Mid-19th Century Prints

Title: "Noble Bearing: A German Gentleman in Medieval Attire from 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This 1847 lithograph from the esteemed collection "Costume du Moyen Âge" showc...

Antique map titled 'Pontus Euxinus'. Old map of the black Sea and surroundings originating from 'Orbis Terrarum Antiquus in usum Scholarum'. Artists and Engravers: Published by J...

This handcoloured lithograph titled "Jeune fille indoue de la haute classe" depicts a young high-class Indian woman adorned in traditional attire. The print is part of Auguste Wahlen's "Moeurs, Usages et Costumes de tous les Peuples de Monde," published in 1844. This lithograph utilizes handcolouring techniques to enhance the vividness and detail of the traditional Indian saree, which is characterized by its bright pink and green hues and intricate draping style. The saree, a timeless symbol of Indian femininity, is elegantly wrapped, showcasing the elaborate textile craftsmanship of India. The woman's jewelry, including bangles and necklaces, reflects the cultural importance of adornments in Indian society, often indicating social status and personal wealth. This print is captivating due to its rich depiction of cultural attire and the graceful demeanor of the woman, which together illustrate the refined aesthetic and social codes of India's upper class during the 19th century. The lithograph not only serves as a beautiful piece of art but also as an important cultural document that provides insights into the traditional attire and societal norms of historical India. Keywords: - Antique Indian prints...

Antique costume print titled 'Paysan de Wenden et Femme d'Altenbourg'. Original antique print of a peasant of Wenden and lady of Altenburg. This print originates from 'Moeurs, usages...

Original antique print of mouse species / mice and other rodents. This engraved print originates from a very rare unknown Dutch work. The plates are similar to the plates in the famous German work: ‘Bilderbuch fur Kinder' by F.J. Bertuch, published 1790-1830 in Weimar. This could be Dutch edition of this work (no references found), or a work that used the Bertuch plates. Published circa 1820. This engraving described in more detail: The print features six illustrations of various rodent-like animals. They are not all mice; they represent a range of rodent species, which can be inferred from their different physical characteristics: 1. The largest animal at the top left looks like a type of pika or a chinchilla due to its rounded ears and body shape. 2. The second illustration on the top right is a curled-up animal, which might be a dormouse based on its compact body and fur texture. 3. The animal at the center-right with prominent ears and elongated body could be a type of rat or a gerbil. 4. The creature in the middle left with large hind legs and long ears appears to be a jerboa, which is known for its distinctive jumping movement. 5. The bottom left animal resembles a vole...

This is an original antique print that shows a figure labeled "Noble Provençal," which means "Provençal Noble," referring to a nobleman from Provence, a historical province in southe...

The animal depicted in this print is commonly known as the horseshoe crab, specifically the Limulus polyphemus, also known as the Atlantic horseshoe crab. These marine arthropods are...

Plate 26: 'Oostenryk. Orde van de IJzeren Kroon - Orde van Elizabeth Theresia.' (Austria. Order of the Iron Crown - Order of Elizabeth Theresia). The Austrian Imperial Order of the Iron Crown (Italian: Imperial Ordine della Corona Ferrea German: Kaiserliche Orden Krone der Eisernen), was reestablished in 1815 by Emperor Franz I...

Great image after Titian Fine steel engraving Published circa 1850 Unframed. Free shipping

These two lithographs depict various species of tamarins and lemurs, drawn by Carel Christiaan Antony Last for Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's *Volledige Natuurlijke Historie der Zoogdieren...

Antique bird print titled 'Gatt Recurvirostra'. Large lithograph of the pied avocet, a large black and white wader in the avocet and stilt family, Recurvirostridae. They breed in tem...

This lithograph, titled Omai, by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, is an example of the artist’s ethnographic studies, showcasing a portrait of Omai, a notable figure from Polynesia who visited Europe in the 18th century. This work highlights Brodtmann’s interest in portraying individuals from distant lands, focusing on their unique cultural attire and expressions. Description: The portrait represents Omai, a Polynesian man who gained historical significance during the 18th century as one of the first Polynesians to travel to Europe. Omai (also known as Mai) was a central figure in the encounters between Polynesian and European cultures, having been brought to England by Captain James Cook in the 1770s. - Clothing: Omai is depicted in an elegant wrap of flowing fabric, draped around his shoulders and tied in a loose, elegant fashion. His head is adorned with a large turban, a stylistic interpretation that may have been influenced by European artistic conventions when portraying foreign dignitaries or exotic figures. The fabric's folds and shading add a sense of depth and texture, showcasing Brodtmann’s mastery of lithography. - Expression: Omai’s expression is poised and dignified, with his gaze directed slightly off to the side. The sense of serenity and composure in his face is typical of the European portrayals of him as an "exotic noble savage," a term that reflects the European fascination with non-Western peoples during the age of exploration. The lithograph highlights both the individuality of Omai and the cultural significance of his travels to Europe, where he became a symbol of cross-cultural exchange and curiosity during the 18th century. Maker: Karl Joseph Brodtmann (1787–1862), the Swiss lithographer, was known for his detailed illustrations of people from various cultures, natural history subjects, and scientific studies. His ethnographic works were part of a broader effort in 19th-century Europe to document the physical and cultural characteristics of peoples encountered through exploration. Brodtmann’s portraits often struck a balance between realism and the romanticized European views of non-Western cultures. Technique and Style: Brodtmann created this portrait using lithography, a technique that allowed him to achieve fine details and subtle gradations of light and shadow. His style in this portrait combines realism with the romanticized ideal of the "exotic," particularly in the way Omai is dressed in flowing garments, which may not be entirely representative of traditional Polynesian dress...

Sylvestrien - 1862 Hand-Colored Lithograph of a Sylvestrine Monk This 1862 hand-colored lithograph beautifully illustrates a Sylvestrien, or Sylvestrine monk, a member of the Cong...

This captivating lithograph, dating to around 1836, presents a dramatic scene from the voyage of the French corvette Astrolabe under the command of Dumont d'Urville. Set against the ...

Antique map titled 'Carte de l'Italie Ancienne'. Map of Italy. This map originates from 'Atlas universel de géographie ancienne et moderne (..)' by Pierre...

Title: View of Porto Praya Bay, Island of St. Jago Description: This serene lithograph, circa 1836, depicts a view of Porto Praya Bay on the island of St. Jago (modern-day Santiag...

Engraving of Sackville Street and Customs House, Dublin, ca. 1840s This 19th-century engraving showcases two prominent views of Dublin, Ireland: 1. Sackville Street (now O'Connell ...

Antique botany print titled 'Dacrydium Elatum', Podocarpus eupressina. Original old print of two species of conifer. This print originates from volume 3 of 'Rumphia, sive, Commentati...

Original antique map of the world. This print originates from 'Costume Antico e Moderno: Palestine, China, India, Oceania' by Ferrario. Publis...

Title: Das gemeine Lama (Common Llama) - Hand-Colored Zoological Print, Circa 1840 Description: This captivating hand-colored lithograph, titled "Das gemeine Lama" (The Common Lla...

Antique map titled 'Carte des Royaumes Hollande et Belgique'. Attractive map of the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg. This map originates fro...

Antique map titled 'Dept. de la Haute Loire'. Map of the French department of Haute Loire, France. This area of France is part of the Loire Valley wine growing...

Title: Coastal Cliffs of Port Jackson and Governor's Stables in Sydney, New South Wales Description: This lithograph, circa 1836, offers two contrasting scenes from New South Wale...

The illustration depicts two species of deer: 1. **Cervus virginianus** - Commonly known as the white-tailed deer, this species is native to the Americas. It is characterized by the...

Caregiver of the Sick: Compassion in Action, Plate 60 * This striking lithograph features a caregiver of the sick, clad in solemn black robes adorned with vivid red crosses on th...

Antique print, titled: 'Poissons Plate 12 - Le Trachyptere Bogmare (Trachypterus bogmarus).' This rare plate shows the Trachipterus trachypterus, a ribbonfish of the family Trach...

This print originates from the first volume of ‘De Volken van den Aardbodem (..)’ by dr. H. Berghaus. Published by G.B. van Goor, Gouda, 1855. Dutch edition.

The image features three different mammal species: 1. **Sciurus aureventer** - This is likely an old taxonomic name, and the animal depicted resembles a squirrel, recognizable by it...

Handcolored Lithograph of Chanoine Ordinaire (Ordinary Canon), Plate 17, 1862 This beautifully handcolored lithograph depicts a Chanoine Ordinaire (Ordinary Canon) and is Plate 17 from the 1862 edition of *Album ou Collection Complète, et Historique des Costumes de la Cour de Rome*, by G. Perugini. The figure is shown in traditional attire, including a white surplice with lace trim, a fur shoulder cape...

Title: "Civilian Costume at the End of the 15th Century" Description: The image is a print from a series the "Costume du Moyen Age" dated 1847, and titled "Costume Civil de la Fin d...

Handcolored Lithograph of Conservateur des Reliques (Custodian of Relics), Plate 14, 1862 This exquisite handcolored lithograph, titled Conservateur des Reliques (Custodian of Rel...

Elegance in Duty: Handcolored Print of a Carabinier, Plate 36, 1862 This stunning handcolored lithograph, Elegance in Duty, is Plate 36 from the 1862 second edition of Album ou Co...

Antique fish print titled 'Doree'. This print originates from 'Fishes of the British Islands' by Jonathan Couch. Jonathan Couch (1789-1870) was one of the pioneering natural historia...

Elegance of Authority: Handcolored Print of a Senator and Pages, Plate 25, 1862 This striking handcolored lithograph, Elegance of Authority, is Plate 25 from the 1862 second edi...

Antique map titled 'Verein-Staaten von Nord-America mit Ausnahme Florida's und der Westlichen Territorien'. This map extends as far west as Louisiana and only includes the northern p...

Original antique caricature print of Pierre Bonaparte (?), published circa 1860. This is a so called catchpenny print or ‘centsprenten’ in Dutch.

Trinitaire - 1862 Hand-Colored Lithograph of a Trinitarian Monk This rare 1862 hand-colored lithograph depicts a Trinitaire, or Trinitarian monk, adorned in the traditional habit ...

The Contemplative Silence: Chartreux Monk in Reverie, Plate 46, 1862 This evocative hand-colored lithograph, 'The Contemplative Silence: Chartreux Monk in Reverie,' Plate 46 from...

A large hand-colored lithograph entitled “Le Impératrice, Compiegne,” after the painting by Jean Victor Adam (1801-1866), circa 1850s. Depicted is the Empress Eugénie de Montijo, wi...

The map represents the route taken during F.T. Gregory's 1861 North West Australian Expedition. This exploration was a significant journey that took place over the Pilbara region, starting from the Ashburton River and extending to the Dampier Archipelago and the De Grey...

Honor and Elegance: Handcolored Print of a Noble Guard, Plate 32, 1862 This regal handcolored lithograph, Honor and Elegance, is Plate 32 from the 1862 second edition of Album ou ...

Dignity in Ceremony: Handcolored Print of a Papal Caudataire, Plate 27, 1862 This exquisite handcolored lithograph, Dignity in Ceremony, is Plate 27 from the 1862 second edition ...

Antique map titled 'Siberia or Northern Asia'. Original antique map of Siberia or Northern Asia. This map originates from ‘The Imperial Atlas of Modern Geography’. Published by W. G....

This print originates from the first volume of ‘De Volken van den Aardbodem (..)’ by dr. H. Berghaus. Published by G.B. van Goor, Gouda, 1855. Dutch edition.

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...

Title: 1863 Hand-Colored Lithograph of European Hawk Moths and Caterpillars – A Study of Life Cycles and Host Plants Description: This detailed 1863 hand-colored lithograph illu...

Description: This vibrant hand-colored lithograph of the Siberian Lily (Lilium pensylvanicum), also referred to as Lilium formosum, was created circa 1860. Illustrated by P. Stroo...

Description: Antique print titled 'Sydney in New-South-Wales'. View of the city of Sydney, Australia. Originates from 'Meyers Universum'. Artists and Engravers: Joseph Meyer ...

Traditional Costumes of the Indigenous People, Cape Palliser and Cook Strait, New Zealand This detailed engraving depicts two groups of indigenous Māori from New Zealand in the ea...

Antique Set of Three Botanical Fern Prints by E.J. Lowe (1868) – Aspidium Series Chromolithographs Description: This rare and exquisite set of three original hand-colored botanical fern prints was created by the esteemed British botanist Edward Joseph Lowe...

Persian Mosque Lamp Print – Islamic Ceramic Art Lithograph, France 1869 This striking large-format antique lithograph depicts a richly decorated Persian m...

Title: Lighthouse of Port Jackson, New South Wales Description: This striking lithograph, circa 1836, captures a serene and atmospheric view of the lighthouse at Port Jackson (Syd...

Original antique print of the tombs of the Kings of Judah. This print originates from 'Costume Antico e Moderno: Palestine, China, India, Oceania' by Ferrario. Published 1831.

Antique map titled 'Allemagne'. Original antique map of Germany. This map originates from 'Abrégé de Géographie (..)' by Adrien Balbi. Published...

This map originates from ‘Atlas National de la France Illustré’. Published by A. Combette, Paris, 1854.

Title: Prise de Breda, 24 Février 1793, from Galerie Historique de Versailles Description: This finely engraved print depicts the French forces capturing Breda on February 24, 179...

Title: 1848 Hand-Colored Lithograph of Butterflies, Caterpillars, and Blackthorn Plant – A Captivating Study in Natural History Description: This stunning hand-colored lithograph...

Antique print with four different views of Switzerland. 1. St, Nicholas Thal, 2. Mount Pilatus, 3. Schloss Granson, 4. Magadion Lago Maggiore. Published by A.H. Payne, circa 1850.

Antique Hand-Colored Fern Prints - Aspidium Aculeatum, Oreopteris, and Thelypteris - 19th Century Botanical Art Description: This rare set of three hand-colored antique fern prints...

Antique map titled 'Carte de la Suisse ou Helvetie'. Map of Switzerland. This map originates from 'Atlas universel de géographie ancienne et moderne...