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Period: Early 1800s
Rare Copperplate Engraving of the Extinct Dodo and an Ostrich, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
1805 Copperplate Engraving of Dodo and Ostrich from Abraham Rees' Cyclopaedia This rare and finely detailed copperplate engraving, created by T. Milton...
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Original Copper Engraving of a Maori War Canoe, New Zealand, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print New Zealand titled 'Oorlogs-Praauw van Nieuw-Zeeland'. View of a Maori war canoe, New Zealand. Originates from 'Reizen Rondom...
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Antique Sampler, 1801, by Sarah Banes
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Georgian Sampler, 1801, by Sarah Banes. The sampler is worked in silk threads on a linen ground, mainly in cross stitch. A finely worked meandering floral border surrounds outside. C...
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Antique Copperplate Engraving of Hippopotamus and Tapir by Bertuch, 1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Copperplate engraving on a vellin type hand laid paper with watermark. Original hand colouring. - Overall size: 21.5 x 25.5 cm (8.5 x 10.4 inches) - Image size: 15 x 19 cm (5.9 ...
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Antique Handcolored Engraving of Domestic Goats, c.1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Handcolored Engraving of Domestic Goats, Quadruped XXVI, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving features various breeds of domestic goats, emphasizing thei...
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Traditional Austrian Folk Costumes: Vibrant Regency Era Fashion from 1804-1808
Located in Langweer, NL
Traditional Austrian Folk Costumes: Vibrant Regency Era Fashion from 1804-1808 This captivating set of three hand-colored engravings showcases traditional Austrian folk costumes f...
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Life Cycle of Moths and Caterpillars: Stages of Transformation, Bertuch, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
Gypsy moth, Lymantria dispar 1, lappet moth, Gastropacha quercifolia 2, and plum lappet moth, Odonestis pruni 3, with caterpillar and pupa. Title: "Life Cycle of Moths and Caterpill...
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Antique Handcolored Engraving of Carnivorous Mammals, c.1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Handcolored Engraving of Carnivorous Mammals, Quadruped X, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving illustrates a variety of carnivorous mammals, showcasing ...
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Antique Copper Plate Engraving Depicting Natives of Tahiti Dancing, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Dans van O-Tahiti'. Antique print depicting natives of Tahiti, dancing. Originates from 'Reizen Rondom de Waereld door James Cook (..)'. Artists and Eng...
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Interior of a Nootka House, Vancouver Island – Cook Voyage Engraving c.1795
Located in Langweer, NL
Gezicht van een Huis in Nootka Kanaal van binnen – Interior of a Nootka House c.1795 This antique print depicts the interior of a traditional house in Nootka Sound, located on the w...
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Engraving of a Crested Woodpecker – Exotic Ornithological Print, circa 1808
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Rare 19th-Century Hand-Colored Engraving of a Crested Woodpecker – Exotic Ornithological Print Description: This exquisite hand-colored engraving, titled "Oxyrhynque en ...
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Eared Jellyfish: Detailed Engraving from Bertuch s Children s Encyclopedia, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
This beautifully detailed engraving of the eared jellyfish (Aurelia aurita) is a captivating representation from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's renowned Bilderbuch für Kinder (Picture B...
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Traditional Austrian Male Costume: Regency Era Fashion from 1804-1808
Located in Langweer, NL
Traditional Austrian Male Costume: Regency Era Fashion from 1804-1808 This captivating hand-colored engraving from around 1804-1808 is plate 18 from a renowned series of tradition...
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Antique Print of a Native Aboriginal Woman of Van Diemen s Land, Australia, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Description: Antique print titled 'Vrouw van Van Diemens Land'. Antique print depicting a woman of Van Diemen's Land, Tasmania, Australia. Originates fr...
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1805 Hand-Colored Engraving of Eastern Costumes from F.J. Bertuch’s Work
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: 1805 Hand-Colored Engraving of Eastern Costumes from F.J. Bertuch’s Work Description: This exquisite hand-colored engraving originates from Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s *Port...
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Antique Handcolored Engraving of Kangaroo, Jerboas, and Bilby, c.1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Handcolored Engraving of Kangaroo, Jerboas, and Bilby, Quadruped XXI, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving depicts various marsupials and small mammals,...
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Original Antique Bullfighting Print, Dated 1805
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of bullfighting Copper-plate engraving Published 1805 Unframed.
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English Folk Art Antique Early 1800s Wall Decorations

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Hand-Colored Engraving of a Bearded Barbet – Exotic Ornithological Print, c.1808
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Rare 19th-Century Hand-Colored Engraving of a Bearded Barbet – Exotic Ornithological Print Description: This stunning hand-colored engraving, titled "Crinon barbu, mâle,"...
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Antique Handcolored Engraving of Sheep and Rams, c.1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Handcolored Engraving of Sheep and Rams, Quadruped XXXII, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving depicts various breeds of sheep and rams, highlighting their unique physical characteristics and adaptations. The plate is from Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s *Bilderbuch für Kinder* (Picture Book for Children), a 12-volume natural history encyclopedia published between 1790 and 1830, celebrated for its educational and artistic contributions to zoology. The engraving includes: 1. A ram with curled horns, possibly a Mouflon (*Ovis orientalis*), depicted resting (Fig. 1). 2. A long-haired goat or primitive sheep breed, such as the Jacob sheep, characterized by its multiple horns (Fig. 2). 3. A domestic sheep breed, shown standing and with shorn wool, indicating agricultural significance (Fig. 3). 4. A woolly sheep...
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Original Hand-Colored Copper Engraving of Louis XIV or The Sun King, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique costume print titled 'Louis XIV Roi de France. 1675'. This print depicts Louis XIV, also known as Louis the Great (Louis le Grand). Originates from a rare costume book ti...
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Wild Rose Botanical Study: Delicate Flowers and Ripened Hips, Bertuch, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Detailed Study of the Housefly: Anatomy Under the Microscope, Bertuch, 1805" Description This fascinating hand-colored copperplate engraving presents an intricate, magnified view of the housefly (Musca domestica) as seen through a microscope. The engraving provides a meticulous exploration of its anatomy, including: - **Figure 1**: Actual size of the housefly, offering a point of comparison to the magnified details. - **Figure 2**: A detailed underside view of the head and body, showcasing the complex structure of the fly's thorax and appendages. - **Figure 3**: A close examination of the segmented abdomen, highlighting the unique pattern and intricate venation. - **Figure 4**: The leg of the housefly, emphasizing the fine bristles and jointed segments adapted for movement and sensory functions. - **Figure 5**: A striking visualization of the compound eye, illustrating the hexagonal structure of the ommatidia, responsible for the fly's wide field of vision. Published in 1805 as part of Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s "Bilderbuch für Kinder" (Picture Book for Children), this engraving bridges...
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Elegant Water Lily Illustration: Handcolored Engraving from Bertuch, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
This handcolored copperplate engraving features a beautifully detailed illustration of a water lily (Nymphaea), showcasing its intricate flowers, buds, and leaves. The delicate white...
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Fascinating Crustaceans and Marine Anatomy: Hand-Colored 19th-Century Engraving
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Fascinating Crustaceans and Marine Anatomy: Hand-Colored 19th-Century Engraving from Bertuch’s Bilderbuch für Kinder Description: This engaging hand-colored copperplate e...
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West View of the Stupendous Iron Bridge Over the River Wear, Sunderland, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
West View of the Stupendous Iron Bridge Over the River Wear, Sunderland, 1805 This finely detailed engraving depicts the Iron Bridge over the River We...
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Elegant 1805 Hand-Colored Botanical Engraving of Bulbous Plants from Bertuch
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Elegant 1805 Hand-Colored Botanical Engraving of Bulbous Plants from Bertuch Description: This detailed hand-colored botanical engraving is taken from Friedrich Justin Be...
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German Antique Early 1800s Wall Decorations

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Rare Engraving of a Natterer’s Nightjar – Ornithological Illustration, ca.1808
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Rare 19th-Century Hand-Colored Engraving of a Natterer’s Nightjar – Ornithological Illustration Description: This stunning hand-colored engraving, titled 'Engoulevent Natt...
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Hand-Colored Engraving of a Himalayan Monal – Exotic Ornithological Print, 1808
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Rare 19th-Century Hand-Colored Engraving of a Himalayan Monal – Exotic Ornithological Print Description: This striking hand-colored engraving, titled "Lophophore, Cuvier,...
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Antique Handcolored Engraving of Turtles and Tortoises, c.1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Handcolored Engraving of Turtles and Tortoises, Amphibien XXXVII, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving depicts a variety of turtles and tortoises, highl...
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1805 Hand-Colored Engraving of Ancient Pyramid Construction from Bertuch’s Work
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: 1805 Hand-Colored Engraving of Ancient Pyramid Construction from Bertuch’s Work Description: This remarkable hand-colored engraving is from Friedrich Justin Bertuch’s *Port...
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Suspension and Pull Bridges in America and Natural Rock Bridge, Virginia - 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Suspension and Pull Bridges in America and a Natural Rock Bridge in Virginia: Hand-Colored Engraving by Bertuch, 1805" Description: This hand-colored copper engraving depi...
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Antique Handcolored Engraving of Frogs and Amphibians, c.1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Handcolored Engraving of Frogs and Amphibians, Amphibien VIII, c.1800 Description; This original handcolored copperplate engraving features three detailed depictions of fr...
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Dramatic Landscapes: Aurora Borealis in a Forest and Rugged Coastal Cliffs, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
The Northern Lights or the Aurora Borealis, and the sun at midnight as seen from the North Cape, Norway. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's "Bilderbuch fur Kinder" (...
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Antique Handcolored Engraving of Lizards and Newts, c.1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Handcolored Engraving of Lizards and Newts, Amphibien XIII, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving features four species of reptiles and amphibians, showc...
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Old Engraving of White Horse Hill in the County of Berkshire, England, c1800
Located in Langweer, NL
A scene of White Horse Hill, which is located in the county of Berkshire. The text in the image states: "Engrav'd for England Display'd" and "View of White Horse Hill in the County ...
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Antique Handcolored Engraving of Amphibious Eels and Snakes, c.180
Located in Langweer, NL
Description: This original handcolored copperplate engraving illustrates four species of amphibious or aquatic eels and snake-like creatures in dynamic poses. It is part of Friedrich...
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Antique Handcolored Engraving of Wild Canines and Hyenas, c.1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Handcolored Engraving of Wild Canines and Hyenas, Quadruped XV, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving depicts various wild canines and hyenas, highlightin...
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Great St. Bernard and St. Gotthard Passes: Alpine Routes of Switzerland, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Great St. Bernard and St. Gotthard Passes: Alpine Routes of Switzerland, 1805" Description This finely hand-colored copperplate engraving vividly depicts two iconic Alpine p...
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Hand-Colored 1805 Butterfly Print by Bertuch - Convolvulus Privet Hawk-Moth
Located in Langweer, NL
Hand-Colored 1805 Butterfly Print by Friedrich J. Bertuch - Convolvulus & Privet Hawk-Moth Description: This hand-colored copperplate engraving, from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's "Bil...
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Antique Handcolored Engraving of Medicinal Plants, c.1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Handcolored Engraving of Medicinal Plants, Plantes XIII, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving depicts two medicinal plants, illustrating their botanical ...
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Cat and Kittens, 1809 Hand-Colored Etching by Samuel Howitt
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Cat and Kittens, 1809 Hand-Colored Etching by Samuel Howitt" Description: This hand-colored etching, titled "Cat and Kittens," was created by Samuel Howitt and published i...
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Medlar and Cornelian Cherry: Blossoms, Fruit, and Seeds, Bertuch, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
"Medlar and Cornelian Cherry: Blossoms, Fruit, and Seeds, Bertuch, 1805" Description This captivating hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the medlar (Mespilus germanica) an...
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European Garden Spider Anatomy: Variations, Silk Spinnerets, and Mandibles, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
"European Garden Spider Anatomy: Variations, Silk Spinnerets, and Mandibles" This captivating hand-colored copperplate engraving, from Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s *Bilderbuch für K...
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Botanical Study of Plum and Cherry Blossoms and Fruits, Hand-Coloured in 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
Botanical Study of Plum and Cherry Blossoms and Fruits, 1805 This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving, part of Friedrich Johann Bertuch's *Bilderbuch für Kinder* (Picture Bo...
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Scenes of Traditional Life and Festivities in Europe: Hand-Colored Engraving
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Scenes of Traditional Life and Festivities: Hand-Colored Engraving from Bertuch's Bilderbuch für Kinder" Description: This lively hand-colored copperplate engraving captures four distinct vignettes of traditional European life and festive activities, highlighting the cultural practices and vibrant community spirit of the 19th century. Published in Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s renowned *Bilderbuch für Kinder* (Picture Book for Children) in Weimar, 1805, the engraving reflects the Enlightenment-era focus on illustrating the diversity of human life. The scenes include: - Figure 1: A wrestling match in a grassy meadow, surrounded by an attentive crowd, showcasing traditional sportsmanship. - Figure 2: A pastoral scene with a group enjoying the melodies of an alpine horn...
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Intricate Depictions of Marine Life: Hand-Colored Copperplate Engraving, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Intricate Depictions of Marine Life: Hand-Colored Copperplate Engraving from Bertuch's "Bilderbuch für Kinder" Description: This fascinating hand-colored copperplate engr...
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Moth Life Cycle: Handcolored Engraving from Bertuch s Encyclopedia, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
This handcolored copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s "Bilderbuch für Kinder" (Picture Book for Children) beautifully illustrates various stages in the life cycle of...
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Swiss alp " decoupage " dated 1802
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Swiss alp " decoupage " signed and dated 1802
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Swiss Antique Early 1800s Wall Decorations

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The Old Woman and Her Cats, 1809 Hand-Colored Etching by Edward Orme
Located in Langweer, NL
"The Old Woman and Her Cats, 1809 Hand-Colored Etching by Edward Orme" This hand-colored etching, titled "The Old Woman and Her Cats," was published in September 1809 by Edward Orm...
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Birds of Prey: Hand-Colored Engraving of Raptors, Published in 1805 by Bertuch
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Birds of Prey: Hand-Colored Engraving of Raptors from a 19th-Century Natural History Collection" Description: This stunning engraving from a 19th-century natural history po...
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The Devil s Bridge at Gotthard Pass and 12th-Century Rhone Bridge at St. Maurice
Located in Langweer, NL
The Devil's Bridge at Gotthard Pass and 12th-Century Rhone Bridge at St. Maurice: Hand-Colored Engraving from Bertuch’s *Bilderbuch für Kinder* This captivating hand-colored copperp...
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An Engraved and Hand-coloured View of Ohiopyle Falls in Pennsylvania, ca.1800
Located in Langweer, NL
A View of Ohiopyle Falls in Pennsylvania This charming hand-colored engraving presents a serene view of Ohiopyle Falls in Pennsylvania, a natural landmark renowned for its cascading...
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Exquisite Hand-Colored Botanical Engraving with Medicinal Plants, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Hand-Colored Botanical Plate from Bertuch's "Bilderbuch für Kinder" (1805) Description: This vibrant hand-colored copperplate engraving is part of Friedrich Johann Bertuch...
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Antique Botanical Engraving of Pokeweed (Phytolacca) - 1803 Floral Print
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Botanical Engraving of Pokeweed (Phytolacca) - 1803 Floral Print by Samuel Curtis Description: This engraving is from "The Botanic...
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Antique Handcolored Engraving of Nile and Marsh Crocodiles, c.1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Handcolored Engraving of Crocodiles, Amphibien II, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving features two distinct crocodile species depicted in naturalistic ...
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Antique Hand-colored Engraving of Lemurs and Flying Mammals, c.1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Handcolored Engraving of Lemurs and Flying Mammals, Quadruped XIX, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving features various lemurs, bats, and flying mammals...
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Antique Handcolored Engraving of Seals and Amphibious Mammals, c.1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Handcolored Engraving of Seals and Amphibious Mammals, c.1800 This original handcolored copperplate engraving illustrates various seals and amphibious mammals in their nat...
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Mount Tabor – Antique Aquatint View of Galilee by F.B. Spilsbury, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Mount Tabor – Antique Aquatint View of Galilee by F.B. Spilsbury, 1803 This beautifully hand-colored aquatint titled Mount Tabor presents a sweeping view ...
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English Antique Early 1800s Wall Decorations

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Social Hierarchy of the Nagai Tartars - An Etching by Geissler, ca. 1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Social Hierarchy of the Nagai Tartars - An Etching by Geissler, ca. 1800" Description: This etching by Christian Gottfried Heinrich Geissler, titled "Nagai Tartars," is a fine representation of the German School from around the year 1800. It portrays three figures, labeled to indicate their social standing: a woman of distinction, her daughter, and a female servant, numerically annotated as 1, 2, and 3 respectively. The detailed depiction captures the intricate attire and cultural fashion of the period, reflecting the societal structure and familial roles within the Nagai Tartar community. The women are adorned in traditional garments that signify their status and identity, while the setting suggests a backdrop typical of their environment, providing a glimpse into the life of the Tartar people at the turn of the 19th century. The Nagai or Nogai Tartars were part of the Nogai Horde, a confederation that occupied the Pontic–Caspian steppe from about 1500 until they were displaced in the 17th century by the Kalmyks and Russians. They were named after Nogai Khan, a Mongol ruler, and were divided into groups such as the Budjak and Yedisan in the area north of the Black Sea. The Nogais were known to be pastoral nomads who grazed sheep, horses, and camels and were also involved in trade, raiding, and tribute. They spoke a form of Kypchak Turkic and were Muslim, although their religious institutions were not strongly developed. The societal structure of the Nogais was quite fluid, with personal prestige playing a significant role in their political organization. They were historically known for their slave raids across Eastern Europe, which were an important part of their economy. The term "Tatar" broadly refers to Turkic-speaking peoples, mainly found in west-central Russia and other former Soviet Republics. It was originally used to refer to various nomadic groups from the vast Central and Northern Asian region then known as Tartary. The largest Tatar group is the Volga Tatar from the Volga region in Russia. There are several Tatar groups, including the Volga Tatars and the Crimean Tatars, with the latter being subdivided into groups such as the Tats and the Nogai. The Tatars have a rich history that dates back to the 5th century when nomadic tribes in northeastern Mongolia around Lake Baikal were first recognized. They became part of Genghis Khan's army in the 13th century and were known to Europeans as Tatars. Following the disintegration of the Mongol Empire, the Tatars were particularly associated with the western part of the empire, the Golden Horde...
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Antique Botanical Print of Banana Shrub and Starry Wild Jasmine, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Antique Botanical Print of Banana Shrub and Starry Wild Jasmine, 1803 This title accurately reflects the plant subjects depicted in the illustration: the Banana Shrub (Fig. 1, showing the seed pod) and the Starry Wild Jasmine (Fig. 2, showing the flower in bloom). This antique engraving from April 23, 1803, beautifully illustrates two botanical figures, emphasizing the natural beauty and complexity of plant life. Here's what makes these illustrations unique and special: 1. Botanical Detail: Fig. 1 shows a plant section with a dark, almost wilted appearance, possibly representing the fruiting body or a seed pod, which contrasts with the lively and vibrant Fig. 2, depicting a flower in bloom. This juxtaposition captures both the end and the beginning of life cycles in the plant kingdom, showcasing the botanical accuracy and attention to detail that was essential in early scientific illustrations. 2. Artistic Technique: The illustration is a fine example of handcolored copperplate engraving, a method that requires exceptional skill. This technique allows for precise details and subtle gradations of color, qualities that make antique botanical prints highly valued by collectors and art enthusiasts alike. 3. Historical and Educational Value: Published by W. Curtis at St. George Crescent in 1803, this work is part of a larger series that aimed to educate and inform about the diversity of plant species. Such prints are crucial for understanding how plants were studied and classified in the early 19th century, providing insight into the history of botany and scientific illustration. 4. Collectibility: Due to their age, artistic merit, and the detailed craftsmanship, prints like these are sought after by collectors of antique botanical art...
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Engraving of Egyptian Goose by Nicolas Maréchal and S.C. Miger, 1808
Located in Langweer, NL
This engraving, titled *Anas Aegyptiaca - L’Oie d’Égypte* (Egyptian Goose), depicts the Egyptian goose, scientifically known as *Alopochen aegyptiaca*. The artist is Nicolas Maréch...
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