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Period: Early 19th Century
Traditional Attires of Finnish, Estonian and Angria Women in Former Russia, 1814
Located in Langweer, NL
The engravings are a rich visual documentation of the cultural attire and customs from different regions within or associated with the Russian Empire in the early 19th century. Willi...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
French Baroque Style Hand-Carved Walnut Bracket with Putti and Foliage, 1800s
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Baroque style French walnut bracket with hand-carved putti, circa 1800. Born during the tumultuous years of the early 19th century, this French bracket features a semi-circular sha...
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French Baroque Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Walnut
Kirghiz Elegance Engraved: A Study of 19th Century Central Asian Attire, 1814
Located in Langweer, NL
The two engravings vividly capture the traditional attire of the Kirghiz, a group native to the steppes of Central Asia.
1. The first engraving portrays a Kirghiz man mounted on hor...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Watercolor by John Varley, 1812
By Ernest William Varley
Located in Kittery Point, ME
'Llanberis Lake at the Foot of Mount Snowdon' in Wales.
Watercolor on paper, signed and dated "J. Varley 1812" ll, identifying info on verso.
sight size: 8 x 19 3/4 in.
John Varley is known as an English landscape painter in watercolor and a close friend of William Blake. Varley represents the transition between tinted topographical drawing and the bolder, more fully developed manner of watercolor painting characteristic of the 19th century. As well as being a leading painter, he was the most popular and enthusiastic teacher of his day: his pupils included Cox, De Wint, Linnell, Mulready (his brother-in-law), and Samuel Palmer, and he published various instructional works, including one with Blake.
In his early years Varley was influenced stylistically by the work of Thomas Girtin...
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English Neoclassical Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Original Painted Russian Icons Painted on Wood Panels, circa 1900's
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, original painted Russian icons on wood.
Portrayal of Saint George, Saint Simon and Saint Aviva
Age related crackles, dings/scratches, scuffs/nick...
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Russian Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Wood, Paint
Silhouette of Young Woman with Unusual Shading 1830s Hairstyle and Dress
Located in Savannah, GA
This very unusual silhouette of a Georgian era woman seen strolling in the garden is framed in a half round top. The detail is incredible- down to her eyelash seen at side view and t...
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English Georgian Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Glass, Wood, Paper
Traditional Attires of Early 19th Century Russia: A Visual Record in Engravings
Located in Langweer, NL
These original antique images are hand-colored and from the publication "Picturesque Representations of the Dress and Manners of the Russians," which includes sixty-four colored engr...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Original Antique Map of Europe, Arrowsmith, 1820
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of Europe
Drawn under the direction of Arrowsmith.
Copper-plate engraving.
Published by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown, 1820
...
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English Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Print of the Caiman Alligator and an other Crocodile species
Located in Langweer, NL
Original antique print of the caiman alligator and an other crocodile species. This print originates from 'Bilderbuch fur Kinder' by F.J. Bertuch. Fri...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Traditional Attires of Kamchatka: A Glimpse into the Cultural Wardrobe of 1814
Located in Langweer, NL
Source these engravings: The publication "Picturesque Representations of the Dress and Manners of the Russians," which includes sixty-four colored engravings with descriptions. The w...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Pair of Antique Neoclassical Style Oak Sphinx Brackets
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A very decorative pair of antique neoclassical style oak brackets carved as stylised sphinx with flaming torches. A facing pair, these antique carvings date from the late 18th / earl...
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English Neoclassical Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Wood, Oak
Early 19th Century Japanese Six-Panel Screen, Tropical Garden
Located in Hudson, NY
With a banana leaf palm on the left, at water's edge with geese. Perhaps a scene from the southern islands. Mineral pigments on mulberry paper with gold leaf and a silk brocade border.
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Japanese Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Gold Leaf
19th century French school, oil on panel painting in the spirit of Pillement
By Jean-Baptiste Pillement
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Late 18th century or early 19th century French school circa 1800, Louis XV style oil on panel picturing Chinese people in an ideal garden with a pagoda, a harpsichord : a beautiful 18th century style chinoiserie, showing an idyllic vision of China seen by 18th century European people.
Our work was painted in the spirit of Pillement ; it brings to mind 18th century lifestyle and softness.
Jean Baptiste...
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French Chinoiserie Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Wood
Siberian Traditions: The Tungoose Hunter and Tungoosi Shaman, Published in 1814
Located in Langweer, NL
The two engravings vividly depict members of the Tungusic peoples of Siberia, known for their distinct cultural practices and attire.
1. The "Tungoose" engraving shows an individual...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Copperplate Engraving of Ruins of the Temple of Hermopolis, 1820
Located in Langweer, NL
This is an 1820 copperplate engraving by Denon, expertly crafted by Hawkesworth, depicting the ruins of the Temple of Hermopolis in Egypt.
Ruins of the Temple of Hermopolis, Upper ...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
1829 Needlepoint Pictorial Sampler of Flowers and Quote by 12-year old Girl.
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderful 1820's needlepoint by 12 year-old Ellen Roberts (American, b. 1817 - ?) of New York with flower boarder and quote:
Count that day lost
whose low descending sun.
...
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American Folk Art Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Linen, Thread
"A Boy and His Pug Dog" Early 19th Century Painting
Located in Wiscasset, ME
Fantastic early portrait of a young man and his pug dog. This painting is most likely British, but it could also be from continental Europe. It dates from the late 18th to the earl...
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English American Colonial Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paint
Original Antique Map of South East Asia by Thomas Clerk, 1817
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of South East Asia
Copper-plate engraving
Drawn and engraved by Thomas Clerk, Edinburgh.
Published by Mackenzie And Dent, 1817
Unframed.
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English Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Dual Portraiture of a Woman from Port Francais, 1807
Located in Langweer, NL
This image is an original historical print showcasing two representations of a woman from Port Francais, a locale associated with the explorations of Jean-François de Galaup, comte d...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Hand-Colored Engraving of Aleutian and Kurilian Traditional Attire, 1814
Located in Langweer, NL
The hand-coloured images depict two individuals, presumably representative of the Aleut and Kuril ethnic groups, as part of a series titled "RUSSIA - PLATE 49" and "RUSSIA - PLATE 50...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Samoyed Heritage: Portraits of Siberian Tradition in Summer and Winter Attire
Located in Langweer, NL
These images are fine examples of the detailed and colorful engravings that appear in William Alexander's "Picturesque Representations of the Dress and Manners of the Russians," publ...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Traditional Attire of Valday: Vestiges of Russian Heritage, Published in 1814
Located in Langweer, NL
The images are hand-colored engravings from an early 19th-century publication that offers a visual representation of the traditional dress and customs of the Russian people. They are...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Early 19th Century French Oil on Canvas Beach Painting in Carved Gilt Frame
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique painting was created in France circa 1830. Set in the original carved gilt wood frame, the hand painted canvas depicts a mother and daughter picking sea shell on...
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French Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Canvas, Giltwood
Beautiful and Rare Original Antique Engraving of a Village in Tonga, 1817
Located in Langweer, NL
Fete donnee au General Dentrecasteaux par Toubau, Roi des Iles des Amis
Original antique engraving showing the party given to General Dentrecasteaux by Toubau, King of the Friendl...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Robert John Thornton Flora Dispensing her Favors From the Temple of Flora 1807
By Dr. Robert John Thornton
Located in Savannah, GA
Flora Dispensing her Favors on Earth- Robert John Thornton, 1768-1837, from "The Temple of Flora" London 1799-1810. This aquatint and stipple engraving partially printed in colors, w...
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English Georgian Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Glass, Giltwood, Paper
19th Century French Trumeau Mirror with Painting
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 19th century French Louis XVI style trumeau mirror with a large painting depicting Diana, the goddess of the hunt. Oil on canvas with vivid color, heavy craquelure, with som...
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French Louis XVI Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Canvas, Mirror, Giltwood, Pine
Engraving of A Savage of the Admiralty Isles in the Bismarck Archipelago, 1801
Located in Langweer, NL
The 1801 engraving depicts a figure labeled as "A Savage of the Admiralty Isles in the South Sea." The image portrays a solitary indigenous man standing with a paddle in hand, exudin...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Etching of the Guildhall London
Located in London, GB
Designed & engraved for Lamberts History of London by E.Shirt sc.
Published by M.Jones No 1 Paternoster Row.
Dated April 30th 1805.
In a modern frame, probably a book plate.
Nice ...
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English Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Glass, Hardwood, Paper
Antique Print of St Mark's Basilica in Venice 'c.1800'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Le très Majestueux Temple de Saint Marc à Venise'. Original antique print of St Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco), Venice, Italy. Unsigned. Source unknown...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Cleopatra's Needle and Pompey's Pillar: Monuments of Ancient Alexandria, 1815
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Cleopatra's Needle and Pompey's Pillar: Monuments of Ancient Alexandria"
Description: This detailed copper engraved antique print, published in 1817 as part of Cooke's Geography, depicts two of Egypt's most famous ancient monuments: Cleopatra's Needle and the Alexandria Column, more commonly referred to as Pompey's Pillar. The fine lines and precise detailing of the engravings highlight the hieroglyphic inscriptions on Cleopatra's Needle and the ornate Corinthian capital atop Pompey's Pillar. The presence of figures in period attire offers a sense of scale, emphasizing the grandeur of these structures. The print serves as a historical record, capturing the fascination with Egyptian antiquity...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Portraits of Chukchi Life: Tradition and Task in the Russian Far East, 1814
Located in Langweer, NL
The two engravings depict women from the Chukchi (Tschutski) people, an indigenous group inhabiting the Chukchi Peninsula and surrounding areas in the Russian Far East:
1. **Woman o...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Sartorial Elegance of Kaluga: A Merchant and a Woman in Traditional Attire, 1814
Located in Langweer, NL
The two engravings illustrate the regional dress of inhabitants from Kaluga, Russia, highlighting the unique characteristics of their traditional attire:
1. **A Woman from Kalouga in Her Summer Dress:** This engraving would depict a woman dressed in the light, comfortable attire appropriate for the warmer season. Her outfit includes a long, flowing skirt and a bodice or blouse that is both decorative and practical. The woman's dress is adorned with local patterns and embroidery unique to the Kaluga region, reflecting the summer palette and style of the time.
2. **A Merchant of Kalouga:** The engraving of the merchant would typically show a man in the attire suitable for his profession, which includes practical yet presentable clothing. A merchant's outfit consists of a long coat, vest, and trousers, along with accessories such as a hat and boots. The attire would reflect his status and need for mobility and comfort as he conducts his business.
William Alexander’s "Picturesque Representations of the Dress and Manners of the Russians" serves as a significant historical compendium, capturing the essence of early 19th-century Russian dress...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Large Antique County Map of Surrey, England
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of Surry from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of Surrey, England. Engraved by John Cary. Originates from 'New British Atlas' by John Stockdal...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Large Antique County Map of Wiltshire, England, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of Wiltshire from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of Wiltshire, England. Engraved by John Cary. Originates from 'New British Atlas' by John S...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Large Antique County Map of Leicestershire, England, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
Explore Leicestershire's Past: Antique Map by John Cary
Step into the history of Leicestershire, England, with this original old county map engraved by the renowned cartographer Joh...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Collection of 19th Century Wax Seals
Located in Stockton, NJ
A collection of early 19th century wax seals framed.
Small frame measures 7.5" W x 8.5" H
Medium circular frame measures 15.5" W x 13.5" H
Large fra...
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European Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Wood
Antique Bird Print of a Female Black Woodpecker by Sepp & Nozeman, 1809
By J.C. Sepp, M. Houttuyn
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Picus Martius Foemina'. The black woodpecker (Dryocopus martius) is a large woodpecker that lives in mature forest across the northern palearctic. It is the sol...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Original Antique Bullfighting Print, Dated 1805
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of bullfighting
Copper-plate engraving
Published 1805
Unframed.
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English Folk Art Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Rhythms of the Pacific: A Communal Dance in Tonga, Engraving Published in 1812
Located in Langweer, NL
The engraving depicts a serene and communal scene labeled as "Dance in the Friendly Isles." The Friendly Isles is an older name for the Kingdom of Tonga in the South Pacific. This pi...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
19C Oil on Canvas Portrait of a 'Distinguished Gent' In the Style of J Eichholtz
By EICHHOLTZ
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a LOVELY Early 19C Oil on Canvas Portrait of a ‘Distinguished Gentleman’ In the Style of Jacob Eichholtz.
Nice sized portrait of a Gentleman of high social status, from circa 1820.
He has brown hair with a period collar and bowed white silk cravat and a black period tunic or coat.
Oil on Canvas mounted on a wooden fame with nails and glue.
Unsigned, but most definitely in the style and manner of Jacob Eichholtz who was a renowned Pennsylvanian artist known for his portraits of families of status and wealth in and around Pennsylvania in the early 19th Century.
Jacob Eichholtz (1776–1842) was an early American painter...
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American American Empire Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Canvas
Antique Portrait of Robert Blair of Avontoun by Heath '1813'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'The Right Honble Robert Blair, of Avontoun, Lord President of the College of Justice in Scotland'. Antique portrait of Robert Blair of Avontoun, a Scottish advo...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Sleeping Baby, Jan Sluijters (1881-1957)
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NL
This oil painting on panel by Jan Sluijters depicts a peaceful domestic scene of a sleeping child surrounded by scattered toys on a soft blanket. The work radiates tenderness, with Sluijters’ characteristic use of light and color lending warmth and intimacy to the composition. The baby’s serene expression highlight Sluijters’ mastery of capturing everyday life with emotional depth.
Jan Sluijters (1881–1957) was a pioneering Dutch painter who significantly modernized Dutch art in the early 20th century. His style evolved from luminism to fauvism, expressionism, and eventually realism, with his works often celebrating modern life and domestic intimacy. Known for his vibrant use of color and light, Sluijters produced a wide range of works, including portraits, landscapes, and scenes of everyday life. His contributions to modern Dutch art...
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Expressionist Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Acrylic
19C Oil on Canvas ‘Portrait of a Distinguished Lady’ In the Style of J Eichholtz
By EICHHOLTZ
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a LOVELY Early 19C Oil on Canvas ‘Portrait of a Distinguished Lady’ In the Style of Jacob Eichholtz.
Nice sized portrait of an older lady of high social status, from circa 1820.
She has brown curly hair (suggesting that she may not have been as old as she appears) with a beautiful lace bonnet, with intricate lace collar and black period dress which is suggestive of a ‘mourning’ period.
Oil on Canvas mounted on a wooden fame with nails and glue.
Unsigned, but most definitely in the style and manner of Jacob Eichholtz, who was a renowned Pennsylvanian artist, known for his portraits of families of status and wealth, in and around Pennsylvania in the early 19th Century.
Jacob Eichholtz (1776–1842) was an early American painter...
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American American Empire Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Canvas
Natives Of Caria, A Province Of Anatolia In Turkey In Asia, 1801
Located in Langweer, NL
The engraving titled "Natives Of Caria, A Province Of Anatolia In Turkey In Asia" depicts two individuals from Caria, a historical region in what is now modern Turkey. The attire and...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Set of 4 Antique Butterfly Prints Also Showing Caterpillars and Pupae
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of 4 antique butterfly prints. Most likely originating from an edition of 'Unterhaltungen aus der Naturgeschichte. Insekten' by Gottlieb T...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Large Antique County Map of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, England
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of Cornwall from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of Cornwall, England. With inset map of the Scilly Islands. Engraved by John Cary. Originate...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Pair Of Early 19th Century English Oil Paintings In The Manner Of Sawrey Gilpin
Located in Dublin, IE
A fine and attractive pair of early 19th century English landscape painting in there original Thomas Lawrence frames.
In the manner of Sawrey Gilpin (30 October 1733 – 8 March 1807).
Medium: Oil on canvas
Canvas Size: H: 48.5 cm ; W: 58.2 cm
Framed Size: H: 68.5 cm ; W: 79 cm
Artists Biography:
Sawrey Gilpin RA was an English animal painter, illustrator, and etcher who specialized in paintings of horses and dogs...
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English Georgian Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Canvas
Antique Bird Print of the Barn Owl by Sepp & Nozeman, 1809
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Strix Flammea'. The barn owl (Tyto alba) is the most widely distributed species of owl and one of the most widespread of all birds. It is also referred to as th...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Print of a Kalmyk, Mongolic Woman and Japanese
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'IVter Stamm'. Lithograph of a Kalmyk, Mongolic woman and Japanese. This print originates from 'Naturhistorische Bilder-Galerie' by Brodtmann. Published circa 18...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Late 18th-Early 19th Century Continental Landscape Painting
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Late 18th-early 19th century capriccio (imaginary) landscape, Continental. A shepherd & animals at hillside "barns" below Italianate church & fortress. Acquired in the late 1940s by ...
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European Romantic Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Canvas
Antique Print of a Man from Unalaska, Nenet Woman and an Eskimo
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Vter Stamm'. Lithograph of a man from Unalaska, a Nenet (also known as Samoyed) woman and an eskimo. This print originates from 'Naturhistorische Bilder-Galerie...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Bird Print of the Golden Eagle by Kearsley '1808'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Golden Eagle'. Original antique print of the golden eagle. Published by G. Kearsley, 1808.
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Set of three Prints of Grapes, Plums, Abricots, Loquat, Azarolus and Hazelnut
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of three antique engravings titled 'Néflier des bois - Azerolier d'Italie - Aveline d'Espagne - Noisette Franche - Mirabelle - St. Catherine - Damas Blanc - Abricotée'. It shows Grapes, Plums, Abricots, Loquat, Azarolus and Hazelnut. These prints originate from 'Le Jardin fruitier, contenant l'histoire, la description, la culture et les usages...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Set of 5 Antique Horse Riding Prints, Le Piaffer, La Galopade, La Courbette
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of five horse riding prints including La Croupe au Mur, Le Piaffer, L'Epaule en dedans, La Galopade and La Courbette. Each with a rider on horseback performing the specific ridin...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Two Fête Galante Scenes, French School, 19th Century
Located in Toronto, CA
Two exquisite Fête Galante scenes from France, painted in the early 19th century in Rococo style.
The first depicts various groups of figures as they gather in a park, with classica...
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French Rococo Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Canvas, Giltwood, Paint
Large Antique County Map of Hertfordshire, England
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of Hartfordshire from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of Hertfordshire, England. Engraved by John Cary. Originates from 'New British Atlas' b...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Print of Men from India
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'IIIter Stamm'. Lithograph of men from India. This print originates from 'Naturhistorische Bilder-Galerie' by Brodtmann. Published circa 1816.
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Large Antique County Map of the West Riding of Yorkshire 'South Part', England
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of the South Part of the West Riding of Yorkshire from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of the south part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, Eng...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
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