rooms behind libraries… above clockmaker shops… and deep within candlelit studies lined with velvet and dust… curious individuals assembled what were known as Cabinets of Curiosities.Shelves of impossible objects.Tiny...

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The Mind of the Mechanism

$28.99

My dear, they say a truly great mind never stops working, even after the last breath. This skull suggests the inventor found a way to keep the gears turning indefinitely—a rather clever last project, wouldn't you agree? I discovered this piece in a hidden storage unit in London, amongst the...

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The Guardian of the Geodes

$89.99

My dear, a collector must have a secure place to store her smallest, most precious treasures. This box does more than simply lock—it watches. I acquired this menacing little chest during an archaeological dig in Tibet. Local folklore claimed the chest was created to guard a single, perfectly formed aetheric...

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The Nautilus's Navigator

$99.99

My dear, while airships soar above, true mystery often lies beneath the waves. This magnificent submersible is a testament to the fact that courage and ingenuity can take you to the deepest, most uncharted parts of our world. I was presented with this highly detailed model by a former associate,...

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The Celestial Commuter

$99.99

My dear, there is no form of travel more thrilling than a voyage across the clouds in a private dirigible. This model is a testament to the fact that the golden age of flight was not about efficiency, but about pure, exhilarating style. I received this highly detailed model from...

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The Mariner's Casket

$36.99

My dear, every great treasure deserves a worthy container. This box is not just for holding secrets; it is a secret in itself, retrieved from the deep and guarded by an ancient intelligence. I found this piece in a sunken vault off the coast of Chile. It was believed to...

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The Nevermore Oracle

$32.99

My dear, never underestimate the power of a good omen, or a particularly compelling piece of macabre poetry. This figurine is a silent conversation with the darker, more mysterious corners of history. I acquired this ominous duo in a shadowy antiques market in Vienna, a city famous for its dramatic...

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The Kraken's Chronometer

$99.99

My dear, they say time stands still in the deepest trenches of the ocean. While that may be true for the fish, a traveler must always keep excellent time, even at abyssal depths. This piece captures the magic of the submerged world. I acquired this fascinating timepiece from a former...

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The Mechanical Carnivore

$43.99

My dear, even botany is improved by a few well-placed gears. In a world powered by steam, one must take precautions against those fast, pesky little aetheric mites that try to chew on one’s blueprints. I acquired this fascinating specimen during a brief, incredibly confusing stopover at a laboratory belonging...

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The Abyssal Aether Burner

$36.99

My dear, the air in an antique-filled attic can grow quite stale. A true traveler understands that scent is as important as sight—and if the fragrance delivery system can look like an artifact retrieved from the deepest ocean trench, all the better. I acquired the plans for this unique burner...

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The Celestial Navigator's Chronometer

$179.99

My dear, never rely solely on a compass and map when navigating the skies. True command of the aether requires knowing your position among the stars. This incredible device marries celestial knowledge with earthly mechanics. I first saw the designs for this type of clock while visiting an astronomical society...

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The Venetian Aether Sailor

$89.99

My dear, a true traveler knows that the best journey combines luxury with sheer audacity. Why simply paddle a gondola when you can retrofit it with a steam engine and a giant paddlewheel? I acquired this marvelous model in Venice, a city which, in the Steampunk age, adapted its canals...

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The Mask of Minerva

$59.99

My dear, the greatest adventurers know that wisdom is the most powerful weapon in the world. This mask, symbolizing the goddess Minerva, is a constant reminder that true insight often requires a mechanical upgrade to pierce the darkness. I retrieved this stunning plaque from the ruins of an ancient, forgotten...

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Cogsworth the Aetheric Guardian

$45.99

My dear, if Milton is the watchful accountant of the aether, then Cogsworth is the Chief of Security. He’s got that look about him that says he has seen things no ordinary feline, or human, should ever see. I received Cogsworth as a gift from my friend, the writer Samuel...

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Lieutenant Hoot

$38.99

My dear, every proper expedition requires a scout who is equally observant by day and by night. Lieutenant Hoot is precisely the type of vigilant, disciplined officer one wants standing guard over their most important schematics. I received this highly detailed figurine from a retired Colonial General who swore the...