1860s Prints

Bird’s-Eye View of Charleston, South Carolina – Panoramic City Engraving, 19th C. This impressive 19th-century engraving titled Bird’s-Eye View of Charleston presents a sweeping pan...

Title: 1867 Hand-Colored Lithograph of South American Butterflies and Passionflower – A Stunning Natural History Artwork Description: This beautiful 1867 hand-colored lithograph p...

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

Insects Print: Dragonflies, Grasshoppers, Stick Insects & True Bugs – Antique 1867 This fascinating antique print depicts a wide variety of insects, including dragonflies, grasshopp...

The Pantheon and Piazza della Rotonda, Rome – Benoist 1869 Lithograph NOTE: This original antique lithograph is offered unframed, allowing the buyer full freedom of framing choice. Description: This impressive 19th-century lithograph depicts the Pantheon of Agrippa and the lively Piazza della Rotonda in Rome, one of the most iconic urban spaces of the Eternal City. Created by Félix Benoist after Bayot and published in Paris in 1869, the print forms part of the celebrated series Rome dans sa Grandeur, an ambitious artistic project dedicated to portraying Rome as a unified historical landscape where antiquity and modern life coexist. The composition centers on the monumental façade of the Pantheon, its classical portico supported by massive Corinthian columns and crowned by the famous inscription honoring Marcus Agrippa. The ancient temple—by the 19th century functioning as the Church of Santa Maria ad Martyres—dominates the scene with timeless architectural authority. In front of the building stands the fountain and obelisk of Piazza della Rotonda, anchoring the bustling square. Benoist enriches the architectural setting with animated scenes of daily Roman life. A preacher addresses a gathered crowd in the foreground, while families, children, merchants, and passersby fill the piazza, creating a vivid impression of civic and social activity. Horse-drawn carriages and market stalls further emphasize the Pantheon’s role not only as a historic monument but as the living center of an active neighborhood. This blending of monumentality and everyday life is characteristic of Rome dans sa Grandeur, reflecting the 19th-century fascination with Rome as both archaeological treasure and modern city. The lithographic technique demonstrates exceptional precision and tonal subtlety. Fine architectural detailing contrasts with soft atmospheric shading, lending depth to the sky and enhancing the sense of space within the square. The balanced composition and recognizable subject make this print particularly appealing to collectors of Roman views, Grand Tour imagery, and classical architectural prints...

Hand-colored lithograph map and view of the Chincha Islands, Peru – 1865 This original hand-colored lithograph sheet presents both a map (Plano de las Islas de Chincha) and a panora...

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...

This collection features three exquisite 19th-century steel engravings depicting key battles and sieges from the Napoleonic Wars. These prints, created by Théodore Yung and originating from the Album de Vingt Batailles de la Révolution et de l'Empire, showcase moments of historical significance, skillfully captured with artistic precision and hand-painted watercolors. 1. Bataille de la Corogne (16 Janvier 1809): This print depicts the Battle of Corunna, where the French army under Marshal Soult attacked British forces commanded by Sir John Moore...

Fishes & Sea Life Print: Shark, Seahorse, Sunfish, Stingray – Antique 1867 This striking antique print depicts a wide variety of marine life, including sharks, rays, sunfish, seahor...

Early French Warriors and Nobility, Gaulish to Norman Cavalry, 4-Plate Set, ca. 1860 A powerful and visually unified set of four original 19th-century hand-colored engravings depict...

Shells & Bivalves Print: Mussels, Oysters, Scallops, Clams – Antique 1867 This detailed antique print depicts a wide range of shells and bivalves, includ...

Interior of St. Peter’s Basilica Vatican Rome – Benoist Lithograph 1869 Description: This impressive architectural lithograph depicts the monumental interior of St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City, one of the most celebrated sacred spaces in the world. Produced by Félix Benoist after Bayot and published in Paris in 1869 as part of the renowned series *Rome dans sa Grandeur, the print captures the overwhelming scale and grandeur of the basilica through refined perspective and masterful tonal execution. The composition presents a sweeping view down the nave toward the high altar and Bernini’s famed baldachin, framed by colossal piers and richly ornamented arches. Benoist carefully emphasizes the immense verticality of the structure: soaring coffered vaults, monumental columns, and sculptural decoration guide the viewer’s eye into deep spatial recession. The precise architectural rendering reflects the 19th-century fascination with Rome as both an artistic ideal and a spiritual center of Europe. Small elegantly dressed figures scattered throughout the interior provide scale and animation, reinforcing the astonishing proportions of the basilica while evoking the experience of visitors during the Grand Tour era. The subtle gradation of light, filtering through clerestory windows and dissolving into atmospheric shadow, demonstrates the sophistication of French lithographic technique at its height. Every ornamental detail—from sculpted niches to elaborate entablatures—is rendered with clarity yet softened by delicate tonal harmony. During the nineteenth century, views of St. Peter’s were among the most sought-after souvenirs of Rome, symbolizing not only religious devotion but also architectural achievement and cultural prestige. This print exemplifies the ambition of *Rome dans sa Grandeur*, a publication intended to present Rome as a living museum of civilization, uniting antiquity, Renaissance mastery, and modern observation. Its wide panoramic format and balanced monochrome palette make the work particularly effective as decorative wall art, suitable for both classical interiors and contemporary spaces seeking historical depth and architectural elegance. Condition report: Good antique condition overall. Light age-related toning and occasional spotting mainly in the margins. Image area remains clean with strong contrast and fine detail. Minor edge wear consistent with age. Framing tips: A deep ivory or warm museum-white mat enhances the architectural depth. Dark walnut, ebonized, or gilt frames complement the classical subject. Museum glass is recommended to preserve tonal subtlety and minimize reflections. Technique: Lithograph Maker: Félix Benoist after Bayot, Paris, 1869 SEO keyword block: St Peters Basilica interior print, Vatican lithograph 1869, Rome dans sa Grandeur, Félix Benoist Rome print, Vatican architecture engraving, Grand Tour Rome artwork, Basilica di San Pietro interior art, antique Rome architectural print...

Beetles Print: Stag Beetle, Scarab, Longhorn & Jewel Beetles – Antique 1867 This detailed antique print depicts a wide variety of beetles, including stag beetles, scarabs, longhorn ...

Title: Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore Interior, Rome – Benoist 1869 Lithograph Description: This refined 19th-century lithograph depicts the interior of the Basilica of Santa Mari...

Snakes Print: Boa, Python, Viper, Coral Snake – Antique 1867 This dramatic antique print depicts various snake species, including boas, pythons, vipers, and coral snakes, rendered i...

Exquisite 19th-Century Butterfly Lithographs: A Study of Exotic Lepidoptera by F. Hochmanz, Stuttgart This stunning compilation of 19th-century lithographs beautifully captures the ...

Plaza Santo Domingo Mexico City – Antique Architectural Engraving, 1867 This 19th-century engraving presents a detailed view of Plaza Santo Domingo in Mexico City, one of the city’s...

Early Gaulish Warriors and Chiefs, Bronze Age to Pre-Roman France, ca. 1860 A rare and visually cohesive set of four original 19th-century hand-colored engravings depicting early Ga...

Phrenology & Ethnographic Skulls Study – Antique Print Human Types 1867 This intriguing antique print presents a detailed study of phrenology, ethnographic types, and skull anatomy ...

Antique Set of Three Botanical Fern Prints by E.J. Lowe (1868) – Aspidium Series Chromolithographs Description: This rare and exquisite set of three original hand-colored botanical fern prints was created by the esteemed British botanist Edward Joseph Lowe...

Santa Maria sopra Minerva, Rome – Gothic Church Interior, 1868 This sophisticated lithograph presents the interior of Santa Maria sopra Minerva, Rome’s principal Gothic church. The ...

Gaulish to Carolingian Women’s Costume, French Historical Prints, 5-Plate Set, ca. 1860 A refined and visually cohesive set of five original 19th-century hand-colored engravings dep...

Rome Panorama from Monte Gianicolo, Antique City View Print 1869 Description: This expansive panoramic view depicts Rome as seen from Monte Gianicolo, offering a sweeping survey of ...

Villa Medici Rome, Seat of the French Academy, Antique Architectural Print 1869 This stately architectural view depicts the Villa Medici, one of Rome’s most important Renaissance pa...

Birds of Prey Print: Eagles, Falcons, Owls & Vultures – Antique 1867 This striking antique print depicts a variety of birds of prey including eagles, falcons, owls, and vultures, pr...

Antique lithograph of the Tower of Santo Domingo, Lima, Peru – 1865 This fine lithograph, published in Paris in 1865 as part of Mariano Felipe Paz Soldán’s Atlas Geográfico de la Re...

Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Species - 19th Century Botanical Art This rare set of three hand-colored antique fern prints features b...

Molluscs & Marine Invertebrates Print: Octopus, Slug, Snails, Conch – Antique 1867 This detailed antique print depicts a wide range of molluscs and marine invertebrates, including o...

Antique French Costume Print of a Lady of the Court, Reign of Henri III, 19th Century Description: This striking antique French costume print, titled “Dame de la Cour, Règne de Henr...

Spanish Steps & Trinità dei Monti, Rome – Iconic City View, 1869 This iconic lithograph presents the Church of Trinità dei Monti overlooking the Spanish Steps, one of Rome’s most re...

Stunning Vintage Butterfly and Moth Illustration Compilation, Plate 2 and 4 This beautiful compilation showcases two vintage illustrations featuring various butterfly and moth speci...

Papal Procession at St Peter’s, Rome – Antique Ceremonial Print, 1869 This original antique lithograph, printed in Paris in 1869, captures a solemn papal procession within St Peter’...

Title: 1861 Hand-Colored Lithograph of Butterflies and Botanical Flowers Description: This vibrant 1861 hand-colored lithograph depicts a variety of butterfly species fluttering aro...

Title: 19th-Century Hand-Colored Lithograph of European Butterflies – Admirals, Tortoiseshells, and Peacocks in a Natural Setting Description: This vibrant 19th-century hand-colo...

Arachnids & Insects Print: Spiders, Scorpion, Centipedes, Flies – Antique 1867 This detailed antique print depicts a wide range of arachnids, insects, and myriapods, including spide...

Water Birds Print: Swan, Pelican, Cormorant, Ducks – Antique 1867 This detailed antique print depicts a diverse range of water birds, including swans, pelicans, cormorants, ducks, g...

Description: Antique print titled 'The Spirit of - 76'. Original engraving showing a scene of the American Revolution. Made after a painting by Tompkins Harrison Matteson. Artist...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of absolutely massive Engravings on Canvas of the Italian Trajan column and one other Rom...

Carmélite - 1862 Hand-Colored Lithograph of a Carmelite Nun This 1862 hand-colored lithograph portrays a Carmélite, or Carmelite nun, embodying simplicity and devotion. The nun is dressed in the traditional brown habit with a white mantle and wimple, reflecting the Carmelite Order's values of poverty, humility, and prayer. Her calm and contemplative expression symbolizes a life dedicated to spiritual reflection and service. The Carmelite Order, originating in the 12th century on Mount Carmel in the Holy Land, emphasizes a contemplative lifestyle centered on prayer, silence, and community. Reformed by Saint Teresa of Ávila in the 16th century, the Discalced Carmelites maintain strict adherence to these principles. Today, Carmelite nuns continue their spiritual mission worldwide, focusing on prayer and devotion in cloistered convents. This lithograph, part of the *Album ou Collection Complète et Historique des Costumes de la Cour de Rome*, was created by the renowned artist G. Perugini. It captures the serene and ascetic life of a Carmelite nun, making it a compelling piece for collectors interested in religious art...

This vintage botanical illustration captures the lush landscape of Serra dos Órgãos in Brazil during the early 19th century. The focal point of the image is the Arecoideae palm, depi...

Wonderful print of a Chinese and Japanese plate Lithograph Published by A.Morel, Paris, France, circa 1860 Unframed.

Title: Antique French Costume Prints of Nobles from Lorraine, 1625, Published c.1860 Description: This captivating set of antique French costume prints showcases the striking nobili...

Islamic Ritual Print Dance of the Dervishes Ceremony, 1863 Dutch Lithograph This atmospheric lithograph titled “De Dans der Derwîsjen (Eerste tooneel)” or “The Dance of the Dervishe...

Corals & Jellyfish Print: Medusa, Sea Anemone, Corals, Ctenophores – Antique 1867 This detailed antique print depicts a range of marine invertebrates, including jellyfish, Portugues...

Antique Engraving of Havana, Harbor and City View, 1867 Engraving titled La Havane, published in 1867. This finely detailed view shows Havana, the capital of Cuba, nestled against t...

Church of La Merced in Honduras – Antique Engraving by Énault, 1867 This fine 19th-century engraving depicts the historic Church of La Merced in Honduras, as published in Louis Énau...

Islamic Costume Print Pilgrim Attire of Mecca, 1863 Dutch Lithograph This refined 19th-century lithograph titled “Het Pelgrimsgewaad” (The Pilgrim Attire) offers a visually compelli...

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. ...

Large Mammals Print: Elephant, Rhino, Hippo & Tapir – Antique 1867 This impressive antique print depicts large mammals including elephants, rhinoceroses, hippopotamuses, and tapirs,...

Antique Engraving of Rio de Janeiro, Imperial Palace and Cathedral, c.1867 Detailed mid-19th century engraving of Rio de Janeiro titled Rio de Janeiro – Palais Impérial et Cathédral...

Islamic Relic Print The Black Stone of Mecca, 1863 Dutch Lithograph This fascinating lithograph titled “De Zwarte Steen” (The Black Stone) presents a rare and detailed 19th-century ...

Antique French Costume Print of Eleonore di Austria, Renaissance Fashion, 19th Century Description: This elegant antique French costume print, titled “Eleonore di Austria, 2ème femm...

Botanical Classification Prints: Linnaean Flower Classes & Cryptogamia – Antique 1867 These detailed antique prints depict Linnaeus's classification system for plants, illustrating ...

Crustaceans & Marine Invertebrates Print: Crab, Lobster, Horseshoe Crab – Antique 1867 This detailed antique print depicts a diverse range of crustaceans and marine invertebrates, including crabs, lobsters, shrimps, barnacles, copepods, and the horseshoe crab, rendered in fine hand-coloured engravings. It originates from the Atlas der Natuurlijke Geschiedenis voor scholen en huisgezinnen, adapted into Dutch by T.C. Winkler after Traugott Bromme, and published in Amsterdam by J.C. Loman in 1867. Designed for educational use, this plate introduced 19th-century students to marine biology and invertebrate diversity. The labelled figures include: 1. Shore crab (Carcinus maenas) 2. Blue crab (Callinectes sapidus) 3. Spider crab (Maja squinado) 4. Red rock crab (Cancer productus) 5. Fiddler crab (Uca species) 6. Mosaic crab (Lophozozymus pictor) 7. Porcelain crab (Porcellanidae species) 8. Lobster (Homarus gammarus) 9. Branchiopod (Branchiopoda species) 10. Mantis shrimp (Stomatopoda species) 11. Krill (Euphausiacea species) 12. Barnacle larva (Cirripedia species) 12a. Nauplius stage 12b. Cypris stage 13. Amphipod (Amphipoda species) 14. Isopod (Isopoda species) 15. Water flea (Daphnia species) 16. Cyclops copepod (Cyclopoida species) 16a. Adult copepod 16b. Egg stage 17. Horseshoe crab (Limulus polyphemus) 18. Fairy shrimp (Anostraca species) 19. Copepod (Copepoda species) 20. Ostracod (Ostracoda species) 21. Harpacticoid copepod (Harpacticoida species) 22. Barnacle cypris larva Produced using copper engraving with meticulous hand colouring, the print shows fine anatomical lines and vibrant detailing, highlighting each species' structure, limb arrangement, and carapace shape. Each invertebrate is illustrated systematically for easy comparative study, reflecting 19th-century natural history educational standards before photographic field guides were available. Condition summary: Good condition for its age, with slight toning and minor scattered foxing mainly in the margins. The paper remains strong with no tears or repairs, and the hand colouring is vivid and well-preserved. Framing tips: Frame this marine biology print...

Rodents & Small Mammals Print: Beaver, Squirrel, Porcupine – Antique 1867 This charming antique print depicts a wide variety of rodents and small mammals in detailed hand-coloured e...

Antique French Costume Print of a Noble Lady in Medieval Attire, 19th Century Description: This charming antique French costume print, titled “Dame de qualité, Règne de Charles VII,...

The print is a detailed illustration of poultry, specifically a family of chickens, set in a natural environment. Here is a description of this print: 1. Setting: - The scene is set in a rural, natural environment with a tree and foliage in the background, providing a peaceful and serene atmosphere. 2. Main Elements: - Rooster and Hens: The central focus is a rooster standing proudly, with hens around him. One hen is sitting protectively, likely guarding her chicks. - Chicks: Several chicks are depicted, some standing and others nestled close to the hens. They are shown in various states of activity, adding liveliness to the scene. - Additional Birds: There is a bird perched on a branch in the background, contributing to the overall richness of the avian life depicted. 3. Foreground Details: - The poultry are illustrated with meticulous detail, showcasing their feathers, beaks, and natural behavior. The chicks, in particular, add a tender and familial touch to the scene. 4. Text: - The text below the illustration provides titles in both German and English: - **German**: "Eine Hühnerfamilie," which translates to "A Chicken Family." - **English**: "Poultry." 5. Artists: - The print is signed by "M. Hondekoeter pinx," indicating the original painting was by Melchior d'Hondecoeter, a Dutch painter known for his bird and poultry paintings...

Wonderful print of the decoration found on an antique Chinese vase Lithograph Published by A.Morel, Paris, France. circa 1860 Unframed.  

A hand-colored illustration from Jardine's Natural History, published around 1860. It depicts the species *Felis Javanensis*, commonly known as the Javan leopard. The illustration is...

Islamic Sufi Ritual Print The Tschillé and the Dausa, 1863 Dutch Lithograph This unique lithograph from 1863 features two related but distinct scenes of Islamic devotional practice,...