German Wall Decorations

A charming set of five vintage carved wooden wall decorations featuring birds in flight, dating to the 1950s–1960s. These sculptural pieces capture the spirit of mid-century design, ...

Set of 4 framed red wax seal intaglios, Northern European, 18th to 19th centuries. Beautiful birds eye maple veneered framed, recessed mats with gilt borders makes a handsome display...

Majolica reticulated purple flowers plate signed Villeroy & Boch, circa 1900.

Lakeside Landscape Technical Information: Period: 1930 Origin: Germany Artist: Heribert Bahndorf (1877, Leipzig – 1947, Meersburg on Lake Constance) Medium: Oil on board Artwork dim...

A wonderful, vintage Roy Lichtenstein German poster featuring his iconic 1964 Pop Art painting "I Know How You Must Feel.....Brad". The German translates to "Oil and Magna on Canv...

1678 Baroque Dressage Training Horse at the Pillar – Georg Simon Winter This original hand-coloured copperplate engraving depicts an advanced riding-school exercise from one of the ...

Mater Dolorosa, 1899 German Chromolithograph of the Sorrowful Mother, Dresden This exquisite late-19th-century chromolithograph of the Mater Dolorosa—“Sorrowful Mother”—was printed ...

Extraordinary collection of 9 Artists-Plates by Rosenthal, Germany. Ranging from 1971 to the mid 1980s, this series from their artists ''Studio-Line'' features designs from artists s...

This vividly hued and wistful scene depicting two nude male figures musing and lounging on a rooftop in Frankfurt was painted by Hans Scheil in the 1940s or 50s. The scene is painte...

JOHANN WILHELM WEINMANN (1683-1741) - PHYTANTHOZA ICONOGRAPHIE - Antique set of six framed 18th century first edition PHYTANTHOZA ICONOGRAPHIE botanical hand colored mezzotint engrav...

Beautiful wooden wall plaque relief sign, made in the Brutalist style in Germany in the 1970s. This is a wonderful Zodiac sign. This can be used as a Wall decoration or as a decorati...

Austrian Majolica Clover Plate circa 1900. 4 leaves clover.

Striking and highly decorative vintage lithograph advertising poster for Mercedes-Benz, featuring an early Daimler motorcar set within a refined European cityscape, likely Stuttgart—...

Original Antique Print of Exotic Moths and Butterflies by Bertuch, c.1820 Original antique hand-colored engraving depicting four spectacular moths and butterflies, published in Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s celebrated “Bilderbuch für Kinder” during the early 19th century. The plate is titled “Insecten LXXXI / Insecta LXXXI / Insectes LXXXI” and bears the reference “XV.B.45” at lower right. Dominating the composition is Fig. 1, an extraordinary large pale yellow-green silk moth with exceptionally long, elegant tails extending from the hindwings. Delicate linear markings, circular eyespots and subtle red accents give the insect an almost ethereal appearance. Fig. 2 depicts another impressive large moth with broad brown forewings and richly patterned hindwings in black, pink and cream. Its strongly striped abdomen and unusual green markings add to the exotic character of the specimen. Figs. 3 and 4 illustrate two smaller but vividly colored butterflies. Fig. 3 combines brilliant red-orange wings with dramatic black markings, while Fig. 4 is predominantly black with a striking border of blue, orange and cream eyespots. The considerable difference in scale between the enormous long-tailed moth and the smaller butterflies creates a particularly effective composition. The restrained pale coloring of the upper specimen contrasts beautifully with the intense red, blue, black and pink of the insects below. The engraving is enhanced with original hand coloring and is a fine example of the fascination with exotic Lepidoptera in European natural-history publications of the early 19th century. Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747–1822) was a German publisher, writer and patron of the arts. His monumental “Bilderbuch für Kinder” (Picture Book for Children) was one of the most ambitious illustrated educational encyclopedias of its period. Published in Weimar from 1790 onward, it contained hundreds of engraved and hand-colored plates devoted to zoology, botany, geography, science, technology, antiquity and numerous other subjects. Creator: Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747–1822) Source: Bilderbuch für Kinder Plate: Insecten LXXXI / Insecta LXXXI / Insectes LXXXI Reference: XV.B.45 Subject: Exotic Moths and Butterflies Place of Publication: Weimar, Germany Date of Manufacture: Circa 1820 Period: Early 19th Century Style: Neoclassical – In the Period of Medium: Original hand-colored 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. Minor marginal wear and edge irregularities, particularly along the right edge. Original hand coloring remains strong and attractive. Please refer to the photographs for further details of condition. Please note: This is an original antique engraving from the early 19th 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 butterfly, moth and natural-history plates from Bertuch’s “Bilderbuch für Kinder” are also available separately. Keywords: antique moth...

Beautiful and large pair of sculptural iron and textured Murano glass wall lights/sconces, 1960s Lamp sockets: 1x E27 (US E26).

Luxurious art iron cast wall plate (Model 5001) based on a historical design by Karl Friedrich Schinkel. Made by Buderus Berlin, the folk saying calls those treasures ''Berlin Iron'...

Mid-Century German Studio Pottery Wall Plaque with Fish Design, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. Additional information: Materials: Ceramic Color: Brown Styles...

A killer original East German film poster for The Abyss, released in the DDR in 1990. This one goes deep: jet-black underwater space, punchy yellow lettering and a strange pink sea-c...

A beautiful, vintage alabaster handmade plate, framed with glass and gilt wood. Measuring 11.75" wide, 1.63" deep and 10" high. Displayed in a period giltwood frame. Image size, 4 1/...

Anatomy Print: Skeleton, Skull, Organs & Nerves Study – Antique 1867 This detailed antique print presents a comprehensive anatomical study from the 19th century, depicting the human...

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...

A great looking hand carved original wooden Folk Art chamois head wall decoration. A great piece for a suitable ambiance in a trophy room or the office of a Hunter or Woodsman. More ...

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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...

Antique Abnorm Red Deer Trophy on Carved Plaque, Black Forest Germany, ca. 1900 Item e8302 An antique roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) antler trophy mounted on an elaborately carved wo...

Antique Tea Botanical Print, Thea Chinensis, Hand Colored, c.1831 This elegant botanical engraving depicts Thea chinensis, the tea plant, one of the most influential commodities in ...

Beautiful 1970's Reichel Skansen Wall Tapestry with abstract design. Nice example of a Mid Century wall decoration / rug. Yellow, ochre, rust, brown & mustard colourways. Measure...

Very rare wall mirror with a teak and plywood back. Made in Germany. Typical abstract design of the 1930s. The wooden back is made of 1 cm thick plywood. The front is teak. The two o...

This beautiful, high-quality tapestry from the 1960s was made by hand from wool. The quality of the wool is excellent and the many decades have not affected its quality. The motif of...

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

Set of Six Vintage Roe Deer Trophies on Wooden Plaques Germany ca. 1960s A set of six vintage roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) antler trophies dating from the 1960s, each affixed to a...

A richly detailed and visually captivating 19th century German genre painting attributed to Johann Sperl, depicting an animated rural village scene filled with figures, animals, and ...

Eight Small Original Antique Pedicularis Wildflower Prints from the Alps, 1897 Description: A beautifully matched set of eight original antique botanical chromolithographs published...

Vintage Set of Six Roe Deer Trophies on Wooden Plaques Germany ca.1950/1960s A collection of six large vintage roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) antler trophies from the 1950/1960s, mo...

A handsome mid-20th-century German pewter wall plate centered by an elaborate heraldic coat of arms. The relief decoration includes a shield, scrolling mantling, winged supporters, a...

Snowy Alpine Landscape - Harald Tillberg Antique oil on canvas depicting a snowy Alpine landscape with bright peaks and high-altitude forests, painted in the Central European traditi...

Original East German film poster the 1952 Musical Moulin Rouge. This poster would have been used outside the cinema at the film’s original release. This popular fictional story, set...

Christ Knocking at the Door, c.1900 German Devotional Chromolithograph (Printed in Germany) This beautiful early 20th-century German chromolithograph depicts one of the most tender ...

St Mary Protectress of Innocents, Antique German Chromolithograph c.1900 This exceptionally tender and beautifully composed late 19th–early 20th century German chromolithograph depi...

The Angelus at Sunset, After Millet, Antique European Chromolithograph This atmospheric late 19th-century European chromolithograph presents a devotional rural scene inspired by Jea...

Title: Detailed Study of Butterfly Wing Structures, 1798 Hand-Colored Engraving Description: This 1798 hand-colored copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's "Bilderbuch...

Large German Majolica grape plate, circa 1900.

Antique Botanical Prints Set, German Wildflowers Atlas Plates, Stuttgart 1890 This refined collection of botanical plates originates from Naturgeschichte des Pflanzenreichs by M. Fünfstück, published in Stuttgart circa 1885. Created during the late nineteenth century’s flourishing period of scientific illustration, these works combine botanical accuracy with a restrained decorative elegance that translates beautifully into contemporary interior design. The plates present a diverse survey of European wildflowers, medicinal herbs, and native field plants rendered with delicate color and precise draftsmanship. Species illustrated include nettle (*Urtica dioica*), hops (*Humulus lupulus*), plantain (*Plantago*), sorrel (*Rumex*), chickweed (*Stellaria*), buttercups (*Ranunculus*), pinks and campions (*Dianthus* and *Silene*), meadow herbs, flowering field plants, and various alpine and woodland flora. The compositions balance botanical specimens with airy spacing, allowing each plant form to stand clearly while contributing to an overall harmonious visual rhythm. The soft palette of sage greens, muted blush pinks, and warm paper tones creates a calm and organic aesthetic well suited to modern interiors. Unlike highly saturated botanical imagery, these plates function as sophisticated architectural wall elements — ideal for organic modern spaces, Scandinavian interiors, country houses, wellness environments, or hospitality settings seeking authenticity and quiet natural texture. Displayed together, the prints form a cohesive botanical narrative that introduces movement, refinement, and historical depth without visual heaviness. Produced as educational plates yet executed with notable artistic sensitivity, these works exemplify the German tradition of merging science and design. Their balanced compositions and timeless subject matter make them particularly attractive for designers creating layered, nature-inspired interiors. The prints are offered unframed, allowing collectors and designers full freedom to select framing appropriate to their interior schemes. Any framed examples shown are intended solely for visual inspiration. Condition report: Very good antique condition with general age-related toning consistent with late nineteenth-century paper. Light surface wear and occasional minor spotting visible upon close inspection. Original centerfolds as issued. Paper remains strong and stable, presenting attractively overall. Framing tips: These botanical plates benefit from generous ivory or soft cream matting to emphasize their delicate compositions and preserve visual balance. Natural oak, walnut, or subtle antique gilt frames enhance the historical character while remaining compatible with modern interiors. Hanging as a structured grid or salon-style botanical wall creates a refined, designer-led installation with strong visual cohesion. Keyword block: antique botanical prints, German botanical atlas, M Fünfstück, Naturgeschichte des Pflanzenreichs, wildflower botanical prints, antique plant illustrations, European wildflowers art, botanical wall decor, vintage botanical plates...

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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...

This limited-edition Art Nouveau poster, titled “La Fille aux Fleurs de Printemps”, is a modern homage to the elegance and floral romanticism of the fin-de-siècle period. Inspired b...

Pair Great Black Forest Wall Sconces with Deer Horns, Germany ca. 1900 An antique pair of Black Forest sconces for candles. Each made of original deer horns which are mounted on a t...

Hangman's Bridge (Henkersteg), Nuremberg, Bavaria, Germany - Antique fine art hand colored engraving on heavy cream paper - architectural view - indistinctly signed by the artist low...

Jesus Blessing the Children, Antique German Chromolithograph after Meithheuser c.1900 This exceptionally moving late 19th–early 20th century German chromolithograph depicts one of t...

French Limoges Majolica Porcelain Oyster Plate, circa 1890. with shells.

Antique print titled 'Der Moderne Kleidermacher XII'. German fashion print, published circa 1900. Four men showing various outfits (incl. long jackets/coats), all wearing hats.

Large Antique Black Forest Carved Cuckoo Clock with Stag Head A large handcarved wooden cuckoo clock, decorated with hunting accessoires, oak leaves, hare, pheasant and a stag head ...

This is a view of the Vatican in Rome, an original antique steel engraving, uncolored, circa 1850. The caption reads DER VATICAN IN ROM, German for the Vatican in Rome. The dome of ...

German Majolica Leaves & Flowers Plate Circa 1900.

Vintage pull-down anatomical human chart, print of a painting for Dr. Neues & Co Kempen, Germany. The chart is part of the series: Biologisch-hygienisches Unterichtswerk des Deutsche...

Allegory of Emperor Charles VI and the Habsburg Monarchy, c.1720 A large and visually impressive Baroque allegorical engraving celebrating the reign of Emperor Charles VI (1685–1740...

A gorgeous pink and gold gilt porcelain German dinner plate charger or wall art, circa early-20th century, Germany. Plate has a heavy gold gilt edge and center; both are embossed wit...

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

Original Antique Print of Swallowtail and Painted Lady Butterflies by Bertuch, c. 1800 Original antique hand-colored copper engraving depicting three colorful butterflies together w...

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...