19th Century Prints

18th Century French Ceiling Design – Rococo Floral and Architectural Ornament, Plate LXXXVII This exuberant chromolithograph, Plate LXXXVII from *L'Ornement Polychrome*, showcases a...

18th Century French Ceiling Design – Neoclassical Fresco and Grotesques, Plate XC This elegant chromolithograph, Plate XC from *L'Ornement Polychrome*, features a refined example of...

17th–18th Century French Decorative Textile and Wallpaper Designs, Plate LXXXVI This stunning chromolithograph, Plate LXXXVI from *L'Ornement Polychrome*, presents a collection of r...

Renaissance Scrollwork with Cherubs & Grotesques – Classical Ornament, Pl. LV This richly colored chromolithograph, Plate LV from *L'Ornement Polychrome* (Paris, ca. 1869), showcase...

Large Antique Zoology Poster – Stoat, Weasel, Polecat c.1880 Description: This impressive large antique zoological teaching poster was published circa 1880 by Carl Gerold’s Sohn in ...

Indian Guru Teaching Disciples – Sonnerat Engraving, Enlightenment Era, 1806 This engaging engraving titled "Gourou parlant à ses disciples" (Guru speaking to his disciples) is plat...

Chinese & Japanese Textile Pattern Print – Antique Lithograph of Geometric Designs, c.1869 This striking chromolithograph features a richly arranged grid of Chinese and Japanese tex...

16th Century Renaissance Borders – Ornamental Panels from L'Ornement Polychrome, Plate LXXI This vivid and highly decorative sheet is Plate LXXI from the celebrated chromolithograph...

Renaissance Architectural Ornament – Gilded Scrollwork and Cherub Panels, Plate LXVI This elaborate chromolithograph from L’Ornement Polychrome (Plate LXVI) showcases a rich selecti...

Japanese Ornament Print – Antique Lithograph of Geometric & Floral Patterns, c.1869 This vibrant chromolithograph presents a dazzling array of Japanese ornamental designs, featuring...

Gothic Stained Glass Motifs – Middle Ages Decorative Window Designs, c.1869 This striking chromolithograph, Plate XLIV from L'Ornement Polychrome, presents a dazzling collection of ...

Renaissance Ceiling Design – Geometric Panel Pattern in Rich Gold and Red, Plate LXV This 19th-century chromolithograph from *L’Ornement Polychrome* (Plate LXV) features a striking ...

Illuminated Manuscript Ornament – Middle Ages Decorative Borders and Motifs, c.1869 This richly detailed chromolithograph, Plate XLIII from L'Ornement Polychrome, features a stunnin...

Extremely rare copy of the Venezuelan Declaration of Independance 'Declaracion de Independencia de las Siete Provincias Unidas de Venezuela en Congreso de 5 de Julio de 1811' By Lorenzo Lüthy (c. 1811-1877), printed in Philadelphia, Peter S. Duval, 1841. Lithograph on laid paper, mounted in passepartout, H. 84 x W. 64.5 cm (with mount H. 96,5 x W. 77 cm.) Large and extremely rare lithographed broadside Declaration of Independence of Venezuela by American immigrant...

Medieval Tile Designs – Romanesque and Gothic Motifs, Plate XLVI, c.1869 This striking chromolithograph from L'Ornement Polychrome (Plate XLVI) displays a collection of medieval flo...

Greek-Roman Ornament Print – Classical Decorative Motifs & Borders, c.1869 This vibrant chromolithograph presents a magnificent collection of Greco-Roman decorative motifs, drawing ...

Greek-Roman Wall Fresco Print – Antique Lithograph of Classical Interior, c.1869 This striking chromolithograph from the 19th century captures the elegance and theatricality of Grec...

Etruscan Jewelry Print – Antique Lithograph of Gold & Gem Ornament Designs, c.1869 This lavish chromolithograph showcases the opulence and artistry of ancient Etruscan jewelry, meti...

Title: 1806 Engraving: Subramanya on Peacock, War Deity in Hindu Mythology Description: This dynamic antique print, titled "Soupramanier," depicts the Hindu deity Subramanya, also k...

A Drawing Room at St. James Palace in the Reign of Queen Victoria after Jeremiah Barrett (1814-1906). Large piece. Sight: 45 ½ by 27 ½ inches Frame: 53 by 35 inches Line, stipple and mezzotint engraving. Published by William Lucas...

Antique Indian Decorative Art Prints: Metalwork and Textile Motifs, 1887 This elegant pair of antique prints presents a captivating overview of traditional Indian decorative arts, f...

This handsome pair of 19th century hand-colored Lithographs of ducks is by John Gould and HC Richter and are titled "Casarca Tadornoides: Eyton" and "Nyroca Ferina." Site line 14 inc...

Costume Print: Italian Gestures with Traditional Dress, “Cattivo!” Series, 1820s This delightful hand-colored engraving is part of a rare and humorous series titled *Italian Gesture...

19th century engraving, under glass, depicting "The Family Museum". Measures: H 21cm, L 14cm, P 1cm

Wonderful image after Gainsborough Fine Steel engraving. Published by Jones & Co. C.1850 Unframed.

Original Antique Print of Ecclesiastical and Civic Dress in Renaissance Italy: Pope, Judge, Italian Lady - 1845 Description: This compelling trio of hand-colored lithographs offers ...

American, 19th century. A pair of well framed and mounted John James Audubon ornithological engravings of "Least Bittern" and "American Bittern". They are each hand colored and fro...

A set of four English nature printed ferns from the 19th century in black frames and under glass. A rare selection of 19th century English nature printed ferns from the Ferns of Grea...

A framed set of 13 pages from "The Lu Lu Alphabet", a chapbook from 1851 published by Samuel Ragnot, NYC. This set comprises the first letters A through M, each with a short rhyming ...

Renaissance Lady in Profile with Braided Hair and Mantle, circa 15th Century Plate No. 89 from the 1845 publication Costumes Historiques des XIIIe, XIVe et XVe Siècles features a re...

Title: Antique Engraving – Sailboat “Saicque” on the Barbary Coast, 1802 Description: This finely detailed antique engraving, published in 1802, depicts a "Saicque," or small sailin...

An antique hand colored engraving showing the port of Rotterdam. Inscribed in Latin and Italian “Prospectus portæ veteris roterodamensis / vista de la puerta vieja a roterdam” which translates to ‘View of the old gate...

Large framed engraving entitled Jews before Solomon's Wall (translated into Hebrew and German): Jewish believers are presented in prayer in front of the wall, standing or kneeling. The artist Alexandre Bida paid a lot of attention to clothing details and facial expressions; the importance of the moment is reinforced by the deliberate choice of using black and white Engraving framed in a gilded frame (wear and losses) and glazed (cracked window in the lower left corner), foxing on the paper It bears the words " Drawn by Bida", "Alphonse Masson Aqua forti" and "Pollet sculpsit" Alexandre Bida (1813-1895) is a painter and engraver from Toulouse, who was a student of Eugène Delacroix. A traveling painter, at the age of 30 he embarked on a long trip to Greece, Turkey and Syria. With his proposals for orientalist drawings...

Pair of John Gould hand colored framed lithographs family of toucans. "Pteroglossus Inscriptus" and " Pteroglossus Hypoglaurus" Each signed in plate. Printed by Charles Hullmandell. ...

“There goes that”, Los Caprichos. Framed engraving. Original by GOYA Y LUCIENTES, Francisco. It has damage. The original was an etching belonging to the series Los Caprichos by Fran...

Fossil Print of Ichthyosaurus Skeleton and Teeth, c.1850, by Orbigny This fascinating fossil plate, titled Reptiles Fossiles Pl. 3, features the skeletal remains and anatomical details of the extinct marine reptile Ichthyosaurus communis. Published around 1850 as part of the Dictionnaire Universel d’Histoire Naturelle, the renowned French natural history encyclopedia edited by Charles Dessalines d'Orbigny, this print offers a rare glimpse into early paleontological studies. The main illustration (figure 1) depicts a full fossilized skeleton of an Ichthyosaurus embedded in sedimentary rock, drawn at approximately one-fifth of life size. This prehistoric marine reptile, which resembled a modern dolphin, lived during the Mesozoic era and was one of the most recognizable marine reptiles of its time. The bones are rendered in fine detail, with the spinal column, ribs, paddled limbs, and elongated skull all clearly defined. Accompanying the full skeleton are several anatomical studies: * Figure 2 shows a close-up of the Ichthyosaurus’s conical teeth at actual size, emphasizing their function for gripping slippery prey such as fish and squid. * Figure 3 illustrates the sternum. * Figure 4 presents a cross-section of two vertebrae joined together, offering insight into the internal structure of the spine. The print was drawn and engraved by Oudart, one of the leading scientific illustrators of the period. Rather than hand coloring, this plate is executed in fine sepia engraving, which was common for paleontological subjects to emphasize structural clarity over decorative color. This plate is a valuable artifact from the early days of vertebrate paleontology and would appeal to collectors of natural history prints, educators, or anyone with a fascination for fossils and prehistoric life. Condition Summary: Light age toning and scattered foxing, mainly in the margins. Image area remains clean and sharply printed. No tears or repairs. A well-preserved and historically significant plate. Framing Tips: Frame in dark walnut or black with a cream or stone-colored mat to highlight the sepia tones. Use archival materials to preserve this antique scientific print...

Title: South Indian Laborers Carrying Goods – Paëni Caori and Cachi Caori, 1806 This paired engraving features two detailed depictions of South Indian laborers transporting goods us...

Hindu Hook-Swinging Ceremony in Honor of Mariamman – Engraving, 1806 This dramatic engraving titled “Fête Quédi, en Honneur de Mariatal, Déesse de la petite Vérole” portrays an inte...

Procession of Deities Through the Countryside – Engraving after Sonnerat, 1806 This detailed antique engraving depicts a ceremonial procession titled “Chasse des Dieux dans les Camp...

Antique Botanical Print – Exotic Orchid Odontoglossum Wattianum, c.1888 Description: A richly colored and finely detailed botanical print of the orchid 'Odontoglossum wattianum', or...

A very nice block print by Kunisada 1850's. 10-9-18-rof-301 Additional information: Type: Paintings, Scrolls & Prints Region of Origin: Japan Country of Manufacturing: Japan Period...

Antique View of Amsterdam’s Haringpakkerij and Nieuwe Stadsherberg Bridge Description: This charming mid-19th-century hand-colored lithograph titled *Haringpakkerij en Brug van de N...

Hindu Couple with Ritual Implements – Poutchari of Darma Raja, 1806 This antique engraving titled Poutchari de Darma-Raja presents an intimate scene of a Hindu couple seated on the ...

Antique Print - Soldiers at Rio de la Plata, Eastern Beach - Ferrario-Bonatti 1821 This vibrant hand-colored etching, titled "Soldiers of the Eastern Beach of the Rio de la Plata Re...

A fine hand-colored etching showing Paris Town Hall (Hôtel de Ville de Paris) in 1860 : a picturesque and charming depiction of mid-19th century seen from quai de Corse, with a lot o...

Hindu Women Celebrating Pongal Festival – Engraving after Sonnerat, 1806 This antique engraving depicts a devotional moment during the South Indian Pongal festival, a traditional ha...

Hindu Festival Procession with Vishnu Cart – Engraving after Sonnerat, 1806 This antique engraving presents a detailed depiction of a Hindu religious procession featuring a large chariot carrying a statue of the deity Vishnu. The scene is full of energy and movement, with a large group of men hauling the impressive cart, while musicians and dancers lead the way. The chariot itself is shaped like a tiered temple structure, complete with ornamental roof elements...

Clerc Régulier Mineur - 1862 Hand-Colored Lithograph of a Minor Cleric Regular This 1862 hand-colored lithograph depicts a Clerc Régulier Mineur, or Minor Cleric Regular, dressed in a plain black cassock and biretta, symbolizing his commitment to a life of humility and service. The cleric holds a book close to his chest, reflecting the scholarly and spiritual focus of this Catholic religious order. His solemn posture evokes devotion, study, and pastoral care. The Minor Clerics Regular, also known as the Theatines, were founded in 1524 by Saint Cajetan and Gian Pietro Carafa (later Pope Paul IV) during the Catholic Reformation. Dedicated to reforming the clergy and revitalizing the faith, they emphasized strict discipline, charity, and education. Today, Theatines remain active in parishes and missions worldwide, especially in Europe, the Americas, and India. This lithograph, part of the *Album ou Collection Complète et Historique des Costumes de la Cour de Rome*, was skillfully illustrated by G. Perugini. It serves as a fascinating artifact of religious history and a visual record of the traditional attire of Minor Clerics Regular, making it an excellent addition to collections of ecclesiastical art, monastic traditions, or antique prints. Translation of Introduction Text: A powerful interest is attached to the name of Rome, an even more profound interest to the name of Christ. Rome, through its genius, the vast intelligence of its warriors, orators, and legislators, prepared the cradle where Catholicism would be born, grow, develop, and establish itself. The history of Catholicism is the history of this great and glorious city above all others. Virgil, in a truly prophetic verse, said: "Tu regere imperio populos, Romane, memento." This prophecy has seen the most noble, illustrious, and glorious developments, all conspiring for the eternal city's glory: its history, arts, monuments, and the religion at its core. Yet no other city offers such a collection, from the monuments of Augustus to those of Sixtus V and Leo XII, from pagan temples to saints' tombs and martyrs' shrines. This union of grandeur is further illustrated daily by the magnificence of Catholic rites. With this album, we present the splendid costumes of the Papal dignitaries and the humble attire of religious orders. These costumes were inspired by the traditions handed down through centuries and were designed with unique precision by the talented artist G. Perugini. List of Other Engravings in the Book (English Translation): 1. The Pope in Full Ceremony 2. Sovereign Pontiff Celebrating Mass 3. His Holiness Receiving Visitors 4. Cardinal of the Order of Bishops 5. Cardinal Priest 6. Cardinal Deacon 7. Cardinal in Choir Dress 8. Cardinal in Mozzetta 9. Cardinal in City Habit 10. Bishop in Pontifical Attire 11. Greek Catholic Bishop 12. Syrian Bishop 13. Armenian Bishop 14. Keeper of the Relics 15. Prelate in Minor Robes 16. Prelate in Grand Mantle 17. Canon Regular 18. Canon Ordinary 19. Secret Chamberlain 20. Master of Ceremonies 21. Discalced Carmelite Monk 22. Passionist Monk 23. Discalced Monk 24. Trinitarian Monk 25. Piarist Brother 26. Augustinian Monk 27. Cistercian Monk 28. Sylvestrine Monk 29. Barnabite Monk 30. Canon Regular of St. Salvator 31. Benedictine Monk of Monte Cassino 32. Hermit 33. Minor Cleric Regular (this item is Plate 67) ... (Full list includes 80 titles; available upon request) This lithograph offers a timeless glimpse into the life and traditions of Minor Clerics Regular, perfect for collectors of antique religious art...

Antique Botanical Print – Orchid Odontoglossum Hybridum Leroyanum, c.1888 A striking and rare botanical print of Odontoglossum (Hybridum) Leroyanum, featuring a vibrant red and whit...

White Cattleya Orchid Botanical Print – Schroederæ Alba, Reichenbachia c.1888 An exquisite hand-colored lithograph of Cattleya Schroederæ Alba, one of the most elegant and iconic wh...

Antique Botanical Print – Orchid Dendrobium Melanodiscus, c.1888 Description: A beautifully executed chromolithograph of Dendrobium Melanodiscus, one of the more exotic and visually...

A rare couple of French anatomical lithographs of the fetus skeleton, in a vintage metal frame. Great quality and artistic composition. Printe...

Antique Botanical Print – Lavender-White Orchid Saccolabium coeleste Description: A refined and richly detailed botanical print of 'Saccolabium coeleste', a delicate and highly orna...

Les Sylphides – The Water's Edge, Romantic Nude Lithograph, Paris circa 1840 This elegant 19th-century lithograph titled Les Sylphides – The Water’s Edge (Le bord de l’étang) is a r...

Wonderful image of The Death of Major Peirson In the Battle of Jersey Fine steel engraving Published by Blackie circa 1870 The measurement is the pa...

A collection of 11 framed and glazed engravings taken from the New Book Of Martyrs By Henry Southwell The 11 engravings show authentic and genuine historical account of the many dre...

Title: Alpine Botanical Lithograph of Dwarf Hoary Sea-lavender, 1874 Description: This exceptional botanical lithograph, dating from 1874, depicts the Dwarf Hoary Sea-lavender, scie...

Islamic Costume Print Pilgrim Attire of Mecca, 1863 Dutch Lithograph This refined 19th-century lithograph titled “Het Pelgrimsgewaad” (The Pilgrim Attire) offers a visually compelli...

Phalaenopsis Casta Orchid – Reichenbachia Plate 87, c.1888 An exquisite hand-colored lithograph of Phalaenopsis casta, published as Plate 87 from the legendary orchid series Reichen...

Antique print titled 'Chine - Supplice du Tcha ou Kangue'. View of corporal punishment with a cangue (or tcha). The cangue is a device that was use...