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Period: Early 19th Century
Very Old German Print of the Niagara Falls Between Canada and the US
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Der Wasserfall des Niagara'. Original antique print of the Niagara Falls. With German title. Source unknown, to be determined. Published circa 1820.
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
European Garden Spider Anatomy: Variations, Silk Spinnerets, and Mandibles, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
"European Garden Spider Anatomy: Variations, Silk Spinnerets, and Mandibles"
This captivating hand-colored copperplate engraving, from Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s *Bilderbuch für K...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Medlar and Cornelian Cherry: Blossoms, Fruit, and Seeds, Bertuch, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
"Medlar and Cornelian Cherry: Blossoms, Fruit, and Seeds, Bertuch, 1805"
Description
This captivating hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the medlar (Mespilus germanica) an...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Life Cycle of Moths and Caterpillars: Stages of Transformation, Bertuch, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
Gypsy moth, Lymantria dispar 1, lappet moth, Gastropacha quercifolia 2, and plum lappet moth, Odonestis pruni 3, with caterpillar and pupa.
Title: "Life Cycle of Moths and Caterpill...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Print of the Bravery of Pepin the Short, First King of the Franks
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Tableaux des Francais - Courage de Pépin'. Original old print of the bravery of Pepin the Short, first king of the Franks. Pepin jumps into the arena during a f...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
French Oil On Canvas Portrait of a Man c. 1800
Located in 263-0031, JP
French oil on canvas portrait of a man c. 1800. The bourgeois gent depicted here displays the cliched hand-in-waistcoat mannerism of the 18th and early 19th century. He’s wearing wha...
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French Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Canvas
Large Antique County Map of the East Riding of Yorkshire, England
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of the East Riding of Yorkshire from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. Engraved by John Cary. Origina...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Large Antique County Map of Leicestershire, England, with Outline Coloring
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of Leicestershire from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of Leicestershire, England. Engraved by John Cary. Originates from 'New British Atlas'...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Japanese Edo Period Ko-jo Mask of an Old Man, ca. 1820
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Edo Period Ko-jo Mask of an Old Man, ca. 1820
Edo Period (1603-1868)
DIMENSIONS:
Length: 15” (with beard)
Length: 8” (without beard)
Height: 4”
Width: 5.5”
ABOUT
A Japanese Edo Period (1603-1868) Ko-jo Mask of an Old Man refers to a traditional theatrical or ceremonial mask crafted during Japan’s Edo period (1603–1868). Here's a breakdown of what this object typically represents and why it's significant:
The term "Ko-jo" (or Kojo) roughly translates to "old man" or "aged person" in Japanese. A Ko-jo mask often portrays the face of an elderly man, typically with exaggerated age features: deep wrinkles, sagging skin, a long nose, bushy eyebrows, and sometimes a beard. These masks are usually used in Noh, Kyogen, or folk performances, and occasionally in Shinto rituals.
In Noh theater, masks are used to express character types, moods, and spiritual roles. The Ko-jo mask might represent a wise elder, a spirit of age and wisdom, or even a deity.
In Kyogen, which is the comedic counterpart to Noh, old-man masks are used more playfully, often satirizing elderly characters in lighthearted scenes.
The Ko-jo mask may also symbolize ancestral reverence or longevity, tying it to folk beliefs and ritual performances.
Edo period masks...
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Japanese Japonisme Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood
Large Antique County Map of the West Riding of Yorkshire 'North Part', England
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of the North Part of the West Riding of Yorkshire from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of the north part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, Eng...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Large Antique County Map of Northamptonshire, England
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of Northamptonshire from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of Northamptonshire, England. Engraved by John Cary. Originates from 'New British At...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Large Antique County Map of Norfolk, England
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of Norfolk from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of Norfolk, England. Engraved by John Cary. Originates from 'N...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Set of 2 Antique Horse Riding Prints, Cavalry Officer, Cavalry Soldier
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of two antique horse riding prints titled 'Officier de Cavalerie' and 'Cavalier'. The prints show a cavalry officer and a cavalry soldier. These prints originate from 'École de c...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Bird Print of a Flamingo by Shaw, 1809
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Flamingo'. Small hand colored engraving of a flamingo. This print originates from 'Zoological Lectures Delivered at the Royal Institution' by George Shaw, 1809....
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Large Antique County Map of Cambridgeshire, England
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of Cambridgeshire from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of Cambridgeshire, England. Engraved by John Cary. Originates from 'New British Atlas'...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
George III Banjo Mahogany Barometer by R. Taylor, Chepstow, England c. 1820
By R. Taylow
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Four-dial Barometer/Thermometer in Mahogany, dating from the George III period, and English in origin. Signed at the base "R. Taylor Chepstow". The barometer with swan neck pedim...
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English George III Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Antique Print of the Great Buddha Statue 'Bodh Gaya' by Symes '1800'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Statue de Boudh à Gaya dans le Bengale'. Print of the Great Buddha Statue (Bodh Gaya). This print originates from 'Relation de l'Ambassade Anglaise, envoyée en ...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Pair of Japanese Edo Period Six-Panel Screen, "100 Boys at Play"
Located in Austin, TX
An absolutely charming pair of Japanese Tosa School six-panel folding screens painted with the "One Hundred Boys at Play" motif, featuring a multitude...
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Japanese Edo Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Gold Leaf
Antique Map of England and Wales, with References to the Counties
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'England and Wales'. Original antique map of England and Wales, with references to the counties. Source unknown, to be determined. Published circa 1820.
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Set of 3 Antique Butterfly Prints Also Showing Caterpillars and Pupae
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of 3 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
Serenity Over the Thames: Lord Halesey's Elegant Seat in 1811
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Serenity Over the Thames: Lord Halesey's Elegant Seat in 1811"
Description: This exquisite print, titled "Seat of Lord Halesey," captures the grandeur of Lord Halesey's esta...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Large Antique County Map of Lincolnshire, England
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of Lincolnshire from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of Lincolnshire, England. Engraved by John Cary. Originates from 'New British Atlas' by ...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Large Antique County Map of Worcestershire, England
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of Worcestershire from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of Worcestershire, England. Engraved by John Cary. Originates from 'New British Atlas'...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Large Antique County Map of Westmorland, England
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of Westmoreland from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of Westmorland, England. Engraved by John Cary. Originates from 'New British Atlas' by J...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Large Antique County Map of Derbyshire, England
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of Derbyshire from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of Derbyshire, England. Engraved by John Cary. Originates from 'New British Atlas' by John...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Early 19th Century Original Framed Land Indenture, England, 1810
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A large hand written land indenture document England, 1810, framed. The beautifully hand written document mounted on board with a red velvet border and ...
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English Regency Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
Materials
Giltwood, Parchment Paper, Glass
Large Antique County Map of Northumberland, England
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of Northumberland from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of Northumberland, England. Engraved by John Cary. Originates from 'New British Atlas'...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Large Antique County Map of Buckinghamshire, England
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Map of Buckinghamshire from the best Authorities'. Original old county map of Buckinghamshire, England. Engraved by John Cary. Originates from 'New British Atla...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Original Antique Print of a Macaque and other Monkeys
Located in Langweer, NL
This original antique print shows the Lion-tailed macaque, Macaca silenus endangered 1, greater spot-nosed monkey, Cercopithecus nictitans 2, red-shanked douc, Pygathrix nemaeus endangered 3, white-faced saki, Pithecia pithecia 4, and roloway monkey, Cercopithecus roloway...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Print of the Burmese Alphabet by Symes, 1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Alphabet Birman'. Print of the Burmese alphabet. This print originates from 'Relation de l'Ambassade Anglaise, envoyée en 1795 dans le Royaume d'Ava, ou l'Empir...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Decorative Antique Map of Sweden and Part of Finland, 1806
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'La Suede.'
Decorative map of Sweden and part of Finland by Robert de Vaugondy, revised and published by Delamarche. Source unknown, to be determined.
Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Charles Francois Delamarche' after an anonymous artist. Charles Francois Delamarche (1740-1817) founded the important and prolific Paris based Maison Delamarche map publishing firm in the late 18th century. A lawyer by trade Delamarche entered the map business with the acquisition from Jean-Baptiste Fortin of Robert de Vaugondy's map plates...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Print of Japanese People and Their Costumes
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Japanneezen in verschillende Kleeding'. This prints shows Japanese people and their costumes. Engraved by D. Veelwaard, circa 1820.
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Early 19th Century Bronze Mounted Figure
Located in Hudson, NY
Early 19th century mounted bronze 3/4 profile. Likely French but possibly English. Carved wooden backing custom just for this particular item. In the original frame and retaining an ...
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French Grand Tour Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
Materials
Bronze
Antique Horse Riding Print - l'Amble - l'Aubin
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'L'Amble - l'Aubin'. Two images on one sheet, each with a rider on horseback performing the specific riding figure. This print originates from 'École de cavaleri...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique French Neoclassical Grisaille Overdoor Painting, Circa 1815
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-painted in France, this handsome grisaille overdoor painting is from the neoclassical period, circa 1815. Grisaille is a monochromatic painting ...
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French Neoclassical Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Majolica Pair of Wall Brackets for Sconces
Located in Milano, MI
Early 19th century Neoclassical carved and gilded wall brackets realized with a white ivory color majolica demi vase of the Italian manufacture Gi...
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Italian Neoclassical Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
Materials
Maiolica, Giltwood, Canvas
Charvolents Travelling In Various Directions With the Same Wind by Colman, 1827
Located in Kenilworth, IL
English hand colored engraving of four charvolents (carriages being pulled by kites) travelling through the countryside above a small town.
The charvolent was an invention of an Eng...
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British Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Antique Print depicting Weapon Decorations of the Marquesas by Cook '1803'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Versierzels en Wapenen van de Marquissen Eilanden'. This print depicts various Weapon Decorations of the Marquesas Islands including head pieces and collars. Or...
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Dutch Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Set of 5 Antique Prints of Various Animals and Ornaments by Haas 'c.1800'
Located in Langweer, NL
The set of five charming antique prints showcases a collection of various animals and ornamental designs, likely engraved by P. Haas after M. Liverati. These prints, dating back to a...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Early 19th Century Greek Original Icon with Presentation Info on Side
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique early 19th century Greek original icon painted and brass inlaid panel with presentation info on the side.
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Greek Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Swedish Folk Art Panel
Located in Greenwich, CT
Early 19th Century Swedish folk painted wall decoration depicting flowers and plants, painted on re-purposed home spun cloth, in wonderful blues, golds and grey tones.
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Swedish Folk Art Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
Materials
Fabric
Antique Print of Spanish Military Costumes, 'c.1810'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Spanisches Militär - Jäger Infanterist - Cavallerist'. Original antique print of Spanish military costumes. It shows infantry an...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Print of the Interior of St Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, c.1820
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Veduta interna della Basilica di S. Pietro in Vaticano'. View of the interior of St Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, Rome. Published after Piranesi, circa 1820.
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Set of 3 Antique Prints of Turkish Costumes and Utensils in the Middle Ages
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of three original antique prints depicting Turkish costumes and utensils in the Middle Ages. This print originates from 'Planches du Tableau Histo...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Original Hand-Colored Antique Print of a Sanga Ox 'Bos Africanus' of Africa
Located in Langweer, NL
Original antique print of a Sanga ox (Bos Sanga Saltii). This print originates from 'Bilderbuch fur Kinder' by F.J. Bertuch. Friedrich Johann Bertuch (1747-1822) was a German publish...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Georgian Silkwork Embroidery Depicting a Woman with a Lamb, Yorkshire
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE ORIGINAL GEORGE III SILK AND GILT THREAD NEEDLEWORK EMBROIDERY
A charming depicting of a young woman holding a lamb in a landscape.
The artist has expertly used different t...
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British George III Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Gesso, Silk, Glass, Wood
Ceremony for the Son of the King in the Village of Mua on Tongatapu, Tonga, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'De Natsche, eene plechtigheid ter eere van 's Konings Zoon op Tongataboo'.
Antique print depiciting a ceremony for the son of the King of Tonga in the villa...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Set of 10 Antique Prints of Cabinets and Other Furniture by Sheraton '1805'
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of ten antique prints of cabinets and other furniture. These prints originate from 'The General Artist's Encyclopaedia' by Thomas Sheraton. Published 1803-1805.
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Bird Print of the Snowy Owl by Sepp & Nozeman, 1809
By M. Houttuyn, J.C. Sepp
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Strix Nyctea'. The snowy owl (Bubo scandiacus) is a large, white owl of the typical owl family. Snowy owls are native to Arctic regions in North America and Eur...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
French 18th Century Oil on Canvas Mother and Twin Babies Fecundity after Lemoyne
By François Lemoyne
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine French 18th century oil on canvas "Fecundity" After Francois Lemoyne (French, 1688-1737) Depicting a young mother holding her twin her infant babies on her arms, within a...
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French Louis XV Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
MARRIAGE OF CUPID AND PSYCHE OIL ON CANVAS in Giltwood Kent Style Frame
Located in Reepham, GB
This oil on canvas is a meticulous reproduction of Giovanni Francesco Penni’s “Marriage of Cupid and Psyche” fresco (1517-18) from Villa Farnesina, Rome. Framed in an intricately car...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paint
Regency British Botanical Watercolor of Tulips
Located in Downingtown, PA
British Botanical Watercolor of Tulips,
19th century
The beautifully framed and matted botanical watercolor depicts four different tulips.
Dime...
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Georgian Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Print of Antonaki Ramadani, Minister from the Ottoman Porte, 1818
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print of 'His Excellency Antonaki Ramadani'. Minister of the Ottoman Porte to His Britannic Majesty.' Original antique print of The military costume of Turkey. This print ori...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Framed Antique Vellum Land Indenture, 1811, London
Located in Morristown, NJ
Vellum land indenture, 1811, London. Parties mentioned include Richard Phillip Higham, Henry Parry, and John Alliston.
The document contains two seals. The blue seal is likely a scrivener's seal. Scriveners were granted authority to draft contracts, wills, and documents similar to deeds that conveyed assets from one party to another. The red wax seal...
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British Georgian Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Animal Skin, Glass, Wood
Antique Costume Print of Ruben's Wife in 1620, Published in 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique costume print titled 'Rubens Weib - la Femme de Rubens'.
This print depicts Rubens's wife. Originates from a rare costume book titled 'Sammlun...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Rare Hand-Colored Engraving of a Lady from Moscow with a Child, Russia, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique costume print titled 'Eine Moskauerin'.
This print depicts a Lady from Moscow with a child, Russia. Originates from a rare costume book titled...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Botany Engraving of Linum Catharticum, circa 1817
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique botany print titled 'Linum Catharticum'. Hand colored engraving of Linum Catharticum, also known as purging flax, or fairy flax. This print originates from 'Flora Londinensis...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Print of a Man of the Island of Tanna, New Hebrides, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Man van het Eiland Tanna'.
Antique print depicting a man of the island of Tanna, New Hebrides. Originates from 'Reizen Rondom de W...
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Antique Early 19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
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