1830s Prints

This lithograph, titled *Schedels* (Skulls), is another detailed work by Carel Christiaan Antony Last from Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's *Volledige Natuurlijke Historie der Zoogdieren* (1...

Title: Village Scene at Astrolabe Bay, New Zealand Description: This finely detailed engraving captures a serene scene of a Maori village located along the shores of Astrolabe Bay...

Title: Maori Chiefs and Families from Hiva Oa and Tewaaiti Description: This lithograph, part of the early 19th-century collection documenting indigenous peoples of the Pacific, f...

Antique bird print titled 'Dottrel'. Old bird print depicting the dotterel bird. This print originates from 'Birds of Europe' by J. Gould (1832-1837). Artists and Engravers: J...

Description: Antique print titled 'Bewohner von Nordw: Amerika'. Lithograph of an inhabitant of Northwest America. This print originates from 'Neuen Bildergalerie für die Jugend'. ...

This lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann is one of his ethnographic works, featuring three portraits: Mico Chlucco, Miranda, and a Juri individual. The portrayal of these figures ref...

Description of the Print This print, titled "De Ontleedkundige Les" (The Anatomy Lesson), is a reproduction of Rembrandt's famous painting "The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp."...

Great print of Sing Sing Steel engraving after W.H Bartlett Published by Virtue 1837 Unframed. The measurement is the paper size. Free shipping  

Great print of State Street Steel engraving after W.H Bartlett Published by Virtue 1837 Unframed. The measurement is the paper size. Free shipping  

Antique print titled 'Syracus'. View of Syracuse, Sicily, Italy. Originates from 'Meyers Universum'. Artists and Engravers: Joseph Meyer (May 9, 1796 - June 27, 1856) was a Germa...

This illustration depicts a pigeon (Columba livia), titled "Columba livia Briss. Mas adult" in Latin, which refers to the adult male rock dove or common pigeon. The artist's signatur...

This lithograph, titled *De Vliegende Maki* (The Flying Lemur), is a striking depiction of the colugo or flying lemur, drawn by Carel Christiaan Antony Last for Heinrich Rudolf Schin...

This original antique print is accompanied by a text sheet starting with "Descriptions plusiers espèces nouvelles du genre LOPHYRUS par H. Schlegel. Memoire accompagnie de trois plan...

Antique print, titled: 'European Francolin (Francolinus vulgaris).' This plate shows the black francolin (Francolinus francolinus). Expertly hand-coloured. John Gould: "Birds of ...

This image showcases two lithographs of primates, drawn by Carel Christiaan Antony Last for Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's *Volledige Natuurlijke Historie der Zoogdieren* (1836). These det...

This combined image depicts two lithographs of various small primates, drawn by Carel Christiaan Antony Last for Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's *Volledige Natuurlijke Historie der Zoogdier...

Original hand-colored engravings from around 1837. They are from Buffon's "Natural History of Animals" books. The designer of these beautiful illustrations is Édouard Travies (1809-1...

This illustration by Franz Sturm shows the female Procellaria pelagica, commonly known as the European storm petrel. The Latin inscription indicates this is the female specimen (L. F...

Description of the Print This print, titled "Het Nieuwe Diep" (The New Deep), depicts a dramatic maritime scene near the coast of Texel, an island in the Netherlands. The scene features a sailboat struggling against turbulent waters, its sails billowing under the force of strong winds. The sky is filled with dark, stormy clouds, adding to the tension of the scene. In the background, other ships are visible, likely heading towards the same destination, navigating through the rough sea. On the left side of the print, a small group of figures is seen standing on a rocky outcrop or pier, possibly awaiting the arrival of the vessels or simply observing the unfolding drama at sea. Artist: - P.J. Schotel: The artist responsible for the original artwork. Schotel was a renowned Dutch marine painter, known for his detailed and dynamic representations of seascapes and naval scenes...

Great image of a zebra etc. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. Brown with original hand color. Pub...

Description of the Print This print, titled "De Arme Kinderen" (The Poor Children), depicts a poignant scene of poverty and hardship. The central figures are a woman and a young boy...

Great 0rientalist image Fine steel engraving Published by Fisher 1838 Unframed.

The print is titled "Kendal, From the Castle." It depicts a picturesque view of Kendal, a market town in the South Lakeland District of Cumbria, England, as seen from the ruins of Ke...

An original illustration of the Palawan Peacock-Pheasant (Polyplectron napoleonis) from the "Nouveau recueil de planches coloriées d'oiseaux" dated 1838 by Nicolas Huet and Jean Gabr...

This print is a 19th-century ornithological illustration depicting an owl labeled "Chouette calong." The bird is shown perched on a log, with intricate and detailed plumage rendered ...

Description of the Print This print, titled "Een Pont-Veer" (A Ferry Crossing), depicts a serene and picturesque scene of boats and ships on calm waters, likely at a ferry crossing ...

An antique steel line engraving depicting "Nottingham, and Its Environs," created by Thomas Allom in 1836. The scene portrays Nottingham and the Trent river, with a focus on ploughme...

This illustration features a bird labeled "Barbu corbin, adulte," which translates to "Adult Corbin Barbet." Description of the Print: - The bird is perched on a small branch, showc...

This 19th-century ornithological illustration showcases three different hummingbirds, each meticulously detailed and labeled. The print, part of the "Nouveau recueil de planches colo...

This steel engraving is a charming portrayal of Kew Bridge over the River Thames, as visualized by the artist J. Tingle after an original by William Tombles...

This hand-colored engraving, originally created around 1837 for Buffon's "Natural History of Animals," is a beautiful illustration from the celebrated collection designed by Édouard ...

Title: "Billingsgate Market in the 1830s: A Hub of London's Maritime Commerce" Description: This captivating uncolored steel engraving presents a ...

Antique print of horse and carriage titled 'Dog-cart'. This print is designed by Baslez. Artists and Engravers: Engraved by Decan, Paris. Condition: Very good, please study im...

The image is an antique hand-colored steel plate engraving of Dorney Church in Buckinghamshire, England. It's by Tombleson & Co, a firm known for producing prints in London during ...

The engraving is an original uncolored print of Adelphi Terrace in London. This type of print would have been created by incising lines into a steel plate, which was then used to transfer ink onto paper. The absence of color means that the viewer's attention is drawn to the intricate lines and shading that depict the scene. The title refers to the subject of the image itself – the row of neoclassical Georgian townhouses located on the River Thames in London, known as the Adelphi Terrace. The Adelphi complex was developed by the Adam brothers in the 1760s and was one of the most fashionable addresses in London during the 18th and 19th centuries. The title of such works is typically a straightforward description of the scene or landmark depicted in the print. The Adelphi Terrace engraving showcases the following details: - **Architectural Accuracy**: The buildings of Adelphi Terrace are rendered with architectural precision, reflecting the neoclassical style of the period. The facades of the townhouses are depicted with their characteristic symmetry, decorative window frames, and grand entryways. - **River Thames Activity**: The foreground features the River Thames, with various boats and barges indicative of the river traffic of the time, which was essential for commerce and transportation. - **Vignettes of Daily Life**: Small figures can often be seen in such engravings, giving a glimpse into the everyday life of the era, with individuals possibly depicted walking along the terrace or engaging in activities on the riverbanks. - **Sky and Atmosphere**: The sky might be rendered with careful cross-hatching to give an impression of the weather and time of day, contributing to the overall mood of the scene. - **Border Artwork**: The borders are adorned with ornate designs, possibly elements of the Gothic Revival style popular at the time, which include floral patterns, ribbons, and cherubic figures or allegorical motifs. - **Attention to Detail**: The artist would have paid close attention to details such as the texture of the water, the foliage of any trees, and the play of light and shadow on the buildings and the landscape. Such uncolored engravings...

Antique print titled 'White Stork - Newfoundland Dog'. Old print of a white stork and newfoundlander dog. This print originates from 'One Hundred and ...

Great image of Quadrumana, apes etc. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. Brown with original han...

Description: Antique print titled 'Bray, Bucks'. View of Bray, occasionally Bray on Thames, is a large suburban village and civil parish in the English county of Berkshire. This print originates from 'Tombleson's Thames' by William Gray...

Antique print titled 'Cochinchine'. Two portaits of Vietnamese men one showing in military attire and the second in civilian dress. Cochinchina or Cochin-China is a historical ex...

Antique print titled 'Tonga-Tabu'. Tongatapu is the main island of the Kingdom of Tonga and site of Tonga’s capital, Nuku?alofa. It is located in Tonga's southern island group, t...

Description: Antique print titled 'Monaco Coast of Genoa'. Rare Tinted lithograph of Monaco. This print originates from 'Sketches at Home and Ab...

Antique bird print titled 'Pic vert-doré (..)'. Old bird print depicting a male golden-green woodpecker and a male fulvous-breasted woodpecker. This print...

Antique print titled 'Ein Baumstamm von 100 Fuss in Umfang bei Moua'. Old print with a very thick tree trunk on Tonga Tabu. This print originates from 'Entdeckungs, Reise der Franzosischen Corvette Astrolabe Unternomen auf Befehl Konig Karls...

Untitled mezzotint of William Wallace Currie. William Wallace Currie was the first "Mayor of Liverpool" under the Municipal Corporations Act 1835. Artists and Engravers: Engraved by Thomas Lupton after a painting by Thomas Phillips...

Antique print titled 'Entrada de Manchester por Water Street'. Antique print of the entrance into Manchester across Water Street. This print originates ...

Description: Antique bird print titled 'Ruffed Bustard (Otis houbara).' - This plate shows the houbara bustard or North African houbara (Chlamydotis undulata...

Antique bird print titled 'Sylvia Hippolais - Sylvia Icterina'. Old bird print showing the willow wren and icterine warbler. This print originates from 'Iconografia della fauna itali...

Antique bird print titled 'Quail (Coturnix dactylisonans).' This plate shows the common quail (Coturnix coturnix). Expertly hand-coloured.John Gould: "Birds of Europe". 1832–1837...

Antique print titled 'Ansicht des Dorfes Kuauï'. Im Dory Hafen. Old print with a scene of a village and harbour in New Guinea. This print originates from 'Entdeckungs, Reise der Franzosischen Corvette Astrolabe Unternomen auf Befehl Konig Karls...

Description: Antique bird print titled 'Sand Grouse (Pterocles arenarius).' This plate shows the Sandgrouse. These birds from the Pteroclididae family are expertly hand-colored. ...

Antique map titled 'Sketch of the acquisitions of Russia since the Accession of Peter 1st to the Throne'. Historical map of Russia, examining the history o...

Antique bird print titled 'Little Auk'. Old bird print depicting the Little Auk. This print originates from 'Birds of Europe' by J. Gould (1832-1837). Artists and Engravers: J...

Antique print titled 'Der Themse-Tunnel'. View of the Thames Tunnel, a tunnel beneath the River Thames in London, connecting Rotherhithe and Wapping. Originates from 'Meyers Univ...

Antique print titled 'Anischt eines Schoppens der die Kriegspiroguen des Häuptlings Palu beschirmt'. Old print of a building protecting the warriors of Chief Palu, Tonga Tabu. This print originates from 'Entdeckungs, Reise der Franzosischen Corvette Astrolabe Unternomen auf Befehl Konig Karls...

Antique map titled 'India II Madras Presidency'. Old steel engraved map of the western part of the Madras Presidency. The Madras Presidency, or the Presidency of Fort St. George, a...

Antique print titled 'Priam'. This print depicts dogs and a hunting scene. Published by M.A. Pittman, 1833. Artists and Engravers: Engraved by R. Golding. Condition: Very ...

Description: Antique print titled 'Old Windsor Locks'. View of Old Windsor Lock, a lock on the River Thames in England on the right bank beside Old Windsor, Berkshire. This print originates from 'Tombleson's Thames' by William Gray...

Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838 The long-billed corella or slender-billed corella (Cacatua tenuirostris) is a cockatoo native to Australia. The rose-breasted cockatoo, best known by its native aboriginal Australian...

Exquisite 19th-Century Lithograph of Exotic Marsupials: Koala, Wombat & Phalanger Description: This finely detailed 19th-century lithograph showcases a collection of marsupial species, including a flying phalanger, a grey koala, and a wombat. The engraving is part of an extensive zoological series that aimed to document and illustrate rare and exotic mammals from around the world. The print is attributed to the work of celebrated natural history illustrators of the period, executed with precision and artistry to capture the distinctive characteristics of these fascinating creatures. The lithograph was produced using high-quality techniques that reflect the scientific enthusiasm of the 19th century, a period when European explorers and naturalists were bringing back discoveries from distant lands, including Australia. The artwork highlights the squirrel-like flying phalanger, gliding with its extended patagium, the grey koala, shown clinging to a eucalyptus branch, and the wombat, depicted on the ground with its characteristic sturdy build. Each animal is meticulously rendered, emphasizing their fur textures and natural postures, making it not only a valuable scientific document but also a beautiful decorative piece. This print is an exceptional example of natural history illustration, making it ideal for collectors of zoological engravings, museum-quality art enthusiasts, or those with an interest in Australian wildlife. Keywords: antique animal print, natural history lithograph, marsupial engraving, 19th-century zoological art, scientific illustration, flying phalanger, koala, wombat, vintage wildlife print...

19th-Century Lithograph of a Rust-Colored Phalanger and Striped Kangaroo This exquisite 19th-century lithograph showcases two fascinating marsupials native to Australia and surrou...