18th Century Prints

The engraving depicts a harrowing and chaotic scene from an 18th-century exploration, specifically the tragic event involving Commander Fleuriot de Langle and his men. The scene is s...

An original antique engraving titled "Engraved for PAYNE'S Universal Geography." This title, along with the note "Vol.II page 648," suggests it is an illustration from a volume of ...

The print is from one of Captain Cook's voyages and likely from one of the three major voyages he undertook between 1768 and 1779. The engravings from these voyages were made by arti...

An authentic antique engraving titled "The NATCHE: a Ceremony in Honour of the KING'S SON, in TONGATABOO." It is likely from a work related to the voyages of Captain James Cook miss...

This original antique engraving is a set of two portraits side by side from "A New, Royal, Authentic and Complete System of Universal Geography, Antient and Modern" published by C. C...

From Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium, first published 1705 Engravings by J. Mulder, P. Sluyter (Sluiter) and D. Stoopendaal after Maria Sybilla Merian. This plate is part of a comprehensive collection comprising 17 plates. Check out other listings to view the entire series. 1964 Hoffman and Campe Verlag, Hamburg Complete production Mladinska Knjiga, Ljubljana/Yugoslavia. This 1964 official reproduction table come from the editions: Dissertation sur la génération et les transformations des insectes de Surinam, The Hague, Pierre Gosse, 1726, and Over de Voortteeling en Wonderbaerlyke Veranderingen der Surinaamsche insects, Amsterdam, Jean Frederic Bernard, 1730. YELLOW MOMBIN PLUM AND BLUE Here again the constitution of the two diagonals, one made up of the fruit cluster and the two delicate blue butterflies, the other made up of the branch of the plant, Spondias mombin from the Anacardiaceae family, the sumac or terebinth family, of which we have the wig bush, the poison sumac and the vinegar tree can be planted in systems. The yellow mombin plum, also known as yellow plum, is native to tropical America, but has also become naturalized in West Africa and Java. The author did not know anything about a yellow plum culture in Suriname, and she blames the Europeans there for this omission. The juice of the fruit is tart, astringent. I point out the structure, from the fruit cluster to the undeveloped and unfolded leaf all the way up to the flower. The butterfly is a hairstreak, subfamily Theclinae, family Bluelings, Lycaenidae - the species cannot be identified. According to Maria Sibylla's comments, the heavily spined caterpillars live on the fruit; they only gnaw the leaves when they have no fruit...

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...

The engraving features two individual portraits side by side, labeled as inhabitants of the island of Tanna, which is part of Vanuatu in the South Pacific. On the left is "A MAN of the Island of TANNA." He is depicted with a serious, almost stern expression, looking slightly to the side. His facial features are marked by a prominent beard and mustache, and his hair appears long and wavy. This detailed portrayal suggests an effort to capture the unique physical characteristics and possibly the demeanor of the man. On the right is "A WOMAN of the Island of TANNA." She is shown in a three-quarter view with a gentle expression, looking directly at the viewer. Her hair is styled in tight curls, she wears large hoop earrings, and her clothing drapes softly over her shoulders, indicating a level of adornment and style. The portraits likely aimed to depict the natural appearance and attire of the people from Tanna as accurately as possible for European audiences of the time. These works often sought to provide a detailed record of the diverse cultures encountered during exploration voyages. The style of the engraving and the reference to Captain Cook's voyages suggest that it comes from the late 18th century, likely in the period following Cook's final voyage, which ended in 1779. The engravings of Pacific peoples associated with Cook's voyages were often published in the various accounts that proliferated after his travels, as there was a keen interest in the newly contacted peoples of the Pacific. The text on the engraving says it was "Accurately Engraved for Anderson's Large Folio Edition of the Whole of Capt'n. Cook's Voyages &c. Complete." This indicates that the engraving was made for a specific publication by Anderson, compiling Captain Cook's voyages. George William Anderson is known for his compilation titled "A New, Authentic, and Complete Collection of Voyages Round the World," which was published initially in the 1780s. This collection often included large folio engravings such as this one. Given this information, we can reasonably estimate that this engraving would have been published sometime in the 1780s. However, without specific publication data, it is not possible to provide an exact year. Such details would typically be found in a library catalog...

This engraving, published in London by Alex Hogg at the Kings Arms, No.16 Paternoster Row, features two side-by-side portraits with the labels "Portrait of ...

Early 18th Century Fishing Picture, Lady Fly Fishing A rare 18th century fly fishing picture, made even more rare by the subject matter of a female angler. She has caught a fish and ...

The engraving features side-by-side portraits of a woman and a man from Easter Island, known locally as Rapa Nui, famous for its monumental statues known as moai. The left side depi...

The original antique engraving presents two individual portraits side by side. On the left is the "Portrait of POULAO, KING of the Friendly Islands," which refers to the historical ...

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...

The engraving depicts two individuals labeled as "The CHIEF, at STA CHRISTINA." and "A Principal WOMAN of STA CHRISTINA." On the left, the chief is shown with a prominent headdress ...

Title: "Narrow Escape: Captain Cook's Perilous Departure from Erromango" Description: This original antique engraving here on offer presents a dramatic scene titled "The Fortunate E...

The print depicts a scene of the indigenous inhabitants of Tierra del Fuego, an archipelago off the southernmost tip of the South American mainland, across the Strait of Magellan. Ti...

Title: "Ceremonial Tribute to Captain Cook in the Hawaiian Archipelago" Description: This antique print depicts a scene titled "An Offering before Capt'n Cook in the Sandwich Island...

Engraving in Wooden Frame With Religious Scene - 18th Century Print based on the painting of the Flemish artist Erasmus Quellin (1607-1678). The matrix was made by Schelte Adams Bol...

Title: "The Ceremonial Offering to Captain Cook in Hawaii, 1778" This detailed antique engraving, titled "An Offering Before Captain Cook in the Sandwich Islands," captures a signif...

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...

This antique engraving titled "The Inhabitants of New Caledonia" appears to be from the accounts of Captain James Cook's travels. The image depicts a scene from New Caledonia, an arc...

Pair of framed 18th century hand colored landscape engravings. One portraying Rippon – Plate 37 Engraved by J. Walker from an Original Drawing by F. Nicholson / Published August 1st ...

The print, titled "Various Instruments used by the Natives of Otaheite," was created by the artist John Webber, who is well-known for his work as the official artist on Captain James...

The engraving titled "Pantheon nunc vulgo la Rotunda" is attributed to the publishing efforts of Joan Blaeu and was part of a series published around the ea...

This print, titled "Reptiles and Insects of Various Parts of the World," is an 18th-century engraved work issued around 1778 in London for Middleton. It features an array of meticulo...

Antique bird print titled 'Pavone della China maschio - Pavo Sinensis mas'. Beautiful copper engraving of a peacock. This print originates from 'Storia naturale degli Uccelli' by Sav...

The engraving depicts a classical façade of a building, designed with a series of evenly spaced windows and arches on the ground floor, and rectangular windows on the upper floor. The architectural style is neoclassical, characterized by its symmetry, balanced proportions, and the use of classical elements such as pilasters and pediments. Atop the structure sits a central pediment supported by columns, flanked by statues. This could represent a public building or a grand palatial structure. The precise lines and attention to detail suggest that it was intended for scholarly study or as a record of architectural design. The labeling at the bottom, if any, could provide information on the building's location or the architect, but it's not visible in the image. The engraving is possible part of a series published around the early 18th century by Joan Blaeu, a renowned Dutch cartographer born in 1599 and who passed away in 1673. His works often featured detailed engravings of notable locations. This particular piece would have been published posthumously, as part of a collection that his heirs continued, which was later reissued by publishers like Pierre Mortier. The exact date of publication for this specific engraving is not provided in the information, but it would be within the timeframe of the early 1700s, given the dates of the reissues mentioned and the info behind the watermark that is visible if you hold the print to the light. The text appears in the paper is a historical note about the Honig family, prominent in the Dutch paper manufacturing industry during the 17th and 18th centuries. Jan Jbz. Honig (1688-1757), the white paper manufacturer from Zaandijk, was the son of paper manufacturer Jacob Cz. Honig(h) (1648-1709). Jan began his independent work in 1738 and continued until 1757. He was the younger brother of Cornelis Jbz. Honig (1683-1755), and together they started the company C & J HONIG in 1709. Following a division of the family business in 1738, Jan took over the mill 'De Vergulde Bijkorf' and also acquired the mill 'De Eendracht'. He was married to Trijntje Claes Caescoper (1689-1763) and operated with his son Jacob Jsz. Honig (1712-1780) under the name J(an) HONIG & ZOON. Around 1741, this firm produced Pro Patria paper featuring the emblem of the Hollandse Tuin as a watermark. By 1764, under the direction of his son Jacob, J. HONIG & ZOON supplied paper to the Amsterdam Chamber of the Dutch East India Company, using watermarks including the Amsterdam coat of arms...

The engraving titled "Amphitheatrum Vespasiani, nunc vulgo Il Coliseo" is an early 18th-century Dutch engraving, originally published by Joan Blaeu and reissued by Pierre Mortier bet...

This etching, "Veduta del Pantheon d'Agrippa oggi Chiesa di S. Maria ad Martyres," is a work from 1761 by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, an Italian artist famous for his vedute, or deta...

The image is a two-part engraving with the upper section titled "Mount Hecla, with one of its Glaciers," depicting the formidable Mount Hecla in Iceland, an active volcano known for ...

This original antique engraving is a historical depiction of Easter Island, known for its monumental statues called Moai. The image is titled "A View of Monuments, &c. in Easter Isla...

Title: "The Economic Balancing Act: A Satirical View of 1780 Britain" This original etching and engraving, circa 1780, is a satirical commentary on the precarious state of the Briti...

Set of six 18th Century beautiful hand-coloured copper plate engravings from '1770- 1786 Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux' Paris Imprimerie Royale by Le Comte de Buffon Georges- Louis ...

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...

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...

Commemorative Portraits of John Hawkesworth and Captain James King by Thornton This detailed engraving, crafted by the artist Thornton, presents a pair of oval portraits depicting t...

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 ...

Engraved plate by John Webber, titled "A Young Woman of Otaheite, in the dress they assume when bringing a Present." This work was included in the published account of Captain Jame...

An old engraving depicting the red-whiskered bulbul, also known by the scientific name Pycnonotus Jocosus. This bird species, native to Asia, is renowned for its distinctive appearan...

Title of this original and rare antique map: Nouvelle Carte Du Royaume De Bengale Mapmaker: Jacques-Nicolas Bellin (1703-1772). He was among the most important mapmakers of the eighteenth century. In 1721, at only the age of 18, he was appointed Hydrographer to the French Navy. In August 1741, he became the first Ingénieur de la Marine of the Dépôt des cartes...

"Guardian of Nootka Sound: A Lyddiker Etching from John Webber's Artistry" This engraving presents a compelling female figure from Nootka Sound, captured with the intricate detail c...

"Echoes of the Northern Shores: A Prince William Sound Woman in Lyddiker's Etching" This detailed engraving, crafted by the skilled hand of Lyddiker, is based on an original drawin...

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...

Image title: "Chile: Inhabitants and monuments of Easter Island." Publsihed: 1797, based on a drawing from 1786 Title: "Sociable Encounters at the Monolithic Giants: Easter Island'...

These hand colored engravings are old English crests/coats of arms -- two in each frame: Ashburnham & Effingham; Portland & Manchester; Northington & Radnor; and Peterboro & Hamford....

Title: Truncated Mountain, with the focus of an extinguished volcano in the island of Owyhee. Engraved by Deeble, from a drawing by Craig for the gallery of nature and art Source:...

This rare original handcolored print includes detailed illustrations of birds, and there is text at the bottom that serves to identify each bird depicted. Here's the transcribed text...

The image is an ornithological print from the early 19th century. It depicts various species of birds perched on branches. The birds are illustrated in vibrant colors with a high lev...

Title: "ORNITHOLOGY. Div'n. Land Birds – Order 4 PICE.A. Plate III" This 19th-century ornithological print, part of a scientific collection, features an array of land birds from the...

Title: "ORNITHOLOGY. Div'n. Land Birds – Order 5 GALLINA. Plate IV" Description: This ornithological print from the early 19th century, Plate IV in its series, showcases birds from ...

Rycklof van Goens was a prominent figure in the history of the Dutch East India Company (VOC), Van Goens served as Governor-General in the Dutch East Indies from 1678 to 1681. Here'...

Engravings that were part of the extensive collection by Jean-François de Neufforge, from his publication "Recueil élémentaire d'architecture." This collection was a significant work...

Antique map titled 'Dominia Anglorum in praecipuis Insulis Americae ut sunt Insula S. Christophori, Antegoa, Iamaica, Barbados nec non Insulae Bermudes vel Sommers dictae. Die Englis...

Joan Maetsuycker was a prominent Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies. Maetsuycker's term in the Dutch Indies was from 1653 to 1678. 1. **Early Life**: Joan Maetsuycker was b...

The engraving from 1724 of Ioannes Camphuys is artistic representation of his legacy long after his tenure as the Governor-General of the Dutch East India Company (VOC) in the Dutch ...

Hendrik Brouwer was a notable figure in the 17th century, particularly for his role in the Dutch East India Company (VOC) and his contributions to maritime navigation. Here's a summa...

Cornelis van der Lyn, Gouverneur Generaal van Nederlands Indien Copperplate engraving/etching on hand laid (verge) paper. The image is an original antique print, a portrait of Corne...

A copperplate engraving of Gerrit Reynst, who was the Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies. The engraving dates back to 1724 and was published by Valentijn. It showcases a highl...