Engraved Prints

Reward of Virtue – Allegorical Portrait Dedicated to Elise Charlotte, c.1790 This elegant allegorical engraving from the late 18th century depicts a half-draped young woman adorned ...

This original antique print depicts an antique hand-colored engraving of the Bååtska Palatset in Stockholm, Sweden, illustrated by Erik Dahlbergh. The Bååtska Palatset is a notable...

This engraving by Nicolas Pigné, part of the "Recueil de XC Têtes tirées des Sept Cartons des Actes des Apôtres" collection, shows a stark contrast between two figures. On the left, ...

This engraving depicts two contrasting profiles. On the left is a male figure adorned with a detailed, patterned cap, his features marked by a hooked nose and a small, tightly curled...

Title: "Classical Profiles: Raphael's Vision by Nicolas Pigné, 1740" This is an original engraving from 1740 by Nicolas Pigné, after a painting by Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, known ...

This antique engraving is an illustration from the monumental work of the "Encyclopédie Méthodique" published by Charles-Joseph Panckoucke in 1793. The image depicts a plate from t...

Antique county map of Durham first published c.1800. Villages, towns, and cities illustrated include Gateshead, South Shields, and Darlington. C...

Given the engraver's name, G. Vogel, and the visual style and content of the print, it is quite likely that this engraving is from Johann Christian Daniel von Schreber's "Die Säugeth...

Large original hand-colored antique ornithological print made by Selby and published around 1826. The image is a colored etching from "Ill...

Large original hand-colored antique ornithological print made by Selby and published around 1826. The text identifies the species depicted i...

These original hand-colored antique engravings by Pierre Auguste Joseph Drapiez offer a captivating glimpse into the world of marine life. Created with intricate detail and vibrant c...

Large original hand-colored antique ornithological print made by Selby and published around 1826. This particular print from Prideaux John...

Two authentic engravings on one sheet, also from "Bankes's New System of Geography," published by royal authority, which suggests a similar time frame to the previous engravings, lik...

This original print is a hand-colored engraving of Ulriksdal Castle, also historically known as "Jacobsdal" due to its location in the area of Solna near Stockholm, Sweden. The title...

An engraving by Willem Swidde from 1696. The print features a palatial estate surrounded by formal gardens, a common representation of baroque architecture and landscaping. The centr...

Antique engraving of fox hunting by Alken, Henry Thomas, 1784-1851 (Engraver). Originates from 'Sporting sketches: consisting of subjects relating to sport...

The engraving depicts the French explorer Louis Antoine de Bougainville hoisting the French colors upon a small rock in the Magellan Straits. This act symbolizes the claiming of terr...

An antique engraving depicting a dance scene titled "An Exact Representation of a Dance in Otaheite," Otaheite being an archaic name for Tahiti in French Polynesia. This engraving would have been created as a part of a series to document the culture and life of the Tahitian people, likely observed by European explorers during one of the many voyages to the South Pacific in the 18th century. In the foreground, there are central figures engaged in a dance, wearing traditional Polynesian attire, which includes wraps around their waists and adornments that seem to represent status or a part of the dance costume. They are holding what appear to be fans, which may be part of the traditional dance. The dancers' poses suggest movement and a performance aspect to the scene. Behind the dancers, we can see a group of musicians providing the accompaniment, playing drums, which indicates the importance of music and rhythm in the dance. To the right, there is an audience of seated individuals, likely members of the community, watching the performance. The background of the scene includes thatched huts and a lush landscape with palm trees, depicting a typical village setting in Tahiti. The checkerboard pattern on the ground where the dance takes place is notable, as it adds a sense of structure to the scene. This image would have been intended for a European audience unfamiliar with Tahitian culture and would have served as a visual record of the encounters between European explorers and the peoples of the Pacific Islands. The engraving you've uploaded, titled "An Exact Representation of a Dance in Otaheite," is likely from a work documenting the voyages of Captain James Cook, given the style and subject matter. Captain Cook made three voyages to the Pacific Ocean during the 18th century, and his encounters with the peoples of the Pacific, including those of Tahiti (Otaheite), were extensively recorded and published. The engravings from Cook's voyages were made by artists who accompanied him, such as John Webber on his third voyage, or were based on sketches made by other crew members. These images were then published in the official accounts of the voyages. The most notable of these accounts is "A Voyage to the Pacific Ocean" undertaken during Cook's third voyage from 1776 to 1780, which was published in the years following his death in 1779. Another possible source for this engraving could be from the accounts of Joseph Banks. Banks was a naturalist who joined Cook on his first voyage (1768-1771) aboard the HMS Endeavour and was responsible for extensive collections and descriptions of Pacific cultures. His collections and later works also included illustrations and engravings of the scenes and peoples encountered. Given that the engraving is labeled as "London Published as the Act directs by Alexr. Hogg at the Kings Arms...

The engraving appears to be from the Captain James Cook's voyages, which took place between 1768 and 1779. Since it is related to Cook's expeditions and given the style of the engrav...

Plan of Ancient Jerusalem – Cornelis de Bruijn’s Engraved City View c.1698 This antique map titled Jerusalem is an intricate plan of the ancient city, richly detailed and marked wit...

Title: "The Natives of Otaheite Attacking Capt. Wallis, The First Discoverer of that Island" This engraving depicts a significant historical encounter between the natives of Tahiti ...

The prints by Neufforge depict designs for entrances. The French term "hôtel" in the 18th century referred not to a hotel as we understand it today (a place where travelers pay for l...

This print from Pierre Auguste Joseph Drapiez's 'Dictionnaire Classique des Sciences Naturelles' illustrates three types of sea snails, each rendered with meticulous attention to det...

The engraving showcases two individuals of high status from Tahiti, known historically as "Otaheite" during the period of European exploration in the Pacific. On the left is "OTOO, ...

This antique print shows a detailed view of a camp set along the Mekong River near the rapids of Keng Chan in Laos. The scene features a rocky river landscape with sharp outcrops and...

An engraving from "Portlock's New Collection of Voyages and Travels," likely dating around 1780. It depicts a scene titled "A King of Florida consulting his Magician previous to his ...

Antique map titled 'Mappa Corografica do Reino de Portugal - Chorographical map of the Kingdom of Portugal divided into its Grand Provinces.' Large map of...

This listing is an original antique engraving titled "The INSIDE of a HOUSE, in OONALASHKA." It shows an intimate scene inside a dwelling, presumably belonging to the indigenous peop...

The engraving shows two individuals labeled as "A MAN of STA CHRISTINA." and "A WOMAN of STA CHRISTINA." On the left, the man is depicted with a direct gaze, curly hair, and a strip...

The image depicts two different animals, each labeled in French: 1. **Chrysochloris aurata** - This is commonly known as the Cape golden mole. It is characterized by its cylindrical...

The engraving provided is titled "The Rejoicings of the Mexicans, at the beginning of the Age." It was included in Portlock’s "New Collection of Voyages and Travels," published in 17...

Title: "Verdant Wonders: Exotic Trees and Spices of India in De Bry's 1601 Illustration" Description: This striking 1601 engraving by Theodore de Bry, titled "IDEA LANTOR, ASSA, PIM...

Antique botanical engraving of Amomum zinziber, better known as ginger. The engraving shows various parts of the ginger plant in a detaile...

This illustration does not depict animals, but rather a variety of fungi, which are a diverse group of organisms that include yeasts, molds, and the more familiar mushrooms. They pla...

Description: The image portrays two rodent species native to Central and South America: 1. **Chloromys acuti**, likely a historical or alternate name for the agouti, which is now ...

The engraving illustrates three marine creatures: 1. **Ophiure serpent de mer** - This is likely an ophiuroid, commonly known as a brittle star. These are echinoderms, related to st...

The engraving is titled "A View in the Island of Tanna," and it was published by Alex Hogg at the King's Arms, No. 16 Paternoster Row, London. The image portrays a serene and idyllic...

Antique print titled 'Lieut General Lord Hill, K.B'. Rare, original antique print of General Rowland Hill, a British Army officer who served in the Napoleoni...

Title: "Exotic Bestiary: A 1601 de Bry Engraving of India’s Majestic Fauna" This captivating 1601 copper engraving by Theodore de Bry from his "Indiae...

This original antique engraving depicts the Arum Campanulatum, also known as the bell-shaped arum or campanulate arum. This print is hand-colored over 200 years ago. The plant is il...

Title: "ORNITHOLOGY. Div'n. Land Birds – Order 4 PICE.A. Plate VI" Description: This 19th-century ornithological print, intended as a scientific reference, features a variety of lan...

This 1724 engraving features Laurens Reaal, who served as a Governor-General of the VOC (Dutch East India Company) in the Dutch East Indies. The detailed engraving displays Reaal in ...

Great Seal of Queen Anne After Union with Scotland – Harrison c.1775 Description: This antique print depicts the Great Seal of Queen Anne after the 1707 Un...

This hand-colored engraving from the 'Dictionnaire Classique des Sciences Naturelles' presents the 'Rhododendron Arboreum', commonly known as the Tree Rhododendron. The illustration ...

Here is your catalog listing in plain text: Title: Great Seal of Queen Anne – Rapin’s History of England c.1786 Description: This antique print depicts the Great Seal of Queen Anne...

These hand-colored engravings are intricate botanical illustrations from the esteemed 'Dictionnaire Classique des Sciences Naturelles' by Pierre Auguste Joseph Drapiez, a comprehensi...

This image is a beautifully detailed handcolored engraving from 1845, featuring a series of marine invertebrates and insects. It includes eight specimens, each meticulously illustrat...

Engravings by Jean-François de Neufforge, a French architect and engraver from the 18th century. These images are part of his work "Recueil élémentaire d'architecture," an influentia...

Antique print titled 'Le Jacamar femelle, No. 48'. This print originates from "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux de Paradis et des Rolliers, Suivie de Celle des Toucans et des Barbus" by Francois Levillant. Barraband pinxt. Gremillier Sculpt. De l'Imprimerie de Rousset. Jacques Barraband (or Pierre-Paul Barraband) (1767? (baptized 1768), Aubusson (Creuse), France–1 October 1809, Lyon) was a French zoological and botanical illustrator, renowned for his lifelike renderings of tropical birds. His pictures were based on mounted specimens and his illustration was considered the most accurate ones made during the early 1800s. Barraband was born to Jacques Barraband and Marie-Anne Bebit in 1767 (or 1768) and was baptized on August 31, 1768 at the church of Sainte-Croix in Aubusson. His father worked in the local tapestry factory and the son also worked there briefly after studying art at the local school, which was famed for producing several artists of note, including Francis Roby de Faureix and Etienne de La Seiglière de La Cour. He later moved to Paris, working at tapestry and carpet stores on rue de la Huchette and studying art at l’Academie royale de peinture under Joseph-Laurent Malaine. During the French exposition of 1798, he produced some paintings for the carpet manufacturers Gobelins and Savonnerie and for the porcelain makers Dihl and Gerhard. He also made illustrations of insects for the French naturalist Sonnini and illustrated a book by Fournier on Egypt. He then produced a series of watercolours of birds...

Rare antique portrait (proof/proefdruk c.1750) titled 'Amelia, Gravinne van Solms, gemalinne van Frederik Hendrik, Prins van Oranje enz enz.'. Engraving of Amalia, Princess of Orange...

An attractive antique hand-colored print by Pierre Auguste Joseph Drapiez, depicting marine species. The English names for the species mentioned are as follows: 1. **Pristipoma piq...

The hand-colored engraving features a selection of birds, each intricately detailed and labeled in Dutch. At position 46, the "Korhoen" (or Black Grouse) is depicted, showcasing it...

Antique map titled 'Carte de l'Empire de Russie.' Drawn by R. Bonne for G. Raynal’s Atlas de Toutes les Parties Connues du Globe Terrestre, Dressé pour l'Histoire Philosophique et Po...

Ottoman Court Attendants and Soldiers – 1734 Print of Imperial Palace Figures Description: This finely executed copperplate engraving from 1734 presents four detailed portraits of f...

Antique map, titled: 'Afbeelding der Oude Stad Rhodus (…).' - Sheet with 3 bird's eye plans of Rhodes, Greece. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Olf...

Title: Birth and Naming Rituals of the Banians – Antique 1734 Engraving of Indian Customs Description: This rare and evocative copperplate engraving, published in 1734 as part of 'T...

Antique print titled 'Kleding der Tonkiners'. Old print of the clothing/dress of the Tonkin people, Vietnam. This print originates from 'Hedendaagsche Historie, of tegenwoordige staa...

Copenhagen (Kiöbenhaven) Map with City View – Antique German Atlas Print, 1844 This finely detailed antique map titled 'Copenhagen (Kiöbenhaven)' presents a historical view of Denma...

Shaivite Brahmin Reading Scriptures – Sonnerat Engraving, India, Paris 1806 This engraving titled Brame de la Secte de Chiven (Brahmin of the Sect of Shiva) is plate number 11 from ...

Nawab in Palanquin Procession – Sonnerat Indian Engraving, Paris 1806 This impressive engraving, titled Nabab, allant à la Promenade dans un Palanquin (Nawab going for a walk in a p...