18th Century Prints

Antique map titled 'Carte de la Mer du Sud ou Mer Pacifique'. Original chart of the mid-Pacific Ocean, includes voyage tracks of Anson’s Centurion and the ship he stalked, the Spanish treasure...

Antique print titled 'Barque de pècheur'. Original antique print of a fishing boat. This print originates from 'Le spectacle de la nature, ou Entretiens sur les particularités (..)' ...

Plate XII: 'Chirurgie'. (Surgery.) This plate shows a sick man and child to be operated on. This print originates from 'Encyclopédie (..)' by D. Diderot. Published, circa 1760.

Title: Der Kolibri mit rother Brust, der Kolibri mit grüner Brust, und der Siebenschläfer - Hand-Colored Engraving of Hummingbirds and Dormouse by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Cent...

Antique print titled 'Veüe entiere du petit Jardin (..) - Prospect de skleinen Gartens (..)'. Prospect of the small garden and building. This print originates from 'Wunder würdigen K...

Antique map titled 'Novae Hispaniae, Chili, Peruviae et Guatamala Littorae.' Sea chart of Central America and the northwest coast of South America, oriented to the east, by Reinier & Joshua Ottens (after Frederick de Wit - 1675) in 1745 ('Atlas van de Zeevaart'). The map shows all or parts of the coasts of Peru, Chili, Honduras, Costa Rica and Mexico as well as the western Caribbean and the Galapagos...

Artist or Maker: Johann Wilhelm Weinmann Title: "Laburnum, seu Anasyris flore luteo" Medium: Colored etching Catalog Number: N.655 This image is an colored etching from J.W. Weinman...

"Rosone Antico nel Tempio di Giove Statore." A breakdown of the title: - "Rosone" typically refers to an architectural term for a rose window, which is a circular window with a dec...

Original antique print of various sea shells and molluscs. This print originates from 'Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën' by F. Valentijn. François Valentyn or Valentijn (17 April 1666 – 6 A...

Antique print titled 'De Stad Montfoort'. View on the city of Montfoort, the Netherlands. Artists and Engravers: Engraved by H. Spilman. Condition: Good, general age-related to...

Mughal Princes’ Revolt – Battle Scene Engraving by Chatelain, Atlas Historique 1718 This dramatic antique engraving titled Representation et Description du Soulevement des IV Prince...

Antique map Switerzland titled 'La Suisse Divisee en ses Treze Cantons, ses Alliez & ses Sujets (..)'. Beautiful map of Switzerland with 33 coats of arms. The map is dedicated to t...

Description: Antique map titled 'Indes Iere Feuille'. Old map of northern India. Covers the subcontinent from Kandahar east as far as Burma (Pegu) and south to just past Goa. Names...

Antique map titled 'Tabula Generalis Totius Belgii Provinciae XVII. Infer. Germaniae (..)'. Map of the Benelux countries by Johann Baptist Homann. Shows the area between the Seine es...

Antique print titled 'Amstella intus respiciens ex ponte versus Orphanotrophaeum Amstellodamensis'. Beautiful view of the 'Binnen Amstel' in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. This is an op...

Antique print titled 'Gezicht van twee Zijden van het Collegio Romano der Jesuiten, gestigt door Paus Gregorius XIII'. This print originates from 'Hedendaagsche historie van, en reis...

Antique print titled 'An ancient View of St. James's (..)'. Old print of Westminster, the old Westminster Abbey in the centre, with St James's Palace on the right. Westminster Abb...

An antique print depicting a cultural practice in Florida. The German title at the bottom of this print reads: "Opfer, welches die Floridaner der Sonne mit einem Hirsche bringen," ...

This antique engraving is an illustration from the monumental work of the "Encyclopédie Méthodique" published by Charles-Joseph Panckoucke in 1793, specifically from the section 'Rec...

Antique print titled 'Genealogie de la Maison d'Anhalt'. Chart of the genealogy of the house of the Duchy of Anhalt. Two coats of arms, on the left Anhalt-...

This engraving is titled "Habits of a Young Woman of Otaheite", and it was produced as part of Bankes's New System of Geography, which was a popular geographical work published in th...

Antique print titled 'De Waag'. This print depicts the Weigh-House (Waag) in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. This print originates from ' Amsterdam, In Zyne Opkomst, Aanwas, Geschiedenis...

Antique print titled 'Vue et Description du Cap de Bonne Esperance'. Striking view of the Cape of Good Hope, with Dutch ships in the harbor and Table Mountain in the background. A ni...

Description: Antique print titled 'Avis pugnax mas'. Old bird print of the male ruff bird (Calidris pugnax), amedium-sized wading bird that breeds in marshes...

Original antique print titled 'Papil: Europ'. This print shows various butterflies. Originates from 'Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen (..)' by ...

Antique frontispiece titled 'Acta Sanctorum Mensis Iulius'. Shows the Acts of the Saints, depicting a female figure seated at the top of the page, being presented volumes labeled by ...

These prints are detailed architectural engravings by Jean-François de Neufforge, reflecting his meticulous approach to classical architecture during the 18th century. 1. The first ...

Antique print titled ‘A. Le Bouleau, B. Le Tilieul et sa graine’. Beautiful print depicting a birch and lime tree (tilia). This print originates from ‘Le spectacle de la nature ou En...

This print is from "Suecia Antiqua et Hodierna," which is a significant work depicting Sweden during its era as a great power. The collection of engravings...

This plate shows a ruin near the water. Source unknown, to be determined. Most likely engraved by C. de Bruijn, c.1700. Artists and Engravers: Cornelis de Bruijn (also spelled Cornel...

This engraving by C. Dupuis, part of the "Recueil de XC Têtes tirées des Sept Cartons des Actes des Apôtres," features two contrasting profiles. On the left is a serene and contempla...

Antique map titled 'A Map of the Empire of Morocco Comprehending the Kingdoms of Fez, Morocco'. Original antique map of the kingdoms of Fez, Algiers, Segelmese, Tafilet and Moroc...

Antique map Germany titled 'A New and Accurate Map of the South West part of Germany. Comprehending the Archbishoprics of Mentz and Treves, the Ele...

Antique print, titled: 'A Malabar Man and Wooman.' - This plate shows a man and woman from Malabar, India. It originally accompanied J. Nieuhof's account of his 'Voyages and Travels ...

Antique print, untitled. Six South American figures: a Spanish woman from Quito, a distinguished native woman, a native barber, an old widow from Quito an...

The uploaded authentic engraving for sale portrays a scene of interaction between European explorers and indigenous peoples, identified by the caption as occurring at "Port des Franç...

This engraving is titled "A View of Monuments, &c. in Easter Island." It depicts a scene from Easter Island (Rapa Nui), focusing on the famous stone monuments, which are likely early...

Antique map titled 'Partie de l'Amérique septent qui comprend la nouvelle France ou le Canada'. Decorative and highly detailed map of New England an...

Antique portrait titled 'Duke of Norfolk Thomas Howard'. Thomas Howard, 4th Duke of Norfolk, KG (Kenninghall, Norfolk, 10 March 1536 – Tower Hill, London, 2 June 1572) was an English nobleman and politician. This print originates from Thomas Birch...

Antique print titled 'Chateau de Stowe, du Coté des Jardins'. Copper engraving showing the garden side of the Stowe House. This print originates from 'Jard...

These hand-colored engravings are various bird illustrations published by Buffon. They are from the work of Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon, a renowned French naturalist. These bird illustrations are from his monumental work "Histoire Naturelle, Générale et Particulière" (Natural History, General and Particular), which was published in multiple volumes over several decades in the 18th century. The specific bird prints are from the volumes dedicated to birds ("Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux"). These volumes were published between 1770 and 1783. The precise publication date for each illustration can vary depending on the volume and edition, but the entire series falls within this time frame. Buffon's "Histoire Naturelle" is celebrated for its detailed and scientifically accurate illustrations, which were a significant contribution to ornithology and natural history at the time. Here are detailed descriptions of the birds depicted in each of the three prints: **First Print (Pl. 88):** 1. **Le Héron (The Heron)** - A tall bird with a long neck, a sharp beak, and long legs. The plumage is mostly gray with a lighter chest and dark wings. It stands on a grassy patch. 2. **Le Butor (The Bittern)** - A medium-sized bird with a stout body and a thick neck. The plumage is brown with darker streaks, blending well with marshy surroundings. It stands on a small patch of ground. 3. **Le Secretaire (The Secretary Bird)** - A large bird with an eagle-like body and crane-like legs. It has long tail feathers and distinctive crest feathers on its head. The plumage is a mix of gray, black, and white. It stands on a grassy area. **Second Print (Pl. 105):** 1. **L'Albatros (The Albatross)** - A large seabird with long wings and a stout body. The plumage is white with dark wings. It is depicted floating on water. 2. **Le Cygne (The Swan)** - A graceful bird with a long neck and white plumage. It has an orange beak with a black base and is shown swimming. 3. **Le Pélican (The Pelican)** - A large bird with a long beak and a distinctive throat pouch. The plumage is white with a hint of pink. It stands on a rock near the water. **Third Print (Pl. 96):** 1. **La Spatule (The Spoonbill)** - A bird with a long, flat, spoon-shaped bill. The plumage is white with a slight pink tinge. It stands on a grassy patch. 2. **La Grue (The Crane)** - A tall bird with long legs and neck, mostly gray plumage with black wing tips. It has a red crown on its head and stands on a grassy area. 3. **L'Aigrette (The Egret)** - A slender bird with white plumage, long neck, and black legs. It has delicate plumes on its back and is shown standing near water. These illustrations are characteristic of the detailed and accurate depictions typical of Buffon's work in natural history. These birds are found in various habitats across the world. Here are the typical regions and habitats for each bird: **First Print (Pl. 88):** 1. **Le Héron (The Heron)** - Herons are widely distributed across the world, found in both freshwater and coastal habitats. They are commonly seen in wetlands, marshes, rivers, and along lakeshores. 2. **Le Butor (The Bittern)** - Bitterns are also found in wetlands and marshes, with a preference for dense reed beds. They have a wide distribution, including parts of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. 3. **Le Secretaire (The Secretary Bird)** - Native to Sub-Saharan Africa, Secretary Birds inhabit open grasslands and savannas. They are terrestrial birds often seen stalking through tall grass in search of prey. **Second Print (Pl. 105):** 1. **L'Albatros (The Albatross)** - Albatrosses are primarily found in the Southern Ocean and North Pacific. They are oceanic...

This antique County map of Herefordshire by Robert Morden was first published in 1701 in a work entitled 'The New Description and State of England'...

Antique print titled 'Plan de Madras et du Fort St. Georges'. Plan of the city of Madras (or Chennai), the capital of the state of Tamil Nadu, India. Also shows a plan of Fort St. Ge...

Antique print titled 'Mandarins, or place-men from Du Halde'. Print of Chinese men and their costumes. This print originates from 'A New General Collection of Voyages and Travels...

Antique print titled 'The Elevation of Iohn Waller Esqr. his house in Beaconsfield in Buckinghamshire (..)'. Old engraving of the house of John Waller in Beaconsfield. This print ori...

This is a hand-colored atnique print, this time depicting the "Habit of the Lady Mayoress of London, in 1640." It's a historical costume illustration showing the fashion of a high-ra...

The Red-Breasted Merganser: Hand-Colored Engraving from the Seligmann Edition after George Edwards’ Natural History This engraving depicts a Red-Breasted Merganser (Mergus serrator)...

The engraving is titled "Poulaho, King of the Friendly Islands, Drinking Kava." It depicts a ceremonial scene with Poulaho, the King of the Friendly Islands (modern-day Tonga), parti...

Plate IV: 'Chirurgie'. (Surgery.) This plate shows medical instruments like tools for treating fractures. This print originates from 'Encyclopédie ...

Antique Portrait of John the Evangelist – German Bible Illustration, 1708 This finely engraved plate depicts John the Evangelist, one of the four Gospel writers, seated in a contemp...

This engraving depicts a historical battle scene between Dutch forces and a party of Spaniards, as noted by the inscription at the bottom of the image. The scene shows armed soldiers...

Antique print titled 'Il mode nel quale si vestono gti abilanti di Arakan'. Engraving of inhabitants of Arakan, a historic coastal region in Southeast Asia. This print originates fro...

This print originates from ‘Biblia Sacra, dat is, de H. Schriftuer van het Oude, en het Nieuwe Testament, naer de laetste Roomsche keure der gemeine Latijnsche overzettinge, in neder...

Antique print titled 'Temple de Jerusalem.' It's an original depiction of the Temple of Jerusalem, featuring intricate details and a legend describing various aspects, including Solo...

Antique print titled 't Stadhuis, het Hof en Burger-Weeshuis te Leeuwarden'. Copper engraving of the city hall of Leeuwarden, Friesland, the Netherlands. This print originates from '...

"Carte de la Grece Contenant l'Etat Present de l'Eglise Grecque & ce qui Regarde les Ecclesiastiques", Chatelain, Henry Abraham Subject: Southern Greece Period: 1720 (circa) Publica...

This original antique hand-colored engraving by Johann Michael Seligmann is a representation of the Golden Thrush, derived from George Edwards' "Natural History of Uncommon Birds" and "Gleanings of Natural History." The artwork was part of Seligmann's own work, "Sammlung Verschiedener Auslandischer und Seltener Vogel," which translates to "Collection of Various Foreign and Rare Birds," published in 1749. The engraving contains several lines of text in different languages, likely identifying the bird and giving references to the work it was derived from. Here’s the transcription and translation of the visible text: - "Gallula Bengalensis." - This is Latin, likely the scientific name of the bird at the time, which translates to "Bengal Gallula" or "Bengal Thrush." - "N:o 80./VII.Heft." - This seems to be a reference to the plate number and the volume or issue number of the collection. - "Le Grive Dorée, Icterus." - In French, this means "The Golden Thrush, Icterus." 'Icterus' refers to the genus that includes birds commonly known as orioles, which are often characterized by their yellow and black plumage. - "Goldbrostel." - This could be an old or regional name for the bird in German, which might translate to something like "Gold Breast" referring to the bird's golden chest...

Antique portrait titled 'Joseph Addison Esqr.'. Old print of Joseph Addison, English essayist, poet, playwright and politician. It depicts a bust portrait of Addison in an ornamental oval. He is turned to his right, but he is looking directly at the viewer. He is wearing a dark coat over a white shirt. Below the oval are items relating to plays, music, as well as the rod of Asclepius...

Antique print titled 'De Eilands-Kerk'. View of the 'Eilandskerk' in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. This print originates from 'Amsterdam, in zyne opkomst, aanwas, geschiedenissen' by J...

Antique print titled 'Von ihm wird Pegasus mit Sporn und Hand geritten (..)'. Original old print of the Marquess of Newcastle riding on Pegasus before an assembly of the Greek Gods a...