Prints on Sale

Antique print titled 'Je Mantiendrai'. Coat of arms of the Netherlands, also includes coats of arms of the individual Dutch provinces. This print origi...

Antique print titled 'Sir John Crosbie & a Serjeant at Arms'. Old print of Sir John Crosby. This print originates from 'A critical inquiry into antient armour as it existed in Europe (..)' by Sir Samuel Rush Meyrick. Artists and Engravers: Published by Henry G...

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

Description: Antique print titled 'Cérémonie du Mariage des Incas'. Copper engraving of an Inca marriage ceremony. This print originates from volume 20 of 'Histoire generale ...

Mexican Indians Bringing Flowers and Fruits to Market, Lake Chalco, 1866 This vibrant hand-colored wood engraving, published in Harper's Weekly on November 10, 1866, beautifully i...

This hand-colored engraving depicts a dramatic battle scene titled "St. Domingue - Prise de la Ravine aux Couleuvres" (Capture of the Ravine of Snakes in Saint-Domingue). The image s...

"Charming Florals of the Victorian Era: A Collection from 'Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse'" Step into the enchanting world of Victorian horticulture with "Charming Flora...

Antique portrait titled 'Sr. Edward Coke Lord Chief Justice'. Sir Edward Coke SL (1 February 1552 – 3 September 1634) was an English barrister, judge, and politician who is considered the greatest jurist of the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras. This print originates from Thomas Birch's 'The Heads of Illustrious Persons of Great Britain'. The portraits featured in the series, which were engraved by Jacob Houbraken and George Vertue...

Historische Wappen-Charte: Coats of Arms of the Prominent Italian Royal and Ducal Houses, 1718 This exquisite copper engraving, printed in 1718 in Nuremberg by Johann Ernst Adelbuln...

Title: Mythical and Narrative Japanese Tsuba Designs – Plate XIII from Section VI of G. A. Audsley’s Decorative Art Collection Description: Plate XIII from Section VI of G. A. Audsl...

Set of seven antique prints of various personifications including: 1) Plate XIII: Personification of Religion, section of a fresco from the Anticamera del Concilio, Caprarola; a f...

Circa 1830 Schinz Prints: Tattooed Men of Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands This set of two black-and-white lithographs from circa 1830 by Heinrich Rudolf Schinz depicts tattooed men fro...

Old print of a countrywoman of Upper Carniola, Slovenia. This print originates from 'The Costume of the Hereditary States of the House of Austria' by William Miller. Artists and engravers: Engraved by William Ellis.

This print depicts the Antwerp warship Fin de la guerre, a massive vessel constructed during the Siege of Antwerp (1584-1585). It is a copperplate-engraved oblique profile of the D...

This lithograph, titled Omai, by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, is an example of the artist’s ethnographic studies, showcasing a portrait of Omai, a notable figure from Polynesia who visited Europe in the 18th century. This work highlights Brodtmann’s interest in portraying individuals from distant lands, focusing on their unique cultural attire and expressions. Description: The portrait represents Omai, a Polynesian man who gained historical significance during the 18th century as one of the first Polynesians to travel to Europe. Omai (also known as Mai) was a central figure in the encounters between Polynesian and European cultures, having been brought to England by Captain James Cook in the 1770s. - Clothing: Omai is depicted in an elegant wrap of flowing fabric, draped around his shoulders and tied in a loose, elegant fashion. His head is adorned with a large turban, a stylistic interpretation that may have been influenced by European artistic conventions when portraying foreign dignitaries or exotic figures. The fabric's folds and shading add a sense of depth and texture, showcasing Brodtmann’s mastery of lithography. - Expression: Omai’s expression is poised and dignified, with his gaze directed slightly off to the side. The sense of serenity and composure in his face is typical of the European portrayals of him as an "exotic noble savage," a term that reflects the European fascination with non-Western peoples during the age of exploration. The lithograph highlights both the individuality of Omai and the cultural significance of his travels to Europe, where he became a symbol of cross-cultural exchange and curiosity during the 18th century. Maker: Karl Joseph Brodtmann (1787–1862), the Swiss lithographer, was known for his detailed illustrations of people from various cultures, natural history subjects, and scientific studies. His ethnographic works were part of a broader effort in 19th-century Europe to document the physical and cultural characteristics of peoples encountered through exploration. Brodtmann’s portraits often struck a balance between realism and the romanticized European views of non-Western cultures. Technique and Style: Brodtmann created this portrait using lithography, a technique that allowed him to achieve fine details and subtle gradations of light and shadow. His style in this portrait combines realism with the romanticized ideal of the "exotic," particularly in the way Omai is dressed in flowing garments, which may not be entirely representative of traditional Polynesian dress...

This original antique print shows the Hindu god Vishnu incarnated as Krishna. Dutch text on verso. From: 'Naauwkeurige Beschryvinge van Malabar en Choromande...

Antique print titled 'Trout Fishing'. Original antique print of trout fishing. Published circa 1860.

Antique print titled 'Cimetiere d'Atooi'. View of a sacred cemetery on Kauai, Hawaii (Atooi). This print originates from 'Cartes et figures du troisième voyage de Cook' published 1785.

Title: "Elegant Tartar Woman from Tomek: 19th-Century Hand-Colored Portrait" This captivating print, entitled "Femme Tartare de Tomek," illustrates a Tartar woman from Tomek, Asia, dressed in traditional attire that highlights her cultural heritage. The Tatars are a Turkic ethnic group native to Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Historically, they have been associated with the Tartar regions within the Russian Empire, particularly in areas like Crimea (Crimean Tatars...

These are three botanical prints from "Les Plantes à Feuillage Coloré: Tome Second," published in Paris in 1880 by J. Rothschild, Editeur. Each print depicts a single plant leaf with...

Antique print titled 'Prospectus Collegiorum Imperialium et Fundorum Orientalium Mercatorum Petersburgi - Vista de los Collegios Imperiales, Y de l'Almazen de las Mercaderias Orientales a Petersbourg'. The Imperial Colleges in St. Petersburg on the left and the merchant warehouses on the right. Magnificent view of downtown St. Petersburg, shows the so-called Twelve Colleges, originally built by Peter the Great...

Antique print titled 'Vuist-Gevegt van de Inboorlingen van Hapaee'. Antique print depicting a fight between two natives of Hapaee. Originates from 'Reizen Rondom de Waereld door ...

Antique print titled 'Cheval de Course au Moment du départ'. Original old print of a race horse and jockey at the start. Made after a painting by Carle Vernet. Published circa 1890.

Original antique print of dancing inhabitants of the Caroline Islands. This print originates from 'Costume Antico e Moderno: Palestine, China, India, ...

Antique print titled 'Salle des visites'. Print of a Chinese visiting room. Published by Formentin & Cie, circa 1830.

Original antique print of a Condor Vulture. Extracted from 'Das Buch der Welt' by Carl Hoffmann - **Publisher**: Carl Hoffmann - **Publication Locat...

Artist or Maker: Johann Wilhelm Weinmann Title: "Lilio asphodelus luteus. Lilio asphodelus phoeniceus. Lilium album" Medium: Colored etching Source: "Duidelyke vertoning eeniger duiz...

A fine pair of antique Japanese Woodblock Prints attributed to Keisai Eisen (1790-1848), original and presented in gilded bamboo wood frames. About the a...

This is the frontispiece of the first volume of "Delle antichità di Ercolano" (The Antiquities of Herculaneum), published in 1757 by the Royal Printing House of Naples, Italy. The ...

Antique map titled 'Nubie et Abissinie'. Original antique map of Nubia, a region along the Nile river, and Abyssinia or the Ethiopian Empire. This map o...

Antique print titled 'La Vraije Methode pour les passades'. Original old print of the Duke of Newcastle enacting half turns, canters and pirouettes o...

"1844 Vibrant Indian Cultural Prints: Musician and Dancer Lithographs" Description: Explore the rich heritage of India with these 1844 handcoloured ...

Antique print titled 'Puri - Botocudo'. Lithograph of people of the Puri and Botocudo tribe. This print originates from 'Histoire Naturelle de l’Homme Comprenant des recherches sur L...

This print, titled "Reptiles and Insects of Various Parts of the World," is an 18th-century engraved work issued around 1778 in London for Middleton. It features an array of meticulo...

🎨 Rare Find: Hand-Signed and Numbered Lithograph by Charles Lapicque! 🎨 Indulge your love for art with this exquisite lithograph from the renowned French artist, Charles Lapicque ...

Antique costume print titled 'Bonzes Chinois'. Original antique print of a Chinese man. This print originates from 'Moeurs, usages et costumes de tous les peuples du monde' by August...

This print was part of the Dutch edition of "Paardenrassen Kunstalbum" , a portfolio with 41 lithographed plates based on paintings by Eerelman, which depict different breeds of draf...

Title: Compilation of Italian Renaissance Artistic Designs Description of the Prints: These four prints showcase a diverse collection of Italian Renaissance design motifs, origina...

This is an original Art Nouveau-era promo artwork lithograph by P. Shepard of Queen Wilhelmina signed by artist P. Shepard and dated 1909. Queen Wilhelmina, reigning over the Nether...

These original antique prints are beautiful examples of botanical illustrations featuring tropical plants, drawn with precise detail and coloration. The Latin and English names of th...

The print is titled "Kaffeestündchen," which translates from German to "Coffee Hour" or "Coffee Break." It was published in 1905 after a painting by Friedrich Wahle, who was an art...

Antique print titled 'Vue d'une Cuisine Chinoise a Canton'. This print depicts a street kitchen in Guangzhou, China. Originates from 'Voyage autour du monde, exécuté pendant les anné...

Snowdrops in Bloom - Giacomelli's Birds and Winter Flora, Circa 1891 This stunning print, titled "La Perce-Neige" (The Snowdrop), is a beautiful example of Hector Giacomelli's abili...

Antique map titled 'Indiae Orientalis Insularumque Adiacientium Typus'. Ortelius includes early European depictions of both Japan and China and is the first to name Formosa (Taiwan). The Philippines and East Indies or Spice Islands are shown based upon Portuguese and Spanish sources, and before their penetration by the Dutch. Japan is shown in kite form, as a large oval island...

Exquisite 19th-Century Butterfly Lithographs: A Study of Exotic Lepidoptera by F. Hochmanz, Stuttgart This stunning compilation of 19th-century lithographs beautifully captures the ...

Set of three antique chromolithographs titled 'Pelargonium - Fuchsia - Begonia'. These prints originate from 'Familiar Garden Flowers' by F. Ed...

Antique print titled 'Religieuse de la Visitation'. Print of a Nun of the Order of the Visitation of Holy Mary. This print originates from 'Histoire et Costumes des Ordres Religieux'...

Antique print titled 'Intérieur d'un jardin Chinois a Canton'. This print depicts a garden in Guangzhou, China. Originates from 'Voyage autour du monde, exécuté pendant les années 18...

Antique Purple Jacob's Ladder, Golden Monkeyflower, and Red Kangaroo Paw Prints, 1796 This captivating collection features three antique botanical prints from 1796: Purple Jacob's L...

Title: "The Repast of the Reapers: 18th-Century Hand-Colored Rural Scene" Description: This vibrant hand-colored engraving, titled *The Repast of the Reapers*, depicts a lively ru...

Enchanting Victorian Butterfly Lithographs: Vivid Portraits of Rare Species by Frederic C. Moore These enchanting butterfly lithographs by Frede...

The engraving is from the Jean-François de Neufforge's collection "Recueil élémentaire d'architecture," which was an influential publication in the 18th century that detailed various...

Antique map titled 'The Counti of Warwick (..)'. Map of Warwickshire, England. Includes inset town plans of Warwick and Coventry. This map originates from 'Theatre of Great Britaine'...

Title: Le Temple de La Mecque (The Temple of Mecca) Engraver: Bernard Picart Source: "Cérémonies et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde" (Ceremonies and Religious Cust...

This handcoloured lithograph titled "Jeune fille indoue de la haute classe" depicts a young high-class Indian woman adorned in traditional attire. The print is part of Auguste Wahlen's "Moeurs, Usages et Costumes de tous les Peuples de Monde," published in 1844. This lithograph utilizes handcolouring techniques to enhance the vividness and detail of the traditional Indian saree, which is characterized by its bright pink and green hues and intricate draping style. The saree, a timeless symbol of Indian femininity, is elegantly wrapped, showcasing the elaborate textile craftsmanship of India. The woman's jewelry, including bangles and necklaces, reflects the cultural importance of adornments in Indian society, often indicating social status and personal wealth. This print is captivating due to its rich depiction of cultural attire and the graceful demeanor of the woman, which together illustrate the refined aesthetic and social codes of India's upper class during the 19th century. The lithograph not only serves as a beautiful piece of art but also as an important cultural document that provides insights into the traditional attire and societal norms of historical India. Keywords: - Antique Indian prints...

The print titled "AMERIKENS ENTDECKER" is a striking antique copper engraving, crafted in 1673 during the 17th century as part of the German edition of Arnoldus Montanus' influential work, "Die Unbekante Neue Welt" ("The New and Unknown World"). The engraving was executed by Jacob van Meurs, a renowned Dutch engraver and publisher known for his detailed works on geography and history, and it was published in Amsterdam. Description of the Print: The engraving measures 17 x 13 cm (approximately 6.6 x 4.7 inches) and is set on a page that is 31 x 19.5 cm (about 12.2 x 7.4 inches). It depicts a vivid scene that illustrates the discovery of America...

Antique print titled 'The Elton Pear'. This print originates from 'Transactions of the Horticultural Society of London' published circa 1835. In Transactions of the Horticultural Society of London we find some of the most beautifully illustrated and vibrant botanical and fruit prints...

Original vintage 1960's advertising poster, 'CAMPARI' by Piatti. Year 1966 Dimension: 90 x 128cm Condition Excellent Artist Piatti Format Linen-backed This poster is in excell...

"Botanical Elegance: A Triptych of 19th-Century Floral Art" An exquisite collection of original antique prints from "Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse" by the esteemed bot...

Antique map titled 'Accuratissima Galliae Tabula vulgo Royaume de France'. Detailed map of France. Shows provinces, cities, rivers etc. Artists and Engravers: Frederick de Wit (1...