Engraved Wall Decorations

"Justice and Diversity in the Early Modern World" Description: This detailed engraving presents a vivid tableau in two distinct parts, each illustrating significant cultural and hi...

Historic 1806 Shiva and Vishnu Harihara Antique Print - Hindu Deity Engraving Description: This exquisite antique print, titled "Chiven et Vichenou, sous le nom de Singara narainen,...

Sir William Jones – Judge of the Supreme Court of Bengal – European Mag. c.1795 This finely executed antique engraving depicts Sir William Jones (1746-1794), renowned British philol...

Views of Funchal and Fort Loo, Madeira – Hand-Colored Print from Bertuch, c.1800 This original hand-colored engraving features two finely detailed views of Madeira Island, from Frie...

Whirling Dervish, Indian Dervish, and Turkish Devotion – Engraving, 1723 This striking copperplate engraving from 1723 presents four finely detailed figures representing spiritual d...

19th-Century Lithograph of Domestic Cats in Playful and Nurturing Scenes --- Description: This charming 19th-century lithograph presents a delightful study of the domestic cat ...

Title: 1806 Engraving: Vishnu's Cosmic Repose on Serpent Ananta in Hindu Mythology Description: This serene antique print, titled Vichenou, Couché sur le Serpent Abychen (or Adysech...

The image is a colored print depicting a "Lady of Quality in Burgundy in 1577," as indicated by the title below the illustration. The lady is dressed in a fashion typical of the late...

Renaissance Youth in Green Cloak and Pink Tunic, circa 15th Century Plate No. 91 from the influential 1845 publication Costumes Historiques des XIIIe, XIVe et XVe Siècles captures a...

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 ...

Title: Baroque Levade Horse Training Engraving after Newcastle, circa 1700 Description: This rare and highly decorative original equestrian engraving originates from Des Welt-berühm...

Optica View Amsterdam Hogesluis & Amstel Locks, Basset Paris c.1770 This is a finely engraved and hand-colored optica view titled Vue de l’ecluse d’Amstel regardant par le dehors d’...

Deathbed of Frederik Hendrik, Prince of Orange, circa 1647–1650 – Historic Dutch Engraving This remarkable and moving antique engraving depicts the final moments of Frederik Hendrik...

Inhabitants of Quito, South America, from Middleton's Geography, 1777 This antique engraving, titled 'Inhabitants of Quito', was produced for Charles Theodore Middleton's 'A Complet...

Title: Marriage and Infant Rituals among the Mexicans, Engraving from 1734 Description: This richly detailed 18th-century copperplate engraving, published in 1723, offers a fascinat...

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...

Optica View of Batavia Castle Church Courtyard, Indonesia, c.1770 This is an original 18th-century hand-coloured optical print depicting the inner courtyard of Batavia Castle (Kaste...

Indian Widow by a River – Sonnerat Voyage Engraving, Paris Edition of 1806 This compelling engraving titled 'Veuve Indienne' (Indian Widow) is plate number 6 from Collection de Plan...

Tomb of William the Silent in Delft Nieuwe Kerk – c.1840 Engraving Description: This elegant antique engraving depicts the monumental tomb of William the Silent, also known as Willi...

The Rich Glutton and Lazarus Engraving – Luke XVI Biblical Scene 1735 This antique engraving depicts the parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus from the Gospel of Luke, Chapter 16, pub...

This engraving, created by T. Bonnor in 1768, depicts a harrowing scene of 'women on an island in the Strait of Magellan' resisting capture or death at the hands of Dutch pirates und...

Title: Roman Ritual Vessels & Antiquities Engraving, Montfaucon 1721 Description: This refined early eighteenth-century copper engraving originates from Bernard de Montfaucon’s cele...

Title: 1757 Engraving of Inuit & Indigenous Peoples – Hudson Bay & Arctic Canoe Scene Description: This rare 1757 antique copperplate engraving presents two fascinating scenes depicting Indigenous life in Arctic Canada, focusing on the Inuit and other First Nations communities in the Hudson Bay region. Originally published in *Histoire Générale des Voyages*, the engraving provides an invaluable visual record of daily life, survival techniques, and traditional dwellings. The top illustration, titled 'Un Esquimau dans son Canot', depicts an Inuit paddling a sleek, narrow kayak through choppy waters, showcasing the remarkable boat-making skills of the Arctic peoples. The kayak, designed for hunting and efficient travel, is shown in its traditional form, reflecting centuries of adaptation to harsh northern environments. The bottom illustration, 'Esquimaux du côté du Nord-Ouest de la Baie de Hudson', portrays a male and female Inuit figure standing near an igloo, a crucial form of temporary winter shelter. The man holds a bow and arrows, symbolizing subsistence hunting, while the woman carries a small child. In the background, additional Indigenous dwellings, including conical tipis, suggest the presence of other First Nations groups living near the Hudson Bay coastline. The detailed hatching and shading techniques used in the engraving bring out the textures of clothing, landscapes, and architectural features, making this a historically and artistically significant piece. As an early European representation of Arctic Indigenous culture, it holds great value for collectors of ethnographic art, Canadian history, and antique travel prints...

Vue du Port de Dieppe – Hand-Colored Optical Print, Paris circa 1790 Description: This engaging and finely hand-colored optical print titled 'Vue du Port de Dieppe' offers a vivid 1...

Very decorative antique map of Chili published by W. Blaeu, 1658. This map depicts Chile from Copiapo southward to the island of Chiloé with ships and sea monsters adorning the sea. ...

Title: Antique Architectural Engraving by Serlio from Montfaucon, Paris 1721 Description: This finely engraved architectural study plate originates from Bernard de Montfaucon’s cele...

Title: Christ Turns Water into Wine Engraving – John II Wedding at Cana c.1735 Description: This finely detailed antique engraving titled “Christ turneth water into wine” illustrate...

Title: Jesus Christ Engraving – John XIV I Am the Way c.1735 Description: This serene antique engraving titled “Our Saviour Jesus Christ” references St. John Chapter XIV, Verse 6, w...

Paul to Timothy Engraving – St. Paul Foretells Death & Martyrdom c.1735 Description: This powerful antique engraving titled “The II Epistle of St. Paul to Timothy” depicts the Apost...

Optica View The Hague Prinsegracht, Basset c.1770 Hand-Colored Engraving This is a beautifully engraved and hand-colored optical print titled *Vue perspective du Chateau du Prince G...

Optica View The Hague Petit Voorhout Promenade, Basset c.1770 This is a finely engraved and hand-colored optical print titled *Vue du petit Voorhout une des promenades de la Haye pr...

Antique print titled 'Eauweck, capitale de Camboye'. Decorative panoramic view of the town of Longvek (or Lavek) in Cambodia. It was the second capital city during the Cambodia's Mid...

Title: 18th Century Ethnological Engravings of Peruvians and Ecuadorians Description: These two 18th-century engravings, printed in 1756, are detailed depictions of the social and cultural life in Peru and Ecuador during the colonial era. Created by Quentin-Pierre Chedel (1705–1762), they are part of Histoire générale des voyages by Antoine François Prévost, a monumental collection that documented the world's exploration and cultural encounters. First Engraving (Residents of Peru): This print illustrates the residents of Lima, Peru, highlighting the various social classes and ethnic groups present in the region during the colonial period. The detailed engraving captures: A. Femme de Lima en Habit de Ville – A woman from Lima in formal city dress, representing the elite of society. B. Femme en Habit de Ménage – A woman in household dress, typical of a middle or upper-class domestic attire. C. Espagnol vêtu comme on l’est au Pérou – A Spanish man dressed as one would in Peru, showing the influence of Spanish colonial fashion on local attire. D. Mulatresse – A woman of mixed African and European descent, reflecting the diverse ethnic makeup of colonial Peru. E. Nègre Domestique – A domestic servant of African descent, showcasing the role of enslaved individuals in colonial households. The scene is set in a lush, natural landscape, with attention to the differences in social standing and attire. Second Engraving (Residents of Quito, Ecuador): The second engraving, although similar in style, depicts residents of Quito, Ecuador, and provides an ethnological view of the city’s diverse inhabitants. The composition shows: 1. Espagnole de Quito – A Spanish woman of high status, dressed elegantly, representing the colonial upper class in Quito. 2. Indienne de Distinction – An Indigenous woman of notable status, likely representing the local nobility or important community figures. 3. Barbier Indien – An Indigenous barber, reflecting the occupational diversity and social roles of the Indigenous population in colonial society. 4. Métive de Quito – A Métis woman from Quito, showing the mixed-race population that emerged during the colonial era. 5. Paysan Indien – An Indigenous farmer, indicating the essential role of agriculture and rural labor in the economy of colonial Ecuador. 6. Indienne du Commun – A common Indigenous woman, dressed in traditional attire, representing the majority of the Indigenous population. Like the first engraving, this print captures the varied ethnic and social dynamics in a colonial society, with figures placed in a landscape setting, emphasizing the connection between people and their environment. These engravings are not only artistic representations but also important historical records of colonial Latin America...

Engraved Portrait of King William I of the Netherlands after J.W. Pieneman, by B. Taurel Description: This is a highly detailed 19th-century engraved portrait of King William I of t...

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 ...

Renaissance Italian Figures: Pages, Cavalier, and Cardinal in Costume This fine trio of hand-colored lithographs offers a vivid look into the richly layered visual world of Italian ...

Portuguese Dressage & Piaffe Engravings — Classical Horsemanship, 1790 This elegant set of three antique copperplate engravings originates from the celebrated Portuguese equestrian ...

Optica Print of Joseph Sold by His Brothers to the Ishmaelites, circa 1770 – Hand-Colored Biblical Engraving This vibrant hand-colored *vue d’optique*, titled "Josephum fratres vend...

Title: Antique Hand-Colored Engraving of The Pipit or Small Lark by Eleazar Albin, circa 1730 Description: This delicate antique hand-colored engraving depicts The Pipit or Small La...

Title: Mecha in Arabia – Engraving by Gaspar Bouttats after Jan Peeters, Antwerp, circa 1680 Description: This copperplate engraving depicts a detailed view of Mecca in Arabia, h...

Antique 1845 Hand-Colored Print of a Medieval Spearman in Colorful Tunic and Tights This vivid hand-colored engraving from 1845 depicts a medieval spearman or soldier poised in a dy...

Antique Shell Print of Sumatran Snails – Helicarion, Pupina, Melania c.1887 Description: This elegant 19th-century lithograph depicts various Sumatran molluscs and was published cir...

Antique Hand-Colored Engraving of the Water Wagtail by Eleazar Albin, circa 1730 This graceful antique hand-colored engraving depicts the Water Wagtail, titled Motacilla Alba, from ...

19th-Century Lithograph of the Puma and Cheetah in Graceful Stances This exquisite 19th-century lithograph showcases two remarkable big cats: the cougar, or puma (De Couguar of puma), and the cheetah, referred to as the "tiger wolf" (De Tijgerwolf of Gepard). Originally published in *De Zoogdieren: afgebeeld en in hunne levenswijze geschetst*, this illustration captures the physical differences between these two agile predators with remarkable accuracy. The puma (Puma concolor), also known as the mountain lion, is native to the Americas, ranging from Canada to Patagonia. Unlike other big cats, pumas lack the ability to roar, making them more closely related to smaller feline species. They are solitary hunters known for their stealth and adaptability to various terrains, from dense forests to arid deserts. The cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus...

Austrian Folk Couple: Elegant Regency Costume from 1808 This charming hand-colored engraving, published by J. Murray of Albemarle Street, London, in 1808, is plate 29 from a renow...

Costumed Courtly Ritual and Power – King and Angel in 15th-Century Splendor This vivid hand-colored engraving, published in 1845 as part of the celebrated series Costumes Historique...

Frédéric Duc d’Urbin in Ceremony – Renaissance Portrait of Power and Learning This exquisite hand-colored print, numbered MCCCC No.78, portrays Frédéric Duc d’Urbin (Federico da Mon...

Title: 19th-Century Engraving of Sailboats in a Bustling Harbor, Possibly Victoria Harbour Description: This captivating 19th-century engraving depicts a serene yet active mariti...

Antique print titled 'Tracht der Indianer von Mechoacon' Original antique steel engraving showing the costumes of natives of Michoacan, Mexico...

1779 View of Onrust Island Near Batavia with VOC Shipyard Activity This hand-colored copper engraving, published in 1779, presents a vivid maritime scene titled Het Eiland Onrust, n...

Antique print titled 'Tableau de la Partie de Batavia, ou s'est fait proprement le terrible Massacre des Chinois (..)'. Original antique print of the Batavia massacre. The 1740 Batav...

Botanical Trio with Butterflies – From Nicolaas Meerburgh’s 'Afbeeldingen van Zeldzaame Gewassen' This elegant trio of hand-colored botanical prints, featuring delicately illustrate...

Noble Grace and Martial Power: Italian Aristocrats and a French Knight Description: This exquisite set of three hand-colored costume prints from 1845 brings together the elegance of...

Antique print titled 'Didoos Dood - La Mort de Didon'. Dido's death; the queen lying on a pyre, dressed in peasant clothes. A fantastic Dutch Burlesque. From a series of thirty-one unnumbered plates after Cornelis Troost. The series was begun in 1754 with three prints by Punt and Tanjé; between 1757 and 1764 twenty-nine plates...

Cardinal, Commoner, and Florentine Noble in 15th-Century Italian Costume This set of three beautifully hand-colored costume prints captures the diverse social spectrum of Renaissanc...

Knights and Devotion: Rhodes Knight, Monk, and Artist in Costume Description: This striking trio of hand-colored lithographs offers a powerful contrast between martial valor, religi...

Two religious images on one sheet titled 'De straf met het Zwaard' and 'De Straf der Verbranding'. Punishment with the sword and fire. This print depicts religious punishments and or...

Mark Catesby (British, 1683-1749) Framed Trio of Fish Engraving. These 18th Century engravings originated from Catesby's publication, 'The Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and t...

Antique map of Washington, D.C. carefully hand colored bringing warmth and charm to the engraving. This map features the city's distinguished layout as designed by urban planner Pie...

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...