Early 1800s Prints

Antique county map of Derbyshire first published, circa 1800. Villages, towns, and cities illustrated include Chesterfield, Wirksworth, Derby, and ...

Antique county map of Monmouthshire first published circa 1800. Villages, towns, and cities illustrated include Newport, Chepstow, Rockfield, and P...

How high is the water, mama? Johny Cash was asking his mother, when it is was '6 feet high and rising'. In Egypt it would probably mean that taxes that year would be low. In Egypt it all depended on the behavior of the Nile and a Priest, who would monitor the so-called Nilometer. A nilometer was a structure for measuring the Nile River's clarity and water level during the annual flood season. If the water level was low, there would be less food. If it was too high, it would be destructive. There was a specific mark that indicated how high the flood should be if the fields were to get good soil. Their predictions would determine how much money...

Antique print titled 'Tekening, Plan en Doorsnede van eene dubbele Praauw (..)'. Antique print depicting a drawing, plan and cross-section of a proa of Amsterdam Island. Amsterda...

Antique print titled 'Een Man van Kamtschatka, reizende in den Winter'. Antique print depicting a native of Kamchatka, dog sledding. Originates from 'Reizen...

Description: Antique map titled 'Kaart van de Noord-West kust van Amerika en de Noord-Oost kust van Asia'. Antique chart depicting America's northwest coast and Asia's northeast ...

Austrian Folk Couple: Elegant Regency Costume from 1808 This charming hand-colored engraving, published by J. Murray of Albemarle Street, London, in 1808, is plate 29 from a renow...

Traditional Austrian Male Costume: Regency Era Fashion from 1804-1808 This captivating hand-colored engraving from around 1804-1808 is plate 18 from a renowned series of tradition...

The composition of these two hand-colored copperplate engravings presents a visually rich study of moths, butterflies, and their life stages, as published in Friedrich Johann Bertuch...

"Microscopic Views of Metallic Crystal Trees: Copper, Lead, Pewter, and Zinc" This intriguing hand-colored copperplate engraving, featured in Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s Bilderbuch f...

"Medlar and Cornelian Cherry: Blossoms, Fruit, and Seeds, Bertuch, 1805" Description This captivating hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the medlar (Mespilus germanica) an...

This hand-coloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s *Bilderbuch für Kinder* (Picture Book for Children) showcases two captivating insects in extraordinary detail...

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: Beautiful 1805 Hand-Colored Engraving of Butterfly Life Cycle from Bertuch’s Work Description: This enchanting hand-colored engraving is from Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s *...

Title: "Birds of Prey: Hand-Colored Engraving of Raptors from a 19th-Century Natural History Collection" Description: This stunning engraving from a 19th-century natural history po...

Title: Portrait of Archibald Bower, Scottish Historian, by Thomas Holloway Description: This finely detailed line engraving portrays Archibald Bower (1686–1766), a prominent Scot...

This signed print by the acclaimed engraver and architect Francesco Piranesi features the famed Borghese Gladiator. Masterfully executed, it showcases Piranesi's expertise in line an...

Antique Handcolored Engraving of Aphids, Insects XI, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving illustrates various species of aphids and related small insects, high...

Antique Handcolored Engraving of Kangaroo, Jerboas, and Bilby, Quadruped XXI, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving depicts various marsupials and small mammals,...

Antique Handcolored Engraving of Lemurs and Flying Mammals, Quadruped XIX, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving features various lemurs, bats, and flying mammals...

Antique Handcolored Engraving of Seals and Amphibious Creatures, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving depicts a variety of seals and other amphibious creatures, ...

Antique Print of Various Marine Life Including Gymnothorax Afer (Dark Moray), c.1800 Description: This original handcolored copperplate engraving features various species of marine ...

Title: Forest Giant Owl Butterfly (Caligo eurilochus) Description: Handcoloured copperplate engraving of the Forest Giant Owl Butterfly, depicting the upperside (figure 2) and under...

This engraving titled *Lemur Catta - Le Maki Mococo* depicts the ring-tailed lemur, native to Madagascar. It was drawn by the artist Nicolas Maréchal and...

Title: Antique Botanical Print of Banana Shrub and Starry Wild Jasmine, 1803 This title accurately reflects the plant subjects depicted in the illustration: the Banana Shrub (Fig. 1, showing the seed pod) and the Starry Wild Jasmine (Fig. 2, showing the flower in bloom). This antique engraving from April 23, 1803, beautifully illustrates two botanical figures, emphasizing the natural beauty and complexity of plant life. Here's what makes these illustrations unique and special: 1. Botanical Detail: Fig. 1 shows a plant section with a dark, almost wilted appearance, possibly representing the fruiting body or a seed pod, which contrasts with the lively and vibrant Fig. 2, depicting a flower in bloom. This juxtaposition captures both the end and the beginning of life cycles in the plant kingdom, showcasing the botanical accuracy and attention to detail that was essential in early scientific illustrations. 2. Artistic Technique: The illustration is a fine example of handcolored copperplate engraving, a method that requires exceptional skill. This technique allows for precise details and subtle gradations of color, qualities that make antique botanical prints highly valued by collectors and art enthusiasts alike. 3. Historical and Educational Value: Published by W. Curtis at St. George Crescent in 1803, this work is part of a larger series that aimed to educate and inform about the diversity of plant species. Such prints are crucial for understanding how plants were studied and classified in the early 19th century, providing insight into the history of botany and scientific illustration. 4. Collectibility: Due to their age, artistic merit, and the detailed craftsmanship, prints like these are sought after by collectors of antique botanical art...

The hand colored engraving by Descourtis depicting a true cave in the Orange region of France with curious admirers with a dog and a soldier, in a period walnut and ebonized frame

This engraving is part of a collection showcasing the beauty of England and Wales, a series that was common in the 18th and 19th centuries to celebrate and document the picturesque landscapes and significant towns of Britain. The text provided in the last image offers several details: 1. The title of the engraving is "BRIDGENORTH. Shropshire." 2. It was engraved by J. Greig from a drawing by the late E. Dayes. 3. The engraving was published in London by Vernor, Hood & Sharpe Poultry, February 1st, 1807. 4. It was created for "The Beauties of England and Wales." The artwork depicts Bridgnorth, a town in Shropshire, England. The engraving would have been intended to capture the charm and appeal of Bridgnorth, with its notable bridge and surrounding architecture. Engravings like this one were often collected by those who appreciated the artistry of such views and by those who were interested in the topographical and historical significance of the location. E. Dayes (the late Edward Dayes) was a well-known artist of the period, and J. Greig was the engraver who transferred Dayes' artwork into the medium of engraving. The publication date of February 1st, 1807, places this work in the early 19th century, a time when such engravings were a popular form of mass media, providing a visual understanding of places that many people might not have the opportunity to visit themselves. The engraving serves as both an artistic and historical record, capturing Bridgnorth in the early 19th century with a level of detail and craftsmanship that is characteristic of the period's topographical art...

An original hand-colored engraving of Norwich in England. The text within the image provides several pieces of information about the print: 1. "NORWICH." - This is the title of th...

Antique map titled 'China, Contains 15 Subject Provinces Including the 2 Islands of Hainan, Formosa and the Tributary Kingdoms of Korea, Tonkin'. Old map depicting China, extendi...

Antique map Atlantic titled 'Kaart van de Ontdekkingen gedaan in den Zuider Atlantischen Oceaan (..)'. Antique chart depicting Southern Georgia and the Sandwich Islands. Originat...

Antique map titled 'Kaart van Cook's Rivier in het N.O. gedeelte van Amerika'. Chart showing the region between Cape Grenville and Cape Suckling, including Whitsuntide Bay, Cape Whitsunday, Smokey Bay, Cape Douglas, Mount St. Augustine, Volcano Mountain, R. Turn-again, Cook's River, Point Possession, Anchor Point, Point Beale Cape Elizabeth...

Antique map titled 'Kaart van den Mond van Norton, en van de Engte van Bhering, toonende de meest Oostlijke Kaap van Asien, en den meest Westlijken Urthoek van Amerika'. Map of t...

Antique county map of Nottinghamshire first published c.1800. Villages, towns, and cities illustrated include Worksop, Neware, Tuxford, and Maplebe...

A well engraved and detailed large-scale map of Wales, printed on two sheets . The map is thoroughly detailed and includes good information regarding t...

Antique county map of Leicestershire first published c.1800. Villages, towns, and cities illustrated include Lutterworth, Ashby, Hinkley, and Marke...

Antique county map of Cumberland first published c.1800. Villages, towns, and cities illustrated include Carlisle, Penrith, Copeland Forest, and Wigt...

Antique print titled 'Gezigt van Waterhoozen aan de Kust van Nieuw-Zeeland'. Antique print depicting three whirlwinds and a ship off the coast of New Zealand. Originates from 'Re...

Antique costume print titled 'Königin Elisabeth - La Reine Elisabeth d'après Holbein. 1551'. This print depicts Queen Elizabeth. Originates from a rare costume...

Antique costume print titled 'Englaender'. This print depicts three Gentlemen from England. Originates from a rare costume book titled 'Sammlung von T...

Antique costume print titled 'Engl. Dame in Frühling - Dame Angloise Habit de Printems 1641'. This print depicts an English lady, wearing a spring dress...

Antique print titled 'Earth Stopper'. This print was created in 1801 in London for William Barker Daniel's work on British rural sports. An Earth Stopper is one that stops up fox...

Original antique print of people from Asia including East India, Siberia, Kalmyk and Arabia. This print originates from 'Bilderbuch für Kinder'. Published 1801. Artists and Engra...

Antique print titled 'Vrouw van het Eiland Tanna'. Antique print depicting a Woman of the Island of Tanna, New Hebrides. Originates from 'Reizen Rondom de Waereld door James Cook...

Antique print titled 'Plan d'un Jardin Chinois à Quanton, Fête des Morts à Macao'. Two images on one sheet depicting a Chinese garden and Festival of the Death in Macao. Originat...

Joseph's Pit and Well – Aquatint of Jubb Yussef in Israel, 1803 This evocative hand-colored aquatint titled Joseph’s Pit and Well presents a rare and atmospheric view of the site tr...

Hand colored engraving of 1805 by Frederick Polydore Nodder, the "Phalaena Sylla", plate 669. For George Shaw's "The Naturalist's Miscellany" together with descriptive pages by Shaw....

Dated between 1738-1806 Mitsusada Tosa Printed 1806-1808 Engraver Jihei Inoue Printer Kisaburo Hori

We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly collectable suite of four original 1800 dated copper plate prints by the genius that was Bouillon These are sublime qu...

This fine impression of the celebrated print engraved by mezzotint engraver John Raphael Smith after a painting by Henry Danloux shows the subject on the deck of a ship in the heat of the Battle Camperdown. It is framed in an ornate giltwood frame with a paper label on the reverse showing a coat of arms flanked by the inscription ‘Admiral Lord Viscount Duncan when Victorious off Camperdown, is by permission most humbly dedicated to the Hon. Miss Jane Duncan by her most obedient Servant H.P.Danloux London. Published by H. P. Danloux No 11 Charles Street, Middlesex Hospital...