1517 Farming Calendar, Master of the Grüninger Workshop, Master Woodcut

Antique print titled 'Siecle des Mexiquains'. Original antique print of the Aztec calendar. The Aztec calendar is the calendar system that was used by t...

Bernard Picart was the maker of this specific engraving. Bernard Picart (1673–1733) was a renowned engraver known for his detailed and highly skilled work, particularly in illustrati...

Antique print of a religious calendar, depicting the month January. With Zodiac sign in upper left corner. Originates from 'Acta Sanctorum', an encyclopedic text in 68 folio volumes ...

Original vintage poster Better Farming Train Australia Trompf, 1924 Condition backing / material: Linen (backed on acid-free paper and cotton canvas) Artist: Percy Trompf Ra...

Title: Woodcuts Depicting Macedonia and the Turks from the Nuremberg Chronicle, Published in 1493 Description: This pair of 15th-century woodcut engravings originates from the Nurem...

Antique print of fruit farming on Java, Indonesia. This print originates from 'Het Kamerlid van Berkestein in Nederlandsch-Indie.', (translatio...

Grand Master of the Constantinian Order - 18th-Century Engraving This captivating hand-colored engraving, titled "Großmeister des Constantiner-Ord...

Holy Family in the Carpenter’s Workshop, Antique German Chromolithograph c.1900 This beautifully composed late nineteenth-century German chromolithograph portrays the Holy Family in an intimate domestic scene set in the carpenter’s workshop of Saint Joseph. Saint Joseph is shown at work with hand tools, shaping wood with calm concentration, while the young Christ stands beside him holding a carpenter’s mallet and plane, symbolically participating in the labor of His earthly father. The Virgin Mary sits quietly nearby, spinning or winding thread, watching over both with serene devotion. All three figures bear softly glowing halos, emphasizing their sacred presence within this everyday setting. The composition is rich in symbolic meaning. The carpenter’s tools and wooden beams reference Christ’s future Passion and the cross, while the youthful participation of Christ in Joseph’s trade underscores the themes of obedience, humility, and the sanctification of daily labor. The Madonna’s gesture toward her heart reflects maternal love and quiet contemplation. Through the open landscape beyond the wall, distant hills and buildings evoke the Holy Land and create depth and peace within the scene. This type of Holy Family imagery was especially popular in Catholic households at the turn of the century, intended as a model for family life rooted in faith, work, and devotion. The scene offered both spiritual instruction and emotional warmth, presenting the Holy Family not in glory, but in humble daily life. Such images were widely displayed in private homes, schools, convents, and parish buildings. The print was produced using traditional chromolithography, a complex multi-stone printing process that allowed for the rich, luminous colors and fine painterly detail visible in the drapery, skin tones, and landscape. The halos, floral elements, and wooden textures show exceptionally fine tonal control. This is a genuine period devotional chromolithograph and not a modern reproduction. The lower margin printing confirms German production for the Catholic devotional market. Large-format Holy Family scenes of this quality and color preservation are becoming increasingly scarce and are highly desirable to collectors of religious iconography and historic devotional prints. Condition report: Very good overall condition. Colors remain strong, fresh, and well saturated. Light age toning visible mainly in the margins. Minor handling wear consistent with age. No major tears, losses, or water damage observed. The image area itself is clean and visually striking. Framing tips: This print displays beautifully in a soft gilt or antique gold frame that complements the warm tones of the workshop setting. A light ivory or warm cream mat enhances the colors without overpowering the scene. Dark walnut or cherry wood frames also work exceptionally well for church, rectory, or classic interior settings. Technique: Chromolithograph Maker: German devotional press, printed in Germany, circa 1900 holy family carpenter workshop saint joseph carpenter print child jesus with tools virgin mary devotional art antique catholic chromolithograph holy family wall art german religious print christ child carpenter family devotion image religious home interior print antique christian wall art catholic household devotion sacred family scene turn of the century devotional saint joseph and child jesus holy family workshop scene printed in germany religious antique religious lithograph...

Antique print titled 'Master of Arts, of the Non Regent, or Lower House'. Portrait of William Farish, Master of Arts of the Non-Regent, or Lower House, made after a drawing by Thomas...

Olivia Holm-Møller, Danish artist, woodcut on paper. "The Story of Jonah". Signed OHM. Mid-20th century. Framed behind glass. Perfect condition. Dimensions: W 32.5 cm x H 32.0 cm. Ov...