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18th century Italian drawing, "The Theological Virtues" in pen and brow ink, blue washes. By Fidele Fischetti, Naples 1732 - 1792. A good size drawing in an 18th century gilt wood f...

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

'A staple in every art aficionado’s library.' – Galerie Now available in a tactile mini format The Art Book is beloved throughout the world, known for introducing millions of reade...

The Horizon Book of the Renaissance. Boxed, cloth-covered hardcover book. Published by American Heritage Publishing Co., Inc., of New York in 1961. Printed in the United States of Am...

Great map of Ancient Greece. Showing the region of Boeotia, including Thebes Drawn by J.D. Barbie Du Bocage Copper plate engraving by P.F T...

Ecce Homo, 1899 German Chromolithograph of Christ with Crown of Thorns (Dresden) This moving late-19th-century chromolithograph of Christ as “Ecce Homo” was printed in Dresden in 18...

Antique print titled 'Vue Generale Perspective de l'Hôtel Royal des Invalides'. Bird's-eye view of Hôtel National des Invalides, Paris, France. Published, circa 1760.

Title: "Kaart van 't Eyland Groot Java: Antique Map of Java, Indonesia" Description: This antique map, titled "Kaart van 't Eyland Groot Java," offers a rare and valuable depiction ...

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.  

This is a delightful round framed print of a Pineapple study originally from a hand coloured early 19th Century French botanical illustration. Prints of this style were originally p...

Casa Santa Fe: Design, Style, Arts, and Tradition Photographs by Melba Levick, Text by Rubén G. Mendoza Presented here are houses to dream of and dream in—a luminous celebration of the finest examples of the Santa Fe Style from the eighteenth century to today, in this high-desert mecca of artists, craftspeople, artisans, and designers. Desert hues, natural materials, thick hand-plastered walls, and adobe brick construction are hallmarks of the Santa Fe Style, which is as much an expression in architecture, interior design, art, and crafts as it is a way of life. Rooted in a sense of earthy comfort inspired by its history, the surrounding desert, and Native American and Hispanic design influences, the style has a timeless appeal and vibrant ongoing life that has resulted in these extraordinary homes. With features such as eighteenth-century peeled vigas, tin chandeliers, romantic iron sconces, and hand-hewn wood-beamed ceilings, each house is a rich yet harmonious invitation that will engage the senses and speak to the soul. Beyond the houses, the writer and photographer spotlight those details and spaces that together convey the magic of this very special place, including patios and gardens; fireplaces, kivas, and hornos; ceramics; Native American arts; cabinets and trasteros; folk art; and weaving. Casa Santa Fe is the definitive sourcebook for architects, designers, builders, homeowners, and interior decorators seeking to expand their visual repertoire of historically defined and classically inspired architectural details and interior appointments. About The Author Melba Levick is a Los Angeles–based photographer with more than sixty books to her name, including The Spanish Style House...

Antique print of various snakes including the buff striped keelback snake. This print originates from 'Bilderbuch fur Kinder' by F.J. Bertuch. Friedrich Joha...

Winner, 2025 Best Baby Book Prize from the French Ministry of Culture From family trips to ocean dips, experience summer’s everyday magic in this sturdy, neon pop-up book. With play...

Joan Miró (1893-1983) "La Bague du Sanglier" Limited Edition Lithograph on Arches paper Numbered 93/100 Hand signed in pencil Published by Maeght Éditeur, Paris Framed dimensions: ...

Great image of a Crested 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...

Warhol, Superman and MoMA — a pretty unbeatable combination. Created for Andy Warhol's 1989 Museum of Modern Art retrospective, this poster reproduces one of his comic-book-inspired ...

A Riviera dream in pure poster form. Roger Broders' 1928 design for the PLM railway turns Agay on the Côte d'Azur into a sharply composed escape: umbrella pines frame a brilliant blu...

A Treasury of the Watchmaker’s Art 100 of the most legendary and coveted timepieces ever made This sumptuous double volume provides a connoisseurial roundup of the world’s ultimate...

A gorgeous, large two-panel antique Japanese Byobu folding screen depicting a nature landscape scene with a venerable cherry blossom tree and a running river with blooming flowers. ...

This is the hardback Sotheby's sale catalogue which was produced for the sale of the late first ladies possessions in April 1996. The sale featured, furniture, paintings, jewellery, porcelain, letters, photographs and other Memorabilia from the time that she was first lady and married to President Kennedy. The sale total was in excess of $34 million. In excellent condition and something that collectors of Kennedy memorabilia...

Great map of Europe Drawn under the direction of Arrowsmith. Copper-plate engraving. Published by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown, 1820 ...

AMERICAN AIRLINES - CHICAGO Authentic original vintage airline travel poster Artist: Henry K. Bencsath Condition: B+ Dimensions: 30.2 x 39.8 in. / 77.5 x 101.1 cm. Circa: 1959 Linen...

A wonderful four-panel Japanese (or Chinese) Byobu folding screen featuring a battlefield landscape with warring samurai warriors engaged in a fierce fight. The rich colors and hand-painted detail (notice the armor and facial expressions) really makes this quite an attractive work. Original decorative period brass hardware adds another wonderful touch. Likely from the early to mid Showa period (1926-1989). A beautiful, engaging work. Would be a great addition to any Japanese or Asian art...

Great image by Heinrich Leutemann From the Reynard The Fox series Fine steel engraving Published by A.H. Payne C.1850 Unframed.

An unrivaled survey of the most exciting contemporary interior design across the globe, curated by the editors of ten international editions of Architectural Digest. Since 1920, Architectural Digest has celebrated design talents, innovative homes, and products--providing endless decoration, lifestyle, and travel inspiration. With ten global editions, the magazine is an authority renowned all-over the world for publishing only the very best of today's interior design. In this new volume--spearheaded by AD France's editor in chief, Marie Kalt...

Antique map Middle East titled 'De Beschryving van de Reysen Pauli en van de Andere Apostelen'. Antique map of the Eastern Mediterranean with details of the travels by Apostle Paul...

Set of 6 Vanity Fair Spy Caricatures – Named Victorian Figures 1883 Description: A cohesive and historically rich set of six original Vanity Fair chro...

"A wine party gathering With Sweet Memories" Vibrant Colored Print An unusual colored print by self taught outsider surrealist folk artist Gloria Antoinette Laposka (1922-2015) S...

A beautifully atmospheric limited-edition serigraph on paper titled “South of France” by Lelia Pissarro, capturing the effortless beauty and romantic character of the French Mediterr...

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 charming and beautifully designed collection of recipes is simple, pure, and wholly delicious.’ – Alice Waters, chef and owner of Chez Panisse A delicious homage to cooking wi...

Unclassifiable Rheims 35 years of daring, defiant photography Since her first photographs in the late ’70s, Bettina Rheims has defied the predictable. From her series on Pigalle str...

Vintage cherry paper 16 inch globe by Replogle Globes Inc. and wooden stand on casters. The globe lights up to two different degrees of illumination. The last two photos show the glo...

MIAMI - NATIONAL AIRLINES Rare authentic original vintage airline travel and Florida tourism poster Artist: Bill Simon Condition: B+ Dimensions: 28.5 x 42 in. / 72.4 x 106.7 cm. Circ...

Original antique advertising poster for the Ville d'Arlon Exposition Souvenirs de Guerre / City of Arlon War Memories Exhibition held from 27 July to 17 August to support disabled wa...

A beautiful and atmospheric table lamp from the early 1900s, possibly of German origin, combining Art Nouveau decorative details with the strong geometry of Arts and Crafts design. T...

Late 19th century folio book: "The Works of Shakespeare" - Imperial edition - Edited by Charles Knight - With Illustrations on Steel from Pictures by assorted artists - Volume I - Pu...

1926 Play-Well Art Deco Bridge Playing Cards “Nymph Silhouette Sunset”: No Royals, Original Box This evocative 1926 Play-Well Art Deco bridge playing card deck is a striking example...

LONDON - FLY TWA Authentic original vintage midcentury modern airline travel and tourism poster Artist: David Klein Condition: A/A- Dimensions: 25.2 x 39.8 in. / 64 x 101 cm. Circa: ...

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

Mario Bellini table light Area 50 by Artemide, Italy, 1976 Rare iconic ceramic lamp. It shows a beautiful rough-edged ceramic socket-like base and the trade-mark flying piece of res...

The bestselling survey of the world’s finest garden-makers, planters, and horticulturists, now available in a tactile mini format for on-the-go inspiration Revealing the rich artist...

Vintage print of airships circling a baby. Illustration of 'The Saturday Evening Post', published 1932.

Antique View of Jerusalem Holy Land Engraving, Millar Geography ca. 1760 Large and highly decorative antique engraving depicting the celebrated city of Jerusalem, published for Mill...

Great image of beetles. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. brown with original color. Published, 1...

The Royal Palaces of India by George Michell. Published by Thames & Hudson, 1994. 1st Ed hardcover with dust jacket. As early as the 14th c, stories glorifying the exotic palaces of ...

A magnificent and vibrantly coloured circular ceiling painting (marugata tenjo-ga) depicting an explosion of scarlet Erythrina (coral tree) blossoms — rendered in natural mineral pig...

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...

DAUPHINE - CHEMINS DE FER PARIS-LYON-MEDITERRANEE Rare authentic original vintage antique French railroad and travel and tourism poster Artist: Roger Soubie Condition: A- Dimensions: 30.7 x 42.3 in. / 78 x 107.5 cm. Circa: 1925 Linen Backed There are two restored punch holes in the right margin; some minor surface scratches/abrasions; some margin creasing; this wonderful French travel poster should display beautifully once framed. A sweeping Alpine landscape from the Chartreuse massif featuring the Pic de Chamechaude rising in warm orange and pink above dark forested slopes, a small village and country houses nestled in the valley below, and a winding road disappearing into the trees. The color palette is unusual and striking: that pink-to-orange mountain against a pale sky gives it a warmth that sets it apart from the more typical cool-toned Alpine poster...

A large Japanese six-panel folding screen from the Taisho period (1912–1926), depicting a monumental grove of ancient pine trees extending dramatically across a luminous gold leaf gr...

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

Antique Caracas Venezuela Monte Ávila Landscape 1888 Tinted Lithograph This refined 19th-century tinted lithograph depicts a wide agricultural valley on the outskirts of Caracas, Ve...

The first book from designer Sara Story, who combines a global bohemian sensibility with a passion for art to curate clean but striking rooms that balance s...

The definitive illustrated volume on the work and life of Ann Lowe, a consummate couturier who designed lavish evening and bridal gowns for members of America...

Original 8x10 inches Press Publicity Still for ET The Extra Terrestrial (1982) starring Henry Thomas, Drew Barrymore and Dee Wallace and directed by Steven Spielberg. Publicity (fil...

Title: 1757 Engraving of Inuit & Indigenous Peoples – Hudson Bay & Arctic Canoe Scene Description: This rare 1757 antique copperplate engraving presents two fascinating scenes depicting Indigenous life in Arctic Canada, focusing on the Inuit and other First Nations communities in the Hudson Bay region. Originally published in *Histoire Générale des Voyages*, the engraving provides an invaluable visual record of daily life, survival techniques, and traditional dwellings. The top illustration, titled 'Un Esquimau dans son Canot', depicts an Inuit paddling a sleek, narrow kayak through choppy waters, showcasing the remarkable boat-making skills of the Arctic peoples. The kayak, designed for hunting and efficient travel, is shown in its traditional form, reflecting centuries of adaptation to harsh northern environments. The bottom illustration, 'Esquimaux du côté du Nord-Ouest de la Baie de Hudson', portrays a male and female Inuit figure standing near an igloo, a crucial form of temporary winter shelter. The man holds a bow and arrows, symbolizing subsistence hunting, while the woman carries a small child. In the background, additional Indigenous dwellings, including conical tipis, suggest the presence of other First Nations groups living near the Hudson Bay coastline. The detailed hatching and shading techniques used in the engraving bring out the textures of clothing, landscapes, and architectural features, making this a historically and artistically significant piece. As an early European representation of Arctic Indigenous culture, it holds great value for collectors of ethnographic art, Canadian history, and antique travel prints...

Antique map titled 'Johnson's New England'. Large map of New England, comprising the states Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode ...

This is an original coal drawing by Danish artist H. P. Carlsen from 1922. Hans Peter Carlsen (1855-1950) was a painter from Funen who attended the Royal Academy of Fine arts with f...

The ultimate gift for gardeners and art-lovers, featuring 300 of the most beautiful and pioneering botanical images ever Now available in a chic compact format, this visually stunni...

Our first limited edition fine art print “Les Terrains” is an emotive abstract landscape translated in gouache, charcoal and pastel. Created by artist Christiane Lemieux...