Bartele Gallery

Title: Boston Harbor View from Castle William, Hand-Colored Aquatint by Fumagalli, 1827 Description: An original hand-colored aquatint etching depicting an early nineteenth-century ...

Title: Early Alaska and Bering Sea Settlements, Frank Leslie Newspaper Engraving, 1884 Description: An original wood-engraved newspaper illustration published in Frank Leslie's Illu...

Title: Native Californians Lassoing a Bear, Hand-Colored Americana Print, 1853 Description: An original mid-nineteenth-century hand-colored engraving depicting a dramatic bear hunt ...

Title: Natural Bridge of Virginia, Hand-Colored Landscape Engraving, Original 19th Century Description: An original nineteenth-century hand-colored engraving depicting the famous Na...

Title: Missouri, Lake Champlain, New York, San Francisco & Cotton Harvest, Original 1879 Description: An original nineteenth-century Dutch engraving illustrating five scenes from No...

Title: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Honorary Membership Certificate, Original 1852 Description: An original nineteenth-century honorary membership certificate issued by the...

Title: Plan of Louisbourg Harbor and Fortress, Cape Breton Island, Original 1756 Description: An original eighteenth-century copper engraving depicting the fortified harbor and city...

Title: Plan of Louisbourg Harbor and Fortress, Cape Breton Island, Original 1756 Description: An original eighteenth-century copper engraving depicting the fortified harbor and city...

Franco-Prussian War Campaign Map of France and Germany, Original 1871 Description: An original large-format German wall map illustrating the Franco-Prussian War of 1870–1871, publi...

Title: Peruvian Women of Lima, Cheese Seller and Regional Costume, Original 1841 Description: An original hand-colored lithograph depicting two women from the Lima region of Peru, p...

Title: Peruvian Women's Costumes of Huarochirí and Huancavelica, Original 1841 Description: An original hand-colored lithograph depicting two women in traditional regional dress fro...

Title: Indigenous People of Peru, Hand-Colored Ethnographic Portrait, Original 1828 Description: An original hand-colored engraving depicting Indigenous inhabitants of Peru, publish...

Title: Peru Mission Sion, 1834 South America Exploration Lithograph by Poeppig Description: A scarce and visually striking original lithograph depicting Mission Sion, published in L...

French Revolution of 1848, American Delegation to Provisional Government Description: An original mid-19th century lithograph depicting a remarkable moment of international diplomac...

Quechua Indigenous Costumes, South America – Hand-Colored Print, 1843 Description: This original hand-colored engraving depicts members of the Quechua people of South America in tra...

French Harbor Indigenous Family, Antique Ethnographic Print, Pacific Coast, c.1805 Description This original hand-colored ethnographic print depicts the inhabitants of "De Haven der...

Prince William Sound Alaska Indigenous Family, Antique Costume Print This attractive hand-colored costume print depicts the inhabitants of Prince William Sound in Alaska, presented ...

American Privateer Captures an English Packet Boat, 1777 Maritime Engraving This original eighteenth-century maritime engraving depicts the capture of an English packet boat by an A...

Captain Davis's First Interview with the North American Indians, Dublin c.1815 Description This original early nineteenth-century engraving depicts the first meeting between the Eng...

Christopher Columbus Battle in Hispaniola, Antique Engraving, Dublin c.1815 Description This original early nineteenth-century engraving depicts Christopher Columbus and his forces ...

Lake Geneva Antique Blaeu Atlas Map of Geneva and Léman, 1642 Description This beautiful original hand-colored map depicts Lake Geneva (Lac Léman) and the surrounding territories of...

Charolais, Burgundy Antique Blaeu Atlas Map of France, 1642 This original hand-colored map depicts a large part of the historic Comté de Charolois (County of Charolais) in the Burgu...

Burgundy Antique Blaeu Atlas Map of Burgundy and Franche-Comté, 1642 Description: This beautifully engraved and richly hand-colored map depicts the historic region of Burgundy, one ...

Metz, Lorraine and Verdun Antique Blaeu Atlas Map of France, 1642 Description This finely engraved and beautifully hand-colored map depicts the historic region surrounding Metz, Ver...

Title: Lorraine Map – Blaeu Hand-Colored Dutch Golden Age Map of Lorraine c. 1640 Description: This elegant map of Lorraine, titled "Lotharingia Ducatus; Vulgo Lorraine," is one of ...

Antique Islamic Geometric Ornament Prints, Set of Four, Konya & Anatolia, c. 1920 This attractive set of four original architectural plates comes from Alexandre M. Raymond's celebra...

Ayia Sophia Mosque Entrance, Konya – Seljuk Islamic Architectural Print, 1924 This original architectural print depicts the entrance portal of the Dar-el-Huffar School, also known a...

Antique Islamic Architecture Print, Sahib Ata Mosque Portal Konya Turkey, 1924 This original antique architectural print depicts the monumental façade and portal of the Sahib Ata Mo...

Karatay Madrasa Portal, Konya – Islamic Architectural Ornament Print, c.1900 This original architectural print depicts the richly decorated portal of the Karatay Madrasa in Konya, T...

Gök Medrese Sivas Twin Minarets, Seljuk Islamic Architecture Print 1924 This original chromolithograph depicts the monumental façade of the celebrated Gök Medrese (Blue Madrasa) in ...

Sivas Gök Medrese Portal, Seljuk Islamic Architecture Print, Turkey 1924 This original chromolithograph depicts the monumental entrance portal of the famous Gök Medrese (Blue Madras...

Antique Islamic Architectural Print, Ottoman Niche Design, Bursa Turkey, 1924 This original chromolithographic print depicts an exterior niche (Niche Extérieure) from the celebrated...

Green Mosque Window, Bursa Turkey, Ottoman Islamic Architecture Print, 1924 This original chromolithograph illustrates a beautifully proportioned window from the celebrated Yeşil Ca...

Green Mosque Bursa Window Arch Ornament, Ottoman Islamic Design Print, 1924 This original chromolithograph depicts an architectural detail from the celebrated Yeşil Camii (Green Mos...

Green Mosque Window with Arabesques, Bursa Ottoman Architecture Print, 1924 This original chromolithograph illustrates one of the most decorative window designs from the celebrated ...

Green Mosque Window, Bursa Turkey, Islamic Architectural Ornament Print, 1924 This original chromolithograph depicts an elaborate window design from the celebrated Yeşil Camii (Gree...

Pair of Islamic Architectural Ornament Prints, Konya Mosque Inscriptions, 1924 This attractive pair of original chromolithographs comes from L'Art Islamique en Orient – IIe Partie, ...

Islamic Calligraphy Dedication Page, Ottoman Ornament Chromolithograph, 1924 This elegant original chromolithograph served as the dedication page to L'Art Islamique en Orient – IIe ...

Islamic Art in the Orient, Ornamental Title Page with Ottoman Mosque, 1924 This striking original chromolithograph served as the title page to L'Art Islamique en Orient – IIe Partie...

European Greenfinch Pair – Swedish Bird Lithograph, Male & Female, 1929 This charming original ornithological print depicts the European Greenfinch (Chloris chloris), illustrating b...

Bohemian Waxwing with Berries – Swedish Bird Lithograph, 1929 This elegant original ornithological print depicts the Bohemian Waxwing (Bombycilla garrulus, formerly Ampelis garrulus...

Grey-Headed Woodpecker on Timber Post – Swedish Bird Print, 1929 This elegant original ornithological print depicts the Grey-Headed Woodpecker (Pi...

White-backed Woodpecker Pair – von Wright Brothers Swedish Bird Print, 1929 This striking original ornithological print depicts the White-backed W...

Sea Anemones – Colorful Marine Invertebrates, Royal Natural History, 1896 This vibrant original antique natural history print depicts a diverse assemblage of sea anemones inhabiting...

Glass Sponges – Deep Sea Marine Life, Royal Natural History, Richard Lydekker, 1896 This original antique natural history print depicts a fascinating assemblage of glass sponges (He...

Ctenophores (Comb Jellies) – Marine Invertebrates, Royal Natural History, 1896 This elegant original natural history plate illustrates ctenophores, commonly known as comb jellies, a...

Radiolarians – Blue Scientific Natural History Plate from Lydekker, 1896 This striking original scientific illustration depicts a collection of radiolarians, microscopic marine orga...

Chameleons in Tropical Foliage – Antique Reptile Natural History Print by P.J. Smit, 1895 This attractive antique natural history print depicts several chameleons moving through a network of leafy tropical branches. Beautifully illustrated by P. J. Smit, the composition captures the remarkable anatomy and behavior of these fascinating reptiles, presenting them within their natural environment rather than as isolated scientific specimens. At the center of the image, a large chameleon extends its extraordinarily long tongue toward an unsuspecting insect, illustrating one of nature's most remarkable hunting adaptations. Other chameleons perch among the branches, their curled tails and distinctive body forms carefully rendered with scientific precision. The artist skillfully portrays the reptiles' independently moving eyes, grasping feet, and prehensile tails, all features that have made chameleons among the most recognizable reptiles in the world. Produced during the golden age of natural history publishing, this print reflects the Victorian fascination with exotic wildlife and scientific discovery. Advances in color lithography enabled publishers to create illustrations that were both educational and highly decorative. The soft greens, warm earth tones, and delicate foliage create a harmonious composition that remains visually appealing more than a century later. Unlike many zoological illustrations of the period, this scene conveys movement and behavior. The hunting chameleon creates a dynamic focal point while the surrounding foliage establishes a convincing tropical setting. Such narrative natural history images are particularly sought after by collectors because they combine artistic quality with scientific interest. Today, antique reptile prints...

Wall Lizards – Antique Reptile Natural History Print by P.J. Smit, 1895 This attractive antique natural history print depicts several Wall Lizards (*Podarcis muralis*) basking and climbing among rocky outcrops and vegetation. Illustrated with remarkable attention to detail, the composition captures the lively behavior of these agile reptiles as they navigate their natural habitat, creating a scene that is both scientifically informative and visually appealing. The Wall Lizard is one of Europe's most familiar reptiles, known for its speed, adaptability, and ability to thrive on stone walls, rocky slopes, ruins, and garden landscapes. In this illustration, the lizards are shown in a variety of characteristic poses, allowing the viewer to appreciate their slender bodies, elongated tails, intricate scale patterns, and subtle green coloration. The artist carefully records both the anatomy and behavior of the species, reflecting the scientific standards of nineteenth-century zoological illustration. Created by the noted natural history illustrator P. J. Smit, the print belongs to the golden age of Victorian scientific publishing. During this period, publishers sought to document the world's fauna through beautifully executed color lithographs that combined educational value with artistic merit. Rather than presenting isolated specimens, many illustrations placed animals within their natural surroundings, creating engaging scenes that remain highly decorative today. The soft palette of greens, ochres, and warm earth tones gives the print a calm, natural character. The rocky habitat and delicate vegetation provide an attractive backdrop while emphasizing the reptiles' camouflage and adaptation to their environment. Today, antique reptile prints...

Water Monitors Robbing a Nest – Antique Reptile Wildlife Print, 1895 This dramatic antique natural history print depicts two Water Monitors in the act of raiding a nest within a den...

The Black Iguana on Banana Tree – Antique Reptile Natural History Print, 1895 This attractive antique natural history print depicts a Black Iguana perched on the trunk of a banana tree amidst lush tropical vegetation. Rendered in soft natural colors, the illustration combines scientific accuracy with decorative appeal, capturing the exotic character of one of the New World's most recognizable reptiles. The iguana is shown in a characteristic climbing pose, gripping the trunk while surrounded by broad banana leaves and hanging fruit. The artist carefully records the reptile's distinctive anatomy, including its powerful limbs, elongated tail, spiny crest, and textured scales. The tropical setting enhances the sense of place and reflects the nineteenth-century fascination with exotic wildlife from Central and South America. Created by P. J. Smit, this print belongs to a period when illustrated natural history books introduced readers to the remarkable animals of distant continents. Advances in lithographic printing allowed publishers to produce richly colored images that combined educational value with artistic quality. The result is a print that remains both scientifically interesting and visually engaging more than a century later. The subtle palette of greens, warm browns, and muted earth tones gives the composition a refined decorative quality. The vertical format and strong central subject make it particularly effective as wall art, whether displayed individually or grouped with other zoological illustrations. Today, antique reptile prints...

Soft River Tortoises – Antique Reptile Natural History Print, c.1895 This charming antique natural history print depicts softshell river tortoises in a tranquil wetland habitat, combining scientific observation with the gentle artistic style characteristic of late nineteenth-century zoological illustration. The scene presents two tortoises moving through calm waters bordered by reeds and aquatic vegetation, while a small bird perches quietly in the background, adding depth and atmosphere to the composition. The artist carefully captures the distinctive characteristics of softshell tortoises, including their flattened bodies, elongated necks, and streamlined forms adapted for life in rivers and lakes. Unlike the heavily armored tortoises familiar to most viewers, these species possess flexible shells and are highly specialized aquatic reptiles. Their unusual appearance fascinated nineteenth-century naturalists who sought to document the diversity of animal life from around the world. The subtle color palette of soft greens, warm browns, and muted earth tones creates a peaceful and decorative image. The delicate rendering of water reflections, grasses, and shoreline plants demonstrates the period's growing interest in depicting animals within their natural environments rather than as isolated scientific specimens. This approach reflects the evolving relationship between zoology, illustration, and public education during the Victorian era. Natural history prints of reptiles are less commonly encountered than birds, butterflies, or botanical subjects, making them particularly appealing to collectors seeking unusual examples of nineteenth-century scientific illustration. The serene composition and attractive coloration also make this print highly decorative for contemporary interiors. Today, such works are collected for their historical significance, artistic quality, and connection to the golden age of natural history publishing. Whether displayed in a study, library, conservatory, or modern interior, this print offers a fascinating glimpse into the nineteenth-century exploration and documentation of the natural world. This is an original antique color lithograph, not a reproduction. The print is sold unframed. Any framed images are shown for presentation and interior inspiration only. Condition: Good antique condition with age-related toning, occasional foxing, and minor handling wear consistent with age. Original margins preserved. Please review the photographs carefully for a complete assessment of condition. Framing tips: This print displays beautifully in a dark walnut, ebonized, or natural oak frame with a warm ivory museum mat. The vertical format makes it ideal for gallery walls, studies, natural history collections, and contemporary interiors. Keywords: Soft River Tortoises, Softshell Turtle, Turtle Print, Reptile Art...

Rattlesnake and Cobras – Antique Reptile Natural History Print, c.1895 This striking antique natural history print depicts several of the world's most feared and fascinating serpents, including cobras and a rattlesnake, shown within a lush tropical landscape. The composition combines scientific observation with dramatic visual storytelling, presenting the reptiles in lifelike poses among bamboo, foliage, and water, creating a scene that is both educational and highly decorative. At the center of the image, two cobras confront one another with expanded hoods, displaying the distinctive markings that have made these snakes among the most recognizable reptiles in the world. Above them, another snake coils through bamboo stems while clutching its prey, illustrating the predatory behavior that fascinated nineteenth-century naturalists. The detailed rendering of scales, coloration, and anatomy reflects the period's growing interest in zoology and the scientific classification of animal species. During the nineteenth century, illustrated natural history books introduced readers to exotic wildlife from Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Advances in lithographic printing allowed artists and publishers to create increasingly accurate and visually appealing images, making scientific knowledge accessible to a broad audience. Prints such as this served both as educational illustrations and as decorative works of art. The subtle palette of greens, browns, ochres, and soft earth tones gives the print a refined appearance while preserving the dramatic presence of the reptiles. The tropical setting and dynamic composition make this an especially attractive example of Victorian-era zoological illustration. Today, antique reptile prints...

Washington's Tomb at Mount Vernon – Antique Americana Engraving, c.1850 This original nineteenth-century steel engraving, titled Das Grab von Washington ("The Tomb of Washington"), ...

Bay of New York from Hoboken – Antique New York Harbor Engraving, c.1850 This original nineteenth-century steel engraving presents a remarkable panoramic view of New York Harbor as ...

Grand Spirit Tables, Lake Pepin – Mississippi River Steamboat View, c.1850 This original nineteenth-century steel engraving depicts the celebrated Grand Spirit Tables at Lake Pepin,...

Am Arkansas, Antique Native American Frontier Scene Engraving, c.1850 This atmospheric nineteenth-century engraving titled Am Arkansas depicts a Native American family travelling on...

Girard's Bank Philadelphia, Antique American City View Engraving, c.1840 This original 19th-century engraving depicts Girard's Bank in Philadelphia, one of the most important financ...

British Moths and Caterpillars on Mullein – Humphreys & Westwood, 1845 This original hand-colored lithograph originates from British Moths and Their Transformations by Henry Noel Hu...

Indian Zebu Bull and Extinct Aurochs Natural History Lithograph, 1816 This original hand-colored lithograph depicts two historically important members of the cattle family: the Indi...