Engraved Wall Decorations

French Line Infantry Soldier 1795, Napoleonic Uniform Print – Vernet This finely hand-colored 19th-century print depicts a soldier of the French Line Infantry (Infanterie de Ligne) ...

Lusitanorum Regum Icones – Complete Kings of Portugal Table, Rome c.1700 This complete multi-sheet engraved series titled “Lusitanorum Regum Icones, Ordine Temporum Expositae” presents a learned dynastic overview of the Kings of Portugal, conceived as a single monumental historical table rather than as individual portrait prints. Engraved in Rome around 1700, the sheets were designed to be assembled into a large rectangular composition, following a consistent architectural framework of laurel-wreathed medallions, crowned rulers, and extensive Latin historical texts. The series traces the Portuguese monarchy from its early medieval origins through successive dynasties to the reigning rulers of the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries. Each portrait is accompanied by a concise Latin account of the ruler’s reign, situating the individual within a continuous historical narrative. As with other contemporary dynastic tables, several medallions are intentionally left blank, an original feature indicating that the work was conceived as an open-ended genealogy, allowing space for future sovereigns to be added. These blank medallions are integral to the original design and confirm the set’s completeness as issued. The engravings are executed in refined Roman burin technique, with dense concentric background lines, carefully modeled facial features, and rich ornamental foliage framing each portrait. The overall composition belongs to the European scholarly tradition of comparative royal genealogies, produced for an educated international audience interested in history, legitimacy, and the continuity of royal power. Closely related in conception and execution to contemporary tables of emperors and foreign dynasties, this Portuguese series reflects the same intellectual ambition and visual authority. When assembled as intended, the sheets form a visually commanding rectangular wall table, particularly suited to a library, study, or institutional interior. Complete surviving sets are uncommon; most examples encountered today are fragmentary or dispersed. Offered here is a full, intact set as issued, making it an important and decorative historical object for collectors of Iberian history, early modern genealogy, or large-scale engraved wall works. Condition report: Complete multi-sheet set. Overall good condition with light age toning and occasional staining, primarily in the margins. Plates well printed with clear impressions. No losses to engraved image areas. Blank medallions original to the design. Framing tips: Can be framed as a single reconstructed rectangular composition for strong visual impact, or as aligned sheets in a grid. Particularly effective with wide light mounts and a dark or gilt wood frame in a classical library or study setting. Technique: Copper engraving Maker: Nicolas Dorigny, Rome, circa 1700–1705 Keywords: Portugal history, Kings of Portugal, Lusitanian monarchy, Portuguese royalty, dynastic table, genealogical chart, royal portraits, early modern history, Roman engraving...

This evocative 18th-century engraving titled "Sir Walter Raleigh Beheaded in Old Palace Yard" illustrates the somber and historical execution of Sir Walter Raleigh, one of the most celebrated figures of the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras...

Egypt is governed under a Pacha, who is nominated by the Porte, and who usually resides at Grand Cairo; by twenty-four Beys; who form a divan, of which the Pacha, who has also the ti...

Rare Antique Rhinoceros Engraving, Buffon Hand-Coloured Print Amsterdam 1769 Description: This striking 18th-century engraving of the Indian rhinoceros, titled Le Rhinoceros, comes from the Dutch edition of Buffon’s monumental natural history, published in Amsterdam by J.H. Schneider in 1769. Appearing as Plate VII in Tome XI, this is one of the most dramatic and desirable mammal plates in the entire series. The image was drawn by Jacques de Sève, the principal artist for Buffon’s Histoire Naturelle, and engraved by C.J. Fritsch, whose finely controlled linework captures the heavy folds, armour-like hide, and distinctive single horn of Rhinoceros unicornis with remarkable accuracy. Buffon’s description of the rhinoceros reflected the 18th century’s growing scientific curiosity about exotic species, and this plate reflects that fascination. The animal is shown standing solidly on a grassy bank against a pale sky and rocky cliff, a composition that emphasises both its mass and its rarity. De Sève’s rendering combines scientific observation with something of the romance and wonder that natural history imagery held for Enlightenment audiences. The armour-plated skin is depicted in sculptural relief through subtle cross-hatching, while carefully applied hand colouring enhances the deep greys, browns, and dusty pinks of the hide and landscape. As with all Schneider-edition plates, the colouring is richer, more transparent, and more refined than in many other continental versions of Buffon. This engraving is an excellent example of 18th-century copperplate technique. The plate mark is clearly visible, the impression strong, and the proportions generous, with wide margins characteristic of the Amsterdam edition. The sheet forms a beautiful standalone artwork but also pairs exceptionally well with other large-format Buffon subjects such as the elephant, camel, or buffalo plates...

Title: Vibrant 1805 Handcolored Engraving of Tropical Birds from Bertuch's "Bilderbuch für Kinder" Description: This vibrant handcolored engraving from 1805 features six tropical ...

Rideau Canal Locks and Haliburton’s Residence – Pair of 19th Century Canadian Views This attractive pair of antique steel engravings presents two contrasting scenes from 19th-centur...

A charming pair of 18th-century oval stipple engravings, depicting elegant rural scenes after the celebrated English painter George Morland (1763–1804). The engravings are titled “Ru...

Long-Nosed Surgeonfish – Antique Hand-Colored Fish Engraving, Nodder c.1794 This finely detailed hand-colored engraving depicts a long-nosed surgeonfish, shown in lateral profile an...

Title: Knight of the Holy Virgin Mary in Winter Attire: 18th-Century Engraving Description: This captivating hand-colored engraving features a "Ritter der heiligen Jungfrau Maria in...

Pair of Hand-Colored Botanical Engravings of Garden Flowers, London 1828 Description: This beautifully preserved pair of early 19th-century botanical engravings exemplifies the arti...

A charming pair of 19th-century miniature artworks, a portrait and a scenery, beautifully presented in substantial circular ebonized wooden frames with decorative brass beaded bezels...

Pair of 18th Century Albertus Seba coloured serpent engravings (double folio). A pair of engravings with hand colouring from Albertus Seba’s (blog article here) very rare publicatio...

Antique print titled 'Abbildung der Statt Rom/wie sie von Romulo anfänge - Von Italia'. Woodcut of ancient Rome. This print originates from Munster's Cosmographia, one of the most in...

Antique Moth Pair Xylina Lambda Ortholithia Sepp Brants 1905 Handcolor This refined matching pair of antique moth engravings originates from Parts 7–8 of...

This hand-colored engraving, titled "Avis mellivora major rubra macroura" (Large Red Long-Tailed Hummingbird) and "Avis mellivora minor fulva" (Small Brown Hummingbird), depicts two ...

Set of Four De Bry Botanical Engravings of Exotic Spices and Plants, c.1598 – Cinnamon, Aloe, and Aromatics of the Indies A fine and complete set of four original copper engravings ...

Antique print titled 'The Everingham Short Horned Prize Cow'. Aquatint of prize cattle. Engraved by J.Harris after a painting by W.H. Davis. It is inscribed below the image 'Bred by Sir Charles R. Tempest, Bart. of Broughton Hall...

This image is an exquisite hand-colored engraving from the "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux," a seminal work published between 1765 and 1780. The artist behind this detailed work is F...

Decorative Botanical Engraving of Sedum & Succulent Plants, 1737 Description: An original 18th-century botanical plate from Johann Wilhelm Weinmann’s celebrated “Phytanthoza Iconographia,” one of the most ambitious and visually striking botanical publications of the early 18th century. This finely detailed plate, numbered 93, depicts several varieties of Sedum and related succulent plants, including stonecrop and houseleek. The plants are presented with remarkable botanical detail, showing fleshy leaves, flowering stems, delicate blossoms and exposed root systems. Soft shades of green, yellow and pink give the composition an especially decorative quality. Johann Wilhelm Weinmann (1683–1741) was a German apothecary and botanist. His monumental “Phytanthoza Iconographia,” published in Regensburg between 1737 and 1745, contained more than 1,000 botanical plates and was particularly innovative for its use of color printing combined with hand finishing. The illustrations are today admired both as important works of botanical documentation and as highly decorative examples of 18th-century natural history illustration. Artist / Maker: Johann Wilhelm Weinmann (1683–1741) Publication: Phytanthoza Iconographia Plate: No. 93 Date: circa 1737–1745 Medium: Color-printed mezzotint and engraving with hand coloring Condition: Good antique condition overall, with expected signs of age including light toning, occasional spotting, minor marks and small imperfections to the paper. Please examine the photographs carefully as they form an important part of the condition description. Please contact us if you would like a more detailed condition report. This is an original antique print published in the 18th century, not a modern reproduction. Sold unframed. Any framed or interior images are for presentation and inspiration only. Keywords: Johann Wilhelm Weinmann, Weinmann botanical print...

Pair of Botanical Engravings from The Botanic Garden by B. Maund, London c.1836 A beautifully matched pair of original hand-colored botanical engravings from *The Botanic Garden* by...

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

Antique costume print titled 'Maid Servant of Rotterdam'. Old costume print depicting a maid servant of Rotterdam. This print originates from 'The Costume...

Atahualpa – Last Inca Emperor of Peru – Baroque Engraving c.1700 Description: This striking antique engraving depicts Atahualpa, the last sovereign emperor of the Inca Empire, here ...

Comparative Head Studies and Cobra, Egypt, Antique Engraving, c.1802 This refined engraved plate presents a series of comparative figural studies associated with early nineteenth-ce...

Sphinx of Giza, Antique Egypt Engraving by Norden & Tuscher, 1755 Description This striking engraving presents one of the earliest and most influential European depictions of th...

A color engraving from the 19th century, with the scene described as "Wood depot on the St Lawrence River near the city of Quebec, years 1850." The artists involved in the creation...

Presenting a fabulous and very rare set of original mid-19th century Chromolithograph Engravings by John Frederick Herring Snr from circa 1850. The exci...

Republican General and His Guide 1795, Napoleonic Era Military Uniform Print This finely hand-colored 19th-century engraving depicts a Republican general and his guide as uniformed ...

Ottomanorum Principum Effigies – Complete Ottoman Rulers Table, Rome c.1700 This impressive and complete multi-sheet engraving set titled “Ottomanorum Principum Effigies” presents a learned dynastic overview of the Ottoman rulers, conceived as a single monumental composition rather than as independent portraits. Engraved in Rome around 1700, the series was designed for assembly into a large rectangular genealogical table, following the architectural framework and paired medallion structure visible across the sheets. The set traces the Ottoman dynasty from its founder, Osman I, through successive sultans to the reigning rulers of the early eighteenth century. Each medallion contains a finely engraved portrait accompanied by a Latin historical summary, reflecting the European scholarly tradition of universal history and comparative imperial studies. Several medallions intentionally remain blank, an original and significant feature indicating that the table was conceived as an open-ended genealogy, allowing for future rulers to be added. Their presence confirms completeness rather than loss. The engravings are executed with refined burin work, dense concentric backgrounds, and architectural framing characteristic of Roman engraving at the turn of the eighteenth century. The composition closely relates to contemporary genealogical tables of emperors, popes, and royal houses produced for an international learned audience. The sheets are printed on high-quality Italian laid paper bearing the watermark of Pietro Meliani of Fabriano, one of the most important papermakers of the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries. Fabriano paper was widely favored by Roman engravers for its durability, clarity of impression, and prestige, and the presence of this watermark further supports the Roman origin and period of the set. When assembled as intended, the sheets form a visually powerful rectangular wall table, equally suited to a library, study, or institutional collection. Surviving complete sets of this series are scarce; most examples encountered on the market are fragmentary or broken up into individual sheets. Offered here is a full, intact set as issued, making it a strong object for collectors of Ottoman history, early modern genealogy, or large-scale historical prints with both intellectual and decorative authority. Condition report: Complete six-sheet set. Overall good, honest condition. Light age toning, scattered staining and watermarks, mainly in margins. Plates clean and well printed. No losses to engraved image areas. Blank medallions original to the design. Keywords: Ottoman Empire, Ottoman Sultans, Ottoman genealogy, Islamic rulers, Turkish history, Roman engraving, early modern history, dynastic table, genealogical chart, wall table, library wall art, scholarly print, Fabriano paper, Pietro Meliani watermark, Nicolas Dorigny, Rome engraving...

Antique Engraving of Rio de Janeiro, Imperial Palace and Cathedral, c.1867 Detailed mid-19th century engraving of Rio de Janeiro titled Rio de Janeiro – Palais Impérial et Cathédral...

Visualize a captivating brass wall hanging from the 20th century, a masterpiece that intricately captures the essence of Mughal art and history. This large, hammered brass creation serves as both a work of art and a historical narrative, transporting observers to the opulent world of Mughal India. The brass wall hanging is generously sized, with a surface that gleams in the warm, golden hues characteristic of polished brass. Its weighty presence adds a sense of grandeur to any space, and the hammered texture across the entire piece adds depth and dimension to the artwork. Upon closer inspection, the surface of the brass wall hanging reveals a finely detailed Mughal scene. The artisan has skillfully hammered the brass to create a rich tapestry of imagery, showcasing the elegance and sophistication of Mughal life. The scene might include depictions of Mughal emperors and empresses, courtiers engaged in conversation, musicians playing traditional instruments, and gracefully adorned elephants parading through lush gardens. The meticulous craftsmanship extends to the fine details of clothing, jewelry, and architectural elements. The hammered technique imparts a textured quality to the figures and structures, creating a dynamic interplay of light and shadow that adds to the visual richness of the piece. The central focus of the brass wall hanging might be a magnificent Mughal palace or a serene garden, both rendered with precision and artistic flair. The scene is framed by intricate borders featuring geometric patterns and floral motifs, showcasing the artisan's dedication to both historical accuracy and aesthetic beauty. As a whole, this brass wall hanging stands...

Title: Africa The engraving titled Africa was part of a series representing the four continents, published by Johann Georg Hertel in Augsburg duri...

Swiss Hound Briquets – Antique Dog Print, circa 1880, French Publication This fine 19th-century print depicts two Swiss Hound Briquets, a medium-si...

Title: Christ's Ascension Engraving – Acts I Ascension Scene c.1735 Description: This powerful antique engraving titled “Christ’s Ascension” depicts the moment described in Acts Cha...

19th-Century Lithograph of a Lioness, Her Cubs, and Their Caretaker This unique 19th-century lithograph depicts an unusual yet tender interaction between a lioness, her young cubs...

Terra Allegory, Cybele Mother Earth, Antique Hand-Colored Engraving 1815 Description: This striking allegorical engraving represents Terra, the personification of Earth, shown as th...

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...

JOHN GOULD - Herons - Set of Four A set of four original hand-colored lithographs engraved by J. Gould and H C Richter from the original first edition of B...

Napoleonic Marines, Garde Impériale, French Military Uniform Print, 1843 This finely hand-colored military print depicts a Marine of the Imperial Guard (Marins de la Garde Impériale...

This image is an original historical print showcasing two representations of a woman from Port Francais, a locale associated with the explorations of Jean-François de Galaup, comte d...

Title: "Testament of Eudamidas of the City of Corinth" Description: This print depicts a scene from Lucian's 'Toxaris, or Friendship,' where Corinthian Eudamidas is seen lying in a ...

Antique Plan of Egyptian Catacombs Alexandria Necropolis Latomia 1776 This original 18th-century engraving presents a detailed architectural plan of several catacombs and ruins in a...

White Stork Antique Dutch Bird Print by Sepp and Nozeman, 18th Century This elegant hand-colored copper engraving titled 'Ardea Ciconia' presents the white stork (*Ciconia ciconia*)...

Title: Column of Trajan, Rome – Original Hand-Colored Engraving, 1798 This original hand-colored engraving titled "Column of Trajan" was published in London on May 14th, 1798 by L. ...

Julius Caesar Portrait, Antique Engraving, Roman History Print, 1826 This refined and classically composed portrait of Julius Caesar was engrav...

Chinese Peacock-Pheasant – Hand-Colored Bird Engraving by Edwards & Seligmann, c.1750–1776 This fine hand-colored engraving depicts the Chinese Peacock-Pheasant (Phasianus alis et caudâ oculatis), an exotic species admired in Europe for its ornate plumage. The bird is shown perched gracefully on a flowering branch, its feathers marked with striking blue and green eye-like spots. Decorative peonies frame the composition, enhancing the print’s ornamental character. The engraving bears multilingual titles: “Der chinesische Phasanenpfau” (German), “Le Paon-Phaisan de la Chine” (French), and the Latin classification Phasianus, alis et caudâ, oculatis. At the lower left, the note G. Edwards ad viv. delin. credits the original life drawing...

Description: Antique print titled 'Le grand sacrifice des Canadiens à Quitchi-Manitou ou le grand esprit'. This plate shows an ethnic scene of Native Americans dancing...

Title: Pair of Hand-Colored Botanical Engravings of Wild and Cultivated Flowers, London 1828 Description: This vibrant pair of early 19th-century botanical engravings exemplifies th...

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 ...

Original Antique Print of Four Slow Worms and Legless Lizards by Bertuch, 1802 Original antique hand-colored copper engraving depicting four varieties of slow worms and snake-like legless reptiles, published in Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s celebrated “Bilderbuch für Kinder” in Weimar in 1802. The plate is titled “Amphibien XX / Amphibies XX” and depicts four elegantly intertwined specimens. Bertuch identifies them as the Common Slow Worm or Blindworm (Anguis fragilis), Short-bellied Slow Worm (Anguis ventralis), Flat-tailed Slow Worm (Anguis platura), and Variegated Slow Worm (Anguis variegata). At the time these unusual reptiles were commonly associated with snakes because of their elongated, limbless bodies. The familiar European slow worm, despite its snake-like appearance, is in fact a legless lizard. Bertuch records a remarkably international distribution for the animals illustrated on this plate, describing examples from Europe and the Old World, Carolina and Virginia, the East Indies and New Holland (Australia). The intertwined arrangement and strong original hand coloring give the plate considerable decorative appeal, with tones of green, yellow, brown, black and gray. The engraving bears the inscription “Jacob Hauer Schmuzer” at lower right. Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747–1822) was a German publisher, writer and patron of the arts. His monumental “Bilderbuch für Kinder” (Picture Book for Children) was one of the great illustrated educational encyclopedias of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Published in Weimar from 1790 onward, it contained hundreds of finely engraved and hand-colored plates covering natural history, geography, science, technology, costumes and mythology. Creator: Friedrich Justin Bertuch (1747–1822) Engraver: Jacob Hauer Schmuzer Source: Bilderbuch für Kinder Plate: Amphibien XX / Amphibies XX Place of Publication: Weimar, Germany Date of Manufacture: 1802 Period: Early 19th Century Style: Neoclassical – In the Period of Medium: Original hand-colored copper engraving on paper Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Light age-related toning, occasional minor spotting and marginal wear. Original hand coloring remains attractive. Please refer to the photographs for further details of condition. Please note: This is an original antique print from 1802, not a modern reproduction. The print is sold unframed. Framed images or interior views, if shown, are for presentation and inspiration only. Keywords: antique snake print, slow worm print, blindworm, legless lizard, Anguis fragilis, antique reptile print...

Antique Handcolored Engraving of Crocodiles, Amphibien II, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving features two distinct crocodile species depicted in naturalistic ...

Delicate Blue Flower Study, Plate No. 496 This engraving is from a botanical series by William Curtis, likely part of the publication "The Botanical Magazine," which was known for i...

This illustration depicts a pigeon (Columba livia), titled "Columba livia Briss. Mas adult" in Latin, which refers to the adult male rock dove or common pigeon. The artist's signatur...

Napoleonic Light Infantry, Voltigeur and Carabinier, French Army 1809 This finely hand-coloured military engraving depicts two elite soldiers of the French light infantry in 1809, s...

Pair of Botanical Engravings from The Botanic Garden by B. Maund, London c.1836 This elegant pair of hand-colored botanical engravings originates from Benjamin Maund’s celebrated pu...

Title: Missouri, Lake Champlain, New York, San Francisco & Cotton Harvest, Original 1879 Description: An original nineteenth-century Dutch engraving illustrating five scenes from No...

Arnoldo Van Westerhout (1651-1725) - Battaglia tra Cristiani e Turchi Description: This impressive etching by Arnoldo van Westerhout (1651–1725) depicts the dramatic clash between C...

Attempt to Seize Amsterdam, 1577 — Haarlemmerpoort Assault, Hogenberg Description: This powerful late-16th-century historical engraving depicts the attempted seizure of Amsterdam on...

Antique print titled 'Sit ferns exardet in circo tarus aperto, Cum sua terribili petit irritamina cornu'. No. 18 by A. Stradanus depicting a bull fight in Spain. Published in 1576.