Early 1800s Prints

Title: Rare 1782 Sonnerat Engraving of Sani, Hindu Deity on Raven Description: This captivating antique print, titled "Sani," was created by French naturalist and explorer Pierre So...

Wonderful image of The Sphinx of Giza Fine copper-plate engraving Published C.1810 Unframed. Free shipping

Title: Detailed 1805 Engraving of Ancient Egyptian and Classical Artifacts from Bertuch Description: This intricate engraving, sourced from Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s *Porte-Feuille des Enfants* (Children's Portfolio), published in 1805, highlights a collection of ancient artifacts and sculptures from Egyptian and classical traditions. The pieces are rendered with precision, offering a unique glimpse into the artistry and symbolism of ancient civilizations. The engraving features: - **Fig. 1**: An Apis bull...

The botanical illustrations are the work of Sydenham Edwards, a prolific botanical artist known for his detailed and vibrant illustrations. These engravings were published by William Curtis in various botanical magazines, including "The Botanical Magazine" or "Curtis's Botanical Magazine," which first began publication in 1787. Key details about the publication and the artist: - Artist: Sydenham Edwards - Publisher: William Curtis - Publication: These specific prints were part of Curtis’s various collections, which included "The Botanical Magazine," and were published around the late 18th century and early 19th century, specifically noted in the years around 1796 to 1803 in your images. - Significance: "The Botanical Magazine" was one of the first botanical periodicals to include colored plates, aiming to make scientific botanical studies accessible and informative with a focus on aesthetic appeal. It played a crucial role in disseminating knowledge about plants from all over the world to European audiences, enhancing both scientific understanding and horticultural practice. These works are celebrated for their artistic quality and scientific accuracy, contributing significantly to the field of botanical illustration and the popularization of botanical knowledge during that period. Here's a detailed description of all eight botanical prints along with their English names and special characteristics: 1. **Quaking Grass...

Title: Vibrant 1802 Handcolored Engraving of Rare Fish Species from Bertuch's Masterpiece Description: This striking handcolored copperplate engraving from 1802 showcases four fas...

Wonderful ethnographical print. A copper-plate engraving after Lesieur Published by Sherwood, Neely & Jones. Dated 1809 Unframed.  

Owls and Raptors: Hand-Colored 19th-Century Engraving from Bertuch’s *Bilderbuch für Kinder*" This striking hand-colored copperplate engraving features an array of owls and raptor...

1805 Copperplate Engraving of Dodo and Ostrich from Abraham Rees' Cyclopaedia This rare and finely detailed copperplate engraving, created by T. Milton...

Zeus (Jupiter) Engraving from Bertuch’s 1805 Porte-Feuille des Enfants – Classical Mythology Print This finely detailed engraving, published in 1805 as part of Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s Porte-Feuille des Enfants (Children's Portfolio), depicts Zeus, the king of the Greek gods (known as Jupiter in Roman mythology), in a pose that exudes authority and power. Seated on a grand throne with an eagle at his side, Zeus holds a scepter, signifying his dominion over the skies and his role as ruler of the gods. The print is executed with exceptional precision, capturing the intricate details of Zeus’s muscular form, the folds of his drapery, and the noble posture of the eagle, a symbol of strength and divine power. Subtle hand-tinting adds depth and character to the artwork, enhancing its timeless appeal. This piece is part of a renowned collection of early 19th-century engravings designed to introduce young readers to the rich world of mythology, art, and antiquity. Its historical and artistic significance makes it a standout addition to any collection of classical prints. The engraving is rendered with meticulous detail, showcasing the artistry and craftsmanship of the early 19th century. The subtle hand-colored tones enhance the divine aura of Zeus, making this print a timeless addition to any collection of classical antiquities or mythological art. - Date of Publication: 1805 - Origin: Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s *Porte-Feuille des Enfants* - Condition: The engraving is in good condition with minor age-related foxing and light discoloration typical of early 19th-century prints. Well-preserved overall. This print is a perfect choice for collectors, historians, or anyone with an appreciation for classical mythology and 19th-century art. Here are some recommendations for framing and presenting this engraving to enhance its historical and artistic appeal while ensuring proper preservation: 1. Frame Style - Material: Choose a high-quality wooden or gilded frame. Options like mahogany, walnut, or an antique gold finish complement the classical theme. - Design: Select a simple yet elegant frame with subtle decorative details, such as beading or fluted edges, to echo the neoclassical style without overshadowing the engraving. 2. Matting - Color: Use an acid-free mat in a neutral tone, such as ivory, off-white, or pale cream, to draw attention to the artwork and prevent contact with the glass. - Border Size: A slightly wider mat border (around 2–4 inches) creates balance and helps focus the viewer's attention on the engraving. - Double Matting (Optional): For a refined look, consider an inner mat in a soft complementary color like light gray or pale gold to add depth. 3. Glass - UV-Protective Glass: Opt for museum-grade UV-filtering glass or acrylic to safeguard the engraving from light exposure while reducing glare. - Non-Glare Option: Non-reflective glass ensures optimal viewing, especially in brightly lit areas. 4. Backboard and Mounting - Archival Backing: Use an acid-free backing board to protect the engraving from moisture and dust while providing structural support. - Mounting Method: Secure the engraving with archival-quality corners or hinges to avoid adhesive contact with the artwork. 5. Presentation Placement - Display the framed engraving in a stable environment with consistent temperature and low humidity to prevent damage. Avoid direct sunlight or exposure to harsh artificial light. - Suitable spaces include libraries, studies, or galleries where the engraving complements other classical or antique items. 6. Labeling - Add a small engraved brass plaque or label beneath the frame with details such as "Zeus (Jupiter) – Published in 1805 by Friedrich Justin Bertuch" to highlight its provenance and historical value. 7. Alternative Display - If not framed traditionally, consider showcasing the engraving in a display case alongside other related prints or artifacts. Use museum-grade lighting to accentuate its details without causing harm. --- Keywords: - Zeus engraving...

The engraving shows the majestic ruins of the Palace of Luxor, located in the village of Luxor near the site of ancient Thebes in Upper Egypt. Luxor was once a flourishing city and t...

Title: "Detailed Study of the Housefly: Anatomy Under the Microscope, Bertuch, 1805" Description This fascinating hand-colored copperplate engraving presents an intricate, magnified view of the housefly (Musca domestica) as seen through a microscope. The engraving provides a meticulous exploration of its anatomy, including: - **Figure 1**: Actual size of the housefly, offering a point of comparison to the magnified details. - **Figure 2**: A detailed underside view of the head and body, showcasing the complex structure of the fly's thorax and appendages. - **Figure 3**: A close examination of the segmented abdomen, highlighting the unique pattern and intricate venation. - **Figure 4**: The leg of the housefly, emphasizing the fine bristles and jointed segments adapted for movement and sensory functions. - **Figure 5**: A striking visualization of the compound eye, illustrating the hexagonal structure of the ommatidia, responsible for the fly's wide field of vision. Published in 1805 as part of Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s "Bilderbuch für Kinder" (Picture Book for Children), this engraving bridges...

Wonderful image of Cairo Fine copper-plate engraving Published by Sherwood & Co. Dated 1809 Unframed. Free shipping

Title: 1806 Engraving of Arunachalesvara Temple, Hindu Pagoda on Coromandel Coast Description: This detailed antique print, titled "Temple ou Pagode des Gentils de la cote de Coroma...

Title: 1806 Engraving: Vaivert, Fierce Form of Shiva in Hindu Mythology Description: This striking antique print, titled "Vaïvert," depicts Vaivert, a fierce form of the Hindu deity...

Title: "Cat and Kittens, 1809 Hand-Colored Etching by Samuel Howitt" Description: This hand-colored etching, titled "Cat and Kittens," was created by Samuel Howitt and published i...

This hand-colored copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's *Bilderbuch für Kinder* (Picture Book for Children), first published in 1805, showcases a detailed botanical i...

1805 Handcolored Engraving of Egyptian Monuments from Bertuch's "Bilderbuch für Kinder" Description: This remarkable handcolored engraving from 1802 depicts two iconic views of an...

Title : "The Czar's Palace in the Kremlin, Moscow: A Glimpse into Russian Majesty" This hand-colored copperplate engraving, sourced from Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s celebrated *Bild...

Title: "Botanical Study of an Apple and Blossoms: Hand-Colored 19th-Century Engraving" Description: This exquisite 19th-century botanical engraving showcases a beautifully detaile...

Title: Elegant 1805 Hand-Colored Engraving of Aquatic Plants from Bertuch’s Work Description: This exquisite hand-colored engraving is taken from Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s *Por...

Title: "Social Hierarchy of the Nagai Tartars - An Etching by Geissler, ca. 1800" Description: This etching by Christian Gottfried Heinrich Geissler, titled "Nagai Tartars," is a fine representation of the German School from around the year 1800. It portrays three figures, labeled to indicate their social standing: a woman of distinction, her daughter, and a female servant, numerically annotated as 1, 2, and 3 respectively. The detailed depiction captures the intricate attire and cultural fashion of the period, reflecting the societal structure and familial roles within the Nagai Tartar community. The women are adorned in traditional garments that signify their status and identity, while the setting suggests a backdrop typical of their environment, providing a glimpse into the life of the Tartar people at the turn of the 19th century. The Nagai or Nogai Tartars were part of the Nogai Horde, a confederation that occupied the Pontic–Caspian steppe from about 1500 until they were displaced in the 17th century by the Kalmyks and Russians. They were named after Nogai Khan, a Mongol ruler, and were divided into groups such as the Budjak and Yedisan in the area north of the Black Sea. The Nogais were known to be pastoral nomads who grazed sheep, horses, and camels and were also involved in trade, raiding, and tribute. They spoke a form of Kypchak Turkic and were Muslim, although their religious institutions were not strongly developed. The societal structure of the Nogais was quite fluid, with personal prestige playing a significant role in their political organization. They were historically known for their slave raids across Eastern Europe, which were an important part of their economy. The term "Tatar" broadly refers to Turkic-speaking peoples, mainly found in west-central Russia and other former Soviet Republics. It was originally used to refer to various nomadic groups from the vast Central and Northern Asian region then known as Tartary. The largest Tatar group is the Volga Tatar from the Volga region in Russia. There are several Tatar groups, including the Volga Tatars and the Crimean Tatars, with the latter being subdivided into groups such as the Tats and the Nogai. The Tatars have a rich history that dates back to the 5th century when nomadic tribes in northeastern Mongolia around Lake Baikal were first recognized. They became part of Genghis Khan's army in the 13th century and were known to Europeans as Tatars. Following the disintegration of the Mongol Empire, the Tatars were particularly associated with the western part of the empire, the Golden Horde...

Title: "Scenes of Traditional Life and Festivities: Hand-Colored Engraving from Bertuch's Bilderbuch für Kinder" Description: This lively hand-colored copperplate engraving captures four distinct vignettes of traditional European life and festive activities, highlighting the cultural practices and vibrant community spirit of the 19th century. Published in Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s renowned *Bilderbuch für Kinder* (Picture Book for Children) in Weimar, 1805, the engraving reflects the Enlightenment-era focus on illustrating the diversity of human life. The scenes include: - Figure 1: A wrestling match in a grassy meadow, surrounded by an attentive crowd, showcasing traditional sportsmanship. - Figure 2: A pastoral scene with a group enjoying the melodies of an alpine horn...

Lovely pair of prints Aquatints Original color Published by Ackermann, 1809 Unframed. Free shipping

Classical Antiquities Collection: Engravings of Mythological Deities and Figures from Bertuch’s *Porte-Feuille des Enfants* (1805) Description: This extraordinary compilation of si...

This finely detailed hand-colored engraving showcases the Imperial Academy of Sciences in St. Petersburg, a prestigious institution founded by Peter the Great in 1724 to advance know...

"Galbanum and Hungarian Gentian: Rare Medicinal Plants Illustrated, 1805" This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts two remarkable plants: the Galbanum (*Ferula galba...

Title : "Web Designs of the European Garden Spider (Araneus diadematus)" Description : This fascinating hand-colored copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s *Bilder...

Title: A Symphony of Butterflies and Moths: Hand-Colored 19th-Century Engraving from Bertuch’s Bilderbuch für Kinder Description: This vibrant hand-colored copperplate engraving...

Title: Exquisite Depiction of Butterflies and Caterpillars: A Hand-Colored Natural History Engraving Description: This beautifully hand-colored copperplate engraving offers a deta...

Title: 1805 Hand-Colored Engraving of Eastern Costumes from F.J. Bertuch’s Work Description: This exquisite hand-colored engraving originates from Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s *Port...

Title: 1802 Hand-Colored Print of English Racing Horse and Race Track Scene Description: This finely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's "Bil...

Botanical Study of Plum and Cherry Blossoms and Fruits, 1805 This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving, part of Friedrich Johann Bertuch's *Bilderbuch für Kinder* (Picture Bo...

### Description This beautifully detailed engraving of the eared jellyfish (*Aurelia aurita*) is a captivating representation from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's renowned *Bilderbuch für...

Title: Engraving of Strasbourg Cathedral, Gothic Masterpiece in Alsace, 1805 This finely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Strasbourg Cathedral (*Cathédrale No...

This handcolored copperplate engraving, originating from Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s "Bilderbuch für Kinder" (Picture Book for Children) published in Weimar in 1805, depicts four stri...

"The Old Woman and Her Cats, 1809 Hand-Colored Etching by Edward Orme" This hand-colored etching, titled "The Old Woman and Her Cats," was published in September 1809 by Edward Orm...

Antique Handcolored Engraving of Snakes and Amphibians, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving depicts two snake species, elegantly posed among branches and foliag...

Title: Majestic Waterfalls: Niagara Falls and Rhine Falls in 19th-Century Hand-Colored Engraving from Bertuch’s Bilderbuch für Kinder Description: This captivating hand-colored ...

Elegant Roses in Bloom: Hand-Colored 19th-Century Botanical Engraving from Bertuch’s Bilderbuch für Kinder This beautifully detailed 19th-century engraving showcases two varieti...

Title: Hand-Colored Botanical Plate from Bertuch's "Bilderbuch für Kinder" (1805) Description: This vibrant hand-colored copperplate engraving is part of Friedrich Johann Bertuch...

Botanical Engraving: 'Papaver' and 'Hieracium' Species from Early 19th-Century Natural History Collection This botanical engraving is a beautifully detailed plate showcasing two pla...

Title: Fascinating Crustaceans and Marine Anatomy: Hand-Colored 19th-Century Engraving from Bertuch’s Bilderbuch für Kinder Description: This engaging hand-colored copperplate e...

Antique Handcolored Engraving of Sheep and Rams, Quadruped XXXII, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving depicts various breeds of sheep and rams, highlighting their unique physical characteristics and adaptations. The plate is from Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s *Bilderbuch für Kinder* (Picture Book for Children), a 12-volume natural history encyclopedia published between 1790 and 1830, celebrated for its educational and artistic contributions to zoology. The engraving includes: 1. A ram with curled horns, possibly a Mouflon (*Ovis orientalis*), depicted resting (Fig. 1). 2. A long-haired goat or primitive sheep breed, such as the Jacob sheep, characterized by its multiple horns (Fig. 2). 3. A domestic sheep breed, shown standing and with shorn wool, indicating agricultural significance (Fig. 3). 4. A woolly sheep...

Title: Rare 19th-Century Hand-Colored Engraving of a Himalayan Monal – Exotic Ornithological Print Description: This striking hand-colored engraving, titled "Lophophore, Cuvier,...

"Butterfly Species: Silver-Washed Fritillary, Large Blue, Brown Hairstreak, Small Copper" This detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving features a collection of exquisite butterf...

Intricate Cephalopods from Bertuch's Natural History Engravings, 1805 This handcolored copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s...

Title: Rare 19th-Century Hand-Colored Engraving of a Natterer’s Nightjar – Ornithological Illustration Description: This stunning hand-colored engraving, titled 'Engoulevent Natt...

Striking 1805 Hand-Colored Engraving of Wild Cats and Predatory Mammals from Bertuch Description: This remarkable hand-colored engraving from Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s *Porte-Fe...

Description: This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's "Bilderbuch für Kinder" (Picture Book for Children), published in Weimar in 1805, dep...

Description: This original handcolored copperplate engraving illustrates four species of amphibious or aquatic eels and snake-like creatures in dynamic poses. It is part of Friedrich...

Title: Detailed 1805 Engraving of Ancient Statues and Deities from Bertuch’s Work Description: This captivating engraving, sourced from Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s *Porte-Feuille des Enfants* (Children's Portfolio), published in 1805, presents a series of ancient statues and deities from various cultures. Each figure is rendered with remarkable precision, offering a glimpse into historical artistic representations of mythological and religious iconography. The plate features: - Fig. 1: A standing Egyptian deity or pharaoh, showcasing the characteristic style of ancient Egyptian sculpture...

Title: Engraving of Arachnids and Insects from Early 19th-Century Natural History Collection Description: This detailed engraving, part of an early 19th-century natural history co...

This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s 'Bilderbuch für Kinder' (Picture Book for Children), published in Weimar in 1805, showcases the dist...

Title: "The Beauty of Transformation: Hand-Colored 19th-Century Engraving of Butterflies and Their Life Stages" Description: This vibrant 19th-century engraving captures the fascin...

Title: Intricate Depictions of Marine Life: Hand-Colored Copperplate Engraving from Bertuch's "Bilderbuch für Kinder" Description: This fascinating hand-colored copperplate engr...

This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's renowned "Bilderbuch für Kinder" (Picture Book for Children), published in Weimar in 1805, presents ...

Views of Funchal and Fort Loo, Madeira – Hand-Colored Print from Bertuch, c.1800 This original hand-colored engraving features two finely detailed views of Madeira Island, from Frie...

Botanical Study of Various Plant Structures This engraving is from the publication "Flora Londinensis," an illustrated work detailing the flora found around London. The specific pla...