Benelux - Prints

Title: Rare 1852 Tinted Lithograph of Hagia Sophia, Istanbul by L. Haghe after Fossati and Gayer Description: This rare tinted lithograph captures the iconic Hagia Sophia in Istanbu...

Antique print titled 'Dowlutabad (Ostindien)'. View of Daulatabad. Originates from 'Meyers Universum'. Artists and Engravers: Joseph Meyer (May 9, 1796 - June 27, 1856) was a Ger...

Title: Naval Battle Off St. François (Campeche, Mexico), ca. 1780 This print, titled "Vue prespective de la Ville de St. François de campech dans L'Amerique Septentrionalle," depict...

Zeus (Jupiter) Engraving from Bertuch’s 1805 Porte-Feuille des Enfants – Classical Mythology Print This finely detailed engraving, published in 1805 as part of Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s Porte-Feuille des Enfants (Children's Portfolio), depicts Zeus, the king of the Greek gods (known as Jupiter in Roman mythology), in a pose that exudes authority and power. Seated on a grand throne with an eagle at his side, Zeus holds a scepter, signifying his dominion over the skies and his role as ruler of the gods. The print is executed with exceptional precision, capturing the intricate details of Zeus’s muscular form, the folds of his drapery, and the noble posture of the eagle, a symbol of strength and divine power. Subtle hand-tinting adds depth and character to the artwork, enhancing its timeless appeal. This piece is part of a renowned collection of early 19th-century engravings designed to introduce young readers to the rich world of mythology, art, and antiquity. Its historical and artistic significance makes it a standout addition to any collection of classical prints. The engraving is rendered with meticulous detail, showcasing the artistry and craftsmanship of the early 19th century. The subtle hand-colored tones enhance the divine aura of Zeus, making this print a timeless addition to any collection of classical antiquities or mythological art. - Date of Publication: 1805 - Origin: Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s *Porte-Feuille des Enfants* - Condition: The engraving is in good condition with minor age-related foxing and light discoloration typical of early 19th-century prints. Well-preserved overall. This print is a perfect choice for collectors, historians, or anyone with an appreciation for classical mythology and 19th-century art. Here are some recommendations for framing and presenting this engraving to enhance its historical and artistic appeal while ensuring proper preservation: 1. Frame Style - Material: Choose a high-quality wooden or gilded frame. Options like mahogany, walnut, or an antique gold finish complement the classical theme. - Design: Select a simple yet elegant frame with subtle decorative details, such as beading or fluted edges, to echo the neoclassical style without overshadowing the engraving. 2. Matting - Color: Use an acid-free mat in a neutral tone, such as ivory, off-white, or pale cream, to draw attention to the artwork and prevent contact with the glass. - Border Size: A slightly wider mat border (around 2–4 inches) creates balance and helps focus the viewer's attention on the engraving. - Double Matting (Optional): For a refined look, consider an inner mat in a soft complementary color like light gray or pale gold to add depth. 3. Glass - UV-Protective Glass: Opt for museum-grade UV-filtering glass or acrylic to safeguard the engraving from light exposure while reducing glare. - Non-Glare Option: Non-reflective glass ensures optimal viewing, especially in brightly lit areas. 4. Backboard and Mounting - Archival Backing: Use an acid-free backing board to protect the engraving from moisture and dust while providing structural support. - Mounting Method: Secure the engraving with archival-quality corners or hinges to avoid adhesive contact with the artwork. 5. Presentation Placement - Display the framed engraving in a stable environment with consistent temperature and low humidity to prevent damage. Avoid direct sunlight or exposure to harsh artificial light. - Suitable spaces include libraries, studies, or galleries where the engraving complements other classical or antique items. 6. Labeling - Add a small engraved brass plaque or label beneath the frame with details such as "Zeus (Jupiter) – Published in 1805 by Friedrich Justin Bertuch" to highlight its provenance and historical value. 7. Alternative Display - If not framed traditionally, consider showcasing the engraving in a display case alongside other related prints or artifacts. Use museum-grade lighting to accentuate its details without causing harm. --- Keywords: - Zeus engraving...

Title: 19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Duel with Ornate Shields and Daggers Description: This vivid and dynamic hand-coloured lithograph showcases two knights poised for c...

K.K. Österreichische Artillerie und Fuhrwesen, Early 19th Century Detailed description: This beautiful hand-colored lithograph depicts officers and soldiers of the Imperial and Roy...

Antique map of part of the United States of America including Lower California, Arizona and part of Mexico. This map was part of a set of six individual sheets with maps of the Unite...

This is an original antique print titled 'Photographische Apparate II'. It shows various photo equipment and cameras. This print originates from Volume 5 of Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, published between 1893 and 1897. Meyers Konversations-Lexikon or Meyers Lexikon was a major encyclopedia in the German language that existed in various editions, and by several titles, from 1839 to 1984, when it merged with the Brockhaus Enzyklopädie. Joseph Meyer (1796–1856), who had founded the publishing house Bibliographisches Institut in 1826, intended to issue a universal encyclopaedia meant for a broad public: people having a general knowledge as well as businessmen, technicians and scholars, considering contemporary works like those of Pierer and Brockhaus to be superficial or obsolete. The cameras in more detail described: The print titled "Photographische Apparate II" features a detailed collection of photographic equipment from the late 19th century. This would have been state-of-the-art technology at the time, showcasing the various types of cameras and accessories used in the field of photography. The print originates from Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, which was a major German encyclopedia that was known for its comprehensive and well-illustrated articles. The fact that this print comes from Volume 5 of the encyclopedia, published between 1893 and 1897, places it at the end of the 19th century, a period of rapid advancement in photographic technology. The apparatuses shown include: 1. **Darkroom lamps and safelights** used to provide illumination in darkrooms without affecting light-sensitive materials. 2. **Various camera designs**, including folding cameras, box cameras, and plate cameras, reflecting the technological diversity of the time. 3. **A camera with a plate magazine** allowing for multiple exposures before needing to reload. 4. **A stereo camera...

Antique print titled 'Nice - Vue du Port'. Original antique print of the city of Nice, France. Engraved by A. Salmon. Published by A. Salmon, circa 1900.

Title: 1897 Botanical Prints – Gentianella and Phlox Subulata Description: This pair of original 1897 botanical prints features gentianella (Gentiana acaulis) and moss phlox (Phl...

Antique anatomy print showing muscles of the rib cage, shoulder and neck. This print originates from 'Anatomie De L'Homme Ou Descriptions Et figures Lithographiees De Toutes Les Part...

This elegant hand-colored engraving, titled "Avis mellivora macroura capite nigro" (Long-Tailed Hummingbird with Black Head) and "Le Colibri à tête noire et longue-queue," features a...

This original copper engraving, extracted from the scarce German edition of Arnoldus Montanus' "Die Unbekante Neue Welt oder Beschreibung des Welt-teils Amerika und des Sud-Landes", ...

"1770s L'Ara Rouge et Bleu Parrot Print from Buffon’s Histoire" This stunning print, titled "L'Ara Rouge et L'Ara Bleu", originates from Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon’s mo...

Antique print titled ‘Histoire Sainte, Nouveau Testament, Adoration des Mages.’ This plate shows a scene from the New Testament; The Adoration of the Magi.’ This print originates ...

Antique print titled 'Pisa'. View of Pisa, Rome, Italy. Originates from 'Meyers Universum'. Artists and Engravers: Joseph Meyer (May 9, 1796 - June 27, 1856) was a German industri...

Antique print titled 'Arboricola Intermedia'. Bird print of the Aracan Hill Partridge. This print originates from 'The Game Birds of India, Burmah and Ceylon' published 1879-1881. ...

Crocodiles, Lizards & Reptiles Print: Alligator, Monitor, Iguana – Antique 1867 This striking antique print depicts crocodiles, alligators, lizards, monitors, and iguanas, rendered ...

Hand-Colored Botanical Lithograph of Hemp, Flax, and Horehound, Calwer, 1854 This vibrant botanical lithograph is from Carl Georg Calwer’s *Deutschlands Technische Pflanzen* (1854...

Trio of Antique Botanical Prints: French Marigold, African Marigold & Gaillardia Pulchella This brilliant set of antique botanical prints highlights "French Marigold" (Tagetes Pat...

"Romanesque Manuscript and Mural Art from Ornamentenschatz, 1887" Description: These vibrant prints by H. Dolmetsch are part of "Ornamentenschatz," published by Verlag J. Hoffmann,...

"Byzantine Ornamental Art from Ornamentenschatz, 1887" Description: These prints by H. Dolmetsch are featured in "Ornamentenschatz," a compilation published by Verlag J. Hoffmann, ...

Antique print titled 'Mambrino bred by Lord Grosvenor'. Antique print of Mambrino, grey thoroughbred racehorse, foaled in 1768, bred by John Atkinson of Scholes at whose death became the property of Richard Grosvenor...

Antique costume print titled 'Le Progrès'. Old fashion print of various men and women illustrating the fashion trends of October, 1874. Artists and Engravers: Published for 'La Ga...

Antique costume print titled 'Le Progrès'. Old fashion print of various men and women illustrating the fashion trends of October, 1882. Artists and Engravers: Published for 'La Ga...

Antique costume print titled 'Le Progrès'. Old fashion print of various men and women illustrating the fashion trends of October, 1886. Artists and Engravers: Published for 'La Ga...

### Description This beautifully detailed engraving of the eared jellyfish (*Aurelia aurita*) is a captivating representation from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's renowned *Bilderbuch für...

Antique map titled 'Égypte Moderne'. Old map of Egypt, Nubia and Abyssinia (Ethiopia), Kordofan and Darfour (parts of Sudan), as well as part of Arabia. With decorative vignette of J...

This exceptional antique map, titled "Nouvelle Carte Marine de Toute les Cotes de l´Amerique" and alternatively known as "Nieuwe groote en seer Curieuse Paskaart van Geheel-WestIndie...

Antique print titled 'Scolopax, Arquata, Numenius'. The Eurasian curlew (Numenius arquata) is a wader in the large family Scolopacidae. It is one of the most widespread of the curlew...

Battle of Montmirail, February 11, 1814 - Iconic Napoleonic War Engraving by Lechard This impressive 19th-century engraving captures the dramatic Battle of Montmirail, fought on Feb...

Title: "Curiosity Reflected" - Cats and Kittens by Henriette Ronner (1894) Description: "Curiosity Reflected" is a delightful print from the "Cats and Kittens" series by Henriette R...

Antique 1828 Satirical Print A Fool to Pleasure Yet a Slave to Fame Hand-Colored This hand-colored etching titled *A Fool to Pleasure Yet a Slave to Fame* was published in 1828 as p...

Original Oversize Period Museum Exhibition Lithographic Poster Protractor Variation 'FRANK STELLA, (American, Born 1936) Protractor Variation, 1969 Fluorescent- alkyd on canvas, 1...

The Elegant Andalusian Chicken - A Rare 19th Century Poultry Lithograph This stunning 19th century chromolithograph features a pair of Andalusian chickens, a striking Mediterranea...

Antique print titled 'Sineesche Boeren en Boerinne'. Old print depicting Chinese farmers (male and female). This print originates from 'Het gezantschap der Nee^rlandtsche Oost-Indisc...

Title: 19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Ornate Tournament and Plate Armor Description: This finely detailed hand-coloured lithograph showcases two magnificent examples of ...

Antique costume print titled 'Perse - Homme du Peuple'. Original antique print of a Persian man. This print originates from 'Moeurs, usages et costumes de ...

These are 19th-century equine prints depicting notable racehorses titled "Pandora," "Canteen," "Mulatto," and "Chateau Margaux." They are in the style of British equine portraiture, ...

Antique print titled 'Femmes de Luc (Calvados)'. Old print depicting women from Luc-sur-Mer, France. This print originates from 'La Normandie Illustrée' b...

Title: "Intricate Greek Artistry: Architectural and Decorative Elegance" The prints showcase a variety of Greek artistic expressions focused on architectur...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Mounted Combat with Spear and Sword This original hand-coloured lithograph, produced in 1842, provides a vivid and dynamic glimpse into the...

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

Antique print titled 'Jardins de Bessingen (..)'. Copper engraving showing a garden plan and orangery (or orangerie). This print originates from 'Jardins A...

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.

The image is an original engraved portrait, depicting King Edward IV of England. This engraving was created for "Harrington’s Edition of Rapin’s History of England." The text below...

Nilometer in Cairo – Section and Plan for Measuring Nile Floods, Egypt 1776 Description: This original 1776 engraving shows a vertical section and ground plan of the Nilometer in Ca...

Waterworks Structure and Plan in Grand Cairo – Aqueduct System, Egypt 1776 Description: This original architectural engraving from 1776 illustrates the ground plan and elevation of ...

Title: Temple and Ruins Plans Egypt Baalbait Bubastus Heliopolis 1776 Description: This original engraving from 1776 illustrates schematic plans of ancient Egyptian temple sites and...

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...

An original engraved portrait of James II, King of England. The style of the engraving and the attire of the individual are consistent with late 17th-century fashion, aligning with James II's reign from 1685 to 1688. The text beneath the image indicates that it was published as part of the same historical work by Rapin de Thoyras, and this specific print was made from an original picture painted by Sir Godfrey Kneller, a leading portrait painter of that time. The engraving was published as the act directs on August 1st, 1789, showing that it was also intended to be protected under copyright law. This inscription indicates that the portrait of James II, King of England, was originally painted by Godfrey Kneller (referred to as G. Kneller Pinx, with "Pinx" being an abbreviation for "pinxit," Latin for "painted by") and engraved by John Goldar (referred to as Goldar Sculp, with "Sculp" being short for "sculpsit," Latin for "engraved by"). James II of England, who was also James VII of Scotland, was born on October 14, 1633, and reigned from 1685 until he was deposed in the Glorious Revolution...

Antique Vanity Fair Print 'Charlie' Lord Carrington – 1874 This is an original Vanity Fair lithograph dated February 7, 1874, titled "Charlie,"...

French and Italian Renaissance Ornament Prints by H. Dolmetsch, c. 1880, Set of 4 This exquisite set of four antique prints presents an impressive array of decorative designs from t...

Antique map titled 'Kaart van Oost Indie'. Old map of the East Indies. It shows the routes of Captain William Dampier's voyage throughout the regio...

Title: 1897 Antique Botanical Prints – Polyanthus, Auricula, and Primroses This collection of four original botanical prints from 1897 hi...

Title: Sun Worship Rituals of the Floridians Depicted in Sacrificial and Offering Ceremonies Description: This dramatic 18th-century copperplate engraving presents two related ritua...

Antique bird print titled 'Mallard Duck'. Old bird print depicting the mallard duck. This chromolithograph originates from the natural history set 'Animate Creation' published in 189...

Antique print titled 'Sir John Cornwall Lord Fanhope'. Old print of Sir John Cornwall. This print originates from 'A critical inquiry into antient armour...

Antique print titled 'Karavane by het dorp Coraming - Brug over de rivier Kiesilosan - Het Dorp 't Sargabrand'. Old print with three views, two of which unidentified villages in Iran, and a bridge over the Kiesilosan river. This print originates from 'Cornelis de Bruins...

Title: 1897 Botanical Prints – Purple Toadflax and Maurandya Barclayana This pair of original 1897 botanical prints features 'purple toadflax' (Linaria bipartita) and 'Maurandya B...