Mid-19th Century Prints

Antique costume print titled 'Homme et Femme du Schlirsee'. Original antique print of figrues from Schliersee, Germany. This print originates from 'Moeurs, usages et costumes de tous...

Antique print titled 'A Lincolnshire Decoy'. Original antique print of a Lincolnshire Duck Decoy. Wild duck decoyed into mouth of net covering curving ditch or 'pipe'. Dog trained to drive birds to narrow end where the birds were caught and killed. Common practice on the Cambridgeshire Fens and Norfolk Broads. Most birds were sent to the London market...

Original antique print of the pillar where Jesus Christ’s death sentence was affixed, Jerusalem. This print originates from 'Costume Antico e Moderno: Palestine, China, India, Oceani...

Antique map titled 'Dépt. de l'Ariège'. Map of the French department of Ariege, France. This area of France is known for its production of semi-soft and mild cheeses, such as Bethmal...

Antique bird print titled 'Colaptes Chrysoldes'. Old bird print depicting two gilded flickers. This print originates from 'The new and heretofore unfigured species of the birds o...

Set of three original antique fish prints. Greater pipefish, Syngnathus acus 54, and Sargassum pipefish, Syngnathus pelagicus 55,56. Straight-nosed ...

Antique print titled 'Brown Snipe'. Original old bird print of a brown snipe. This print originates from 'British Game Birds and Wildfowl' by Beverly Robinson Morris. Published circa...

Set of three antique furniture prints depicting various ladies desks. These prints originate from 'Le Magasin de Meubles' by Victor Quetion. Published in Paris, circa 1860.

Antique print titled 'Kinderen (Gamboes) Mimische Dansers - Enfants (Gamboes) Danseurs Mimiques'. Colored lithograph of two Indonesian children dressed ...

Antique map titled 'South America'. Original antique map of South America. This map originates from ‘The Imperial Atlas of Modern Geography’. Published by W. G. Blackie, 1859.

Set of four original antique fish prints. Snipefish, Macroramphosus scolopax 52 and grooved razorfish, Centriscus scutatus 53. Vit sculpin, Cottus ...

Antique map titled 'Dept. de la Nièvre'. Map of the French department of Nievre, France. Part of the prestiegous Burgundy or Bourgogne wine region this area is known for its producti...

Original antique map titled 'Nord-America'. Old map of North America and the West Indies. Also showing British Overseas Territories and Hudson Bay. This map originates from Stiel...

Antique print titled 'Guerrier d'Hawaï - Jeune femme d'Hawai'. Original print of a warrior and young lady of Hawaii. This print originates from volume 1 of 'Voyage Autour du Monde' b...

Original antique print titled 'Säugethiere - Der Löwe, die Löwin mit ihren Jungen'. Old print of a lion, lioness and lion cubs. This print originates from 'K...

Antique bible print titled 'Eli and Samuel'. This print most likely originates from an illustrated bible, published by J.M. Kronheim & Co, circa 1...

Antique costume print titled 'General Japonais'. Original antique print of a Japanese general. This print originates from 'Moeurs, usages et costumes de tous les peuples du monde' by...

Antique map titled 'Dépt. d'Eure et Loir'. Map of the French department of Eure-et-Loir, France. This area is home to the famous Chartres Cathedral....

Antique print titled 'Natural Bridge, Virginia'. View of the natural bridge, a geological formation in Rockbridge County, Virginia. Published, circa ...

Set of 3 original antique prints of a chameleon and other reptiles. These prints originate from 'Dictionnaire universel d'Histoire Naturelle' by d'Orbigny. Published 1861. Charles Henry Dessalines d'Orbigny was a French botanist and geologist specializing in the Tertiary of France. At the National Museum of Natural History in Paris, d'Orbigny identified many of the flowering plant species returned to France from his brother's natural history collecting...

Antique map titled 'Bresil Paraguay et Uruguay'. Fine steel engraved map of Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay. Engraved by Leclercq and published by Armand Aubree in "Atlas Classique et U...

Antique map titled 'Dépt. de l'Eure'. Map of the French department of Eure, France. This region of France is home to Giverny, where impressionist Claude Monet’s home and garden can...

Antique map titled 'Dépt. de la Marne'. Map of the French department of Marne, France. This department is home to the Champagne region where the world's finest sparkling wine is prod...

Antique print titled 'De Schaatsenrijdersbaan op de Maas'. Old print depicting an ice skating scene in the Netherlands. This print originates from 'Het ijs vermaak op de Maas te ...

Antique map titled 'Germany and Switzerland'. Four individual sheets of Germany and Switzerland. This map originates from 'Lowry's Table Atlas constructed and engraved from the most ...

Antique print titled 'Anjer - Anjer'. View of Anyer (also known as Anjer or Angier), a coastal town in Banten, formerly West Java, Indonesia. This print originates from 'Gezigten uit...

Set of three antique bird prints titled 'Le Pierre-Garin - La Frégate, Le Grèbe Huppé - L'Imbrim, Canard Femelle et ses Petits - l'Oie Sauvage'. It shows the Tern, Frigatebird, the G...

Antique map titled 'Carte de l'Europe'. Map of Europe. This map originates from 'Atlas universel de géographie ancienne et moderne (..)' by Pierre M. Lapie and Alexandre E. Lapie. Pi...

Two allied wrens from Daniel Giraud Elliot's "The New and Heretofore Unfigured Species of the Birds of North America": --- **Title:** Antique Print - Two Allied Wrens **Description:** Step into the world of avian artistry with this exquisite antique lithograph showcasing two allied wrens from Daniel Giraud Elliot's esteemed publication, 'The New and Heretofore Unfigured Species of the Birds of North America' (1866-1869). A rare gem from a limited print run of only 200 copies, this lithograph, meticulously crafted by Bowen & Co, Philadelphia, captures the beauty and intricacy of these wrens in stunning detail. **Key Features:** 1. **Rare Representation:** This lithograph presents a rare portrayal of two allied wrens, showcasing these birds in their natural elegance and charm. Elliot's artwork encapsulates the subtle nuances and distinctive features of these avian species, making this print a prized possession for collectors and enthusiasts. 2. **Limited Edition:** With a mere 200 copies ever printed, this lithograph stands as a rare and sought-after piece among collectors of ornithological art. Its exclusivity adds immense value and allure to this exceptional depiction of North American avifauna. 3. **Expert Lithographic Printing:** Crafted by Bowen & Co, Philadelphia, renowned for their expertise in lithographic printing during that era, this print exemplifies the pinnacle of printing precision and artistry of the time. The lithograph preserves the fine details and intricate textures of the wrens with unparalleled accuracy. **Condition:** This antique lithograph remains in remarkable condition, preserving the integrity of Elliot's original artwork. It maintains its authenticity and vintage appeal, showcasing the craftsmanship and artistry of lithographic printing from the 19th century. **Provenance:** Originating from Elliot's groundbreaking publication, this print carries the legacy of one of the most distinguished works in ornithology. Its association with the limited print run and Bowen & Co's lithographic excellence enhances its historical and collectible value. **Conclusion:** Embrace the allure of avian beauty with this exceptional antique lithograph featuring two allied wrens. A masterpiece of art and ornithological accuracy, this print not only captivates with its visual splendor but also stands as a rare and prestigious addition to any esteemed collection or a focal point for enthusiasts passionate about vintage natural...

Antique print titled '1. Caïman à museau de Brochet, 2. Platydactyle des murailles'. Original old print of a caiman, an alligatorid belonging to the subfamily Caimaninae, one of two ...

Antique map titled 'Sibérie ou Russie d'Asie'. Attractive map of Russia in Asia and Siberia. This map originates from Maison Basset's 1852 edition of 'Atlas Illustre Destine a l'ense...

Antique map titled 'A Map of the Dutchy of Holstein, with the Territories of the Imperial Towns Hamburg & Lubek, Also The Bishoprick of Eutin, Laid down from Fischer's Map (..)'. Sca...

Original antique print of the Tomb of Absalom or Absalom’s Pillar and entrance to the Cave of Jehosopha. This print originates from 'Costume Antico e Moderno: Palestine, China, India, Oceania' by Ferrario. Published 1831. Tomb of Absalom (Hebrew: יד אבשלום‎, Transl. Yad Avshalom; literally Absalom's Memorial), also called Absalom's Pillar, is an ancient monumental rock-cut tomb with a conical roof located in the Kidron Valley in Jerusalem, a few metres from the Tomb of Zechariah and the Tomb of Benei Hezir. Although traditionally ascribed to Absalom, the rebellious son of King David of Israël (circa 1000 BC), recent scholarship has dated it to the 1st century AD. The tomb is not only a burial structure in its own right, with its upper part serving as a nefesh or funeral monument...

Antique map titled 'Dépt. de l'Ain'. Map of the French department of l'Ain, France. This area of France is known for its Bugey wines, which are generally aromatic and white. It is also known for its fine blue cheese...

Description: Antique print titled 'Arabischer Handelsmann'. Original antique print of an Arabian merchant. This print originates from 'Die Volker des Erdballs (..)' by H. Berghau...

Antique print titled 'Chrysochloris Capenis, Mygale Pyrenaica, Gladobates Javanicus'. Original old print of a golden mole, shrew and tree shrew. Published by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, 1...

Set of two original antique fish prints. Common torpedo ray, Raja torpedo. Skate, Dipturus batis 8,9, stingray, Dasyatis pastinaca 10, and thornback ray, Raja clavata 11. These prints originate from 'Unterhaltungen aus der Naturgeschichte: Der Fische erster Theil, Volume 5' by Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm. Published 1832. Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm (1758 – 1811) was a Protestant pastor and natural history writer, and the son of Christian Art Wilhelm, an art dealer and publisher in Augsburg, Bavaria, Germany. These engravings are from the fish section of Wilhelm’s monumental 25 volume work on Natural History. Published from 1777 through to the 1800s, with a total of 1469 exquisite illustrations by the renowned engravers of Augsburg’s famous print...

Antique print titled 'G.Onychoteuthe'. Old print of Onychoteuthis species, a genus of squid in the family Onychoteuthidae. Lithographed by Benard after d'Orbigny. Published circa 18...

Antique costume print titled 'Femme Persanne'. Original antique print of a Persian woman. This print originates from 'Moeurs, usages et costumes de tous les peuples du monde' by Augu...

Antique print titled 'Quelle des Hinterrheins'. Lithograph on chine collé of the source of the Back Rhine from the Rheinwald Glacier, Canton Graubünden. Engraved by J. Poppel after L...

Antique print titled 'Der Pilatus in der Schweiz'. View of Mount Pilatus, a mountain massif overlooking Lucerne in Central Switzerland. Originates from 'Meyers Universum'. Published ...

Untitled antique print of a group of children dancing in a circle. One of the children is sitting on a tree trunk comforted by a parent, a dog is watching. Source unknown to be deter...

Antique map titled 'Dépt. du Tarn'. Map of the French department of Tarn, France. This area produces a variety of traditional wines, including Cahors, Mauzac, Loin de l’Oeil and Onde...

Antique map titled 'Zuid-Amerika'. Original antique map of South America including Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela, Guyana, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, Chile, Argentina. Inset map of the mountains of Quito. Published by Otto Petri...

These four antique bird prints are part of a set depicting a tawny eagle, Pallas's sea eagle, booted eagle, and their eggs. They originate from the book titled 'A history of the birds of Europe...

Antique bird print titled 'Xenopicus Albolarvatus'. Old bird print depicting two White-Headed Woodpeckers. This print originates from 'The new and heretofore unfigured species of t...

Antique print titled 'Der Lauer-See in der Schweiz'. View of Lake Lauerz, a lake in the Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland. Originates from 'Meyers Universum'. Published circa 1850. Jo...

Untitled bird print featuring various bird species. This print originates from 'A History of the Earth and Animated Nature' by O. Goldsmith. Goldsmith's Animated Nature went through ...

Antique map titled 'Dept. de l'Yonne'. Map of the French department of L'Yonne, France. L'Yonne is of France's premier Burgundy wine region and produces some of the worlds finest red...

Antique map titled 'Map of the Kingdom of Hanover, with the Grand Duchy of Oldenburg, the principalities of Lippe Detmold and Schauenburg Lippe (..)'. Map of Northern Germany inclu...

Antique print titled 'Bad Pfaeffers, Canton St. Gallen'. View of Bad Pfäfers, or Pfäfers Spa. Today, it is the oldest Baroque bath-house in Switzerland, houses a restaurant and a mus...

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

Antique print titled 'Nidification des Epinoches'. Original old print of stickleback fishes. The sticklebacks are a family of ray-finned fishes, the Gasterosteidae which have a Holar...

Antique map titled 'Dépt. du Loiret'. Map of the French department of Loiret, France. Surrounding the city of Orleans, Loiret is considered the heart of France and is a registered Unesco World Heritage Site. This area of France is also part of the Loire Valley wine region, and is especially known for its production of Pinot Noirs...

Antique print titled 'Madrid'. View of Madrid, Spain. Originates from 'Meyers Universum'. Published circa 1840. Joseph Meyer (May 9, 1796 - June 27, 1856) was a German industrial...

Antique bird print titled 'Nectarinia Insignis'. Original lithograph of the copper-throated sunbird. This print originates from 'Birds of Asia' by John Gould. Published 1850-1853.

Antique print, titled: 'Poissons Plate 11 - Le Notacanthe Nez (Notacanthus nasus).' - This rare plate shows the snub-nosed spiny eel (Notacanthus chemnitzii). From: 'Voyage en Island...

Antique print titled 'Hospitalier du Saint-Esprit'. Print of a Hospitaler of the Order of the Holy Ghost, Hospitallers of the Holy Spirit, Roman Catholi...