European Prints

Funerary Procession & Tomb Façade of Osymandias, Thebes – Pair of Views, c.1776 Description: This pair of antique engravings presents detailed illustrations relating to the monument...

Georges Rouault, 'Sunt Lacrimae Rerum..." from the Miserere Series, executed between 1917-23 and published in 1948. Old hand written label on back reads: "Sunt LaCrimne Rarum" An original engraving by G.Rouault signed...

Antique portrait titled 'Maria, Gemalinne van Willem de II. Prins van Oranje, enz. enz. enz'. Portrait of Mary, Princess of Orange; half-length dire...

Etching by Karl Bauer (1905–1993), bust portrait of Frederick the Great An expressive etching by Austrian artist Karl Bauer, depicting a bust-length portrait of Frederick II of Prus...

Elegant hand-watercoloured print representing the herbaceous biennial plant Anthriscus sylvestris, known as cow parsley, painted with notes of antique rose and light blue color shade...

Portrait of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Brain & Payne, London, c. 1830 This elegant antique engraving depicts the great composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791) as a full-length st...

Burmese Alphabet – Antique Comparative Chart in Dutch, “Het Birmansche Alphabet genaamd Kagye-Kagué”, c.1800 This elegant and rare antique linguistic chart presents the Burmese alph...

Orientalist Lithograph of Reclining Woman with Parrots – “Ulrika”, c.1840, Berlin This striking hand-colored lithograph titled “Ulrika” present...

Freshwater Fish Print: Pike, Catfish, Eel, Trout – Antique 1867 This detailed antique print depicts a variety of European freshwater fish, including pike, catfish, trout, eels, and ...

Portrait of Friedrich Wilhelm II, King of Prussia, circa 1810–1825 This finely executed antique print presents a distinguished profile portrait of Friedrich Wilhelm II (1744–1797), ...

Paragon un Barbe Pl. 6&9 'A General System of Horsemanship in All Its Branchs'. A pair of hand-colored engravings depicting two different views of the Welbeck Estate in Nottinghamshi...

Wonderful Hogarth prints Blackwell's Military Figures Copper-plate engravings by Thomas Cook Published by Longman, Hirst, Rees & Orme, 1807-1808 ...

Karl Blossfeldt — Framed Photogravure: Natural Grace, 1942 A striking Karl Blossfeldt photogravure from the 1942 edition of Wunder in der Natur. Retaining its original condition, i...

Set of Three Antique Prints of Birds of Prey by Oskar von Riesenthal, 1894 Description: A rare and beautifully preserved set of three chromolithographs from Oskar von Riesenthal’s D...

Antique Lichen Prints Set of 6 – German Botanical Lithographs 1874 This remarkable wall set of six original scientific lithographs comes from the rare 1874 German publication “Cryptogamen-Flora – Flechten,” devoted entirely to the detailed study of lichens. Issued in Gera by the respected scientific publisher C. B. Griesbach and prepared by Otto Müller and G. Pabst, this series represents one of the most precise 19th-century visual documents of cryptogamic botany. Each plate is densely populated with finely rendered lichen specimens, shown in multiple growth stages with accompanying microscopic structural details. The compositions are carefully balanced across each sheet, creating an extraordinary rhythm of organic textures, cellular formations, and natural pattern systems. Together, the six plates form a powerful scientific grid that is visually striking both at close inspection and from a distance. Produced during the golden age of European botanical taxonomy, these lithographs were created as serious reference tools for pharmacists, physicians, and natural scientists. Unlike decorative flower books intended for the general public, true cryptogam atlases such as this were printed in far smaller numbers and were subjected to hard professional use. As a result, intact matching sets have become increasingly scarce on the market. The restrained monochrome palette gives this set a timeless graphic quality that integrates effortlessly into both classical and contemporary interiors. Displayed as a horizontal 3×2 wall arrangement or in vertical pairing formats, the set works exceptionally well in studies, medical offices, libraries, design hotels, law firms, galleries, and minimalist residential spaces. The scientific precision combined with the abstract beauty of lichen morphology makes this set particularly attractive to modern interior designers seeking authentic historical material with strong visual structure. This is a cohesive original 19th-century wall ensemble, not a later reproduction or decorative reprint. Each plate is an authentic lithograph pulled from the original 1874 publication. Condition Report All six plates are in very good antique condition. Light, even age toning consistent with 19th-century paper. No tears or losses observed. Margins remain intact. Image impressions are crisp and well preserved. Minor surface marks or faint edge handling wear may be present but do not detract from display quality. Framing Suggestions This set presents beautifully in slim natural oak or walnut frames with deep ivory museum mats for a clean, contemporary gallery look. For a more dramatic, archival presentation, matte black frames with soft off-white mats will emphasize the fine line work and give the set a striking museum-style presence. UV-protective glazing is recommended for long-term preservation. Technique: Lithography Maker: Otto Müller & G. Pabst, Germany, 1874 SEO Keyword Block antique botanical prints, lichen lithographs, cryptogam flora, 19th century science prints, german botanical art, medical wall art, pharmacy decor, scientific wall set, black and white botanical prints, natural history lithographs, antique plant prints, lichen study plates, interior designer wall art, antique scientific illustration

Father Dominique Parrenin – Jesuit Missionary in China, Portrait by Portier, c.1790 This fine late 18th-century engraving depicts Father Dominique Parrenin (1665–1741), a French Jes...

Pair of hand colored engravings of the Royal Palace and Brussels Park by Balthasar Friedrich Leizelt (also spelled Leizel, active 1750–1800) a German artist and copperplate engraver working from Augsburg. These are beautiful and evocative renderings of architecture, open space and perspective. 1- Place Royal A Bruxelles 2- Vue Du Parc A Bruxelles 22 inches wide 18 high Leizelt produced a series of European and American scenic views at a time when pictures of foreign countries and people were popular and designed for use in optical viewers. As is normal for these prints the series title is a mirror image because optical viewers made use of mirrors which reversed the image. The Age of Enlightenment sparked a great interest in science, so that optical toys...

Artistic decorative hand water coloured print representing a Leucippe butterfly. This print has been pressed with an ancient press called "a Stella" and entirely hand water coloured...

Rivinus botanicals: Natrix, Astragalus & Cytisus, Leipzig, 1690s (set of 3) Set of three late-17th/early-18th-century botanical copper engravings with period hand-colour, attributed...

Snake Print of Rattlesnake and Horned Viper, c.1850, by Orbigny This highly detailed 19th-century hand-colored engraving, Reptiles Pl. 13, features two of the world’s most iconic ve...

Antique print titled 'Assyrian - Assyrien - Assyrisch'. Chromolithograph of Furniture. This print originates from 'Le Costume Historique' by M.A. Racinet. Published, circa 1880.     

A set of four framed early 20th Century Louis Wain prints of comical cats playing golf and housed in the original oak frames, each print signed and titled, prints are of The Drive; The Approach; Holed Out and The Put, each print in excellent condition and having decorative oak shaped frames. Circa 1920. Louis William Wain...

The Muzzle Dog – Antique Engraving of a Belgian Mastiff by A.H. Payne after Lorenz, Leipzig & Dresden, c.1850 This mid-19th-century engraving, titled in German Das Maulthuhnwerk (“T...

Antique Chromolithograph of 19th Century Sugarcane Harvest, circa 1890 This striking chromolithograph titled “Die Zuckerrohrernte” (The Sugarcane Harvest) dates to around 1890 and d...

Antique Fruit Prints – Pears, Strawberry, Apple with Insects, c.1840s–1850s A charming set of five original hand-colored lithographs depicting a ...

In the illustrious realm of travel posters, certain pieces transcend their promotional purpose to become timeless works of art. Among these, Mathieu's 1967 Air France Japan poster st...

18th Century Decorative Fan and Ornament Designs – French Rococo Details, Plate XCVI This highly detailed chromolithograph, Plate XCVI from *L'Ornement Polychrome*, presents an exqu...

Antique print titled 'Eauweck, capitale de Camboye'. Decorative panoramic view of the town of Longvek (or Lavek) in Cambodia. It was the second capital city during the Cambodia's Mid...

Architectural Plan of the Shwemawdaw Pagoda – Ground Plan of the Great Temple at Pegu, circa 1800 This rare and finely executed Dutch engraving titled “Grondteekening van den Sjoema...

Seated Buddha at Gaya – Antique Dutch Print of a Statue in Bengal, ca. 1800 This early 19th-century Dutch engraving titled "Afbeelding van Boodh, te Gaija in Bengalen te zien" (Tran...

Product Description: This print by Karel Appel was designed for the 200 years birthday of the United States. The print has been made by Mourlot in Paris. Looking at this painting ma...

Antique Print – Hungarian Hussars on Horseback, Military Uniforms – 1858 This striking antique lithograph, dated 1858, presents two Hungarian Hussars on horseback in full regimental...

This is an engraving, in colors. With a large frame in wood. Representing an architectural place. It has been made in Italy in the 19th Century.

Antique map titled 'Septemtrionaliora Americae a Groenlandia (..)'. Sea chart of the northern waters of North America, including the coast of Labrador and pa...

A Lady’s Horse – From Cassell’s Book of the Horse, 1873, after Monpezat An elegant 1873 chromolithograph from Cassell’s Book of the Horse, depicting “A Lady’s Horse – The Property o...

Moorish Woman Costume Print Algeria 1853 by Compte-Calix – Hand-Colored Lithograph This elegant antique print depicts a Moorish woman (Femme Mauresque) from Algeria, part of the cel...

Daniel in the Lions’ Den – Antique Hand-Coloured Engraving after Picart, 1727–1738 This powerful hand-coloured engraving depicts the biblical story of Daniel in the lions’ den, as d...

Antique Chromolithographs of Quail, Grouse & Partridge – 19th Century Bird Prints Description: This set of three antique chromolithographs presents beautifully detailed studies of g...

Cattle Early Morning – Antique 1849 Engraving by J. Cousen after T.S. Cooper This finely detailed steel engraving, titled Cattle Early Morning, is after a painting by Thomas Sidney ...

Mrs Gamp from Martin Chuzzlewit – Kyd Character Print after Dickens, ca. 1889 Description: This original chromolithograph portrays the unforgettable character of Mrs Sarah Gamp from...

"The Steeplechase," circa 1900, a group of four colored prints, presented in wide oak frames. Thomas Blinks, the foremost sporting and animal painter of his generation, circa 1860-1912.

Two religious images on one sheet titled 'Kopere Zee in den Tempel van Salomon' and 'Doorsnede van de Kopere Zee des Tempels van Salomon'. The 'Brazen Sea' in Solomon's Temple an...

Vue des Restes d’un Temple de Vénus, Isle de Nisida – Antique Engraved Gulf of Naples View (1760s) This impressive 18th-century French engraving presents a sweeping coastal view of ...

Hindu Sacred Musicians – Satadéven and Vaïche Navin, 1806 This finely executed engraving features two South Indian sacred musicians, titled Satadéven and Vaïche Navin, each holding ...

Isola Bella Italy – Antique Lake Maggiore Lithograph View (c.1830) This early 19th-century lithograph offers a calm and finely detailed view of Isola Bella on Lake Maggiore, capturi...

Renaissance Ceiling Design – Geometric Panel Pattern in Rich Gold and Red, Plate LXV This 19th-century chromolithograph from *L’Ornement Polychrome* (Plate LXV) features a striking ...

Renaissance Ceiling Designs – Antique Chromolithograph, Pl. LX This vibrant chromolithograph, Plate LX from *L'Ornement Polychrome* (Paris, circa 1869), features a striking collecti...

Maori Warrior Costume Print – Antique Hand-Colored Lithograph, 1854 Description: This antique hand-colored lithograph, published in 1854 in Album des Voyages Anciens et Modernes by ...

Medieval Church Ceremony with Clergy and Choirboys, Richly Detailed Engraving Description: This vivid hand-colored engraving from the 1845 publication 'Costumes Historiques des XIII...

Engraving of Pieter Janszoon Kies – Mayor of Haarlem, after Ketel / by Houbraken, c.1750 This finely detailed portrait engraving depicts Pieter Janszoon Kies, Mayor (Burgemeester) o...

Plains Indigenous Life and Buffalo Hunt – Set of 19th Century Canadian Engravings This striking vertical trio of antique steel engravings offers a rare and detailed ethnographic gli...

St. Aloysius Gonzaga, c.1900 German Devotional Chromolithograph (Printed in Germany) This early 20th-century German chromolithograph presents a serene and contemplative portrait of St. Aloysius Gonzaga, one of the most revered saints of the Catholic Church and patron saint of youth and purity. Produced around 1900 by a major German devotional press, the print displays the refined craftsmanship and rich colouring typical of the period’s finest chromolithographic work. The composition shows the young saint in quiet adoration of the crucifix, his head tilted in prayerful devotion, surrounded by classic symbols of sanctity and purity: lilies, rosary beads, devotional books, and the deep red cloth of an altar. Unlike the more dramatic depictions from the same era, this version places Aloysius within a softly rendered church interior, with a framed image of the Virgin and Child visible behind him. His vestments are delicately modelled, with lace edging and soft shading achieved through multiple lithographic stones, each layer adding depth and texture to the fabric. The gentle gradation of colour in the background and the luminous golden halo around the saint reveal the technical mastery of German chromolithographers working circa 1900–1915. The lower margin includes multilingual captions—“Hl. Aloysius von Gonzaga. St. Luigi di Gonzaga. St. Louis de Gonzague. St. Luis Gonzaga. St. Aloysius of Gonzaga.”—reflecting the widespread international distribution of German devotional prints. The imprimatur line, “Imprimi permittitur. Ordinariatus episcopalis Limburgensis,” confirms official Church approval for its publication. The imprint “Printed in Germany” situates the work in one of the major German centres of religious chromolithography, likely Munich or Cologne, where high-quality devotional images were produced for Catholic communities across Europe and the Americas. This print is unquestionably an original chromolithograph. The velvety colour fields, stippled pigment textures, soft transitions, crisp typesetting, and characteristic matte paper all confirm authentic stone-based printing rather than modern offset or digital reproduction. Prints of St. Aloysius from this period were commonly displayed in Catholic schools, parishes, and youth chapels, making high-quality surviving examples increasingly desirable for both devotional use and collectors of sacred art. Conditon Report: Very good condition. The colours remain bright and true, with light and even toning at the outer margins and minor handling marks typical of age. No tears, losses, creases, or repairs. The plate text and imprimatur remain sharp and fully legible. Tips for Framing: Ideal for framing in a dark walnut or gilded frame to complement the warm reds and golds of the composition. A cream or ivory mat helps emphasize the saint’s pale vestments and the purity symbolized by the lilies. For a more modern presentation, a slim black frame with a wide mat creates elegant contrast while preserving the devotional atmosphere. Technique: Chromolithograph Maker: German Devotional Press, printed in Germany, c.1900 st aloysius gonzaga saint aloysius aloysius print catholic saint art devotional art religious art german chromolithograph printed in germany antique lithograph chromolithograph imprimi permittitur church imprimatur holy youth lilies of purity crucifix devotion altar scene early 20th century religious print german devotional art fine chromolitho religious ephemera antique christian art

The Nativity, c.1900 German Chromolithograph “The Birth of Jesus” (Printed in Germany) This beautiful early 20th-century German chromolithograph of “The Birth of Jesus” is a richly detailed devotional scene showing the Nativity as it appeared in the finest German religious prints of the period. Produced around 1900–1920 by a major German devotional press, the work exemplifies the warmth, luminous colour, and emotional clarity that made these chromolithographs treasured in Catholic households across Europe and the Americas. The composition presents the Virgin Mary and Joseph watching over the Christ Child, who lies upon a bed of straw illuminated by a radiant divine beam. Shepherds kneel and bow in reverence, offering homage with humble gestures and simple gifts, while others approach from the right carrying lambs. The soft modelling of the figures, the golden haloes, the warm earth tones of the stable interior, and the vivid reds and greens of the shepherds’ garments all reflect the layered stone-colour technique of true chromolithography. Each hue is built from multiple ink plates, creating the velvety gradients and luminous highlights that distinguish authentic chromolithographs from later reproductions. Along the lower left margin, multilingual titles identify the subject for international distribution: “Die Geburt Jesu. The Birth of Jesus. La Nativité. La nascita di Gesù. El nacimiento de Jesús…” This multilingual caption is typical of German religious publishers who exported devotional art worldwide during the early 20th century. The imprint “Printed in Germany” further confirms its origin in one of the major German chromolithographic centres such as Munich, Dresden, or Cologne, all of which specialised in high-quality Catholic imagery during this period. This piece is unquestionably an original chromolithograph, not a modern reproduction. The print displays the characteristic stone-layered pigment structure, stippled textures, and warm matte surface associated with genuine chromolithographic production. The natural toning of the paper, the crisp plate text, and the nuanced colour transitions further confirm its authenticity. These Nativity scenes were often framed near family altars and are now increasingly sought after for both devotional use and interior display. Condition Report: Very good condition. Colours bright and unfaded. Minor edge toning and small handling traces consistent with age. No tears, losses, creases, or repairs. Caption and imprint line remain sharp and fully legible. Best displayed in a gilded or walnut frame to enhance the golden haloes and warm palette of the stable scene. A cream or ivory mat will complement the tender atmosphere and highlight the luminous tones. A slim black frame with a wide mat offers a modern gallery presentation while preserving the devotional character. Technique: Chromolithograph Maker: German Devotional Press, printed in Germany, c.1900 nativity birth of jesus die geburt jesu adoration of the shepherds holy family christ child virgin mary st joseph shepherds catholic art religious art devotional print chromolithograph german chromolithograph printed in germany antique lithograph early 20th century religious print christian iconography christmas art epiphany art holy family scene fine chromolitho religious ephemera antique christian art...

St. Anthony of Padua with Infant Christ, c.1905 German Chromolithograph (Seiberl) This beautiful early 20th-century chromolithograph of St. Anthony of Padua holding the Infant Chris...

each large engraving framed in period ebonized frame, the scenes depicting Roman views with architecture and figures

Antique print titled 'A View of Madrid the Capital of Spain'. View of the city of Madrid, Spain. Shows figures in the foreground, pleasure boats, a bridge, the Royal Palace, parkland...

Untitled print, Section VIII, plate IV. This chromolithograph depicts a series of six ivory carvings. 1. a group of a lady and a child, 2. a figure of K...

A striking lithograph by Salvador Dalí from The Four Ages of Man suite, titled Adolescencia, signed by the artist and published by Galerie Spectra, Zurich. This limited edition print...

Rare antique hand-colored steel cut engraving from European Magazine - titled 'VIEW OF RYDE - IN THE ISLE OF WIGHT' - drawn by J. Nixon - engraved by S. Rawle - published by I. Asper...

Extra Large Art Print of a Japanese "SATSUMA" vase. Printed by hand on engraving paper with an antique star press. Completely hand-coloured by our ski...