England - Wall Decorations

Original antique World War One poster - Hey fellows! Your money brings the book we need when we want it American Library Association United War Work C...

Original vintage travel poster for The German Forest / La Foresta Tedesca featuring artwork by the renowned graphic artist Jupp Wiertz (Joseph Lambert Wi...

A striking day-glo silkscreen concert poster for the All Night Garden Party headlined by Pink Floyd at Queen's Hall in Leeds on Friday 17th November 1967. Pink Floyd appeared at this...

Original vintage travel poster advertising the Putnik travel agency (founded 1923): Jugoslavien auskunft und reiseberatung Putnik Beograd und samtliche fuhrenden reiseburos der welt / Yugoslavia information and travel advice Putnik Belgrade and all the world's leading travel agencies. Great Art Deco style design depicting a man in traditional clothing and red fez hat...

Beautiful large scallop design in shades of pink, gold, and soft black. From an original painted lino cut by Anna, and digitally printed in England on our soft metallic coated fine q...

Original vintage cinema poster for an X rated adults only crime horror film - The Defiance of Good - directed by Armand Weston and starring Jean Jenning...

Original vintage book advertising poster for the German novel The Big Lump - The Satire of our Time / Spanihel Der Grosse Lump - Die Satire unserer Zeit written by Hermann Wagner and...

Printed in stunning stone lithography, this scarce Australian Daybill poster joyfully declared the original Australian release of MGM's 'An American in Paris' as "the gayest, the most gorgeous, the greatest musical ever." Inspired by a 1928 orchestral composition by George Gershwin, the classic 1951 musical starred Gene Kelly as an American ex-GI who remains in Paris after the war to become an artist and falls for a gamine Parisienne played by a nineteen year old Leslie Caron, who Kelly had spotted performing with the Ballets des Champs-Élysées two years previously. Following the devastation and trauma of the Second World War, producer Arthur Freed...

A spooky French moyenne poster by prolific French poster artist Boris Grinsson for the original release of Alfred Hitchcock's 1963 psychological masterpiece 'The Birds,' starring blonde beauty Tippi Hendren in her debut role. Based on Daphne du Maurier...

Original antique travel poster - L'hiver en Espagne / Winter in Spain - featuring a stunning Art Deco design depicting two people wearing backpacks, one holding a walking stick, stan...

Original vintage travel poster for the Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield Sutton Park featuring stunning artwork by Michael Reilly (b.1898) depicting a couple enjoying a walk on a hill past trees in the park with a calm reflective lake and fields in the distance, the stylised title text and information below - Over 2500 acres of open space Gorse Heather Woods Moorland Lakes Boating fishing bathing & golf - with the distances indicated on the side. Dating back to the 9th century Sutton...

Original vintage Asia travel poster issued by the Hong Kong Tourist Association - Visit Hong Kong - featuring a night scene of people on sampan and traditional junk boats in a harbou...

Original vintage movie poster for the first film in the iconic Star Wars saga by George Lucas starring Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker, Harrison Ford as Han Solo, Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia, Alec Guinness as Obi Wan-Kenobi, Anthony Daniels and Kenny Baker as the droids C3-PO and R2-D2, Peter Mayhew as Chewbacca, Peter Cushing as Grand Moff Tarkin and David Prowse as Darth Vader: Star Wars - May the force be with you... / La Guerra de las Galaxias...

Original vintage travel poster - Kuwait Airways Pakistan - featuring a colourful design by Alan Gauthier (b 1939) of a lady in a headscarf holding a rose flower in front of a bird in...

Original vintage movie poster for an MGM film in Technicolour - Ziegfeld Follies - the Greatest production since the birth of motion pictures! featuring an all star cast including Fred Astaire, Judy Garland, Lucille Ball, Lucille Bremer, Gene Kelly and others, directed by Roy Del Ruth and Vincente Minnelli, and produced by Arthur Freed. Fun pin-up style design depicting a lady in a feather bird costume smiling at the viewer while holding a telephone with her other hand on her hip, the bold stylised title letter Z following the shape of her body with the text on the side against the yellow background. This musical film was a cinematic take on The Ziegfeld Follies theatrical production on Broadway New York City that ran from 1907 to 1931, inspired by the pretty pin up chorus girls...

Colorful hand knotted wool hanging is probably a translation of the work of an artist. This was a time when modern artists work began to work with weavers...

- Exceptionally rare pair of large, Rococo Chinoiserie blue & white cotton bed curtains. Measures: 4ftwide 7ft9"hig. - Chinoiserie was the height of fashion during the Rococo and these hangings would have been a luxury item, making a exotic statement in the bedroom. They have been used as wall hangings for the last 35 years. - From a private collection, purchased 35 years ago from a set of six removed from a Chateau in France. One was purchased by Nina Campbell...

Original vintage travel poster for The Dolomites / Dolomiti in Italy - Design features a family of tourists looking on in awe at the Dolomites mountain r...

Early 18th century portrait of a gentleman, William Woodhouse of Rearsby Hall. Superbly painted, oil on canvas in nice conditi...

Aurelio Arteta Errasti (2 December 1879, Bilbao - 10 November 1940, Mexico City) was a Basque painter who worked in several styles; including Symbolism, Cubism and Social Realism. ...

Original vintage travel advertising poster for SAS Scandinavian Airlines System featuring a colourful design depicting a plane flying around the globe with the flags of Sweden, Norwa...

Original Bullitt 1969 Italian Locandina film poster featuring a wonderful design by Renato Ferrini. In Bullitt, Steve McQueen stars as the eponymous all-guts, no-glory San Francisco...

Rare Early 19th century Capriccio view of Rio de Janeiro Painting Probably painted circa 1810 by one of Jean-Baptiste Debret, Italian Students. Painted on Sailcloth. Historical Context of Early 19th Century Portuguese Colonial Brazil 1.1 Transition from Colony to Empire During the early 19th century, Brazil underwent a seismic shift in its political status. Originally a colony under the Portuguese Empire, the arrival of the Portuguese Royal Court in Rio de Janeiro in 1808 rapidly elevated the city’s cultural and political importance. By 1815, Brazil was declared a kingdom united with Portugal, setting the stage for the emergence of the Empire of Brazil in 1822. This period of transformation—often termed the transitional period from colony to empire—fueled a wave of artistic production in cities like Rio de Janeiro. 1.2 European Artistic Influence in Brazil With the French Artistic Mission in Rio (initiated in 1816) and the presence of various Portuguese and European artists, Brazilian art of the early 1800s began to reflect diverse influences, from neoclassical painting to the early rumblings of romanticism. Painters such as Jean-Baptiste Debret, and Nicolas-Antoine Taunay, and local luminaries like Manuel de Araújo Porto-Alegre contributed to the fine arts tradition in Brazil. Their works featured scenes of local life, portraits of Brazilian society, and imaginative vistas—sometimes referred to as “capriccios,” in which real elements were combined with artistic liberties to create an idealized panorama. 1.3 Rio de Janeiro as Cultural and Political Hub Rio de Janeiro, often called the Imperial capital after Brazil’s independence, was home to foundational institutions like the Imperial Academy of Fine Arts (Academia Imperial de Belas Artes). Later evolving into the Escola de Belas Artes (School of Fine Arts in Rio), these academies nurtured the talents of emerging painters, who found patronage under the Royal Court and, subsequently, the Imperial Court. The city’s significance was further enhanced by the construction of significant buildings, the modernization of infrastructure, and the mingling of European courtly customs with the traditions of local inhabitants. . Description of the Octagonal Oil on Canvas: A Capriccio View of Rio de Janeiro 2.1 Composition and Layout The most striking characteristic of this 19th-century Brazilian art piece is its octagonal shape, a relatively unusual format that draws the viewer’s gaze toward its centre. The composition showcases Rio de Janeiro’s shoreline in the early 1800s, brimming with merchant ships and smaller boats anchored near the shore. On the sand, there is a bustling crowd of local people—men and women carrying food and goods on their heads, loading and unloading boats, and engaging in everyday commerce. The backdrop of soaring mountains suggests Rio’s iconic topography, embodying the landscape that famously defines the city. 2.2 Architectural and Religious Landmarks On the left side, one can discern the silhouette of a church believed to be Santa Lucia, a significant religious structure in the heart of early 19th-century Rio. This element provides viewers with a tangible reference point, linking the scene to an actual location. However, because this painting is labelled as a “capriccio,” the artist might have taken creative liberties by rearranging or amplifying certain features of the city. The melding of real and idealized elements is characteristic of these imaginative vistas. 2.3 Evoking Daily Life in Colonial Rio One of the painting’s greatest appeals lies in its portrayal of daily life during the colonial era. Men and women from various backgrounds populate the scene. Some appear to be carrying goods on their heads, a common practice in Brazil that has persisted through different centuries. Others appear to be haggling or trading near small vessels, revealing the commercial pulse of an active port city. This focus on local people, combined with the grandeur of merchant ships, captures the tension and synergy between the every day and the extraordinary—a hallmark of Brazilian colonial painting that balances the grand narratives of empire with the rhythms of ordinary life. 2.4 An Amalgamation of Neoclassical and Romantic Influences Although academic art in early 19th century Brazil was highly influenced by neoclassicism, the onset of romanticism can be spotted in the emotional portrayal of the sky, the lively palette, and the dramatic emphasis on nature’s beauty (the mountains, in particular). This duality reflects the fine arts tradition in Brazil during the transitional phase when artists were embracing multiple styles. As part of the School of Rio or the Rio de Janeiro school, painters often integrated academic techniques learned from European masters with emerging local subjects and influences. 3. Institutions and Artistic Movements 3.1 Imperial Academy of Fine Arts Originally known as the Royal School of Sciences, Arts, and Crafts, the Imperial Academy of Fine Arts in Rio de Janeiro was instrumental in shaping 19th-century Brazilian art. Influential artists and teachers from Portugal, France, and other European nations congregated at the Academy, imparting their expertise to native students. As the monarchy consolidated power, the Academy enjoyed royal patronage, leading to the creation of Imperial Academy-style works that combined European academic rigour with Brazilian-themed subject matter. 3.2 Impact of the French Artistic Mission The French Artistic Mission, which arrived in 1816, played a pivotal role in introducing advanced European artistic techniques, thereby elevating the overall quality of painting in Brazil. Artists like Jean-Baptiste Debret not only documented Brazilian society but also spearheaded the development of a local visual identity that aligned with both academicism and the national context of a blossoming empire. Debret, alongside others such as Nicolas-Antoine Taunay, mentored Brazilian artists, sowing the seeds of what would become the Brazilian academic art movement. 3.3 Religious, Historical, and Landscape Paintings In addition to everyday scenes and historical compositions, religious iconography remained crucial throughout Portuguese colonial and imperial Brazil. Churches were omnipresent in cityscapes like Rio de Janeiro. Many colonial-era Brazilian portraits...

A very attractive set of three late 18th Century Dutch landscape paintings. Oil on canvas, mounted to boards and set in to later frames. Circa 1790.

Original US trade advertisement for the classic 1940 comedy starring Cary Grant, Katherine Hepburn and James Stewart. This film was directed by George Cukor. This piece is conservat...

An antique neoclassical style pine and composition carved panel, dating to the early 20th century. In a large landscape form, this handcrafted panel showcases a neoclassical scene ...

Original antique poster advertising elegant afternoon tea at the Maximilian cafe restaurant with a dance band playing music in the afternoons and evenings - und dann ins Cafe Wein Re...

Wonderful set of 12 orchid prints. Lithographs after drawings mainly by W.Fitch Original hand color Published by Curtis. Dated 1837 and 1838 Unframed. Free shipping

Original vintage travel poster - Fly by Aeroflot The Shortest Way from Europe to Asia via USSR - featuring a mid-century design depicting planes flying by stylised images of the hist...

Original antique political election propaganda poster issued by the Liberal Party - Keep the Wolf from the Workman's Door by Sticking to Free Trade - featur...

Original vintage advertising poster for The Saturday Evening Post magazine issue 10 June 1939 featuring wildlife artwork by the watercolour painter Jacob Bates Abbott (1895-1950) of a frog swimming in a pond and looking at a dragonfly on a lily pad with the title text above and contents promotion below - An illustrated weekly founded AD 1728 by Benj. Franklin 5c. / Below the Belt by Stephen Early...

Original vintage sport poster for a boxing event at the III International Friendship Moscow Youth Games held from 30 July-3 August at the Sports Palace Stadium named after Vladimir Lenin...

Original vintage travel poster for the Chichibu Tama Kai National Park in Japan issued by the Saitama Prefecture Chichibu Tourism Council featuring yellow flowers and a field of gree...

Original vintage travel advertising poster: Visit France Paris use the trains and motor coaches of the French National Railways (SNCF). Great image featur...

Original vintage travel poster - Antigua Sunjet your way on ... BWIA - featuring a fishing design depicting a smiling man wearing floral patterned swimming trunks and a mask on his head, holding a spear with a fish on it in front of a palm tree on an island in the background, the bold white lettering with an illustration of a BWIA plane on a dark blue background above and below the image. Located in the Caribbean Antiqua (Waladli or Wadadli) is one of the islands of the Lesser Antilles...

Original antique cruise travel advertising poster for P&O Branch Service to Australia via Malta Suez and Colombo One Class Only Economy Speed Comfort featuring a great design by Stan...

Early 19th Century French Lace Sampler A Sampler in the true sense, many lace samples presented in a long old gold frame, the frame has protected the lace and linen samples, there i...

Original vintage travel poster for Locarno Switzerland featuring a colourful view by the Swiss artist Daniele Buzzi (1890-1974) of people walking their dog in a park with flower beds...

18th Century Portrait Miniature - Style of William Wood (1768 -1809) , A young girl, bust length, with long curling brown hair and wearing a white dress, sky background. Watercolour....

Original vintage advertising poster for an exhibition of work by the notable avant-garde sculptor, Kinetic artist and printmaker Naum Gabo (Naum Neemia Pevsner; 1890-1977) in Louisia...

Original photographic production for the second James Bond film From Russia with Love (1963) Staring Sean Connery and Daniela Bianchi. This film was directed by Terence Young. This p...

Original antique World War One recruitment poster issued by the Parliamentary Recruiting Committee - Britain is Fighting for the Freedom of Europe and to Defend your Mothers Wives an...

Original vintage travel advertising poster for the World Fair event held in New York at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park from 30 April 1939 to 31 October 1940. Great Art Deco design by J...

A mid century abstract still life, of fruit, fish and jug set against a harbour backdrop of boats and sea. Well executed and unsigned piece framed in whitewash...

Original vintage sport poster for the 1926 Black Forest Winter Fighting Games organised by the German Reich Committee for Physical Education - Deutsche Re...

Original antique advertising poster for Griffon motorcycles featuring artwork by the French artist Frederic-Hugo de Alesi (1849-1906) showing a man...

Original antique travel poster for the Western and Brighton Railway Paris to London via Rouen Dieppe and Newhaven daily departures from Gare St Lazare / Chemins de Fer de l'Ouest et ...

Celestial I is a unique aqua, grey & clear glass wall-mounted artwork, by the British artist Wayne Charmer. Taken inspiration from the moment that a mass of rock is literally crac...

Original vintage Soviet space poster - ?? ???? ??????? ???? ???????? / Feats of centuries achieved in years - featuring a great design showing a rocket in...

Original vintage World War Two poster - When You Go Out Don't Crow About ... The Things You Know About - featuring a great design by the notable British graphic designer Abram Games ...

Original vintage travel poster of Megeve in France featuring a photograph of the village in winter with snow covered chalets and people walking down a hill with the snowy trees...

Late 19th Century English carved pine wood figure of the Archangel Gabriel dating to 1890. Fine detailing to the face, hair, body, wings, linen folds and fruit and leaves to the low...

Original vintage Iberia Airlines travel poster for the Spring Festival in Seville the happiest festival in Andalusia - Fiera de Primavera en Sevilla la mas alegre fiesta de Andalucia vuele por Iberia Lineas Aerias Espanolas - featuring a colourful image of smiling ladies wearing traditional flamenco dress and dancing in the foreground watched by a lady on a horse with another lady and man...

Original vintage General Dynamics poster featuring an image of a plane flying across a blue and brown shaded wooden crate background by the illustrator, typographer and graphic desig...

Released in 1967, You Only Live Twice is the fifth outing of Sean Connery as James Bond. One of the absolutely quintessential Bond films, it features the first appearance of Blofeld ...

This wonderful poster promotes the David Hockney exhibition "David Hockney at Andre Emmerich" at the Andre Emmerich Gallery in New York City in 1981, and features his wonderful 1969 ...

Original vintage travel poster for Fez in Morocco North Africa - Come and visit the mysterious Fez / Venez Visiter Fez la Mysterieuse - featuring a view over the city and historic Un...

Original vintage motorsport poster for the 1929 4.5 ltr Bentley race car featuring a great side profile illustration of a classic Bentley in green marked with a number 9, its canvas ...

Original vintage winter sport travel poster for Grindelwald Switzerland featuring a great image of a couple curling on ice, both smiling and leaning forward to brush the ice with cur...

A six panelled screen of the late Baroque period Oil on canvas, depicting a panoramic view of a Capriccio north European landscape, perhaps Schlesweig-Holstein, with distant views of the sea, the ruined castles, peasants, and a lady of quality mounted, within a running arched canopy...