Antique Scenery

The interplay of rich drapery, architectural elements, and pastoral scenery enhances the depth and grandeur of the narrative.

This combination of naturalistic rendering and picturesque scenery is a trademark of de Sève’s work and is one of the reasons Buffon’s animal plates remain so beloved among collector...

The dramatic tension of this confrontation contrasts sharply with the calmness of the surrounding scenery. This juxtaposition between natural beauty and animal violence is a common m...

This steadfast focus on his native scenery was in line with a broader Scandinavian tradition of celebrating national identity through nature’s grandeur.

Though best known for his depictions of the American Northeast, Casilear’s travels abroad informed a number of works that capture the majesty of European scenery. This painting of a ...

Handcrafted in terracotta and finished in a deep brown glaze, the pitcher is decorated with naive, hand-painted alpine scenery—including fir trees and an edelweiss flower—accompanied...

The series of artworks of "Les Trois Règnes de la Nature" represent animals through deft strokes and precise anatomical studies, which include its movement, behavior, shape, and stru...

Artist: Frederick John Widgery (English, 1861-1942) Title: Lake Landscape Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 18.5 x 24.5 inches (48 x 62 cm) including the frame Frederick John Widgery was ...

The composition unfolds as a poetic synthesis of classical ruin, pastoral scenery, and subdued narrative, reflecting an artistic sensibility deeply rooted in the 19th-century French ...

The work of WH Bartlett coming from American Scenery published in 1837 in London. This is a lovely hand colored steel plate engraving.

After settling in Rome, he traveled extensively in the surrounding countryside, including the mountain village of Cervara di Roma in the Sabine range, long celebrated for its rugged ...

This view typifies the glorious scenery of "Rob Roy Country" where the southern uplands meet the highlands.  

Staffordshire 19th century blue and white meat draining plate depicting British scenery pattern. Dimensions Height 3 inches Width 20.5 inches Depth 16 inches.

He painted the scenery on the Clyde, Seine, Tyne, Merwede, Maas (Meus) and Rhine.

He favored twilight and winter subjects (his early success came with moonlit scenes), using striking light effects and weathered scenery to heighten emotion without resorting to over...

Two English Burgess & Leigh Middleport Nonpareil pattern flow blue plates from the late 19th, early 20th century, with outdoor scenery and gold rim. They are priced and sold individu...

Brushed with famille rose enamels atop a cool white field, the springtime scenery depicts a pair of yellow & black orioles beneath the swaying leaves of the willow tree, surrounded b...

Willis and titled American Scenery: or Land, Lake, and River Illustrations of Transatlantic Nature.

Autreville-sur-la-Renne – Renne river scenery 29. Prez-sous-Lafauche – traditional rural architecture 30.

All these views are executed in a bold and picturesque style, showing in the artist a decided talent for depicting scenery; and the effect of the whole is very beautiful.

[Abbey Scenery 213; Tooley 2; Prideaux p. 124-125; Lowndes vol. 7, p. 2889] Near fine.

From 1875 to 1880, he was a frequent guest of Dr Gachet at Auvers, seeking out the rural scenery of the Yonne and, later, the Creuse and the countryside around Crozant, where he spen...

Her paintings often reflect these sceneries. In Gloucester, Richmond joined a group of artists in the so-called "Red Cottage," where artists of various backgrounds and skills gathere...

Comes from Robson's one volume "Scenery of the Grampian Mountains", (1819) (Second edition), which consists of 41 hand-colored aquatints.

He was especially fond of the Thames River and painted many pictures especially of Henley, Surbiton, the grand English country Manors and English scenery, interior scenes and London ...

The print combines natural scenery with human activity, providing a snapshot of the historical maritime landscape.

He was happy in the delineation of wild scenery and richly wooded landscapes, often with early morning or moonlight effects, in which he excelled.

This is a magnificent Antique Flemish Tapestry in Wool & Silk. It has a scenery with bird design & a fountain on a verdure surroundings.

Published in London by Tombleson & Co. at 11 Paternoster Row, with editions also distributed on the continent, these prints catered to a wide audience eager to admire the picturesque...

His engravings, often accompanied by elaborate decorative borders, combined documentary accuracy with romantic artistry, appealing to both local pride and the fascination of foreign ...

At the end of the summer, Roberts was offered a job painting scenery for a circus, and accepting this offer set the course for the next part of his life.

Antique Copper Engraving Print with Bavarian Scene ca. 1900 A lovely copperplate engraving print depicting a folksy Bavarian scenery in a mountain hut. Two hunters say goodbye to a ...

Antique Copper Engraving Print with Popular Bavarian Scene ca. 1900 A lovely copperplate engraving print depicting a folksy Bavarian scenery in a mountain hut. Two hunters impress a...

The scenic top showcases an elegant depiction of a bird amidst floral scenery, a motif echoed on the side panels. Below, the table features a practical magazine rack, seamlessly blen...

These boats not only enhance the maritime theme but also hint at the livelihoods of coastal communities, subtly weaving human presence into the vast natural scenery. The interplay of...

After his family settled in Media he traveled throughout the surrounding area in search of inspiring scenery.

This is particularly important for Brecknockshire, which includes some of the most striking scenery in Wales. Hand-coloring has been applied to the boundaries, with each adjacent co...

. • Style: Known for delicate shapes, precise painting, and motifs like dragons, phoenixes, flowers, and classical Japanese scenery. • Royal Patronage: Koransha was once appointed a ...

It portrays a peaceful sunset scene, with a group of swans gliding across still waters, surrounded by natural scenery. A refined and timeless piece that reflects skilled craftsmanship.

Karabakh Rug with Scenery and Inscriptions – A Rare Piece of Storytelling Art This extraordinary Karabakh rug from the Caucasus region stands out not only for its intricate craftsma...

Their work was later turned into a book called Picturesque Views of American Scenery, which was published in 1820 and illustrated by John Hill.

In 1881, Sword traveled to Conanicut Island, Rhode Island, where he found inspiration in the scenery. He constructed a house there in 1883 and spent his summers painting along the is...

Mary Russell Smith Feathered Tribe, 1871 Signed and dated lower left Oil on canvas 9 1/2 x 14 3/4 inches The daughter of theater scenery and landscape painter Russell Smith (1812–1...

Durand-Brager was the official artist sent to record the scenery and scenes surrounding the collection of Napoleon's body from St.Helena by an official French expedition in 1840.

It is a fine example of 18th-century ethnographic illustration, merging documentation with romanticized scenery. Condition: Very good condition for age.

In parallel, starting in 1886, he worked as a stage director and set designer for the shadow theatre at the famous Cabaret du Chat Noir, where he innovated with the use of colored sc...

In 1886, he also became a stage director and set designer for the shadow theatre at the famous Cabaret du Chat Noir, where he introduced the use of colored scenery, considered highly...

The technique is steel engraving on paper, known for its ability to capture fine architectural and natural details, as seen in the intricate rendering of foliage, masonry, and backgr...

Photographed from behind, the image does not reveal the identity of the figures, rather, it's simplicity and rugged scenery function as the contextual device. Curtis’ images vividly ...

The large fish on the side draws the eye first, with many details including shells, coral, barnacles, and other seaworthy concepts bringing the scenery to life. This vase is an anti...

However, of those works that do contain people, he places two in the foreground, often below the dramatic scenery to add to the sense of structure and texture in the painting - good ...

Showcasing medieval town scenes, one of them depicting the Cathédrale of Rouen in the background, the watercolors are perfectly composed, using diagonals to lead the eye throughout t...

19th Century Italian Majolica charger with hand painted scenery in great detail. Dimensions: 2"H x 16"D

In 1886, he also became a stage director and set designer for the shadow theatre at the Cabaret du Chat Noir, where he introduced innovative use of color scenery. He later devoted hi...

In 1886, he also became a stage director and set designer for the shadow theatre at the Cabaret du Chat Noir, where he revolutionized performances with the use of innovative colored ...

The blue and green tones add to the peaceful ambience of the scenery. The artwork is protected by a hand carved giltwood frame.

Bennett was deeply inspired by Dorset’s heritage buildings and natural scenery, and this location featured frequently in his body of work.