Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations

Antique print titled 'Faubourg de Yang-fou'. Original old print of the city of Yang-tcheou, in the Province of Che-kian, showing a temple, a monument, a fort, and part of the city wa...

A pillow book was meant to teach a young bride about the art of lovemaking. This rare museum-quality 19th century example is composed of 12 masterfully pai...

Ojibwe Warrior Portrait – Meta-Koosega, Hand-Colored Lithograph, c.1838 The Stoic Warrior: Meta-Koosega of the Ojibwe This poignant hand-colored lithograph titled "Meta-Koosega, a...

This image is lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, showcasing a comparative portrait of two Japanese men ("Japannezen") and two Chinese men ("Chinezen"). The work is part of Brodtma...

Antique print titled ‘Histoire Sainte, Nouveau Testament, Crucifiement.’ This plate shows a scene from the New Testament; The Crucifixion of Jesus...

Renaissance Lady in Profile with Braided Hair and Mantle, circa 15th Century Plate No. 89 from the 1845 publication Costumes Historiques des XIIIe, XIVe et XVe Siècles features a re...

Nicely painted with cows by a stream with building in landscape background. Signed and dated lower left.

This matched pair of antique hand-carved walnut wall brackets were salvaged from an early Victorian house in Montreal, Canada. The brackets are unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Canada in approximately 1850 in the period Victorian style. The brackets are solid walnut in their composition and have ornate decorative carvings. These wall corbels...

Antique print titled 'Het witte huis-konijn, het rots zeezwijntje, de berghaas. Original old print of a rabbit, hares, pika and other rodents. This print originates from 'Volledige n...

A large and decorative antique neoclassical plaster wall plaque with a stunning painted timber frame backed with hessian. In a large landscape form, this handcrafted plaque is decor...

Antique lithograph of Thorvaldsens Museum, Denmark. Published by Baerentzen & Co, circa 1850.

The print is a detailed anatomical illustration of the skeletal structure of a large animal, likely a mammal based on the bone structure. The main focus is on the axial skeleton, sho...

These two antique handcolored lithographs are colored prints from the book "Costume du Moyen Âge" published in 1847. The prints depict detailed ecclesiastical items from the Middle A...

The image is an engraving of the Panthéon in Paris, created by Auguste Bry (1805–1880) and Philippe Benoist (1813–). The Panthéon originally served as a church dedicated to St. Gen...

French porcelain purple Iris plate, circa 1850.

Pair of John Gould hand colored framed lithographs family of toucans. "Pteroglossus Inscriptus" and " Pteroglossus Hypoglaurus" Each signed in plate. Printed by Charles Hullmandell. ...

This original antique print of the butterfly "Urania prometheus" is a detailed illustration that served as a plate in "Dictionnaire Classique des Sciences Naturelles" by Pierre Augus...

Clarkson Stanfield: The Gulf of Salerno This oil painting on canvas shows commercial shipping and fishermen in the Gulf of Salerno. The tower at Vietri is visible in the background...

Decorate a bathroom or a walking closet with this collection of antique "Mode de Paris" fashion prints. Crafted in France during the Napoleon III period...

Antique print titled 'Religieuse Chartreuse'. Print of a Carthusian Nun. This print originates from 'Histoire et Costumes des Ordres Religieux'. The Carthusians, also known as the...

This 1864 engraving features the Emancipation Proclamation in elaborate calligraphic text, with five patriotic vignettes and a small portrait of Lincoln. This is the second issue of ...

French three panel decorative painted canvas folding screen with dogs playing in landscape scenes, perched musical monkeys, and foliage motif. Early 19th century.

Antique print titled 'Plan topographique de Péking'. Plan of the city of Beijing, Peking, China. Published by Formentin & Cie, circa 1830.

This original antique print depicts a young Venetian man, as indicated by the caption "Jeune Vénitien," which translates to "Young Venetian" from French. The young man is dressed i...

Coelestin Brugner (German 1824-1887), a landscape with a stork by the water, oil on canvas, signed (lower right), The painting measures 9 3/8"-inches high x 12 3/8"-inches wide, fram...

An antique hand-colored print by Pierre Auguste Joseph Drapiez, a Belgian naturalist and artist. The print contains depictions of various insects and microorganisms: 1. **Forficule crocipenne:** This refers to a species of earwig. "Forficule" is an old term used for earwigs, and "crocipenne" might indicate a particular species or feature of an earwig. 2. **Mante chlorophée:** This refers to a praying mantis ("Mante religieuse...

Presenting a magnificent 19th-century Orthodox icon The Pantocrator. This piece is painted in tempera on a wooden panel, exemplifying traditional religious artistry from this era. ...

Title: "The Stature of a Milanese Noble: An Artistic Depiction from 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This finely detailed lithograph is part of the 1847 seminal work "Costume du Moyen Âge," which portrays a Milanese nobleman, attired in the fashion of the Middle Ages. The nobleman stands in a dignified pose, with a slight turn to the side that suggests movement or the commencement of an address. His garment is a robust, terracotta-hued robe, which falls in heavy folds to the ground, indicating the weight and quality of the fabric. The robe features elegant blue cuffs and a blue collar, which provide a contrast to the warm primary color and are adorned with diamond-shaped embellishments, implying a subtle yet unmistakable wealth. Atop his head sits a distinctive chapeau with a jaunty feather, adding a touch of personal flair to his ensemble. This hat, along with his full, neatly groomed beard, contributes to the air of wisdom and experience that the nobleman exudes. His expression is one of contemplation and sagacity, with eyes that appear to be observing or assessing the scene before him. As in other plates from the collection, the background is left intentionally plain, directing the viewer’s focus to the subject and his elaborate attire. This lithograph not only captures the fashion and dignity of a nobleman from Milan but also serves as a cultural and historical record, revealing the meticulous attention to detail in costume design and social hierarchy of the time. The lithograph serves as a visual study of the mores and attire of the period, crafted with reverence for the historical accuracy and an appreciation for the aesthetics of medieval clothing...

Les Sylphides – The Water's Edge, Romantic Nude Lithograph, Paris circa 1840 This elegant 19th-century lithograph titled Les Sylphides – The Water’s Edge (Le bord de l’étang) is a r...

Antique print titled 'Botokudenfamilie. Famille des Botokudes'. Original antique steel engraving showing Botocudo, South American Indian peopl...

"Pleasures of Winter" Maintains the appropriate markings along with "New York, Published by N. Currier 152 Nassau Street. (The firm was located here in lower Manhattan from 1837-1872) The lithograph portrays a woman leaving her stately home with her two children, being escorted by two drivers to ride in a double seated horse drawn sleigh. In the background is a snowy field with other houses and a loaded horse drawn timber sleigh. In addition to the Amon Carter Museum in Dallas, an example of "Pleasures of Winter" is in: The Library of Congress The Springfield Museum (Massachusetts) Gift of Lenore and Sydney Alpert) Metropolitan Museum of Art (Gift of Colgate 1962) Museum of Fine Arts Boston (Donated by Lee M. Friedman) Dimensions: actual= 16 1/2" h x 23 13/16" w matte= 19 1/2" h x 25 1/4" w folio= 21 9/16" h x 27 1/2" w with frame= 26 1/4" h x 32 1/4" w frame= 1 1/4" burl bird's eye maple It is in very good all original condition; and housed and professionally mounted in a fine quality and attractive bird's eye maple wooden frame with preservation backing and frontal protective glass (important when dealing with 170 year old lithographs); it is the rare and desirable Currier large folio sheet example in fine original color. There is minor foxing and a tideline upper center (see images). The larger folios are more rare because they appealed to the wealthier sector of the population and were more expensive, thus fewer were made, albeit, knowing their more discerning customer base, there was more attention given to detail; hand coloring, and quality for example. This example has been framed and housed in museum quality conservation backing for over 80 years. I have had it professionally taken apart and I inspected the folio visually, and examined it with a black light and loop; as a result, I guarantee and can attest to the accuracy of my description of the lithograph. I then had the folio professionally remounted in it's original frame with an upgraded preservation backing (see images of original folios out of frame and for confirmation of inspection). This lithograph has no tears, no touch up paint, and no glued or taped repairs. This is one of the four iconic and highly desirable set of lithographs made by Nathaniel Currier (1813-1888) dated 1855 from the American Country Life series. They are named; Spring "May Morning"; Summer "Summer Evening"; Fall ""October Afternoon"; and Winter "Pleasures of Winter". The lithograph was produced from the painting of well known artist Frances (Fanny) Flora (Bond Palmer (1812-1876). She painted typical American scenes of daily American life that were used by Currier for years to come. She was an accomplished artist by the time she migrated to the United States from England, and Currier commissioned her to do the country scenes for this series. Each of the original images are toned lithographs with applied hand painted watercolor. The lithograph reflects an affluent life style, showcasing grandiose homes and glamorizing the rural way of living as urban areas became more densely populated with the tidal wave and arrival of immigrants. Nathaniel Currier began his lithograph business in 1835 with hand colored images portraying outdoor panoramic, historical, pastoral, and landmark scenes and events, with which the middle class and the wealthy sought to decorate their houses. James Ives (1824-1895) was his accountant) and would join him later in 1857 to help run the business. The hand painted lithograph is embellished with script text in the bottom margin of the folio "Entered according to art of congress in the year 1855 by N. Currier in the clerk's office of the southern district of N.Y." "F.F Palmer...

This print originates from ‘Das Buch der Welt‘ by Carl Hoffmann. Published in Stuttgart, 1847. Lithographs by Engelhorn and Hochdanz.

Antique print titled 'Patagonier - Patagon et Patagones'. This print depicts natives of Patagonia. Originates from 'Naturgeschichte und Abbildungen des Menschen der verschiedenen Ras...

Antique print titled ‘Histoire Sainte, Nouveau Testament, La Présentation de Notre Seigneur.’ This plate shows a scene from the New Testament; The Presentation of Jesus at the Temple...

Set of two antique prints titled 'Citrus Decumana' and 'Xanthochymus Dulcis'. It depicts the citrus decumana and xanthochymus dulcis. The citrus decumana is a tree from Southeast Asia producing large fruits resembling grapefruits. The xanthochymus dulcis yields three different types of fleshy bright orange fruit. These prints originate from 'Fleurs, Fruits et Feuillages Choisis de l'Ile de Java' by Berthe Hoola Van...

Crocodiles, Lizards & Reptiles Print: Alligator, Monitor, Iguana – Antique 1867 This striking antique print depicts crocodiles, alligators, lizards, monitors, and iguanas, rendered ...

Antique botanical print titled 'Spigelia Anthelminthique'. This print shows the a Spigelia species, pinkroot is a common name for plants in this genus. Spigelia is a genus of floweri...

Japanese Edo Period Nabashima Porcelain Blue Plate with Three Sake Bottles, Ca. 1850 PERIOD Edo Period ((1603-1868) – Mid-19...

Title: "Traditional Attire of a Man from Mardin in 19th Century Lithograph" This lithograph, titled "Turc de Mardin," features a man from Mardin, a city in what is now Turkey. The i...

Antique print titled 'Équitation Francaise 1834 (.) Course au Clocher (.)'. Original lithograph of a horse race. Published by Ch. Motte, circa 1830.

The two prints are lithographs from the book *Exploration of the Valley of the Amazon*, made by the U.S. Navy Department in 1854. This book chronicles an expedition undertaken to exp...

The print for sale is an original antique and hand-colored print and shows a figure labeled "Jeune Italien," which translates to "Young Italian." The individual is depicted in profi...

This lithograph, attributed to Karl Joseph Brodtmann, is an example of his ethnographic work, from the 1835 series. It features two individuals labeled as "Bewoners van Kamtschatka" (Inhabitants of Kamchatka), representing the indigenous people of the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia’s far east. Description: This lithograph depicts two portraits, a woman and a man, identified as residents of Kamchatka, a remote and rugged region in the Russian Far East, inhabited by various indigenous groups, including the Koryaks, Itelmens, and Chukchi. 1. The woman (top) wears a traditional headscarf and a loose-fitting, gathered top...

The image is labeled "Juge criminel anglais," which translates to "English Criminal Judge." The figure depicted is wearing a long, flowing robe with a blue undergarment and a red cape, which is indicative of the traditional robes worn by English judges, especially in higher courts. The judge also wears a white coif, which was a typical head covering for English judges and serjeants-at-law. He carries a staff, which may symbolize authority or the office of the judiciary. His belt is richly decorated, suggesting the importance and high status of his position within the legal system. The robes and coif show significant detail, such as the fur lining on the cape and the gold fastening on the belt, which alludes to the formality and solemnity of the judicial office. The judge's expression is stern and somber, reflecting the serious nature of his role in adjudicating criminal matters. Egg whites can be applied as a varnish over pigments to enhance their brightness and to protect the colors. This application could make the colors appear more vivid and also add a slight glossy sheen to the surface of the image. Egg yolk, on the other hand, was commonly used as a binding agent in paint. It forms the basis of tempera paint, a medium that was widely used before the advent of oil painting. Egg yolk helps to create a durable and long-lasting color that adheres well to various surfaces. In the context of the print from 1847, it's less likely that egg whites or yolks were used directly on the print, as by that time, commercial printing processes would have been more advanced and less reliant on such manual methods. However, if this print is a representation of an earlier style or is meant to mimic the appearance of hand-painted manuscripts...

Wonderful image of Montreal Fine steel engraving Published by Thomas Kelly, London circa 1840 Unframed.

Untitled print (Pl. XLV) depicting various seashells. This print originates from "A History of the Earth and Animated Nature" by Oliver Goldsmith. Published by A. Fullarton & Co, Lon...

Antique map titled 'Verein-Staaten von Nord-America, Mexico, Yucatan u.a.'. Very detailed map of the United States of America showing the ...

Yakut People in Traditional Attire, 1844 Handcolored Lithographs These 1844 handcolored lithographs feature individuals from the Yakut community, part of Auguste Wahlen's extensive ...

Title: "Striking 1844 Lithograph of a Formosan Warrior in Traditional Attire" This print is a handcolored lithograph from the "Moeurs, Usages et Costumes de tous les Peuples de Mond...

Traditional Archery and Infantry Gear: Kirghiz and Kalmouk Warriors in 1844 The two tribesmen depicted in the prints are from distinct ethnic groups: 1. Kirghiz - The individual la...

19th Century Botanical Lithograph of Aphelandra Porteana by Louis van Houtte This is a botanical illustration of Aphelandra porteana, a plant commonly known as Zebra Plant, due to t...

"Indostan People's Traditional Attire Depicted in Auguste Wahlen's 19th Century Prints" This lithograph represents a man from the common people of Hindustan, captured in his traditi...

Title: "Striking 19th-Century Lithograph of a Cochin Soldier by Auguste Wahlen" This colorful lithograph, part of Auguste Wahlen's renowned work "Moeurs, Usages et Costumes de tous les Peuples de Monde" (Customs, Manners and Dress of All the Peoples of the World), depicts a Cochin soldier standing guard. Dressed in a vividly colored uniform with an ornamental hat, this image captures the unique military attire and stance, highlighted against a backdrop of traditional architecture. The lithograph was skillfully created by an unknown engraver, published in 1843 in Paris by the collaborative efforts of publishers Poiree, Pilout, Duterte, and Martinon. Utilizing handcolored lithography, the technique vividly portrays the textures and colors, making the figure nearly lifelike. These prints are sought after for their artistic quality and their detailed portrayal of historical costumes and settings, which appeal to collectors and historians alike. Keywords: 19th-century lithographs, Cochin soldier, military prints, Auguste Wahlen, cultural heritage, antique military uniforms...

Antique print titled ‘Histoire Sainte, Nouveau Testament, Pilate lave ses Mains.’ This plate shows a scene from the New Testament; Pilate washing his Hands.’ This print originates...

Title: "Maid of Orléans: A Symbol of Valor" Description: This original handcolored antique print portrays an iconic historical figure, the Maid of Orléans, known for her pivotal rol...

These two lithographs are part of the series depicting the native peoples of Van Diemen’s Land, now known as Tasmania, drawn by Carel Christiaan Antony Last for the natural history b...

A rare carving by Luigi Frullini depicting 3 young figures reading. Very fine detail done in virtuoso technique. Signed and framed on n ebonized oak period frame from Anderson Art Co...

Title: "Charles VI: The Well-Beloved Monarch" Description: This print depicts Charles VI of France, known as Charles the Well-Beloved, later nicknamed Charles the Mad due to his per...

Description: This original antique print, labeled "Jeune Italien, No. 2," which translates to "Italian Youth, No. 2," depicts a young man in what appears to be a Renaissance-period a...

Title: "Ecclesiastical Splendor: The Archbishop's Regalia in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This historically rich lithograph from the 1847 edition of "Costume du Moyen Âge" d...