Swiss Wall Decorations

This lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann depicts two important leaders from the Pacific and Southeast Asia regions: Tammeamea I, King of the Sandwich Islands (now known as Hawaii), a...

This gorgeous and large format was designed by artist Dan Buzzi to promote the city of Lugano. Created in 1943, it acts as refined piece of wartime-era Swiss travel advertising, pres...

Stunning 1960's Brutalist copper wall art. Highly stylized depiction of a sail boat at sunset. Beautiful copper tones with black and orange. ...

Signed Wilhelm Balmer (1865–1922) A charming oil on canvas by the Swiss painter Wilhelm Balmer, depicting a tranquil lakeside scene with children gathered in a small boat along the ...

Original vintage travel poster published by the Swiss National Tourist Office SNTO - All Roads Lead to Switzerland Reduction on the Petrol Price - featuring a colourful design by the...

A stunning and exceptionally well executed pair of Swiss 18th century Baroque st. oil on oak paintings by Christian Stocklin. Each Architectural Capriccios ...

Original vintage travel advertising poster for Brienzer Rothorn Berner Oberland Schweiz Suisse Switzerland featuring a great design by the Swiss painter and poster artist Adolf Gande...

Original antique advertising poster for Schoenenberger & Co. Zurich China 王冠 Crown branded paint brushes featuring a scenic Chinese landscape view showing a lady in traditional decor...

Screen print series "Vega" by Victor Vasarely of kinetic and abstract geometric art that uses optical illusions to give the impression of depth and movement. The composition feature...

Antique Squirrel & Flying Squirrel Lithographs – Brodtmann after Schinz c.1830 Description This finely detailed set of two zoological lithographs was produced around 1830 by the Swiss artist and lithographer Karl Joseph Brodtmann, after the work of the naturalist Heinrich Rudolf Schinz. The plates originate from Geïllustreerde Natuurlijke Geschiedenis van Menschen en Dieren (also issued under related natural history titles) and represent an important moment in early 19th-century scientific illustration, when accuracy, taxonomy, and visual elegance were closely aligned. The first plate is devoted to squirrels (family Sciuridae) and presents several species interacting on a branching tree. Shown are the grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis), often known simply as the American grey squirrel; the Eurasian red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris), historically referred to in Dutch as the “gemeene eekhoorn”; and other regional squirrel varieties depicted feeding on nuts or moving dynamically through the branches. The lively composition highlights characteristic bushy tails, alert expressions, and agile postures, making this plate particularly decorative as well as scientifically informative. The second plate focuses on gliding and climbing mammals. It includes flying squirrels, recognisable by their extended patagium (gliding membrane), such as the European flying squirrel (Pteromys volans) and the Virginian flying squirrel (Glaucomys volans), also known as the northern flying squirrel. These are shown mid-glide and at rest, clearly illustrating their unique anatomy. Also depicted are the marmot (Marmota marmota), a robust alpine rodent, and the Madagascan aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis), a rare and striking primate often nicknamed the “finger animal” because of its elongated middle finger. The inclusion of the aye-aye reflects early European fascination with exotic fauna from Madagascar. Together, these plates form a coherent and visually engaging set that appeals to collectors of natural history prints, zoological illustration, and early lithography. They also work exceptionally well in interiors, particularly in libraries, studies, children’s rooms, or nature-inspired spaces, where their combination of charm and scientific heritage adds depth and character. Condition report: Overall good antique condition. Light foxing and mild age-related spotting visible, consistent with lithographs from circa 1830. No major tears or losses observed. Framing tips: Frame as a matching pair using off-white or soft grey mats and simple black or dark walnut frames. Hanging them side by side enhances their taxonomic and visual relationship. Keywords: antique zoological print, squirrel lithograph, flying squirrel print, grey squirrel, red squirrel, flying squirrel, aye-aye, finger animal, marmot, 19th century natural history, Brodtmann lithography, Schinz zoology, scientific illustration, animal prints for interior, antique animal art...

19th-century watercolor depicting Geneva and the Alps, including Mont Blanc

Antique Porcupine, Agouti & Tapir Lithographs – Brodtmann after Schinz c.1830 This finely executed pair of early 19th-century zoological lithographs was produced circa 1830 by the S...

A fun Rolex pocket watch scarf, 100 % silk made in Switzerland.

Title: Village Scene at Astrolabe Bay, New Zealand Description: This finely detailed engraving captures a serene scene of a Maori village located along the shores of Astrolabe Bay...

Original vintage skiing travel poster - Switzerland Invites You For Winter Sports - featuring a colourful illustration by the notable Swiss artist Alois Carigiet (1902-1985) depictin...

Megatherium Skeleton Lithograph – Giant Ground Sloth, Brodtmann c.1830 Description This rare and striking anatomical lithograph depicts the complete skeleton of the Megatherium, the...

Antique Rodents & Hares Lithographs – Rabbits, Guinea Pig & Jerboa c.1830 This finely engraved pair of early 19th-century zoological lithographs was created around 1830 by the Swiss...

Serval and Eurasian Lynx Natural History Lithograph, Brodtmann, 1816 This original hand-colored lithograph depicts two of the most elegant wild cats of the Old World: the Serval (Fe...

Oil on panel in very large format by the Swiss painter Guy Dessauges. Made in 1982 according to his technique of superimposing "glazes" in a shade of grey...

Vintage Georges Braque graphic art, exhibition lithograph poster, entitled "Les Trois Oiseaux en Vol" ("The Three Birds in Flight"), a lithograph, created by the artist in 1961. Th...

Spanish Sheep, Ewe, Lamb & Ram, Brodtmann Lithograph, 1816 This original hand-colored lithograph depicts the Spanish Sheep, one of the most historically important breeds in Euro...

Egyptian Mongoose, Genet & Civet, Brodtmann Natural History Lithograph, 1816 This original hand-colored lithograph presents three fascinating members of the civet and mongoose f...

Swiss painting from the early 20th century. Oil on canvas (glued to masonite) artwork depicting a bucolic landscape with cows and a shepherdess, of good pictorial quality. This horiz...

Title: Maori Artifacts: Carvings, Flutes, and Adornments from New Zealand Description: This detailed lithograph, circa 1836, showcases a remarkable collection of Maori artifacts, ...

Original vintage winter travel poster for the alpine resort of Wengen Switzerland Suisse Schweiz featuring a great design by the Swiss artist and entomologist Walter Linsenmaier (191...

Beautiful 1960's Wall Tapestry with rural landscape design. Nice example of a Mid Century wall decoration / rug. Yellow, ochre, rust, brown & green colourways. Measurements: Heig...

Set of three, fire, wind, earth, original post modern ceramic tiles by Celestino Piatti. Celestino Piatti (1922-2007) was a Swiss graphic artist designer, painter and book illustrato...

Antique lithographs of Japanese, Chinese, and Kamchatkan peoples, Brodtmann 1827 Description: These original lithographs, published in 1827 by the Swiss natural history artist Karl ...

Antique lithographs of Maxuruna and Botocudo tribes, Brodtmann 1827 These original lithographs, produced in 1827 by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, present rare and historically significant ...

Antique lithographs of African peoples by Brodtmann, 1827 These original antique lithographs were created in 1827 by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, one of the most influential Swiss natural...

Antique lithograph of Northwest American inhabitants, Brodtmann 1827 This original 1827 lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann depicts inhabitants of the Northwest Coast of America, re...

Set of three, fire, wind, earth, original post modern ceramic tiles by Celestino Piatti. Celestino Piatti (1922 – 2007) – A set of Three 1980s ceramic tiles from the series Earth,...

Original vintage watch advertising poster for Rolex Watchword of the World featuring a colourful and fun image by the notable Swiss poster designer Herbert Leupin (1916-1999), depict...

Mid Century solid brass Pair of Owls Wall Decoration. Appears to be either brass or bronze. Believed to be of Swiss or German origin. Hook to rear for wall hanging. Measurements: 11....

painting of a Swiss peasant woman

Original vintage travel advertising poster - On the Road to Switzerland / En Route Pour La Suisse - issued by the Swiss National Tourist Office ONST featuring a great design by the n...

Set of two views of Geneva, Switzerland. These prints originate from 'Souvenirs de la Suisse'. Published by S. Morel, circa 1850.

Original vintage travel poster - Suisse Chemin de Fer de la Wengernalp Petite Scheidegg 2061m Oberland Bernois / Switzerland Wengernalp Railway Kleine Scheidegg 2061m Bernese Oberlan...

So typical 1960s this tile panel Abstract vase with flowers. Hand painted by Julia Brändle or Julia Francisca Maria Tosco Brändle (born 1928/died 1982) was a Dutch sculptress. Background information. Juliana Francisca Maria Tosco Braendle (Brändle) was born on 28 August 1929 in Rotterdam, with Swiss nationality. Julia was a student of the arts and crafts school (Kunstgewerbeschule) in Zurich and of the Academy for Visual Arts in Rotterdam. She lived in Bingelrade (South Limburg) since 1969 where she died on 30 September 1982. She was a watercolour painter...

Title: Antique Horse Stable Lithograph “The Young Master’s Favorites,” c.1827 Description: A charming and beautifully hand-colored antique lithograph titled The Young Master’s Favorites (German: Die Günstlinge des jungen Herrn), created by the celebrated Swiss artist and lithographer Karl Joseph Brodtmann around 1827. This delightful stable scene combines refined equestrian imagery with the warmth and sentimentality characteristic of early 19th-century Romantic animal art. The composition centers around a magnificent chestnut horse standing calmly within an elegant stable interior while a young boy affectionately feeds the animal by hand. Two attentive dogs complete the foreground scene, adding both narrative charm and domestic intimacy, while additional horses and stable figures appear in the softly rendered background. The image beautifully captures the close emotional relationship between humans and animals, a theme highly appreciated during the Romantic period. Karl Joseph Brodtmann (1787–1862) was among the most respected Swiss lithographers and illustrators of the 19th century. He became internationally known for his refined natural history and animal illustrations, many of which appeared in important zoological and educational publications. Brodtmann’s works are admired for their precise draftsmanship, elegant compositions, and exceptionally subtle hand coloring. This print likely originates from one of Brodtmann’s major natural history or animal-themed publications issued in Frankfurt during the 1820s. The multilingual title beneath the image reflects the international market for finely printed lithographs during the period, with captions presented in English, German, French, and Dutch. The soft hand coloring and refined lithographic shading create a highly decorative composition with a warm and timeless atmosphere. The elegant stable architecture, rich chestnut horse, and delicate figures make this work particularly appealing for equestrian collectors, country house interiors, libraries, children’s rooms, or sophisticated sporting collections. Today, original Brodtmann lithographs are highly sought after by collectors of equestrian art, natural history prints, Romantic animal imagery, and early European lithography. This example combines decorative beauty with historical charm and remains highly suitable for both traditional and contemporary interiors. This is an original antique print, not a reproduction. All items we offer are authentic period works of art over 100 years old. The piece is sold unframed; any framed images are shown for presentation and interior inspiration only and may not always be to scale. Keywords: Karl Joseph Brodtmann, antique horse print, stable scene, equestrian lithograph, hand-colored lithograph, horse stable, chestnut horse, antique animal print, Romantic animal art, Swiss lithography, natural history print, sporting art, horse and dogs, 19th century lithograph, Brodtmann horse print, antique stable...

This silkscreen print by Victor Vasarely (1906-1997), titled Hold-KK, is from the 1972 Progressions II folio, published and printed by Editions du Griffon, Neuchâtel, Switzerland. P...

Unique wall tapestry by Jean Leuenberger

Antique Game Birds & Bustard Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, 1816 This elegant early 19th-century hand-colored lithograph by the celebrated Sw...

Antique Vultures & Birds of Prey Lithograph by Brodtmann, 1816 This striking early 19th-century hand-colored lithograph by the celebrated Swiss natural history artist Karl Joseph Br...

Title: Maori Chiefs and Families from Hiva Oa and Tewaaiti Description: This lithograph, part of the early 19th-century collection documenting indigenous peoples of the Pacific, f...

Bird’s-Eye View of Genoa – Engraving by Matthäus Merian the Elder c.1650 This finely detailed antique print titled Genua presents a sweeping bird’s-eye view of the historic Italian ...

Title: Maori Dwellings from Tolaga Bay and the Inseln-Bay Description: This engraving presents three traditional Maori dwellings, each showcasing distinctive architectural element...

Traditional Costumes of the Indigenous People, Cape Palliser and Cook Strait, New Zealand This detailed engraving depicts two groups of indigenous Māori from New Zealand in the ea...

Treasures of the Vatican: St. Peter's Basilica, The Vatican Museums and Galleries, The Treasure of St. Peter's, The Vatican Grottos and Necropolis, and The Vatican Palaces by Maurizi...

Title: Artifacts of New Holland and New Zealand: Tools, Ornaments, and Cultural Items Description: This lithograph, circa 1836, presents a detailed array of cultural artifacts fro...

Title: Astrolabe Navigates the French Pass and Bay in New Zealand Description: This dual-panel lithograph, circa 1836, highlights dramatic maritime and coastal scenes from Dumont ...

This poster is a French version of the film You Only Live Twice, the fifth official installment in the James Bond series, released in 1967. It's a re-release from the 1980s. Artist:...

Original vintage travel poster for Monte Generoso featuring a stunning view of the Alps by Louis Koller (1904-1978), depicting the old Hotel Kulm and Ristorante Vetta restaurant buil...

This lithograph, created by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, depicts an individual named Maxuruna, who appears to belong to an indigenous group, from South America, based on the adornments and...

This lithograph, by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, is labeled "Bewoners van Noordwest-Amerika" (Inhabitants of Northwest America). It depicts two individuals from indigenous groups likely li...

19th century Folk Art Mechanical Clock Painting with a view of a square in a little town. Painted on wood panel in a gilded frame. Clock maker and artist unknown. Ca 1830 - 50, proba...

Antique print titled 'Barbarisches Pferd. Cheval Barbe'. Old horse print of a Barbary horse or Barb or Berber horse. This print originates from 'Naturgeschi...

Swiss alp watercolor " Bern "

Swiss alp watercolor " Appenzel "

Original vintage travel poster - Furka-Oberalp Brig Gletsch Andermatt Disentis Switzerland - featuring a scenic alpine view by the Swiss graphic artist Herbert Leupin (1916-1999) dep...