Three Antique Hudson River Valley Style Colored Etchings by W.H Bartlett

Antique Engraving of the Military School at West Point, NY, c. 1850 This antique engraving beautifully depicts the prestigious United States Military Academy at West Point, New York...

Historic Engraving of Newburgh, NY with Hudson River View, c. 1850 This antique engraving beautifully captures a mid-19th-century view of Newburgh, New York, nestled along the sceni...

Three Dogs – Antique Etching by Samuel Howitt from 'Miscellaneous Etchings', 1812 This charming early 19th-century etching by Samuel Howitt (1756–1822) depicts three dogs in a momen...

Two antique colored etchings / prints featuring birds eye maple frame and reverse painted glass borders. One scene features four children playing war with a blue coated general lead...

Three 18th century hand colored engravings of parrot specimens as depicted by Peter Brown, an artist and naturalist, working in London England. Originally published in 1776 in a foli...

Historical group of three 18th century hand colored engravings, including two aquatic French images and an ornithological German image, all from the original folios. Presented in woo...

Antique print titled 'Gestreifter Borstenigel (..) -Langohriger Igel (..) - Europaïscher Igel (..)'. Original antique print of three hedgehog species. This print originates from 'Nat...

Etching of Rolandseck and the Rhine river, Germany. Rolandseck is a borough of Remagen in Rhineland-Palatinate. Etching signed, artists unknown. Published ...

Title: Der Reiher aus der Hudsons-Bay - Hand-Colored Engraving of the Hudson Bay Heron by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Century This exquisite hand-colored engraving, titled 'Der Reiher aus der Hudsons-Bay', depicts the Hudson Bay Heron (Ardea stellaris Canadensis), showcasing the bird’s distinct plumage and posture with vibrant precision. Created by Johann Michael Seligmann, a renowned German engraver and illustrator, this piece belongs to his influential series *Sammlung verschiedener ausländischer und seltener Vögel* (Collection of Various Foreign and Rare Birds). Seligmann’s work adapted the illustrations of eminent naturalists, including George Edwards, bringing these images to a German audience while preserving both scientific detail and aesthetic charm. The plate, numbered "Tab. XXXI," captures the heron standing elegantly, with finely rendered feather patterns and delicate coloring that highlight Seligmann’s attention to detail. The botanical element at the bird’s feet, along with the French title *Le Butor de la Baye de Hudson*, adds context to the species' natural environment. This engraving, with its Latin nomenclature, reflects the era’s fascination with exotic fauna and is a wonderful example of 18th-century ornithological artistry. Perfect for collectors of historical natural history illustrations or enthusiasts of rare avian artwork, this piece embodies Seligmann’s artistic legacy. His engravings remain highly collectible for their combination of scientific accuracy and visual beauty, making this print an exceptional addition to any antique print collection.

Vivid color and intricate design are the focal points of this aquatint colored etching print numbered 2 of 4. Signed I.P.I.