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Beautiful French 19th-century large tapestry depicting a picturesque pastoral landscape with cranes, water, trees, a village, and a windmill. The finely detailed scenic composition i...

Tapestry Natural Landscape "Arazzo" by Enzo Mari and Elio Mari for Interflex, Italy, 1993 This large wall hanging rug designed by Elio and Enzo Mari was produced in 1993 and is no l...

17th-Century Aubusson Tapestry Fragment – Wool and Silk Exceptional 17th-century French Aubusson tapestry fragment, finely woven in a combination of wool and silk. The tapestry dep...

TITLE: Two Stems with Red Flowers – Original Botanical Watercolor by A.L., 1819 DESCRIPTION: A refined original botanical watercolor depicting two slender stems bearing vivid red flowers and delicately rendered green leaves, painted in 1819 by an unidentified artist with the initials A.L. The composition is elegant and restrained, with the flowering stems isolated against the natural cream-colored paper. The artist has carefully observed the structure of the plant, combining botanical precision with the decorative quality characteristic of early 19th-century flower studies. The work is monogrammed “A.L.” on the left stem and dated “1819” on the right. Particularly noteworthy is the paper itself, which bears the watermark “J. Whatman 1817.” James Whatman's celebrated English papers were highly regarded by artists and printmakers for their quality and durability. The watermark dates the manufacture of the paper to 1817, while the artist's inscription dates the execution of the watercolor to 1819. The two dates therefore provide an unusually clear chronology: the Whatman sheet was manufactured in 1817 and used by the artist for this botanical watercolor two years later, in 1819. An attractive and unusually well-documented original botanical artwork from the Regency period. ARTIST: A.L., unidentified artist. The work is monogrammed “A.L.” on the left stem. DATE: 1819 - dated on the artwork. MEDIUM: Original watercolor on paper PAPER: J. Whatman paper, watermarked 1817 ORIGIN: European, probably British or Continental European PERIOD / STYLE: Regency period Early 19th century Botanical / Natural History SUBJECT: Two stems with red flowers Botanical study Flower study DIMENSIONS: Image: approximately 29 × 16.5 cm Sheet: approximately 46 × 32.5 cm MARKS: Monogrammed “A.L.” on the left stem. Dated “1819” on the right. Paper watermarked “J. Whatman 1817.” CONDITION: Very good antique condition. The watercolor retains attractive and strong colors. Some light age-related toning and occasional minor foxing are present. A subtle former light line is visible, consistent with previous presentation beneath a passe-partout. The sheet was attached beneath a passe-partout along the upper edge. FRAMING: Offered unframed. Any framed or interior photographs shown are for presentation and inspiration only. AUTHENTICITY: An original, unique hand-painted watercolor dating from 1819. This is not a print, engraving or modern reproduction. KEYWORDS: botanical watercolor, original watercolor, botanical painting, flower watercolor, red flowers, botanical study, flower study, A.L. artist, monogrammed watercolor, dated 1819, Regency botanical art, Regency watercolor, early 19th century watercolor, 19th century botanical art, J Whatman, Whatman 1817, Whatman paper, English paper, antique botanical painting...

Charming 1970s Spanish folk art wool tapestry featuring a central majestic tree with intricate branching and textured foliage, set against a warm golden-brown ground. Hand-embroidere...

Mid-20th-Century Aubusson Tapestry — Verdure Bleue. A finely handwoven Aubusson tapestry from the mid-20th century, entitled Verdure Bleue, the tapestry is woven in a sophisticated ...

Mid-20th Century Aubusson Tapestry – Handwoven Wool & Silk Beautiful mid-20th century Aubusson tapestry, finely handwoven in wool and silk, depicting a charming pastoral woodland la...

A small Danish coastal landscape by Karen Jensen, depicting a quiet stretch of water with several boats drawn up along the shore. The composition is arranged with a broad, pale sky a...

Danish ceramic wall mirror decorated by hand and designed by Marianne Starck for Michael Andersen & Son in the 1960s. Solid, thick ceramic frame with navy blue and light grey per...

Exceptional mid-20th-century French tapestry woven on Jacquard looms in Halluin stitch with wool and cotton. .The "verdure" genre was very popular in the 17th century and gave rise t...

Madonna & Child Religious Wall Icon A beautifully aged Madonna and Child religious icon, painted in the traditional style of Italian devotional art. Set on a shaped wooden panel wit...

Woven from fine plant-fiber cloth, this piece is painted in ink with floral and botanical motifs — blossoms reminiscent of chrysanthemums, and branches that bring to mind a flowering...

Large Antique Greek Amphora Chromolithograph, Genick, 1883 Original antique color lithograph depicting an elaborately decorated ancient Greek amphora with a classical warrior scene,...

6239 Pair of dachshund set in a moody oil painting Set I a gilt wood frame Image size 19.5x23.5" Signed lower right

Early 20th Century Aubusson Tapestry – Pastoral Landscape with Floral Border A beautiful Aubusson tapestry featuring a richly detailed pastoral landscape in warm, earthy tones. The...

This is a work board likely used by a lacquer artisan somewhere in the Tohoku region — perhaps in an area such as Tochigi or Fukushima. It is thought to date from the Showa 30s (the ...

Greater Bird of Paradise Male & Female Hand-Colored Lithograph, c. 1875 Description: Original antique hand-colored lithograph depicting a magnificent pair of Greater Birds of Paradise, identified beneath the image as “Der gemeine Paradiesvogel (Paradisea apoda).” The composition shows the spectacular male Greater Bird of Paradise perched above a female. The male is represented with his characteristic golden-yellow ornamental flank plumes cascading dramatically around the body, contrasting with his dark chest and greenish-yellow head and throat. Two extremely elongated tail wires descend beneath him. The more restrained brown plumage of the female provides a striking illustration of the sexual dimorphism for which birds of paradise became celebrated. Birds of paradise were among the most extraordinary exotic birds known to European naturalists and collectors. Early specimens reached Europe from the Indonesian archipelago without their feet, contributing to centuries of myths that the birds lived perpetually in the air. This history is reflected in the scientific name Paradisea apoda, meaning essentially “footless bird of paradise.” The plate is numbered Fig. 139 and bears the German title “Der gemeine Paradiesvogel.” It was produced for a German 19th-century natural-history publication and is a fine example of the period's increasingly sophisticated ornithological illustration. Although the composition is reminiscent of the celebrated bird illustrations associated with John Gould, I would not attribute this particular plate directly to Gould. The available evidence does not establish Gould as its artist or publisher, and the German typography and figure numbering indicate that it belongs to a separate German natural-history publication. Greater Bird of Paradise Paradisea apoda “Der gemeine Paradiesvogel” Fig. 139 German School c. 1870–1880 Original hand-colored lithograph This is an original antique print from the 19th century, not a modern reproduction. Condition: Good antique condition with overall age-related toning, scattered light foxing and minor spotting and marks, particularly within the margins. Some minor handling wear is consistent with age. The colors remain attractive and the principal image is well preserved. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description. Period: Late 19th Century Style: Victorian Medium: Hand-colored lithograph on paper Subject: Greater Bird of Paradise Bird of Paradise Paradisea apoda Male and Female Birds Tropical Birds Ornithology Natural History Keywords: Greater Bird of Paradise, Bird of Paradise, Paradisea apoda, Paradiesvogel, Der gemeine Paradiesvogel, paradise bird, tropical bird, exotic bird, male bird of paradise, female bird of paradise, Indonesian birds...

This is a large antique Japanese paper sheet made from Hogoshi (反故紙)—discarded or repurposed sheets of handwritten paper that had previously served another purpose. Measuring approxi...

Lakeside Landscape Technical Information: Period: 1930 Origin: Germany Artist: Heribert Bahndorf (1877, Leipzig – 1947, Meersburg on Lake Constance) Medium: Oil on board Artwork dim...

Large mid-century Italian tapestry, 1950s. Width: 204 cm Height: 144 cm Depth: 3 cm Good condition. Found in an aristocratic apartment in my city. To facilitate shipping, it will be ...

Beautiful tile mural with the "FRUIT BOWL" motif finely painted. Tile mural size: 41.3"W X 35.4"H (105cm X 90cm) Tile size: 5.9"W X 5.9"H (15cm X 15cm) Origin: Portugal Production...

This 21st-century limited edition lithograph features Banksy’s iconic pop-art portrait of supermodel Kate Moss, inspired by Andy Warhol’s famous Marilyn Monroe prints and created for...

A rare and beautifully printed pair of facsimile plates from the Pomar Codex, the celebrated late-16th-century natural history manuscript commissioned for Philip II of Spain and now ...

Ceramic hand painted artwork of a colorful landscape by Catalan artist Diaz Costa, circa 1960. Framed. In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preservi...

This is a wooden component from a traditional Japanese tool known as a “Gangi” (雁木), once used in the construction and maintenance of thatched roofs. It is crafted from Japanese ceda...

Russian Kazan Mother of God Icon with Brass Oklad, Late 20th Century Russian Orthodox Kazan Mother of God icon with an embossed gold-toned brass oklad, dating to the later 20th cent...

Exceptional mid-20th-century French tapestry woven on Jacquard looms in Halluin stitch with wool and cotton. .The "verdure" genre was very popular in the 17th century and gave rise t...

This charming floral still life by Dominguech, painted circa 1930–1950, captures a bouquet of yellow mimosa blossoms in a deep blue vase. The artist’s confident, impasto brushwork gi...

Beautiful mid-20th-century French tapestry woven on Jacquard looms with wool, and cotton . .The "verdure" genre was very popular in the 17th century and gave rise to sumptuous tapes...

CHARMING Antique English Pair of Oak Hanging Bookcases or Plate Racks~~ The perfect decorative accent piece for displaying your favorite Books, Imari, Majolica, Staffordshire or ot...

19th Century Rare French Majolica Reticulated Flowers Platter. 10.3 by 8.7 inches.  

A vibrant mid-century modern oil on canvas painting "Still Life with Flowers" by California painter Bryan Wilson (American 1927–2002), dated and signed 1960 measuring 3 feet square. ...

Grossglockner, Austrian Alps, Willi Hans Schwarz An oil-on-canvas painting depicting the Großglockner massif, a refined work by Willi Hans Schwarz. A fine selection of luxury mountai...

A fantastic original etching by famed Spanish artist Pablo Picasso titled "Pour Roby" (from L’Age de Soleil). This minimalistic portrait by Picasso features thin lines that outline a...

Large abstract acrylic painting by Michigan artist Joel Durand USA circa 1960s Organic abstraction with a restrained palette of warm neutrals accented by saturated orange and ochre ...

An elegant and exceptionally charming French Aubusson Verdure tapestry panel from the late 19th- to early 20th-century Belle Époque era (circa 1890–1920). Exhibiting the masterfully...

This atmospheric marine seascape by Herman Van den Berghe beautifully captures the quiet majesty of early 20th‑century maritime life. The composition features two vessels, one steam‑...

Mid Century Modern Colorful Tapestry, circa 1970 By unknown Artist In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a...

Group of 3 Harry Hilson handmade wool Tapestries. Limited editions, 1973-1974, vivid colors. Newly framed, labels in the back.

A beautiful French zinc decorative horse head trade sign from the late 19th century with great details on the mane and musculature. France, circa 1880-1900. Beautiful weathered and s...

Rugby at Twickenham by Tram - Dame Laura Knight. One of the most iconic sporting posters produced for London Transport, Rugby at Twickenham by Tram was designed by the renowned Briti...

Madonna attended the American Life promotional event at New York's legendary Tower Records store on 23 April 2003, just a day after the album's release. She also signed this promotio...

Rare 19th century Majolica oyster plate with pastels colors, shells and seaweeds signed Gien.

19th Century Aubusson Tapestry – Fox Hunting Scene in the 18th Century Style A fine 19th century Aubusson tapestry, woven in the style of the celebrated French tapestries of the 18t...

More information coming soon… A massive toile peinte, measuring over seven feet tall and about eight feet wide. Dating to the 1700s, the French painting depicts a stag hunt in the ...

Title: The Battle of Trafalgar, Admiral Nelson & British Fleet, 1805 Original antique 19th-century steel engraving depicting the Battle of Trafalgar, the decisive British naval victory of 21 October 1805 during the Napoleonic Wars. This dramatic maritime scene is after the painting by celebrated British marine artist Clarkson Frederick Stanfield, R.A. (1793–1867), and was engraved by John Cousen (1804–1880). The inscriptions beneath the image read: “C. STANFIELD, R.A. PAINTER.” “J. COUSEN, ENGRAVER.” “THE BATTLE OF TRAFALGAR.” “FROM THE PICTURE IN THE VERNON GALLERY.” The Battle of Trafalgar Fought on 21 October 1805 off Cape Trafalgar on the southwestern coast of Spain, the Battle of Trafalgar was one of the most important naval engagements of the Napoleonic Wars. The British Royal Navy, commanded by Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson, confronted the combined French and Spanish fleet under Admiral Pierre-Charles Villeneuve. Nelson employed an unconventional attack, dividing his fleet into columns that sailed directly into the Franco-Spanish battle line. The resulting close-range engagement ended in a decisive British victory and confirmed Britain’s command of the seas. The battle became one of the defining events of British maritime history. Admiral Horatio Nelson & HMS Victory Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758–1805) commanded the British fleet from his famous flagship HMS Victory. Shortly before the battle commenced, Nelson ordered the celebrated signal: “England expects that every man will do his duty.” During the fighting, Nelson was struck by a musket ball fired from the French ship Redoutable and was mortally wounded. He died aboard HMS Victory during the battle, having lived long enough to learn that victory was assured. His death at the moment of triumph made Nelson a national hero and permanently linked his name with Trafalgar. The Scene Stanfield’s composition conveys the enormous scale, violence and confusion of a major naval engagement in the age of sail. Ships-of-the-line crowd the horizon, their towering masts and rigging emerging through smoke, spray and the dramatic sky. Several vessels are depicted fighting at extremely close quarters, recalling the devastating exchanges of cannon fire that characterized the battle. In the foreground, broken spars, wreckage and sailors struggling in the turbulent sea emphasize the human consequences of the engagement. The exceptionally wide composition gives the engraving an almost panoramic character and makes it particularly effective as a decorative maritime print. Clarkson Frederick Stanfield, R.A. (1793–1867) Clarkson Frederick Stanfield was one of the leading British marine painters of the 19th century. Stanfield had first-hand experience of life at sea before establishing himself as an artist. His knowledge of ships, rigging, changing weather and the movement of the ocean contributed to the convincing maritime atmosphere for which his work became celebrated. He was elected a Royal Academician and became particularly admired for his dramatic marine and historical paintings. John Cousen (1804–1880) The painting was translated into engraving by John Cousen, an accomplished English engraver known particularly for his landscape, architectural and marine subjects after important contemporary British artists. His finely worked engraving preserves the dramatic tonal effects of Stanfield’s original painting, from the dark turbulent foreground water to the distant ships disappearing into smoke and atmospheric haze. The Vernon Gallery The original painting was part of the important collection assembled by British businessman and philanthropist Robert Vernon (1774–1849). Vernon built an extensive collection devoted primarily to contemporary British art and presented his collection to the British nation in 1847. The inscription “From the Picture in the Vernon Gallery” records the important provenance of Stanfield’s original composition. Technique: Original antique steel engraving Artist: Clarkson Frederick Stanfield, R.A. (1793–1867) Engraver: John Cousen (1804–1880) Title: The Battle of Trafalgar Subject: Battle of Trafalgar Date depicted: 21 October 1805 Historical figure: Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson British flagship: HMS Victory Historical period: Napoleonic Wars Origin: England Publication date: 19th century Style / Period: Victorian / 19th-century British maritime art Condition: Good antique condition with overall age-related toning, scattered spotting and foxing and minor staining. There is visible wear and some paper loss and irregularity to the outer edges and corners, particularly at the upper corners. Some minor handling marks and creasing are present, consistent with the age of the sheet. The engraved image itself remains strong, detailed and visually impressive. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description. Please note: This is an original antique 19th-century steel engraving, not a modern reproduction. The print is sold unframed. Framed images or interior views, if shown, are for presentation and inspiration only. Keywords: Battle of Trafalgar, Trafalgar 1805, Admiral Nelson, Horatio Nelson, Lord Nelson, HMS Victory, Royal Navy, British Navy, Napoleonic Wars, Napoleon, naval battle, naval warfare, British naval history, maritime history, military history, sailing ships, ships of the line, antique maritime print, antique naval engraving, Clarkson Stanfield, Clarkson Frederick Stanfield, John Cousen, Vernon Gallery, British marine art, Victorian engraving, steel engraving, original antique print, 19th century maritime art

Circa 1970 · Acrylic on wood · Colima, México Some paintings decorate. Those by Rangel Hidalgo do something harder: they create a world of their own with its own rules, and make it ...

A fantastic, absolutely gorgeous, riveting large lithograph print in colors by renowned California/American artist/painter/printmaker Sam Francis (1923-1994) who was famous for his A...

Superfine Signed Turkish Herekeh All Silk Pictorial Animal Rug from the 3rd quarter of the 20th century Details rug no. j5117 size 6'' x 9'' The Middle East is historically known a...

Original Antique Print of Exotic Insects, Lanternfly and Mantis, c. 1790 Original antique hand-colored engraving depicting a spectacular collection of exotic insects, including a la...

Here is a fantastic "Gallant Horse" glass tile mosaic by Evelyn Ackerman, ERA Industries, circa 1950s. It is in excellent original condition with only minor wear to the walnut frame...

A large striking abstract landscape painting depicting Le Mont Saint Michel France by Jean-Marc David dated 1974. Minor restoration. Reframed.

Original offset lithograph mailer on wove paper, published by Leo Castelli Gallery in conjunction with an exhibition—Warhol’s breakout “Flowers” show—held from November 21-December 1...

Verner Panton for Mira-X Wave Pattern Fabric in probably the best of the color pallets! Almost 3 yds! 100" inches long. Fabric is in great shape with no fading. These were a line...

Exquisite Italian decorative wall artwork by Argenteria d’Arte Guerrini, featuring a finely sculpted high-relief landscape crafted from metal with a 925 silver-plated finish and sele...

Three vintage gold and silver metallic painted hanging panels featuring a tropical bird / Crane / Stork theme with vines. Dimensions: 21" x 1" x 62.75" (W x D x H)

A Swedish country Gustavian period hanging cabinet in pine featuring one door and interior shelves. Usable in a kitchen environment or by the entree of a house, to keep keys and smal...

Great image after Guido Reni Fine steel engraving Published by Fisher. Dated 1841 Unframed. Free shipping

Charming 1970s Spanish folk art wool tapestry hand-embroidered with a peaceful English countryside scene: classic thatched cottages with tall chimneys, a large central tree, winding ...

1678 Baroque Dressage Training Horse at the Pillar – Georg Simon Winter This original hand-coloured copperplate engraving depicts an advanced riding-school exercise from one of the ...