Engraved Wall Decorations

The sheet contains three separate engravings, each depicting a different scene: 1. Top Engraving: "Mr. Banks receiving a Visit from the King of Duke of York's Island" - This eng...

Exotic Bounty: The Spice Lands of the East Indies The engraving depicts scenes from the East Indies, not the West Indies, which was a common point of confusion in historical texts d...

Antique bird print titled 'The Jacobine Pidgeon'. Original antique print of a jacobin pigeon. This print originates from 'A Supplement to the Natural History of Birds illustrated wit...

An etching by James Gillray, published in London by Hannah Humphrey in 1804, and hand-colored. This work belongs to the satirical medical series in which Gillray criticizes the extre...

An original antique hand-colored engraving featuring three different species of animals, each labeled in both Latin and French: 1. **Sus scrofa** - Commonly known as the wild boar. ...

Hand-Colored Engravings that were published in the 1819 sixth edition of "Getreue Darstellung und Beschreibung der in der Arzenykunde gebrauchlichen Gewächse" by Friedrich Gottlob Ha...

A fine antique set of two Italian Neoclassical engravings from Antonio Lafreri's edition in 1553, copied from the original engravings of Polidoro da Caravaggio (1499 – 1543). These f...

Title: 'Snowballing' by Edouard Frère, Published in *The Illustrated London News*, 1876 Description: This lively and detailed illustration by Edouard Frère, titled *Snowballing*, ca...

These two lithographs depict various species of monkeys, presented in a naturalistic and detailed manner, created by Carel Christiaan Antony Last for Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's *Volled...

Title: The International Rifle Match Between American and Irish Teams, Dollymount, 1875 Description: This vibrant 1875 illustration, taken from the *Illustrated London News*, depict...

These two lithographs depict various species of tamarins and lemurs, drawn by Carel Christiaan Antony Last for Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's *Volledige Natuurlijke Historie der Zoogdieren...

This image showcases two lithographs of primates, drawn by Carel Christiaan Antony Last for Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's *Volledige Natuurlijke Historie der Zoogdieren* (1836). These det...

Work from Charles Pertusier's Atlas des promenades pittoresques dans Constantinople et sur les rives du Bosphore, published in 1817. This significant work provides picturesque view...

Title: *Eisfest* by E. Heilemann (Ice Festival) Description: This colorful illustration by E. Heilemann, titled *Eisfest* (Ice Festival), depicts a lively winter scene of revelers e...

These two lithographs are part of a series depicting Aboriginal people from Australia, originally drawn by the artist Nicolas-Martin Petit during the expeditions of French explorer N...

These two lithographs depict individuals of African descent, specifically focusing on the physical characteristics of people of the *Negro* race and the *Bosjesmannen* (Bushmen), as ...

This lithograph, created by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, depicts an individual named Maxuruna, who appears to belong to an indigenous group, from South America, based on the adornments and...

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...

Antique map titled 'Nieuwe en Naukeurige Kaart der Gantsche bekende Werreld.' A double hemisphere world map. Four allegorical figures in the c...

Two images on one sheet. The first image is titled 'Prédicateur Japonais - Japansche Predikant', it shows a Japanese Minister. The second image is titled 'Chaise à Porteurs du Japon ...

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 hand-colored copperplate engraving by Robert Benard, part of the *Histoire Naturelle* from the *Encyclopédie Méthodique* (circa 1790), features four species of birds, all repres...

Lovely custom framed 19th century botanical engravings from "Sowerby's English Botany, or, Coloured Figures of British Plants". Sowerby was a famous English naturalist, illustrator a...

Title: Exotic Pigeons of the World: Hand-Colored Engravings from the Seligmann Edition, After George Edwards’ Natural History This set of three beautifully detailed hand-colored eng...

This print, titled "Reptiles and Insects of Various Parts of the World," is an 18th-century engraved work issued around 1778 in London for Middleton. It features an array of meticulo...

Title: Ortolans from Martinet’s *Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux* (1780) The two exquisite prints are from the renowned Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux, part of the monumental natural...

The image is an original steel engraving of Somerset House, a large Neoclassical building situated on the south side of the Strand in central London. The engraving was drawn by Tomb...

Antique map titled 'Les Isles Philippines, celle de Formose, le Sud de la Chine, les Royaumes de Tunkin, de Cochinchine, de Cambode, de Siam des Laos, avec partie de Pegu et D'Ava'. ...

This lithograph, by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, is labeled "Bewoners van Noordwest-Amerika" (Inhabitants of Northwest America). It depicts two individuals from indigenous groups likely li...

Antique Botanical Engraving of Pokeweed (Phytolacca) - 1803 Floral Print by Samuel Curtis Description: This engraving is from "The Botanic...

The print features a collection of marine gastropod mollusks, more commonly known as snails, each with distinctive shell shapes and ornamentations: 1. **Cérith (Cerithium)**: This i...

This original old hand-coloured antique print depicts Sagittaria Sagittifolia, known as "arrowhead." It originates from the botanical work "Naauwkeurige Beschryving der Aardgewassen"...

This is anexquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving by Robert Benard from the *Histoire Naturelle*, part of the *Encyclopédie Méthodique*, published around 1790. The illustration ...

Botanical Engraving of Tithymalus Aiz Arbor from Caspar Commelin’s Work, 1706 This engraving is possibly a botanical illustration from Caspar Commelin's "Praeludia Botanica," publis...

Aloe Afric Humilis Botanical Engraving from Caspar Commelin’s Work, 1706 This engraving is possibly a botanical illustration from Caspar Commelin's "Praeludia Botanica," published i...

An engraving titled "Sandwich" by the British artist William Henry Bartlett, engraved by E. Challis in 1841. It depicts a view of the town of Sandwich in Kent, which is one of the Ci...

This print depicts the Antwerp warship Fin de la guerre, a massive vessel constructed during the Siege of Antwerp (1584-1585). It is a copperplate-engraved oblique profile of the D...

Botanical Engraving of Aloe Afric Erecta from Caspar Commelin's Work, 1706 This engraving is likely a botanical illustration from Caspar Commelin's "Praeludia Botanica," published i...

African Aloe Botanical Engraving from Caspar Commelin’s "Horti Medici Amstelaedamensis," 1706 This engraving is possibly a botanical illustration from Caspar Commelin's "Praeludia B...

This hand-colored copperplate engraving by Robert Benard, part of the *Histoire Naturelle* from the *Encyclopédie Méthodique*, circa 1790, showcases four striking bird species. Each ...

This hand-colored engraving titled "Madagascar - Incendie d’un Village de Chahary" (Burning of a Village in Chahary, Madagascar) depicts a dramatic and intense scene in which a villa...

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...

This hand-colored copperplate engraving by Robert Benard, part of the *Histoire Naturelle* from the *Encyclopédie Méthodique*, circa 1790, depicts four distinct species of birds labe...

This image is an intricate frontispiece from a book by Jacques Barozzi de Vignole, known as Vignola, an influential 16th-century Italian architect who was one of the great architect ...

These set of original antique engravings are from Bernard de Montfaucon's "L'Antiquité expliquée et représentée en figures" (Antiquity Explained and Represented in Figures), which is a comprehensive collection of engravings illustrating various aspects of ancient life. This work was a significant contribution to the study of antiquity in the early 18th century. The specific volume these images are taken from likely deals with artifacts such as lamps, which were common in burial practices and other rituals of ancient cultures. This collage features two pages from the 18th-century publication just mentioned, displaying a series of intricately detailed engravings of ancient lamps...

The engraving depicts the assault and capture of the Danish fortress Friderichsodde (now known as Fredericia) located on the island of Fyn. The scene, captured on October 24, 1657, vividly illustrates the Swedish main army's takeover under the command of General Carl Gustaf Wrangel. This historical event is meticulously documented in the artwork, which showcases not only the military action but also the strategic landscape and fortifications characteristic of the time. Erik Jönsson Graf von Dahlberg, the artist behind this work, was a prominent Swedish field marshal, architect, and fortress builder. Born in 1625 and passing in 1703, Dahlberg's contributions to military and architectural fields were significant. He was renowned for his detailed and artistically valuable drawings which served as the basis for large-scale copperplate engravings. These engravings are of substantial topographical and architectural historical importance as they provide a detailed visual account of Swedish territories during the era. In 1661, Dahlberg began work on his magnum opus—a comprehensive geographical and historical depiction of Swedish territories, which received royal privileges. His journey in 1667-1668 to Paris for the engraving of the initial plates reflects the international scope and ambition of his project. However, the work was intermittently paused when Dahlberg was tasked in 1674 with overseeing all Swedish fortress constructions, a role that significantly impacted his career and works. The project resumed and was published in 1684, highlighting a significant period of Swedish history and military achievements under his visual documentation. MORE ABOUT THE BATTLE: The image is an intricate engraving depicting a battle scene. Based on the details and the text in the cartouche, the scene illustrates a significant historical battle involving Prussian forces. The presence of multiple ships and extensive fortifications suggests a combined land and naval engagement. Key Features in the Engraving: 1. Land Battle: The forefront of the image shows numerous troops, artillery pieces, and cavalry in action, depicting the intensity and scale of the land combat. 2. Naval Elements: Ships in the background indicate that this battle had a naval component, which would have been crucial for controlling trade routes or strategic waterways. 3. Fortifications: Extensive fortifications, including bastions and protective walls, suggest a well-defended location, possibly a city or a significant stronghold. Historical Context: From the text, it appears the battle involves "Prinz Heinrich," referring to Prince Henry of Prussia, who was an influential military leader during the reign of his brother, Frederick the Great. Under Frederick’s rule, Prussia engaged in several key conflicts, including the Seven Years' War (1756-1763), which saw major battles across Europe and involved complex alliances. Given the level of detail and the era suggested by the style of ships and fortifications, the battle was of the significant engagements during the Seven Years' War, where Prince Henry played a critical role. His campaigns often involved maneuvering to protect Prussia from multiple fronts, including naval engagements in the Baltic. Interpretation: This engraving serves not only as a historical document but also as a piece of propaganda, likely glorifying the prowess and strategic capabilities of the Prussian military...

"The Graceful Sentinel: The Crane" Description: This beautifully hand-colored copperplate engraving from the closing years of the 18th century is a part of the celebrated series by ...

Antique Botanical Engraving of Dyer's Alkanet and Primrose Varieties - 1803 Floral Print by Samuel Curtis This engraving is from "The Bota...

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...

Circus Flaminius, Rome – Antique Engraving after Jan Goeree, 1704 This detailed early 18th-century engraving presents a reconstruction of the Circus Flaminius, one of the great publ...

Original antique print of six dog breeds. No. 1. Wilder Hund aus Cayenne. - No. 2. Der große Wolfshund. - No. 3. und 4. Der grosse Russische Hund [vermutlich...

Description of the Plants in the three original engravings on offer: 1. Asarum europaeum (Common Name: European Wild Ginger) - This engraving depicts Asarum europaeum, commonly k...

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...

Title: "Canis Cruciger: The Cross-Bearing Canine" The text on the print refers to the creators of the image: - "D. Hermann Fil. pinx Argent" likely indicates "D. Hermann Fil. (Fili...

Three botanical engravings 1. Sisymbrium sophia (Common Name: Flixweed) - This engraving depicts *Sisymbrium sophia*, commonly known as Flixweed. It is an annual plant native to ...

The illustration features the species labeled as "Physeter microcephalus Linn.," historically referred to with this name but now known commonly as the sperm whale. This depiction, given its accuracy and detail, was likely part of an educational or scientific series aimed at documenting various marine species. Description of the Illustration The sperm whale is depicted with notable attention to its distinct body shape and features, such as the large, block-shaped head which is characteristic of the species. The coloration is muted, reflecting the typical dark grey to black hues of the sperm whale. The background includes a detailed portrayal of a rocky underwater seascape with algae and other marine plants, suggesting the deep ocean habitats where these whales are typically found. The surface and spray around the whale add a dynamic element, capturing the moment of the whale at or near the surface. This hand-colored engraving combines precise line work with subtle coloring, a technique that enhances the scientific utility of the piece while also providing aesthetic appeal. Description: Venture into the mysterious world of the deep sea with this striking 18th to 19th-century illustration of the sperm whale, historically referred to as Physeter microcephalus. This piece is from the distinguished series "Die Säugthiere in Abbildungen nach der Natur, mit Beschreibungen," known for its precise and detailed natural history illustrations. This entry aims to highlight the illustration's value as a work of art and a piece of scientific heritage, appealing to a broad audience interested in natural history, marine biology, and antique scientific illustrations...

Original antique print of a beaver. This engraved print originates from a very rare unknown Dutch work. The plates are similar to the plates in the famous German work: ‘Bilderbuch fu...

This is an 18th-century engraving depicting a nautical scene with dramatic action. The image shows two sailing ships in a state of distress near a rocky coastline, with the central s...

This original antique engraving features a pair of Dippers, also known as water ouzels, which are small, stout, aquatic songbirds. This print from Prideaux John Selby's "Illustration...

Ascetic Practices of Brahmins: Rituals of Penance and Spiritual Authority Information about the Maker and the Work: This engraving is a work by Bernard Picart, created in 1721. Ber...