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Period: Late 18th Century
The Repast of the Reapers: 18th-Century Hand-Colored Rural Scene
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "The Repast of the Reapers: 18th-Century Hand-Colored Rural Scene"
Description: This vibrant hand-colored engraving, titled *The Repast of the Reapers*, depicts a lively ru...
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Baptism Ceremony of Rijnsburg Collegiants, Germany, Engraved for Portlock, 1790
Located in Langweer, NL
This copper engraving, titled "Mode of Baptism, Practised at Rhineburg in Germany", was created around 1790 and engraved for "Portlock's New Collection of Voyages and Travels."
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Antique Print of a Saharan or Desert Horned Viper, Cerastes Cerastes
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique snake print of a Saharan or desert horned viper, Cerastes cerastes. This print originates from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders 'The Natur...
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Saturiova: The Warrior King of Florida Performing a Ritual Sacrifice, c.1790
Located in Langweer, NL
Original engraving titled "Saturiova," also known as "Saturione." The artwork was created by Teodoro Viero, an Italian engraver, painter, and publisher born on March 19, 1740, in Bas...
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Der Albatros - Hand-Colored Engraving of the Albatross by Johann Seligmann, 1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Der Albatros - Hand-Colored Engraving of the Albatross by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Century
This rare hand-colored engraving, titled 'Der Albatros', features the majesti...
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Detailed Original Antique Map of the Turkish Empire with Arabia, 1778
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Etats Due Grand-Seigneur En Asie, Empire De Perse, Pays Des Usbecs, Arabie et Egypte . . . 1753
Detailed map of the Turkish Empire, extending to the Black Sea, Georgia, the...
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Hand-Colored Engraving of Exotic Tropical Birds from Histoire Naturelle, 1790
Located in Langweer, NL
This is an hand-colored copperplate engraving by Robert Benard, part of the *Histoire Naturelle* from the *Encyclopédie Méthodique*, circa 1790. The illustration features four exotic...
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Hand-Colored Optical View of Vienna (Rotenturmstrasse & Leopoldstadt), ca.1780
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Hand-Colored Optical View of Vienna (Rotenturmstrasse & Leopoldstadt)
This hand-colored perspective view, attributed to Salomon Kleiner and published by Daumont in Paris betw...
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Hand-Colored Engraving of Hummingbirds and Dormouse by Seligmann, ca.1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Der Kolibri mit rother Brust, der Kolibri mit grüner Brust, und der Siebenschläfer - Hand-Colored Engraving of Hummingbirds and Dormouse by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Cent...
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Engraving of Various Hunting Traps, Published in 1793
Located in Langweer, NL
This antique engraving is an illustration from the monumental work of the "Encyclopédie Méthodique" published by Charles-Joseph Panckoucke in 1793.
The image is an antique plate il...
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Antique Map of the Bay of Bengal Printed for Robert Sayer, 1787
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Chart of the Eastern Coast of the Gulf of Bengal'. Original antique map of the Bay of Bengal. The Bay of Bengal is the northeastern...
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Antique Print of the City of Ten-Tchoo-Foo, China, 1796
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'View of the City of Ten-Tchoo-Foo from the Anchorage of the Hindostan in the Strait of Mi-a-Tau Bearing South-West'. Together on a sheet with 'Cape Maccartney and Cape Gower'.
The top two views depict coastal profile views of local islands named after important people in the Embassy, including Macartney, Staunton, and Gower. Below, a view of the city of Ten-Tchoo-Foo taken from aboard the Hindostan, one of the ships on the mission. These land approach views appeared in the account of George Macartney's travels to China, published by George Nicol. Macartney was Britain's first envoy to China, and was tasked with convincing Emperor Qianlong to ease restrictions on trade between Great Britain and China by allowing the British to have a permanent embassy in the country. Sir George Staunton prepared the official report, 'An Authentic Account of an Embassy from the King of Great Britain to the Emperor of China', which included charts and views based on manuscript sketches and drawings by Sir John Barrow...
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Exotic Goldfish of China: An 18th-Century Hand-Colored Copper Engraving, c.1773
Located in Langweer, NL
This is an 18th-century hand-colored copper engraving created by Johann Michael Seligmann, based on an original illustration by the renowned English naturalist and illustrator George...
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Hand-Colored Engraving of the Little Duck with a Purple Head by Seligmann, c1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Kleine Ente mit Purpurfarbenem Kopf - Hand-Colored Engraving of the Little Duck with a Purple Head by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Century
This delightful hand-colored engr...
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Very Attractive Antique Map of the World as Planisphere, Shows Cook's Voyages
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Chart of the World, according to Mercators Projection'. This world map shows the various discoveries of Captain James Cook during his 3 voyages between 1768 and 1780, and the English and French Explorers who followed immediately thereafter, including Vancouver and La Perouse. This edition of the map is significantly revised from the editions issued immediately after the official report of Cook's Voyages were integrated into the map, showing better detail in New Zealand, Australia, the Northwest Coast of America and North East coast of Asia, along with Greenland. A new large lake also appears for the first time in the Western part of North America, shortly before the commencement of the Lewis...
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Exotic Jamaican Lizards: The Large Spotted Fork-Tailed Lizard Engraved, c.1773
Located in Langweer, NL
This is a hand-colored copper engraving by Johann Michael Seligmann, based on the work of George Edwards. The print is from Seligmann's *Sammlung verschiedener ausländischer und selt...
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Old Map of the Eastern Region of the Kingdom of Algiers, Algeria, 1773
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Kaart van het Oostelyke Deel van het Ryk van Algiers'.
Old map of the eastern region of the Kingdom of Algiers, Algeria. Originates from the first Dutch edito...
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Old Botany Print of the Orange Lily & Digitalis Ferruginea Angustifolia, 1794
Located in Langweer, NL
Untitled antique botany print of Lilium orengiaco (the orange lily) and Digitalis ferruginea angustifolia.
This print originates from 'Nederlandsch Bloemwerk' by J.B. Elwe. This ...
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Old Purple Jacob's Ladder, Golden Monkeyflower and Red Kangaroo Paw Prints, 1797
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Purple Jacob's Ladder, Golden Monkeyflower, and Red Kangaroo Paw Prints, 1796
This captivating collection features three antique botanical prints from 1796: Purple Jacob's L...
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Hand-Colored Engraving of the Large White and Black Duck by Seligmann, ca.1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Große weiße und schwarze Ente - Hand-Colored Engraving of the Large White and Black Duck by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Century
This exquisite hand-colored engraving, *...
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Antique Print of a Male and Female Partridge of California
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Male & Female Partridge of California'. Male and Female Partridge of California. Originates from 'Charts And Plates To La Perouse's Voyage'. Published 1799.
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Hand-Colored Engraving of the Great Red Finch by Johann Michael Seligmann, 1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Der Größte Dickschabel - Hand-Colored Engraving of the Great Red Finch by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Century
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This vibrant hand-colored engraving, titled ...
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Antique Map of Yemen by Schraembl, 1789
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Karte von dem groessten Theil des Landes Jemen'. Original map of Yemen, this map is the first printed map specifically of Yemen, and t...
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Monarch of the Depths: Historical Depiction of Delphinus Orca or Killer Whale
Located in Langweer, NL
The "Delphinus Orca," depicting what is more commonly known today as the orca or killer whale (*Orcinus orca*). This particular image for sale is a beautiful example of early scienti...
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Antique Map of China, Korea, Japan and the Northern Philippines, circa 1780
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Carte de l'Empire de la Chine de la Tartarie Chinoise, et du Royaume de Corée'. Interesting and detailed map of China, Korea, Japan and the Northern Philippines. ...
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Resolution Bay in the Marquesas: Indigenous Canoes and European Exploration
Located in Langweer, NL
This engraving, titled "View of Resolution Bay, in the Marquesas", is a depiction of Resolution Bay in the Marquesas Islands. The scene shows traditional indigenous canoes in the for...
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Original Antique Print of a Lioness and Lion Cubs by Ridinger
Located in Langweer, NL
Beautiful original old print of a lioness and lion cubs. This print originates from Dr. Johann Schreber's 'Die Saugthiere in Abbildungen nach der Natur'(Mammals in Pictures after Nature). Drawn by Johann Elias Ridinger (1698–1767).
Johann Christian Daniel von Schreber (1739–1810) was appointed professor of materia medica at the University of Erlangen in 1769. In 1774, he began writing a multivolume set of books entitled Die Säugethiere in Abbildungen nach der Natur mit Beschreibungen, which focused on the mammals of the world. Many of the animals included were given a scientific name for the first time, following the binomial system of Carl Linnaeus. From 1791 until his death in 1810, he was the president of the German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina. He was elected a member of the Royal Swedish...
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Unique Entomology Study - Hand-Colored Butterfly Prints Published in ca.1780
Located in Langweer, NL
Hand-Colored 18th Century Butterfly Prints by J.B. Schmutzer - Circa 1775-1790
These beautifully hand-colored engravings, created by J.B. Schmutzer in the late 18th century (circa 1...
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Engravings of Egypt's Sphinx and Hermopolis: Early European Exploration, c.1795
Located in Langweer, NL
The two engravings displayed side by side depict monumental structures from ancient Egypt and are dated to the late 18th century. They are both examples of European interest in documenting and exploring Egyptian antiquities during the period of early exploration and fascination with the ancient world.
### Image 1: Profile View of the Remains of the Sphinx near the Pyramids of Egypt
- Subject: The Sphinx, one of Egypt's most iconic monuments, is shown with its body largely buried in sand, as it was during this period before modern excavations. The figures atop and around the Sphinx provide scale and show the magnitude of the monument. The image also captures European explorers and researchers measuring the Sphinx, emphasizing the curiosity and study of ancient civilizations.
- Age: This engraving likely dates from the late 18th century, during a time when European expeditions to Egypt were becoming more common, particularly following Napoleon's campaign in the late 1790s, which sparked Egyptomania across Europe.
- Maker: The engraving is credited to Denon and Lege, both of whom were active artists and engravers during this time. Dominique Vivant Denon...
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Antique Handpainted Equestrian Print from the Renowned Art of Horsemanship, 1790
Located in Langweer, NL
From: ‘Luz da Liberal e Nobre Arte da Cavallaria’, by Manoel Carlos de Andrade, Lisbon, Regia Officina Typographica, 1790. This work on riding and horsemanship was the first book on ...
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Antique Prints of Red Gladiolus, Purple Gerbera Daisy and Pink Canna Lily, 1799
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Prints of Red Gladiolus, Purple Gerbera Daisy, and Pink Canna Lily, 1799
This exquisite collection of handcolored copperplate engravings from 1799 features three vibrant bot...
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Set of four Antique Archicture Prints of Portico Designs, Neufforge, circa 1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Neoclassical Splendor: Exploring Ionic, Doric, and Corinthian Porticos in 'Recueil Élémentaire d’Architecture' by Jean-Francois de Neufforge.
Description: Embark on a journey throug...
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Set of Four Antique Archicture Prints of Various Building Plans and Facades
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of four architecture prints depicting various building facades and plans. The prints state 'Toises', which was one of the fundamen...
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18th-Century Hand-Colored Engraving of Moths and Larvae with Nettles
Located in Langweer, NL
18th-Century Hand-Colored Engraving of Moths and Larvae with Nettles
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This finely detailed hand-colored engraving, titled 'Nacht-Vlinders van 't Tweede Gezin der Eerst...
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Hand-Colored Engraving of Goose Species from Histoire Naturelle, 1790
Located in Langweer, NL
This engraving is a hand-colored copperplate print by Robert Benard from the *Histoire Naturelle*, part of the *Encyclopédie Méthodique*, circa 1790. It depicts various species of ge...
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The Red-Breasted Merganser: Hand-Colored Engraving Published in c.1770
Located in Langweer, NL
The Red-Breasted Merganser: Hand-Colored Engraving from the Seligmann Edition after George Edwards’ Natural History
This engraving depicts a Red-Breasted Merganser (Mergus serrator)...
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Whispers of the Night: Anatomical Elegance of Horseshoe Bats, 1775
Located in Langweer, NL
Two species of horseshoe bats, as indicated by the characteristic horseshoe-shaped structure around their noses. This anatomical feature is typical of the horseshoe bat genus (Rhinol...
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Hand-Colored Engraving of the Small Brown and White Duck by Seligmann, c.1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Die Kleine Braune und Weiße Ente - Hand-Colored Engraving of the Small Brown and White Duck by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Century
This elegant hand-colored engraving, titled *Die Kleine Braune und Weiße Ente*, portrays the Small Brown and White Duck (*Anas Canadensis minor fulcus*) resting gracefully on calm waters. This artwork is part of Johann Michael Seligmann’s *Sammlung verschiedener ausländischer und seltener Vögel* (Collection of Various Foreign and Rare Birds), a monumental series that translated the illustrations of renowned naturalists, such as George Edwards, into stunning prints for an 18th-century audience.
The plate, numbered "Tab. LII," captures the bird’s fine plumage details, with deep brown tones and subtle white highlights rendered through meticulous hand-coloring. The serene water and minimalistic background enhance the focus on the duck, while the French title, *Le Petit Canard Brun et Blanc*, underscores the historical importance of the engraving as a study of North American avifauna.
This piece is ideal for collectors of historical ornithological prints or enthusiasts of 18th-century natural history illustrations. Seligmann’s dedication to scientific accuracy and aesthetic beauty is evident, making this print of the Small Brown and White Duck a delightful addition to any collection of antique bird engravings.
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Original Hand-Colored Copperplate Engraving of The Blue-Headed Parrot, 1794
Located in Langweer, NL
"Vivid Elegance: The Blue-Headed Parrot"
Description: This hand-colored copperplate engraving from the late 18th century showcases the vibrant beauty of the Blue-Headed Parrot.
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Hand-Colored Engraving of the Small Black and White Duck by Seligmann, ca.1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Große weiße und schwarze Ente - Hand-Colored Engraving of the Large White and Black Duck by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Century
This exquisite hand-colored engraving, *...
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Ceremonial Japanese Ships on River – Hand-Colored Print from 18th Century
Located in Langweer, NL
Boats in this engraving are intended to represent Japanese ships, particularly ceremonial or diplomatic vessels from the Edo period—but as interpreted by European artists of the late...
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Monuments of Easter Island: An Early European View of the Moai Statues, c.1785
Located in Langweer, NL
This engraving is titled "A View of Monuments, &c. in Easter Island." It depicts a scene from Easter Island (Rapa Nui), focusing on the famous stone monuments, which are likely early...
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Original Engraving with a View of Milan in Italy, 1782
Located in Langweer, NL
This print is a colored engraving titled "VIEW in MILAN" and was published by Harrison & Co. on April 1, 1782.
It is a picturesque scene depicting a tranquil landscape in Milan, It...
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Engraving of the Large Black Duck from Hudson's Bay by Johann Seligmann, ca.1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Die Große Schwarze Ente aus der Hudsons-Bay - Hand-Colored Engraving of the Large Black Duck from Hudson's Bay by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Century
This striking hand-co...
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Hand-Colored Engraving of Diverse Bird Species from Histoire Naturelle, 1790
Located in Langweer, NL
This hand-colored copperplate engraving by Robert Benard, part of the *Histoire Naturelle* from the *Encyclopédie Méthodique*, circa 1790, showcases four striking bird species. Each ...
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Antique Print of the Ruff Bird by Sepp & Nozeman, 1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Tringa Pugnax'. The ruff (Calidris pugnax) is a medium-sized wading bird that breeds in marshes and wet meadows across northern Eurasia. This highly gregarious ...
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Venom and Vibrance: A Study of European Vipers and North American Copperheads
Located in Langweer, NL
The illustration features two distinct snake species, each labeled in German with their scientific names. Here are the translations and descriptions:
Description of Snakes in the Il...
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Exotic Parrots from the 18th Century: Hand-Colored Engraving by Robert Benard
Located in Langweer, NL
This beautiful hand-colored engraving is a work by Robert Benard (1734-1786), published around 1790, and was part of the *Encyclopédie Méthodique*, a monumental work of the Enlightenment period.
The engraving is a study of exotic parrots, showcasing fine details with the scientific curiosity of the time. Each bird is numbered and named in French, revealing their interest as species from various regions of the world.
Birds Depicted (Translation and Descriptions):
1. Fig. 1: Le Kakatave des Philippines...
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Antique Map of the World on Mercator's Projection, 1788
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Kaart van de Geheele Wereld (..)'. Uncommon small world map on Mercator's projection. Nice detail of the islands throughout the wor...
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Royal Celebration in Tongatapu: The Natche Ceremony Engraved in circa 1785
Located in Langweer, NL
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...
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Remarkable Antique Print of a Horse Drawn Float with Religious Figures, 1775
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print of a horse drawn float with religious figures.
Double page with joined sheets and original folding lines. This print originates fro...
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Cemetery on Amsterdam Island, French Territory in the Indian Ocean, ca.1785
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Begraafplaats op het eiland Amsterdam'.
Engraved view of a local cemetery on Amsterdam Island, a small French territory in the southern Indian Ocean. Origin...
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18th Century French Print by Pierre Philippe Choffard
Located in Doylestown, PA
A late 18th century French engraving titled “Marche tout doux, parlez tout bas” (Walk very softly, speak very low) by Pierre Philippe Cho...
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Antique Print of a Japanese Box 'Lacquer' by G. Audsley, 1882
Located in Langweer, NL
Untitled print, Section IV, plate IV. This chromolithograph depicts a beautiful Japanese box. Detailed information about this print is available on request.
This print originates ...
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Set of Two Antique Architecture Prints of Triumphal Arches by Neufforge
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of two architecture prints depicting the design of triumphal arches. These prints originate from 'Recueil Élémentaire d’Architecture' by Jean-Franco...
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Hand-Colored Engraving of Blackbird Species from Histoire Naturelle, 1790
Located in Langweer, NL
This hand-colored copperplate engraving by Robert Benard, part of the *Histoire Naturelle* from the *Encyclopédie Méthodique* (circa 1790), showcases four species of blackbirds or th...
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Antique Map of the Arabian Peninsula by Bonne 'c.1780'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Carte de l'Arabie, du Golfe Persique, et de la Mer Rouge (..)'. Original antique map of the Arabian Peninsula, including the horn...
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A View of Matavai Bay from One Tree Hill in Tahiti, circa 1785
Located in Langweer, NL
This engraving is titled "View of Matavia Bay in Otaheite, taken from One Tree Hill, which Tree is a New Species of the Erythrina". It shows a landscape of Matavai Bay on the island ...
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