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Wonderful ink and wash by Pat Kerr, 1946. So evocative of the 1940s. On card. Unsigned. Presented in an antique water gilded frame Drawn for A & C Kay, New Bond St. Lond...

Large Pair of 18th Century Continental Battle Scene Engravings in Faux Tortoiseshell Frames

Title: Collection of 10 Original Antique Tropical Fern Lithographs by E.J. Lowe, 1856 Description: An elegant collection of ten original hand-colored botanical lithographs depicting a remarkable diversity of tropical fern species from the celebrated botanical publications of Edward Joseph Lowe. Produced in London in 1856, these finely executed plates capture the graceful forms, intricate venation and distinctive reproductive structures that made ferns one of the greatest botanical fascinations of the Victorian era. The collection includes the following species, identified by their historical Latin names and corresponding English descriptive names: Polypodium latipes – Broad-Stalked Polypody Fern Polypodium karwinskianum – Karwinski's Polypody Fern Polypodium scolopendroides – Hart's-Tongue-Like Polypody Fern Polypodium simplex – Simple Polypody Fern Polypodium peltideum – Shield-Leaved Polypody Fern Polypodium spectabile (Pinna) – Showy Polypody Fern Polypodium terminale – Terminal Polypody Fern Polypodium palustre – Marsh Polypody Fern Polypodium concinnum – Elegant Polypody Fern Polypodium longissimum – Long-Leaved Polypody Fern Polypodium refractum – Bent or Recurved Polypody Fern The scientific names shown beneath the plates reflect the nineteenth-century botanical classification used by Edward Joseph Lowe. While many of these species have since been reassigned to other genera, the historical nomenclature remains an important part of the original publication. Several of the English names are descriptive translations, as no universally accepted common names exist today. Edward Joseph Lowe was one of the most influential British botanists of the Victorian period and a leading authority on ferns during the famous "Pteridomania" movement, when the cultivation and collection of ferns became immensely popular throughout Britain and Europe. His beautifully illustrated works successfully combined scientific accuracy with exceptional decorative quality and remain among the finest botanical publications of the nineteenth century. This collection presents an outstanding variety of fern forms, from broad pinnate fronds and finely divided foliage to deeply lobed and shield-shaped leaves. Displayed together, the ten prints form a harmonious botanical ensemble that is equally suited to a period interior, contemporary home or professional collection. Maker: Edward Joseph Lowe Place of publication: London Date: 1856 Technique: Original hand-colored lithographs Subject: Tropical ferns and botanical natural history Number of prints: 10 Condition: Good overall antique condition with age-appropriate toning, occasional foxing or small stains, and minor edge wear consistent with age and use. Some sheets retain small binding remnants or marginal irregularities from the original volume. Please study the images carefully. The prints are original antique lithographs, not reproductions. All items we offer are authentic period works of art over 100 years old. The pieces are sold unframed; any framed images are shown for presentation and interior inspiration only and may not always be to scale. Keywords: Edward Joseph Lowe, antique fern prints...

Set of four antique framed Botanicals by Trowbridge of England. All hand painted frames in black with gold designs. Engravings are all hand colored from copper plates made in the 18t...

Rare signed Salvador Dali based on prints from "Le Cavalier et le Cerf" from the "Le Bestiaire de la Fontaine". Signed and EA. 36/50 Visible blade size approx. 39 x 57 cm. Frame dime...

Chacun Son Tour – Humorous Hand-Colored Etching by Boris O’Klein, ca. 1930s This delightful hand-colored etching and aquatint titled “Chacun Son Tour!” (translated as “Everyone Has ...

Title: "The Young Adventurers" - Cats and Kittens by Henriette Ronner (1894) Description: "The Young Adventurers" (or 'Antiquaries' in the book) is an original print from the "Cats ...

Celebrate the vibrant, sun-drenched aesthetic of David Hockney with this authentic vintage gallery poster from the iconic "Piscines de Papier" (Pape...

Set of Three Antique St. Vincent Engravings after Agostino Brunias, 1818 Important matching set of three original antique engravings depicting the people and culture of St. Vincent ...

Édouard Garnier Sèvres Porcelain Vases Chromolithograph, Plate XXV, Framed This chromolithograph reproduces three Sèvres soft-paste porcelain vases on deep bleu grounds, drawn by Éd...

A wildly fun original French Moyenne poster for Bringing Up Baby, made for a 1950s French re-release of Howard Hawks’ screwball masterpiece. With its blazing orange-and-yellow burst,...

LET US GO FORWARD TOGETHER Rare authentic original vintage British WWII propaganda poster Artist: Anonymous Condition: A-/B+ Dimensions: 20 x 30.1 in. / 50.8 x 76.5 cm. Circa: 1940 L...

Original vintage ski and winter sport travel poster for Austria featuring stunning artwork by Paul Kirnig (1891-1955) depicting two people skiing wearing long turquoise scarves, the ...

A rare example of an Irish Painting Watercolour over Pencil (under glass) by renowned Irish Artist Edward Hayes mid Nineteenth Century, complete with an exceptional heavy duty Giltwo...

A wonderfully imaginative original Czech A3 film poster for Ghostbusters, designed by Petr Pos for the film's 1988 Czech release. Rather than using the familiar Hollywood ghost logo,...

From the whimsical world of German artist Otmar Alt comes this great mixed media on paper, circa 1969. He is known as one of the most significant contemporary artists in Germany. Along with Horst Antes and HAP Grieshaber...

Titled "Reverie" (or "Dream"), this lithograph by Alphonse Mucha is one of his most noted and most desirable printed designs. The original use of the design was as an in-house poster...

Iconic and suitably impactful art features on the original Polish film poster for Midnight Cowboy. This Polish poster for Midnight Cowboy, created by renowned artist Waldemar Świerzy...

An incredibly rare early Japanese Cinderella poster. The RKO Radio's logo indicates that it is most likely an early 1950s re-release or, possibly, a ...

Original antique Swedish movie poster for the 1919 silent French comedy film The Little Cafe / Lilla Kafeet / Le Petit Café directed by Raymond Bernard and starring the French comedi...

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period painting from the 19th century of an ancestral group portrait in custom frame. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Chinese history with this Qing Dynasty period painting, an ancestral group portrait from the 19th century that masterfully captures the essence of traditional Chinese society and family hierarchy. This vertical painting, housed in a custom composition wood frame with plexiglass, is a testament to the time-honored artistry of Qing Dynasty artists. Crafted on parchment paper, the painting displays generations of ancestors in a systematic, frontal arrangement. The chromatic spectrum of their robes - blues, reds, greens, golds, blacks, and oranges - adds vibrant depth to the ancestral tribute. Civil officials are distinguished by bird-adorned buzi, an emblem of their rank. In line with tradition, the portrait hierarchy descends from top to bottom - the older generation presides at the top, followed by subsequent generations. The men are positioned on the right, the women on the left, reflecting the societal norms of the period. Bordering the parchment, a silk frame contributes an elegant finish. Display this painting above a credenza, console table, or enfilade, and it promises to enhance any interior space with its captivating allure and cultural resonance. This Qing Dynasty painting...

Enchanting pair of 19th century hand-colored stipple engravings of parakeets by French illustrator Jacques Barraband (French 1767-1809). Each print is mounted and framed with a giltw...

Antique Javanese Prints – Gamelan Instruments & Wayang Puppets – c.1860 This pair of finely hand-colored lithographs presents two central elements of Javanese performing arts: the m...

Extra large art print of a Japanese "SATSUMA" vase. Printed by hand on engraving paper with an antique star press. Completely hand-colored by our skil...

Title: Constantinopolis Expugnatio a Turchis - Hartmann Schedel, 1493 This woodcut view of Constantinople is from Hartmann Schedel's 'Nuremberg Chronicle' (Liber Chronicarum), publi...

Original vintage post-World War Two propaganda poster - Poison Propagande De Guerre / Poison War Propaganda - featuring a dramatic illustration of a skull on a black background with ...

Utterly charming alternative artwork by Polish School of Posters artist Liliana Baczewska features on the Polish poster of the Disney classic, 101 Dalmatians (101 Dalmatynczykow). We...

Serigraph from the Iconic Marilyn series by Andy Warhol. A wonderful example with a vibrant hot pink background in a wood frame.

4 Rare Antique Elizabeth O'Neill Verner Miniature Etchings. Features St. Michaels Alley, Old Gateway, In Old Charleston and Beadons Alley. Each etching is hand signed and preserved...

Original vintage travel poster for Mar Del Plata El Gran Balneario / The Great Spa featuring a dynamic Art Deco design by the Argentine painter Ernesto Scotti (1901-1957) depicting t...

An elegant late 19th century French Chinoiserie oil painting on canvas, originally part of the decorative scheme of a Georgian townhouse. The ...

Antique print titled 'Vaisseau Royal de l'Angleterre, Konincklyke Schip van Engeland'. Beautiful hand-coloured engraving of the Royal Flagship of the English Fleet. Originally publis...

Fantastic and very colourful original Fantastic Four 1970 Marvel fan club Poster designed by King of Comic, Jack Kirby. This original vintage poster was originally rolled and has b...

Renaissance Wind Cosmology Woodcut with Globe & Elemental Winds, 1590 This striking late 16th-century German woodcut page originates from an early ency...

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

SAN FRANCISCO - 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. ...

Alberto Giacometti (1901-1966) Exhibition poster from his 1951 signed in Plate - in good condition with some faint creasing. The poster is a fine representation of the artist. Fr...

A ball pen abstract drawing on paper with its original mat (no frame) that is signed LB lower right and noted on the back with an attribution to Louise Bourgeois (1911-2010) and date...

Fantastic US film poster for The Beatles much-loved classic Yellow Submarine. Featuring the iconic and colourfully psychedelic Edelmann artwork. A rare and collectible poster. A must...

Original Vintage Poster, 'Relax' 1964 by Rene Gruau The fifties were the last flowering of the golden age of the ocean liner, which would soon be usurped by the jet plane. During th...

La Flore Décorative The Graceful Symbiosis of Nature and Ornament in 1896 This series of decorative prints from La Flore Décorative, published in 1896, presents an elegant explora...

Antique print titled 'Der ogotona (..) - Gemeiner Hase (..) - Veränderlicher Hase (..)'. Original antique print of a rabbit, hares, pika and other rodents. This print originates from...

Robert Loughlin (1949-2011), picker to the stars (Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat) and an 'outsider' artist extraordinaire, repurposed found objects, (furniture, cardboard boxes, o...

Rivinus botanicals: Cracca, Lotus lybica & Foenugracum, Leipzig, 1690s Set of three late-17th/early-18th-century botanical copper engravings with period hand-colour, attributed to A...

Middle Ages Decorative Ornament – Rich Romanesque Borders & Motifs, c.1869 Plate XL from L'Ornement Polychrome features a vibrant compilation of Romanesque-style decorative elements...

'De Indische Archipel: Tafereelen uit de natuur en het volksleven in Indië' by C.W. Mieling. This is a very rare first edition (only 1 copy in Nederlandse Centrale Catalogus – NCC and only 1 copy in JAP, sold in 1974) of a sumptuous work originally published in 12 instalments (started in 1865 by C.W. Mieling and completed in 1876 by J.M. van ‘t Haaff, both in The Hague). It was in January 1862 that a Prospectus was issued by C. W. Mieling, The Hague, announcing the publication of what is the most spectacular of the plate works of Indonesia, De Indische Archipel, which commenced publication in The Hague in 1865. The work contains 24 large chromolithograph plates which are among the largest published on Indonesia. From both a topographical and artistic point of view the plates are of considerable interest as they present a comprehensive series of views in the archipelago, ranging through Java. Borneo, Sumatra and Minahasa, after drawings by virtually all the prominent mid-19th century artists of Indonesia: Raden Saleh...

Antique Greek Amphorae Classical Pottery Color Lithograph, 1883 Original antique color lithograph depicting two ancient Greek amphorae, published in Berlin in 1883 as part of Albert Genick’s monumental work on Greek ceramics. This impressive landscape-format plate presents two contrasting examples of ancient Greek amphorae. The vessel on the left has a predominantly black body with twisted handles and a single standing draped male figure rendered in terracotta red. He holds a long staff and stands above a traditional Greek-key meander border. The more elaborate amphora on the right is richly decorated with black, terracotta and additional colored details. Its central frieze contains a lively procession or group of figures, surrounded by multiple ornamental bands. The neck carries a large symmetrical palmette motif, while birds and further decorative elements appear around the shoulder of the vessel. Two smaller archaeological line drawings between and above the amphorae record details associated with the pottery decoration. The juxtaposition of the restrained black amphora with the richly ornamented second vessel makes this a particularly attractive and visually varied plate from the series. Its horizontal format also makes it especially suitable for display above a console, desk or fireplace. The print originates from the second edition of Albert Genick’s important publication on Greek ceramics, published by Ernst Wasmuth in Berlin in 1883. The complete work comprised 36 large color lithographic plates, including four double-page plates, illustrating amphorae, vases, bowls and other examples of ancient Greek ceramic art. The lithographs were produced by the Berlin printing establishment Hein & Mosler. Albert Genick (1837–1906), a Berlin-trained architect, became particularly known for his precise graphic documentation of ancient ceramics. This publication is regarded as his principal work. Complete examples are rare, and individual plates from the series are increasingly difficult to find. Creator: Albert Genick (1837–1906) Publisher: Ernst Wasmuth, Berlin Printer: Hein & Mosler, Berlin Plate: IV Date: 1883 Edition: Second edition Technique: Color lithograph Origin: Germany Sheet size: Approximately 46 x 68 cm (18.1 x 26.8 inches) Orientation: Landscape Period: Late 19th Century Style: Neoclassical / Archaeological Revival Condition: Very good antique condition. Strong black and terracotta coloring with the additional colors of the decorated amphora remaining well preserved. Light age-related toning with scattered minor foxing and spotting, principally in the surrounding background and margins. Minor edge wear consistent with age. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description. An original antique lithograph printed in 1883, not a modern reproduction. The print is offered unframed. Any framed or interior images, if shown, are for presentation and inspiration only. Additional companion plates from Albert Genick’s series are available separately. Keywords: Albert Genick, Greek amphorae, Greek amphora, ancient Greek pottery, Greek ceramics, Greek vases, amphora print, classical pottery, archaeological print, ancient Greece, Greek art, Greek figures, classical antiquity, Greek key, Greek meander, palmette ornament, black figure pottery...

Antique print titled 'Spiegel und Wand Leuchter vor Bildhauer und Goldtschmidt'. This print shows decorative mirrors/wall decoration. Artists and Engravers: Made after P. Decker. ...

Exceptionally rare original Italian film poster for John Ford landmark 1939 Western starring John Wayne and. The art work on this poster is by Anselmo Ballester...

AIR FRANCE - EXPÉDIEZ VOS COLIS PAR AVION Rare authentic original vintage midcentury airline travel poster Artist: Max Ponty Condition: A- Dimensions: 13.2 x 19.7 in. / 33.5 x 50 cm....

Original Antique Print of Four Corals by Bertuch, c. 1790 Original antique hand-colored copper engraving depicting four remarkable varieties of coral and marine growth, published in Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s celebrated “Bilderbuch für Kinder” around the end of the 18th century. The plate is titled “Corallen I / Corallia / Coraux I” and bears the reference “I.B.21” at lower right. It belongs to Bertuch’s early natural-history series illustrating the extraordinary diversity of marine organisms then collectively described as corals. Four dramatically different specimens are arranged across the sheet. Fig. 1 depicts a branching red coral with multiple upright stems. Its vivid original red coloring makes it the strongest color accent in the composition and recalls the precious red corals that had long been collected in the Mediterranean and used for jewelry and decorative objects. Fig. 2 shows a tall, dark branching form with an elegant tree-like structure, representative of the flexible horn-like corals historically grouped among the gorgonians. Fig. 3 illustrates a large irregular, porous coral formation, rendered in pale ochre and gray tones. Its complex surface and numerous cavities emphasize the extraordinary structural variety encountered in coral colonies. Fig. 4 dominates the upper part of the plate and is perhaps the most visually striking specimen. Its broad, deeply folded and radiating surfaces create an almost flower-like or sculptural appearance, demonstrating why corals occupied such a fascinating position between the botanical and zoological worlds in early natural-history classification. During the 18th century, the classification and biological nature of corals remained an important subject of scientific investigation. Earlier naturalists had frequently compared them with plants or mineral formations, while increasingly detailed observation established their animal nature. The terminology and organization of early coral collections therefore provide a fascinating insight into the development of marine zoology. The engraving combines finely engraved scientific detail with restrained original hand coloring in red, ochre, gray and black. Its large sculptural forms and spacious composition give the plate considerable decorative appeal in both traditional natural-history collections and contemporary coastal interiors. Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747–1822) was a German publisher, writer and patron of the arts. His monumental “Bilderbuch für Kinder” was one of the great illustrated educational encyclopedias of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, covering zoology, botany, geography, science, technology, antiquity and numerous other subjects. Creator: Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747–1822) Source: Bilderbuch für Kinder Plate: Corallen I / Corallia / Coraux I Reference: I.B.21 Subject: Four Corals and Marine Organisms Place of Publication: Weimar, Germany Date of Manufacture: Circa 1790 Period: Late 18th Century Style: Neoclassical – In the Period of Medium: Original hand-colored copper engraving on paper Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use. General age-related toning with scattered foxing, spotting and minor marks. Some discoloration and handling wear are visible, consistent with the age of the sheet. Original hand coloring remains attractive, particularly the strong red coloring of Fig. 1. Please refer to the photographs for further details of condition. Please note: This is an original antique engraving from the late 18th century, not a modern reproduction. The print is sold unframed. Framed images or interior views, if shown, are for presentation and inspiration only. Other companion marine-life and natural-history plates from Bertuch’s “Bilderbuch für Kinder” are also available separately. Keywords: antique coral print...

Original signed lithograph Seems Like Manhattan II by Gary Lichtenstein. Signed and numbered 7/30. Two additional Seems Like Manhattan lithographs...

Set of Three Dragonfly Lithographs by Richard Tümpel, Germany, 1908 Description: A superb set of three original color lithographs from Richard Tümpel's monumental work Die Geradflüg...

A large abstract expressionist work by Dario Villalba (b. 1939-2018) an important Spanish painter as well as Olympic Figure skater. Untitled work, dated 1963, (45" X33") would have b...

Sensational image by Gustave Doré From Milton's " Paradise Lost " Woodcut engraving Published C.1870 Unframed. Free shipping

The Pantheon and Piazza della Rotonda, Rome – Benoist 1869 Lithograph NOTE: This original antique lithograph is offered unframed, allowing the buyer full freedom of framing choice. Description: This impressive 19th-century lithograph depicts the Pantheon of Agrippa and the lively Piazza della Rotonda in Rome, one of the most iconic urban spaces of the Eternal City. Created by Félix Benoist after Bayot and published in Paris in 1869, the print forms part of the celebrated series Rome dans sa Grandeur, an ambitious artistic project dedicated to portraying Rome as a unified historical landscape where antiquity and modern life coexist. The composition centers on the monumental façade of the Pantheon, its classical portico supported by massive Corinthian columns and crowned by the famous inscription honoring Marcus Agrippa. The ancient temple—by the 19th century functioning as the Church of Santa Maria ad Martyres—dominates the scene with timeless architectural authority. In front of the building stands the fountain and obelisk of Piazza della Rotonda, anchoring the bustling square. Benoist enriches the architectural setting with animated scenes of daily Roman life. A preacher addresses a gathered crowd in the foreground, while families, children, merchants, and passersby fill the piazza, creating a vivid impression of civic and social activity. Horse-drawn carriages and market stalls further emphasize the Pantheon’s role not only as a historic monument but as the living center of an active neighborhood. This blending of monumentality and everyday life is characteristic of Rome dans sa Grandeur, reflecting the 19th-century fascination with Rome as both archaeological treasure and modern city. The lithographic technique demonstrates exceptional precision and tonal subtlety. Fine architectural detailing contrasts with soft atmospheric shading, lending depth to the sky and enhancing the sense of space within the square. The balanced composition and recognizable subject make this print particularly appealing to collectors of Roman views, Grand Tour imagery, and classical architectural prints...

Étienne Dupérac (French, 1535-1604) A pair of etchings from I vestigi dell'antichita di Roma raccolti et ritratti in perspettiva depicting ruins of Ancient Rome, including the Temp...

Pair framed antique engravings of ottoman personages. Set of 12 hand coloured antique engravings of 36 diverse personages of Ottoman and Oriental background spectacularly attired in ...

Antique Hand-Colored Costume Print of Asia with Persian, Kurdish and Circassian Figures c1860 A richly detailed and visually striking mid-19th century costume print depicting a grou...

Antique Greek Amphorae with Mythological Figures Color Lithograph, 1883 Original antique color lithograph depicting two richly decorated ancient Greek amphorae, published in Berlin in 1883 as part of Albert Genick’s monumental work on Greek ceramics. This impressive landscape-format plate presents two contrasting examples of ancient Greek pottery, both extensively decorated with figural and ornamental scenes. The larger amphora on the left is distinguished by its patterned terracotta handles and broad narrative frieze. A group of standing figures in elaborate dress occupies the principal scene, accompanied by animals including dogs. The figures are rendered in black, terracotta and deep red, creating an unusually rich and decorative composition. Geometric and ornamental borders surround the scene, while radiating decoration emphasizes the lower section of the vessel. The smaller amphora on the right is equally striking. Its principal scene depicts a dramatic mythological encounter between several figures, including a central hybrid or animal-bodied figure. The scene is surrounded by scrolling vegetal ornament, palmettes, geometric bands and a Greek-key meander. A richly patterned palmette frieze decorates the neck. Between the two vessels are small archaeological drawings recording details of their construction and decoration. The strong black, terracotta and deep-red palette, combined with the abundance of classical figures and ornament, makes this one of the particularly decorative plates from Genick’s series. Its horizontal format also lends itself especially well to display above a console, desk or fireplace. The print originates from the second edition of Albert Genick’s important publication on Greek ceramics, published by Ernst Wasmuth in Berlin in 1883. The complete work comprised 36 large color lithographic plates, including four double-page plates, illustrating amphorae, vases, bowls and other examples of ancient Greek ceramic art. The lithographs were produced by the Berlin printing establishment Hein & Mosler. Albert Genick (1837–1906), a Berlin-trained architect, became particularly known for his precise graphic documentation of ancient ceramics. This publication is regarded as his principal work. Complete examples are rare, and individual plates from the series are increasingly difficult to find. Creator: Albert Genick (1837–1906) Publisher: Ernst Wasmuth, Berlin Printer: Hein & Mosler, Berlin Plate: V Date: 1883 Edition: Second edition Technique: Color lithograph Origin: Germany Sheet size: Approximately 46 x 68 cm (18.1 x 26.8 inches) Orientation: Landscape Period: Late 19th Century Style: Neoclassical / Archaeological Revival Condition: Very good antique condition. Strong black, terracotta and deep-red coloring with the details of the vessels remaining well preserved. Light age-related toning with scattered minor foxing and spotting, principally in the background and margins. Minor wear and slight irregularity along the sheet edges consistent with age. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description. An original antique lithograph printed in 1883, not a modern reproduction. The print is offered unframed. Any framed or interior images, if shown, are for presentation and inspiration only. Additional companion plates from Albert Genick’s series are available separately. Keywords: Albert Genick, Greek amphorae, Greek amphora, ancient Greek pottery, Greek ceramics, Greek vases, mythological figures, Greek mythology, amphora print, classical pottery, archaeological print, ancient Greece, Greek art, classical figures, figural vase, classical antiquity, Greek key, Greek meander, palmette ornament, black figure pottery...