19th Century Prints

An engraving titled "Sandwich" by the British artist William Henry Bartlett, engraved by E. Challis in 1841. It depicts a view of the town of Sandwich in Kent, which is one of the Ci...

Antique costume print titled 'Perse - Homme du Peuple'. Original antique print of a Persian man. This print originates from 'Moeurs, usages et costumes de ...

Wonderful print of St Barbara Illuminated Chromolithograph Published circa 1880 Unframed. Free shipping The measurement is the paper size

Arabian-Moorish Ornamentation in Historical Art Prints Description: These prints, created by H. Dolmetsch, showcase Arabian-Moorish architectural decorations and motifs. They were ...

Set of 3 Vibrant Antique Fern Botanical Prints by E.J. Lowe, Hand-Colored, 1868 This beautiful set of three antique botanical prints from *Ferns: British and Exotic* by Edward Joseph Lowe (published between 1857 and 1860) offers a vibrant depiction of nature’s finest ferns. The prints, titled *Onoclea Sensibilis*, *Fadyenia Prolifera*, and *Cyclopeltis Semicordata*, are superbly hand-colored lithographs. These are wonderful specimens for anyone passionate about botany or natural history. Lowe’s work is a masterpiece of Victorian botanical illustration, with each fern illustrated in intricate detail. The coloring is crisp and true to life, highlighting the natural beauty of these species. *Onoclea Sensibilis*, known as the Sensitive Fern, showcases its iconic fronds and distinctive fertile spikes. *Fadyenia Prolifera* features slender leaves and beautifully curled leaflets, while *Cyclopeltis Semicordata* exhibits the fine details of its rich, green pinnate leaves. These hand-colored lithographs were produced by the noted printers, Day & Son, who were renowned for their high-quality printwork during the 19th century. Lowe’s publication is highly prized among collectors, gardeners, and botanists alike. These prints are a stunning addition to any space, whether framed in a study, library, or living room, offering an aesthetic that bridges science and art. They are particularly sought after by collectors of antique botanical art...

The two prints are lithographs from the book *Exploration of the Valley of the Amazon*, made by the U.S. Navy Department in 1854. This book chronicles an expedition undertaken to exp...

Antique print titled 'Dowlutabad (Ostindien)'. View of Daulatabad. Originates from 'Meyers Universum'. Artists and Engravers: Joseph Meyer (May 9, 1796 - June 27, 1856) was a Ger...

Title: Handcolored 1849 Engraving of Siamese Brother & Woman from Calcutta, d'Orbigny This remarkable handcolored engraving, created by Fournier after an illustration by Werner, originates from Charles d'Orbigny's *Dictionnaire Universel d'Histoire Naturelle* (Universal Dictionary of Natural History), published in Paris in 1849. It captures ethnographic portraits with exceptional detail and accuracy, offering an invaluable glimpse into 19th-century anthropological studies. The top two figures represent one of the famous "Siamese brothers," likely referring to the conjoined twins...

This is an antique print titled "Onori divini fatti a Cook," which translates to "Divine honors given to Cook." It likely depicts a moment when Captain James Cook, the famed British ...

Wonderful Gothic architectural print. Tracery from the Campanile of Giotto, at Florence. Steel engraving after the original drawing by John Ruskin. Published, circa 1880 ...

Scandinavian Atlantic Salmon Forms: Exquisite 19th Century Hand-Colored Print Description: This captivating hand-colored lithograph from the series Pisces Scandinaviae showcases ...

Antique print titled 'Pisa'. View of Pisa, Rome, Italy. Originates from 'Meyers Universum'. Artists and Engravers: Joseph Meyer (May 9, 1796 - June 27, 1856) was a German industri...

Wonderful print of St Henry II Illuminated Chromolithograph Published circa 1880 Unframed. Foxing to the margin Free shipping The measurement is the paper size

1823 Hand-Coloured Engraving - Gauchos Lassoing Cattle in Buenos Aires, Argentina Description: This 1823 hand-coloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's "Bilderb...

This illustration is a fine example from Vanity Fair, dated April 24, 1880. It depicts a gentleman named "Henry," dressed in a fencer's outfit, complete with a fencing foil...

Copper plate engraving of the Geranium by Pancrace Bessa, 1819. Engraving with original hand-coloring on laid paper with visible ribbed paper texture and plate marks. There are a t...

Title: 19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph Compilation of Swords, Firearms, and Weaponry Description: This expertly hand-coloured lithograph compilation features an impressive...

This lithograph, attributed to Karl Joseph Brodtmann, portrays a Malaysian girl engaged in an everyday activity, likely carrying goods using a traditional shoulder pole (yoke). The p...

Great image of a Blue Tit Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Alexander Francis Lydon. Original color P...

Wonderful pair of prints of 19th Century Japanese silk panels Amazing illuminated gold lustre Lithographs Published by A.Morel, Paris, Fra...

Antique print with the title: Smaller Sulphur-crested Cockatoo Original engraving c1811 by Mrs. M. Griffith, the principal illustrator for George Shaw's General Zoology or System...

Glorious set of 15 prints of London buildings Steel engravings. Published by Tallis, circa 1840 Unframed.

Title: "Vivid German Renaissance Art: Painted Sculpture and Heraldry" Description: This print is an intricate depiction of German Renaissance art, focusing on painted sculptures and...

Wonderful print of St Francis of Sales Illuminated Chromolithograph Published circa 1880 Unframed. Free shipping The measurement is the paper size

Antique costume print titled 'Le Progrès'. Old fashion print of various men and women illustrating the fashion trends of October, 1886. Artists and Engravers: Published for 'La Ga...

Old print of decorative art in the 16th and 17th century. This print originates from 'L'Ornement polychrome'. A beautiful work containing about 2000 patterns of all the styles of Art...

Wonderful print of St Patrick Illuminated Chromolithograph Published circa 1880 Unframed. Free shipping The measurement is the paper size

The Orator of the Seneca: Red Jacket, Voice of Sovereignty This lithograph is of Red Jacket, a noted Seneca war chief and orator. It comes from the "History of the Indian Tribes of ...

Antique print of hotel du Pavillon, with an avenue of Assam trees in the city Semarang, eastern end of Karang Bidara on Java, Indonesia. This print originates from 'Het Kamerlid van ...

The Dean of Westminster Bringing the Crown – Coronation of George IV, 1821 – Stipple and Mezzotint in Colours by Sir George Naylor A finely executed stipple and mezzotint engraving ...

Antique print titled 'Het witte huis-konijn, het rots zeezwijntje, de berghaas. Original old print of a rabbit, hares, pika and other rodents. This print originates from 'Volledige n...

The King’s Procession from the Queen’s Palace to Westminster Hall – Coronation of George IV, 1821 – Hand-Coloured Engraving Finely detailed hand-coloured engraving showing the cerem...

The Coronation of His Majesty George IV – July 19, 1821 – Hand-Coloured Engraving by Matthew Dubourg, 1822 Vivid hand-coloured engraving depicting the coronation of King George IV a...

Title: Exquisite Antique Natural History Prints: Insects, Larvae, and Life Cycles Description: This set of four original antique prints from 1832 is a captivating exploration of ...

Antique costume print titled 'Le Progrès'. Old fashion print of various men and women illustrating the fashion trends of December, 1881. Artists and Engravers: Published for 'La G...

Antique print titled 'Nice'. Original antique print with a view of Nice, France. Artists and Engravers: Engraved by G. Morandotti after G. Regazzoni. Condition: Fair/good, gene...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph Compilation of Ornate Medieval Polearms Description: This carefully curated compilation of two hand-coloured lithographs presents a stunning ...

This lithograph portrays a fashionable woman from 1889, dressed in a strikingly elegant gown that embodies the fashion sensibilities of the late 19th century. The dress is defined by...

This vintage botanical illustration captures the lush landscape of Serra dos Órgãos in Brazil during the early 19th century. The focal point of the image is the Arecoideae palm, depi...

UTAGAWA KUNIYOSHI (1797-1861) - Antique woodblock print - from the actor series - third print only (part of a triptych) - contained in a vintag...

This is an illustration of a soldier from Venice, known as a "Soldat Vénitien." The image is likely from a historical or military costume book, detailing the dress and equipment of v...

Great image of hummingbirds Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. brown with original hand color. Pub...

Antique costume print including many different costumes including costumes of Switzerland, Tyrol, Asia and others. This print originates from 'Blätter fürcostumekunde. Historical and...

Great image of lions. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. Brown with original hand color. Pub...

Hand-Colored Engravings that were published in the 1819 sixth edition of "Getreue Darstellung und Beschreibung der in der Arzenykunde gebrauchlichen Gewächse" by Friedrich Gottlob Ha...

Title: Striking Geological Illustration of a Conical Hill in the Laguna Colorado Valley Description: This captivating lithograph showcases a 500-foot conical hill located in the p...

Original old print of polar bears. Lithograped by or after Hochdanz. Published circa 1865.

Antique costume print titled 'Le Progrès'. Old fashion print of various men and women illustrating the fashion trends of October, 1874. Artists and Engravers: Published for 'La Ga...

Title: "Italian Renaissance Façade Paintings from Ornamentenschatz, 1887" Description: This print, crafted by H. Dolmetsch, is part of the esteemed "Ornamentenschatz," published by...

Antique print of the Santo Domingo crocodile and a crocodile skull. This print originates from 'Bilderbuch fur Kinder' by F.J. Bertuch. Friedrich Johan...

Elegant 19th-Century Lithograph by Achille Devéria – Ballroom Scene This exquisite lithograph by Achille Devéria (1800–1857) captures the elegance and charm of 19th-century Frenc...

This print is titled The Directors' Parlour, Bank of England, and was created by J. C. Griffiths, whose name is visible in the lower right corner. The image depicts the grand interio...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph: Two Knights Jousting in Vibrant Heraldic Colours This striking original hand-coloured lithograph, produced in 1842, vividly portrays a tense m...

Title: German Renaissance Art from Der Ornamentenschatz, 1884 Description: This collection of prints represents German Renaissance art as compiled in Heinrich Dolmetsch's "Der Ornamentenschatz," published in 1884. The assortment includes detailed representations of wall and ceiling paintings, glass painting, book bindings, embroidery, and typographic embellishments. Each piece is meticulously rendered to showcase the opulent decorative styles that were prevalent in German art during the Renaissance. Maker and Publication: Created by Heinrich Dolmetsch, these prints were part of "Der Ornamentenschatz," a catalog published by Julius Hoffmann in Stuttgart. This work is known for its comprehensive coverage of historical decorative arts across various cultures and periods, with a particular focus on the richness of the Renaissance era. Attractiveness and Decorative Appeal: - Rich Detail and Vibrant Coloration: The prints are visually striking due to their intricate details and vibrant colors which highlight the ornate aesthetics of the time. - Variety of Designs: The diversity in the subject matter—from architectural elements to everyday objects—illustrates the broad scope of Renaissance artistry and craftsmanship. - Historical and Cultural Significance: Each print not only serves as a decorative piece but also offers insights into the cultural and historical contexts of the designs, adding depth and value to the collection. These attributes make the prints highly attractive to historians, art collectors, and anyone with an appreciation for Renaissance art and its impact on later cultural developments. When searching for prints like those in Heinrich Dolmetsch's "Der Ornamentenschatz," especially those depicting German Renaissance designs, people typically use the following keywords: 1. **Heinrich Dolmetsch** 2. **Der Ornamentenschatz** 3. **German Renaissance Art** 4. **19th Century Prints** 5. **Antique Art Prints...

Antique print titled ‘Histoire Sainte, Ancien Testament, Le Serpent d'Airain.’ This plate shows a scene from the Old Testament; The Bronze Serpent.’ This...

Antique map Tahiti titled 'Kaart van het Eiland Otahiti'. Antique map of the Island of Tahiti, Polynesia. Originates from 'Reizen Rondom de Waereld door James Cook (..)'. Artists...

"Extensive Collection of Gothic Artwork from Ornamentenschatz, 1887" Description: This compilation features a selection of prints by H. Dolmetsch from the "Ornamentenschatz," publi...

The hand-colored print titled "New York," published in 1842, presents a detailed and picturesque view of the cityscape of New York as it appeared in the early 19th century. The title "New York" is centered below the image. Below the title, the text reads "LONDON: Published by Thomas Kelly. 17, Paternoster Row," indicating the publisher and location of publication in London. Additionally, the text "S. Davenport. Sculp." is printed beneath the image, signifying that the engraving was done by S. Davenport. Description of the Image: - **Perspective**: The image provides a broad view, likely from an elevated point, showing the expanse of the city. The perspective gives a sense of depth, with the street extending into the distance. - **Central Street**: A wide, unpaved street runs down the center of the image, flanked by rows of buildings on both sides. This street is bustling with various activities. - **Buildings**: The buildings are primarily two to three stories tall, featuring a mix of architectural styles typical of the period. Some have distinct red roofs, adding a touch of color to the scene. - **Churches**: There are several prominent churches with tall spires visible in the background, indicating the importance of religious institutions during that time. - **Foreground**: In the foreground, to the right, there is a large, columned building, which might be a significant public or religious structure. - **Activity**: The street scene includes horse-drawn carriages and pedestrians, capturing the everyday life of the city's inhabitants. - **Harbor**: In the far background, you can see masts of ships, indicating the proximity of the harbor and the importance of maritime activities to the city. Artistic and Historical Context: - **Engraving Style**: The work of S. Davenport, an engraver, suggests fine detail and precision typical of hand-colored prints of that era. - **Historical Significance**: This print serves as a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the urban layout and architecture of New York City in the early 1840s. - **Publishing Context**: Being published in London by Thomas Kelly indicates a transatlantic interest in the growing metropolis of New York, reflecting its emerging significance on the global stage. This print is not only an artistic representation but also a historical record, encapsulating the essence of New York City during a period of significant growth and development. Identifying specific buildings from a historical print like this one can be challenging, especially without modern landmarks for direct comparison. However, a few notable buildings and features from New York in the early 1840s could potentially be recognized based on historical context and architectural details. Potential Recognizable Buildings: 1. **St. Paul's Chapel**: Given its prominent spire and proximity to the center of early New York...

"Garden Elegance: A Triptych of 19th Century Botanical Illustrations" Delight in the timeless beauty of nature with "Garden Elegance," an exquisite collection of three original anti...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Jousting Print: Knights on Striped and Starry Caparisoned Horses This splendid original hand-coloured lithograph, produced in 1842, offers a fascinating g...