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Set of 12 Original Antique Botanical Prints After Sowerby. English 18th Century
Set of 12 Original Antique Botanical Prints After Sowerby. English 18th Century

Set of 12 Original Antique Botanical Prints After Sowerby. English 18th Century

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Wonderful set of 12 botanical prints. Hand coloured copper-plate engravings After drawings by J.Sowerby Published by W.Curtis 1793 Unframed. The measurement given is for one pri...

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1790s English Chinoiserie Antique Prints

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Elegant Hanoverian Horse Antique Chromolithograph by Otto Eerelman, 1898
Elegant Hanoverian Horse Antique Chromolithograph by Otto Eerelman, 1898

Elegant Hanoverian Horse Antique Chromolithograph by Otto Eerelman, 1898

Located in Langweer, NL

Elegant Hanoverian Horse Antique Chromolithograph by Otto Eerelman, 1898 This refined antique chromolithograph depicts a Hanoverian horse standing proudly within a stable interior, ...

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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Prints

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Unsigned Framed Photography, circa 1960
Unsigned Framed Photography, circa 1960

Unsigned Framed Photography, circa 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

Unsigned black and white photography. Framed. Made by unknown artist in Spain, circa 1960. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preservi...

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1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Prints

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4 Liu Kuiling Beasts Hanging Scrolls Cats Monkeys Rabbits Squirrels 38"
4 Liu Kuiling Beasts Hanging Scrolls Cats Monkeys Rabbits Squirrels 38"

4 Liu Kuiling Beasts Hanging Scrolls Cats Monkeys Rabbits Squirrels 38"

Located in Dayton, OH

Four vintage Chinese hanging scroll prints after Liu Kuiling, circa 1979. Titled the Four Beasts paintings collection and includes: Rabbits in a Bamboo garden; Squirrels in a gnarle...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Prints

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Set of 24 Original Antique Prints of Kings of England, C.1840
Set of 24 Original Antique Prints of Kings of England, C.1840

Set of 24 Original Antique Prints of Kings of England, C.1840

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Glorious set of 24 prints of English Kings Steel engravings with amazing decorative vignettes Published by Virtue C.1840 Unframed. The measurement given is the paper size of one...

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1840s English Antique Prints

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Roseate Spoonbill Print from Audubon's Birds of America C1838 Round Frame, New
Roseate Spoonbill Print from Audubon's Birds of America C1838 Round Frame, New

Roseate Spoonbill Print from Audubon's Birds of America C1838 Round Frame, New

By John James Audubon

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a digitally remastered print of a Roseate Spoonbill referenced from an Audubon Birds of America hand coloured print, originally from the 1800's Prints of this style were ori...

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Early 19th Century British American Colonial Antique Prints

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Wood, Paper

1969 Victor Vasarely Signed Op Art Serigraph
1969 Victor Vasarely Signed Op Art Serigraph

1969 Victor Vasarely Signed Op Art Serigraph

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Fairfield, CA

A mid century vintage op art serigraph by artist Victor Vasarely. Features a bright orange-red design of overlapping squares composed of small circles. Pencil signed on the lower rig...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Prints

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Byzantine Costume Study by Racinet, Imperial & Clerical Dress, 1888
Byzantine Costume Study by Racinet, Imperial & Clerical Dress, 1888

Byzantine Costume Study by Racinet, Imperial & Clerical Dress, 1888

Located in Langweer, NL

Byzantine Costume Study by Racinet, Imperial & Clerical Dress, 1888 This richly colored chromolithograph originates from the celebrated French publication Le Costume Historique ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Prints

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Original Antique Print of Wall-paper Designed by Walter Crane. 1906
Original Antique Print of Wall-paper Designed by Walter Crane. 1906

Original Antique Print of Wall-paper Designed by Walter Crane. 1906

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Wonderful print of wall-paper designed by Walter Crane Published 1906 Unframed and not matted. The size is for one of the prints Free shipping.  

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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Prints

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Small-Format Butterfly Engravings with Botanical Studies, 1835
Small-Format Butterfly Engravings with Botanical Studies, 1835

Small-Format Butterfly Engravings with Botanical Studies, 1835

Located in Langweer, NL

Small-Format Butterfly Engravings with Botanical Studies, 1835 This elegant set of six hand-colored butterfly engravings originates from the celebrated Victorian scientific publicat...

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Early 19th Century British Antique Prints

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Cabinet-Size Butterfly Engravings with Jewel-Tone Species, Set of 6, 1835
Cabinet-Size Butterfly Engravings with Jewel-Tone Species, Set of 6, 1835

Cabinet-Size Butterfly Engravings with Jewel-Tone Species, Set of 6, 1835

Located in Langweer, NL

Cabinet-Size Butterfly Engravings with Jewel-Tone Species, Set of 6, 1835 This striking set of six hand-colored butterfly engravings originates from the celebrated Victorian publica...

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Early 19th Century British Antique Prints

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Set of 12 Original Antique Botanical Prints- Orchids. Curtis. Dated 1837
Set of 12 Original Antique Botanical Prints- Orchids. Curtis. Dated 1837

Set of 12 Original Antique Botanical Prints- Orchids. Curtis. Dated 1837

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Wonderful set of 12 orchid prints. Lithographs after drawings mainly by W.Fitch Original hand color Published by Curtis. Dated 1837 and 1838 Unframed. Free shipping

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1830s English Georgian Antique Prints

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Framed Original Vanity Fair Caricature Litho, Lord Roseberry, 1901
Framed Original Vanity Fair Caricature Litho, Lord Roseberry, 1901

Framed Original Vanity Fair Caricature Litho, Lord Roseberry, 1901

By Sir Leslie Ward

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An English Gentleman Caricature – Lord Roseberry – an original chromolithograph from the British Vanity Fair series English Gentlemen, printed by Vincent Brooks Day & Son., 190...

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Early 1900s English International Style Antique Prints

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Giltwood, Paper

Set of 10 Antique Botanical Prints, English Botany 1902 – British Wild Flowers
Set of 10 Antique Botanical Prints, English Botany 1902 – British Wild Flowers

Set of 10 Antique Botanical Prints, English Botany 1902 – British Wild Flowers

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Botanical Prints – Decorative Set of 10 Hand Colored Plant Engravings Description: This refined set of ten antique botanical engravings offers a calm, natural elegance that ...

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Early 20th Century British Prints

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Antique Sugarcane Botanical Print – Saccharum officinarum, Hayne, ca.1820
Antique Sugarcane Botanical Print – Saccharum officinarum, Hayne, ca.1820

Antique Sugarcane Botanical Print – Saccharum officinarum, Hayne, ca.1820

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Sugarcane Botanical Print – Saccharum officinarum, Hayne Plate 100 Description: This finely executed botanical engraving depicts Saccharum officinarum, the sugarcane plant, shown with scientific clarity and quiet elegance. The composition presents the full growth habit with segmented canes and flowering plume, accompanied by precise analytical details of the inflorescence and spikelets, as well as a separate cross-section of the cane. The balance between clarity and restraint is characteristic of early German academic botany at its best. The print originates from Friedrich Gottlob Hayne’s monumental work Getreue Darstellung und Beschreibung der in der Arzneykunde gebräuchlichen Gewächse, published in Berlin in the early 19th century. Hayne was one of the most important botanical authors of his time, and his work played a crucial role in standardizing the visual language of medicinal and economic botany across Europe. Each plate was engraved on copper and then carefully hand colored, combining scientific accuracy with refined aesthetic appeal. Sugarcane held enormous economic and medicinal importance in the 18th and 19th centuries, linked to global trade networks, colonial agriculture, and the production of sugar as both food and pharmaceutical ingredient. As such, this plate carries strong historical resonance beyond its botanical subject, appealing equally to collectors of natural history, economic botany, and early scientific illustration. Visually, the print works exceptionally well as a stand-alone sheet. The calm composition, generous margins, and soft hand coloring make it particularly attractive for interior settings, from classic libraries to contemporary spaces where natural history prints are used as architectural accents. Condition report: Good antique condition. Light, even age toning to the paper consistent with age. Minor surface marks and soft handling wear visible on close inspection. Plate impression visible. No major tears or losses. Framing tips: This print benefits from a wide mat to emphasize its scientific elegance. Recommended combinations include a black or dark walnut frame with an ivory or parchment mat for a classic look, or a slim natural oak frame with an off-white mat for a lighter, contemporary presentation. Avoid overly dark mats, which can overpower the delicate hand coloring. Technique: Copper engraving with original hand coloring Maker: Friedrich Gottlob Hayne, Berlin, early 19th century Keywords: antique botanical print, sugarcane print, sugar cane botanical, saccharum officinarum, antique plant illustration, hand colored botanical, 19th century botanical print, natural history wall art, framed botanical print, antique agricultural print, economic botany illustration, tropical plant artwork, colonial trade decor, kitchen botanical wall art...

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1820s Antique Prints

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Original Vintage Print by Edmund Dulac, C.1920
Original Vintage Print by Edmund Dulac, C.1920

Original Vintage Print by Edmund Dulac, C.1920

By Edmund Dulac

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Wonderful image by Edmund Dulac Tipped in plate onto paper Lithograph. Published C.1930 The measurement given is the paper size not the actual coloured printed image. Free ship...

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1920s British Moorish Vintage Prints

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Polyommatus Butterflies & Caterpillars by Aug. Duméril, circa 1830
Polyommatus Butterflies & Caterpillars by Aug. Duméril, circa 1830

Polyommatus Butterflies & Caterpillars by Aug. Duméril, circa 1830

Located in Langweer, NL

Polyommatus Butterflies & Caterpillars by Aug. Duméril, circa 1830 This finely detailed and beautifully hand-colored entomological engraving depicts several species of butterflies f...

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Early 19th Century Antique Prints

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Original Vintage Print by Edmund Dulac, C.1920
Original Vintage Print by Edmund Dulac, C.1920

Original Vintage Print by Edmund Dulac, C.1920

By Edmund Dulac

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Wonderful image by Edmund Dulac Tipped in plate onto paper Lithograph. Published C.1930 The measurement given is the paper size not the actual coloured printed image. Free ship...

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1920s British Moorish Vintage Prints

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Botanical Hand-colored Copperplate engraving by Edward Dalton Smith
Botanical Hand-colored Copperplate engraving by Edward Dalton Smith

Botanical Hand-colored Copperplate engraving by Edward Dalton Smith

Located in Downingtown, PA

Botanical Brilliance: Edward Dalton Smith’s Copperplate Engravings 1829 This exquisite pair of hand-colored copperplate engravings represents the precision and artistry of the celeb...

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1820s English Early Victorian Antique Prints

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Set of Six Framed 18th c. Engravings of Moths
Set of Six Framed 18th c. Engravings of Moths

Set of Six Framed 18th c. Engravings of Moths

Located in Greenwich, CT

A set of six original hand-colored engravings of rare and unusual moths. Plates from The Aurelian or Natural History of English Insects (1766) by Moses Harris. These engravings wer...

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1760s English Antique Prints

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Vintage Botanical Mushroom Illustration, by E. Hochdanz, Stuttgart, Germany
Vintage Botanical Mushroom Illustration, by E. Hochdanz, Stuttgart, Germany

Vintage Botanical Mushroom Illustration, by E. Hochdanz, Stuttgart, Germany

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Vintage botanical mushroom illustration print, published by E. Hochdanz, Stuttgart (Germany), circa late 19th – early 20th century, featuring meticulously hand-colored depictions of ...

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Mid-19th Century German Bauhaus Antique Prints

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Pair of Original Vintage Prints of Mushrooms, circa 1900
Pair of Original Vintage Prints of Mushrooms, circa 1900

Pair of Original Vintage Prints of Mushrooms, circa 1900

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Great images of mushrooms. Unframed. Published, circa 1900. The size given is for one print Free shipping

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Prints

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Ancient Hawaiian Temples & Royal Sacred Sites – Pair of Small Engravings, 1836
Ancient Hawaiian Temples & Royal Sacred Sites – Pair of Small Engravings, 1836

Ancient Hawaiian Temples & Royal Sacred Sites – Pair of Small Engravings, 1836

Located in Langweer, NL

Ancient Hawaiian Temples & Royal Sacred Sites – Pair of Engravings, 1836 A rare and highly decorative pair of original antique engravings depicting important sacred and ceremonial s...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Prints

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Antique Botanical Prints Alpine Flora Set of 8, Chromolithographs, 1897
Antique Botanical Prints Alpine Flora Set of 8, Chromolithographs, 1897

Antique Botanical Prints Alpine Flora Set of 8, Chromolithographs, 1897

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Botanical Prints Alpine Flora Set of 8, Chromolithographs, 1897 A beautifully cohesive set of eight late 19th-century botanical prints depicting a variety of alpine flowerin...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Prints

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Antique Solar Study Chart “Die Sonne”, Meyers Scientific Plate Leipzig c.1900
Antique Solar Study Chart “Die Sonne”, Meyers Scientific Plate Leipzig c.1900

Antique Solar Study Chart “Die Sonne”, Meyers Scientific Plate Leipzig c.1900

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Solar Study Chart “Die Sonne”, Meyers Scientific Plate Leipzig c.1900 A visually compelling and richly detailed antique chromolithograph titled “Die Sonne” (The Sun), publis...

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Early 20th Century German Prints

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Mármol y Plomo Prints by Eduardo Chillida, Framed, Post-Modern, 1990s
Mármol y Plomo Prints by Eduardo Chillida, Framed, Post-Modern, 1990s

Mármol y Plomo Prints by Eduardo Chillida, Framed, Post-Modern, 1990s

By Eduardo Chillida

Located in Valencia, VC

Two Prints of Eduardo Chillida’s "Mármol y Plomo" We are offering two prints of Eduardo Chillida’s art works "Mármol y Plomo," created during the 1980s as part of a special edition ...

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1990s Spanish Brutalist Prints

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Set of 12 Antique Prints of English Country Houses and Gardens, C.1880
Set of 12 Antique Prints of English Country Houses and Gardens, C.1880

Set of 12 Antique Prints of English Country Houses and Gardens, C.1880

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Glorious set of 12 prints of English country houses or stalely homes. Chromo-lithographs After the original drawings by Alexander Francis Lydon Published by Mackenzie C.1880 Unfr...

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Late 19th Century English Georgian Antique Prints

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Keith Haring, Silkscreen, 1990s
Keith Haring, Silkscreen, 1990s

Keith Haring, Silkscreen, 1990s

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Keith Haring, signed and numbered. Silkscreen representing characters, in red, orange, green and blue tones, in its blond oak frame. Numbered 53/150. American work realized in the...

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1990s American Prints

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Important Spectacular Set of Twelve 18th-century Weinmann Botanical Prints
Important Spectacular Set of Twelve 18th-century Weinmann Botanical Prints

Important Spectacular Set of Twelve 18th-century Weinmann Botanical Prints

Located in Downingtown, PA

"Phytanthoza Iconographia": Set of Twelve Botanical Engravings by Johann Weinmann, Circa 1737–1745 A fine and historically significant set of twelve original copperplate engravings ...

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Mid-18th Century German Georgian Antique Prints

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Festive Parade, Switzerland – Adrian von Bubenberg & His Household Banner, 1855
Festive Parade, Switzerland – Adrian von Bubenberg & His Household Banner, 1855

Festive Parade, Switzerland – Adrian von Bubenberg & His Household Banner, 1855

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: Festive Parade – Adrian von Bubenberg and His Household Banner This magnificent hand-colored lithograph, created by H. Jenny and lithographed by Kümmerly and Wittmer, is par...

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1850s Antique Prints

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Vintage CBGB poster 1983 (CBGB 10 year anniversary Patti Smith Talking Heads)
Vintage CBGB poster 1983 (CBGB 10 year anniversary Patti Smith Talking Heads)

Vintage CBGB poster 1983 (CBGB 10 year anniversary Patti Smith Talking Heads)

By Patti Smith

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Rare vintage original CBGB club poster published in 1983 to commemorate the historic venue's 10 year anniversary. Offset lithograph. 1983. Measures: 23x35 inches. Good overall vint...

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1980s Vintage Prints

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Antique Catholic Print of Jesus Blessing Children – Germany, c. 1890
Antique Catholic Print of Jesus Blessing Children – Germany, c. 1890

Antique Catholic Print of Jesus Blessing Children – Germany, c. 1890

Located in Langweer, NL

Jesus Blessing the Children – Antique German Catholic Chromolithograph, c. 1890 This beautiful late 19th-century German chromolithograph depicts one of the most tender and beloved scenes in Christian iconography: Jesus blessing the children. Christ stands centrally in a serene pastoral landscape, gently extending his hands in a gesture of protection and compassion, while two children approach Him with trust and reverence. The soft light of the halo frames His head, reinforcing the sacred presence, while the surrounding greenery and distant buildings create a peaceful biblical setting. This image reflects the powerful theme from the Gospel of Matthew, “Let the little children come to me,” and was widely used in Catholic devotional culture for home altars, schools, and parish settings during the late Victorian period. The gentle facial expressions, flowing robes, and rich harmonious colors are all characteristic of high-quality German chromolithography from the late 19th century. Chromolithography allowed for exceptional depth of color and painterly effects, closely imitating oil painting. This example shows especially fine tonal transitions in the robes, sky, and landscape, as well as excellent detail in the figures and foliage. The overall visual impression is warm, calm, and deeply devotional, making this print particularly appealing to Catholic art collectors and religious interiors. Pieces of this type were often displayed in framed settings above prayer corners, in churches, or in Catholic family homes and have become increasingly collectible as surviving examples in good condition grow scarcer. Its subject matter gives it lasting spiritual and decorative appeal and makes it a timeless devotional artwork. CONDITION REPORT Good antique condition overall. Light even age toning to the paper, consistent with late 19th-century chromolithographs. Minor softening at the edges and faint handling traces visible upon close inspection. No major stains, no tears, and no restoration observed. The colors remain vibrant and well preserved. FRAMING TIPS This print would be beautifully enhanced with a classic gold-leaf or champagne-gilt wooden frame combined with a wide ivory or warm cream mat. For a more contemporary sacred interior, a soft walnut or dark oak frame with museum glass would provide excellent contrast and visual depth while keeping the devotional character intact. TECHNIQUE Chromolithography MAKER German devotional publisher, Germany, circa 1890 KEYWORD BLOCK Jesus blessing children, Jesus the Friend of Children, antique catholic print...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Prints

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Italian Contemporary Hand Painted Botanical Green Print "Artichoke" Set of 2
Italian Contemporary Hand Painted Botanical Green Print "Artichoke" Set of 2

Italian Contemporary Hand Painted Botanical Green Print "Artichoke" Set of 2

Located in Scandicci, Florence

Prints from the Collection Botanique Vegetables representinga group of three different types of artichokes enriched with green colors and nuances of watercolor. Another different ve...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Prints

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Jesus Appears to Mary Magdalene – Antique German Chromolithograph, c. 1895
Jesus Appears to Mary Magdalene – Antique German Chromolithograph, c. 1895

Jesus Appears to Mary Magdalene – Antique German Chromolithograph, c. 1895

Located in Langweer, NL

Jesus Appears to Mary Magdalene – Antique German Chromolithograph, c. 1895 This striking late 19th-century German chromolithograph depicts the moving biblical moment in which the risen Christ appears to Mary Magdalene following the Resurrection. Christ is shown standing in quiet majesty, halo radiant with divine light, His right hand placed gently over His heart in a gesture of compassion and reassurance. Mary Magdalene kneels before Him with deep devotion, her long flowing hair and rich garments emphasizing both humility and reverence. The composition is set within a tranquil garden landscape, traditionally associated with the Resurrection narrative, reinforcing the spiritual symbolism of rebirth, forgiveness, and divine mercy. Christ’s red tunic and deep blue mantle radiate warmth and solemnity, while the soft golden halo creates a luminous focal point that draws the eye immediately to His face. This scene, known in Christian tradition as *Noli Me Tangere* (“Touch Me Not”), represents one of the most emotionally powerful moments of the Gospel story. It became a highly favored subject in Catholic devotional art of the late 19th century, commonly displayed in prayer corners, chapels, religious schools, and family interiors. Produced using high-quality chromolithography, this print achieves exceptional painterly depth, with delicate shading in the flesh tones, refined folds in the drapery, and beautifully layered landscape colors. The gold highlights of the halos and the saturated reds and blues are especially well preserved, reflecting the superior production standards of German devotional publishers during this period. This is a visually commanding and spiritually meaningful artwork, highly desirable for Catholic collectors, sacred art interiors, and serious devotional art collections. CONDITION REPORT Good antique condition overall. Light, even age toning to the paper consistent with late 19th-century chromolithographs. Minor edge wear and very gentle corner softening visible upon close inspection. No major stains, no tears, and no restoration observed. Colors remain strong and vivid. FRAMING TIPS This print will display beautifully in a classic gilt or softly antiqued gold wooden frame to echo the sacred halo tones. For a more restrained interior, a dark walnut or black lacquer frame with a wide ivory mat and museum glass will create a dramatic devotional presentation. TECHNIQUE Chromolithography MAKER German devotional publisher, Germany, circa 1895 KEYWORD BLOCK Jesus and Mary Magdalene, Noli Me Tangere, resurrection scene, antique catholic print...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Prints

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Original Antique Print of The English Civil War- Naseby. C.1870
Original Antique Print of The English Civil War- Naseby. C.1870

Original Antique Print of The English Civil War- Naseby. C.1870

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Great image of The Battle of Naseby Fine steel engraving after G.Cattermole Published by Mackenzie C.1870 Unframed. The size given is the paper size

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1870s English Antique Prints

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Marti Somers — "6 Limes Juggling" Signed Limited Edition Print (103/195)
Marti Somers — "6 Limes Juggling" Signed Limited Edition Print (103/195)

Marti Somers — "6 Limes Juggling" Signed Limited Edition Print (103/195)

Located in San Carlos, CA

Add a touch of whimsical sophistication to your collection with this enchanting limited-edition print by acclaimed contemporary artist Marti Somers. Titled 6 Limes Juggling, the piec...

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2010s American Modern Prints

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Mexican Woman Costume Print – Antique Hand-Colored Lithograph, 1854
Mexican Woman Costume Print – Antique Hand-Colored Lithograph, 1854

Mexican Woman Costume Print – Antique Hand-Colored Lithograph, 1854

Located in Langweer, NL

Mexican Woman Costume Print – Antique Hand-Colored Lithograph, 1854 This antique hand-colored lithograph, published in 1854 in Album des Voyages Anciens et Modernes by Martial Ardan...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Prints

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St Mary Protectress of Innocents, Antique German Chromolithograph c.1900
St Mary Protectress of Innocents, Antique German Chromolithograph c.1900

St Mary Protectress of Innocents, Antique German Chromolithograph c.1900

Located in Langweer, NL

St Mary Protectress of Innocents, Antique German Chromolithograph c.1900 This exceptionally tender and beautifully composed late 19th–early 20th century German chromolithograph depi...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Prints

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Antique Hand-Colored Costume Print of Greece, Turkey and Armenia c1860
Antique Hand-Colored Costume Print of Greece, Turkey and Armenia c1860

Antique Hand-Colored Costume Print of Greece, Turkey and Armenia c1860

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Hand-Colored Costume Print of Greece, Turkey and Armenia c1860 A refined and historically evocative mid-19th century costume print depicting figures from Greece and the Otto...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Prints

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Bird’s-Eye View of Charleston, South Carolina – Panoramic City Engraving, 19th C
Bird’s-Eye View of Charleston, South Carolina – Panoramic City Engraving, 19th C

Bird’s-Eye View of Charleston, South Carolina – Panoramic City Engraving, 19th C

Located in Langweer, NL

Bird’s-Eye View of Charleston, South Carolina – Panoramic City Engraving, 19th C. This impressive 19th-century engraving titled Bird’s-Eye View of Charleston presents a sweeping pan...

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1860s French Antique Prints

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Antique New Mexico Landscape Print, Wagon Train Scene, Meyer 1850s
Antique New Mexico Landscape Print, Wagon Train Scene, Meyer 1850s

Antique New Mexico Landscape Print, Wagon Train Scene, Meyer 1850s

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique New Mexico Landscape Print, Wagon Train Scene, Meyer 1850s This atmospheric mid-19th-century engraving presents a striking frontier landscape titled “Landschaft bei der Furt...

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Mid-19th Century German Antique Prints

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Set of 16 Original Antique Botanical Prints, circa 1850
Set of 16 Original Antique Botanical Prints, circa 1850

Set of 16 Original Antique Botanical Prints, circa 1850

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Wonderful set of 16 botanical prints Lithographs after the original botanical drawings by Hooker. Original color Published, circa 1850 Unframed. The measurement given is for one...

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1850s English Early Victorian Antique Prints

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Original Antique Print of a Firecrest, circa 1880, 'Unframed'
Original Antique Print of a Firecrest, circa 1880, 'Unframed'

Original Antique Print of a Firecrest, circa 1880, 'Unframed'

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Great image of a Firecrest Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Alexander Francis Lydon. Original color ...

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1880s English Folk Art Antique Prints

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Original Antique Print of a Spotted Flycatcher, circa 1880, 'Unframed'
Original Antique Print of a Spotted Flycatcher, circa 1880, 'Unframed'

Original Antique Print of a Spotted Flycatcher, circa 1880, 'Unframed'

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Great image of a Spotted Flycatcher Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Alexander Francis Lydon. Origina...

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1880s English Folk Art Antique Prints

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Antique Flying Fox Bat Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, 1816
Antique Flying Fox Bat Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, 1816

Antique Flying Fox Bat Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, 1816

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Flying Fox Bat Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, 1816 This remarkable early 19th-century hand-colored lithograph by the celebrated Swiss natural history artist Karl Josep...

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Early 19th Century Swiss Antique Prints

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1897 Vibrant Botanical Prints – Torenia, Speedwell Varieties, and Eccremocarpus
1897 Vibrant Botanical Prints – Torenia, Speedwell Varieties, and Eccremocarpus

1897 Vibrant Botanical Prints – Torenia, Speedwell Varieties, and Eccremocarpus

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: 1897 Botanical Prints – Torenia, Speedwell Varieties, and Eccremocarpus This collection of four original botanical prints from 1897 features **Torenia fournieri**, **shrubb...

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1890s Antique Prints

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Original Antique Print of a Blue Tit, circa 1880, 'Unframed'
Original Antique Print of a Blue Tit, circa 1880, 'Unframed'

Original Antique Print of a Blue Tit, circa 1880, 'Unframed'

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Great image of a Blue Tit Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Alexander Francis Lydon. Original color P...

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1880s English Folk Art Antique Prints

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Botanical Prints: Chrysanthemum Carinatum, Paris Daisy & Chrysanthemums, 1897
Botanical Prints: Chrysanthemum Carinatum, Paris Daisy & Chrysanthemums, 1897

Botanical Prints: Chrysanthemum Carinatum, Paris Daisy & Chrysanthemums, 1897

Located in Langweer, NL

Trio of Antique Botanical Prints: Chrysanthemum Carinatum, Paris Daisy & Chrysanthemums This exquisite set of antique botanical prints highlights "Chrysanthemum Carinatum," "Marg...

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1890s Antique Prints

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Medieval European Clergy Costumes by Racinet, Gothic Vestments, 1888
Medieval European Clergy Costumes by Racinet, Gothic Vestments, 1888

Medieval European Clergy Costumes by Racinet, Gothic Vestments, 1888

Located in Langweer, NL

Medieval European Clergy Costumes by Racinet, Gothic Church Vestments, 1888 This refined chromolithograph originates from the celebrated publication Le Costume Historique by the Fre...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Prints

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Anne Boleyn, Queen of England – Handcoloured Engraving, ca. 1900
Anne Boleyn, Queen of England – Handcoloured Engraving, ca. 1900

Anne Boleyn, Queen of England – Handcoloured Engraving, ca. 1900

Located in Langweer, NL

Anne Boleyn, Queen of England – Handcoloured Engraving, ca. 1900 Elegant handcoloured engraving of Anne Boleyn (c.1501–1536), Queen of England and second wife of King Henry VIII. Sh...

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Early 1900s French Antique Prints

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Native US Flora - Six Original Botanical Chromolithograps, 1879
Native US Flora - Six Original Botanical Chromolithograps, 1879

Native US Flora - Six Original Botanical Chromolithograps, 1879

Located in Langweer, NL

The image displays a collection of six chromolithographs depicting various plant species. These illustrations are characterized by their botanical accuracy and aesthetic appeal, typi...

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1870s American Antique Prints

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Habit of a Dervish of India, 1700 – Hand-Colored Costume Engraving
Habit of a Dervish of India, 1700 – Hand-Colored Costume Engraving

Habit of a Dervish of India, 1700 – Hand-Colored Costume Engraving

Located in Langweer, NL

Habit of a Dervish of India, 1700 – Hand-Colored Costume Engraving A refined and visually striking 18th-century hand-colored engraving depicting a Dervish from India, presented in c...

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Mid-18th Century British Antique Prints

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Persia Unveiled: Antique Map of Iran, Afghanistan, and Beyond, 1852
Persia Unveiled: Antique Map of Iran, Afghanistan, and Beyond, 1852

Persia Unveiled: Antique Map of Iran, Afghanistan, and Beyond, 1852

Located in Langweer, NL

The antique map titled 'Royaumes de Perse Herat & Kaboul' is an attractive map of Persia. Here are the key details and features of the map: 1. **Geographic Coverage**: - The map ...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Prints

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Antique and Vintage Prints for Wall Decor

Prints are works of art produced in multiple editions. Though several copies of a specific artwork can exist, collectors consider antique and vintage prints originals when they have been manually created by the artist or are “impressions” that are part of the artist’s intent for the work.

Modern artists use a range of printmaking techniques to produce different types of prints such as relief, intaglio and planographic. Relief prints are created by cutting away a printing surface to leave only a design. Ink or paint is applied to the raised parts of the surface, and it is used to stamp or press the design onto paper or another surface. Relief prints include woodcuts, linocuts and engravings.

Intaglio prints are the opposite of relief prints in that they are incised into the printing surface. The artist cuts the design into a block, plate or other material and then coats it with ink before wiping off the surface and transferring the design to paper through tremendous pressure. Intaglio prints have plate marks showing the impression of the original block or plate as it was pressed onto the paper.

Artists create planographic prints by drawing a design on a stone or metal plate using a grease crayon. The plate is washed with water, then ink is spread over the plate and it adheres to the grease markings. The image is then stamped on paper to make prints.

All of these printmaking methods have an intricate process, although each can usually transfer only one color of ink. Artists use separate plates or blocks for multiple colors, and together these create one finished work of art.

Find prints ranging from the 18th- and 19th-century bird illustrations by J.C. Sepp to mid-century modern prints, as well as numerous other antique and vintage prints at 1stDibs. Browse the collection today and read about how to arrange wall art in your space.