1880s Prints

Japanese Monkey Prints: Serene 19th-Century Nature Studies with Peaches This enchanting pair of Japanese prints captures two intimate scenes of monkeys in their natural habitat, exe...

Antique Pair of Colored Sea Shell Prints, engraved by J. Miller, circa 1889, naturalist illustrations by Captain Brown for the Conchology of Great Britain ...

Antique Persian Metalwork Print Featuring Armour and Islamic Ornamentation, 1887 This exquisite antique print highlights the ornamental mastery of Persian metalwork, with a particul...

Antique Indian Decorative Art Print with Royal Textiles and Weaponry, 1887 This vibrant antique print offers a spectacular glimpse into the richly adorned ceremonial and decorative ...

Fine 19th century print garland of fruit by Peter Paul Rubens garland of fruit, (1615-1617) Original frame gilded wood.

A pair of Japanese Woodblocks each in a fine custom matted frame with fine ebony and gilt decorations. Each signed and dated on the reverse. Listed below. -A courtyard lady in a comm...

Title: Intricate Japanese Sword Fittings and Ornaments – Plate VI from Section VII Description: This vibrant chromolithograph, Plate VI from Section VII of G. A. Audsley’s celebra...

Black Zevenbergen Naked Neck Chickens A Striking 19th-Century Poultry Print This rare and visually striking 19th-century chromolithograph, titled Zwarte Zevenbergsche Naakthalzen met Rozenkam, depicts the Black Zevenbergen Naked Neck, a rare and distinctive breed known for its featherless neck. Published in 1888 as part of Geïllustreerd Hoenderboek by Elsevier, this illustration is one of 40 finely detailed poultry prints based on the artwork of Christian Förster. The book, edited for the Dutch market by Dr. A. C. Oudemans Jzn., served as a key reference on poultry farming, covering topics from coop construction to disease prevention. The Naked Neck, or Turken, is an unusual breed that originated in Central Europe and was further developed in the Netherlands and Belgium. Despite their turkey-like appearance, these birds are pure chickens. The lack of feathers on their necks results from a dominant gene, making them particularly suited for warm climates, as they regulate heat better than fully feathered breeds. They were valued for their dual-purpose qualities, excelling in both meat production and egg-laying. This illustration beautifully captures the unique appearance of the Zevenbergen variety, with its deep black plumage exhibiting an iridescent sheen and the stark contrast of its bare red neck. The rooster stands tall, its robust frame and rose comb giving it an air of confidence, while the hen, foraging in the foreground, showcases the breed’s characteristic practicality. The lush pastoral backdrop, painted with soft atmospheric perspective, adds depth and naturalism to the composition. ### The Art of Chromolithography This print was produced using chromolithography, a labor-intensive printing method that involved layering multiple colors onto a stone plate, each requiring precise registration to achieve depth and vibrancy. This technique was highly prized in the late 19th century for its ability to create richly detailed and colored illustrations, making it ideal for scientific and agricultural publications. The meticulous shading and texture in this print highlight the exceptional skill of the artist and printer in rendering lifelike poultry portraits. Condition Summary This lithograph remains in good condition, retaining its vivid colors and intricate details. There are minor signs of age, including light foxing along the margins, which is typical for prints of this era. The paper is stable with no significant tears or creases. Framing Tips To preserve and elegantly display this historical poultry illustration, consider the following framing suggestions - Use an acid-free mat in ivory or light cream to complement the warm tones of the print - A dark wood or black frame will enhance the contrast of the deep plumage and red neck - UV-resistant museum glass is recommended to protect the print from light damage - Position the print in a space with stable humidity and avoid direct sunlight to maintain its condition This print is a fascinating piece of poultry history, showcasing a rare breed that continues to intrigue chicken enthusiasts and breeders today. Its combination of scientific accuracy and artistic detail makes it a valuable addition to any collection of antique animal illustrations...

Sensational image by Gustave Doré Woodcut engraving Published C.1880 Unframed. Free shipping

Title: Masterfully Crafted Tsuba with Narrative and Symbolic Motifs – Plate XVII from Section VI of G. A. Audsley’s Decorative Art Series Description: Plate XVII from Section VI of ...

Romanesque Decorative Prints by H. Dolmetsch, 1890, Manuscript and Mural Designs This pair of richly colored lithographic plates by Hermann Dolmetsch, published around 1887 in Stutt...

Byzantine and Romanesque Architectural Ornament Print by H. Dolmetsch, 1880s This richly detailed antique lithograph is a superb example from the renowned 'Ornamentenschatz' (Treasu...

Pair of 19th Century Gothic Illuminated Ornament Prints from Ornamentenschatz This exquisite pair of original 19th-century chromolithographs showcases the elegance and complexity of...

Antique Assyrian Ornament Print Featuring Mythological Guardian Figure, 1887 This vivid antique print presents a stunning visual survey of Assyrian ornamental art, drawn from the ac...

Wonderful Gothic architectural print. Ornaments from St. Lo, Rouen and Venice Steel engraving by R.P. Cuff after the original drawing by John Ruskin Published, circa 1880 ...

Japanese Fans and Floral Heliogravure Print by G. A. Audsley, Paris, c. 1880 This exquisite heliogravure print, published around 1880 by Sampson Low & Co. and lithographed in Paris ...

Title: Japanese-Inspired Heliogravure Prints by G. A. Audsley, Paris, c. 1880 This captivating heliogravure print, dating from around 1880, exemplifies the refined artistry and fasc...

Title: Japanese Monk and Young Attendant: Antique Lithograph, 1880s Description: This atmospheric lithograph from the 1880s presents a serene scene featuring a robed monk and his yo...

Title: Japanese Autumn and Spring Flowers: Antique Lithograph, 1880s Description: This stunning lithograph from the 1880s captures a delicately rendered arrangement of Japanese autu...

Title: Japanese Rooster Drum Stand: Antique Lithograph, 1880s Description: This detailed lithograph from the 1880s features an exquisite depiction of a traditional Japanese drum sta...

Title: Japanese Lacquer and Inlay Boxes: Antique Lithograph, 1880s Description: This finely detailed lithograph from the 1880s showcases an exquisite array of traditional Japanese l...

Title: Japanese Bird and Blossom Lacquer Tray: Antique Lithograph, 1880s Description: This exquisite lithograph from the 1880s showcases a beautifully detailed Japanese lacquer tray...

Title: Japanese Lacquer and Inlay Fan Fragments: Antique Lithograph, 1880s Description: This beautiful lithograph from the 1880s depicts an exquisite arrangement of Japanese lacquer...

Title: Japanese Lacquer and Textile Tray Designs: Antique Lithograph, 1880s Description: This exquisite lithograph from the 1880s depicts two examples of traditional Japanese tray d...

Japanese Kimonos in Nature Motifs: Antique Heliogravures, 19th Century This striking compilation features two exquisite 19th-century heliogravures depicting traditional Japanese kim...

Title: Japanese Garden Flowers in Bloom: Antique Lithograph, 1880s This exquisite lithograph from the 1880s captures the natural beauty and refined elegance of traditional Japanese ...

Title: Japanese Brocade with Mythical Creatures: Antique Lithograph, 1880s Description: This exceptional lithograph from the 1880s beautifully showcases a traditional Japanese broca...

Title: Japanese Phoenix in Vibrant Flight: Antique Lithograph, 1880s This magnificent lithograph from the 1880s showcases an exquisite depiction of a phoenix soaring across a vivid ...

Title: Japanese Fan Motif Textile Design: Antique Lithograph, 1880s This elegant lithograph from the 1880s beautifully captures the refined artistry of Japanese textile design throu...

Title: Japanese Textile Patterns in Rich Colors: Antique Lithograph, 1880s This remarkable lithograph from the 1880s features two vibrant examples of traditional Japanese textile pa...

Japanese Floral Meadow on Golden Backdrop: Antique Lithograph, 1880s This vibrant lithograph from the 1880s features a lively arrangement of flowers and grasses, beautifully set aga...

Japanese Floral Motifs on Golden Background: Antique Lithograph, 1880s This enchanting lithograph from the 1880s showcases an intricate arrangement of vibrant Japanese floral motifs...

Sensational image by Gustave Doré Woodcut engraving Published C.1880 Unframed. Free shipping

Title: Japanese Geese in Calm Elegance: Antique Lithograph, 1880s This captivating lithograph presents a serene scene of two Japanese geese, rendered with exquisite detail and preci...

Title: Japanese Cranes in Flight Over Moonlit Sky, 1880s This stunning lithograph captures the elegance and grace of Japanese cranes in flight, silhouetted against a moonlit sky. Pr...

Sensational image by Gustave Doré Woodcut engraving Published C.1880 Unframed. Free shipping

The Noble Dorking Chicken A Rare 19th Century Poultry Lithograph This magnificent 19th century chromolithograph features a pair of Dorking chickens, one of the oldest and most dis...

Title: Exquisite Japanese Tsuba (Sword Guards) – Plate XII from Section VI of G. A. Audsley’s Decorative Art Series Description: Plate XII from Section VI of G. A. Audsley’s celebra...

Wonderful set of 9 antique prints of waterbirds Lithographs after the original drawings by Alexander Francis Lydon Original colour Published by John C. Nimmo, Circa 1880. Unframe...

Title: Antique Japanese Crane and Turtle Print: Symbolic Harmony, 19th Century Description: This exquisite 19th-century Japanese print depicts a graceful crane flying above a gently...

Antique Japanese Rooster and Hen Print: Symbolic Beauty, 19th Century This vibrant 19th-century Japanese print beautifully captures a proud rooster a...

Title: Antique Japanese Kabuki Print: Enigmatic Woman with Scroll and Spider, 19th Century Description: This stunning 19th-century Japanese print depicts a striking scene from kabuki theater or folklore, rendered with vivid color and dramatic elegance. Published by Sampson Low & Co. and lithographed in Paris by Imp. Lemercier & Cie under the direction of G. A. Audsley, this piece captures a moment of intense narrative and refined artistry. The print features a woman dressed in an elaborate kimono adorned with intricate floral patterns, her flowing hair and serious expression hinting at a story of mystery and transformation. She holds an impossibly long scroll covered with fine calligraphy, unspooling to the ground where a small spider lurks—an ominous presence that likely alludes to the famous kabuki tale of Jorogumo, the spider spirit that takes the form of a beautiful woman to ensnare her victims. The color palette of deep blacks, rich reds, and soft greens enhances the print’s sense of drama, while the finely rendered spiderweb background reinforces the supernatural atmosphere. The precision of the linework and the texture of the print exemplify the best of late 19th-century Japanese color printing, merging traditional Japanese themes with European lithographic techniques. For collectors of kabuki art...

Title: Antique Japanese Actor Portraits: Four Kabuki Figures in Edo-Period Style Description: This 19th-century Japanese print features four dignified male figures, each dressed in ...

Title: Antique Japanese Bird and Landscape Print: Six Panels of Nature’s Harmony Description: This exquisite 19th-century Japanese print showcases six charming scenes of birds in th...

Wonderful set of 4 prints. Lithographs after the original drawings by Alexander Francis Lydon Original colour Published by John C. Nimmo, Circa 1880...

Title: Ornamental Pedestal Designs with Nature Motifs – Plate V from Section VI of G. A. Audsley’s Decorative Art Collection Description: Plate V from Section VI of G. A. Audsley’s ...

Title: Antique Japanese Waterfowl Print: Tranquil Duck in Reeds, 19th Century Description: This serene and beautifully detailed 19th-century Japanese print captures a tranquil momen...

Antique Japanese Still Life with Mount Fuji and Floral Vase, 19th Century This elegant 19th-century engraving showcases a harmonious Japanese still life composition that captures th...

Antique Japanese Landscape Engraving of Mount Fuji: Serene River View This remarkable 19th-century engraving captures a tranquil view of Mount Fuji, Japan's most iconic peak, rising...

Title: Japanese Folklore Print: A Colorful Depiction of a Traditional Oni Encounter Description: This striking Japanese print captures a vibrant and dynamic scene from folklore, whe...

Title: Japanese Geisha Portrait Print: Vibrant Kimono and Serene Poise Description: This captivating Japanese print is a masterful example of traditional artistry, depicting a seren...

Sensational image by Gustave Doré Woodcut engraving Published C.1880 Unframed. Free shipping

Wonderful set of 8 antique prints of seabirds Lithographs after the original drawings by Alexander Francis Lydon Original colour Published by John C. Nimmo, Circa 1880. Unframed ...

Great image of a Tree Sparrow Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Alexander Francis Lydon. Original colo...

The Elegant Silver Penciled Chicken - A Rare 19th Century Poultry Lithograph This exquisite 19th century chromolithograph features a pair of Silver Penciled chickens, a breed celebrated for its striking contrast of black and white feather patterns and refined body shape. The print, titled Zilverpellen, originates from Geïllustreerd Hoenderboek, an Illustrated Poultry Book published in 1888 by Elsevier. Compiled by Julius Volschau and adapted for Dutch readers by Dr. A. C. Oudemans Jzn., this book provided detailed insights into poultry breeding, showcasing both practical and ornamental breeds that were highly valued in the 19th century. Silver Penciled chickens were known for their intricate feather markings, particularly in the hens, which displayed an elegant silver and black penciling pattern across their bodies. The roosters, as depicted in this lithograph, feature a bright white body contrasted with a sharp black tail and wings, making them highly distinctive. This breed was admired not only for its aesthetic appeal but also for its energetic nature and steady egg laying capabilities. This lithograph was created using chromolithography, a sophisticated 19th century printing process that allowed for vibrantly detailed and richly colored illustrations. The artwork is based on an original drawing by Christian Förster, a skilled animal illustrator of the time. Chromolithographs were produced by layering multiple colors, each applied with a separate stone plate, ensuring depth and realism in the final print. The precision in rendering the feather texture and silver toned contrast in this lithograph highlights the artistry involved in this technique. Condition Summary The print remains in very good condition, with well preserved colors and sharp details. Some minor age related toning and light foxing spots are visible, particularly along the edges, which is common in lithographs of this period. The paper remains stable, with minimal signs of wear, making this an excellent collectible piece for antique poultry print...

The Elegant Chamois Polish Chicken A Rare 19th Century Poultry Lithograph This exquisite 19th century chromolithograph showcases a pair of Chamois Polish chickens, an ornamental b...

Antique print titled 'Die Krim - Trachten'. Original antique print of Crimean costumes. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Anonymous.

The Golden-Laced Bantam A Rare 19th Century Poultry Lithograph This beautifully detailed 19th-century chromolithograph depicts a charming group of Golden-Laced Bantams, a breed kn...