Continental Europe - Prints

Portuguese Equestrian Training Engravings — Baroque Horsemanship, 1790 This striking set of three antique copperplate engravings originates from the celebrated Portuguese equestrian...

Rare original vintage set of 2 "Città di Carta" screen print on wood panels, designed by Piero Fornasetti / made in Milan Italy by Fornasetti Original label on the back Each panel ha...

Renaissance Wind Cosmology Woodcut with Globe & Elemental Winds, 1590 This striking late 16th-century German woodcut page originates from an early ency...

Vintage botanical mushroom illustration print, published by E. Hochdanz, Stuttgart (Germany), circa late 19th – early 20th century, featuring meticulously hand-colored depictions of ...

Antique Sugarcane Botanical Print – Saccharum officinarum, Hayne Plate 100 Description: This finely executed botanical engraving depicts Saccharum officinarum, the sugarcane plant, shown with scientific clarity and quiet elegance. The composition presents the full growth habit with segmented canes and flowering plume, accompanied by precise analytical details of the inflorescence and spikelets, as well as a separate cross-section of the cane. The balance between clarity and restraint is characteristic of early German academic botany at its best. The print originates from Friedrich Gottlob Hayne’s monumental work Getreue Darstellung und Beschreibung der in der Arzneykunde gebräuchlichen Gewächse, published in Berlin in the early 19th century. Hayne was one of the most important botanical authors of his time, and his work played a crucial role in standardizing the visual language of medicinal and economic botany across Europe. Each plate was engraved on copper and then carefully hand colored, combining scientific accuracy with refined aesthetic appeal. Sugarcane held enormous economic and medicinal importance in the 18th and 19th centuries, linked to global trade networks, colonial agriculture, and the production of sugar as both food and pharmaceutical ingredient. As such, this plate carries strong historical resonance beyond its botanical subject, appealing equally to collectors of natural history, economic botany, and early scientific illustration. Visually, the print works exceptionally well as a stand-alone sheet. The calm composition, generous margins, and soft hand coloring make it particularly attractive for interior settings, from classic libraries to contemporary spaces where natural history prints are used as architectural accents. Condition report: Good antique condition. Light, even age toning to the paper consistent with age. Minor surface marks and soft handling wear visible on close inspection. Plate impression visible. No major tears or losses. Framing tips: This print benefits from a wide mat to emphasize its scientific elegance. Recommended combinations include a black or dark walnut frame with an ivory or parchment mat for a classic look, or a slim natural oak frame with an off-white mat for a lighter, contemporary presentation. Avoid overly dark mats, which can overpower the delicate hand coloring. Technique: Copper engraving with original hand coloring Maker: Friedrich Gottlob Hayne, Berlin, early 19th century Keywords: antique botanical print, sugarcane print, sugar cane botanical, saccharum officinarum, antique plant illustration, hand colored botanical, 19th century botanical print, natural history wall art, framed botanical print, antique agricultural print, economic botany illustration, tropical plant artwork, colonial trade decor, kitchen botanical wall art...

Antique Mecklenburg Horse Portrait 1898, German Warmblood Equestrian Wall Art This original antique colour lithograph from 1898 depicts No. 4...

Pair of Classical Dressage Engravings — Haute École Horsemanship, c.1750 This elegant pair of mid-18th century hand-colored copperplate engravings illustrates advanced movements fro...

1970s Original rare gorgeous Patrick Nagel "Swimmers" Lithograph. Signature printed. Copyright 1979 Mirage Editions Inc. Santa Monica. Printed in the U.S.A This lithograph is in exce...

Antique Botanical Prints Alpine Flora Set of 8, Chromolithographs, 1897 A beautifully cohesive set of eight late 19th-century botanical prints depicting a variety of alpine flowerin...

Chameleons in Tropical Foliage – Antique Reptile Natural History Print by P.J. Smit, 1895 This attractive antique natural history print depicts several chameleons moving through a network of leafy tropical branches. Beautifully illustrated by P. J. Smit, the composition captures the remarkable anatomy and behavior of these fascinating reptiles, presenting them within their natural environment rather than as isolated scientific specimens. At the center of the image, a large chameleon extends its extraordinarily long tongue toward an unsuspecting insect, illustrating one of nature's most remarkable hunting adaptations. Other chameleons perch among the branches, their curled tails and distinctive body forms carefully rendered with scientific precision. The artist skillfully portrays the reptiles' independently moving eyes, grasping feet, and prehensile tails, all features that have made chameleons among the most recognizable reptiles in the world. Produced during the golden age of natural history publishing, this print reflects the Victorian fascination with exotic wildlife and scientific discovery. Advances in color lithography enabled publishers to create illustrations that were both educational and highly decorative. The soft greens, warm earth tones, and delicate foliage create a harmonious composition that remains visually appealing more than a century later. Unlike many zoological illustrations of the period, this scene conveys movement and behavior. The hunting chameleon creates a dynamic focal point while the surrounding foliage establishes a convincing tropical setting. Such narrative natural history images are particularly sought after by collectors because they combine artistic quality with scientific interest. Today, antique reptile prints...

Antique Indigenous Peoples of the Americas Print Collection, ca. 1852 A visually striking and historically fascinating complete set of ten original hand-colored lithographs depictin...

Hawaiian Volcanoes & Valleys – Antique Voyage Engravings, Renzi, Paris 1836 A rare and visually striking set of three small original antique engravings depicting the dramatic volcan...

Trio of Antique Botanical Prints: Chrysanthemum Carinatum, Paris Daisy & Chrysanthemums This exquisite set of antique botanical prints highlights "Chrysanthemum Carinatum," "Marg...

Antique Botanical Prints – Decorative Set of 10 Hand Colored Plant Engravings Description: This refined set of ten antique botanical engravings offers a calm, natural elegance that ...

Antique Thoroughbred Horse Portrait 1898, Pur Sang Equestrian Lithograph This original antique colour lithograph from 1898 depicts Le Cheval de Pur-Sang, the Thoroughbred, the most ...

Antique print titled 'Chinese Punishment of the Rack'. Print of Chinese punishment of the rack. The rack is a torture device consisting of a rectangular...

St Mary Protectress of Innocents, Antique German Chromolithograph c.1900 This exceptionally tender and beautifully composed late 19th–early 20th century German chromolithograph depi...

Antique India Battle Print – Siege of Mooltan 1849, Elephant War Scene A striking and highly decorative mid-19th century historical engraving depicting The Siege of Mooltan, 1849, o...

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

Bird’s-Eye View of Charleston, South Carolina – Panoramic City Engraving, 19th C. This impressive 19th-century engraving titled Bird’s-Eye View of Charleston presents a sweeping pan...

The antique map titled 'Royaumes de Perse Herat & Kaboul' is an attractive map of Persia. Here are the key details and features of the map: 1. **Geographic Coverage**: - The map ...

The image displays a collection of six chromolithographs depicting various plant species. These illustrations are characterized by their botanical accuracy and aesthetic appeal, typi...

Japanese Ornament Print – Antique Lithograph of Geometric & Floral Patterns, c.1869 This vibrant chromolithograph presents a dazzling array of Japanese ornamental designs, featuring...

Rivinus botanicals: Lotus, Lathyrus & Hedysarum, Leipzig, 1690s Set of three late-17th/early-18th-century botanical copper engravings with period hand-colour, attributed to Augustus...

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

Mexican Woman Costume Print – Antique Hand-Colored Lithograph, 1854 This antique hand-colored lithograph, published in 1854 in Album des Voyages Anciens et Modernes by Martial Ardan...

Title: Festive Parade – Adrian von Bubenberg and His Household Banner This magnificent hand-colored lithograph, created by H. Jenny and lithographed by Kümmerly and Wittmer, is par...

Plaza Santo Domingo Mexico City – Antique Architectural Engraving, 1867 This 19th-century engraving presents a detailed view of Plaza Santo Domingo in Mexico City, one of the city’s...

Antique costume print titled 'Le Progrès'. Old fashion print of various men and women illustrating the fashion trends of February, 1881. Artists and Engravers: Published for 'La G...

Antique print titled 'Turkey - Turque - Turkey'. Chromolithograph of Turkish costumes. This print originates from 'Le Costume Historique' by M.A. Raci...

Series of 4 Elegant hand-watercoloured prints representing dried plants from Apiaceous botanical family, painted with notes of antique rose and sand color shade. They are represente...

"Verdant Vintage: A Triptych from Edward Step's Botanical Compendium" Presenting "Verdant Vintage," an exquisite selection of original antique prints from the seminal volume "Favour...

Antique Hand-Colored Costume Print of Greece, Turkey and Armenia c1860 A refined and historically evocative mid-19th century costume print depicting figures from Greece and the Otto...

Rivinus botanicals: Anonis, Hedysarum & Genista hispanica, Leipzig, 1690s Set of three late-17th/early-18th-century botanical copper engravings with period hand-colour, attributed t...

Antique Kitten Etching by Kurt Meyer-Eberhardt – Estate Edition 1977 This charming etching of a kitten, created by the celebrated German artist Kurt Meyer-Eberhardt (1895–1977), bea...

Keith Haring, signed and numbered. Silkscreen representing characters, in red, orange, green and blue tones, in its blond oak frame. Numbered 53/150. American work realized in the...

The Angelus at Sunset, After Millet, Antique European Chromolithograph This atmospheric late 19th-century European chromolithograph presents a devotional rural scene inspired by Jea...

The High Mettled Racer – The Foal, after Alken, 19th century Description: A late 19th century color photomechanical print after Henry Thomas Alken’s equestrian series The High Mettl...

Antique print titled 'Celtic Byzantine - Celtico Byzantin - Keltisch Byzantinisch'. Chromolithograph of "Celtic" ornament from various sources, 6th-11th centuries ornaments. This pri...

These botanical prints from "Les Plantes à Feuillage Coloré, Tome Second," published in Paris in 1880 with J. Rothschild as the editor, are beautiful representations of the plant spe...

German Travelers - After Lucas Cranach, 1840 - Hand-Colored 19th Century Engraving This charming hand-colored engraving, titled "Voyageurs" ('Travelers'), is based on a design inspi...

English Spot Rabbits – Wildlife Lithograph by Henri Verstijnen, c.1925 This charming wildlife lithograph by the Dutch artist Henri Verstijnen depicts a family of English Spot rabbit...

Antique print titled 'Pl. 11 Mollusques'. Old print of different types of molluscs. This print originates from 'Dictionnaire Universel d’Histoire Naturelle' by Charles D’Orbigny...

Print from the Collection Botanique Vegetables representinga group of three different types of artichokes enriched with green colors and nuances of watercolor. Another different veg...

This antique map, titled "Totius Americae Septentrionalis et Meridionalis," represents a significant cartographic piece from 1710 by Johann Baptist Homann. Here's a description of this remarkable map: - Title: Totius Americae Septentrionalis et Meridionalis (...) - Date: Published in 1710 by Johann Baptist Homann. Description: This map is a first edition of Johann Baptiste Homann's map of America, and it is notable for several cartographic features and historical representations: 1. California as an Island...

Antique print titled 'Chevalier de l'Ordre de St. Jaques de l'Epee'. Print of a Knight of the Order of Santiago, Order of St. James of the Sword. This print originates from 'Histoire...

Antique Engraving of King Richard II – Published London, 1785 This fine copperplate engraving depicts King Richard II of England (1367–1400), who reigned from 1377 until his deposit...

Title: Unique 1806 Kurma Vishnu Tortoise Avatar Antique Print - Hindu Engraving Description: This remarkable antique print, titled "IIme Incarnation, de Vichenou en Tortue," illustr...

Antique print titled 'Het Huis te Herlaar en het Dorp Tienhoven langs de Lek te zien'. View of the village of Tienhoven, the Netherlands. This print originates from 'Het verheerlykt ...

Antique Alpine Flower Prints Set of 8, Elegant Botanical Wall Decor, c.1897 A refined and highly decorative set of eight antique alpine botanical ch...

Title: 1897 Antique Botanical Prints – Cornflower, Immortelle, Canterbury Bells Description: This set of three original botanical prints...

Print from the Collection Botanique Vegetables representinga group of three different types of artichokes enriched with green colors and nuances of watercolor. Another different veg...

Antique print titled ''Ernestus Ferreus Arch'. **Ernest the Iron (1377-1424)** Background: Ernest the Iron, also known as Ernst der Eiserne, was a member of the House of Habsburg....

Medieval Knight in Chainmail with Bascinet and Sword, circa 13th Century This striking antique costume print, labeled MCCC. No 94. and published in 1845 in the renowned series *Cost...

The Dean of Westminster Bringing the Crown – Coronation of George IV, 1821 – Stipple and Mezzotint in Colours by Sir George Naylor A finely executed stipple and mezzotint engraving ...

Trio of Antique Botanical Daisy Prints: Swan River Daisy, Double Daisies & Michaelmas Daisies This charming set of antique botanical prints features "Swan River Daisy" (Brachy...

Prints from the Collection Botanique Vegetables representinga group of three different types of artichokes enriched with green colors and nuances of watercolor. Another different ve...

Title: 1806 Engraving: Vishnu's Divine Majesty in Hindu Iconography Description: This striking antique print, titled "Vichenou, Faisant ablation," showcases the Hindu deity Vishnu i...

This antique print titled Penryn depicts the picturesque town of Penryn in Cornwall, England. The engraving showcases the tranquil beauty of the town, situated on the water’s edge an...

Native American Tattoos & Tribal Dress, Brodtmann Lithograph, 1816 This striking original hand-colored lithograph depicts two members of a Native American tribe, shown in ceremo...