British Colonial Prints

Indigenous Peoples Near Quebec – 19th Century Ethnographic Print of Canada This antique print offers a striking ethnographic view of Indigenous peoples from the region surrounding Q...

Pair of hand colored botanical engravings of flowers.

Fantastic 18th Century Antique Hand-Colored Engravings depicting Greek Mythological scenes. This set of artwork is from J.B. Wicar. These matted and gold gilt...

Nicely framed featuring four different dog types.

Antique bird print titled 'Mallard Duck'. Old bird print depicting the mallard duck. This chromolithograph originates from the natural history set 'Animate Creation' published in 189...

This vintage hand-colored lithograph by artist Swankar Hanumann depicts a traditional Kachina (Katsina) doll, a central figure in Hopi and Pueblo ceremonial traditions. The doll is s...

John Gould (English, 1804-1881), 'Rufous Backed Egret, Ardea Rufsata', Cattle Erget, 1832-1837, hand colored lithograph from 'The Birds of Europe', fra...

A rich and decorative set of four original hand-colored lithographs by Anne Pratt, a leading botanical illustrator of the Victorian era. These detailed prints were published in 1855 ...

Presented is a handsome engraved portrait of George Washington by artist H. B. Hall. This engraving was published in New York, in a limited edition of 125 impressions. The engraving is based on a painting by William Birch Gilbert Stuart, a small miniature in enamel, completed in 1796. Birch painted Washington from life in his office in Philadelphia, by the request of I. G. Van Staphorst, Esqr. of Amsterdam. In the small portrait, Washington is depicted in a head and shoulders pose, facing right. He wears a dark coat and vest and a white shirt and ruffled cravat. The father of our country, George Washington was the commander in chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War (1775-83) and served two terms as the first United States president...

Wonderful set of 8 Cecil Aldin prints Lovely colours Published C.1920 Unframed. The measurement given is the paper size of one print Some with minor chips to the edges.

Minimalist Scandinavian Natural History Pair — Nordic Bird Lithographs, Wagtail & Shorelark Studies A refined pair of original Scandinavian natural history bird lithographs presenting two elegant Nordic species in a minimalist scientific style characteristic of late 19th-century European ornithological illustration. These compositions feature the White Wagtail (Motacilla alba) and the Shorelark or Horned Lark (Eremophila alpestris flava), rendered with remarkable delicacy and accuracy against spacious, uncluttered backgrounds that emphasize both form and scientific observation. Created as part of an original ornithological publication, these are authentic antique prints produced during the period of publication and not later reproductions. The plates were printed using lithography, a process in which artists drew directly onto prepared stone surfaces, allowing subtle tonal transitions and finely controlled coloration. The result is a harmonious blend of scientific precision and aesthetic restraint that aligns perfectly with Scandinavian design sensibilities. The compositions reflect the Nordic tradition of clarity and balance: birds isolated within generous margins, subtle naturalistic coloring, and a quiet sense of movement. The White Wagtail, known for its elegant tail motion and association with waterways, contrasts beautifully with the Shorelark, a species adapted to open landscapes and alpine environments. Together they create a visually balanced diptych ideal for contemporary interiors. These prints are sold unframed. Any framed images shown are for visual inspiration and presentation purposes only. Condition Report: Good antique condition with age-appropriate toning and minor surface wear consistent with period prints; light foxing and faint handling marks visible in margins; colors remain fresh and clear. Tips for Framing: Highly effective when framed with thin dark walnut or natural oak frames combined with wide ivory mats to emphasize the minimalist Scandinavian aesthetic. Consider museum glass and equal spacing for a gallery-style diptych presentation. Keywords: antique bird print, Scandinavian natural history, minimalist ornithology, Nordic design art, antique lithograph, scientific illustration, bird study, wagtail print, white wagtail art, Motacilla alba, shorelark print, horned lark illustration, Eremophila alpestris, alpine bird art, minimalist wall art, vintage ornithology, 19th century natural history, European bird illustration, botanical style aesthetic, neutral wall art...

Enchanting pair of 19th century hand-colored stipple engravings of parakeets by French illustrator Jacques Barraband (French 1767-1809). Each print is mounted and framed with a giltw...