German Wall Decorations

Antique Engraving of a Rodent (Mus Caraco Pall.), drawn by D.R. Nitschmann, engraved by J. Nußbiegel, circa 1800 This finely detailed natural history engraving depicts a species ide...

Villefranche, Nice & Monaco Coast – Rare German Copper Engraving c.1692 Description: This rare late-17th-century copper engraving depicts the Mediterran...

Antique Meadow and Fodder Plants Prints, Botanical Studies, 1852 This diverse four-plate set illustrates meadow plants, clover species, legumes, and useful field plants from Carl Gu...

This rare and highly unusual Sitzendorf German porcelain wall bracket which would date from around 1870-1880 is styled as a monkey clasping a coconut with a palm tree style back pl...

Terracotta Wall Plate with Whimsy Children in Farmer Costumes by Johann Maresch A large terracotta wall plate depicting a relief couple of farmers childs in a forest enviroment. Man...

Belgrade Bombardment 1914 – Color WWI Battle Print, Austrian-Serbian Front This vivid and highly decorative color print depicts the bombardment of Belgrade during the opening phase ...

Antique Wildflower Botanical Print, Borage and Field Plants, Germany 1852 This original hand-colored lithograph illustrates a selection of common European wild and field plants, iss...

Antique Bay Laurel Botanical Print, Laurus Nobilis, Hand Colored, c.1831 This refined botanical engraving depicts Laurus Nobilis, the bay laurel, a plant deeply rooted in Mediterran...

A monumental hand-carved Baroque relief depicting the Old Testament scene of Moses Striking the Rock at Horeb. Standing upon a crag, Moses raises his staff as water miraculously flow...

Original vintage travel advertising poster for Munich Zoo Park / Zoologischer Garten Munchen by the notable German graphic artist Ludwig Hohlwein (1874-1949...

Continental, likely German, 19th century. Oil on canvas, housed in a gilt oval frame. A town scene, unsigned.

Turkish Faience Plate with Stylized Floral Medallion – Julius Lessing, Berlin 1890 A beautifully detailed chromolithograph from Julius Lessing’s Persisch-Türkische Fayencen (Persian...

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...

Abnormal Red Deer Trophy by Philipp Ernst, Prince of Thurn and Taxis, 1935 This hunting trophy features a roe deer (Cervus elaphus), mounted on a carved wooden plaque. The shape of ...

Original vintage advertising poster promoting two four seater Volkswagen car models - Volkswagen 1500 Cabriolet 4 Sitze and Volkswagen 1200 Cabriolet 4 Sitze - featuring a dynamic de...

German Majolica Leaves & Ferns Plate, Circa 1890.

Antique Black Forest Red Deer Trophy on Carved Plaque - Germany 1932 An antique red deer (Capreolus capreolus) trophy on a wooden carved plaque with dark brown finish. The trophy wa...

Title: German Imperial Navy Training Squadron: SMS Victoria Louise, Kurfürst Friedrich Wilhelm, and Weissenburg – 1903 Chromolithograph This 1903 chromolithograph by Hugo Graf from ...

The Holy Guardian Angel Protecting a Child – Antique German Chromolithograph, 1900 This beautifully composed antique German chromolithograph depicts the Holy Guardian Angel gently guiding and protecting a small child as they cross a narrow wooden bridge above flowing water. The scene is rich in symbolic meaning, representing divine protection, childhood innocence, and spiritual guidance — themes deeply rooted in Catholic devotional tradition. The guardian angel is shown in flowing white robes with a pale blue sash, her wide luminous wings fully extended as she leads the child safely forward. A golden halo and radiant star above her head emphasize her divine nature, while her calm and protective posture reinforces the message of constant heavenly care. The child, dressed in soft rose-colored garments and holding a simple walking staff, steps forward with trust and quiet confidence. The surrounding landscape enhances the spiritual narrative: a peaceful waterfall below, a distant church on the cliffs above, and lush greenery framing the path. These details reflect the traditional Catholic interpretation of life’s journey guided by faith. The soft atmospheric lighting, subtle color transitions, and fine detail are characteristic of high-quality German chromolithography at the turn of the 20th century. This image was widely cherished in Catholic homes, schools, and religious institutions, where it served both as devotional inspiration and as a comforting symbol of protection for children. Today, original examples in strong condition are increasingly scarce and highly sought after by collectors of antique religious art. An ideal piece for Catholic art collectors, children’s rooms, chapels, prayer spaces, and anyone seeking a meaningful symbol of spiritual guardianship. CONDITION REPORT Good antique condition. Light, even age toning throughout. Minor edge wear and gentle softening at the corners. No tears, no significant losses, and no restoration. Colors remain vibrant, with excellent preservation of gold tones and soft pastel shading. FRAMING TIPS This print will be beautifully enhanced by a softly antiqued gilt or champagne-gold frame to echo the angelic glow. A deep ivory or pale linen mat with museum glass will elevate the devotional and collector-quality presentation. TECHNIQUE Chromolithography MAKER German devotional publisher, Germany, circa 1900 KEYWORD BLOCK Holy Guardian Angel antique print, Guardian Angel child protection, Catholic devotional art, German chromolithograph, religious wall art antique, angel with child print, Christian protection symbol, sacred angel print, Catholic nursery art...

Reclining Male Nude Study after de Lairesse German Drawing Manual c1745 This elegant academic study of the male nude originates from the German edition of Gérard de Lairesse’s influ...

Antique Maize Botanical Print, Corn Plant Study, Germany 1852 This striking original hand-colored lithograph depicts maize (corn) in detailed botanical study, published in Carl Gust...

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...

Antique Grape Varieties Botanical Print, Vitis Vinifera Study, Hand Colored This comparative botanical engraving presents multiple varieties of Vitis vinifera, offering a more analy...

20th Century Large Scale Painting “Gothic Tale” by Augustus Geortz. Highly textural work by known and accomplished artist Augustus Geortz. As with many abstract work the piece can b...

Persian Faience Dish with Blue Floral Ornamentation – Julius Lessing, Berlin 1890 A finely detailed chromolithograph from Persisch-Türkische Fayencen (Persian-Turkish Faience), publ...

Antique Turmeric Botanical Print, Curcuma Longa, Hand Colored, c.1831 Description: This vibrant botanical engraving depicts Curcuma Longa, the turmeric plant, including its distinct...

Antique Tobacco Botanical Print, Nicotiana Tabacum, c.1831 Description: This elegant botanical engraving depicts Nicotiana Tabacum, the tobacco plant, with flowering stems, leaves, ...

Enchanting oil on canvas by Carl Emil Doepler, protected by a beautiful hand-carved giltwood frame with a metal label titled "Italian Renaissance Party", depicting a traditional Ital...

Antique Chromolithograph of Flamingos – Phoenicopterus roseus, c.1890 A magnificent late 19th-century chromolithograph depicting the Greater Flamingo (Phoenicopterus roseus) in diff...

Vintage wild boar tusk trophy on wooden plaque, Germany 1973 A vintage Black Forest wild boar tusk trophy on wooden plaque. The tusks are mou...

Set of Three Vintage Paintings with People in Rococo Costumes A set of three paintings depicting two noble ladies and a noble man in Rococo costumes. Handpainted with enamel paint o...

German Majolica plate with morning glory on a blue basket weave and a brown border, circa 1900.

An antique original oil painting of a countryside landscape with a cottage from around 1925. The painting shows a cottage surrounded by trees and open green grass fields under a soft...

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...

Antique Engraving of a Capuchin Monkey (Simia Apella Linn.), engraved by A. Hoffer, circa 1800 This elegant natural history engraving depicts the Capuchin Monkey (Simia Apella Linn....

Large German Majolica Leaf Plate, Circa 1900. 9 inches diameter.

European School oil on panel of the 18th century Measures: 34X24CM Good condition.

Antique Geological Cross-Section Chart “Geologische Formationen”, Meyers c.1900 A highly informative and visually refined antique chromolithograph titled “Geologische Formationen” (...

Black Forest Red Deer Trophy on Wooden Plaque 1954 A vintage 6 pointer red deer (Cervus elaphus) trophy from the Black Forest mounted on a wooden carved wall plaque...

Lot of four 1970s wall coat or clothes hooks in Sunburst motif by Vereinigte Werkstätten. Nice addition to your room, entry hall or just for your collection of design items. Made of ...

A large 19th century German Meissen rectangular porcelain plaque depicting Mary Magdalene reclining reading from a book. After Antonio Allegri (Ita...

Antique Meissen porcelain plaque after Correggio German, 19th Century Measures: Frame: Height 43cm, width 50cm, depth 10cm Plaque: Height ...

18th Century Kneeling Male Nude Academic Figure Study after de Lairesse c1745 This finely engraved academic figure study depicts a kneeling male nude shown in profile, engaged in a ...

Reclining Male Nude Study after de Lairesse German Drawing Manual c1745 This elegant academic study of the male nude originates from the German edition of Gérard de Lairesse’s influ...

Antique hand-painted porcelain plaque, "Flora" after Titian signed by Rau. This beautifully executed 19th century porcelain plaque has been hand-painted with a luminous version of Renaissance painter Tiziano Vecellio's famous oil painting...

An 18th century hand-colored city view of Nuremburg, Germany entitled "Geometrischer Grundris der des Heiligen Römischen Reichs Freyen Stadt Nürnberg" by Matthaus Seutter from his "A...

Oil on Canvas Since 2011 Lecturer at the Academy of Art in Bad Reichenhall and Kolbermoor, Founder of the color painting course, with Prof. Jerry Zeniuk and Prof. Raimer Jochims Awar...

A cottagecore vintage pull-down wallchart illustrating the job of a baker (view into a backery of the 1970s). The artist is D.Lordey, published by the Lehrmittelanstalt Koester &...

Copy of a German Romantic style landscape painting titled "Tree With Crows" showing a bare tree with crows against a sunrise Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use

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...

Majolica grape plate Villeroy & Boch, circa 1890.

Set of Three Antique Prints of Eagles by Oskar von Riesenthal, 1894 Description: A striking trio of chromolithographs (unframed!) from Oskar von Riesenthal’s Die Raubvögel Deutschla...

This outstanding fossilised skeleton is that of the ancestral crocodile species Steneosaurus bollensis that lived during the early Jurassic period. The skeleton, complete with armoured plates, has been exquisitely preserved and recovered from the Holzmaden Oil Shale of south Germany. The crocodile was once buried in fine, muddy sediment 195 million years ago at the bottom of the Tethys Ocean, which once existed between Europe and Africa. The calm, deep water provided a rare anoxic (without oxygen) environment, which prevented the skeleton from any significant decomposition before burial. The mud has since been compressed into oil shale, leaving the immense skeleton completely in-tact. This specimen is one of the few skeletons of Steneosaurus bollensis ever to be discovered. We can deduce much about the life of this reptile from the size and perfect preservation of the piece. Similar to present-day crocodiles, we can see that the two front limbs of the Steneosaurus are much shorter than the back two. This indicates that crocodile ancestors were bipedal; indeed, we believe that crocodiles evolved from the same reptile species as the dinosaurs and airborne pterosaurs. Dinosaurs ruled the lands during the late Triassic and early Jurassic. This made terrestrial life increasingly difficult for ancestral crocodiles, as there were many predators and prey was scarce. However, the seas were rich in fish, shellfish, starfish, crabs, squid… You can even see fossil belemnite guards (bullet shells of squid-like organisms) and the beautiful spiral shells of ammonites preserved around the crocodile skeleton...

Set of Three De Bry Botanical Engravings of Indian Trees and Fruits, c.1598 – Coconut, Bamboo, and Cashew Description: A rare and beautifully matching set of three original copper e...

Kusche, Paul (1882-1952), flower vase with gladiolus Measures: 100 cm x 70 cm (only artwork) 39.4 in x 27.6 in (only artwork) oil on board, 1920 Ancient painting depicting a floral ...

Hinting at the demimonde of Paris after World War II, this rare and atmospheric bowl/platter depicts a lamp post flanked by a sailor with his cap and bandanna, and a blonde woman in a tight sweater and pair of fashionable Capri pants. The setting is a rundown section of the city, probably near the docks, and the ragtag background of houses and the striped alley cat complete the picture. This piece was made by the famed Ruscha ceramic...

Set of Four De Bry Botanical Engravings of Exotic Spices and Plants, c.1598 – Cinnamon, Aloe, and Aromatics of the Indies A fine and complete set of four original copper engravings ...

Impressionistic Still Live Oil Painting with Kitchen View This fascinating oil painting is a beautifully composed still life that tells a quiet story. The painting depicts a kitchen...

A rectangular, antique pair of similar German Baroque wall reliefs with centered cartouche, made of hand carved sandstone in good condition. The large detailed panels are particulari...

Birds of Prey Print: Eagles, Falcons, Owls & Vultures – Antique 1867 This striking antique print depicts a variety of birds of prey including eagles, falcons, owls, and vultures, pr...