Bartele Gallery

John Tallis & Company was renowned for their detailed and ornate maps during the 19th century. Their maps are distinguished by the intricate borders and vignettes that are as informa...

The map presented here is an intricate example from the series of maps produced by John Tallis & Company. Tallis maps are known for their detailed and elaborate style, often includin...

The Tallis maps, including the one of India, are known for their detailed and ornamental style. They were produced during the mid-19th century, a time when cartographic publishing became as much an art form as a means of geographic representation. John Tallis & Company, founded by John Tallis, was known for creating maps with elaborate borders and vignettes surrounding the map itself. These maps often included illustrations that depicted scenes representative of the region's culture, significant local wildlife, architectural landmarks, and portraits of indigenous peoples...

The map is part of the series created by John Tallis & Company, known for their mid-19th-century maps. This particular map illustrates the regions of Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and...

"Nelson's Guide to the City of New York and its Neighbourhood," published in 1858 by T. Nelson in London and New York, serves as an invaluable resource for exploring the historical a...

A very large chromolithograph of the orchid species Dendrobium macranthum, as indicated by the text at the bottom of the print. It is from a collection called, "Illustrations d'orchi...

A large chromolithograph botanical illustration, featuring the orchid species Phaius blumei Lindl. The print comes from the 19th-century work "Illustrations d'orchidees des Indes Ori...

A large and rare original chromolithographic plate from a significant 19th-century botanical work on orchids from the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia). It is taken from the book t...

Antique print titled 'Calostemma Purpureum - Calostemma Luteum'. Lithograph of purple and yellow wilcannia lilies. This print originates from 'Fl...

A color engraving from the 19th century, with the scene described as "Wood depot on the St Lawrence River near the city of Quebec, years 1850." The artists involved in the creation...

Title: "Detailed Map of Austral Land - 1854" This historic map, titled "Australland," was published in Glogau in 1854 by cartographer Carl Flemming. It's an intricately detailed dep...

This map is a historical document, focused on Western Australia. It illustrates the route of an expedition under Surveyor General Roe from Perth to Russell Range during 1848 and 1849...

This image is an intricate frontispiece from a book by Jacques Barozzi de Vignole, known as Vignola, an influential 16th-century Italian architect who was one of the great architect ...

The image is an engraving of the Panthéon in Paris, created by Auguste Bry (1805–1880) and Philippe Benoist (1813–). The Panthéon originally served as a church dedicated to St. Gen...

Title: "Renaissance Nobility: Württemberg and Mainz" This composite image juxtaposes two hand-colored prints from the Renaissance era, offering a glimpse into the fashion and famili...

Title: "Lion-tailed Macaque - A Portrait of Wild Majesty" Description: This 19th-century coloured engraving, a creation of the German School, portrays the distinctive Lion-tailed Ma...

Title: "The Varied Panther of Nature's Palette" Description: This 19th-century coloured engraving, crafted with the meticulous hand of German illustrator Johann Eberhard Ihle and en...

This original hand-colored map is from the "Atlas National Illustré," a work by Victor Levasseur, a French geographer and cartographer known for his richly illustrated maps. The map...

This original hand-colored map is from the "Atlas National Illustré," a work by Victor Levasseur, a French geographer and cartographer known for his richly illustrated maps. The map...

This original hand-colored map is from the "Atlas National Illustré," a work by Victor Levasseur, a French geographer and cartographer known for his richly illustrated maps. The map is a steel engraving, which was a common and precise method for creating maps at the time. The inclusion of the publisher's name, A. Combette from Paris, and the addresses of the various contributors to the map's creation, like the engravers Laguillermie and Rainaud, adds to the historical context of the piece. The margins of the map are adorned with detailed illustrations that serve as a visual encyclopedic reference to the region's geography, economy, and notable figures. The use of color along the boundaries makes the map not only a tool for navigation but also an educational resource, providing insights into the department's landscape, economy, and cultural significance. The text included in the map's design provides statistical information, a map legend, and discussions about the land, local curiosities, notable personalities, products, and commerce, which would have been invaluable for education and reference at the time. The 'Atlas National Illustré' is celebrated for its combination of cartographic detail and artistic embellishment, making it a valuable cultural artifact. It represents the height of decorative map-making in the 19th century, alongside the works of John Tallis and Archibald Fullarton. This uploaded image is a detailed and colored map of the Département de la Gironde from Victor Levasseur's "Atlas National Illustré." Similar to the other maps from this series, it features a central map with the title 'Dépt. de la Gironde' at the bottom. Surrounding the map are decorative vignettes and elements that bring to life the cultural and economic aspects of the Gironde department. On the left, there is likely statistical information about the department and its subdivisions, reflecting the population and administrative details. This is framed by images that may represent the local industries and natural resources, such as wine, which is a central feature of the Bordeaux region located within Gironde. The right side of the map contains a textual history and descriptions of the region, coupled with portraits of notable figures, possibly historic personages or contributors to the region's cultural and economic development. The illustrations often include agricultural products, symbols of commerce, and scenes of daily life, as well as architectural landmarks. The presence of wine bottles, barrels, and vineyards in the illustrations would be indicative of the Gironde's prominence in wine production, particularly Bordeaux wines, which are esteemed worldwide. These engravings serve to emphasize the richness of the land and the sophistication of its products. Maps from this era, especially those by Levasseur, are notable for their combination of art and education, providing a snapshot not only of the geography but also of the societal and economic conditions of the time. The detailed engravings also suggest that this map was as much a decorative piece as it was a functional one, intended for display and reference by those interested in the illustrated region. The Gironde department in France is renowned for its significant contribution to the wine industry, particularly through the Bordeaux wine region. A bit more about the important places within Gironde and the types of wine the area is known for: 1. **Bordeaux**: The capital city of the department and the heart of the wine region. It's not only an urban center but also a hub for the wine trade. 2. **Médoc**: North of Bordeaux, known for prestigious châteaux and wines like Margaux, Saint-Julien, Pauillac, and Saint-Estèphe. 3. **Saint-Émilion**: East of Bordeaux, recognized for its full-bodied red wines and the picturesque medieval town. 4. **Pomerol**: Also near Saint-Émilion, smaller than its neighbor but equally renowned, particularly for Château Pétrus...

This original hand-colored map is from the "Atlas National Illustré," a work by Victor Levasseur, a French geographer and cartographer known for his richly illustrated maps. The map...

Antique print titled 'Slag bij Waterloo (De Kroonprins gekwetst)'. Old print of Willem Frederik George, Prince of Orange, wounded during the Battle of Waterloo...

Antique map titled 'India X'. Old map of the the northeast region of India, including part of Himalayas and China. Great detail of landforms, rivers and water bodies, cities, towns...

The text in the image is in Italian: "Balena spinta sulle coste della Siberia." The phrase mean "Whale stranded on the coasts of Siberia." The image is a lithograph created by B...

Description: Antique print titled ‘View of Uraga, Yedo Bay'. View of Uraga, Japan. This print originates from 'Narrative of the expedition of an American squadron to the China se...

Antique print titled 'Gezicht op de Harddraverij met Paard en Narreslede, langs de Willemskade'. Old print depicting an ice skating scene in the Netherlands. This print originate...

Antique print titled ‘Street in Napha Lew-Chew'. Antique print of a street scene in Naha, the capital city of the Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. Okinawa used to be called Great Lew C...

Antique map titled '(Deutschland) Germany, Western States'. Map of West Germany depicting many regions including Wurtemberg, Bavaria, Hanover and others. This map originates from...

Incredible action view of a rare German lithograph showing a massive assault on Fort Claurang in Borneo. Published by Hartwich, A. Hölzer and TH. Lemke in Berlin around 1850. ...

Antique print titled 'Tringa Leucoptera'. Old bird print of the Tahiti sandpiper or Tahitian sandpiper (Prosobonia leucoptera). This print originates from 'Bijdragen tot de Dierk...

Antique print titled 'To-Ri-Ga-Sa-Ki, Yedo Bay'. View of Tokyo Bay (or Edo Bay), a bay located in the southern Kanto region of Japan, and spans the coasts of Tokyo, Kanagawa Prefectu...

Antique print titled ‘Japanese Junk'. Lithograph of a Japanese junk, a type of sailing ship. This print originates from 'Narrative of the expedition of an A...

Untitled antique print featuring various sea shells. This print originates from 'A History of the Earth and Animated Nature' by O. Goldsmith. Goldsmith's Animated Nature went thr...

Large antique print with two religious engravings. The upper image depicts the crossing of the Red Sea. The lower image depicts Moses makes the water spring out from the rock. This print originates from a work illustrating the complete series of Vatican frescos painted...

Antique map titled Carte de la côte Nord de Java. Early French nautical chart of the northern coast of the island of Java, Indonesia. It includes Ci...

Antique print titled 'Muiden'. View of Muiden Castle, the Netherlands. This print originates from 'Het koningrijk der Nederlanden voorgesteld in eene reeks van 136 naar de natuur get...

Antique print titled 'Zierikzee'. View of the city of Zierikzee, the Netherlands. This print originates from 'Het koningrijk der Nederlanden voorgesteld in eene reeks van 136 naa...

Antique print titled 'G. Lamongan'. Beautiful lithograph of Gunung Lamongan. Gunung Lamongan or Mount Lamongan (1,651m - 5, 417 ft) is a small stratovolcano located between the massi...

Antique mezzotint of Henry Charles Sturt, with handwritten titles. Henry Charles Sturt of Crichel House, Dorset, was a British landowner and politici...

Antique print titled Procére Scabreux, Procére d'Olivier'. Print of beetles. This print originates from 'Musée d'Histoire Naturelle' by M. Achille Comte...

Antique print titled 'Insectes'. Print of various insects. This print originates from 'Musée d'Histoire Naturelle' by M. Achille Comte. Artists a...

Antique costume print titled 'Gardeur de Porcs Magyar'. The Mangalica (also Mangalitsa or Mangalitza) is a Hungarian breed of domestic pig. It was developed in the mid 19th centu...

Antique map titled ‘Channel Islands’. Includes decorative vignettes titled St. Peters Port, Castle Cornet, Druidical altar near Lancresse, Mont Orgueil Castle and Jersey. Originates from 'The Illustrated Atlas, And Modern History Of The World Geographical, Political, Commercial & Statistical, Edited By R. Montgomery Martin'. Published; John Tallis London, New York, Edinburgh & Dublin. 1851. Drawn and Engraved by J. Rapkin. Artists and engravers: John Tallis (1817-1876) was a British map...

Antique map titled 'Russia in Europe'. Map of European Russia. Showing vignettes of the Neoskoi Prospect, St. Petersburg, Polish Captives on their way to Siberia, a Russian Bear...

Antique print titled 'Puishment of the Bamboo'. Print of Chinese punishment with bamboo. This print originates from 'The Chinese Empire: historical and descriptive. Illustrating the ...

Antique print titled 'No.1 Street Punishments'. Print of Chinese street punishments. Shows a prisoner, his arms bound and flags attached to his ear...

Antique print titled 'Amersfoort van den Appelenweg gezien'. View of the city of Amersfoort, the Netherlands. This print originates from 'Het koningrijk der Nederlanden voorgeste...

Two images on one sheet depicting ruins in Mexico. This print originates from 'Die Kunstwerke vom Alterthum bis auf die Gegenwart, oder, Wegweiser durch das ganze Gebiet der bild...

Untitled print of a ruin in Mexico. This print originates from 'Die Kunstwerke vom Alterthum bis auf die Gegenwart, oder, Wegweiser durch das ganze Gebiet der bildenden Kunst : entha...

Antique costume print titled 'Femme de Puebla'. Old print depicting a woman from Puebla, Mexico. This print originates from 'Costumes Moderne (Musée de Costumes). Artists and...

Antique map titled 'Plan du Golfe D'Anville (Côte de Tartarie)'. Old map of part of the Chinese coast, explored with the French corvette 'Caprieuse'. The Capricieuse was a late 2...

Antique print titled 'De Stad van Katendrecht gezien'. Old print depicting an ice skating scene in the Netherlands. This print originates from 'Het ijs vermaak op de Maas te Rott...

Antique print titled 'De Maas voor de fabriek te Fyenoord'. Old print depicting an ice skating scene in the Netherlands. This print originates from 'Het...

Antique print titled 'De Schaatsenrijdersbaan op de Maas'. Old print depicting an ice skating scene in the Netherlands. This print originates from 'Het ijs vermaak op de Maas te ...

Antique print titled 'Gezicht van het Bolwerk op de Maas'. Old print depicting an ice skating scene in the Netherlands. This print originates from 'Het ijs vermaak op de Maas te ...

Antique print titled 'The Bull tossing the Picador and Horse'. Old lithograph showing a bullfighting scene. Artists and Engravers: Made after an ...

Antique print titled 'Plate IV 'De Beugelbaan - Le Jeu de Passe.' This plate shows a 19th century scene in Noord-Brabant, The Netherlands. Men are playing the Dutch game 'beugelen'. This original antique print was published in 1857 by Frans Buffa & Zonen Amsterdam as part of the publication 'Nederlandsche Kleederdrachten naar de natuur' (Dutch folk costume, illustrated using real-life models) by Valentyn Bing. 'Beugelen' is a popular sport in which a heavy sphere is moved with a wooden shovel...

Antique costume print titled 'Bourgeois de J'Azberény'. Old print depicting a Bourgeoise in folk costume from Jászsági, lower Hungary. This print originates from 'Costumes Modern...

Antique costume print titled 'Bourgeois, Maite Tanneur de J'Azberény'. Old print depicting a Bourgeoise in folk costume from Jászsági, lower Hungary. ...

Antique map titled 'Het Keizerrijk Oostenrijk'. Map of the Austrian Empire. This map originates from 'School-Atlas van alle deelen der Aarde' by Otto Petri...