18th Century Wall Decorations

Still life of assorted birds. On canvas with chickens, pheasants and parrots.

Baron Eisenberg Arabian Horse — “L’Arabe” Equestrian Engraving, 1727 This elegant early-18th century equestrian engraving titled L’Arabe depicts a noble Arabian horse standing in an...

Portuguese Equestrian Training Engravings — Baroque Horsemanship, 1790 This striking set of three antique copperplate engravings originates from the celebrated Portuguese equestrian...

A fabulous oil on canvas portrait of a distinguished gentleman in period attire, circa 1790. The historic age of the work is expressed as dark coloration and craquelure texture in th...

The artistry and industry of Portuguese azulejos tiles is a tradition that dates back many centuries; as a practical, architectural surface to cover both interior and exterior walls ...

Commanding in scale and rich in narrative detail, this impressive antique tapestry is believed to depict an episode from the life of Alexander the Great. Crafted in France circa 1750...

Diana of Ephesus Antique Engraving, Montfaucon Antiquité Expliquée, 1721 This original eighteenth-century copper engraving titled “Diane d’Ephese” illustrates several sculptural representations of the celebrated cult statue of Artemis of Ephesus, one of antiquity’s most enigmatic and symbolically charged religious images. The plate originates from Bernard de Montfaucon’s landmark antiquarian publication L’antiquité expliquée et représentée en figures, published in Paris in 1721, a pioneering encyclopedic study that helped establish the scholarly foundations of archaeology and art history during the Enlightenment. Montfaucon’s ambitious project sought to systematically document the material culture of the ancient world through carefully researched engravings based on surviving sculptures, coins, reliefs, and historical sources. This plate presents multiple interpretations of the Ephesian goddess, comparing sculptural variants and medallion representations. The central figures stand rigidly frontal, crowned and richly adorned, their bodies covered with registers of animals, symbolic figures, and ritual ornamentation. Smaller circular images below further demonstrate how the goddess appeared on ancient coins and reliefs, reflecting Montfaucon’s analytical approach to classical imagery. Unlike the familiar Greek Artemis, goddess of the hunt, the Ephesian Diana represents an older Anatolian mother deity assimilated into Greco-Roman religion. Her distinctive iconography—tiered body coverings, animal motifs, and fertility symbolism—expresses abundance, cosmic order, and divine protection. During the eighteenth century, such images fascinated European scholars attempting to interpret ancient religions through comparative symbolism, making Montfaucon’s publication a cornerstone reference for collectors, antiquarians, and early museums. The engraving is executed with refined precision typical of Parisian copperplate work of the early 1700s, combining scientific clarity with strong decorative appeal. The balanced composition and graphic symmetry allow the print to function equally as a scholarly artifact and an elegant wall piece suited to both classical and contemporary interiors. This original antique engraving is offered unframed, providing flexibility to select a frame appropriate to the intended interior setting. Condition: Good antique condition with age-related toning and light paper discoloration consistent with early eighteenth-century prints...

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

We are pleased to present this 18th-century Italian oil on canvas painting. It is a charming still life with flowers and fruit. The painting depicts a rich composition: bunches of w...

Original Antique Print of Exotic Insects, Lanternfly and Mantis, c. 1790 Original antique hand-colored engraving depicting a spectacular collection of exotic insects, including a la...

This antique French Aubusson tapestry features a vivid biblical depiction of Isaac, set within lush landscapes and executed in wool and silk. Its elegant coloration, craftsmanship, a...

Title: "Kaart van 't Eyland Groot Java: Antique Map of Java, Indonesia" Description: This antique map, titled "Kaart van 't Eyland Groot Java," offers a rare and valuable depiction ...

Carved wood hand painted donation / offering ALM Box, Spain, 18th century. Polychromed carved wood church collection offering donation money box as wall decoration. This alms box is made of pine wood painted in shades of blue and gray with carved saint figures onamentations decorating the top. Wall hanging collection / donation money box. Originally used to collect donations at Christian churches/chapels. Interesting to be used as key box or key cabinet or as wall decoration Rare find. Provenance: Private collection. No key avaliable. Overall Measures: Saints Box: 33 cm H x 37 cm W x 14 cm D Poor...

An incredible group of three Antique French hand-painted oil on canvas panels likely dating to the late 18th Century. Reminiscent of the celebrated French artist Antoine Watteau, the...

Bending Male Nude Study after de Lairesse German Drawing Manual c1745 Description: This compelling academic study of the male nude originates from the German edition of Gérard de La...

Selection of Surrealist etchings by Francisco de Goya, Spanish, circa 1799. These are from the series Los Caprichos. They are priced at $750 each or $1,250 for the pair.

Antique map Middle East titled 'De Beschryving van de Reysen Pauli en van de Andere Apostelen'. Antique map of the Eastern Mediterranean with details of the travels by Apostle Paul...

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'...

Plate 24 from "A General System of Horsemanship in All Its Branches," (La Methode et Invention nouvelle de Dresser les Chevaux). William Cavendish Duke of Newcastle's work on equestr...

Antique 18th century French Louis XVI / Neoclassical painted boudoir hand fan. White sticks pierced with foliate / floral designs as well as trumpets and sheets of music; gilded acce...

A delightful pair of Dutch oil on panel framed paintings by Jan Evert Morel, (1777-1808), both signed lower left and dating from the late 18th Century. The paintings delightfully pr...

This is a Dutch Old Master oil on canvas, measuring 130 inches tall by 119 wide (~10.8 Feet x 10 Feet). Known as a behangsel or large-scale room decoration commissioned for Dutch or ...

Antique portrait titled 'Edward Montague Lord Kimbolton'. Edward Montagu, 2nd Earl of Manchester, KG, KB, FRS (1602 – 5 May 1671) was an important commander of Parliamentary forces in the First English Civil War, and for a time Oliver Cromwell's superior. This print originates from Thomas Birch...

This exquisite compilation showcases two engravings (not framed!) of various fish species from *Histoire Naturelle*, a significant 18th-century work on natural history. The engraving...

Title: 1757 Engraving of Inuit & Indigenous Peoples – Hudson Bay & Arctic Canoe Scene Description: This rare 1757 antique copperplate engraving presents two fascinating scenes depicting Indigenous life in Arctic Canada, focusing on the Inuit and other First Nations communities in the Hudson Bay region. Originally published in *Histoire Générale des Voyages*, the engraving provides an invaluable visual record of daily life, survival techniques, and traditional dwellings. The top illustration, titled 'Un Esquimau dans son Canot', depicts an Inuit paddling a sleek, narrow kayak through choppy waters, showcasing the remarkable boat-making skills of the Arctic peoples. The kayak, designed for hunting and efficient travel, is shown in its traditional form, reflecting centuries of adaptation to harsh northern environments. The bottom illustration, 'Esquimaux du côté du Nord-Ouest de la Baie de Hudson', portrays a male and female Inuit figure standing near an igloo, a crucial form of temporary winter shelter. The man holds a bow and arrows, symbolizing subsistence hunting, while the woman carries a small child. In the background, additional Indigenous dwellings, including conical tipis, suggest the presence of other First Nations groups living near the Hudson Bay coastline. The detailed hatching and shading techniques used in the engraving bring out the textures of clothing, landscapes, and architectural features, making this a historically and artistically significant piece. As an early European representation of Arctic Indigenous culture, it holds great value for collectors of ethnographic art, Canadian history, and antique travel prints...

G. Jouve (18th century) École Nord, France Oil on wooden panel. A dramatic interior composition depicting a rustic surgical procedure taking place in a dimly lit room. A seated man,...

Elegant 18th-century French petit point tapestry, beautifully hand-stitched with fine detail and rich colors. This charming piece depicts a lively pastoral scene with figures in peri...

This is an exquisite, carved wooden polychrome figure of Christ on the cross, 18th Century, most probably Italian. This rare carving very closely follows in the tradition of Giambolo...

Monumental 18th Century Aubusson Verdure Tapestry From the historical residence Chateau de Nernier, situated on the French side of Lake Geneva: A magnificent French verdure tapestry, woven in wool and silk at the renowned Aubusson workshops in the early 18th century. This richly detailed piece features a lush woodland landscape with delicate architectural elements and meandering waterways inhabited by elegant wading birds. The composition is framed by an intricately woven floral border that enhances the tapestry’s pastoral...

Early 18th Century Antique Flemish Tapestry Fine Verdure Wool & Silk "This is a very fine Authentic Antique Flemish wool & silk Tapestry with an intricate verdure and bird...

Attributed to the Studio of Sir Joshua Reynolds, PRA, FRS, FRSA (British, 1723-1792)Portrait of Sir Abraham Hume, 2nd Bt (1749-1838) half length, wearing a red coat oil on canvas 68 ...

Late 18th century Aubusson tapestry panel made in France. Measures: Height 9 feet 4 inches, width 7 feet 11 inches. Swans and ducks swimming in a lake...

A striking 18th-century Swedish Gustavian hanging cupboard, distinguished by its elegant arched bonnet and beautifully balanced paneled glass doors. The dark painted exterior lends t...

18th century dark wax butter mold with habsburg imperial coat of arms, diameter 20 cm with engraved inscription IG S and M S 1737. Good age related condition, this lovely Mittle-...

The engraving depicts "Sir William Rowley's Dog Kennel at Tendring Hall, Suffolk." This artwork from around 1795 illustrates a building specifically designed for housing dogs, likely...

Antique print titled 'Vue Generale Perspective de l'Hôtel Royal des Invalides'. Bird's-eye view of Hôtel National des Invalides, Paris, France. Published, circa 1760.

Beautiful original old print of a lioness and lion cubs. This print originates from Dr. Johann Schreber's 'Die Saugthiere in Abbildungen nach der Natur'(Mammals in Pictures after Nature). Drawn by Johann Elias Ridinger (1698–1767). Johann Christian Daniel von Schreber (1739–1810) was appointed professor of materia medica at the University of Erlangen in 1769. In 1774, he began writing a multivolume set of books entitled Die Säugethiere in Abbildungen nach der Natur mit Beschreibungen, which focused on the mammals of the world. Many of the animals included were given a scientific name for the first time, following the binomial system of Carl Linnaeus. From 1791 until his death in 1810, he was the president of the German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina. He was elected a member of the Royal Swedish...

18th century needlepoint painting, Pétanque game - 57x70 cm - No. 1561 Framed by our Parisian artisan workshop Era: 18th century Condition: Perfect condition Material: Wool Width: 57...

18th-Century Brussels Manufactory Tapestry – In the Style of David Teniers – 220 × 200 cm This magnificent tapestry has undergone a thorough deep cleaning, as well as hand-lining wit...

After Nicolaes Pieterszoon Berchem (1620-1683), "A Journey" Oil on Canvas 21.13" by 17.13" An exquisite old master painting after the well known Dutch master Nicolaes Berchem, depi...

A large and beautifully executed 18th-century Italian School painting that combines the elegance of a still life with the imaginative charm of an architectural capriccio. The composi...

This antique map, titled "Totius Americae Septentrionalis et Meridionalis," represents a significant cartographic piece from 1710 by Johann Baptist Homann. Here's a description of this remarkable map: - Title: Totius Americae Septentrionalis et Meridionalis (...) - Date: Published in 1710 by Johann Baptist Homann. Description: This map is a first edition of Johann Baptiste Homann's map of America, and it is notable for several cartographic features and historical representations: 1. California as an Island...

Exceptionally fine 18th century Italian silk and silver metallic thread lampas brocade panel with nicely aged color. Red silk backing w/ attached strip of fabric for a hanging rod. ...

A rare striking 18th century Tibetan Thangka depicting the Green Tara seated on a lotus throne ready to step down to offer comfort and pro...

More information coming soon… A massive toile peinte, measuring over seven feet tall and about eight feet wide. Dating to the 1700s, the French painting depicts a stag hunt in the ...

Antique French painting from 18th century. Oil on canvas framework depicting landscape with hunting dogs with partridges of good pictorial quality. Painting of great measure and impa...

Weinmann Phytanthoza Iconographia Grape Engravings, Set of Four, Circa 1745 This set of four color-printed and hand-finished botanical engravings of grape vines comes from Johann Wi...

Antique print titled 'Lamas Prêtres des Tartares - Prêtres Mendians de la Chine (..)'. Original antique print with two images on one plate. The first image shows Lamas, Tatarian prie...

"Exquisite 18th-century French needlepoint tapestry fragment ! This beautiful and historic piece features a floral and foliage design in vibrant blue, green, orange, pink, and yellow...

Antique Scottish Sampler, 1793, by Anne Williamson. The sampler is worked in silk threads on a linen ground, in a variety of stitches. Intricately detailed meandering strawberry bord...

Monument of King Edward IV – Antique Engraving of St George’s Chapel, Windsor, 1790 This finely detailed antique engraving shows the monument of King E...

On offer an 18thc Large Beautiful French Wood Sculpture of a Putto/ Angel Figure. There are losses, on fingers, feet etc. Please look closely at ...

JOHANN WILHELM WEINMANN (1683-1741) - PHYTANTHOZA ICONOGRAPHIE - Antique pair of framed 18th century first edition Phytanthoza Iconographie botanical hand colored mezzotint engraving...

Antique print titled 'William Cecil Lord Burleigh'. William Cecil, 1st Baron Burghley. Engraved by John Goldar (1729–1795) from an earlier portrait.

74417 18th Century Antique Indian Medieval Wall Tapestry after the Battle of Karnal in 1739. This beautiful antique Indian painted tapestry is done on a canvas. It features a hunting battle scene with kings, kingsmen and royalty with multiple types of animals ranging from horses, elephants, lions, birds, peacocks and leopards. This tapestry is possibly in relation to The Battle of Karnal in 1739. The Muhammed Shah fought with Nader Shah...

Antique Italian painting from the second half of the 18th century. Oil on canvas artwork depicting a religious subject, Madonna and Child, of good pictorial quality. A beautifully si...

Wonderful set of 12 botanical prints. A beautiful colour of off-white/cream to the paper. Dated 1791 Originally from " Flora Londinensis " published by William Curtis Copper-pla...

Antique print titled 'Ex Museo Schadeloockiano'. Beautiful original antique print of various sea shells. This print originates from 'Verlustiging der oogen en van den geest; of Verza...

An Italian Rococo period framed still-life oil on canvas painting from the late 18th century, depicting a colorful bouquet. Created in Italy during the third quarter of the 18th cent...

A late 18th Century, antique Swedish Gustavian wall mirror made of hand crafted Pinewood with its original mirrored glass, in good condit...