Engraving of a Guardian of the Fort: The Medieval Arbaletrier, 1847

Title: "Medieval Bourgeois: A Portrait of Urban Sophistication" Description: This print appears to depict a man of the bourgeoisie, the urban middle class, during the medieval perio...

Title: "Scholar of the Arts: The Medieval Academic" Description: This print illustrates a learned individual, likely a doctor of the arts or a scholar, from the medieval period. The...

Title: "Medieval Merchants in Discourse" Description: This colorful print is titled "Marchands," which means "Merchants" in French, suggesting that it portrays a scene of merchants ...

Title: "Charge of Valor: The Medieval French Knight" Description: This vibrant antique print captures the dynamic energy of a French knight in full gallop. ...

The image depicts a person labeled "Docteur des Lois," which translates to "Doctor of Laws." This term historically refers to an individual who has achieved advanced scholarly status in the field of law, equivalent to the modern term "Juris Doctor." The figure is seated at a lectern, deeply engrossed in a large book, which likely represents legal texts or scholarly works. The individual is attired in a robe with a fur-lined cape, suggesting a status of academic or professional distinction. The robe is red, a color often associated with higher education and learning. The headwear appears to be a type of turban, which was a common academic regalia in certain cultures and times. The setting and attire suggest that this person is a scholar or a high-ranking legal professional, possibly a university professor or a magistrate from the medieval or Renaissance period. 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...

The image depicts two medieval peasants, as indicated by the caption "Paysans," which is French for "Peasants". The figure on the left is wearing a simple tunic with leggings and a...

This etching by John Taylor Arms is titled "Guardians of the Spire." John Taylor Arms(1887-1953) was a famous printmaker in the early 20th century. This etching features two griffin ...

"The Monument" W H Toms, scup (engraver) Plate size; 13.75 X 8.25 Frame size: 23.5 X 18 The print is hand colored, and framed with museum grade mat and carved frame.

Mezzotint engraving, 1799, The First of September, after painting by George Moreland. Moreland was a noted London landscape and genre painter. By the...

Copperplate engraving of the nativity printed on hand laid paper. The piece has an incredible level of fine detail for the diminutive size of the work. ...

Steel engraving of the portrait of Peter Paul Rubens, 19th century. Measures: H 27cm, L 20cm.

This original wood engraving is titled “The Restaurant of the House of Representatives, Washington, DC.” It was published as a double-page image, in the August 12, 1893 issue of the famous 19th century newspaper Harper’s Weekly. The print was illustrated by Charles Stanley Reinhardt. The House Restaurant, a unique part of life in the Capitol, has been in the same location since the 1857 Capitol Expansion. Congressional members’ busy work schedule made the availability of food on site a necessity. But the restaurant also served as an informal meeting spot for members to continue conversations and deal making. This 1893 print illustrates the convivial atmosphere. Details including elegantly dressed tables...