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Item Ships From: Continental Europe
Good Samaritan Engraving – Luke X Helping the Injured Man 1735
Located in Langweer, NL
Good Samaritan Engraving – Luke X Helping the Injured Man 1735 This antique engraving illustrates the Parable of the Good Samaritan from the Gospel of Luke, Chapter 10, published in...
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Antique Chromolithograph of Marine Life with Coral, Fish and Sea Creatures, 1890
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Chromolithograph of Marine Life with Coral, Fish, and Sea Creatures, ca. 1890 This engaging and finely detailed chromolithograph, titled “Das Leben im Meere” (Life in the Sea), dates to around 1890 and illustrates a vibrant array of marine animals in their underwater habitat. Rendered in striking full color, this educational plate combines artistic beauty with scientific accuracy, representative of late 19th-century natural history imagery used in schools, encyclopedias, and popular science publications. The composition features an impressive diversity of sea creatures and plant life, carefully labeled with corresponding letters. In the foreground, prominent figures include a large green lobster (g. Hummer), a sea turtle (a. Meer­schild­kröte), and a large crab (e. Großer Taschenkrebs), all shown in highly naturalistic detail. Surrounding them are other fascinating marine organisms such as a squid (h. Tintenfisch), starfish (k. Seesterne), shrimp (f. Garneele), sea urchins (i. Seeigel), sea anemones (m. Seeanemonen), jellyfish (l. Schirmquallen), and colorful coral (n. Edelkoralle). Also depicted are a seahorse (d. Seepferdchen), a flatfish or sole (b. Goldbutte), and a herring (c. Hering), among others. Beyond the foreground, the underwater world fades into an atmospheric gradient, with swaying sea plants, drifting jellyfish, and distant ships visible at the water’s surface. The overall composition is both decorative and informative, capturing the sense of wonder and discovery associated with marine biology during the 19th century—a period of growing interest in the natural sciences. Such prints were prized not only for their educational value but also as art objects. Today, this image appeals to collectors of antique scientific illustrations...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Zoology Print of Starfish, Sea Urchins and Sea Cucumbers by T Bromme c1865
Located in Langweer, NL
Zoology Print of Starfish, Sea Urchins and Sea Cucumbers by T Bromme c1865 This detailed hand-colored lithograph was published around 1865 by German geographer and scientific educator Traugott Bromme. Taken from his educational compendium *Illustrirter Hand-Atlas der Erde und der Menschheit*, this plate presents a captivating array of echinoderms, including starfish, sea urchins, brittle stars, feather stars, and sea cucumbers—marine invertebrates known for their radial symmetry and varied textures. At the center of the plate is a large sea cucumber (1), shown in profile with fine detail in its tube feet and body texture. Prominently featured are multiple starfish species (7, 8, 9), including both classic five-armed and more elaborate forms like a sunstar (12). Also included are brittle stars (10, 11), distinguishable by their slender, flexible arms. A variety of sea urchins (4, 5, 6, 17) are represented in both their natural forms and skeletal structures. The plate also includes feather stars or crinoids (3), whose delicate, feathered arms evoke the movement of aquatic flora. Additional forms such as the sea lily and other early echinoderms further illustrate the evolutionary range of this phylum. Each species is numbered and arranged with clear spacing and balance, rendered with lithographic precision and enhanced through delicate hand coloring. These prints offered 19th-century audiences both education and aesthetic pleasure, combining scientific observation with artistic presentation. This particular sheet is ideal for collectors of marine natural history, antique scientific illustration...
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St. Paul and Corinthians – Glories in Sufferings, c.1735 Engraving
Located in Langweer, NL
St. Paul to Corinthians Engraving – Paul Glories in Sufferings c.1735 Description: This dramatic antique engraving titled “The II Epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians” depicts Pau...
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1961 Moisès Villèlia Linocut — “Aumun”, No. 89/100, Illustrating a Poem
Located in Barcelona, ES
1961 Moisès Villèlia Linocut — “Aumun” (Colour Variant), No. 89/100, with Alain Arias-Misson Poem, Framed & Free Worldwide Shipping Red pulses through Villèlia’s organic lattice lik...
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1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Prints

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Marriage of Napoleon and Marie-Louise, 1810 - Galerie historique de Versailles
Located in Langweer, NL
Marriage of Napoleon and Marie-Louise, 1810 - Galerie historique de Versailles This finely detailed engraving depicts the ceremonial marriage of Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte and Mar...
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1840s French Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Jesus as Good Shepherd Engraving – John X Protects Flock c.1735
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Jesus as Good Shepherd Engraving – John X Protects Flock c.1735 Description: This deeply symbolic antique engraving titled “Christ is the good shepherd, he giveth his life fo...
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Miraculous Draught – John XXI Antique Engraving, circa 1735
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Miraculous Draught of Fishes Engraving – John XXI c.1735 Description: This beautifully detailed antique engraving titled “The draught of Fishes” illustrates the miraculous ca...
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Christ’s Charge to Peter Engraving – John XXI Feed My Sheep c.1735
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Christ’s Charge to Peter Engraving – John XXI Feed My Sheep c.1735 Description: This deeply moving antique engraving titled “Christ’s Charge to Peter” illustrates the moment ...
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St. Paul to Romans – Justification by Faith, Antique Engraving c.1735
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: St. Paul to Romans Engraving – Justification by Faith Alone c.1735 Description: This powerful antique engraving titled “The Epistle of St. Pau...
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St. Paul to Corinthians – Resurrection Proven, Antique Engraving c.1735
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: St. Paul to Corinthians Engraving – Resurrection & Faith Proven c.1735 Description: This striking antique engraving titled “The First Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Corin...
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St. Paul to Philippians Engraving – Paul in Bonds Writing Epistle c.1735
Located in Langweer, NL
St. Paul to Philippians Engraving – Paul in Bonds Writing Epistle c.1735 Description: This evocative antique engraving titled “The Epistle of St. Paul to the Philippians” depicts th...
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Napoleon Bonaparte on Horseback – Imperial Guard Lithograph, 1859
Located in Langweer, NL
Napoleon Bonaparte on Horseback – Imperial Guard Lithograph, 1859 This finely hand-colored lithograph presents a commanding portrait of Napoleon I on horseback, surrounded by office...
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1850s Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Fort St. George on the Coromandel Coast – Hand-Colored Engraving by Sayer, 1754
Located in Langweer, NL
Fort St. George on the Coromandel Coast – Hand-Colored Engraving by R. Sayer, London, 1754 This rare and striking hand-colored engraving depicts Fort St. George, the first British f...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Victorian Triptych of Alpine Flowers from Alpine Plants by David Wooster 1874
Located in Langweer, NL
Victorian Triptych of Alpine Flowers from Alpine Plants by David Wooster 1874 This rare and visually striking triptych features three original hand-coloured lithographs from the cel...
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1870s Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Roman Excavation Print - 1820 Pinelli & Bridgens Etching
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Roman Excavation Print - 1820 Pinelli & Bridgens Etching Description: This detailed 1820 etching, titled "Excavating Near the Temple of Jupiter Stator, Rome," captures the bu...
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1820s Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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After Henri Matisse Bleu Print, circa 1990
By (after) Henri Matisse
Located in Barcelona, ES
After Henri Matisse — Nu Bleu (Blue Nude), c. 1990 Published by Centre Pompidou, 1999 This striking large-format poster features one of Henri Matisse’s most iconic cut-outs, Nu Bleu...
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Continental Europe - Prints

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Rare Engraving of Sani, Hindu Deity on Raven, Antique Print, 1806
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Rare 1782 Sonnerat Engraving of Sani, Hindu Deity on Raven Description: This captivating antique print, titled "Sani," was created by French naturalist and explorer Pierre So...
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Early 1800s Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Catholic Mass Scenes in Twelve Stages – Rare 1734 Religious Engraving
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Catholic Mass Scenes in Twelve Stages – Rare 1734 Religious Engraving Description: This intricate copperplate engraving, published in 1734 as part of *The Ceremonies and Reli...
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Marc Chagall Color Cliché Editions du Chêne 1947 Framed
By Marc Chagall
Located in Barcelona, ES
Marc Chagall Color Cliché Editions du Chêne 1947 Framed Enter the enchanting world of Marc Chagall with this beautifully crafted color cliché, published by Editions du Chêne in ...
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Prints

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Botanical Prints: Hydrangea Hortensia, Deutzia Gracilis and Japanese Spirea
Located in Langweer, NL
Trio of Antique Botanical Prints: Hydrangea Hortensia, Deutzia Gracilis, and Japanese Spirea This graceful set of three antique botanical prints beautifully illustrates "Hydrangea...
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1890s Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Madonna and Child with Rosary – Antique French Religious Print, c.1850
Located in Langweer, NL
Madonna and Child with Rosary – La Ste Vierge dite au Chapelet, circa 1850 This elegant 19th-century lithograph titled La Ste Vierge dite au Chapelet (The Holy Virgin Known as the R...
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St. Paul the Apostle – Vision & Conversion, Acts IX Engraving c.1735
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: St. Paul the Apostle Engraving – Acts IX Vision & Conversion c.1735 Description: This impressive antique engraving titled “St. Paul the Apostle” illustrates the powerful mome...
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1897 Botanical Print – Alpine Forget-Me-Not (Myosotis Alpestris)
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: 1897 Botanical Print – Alpine Forget-Me-Not (Myosotis Alpestris) Description: This original 1897 botanical print features the alpine forget-me-not (*Myosotis alpestris*),...
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The Ceremonies of the Low Mass – Complete Engraved Cycle in Three Plates, 1734
Located in Langweer, NL
The Ceremonies of the Low Mass – Complete 18th-Century Engraved Cycle in Three Plates This rare and beautifully preserved set of three 18th-century copperplate engravings forms a co...
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1980s Original Gorgeous Patrick Nagel "The Book" Art Poster.
By Patrick Nagel
Located in Milano, IT
1980s Original rare gorgeous Patrick Nagel "The Book" art poster. Signature printed. Copyright 1985 Mirage Publishing Inc. Santa Monica. This poster is in excellent condition and so ...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Prints

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Detailed 1805 Engraving of Ancient Egyptian and Classical Artifacts from Bertuch
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Detailed 1805 Engraving of Ancient Egyptian and Classical Artifacts from Bertuch Description: This intricate engraving, sourced from Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s *Porte-Feuille des Enfants* (Children's Portfolio), published in 1805, highlights a collection of ancient artifacts and sculptures from Egyptian and classical traditions. The pieces are rendered with precision, offering a unique glimpse into the artistry and symbolism of ancient civilizations. The engraving features: - **Fig. 1**: An Apis bull...
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Early 1800s Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Set of 1770s Cannon Foundry Engravings from Diderot’s Encyclopédie, France
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Set of 1770s Cannon Foundry Engravings from Diderot’s Encyclopédie, France Description: This set of eighteenth-century engravings, titled Fonte des Canons, originates from ...
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"A Playful Mess" - Cats and Kittens by Henriette Ronner (1894)
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "A Playful Mess" - Cats and Kittens by Henriette Ronner (1894) Description: "A Playful Mess" is an endearing print from the "Cats and Kittens" series by Henriette Ronner, pub...
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1890s Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Antique Ballet Prints Compilation with Delicate Rococo Costumes, circa 1860
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Ballet Prints Compilation with Delicate Rococo Costumes, circa 1860 Description: This captivating compilation of antique ballet prints, dated 1...
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1980s Original Gorgeous Patrick Nagel "The Book" Lithograph.
Located in Milano, IT
1980s Original rare gorgeous Patrick Nagel "The Book" Lithograph. Signature printed. Copyright 1981 Mirage Publishing Inc. Santa Monica. This lithograph is in excellent condition and...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Prints

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Napoleon's Defense of Burgos Castle in Spain, 1812 - Peninsular War Engraving
Located in Langweer, NL
Defense of Burgos Castle, October 1812 - Historical Battle Engraving by A. Sandoz Detailed description: This dramatic etching, "Défense du Château de Burgos, octobre 1812," vividly...
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1840s Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Anatomy Print: Skeleton, Skull, Organs & Nerves Study – Antique 1867
Located in Langweer, NL
Anatomy Print: Skeleton, Skull, Organs & Nerves Study – Antique 1867 This detailed antique print presents a comprehensive anatomical study from the 19th century, depicting the human...
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1860s German Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Intricate Dragon Motif Design, Decorative Japanese Art by Audsley, 1884
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Intricate Dragon Motif Design – Plate X from Section VII Description: This remarkable artwork, Plate X from Section VII of G. A. Audsley's renowned study of Japanese decora...
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1880s Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Vincent van Gogh Framed Color Cliché, Editions du Chêne, 1947
By Vincent van Gogh
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Vincent van Gogh Framed Color Cliché, Editions du Chêne, 1947 Medium: Color cliché Publisher: Editions du Chêne, Paris, France Date: 1947 Frame: Solid wood (example shown, final fra...
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Prints

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Pair of Contemporary Italian Hand Coloured Roman Vase Prints with Black Frames
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Pair of Extra large Roman Vase printed on a hand press on 100% cotton engraving paper. Completely handpainted with a cream wash, umber highlights, and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Continental Europe - Prints

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19th-Century Lithograph of a Lioness with Her Playful Cubs in the Wild
Located in Langweer, NL
19th-Century Lithograph of a Lioness with Her Playful Cubs in the Wild This tender 19th-century lithograph beautifully captures a lioness (De Leeuwin) with her young cubs (hare jo...
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1848 Hand-Coloured Lithograph of the Large Indian Grasshopper
Located in Langweer, NL
This is a stunning hand-colored lithograph from 1848, titled Die indische Heuschrecke ("The Indian Grasshopper"). The illustration depicts a vividly detailed and anatomically accurat...
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Eduardo Chillida Framed Lithograph, 1975
By Eduardo Chillida
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This extraordinary small lithograph by Eduardo Chillida, created in 1975, was originally produced as an invitation for one of the artist’s exhibitions. The piece is part of a rare Ep...
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1990s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Continental Europe - Prints

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The Great Supper Engraving – Luke XIV Parable Scene 1735
Located in Langweer, NL
The Great Supper Engraving – Luke XIV Parable Scene 1735 This antique engraving illustrates the Parable of the Great Supper from the Gospel of Luke, Chapter 14, published in 1735. T...
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1730s English Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Botanical Print: Papaver and Hieracium Species from a Natural History Collection
Located in Langweer, NL
Botanical Engraving: 'Papaver' and 'Hieracium' Species from Early 19th-Century Natural History Collection This botanical engraving is a beautifully detailed plate showcasing two pla...
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Early 1800s Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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The Capture of Tarragona, June 28, 1811 - Dramatic Napoleonic War Engraving
Located in Langweer, NL
The Capture of Tarragona, June 28, 1811 - Dramatic Napoleonic War Engraving This striking 19th-century engraving, titled "La prise de Tarragon, le 28 juin 1811," depicts the French ...
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1950 Duilio Barnabè Dubè Screenprint
By Duilio Barnabe
Located in Brescia, IT
Duilio Barnabè Italy, 1950 Screenprint on paper 60/100 Signed "Barnabè" with pencil Original blue wood frame with glass Super rare screenprint Duilio Barnabè (October 7, 1914 – Oc...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Prints

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Pablo Picasso Framed Color Cliche, Editions du Chene, 1943
By Pablo Picasso
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Step into the timeless brilliance of Pablo Picasso with this extraordinary color cliché, expertly edited by Editions du Chêne in Paris, France, in 1943. Adorned by a stunning solid w...
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Prints

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Romantic View of Paris – A Rare 1832 Engraving by Thomas Kelly
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Romantic View of Paris – A Rare 1832 Engraving by Thomas Kelly Description: This hand-colored engraving, published by Thomas Kelly in 1832, offers a picturesque view of Par...
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The Battle of Waterloo: The British Repel Napoleon’s Final Attack, June 18, 1815
Located in Langweer, NL
The Battle of Waterloo: The British Repel Napoleon’s Final Attack, June 18, 1815 Description: This dramatic and finely detailed engraving, published in 1816 as part of 'The Cam...
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1810s Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Zoology Print of Jellyfish, Corals and Marine Invertebrates by T Bromme - c1865
Located in Langweer, NL
Zoology Print of Jellyfish, Corals and Marine Invertebrates by T Bromme c1865 This exceptional hand-colored lithograph, printed circa 1865 by German geographer and educator Traugott Bromme, illustrates a diverse selection of cnidarians and lower marine invertebrates. The plate is taken from Bromme’s influential *Illustrirter Hand-Atlas der Erde und der Menschheit*, which served as both an educational tool and a visual record of 19th-century scientific understanding. The composition prominently features several jellyfish species (2, 3, 4, 5, 6), each drawn in exquisite detail to showcase their translucent bodies, flowing tentacles, and umbrella-like bells. One species (1) resembles a comb jelly or ctenophore, with internal rows of cilia and trailing appendages, hinting at the era’s growing knowledge of deep-sea life. Equally striking are the representations of corals and polyp colonies. A large central brain coral (10) is surrounded by branching and staghorn coral species (9, 11), red coral (12), and coral polyps (7, 8), including both individual and colonial organisms. Small-scale illustrations of microscopic life (15–19) suggest zooplankton, sponges, or protists, rendered with the precision of early microscopy. Bromme’s work was aimed at making natural science accessible and visually compelling. The accuracy and artistic quality of this lithograph make it especially desirable for collectors of marine biology and antique scientific illustration...
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1860s German Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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BRUNO MUNARI 1991 serigraph Black Yellow Signed 43/50
By Bruno Munari
Located in Brescia, IT
Bruno Munari Untitled 1991 Serigraph on paper Ed. 43/50 Wood Frame frame size: h30x25.5x3 cm paper frame: h24x16 cm
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1990s Italian Modern Continental Europe - Prints

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Engraving of Anthony Madox: 1753 Master Contortionist
Located in Langweer, NL
This engraving features Anthony Madox, an English performer known for his dexterity and contortion skills. He was active in the 18th century and was renowned enough to perform before...
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1750s Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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St. Paul to Ephesians Engraving – Paul in Prison Writing Epistle c.1735
Located in Langweer, NL
St. Paul to Ephesians Engraving – Paul in Prison Writing Epistle c.1735 Description: This finely detailed antique engraving titled “The Epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians” depicts...
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1730s English Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Austrian Artillery and Transport Corps during the Napoleonic Wars, circa 1820
Located in Langweer, NL
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...
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1820s Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Ceremonial Tribute to Captain Cook in the Hawaiian Archipelago, circa 1790
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Ceremonial Tribute to Captain Cook in the Hawaiian Archipelago" Description: This antique print depicts a scene titled "An Offering before Capt'n Cook in the Sandwich Island...
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Late 18th Century Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Engraving of a Ceremonial Gathering in New Spain in New Spain by Montanus, 1673
Located in Langweer, NL
This detailed copper engraving originates from Arnoldus Montanus' "Die Unbekannte Neue Welt oder Beschreibung des Welt-teils Amerika und des Sud-Landes", depicting a ceremonial gathering in New Spain...
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1670s Dutch Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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Maritime Scene – Decorative Lithograph by Carel Christiaan Antony Last, 1853
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: *Maritime Scene – Lithograph by Carel Christiaan Antony Last, 1853* This finely detailed maritime lithograph, created in 1853 by Carel Chri...
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Contemporary Italian Handcolored Print, Collection "Marina Fish" 1 of 2
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Elegant hand-colored print representing a beautiful fish "La Onagre Demoiselle del'Amerique", framed by a small gold leaf line. This print is made with a special handmade cotton pape...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Continental Europe - Prints

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Portrait of George Washington - Engraving from the Mid-19th Century
Located in Langweer, NL
Portrait of George Washington Engraving from the Mid-19th Century This antique engraved portrait of George Washington is a dignified depic...
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Antique Print of Chinese Torture or Punishment of the Rack, 1859
Located in Langweer, NL
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...
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Antique Botany Print of The Bistorta Vivipara by Palla, 1897
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique botany print titled 'Polygonum viviparum'. Old botanical print depicting the Bistorta vivipara. This print originates from 'Atlas der Alpenflora' by E. Palla. Artists and E...
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19th Century Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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19th-Century Hand-Coloured Print of Ornate Medieval Armor and Tournament Attire
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: 19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Ornate Medieval Armor and Tournament Attire Description: This captivating hand-coloured lithograph features two meticulously detail...
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1840s Antique Continental Europe - Prints

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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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