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Period: 1840s
Elegant Tartar Woman from Tomek: 19th-Century Hand-Colored Portrait
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Elegant Tartar Woman from Tomek: 19th-Century Hand-Colored Portrait" This captivating print, entitled "Femme Tartare de Tomek," illustrates a Tartar woman from Tomek, Asia, dressed in traditional attire that highlights her cultural heritage. The Tatars are a Turkic ethnic group native to Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Historically, they have been associated with the Tartar regions within the Russian Empire, particularly in areas like Crimea (Crimean Tatars...
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Tartar Family in Traditional Dress: 19th Century Ethnographic Illustration
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Tartar Family in Traditional Dress: 19th Century Ethnographic Illustration" Description: This captivating print depicts a Tartar family enga...
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Chinese Laborers Gambling in Traditional Attire from Wahlen's 1844 Lithographs
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Chinese Laborers Gambling in Traditional Attire from Wahlen's 1844 Lithographs" Description: This hand-colored lithograph titled *Types chinois* (Chinese Types) showcases a ...
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Japanese Cavalryman and General from 1844 in Wahlen's Historical Lithograph
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Japanese Cavalryman and General from 1844 in Wahlen's Historical Lithographs" Description: These hand-colored lithographs feature a *Cavalier Japonais* (Japanese Cavalryman)...
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Exquisite 1844 Lithograph of Traditional Georgian Woman in Full Attire
Located in Langweer, NL
The lithograph of the Georgian woman, titled "Georgienne," is a beautifully rendered depiction of traditional Georgian attire, illustrating not only the cultural fashion but also the detailed craftsmanship typical of the region. Here are some fascinating aspects of the print and its broader cultural context: 1. Traditional Georgian Dress: The woman is depicted wearing a traditional Georgian dress, which is both colorful and ornately decorated. Such dresses typically feature intricate embroidery and vibrant patterns, reflective of the rich textile traditions in Georgia. 2. Headpiece and Veil: The headpiece, adorned with an initial 'A', possibly a personal or family symbol, is characteristic of the regional headdresses worn by women in Georgia, which often signify marital status and regional identity. The veil adds an element of modesty and grace, common in many traditional Georgian women's outfits. 3. Jewelry and Accessories: The use of necklaces and other jewelry in the print highlights the importance of metalwork and jewelry in Georgian culture, often used to signify status and personal wealth. 4. Cultural Representation: Georgian traditional costumes are known for their diversity, influenced by the various historical periods under different empires. Each region in Georgia has its distinct style of dress, which tells a lot about the local customs and the historical influences that shaped them. 5. Artistic Technique: The print is a handcoloured lithograph, a popular method in the 19th century that allowed for detailed and vivid coloration in printed materials. This technique involves drawing onto a stone or metal plate with a greasy substance; the image is then inked and pressed onto paper, after which it is often colored by hand. This particular print not only serves as a visual delight but also as a cultural document, preserving the traditional attire and aesthetic sensibilities of Georgian women in the 19th century. It provides valuable insights into the historical and cultural identity of Georgia during this period. When searching for prints like the Georgian woman lithograph, people typically use keywords that reflect the cultural, historical, and artistic aspects of the piece, like the following: 1. **Antique Georgian prints...
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Stunning Decorative Old Hand-Colored Bird Print of a Pheasant
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Print-ARGUS-PHEASANT-Buffon-1839 Engraving with original hand colouring, heightened with arabic gum on wove (vellin) paper. More info on the book in which it was published:...
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Noble Damsel of the Middle Ages in Traditional Blue Gown and Headdress, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
The print, titled "Demoiselle," which translates to "Young Lady" or "Damsel," depicts a young noblewoman from the Middle Ages. It is another hand-colored engraving from the 1847 seri...
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Underwater Elegance: Razorfish and Shrimpfish - A Marine Engraving Study, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
The image is an antique engraving featuring two species of marine fish: Centriscus scolopax and Centriscus scutatus, also known as the Razorfish and Shrimpfish, respectively. On the...
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Old Lithograph of an Ewe and Lamb of the Old Norfolk Breed - 1841
Located in Langweer, NL
Old colored lithograph by Fairland after W. Nicholson, from "The Breeds of the Domestic Animals of the British Isles" by David Low, published in London, 1842. The lithograph depict...
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Old Lithograph of Ewe, Ram and Lamb of the Zetland and Orkney Islands - 1842
Located in Langweer, NL
Old colored lithograph by Fairland after W. Nicholson, from "The Breeds of the Domestic Animals of the British Isles" by David Low, published in London, 1842. The lithograph depict...
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Original Hand-Colored Engraving of a Cardinal of the Middle Ages, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Cardinal of the Middle Ages" Description: This print depicts a cardinal from the Middle Ages, as part of the work "Costume du Moyen Age" from 1847. The cardinal is shown in ...
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Elegance of the Past: Margaret of York in 'Costume du Moyen Âge', 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Elegance of the Past: Margaret of York in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This lithograph from the "Costume du Moyen Âge" series, published in 1847, portrays Margaret o...
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Large Original Antique Flower Lithograph of the Rhododendron Barbatum, 1849
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique botany print titled 'Rhododendrum Barbatum'. Large lithograph of the rhododendron barbatum. This print originates from volume 5 of 'Flore des serres et des jardins...
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The Melancholic Minstrel: A Musical Performer's Attire, Published in 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "The Melancholic Minstrel: A Musical Performer's Attire in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This expressive lithograph from the 1847 collection "Costume du Moyen Âge" por...
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Imperial Majesty: Emperor Frederick III in 'Costume du Moyen Âge, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Imperial Majesty: Emperor Frederick III in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This lithograph from the "Costume du Moyen Âge" collection, printed in 1847, depicts Emperor ...
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15th Century Elegance: Lady of the Court, Engraved and Published in 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "15th Century Elegance: Lady of the Court" Description: This print presents a lady of the 15th century, elegantly attired in the fashion of the European high nobility. Her dr...
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Youthful Elegance: A Young Gentleman's Attire in 'Costume du Moyen Âge', 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Youthful Elegance: A Young Gentleman's Attire in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This lithograph, part of the 1847 "Costume du Moyen Âge" series, depicts a young gentle...
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Engraving of Medieval Bourgeois: A Portrait of Urban Sophistication, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Medieval Bourgeois: A Portrait of Urban Sophistication" Description: This print appears to depict a man of the bourgeoisie, the urban middle class, during the medieval perio...
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Original Antique Map of Ireland- Tipperary and Waterford. C.1840
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of Tipperary and Waterford Steel engraving Drawn under the direction of A.Adlard Published by How and Parsons, C.1840 Unframed.
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The Gallant Courtier: A Nobleman's Fashion in 'Costume du Moyen Âge, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "The Gallant Courtier: A Nobleman's Fashion in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This 1847 lithograph from the "Costume du Moyen Âge" collection depicts a nobleman dressed...
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Noble Bearing: Gaston de Foix as Illustrated in 'Costume du Moyen Âge', 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Noble Bearing: Gaston de Foix as Illustrated in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: The lithograph from "Costume du Moyen Âge," created in 1847, features a depiction of Gas...
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Anne of Brittany: Elegance of a Duchess, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This antique print represents Anne of Brittany, a significant historical figure who was Duchess of Brittany and twice Queen of France. She stands poised, exuding an air of quiet dig...
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Confidants of the Court: The Royal Pages, Handcolored and Published in 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Confidants of the Court: The Royal Pages" Description: This artful print portrays two young royal pages in a moment of quiet conversation. The intimate stance and direct eye...
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Original Antique Map of Ireland- Kerry. C.1840
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of Kerry Steel engraving Drawn under the direction of A.Adlard Published by How and Parsons, C.1840 Unframed.
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Standard-Bearer of Venice: Military Splendor of the Renaissance, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This is an illustration of a soldier from Venice, known as a "Soldat Vénitien." The image is likely from a historical or military costume book, detailing the dress and equipment of v...
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The English Squire: A Portrait of Service and Style, Original Engraving of 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This antique hand-colored print originates from the same "Costume du Moyen Age" series from 1847 and depicts a young English squire, an attendant to a knight during the medieval peri...
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The Crusader's Rest: Sir Roger de Trumpington in Armored Repose, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This old handcolored print depicts a figure named "Roger de Trumpington," historically associated with the Trumpington family, an English family w...
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Courtly Refinement: A Lady-in-Waiting to the Dauphine of Auvergne, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Courtly Refinement: A Lady-in-Waiting to the Dauphine of Auvergne in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This delicate lithograph from the "Costume du Moyen Âge" series, pu...
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Albrecht Achilles: The Warrior Prince of Brandenburg in Prayer, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
The image depicts Albrecht III Achilles, Elector of Brandenburg, known for being a significant figure in the early history of Brandenburg-Prussia. Albrecht is shown in a kneeling po...
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Clerical Dignity: An English Priest in 'Costume du Moyen Âge', 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Clerical Dignity: An English Priest in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This lithograph, part of the "Costume du Moyen Âge" series from 1847, depicts an English priest a...
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Eleanor of Portugal: Regal and Resplendent, Original Old Print Published in 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Eleanor of Portugal: Regal and Resplendent" Description: This print depicts Eleanor of Portugal, a figure of royalty and grace. Her attire is sumptuous and befitting her sta...
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Engraving of a Guardian of the Fort: The Medieval Arbaletrier, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
The image is labeled "Arbaletrier," which is French for crossbowman. It depicts a medieval soldier equipped for battle. The crossbowman is dressed in a pink tunic with a blue collar...
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Lord of the Court of Philip the Good, Engraved and Published in 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
The image presents a nobleman of the court of Philippe le Bon (Philip the Good), Duke of Burgundy. The nobleman stands in profile, gazing into the distance, with an air of contemplat...
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Old Engraving of Philippe le Hardi: The Bold Duke of Burgundy in Council, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Philippe le Hardi: The Bold Duke in Council" Description: This print captures Philippe le Hardi, also known as Philip the Bold, Duke of Burgundy, seated in a posture of cons...
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Renaissance Grace: A Lady's Attire in 'Costume du Moyen Âge', 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Renaissance Grace: A Lady's Attire in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This lithograph from "Costume du Moyen Âge," dated 1847, captures the elegance and vibrancy of a l...
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Elegance at the Court of Louis XII: A French Noble's Poise, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Elegance at the Court of Louis XII: A French Noble's Poise" Description: This delicate historical illustration depicts a French nobleman from the court of King Louis XII, elegantly attired in the fashion of the early 16th century. He stands with a composed and dignified stance, a walking stick in one hand, exuding the grace and refinement expected of someone from his esteemed position. His attire is a rich blend of colors and textures, indicative of his status. The nobleman wears a soft pink tunic, a color that during the time was often associated with nobility due to the expense of the dye required to produce it. The tunic is complemented by a deep green overcoat...
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Queen Philippa of Hainaut in Ceremonial Attire, Costume Di Moyen Age, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This is an original antique illustration of Philippa of Hainaut, who was Queen of England as the wife of King Edward III. Philippa was renowned for her piety, maternal nature, and diplomatic wisdom. Her depicted attire is typical of the 14th-century fashion, with a fitted gown, a long flowing mantle, and a regal crown, reflecting her status. The illustration includes heraldic shields, indicating her noble lineage. This style of illustration is reminiscent of historical manuscripts, which often included detailed portraits of royalty...
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English Archer in Mid-Draw, Costume Di Moyen Age, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This original antique print depicts an English archer in the act of drawing his longbow, a weapon for which English soldiers were famous during the medieval period. He's dressed in a red garment with a detailed breastplate, and a sword at his side. The longbow was a key English military advantage during conflicts such as the Hundred Years' War. The archer's pose captures the tension and focus required to use the longbow effectively. The source for this print is Costume Di Moyen Age, published 1847. More about the vivid colors of this original hand-colored antique print: The colors have a nice glow over them. Historically, egg whites, known as glair, and sometimes egg yolk were indeed used in illumination and painting, particularly in manuscripts, to give colors a brighter appearance and to add a sheen or gloss to the work. This technique was quite common during the Middle Ages and into the Renaissance. Egg whites can be applied as a varnish over pigments to enhance their brightness and to protect the colors. This application could make the colors appear more vivid and also add a slight glossy sheen to the surface of the image. Egg yolk, on the other hand, was commonly used as a binding agent in paint. It forms the basis of tempera paint, a medium that was widely used before the advent of oil painting...
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Original Antique Print of A Bat, 1847 'Unframed'
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of a bat. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. brown with original hand color. Published...
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The Noble Sport: A German Falconer in 'Costume du Moyen Âge, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "The Noble Sport: A German Falconer in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This lithograph from "Costume du Moyen Âge," produced in 1847, showcases a German falconer in the ...
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Noble Roman Lady of the Middle Ages, Handcolored and Published in 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Noble Roman Lady of the Middle Ages" Description: The print shows a portrayal of a "Dame Noble Romaine," which translates to "Noble Roman Lady," from the Middle Ages. It is ...
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Renaissance Refinement: An English Lady in 'Costume du Moyen Âge, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Renaissance Refinement: An English Lady in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This lithograph, part of the "Costume du Moyen Âge" series from 1847, depicts an English nobl...
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The Mercenary's Garb: Armor and Attire in 'Costume du Moyen Âge, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "The Mercenary's Garb: Armor and Attire in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This lithograph from the "Costume du Moyen Âge" series, dated 1847, showcases the practical an...
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Venetian Dignity: The Doge in Contemplation, Engraving of 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Venetian Dignity: The Doge in Contemplation" Description: This handcolored historical print captures a Doge of Venice in a moment of solemn reflection. The Doge, as the chie...
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French Nun of the Order of Feuillantines, a Catholic Congregation, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Religieuse Feuillantine'. Print of a Nun of the order of Feuillantines, Congregation of Our Lady of the Feuillants, Cistercian. This print originates from 'Histoire et Costumes des Ordres Religieux'. The Feuillants were a Catholic congregation originating in the 1570s as a reform group within the Cistercians in its namesake Les Feuillants Abbey in France, which declared itself an independent order. In 1630 it separated into a French branch (the Congregation of Our Lady of the Feuillants) and an Italian branch...
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An Original Lithograph Showing the Regal Elegance of Marie de Hainaut, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Regal Elegance of Marie de Hainaut: An Illustrative Plate from 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This captivating lithograph is a distinguished illustration from the 1847...
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Antique Print of Italian Maidens in Traditional Attire, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Italian Maidens in Traditional Attire" Description: This print is titled "Jeunes Italiennes," which translates to "Young Italian Women." It is likely a part of the 19th-cent...
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Aquatic Ambush: Hand-Colored Engraving of The Tentacled Snake, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
The image depicts a snake, specifically labeled as "Erpeton tentaculatus," which is commonly known as the tentacled snake. It is a species found in Southeast Asia and is remarkable f...
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Large Original Antique Map of South Italy and Malta by Sidney Hall, 1847
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of South Italy and Malta Drawn by Sidney Hall Steel engraving by G.Aikman Original color outline Published by A & C Black. 1847 Un...
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Evolution of Medieval Helmets: Armet, Sallet, and Burgonet, Lithograph of 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This original antique print for sale depicts a series of medieval armor pieces, specifically designed for head protection, known as helmets. These helmets exhibit a variety of styles...
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Medieval Knight: Heraldry and Valor in 15th Century Garb, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Chevalier" (Knight) Description: This 1847 hand-colored engraving from the "Costume du Moyen Age" series depicts a "Chevalier," the French term for a knight. The image illus...
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Original Antique Print of Dolphins, 1847 'Unframed'
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of dolphins. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. brown with original hand color. ...
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Civilian Costume at the End of the 15th Century, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Civilian Costume at the End of the 15th Century" Description: The image is a print from a series the "Costume du Moyen Age" dated 1847, and titled "Costume Civil de la Fin d...
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Chivalry to Fantasy: Helmets Across Ages, Lithographs Published in 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This print presents a fascinating collection of historical helmets and headpieces, each representing a unique style and period. At the top left, there is a helmet with a visor and ne...
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Original Hand-Colored Bird Print of the Superb Lyrebird of Australia (male)
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: ‘"Maenura lyre" or "Menure Lyre" refers to the Superb Lyrebird, a fascinating bird species native to Australia, particularly found in the forests of southeastern Australia, in...
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Heraldic Harmony: Shields and Effigies of Medieval Nobility, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Heraldic Harmony: Shields and Effigies of Medieval Nobility" Description: This print is a compelling illustration of medieval heraldry and armament. It features three distin...
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King Henry VI in Prayer, Original Hand-Colored Lithograph, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This print represents King Henry VI of England, depicted in a regal and contemplative pose with hands clasped in prayer. He is dressed in a blue robe with a pattern that suggests opu...
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Renaissance Youth: The Italian Page in a Hand-Colored Engraving, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Renaissance Youth: The Italian Page" Description: This print depicts a young Italian page, a common figure in Renaissance courts, whose duties often included serving nobilit...
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Chivalric Poise: Aubrey de Vere, Earl of Oxford in an Antique Print of 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Chivalric Poise: Aubrey de Vere, Earl of Oxford, as Depicted in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This lithograph from the 1847 volume "Costume du ...
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Martial Valour of an English Soldier in the Reign of Henry VI, Published in 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Martial Valour of an English Soldier in the Reign of Henry VI: An Illustration from 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This 1847 lithograph from "Costume du Moyen Âge" por...
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