16th Century Wall Decorations

Antique print titled 'Lympurch - Limburgum Oppidum (..)'. Attractive bird’s eye view of Limbourg in present day Belgium. Limbourg (or Limburg) is a city and municipality of Wallonia ...

Antique map titled 'Embdena (..)'. Old, antique bird's-eye view plan of Emden, Germany. This bird's-eye view from the southwest over the Dollart shows Emden, which developed from a trading settlement in the 7th/8th centuries into a city as late as late 14th century. In 1494 it was granted staple rights, and in 1536 the harbour was extended. In the mid-16th century Emden's port was thought to have the most ships in Europe. Its population then was about 5,000, rising to 15,000 by the end of the 16th century. The Ems flowed directly under the city walls, but its course was changed in the 17th century by the construction of a canal. Emden has canals within its city limits, a typical feature of Dutch towns, which also enabled the extension of the harbour. Emden's first herring company was founded in 1553, and in 1595 Emden was created a Free Imperial City under the protection of Holland. Published by Braun...

Early 16th Century Spanish carved-wood and polychromed panel of The Betrothal and Love of Joseph and Mary mounted on a Lucite panel and framed with a walnut wood hand-finished frame.

Title: Rare 1592 Woodcut of Exotic Animal from Sebastian Münster's "Cosmographia" Description: This intriguing woodcut, published in Basel in 1592, is from Sebastian Münster's gr...

Antique map titled 'Liberae et Hanseaticae urbis Daventriensis delineatio'. Original bird's eye plan of the Dutch hanseatic city Deventer, on the situated IJssel river. This map ...

Title: Portrait of Abraham Ortelius Engraved by Philippe Galle, first published in 1579, featured in the *Theatrum Orbis Terrarum*. Description: This is a meticulously detailed portrait of Abraham Ortelius (1527–1598), the renowned Flemish cartographer, geographer, and creator of the first modern atlas, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum. This copperplate engraving, crafted by the master engraver Philippe Galle (1537–1612), was first published in the 1579 edition of Ortelius’s groundbreaking work. The image presents a bust-length profile of Ortelius facing to the left, emphasizing his austere yet intellectual presence. He is depicted wearing formal attire typical of the late Renaissance period, including a richly textured doublet with a fur-lined collar and a finely detailed ruff around his neck. His aged, yet determined face, with a pointed beard and furrowed brow, symbolizes his deep dedication to the study of geography and cartography. Surrounding the portrait is an elaborate architectural and floral frame, characteristic of late 16th-century Mannerist designs, which conveys a sense of both intellectual grandeur and artistic sophistication. At the top of the frame is a "Chi Rho" symbol, representing Christ, and emphasizing the religious underpinnings of Ortelius's worldview. The Latin inscription below the portrait reads: "Spectandum dedit Ortelius mortalib. orbem, Orbi spectandum Galleus Ortelium" ("Ortelius gave the world to be seen by mortals, Galleus gave Ortelius to be seen by the world.") This suggests the lasting legacy of Ortelius’s work in mapping the known world and how Galle, through his engraving, immortalized Ortelius himself. About the Engraver: Philippe Galle (1537–1612) was a prominent Flemish engraver and publisher, known for his precision and technical skill in copperplate engraving. Galle often worked with leading figures of his time, producing prints that highlighted important cultural, intellectual, and political figures. His engraving technique involved etching intricate lines and textures onto a copperplate, which would then be inked and pressed onto paper to produce highly detailed prints. His collaboration with Ortelius on this project further solidified his reputation as a master engraver. Why Ortelius was Important: Abraham Ortelius is celebrated as one of the founders of modern cartography. His atlas, *Theatrum Orbis Terrarum* (Theatre of the World), published in 1570, was the first to gather a comprehensive collection of maps into a single, standardized volume. This work marked a turning point in the history of geography by establishing a modern understanding of world mapping. Ortelius also significantly contributed to geographic knowledge by incorporating information from various cartographers, which helped to unify mapmaking practices across Europe. Ortelius's work not only aided navigators and explorers but also influenced scholars and rulers in their understanding of the world. His reputation extended well beyond his home in Antwerp, making him one of the most respected intellectuals of his time. Keywords: Abraham Ortelius portrait, Philippe Galle engraving, 1579 Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Renaissance cartography, Ortelius atlas, historical cartographer portrait, copperplate engraving, Mannerist engravings...

Ecce Homo by Frans Franken the Younger (Antwerp, 1581-1642) Flemish, late 16th-early 17th century oil on copper Measures: H 7 in; W 8 in Ecce Homo, "behold the man," are the Latin words used by Pontius Pilate...

Original Antique map of Asia, India, Ceylon (Sri Lanka), Maldives by Rosaccio / Ruscelli in attractive coloring. Title: Calecut Nuova Tavola Year: 1599 Relief shown pictorially. ...

Amazing and Rare 16th Century Panel Moorish composition 28cm x 28cm good condition

Exceptionally rare antique Cope Large and impressive Beautiful Silk Lampas skillfully hand woven in crimson / pink silk upon an opulent gold metallic gro...

A late 16th Century Flemish Historical Tapestry panel. This vertically oriented decorative tapestry panel depicts a female figure at bottom, sitting within an elaborate floral reserv...

Antique print titled 'Groeninga'. View of the city of Groningen, the Netherlands. This map originates from 'Cosmographia' published by Münster. Artists and Engravers: Sebastian Münster...

A very rare - finest quality - mid 16th century Italian Renaissance engraving (after Raphael) by an anonymous pupil of MARCANTONIO RAIMONDI (1480-...

Antique map titled 'Artesia'. Original antique map of the Artois region, France. Published by A. Ortelius, circa 1590.

Antique map titled 'La Paincture de la cité de Colmar & du pais circonuoisin'. Original antique bird's-eye view of Colmar, Alsace, France. This map originates from 'La Cosmograph...

The 'Battle for the Kauwenstein Dijk', engraved and titled Pugna in Aggerere Covenstio Anno 1585, depicts a significant battle during the Siege of Antwerp on 26 May 1585. The engraving illustrates the fierce combat around the Kauwenstein embankment, where the Spanish forces under the Duke of Parma attempted to cut off supplies to the city of Antwerp, leading to intense fighting. The scene vividly portrays soldiers engaged in close combat, naval forces in the background, and smoke rising from the battlefield as cannon fire and musket shots fill the air. The embankment, partially breached, is a focal point, showing the chaotic nature of the battle as forces from both sides converge. At the top, the title is inscribed in Latin, and a detailed legend (A-O) at the bottom provides further explanations about various parts of the battle, referencing key locations, troops, and actions. The detailed precision of the engraving reflects the high level of craftsmanship typical of 16th-century military engravings...

A very fine impression of this map of the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Java, with Singapore denoted as 'Cinca Pula'. Highly distorted and inaccurate map by Girolamo Ruscelli after J...

Antique map titled 'Insularum Aliquot Maris Mediterranei Descriptio'. A very attractive example of Ortelius' map combining, on one page, maps of the islands of Sicily, Sardinia, Corfu, Elba, Malta and Zerbi (Jerba, off the coast of Tunisia.) The maps detail fortifications on the islands and other major features. (Jerba, for instance, is shown connected to the mainland by a causeway.) The waters are attractively engraved and are sailed by ships. A shipwreck, north of Malta, indicates the point at which St. Paul is thought to have shipwrecked. Volcanoes are indicated in the Sicily map...

Antique print titled 'Groeninga'. View of the city of Groningen, the Netherlands. This map originates from 'Cosmographia' published by Münster. Artists and Engravers: Sebastian Münster...

This engraving, titled *Pons Antverpianus Scaldi impositus*, represents the famous ship bridge constructed by the Duke of Parma over the Scheldt River during the Siege of Antwerp in ...

Antique print titled 'Huum Opp. Condrusorum Caput (..)'. Attractive bird’s eye view of Huy in present day Belgium. The view shows the city from the northeast. Huy, a municipality of ...

An extraordinary azure maiolica dish in the Farnese service, made by Castelli d'Abuzzo between 1580 and 1589. In the peak of the High Renaissance, Cardinal Alessandro Farnese commissioned a dinner service from the Castelli maiolica...

Daniae Regni & Oldenburg – Antique Maps of Denmark and Saxony by Ortelius, 1584 This elegant antique map sheet features two detailed regional maps side by side: Daniae Regni Typus (...

Very nice and old french tapestry fragment, from the middle of the 16th century, with nice design of its period design and beautiful natural colo...

16th Century Spanish carved-wood and polychromed sculpture and altar of Saint Isidore, Patron of Farming and Gardening. He is standing in a red velvet line niche. The altar is adorne...

Antique print titled ''Ernestus Ferreus Arch'. **Ernest the Iron (1377-1424)** Background: Ernest the Iron, also known as Ernst der Eiserne, was a member of the House of Habsburg....

A late 16th century Flemish Historical Tapestry panel. This vertically oriented decorative tapestry panel depicts a female figure at bottom, sitting within an elaborate floral reserv...

Three fine rare examples of “tent stitch” panels, made with colored silks and some metallic threads, from a group of thirteen panels and fragments of English or Scottish origin, most...

An antique Brussels biblical tapestry from the late 16th century, attributed to Jan (Ian) Raes, depicting Moses at right, with Joshua kneeling before ...

Important - 16th century - grand scale - museum quality - Renaissance period - antique Flemish finely woven grotesque tapestry panel in wool and silk - after designs by PERINO DEL VA...

Antique print titled 'Abbildung der Statt Rom/wie sie von Romulo anfänge - Von Italia'. Woodcut of ancient Rome. This print originates from Munster's Cosmographia, one of the most in...

Antique Map of Douai (France) titled 'Duacum, Catuacorum Urbs, tam situ, quam incolis, et litterarum studijs elegantissime ornata'. This map depicts the city of Douai (France) an...

Antique map titled 'Beschreibung des Königreichs Dennmarck (..)'. Early map of Denmark. This map originates from 'Cosmographey Oder beschreibung Aller Länder (..)' by Sebastian Münster.

Beautiful map in excellent condition. This map depicts the city of Douai (France) and originates from 'Civitates Orbis Terrarum'.

Original antique woodcut of a military scene. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Anonymous. Condition: Good, general age-rel...

A beautifully produced book by Franco Maria Ricci, one of a limited edition of 3,000 numbered copies, this being 388. 175 pages with tipped in color plates with additional drawings and sketches, the text is in English. Arcimboldo has become best known for his portraits of human heads made up from vegetables, plants, fruits, sea creatures and tree roots, which were greatly admired by his contemporaries and remain of great fascination to this day. each was carefully constructed and as can be seen with the main image, the Librarian...

Three antique maps on one sheet titled 'Natoliae quae olim Asia Minor [with] Aegypti recentior descriptio [with] Carthaginis Celeberrimisinus Typus'. The first map covers Asia Minor,...

Pair of 17th Century Gilt silver framed saints. Silver saints are draped in period clothing and holding a book, against a red fabric background with ...

Beautiful 16th century antique engraving with walnut briar frame. "The beheading of St. Paul" was engraved by Sadeler Johann I. Perfect conditions. The Sadelers were a family of Flem...

Beautiful and rare antique map of Greece with Albania, Mecedonia, Romania, Dalmatia and the peninsula of Salento to the Golf of Taranto. Also clearly shown the islands of the Aegaian...

Antique map titled 'Aegypti recentior descriptio - Carthaginis Celeberrimi sinus typus'. Two detailed regional maps by Ortelius. One map shows the region around the Nile, as far as A...

One sheet with two engraved maps, one on each site, and text in Italian. Late 16th century copper engravings in great condition, considering its age. "Tavola Decima Dell'Asia" - Tabula Asiae X" Plate X (10). Pakistan, Cashmir, Bangla Desh, North-India...

16th Century Italian Tuscan Old Chestnut 2 Door Stipo with Losanghe. Interesting architectural element composed of 2 framed and trimmed doors of single slabs of very old chestnut. ...

Title: Tabula Asiae XI - 1599 Very old and decorative map of India, Sri Lanka and the Maledives. Put this map in a frame on the wall and amaze your visitors. This original engravi...

Antique print titled 'Wie die Burger von Amstelredam der Staten volck Wider auß der Statt treiben'. Original antique print showing the troops of William of Orange battling with the c...

Antique map titled 'Caletensium et Bononiensium (..)'. Two detailed regional maps on one sheet. The first map shows Belgian and French Coastal region, from Estaples to Gruerlinge...

Antique map titled 'Frisia Occidentalis'. Old map of the province of Friesland, the Netherlands. This map is also known as the 'Pauwenkaart' ('peacock map'), referring to the peacock next to the inset map. Based on a manuscript map...

The medium he uses for the creation of his works is very particular, since it uses a technique composed of composite medium (plaster), acrylics, inks and various materials on canva...

Antique print, titled: 'CXXII. Veneta Mulier' This rare early plate shows a woman from Venice, Italy in 16th century costume. From: 'Habitus praecipuorum populorum tam virorum qu...

Antique map titled 'Dordrecht'. Map of the city of Dordrecht, the Netherlands. Bird's-eye plan view of the city, with many ships and two coats of arms in upper corners. This map ...

Antique map titled ‘Bolzvardia vetus in Frisia Foederis (..)’. Old map of the city of Bolsward, Friesland. Originally part of a sheet together with the cities of Stavoren, Harlingen ...

Antique map titled 'Lewardum Occidentlis Frisiae Opp: 1580, Franicher Nobiliu hominum, in Frisia Occidentali, ut plurimum saedes'. This sheet contains two very detailed bird?s-ey...

A wonderful example of Mary Stuart (Mary, Queen of Scots) hand wrought commemorative embroidery with a central foliate cartouche surrounded by four smaller ones, each with metallic t...

A fine antique set of two Italian Neoclassical engravings from Antonio Lafreri's edition in 1553, copied from the original engravings of Polidoro da Caravaggio (1499 – 1543). These f...

Antique map titled 'Frisia Orientalis'. Beautiful map of east Frisian islands and the northwestern tip of Germany, Ostfriesland. With people in local costumes. Ornamented inset of the Eems estuary. Based on a manuscript map...

Antique print, titled: 'Sigibertus I Metensis Rex (…)' Original and very rare antique print showing a full length portrait of Sigebert I (c. 535 – c. 575), the Germanic king of...

Antique map titled 'Oost end West Vrieslandts beschrijvinghe. Utriusque Frisiorum Regionis Noviss: Descriptio. 1568.' Detailed map of Friesland, the Netherlands. Includes a larger co...

Antique print Hungary titled 'Contrafehtung der Festung Tokay'. Birds eye view of the fortress Julaof Tokay, Hungary, surrounded with Turkish troops. Originates from a German edi...

Antique map titled 'Die Statt Rufach mit sampt dem Schloss Isenburg (..)'. Original antique bird's-eye view plan of Rouffach, France, with Chateau d'Isenbourg. This map originate...

Antique print titled 'Basiliensis territorii descriptio nova'. Old map of the Basel region, Switzerland. Originates from 'Theatrum Orbis Terrarum' by A. Ortelius. Artists and...