Antique Document

He exhibited at the Salon de Paris and received recognition at the Expositions Universelles of 1889 and 1900. His work is documented in the Bénézit Dictionary of Artists, and he is k...

The sculpture is signed with the artist’s distinctive overlapping A V monogram, where the “V” intersects the “A,” a signature format documented in works by André Vincent Becquerel (1...

The form is horizontally oriented, designed for storage of kimono, valuables, and household documents, with a visually balanced drawer-and-safe configuration.

A rare North American embossed leather traveling desk/document box dating to 1825. This finely crafted piece features richly tooled leather panels and decorative mother-of-pearl stud...

The inclusion of military formations, promenading citizens, and river traffic adds both historical depth and lively atmosphere, making these works not only architectural views but al...

Irish sources describe him as talented but somewhat eccentric and indolent, producing work irregularly and often only when financial necessity compelled him to paint. Among his docu...

The broad geographic coverage and elegant engraving make it both an informative historical document and an impressive decorative wall piece.

Railey in September 1833 Also engraved with Austin, Maker - likely George Austin of Dublin, a 19th century writing slope specialist Opens to reveal a beautifully appointed interior,...

Catlin’s original works were among the earliest artistic efforts to document Native American tribes of North America, making engravings such as this both historically significant and...

Claude Marcault, France. Formed in 1970. Documents - Attached is a study on the antiquity of the piece issued by an Egyptologist.

Superb example, with metamorphic qualities for the travelling writer and reader Displays a desirable aged patina and in good antique order throughout Select stocks present fine grain...

Additional ornamental figures and scrollwork enhance the composition, making this map not only a geographical document but also a work of art. Blaeu’s maps are renowned for their pr...

Ferrario engravings are valued today both as decorative works and as historical documents illustrating how global cultures were perceived and represented in early nineteenth-century ...

This pine wood box, bought in the region of "Dalsland" in Sweden, not far from from Norway, was most likely built to be used on a horse sleigh or on a horse carriage keeping importan...

These images were based on recorded scientific observations by figures such as Hayes and Capron, reflecting the 19th-century effort to document and understand natural phenomena throu...

This piece is both a portrait and a historical document, combining neoclassical design elements with a strong narrative component.

Denon’s legacy extends beyond administration—he accompanied Napoleon on the Egyptian campaign and was instrumental in documenting and collecting antiquities, contributing to Europe’s...

Produced in the 18th century and referencing the year 1700, these engravings belong to the European tradition of ethnographic costume studies, which sought to document global dress a...

This decorative frame elevates the map beyond a purely geographical document, giving it a refined and architectural presence that makes it especially desirable for interior display.

The Dispute on the Trinity subsequently entered the Medici collections and was recorded at Palazzo Pitti during the 17th century, with later documented movements between the Pitti an...

It is celebrated for its extensive collection of wood-engraved illustrations, maps, and portraits documenting the American Civil War. Many of the stories and engravings were drawn wi...

It is celebrated for its extensive collection of wood-engraved illustrations, maps, and portraits documenting the American Civil War. Many of the stories and engravings were drawn wi...

Today, prints from this portfolio are valued not only as historical documents but also as refined decorative works, well suited to both classical and contemporary interiors.

. - PN 1209, year 1904 - not documented (See Series II, PN 1332 - 1339) Decor: Phaenomen Genre - PG 3/430, year 1903 Colourless glass with a red overlay that is dark at the top an...

Such prints were often published in illustrated costume series documenting the peoples and military traditions of distant regions, intended for a European audience eager to explore a...

The Museo de’ Medici is devoted to preserving the history of the Medici family and exhibiting precious collections of works of art, historical relics, original documents, faithful re...

While Jefferys is widely celebrated for his cartographic work, his costume prints form part of the 18th-century European fascination with documenting global dress, customs, and cultu...

It is celebrated for its extensive collection of wood-engraved illustrations, maps, and portraits documenting the American Civil War. Many of the stories and engravings were drawn wi...

Pairing Note Offered as a matched pair, a rare opportunity to acquire two documented museum-quality pieces that together create a commanding and cohesive aesthetic statement.

Monsohn "created complex decorations for documents and oriental calendars that combined the tradition of Jewish art with modern printing techniques such as photographic lithography, ...

Rigobert Bonne’s work reflects European efforts to document territories at the crossroads of Asia and the Middle East.

*Please keep in mind that this work has not yet obtained the certificate of free export from Italy from the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage. This document certifies that the wor...

Not authored by him, but preserved in his home and studio as part of his documented aesthetic world. YEAR circa 1880–1890 MATERIALS / TECHNIQUE Assembled solid wood structure; orig...

*Please keep in mind that this work has not yet obtained the certificate of free export from Italy from the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage. This document certifies that the wor...

Given the historical presence of British cultural influence in Asolo during the late 19th century—frequented by figures such as Robert Browning—it is plausible that the piece was eit...

Behind the fall-front writing flap, a thoughtfully organized interior reveals small drawers, compartments and a central door – originally designed for correspondence, documents and p...

The print offers strong decorative appeal for interiors while also serving as a valuable historical document of Rome’s urban landscape before modern alterations.

Today, it stands as both a historical document and an elegant decorative object. Condition report: Good condition overall with even age toning and light spotting consistent with age.

During the 18th century, growing interest in Britain’s medieval heritage led antiquarians and scholars to document historic buildings through engravings such as this one.

The bench remains in good antique condition, displaying a deep, rich patina with significant surface wear, including authentic scuffs, gouges, and abrasions that beautifully document...

. - Richard Irwin Johnson was a research associate at the Harvard Museum of Comparative Zoology and a widely published author. Documents - Report of expert assessment by Dr John Pol...

The bowl’s surface, wear, and mend together record the passage of time, transforming a domestic object into a material document of lived experience. African Art Wooden Bowl, West Af...

It is celebrated for its extensive collection of wood-engraved illustrations, maps, and portraits documenting the American Civil War. Many of the stories and engravings were drawn wi...

The sideboard remains in great antique condition, showcasing a heavy, authentic patina with significant paint distressing, scuffs, and abrasions that document its remarkable history....

The engraving therefore documents not only a sculpture but also Enlightenment-era attempts to understand ancient religious symbolism through comparative study.

Summary In concise terms, the Pomar Codex is historically important as a hybrid artifact of art and science that documents early modern efforts to classify nature, preserves otherwis...

Issued in Zenker’s Merkantilische Waarenkunde, the image documents medicinal plants essential to pharmacy and trade.

*Please keep in mind that this work has not yet obtained the certificate of free export from Italy from the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage. This document certifies that the wor...

Today, it stands as both a historical document and a striking work of graphic art, illustrating the richness and innovation of 1920s Soviet poster design.

The text appears to be poetic or epistolary in nature, rendered with expressive modulation of ink density and rhythm, suggesting a practiced hand rather than a purely administrative ...

A particularly strong and documented example of early Dutch decorative modernism: sculptural, unusual, and highly usable, whether placed beside a chair, between seating, or simply al...

Munnings’ paintings at Goodwood did more than capture horses; they documented the changing social hierarchy of the 1920s and 30s.

Today, individual sheets are appreciated equally as historical documents and sophisticated decorative artworks. The elegant symmetry and ornamental clarity make this example especial...

The Perche mascot was produced in three documented variations within the Lalique catalogue, including opalescent glass, clear glass, and a coloured example, amber, each press moulded...

The present ring closely resembles three documented pieces from Hoxne, Houghton (Hampshire) and Bromley (Essex).

Securable dated examples from late 5th-century contexts attest to their presence. The most well-documented instances are two rings discovered in the 1957 Reggio Emilia hoard, which c...

Frans Van Leemputten (1850-1914) 'A Sunday Morning in September' ‍ Pencil and chalk on paper 78 x 64 cm, 98 x 84 cm framed Signed lower right Frans Van Leemputten sought to capture...

Today, this poster stands as both a beautiful piece of early tourism advertising and a historical document, reflecting Alsace’s shifting identity on the eve of the First World War.

In superb condition with excellent inking, and silvery plate tone. Well documented in chapter 1 of Herman Melville's epic Moby Dick, Coenties Slip once served as a busy loading bert...

Functional and charming, this Tansu offers versatile storage with multiple drawers and two sliding doors, perfect for storing documents or personal belongings. A piece that adds a un...