1840s Prints

Title: 19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Ornate Spiked and Circular Shields Description: This exquisite hand-coloured lithograph features two striking examples of medieval...

Antique print titled 'Simoda in Japan'. Steel engraving of Shimoda, a city and port located in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. Originates from 'Meyers Univer...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Medieval Crossbow, Arrows, and Bows Description: This beautifully hand-coloured lithograph features an array of Medieval weaponry, meticulo...

This lovely set of four framed prints are by famed English engraver, illustrator and painter Samuel Bradshaw 1810-1880. His worked can be vi...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Jousting Scene with Vibrant Striped and Floral Caparisons This magnificent original hand-coloured lithograph, produced in 1842, offers a captivating gli...

Title: 19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Ornate Tournament and Plate Armor Description: This finely detailed hand-coloured lithograph showcases two magnificent examples of ...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Ornate Parade and Tournament Armor This striking hand-coloured lithograph showcases two magnificent suits of parade and ceremonial armor, ...

Title: "Renaissance Herald: The Messenger of News" Description: This print depicts a trumpeter from the 15th century, known as a herald, who served the crucial role of conveying mes...

Great image of partridge. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. brown with original hand color. ...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Print of Armed Horsemen Bearing a Heraldic Banner This original hand-coloured lithograph, produced in 1842, provides a captivating glimpse into the marti...

Description: This original antique print, labeled "Jeune Italien, No. 2," which translates to "Italian Youth, No. 2," depicts a young man in what appears to be a Renaissance-period a...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of a Multi-Level Medieval Siege Tower This impressive hand-coloured lithograph features a detailed depiction of a multi-level medieval siege ...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Knightly Parade Armour Print with Vibrant Heraldic Motifs This original hand-coloured lithograph, produced in 1842, provides a rare and striking view into...

Title: Original Hand-Coloured Knightly Combat Print from 'Der Rittersaal', Stuttgart, 1842 Description: This striking original hand-coloured lithograph originates from 'Der Ritter...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Mounted Combat with Spear and Sword This original hand-coloured lithograph, produced in 1842, provides a vivid and dynamic glimpse into the...

1858 Hand-Colored Lithograph of Flower Beetles on a Blossom – Elegant Natural History Illustration This illustration depicts two vividly colored beetles, likely representing species...

The Rhinoceros Hornbill, also known as the "Calao Rhinocéros" in French, is a remarkable and striking bird native to the forests of Southeast Asia, particularly found in Malaysia, In...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph Compilation of Ornate Medieval Polearms Description: This carefully curated compilation of two hand-coloured lithographs presents a stunning ...

The Crocodilus biporcatus, also known as the "Crocodile à deux arêtes," refers to the species scientifically recognized as the Cuban Crocodile (Crocody...

Title: Shells of the Unio: A Study in Nature's Diversity Description: This compilation features two detailed engravings titled "Unio Pl. VI" and "Unio Pl. IV." Published in the mid-...

The collage for the catalogue features a curated selection of antique naturalist illustrations, each finely detailed and precisely hand-colored, celebrating the diversity of aquatic and arthropod species: 1. One illustration depicts a **lobster**, easily recognizable by its large claws and segmented body, a classic subject of marine biology due to its complex anatomy and commercial significance. 2. There's also portrayal of a **squid**, its elongated body and tentacles depicted with scientific accuracy, capturing the essence of this mysterious and intelligent cephalopod. 3. The third picture showcases a **crayfish**, with its characteristic pincers and armored exoskeleton, an important creature both ecologically and gastronomically. 4. Finally, the far right features a **sea slug...

The animal depicted in this print is commonly known as the horseshoe crab, specifically the Limulus polyphemus, also known as the Atlantic horseshoe crab. These marine arthropods are...

Vibrant Depictions of 19th Century Japanese Costumes from Auguste Wahlen’s Masterpiece These prints depict various figures from Japanese society, ranging from a humble fisherman's family to a nobleman, a ceremonial samurai, and infantry musicians. Each figure is intricately dressed in traditional attire, reflecting their status and roles. The prints were created by the artist Auguste Wahlen as part of his celebrated work *"Moeurs, Usages et Costumes de tous les Peuples de Monde"* (Customs, Manners, and Dress of All the Peoples of the World), published in 1843. The vibrant colors and fine detailing were achieved using lithography, a printmaking technique that involves drawing on a flat surface with a grease-based medium and using a chemical process to transfer the image. The accuracy of the costumes and lively scenes make these lithographs especially appealing. The contrast between the vivid costumes and soft shading adds depth, capturing the essence of Japanese life during this period. Attraction of the Prints: The appeal lies in their historic and ethnographic value, showcasing detailed attire and customs from another era, accompanied by the richness of the lithography technique. The vibrant colors, clean lines, and the representation of both nobility and common folk offer viewers a rich visual experience, portraying a distant culture with authenticity and grace. Keywords: 19th-century prints, Japanese costume lithographs, traditional Japanese attire, Auguste Wahlen prints, "Moeurs, Usages et Costumes," ethnographic art, historic lithographs, ceremonial Japanese dress, Japanese fishermen prints, samurai art...

Title: "Devout Reflection: A Medieval Bourgeoise in Prayer" Description: This print presents a serene image of a woman, labeled as a bourgeoise, engaged in an act of devotion. Her a...

This image is a beautifully detailed handcolored engraving from 1845, featuring a series of marine invertebrates and insects. It includes eight specimens, each meticulously illustrat...

The image depicts illustrations of three different fish species, each labeled with both a common name and a scientific name: 1. **Ptreoïs (Pterois volitans)**: This is the lionfish,...

Title: 1. Grenouille verte - Rana esculenta (Green Frog) 2. Rainette a tapiries - Hyla tinctoria (Blue poison-arrow frog from Surinam / Guiana) 3. Pipa commun - Pipa vulgaris (Surina...

Hand colored lithograph portrait of "O-Poth-Le-Yo-Ho-Lo," a Creek Chief & speaker of the Councils, after the oil on canvas portrait by Charles Bird King. The lithographic portrait is from McKinney...

This original antique print of the butterfly "Urania prometheus" is a detailed illustration that served as a plate in "Dictionnaire Classique des Sciences Naturelles" by Pierre Augus...

Title: "Charles VI: The Well-Beloved Monarch" Description: This print depicts Charles VI of France, known as Charles the Well-Beloved, later nicknamed Charles the Mad due to his per...

An antique botanical engraving of the Acrostichum Aureum, also known as the Golden Leather Fern, though the text "Acrostic ecussonne" may ...

The image is a hand-colored engraving from the 'Dictionnaire Classique des Sciences Naturelles' by Pierre Auguste Joseph Drapiez, published in 1845. It features three species of smal...

This original antique print depicts a person labeled as "Jeune Vénitien de la Calza," which translates to "Young Venetian of the Calza." The Calza was a Renaissance cultural associat...

This original antique print depicts a figure labeled "JUIF," which is the French word for "Jew." The character is shown in traditional clothing that could be associated with a Jewish...

The engravings depict a variety of marine organisms, specifically mollusks, which include both gastropods and bivalves. The details for the three prints provided are as follows: 1. ...

Title: "Renaissance Grace: A Lady's Attire in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This lithograph from "Costume du Moyen Âge," dated 1847, captures the elegance and vibrancy of a l...

Title: "The Noble Sport: A German Falconer in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This lithograph from "Costume du Moyen Âge," produced in 1847, showcases a German falconer in the ...

This original antique engraving depicts a collection of marine mollusks, which are a diverse group of invertebrates living mostly in aquatic habitats. These are likely depicted for t...

Antique hand-colored print depicting various beetles. Each beetle is meticulously illustrated, likely hand-colored after printing, which was the style of the mid-19th century scientific illustrations. The image includes a key at the bottom, which provides the names of the beetles in French, such as "SPHENOQNCATHE primordie" and "PHILODTE de humboldt," among others. (see below). These illustrations were part of an entomological reference in "Dictionnaire Classique des Sciences Naturelles" by Pierre Auguste Joseph Drapiez. These beetles would have been represented to aid in the scientific study and categorization of insect species...

Antique print titled 'Charge des Chasseurs d'Afrique sur les Arabes (..)'. Original lithograph of the Chasseurs d'Afrique charging the Arabs when leaving the Bivouac of Sidi tamt...

Antique print titled 'Pl. 13 Mollusques - Gastéropodes'. Old print of different types of molluscs. This print originates from 'Dictionnaire Universel d’Histoire Naturelle' by Charles D’Orbigny...

Antique map titled 'Kingdom of Spain and Portugal'. Old map of Spain and Portugal, with an inset map of the region of Madrid. This map originates from 'A New Universal Atlas Cont...

Antique print titled 'Pl. 11 Mollusques'. Old print of different types of molluscs. This print originates from 'Dictionnaire Universel d’Histoire Naturelle' by Charles D’Orbigny...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph: Two Knights Jousting in Vibrant Heraldic Colours This striking original hand-coloured lithograph, produced in 1842, vividly portrays a tense m...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Print of Armoured Knights in Close-Combat Horseback Duel This remarkable original hand-coloured lithograph, produced in 1842, offers a compelling glimpse ...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Medieval Horsemen with Festive Standards This original hand-coloured lithograph, produced in 1842, provides a fascinating window into the ce...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Medieval Gauntlets and Arm Defenses This finely detailed hand-coloured lithograph showcases a variety of medieval gauntlets and arm defens...

1848 Hand-Colored Lithograph of Butterfly Life Cycle – An Exquisite Study of Metamorphosis and Natural Beauty This hand-colored lithograph from 1848 captures the life cycle of a but...

The Jousting Tournament: Knights in Combat Description: This hand-colored lithograph showcases an intense moment in a medieval jousting tournament, with two knights charging at ea...

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Print of Medieval Musicians on Horseback This captivating original hand-coloured lithograph, dating to 1842, offers a vivid glimpse into the ceremonial an...

Title: 19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Medieval Catapults and Siege Engines Description: This finely hand-coloured lithograph features two intricately designed 'medieval ...

Title: "Traditional Eleuth Warrior Attire in 1844 Lithograph" Description: This hand-colored lithograph titled *Eleuthe* (Eleuth) portrays a man from the Eleuth tribe, a subgroup of the Oirat Mongols. The image is part of Auguste Wahlen's "Moeurs, Usages et Costumes de tous les Peuples de Monde" (Customs, Manners, and Dress of All the Peoples of the World), published in 1844. The print was created by an anonymous engraver after Wahlen's designs, with notable contributions from artists such as Evrard Duverger, L. Markaert, and R. King. The lithograph is enhanced with Arabic gum on vellum paper, adding a bright gloss and deepening the colors. Notable Features of the Attire: - Helmet: The warrior wears a distinctive helmet, possibly crafted from metal or leather, which suggests a readiness for battle. The helmet design is typical of Mongolian and Central Asian tribes, providing protection while maintaining mobility. - Coat: The long, fur-lined coat is characteristic of the Eleuths, suited to the cold climates of Central Asia. The coat is intricately patterned, showcasing both practicality and status. - Sword: The sword hanging by his side is a symbol of his warrior class. The hilt appears to be ornately decorated, hinting at a higher social rank or experience in battle. Cultural and Historical Insight: The Eleuth people were part of the broader Oirat confederation of nomadic Mongols who lived in what is now Xinjiang and parts of Central Asia. Their warrior culture was highly developed, and this lithograph captures the essence of a soldier's dress during the 19th century. The attire shown here reflects both the harsh environment and the martial lifestyle that characterized their existence. Keywords for Searching: People searching for prints like this might use terms such as "Eleuth warrior lithograph," "Wahlen 1844 Mongolian print...

Original antique hand-colored print of three monkeys. Very decorative. Encounter the intriguing world of primates through this collection featuring three remarkable species captured...

The engraving illustrates three marine creatures: 1. **Ophiure serpent de mer** - This is likely an ophiuroid, commonly known as a brittle star. These are echinoderms, related to st...

Great image of crossbills Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. brown with original hand color. ...

These two antique handcolored lithographs are colored prints from the book "Costume du Moyen Âge" published in 1847. The prints depict detailed ecclesiastical items from the Middle A...

This antique hand-colored print originates from the same "Costume du Moyen Age" series from 1847 and depicts a young English squire, an attendant to a knight during the medieval peri...

The illustration is a collection of various shells, likely representing both gastropods and bivalves: 1. **Télescope vulgaire** - Possibly named for its elongated, tubular shape, re...

The illustration, an original hand-colored engraving, features a collection of shells and marine organisms, likely from various classes of the phylum Mollusca: 1. **Lingule anatine...

Great image of seals. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. brown with original hand color. Published...