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Item Ships From: Netherlands
Colored Antique Print of various Water Plants including Coral in Southeast Asia
By F. Valentijn
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Verscheyde Walvisch-tanden - Zwarte Acarbahaar (..)'. This print depicts various water plants including coral native to South East A...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Colored Antique Print of a Cuscus, Lippano and other Animals
By F. Valentijn
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print depicting a Cuscus, Lipanno, Kemphaan, Mongoose and Chameleon (male and female). This print originates from 'Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën' by F. Valentijn.
François Vale...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Original Vintage Lithograph on Board Promoting Candles, ca.1900
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Bougie de Clichy
Clichy candles certainly illuminate a space. Manufactured in Clichy, France these candles used the finest wax of the age to maximize their efficacy. From ...
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Early 20th Century Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Set of Two Antique Architecture Prints of Various Ornaments by Neufforge
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of two architecture prints depicting various ornaments. These prints originate from 'Recueil Élémentaire d’Architecture' by Jean-Francois de Neufforge. A comprehensive series of ...
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Late 18th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Optical View Depicting a Scene with Fireworks, Subtitled in Four Languages, 1765
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Pyrotechnicae repraesentationis splendidissimae typus'.
Optical view depicting a scene with fireworks (probably on the occasion of the coronation of the Ger...
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1760s Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Set of 2 Colored Antique Prints of Various Fishes and Crustaceans
By F. Valentijn
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of two antique prints of various fishes and crustaceans. These print originate from 'Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën' by F. Valentijn.
François Valentyn or Valentijn (17 April 1666 –...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Print of Matavia Bay 'Tahiti' by Cook, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Gezigt van Matavia-Baai aan het Eiland Otahiti'. This print depicts Matavia Bay, Tahiti. Originates from 'Reizen rondom de Waereld' by J. Cook. Translated by J....
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Print Depicting Part of a Native Costume by Cook, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Krijgsmans Ringkraag van de Eilanders in de Zuid-Zee'. This print depicts a collar of a warrior costume. Originates from 'Reizen Rondom de Waereld door James Co...
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Print of the Fleet of Proas of Tahiti by Cook, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'De Vloot van Otahiti te Oparree verzameld'. This print depicts the fleet of Proas of Tahiti. Originates from 'Reizen rondom de Waereld' by J. Cook. Translated b...
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Rare Large Antique Bird Print Depicting Xantus's Murrlets, 1869
Located in Langweer, NL
**Title:** Antique Bird Print - 'Xantus's Murrelets'
**Description:**
Embark on a journey through time with this captivating antique lithograph from the illustrious work of Daniel Giraud Elliot, 'The New and Heretofore Unfigured Species of the Birds of North America' (1866-1869). This remarkable large folio lithograph showcases the extraordinary beauty and scientific precision in depicting the elusive Xantus's Murrelets.
**Key Features:**
1. **Rare Avian Specimen:** The Xantus's Murrelets, immortalized in this lithograph, represent a rare and elusive species of seabirds. Elliot's meticulous artwork encapsulates the essence of these fascinating creatures, making this print a treasure for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
2. **Unparalleled Detailing:** The lithograph impeccably captures the intricate details of the Xantus's Murrelets, showcasing their distinctive markings, elegant plumage, and unique characteristics. Elliot's expertise shines through every stroke, rendering a lifelike representation of these captivating birds.
3. **Significance in Ornithological History:** As part of Daniel Giraud Elliot's groundbreaking publication, this print holds immense historical and scientific significance, offering a glimpse into the 19th-century exploration and documentation of North American avifauna.
4. **Grand Folio Format:** Measuring [Dimensions], this large folio lithograph commands attention with its size and artistry, making it a standout piece for collectors, bird enthusiasts, and admirers of vintage natural history illustrations.
**Condition:** This antique lithograph remains remarkably preserved, showcasing the original artwork with minor signs of age that authenticate its historical authenticity and vintage allure.
**Provenance:** Originally published in New York for the author between 1866 and 1869, this print carries the legacy of Daniel Giraud Elliot's pioneering work in ornithology, adding to its historical significance.
**Conclusion:**
Indulge in the splendor of avian artistry with this exceptional antique lithograph of Xantus's Murrelets. A blend of scientific precision and artistic finesse, this print represents a rare opportunity to own a piece of natural history that seamlessly merges beauty and scientific exploration.
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Crafting a description that accentuates the rarity, scientific importance, and artistic brilliance of the Xantus's Murrelets print should attract collectors and individuals passionate about avian art and ornithology from that era.
Old bird print depicting Xantus's Murrlets. This print originates from 'The new and heretofore unfigured species of the birds of North America', published 1866-1869.
This spectacular large folio lithograph is from Daniel Giraud Elliot's The New and Heretofore Unfigured Species of the Birds of North America. The work was published in New York for the author between 1866 and 1869. Each lithograph features original hand-coloring. The plates were predmoninantly executed by Bowen of Philadelphia after originals by Elliot and celebrated natural history artist, Joseph Wolf. It is believed only 200 copies of this work were ever printed.
The work generally depicted life-size renderings of birds that were not previously illustrated by Alexander Wilson...
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1860s Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Costume Print of Woman & Child of Friesland, The Netherlands, ca. 1817
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique costume print titled 'Woman & Child of Friesland'. Old costume print depicting a woman and child of the Dutch province 'Friesland'. This print originates from 'The Costume of...
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19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Old Hand-Colored Prints of A Wryneck, Cuckoo, Pigeons and a Stock Dove, ca.1860
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique bird print depicting the wryneck, cuckoo, whiteheaded pigeon, New-Holland pigeon and stock dove.
This print originates from 'Museum of Natural History' by Sir John Richardson...
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1860s Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Botany Print of The Rhododendron Barbatum, 1849
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique botany print titled 'Rhododendrum Barbatum'. Large lithograph of the rhododendron barbatum. This print originates from volume 5 of 'Flore des serres et des jardins de l'Europ...
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19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Pl. 1 Antique Print of Egyptian Motifs from Murals and Reliefs by Racinet
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Egyptian - Egyptien - Aegyptisch'. Chromolithograph of Egyptian motifs from murals and reliefs and various objects ornaments. This print originates from 'l'Orne...
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Late 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Antique Map of the Coast of Acapulco by Anson, 1749
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Disposition des Vaisseaux de l'Escadre commandée par Mr. Anson croisant vis à vis d'Acapulco en 1742'. This map depicts the coast of Acapulco in Mexico with a decorative cartouche and windrose. Acapulco and its port were important to the mission of Commodore George Anson, who captured a Spanish treasure...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Pl. 6 Antique Print of Chinese Embroideries Ornaments by Racinet 'circa 1890'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Chinese - Chinois - Chinesisch'. Chromolithograph of Chinese embroideries (mandarin badge and detail from a court robe) ornaments. Thi...
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Late 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Print of Colonel of Janizaries, the Military Costume of Turkey, 1818
Located in Langweer, NL
This print is from 'The Military Costume of Turkey. Illustrated by A Series of Engravings. From Drawings made on the Spot. Dedicated by Permission to His Excellency the Minister of the Ottoman Porte to his Britannic Majesty.'
London, Published by Thomas M...
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1810s Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Set of 8 Colored Antique Prints of Various Fishes and Crustaceans
By F. Valentijn
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of eight antique prints of various fishes and crustaceans. These print originate from 'Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën' by F. Valentijn.
François Valentyn or Valentijn (17 April 1666...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Set of 12 Colored Antique Prints of Various Fishes and Crustaceans
By F. Valentijn
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of twelve antique prints of various fishes and crustaceans. These print originate from 'Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën' by F. Valentijn.
François Valentyn or Valentijn (17 April 166...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Print of a Spanish Nobleman, 15th Century, by Bonnard, 1860
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled ‘Noble Espagnol, XVe Siecle.’ Original antique print of a Spanish nobleman, 15th century. This print originates from 'Costumes historiques de femmes du XIII, XIV...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Old Fashion Print of Various Men Illustrating the Fashion Trends of May, 1862
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique costume print titled 'Le Télégraphe'. Old fashion print of various men illustrating the fashion trends of May, 1862.
Artists and Engravers: Pu...
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19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Engraving of a Coat of Arms, Originally Published in 1683
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Cavelen Cornelis Nannensz Bonogenden, Aryianse Ouwerkerk, Ian Nannensz Kors, Aert Eldertsz Kool, Adryaen Bisdom, Secretares en Penningmeester'. One of the coats of arms from the large wall map...
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19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Antique Print of the Pineapple Flower or Pineapple Lily or Wine Eucomis, 1806
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique botany print of Eucomis Comosa, also known as pineapple flower, pineapple lily or wine eucomis.
This print originates from 'Curtis's botanical magazine'.
Artists and Engr...
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Early 1800s Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Print of the Cerastes Cerastes Snake by Kearsley '1809'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Cerastes'. Original antique print of the cerastes cerastes snake, commonly known as the Saharan horned viper or the desert horned viper. Published by Kearsley, ...
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Early 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Print of Various Marine Worms or Sea Worms
Located in Langweer, NL
Original antique print of various marine worms or sea worms. This print originates from 'Bilderbuch fur Kinder' by F.J. Bertuch. Friedrich Johann Bertuch (1747-1822) was a German pub...
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Early 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Print of a Still-Life with Fruit, Seafood and a Turkey Pie, 'C.1836'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Fruchtstück von Jan Davidze de Heem'. Lithograph on chine collé with a still-life with fruit and a plate of oysters and seafood, a turkey pie beyond; after Jan de Heem...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Medical Print 'Pl. XXIII' by D. Diderot, circa 1760
Located in Langweer, NL
Plate XXIII: 'Chirurgie'. (Surgery.) This plate shows surgical instruments / medical devices like a syringe, tweezer. This print originates from 'Encyclopédie (..)' by D. Diderot. Pu...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Print of a Mosque in the Malay District of Ambon Island, 1833
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Vue d'une Mosquee au quartier des Malais (Amboine)'. View of a Mosque in the Malay district, Ambon Island. This print originates from 'Voyage de la Corvette l'A...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Pl. 65 Antique Print of Renaissance Ornaments by Racinet (c.1890)
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Renaissance - Renaissance - Renaissance'. Chromolithograph of Renaissance ornaments and decorative arts. This print originates from 'l'Ornement Polychrome' by A...
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Late 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Original Antique Print of the Large Cave of Baradla Near Aggtelek in Hungary
Located in Langweer, NL
Original antique print of the large cave of Baradla near Aggtelek in Hungary. This print originates from 'Bilderbuch fur Kinder' by F.J. Bertuch. Friedrich Johann Bertuch (1747-1822)...
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Early 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Antique Bird Print of the Arctic Tern by Von Wright, 1929
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique bird print titled 'Sterna paradisaea'. Old bird print depicting the Arctic Tern. This print originates from 'Svenska Foglar Efter Naturen Och Pa St...
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20th Century Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Original Antique Print of a Porcupine and other large Rodents
Located in Langweer, NL
Original antique print of a porcupine (Das Canadische Stachelschwein) and other large rodents (Die goldschwänzige Stachelmaus, Die rothe Stachelratte). This print originates from 'Bi...
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Early 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Print of Didelphis species 'Opossum', Flying Squirrel and More
Located in Langweer, NL
Original antique print of Didelphis species, a genus of New World marsupials. This print originates from 'Bilderbuch fur Kinder' by F.J. Bertuch. Friedrich Johann Bertuch (1747-1822)...
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Early 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Pl. 18 Antique Print of Greece Scenes by Racinet, 'circa 1880'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Greece - Grece - Griechenland'. Chromolithograph of Greece scenes. This print originates from 'Le Costume Historique' by M.A. Racinet...
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Late 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Set of 5 Antique Prints of Pyrotechnics 'c.1800'
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of five antique prints of Pyrotechnics, the science and craft of creating such things as fireworks. Published circa 1800.
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Early 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Print of Figures in the Garden of Hampton Court Palace, 'c.1860'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'A Summer Noon: Hampton Court'. Original antique print of groups of figures in the garden of Hampton Court Palace, a group of...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Copper-Line Engraving by Cornelius de Bruyn of Alexandria in Egypt, c.1690
Located in Langweer, NL
Artist: Cornelis de Bruijn (or de Bruyn); 1652 – 1726/7 was a Dutch artist and traveler. He made two large tours and published illustrated books with his observations of people, buil...
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Late 17th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Pl 53 Antique Print of Library Furniture by Kramer, 'circa 1910'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Moderne Moebel zu einem Bibliothek-Zimmer'. Lithograph of library furniture. This print originates from 'Det Moderna Hemmet' by Johannes Kramer. Published by Fe...
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Early 20th Century Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Antique Print of Kangaroo and a 'Javanese' Pangolin in Australia, c.1825
Located in Langweer, NL
A antique print depicting a 'Wolliger Kanguruh' (a kangaroo) and a 'Iavanisches Schuppenthier' (a Pangolin, a scaly anteater) from a German publication around 1825-1830.
Heinri...
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1820s Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Decorative Antique Bird Print of The Pied Flycatcher, 1927
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique bird print titled 'Muscicapa Atricapilla'.
Old bird print depicting the Pied Flycatcher. This print orginates from 'Svenska Foglar Efter Naturen Och Pa Stenritade' by Mag...
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20th Century Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Costume Print of Switzerland by A. Lacouchie, circa 1850
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Costumes Suisses'. This print originates from ‘Les Nations. Album des Costumes de Tous les Pays’ by A. Lacouchie. Published in Paris, circa 1850.
The tradition...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Frontispiece with an Elephant, Lion, Monkey etc, 1749
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique frontispiece with various animals including an elephant, crocodile and lion. This print originates from volume 2 of 'New collection of the strangest travel stories, especiall...
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18th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Beautiful Rare Antique Pocket Calendar for the Year 1722, Nicely Framed, c.1721
Located in Langweer, NL
Beautiful collection of 13 engravings of 300 years old! Nicely framed.
The maker Johann Christoph Weigel, known as Christoph Weigel the Elder (9 November 1654 – 5 February 1725), w...
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1720s German Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Map of Winter Harbour on Melville Island, Australia by Parry's Expedition, 1821
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Survey of Winter Harbour Melville Island, June 1820'.
Chart of the bay or harbor on Melville Island where William Parry's expedit...
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1820s Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Antique Print of a Canal in Amsterdam with Houses, Boats and a Windmill
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Vetering Singel (Amsterdam)'. View of a canal in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Shows several houses, boats and a windmill. Engraved by Th. Chauvel after a paintin...
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Late 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Print of Fossil Leaves from the Prehistoric Period
Located in Langweer, NL
Original antique print of fossil leaves from the Prehistoric period. This print originates from 'Bilderbuch fur Kinder' by F.J. Bertuch. Friedrich Johann...
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Early 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Vintage Print of Boys Cleaning Up Graffiti 'The Saturday Evening Post' '1938'
Located in Langweer, NL
Vintage print of boys cleaning up graffiti. Illustration of 'The Saturday Evening Post', published 1938.
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20th Century Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Original Hand-Colored Antique Print of a Weasel and Fox species
Located in Langweer, NL
Original antique print of a weasel (Das grosse Wiesel) and Fox (Der dreifarbige Fuchs). This print originates from 'Bilderbuch fur Kinder' by F.J. Bertuch. Friedrich Johann Bertuch (...
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Early 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Print of Donkeys by Schinz, c.1830
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Der Maulesel - Der Esel'. Original antique print of donkeys. This print originates from 'Naturgeschichte und Abbildungen ...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Set of 5 Antique Botany Prints, Orange, by Brooks 'c.1870'
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of five antique botany prints. These prints originate from various editions of 'The Floral Magazine'. Published by Vincent Brooks, circa 1870.
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Late 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Pl. 17 Antique Print of Greece Military Objects by Racinet, 'circa 1880'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Greece - Grece - Griechenland'. Chromolithograph of Greece military objects. This print originates from 'Le Costume Historique' by M.A. Racinet. Published, circ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Set of Two Antique Prints of Various Insects Including Spiders and Mites
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of two original antique prints of various insects including spiders, mites and others. These prints originate from 'Bilderbuch fur Kinder' by F.J. Bertuch. Friedrich Johann Bertu...
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Early 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Rare Hand-Colored Antique Fish Print of the Gaimard's Ray, 1842
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print, titled: 'Poissons Plate 2 - La Raie de Gaimard (Raia gaimardi).' - This rare plate shows the Gaimard's ray. From: 'Voyage en Islande et au Groenland' by M. Paul Gaimar...
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1840s Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Paper
Antique Print of Orakei Korako 'New Zealand' by Walker, circa 1877
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Orakei Korako'. View of Orakei Korako, a highly active geothermal area most notable for its series of fault-stepped sinter terraces, located in a valley north o...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Print of Zihuatanejo and the Harbour of Acapulco by Anson '1749'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Vue de l'entree de Chequetan ou Seguataneo, restant au N.E. a la distance de 5 milles.' 'Vue de l'entree du port d'Acapulco.' View of Zihuatanejo and the harbou...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Fashion Print of Men and Women Illustrating the Fashion Trends of 1865
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique costume print titled 'Le Télegraphe'. Old fashion print of various men and women illustrating the fashion trends of April, 1865.
Artists and Engravers: Published by 'L' Ac...
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19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Pl 40 Antique Print of European 15th-16th Century Costumes by Racinet
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Europa XV-XVIth Cent - Europe XV-XVIe, Sele - Europa XV-XVItes Jahr'. Chromolithograph of European 15th-16th century costumes. This print originates from 'Le Co...
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Late 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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Antique Print of Men Working at a Diamond-Cutting Machine in London, '1750'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'A true Representation of the Diamond Cutters Wheel or Mill'.
View of a man working at a large diamond-cutting machine with two men working at wheels behind hi...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Netherlands - Decorative Art
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