German Prints

Vintage botanical mushroom illustration print, published by E. Hochdanz, Stuttgart (Germany), circa late 19th – early 20th century, featuring meticulously hand-colored depictions of ...

"Phytanthoza Iconographia": Set of Twelve Botanical Engravings by Johann Weinmann, Circa 1737–1745 A fine and historically significant set of twelve original copperplate engravings ...

Renaissance Wind Cosmology Woodcut with Globe & Elemental Winds, 1590 This striking late 16th-century German woodcut page originates from an early ency...

Rivinus botanicals: Lotus, Lathyrus & Hedysarum, Leipzig, 1690s Set of three late-17th/early-18th-century botanical copper engravings with period hand-colour, attributed to Augustus...

St Mary Protectress of Innocents, Antique German Chromolithograph c.1900 This exceptionally tender and beautifully composed late 19th–early 20th century German chromolithograph depi...

Antique Botanical Prints Alpine Flora Set of 8, Chromolithographs, 1897 A beautifully cohesive set of eight late 19th-century botanical prints depicting a variety of alpine flowerin...

The Angelus at Sunset, After Millet, Antique European Chromolithograph This atmospheric late 19th-century European chromolithograph presents a devotional rural scene inspired by Jea...

Set of three original antique fish prints. Star fish, Peprilus paru 78, and swordfish, Xiphias gladius 79. Haddock, Melanogrammus aeglefinus 84, and Atlantic cod, Gadus morhua 85. Jo...

Rivinus botanicals: Anonis, Hedysarum & Genista hispanica, Leipzig, 1690s Set of three late-17th/early-18th-century botanical copper engravings with period hand-colour, attributed t...

Antique New Mexico Landscape Print, Wagon Train Scene, Meyer 1850s This atmospheric mid-19th-century engraving presents a striking frontier landscape titled “Landschaft bei der Furt...

Antique Alpine Flower Prints Set of 8, Elegant Botanical Wall Decor, c.1897 A refined and highly decorative set of eight antique alpine botanical ch...

"Phytanthoza Iconographia": Set of Four 18th-Century Weinmann Engravings of Grapes Circa 1740 A superb suite of four original antique botanical e...

Antique print of a dog from Baffin Bay, located between Baffin Island and the west coast of Greenland. Top image shows a dog sled. This print originates from ...

Title: Natural Bridge of Virginia, Hand-Colored Landscape Engraving, Original 19th Century Description: An original nineteenth-century hand-colored engraving depicting the famous Na...

Mantis, Stick Insects & Grasshoppers – Antique Prints, Set of 3, 1908 Description: A striking set of three original color lithographs from Richard Tümpel's landmark natural history ...

Jesus Blessing the Children – Antique German Catholic Chromolithograph, c. 1890 This beautiful late 19th-century German chromolithograph depicts one of the most tender and beloved scenes in Christian iconography: Jesus blessing the children. Christ stands centrally in a serene pastoral landscape, gently extending his hands in a gesture of protection and compassion, while two children approach Him with trust and reverence. The soft light of the halo frames His head, reinforcing the sacred presence, while the surrounding greenery and distant buildings create a peaceful biblical setting. This image reflects the powerful theme from the Gospel of Matthew, “Let the little children come to me,” and was widely used in Catholic devotional culture for home altars, schools, and parish settings during the late Victorian period. The gentle facial expressions, flowing robes, and rich harmonious colors are all characteristic of high-quality German chromolithography from the late 19th century. Chromolithography allowed for exceptional depth of color and painterly effects, closely imitating oil painting. This example shows especially fine tonal transitions in the robes, sky, and landscape, as well as excellent detail in the figures and foliage. The overall visual impression is warm, calm, and deeply devotional, making this print particularly appealing to Catholic art collectors and religious interiors. Pieces of this type were often displayed in framed settings above prayer corners, in churches, or in Catholic family homes and have become increasingly collectible as surviving examples in good condition grow scarcer. Its subject matter gives it lasting spiritual and decorative appeal and makes it a timeless devotional artwork. CONDITION REPORT Good antique condition overall. Light even age toning to the paper, consistent with late 19th-century chromolithographs. Minor softening at the edges and faint handling traces visible upon close inspection. No major stains, no tears, and no restoration observed. The colors remain vibrant and well preserved. FRAMING TIPS This print would be beautifully enhanced with a classic gold-leaf or champagne-gilt wooden frame combined with a wide ivory or warm cream mat. For a more contemporary sacred interior, a soft walnut or dark oak frame with museum glass would provide excellent contrast and visual depth while keeping the devotional character intact. TECHNIQUE Chromolithography MAKER German devotional publisher, Germany, circa 1890 KEYWORD BLOCK Jesus blessing children, Jesus the Friend of Children, antique catholic print...

Nicely framed in gold with matting. Two images darker than others but all came together and work together.

Mater Dolorosa, 1899 German Chromolithograph of the Sorrowful Mother, Dresden This exquisite late-19th-century chromolithograph of the Mater Dolorosa—“Sorrowful Mother”—was printed ...

Antique Sugarcane Chromolithograph, Teboe Monjet and Teboe Rapooh Kiang, 1892 Description This large chromolithographic plate illustrates two distinct sugarcane varieties cultivated...

Karl Blossfeldt — Framed Photogravure: Natural Grace, 1942 A striking Karl Blossfeldt photogravure from the 1942 edition of Wunder in der Natur. Retaining its original condition, i...

European Bird Eggs Lithographs, Set of Two – Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 1890s Description: This exquisite pair of chromolithographs, titled Eier europäischer Vögel I & II (Eg...

Striking early academic natural history study by Richard Müller (German, 1874–1954), depicting a fish skeleton transitioning into a detailed crustacean (shrimp or crayfish) rendered ...

Pair of Curtis’s Botanical Magazine Hand-Coloured Engravings, Portuguese Flag and Branching Moraea, Sydenham Edwards 1803 and 1804 This pair of hand-coloured copperplate engraving...

Art Nouveau Glass & Historic Glassmaking, Pair of Meyers Chromolithographs This attractive pair of original chromolithographs was published by Meyers Konversations-Lexikon in Leipzig in 1898 and illustrates the remarkable history and artistic development of glassmaking from antiquity through the Art Nouveau period. The first plate, titled "Glaskunstindustrie I," presents an international survey of historic glass objects. Featured examples include Phoenician-Assyrian glass, Roman vessels, Venetian millefiori glass, Venetian network glass, Egyptian mosque lamps, Persian bowls, German enamelled glass...

Antique Gemstone Prints Set of 4, Blue & Green Minerals, Bauer c.1900 Description: A refined and visually balanced set of four antique gemstone prints, published circa 1900 in Bauer...

Antique Gamboge Botanical Print, Garcinia Cambogia, Hand Colored, c.1831 This original botanical engraving depicts Garcinia Cambogia, a tropical tree valued for producing gamboge, a...

Rivinus botanicals: Cracca, Lotus lybica & Foenugracum, Leipzig, 1690s Set of three late-17th/early-18th-century botanical copper engravings with period hand-colour, attributed to A...

A countrycore Jung Koch Quentell pull-down wall chart showing the brown hair and the common rabbit. Used as teaching material in German schools. Colorful print on paper reinforced wi...

Karl Blossfeldt — Framed Photogravure: Natural Grace, 1942 A striking Karl Blossfeldt photogravure from the 1942 edition of Wunder in der Natur. Retaining its original condition, i...

Wading Birds & Cranes Print: Flamingo, Stork, Ibis, Bustard – Antique 1867 This elegant antique print depicts a variety of wading birds and cranes, including flamingos, storks, ibis...

Antique Solar Study Chart “Die Sonne”, Meyers Scientific Plate Leipzig c.1900 A visually compelling and richly detailed antique chromolithograph titled “Die Sonne” (The Sun), publis...

Turtles & Tortoises Print: Sea Turtle, Snapping Turtle, Terrapin – Antique 1867 This detailed antique print depicts various turtles and tortoises, including sea turtles, snapping tu...

Antique Date Palm & Coconut Botanical Scene, Phoenix & Cocos, c.1831 Description: This richly illustrated botanical scene depicts the date palm (Phoenix dactylifera) and coconut pal...

Antique print titled 'Der Moderne Kleidermacher XII'. German fashion print, published circa 1900. Four men showing various outfits (incl. long jackets/coats), all wearing hats.

Set of Three Dragonfly Lithographs by Richard Tümpel, Germany, 1908 Description: A superb set of three original color lithographs from Richard Tümpel's monumental work Die Geradflüg...

Title: Set of Three Dragonfly Lithographs from Die Geradflügler Mitteleuropas 1908 Description: A striking set of three original scientific lithographs depicting dragonflies and dam...

Rivinus botanicals: Cracca, Genista & Coronilla, Leipzig, 1690s (set of 3) Set of three late-17th/early-18th-century botanical copper engravings with period hand-colour, attributed ...

Antique Palm Tree Botanical Print, Exotic Tropical Plate, German Atlas 1885 An impressive original double-page botanical plate (Tafel 21) from M. Fünf...

Floral Symphony: Müller's 1904 Botanical Illustrations This collage comprises three botanical prints from Walter Müller's 1904 tome, which meticu...

Antique Cosmos Study of Nebulae “Nebelflecke”, Meyers Leipzig c.1900 A visually striking and intellectually compelling antique chromolithograph titled “Nebelflecke” (Nebulae), publi...

Title: Genesee Falls, Rochester – Antique Waterfall Engraving, New York State This dramatic nineteenth-century engraving depicts the spectacular Gen...

Antique Bixa Botanical Print, Bixa Orellana (Annatto), c.1831 Description: This vibrant botanical engraving illustrates Bixa Orellana, the annatto plant, valued for its seeds which ...

Holy Family at Work with Saint Joseph – Antique German Chromolithograph, 1900 This deeply devotional and beautifully detailed antique German chromolithograph depicts the Holy Family...

Antique Chromolithograph Pair, Ceramics Through the Ages, Meyers 1898 This attractive pair of original chromolithographs illustrates the history and artistic development of ceramics...

Allegory of Emperor Charles VI and the Habsburg Monarchy, c.1720 A large and visually impressive Baroque allegorical engraving celebrating the reign of Emperor Charles VI (1685–1740...

Antique Chromolithograph Aurora Borealis Polar Lights, Meyers 1900 A beautifully composed and scientifically intriguing antique chromolithograph depicting the phenomenon of the Auro...

Antique Botanical Print – Exotic Orchid Odontoglossum Wattianum, c.1888 Description: A richly colored and finely detailed botanical print of the orchid 'Odontoglossum wattianum', or...

Antique map France titled 'Normannia Galliae celebris Provincia in terras suas Ballisiatus (..)'. Decorative regional map of Normandy, France, circa ...

St. Anthony of Padua with Infant Christ, c.1905 German Chromolithograph (Seiberl) This beautiful early 20th-century chromolithograph of St. Anthony of Padua holding the Infant Chris...

Chinese Peacock-Pheasant – Hand-Colored Bird Engraving by Edwards & Seligmann, c.1750–1776 This fine hand-colored engraving depicts the Chinese Peacock-Pheasant (Phasianus alis et caudâ oculatis), an exotic species admired in Europe for its ornate plumage. The bird is shown perched gracefully on a flowering branch, its feathers marked with striking blue and green eye-like spots. Decorative peonies frame the composition, enhancing the print’s ornamental character. The engraving bears multilingual titles: “Der chinesische Phasanenpfau” (German), “Le Paon-Phaisan de la Chine” (French), and the Latin classification Phasianus, alis et caudâ, oculatis. At the lower left, the note G. Edwards ad viv. delin. credits the original life drawing...

Alpine Botanical Prints Set, Primula & Cortusa, Palla Atlas, 1897 Description: A refined and visually harmonious set of four original antique botanical prints from Dr. Eduard Palla’...

Antique Star Chart Northern Hemisphere “Fixsterne”, Meyers Leipzig c.1900 A striking and atmospheric antique astronomical chart titled “Fixsterne d...

JOHANN WILHELM WEINMANN (1683-1741) - PHYTANTHOZA ICONOGRAPHIE - Antique set of six framed 18th century first edition PHYTANTHOZA ICONOGRAPHIE botanical hand colored mezzotint engrav...

European Owls – Antique Hand-Colored Bird Engraving, Vogel IX, c.1800 This finely executed hand-colored engraving presents six European owl species arranged in comparative study, issued as Plate IX (Vogel IX / Oiseaux IX). The plate belongs to the late 18th–early 19th century tradition of scientific ornithology, in which birds were illustrated side by side to support identification, classification, and study. The owls depicted correspond to species recognized today as the Long-eared Owl (Asio otus), shown prominently with its upright posture and distinct ear tufts; the Tawny Owl (Strix aluco), represented in both its grey-brown form and its warmer rufous color morph; the Short-eared Owl (Asio flammeus), identifiable by its paler facial disc and reduced ear tufts; the small but expressive Little Owl (Athene noctua); and a larger, more powerfully built owl commonly identified as the Eurasian Eagle-Owl (*Bubo bubo*), included to demonstrate contrast in scale and form. Each bird is depicted perched on a branch against a neutral ground, allowing close observation of plumage texture, facial structure, and stance. The hand-applied coloring enhances the naturalistic effect, particularly in the subtle gradations of brown, grey, cream, and rust tones characteristic of owl plumage. The bilingual German and French headings reflect the international scholarly audience for whom such plates were produced during this period of expanding scientific exchange. Plates like this were originally issued in ornithological volumes intended for scholars, collectors, and educated amateurs. Today they are valued both for their scientific relevance and their decorative appeal. The balanced composition of six distinct species on a single sheet makes this print especially attractive to collectors of natural history, bird enthusiasts, and interior designers seeking refined, nature-inspired wall art. Condition report: Good condition. Original hand coloring. Noticeable age toning and patina throughout, with scattered foxing and light surface marks consistent with age. Minor edge wear and small discolorations visible. No modern restoration observed. Framing tips: This print is well suited to a classic museum-style presentation. A soft ivory or light beige mat will complement the aged paper and muted coloration, paired with a medium walnut, light oak, or ebonized frame depending on the desired contrast. UV-protective glazing is recommended to preserve the original hand coloring. Technique: Hand-colored engraving Maker: European school, late 18th–early 19th century Keywords: antique bird print, owl engraving, European owls, ornithology print, hand colored engraving, Vogel IX, Oiseaux IX, natural history print, antique wildlife art, Strix aluco, Asio otus, Asio flammeus, Athene noctua, Bubo bubo, tawny owl, long-eared owl, short-eared owl, little owl, eagle owl, bird illustration, antique zoology, 18th century print, 19th century print, scientific illustration, vintage bird art, collectible print, natural history engraving, European wildlife, decorative wall art, interior design artwork, classic ornithology, antique nature print

Large Mezzotint of Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo German Print, c1850 A dramatic large-format mezzotint depicting Napoleon Bonaparte during the Battle of Waterloo on 18 June 181...

Clerical and Monastic Vestments 1400–1800, Antique Hand-Colored Print This elegant antique costume plate illustrates a wide range of clerical and monastic garments worn within the R...

Karl Blossfeldt — Framed Photogravure: Natural Grace, 1942 A striking Karl Blossfeldt photogravure from the 1942 edition of Wunder in der Natur. Retaining its original condition, i...

Antique Tea Botanical Print, Thea Chinensis, Hand Colored, c.1831 This elegant botanical engraving depicts Thea chinensis, the tea plant, one of the most influential commodities in ...

18th Century Anatomical Skeleton Study Engraving Academic Figure German Edition c1745 This finely engraved anatomical plate presents two standing skeleton figures shown from frontal...

Germany, circa 1810 A set of three early nineteenth century scientific lithographic prints of fish by Johann Friedrich August Krüger in collaboration with engraver Ludwig Schmidt, a...