Benelux - Prints

Set of 3 Biblical Engravings – St. Luke: Apostle Simon, Simeon’s Prophecy & Christ’s Circumcision (1735) This beautifully composed set of three antique engravings illustrates scenes...

Cashew and Rose Apple Trees with Pepper and Crocus Indicus – de Bry, 1600 Exotic early engraving from Johann and Israel de Bry’s illustrated edition of Jan Huygen van Linschoten’s t...

Antique print titled 'G. Lamongan'. Beautiful lithograph of Gunung Lamongan. Gunung Lamongan or Mount Lamongan (1,651m - 5, 417 ft) is a small stratovolcano located between the massi...

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 ...

Plate 17 from "La Methode et Invention nouvelle de Dresser les Chevaux" portrays William Cavendish, the first Duke of Newcastle, providing instructions to Captain Mazin in the art of...

Title: Natives of St. Mary’s and St. Lawrence Islands, from Pontanus’ Rerum et urbis Amstelodamensium historia, 1611 This striking early 17th-century engraving depicts the inhabitan...

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...

This lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann presents a detailed portrait of a Tahitian dancer. The artwork is part of Brodtmann’s ethnographic series, capturing the attire, posture, and...

The image is a historical copper engraving from 1673, taken from the German edition of Arnoldus Montanus' work, which is known for its depiction of the Americas and the Southern land...

Edo-Period Actor Portrait with Umbrella – School of Katsukawa Shunshō, c.1780 Description: This elegant Edo-period Japanese woodblock print, dating from around 1780, depicts a seate...

De Bry Engraving “Expressio Germinum” – Exotic Plants of St. Lawrence Island, c.1598 A fascinating original 16th-century copper engraving from Theodor de Bry’s Petits Voyages (Frank...

This striking 1611 engraving is a memorial tribute to Jacob van Heemskerck, the famed Dutch navigator, explorer, and naval commander, published in Johannes Isacius Pontanus’ Rerum et...

Humorous Scene of Two Ladies in a Donkey Cart – “Wie wird das enden?” by Léon Girardet, c. 1890 Description: This charming color lithograph, titled “Wie wird das enden?” (How will t...

Shepherd Resting Against a Fence – 18th-Century Etching by F. Faber This finely detailed etching by F. Faber, titled 'Schaapherder leunend tegen hek' (Shepherd Resting Against a F...

17th Century French Cartouches – Ornamental Baroque Frames, Plate LXXVII This richly colored chromolithograph from the 19th-century decorative arts series *L'Ornement Polychrome* pr...

Conflict Between Island Natives, from Pontanus’ History of Amsterdam, 1611 This early 17th-century engraving depicts a dramatic scene of conflict between native islanders, likely dr...

Antique print titled 'Keepers Croats - Gardiens Croates'. Chromolithographed plate of Croatian guards. This print originates from 'Stamboul. Souvenir d'Orient' by Amadeo Preziosi...

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...

Antique map titled 'Dépt. de l'Ariège'. Map of the French department of Haute-Vienne, France. Haute-Vienne is home to the commune of Limoge, which makes oak barrels used...

Austro-Hungarian Army Uniforms – Cavalry, Infantry, Artillery & Parade Dress, c.1890 Description: Set of three antique hand-coloured lithograph prints illustrating the Austro-Hungar...

Antique print titled 'Le Chien de Chasse - Sporting Dog (..)'. Original engraving of a hunting dog. Lithographed by W. French after Stubbs. Published b...

Jan Saudek, Czech photographer, born 1935 Original silver gelatin print, photograph Title : "Mothers & daughters" Model print # 186 Finished , September 17 1892 Signed lower right ...

Antique Javanese Prints – Gamelan Instruments & Wayang Puppets – c.1860 This pair of finely hand-colored lithographs presents two central elements of Javanese performing arts: the m...

Antique Print of Capelin and Smelt – Gaimard, 1842 This fine hand-colored lithograph depicts two important North Atlantic fish species: the Capelin (Mallotus villosus, top) and the ...

Eighteenth-Century Engraving of a Cannon-Boring Machine from Fonte des Canons Description: This highly detailed eighteenth-century engraving illustrates a cannon-boring machine used...

Fine early plan of Batavia (Jakarta), published by Arnoldus Montanus. This map has a vignette at the bottom showing Jakarta from the sea with the volcanoes Mount Gede, Mount Pangrnago and Mount Salak in the background. The plan is based on the earlier, much larger map of Batavia published by Clement de Jonghe...

Pèlerin - 1862 Hand-Colored Lithograph of a Pilgrim This 1862 hand-colored lithograph depicts a Pèlerin, or Pilgrim, embodying the humility and devotion of those on spiritual jour...

Title: Idol Worship at Bantam, from Pontanus’ History of Amsterdam, 1611 This fascinating 1611 engraving originates from Johannes Isacius Pontanus’ Rerum et urbis Amstelodamensium h...

Italian Renaissance Dress: Noblewoman, Page, and Soldier in Fine Detail Description: This vibrant set of three hand-colored lithographs captures the essence of Italian fashion durin...

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 plan titled 'Plan de l'Isle de Goree The island of Gorée lies off the coast of Senegal, opposite Dakar. From the 15th to the 19th century, it was the largest slave-tradin...

Title: Prepusa hookeriana – A Rare Botanical Print by Hoola van Houten in Elegant Matting This finely hand-colored botanical print features 'Prepusa hookeriana', a striking and ra...

Antique print titled 'Bantam'. Copper engraving of the Dutch attack on the Portuguese fleet off Bantam in 1601 depicted as the victory of Admiral Wolfert Harmensz and his 5 ships over 30 Portuguese ships. The ships in the battle include the Sultan of Bantam’s war galleys (ghali); ocean-going craft with sails, oars and a prow battering ram built according to Mediterranean standards learnt from Portuguese renegades and Turkish shipwrights. They were built to allow them to shoot the large cannon...

Antique map titled 'Insularum Moluccarum Nova Descriptio.' Beautiful map of the Moluccas. The famous Spice Islands, the cornerstone of the Dutc...

16th Century Renaissance Borders – Ornamental Panels from L'Ornement Polychrome, Plate LXXI This vivid and highly decorative sheet is Plate LXXI from the celebrated chromolithograph...

Brame, Prime Minister of the King of Madurai – Antique French Engraving, c.1790 This antique engraving, titled “Brame, premier ministre du roi de Maduré aux Indes,” presents an auth...

Antique print titled 'Michel Phedorwitz Grand Duc (..)'. Portrait of Michael of Russia (Mikhail Fyodorovich Romanov), bust-length directed to left; in oval. Published by Balthasar...

Antique Biblical Engravings – Tribute to Caesar & Reading of the Law, Pieter Mortier, ca. 1700 This fine double engraving, published by Pieter Mortier in Amsterdam around 1700, illu...

Roman Fortress, Old Cairo, and Ancient Granary Plans – Egypt Engraving, 1776 Description: This original 1776 architectural engraving presents detailed plans and an elevation of a Ro...

Antique lithographs of Japanese, Chinese, and Kamchatkan peoples, Brodtmann 1827 Description: These original lithographs, published in 1827 by the Swiss natural history artist Karl ...

Title: "A View of the Whale-Fishery and the Manner of Killing Bears near the Coast of Greenland" Description: This fascinating engraving depicts a vivid scene of Arctic whaling acti...

Set of three antique furniture prints depicting various buffets and a vitrine. These prints originate from 'Le Magasin de Meubles' by Victor Quetion. Published in Paris, circa 1860.

Rare 1782 Sonnerat Engraving of Hindu Deity Virapatrin, Antique Print Description: This striking antique print, titled "Virapatrin," was created by the French naturalist and explore...

Antique print titled 'Grande Route de Cauterets - Vue prise a la côté du Limacon'. Original lithograph of the valley of Cauterets, France. Published by A. Bassy, circa 1890.

Set of Five Antique Engravings of Spices and Colonial Crops from Diderot’s Encyclopédie, ca. 1770 A remarkable set of five copperplate engravings from Denis Diderot and Jean le Rond...

Rangamout Touel, Son of a King of Madurai – Antique French Engraving, c.1790 This detailed antique engraving, titled “Rangamout Touel, fils d’un Roi de Maduré aux Indes,” depicts a ...

Ancient Temple Plans at Amara and Tentyra – Egyptian Architecture c.1710 Description: This early 18th-century architectural engraving, titled "De Platte-Grond van vier Tempels te Am...

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 ...

Botanical Illustration of Persian Iris: Iris persica from Iran This lithograph depicts the Iris persica, commonly known as the Persian Iris. Native to Iran (Persia), this species of...

Pair of Antique Engravings of Beetles and Insects from Diderot’s Encyclopédie, ca. 1770 A finely detailed pair of copperplate engravings from Denis Diderot and Jean le Rond d’Alembe...

Antique map titled 'Carte des Côtes de Malabar et de Coromandel'. Finely engraved map of the southern part of India, first issued in 1723 by acclaimed French mapmaker Guillaume De L’Isle. It focuses on trade routes within India, as well as the Coromandel and Malabar Coasts...

Northern Goshawk – Astur gentilis – Original 1917 Lithograph from "Skandinaviens Fåglar" Original antique bird print of the Northern Goshawk (Astur gentilis), identified in Swedish as Dufalk, ung fågel, ♂ (young male goshawk). This plate originates from the 1917 edition of Skandinaviens Fåglar (Birds of Scandinavia), published by Albert Bonniers Förlag in Stockholm. The work was one of the most beautifully illustrated ornithological publications of the early 20th century and features plates after illustrations by the famous wildlife artists William von Wright and Bruno Liljefors...

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

Set of two antique prints titled 'Citrus Decumana' and 'Xanthochymus Dulcis'. It depicts the citrus decumana and xanthochymus dulcis. The citrus decumana is a tree from Southeast Asia producing large fruits resembling grapefruits. The xanthochymus dulcis yields three different types of fleshy bright orange fruit. These prints originate from 'Fleurs, Fruits et Feuillages Choisis de l'Ile de Java' by Berthe Hoola Van...

Gothic Illumination-Inspired Ornament – Middle Ages Decorative Designs, c.1869 This vibrant chromolithograph, Plate XLII from *L'Ornement Polychrome*, showcases eight exquisite orna...

19th-Century Maritime Engraving – Fishing Boats and Rowers at Sea This evocative 19th-century maritime engraving presents a lively coastal scene featuring two fishing vessels under ...

Scenic Depiction of Bear’s Teeth at the Missouri River - Gateway to the Rockies This lithograph captures the dramatic landscape of Bear’s Teeth, a striking rock formation along th...

Plate 53; view of the interior of a hall in which a lottery is taking place; at centre on a raised stage, five men seated at a table, in front of and beneath which are seated more me...