Mid-19th Century Prints

Antique print titled 'Le Doidyxodon de Fréminville (Doidyxodon Freminvillii). This print originates from 'Voyage autour du monde sur la frégate La Venus (..)' by Gide, Paris, 1846.

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...

19th-Century Scientific Lithograph of Animal Skulls: Lion, Wolf, Bat, and More Description: This fascinating 19th-century lithograph presents a detailed study of various animal ...

Utagawa Kuniyoshi (Japan, 1798-1861), a set of nine Japanese woodblock prints (ukiyo-e) from the series 'Taiheiki Eiyuden', or 'Heroes of the Great Peace' published between 1846-1847...

Antique View of Dam Square, Amsterdam, Hand-Colored Lithograph c.1850 Description: This elegant hand-colored lithograph titled De Dam / Place du Dam offers a timeless view of Amster...

Set of twelve with cream colored faux bamboo frames. Each depicting Chinese furniture and interiors.

Nicely framed. From the estate of John Dingman.

Set of four 19th century equestrian prints.

Artist: Utagawa Hiroshige (1797 - 1858) Series: Pictures of Famous Places in the Sixty-odd Provinces Number: 5: Settsu Province: Sumiyoshi, Idemi Beach Medium: Woodblock Print Date: 1853 (Kaei 6), 7th month Number of Prints: 70/70 (inc. Title Page) Format: Vertical Oban Size (H x W): 14" x 9.25" print only. Publisher: Koshimuraya Heisuke (Koshihei) Block Cutter: Yokokawa Takejirô (Hori Take) Signature: Hiroshige hitsu Additional marks: Censors' seals: Mera, Watanabe, Ox 7 Displayed with mat and gilt wood frame. Reference: For an identical print, see the collection of MFA Boston...

A macabre etching and aquatint on paper titled “Miren que grabes!” from Los Caprichos by Spanish artist Francisco Goya. Signed in the plate. Numbered 63 ...

Peter F. Rothermel (American, 1817-1895) A steel engraving depicting the United States Senate and Henry Clay’s Compromise of 1850. Published in Philadelphia in 1855 by John M. Butl...

Set of nine 19th Century hand-coloured prints of apples. Circa 1860 and framed in black and gilt frames with plum-coloured borders.

Title: "Eider Ducks by the Sea: An 1863 Coastal Study" Description: This striking print, titled "Eider Ducks by the Sea," is a captivating piece from the "Book of Worlds," published...

Title: "Swiss Village Gathering: A Moment of 1863 Alpine Life" Description: This charming print, titled "Swiss Village Gathering," hails from the "Book of Worlds," a publication fro...

Title: "Finches and Sparrows: An 1849 Avian Assembly" Description: This delightful print, titled "Finches and Sparrows," is a detailed illustration from the "Book of Worlds," publis...

Pair of Golden Orioles and Nest on a Branch, from Book of Worlds, 1856 * This exquisite hand-colored ornithological print, titled "Der Kirschpirol" (The Golden Oriole), was published...

Title: "Kingfishers in Serenity: An 1863 Riverside Study" Description: This enchanting print, titled "Kingfishers in Serenity," is a stunning piece from the "Book of Worlds," publis...

Sensational image by John Martin. Drawn and engraved by John Martin. Published by Sangster Unframed.

A Victorian framed print of "PADDLE WHEELS & SCREW PROPELLERS" by Day and Son, Lithographers to the Queen. Plate from The Modern System of Naval...

Artist: Utagawa Hiroshige (1797 - 1858) Series: The Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido (Upright) Number: 6 Totsuka: View of Fuji from the Mountain Road (Totsuka, Sando yori Fuji chobo) Medium: Woodblock Print Date: 1855 Format: Vertical Oban Size (H x W): 14" x 9.25" print only. Publisher: Tsutaya Kichizo Seals: Aratame and date Signature: Hiroshige hitsu...

This engraved print shows a view of the United States Capitol Building, in Washington, D.C. The print depicts the neoclassical building from the northeast orientation, with a bustling street scene in front. The steel engraving is a proof printing, drawn and engraved by Henry Sartain and published in 1858. Plans began in May 1854 to build a new cast-iron dome for the United States Capitol. The then-architect of the Capitol Thomas Walter and his team were sold on the aesthetics of a new dome, as well as the utility of a fire-proof one. A year later, on March 3, 1855, President Franklin Pierce...

This lithograph, titled "Vue de la Vallée de la Fluvia à Castelfollit," was drawn by C. Langlois and lithographed by Godefroy Engelmann. It depicts a serene yet strategic view of the...

Title: Géographie des Hébreux ou Tableau de la Dispersion des enfants de Noé - **Origin**: From 'Atlas De La Géographie Ancienne' by F. Delamarche - **Date of Publication**: 1837 D...

Antique print titled 'No.1 Street Punishments'. Print of Chinese street punishments. Shows a prisoner, his arms bound and flags attached to his ear...

Great images of parakeet Unframed. Lithographs after Cpt. Brown with original hand color. Published, 1847. The measurement is for 1 print Free shipping

Great images of shells Unframed. Lithographs after Cpt. Brown with original hand color. Published, 1847. The measurement is for 1 print Free shipping

Handcoloured lithograph by Henry Sowerby after an illustration by A.W. from Edward Hamilton's Flora Homeopathica, Bailliere, London, 1852.

Sensational image by John Martin. Drawn and engraved by John Martin. Published by Sangster Unframed.

This 19th-century lithograph, created by Godefroy Engelmann after a work by Langlois, vividly depicts French troops attacking the historic town of Besalú in Girona, Spain, during the...

Description: Antique map titled 'Amerika'. Small map of North and South America. This map originates from the Dutch publication 'De Aarde, beschouwd in haren Natuurlijken Toestan...

Great image of parrots. 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. Publish...

Set of eight antique bird prints. It shows the violet-tufted hummingbird (Trochilus Petasphorus), Natterer's hummingbird (Trochilus Scutatus), tufted coquette (Trochilus Ornatus), Au...

Maronite Priest: Custodian of Tradition and Faith, Plate 54 This vibrant lithograph portrays a Maronite priest, garbed in traditional black robes, emblematic of his solemn devotio...

These beautiful hand-colored botanical illustrations, drawn and lithographed by the renowned artist Walter Hood Fitch, were featured in Sir William Jackson Hooker's *"Curtis's Botanical Magazine,"* published in London in 1847. Fitch was one of the most prolific and skilled botanical illustrators of the 19th century, known for his ability to capture the intricate details and vibrant hues of the plants he depicted. Sir William Jackson Hooker, a famous British botanist and the director of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, commissioned these illustrations as part of his work to document newly discovered plants from around the world. The *Curtis’s Botanical Magazine* has been published since 1787 and remains one of the longest-running botanical periodicals. Detailed Descriptions of Each Plant #### 1. **Dipladenia Rosa-campestris** (*Hortul. ex Veitch*) - **English Name**: Rose Dipladenia - **Description**: This illustration showcases *Dipladenia rosa-campestris*, a striking flowering plant known for its showy pink to deep red trumpet-shaped flowers. Native to tropical regions of South America, particularly Brazil, *Dipladenia* belongs to the family Apocynaceae and is prized in horticulture for its vibrant blooms and ability to climb. Fitch's illustration emphasizes the waxy leaves and the vivid color of the petals, bringing the plant to life on the page. #### 2. **Begonia fuchsioides** (*Hook.*) - **English Name**: Fuchsia-flowered Begonia - **Description**: The *Begonia fuchsioides* is depicted with its characteristic red, pendulous flowers, which closely resemble the blooms of fuchsia plants. This species of Begonia is native to tropical regions and is popular for its delicate, bell-shaped flowers and glossy leaves. Fitch’s attention to the arrangement of the leaves and the contrast between the flowers' vibrant red and the soft green leaves provides a lifelike representation of this exotic plant. #### 3. **Agalmyla staminea** (*Blume*) - **English Name**: Staminate Agalmyla - **Description**: This illustration captures the unique red tubular flowers of *Agalmyla staminea*, a plant native to Southeast Asia. The species is part of the Gesneriaceae family and is known for its bright, showy flowers that grow in dense clusters. Fitch’s careful rendering of the plant’s leaves and the intricate veining, along with the vibrant red flowers, highlights his talent for bringing the botanical subject to life with both scientific accuracy and artistic flair. ### About the Makers #### **Walter Hood Fitch** (Artist and Lithographer) Walter Hood Fitch (1817–1892) was one of the most influential botanical artists of the 19th century, working primarily with Sir William Hooker and later his son, Joseph Dalton Hooker, at Kew Gardens. He produced thousands of illustrations for various botanical publications, including *Curtis’s Botanical Magazine*, where he was responsible for the majority of its plates from 1834 to 1877. Fitch’s mastery of lithography allowed him to create richly detailed and accurate depictions of plants, with a particular talent for illustrating both the botanical structure and the vibrant colors of flowers. #### **Sir William Jackson Hooker** (Director and Editor) Sir William Jackson Hooker (1785–1865) was a prominent British botanist and the director of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Under his leadership, Kew Gardens expanded its collection of plants from around the world, and Hooker was instrumental in promoting the scientific study and illustration of these species. As the editor of *Curtis’s Botanical Magazine*, Hooker collaborated with Fitch to document and share the beauty and diversity of plants with the scientific community and the public. ### The Lithographic Technique Lithography, particularly chromolithography, was a crucial innovation in botanical illustration. Fitch was skilled in the traditional method of lithography, where an image was drawn onto a stone plate with a greasy substance and then inked for printing. Hand-coloring was often applied afterward to bring the prints to life, as seen in these illustrations. This method allowed for highly detailed, accurate representations of plants and their botanical features, making it invaluable for both scientific study and aesthetic appreciation. ### Conclusion These prints from *Curtis’s Botanical Magazine* reflect the height of botanical art in the mid-19th century. The combination of Walter Fitch...

Great image of a bat. 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. Published...

19th Century pair of original hand coloured engravings of Egypt in gilt wood frames. After Cecile by Lienard & Reville. Titled “Thebes: Karnak. Vue de la Porte et des Temples du Sud”...

Triumphal March – Caspar von Hertenstein Leading the Lucerne Regiment This grand hand-colored lithograph, created by H. Jenny and lithographed by Kümmerly and Wittmer, is part of ...

A wonderful and extremely rare real tennis, Royal Tennis, Jeu de Paume, Court Tennis Picture, J. Edmond Barre By W. Bromley. An exceptionally rare mid-19t...

Title: Bianca Maria, Countess of Cellant – 15th Century Italian Costume by Paul Mercuri, 1860 Description: This striking hand-colored lithograph depicts Bianca Maria, Countess of ...

Expansive View of the Plains Between Kah-Wee-Ya and Kings Rivers This striking lithograph offers a panoramic view of the plains stretching between Kah-Wee-Ya and Kings Rivers in C...

Cricket print of Joseph Guy of Nottingham. A framed, tinted and hand colored lithographic portrait of the All- England cricketer Joseph Guy (1813 - 187...

Title: 19th-Century Chromolithograph of Cana – Biblical Landscape After David Roberts Description: This striking 19th-century chromolithograph presents a breathtaking view of Cana, the site traditionally associated with Jesus' first miracle—the transformation of water into wine at a wedding feast. The print originates from the 1862 publication *De Middelaar God en der Menschen - Tafereelen uit Jezus' Leven en Werk op Aarde* by J.J.L. Ten Kate, published by Gebroeders Kraay in Amsterdam. The composition is based on an original plate by the esteemed British artist David Roberts (1796–1864), whose highly detailed and atmospheric depictions of the Holy Land remain among the most celebrated travel illustrations of the 19th century. The scene captures a dramatic and expansive view of the rolling hills and fertile valleys surrounding Cana, bathed in the warm glow of the setting sun. The interplay of light and shadow enhances the landscape’s depth, creating a peaceful yet awe-inspiring atmosphere. In the foreground, a small group of figures rests near a stone well, symbolizing the region’s historical connection to water and its biblical significance. To the right, a caravan of travelers on horseback winds its way down a rugged path, emphasizing the area's continued role as a crossroads of pilgrimage and trade. In the distance, the smoke rising from the village adds a human presence to the otherwise untouched landscape. The chromolithographic process used in this print allows for exceptional tonal variation and soft gradations of color, making it a fine example of 19th-century craftsmanship. This piece is particularly appealing to collectors of biblical art, historical views of the Holy Land, and 19th-century travel prints...

Original antique print titled 'Die Löwin mit ihren Jungen (..)'. Original antique print of a lioness and her cubs. Published by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, circa 1830.

Antique map titled 'Carte de l'Amérique septentrionale'. Map of North America, with an inset map of the Aleutian Islands. This map originates from 'Atlas universel de géographie anci...

Great image of a bat. 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. Published...

Title: The Old Bernese Banners – A Splendid Procession of Knights and Honor Guards Description: This magnificent hand-colored lithograph is part of the 'Fest Album Celebrating B...

This 1865, hand-colored engraving by A. H. Ritchie is entitled Lady Washington's Reception and is based on Daniel F. Huntington's original painting "Th...

Sensational image by John Martin. Drawn and engraved by John Martin. Published by Sangster Unframed.

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...

Title: Rare 19th-Century Natural History Prints Featuring Insects and Plants Description: This set of four original antique prints offers a captivating glimpse into the rich detail ...

Antique print titled '1. Mirlo, 2. Mirlo Pintado, 3. Mirlo Blanco'. 1. Common Blackbird, 2. Rosy Starling, 3. Albino Blackbird. Source unknown, engraved by F. Fournier, circa 1860.

Title: Bernese Stadthauptmann and His Retinue – A Grand Cavalcade from the 1853 Festival Description: This exquisite hand-colored lithograph is part of the 'Fest Album Celebrati...

Antique map titled 'Indes en-decà et au-delà du Gange'. Original old map of India to Southeast Asia, showing India, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka (Ceylon), Myanmar (Birma), part of Indone...

Great image of fish. 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. Published,...

Wonderful image after Rembrandt Fine Steel engraving. Published by Jones & Co., London. C.1850 Unframed.

Title: 1861 Hand-Colored Lithograph of Butterflies and Botanical Flowers Description: This vibrant 1861 hand-colored lithograph depicts a variety of butterfly species fluttering aro...

Gerardus Johannes Vossius – Dutch Humanist Scholar, 19th-Century Lithograph This stately 19th-century hand-colored lithograph depicts Gerardus Johannes Vossius, one of the most respected Dutch humanist scholars and theologians of the seventeenth century. Born in 1577, Vossius became professor of rhetoric, theology, and history at the University of Leiden and later at the Athenaeum Illustre of Amsterdam. He was a prominent figure in the Dutch intellectual world and maintained close correspondence with René Descartes and Hugo Grotius. In this portrait, Vossius is shown in full academic attire, standing confidently in front of a building façade dated 1631. His dignified pose, wide-brimmed hat, and flowing scholar’s cloak convey his status as an erudite and respected figure of the Dutch Golden Age. The architectural detail in the background reinforces the scholarly environment in which he worked. This print was drawn by W F Hoevenaar and printed by P W van de Weijer in Utrecht. The soft tones and clean lines reflect the high quality of mid-19th-century Dutch lithograph...

Antique print titled ‘Histoire Sainte, Ancien Testament, Roboam, Révolte des dix Tribus.’ This plate shows a scene from the Old Testament; Rehoboam, The Northern Tribes Revolt.’ T...