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Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Important German Tabernacle Museum Piece 16th-17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Important German Tabernacle Museum Piece 16th-17th century
IMPORTANT GERMAN TABERNACLE IN MUSEUM 16TH-17TH CENTURY EXCEPTIONAL SOUTHERN GERMAN TABERNACLE...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Fruitwood
Captain Cook's Landing at Middleburgh, Friendly Isles (18th Century Engraving)
Located in Langweer, NL
An engraving depicting the historical event titled "The Landing of Capt. Cook &c. at Middleburgh, one of the Friendly Isles."
Description:
- The scene shows Captain James Cook and...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Print of a Viceroy Procession in China, C.1740
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'The Equipage or Attendance of the Viceroy of a Province, as oft as he appears in publick'. Copper engraving of a Chinese procession...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Limoges enamel plaque depicting the Annunciation, 16th century
Located in Gorssel, GE
A large Limoges enamel plaque depicting the Annunciation, rounded at the top, signed and dated in gold (S.C.) N.B. 1543.
Dimensions: 24.5 x 19 cm.
Incl. frame 33.5 x 26.7 x 1.5 cm.
...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Rituals of the Sun: Sacrifice and Feast in Honor of Solar Deities, circa 1740
Located in Langweer, NL
This is an original copperplate engraving on vellin-type paper, dating from a French edition of 1727-1738 of the monumental work "Cérémonies et Coutumes Religieuses..." by A. Moubach...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Knight Templar in War Attire: 1791 Hand-Colored Engraving from Historical Series
Located in Langweer, NL
Knight Templar in War Attire: 1791 Hand-Colored Engraving from Historical Series
This striking hand-colored engraving, titled "Ein Tempelherr in seiner Kriegskleidung" (A Knight T...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
A View of Cape Rouge, Quebec, Canada, Mazell after Capt. Hervey Smyth, c.1760s
Located in Savannah, GA
A View of Cape Rouge, or Carouge, on the Saint Lawrence River, north of Quebec.
Engraving by Peter Mazell after a drawing by Captian Hervey Smyth, published c.1760's, London.
T...
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Canadian British Colonial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Defeat of the Spanish Armada, 1588: 18th-Century Engraving by Alexander Hogg
Located in Langweer, NL
This striking 18th-century engraving, titled 'The Glorious Defeat of the Invincible Spanish Armada by the English Fleet, between Dover & Calais, in the Reign of Queen Elizabeth, 1588...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Important English School " LADY HAMILTON " 18th Century Sign
By Europa
Located in Madrid, ES
Important English School " LADY HAMILTON " 18th Century
Oil on canvas, 18th century English school.
Signed.
Small defects.
Dim.: 124 x 99 cm
good conditions
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English Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint
Original Antique Engraving of A Jewish Priest, 1709
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'La Representation du Grand Pontise'.
Old print depicting a Jewish Priest. This print originates from 'Introduction à l'écriture sainte, où l'on traite tout ...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
"Abraham Repudiating Hagar", Miniature, Ater Van Rijn, Rembrandt, 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
"Abraham repudiating Hagar". Framed miniature. Ater VAN RIJN, Rembrandt (Leinden, 1606-Amsterdam, 1669), 18th century.
It shows a story of Genesis. The story tells that Sara accepte...
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European Neoclassical Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Other
Antique 18th Century English Aubusson Garden Tapestry
By Mortlake
Located in New York, NY
Charming 18th Century English Aubusson Tapestry, handwoven in wool and silk at the famous Mortlake workshop. It depicts a scene from the well known "Bacchanalia and Playing Boys" se...
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English Aubusson Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Tapestry, Wool, Silk
Antique Engraving of a Mogol or Mughal Coach Pulled by Oxes , 1757
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled ‘Coches Mogols tirés par des Boeufs - Mogolsche koetsen door ossen getrokken‘. This print depicts a Mughal coach pulled by cattle. Originates from a Dutch editio...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
17th Century Virgin of the Assumption Painting Oil on Canvas
Located in Milan, IT
17th century
Virgin of the Assumption
Oil on canvas, 93 x 81 cm
Frame, 110 x 97 cm
The present Assumption of the Virgin welcomes an innova...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Antique Print of Horse Riding: Piaffe Lesson Between Pillars
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Manège, La Capriole. Lecon du piafer dans les piliers'. Copper engraving of horse riding: piaffe lesson between pillars. The piaffe is a dressage movement where the horse is in a highly collected and cadenced trot, in place or nearly in place. The center of gravity of the horse should be more towards the hind end, with the hindquarters slightly lowered and great bending of the joints in the hind legs. The front end of the horse is highly mobile, free, and light, with great flexion in the joints of the front legs, and the horse remains light...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Collection of 18 Prints of Musical Instruments from Gabinetto Armonico, 1722
Located in valatie, NY
A collection of 18 framed prints from engravings of musical instruments from the book by Gabinetto Armonico, which was published in 1722. The book had a total of 150 instruments. The...
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Italian Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
18th Century Italian still life - Fish and Melon
Located in Malton, GB
This is a wonderful late 18th century oil on canvas still life depicting fish and melon. The quality of the work is very good and is housed in the original frame. The subtle colours ...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paint
Old Print Depicting the Buddhist Festival of Souls 'Obon', 1758
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print religion titled 'La Fête des Ames - 't Feest der Zielen'.
Old print depicting the Buddhist festival of souls (Obon). This print originates from 'Histoire générale d...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Saverio Manetti Anatra Selvatica Italian Etching Acquarellata a Mano ca 1770
Located in Milano, MI
Saverio Manetti Salvatica Duck Or Cicalona Circa 1770 Saverio Manetti's table describing the Salvatica Duck, also known in Tuscany as Cicalona or Canapiglia Male, is an important ill...
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Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper, Wood
Antique Print of Fish Species 'no. 449' by Valentijn '1726'
By F. Valentijn
Located in Langweer, NL
Untitled print of various fish species from Indonesia. This print originates from 'Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën' by F. Valentijn.
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Dutch Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
18/19th Century Russian Icon of St. John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18/19th Century Russian icon of St. John (Angel of the Desert); shown holding a kind of salver, and in it — if we see it up close — is depict...
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Russian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood
Knight of the Golden Fleece: 1791 Hand-Colored Engraving in Ceremonial Robes
Located in Langweer, NL
Knight of the Golden Fleece: 1791 Hand-Colored Engraving in Ceremonial Robes
This regal hand-colored engraving, titled "Orden des goldenen Vlieses" (Order of the Golden Fleece), d...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Hendrik Brouwer: Eminent Navigator and Governor-General of the VOC, 1724
Located in Langweer, NL
Hendrik Brouwer was a notable figure in the 17th century, particularly for his role in the Dutch East India Company (VOC) and his contributions to maritime navigation. Here's a summa...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Print of The Royal Golden Barge, Myanmar (Burma), C.1795
Located in Langweer, NL
This majestic hand-colored engraving depicts the "SHOEPANDOGE or ROYAL GOLDEN BARGE," a magnificent vessel that radiates the opulence and grandeur of a bygone era.
Engraved for "Ma...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Knight of the Order of the Thistle: Elegant 18th-Century Engraving by Schwan
Located in Langweer, NL
Knight of the Order of the Thistle: Elegant 18th-Century Engraving by Schwan
This exquisite hand-colored engraving portrays a "Ritter des Ordens von der Distel" (Knight of the Order of the Thistle), the premier order of Scottish chivalry. The knight is depicted in a stately black robe adorned with the iconic insignia of the Thistle Order, including the collar chain featuring the Thistle emblem and the accompanying badge and star. The figure exudes grace and dignity, with the refined details of his attire highlighting the prestige of this ancient Scottish...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Ritual Dance in Brazil in the 17th Century on a Copper Engraving by Montanus
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Ritual Dance in Brazil"
Description: This original copper engraving from Arnoldus Montanus' "Die Unbekannte Neue Welt oder Beschreibung des Welt-teils Amerika und des Sud-La...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Elegant Pink Quill in Full Bloom: An 18th Century Botanical Ilustration
Located in Langweer, NL
This is a delicate botanical illustration of a Pink Quill, also known as Tillandsia cyanea. The flower is depicted in its typical form with a soft pink hue, prominently displaying it...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Knight of the Order of Christ in Portugal Engraving by Christian F. Schwan, 1791
Located in Langweer, NL
Knight of the Order of Christ in Portugal Engraving by Christian F. Schwan
This exquisite hand-colored engraving depicts a Knight of the Order of Christ in Portugal, resplendent in ...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
18th Century French Louis XVI Period Gilded Barometer by Evangelista Torricelli
By Evangelista Torricelli
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A gold, large antique French Louis XVI period barometer, signed by Torricelli in gilded wood and of oval shape with original scientific illustrations, in good condition. The detailed wall décor piece is consisting its original glass. Framed with gilt foliate trim and important pediment. Minor fading, due to age. Wear consistent with age and use, circa 1750, France.
The Italian scientist Evangelista Torricelli...
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French Louis XVI Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Giltwood
18th Century French Oil Painting
Located in Winter Park, FL
A late 18th century French painting depicting a romantic couple in a pastoral setting. Oil on canvas. Unsigned. Original gilded wood frame. Small repair to canvas in the upper left c...
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French French Provincial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Giltwood, Paint
Antique Map of China and Korea incl Formosa and Hainan, by Janssonius, ca.1650
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Imperii Sinarum Nova Descriptio'. Beautiful map of China and Korea, much detail troughout the map. Including the Islands of Formosa (Taiwan) and Hainan. The Great...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Exotic Birds of the World: A 1765-1780 Study by Martinet and Buffon
Located in Langweer, NL
This image is an exquisite hand-colored engraving from the "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux," a seminal work published between 1765 and 1780. The artist behind this detailed work is F...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Panoramic View of Isfahan in 17th Century Persia by J.C. Haffner, ca.1690
Located in Langweer, NL
Panoramic View of Isfahan in the Late 17th Century by J.C. Haffner
The translation of the German text on the engraving:
"A. The Meidan or Great Market and Promenade Square in front...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Map of Greece by Allard (c.1698)
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Hellas seu Graecia Universa' Detailed map of Greece, with Crete, the Aegean Islands, and part of Turkey. With two cartouches, compass rose and scale. Carolus Alla...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Rare Antique Print of the Chinese Cavalry, 1668
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print China titled 'Ordo equitanis exercitus'. Old print depicting the cavalry. This print originates from the Latin edition of Nieuhof's w...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Painting of Birds, Attributed to Marmaduke Craddock
Located in Essex, MA
Large oil on canvas after Pieter Casteels III [Flemish 1684-1749. The painting depicts a tale from Aesops Fables, "Jackdaw and Peacock Feathers". T...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Old Map of the Mughal Empire, Persia in the West to Lake Chimay etc., ca.1685
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'L'Empire du Grand Mogol'. Old map of India and Central Asia.
The map extends from Persia in the West to Lake Chimay and the Bay of Bengal...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Japanese Painting, Framed Panel, 17th Century Falcon by Mitani Toshuku
Located in Kyoto, JP
Mitani Toshuku (1577-1654)
“Falcon”
Wall panel, ink and light color on paper.
Upper seal: Mitani
Lower seal: Toshuku
Dimensions:
Each 118.5 cm x 51 cm x 2 cm (46.5” x 20” x .75”)
Individual falcon paintings by Mitani Toshuku (1577-1654), an early artist of the Unkoku School. Founded by Unkoku Togan (1547–1618), a master of the Momoyama period, the Unkoku school enjoyed long lasting patronage in southern Japan. Togan was a retainer of the Mori family in present day Yamaguchi prefecture. Members of the school considered themselves to be in the artistic lineage of Sesshu Toyo...
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Japanese Edo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Wood, Paper
Jean-Baptiste-Claude-Richard de Saint-Non Colored Etching "Bacchus," 1781
Located in Naples, IT
Colored Etching "Bacchus" by artist Jean-Baptiste-Claude-Richard de Saint-Non , complete with frame. Archaeologist, draftsman, engraver (Paris 1727 - there 1791); abbot, was exiled t...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Copper Engraving of a Section of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, London, 1776
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Coupe sur la longueur d'une partie de la Galerie des Antiques dans les jardins de Kew'.
Copper engraving showing a section of the Royal Botanic...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Wilhelm von Argenteuil: 1791 Hand-Colored Engraving of Templar Treasurer
Located in Langweer, NL
Wilhelm von Argenteuil: 1791 Hand-Colored Engraving of Templar Treasurer
This exquisite hand-colored engraving, titled "Wilhelm von Argenteuil, Schatzmeister des Tempelherrn-Orden...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Jacob weeps over Joseph's tunic, Antique Flemish Tapestry Circa 1600 - N° 1498
Located in Paris, FR
This tapestry has already been cleaned in our craft workshop
The setting sun bathed the hills of Canaan in golden light, but in Jacob’s heart, darkness reigned. He sat bent, his eye...
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French French Provincial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Silk
18th-Century Hand-Colored Engraving of Butterflies and Larvae by J. B. Schmuzer
Located in Langweer, NL
This hand-colored engraving, titled *Insecta XXXIV*, is a late 18th-century natural history illustration showcasing butterflies and their life stages.
It features two species depic...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
18th Century French Carved Oak Altar Plaque, AMSR
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-carved in oak and dating to the 1700s, this French altar plaque features a painted monogram that reads “AMSR”. The slightly raised carved initials (which stands for Ave Maria Sa...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Wood, Oak, Paint
B.West Engraving "Naval Battle, Battle of the Houge" 18th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
This magnificent engraving is entitled "Battle of La Hougue" by the engraver E.C Voysard after Benjamin West.
It depicts the Battle of Barfleur- La Hougue,...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Virgin of Guadalupe, Oil on Copper, 18th Century
Located in Mexico, DF
Virgin of Guadalupe with flowers and appearances of the Virgin to Juan Diego, oil on copper, 18th century. This item does not belong to the mexican...
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North American Spanish Colonial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Other
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Wall Plate Rack
Located in Bozeman, MT
Fantastic and rare 18th century provincial floor standing wall plate rack with shelves from the Gustavian period in its original condition with great patination and color, circa 1790...
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Swedish Gustavian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Pine
Antique Verdure Aubusson Tapestry with Birds
Located in New York, NY
French, 18th century Verdure Aubusson tapestry handwoven in wool with silk highlights framed with a complete floral border. Two birds wade ...
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French Aubusson Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Wool, Silk, Tapestry
Antique Optical Print of a Roman Amphitheatre
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'L'Amphitheatre de Rome'. A vue d'optique of a Roman amphitheatre. This is an optical print, also called 'vue optique' or 'vue d'optique', which were made to be ...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Plan of the City of Bayonne, France
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Plan de Bayonne'. Original old plan of the city of Bayonne, France. This map originates from 'Le Petit Atlas Maritime (..)' by J.N. Bellin. Published 1764.
Be...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Portrait of Charles III of Spain
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique portrait titled 'Carolus III Hispania'. Original antique print of Charles III of Spain. The print shows the king illustrated with the symbols of royal power and war, as well as with several archaeological pieces...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Original Classical Lamp Engravings: Montfaucon's Collection, Published in 1722
Located in Langweer, NL
These set of original antique engravings are from Bernard de Montfaucon's "L'Antiquité expliquée et représentée en figures" (Antiquity Explained and Represented in Figures), which is a comprehensive collection of engravings illustrating various aspects of ancient life. This work was a significant contribution to the study of antiquity in the early 18th century. The specific volume these images are taken from likely deals with artifacts such as lamps, which were common in burial practices and other rituals of ancient cultures.
This collage showcases three pages from Bernard de Montfaucon's seminal work "L'Antiquité expliquée et représentée en figures." Each page features detailed engravings of ancient lamps...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Monk of the Order of Christ in Portugal - Historic 18th-Century Engraving
Located in Langweer, NL
Monk of the Order of Christ in Portugal - Historic 18th-Century Engraving
This hand-colored engraving portrays a monk of the prestigious Order of Christ in Portugal, a Catholic ch...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Original Antique Engraving: Duke of Newcastle Instructing Horse Dressage, 1743
Located in Langweer, NL
Plate 17 from "La Methode et Invention nouvelle de Dresser les Chevaux" portrays William Cavendish, the first Duke of Newcastle, providing instructions to Captain Mazin in the art of...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
18th Century French Felletin Verdure Landscape Tapestry, with Birds and Trees
Located in New York, NY
An antique 18th century French Felletin verdure landscape tapestry, size 8'10 H x 9'7 W. This handwoven antique wall hanging feat...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Wool, Silk
Antique Map of Warwickshire in England by Speed, c.1614
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'The Counti of Warwick the Shire Towne and Citie of Coventre described'. Map of Warwickshire, England. Includes inset town plans of Warwic...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Portrait of Louis XIII, KIng of France, c.1651
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Louys XIII du Nom Roy de France'. Engraving of Louis XIII, King of France. Half length with curled hair, moustache, lace collar, a...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
Sir Walter Raleigh's Execution at Old Palace Yard, 18th-Century Engraving
Located in Langweer, NL
This evocative 18th-century engraving titled "Sir Walter Raleigh Beheaded in Old Palace Yard" illustrates the somber and historical execution of Sir Walter Raleigh, one of the most celebrated figures of the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wall Decorations
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Paper
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