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Technique: Engraved
Botanical Illustration of Soursop (Annona muricata) from Munting’s 1696 Herbal
Located in Langweer, NL
This antique print, titled "Guanabanus Folio Ficulneo," illustrates the Soursop, or Annona muricata, a fruit native to tropical regions of the Americas, particularly valued for its s...
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1690s Antique Engraved Prints

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Antique Steel Engraved Print showing Natives of Michoacan, Mexico, ca.1845
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Tracht der Indianer von Mechoacon' Original antique steel engraving showing the costumes of natives of Michoacan, Mexico...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Engraved Prints

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Handcolored Engraving of Françoise-marguerite De Sévigné, Countess of Grignan.
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'MADAME DE GRIGNAN' Original antique print of Françoise-Marguerite de Sévigné, Countess of Grignan. Françoise-Marguerite was born in Paris, France, on 10 Octo...
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Early 20th Century Engraved Prints

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Hand-Colored Optical View of Delft Canal, The Hague by G.J. Probst, 1781
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Hand-Colored Optical View of Delft Canal, The Hague by G.J. Probst, 1781 This optical print, titled "Vue du Canal de Delft a la Haye Ville de Hollande," was created by G.J. P...
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1780s Antique Engraved Prints

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Antique Print of the Opening of the London Bridge by Virtue, 1858
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'The Opening of the New London Bridge'. View of London Bridge from the South bank towards the Monument. This print originates from 'The Art Journal...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Engraved Prints

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Hand-Colored Engraving of Saffron Crocus, Crocus sativus, by F. Guimpel, 1819
Located in Langweer, NL
An original old hand-colored copperplate engraving of the plant "Oxalis stricta", commonly known as yellow wood sorrel or common yellow oxalis. This botanical illustration is detaile...
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1810s Antique Engraved Prints

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Original Antique Portrait of Maurice, The Prince of Orange, 1748
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique portrait titled 'Maurits, Prins van Oranje enz. enz. enz'. Engraving of Maurice, Prince of Orange. Bust length with beard, closed ruff, armour, and with sash over right shoul...
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Mid-18th Century Dutch Antique Engraved Prints

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17th Century Jan Van De Velde Print "October" from the Months, 1618
Located in Cagliari, IT
Beautiful burin from the rare suite "The Months" performed by the artist and engraved by Claens Jansz Visscher (1587-19 June 1652). Very fresh and well contrasted, laid paper with w...
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Botanical Engraving of Arrowhead from Munting’s 1696 Herbal Collection
Located in Langweer, NL
This original old hand-coloured antique print depicts Sagittaria Sagittifolia, known as "arrowhead." It originates from the botanical work "Naauwkeurige Beschryving der Aardgewassen"...
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1690s Antique Engraved Prints

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Vue de Bayonne du Côté du Port – Hand-Colored Optical Print by Basset, c.1790
Located in Langweer, NL
Vue de Bayonne du Côté du Port – Hand-Colored Optical Print by Basset, Paris circa 1790 This beautifully detailed hand-colored optical print, titled 'Vue de Bayonne du côté du Port'...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Engraved Prints

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View of Customs House and Santa Maria della Salute, Grand Canal, Venice, 1760
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: View of the Customs House and Church of Santa Maria della Salute, Grand Canal, Venice (1760) Description: This 18th-century engraving by I. Tirion offers a panoramic view of...
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1760s Antique Engraved Prints

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Portrait of a Mangean Islander in The South Pacific by John Webber, circa 1800
Located in Langweer, NL
A head and shoulders frontal portrait of a man named by Cook as Mourua, of Mangaia, Cook Islands, visited by Cook in March 1777. Title: "Portrait of a Mangean Islander by John Webbe...
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Early 1800s Antique Engraved Prints

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1832 Hand-Colored Engraving - "Death of the Fox at Tutbury Castle" by W. B. Scot
Located in Langweer, NL
1832 Hand-Colored Engraving - "Death of the Fox at Tutbury Castle" by W. B. Scott This is a finely detailed, hand-colored engraving titled "Death of the Fox at Tutbury Castle," publ...
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1830s Antique Engraved Prints

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Graceful Grazers: The White-Tailed Deer and the Reindeer, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
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...
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1840s Antique Engraved Prints

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Handcolored Copperplate Engraving of Cashmere Goats and Sheep, Bertuch 1823
Located in Langweer, NL
Handcolored Copperplate Engraving of Cashmere Goats and Sheep, Friedrich Johann Bertuch, 1823 This is an exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving depicting a group of Cashmere go...
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1820s Antique Engraved Prints

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Diverse Rodentia: Squirrel, Cuban Hutia, and Lemming-like Rodent, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
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...
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Turkey in Asia – Antique Ottoman Empire Map by John Tallis, ca. 1851
Located in Langweer, NL
Turkey in Asia – Antique Ottoman Empire Map by John Tallis, ca. 1851 This decorative 19th-century map titled "Turkey in Asia" was published by John Tallis & Company around 1851. Eng...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Engraved Prints

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Red-Crested Cardinal - Antique Hand-Colored Print with William Hayes Sign, 1780
Located in Langweer, NL
Red-Crested Cardinal Antique Hand-Colored Bird Print by William Hayes, 1780 This charming eighteenth-century hand-colored copper engraving, signed “W. Hayes 1780” and inscribed “Car...
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1780s Antique Engraved Prints

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Géographie des Hébreux – Tableau de la Dispersion des Enfants de Noé, 1837
Located in Langweer, NL
Géographie des Hébreux – Tableau de la Dispersion des Enfants de Noé, 1837 This antique map, titled Géographie des Hébreux ou Tableau de la Dispersion des ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved Prints

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Botanical Illustration of White Turmeric (Curcuma zedoaria) by Blackwell, 1696
Located in Langweer, NL
This antique print, titled "Zedoaria," depicts the Curcuma zedoaria, also known as zedoary, white turmeric, or kentjur. The plant is a member of the ginger family, known for its medi...
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1690s Antique Engraved Prints

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Optica Print of Joseph Relating His Dream to His Brothers, 1770 – Biblical Scene
Located in Langweer, NL
Optica Print of Joseph Relating His Dream to His Brothers, circa 1770 – Hand-Colored Biblical Scene This captivating hand-colored antique print is an exceptional example of an 18th-...
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Mid-18th Century German Antique Engraved Prints

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A View of the Ewharrano Eatua, or House of God, in Huahine from Cook's Voyages
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "A View in the Island of Huaheine with Representations of the Ewharrano Eatua or House of God" Description: This engraving, drawn from the 1784-86 publication "A New, Authent...
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Tranquil View of The Solway from Harrington Harbour in England, 1841
Located in Langweer, NL
This image is a historical print titled "The Solway," showing a view from Harrington Harbour in Cumberland. It was drawn by W.H. Bartlett and engraved by R. Brandard, and it was publ...
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1840s English Antique Engraved Prints

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Medieval Costume Print 1845 – Noblewoman in Peach and Lavender Robes
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Elegant Noblewoman in Peach and Lavender Cloak, 15th Century Costume Study Description: This finely hand-colored engraving, published in 1845 as part of the distinguished ser...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Engraved Prints

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14th Century Italian Wedding – Clergy and Nobility in Antique Print, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Medieval Italian Wedding Ceremony with Clergy and Nobility, 1845 This exquisite hand-colored engraving, published in 1845 in the acclaimed series Costumes Historiques des XII...
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Medieval Italian Courtship c.1300s – Nobles in Historic Dress, Print 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Italian Courtship Scene with Nobles in Vibrant 14th-Century Dress, 1845 This beautifully hand-colored engraving from the 1845 publication Costumes Historiques des XIIIe, XIVe...
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Relics of Antiquity: Egyptian Sphinx and Colossal Statues of Canopus, 1801
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Relics of Antiquity: Egyptian Sphinx and Colossal Statues of Canopus" Description: This print showcases two striking images from George Alexander Cooke's "Universal Geograph...
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Early 1800s Antique Engraved Prints

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Striking 1805 Hand-Colored Engraving of Wild Cats and Predatory Mammals
Located in Langweer, NL
Striking 1805 Hand-Colored Engraving of Wild Cats and Predatory Mammals from Bertuch Description: This remarkable hand-colored engraving from Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s *Porte-Fe...
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Stunning 1805 Hand-Colored Engraving of Cave Interiors from Bertuch’s Work
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Stunning 1805 Hand-Colored Engraving of Cave Interiors from Bertuch’s Work Description: This dramatic hand-colored engraving is from Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s *Porte-Feui...
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Majestic Scavengers: Hand-Colored Engraving of Vultures and Birds of Prey, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Majestic Scavengers: Hand-Colored 19th-Century Engraving of Vultures and Birds of Prey from Bertuch’s *Bilderbuch für Kinder*" Description: This intricate 19th-century e...
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Intriguing 1805 Hand-Colored Engraving of Unique Mammals and Skeleton
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Intriguing 1805 Hand-Colored Engraving of Unique Mammals and Skeleton from Bertuch Description: This fascinating hand-colored engraving, sourced from Friedrich Justin Ber...
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Unique 1805 Engraving of Fossilized Patterns and Geological Layers from Bertuch
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Unique 1805 Engraving of Fossilized Patterns and Geological Layers from Bertuch Description: This intriguing hand-colored engraving originates from Friedrich Justin Bertu...
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The Ceremonial Offering to Captain Cook in Hawaii, Engraved in 1778
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "The Ceremonial Offering to Captain Cook in Hawaii, 1778" This detailed antique engraving, titled "An Offering Before Captain Cook in the Sandwich Islands," captures a significant historical encounter from Captain James Cook's voyages. The artwork, based on a drawing by John Webber, who accompanied Cook, was skillfully translated into print by the combined talents of Samuel Middiman for the landscape and John Hall for the figures. Created around 1778, this scene illustrates a moment where indigenous Hawaiian men present offerings of suckling pigs to Captain Cook and his European companions. A towering figure wearing an imposing mask stands sentinel behind the Europeans, symbolizing the cultural richness and ceremonial traditions of the Hawaiian people. The scene is framed by native palms and lush tropical vegetation, with a typical steep-roofed thatched building enclosed by a fence in the background, hinting at the architectural styles of the era. This print, marked by 'Walker sculp', offers a poignant visual narrative of cultural exchange in the age of exploration.
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Late 18th Century Antique Engraved Prints

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Antique Print of a Tombstone in Smyrna by De Bruyn, 1698
Located in Langweer, NL
Untitled print depicting a tombstone in Smyrna, Greece. Tombstone with inscription, decorated with various figures. This print originates from 'Reizen van Cornelis de Bruyn, door de ...
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17th Century Dutch Antique Engraved Prints

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Exploring the Stalactite Caverns near Slains: A Natural Wonder of Scotland, 1798
Located in Langweer, NL
A hand-colored copperplate engraving depicting a cavern of stalactites near Slains in Scotland. This illustration is part of Friedrich Johann Bertuch's "Bilderbuch für Kinder" (Pictu...
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1790s Antique Engraved Prints

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A Chinese Barber – 1858 Engraving from The Chinese Empire Illustrated
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: A Chinese Barber – 1858 Engraving from "The Chinese Empire Illustrated" This detailed engraving, titled *A Chinese Barber*, is taken from the 1858 edition of *The Chinese E...
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1850s Antique Engraved Prints

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Ceremonial Grace: The Gift-Bearing Attire of a Tahitian Woman in 1799
Located in Langweer, NL
Engraved plate by John Webber, titled "A Young Woman of Otaheite, in the dress they assume when bringing a Present." This work was included in the published account of Captain Jame...
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Antique Hand-Colored Map of Western Russia and Ukraine, c.1680
Located in Langweer, NL
Description: Antique map titled 'Novissima et Accuratissima Totius Russiae vulgo Muscoviae Tabula'. Antique map of Western Russia and Ukraine, published by Justus Danckerts. The ma...
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1680s Antique Engraved Prints

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Hand-Colored Engraving of the Horned Indian Pheasant by Johann Seligmann, c.1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Der Gehörnte Indianische Fasan - Hand-Colored Engraving of the Horned Indian Pheasant by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Century This beautiful hand-colored engraving, titled ...
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1770s Antique Engraved Prints

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J. Desandre « Spare the Rod and Spoil the Child », Engraving, 19th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Nice engraving illustrating the proverb "Spare The Rod And Spoil The Child » (Qui aime bien, châtie bien). The scene takes place in a 19th century bourgeois interior. On the mantelpi...
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18th Century Engraving Neoclassical Fortified Gateways by Neufforge, Circa 1770
Located in Langweer, NL
The engraving is from the Jean-François de Neufforge's collection "Recueil élémentaire d'architecture," which was an influential publication in the 18th century that detailed various...
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Antique Print of a Venetian Gondola by Newton '1802'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Venetian Gondola'. Original antique print of a Venetian gondola. Engraved by Newton. Published by Darton and Harvey, 1802.
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Early 19th Century English Antique Engraved Prints

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18th Century Hand-Colored Engraving of the American Bittern by Seligmann
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Amerikanische Rohrdommel - 18th Century Hand-Colored Engraving of the American Bittern by Johann Michael Seligmann This captivating hand-colored engraving, titled *Amerikanis...
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The Red Bird of Surinam by J.M. Seligmann, Hand-Colored Engraving, 18th Century
Located in Langweer, NL
This vibrant hand-colored engraving, titled "Garrulus ruber, Surinamensis" (The Red Bird of Surinam), features a striking depiction of a red-plumaged bird perched on a gnarled tree b...
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Antique Decorative County Map of Huntingdonshire, England, 1804
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique county map of Huntingdonshire first published c.1800. Cities illustrated include Kimbolton, Chesterton, Folkesworth, and Great Stewkeley. Charles Smith was a cartographer ...
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Hand-Colored Engraving of the Hooded Merganser by Johann Michael Seligmann, 1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Die Gehäubte Ente - Hand-Colored Engraving of the Hooded Merganser by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Century This remarkable hand-colored engraving, titled *Die Gehäubte E...
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Antique Map of the Siege of Syracuse by the Athenians, 1648 – Thucydides
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Map of the Siege of Syracuse by the Athenians, 1648 – Thucydides This finely engraved plan depicts the Siege of Syracuse, one of the most dramatic episodes of the Peloponnes...
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Mid-17th Century English Antique Engraved Prints

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Old Engraving of Cape Good Hope in South Africa, 1754
Located in Langweer, NL
The text in the image reads: "The Cape of Good Hope" and "London Mag: 1754." This suggests that this small image is a rare copper engraving that was featured in the London Magazine i...
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Hand-Colored Engraving of the American Crested Bittern by Seligmann, ca.1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Die Amerikanische Rohrdommel mit den Federbusch - Hand-Colored Engraving of the American Crested Bittern by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Century This beautiful hand-colored...
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Botanical Illustration of Sesame Plant (Sesamum indicum) - Munting’s 1696 Herbal
Located in Langweer, NL
This antique print, titled "Sesamum Persicum Trilobatum Foetidum," depicts the Sesame plant (Sesamum indicum), known for its seeds and oil. Sesame is one of the oldest oilseed crops,...
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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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Tragic Rites of Widowhood: Sati and Burial Customs in India, 1727
Located in Langweer, NL
Tragic Rites of Widowhood: Sati and Burial Customs in India This engraving from Bernard Picart depicts two dramatic and somber rituals associated with widowhood in India: 1. Top Pa...
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1720s Antique Engraved Prints

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Northern Bottlenose Whale: Classic 18th-19th Century Scientific Illustration
Located in Langweer, NL
"Northern Bottlenose Whale: Classic 18th-19th Century Scientific Illustration" Discover a piece of natural history with this exquisite illustration of the Northern Bottlenose Whale (*Hyperoodon ampullatus*, synonymously known as *Delphinus edentulus*), masterfully depicted by noted naturalists Goldfuss, Schreber, and Wagner. This print originates from the esteemed work, *Die Säugthiere in Abbildungen nach der Natur, mit Beschreibungen*, published between 1774 and 1846. This artwork not only captures the majestic form of one of the deep-sea's most intriguing denizens but also embodies the scientific spirit of the Enlightenment and early Victorian era. The illustration, with its precise detailing and lifelike portrayal, serves as an educational tool and a decorative piece, appealing to enthusiasts of marine biology, historical artwork, and antique scientific illustrations...
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Antique Handcolored Engraving of Domestic Goats, c.1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Handcolored Engraving of Domestic Goats, Quadruped XXVI, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving features various breeds of domestic goats, emphasizing thei...
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Rapa Nui Gaze: Portraits from Easter Island, Engraved and Published in ca.1785
Located in Langweer, NL
The engraving features side-by-side portraits of a woman and a man from Easter Island, known locally as Rapa Nui, famous for its monumental statues known as moai. The left side depi...
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Whimsical Archers: Duo of Baroque Putti, circa 1620
Located in Langweer, NL
These images are rare but fine examples of original 17th-century European engravings, displaying characteristics that might point to an Italian origin based on stylistic analysis. Th...
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Antique Handcolored Engraving of Wild Canines and Hyenas, c.1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Handcolored Engraving of Wild Canines and Hyenas, Quadruped XV, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving depicts various wild canines and hyenas, highlightin...
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Engraved View of Bridgnorth, a Town in Shropshire, England, 1807
Located in Langweer, NL
This engraving is part of a collection showcasing the beauty of England and Wales, a series that was common in the 18th and 19th centuries to celebrate and document the picturesque landscapes and significant towns of Britain. The text provided in the last image offers several details: 1. The title of the engraving is "BRIDGENORTH. Shropshire." 2. It was engraved by J. Greig from a drawing by the late E. Dayes. 3. The engraving was published in London by Vernor, Hood & Sharpe Poultry, February 1st, 1807. 4. It was created for "The Beauties of England and Wales." The artwork depicts Bridgnorth, a town in Shropshire, England. The engraving would have been intended to capture the charm and appeal of Bridgnorth, with its notable bridge and surrounding architecture. Engravings like this one were often collected by those who appreciated the artistry of such views and by those who were interested in the topographical and historical significance of the location. E. Dayes (the late Edward Dayes) was a well-known artist of the period, and J. Greig was the engraver who transferred Dayes' artwork into the medium of engraving. The publication date of February 1st, 1807, places this work in the early 19th century, a time when such engravings were a popular form of mass media, providing a visual understanding of places that many people might not have the opportunity to visit themselves. The engraving serves as both an artistic and historical record, capturing Bridgnorth in the early 19th century with a level of detail and craftsmanship that is characteristic of the period's topographical art...
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Map of the Duchy of Pomerania – Antique Engraving by P. Schenk Jr., c. 1750
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of the Duchy of Pomerania – Antique Engraving by P. Schenk Jr., c. 1750 Antique map titled 'Ducatus Pomeraniae Tabula Generalis'. This historical map presents the Duchy of Pomer...
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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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