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Antique Print of a Swiss Horse
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Schweizer Pferd'. Original old lithograph of a Swiss horse. This print originates from 'Naturgeschichte und Abbildungen der Säugethiere: nach den neuesten Syste...
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Antique Print of a Swiss Horse
Antique Print of a Swiss Horse
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Hand-Colored Botanical Lithograph of Hemp, Flax, and Horehound, Calwer, 1854
Located in Langweer, NL
Hand-Colored Botanical Lithograph of Hemp, Flax, and Horehound, Calwer, 1854 This vibrant botanical lithograph is from Carl Georg Calwer’s *Deutschlands Technische Pflanzen* (1854...
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1850s Antique Prints

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Botanical Prints: French Marigold, African Marigold & Gaillardia Pulchella, 1897
Located in Langweer, NL
Trio of Antique Botanical Prints: French Marigold, African Marigold & Gaillardia Pulchella This brilliant set of antique botanical prints highlights "French Marigold" (Tagetes Pat...
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1890s Antique Prints

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Antique Print of an Arabic Horse Named Gentile
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Gentile - af ryska Hingsten Bajazet och arabiska Stoet Molly. Född 1821'. original antique print with hand coloring of a horse named Gentile. Published by or af...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Prints

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Frank Stella , Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 1969, 1984
Located in Den Haag, NL
Original Oversize Period Museum Exhibition Lithographic Poster Protractor Variation 'FRANK STELLA, (American, Born 1936) Protractor Variation, 1969 Fluorescent- alkyd on canvas, 1...
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1980s Modern Vintage Prints

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Wassily Kandinsky Silk Screen Print Titled Riding Couple
Located in Miami, FL
Wassily Kandinsky silk screen print. Titled: Riding Couple, original painted in 1906, harmonious and perfect form among geometrical shapes. This from the 1990 edition published in h...
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20th Century German Prints

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Antique Portrait of Christian II of Denmark by Janszoon, 1615
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique portrait titled 'Christiernus II (..)'. Portrait of Christian II of Denmark. This print originates from 'Tooneel der keyseren ende coningen van christenryck sedert den onderg...
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17th Century Antique Prints

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Set of 11 Framed Lithographs by Salvador Dalí
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 11 lithographs by Salvador Dalí consisting of the following prints: 1. Virgil's Admonishment - Purgatory #5 2. The Neglectful - Purgatory #3 3. Paradise 25 - St. James of Hope 4. News of the Limbos - Inferno #4 5. The Law of Climbing...
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1970s French Vintage Prints

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Antique Map of Peru in South America by Blaeu, circa 1645
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Peru'. Original antique map of Peru. With cartouche, compass rose, ships and two sea-monsters. Published by W. Blaeu, circa 1645.
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Mid-17th Century Antique Prints

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Eared Jellyfish: Detailed Engraving from Bertuch's Children's Encyclopedia, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
### Description This beautifully detailed engraving of the eared jellyfish (*Aurelia aurita*) is a captivating representation from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's renowned *Bilderbuch für...
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Early 1800s Antique Prints

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Original Antique Print of an Apple, circa 1860
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of an apple Chromo-lithograph. Original colour Published circa 1860 Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. ...
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1860s English Victorian Antique Prints

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Three Antique Architecture Prints of Various Building Plans and Facades, c.1770
Located in Langweer, NL
"Architectural Elegance: Neoclassical Facades and Floor Plans from 'Recueil Élémentaire d’Architecture' by Jean-Francois de Neufforge" offers a captivating glimpse into the rich heri...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Prints

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Scenes from 17th Century Chile: A Glimpse of Early Indigenous Cultures, 1673
Located in Langweer, NL
The image is a historical copper engraving from 1673, taken from the German edition of Arnoldus Montanus' work, which is known for its depiction of the Americas and the Southern land...
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1670s Antique Prints

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The Elegant Andalusian Chicken - A Rare 19th Century Poultry Lithograph
Located in Langweer, NL
The Elegant Andalusian Chicken - A Rare 19th Century Poultry Lithograph This stunning 19th century chromolithograph features a pair of Andalusian chickens, a striking Mediterranea...
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1880s Antique Prints

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Towering Mammoth Tree in California: "Beauty of the Forest" Lithograph of 1856
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Towering Mammoth Tree: "Beauty of the Forest" Lithograph Description: This stunning lithograph, titled "Mammoth Tree: Beauty of the Forest," captures the majesty of one of California's iconic giant sequoias, a true testament to nature's grandeur. This one is likely located in Oakland, near San Francisco in Cafifornia. The composition emphasizes the sheer scale of the tree, rising high above the surrounding forest canopy, with minute human figures at its base to provide a sense of proportion. The scene evokes both awe and tranquility, offering a glimpse into the pristine wilderness that once dominated the American landscape. Created through the detailed process of lithography, this piece was produced by T. Sinclair's renowned lithographic studio in Philadelphia. The precision and delicate shading of the print reflect the artist's dedication to realism, while the warm, earthy tones enhance its timeless appeal. Lithography, celebrated for its ability to capture intricate details, was a revolutionary art form in the 19th century, making this print both a historical and artistic treasure. The Mammoth Trees, California's iconic giant sequoias, are nowadays primarily found in the Sierra Nevada mountain range. The most famous groves include: Giant Forest, located in Sequoia National Park, home to the General Sherman Tree, the largest tree in the world by volume. Mariposa Grove, located in Yosemite National Park, home to the Grizzly Giant and other famous sequoias. Calaveras Big Trees State Park, located in northern California, one of the first groves to be widely publicized. Kings Canyon...
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1850s Antique Prints

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Costume de Printemps – Elegant Early 19th-Century French Fashion Engraving
Located in Langweer, NL
"Costume de Printemps – Elegant Early 19th-Century French Fashion Engraving" This finely detailed hand-colored engraving, titled Costume de Printemps, captures the refined eleganc...
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Early 19th Century Antique Prints

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Antique Bird Print of an Aviary with Various Birds by Le Maout, 1853
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique bird print titled 'Volière des Passereaux'. Original print of an aviary with various birds. This print originates from 'Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux' by M. Emm. le Maout. P...
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19th Century Antique Prints

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Saint Basil, Father of Communal Monasticism in Eastern Christianity, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Saint Basile'. Print of Saint Basil. Basil of Caesarea, also called Saint Basil the Great (330 – January 1 or 2, 379), was a Byza...
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1840s Antique Prints

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Antique Chromolithograph of Niagara Falls – Horseshoe and American Falls, c.1890
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Chromolithograph of Niagara Falls – Horseshoe and American Falls, ca. 1890 This powerful chromolithograph, titled “Der Niagarafall” (Niagara Falls), was printed around 1890 ...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Prints

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Antique Chromolithograph of Coastal Cameroon with Boats and Settlement, ca. 1890
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Chromolithograph of Coastal Cameroon with Boats and Settlement, ca. 1890 This vivid chromolithograph titled “Kamerun” (Cameroon) was produced around 1890 and offers a pictur...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Prints

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Original Antique Greek Mythology Print After J.M.W Turner. C.1850
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image after J.M.W Turner Fine steel engraving Published by Virtue, C.1850 Unframed. Free shipping
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1850s English Classical Greek Antique Prints

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Antique Hand-Colored Print of a Chinese Man, 1843
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique costume print titled 'Bonzes Chinois'. Original antique print of a Chinese man. This print originates from 'Moeurs, usages et costumes de tous les peuples du monde' by August...
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19th Century Antique Prints

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Antique Map of America with California as an Island by Homann '1710'
Located in Langweer, NL
This antique map, titled "Totius Americae Septentrionalis et Meridionalis," represents a significant cartographic piece from 1710 by Johann Baptist Homann. Here's a description of this remarkable map: - Title: Totius Americae Septentrionalis et Meridionalis (...) - Date: Published in 1710 by Johann Baptist Homann. Description: This map is a first edition of Johann Baptiste Homann's map of America, and it is notable for several cartographic features and historical representations: 1. California as an Island...
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Early 18th Century Antique Prints

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Original Antique Print of a Chinese Vase, circa 1900
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of a famille noire Chinese vase. Lovely colors. Chromolithograph Published by Connoisseur, circa 1900 Unframed.
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Early 1900s English Chinoiserie Antique Prints

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French and Italian Renaissance Ornament Prints by H. Dolmetsch, 1887, Set of 4
Located in Langweer, NL
French and Italian Renaissance Ornament Prints by H. Dolmetsch, c. 1880, Set of 4 This exquisite set of four antique prints presents an impressive array of decorative designs from t...
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1880s Antique Prints

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Original Vintage Print of a Psyche Butterfly By E.J Detmold. C.1920
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful image by E.J Detmold Tipped in plate. On paper Lithograph. Published C.1920 The measurement given is the paper size not the actual printed image.
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1920s British Vintage Prints

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Pair of Large Prints of Corals and Starfish in Faux Bamboo Frame, Albertus Seba
Located in Richmond, London
A pair of large and decorative hand-coloured faximile etchings after Albertus Seba, from his monumental work Locupletissimi rerum naturalium thesauri Modern. Why we like it Exquisitely engraved and hand-coloured, the prints evoke the fashion for exoticism in the Enlightenment era Europe. Hand-colored copper-plate engraving, signed in the bottom A. Van der Laan, mounted in a decorative gilt faux bamboo frames. History Albertus Seba (1665-1736), an Amsterdam apothecary, made a fortune in the service of the VOC (the Dutch East India Company) and used that and his far-flung trading network to assemble not one, but two great cabinets of natural history specimens...
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20th Century Dutch Modern Prints

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Pl. 40 Antique Print of Decorative Art in the Middle Ages by Racinet, 1869
Located in Langweer, NL
Old print of decorative art in the Middle Ages. This print originates from 'L'Ornement polychrome'. A beautiful work containing about...
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19th Century Antique Prints

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Garden Elegance: A Triptych of 19th Century Botanical Illustrations, 1896
Located in Langweer, NL
"Garden Elegance: A Triptych of 19th Century Botanical Illustrations" Delight in the timeless beauty of nature with "Garden Elegance," an exquisite collection of three original anti...
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1890s Antique Prints

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Rare 1582 Copper Engraving of Hanseatic House, Antwerp by Guicciardini
Located in Langweer, NL
"Rare 1582 Copper Engraving of Hanseatic House, Antwerp by Guicciardini" This copper engraving, published in 1582 by Christoph Plantin in Antwerp, presents the impressive Hanseatic ...
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16th Century Antique Prints

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East German Vintage Roll-Down Scientific School Chart
Located in North Miami, FL
Vintage East German Educational Chart, roll down poster By Volk Und Wissen, Berlin (Founded In 1945). They were the biggest publishers of educational publications after World War II in the DDR Communist Bloc East Germany. Canvas backed poster...
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1950s German Vintage Prints

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19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Mounted Combat with Spear and Sword
Located in Langweer, NL
19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Mounted Combat with Spear and Sword This original hand-coloured lithograph, produced in 1842, provides a vivid and dynamic glimpse into the...
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1840s Antique Prints

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Rare Hand-Colored Antique Engraving of Flora Lying on a Bed Surrounded by Angels
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Flora'. It shows Flora lying on a bed between the trees. Two angels scatter flowers over her. Around her putti, satyrs and women who collect flowers...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Prints

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Louise Bourgeois 'Inner Life' Limited Edition Lithograph, 1985 - Signed
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Louise Bourgeois 'Inner Life' Limited Edition Lithograph, 1985 - Signed Acquire a rare and captivating piece of contemporary art with this limited edition lithograph titled 'Inner L...
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Prints

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Christ Praying in Gethsemane Engraving – Luke XXII Garden of Olives c.1735
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Christ Praying in Gethsemane Engraving – Luke XXII Garden of Olives c.1735 Description: This moving antique engraving titled “Christ praying in the Mount” illustrates Jesus p...
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1730s English Antique Prints

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Antique Hand-Colored Engraving of a Lady from Denmark, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique costume print titled 'Dänische Dame - Dame de Qualité de Dannemarck 1626'. This print depicts a Lady from Denmark. Originates from a rare costume book titled 'Sammlung von Tr...
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19th Century Antique Prints

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Original Antique Print of a Blue Tit, circa 1880, 'Unframed'
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of a Blue Tit Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Alexander Francis Lydon. Original color P...
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1880s English Folk Art Antique Prints

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Sun Worship Rituals of the Floridians Depicted in Sacrificial Ceremonies, 1734
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Sun Worship Rituals of the Floridians Depicted in Sacrificial and Offering Ceremonies Description: This dramatic 18th-century copperplate engraving presents two related ritua...
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1730s Antique Prints

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Pair of Road Maps of England by John Ogilby
Located in Essex, MA
The first road maps of England. London to Holyhead and London to Carlisle. Nicely framed and matted. These are plates removed from a book. These are fir...
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1690s English Antique Prints

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Antique Religious Print "No. 22" the Resurrection of Lazarus, circa 1840
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled ‘Histoire Sainte, Nouveau Testament, Lazare Ressuscité.’ This plate shows a scene from the New Testament; The Resurrection of Lazarus. This print originates ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Prints

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Art Deco Serigraph by Mexican Artist Ernesto Garcia Cabral Signed
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare signed serigraph by Ernesto Garcia "El Chango" Cabral. 191/200 Titled: "Como me ves..." This beauty is a clear example of Art Deco, the colors are beautiful and ...
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20th Century Mexican Art Deco Prints

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Neoclassical Grandeur: An Architectural Study from the Early 1700s
Located in Langweer, NL
The engraving depicts a classical façade of a building, designed with a series of evenly spaced windows and arches on the ground floor, and rectangular windows on the upper floor. The architectural style is neoclassical, characterized by its symmetry, balanced proportions, and the use of classical elements such as pilasters and pediments. Atop the structure sits a central pediment supported by columns, flanked by statues. This could represent a public building or a grand palatial structure. The precise lines and attention to detail suggest that it was intended for scholarly study or as a record of architectural design. The labeling at the bottom, if any, could provide information on the building's location or the architect, but it's not visible in the image. The engraving is possible part of a series published around the early 18th century by Joan Blaeu, a renowned Dutch cartographer born in 1599 and who passed away in 1673. His works often featured detailed engravings of notable locations. This particular piece would have been published posthumously, as part of a collection that his heirs continued, which was later reissued by publishers like Pierre Mortier. The exact date of publication for this specific engraving is not provided in the information, but it would be within the timeframe of the early 1700s, given the dates of the reissues mentioned and the info behind the watermark that is visible if you hold the print to the light. The text appears in the paper is a historical note about the Honig family, prominent in the Dutch paper manufacturing industry during the 17th and 18th centuries. Jan Jbz. Honig (1688-1757), the white paper manufacturer from Zaandijk, was the son of paper manufacturer Jacob Cz. Honig(h) (1648-1709). Jan began his independent work in 1738 and continued until 1757. He was the younger brother of Cornelis Jbz. Honig (1683-1755), and together they started the company C & J HONIG in 1709. Following a division of the family business in 1738, Jan took over the mill 'De Vergulde Bijkorf' and also acquired the mill 'De Eendracht'. He was married to Trijntje Claes Caescoper (1689-1763) and operated with his son Jacob Jsz. Honig (1712-1780) under the name J(an) HONIG & ZOON. Around 1741, this firm produced Pro Patria paper featuring the emblem of the Hollandse Tuin as a watermark. By 1764, under the direction of his son Jacob, J. HONIG & ZOON supplied paper to the Amsterdam Chamber of the Dutch East India Company, using watermarks including the Amsterdam coat of arms...
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Early 18th Century Antique Prints

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Eduardo Chillida's Abstract Odyssey: "Untitled" Lithography, 1999
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Embark on a visual journey through the abstract realm with Eduardo Chillida's mesmerizing lithography titled "Untitled," crafted in 1999. This limited edition piece, hand-numbered an...
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1990s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Prints

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Original Vintage Print by Edmund Dulac, C.1930
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful image by Edmund Dulac Tipped in plate onto paper Lithograph. Published C.1930 The measurement given is the paper size not the actual coloured printed image. Free ship...
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1930s British Moorish Vintage Prints

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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 Vanity Fair Print 'Charlie' Lord Carrington – 1874
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Vanity Fair Print 'Charlie' Lord Carrington – 1874 This is an original Vanity Fair lithograph dated February 7, 1874, titled "Charlie,"...
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1870s Antique Prints

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The Sjö Castle and Gardens in the Swedish Countryside, 1696
Located in Langweer, NL
The engraving depicts a grand manor house surrounded by formal gardens. It is titled "Facies Splendidissimi Ornatißimique Palatii," which suggests it is an illustration of an opulent and ornate palace. The year noted for the engraving is 1696, and it was engraved by Swidde, referring to Willem Swidde, a Dutch artist known for his work in Sweden and his significant contributions to the collection "Suecia Antiqua et Hodierna" by Erik Dahlbergh...
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1690s Antique Prints

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Barnabite - 1862 Hand-Colored Lithograph of a Barnabite Monk
Located in Langweer, NL
Barnabite - 1862 Hand-Colored Lithograph of a Barnabite Monk This 1862 hand-colored lithograph showcases a Barnabite monk, a member of the Clerics Regular of St. Paul, also know...
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LeRoy Neiman "Stock Exchange" 1977 Print
Located in Toledo, OH
This print of LeRoy Neiman's "Stock Exchange" is from 1977 and is in excellent condition. The print features figures at work at the New York Stock Exchange. LeRoy Neiman (1921-2012) ...
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1970s Vintage Prints

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1897 Vibrant Botanical Prints – Torenia, Speedwell Varieties, and Eccremocarpus
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: 1897 Botanical Prints – Torenia, Speedwell Varieties, and Eccremocarpus This collection of four original botanical prints from 1897 features **Torenia fournieri**, **shrubb...
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1890s Antique Prints

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Antique Print of the New Garden Room of Hall Barn by Campbell, 1725
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Section of a New Garden Room at Hall Barn (..)'. Plan of the garden room for Hall Barn, near Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire. This print originates from 'Vitruvius Britannicus...
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18th Century Antique Prints

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Antique Bird Print of the Spotted Nutcracker by Sepp & Nozeman, 1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Caryocatactes'. This print depicts the Spotted Nutcracker (Caryocatactes - Nucifraga caryocatactes). The spotted nutcracker, Eurasian nutcracker, or just nutcra...
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Late 18th Century Antique Prints

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Change the Plan John Thomas Riddle Black Art Serigraph Rare Proof
By John T Riddle
Located in Mobile, AL
This is a rare proof copy P 7/20 of one of the iconic Black Art Posters of the 1980's. Examples of this work are included in the collection of the Flint Institute of Art, Oakland Mu...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Prints

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Richard Kozlow Superior Signed Modernist Serigraph Artist Proof Unframed 1980s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An abstract modernist serigraph on paper titled "Superior" by Richard Kozlow. Hand signed in pencil on the lower right. Titled and annotated Artist's Proof on the lower left. Publish...
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1980s American Vintage Prints

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Original Vintage Print by Harry Clarke. C.1920
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful image by Harry Clarke Lithograph. Published C.1920 Unframed Free shipping
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1920s British Art Nouveau Vintage Prints

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18th Century Ethnological Engravings of Peruvians and Ecuadorians
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: 18th Century Ethnological Engravings of Peruvians and Ecuadorians Description: These two 18th-century engravings, printed in 1756, are detailed depictions of the social and cultural life in Peru and Ecuador during the colonial era. Created by Quentin-Pierre Chedel (1705–1762), they are part of *Histoire générale des voyages* by Antoine François Prévost, a monumental collection that documented the world's exploration and cultural encounters. First Engraving (Residents of Peru): This print illustrates the residents of Lima, Peru, highlighting the various social classes and ethnic groups present in the region during the colonial period. The detailed engraving captures: A. Femme de Lima en Habit de Ville – A woman from Lima in formal city dress, representing the elite of society. B. Femme en Habit de Ménage – A woman in household dress, typical of a middle or upper-class domestic attire. C. Espagnol vêtu comme on l’est au Pérou – A Spanish man dressed as one would in Peru, showing the influence of Spanish colonial fashion on local attire. D. Mulatresse – A woman of mixed African and European descent, reflecting the diverse ethnic makeup of colonial Peru. E. Nègre Domestique – A domestic servant of African descent, showcasing the role of enslaved individuals in colonial households. The scene is set in a lush, natural landscape, with attention to the differences in social standing and attire. Second Engraving (Residents of Quito, Ecuador): The second engraving, although similar in style, depicts residents of Quito, Ecuador, and provides an ethnological view of the city’s diverse inhabitants. The composition shows: 1. Espagnole de Quito – A Spanish woman of high status, dressed elegantly, representing the colonial upper class in Quito. 2. Indienne de Distinction – An Indigenous woman of notable status, likely representing the local nobility or important community figures. 3. Barbier Indien – An Indigenous barber, reflecting the occupational diversity and social roles of the Indigenous population in colonial society. 4. Métive de Quito – A Métis woman from Quito, showing the mixed-race population that emerged during the colonial era. 5. Paysan Indien – An Indigenous farmer, indicating the essential role of agriculture and rural labor in the economy of colonial Ecuador. 6. Indienne du Commun – A common Indigenous woman, dressed in traditional attire, representing the majority of the Indigenous population. Like the first engraving, this print captures the varied ethnic and social dynamics in a colonial society, with figures placed in a landscape setting, emphasizing the connection between people and their environment. These engravings are not only artistic representations but also important historical records of colonial Latin America...
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Set of 4 Beatle Portraits Lithographs by David Adickes 2017 3/20
By David Adickes
Located in Pasadena, TX
David Adickes was born in Huntsville, Texas in 1927 and graduated from Huntsville High School in 1943. Nearing the end of World War II, at age 17, he joined the U.S. Air Force and regularly traveled to France. “I always liked art and was always drawing in the margins of my book,” Adickes said. “But being in Paris where there are galleries and museums on every corner — as just a small town kid from Huntsville, Texas — that was my turning point.” After completing his service, Adickes returned to Huntsville and earned his bachelor’s degree from Sam Houston...
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2010s North American Modern Prints

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1897 Botanical Prints – Purple Toadflax and Maurandya Barclayana
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: 1897 Botanical Prints – Purple Toadflax and Maurandya Barclayana This pair of original 1897 botanical prints features 'purple toadflax' (Linaria bipartita) and 'Maurandya B...
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1890s Antique Prints

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Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec "Elles" Lithograph
Located in New York, NY
This French Art Nouveau lithograph, "Elles" by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, heavily focuses on women for the portfolio of "Elles," one of Lautrec's greatest achievements in lithography...
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Prints

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Original Vintage Print by Harry Clarke From Poe's "Mystery And Imagination" 1935
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful image by Harry Clarke Originally an illustration from " Tales of Mystery And Imagination " By Edgar Allan Poe. Lithograph. Tipped in plate on paper. Published by Tudor P...
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1930s British Art Nouveau Vintage Prints

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Antique and Vintage Prints for Wall Decor

Prints are works of art produced in multiple editions. Though several copies of a specific artwork can exist, collectors consider antique and vintage prints originals when they have been manually created by the artist or are “impressions” that are part of the artist’s intent for the work.

Modern artists use a range of printmaking techniques to produce different types of prints such as relief, intaglio and planographic. Relief prints are created by cutting away a printing surface to leave only a design. Ink or paint is applied to the raised parts of the surface, and it is used to stamp or press the design onto paper or another surface. Relief prints include woodcuts, linocuts and engravings.

Intaglio prints are the opposite of relief prints in that they are incised into the printing surface. The artist cuts the design into a block, plate or other material and then coats it with ink before wiping off the surface and transferring the design to paper through tremendous pressure. Intaglio prints have plate marks showing the impression of the original block or plate as it was pressed onto the paper.

Artists create planographic prints by drawing a design on a stone or metal plate using a grease crayon. The plate is washed with water, then ink is spread over the plate and it adheres to the grease markings. The image is then stamped on paper to make prints.

All of these printmaking methods have an intricate process, although each can usually transfer only one color of ink. Artists use separate plates or blocks for multiple colors, and together these create one finished work of art.

Find prints ranging from the 18th- and 19th-century bird illustrations by J.C. Sepp to mid-century modern prints, as well as numerous other antique and vintage prints at 1stDibs. Browse the collection today and read about how to arrange wall art in your space.

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