1870s Prints

The image displays a collection of six chromolithographs depicting various plant species. These illustrations are characterized by their botanical accuracy and aesthetic appeal, typi...

This original antique image is a print depicting the H.M.S. Bellerophon, a ship of the British Royal Navy. The print is rendered in a monochromatic color scheme with subtle hand colo...

The image displays a collection of tten chromolithographs depicting various plant species. These illustrations are characterized by their botanical accuracy and aesthetic appeal, typ...

Scottish Primrose and Alpine Thyme hand coloured botanical print 1874 This beautifully hand coloured botanical print from 1874 features two alpine flowering plants, Primula scotica ...

British Ferns Triptych – Three Antique Botanical Prints, Anne Pratt, 1873 Description: This elegant triptych presents three distinct British fern species, each illustrated with rema...

Wild Blue Phlox (Phlox divaricata), hand-coloured botanical print, 1874 This elegant hand-coloured lithograph from 1874 features Phlox divaricata, commonly known as Wild Blue Phl...

Alpine Violet and Red Calandrinia hand coloured botanical print 1874 This finely hand coloured botanical print from 1874 features two striking alpine plants, Viola obliqua and Calan...

The prints depict various botanical species, each illustrated with detailed attention to the morphology of the plants, including leaves, flowers, and sometimes fruits or seeds. These...

Lovely botanical print Chromo-lithograph Original color Published, circa 1870 Unframed. Chipped top left corner Free shipping

Lovely set of 6 botanical prints Chromo-lithographs Original color Published, circa 1870 Unframed. The measurement given is for one print. Free shipping

Alsace Folk Costume, Griesheim, Traditional Dress, c.1875 This striking chromolithograph depicts women wearing traditional costume from Griesheim in Alsace, distinguished by large b...

The image is a hand-colored print from The Graphic, dated March 24, 1877, depicting a scene of men playing the sport of curling at an ice rink in Manchester. Description of this or...

Moonwort and Adder’s Tongue Ferns – Antique Botanical Prints, 1873 Description: This intriguing pair features two distinctive fern species with upright growth and pronounced botanic...

Title: Haunting Elegance – 19th-Century Gothic Lithograph of Ghostly Apparitions This evocative lithograph captures a mesmerizing Gothic scene filled with mystery and supernatural...

Silesian Folk Costume Scene, Prussia, Buchwald & Fischbach, c.1875 A lively genre scene depicting traditional costume from Buchwald and Fischbach in Silesia, with multiple figures e...

Victorian Judge in Robes – Vanity Fair Judges Series No. 4, 1870 Description: Published April 2, 1870, this striking Vanity Fair portrait belongs to the Judges series. The figure is...

Victorian Diplomat Caricature – Vanity Fair Statesmen No. 61, 1870 Description: This original chromolithograph was published in Vanity Fair on August 27, 1870, as part of the States...

Victorian Bearded Statesman – Vanity Fair Statesmen No. 65, 1870 Description: Issued October 8, 1870, this Vanity Fair portrait features a bearded statesman holding his hat, rendere...

Wonderful images of game birds Chromo-lithographs Published by Cassell, C.1880 The measurement shown relates to one of the prints Unframed. Free shipping

Monumental Bavarian Altars – Architectural Triptych, Munich 1874 Description: This exceptional triptych presents three monumental chromolithographs depicting grand altar and shrine ...

Victorian Gentleman Statesman – Vanity Fair Profile Portrait, 1870 This July 30, 1870 Vanity Fair portrait captures a statesman mid-gesture, introducing a sense of movement rarely s...

Fabulous set of 10 prints. All judges or lawyers. Humorous caricatures by Sir Lesley " Spy " Ward. Chromolithographs Unframed. Published in Vanity fair C.1870. Actually dated 18...

Great image of The Battle of Naseby Fine steel engraving after G.Cattermole Published by Mackenzie C.1870 Unframed. The size given is the paper size

Bearded Romantic Statesman – Vanity Fair Statesmen No. 67, 1870 Published October 29, 1870, this Vanity Fair chromolithograph forms part of the Statesmen series and is subtitled “Th...

Antique Lichen Prints Set of 6 – German Scientific Lithographs 1874 Description This exceptional wall set of six original 19th-century scientific lithographs comes from the 1874 Ger...

Scottish Highland Gentleman – Vanity Fair Men of the Day No. 13, 1870 This colorful Vanity Fair portrait was published November 19, 1870, as Men of the Day No. 13. Depicting a Highl...

Victorian Moral Reformer – Vanity Fair Statesmen No. 69, 1870 Published November 12, 1870, this Vanity Fair caricature portrays a statesman associated with moral reform, subtitled “...

Lovely pair of prints Lithographs Original color Published, circa 1870 Unframed. Free shipping

Wonderful bird prints Chromo-lithographs Published by Cassell, C.1880 The measurement shown relates to one of the prints Unframed. Free shipping

Spreewald Folk Costumes, Prussia, Women in Traditional Dress, c.1875 This finely coloured chromolithograph depicts three women wearing traditional folk dress from the Spreewald regi...

Uppsala Cathedral Choir Interior, Koret i Domkyrkan, Tinted Lithograph 1877 Description: This refined interior view depicts the choir of Uppsala Cathedral, presented as a monumental...

Antique Vanity Fair Print 'A.A.A' Montague Shearman – 1895 This is an original Vanity Fair lithograph dated July 4, 1895, titled "A.A.A," featuring Montague Shearman, a distinguished British judge and athlete. Illustrated by "Wag" (the pseudonym of artist Alfred Thompson), this caricature highlights Shearman's association with the Amateur Athletic Association (AAA), as indicated by the title. Shearman is shown in a thoughtful pose, holding a top hat and umbrella behind his back, dressed in formal attire. His observant stance reflects his keen role as a legal figure and sports official. Published by Vincent Brooks, Day & Son Ltd., this print was part of Vanity Fair's "Men of the Day" series, which caricatured influential figures of the time. Montague Shearman was notable not only for his legal career but also for his contributions to amateur athletics, making this lithograph a fascinating piece of sports and legal history. This artwork is perfect for collectors of Vanity Fair prints, those with an interest in the history of athletics, or admirers of Victorian caricatures...

Vibrant Victorian Butterfly Lithographs: Delicate Portraits by Frederic C. Moore This remarkable pair of lithographs, created by Frederic C. Moo...

Constantinopel Ottoman Street Scene Antique Dutch Engraving c1870 This atmospheric 19th-century engraving depicts a street scene in Constantinople, present-day Istanbul, centered ar...

Sea Spleenwort and Green Spleenwort Ferns – Antique Botanical Prints, 1873 Description: This decorative pair of botanical engravings depicts two closely related British fern species, presented with elegant vertical fronds and finely hand-colored detail. The compositions are well balanced, with one plate offering a broader, fuller plant structure and the other a more upright, architectural silhouette, making them ideal as a coordinated wall pair. Published in 1873 as part of Anne Pratt’s celebrated botanical series, these prints reflect the Victorian fascination with natural history and domestic botany. The soft green palette, crisp outlines, and subtle shading give the set strong decorative appeal while remaining scientifically accurate. Together, they work beautifully in both traditional and contemporary interiors, particularly where natural tones or organic themes are desired. Collectors and interior designers alike value paired botanical prints...

Set of Three Vanity Fair Portraits – Statesman and Sovereign, London 1870 This visually striking set of three original Vanity Fair chromolithographs dates from April 1870 and forms ...

Title: Bearded Victorian Statesman Seated – Vanity Fair Statesmen, 1870 Description: This original Vanity Fair portrait was issued on July 2, 1870. Unlike many standing profile cari...

Grass and Rush Species – Antique Botanical Pair, 1873 Description: A refined pairing illustrating slender grass and rush forms with subtle variation in texture and height. The minim...

The prints depict a selection of exotic plants with a remarkable detail and vibrant color, showcasing the beauty and diversity of botanical life. Each illustration is a testament to ...

Victorian European Statesman – Vanity Fair Statesmen No. 66, 1870 Description: Published October 15, 1870, this Vanity Fair caricature presents a European statesman in military-insp...

Great image of The Battle of Hopton Heath Fine steel engraving after G.Cattermole Published by Mackenzie C.1870 Unframed. The size given is the paper size

Victorian Butterfly Wonders: Stunning Hand-Colored Lithographs by Frederic C. Moore and J. Nugent Fitch Description: This exquisite collection of lithographs from 1878 features the...

The image displays a collection of two chromolithographs depicting various plant species. These illustrations are characterized by their botanical accuracy and aesthetic appeal, typi...

The print titled "La Ménagerie Impériale" is a satirical caricature featuring Joseph-Marie Piétri. It is part of a series composed of 31 hand-colored lithograph plates by the artist ...

The image displays a collection of four chromolithographs depicting various plant species. These illustrations are characterized by their botanical accuracy and aesthetic appeal, typ...

Uppsala Cathedral Memorial Chapel, Gustavianska Grafkoret, Lithograph 1877 Description: This intimate interior view shows the Gustavianska grafkoret, the Gustavian burial chapel wit...

The image displays a collection of three chromolithographs depicting various plant species. These illustrations are characterized by their botanical accuracy and aesthetic appeal, ty...

These illustrations, executed with precision and rich coloration, are fine examples of chromolithography, a technique popular in the 19th century for its ability to produce vivid, mu...

This print is labeled as the Interior View of the Crystal Palace, Sydenham, and it was also engraved by J. C. Griffiths, as seen in the lower right corner. The engraving portrays the...

This print is titled The Directors' Parlour, Bank of England, and was created by J. C. Griffiths, whose name is visible in the lower right corner. The image depicts the grand interio...

Victorian Reformer at the Rail – Vanity Fair Men of the Day No. 16, 1870 Description: Published December 10, 1870, this Vanity Fair caricature shows a prominent reformer leaning on ...

Stooped Victorian Philosopher – Vanity Fair Men of the Day No. 12, 1870 This original chromolithograph was published in Vanity Fair on October 22, 1870, as Men of the Day No. 12. Ca...

Victorian Statesman with Medal – Vanity Fair Political Portrait, 1870 Description: Published July 23, 1870, this Vanity Fair print portrays a decorated statesman whose relaxed stanc...

Wonderful polychromed lithograph under glass with reverse glass hand painted gold gilt rectangular double lined border, along with a hand painted black matte; unique; I have not seen...

Sensational image by Gustave Doré From Milton's " Paradise Lost " Woodcut engraving Published C.1870 Unframed. Free shipping

Title: Alpine Botanical Lithograph Pair of Wintergreen and Primrose, 1874 Description: This exquisite pair of botanical lithographs, published in 1874 by George Bell and Sons in Lon...

Antique Chromolithograph Monstrance Reiche Kapelle Munich Sacred Object, 1874 This impressive large antique chromolithograph was published in Munich in 1874 by F. X. Zettler and issued as part of the renowned portfolio Ausgewählte Kunstwerke aus dem Schatze der Reichen Capelle in der königlichen Residenz zu München. The series documented the extraordinary ecclesiastical treasures preserved within the Reiche Kapelle (Rich Chapel) of the Munich Residenz during the reign of King Ludwig II of Bavaria, created to preserve and share the artistic and spiritual heritage of the Bavarian royal court. The print depicts an elaborate monstrance or devotional display object, richly adorned with gemstones, enamel decoration, and intricate goldsmith work. At its center appears a finely rendered devotional scene framed within an ornate oval surround, emphasizing both sacred symbolism and royal craftsmanship. The elegant vertical composition highlights the architectural structure of the object, from its elaborate base through the slender stem to the richly decorated upper section, reflecting the ceremonial importance of such liturgical works within court worship. Executed using advanced chromolithographic techniques, the print demonstrates the exceptional quality for which F. X. Zettler’s Munich workshop became internationally known. Chromolithography allowed the faithful reproduction of metallic surfaces, jewel-like colours, and minute ornamental details, creating an image that closely evokes the brilliance and material richness of the original object. Produced during a nineteenth-century revival of medieval and Renaissance sacred art, the publication combined scholarly documentation with strong decorative appeal. Today, prints from this portfolio are valued both as historical records of royal ecclesiastical collections and as refined decorative works suited to curated interiors. The tall vertical format and luminous colour palette make this example particularly effective as a focal piece, whether displayed individually or grouped with other plates from the series. The chromolithograph is offered unframed, allowing flexibility for custom framing tailored to individual interiors or gallery presentation. Condition: Good antique condition overall with age-related toning and scattered foxing mainly visible in the margins. The horizontal fold line is visible across the sheet, consistent with original portfolio storage. The image area remains clear and vibrant. Framing suggestions: A dark walnut, ebonized, or subtle gilt frame combined with a generous ivory or museum-white mat enhances the jewel-like colours and reinforces the vertical elegance of the composition. Deep matting provides a refined museum presentation. Technique: Chromolithograph Maker: F. X. Zettler, Munich, 1874 Keywords: antique print, chromolithograph, Munich 1874, F X Zettler, Reiche Kapelle, Munich Residenz, monstrance, sacred vessel, ecclesiastical treasure, religious art, liturgical object, Bavarian royal court, King Ludwig II, church ornament, devotional art, German historicism, 19th century print, antique religious print, European sacred art, collectible chromolithograph, church treasure, royal chapel Munich, historic religious illustration, antique wall art, decorative religious print, museum print, gallery wall art, historic European art, unframed antique print...

Title: "European Goldfinches in Winter: An 1879 Lithograph" Description: This captivating lithograph, titled "European Goldfinches in Winter," was published in 1879, showcasing the ...

Moss Phlox and Greek Saffron Crocus hand coloured botanical print 1874 This elegant hand coloured botanical print from 1874 features two delicate and colourful alpine plants, Phlox ...

The Pont des Arts, also known as the "Bridge of the Arts", is a historic pedestrian bridge in Paris that spans the River Seine. It connects the Institut de France on the left bank wi...