German Wall Decorations

Reduced forms create fascinating wall sculptures, a play with translucently, ambient light and color. The mirror objects float in front of the wall and create fascinating sculptures...

Set of six original antique mycology prints. It shows many mushrooms and other fungus. These prints originate from 'Cryptogamen-Flora, Enthaltung die Abbildung und Beschreibung Vorzü...

Large and heavy ceramic wall tile depicting a southern landscape with cypress trees in a relief design. Designed and manufactured by Dietmar Liedke for Majolika Karlsruhe in the 1970...

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...

Karl Blossfeldt — Framed Photogravure: Natural Grace, 1942 A striking Karl Blossfeldt photogravure from the 1942 edition of Wunder in der Natur. Retaining its original condition, i...

Alpine Landscape Painting with Meadow, Trees and Mountains A large magnificent landscape painting in a golden wooden frame. The scene shows ...

Rivinus botanicals: Anonis, Hedysarum & Genista hispanica, Leipzig, 1690s Set of three late-17th/early-18th-century botanical copper engravings with period hand-colour, attributed t...

Another wonderfully original East German film poster, this time for the 1980s sci-fi comedy My Stepmother Is an Alien, starring Dan Aykroyd and Kim Basinger. The design is instantly ...

A good antique German Hand-Painted KPM porcelain portrait plaque signed "Wagner" after the painting "Reflection" by the Italian artist Angelo Asti (1847-1903). Asti was born in Milan...

Antique Greek Vases, Cooling Vessel & Amphorae Lithograph, 1883 Original antique color lithograph depicting three examples of ancient Greek ceramics—a large cooling vessel and two a...

A fine vintage roe deer antler horns hunting trophy on a carved black forest plaque, dated 1950. The plaque is hand carved with oak leaves, acorns, and branches and was found in an o...

Alpine Landscape Oil Painting with Tyrolean Mountain Village A large landscape painting, framed in a gold-colored frame. Painted on canvas with oil paints. The painting shows a scen...

Skiers in Garmisch, Alpspitze - Adalbert von Wex Period: Early 1900s Provenance: Munich, Bavaria Artist: Adalbert von Wex Technique: Oil on canvas Painting size: 64 cm x 100 cm (25....

JOHANN WILHELM WEINMANN (1683-1741) - PHYTANTHOZA ICONOGRAPHIE - Antique pair of framed 18th century first edition Phytanthoza Iconographie botanical hand colored mezzotint engraving...

European Bird Eggs Lithographs, Set of Two – Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 1890s Description: This exquisite pair of chromolithographs, titled Eier europäischer Vögel I & II (Eg...

Antique Herbs and Mushrooms Botanical Prints, Natural History Set, 1852 Description This exceptional three-plate set combines aromatic herbs and fungi, drawn from Landwirthschaftlic...

Jonstonus Friesian and Hungarian Horses Engraving, 1650 Description: Original antique copper engraving depicting two European horse breeds: the Friesian horse (“Equus Frisicus – Frisisch Pferd”) and the Pannonian or Hungarian horse (“Equus Pannonicus sive Hungaric – Hungarisches Pferd”). The upper composition shows the powerful Friesian horse standing in profile, distinguished by its heavy build, long flowing mane and feathered legs. Below, the Hungarian horse is represented in a dramatic rearing pose, creating a particularly lively and decorative equestrian composition. The engraving was published in Joannes Jonstonus’ important Historiae naturalis de quadrupetibus, Frankfurt am Main, 1650. The work was issued by the heirs of Matthäus Merian and forms part of Jonstonus’ celebrated multi-volume natural history of animals. Joannes Jonstonus (1603–1675), also known as John Johnston or Jan Jonston, was a Polish-born physician, naturalist and scholar. His extensive natural-history publications were among the important illustrated zoological works of the 17th century, preceding the systematic classification of Linnaeus by more than a century. From the first edition of Historiae naturalis de quadrupetibus, published in Frankfurt by the Merian publishing house in 1650. Plate II, titled within the engraving: “Equus Frisicus – Frisisch Pferd” “Equus Pannonicus sive Hungaric – Hungarisches Pferd” A beautiful early representation of the Friesian horse and an appealing decorative work for an equestrian, country-house or natural-history collection. Joannes Jonstonus (1603–1675) Historiae naturalis de quadrupetibus Frankfurt am Main Published by the heirs of Matthäus Merian 1650 Original copper engraving Plate II This is an original antique print published in 1650, not a modern reproduction. Condition: Good antique condition with overall age-related toning, scattered spotting and surface marks. Noticeable old staining and discoloration to the lower left corner and margin. Minor handling creases and wear along the sheet edges. The engraved image remains strong and well defined. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description. Period Mid-17th Century Style Baroque Natural History Equestrian Subject Friesian Horse Hungarian Horse Equestrian Horses Natural History Zoology Frisian Keywords: Joannes Jonstonus, John Johnston, Jan Jonston, Matthäus Merian, Merian, Friesian horse, Frisian horse, Friesisch Pferd, Equus Frisicus, Hungarian horse, Pannonian horse, Equus Pannonicus, horse engraving, antique horse print, equestrian engraving, equestrian art, horse wall art...

Garden Pond with Water Lilies and Rockery, 1994 – Oil Painting by Alexander Michael Item e7648 This vibrant oil painting from 1994 presents a peaceful garden pond surrounded by a lus...

Pair of fine Art Nouveau / Jugendstyl gilt bronze relief wall plaques, with wonderful details, mounted in walnut frames. The reliefs depict Diana, ...

Antique Black Forest Red Deer Trophy on Carved Plaque - Germany ca. 1910 An antique red deer (Capreolus capreolus) trophy on a wooden carved plaque with dark brown finish which feat...

Set of Three Antique Mineralogy Chromolithographs, Quartz, Agate & Tourmaline, 1888 DESCRIPTION: A decorative set of three original 19th-century mineralogy plates illustrating quart...

Antique Red Deer Trophy on Carved Plaque, Black Forest, Germany 1900 Item e8315 A great antique 6 ponter red deer (Cervus elaphus) trophy with unequal antlers mounted on a carved woo...

Aztec & Early Mexican Costumes, Set of 2 Antique Prints, 1500–1525 This striking pair of early 20th-century costume plates offers a vivid and historically valuable depiction of Aztec and early Mexican dress during the 16th century. Illustrated by Max Tilke and published by Ernst Wasmuth A.G. in Berlin, these prints belong to one of the most respected costume‐historical series of the period. Tilke was known for his meticulous research and his ability to translate ethnographic sources into richly detailed, accurate visual reconstructions. These two plates are among the most vibrant and desirable in the entire publication. Plate 144 presents warriors and nobles in full ceremonial and military attire. Jaguar warriors, eagle warriors, officers, and elite fighters are shown with their distinctive feathered headdresses, painted shields, quilted cotton armor (ichcahuipilli), and symbolic iconography referencing Aztec cosmology and rank. The colors and patterns reflect authentic codex sources, making the plate particularly valuable to historians of pre-Columbian culture. Plate 145 focuses on social classes and civilian dress from the late pre-Hispanic and early colonial period. Market vendors, weavers, young nobles, priests, and high-ranking women appear wearing garments such as tilmas, breechcloths, embroidered huipiles, feathered adornments, and body paint. Together, the two plates offer a rare, well-documented overview of everyday and ceremonial dress from Mexico around 1500–1525. The printing quality is exceptionally fine, with rich color lithography capturing the tonal variations of feathers, textiles, and painted patterns. These plates make a powerful impression when framed and are well suited for collectors of ethnographic art, museum-oriented interiors, historians of Mesoamerica, and designers seeking authentic cultural references. It is now uncommon to find both Mexican plates...

Fly Agaric & Chanterelle Mushrooms – Antique Botanical Lithograph Set, 1885 This refined set of three large-format botanical lithographs illustrates a celebrated selection of Europe...

Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...

Antique Salt Lake City Mormon Settlement View, Utah, Meyer ca. 1850 This finely engraved 19th-century view depicts early Salt Lake City, identified beneath the image as “die Mormone...

Beautiful large vintage school map, school poster about the honey bee, paper on linen, by Jung Koch Quentell, dated 1968, Germany. Educational poster, which is also very decorative,...

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...

Karl Blossfeldt — Framed Photogravure: Natural Grace, 1942 A striking Karl Blossfeldt photogravure from the 1942 edition of Wunder in der Natur. Retaining its original condition, i...

Karl Blossfeldt — Framed Photogravure: Natural Grace, 1942 A striking Karl Blossfeldt photogravure from the 1942 edition of Wunder in der Natur. Retaining its original condition, i...

Antique Greek Lekythos with Classical Figures Color Lithograph, 1883 Original antique color lithograph depicting three ancient Greek lekythoi decorated...

Wading Birds & Cranes Print: Flamingo, Stork, Ibis, Bustard – Antique 1867 This elegant antique print depicts a variety of wading birds and cranes, including flamingos, storks, ibis...

Fantastic 1982 re-release German film poster for classic Midnight Cowboy. Really nice design and colours. This vintage movie poster is sized 23 1/4 x 33 inches, it will be sent roll...

Peter Robert Keil was born to an artist blacksmith father whom he lost very early in his childhood during the Second World War. During the end phase of the war, Keil's mother, also a...

Magnificent space age wall tapestry. Handcrafted in the 1970s. It has an abstract decor. The patterns have different heights. The tapestry is in very good condition. It looks almost...

17th Century A powerful and finely executed religious painting depicting Christ crowned with thorns and accompanied by two soldiers. The dramatic composition focuses on the sufferin...

Germany Ansbach 18th century A set of 16 blue and white, with manganese tint, tiles with decorations of animals and figures. Very fine painting and much detail in the animals and fi...

Modernist 60s HERON BIRD wall sculpture made in Germany. Vintage 60s brass metal wall sculpture. This wall hanging is very elegant and filigran with its BIRD theme. High quality Ge...

Mid century abstract lithograph by Gerard Schneider, German, circa 1960s. Signed. It measures 28.5"H x 37.5"W.

Large Caribou Antler Skull Mount Taxidermy Cabin Decor Skull Antlers Item e7355 A great antique caribou (Rangifer tarandus) trophy on a wooden plaque. Th...

Hang finished artist mural made of copper elements on a metal lattice frame. Hand cut and hand shaped copper squares with a great pattern.

Karl Blossfeldt — Framed Photogravure: Natural Grace, 1942 A striking Karl Blossfeldt photogravure from the 1942 edition of Wunder in der Natur. Retaining its original condition, i...

A beautiful antique pub scene themed wall decoration plate or sign. This decorative item would make a beautiful ornament on each wall. Made in the 1890s it i...

Majolica reticulated lilac plate signed Villeroy & Boch, circa 1890.

We adore the clean and contemporary design by Schleusing on the East German poster for Love with the Proper Stranger. It has a striking simplicity that feels modern and understated, ...

Antique Sugarcane Chromolithograph, Teboe Monjet and Teboe Rapooh Kiang, 1892 Description This large chromolithographic plate illustrates two distinct sugarcane varieties cultivated...

Antique Victorian Papier-Mâché Wall Shelve with Japonizing Decoration A rare antique Papier-Mâché wall shelve with handpainted japonizing decoration featuring paintings of fishes an...

Karl Blossfeldt Photogravures Wundergarten der Natur, 1932. Hung together, these make a very impressive and modern wall display. Available in smaller groups or individually at $595...

Alexander Michael Oil Painting of a Lively Field of Sunflowers 1975 A framed oil on wood painting featuring a lively field of sunflowers in full bloom, with a rustic rural backdrop ...

A countrycore Jung Koch Quentell pull-down wall chart showing the brown hair and the common rabbit. Used as teaching material in German schools. Colorful print on paper reinforced wi...

Mid-century Pair of Peacock Decorative Wall Hanging Plaques, 1960s, Germany Measurements : 42 cm x 42 cm Please do not hesitate to ask us for your any type of questions

Original Antique Print of Five Exotic Red Fish by Bertuch, c.1800 Original antique hand-colored copper engraving depicting five remarkable species of fish, published in Friedrich Ju...

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...

Andy Warhol's Endangered Species Portfolio of 6 Prints by Neues Publishing Company, 1989 The 1989 portfolio contains high-quality reproductions of six animals rendered in Warhol's s...

German Majolica Leaves & Flowers Plate Circa 1900.

Vintage Mid Century Modern Psychedelic Pop Art Poster " Love Love Love " By Lothar Gunther Buchheim, 1969 "Lothar-Günther Buchheim (February 6, 1918 – February 22, 2007) was a Germa...

Parasol & Boletes Mushrooms – Antique Botanical Lithograph Set, 1885 This attractive two-plate set of large-format botanical lithographs illustrates a diverse range of European ...

Complete set of five promotional posters Portraits 27 x 18¾ in. (68.5 x 47.5 cm.); Banner 14½ x 40 in. (37 x 101.5 cm.) Printed in England by Waterlow & Sons Limited for Stern Magazine, Germany Beatles manager Brian Epstein...

A polychrome glazed pottery wall plaque decorated with several fish, created by Helmut Schaffenacker of Ulm in the 1950s. Helmut Schaffenacker was a renowned German ceramist known fo...

Clerical and Monastic Vestments 1400–1800, Antique Hand-Colored Print This elegant antique costume plate illustrates a wide range of clerical and monastic garments worn within the R...