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Antique Bird Print of the Pied Avocet by Goldfuss, circa 1824
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique bird print titled 'Gatt Recurvirostra'. Large lithograph of the pied avocet, a large black and white wader in the avocet and stilt family, Recurvirostridae. They breed in tem...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Seated Spanish Nobleman: The Visage of Authority, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Seated Spanish Nobleman: The Visage of Authority"
Description: This original antique detailed print portrays a Spanish nobleman from the Middle Ages, seated in a commanding position that denotes his high social status and authority. He is depicted in a stately pose, exuding an air of confident repose that reflects his powerful position within the societal hierarchy.
The nobleman is dressed in a long blue tunic, a color often associated with nobility and depth of character. His tunic is complemented by a rose-colored undershirt, a combination that suggests both wealth and taste. Over his attire drapes a heavy, deep blue cloak, a mark of his status, which provides both warmth and an impression of gravitas.
On his head, he wears a broad-brimmed green hat, which is both a stylish and practical accessory, shading his eyes and symbolizing his affinity with the outdoors and perhaps his participation in hunting, a favorite pastime of the nobility.
His footwear consists of red shoes, possibly made of fine leather or velvet, adding a striking contrast to his ensemble. The nobleman's demeanor is one of contemplation, with a hand resting on a money pouch at his belt, indicating his control over wealth and economic affairs.
The chair in which he sits is adorned with simple yet elegant ornamentation, including a valance with floral motifs, signifying a connection to nature and his domain. The setting is minimalistic, focusing the viewer’s attention on the nobleman’s figure and attire.
Through this print, we gain insight into the fashion and symbols of status that were prevalent among the Spanish nobility...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$153 Sale Price
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Original Antique Map of Ireland- Tipperary and Waterford. C.1840
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of Tipperary and Waterford
Steel engraving
Drawn under the direction of A.Adlard
Published by How and Parsons, C.1840
Unframed.
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English Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Hand Colored Antique Map of the Department of Marne, France
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Dépt. de la Marne'. Map of the French department of Marne, France. This department is home to the Champagne region where the world's finest sparkling wine is prod...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$326 Sale Price
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Antique Print of the Battle of Ocaña, circa 1860
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Bataille d'Ocaña'. Steel engraving of the Battle of Ocaña (1809). This print originates from 'Album de Vingt Batailles de la Révolution et de l'Empire'. Publish...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$168 Sale Price
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Confidants of the Court: The Royal Pages, Handcolored and Published in 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Confidants of the Court: The Royal Pages"
Description: This artful print portrays two young royal pages in a moment of quiet conversation. The intimate stance and direct eye...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$134 Sale Price
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Old Map of the French department of Creuse, France
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Dépt. de la Creuse'. Map of the French department of Creuse, France. This region is well known for its apple cider made from Limousin apples and its international...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$326 Sale Price
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Antique Animal Print of a Hippopotamus or Hippo
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Hippotamus'. Original old print of a hippotamus or hippo. This print originates from the series 'Characteristic sketches of animals, principally from the Zoolog...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$269 Sale Price
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Hand Colored Antique Map of the Department of Nièvre, France
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Dept. de la Nièvre'. Map of the French department of Nievre, France. Part of the prestiegous Burgundy or Bourgogne wine region this area is known for its producti...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$326 Sale Price
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Fungal Forms: Illustrations of Mycological Diversity, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
This illustration does not depict animals, but rather a variety of fungi, which are a diverse group of organisms that include yeasts, molds, and the more familiar mushrooms. They pla...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$105 Sale Price
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Hand Colored Antique Print of a Warrior of Sawu Island, Indonesia
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Guerrier de l’Ile Sawoe'. Hand colored woodcut of a warrior of Sawu island, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. He wears a batik headcloth, ikat sarong (skirt), belt...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$182 Sale Price
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Sowerby English Botany - Custom Framed Botanical Plates, Set of Two
Located in Pearland, TX
Custom framed 19th century botanical engravings from "Sowerby's English Botany, or, Coloured Figures of British Plants". Sowerby was a famous English naturalist, illustrator and mine...
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English Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Glass, Wood, Paper
An Original Pair Of English Watercolor/Sketches C. 1854, 1855, Ellen Dumbleton
Located in New Orleans, LA
Two original English watercolor/drawings circa 1854,1855, Ellen Dumbleton, from her sketchbook, Humble House and Summer house, Hall Grove. Beautifully pr...
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English High Victorian Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Gesso, Glass, Giltwood, Paper
$640 Sale Price / set
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Antique Print of Children finding a Bird
s Nest
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Das Vogelnest'. Old lithograph of a group of children finding a bird's nest. Source unknown, to be determined. Published circa 1860.
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$134 Sale Price
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King Günther von Schwarzburg: The Warrior Monarch, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This handcolored original antique print features a figure labeled "Gunther de Schwarzbourg, roi des Romains," which identifies him as Günther von Schwarzburg, a German king. He is depicted in a traditional gothic archway that frames the illustration, reminiscent of a church's stained glass window.
In the illustration, Günther is clad in armor, with a chainmail coif and a helmet adorned with a crown, indicating his royal status. The blue tunic worn over his armor is embellished with a pattern of fleur-de-lis, a symbol often associated with royalty. He also has golden arm and leg guards, and his red belt stands...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$153 Sale Price
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Maritime Spiral Elegance: A Mollusk Anthology, 1849
Located in Langweer, NL
This collage presents a curated anthology of mollusk illustrations, emphasizing the elegance of their spiral forms—a hallmark of marine gastropods. Each image, a hand-colored engravi...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$307 Sale Price / set
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Antique Map of North America Including the West Indies
Located in Langweer, NL
Original antique map titled 'Nord-America'. Old map of North America and the West Indies. Also showing British Overseas Territories and Hudson Bay.
This map originates from Stiel...
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German Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$522 Sale Price
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Large Antique Portrait of Princess Adelaide d
Orléans by H. Grevedon, 1842
Located in Langweer, NL
A large antique portrait of Princess Adelaide d'Orléans by H. Grevedon from 1842. The French royal figure, who was known for her philanthropy and social influence during the July Mon...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
Antique Print of a Newfoundland Dog by Schinz
1845
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'De New-Foundlandsche Hond'. Original antique print of a Newfoundland dog. This print originates from 'Volledige Natuurlijke Hist...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$96 Sale Price
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Original Antique Print of a Lioness and Her Cubs
Located in Langweer, NL
Original antique print titled 'Die Löwin mit ihren Jungen (..)'. Original antique print of a lioness and her cubs. Published by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, circa 1830.
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$374 Sale Price
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Sailor
s Woolwork of The British Ship Gold Finder on her voyage to Australia
Located in Downingtown, PA
Sailor's Woolwork Nautical Picture,
Inscribed:The British Ship Gold Finder on her voyage to Melbourn, August 2, 1864. Worked by T.J. Francis,
Circa 1864
This sailor's woolwork depicts aportside view of the the Gold Finder. The Gold Finder was a 3-masted iron ship built in 1863 by J. Laing of Sunderland. There is a detailed inscription below including the maker's name- T.J. Francis.
A notice in the Liverpool Mercury on Tuesday May 3, 1853......This ship is expected to sail very fast, has all her passenger arrangements on a novel and peculiar plan, affording an amount of light and ventilation such as no other passenger ship ever possessed. The ships bell has recently been acquired by the Merseyside Maritime Museum. It seems though that the ship's description involved a degree of hyperbole as she was in fact laid down as a coal ship and converted to passenger accommodation later to meet the demand for the Gold Rush in Australia.
Dimensions: Framed: 28 3/10 inches high x 31 inches wide (72cm x 79 cm).
The Australian gold rush started after Edward Hargraves found the precious metal in New South Wales in 1851. He was not the first to discover gold but is credited with launching the stampede when thousands tried their luck at unearthing wealth - and some succeeded. Hargraves (1816-1891), a former hotelier and cattle farmer, played a small part in the California gold rush of 1849. He didn't get rich but met people who knew about gold and where it could be found - they pointed out similarities between California and New South Wales. Hargraves headed back to Australia to test these theories and stake a claim for a Government reward for the discovery of viable gold fields. Despite initial setbacks, he organised fellow prospectors in the quest for gold which was successful. Hargraves was granted massive rewards of more than pounds 12,000 and later a pension of pounds 250 a year.
He was born in Gosport, Hampshire, the son of an army officer, and educated at Lewes and Brighton Grammar School. Hargraves joined the merchant navy before arriving at Sydney in 1832 and marrying Eliza Mackie four years later.
Publicity about the gold rush prompted many migrants to sail from Liverpool to seek their fortunes - the first licence was issued in Victoria on 21 September 1851. Australia's population boomed as the emigrants...
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English Folk Art Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Wool
19th-Century Insectarium: A Glimpse into Orthoptera and Varied Insects
Located in Langweer, NL
The first print depicts a collection of orthopteran insects, which includes grasshoppers and crickets. These are characterized by their long hind legs for jumping, and in the case of...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$182 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Toil of the Ages: Medieval Peasantry at Work, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
The image depicts two medieval peasants, as indicated by the caption "Paysans," which is French for "Peasants".
The figure on the left is wearing a simple tunic with leggings and a...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$144 Sale Price
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Herald Announcing the Death of Charles VI, Published in 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Herald Announcing the Death of Charles VI"
Description: This 1847 hand-colored engraving is titled "Héraut Annonçant la Mort de Charles VI," translating to "Herald Announcin...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$124 Sale Price
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Antique Print of Tinian Island, Part of the Northern Mariana Islands
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Vue de l'Aiguade de l'isle Tinian.View of Tinian recorded during the journey of Lord George Anson, Mariana Islands. This print originates from 'Morgenblatt für ...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$307 Sale Price
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Anne of Brittany: Elegance of a Duchess, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This antique print represents Anne of Brittany, a significant historical figure who was Duchess of Brittany and twice Queen of France. She stands poised, exuding an air of quiet dig...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$144 Sale Price
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Courtly Refinement: A Lady-in-Waiting to the Dauphine of Auvergne, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Courtly Refinement: A Lady-in-Waiting to the Dauphine of Auvergne in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'"
Description: This delicate lithograph from the "Costume du Moyen Âge" series, pu...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$144 Sale Price
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Antique Botanical Print of the Sarracenia Flava or Yellow Pitcherplant
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique botanical print titled 'Sarracenia Flava'. Original old print of the sarracenia flava, the yellow pitcherplant, a carnivorous plant in the family Sarraceniaceae. This print o...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$182 Sale Price
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Armorial Elegance: Crests of Chivalry, Original Lithograph Published in 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Armorial Elegance: Crests of Chivalry"
Description: This captivating print showcases a selection of medieval helmets and crests, each symbolizing the power and prestige of c...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$144 Sale Price
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The Esteemed Jurist: A Magistrate
s Robe in an Original Lithograph, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "The Esteemed Jurist: A Magistrate's Robe in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'"
Description: This lithograph, originating from the mid-19th century "Costume du Moyen Âge" series, presen...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$163 Sale Price
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Elegance of the Past: Margaret of York in
Costume du Moyen Âge
, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Elegance of the Past: Margaret of York in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'"
Description: This lithograph from the "Costume du Moyen Âge" series, published in 1847, portrays Margaret o...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$172 Sale Price
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Antique Map of Africa by Dufour, circa 1834
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Afrique'. Uncommon map of Africa. Published by or after A.H. Dufour, circa 1834. Source unknown, to be determined.
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Heraldic Harmony: Shields and Effigies of Medieval Nobility, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Heraldic Harmony: Shields and Effigies of Medieval Nobility"
Description: This print is a compelling illustration of medieval heraldry and armament. It features three distin...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$144 Sale Price
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Ecclesiastical Splendor: The Archbishop
s Regalia in a Lithograph of 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Ecclesiastical Splendor: The Archbishop's Regalia in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'"
Description: This historically rich lithograph from the 1847 edition of "Costume du Moyen Âge" d...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$163 Sale Price
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The Stature of a Milanese Noble: An Lithographic Artistic Depiction, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "The Stature of a Milanese Noble: An Artistic Depiction from 'Costume du Moyen Âge'"
Description: This finely detailed lithograph is part of the 1847 seminal work "Costume du Moyen Âge," which portrays a Milanese nobleman, attired in the fashion of the Middle Ages. The nobleman stands in a dignified pose, with a slight turn to the side that suggests movement or the commencement of an address. His garment is a robust, terracotta-hued robe, which falls in heavy folds to the ground, indicating the weight and quality of the fabric. The robe features elegant blue cuffs and a blue collar, which provide a contrast to the warm primary color and are adorned with diamond-shaped embellishments, implying a subtle yet unmistakable wealth.
Atop his head sits a distinctive chapeau with a jaunty feather, adding a touch of personal flair to his ensemble. This hat, along with his full, neatly groomed beard, contributes to the air of wisdom and experience that the nobleman exudes. His expression is one of contemplation and sagacity, with eyes that appear to be observing or assessing the scene before him.
As in other plates from the collection, the background is left intentionally plain, directing the viewer’s focus to the subject and his elaborate attire. This lithograph not only captures the fashion and dignity of a nobleman from Milan but also serves as a cultural and historical record, revealing the meticulous attention to detail in costume design and social hierarchy of the time. The lithograph serves as a visual study of the mores and attire of the period, crafted with reverence for the historical accuracy and an appreciation for the aesthetics of medieval clothing...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$134 Sale Price
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Stylish Swagger: A Young English Gentleman in The Middle Ages, Published in 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Stylish Swagger: A Young English Gentleman in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'"
Description: This lithograph from the 1847 publication "Costume du Moyen Âge" captures the confident st...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$153 Sale Price
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In Solemn Duty: A Canon in Contemplation, Hand-Colored Lithograph, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
The image portrays a figure labeled "Chanoine," which is French for "Canon," referring to a clergy member who is part of a cathedral or a collegiate chapter. The individual is depicted in ecclesiastical robes that reflect his status within the church hierarchy.
The canon is shown wearing a long, pink robe with a decorative stole over it, which is adorned with Christian symbols and patterns indicating his religious office. Over the robe, he wears a black mozzetta, a short cape that is typically worn by higher clergy in the Roman Catholic Church. He also has a white almuce, a fur-trimmed hood or shoulder cape worn by canons, draped over his left arm, and he is holding what appears to be a book of scripture or liturgy.
His head is adorned with a biretta, a square cap with three or four peaks...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$144 Sale Price
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Anne d
Auvergne: Nobility in Heraldic Robes, Hand-colored in 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Anne d'Auvergne: Nobility in Heraldic Robes"
Description: This print represents Anne d'Auvergne, a figure of nobility, depicted in a stately and refined manner. She is clad ...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$163 Sale Price
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English Archer in Mid-Draw, Costume Di Moyen Age, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This original antique print depicts an English archer in the act of drawing his longbow, a weapon for which English soldiers were famous during the medieval period. He's dressed in a red garment with a detailed breastplate, and a sword at his side. The longbow was a key English military advantage during conflicts such as the Hundred Years' War. The archer's pose captures the tension and focus required to use the longbow effectively.
The source for this print is Costume Di Moyen Age, published 1847.
More about the vivid colors of this original hand-colored antique print:
The colors have a nice glow over them. Historically, egg whites, known as glair, and sometimes egg yolk were indeed used in illumination and painting, particularly in manuscripts, to give colors a brighter appearance and to add a sheen or gloss to the work. This technique was quite common during the Middle Ages and into the Renaissance.
Egg whites can be applied as a varnish over pigments to enhance their brightness and to protect the colors. This application could make the colors appear more vivid and also add a slight glossy sheen to the surface of the image.
Egg yolk, on the other hand, was commonly used as a binding agent in paint. It forms the basis of tempera paint, a medium that was widely used before the advent of oil painting...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$163 Sale Price
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Vigilance in Blue: 15th Century Military Garb, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Vigilance in Blue: 15th Century Military Garb"
Description: This original handcolored historical illustration presents a military figure from the 15th century, clad in an or...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$172 Sale Price
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Antique Print of St Margaret, After Raphael, C.1850
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful image after Raphael
Fine Steel engraving.
Published C.1850
Unframed.
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English Baroque Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Noble Damsel of the Middle Ages in Traditional Blue Gown and Headdress, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
The print, titled "Demoiselle," which translates to "Young Lady" or "Damsel," depicts a young noblewoman from the Middle Ages. It is another hand-colored engraving from the 1847 seri...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$124 Sale Price
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Maid of Orléans: A Symbol of Valor, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Maid of Orléans: A Symbol of Valor"
Description: This original handcolored antique print portrays an iconic historical figure, the Maid of Orléans, known for her pivotal rol...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$144 Sale Price
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Renaissance Youth: The Italian Page in a Hand-Colored Engraving, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Renaissance Youth: The Italian Page"
Description: This print depicts a young Italian page, a common figure in Renaissance courts, whose duties often included serving nobilit...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$124 Sale Price
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English Soldiers During the Reign of Henry III, Original Liithograph, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This illustration depicts three English soldiers from the reign of King Henry III, as indicated by the title "Soldats Anglais du Regne de Henri III." Each soldier is shown wearing di...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$163 Sale Price
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Court Officers of the Reign of Richard II in an Hand-Colored Lithograph, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
The illustration features two court officers from the reign of Richard II, displaying the rich and ornate clothing typical of English courtly fashion at the end of the 14th century. ...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$163 Sale Price
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Queen Philippa of Hainaut in Ceremonial Attire, Costume Di Moyen Age, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This is an original antique illustration of Philippa of Hainaut, who was Queen of England as the wife of King Edward III. Philippa was renowned for her piety, maternal nature, and diplomatic wisdom. Her depicted attire is typical of the 14th-century fashion, with a fitted gown, a long flowing mantle, and a regal crown, reflecting her status. The illustration includes heraldic shields, indicating her noble lineage. This style of illustration is reminiscent of historical manuscripts, which often included detailed portraits of royalty...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$172 Sale Price
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William de Beauchamp in Noble Attire in An Original Handcolored Lithograph, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This original antique print portrays a medieval nobleman, identified as "Guillelmo Beauchamp," which may refer to William de Beauchamp, a prominent figure in English history. The nob...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$153 Sale Price
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Albrecht Achilles: The Warrior Prince of Brandenburg in Prayer, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
The image depicts Albrecht III Achilles, Elector of Brandenburg, known for being a significant figure in the early history of Brandenburg-Prussia.
Albrecht is shown in a kneeling po...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$153 Sale Price
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The Elegance of Venice: A Portrait of a Young Patrician, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This original antique print depicts a young Venetian man, as indicated by the caption "Jeune Vénitien," which translates to "Young Venetian" from French.
The young man is dressed i...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$182 Sale Price
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Courtly Splendor: A Nobleman at Emperor Sigismund
s Court, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
The image depicts a man identified as a "Gentilhomme de la cour de Sigismond, empereur d'Allemagne," which translates to "Gentleman of the court of Sigismund, Emperor of Germany."
This individual is portrayed in a profile stance, dressed in attire that is indicative of the high-status courtiers during the time of Emperor Sigismund, who reigned in the early 15th century. He is wearing a turban-like headgear, which reflects the influence of Eastern fashion on European court attire, possibly due to the Ottoman influence or the general exchange of culture during the Crusades and subsequent interactions.
His doublet is richly patterned and he has puffed sleeves in red, which were fashionable among the nobility during the period. The garment is accented with a decorative belt that holds what appears to be a purse or a pouch. He also sports tight blue hose and pointed shoes, which complete the ensemble typical of a nobleman or a high-ranking court official in the Holy Roman Empire.
Egg whites can be applied as a varnish over pigments to enhance their brightness and to protect the colors. This application could make the colors appear more vivid and also add a slight glossy sheen to the surface of the image.
Egg yolk, on the other hand, was commonly used as a binding agent in paint. It forms the basis of tempera paint, a medium that was widely used before the advent of oil painting. Egg yolk helps to create a durable and long-lasting color that adheres well to various surfaces.
In the context of the print from 1847, it's less likely that egg whites or yolks were used directly on the print, as by that time, commercial printing processes would have been more advanced and less reliant on such manual methods. However, if this print is a representation of an earlier style or is meant to mimic the appearance of hand-painted manuscripts...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$153 Sale Price
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King Henry VI in Prayer, Original Hand-Colored Lithograph, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
This print represents King Henry VI of England, depicted in a regal and contemplative pose with hands clasped in prayer. He is dressed in a blue robe with a pattern that suggests opu...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$163 Sale Price
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Lichen Varieties: A Collection of Symbiotic Elegance Engraved and Colored, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
The image is an intricate hand-colored engraving showcasing a variety of lichen species. Lichens are symbiotic organisms composed of fungi and algae living together. They are known f...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$269 Sale Price
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Antique Print of Artifacts from New Guinea
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Nouvelle-Guinée'. Original old print with artifacts from New Guinea. This print originates from 'Voyage autour du monde exécuté par ordre du roi, sur la corvett...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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$307 Sale Price
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Antique Map of St. Louis and Chicago
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'The City of St. Louis Missouri - The City of Chicago Illinois'. Dual map on single page showing St. Louis and Chicago. Finely produ...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$144 Sale Price
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Set of 2 Antique Fish Prints - Lionfish - Ponyfish - Scorpion Fish
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of two antique fish prints. Spotfin lionfish, Pterois antennata 123, lookdown, Selene vomer 124, pugnose ponyfish, Secutor insidiator 125. Black...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$422 Sale Price / set
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Antique Print of the Podestat Palace in Florence, Italy, by Bonnard, 1860
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled ‘Palais du Podestat, a Florence, XIVe Siecle.’ Original antique print of the Podestat Palace in Florence, Italy, 14th century. This print originates from 'Costum...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$96 Sale Price
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Cotton Elegance: A Botanical Legacy in Bloom - Old Engravings of 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
The title encapsulates the charm and detailed beauty of the two plants, suitable for an audience that appreciates botanical art and history.
The images have been cropped and assembl...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$230 Sale Price / set
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Maritime Wonders: Beached Leviathans of the 19th Century in Siberia, circa 1850
Located in Langweer, NL
The text in the image is in Italian:
"Balena spinta sulle coste della Siberia."
The phrase mean "Whale stranded on the coasts of Siberia."
The image is a lithograph created by B...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$86 Sale Price
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Antique Print of a Group of Children Dancing in a Circle
Located in Langweer, NL
Untitled antique print of a group of children dancing in a circle. One of the children is sitting on a tree trunk comforted by a parent, a dog is watching. Source unknown to be deter...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Decorations
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Paper
$317 Sale Price
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