18th Century Prints

Antique bird print titled 'The Turtle Dove from the East Indies'. Original antique print of a turtle dove from the East Indies. This print originates from 'A Supplement to the Natura...

Antique print titled 'The Elevation of Ebberston Lodge (..)'. Designs for Ebberston Lodge, near Scarborough, Yorkshire, England. This print originates from 'Vitruvius Britannicus' ...

Antique map Germany titled 'Allemagne'. Rare miniature map of Germany and surroundings. Also depicting the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Venice. S...

Antique print titled 'Plan des Thermes de Titus Partie Superieure'. Plan of the overground area of the Baths of Titus. The Baths of Titus or Thermae Titi were public baths (Thermae) built in 81 AD at Rome, by Roman emperor Titus...

The prints by Neufforge depict designs for entrances. The French term "hôtel" in the 18th century referred not to a hotel as we understand it today (a place where travelers pay for l...

Antique print titled 'Différentes Décorations de Romainville de l'Ordonnance (..)'. Copper engraving showing various pavilion decorations. This print originates from 'Jardins Anglo-C...

Antique portrait titled 'Louis Seize, Roi de France et de Navarre'. Old portrait of Louis XVI , King of France. Source unknown, to bet determined. Ar...

Ottoman Court Attendants and Soldiers – 1734 Print of Imperial Palace Figures Description: This finely executed copperplate engraving from 1734 presents four detailed portraits of f...

The engraving depicts the French explorer Louis Antoine de Bougainville hoisting the French colors upon a small rock in the Magellan Straits. This act symbolizes the claiming of terr...

An antique engraving depicting a dance scene titled "An Exact Representation of a Dance in Otaheite," Otaheite being an archaic name for Tahiti in French Polynesia. This engraving would have been created as a part of a series to document the culture and life of the Tahitian people, likely observed by European explorers during one of the many voyages to the South Pacific in the 18th century. In the foreground, there are central figures engaged in a dance, wearing traditional Polynesian attire, which includes wraps around their waists and adornments that seem to represent status or a part of the dance costume. They are holding what appear to be fans, which may be part of the traditional dance. The dancers' poses suggest movement and a performance aspect to the scene. Behind the dancers, we can see a group of musicians providing the accompaniment, playing drums, which indicates the importance of music and rhythm in the dance. To the right, there is an audience of seated individuals, likely members of the community, watching the performance. The background of the scene includes thatched huts and a lush landscape with palm trees, depicting a typical village setting in Tahiti. The checkerboard pattern on the ground where the dance takes place is notable, as it adds a sense of structure to the scene. This image would have been intended for a European audience unfamiliar with Tahitian culture and would have served as a visual record of the encounters between European explorers and the peoples of the Pacific Islands. The engraving you've uploaded, titled "An Exact Representation of a Dance in Otaheite," is likely from a work documenting the voyages of Captain James Cook, given the style and subject matter. Captain Cook made three voyages to the Pacific Ocean during the 18th century, and his encounters with the peoples of the Pacific, including those of Tahiti (Otaheite), were extensively recorded and published. The engravings from Cook's voyages were made by artists who accompanied him, such as John Webber on his third voyage, or were based on sketches made by other crew members. These images were then published in the official accounts of the voyages. The most notable of these accounts is "A Voyage to the Pacific Ocean" undertaken during Cook's third voyage from 1776 to 1780, which was published in the years following his death in 1779. Another possible source for this engraving could be from the accounts of Joseph Banks. Banks was a naturalist who joined Cook on his first voyage (1768-1771) aboard the HMS Endeavour and was responsible for extensive collections and descriptions of Pacific cultures. His collections and later works also included illustrations and engravings of the scenes and peoples encountered. Given that the engraving is labeled as "London Published as the Act directs by Alexr. Hogg at the Kings Arms...

The engraving appears to be from the Captain James Cook's voyages, which took place between 1768 and 1779. Since it is related to Cook's expeditions and given the style of the engrav...

Title: Birth and Naming Rituals of the Banians – Antique 1734 Engraving of Indian Customs Description: This rare and evocative copperplate engraving, published in 1734 as part of 'T...

Set of nine antique prints depicting various figures and objects of, most likely, the Middle East. Source unknown, to be determined. Published circa 1790.

Antique frontispiece of volume 3 of 'Manuale di varj ornamenti tratti dalle fabbriche, e frammenti antichi' by Carlo Antonini. This work contains a seri...

The engraving showcases two individuals of high status from Tahiti, known historically as "Otaheite" during the period of European exploration in the Pacific. On the left is "OTOO, ...

Set of 2 antique entomology prints depicting various butterflies. These prints originate from 'De Uitlandsche Kapellen voorkomende in de Drie...

Antique print titled '(..) Officier von neu aufgerichten Menslichen Regiment (..)'. Rare, original antique print of an officer. This print originates from a series published by Martin Engelbrecht...

Antique print titled 'Turdus, Calamoxenus'. This print depicts the common whitethroat with nest and eggs (Dutch: grasmus, in text 'rietvink'). The common whitethroat (Sylvia communis...

Antique portrait titled 'Le Moufti, ou Chef de la Loy'. Old print of the Mufti or Chief of the Law. A mufti is a Sunni Islamic scholar who is an interpreter or expounder of Islamic l...

Antique print titled 'Pier Mohhammed. IVde Groote Mogol'. This print depicts Jahangir, the 4th Mughal Emperor. Text on verso. This print originates from 'Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën' by...

The image is an 18th-century engraving showing a family in Dusky Bay, New Zealand. It depicts a tranquil scene with three individuals, presumably a family, in a coastal forest settin...

An engraving from "Portlock's New Collection of Voyages and Travels," likely dating around 1780. It depicts a scene titled "A King of Florida consulting his Magician previous to his ...

This listing is an original antique engraving titled "The INSIDE of a HOUSE, in OONALASHKA." It shows an intimate scene inside a dwelling, presumably belonging to the indigenous peop...

Original antique bird print of small birds from Angola. Published by George Edwards circa 1750. George Edwards FRS (3 April 1694 – 23 July 1773) was an English naturalist and ornit...

The engraving shows two individuals labeled as "A MAN of STA CHRISTINA." and "A WOMAN of STA CHRISTINA." On the left, the man is depicted with a direct gaze, curly hair, and a strip...

Antique portrait titled 'Jacobus Zonzalus et Donatus'. Portrait of Jacobus Zonzalus and Donatus Magnus. This print originates from 'Historie der kerken en ketteren van den beginne de...

Antique map titled 'Civitas Leucorum sive Pagus Tullensis'. Detailed map of the Diocese of Toul, France. Centered on the cities of Nancy and Toul and including Metz, Verdun, S. Dizie...

Antique print titled 'De Ridder Hofstad Voorn, van voren'. View of 'Huis te Voorn', a castle in De Meern, the Netherlands. This print originates from 'Het verheerlykt Nederland, of K...

Antique portrait titled 'Sr. Kenelm Digby'. Sir Kenelm Digby (11 July 1603 – 11 June 1665) was an English courtier and diplomat. He was also a highly reputed natural philosopher, ast...

Antique print titled 'Die Pferde zum Schiessen zu gewöhnen - Pour former les Chevaux à tenir ferme en tirant'. This print originates from 'Neue Reit-Kunst' by J.E. Ridinger.

The engraving provided is titled "The Rejoicings of the Mexicans, at the beginning of the Age." It was included in Portlock’s "New Collection of Voyages and Travels," published in 17...

Antique print titled 'Pavillon pour les jardins (..)'. Copper engraving showing the pavilions of the Earl of Tilney and Knight Stevenson. Earl Tylney, of Castlemaine in the Count...

Antique print titled 'Plate XXVII. Seals of Royal Boroughs in Scotland'. Original antique print showing Seals of Royal Boroughs in Scotland. This print originates from 'An Account of...

Antique print titled 'Tetrao, Coturnix'. This print depicts the common quail with nest and eggs (Dutch: kwartel). The common quail (Coturnix coturnix) or European quail is a small gr...

Antique anatomy print of the human skeleton. This print originates from 'De Ontleedkundige Plaaten van B. Eustachius' published by J.B. Elwe. Artists and Engravers: Bartolomeo Eus...

Antique portrait titled 'Dgi-Guerdgi Albanois qui porte au Bezestein des Foyes de Mouton pour nourrir les Chats'. Antique print depicting the Albanian Dgi-Guerdgi feeding cats in...

Description: Antique print, titled: 'Pompe Funebre des Rois de Tunquin' - This plate shows a funeral procession of the Kings of Vietnam (formerTunquin or Tonk...

A small early 18th century black and white map of Batavia by the Dutch cartographer Pieter Van Der Aa. This map was first published in his 'Nouvel ...

The engraving is titled "A View in the Island of Tanna," and it was published by Alex Hogg at the King's Arms, No. 16 Paternoster Row, London. The image portrays a serene and idyllic...

Antique map titled 'La Grande Bretagne et Irlande'. Small antique map of Great Britain and Ireland. Source unknown, to be determined. Publ...

Antique print titled 'Negres de Kachao et de Bissao qui preparent le Manioc'. Old print showing inhabitants of Kachao preparing the Manioc root. Kachao a town and a Portuguese colony...

Antique map titled 'Buckingham both shyre and shire towne describ'. Map of Buckinghamshire, England. With town plans of Buckingham and Redding. This map originates from Overton's atl...

Antique bird print titled 'The Jacobine Pidgeon'. Original antique print of a jacobin pigeon. This print originates from 'A Supplement to the Natural History of Birds illustrated wit...

Antique print titled 'Plan des Thermes de Titus Partie Superieure'. Plan of the underground areas of the Baths of Titus. The Baths of Titus or Thermae Titi were public baths (Thermae) built in 81 AD at Rome, by Roman emperor Titus...

Antique print titled 'De Cora-Cora van Titaway'. This is an original copper engraving of the Coracora fleet from Titaway. This print originates from 'Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën' by F. ...

Antique portrait titled 'Eminentiss e Reverendiss Principe d Trojano (..)'. Portrait of Cardinal Troiano Acquaviva d'Aragona. This print originates from the series 'Illustri fatti fa...

Antique print titled 'To his Grace Chas' Howard Duke of Norfolk hereditary Earl Marshal of England, This View of Greystoke Castle, is inscribed by his Grace's most obedient Servants Thomas Hearne and William Byrne...

Set of two architecture prints depicting various ornaments. These prints originate from 'Recueil Élémentaire d’Architecture' by Jean-Francois de Neufforge. A comprehensive series of ...

Antique map Indonesia titled 'Kaart van het Eyland Borneo'. Early map of the Island of Borneo. This map originates from 'Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indië...

Title: "ORNITHOLOGY. Div'n. Land Birds – Order 4 PICE.A. Plate VI" Description: This 19th-century ornithological print, intended as a scientific reference, features a variety of lan...

Antique print titled 'Frugality'. Depicting a table with cheese and bread. Made by J.M. Delattre after Peter Pasquin. Published in London, 1796. Artists and Engravers: Engraved by...

Antique print titled 'Du Cabinet de Mr. Le Duc de Choiseul'. Engraving after the original painting by Philips Wouwerman. Scene of horse fair. Source unknown...

Antique portrait titled 'Le Moufti, ou Chef de la Loy'. Old print of the Mufti or Chief of the Law. A mufti is a Sunni Islamic scholar who is an interpreter or expounder of Islam...

Antique print titled 'Plate XXIX. Seals of Nobility and great Men of Scotland'. Original antique print showing Seals of Nobility and important men of Scotland. This print originates ...

Antique print titled 'Kleding der Tonkiners'. Old print of the clothing/dress of the Tonkin people, Vietnam. This print originates from 'Hedendaagsche Historie, of tegenwoordige staa...

Antique bird print titled 'The Jacobine Pidgeon'. Original antique print of a jacobin pigeon. This print originates from 'A Supplement to the Natural History of Birds illustrated wit...

Original antique print of a bison. This print originates from 'Boeken op Google Play Beschryving van den Amerikaanschen gebulten stier, genaamd...

Antique print titled 'Milvi Nidus'. Double-page hand-colored engraved plate of the nest of Milvius (now Circus) aeruginosus, or the Western Marsh-harrier, with two eggs, engraved cap...

Antique print titled 'Een Mistice Vrouw'. Antique print depicting a woman, nowadays we would explain 'mistice' as a desendant of an immigrant and non-immigrant. This print originates...

Ioan (or Johan) van Hoorn was governor-general of the Dutch East Indies, and his term was from 1704 to 1709. This portrait of Ioan van Hoorn, produced during the early 18th centur...