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Item Ships From: Continental Europe
Vintage Framed Tapestry of "The Bedroom" after Vincent van Gogh
By Vincent van Gogh
Located in Barcelona, ES
This framed tapestry, made in France by an unknown artist, beautifully represents Vincent van Gogh's iconic painting "The Bedroom." It is in original condition, with minor wear consi...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Textile
Danish Modern, CoBrA Style Painting, Oil on Canvas by S. Kinleman, 1960
Located in Odense, DK
The oil painting, attributed to an artist possibly named S. Kinlemann (based on an indistinct signature), is a striking example of Cobra-style art from 1960. The canvas is dominated ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Expressionist Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Antique Danish Mangle Board Wedding Love Gift Painted Wood, Horse Handle, 1803
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Antique Danish mangle board (clothing and bedding press) dated 1803.
It is made from oak wood which is hand carved with a rich decoration of geometric blossoms. Painted in the colou...
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Early 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood
Antique Gothic Revival Top Quality Hand Carved & Gilt Wooden Church Wall Bracket
Located in Lisse, NL
Deeply carved, extra large size, Gothic Revival corbel, bracket with a stunning patina.
Finding unique antiques that have just that little bit more than your average is what we alwa...
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Pine
Uno, Nessuno Rosa Antico Wallpaper, Racconti Collection
Located in Firenze, IT
Background: Antique Rose
Subjects: Beige Onyx
Designer: Marika Tardio
Designed by hand in Digital Art
Made in: Italy
Printing support: Fine Art ( front 50% cellulose, back non-woven backing
Greenguard Gold Inks, low emissions ).
Single roll width: 53cms
Height: cut according to the height of the wall.
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About the design:
A myriad of hands interweave, giving life to a perpetual motion, which shapes a visionary world. Forms and colors play tricks on the eyes. The infinite metamorphosis is a constant surprise.
There are so many points of view we can’t really know which one is reflecting reality Mixtures of shades and graphic drawings...
Category
2010s Italian Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Modern Oil Painting, Seaside Landscape, Brittany - France 1960s
By Nicolas de Staël
Located in ROUEN, FR
Modern Oil Painting, Seaside Landscape, Brittany - France 1960s
Picturesque scene of a Brittany landscape (France) with its typical seaside view, small houses and nature. Abstracted...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Ash, Paint
Ramon Casas 'Anis del Mono' Print Fragment Framed, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Ramon Casas 'Anis del Mono' Print Fragment Framed, circa 1930
In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful patina
Category
1930s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
French Aubusson Tapestry 19th - Champetre Scene - L 1m90 X H 1m55 - N° 1417
By Aubusson Manufacture, Royal Manufacture of Aubusson
Located in Paris, FR
A stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower We are a family business specializing in the purchase, sale and
expertise of old, modern and contemporary tapestries, rugs, kilims and textiles....
Category
1860s French Aubusson Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Silk
Reproduction of Rembrandt's Night Watch, mixed media on canvas
By Rembrandt van Rijn
Located in Taranto, IT
Reproduction of Rembrandt's Night Watch, mixed media on canvas.
Measures:
Height 136cm
Larghezza 191 cm
In good conservative condition, present signs of time due to use and age...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
An ABSTRACT PSYCHEDELIC PAINTING on Panel by EMILIO CASTELLAR, Brazil 1971
Located in PARIS, FR
An authentic and important psychedelic triptych painting, Abstract, Op-Art, Space-Age, hypnotic and dynamic composition of yellowish and brown tones, with galactic circles in relief ...
Category
1970s European Kinetic Vintage Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Paint
Set of 12 Antique Mycology Prints of Various Fungi by Barla, circa 1890
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of twelve antique mycology prints depicting various fungi / mushrooms. These prints originate from 'Flore mycologique illustrée: les champignons des Alpes-Maritimes' by J.B. Barla.
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
1980s Original Gorgeous Patrick Nagel "Silver Foiled Sunglasses" Art Poster.
By Patrick Nagel
Located in Milano, IT
1980s Original rare gorgeous Patrick Nagel "Silver Foiled Sunglasses" printed poster (with 5-color printing process)
Signature printed. Copyright 1983 Mirage Publishing Inc. Santa Mo...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Diaz Costa Mid Century Modern Ceramic Hand Painted Artwork, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Ceramic hand painted artwork of a colorful landscape by Catalan artist Diaz Costa, circa 1960. Framed. In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Ceramic
French Sunburst Flower Mirror Wall Decoration, Gilt Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
One of a kind gilt iron sunflower wall mirror / wall sculpture, France, 1950s.
This spectacular wall mirror has an eye-catching flower shaped design with
Handcrafted in gilt iron. ...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Metal, Iron
Tapestry Jean Lurcat "Blue Coral" Atlerie Suzanne Goubely-gatien N° 1416
By Jean Lurçat, Suzanne Goubely Atelier
Located in Paris, FR
A stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower We are a family business specializing in the purchase, sale and
expertise of old, modern and contemporary tapestries, rugs, kilims and textiles....
Category
1960s French Aubusson Vintage Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool
Rar Art Nouvo Exhibitiondes Saxony Art & Crafts Dresden 1896 Otto Fischer
Located in Hannover, DE
This large Art Nouveau poster is one of the few surviving examples and, dating from 1896, is one of the earliest. The poster comes from the collection of an architect couple who had ...
Category
1890s German Art Nouveau Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Paper
Giuseppe Tarantino lithograph face Young Woman Milan 1974
Located in Taranto, IT
Giuseppe Tarantino lithograph face Young Woman Milan 1974.
Measures:
Height 70 cm
Width 52 cm
Mixed Technique on paper
In good conservative ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Jan Saudek, Czech Photographer, Silver Gelatin, Titled Portret of My Girlfriend
By Jan Saudek
Located in Delft, NL
Jan Saudek, Czech Photographer, Silver Gelatin print, Titled Portret of my girlfriend
Title : Portret of my girlfriend
Number nr. 841/II, Model print
Finished Febr. 29 1889 (Jan...
Category
20th Century Czech Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Beautiful painting by the famous Swedish artist Per Ekström (1844-1935)
Located in Knivsta, SE
Beautiful painting by the famous Swedish artist Per Ekström (1844-1935). He studied at the Academy of fine arts from 1865-1872
He worked in Paris, Barbizon and Saint Germain from 18...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Set of Three Spanish Church Alms Boxes Wall Decoration, 18th Century
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of three carved wood hand painted donation / offering ALM Boxes, Spain, 18th century.
Polychromed wooden Church Collection offering donation money boxes as wall decorations.
Beautiful wall decoration comprised of three wall hanging collection / doation money boxes. Originally used to collect donations at Christian churches/chapels.
Each one has a different design. All three create a colorful set displayed together.
Rare find.
Provenance: Private collection.
On sale as a set.
Measures:
Religious woman: 45 cm H x 26 cm W x 21 cm D
Saints Box: 33 cm H x 37 cm W x 14 cm D
Blue Box:46 cm H x 31,5 cm W x 14 cm D
Poor box...
Category
18th Century Spanish Medieval Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Pine
1784 Engraved Elegance of Mary, Queen of Scots - Tragic Monarch
Located in Langweer, NL
This is an authentic engraved portrait of Mary, Queen of Scots.
Mary was one of the most fascinating and tragic figures in Scottish and English history. She became queen consort in...
Category
1780s Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Raoul Dufy Fauvist 1948 Color Cliché Print, Framed
By Raoul Dufy
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Step into the lively and whimsical world of Raoul Dufy with this exquisite color cliché print, meticulously edited by Editions du Chêne in Paris, France, in 1948. Housed in a solid w...
Category
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Black Forest Hunting-Theme Hand-Carved Wooden Wall Mounted Salt Box with Dog
Located in Barntrup, DE
Black Forest Hunting-Theme Hand-Carved Wooden Wall Mounted Salt Box.
This beautiful and compact Black Forest wall salt box depicts a masterful...
Category
1910s Swiss Black Forest Vintage Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood
Wall Plaque with Wedgewood Medallion in a mahogany frame with brass decorations
By Wedgewood
Located in Knivsta, SE
Elegant Wall Plaque with Wedgewood Medallion in classic decor on a mahogany (Swietenia mahogoni) frame with brass decorations. Probably England, Mid-19th Century.
Wear consistent w...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Large Religious Painting: The Judgment of Jesus by Pontius Pilate, 19th Century
By Ecole de Fountainebleau
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
This magnificent 19th-century painting depicts the first act of the Christian journey, the Judgment of Jesus Christ by Pontius Pilate. It stands out as an exceptional work due to its...
Category
19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Claude BLEYNIE, Couple of Peacocks - French polychrome signed tapestry, 1444
By Jean Laurent, Claude Bleynie
Located in Paris, FR
Located a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower in Paris, we are a French family business
specializing in the purchase, sale, expertise, cleaning, restoration and conservation of
tapes...
Category
20th Century French Modern Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool
Utensilo II Wall Organizer by Dorothee Maurer Becker for Design M, Germany, 1970
By M Design, Dorothee Maurer-Becker, Ingo Maurer
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
This original 70s Uten.Silo II is a design by Dorothee Maurer Becker. This Utensilo is an old original of the company Design M. It was still produced by the company of her husband, t...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Plastic
Victorian Leisure: Balloon Races at Cremorne and Floral Fêtes at Bishop Auckland
Located in Langweer, NL
This page from "The Illustrated London News," dated 1863, captures two vibrant scenes from Victorian England, highlighting the era's popular leisure activities.
1. Top Illustration: "Ballooning at Cremorne"
The upper image showcases the excitement of a balloon race...
Category
1860s Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Cappiello, Original Alcohol Poster, Cognac Monnet, Salamander, Liquor, Sun, 1927
By Leonetto Cappiello
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Original Vintage Alcohol Poster for Cognac Monnet dating from 1927 by Leonetto Cappiello.
Artist: Leonetto Cappiello (1875 - 1942)
Title: ..Du soleil dans un verre.. Cognac Monnet
Date: 1927
Size: 52 x 78.7 in / 132 x 200 cm
Printer : Les nouvelles affiches Cappiello – Les Ateliers d’art Devambez, 32 Rue Beaujon_Paris
Materials and Techniques: Colour lithograph on paper
Linen backing: Yes
Condition: A (Normally designates a poster in very good condition. Colours are fresh and there is very little or no paper loss. Any imperfections are marginal and unnoticeable).
Details:
Poster for the promotion of Cognac Monnet.
Maison Monnet was founded in 1838. In 1897, Jean-Gabriel Monnet chose the emblem of the salamander to decorate his bottles. The salamander is a mythical animal with the power to triumph over flames.
Leonetto Cappiello is an Italian painter, illustrator, caricaturist and poster artist, naturalized French in 1930. His poster career began in 1900 and continued until the 1930s. He remained loyal to the Vercasson printing press until the early 1920s , continues with “Les Imprimeries Réunies” and begins, at the same period, to work regularly for the publisher Devambez, with whom he signs, from 1921 to 1936, an exclusive contract.
About Leonetto Cappiello, The Father of Modern Advertising
Leonetto Cappiello, born on April 9, 1875, in Livorno, Italy, is considered a pioneer in the world of advertising, often referred to often hailed as the "father of modern advertising." His groundbreaking work in poster design revolutionized the industry and cemented his status as a visionary artist.
Cappiello was renowned for his innovative and impactful poster designs, characterized by bold colors, simple forms, strong outlines and a strong focus on the product. His work significantly influenced the development of advertising as an art form.
Initially drawn to caricature, Cappiello's true genius blossomed when he shifted his focus to poster art. His innovative approach, marked by bold colors, simple colours, simplified forms, strong outlines and a strong emphasis on product identification, set him apart from his contemporaries. Cappiello’s posters were instantly recognizable, capturing the essence of a product or brand in a single, powerful image. His work significantly influenced the development of advertising as an art form.
The artist's career flourished in Paris, where he immersed himself in the vibrant artistic scene and his work spanned various industries:
Food and Beverage: Campari, Cinzano, Café Martin...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
László Moholy-Nagy Photography – "Nachlass László Moholy-Nagy"
By László Moholy-Nagy
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
László Moholy-Nagy Photography – "Nachlass László Moholy-Nagy" (Estate Edition, 1994) in Frame
This striking photograph by László Moholy-Nagy, one of the most influential artists of...
Category
1990s German Mid-Century Modern Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Wonderful Vintage French Aubusson style Hand Printed Tapestry “ country concert”
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Concert Champêtre ( country concert )
Very beautiful mid century French Aubusson style tapestry with a beautiful 15th century tapestries design showing a scene in the countryside, ou...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Dame à la licorne - Medieval tapestry Manufacture Aubusson 19th - N° 1355
By Aubusson Manufacture
Located in Paris, FR
A stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower We are a family business specializing in the purchase, sale and
expertise of old, modern and contemporary tapestries, rugs, kilims and textiles....
Category
1850s French Aubusson Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Silk
Vintage Map of the Greater Antilles and Lesser Antilles
Located in Langweer, NL
Vintage map titled 'Antilles'. Original map of the Antilles. Shows the Cayman Islands, Cuba, Hispaniola (subdivided into the nations of the Dominican Republic and Haiti), Jamaica, and Puerto Rico. Also shows the Lesser Antilles...
Category
20th Century Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Oil painting "Lorelei" Jules-Joseph Lefebvre attr. ca. 1890
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
Jules Joseph Lefebvre (1834-1912) first came to Vienna when he exhibited at the Vienna World Exhibition in 1873. In 1879 he became honorable member of the Akademie of Fine Arts Vienna and was called to be a member of the jury of the First International Art Exhibition in Vienna at the Wiener Künstlerhaus in 1882.
From this moment on, he exhibited regularly in the Austrian Empire until 1902. In 1882, the Austrian Cultural Ministry purchased his portrait of “La Fiammetta”. In 1895 and 1896, the renowned Galerie Miethke exhibited works by him, the painting “Madeleine” from 1876 among them.
We believe that this particular work was to be exhibited at the “III. International Art Exhibition” in the Künstlerhaus in Vienna. The stock book of the exhibition clearly shows the entry in the French section of “Le Febre, Jule”, the name of the work “Lorelei” and the sales price of 35.000 Francs. The fact that the price is very high compared to his colleagues (Henner & Vibert 15.000 Francs) and that the frame for this piece was delivered in a separate box suggests that the work was quite large.
It was found in a Villa in Vienna’s 19th district. Not only the frame but also the size and quality of the painting instantly beguiles the beholder. The format and the mythological motif of the “Lorelei” are very much in line with other known paintings by this artist. The composition of the oeuvre is also typical of the works of Jules Lefebvre: a central female figurine in a classic Italian pose, one knee slightly in front of the other. The painted rock in the background is also similar to the actual “Loreley” rock wall in Germany near Koblenz.
Another beguiling fact is the model itself: in 1880, Jules Lefebvre discovered a young girl at the Hippodrome in Paris. Her name was Marie-Florentine Roger or Sarah Brown...
Category
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Jan Saudek, Czech Photographer, Silver Gelatin Print, Titled Statkar, #836
By Jan Saudek
Located in Delft, NL
Jan Saudek, Czech Photographer, Silver Gelatin print, Titled Statkar, #836
Title : "Statkar"
Number # 836, Model print
Finished May 20, 1892 (Jan dated his work 100 Years earlie...
Category
20th Century Czech Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Giuseppe Tarantino mixed media on metal foil 1976
Located in Taranto, IT
Giuseppe Tarantino mixed media on metal foil 1976.
Measures:
Height 66 cm
Width 51cm
In good conservative condition, present signs of time due...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Sheet Metal
Wonderful extremely fine antique silk french Beauvais tapestry «Flower Harvest»
By Beauvais Royal Manufactory
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful late 19th century French Aubusson tapestry of Beauvais with a nice design of flower Harvest, Beautiful women are gathering flowers in the garden and the woods, chatti...
Category
Late 19th Century French Aubusson Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Silk
Italian French Architecture Priveè by Cesar Daly Hand Painted Print 2 of 2
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Elegant and refined print representing French private architecture and, precisely, a the design of a 19th century suburban villa under Napoleon III by Casar Daly. Together with anot...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian French Provincial Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Sunflower Field C.Lipari Print on paper
Located in Taranto, IT
Sunflower Field C.Lipari Print on paper
Measures:
Height 33cm
Width 74cm
Print on paper
In good conservative condition, present signs of time due to use and age. (Please see phot...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Antique Hand Carved Phoenix & Dragon w. Large Mirror Side Table Entry Hall Stand
By Gabriel Viardot
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare large and extremely sculptural wall table with marble inlay and beveled mirror.
If you are appreciative of rare and sculptural antiques then this large mirror / side table could be exactly what you are looking for. The quality and the patina of the large, fighting phoenix bird and dragon frame is second to none and for it to be in such good condition is truly amazing. It takes a special craftsman and artist to create such a piece, the type that you simply don't find anymore in this day and age. Because of the subject matter and the great quality, the first name that comes to mind would be that of master sculptor Gabriel Viardot. However, Viardot virtually made all of his dragon sculptures in the Chinoiserie style and this piece is clearly more European. In terms of the quality of the carvings, whomever created this unique piece of furniture certainly was no less artistic or skilled as Viardot, because this piece really is among the best you will ever see. The way in which this hand carved wooden phoenix is holding the shield-like beveled mirror in its claws and the way the dragon seems to try to fend off the enormous and fierce phoenix is both dramatic and impressive at the same time and it will never seize to amaze you or anyone visiting. Especially when you see the detailed carvings and the true size of this work of beauty in real life, you will be stunned. By the way, we learned that in imperial China, the dragon and the phoenix were respectively associated with the Emperor and the Empress...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Marble
Antique Large Hand Carved Oak Gothic Art Panel, Depicting Christ and 12 Apostles
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and unique 'sermon on the mount' wall plaque with Jesus and the apostles carved in high relief.
This large size work of religious art dep...
Category
Early 19th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Oak
French Manufacture Aubusson signed Tapestry 19th - Galante Scene - N° 1425
By Royal Manufacture of Aubusson, Aubusson Manufacture
Located in Paris, FR
A stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower We are a family business specializing in the purchase, sale and
expertise of old, modern and contemporary tapestries, rugs, kilims and textiles....
Category
1860s French Aubusson Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Silk
Set 4 portraits The Beatles, Avedon, Psychedelic, Pop Art, Rock Band, Music 1967
By Richard Avedon
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Set of 4 portraits The Beatles, by Richard Avedon in 1967.
Artist: Avedon Richard
Title: Beatles – Set of four portraits
Date: 1967
Size (w x h): 18.9 ...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Museum Quality Bronze of Christ Wall Plaque Sculpture "Jesus Carrying the Cross"
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunningly powerful and meaningful work of religious art.
With works of religious art being one of our specialties, over the decades we have sold quite a few special antiques in this field. With this bronze antique the artist clearly shows us a fragment out of one of the most famous scenes that took place in the history of mankind. Christ has already been beaten, mocked, given a wreath of thorns and having to carry the enormous cross. As you can see the quality of the details and the workmanship is excellent, but the scene and its meaning ofcourse is even more impressive. Please notice how particularly the facial features reveil the peaceful state of being that lies underneath the exterior of this Christ sculpture...
Category
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Bronze
Antique Print of Hôtel National des Invalides, 'circa 1760'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Vue Generale Perspective de l'Hôtel Royal des Invalides'. Bird's-eye view of Hôtel National des Invalides, Paris, France. Published, circa 1760.
Category
Mid-18th Century Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Antique Print of Elephants in the Kingdom of Ava by Symes '1800'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Manière de prendre les Eléphants sauvages dans les Forêts du Royaume d'Ava'. Print of catching elephants in the Kingdom of Ava, Burma. This print originates fro...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Large, Good Condition and Stylish Antique English Victorian Oak Wall Barometer
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning design and top quality executed antique barometer.
This late 19th-early 20th century, English manufactured wall barometer has everything that makes an antique worthwhile. F...
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Bobyrug’s Nice French Aubusson Style Jacquard Tapestry “Berger Galant”
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Exquisite French tapestry from the mid-20th century, featuring a design reminiscent of François Boucher's paintings. Titled 'Le Berger Galant,' this captivating piece portrays a cha...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Original 1979 Exhibition Poster by María Simón
Located in Barcelona, ES
Original 1979 Exhibition Poster by María Simón – Sala Gaspar, Barcelona
Artist: María Simón
Exhibition: Sala Gaspar, Barcelona
Year: 1979
Dimensions: 66 x 44.5 cm
Condition: Goo...
Category
1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Antique Print of the Hindu God Vishnu Incarnated as Krishna, 1672
Located in Langweer, NL
This original antique print shows the Hindu god Vishnu incarnated as Krishna. Dutch text on verso. From: 'Naauwkeurige Beschryvinge van Malabar en Choromande...
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1670s Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Majestic Hunter: The American Belted Kingfisher in Its Natural Habitat, 1749
Located in Langweer, NL
Original hand-colored antique bird print showing an American Kingfisher from the book "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" (1743-1751) by George Edwards.
This hand-colored engraving showcases the bird perched on a branch, holding a fish in its beak.
The kingfisher is characterized by its distinctive plumage, with a slate-blue back and wings, a speckled tail, and a prominent crest on its head. Its body is white underneath with some pinkish hues near the breast. The bird's sharp beak is shown spearing a fish, emphasizing its hunting prowess. The surrounding environment includes a simple background with water and vegetation, highlighting the bird's natural habitat. This illustration is part of an increasingly rare and treasured collection of natural history artwork from the 18th century.
George Edwards (1694–1773) was an English naturalist and ornithologist who is often referred to as the "father of British ornithology." His most famous work, "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" (1743-1751), and its continuation "Gleanings of Natural History" (1758-1764), contain detailed illustrations and descriptions of many bird species, many of which were little known or newly discovered at the time. Edwards' work is highly regarded for its accuracy, artistry, and contribution to the field of ornithology.
About George Edwards:
1. **Early Life and Career**:
- Born in Stratford, Essex, Edwards was apprenticed to a tradesman in London. However, he developed an interest in natural history and began studying birds, insects, and other animals.
- He spent some time traveling in Europe, studying various collections of natural history specimens.
2. **Publications**:
- **"A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" (1743-1751)**: This work is a collection of 210 hand-colored engravings of birds. It is known for its meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in depicting bird species.
- **"Gleanings of Natural History" (1758-1764)**: This series continued the work started in "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" and included additional birds as well as other animals.
- His publications also included detailed observations and descriptions, making them valuable not only for their artistic merit but also for their scientific content.
3. **Artistic and Scientific Contributions**:
- Edwards was known for his ability to combine artistic skill with scientific precision. His illustrations often depicted birds in lifelike poses and settings, showing their natural behaviors.
- He collaborated with and was influenced by other naturalists and illustrators of his time, such as Carl Linnaeus and Mark Catesby.
- Edwards' works were used by Linnaeus in the development of his system of taxonomy.
4. **Legacy**:
- George Edwards' contributions to ornithology and natural history have had a lasting impact. His detailed and accurate illustrations helped to advance the study of birds and influenced subsequent generations of naturalists and artists.
- His books remain highly prized by collectors and are considered important historical documents in the field of natural history.
### "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" and Its Importance:
- **Illustrations**: Each illustration in Edwards' work was carefully hand-colored, and the engravings were often accompanied by descriptive text that included observations about the birds' habitats, behaviors, and physical characteristics.
- **Scientific Accuracy**: Edwards took great care to ensure the accuracy of his depictions, often working from specimens he had observed firsthand.
- **Influence**: The work was well-received in its time and remains a significant reference for ornithologists and historians. It contributed to a greater understanding and appreciation of bird species from around the world.
Overall, George Edwards' work represents a critical intersection of art and science during the Enlightenment period, capturing the beauty and diversity of the natural world while contributing to the scientific knowledge of his time.
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The bird depicted is a Belted Kingfisher...
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1740s Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Pair of Early 20th-Century Tudor Style Repoussé Brass Wall Plates, Set of 2
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Pair of Large Repoussé Brass Wall Hanging Platters - Tudor Depictions of a Pub Inn
This stunning pair of large brass wall platters features intricate Tudor-style designs, showcasing...
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Early 20th Century English Tudor Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Antique Arts & Crafts Hand Carved Oak Floor Easel / Artist Display Stand ca1910
Located in Lisse, NL
Excellent condition, Arts & Crafts handmade solid oakwood picture stand.
This beautiful gallery easel is another one of our recent rare finds and it...
Category
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
Leviathan of the Depths: The Sperm Whale in 18th Century Scientific Art
Located in Langweer, NL
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...
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1770s Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Contemporary Italian Hand Colored Roman Vase Print with Handcrafted Black Frame
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Extra large Roman vase printed on a hand press on 100% cotton engraving paper.
Completely hand painted with a cream wash, umber highlights, and matte black details.
Light brown mat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Paper
Antique Map of Japan with Scale and Compass Rose, c.1730
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Naauwkeurige Kaart van 'T Keizerryk Japan (..).'
Attractive detailed map of Japan. With scale and compass rose. This map originates from 'Hedendaegsche historie...
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18th Century Antique Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Hidden in Plain Sight Marsala Wallpaper by Magnus Gjoen
Located in Firenze, IT
Background: Marsala
Subjects: Multicolor
Designer: Magnus Gjoen
Designed by hand in Digital Art
Project Miscellanea
Graphic dev: Pattern
Collection: Racconti
Made in: Italy
Printing...
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2010s Italian Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Pablo Picasso Style Stoneware Wall Hanging Tile decorated with a Dove
By Pablo Picasso
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A beautiful hand painted and thickly glazed decorative wall tile by an unknown artist, influenced by the works of Pablo Picasso.
The wall plaque is decora...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Wall Decorations
Materials
Stoneware
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