1890s Prints

Colorful Scandinavian Wrasse Trio - Stunning 19th Century Fish Lithograph This captivating 19th-century lithograph showcases three vibrant Scandinavian wrasse species, beautifully...

Detailed hand-colored illustrations from Morris's "A History of British Butterflies. Original antique plates, published in 1890. The plates illustrate the following butterfly speci...

The butterflies depicted in the plates are special, both historically in the context of British lepidopterology and scientifically in terms of their morphology and behavior. 1. **Arran Brown (Erebia ligea)** - The image labeled "22" likely depicts what is commonly known as the Arran Brown, previously known as Arran Argus. It's a species that prefers grassy habitats and flies low to the ground. These butterflies have brown wings with eye-like spots on the upper side, which can confuse predators into attacking the wrong part of the body. 2. **Scotch Argus (Erebia aethiops)** - The image labeled "23" seems to represent the Scotch Argus. This butterfly has dark brown wings with orange bands containing black spots, each centered with a tiny white dot. It is commonly found in damp grassy areas and is especially interesting due to its limited distribution, being primarily found in Scotland and parts of Northern England. 3. **Small Ringlet (Erebia cothurnatus)** - The image labeled "24" probably shows the Small Ringlet, which in some texts may be referred to as Small Mountain Ringlet or Small Heath...

Original Antique prints of butterflies that are hand-colored in the late 19th century. More details about the butterflies: 1. **Venus Fritillary (Argynnis pandora)**: This is not a ...

Beautiful and decorative large lithograph of the Petit Bouschet variety of grapes. A nice print to have on the wall for every wine lover. Original Hand-...

Beautiful and decorative large lithograph of the Grenache Alicant variety of grapes. A nice print to have on the wall for every wine lover. Original Hand-coloured in the 19th cen...

Beautiful and decorative large lithograph of the Jouannen variety of grapes. A nice print to have on the wall for every wine lover. Original hand-coloured in the 19th century. ...

Antique print titled 'Pietro Mascagni'. Portrait of Pietro Mascagni. Pietro Mascagni (7 December 1863 – 2 August 1945) was an Italian composer primarily known for his operas. ...

Beautiful and decorative large lithograph of the Terret Noir variety of grapes. A nice print to have on the wall for every wine lover. Original Hand-coloured in the 19th century....

Beautiful and decorative large lithograph of the Piquepoul variety of grapes. A nice print to have on the wall for every wine lover. Original Hand-colou...

Antique print titled 'On the Seashore'. Old print showing birds on the seashore. Made after Archibald Thorburn. Artists and Engravers: Published in T...

Antique print titled 'Gardes-du-Crops du Roi'. Old print of the Guards of the King of France. This print originates from 'Histoire de la maison militaire du roi de 1814 à 1830 : ...

Antique bird print titled 'Night-Heron and Boatbill'. Chromolithograph depicting a night-heron and boatbill. This print originates from 'The Royal Natural History' by R. Lydekker. Artists and Engravers: Richard Lydekker...

Description: Antique print titled 'Salvator Rosa'. Steel engraving of Salvator Rosa, an Italian Baroque painter, poet, and printmaker, who was active in Naples, Rome, and Florence. Artists and Engravers: D. Appleton & Company was an American company founded by Daniel Appleton (December 10, 1785 – March 27, 1849), who opened a general store which included books. He published his first book in 1831. The company's publications gradually extended over the entire field of literature. It issued the works of contemporary scientists at moderate prices, for example, Herbert Spencer...

Victorian "Bird" Spider print mounted on a lovely faux marble paper ground showing large spider attacking a trapped bird. Black painted wood frame. Some p...

Antique print titled 'Louis XII recoit le volume de la Traduction de Pétrarque des Remedes de l'une et l'autre Fortune des mains du Traducteur'. Chromoli...

Beautiful and decorative large lithograph of the Brun Fourca variety of grapes. A nice print to have on the wall for every wine lover. Original Hand-col...

Antique print, titled: 'Taf. XLI. Haliaetos Albicilla. Weissschwanziger Seeadler, junges Weibchen.' This plate shows the white-tailed eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla...

Antique print, titled: 'Taf. XLII. Haliaetos Albicilla. Weissschwanziger Seeadler, altes Mannchen.' This plate shows the white-tailed eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla...

Untitled costume print of a woman carrying her child. This costume most likely originates from East Europe (Poland?). Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Ano...

Trio of Antique Botanical Succulent Prints: Scarlet Crassula, Crassula Falcata, and Cotyledon Retusa This vibrant collection of three antique botanical prints features stunning s...

Carl Locher (1851-1915), a listed Danish realist painter. The fishing boat arrives. Skagen. Etching on paper. 1899. Signed in print and signed in pencil CL...

Rare find, school prints, double sided, of the series Danske Billeder Copenhagen Denmark, by Alfred Jacobsen, ca. 1895. Large folio. Plate size 39.3 x 29.4 cm; incl. margins: 42.3 x ...

Executed with a Degas-like sight-line and with a clear influence of the Japanese woodblock prints that so fascinated him, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec created this incredible lithograph, composed of deep contrasts at the behest of the performer whose name appears on the print, "May Milton...

A Pair of Finely Framed Japanese Woodblocks. Each of a Geisha in dress the pair both having artist signature in Japanese. Both in fine custom...

Sensational image by Albert Letchford From Captain Sir R.F Burton's " Arabian Nights " Photogravure Published by H.S Nichols, London On good quality wove paper Unframed. The si...

Sensational image by Albert Letchford From Captain Sir R.F Burton's " Arabian Nights " Photogravure Published by H.S Nichols, London On good quality wove paper Unframed. The si...

A nicely framed German romantic mandolin gypsy postcard by Regel & Krug, Leipzig, circa 1898. Frame approximately 8 by 10.

Cambridge preparing for the boat race. A wonderful atmospheric rowing lithograph of the Cambridge crew getting into a rowing scull preparing for a race....

Magnificent restored mid-19th century lithograph in it's original frame. Transporting your senses to a place far away is what great art does, thus being the case with this. The waves...

This original wood engraving is titled “The Restaurant of the House of Representatives, Washington, DC.” It was published as a double-page image, in the August 12, 1893 issue of the famous 19th century newspaper Harper’s Weekly. The print was illustrated by Charles Stanley Reinhardt. The House Restaurant, a unique part of life in the Capitol, has been in the same location since the 1857 Capitol Expansion. Congressional members’ busy work schedule made the availability of food on site a necessity. But the restaurant also served as an informal meeting spot for members to continue conversations and deal making. This 1893 print illustrates the convivial atmosphere. Details including elegantly dressed tables...

The print is named the Aechmea fasciata, commonly known as the Silver Vase Plant or Urn Plant. This is a fine colored chromolithographic print from the 'Revue de l'Horticulture Belge...

Kingfisher by the Water's Edge - Giacomelli’s Tranquil Nature Scene, Circa 1891 This serene print, titled "Le Martin-Pêcheur" (The Kingfisher), beautif...

Lark Among Poppies - Exquisite Giacomelli Ornithological Print, Circa 1891 This captivating print, titled "L'Alouette" (The Lark), is a beautiful example of Hector Giacomelli's mast...

Nestled Sparrows in a Broken Flower Pot - Rare Giacomelli Ornithological Print, Circa 1891 This enchanting print, titled "Le Pot de Fleurs" (The Flower Pot), is a delightful example...

Charming Sparrows Amidst Blackberry Bushes - Vintage Giacomelli Ornithological Print, circa 1891. This exquisite print, titled "Les Mûres" (The Blackberries), showcases the delicate beauty of nature through the eyes of renowned French artist Hector Giacomelli. The artwork captures a serene moment in the underbrush, where two sparrows perch gently among lush green leaves and ripe blackberries. The intricate detailing of the birds and the surrounding foliage reflects Giacomelli's mastery in depicting avian life and natural settings. Hector Giacomelli (1822–1904), a celebrated French watercolorist, engraver, and illustrator, was best known for his vivid and lifelike paintings of birds. His works, often inspired by the natural world around him, have been highly regarded for their detail, color, and emotional depth. This print is a Farbdruck (color print), a technique involving the use of multiple colors to produce a richly detailed image. Likely created using chromolithography—a popular method at the time—this print brings out the vibrant greens of the leaves and the deep reds and purples of the blackberries with striking clarity and realism. The print dates to 1891, part of a series by Giacomelli that focused on birds and their natural habitats. Measuring approximately 32 by 23.5 cm, the print features wide white margins, which, though slightly browned and stained with age, serve to frame the artwork beautifully. The print was likely published in France, where Giacomelli lived and worked, and where his art was widely appreciated. As with many of Giacomelli's prints from this era, this artwork was likely produced in a limited edition, making it a prized piece for collectors of ornithological art. The exact number of prints made is unknown, but given its age and condition, it would be a valued item in any collection. The print shows typical signs of aging, with some browning and slight staining on the margins. However, the central image remains vivid, capturing the viewer's attention with its lifelike portrayal of sparrows amidst the blackberry bushes. This print, like others in the series, exemplifies Giacomelli's dedication to capturing the beauty of nature, making it a wonderful addition to any collection of vintage art...

Aptly titled "Jane Avril," celebrated lithograph artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec captures here, in static form, the very particular brand of motion Avril f...

"Z for Zoologist" from "An Alphabet" by William Nicholson from the first edition published by William Heinemann, London, 1898. Original lithograph from the colored woodblock. Nichols...

The butterflies depicted in these plates are indeed some of the more notable British species, each with distinct characteristics that make them interesting: 1. **Camberwell Beauty (...

The three butterflies - the Small Pearl-Bordered Fritillary, Pearl-Bordered Fritillary, and Weaver's Fritillary - are all part of the Fritillary family, known for their distinctive ...

The butterflies depicted in the original antique plates are all hand-colored and they are part of the Fritillary family, known for their beautiful, checkered patterns. 1. **High-Bro...

The original antique and hand-colored butterflies prints are a fascinating selection from the British Isles, each with distinctive features: 1. **Chequered White (Selenia tetralunar...

Original antique prints of butterflies, published in the 19th century. These original plates coloured by hand are from the sixth edition of the publication with title: 'A History of ...

The butterflies depicted in the images represent species from the British Isles, from 'A History of British Butterflies' by Morris. They are original hand-coloured antique prints. He...

Yacht Alpha, early silver photographic print by Beken of Cowes.

W.E. Henley, illustrated by William Nicholson London Types. London, William Heinemann, 1898. Publisher's device to title, 12 full-page colour lithographed illustrations by N...

Antique German architecture print on heavy paper showing an illustration of a portion of a ceiling painting in the Uffizi Gallery, Florence, 16th centur...

Antique map titled 'British Islands to Petshora Bay - White Sea'. Uncommon, large map of the British Islands to Petshora Bay. It shows the White Sea and inse...

Antique print titled 'Het Kasteel van Muiden'. View of Muiden Castle, the Netherlands. Published circa 1895. Artists and Engravers: Published by C.W. Mieling. Condition: Very g...

Antique print titled 'Jules Massenet'. Portrait of Jules Massenet. Jules Émile Frédéric Massenet was a French composer of the Romantic era best known for his operas, of which he wr...

Antique bird print titled 'Desert Finch and Desert Lark'. Chromolithograph depicting a desert finch and desert lark. This print originates from 'The Royal Natural History' by R. Lydekker. Artists and Engravers: Richard Lydekker...

Antique print, titled: 'Taf. XLVII. Neophron Percnopterus, Egyptischer Aasgeier. Alt - Jung.' This plate shows the Egyptian vulture (Neophron perc...

This is a first edition print of Rough Shooting, signed by the artist, Douglas Adams. The print was published by Thomas McLean and depicts a highlands s...

This is the artist proof edition of an untitled hunting scene by Douglas Adams. The print was issued in a limited, numbered edition of 300 and is signed by the artist in the margin. ...

"O for Ostler" from "An Alphabet" by William Nicholson from the first edition published by William Heinemann, London, 1898. Original lithograph from the colored woodblock. "Ostler, o...

This wonderfully expressive photogravure was published in 1891 in London. The etching was made after W.H. Overend’s original work, still showcasing his signature at the bottom left o...

American cartoon, USA, 1895. Caption reads: 'A Natural Mistake. Ikenstein: "I vould like to ged a cheap drunk." Salesman: "Next door.'" The cartoon is framed with American frame of t...

New Haven Harbor Chart published May 1896 by the United States Coast and geodetic survey. This chart is also a map of the land around the harbor and etc., loaded with detail. Nicely ...