Europe - Prints

Antique Engraving of Montevideo, Harbor and City View, 1867 Engraving titled Montevideo, published in 1867. This finely detailed scene presents a sweeping view of the Uruguayan capi...

Game Birds & Flightless Birds Print: Peacock, Ostrich, Cassowary – Antique 1867 This striking antique print depicts various game birds and flightless birds, including peacocks, ostr...

Wonderful image by Harry Clarke Originally an illustration from " Tales of Mystery And Imagination " By Edgar Allan Poe. Lithograph. Tipped in plate on paper Published by Tudor Pu...

Antique Print – The Mountaineer with Child – Poole & Garner – c.1870 This finely executed antique steel engraving, titled The Mountaineer, dates to around 1870. It was engraved by T. Garner after a painting by Paul Falconer Poole...

Antique Engraving of Rio de Janeiro, Imperial Palace and Cathedral, c.1867 Detailed mid-19th century engraving of Rio de Janeiro titled Rio de Janeiro – Palais Impérial et Cathédral...

Antique map titled 'Nieuwe Kaart van de Filippynsche, Ladrones, Moluccos of Specery Eilanden, als mede Celebes etc'. Old map of the Philippines and part of Indonesia. Originates ...

Great image of a Blue Tit Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Alexander Francis Lydon. Original color P...

Antique lithograph views of Lima – Iglesia de San Francisco & Iglesia de San Pedro, 1865 This lithograph sheet presents two of Lima’s most important churches: the *Iglesia de San Fr...

Antique lithograph views of the Cathedral and La Merced Church, Lima – 1865 This lithograph sheet presents two of Lima’s most important religious monuments: the *Iglesia de La Merce...

Crustaceans & Marine Invertebrates Print: Crab, Lobster, Horseshoe Crab – Antique 1867 This detailed antique print depicts a diverse range of crustaceans and marine invertebrates, including crabs, lobsters, shrimps, barnacles, copepods, and the horseshoe crab, rendered in fine hand-coloured engravings. It originates from the Atlas der Natuurlijke Geschiedenis voor scholen en huisgezinnen, adapted into Dutch by T.C. Winkler after Traugott Bromme, and published in Amsterdam by J.C. Loman in 1867. Designed for educational use, this plate introduced 19th-century students to marine biology and invertebrate diversity. The labelled figures include: 1. Shore crab (Carcinus maenas) 2. Blue crab (Callinectes sapidus) 3. Spider crab (Maja squinado) 4. Red rock crab (Cancer productus) 5. Fiddler crab (Uca species) 6. Mosaic crab (Lophozozymus pictor) 7. Porcelain crab (Porcellanidae species) 8. Lobster (Homarus gammarus) 9. Branchiopod (Branchiopoda species) 10. Mantis shrimp (Stomatopoda species) 11. Krill (Euphausiacea species) 12. Barnacle larva (Cirripedia species) 12a. Nauplius stage 12b. Cypris stage 13. Amphipod (Amphipoda species) 14. Isopod (Isopoda species) 15. Water flea (Daphnia species) 16. Cyclops copepod (Cyclopoida species) 16a. Adult copepod 16b. Egg stage 17. Horseshoe crab (Limulus polyphemus) 18. Fairy shrimp (Anostraca species) 19. Copepod (Copepoda species) 20. Ostracod (Ostracoda species) 21. Harpacticoid copepod (Harpacticoida species) 22. Barnacle cypris larva Produced using copper engraving with meticulous hand colouring, the print shows fine anatomical lines and vibrant detailing, highlighting each species' structure, limb arrangement, and carapace shape. Each invertebrate is illustrated systematically for easy comparative study, reflecting 19th-century natural history educational standards before photographic field guides were available. Condition summary: Good condition for its age, with slight toning and minor scattered foxing mainly in the margins. The paper remains strong with no tears or repairs, and the hand colouring is vivid and well-preserved. Framing tips: Frame this marine biology print...

Allegory of Fire with Charon on the River Styx – 18th Century Optical Print This dramatic and richly colored 18th-century optical print presents an allegorical vision of 'Fire', ren...

Mary Visited by an Angel – Antique Biblical Engraving, Visscher, 1674 This fine 17th-century engraving depicts the Annunciation, the biblical moment when the angel Gabriel visits th...

This lithograph titled *Barracks and Market House, Fredericton, New Brunswick* presents a picturesque view of Fredericton as it appeared in the early 19th century. The image highligh...

Temple of Jupiter in Thebes – Floor Plan and Gate Elevations, circa 1710 This precise architectural engraving, titled "Platte-Grond en Doorsnede des Tempels van Jupiter te Thebe, en...

Title: Striking 18th-Century Engraving of Papal Chronology and Symbols of the Vatican This beautifully detailed 18th-century engraving, 'Pontificum Romanorum Series Chronologica'...

Hand-Colored Portrait of Anne, Dauphine d’Auvergne, Wife of Louis II, Duke of Bourbon (after 1827, ca. 1900 edition) Finely hand-colored engraving depicting Anne, Dauphine d’Auvergn...

Original Japanese poster for the 1963 documentary starring Marilyn Monroe, Rock Hudson, and Lauren Bacall drama film The Millionairess. directed by Henry Koster. The art work on thi...

Wonderful print after Rembrandt Lovely colors. Chromolithograph Published by Connoisseur circa 1900 Unframed.

This image is an original poster from the Holland America Line, dated July 1st, 1925. It advertises transatlantic steamship service from Southampton, E...

Antique Still Life Print – Fish, Crabs, Fruit and Pewter Jug – Beckett & Robinson, c.1800 This fine antique stipple and line engraving with original hand coloring presents a dramati...

Exquisite 1806 Shiva and Vishnu Harihara Print - Hindu Art Treasure Description: This remarkable antique print, titled "Brouma, Dieu Créateur," depicts Brahma, the Hindu god of crea...

Set of three antique botany prints. These prints originate from various editions of 'The Floral Magazine'. Published by Vincent Brooks, circa 1870.

Antique Persian Metalwork Print Featuring Armour and Islamic Ornamentation, 1887 This exquisite antique print highlights the ornamental mastery of Persian metalwork, with a particul...

Wonderful image by Edmund Dulac Tipped in plate onto paper Lithograph. Published C.1930 The measurement given is the paper size not the actual coloured printed image. Free ship...

Set of Three 19th Century Moorish Architectural Prints by H. Dolmetsch This remarkable set of three 19th-century prints captures the refined complexity of Moorish and Arab-Moorish o...

Wonderful Gothic architectural print. Window from Ca Foscari, Venice Steel engraving by R.P. Cuff after the original drawing by John Ruskin Published, circa 1880 On wove quality ...

Title: Japanese Floral Design Pattern – Plate IX from Section VII Description: This vibrant and detailed print, Plate IX from Section VII of G. A. Audsley's work on Japanese decor...

Italian Renaissance Architectural Frieze Print with Virtus Motto, 19th Century This vibrant 19th-century chromolithograph is Plate 47 from the renowned German decorative arts series...

These are a pair of engraving, in color. They are representing, monuments of the city of Paris. They have been done durong the 19th century in France.

Le Chat Botté: Kay Nielsen's Lavish Art Deco Fairy Tale Illustration This exquisite print, created by the renowned Danish illustrator Kay Nielsen in 1913, originally appeared in t...

Antique map titled 'Leoverdia.' Bird's-eye view plan of Leeuwarden, Friesland, the Netherlands. With key to locations and coats of arms. Text in Dutch on verso. This plan origina...

The image displays a collection of tten chromolithographs depicting various plant species. These illustrations are characterized by their botanical accuracy and aesthetic appeal, typ...

Antique 1845 Hand-Colored Engraving of Medieval Singer in Pink Robe, France This finely hand-colored engraving from 1845 depicts a medieval male singer or minstrel, shown standing i...

This is a digitally remastered print of a Louisiana Heron referenced from an Audubon Birds of America hand coloured print, originally from the 1800's ...

Abstract composition. Signed and numbered 66/99 ex. 60x89 cm. Edition of 99 copies on paper. Publisher and printer: Poligrafa, Barcelona. Size of the work: 75 x 104 cm Reference: Cat...

Great image after Claude Lorrain Fine steel engraving Published circa 1850 Unframed. Free shipping

Edinburgh City Plan, Italy c.1700 – “Edenburgo Metropoli della Scozia” This is a charming hand-colored engraved plan of Edinburgh, titled in Italian Edenburgo, Metropoli della Scozi...

Antique engraving of fox hunting by Alken, Henry Thomas, 1784-1851 (Engraver). Originates from 'Sporting sketches: consisting of subjects relating to sport...

Title: Rare 1852 Tinted Lithograph of Topkapi Palace and the Bosphorus, Istanbul by L. Haghe after Fossati and Gayer Description: This tinted lithograph presents a striking view of ...

Noblewoman of Naples – Antique Hand-Coloured Woodcut by Jost Amman, Plate CXLVIII, 1577 This fine 16th-century hand-coloured woodcut depicts a noblewoman from Naples, titled Nobilis...

Educational sheet illustrating a series of horses depicted in various positions and gaits—walk, trot, gallop, rearing, bucking, lying, etc. Each figure is accompanied by a Japanese c...

Friedensreich Hundertwasser, color screen print with metal embossing “It hurts to wait with love in somewhere else”. published by Ars Viva, Zurich 1971-72, stamp signed and numbered ...

Sensational image by Gustave Doré Woodcut engraving Published C.1880 Unframed. Free shipping

A Prospect of the Inside of St Peter’s in Westminster – Coronation Preparations, c. 1720 – Hand-Coloured Engraving Hand-coloured engraving showing the interior of the Collegiate Chu...

Big Cats & Marsupials Print: Lion, Tiger, Kangaroo – Antique 1867 This striking antique print depicts a variety of big cats, marsupials, and other mammals in detailed hand-coloured ...

Title: Der gemeine Orang-Utan (Common Orangutan) - Hand-Colored Zoological Print, Circa 1840 Description: This striking hand-colored lithograph, titled "Der gemeine Orang-Utan" (T...

Brantas River as a Mountain Stream – East Java Landscape Lithograph, 1872 This luminous and tranquil scene captures the Brantas River in its early, mountainous course, flowing throu...

In the two prints, a variety of marine organisms are depicted, predominantly from the echinoderm and mollusk phyla: **First Print:** 1. **Agathine zébrée** - Likely a gastropod with...

Set of 6 Antique Insect and Dragonfly Prints from Sumatra c.1880 This fine set of six antique lithographs depicts various dragonfly species (Odonata) and insects from the Dutch natu...

This antique map, titled "Totius Americae Septentrionalis et Meridionalis," represents a significant cartographic piece from 1710 by Johann Baptist Homann. Here's a description of this remarkable map: - Title: Totius Americae Septentrionalis et Meridionalis (...) - Date: Published in 1710 by Johann Baptist Homann. Description: This map is a first edition of Johann Baptiste Homann's map of America, and it is notable for several cartographic features and historical representations: 1. California as an Island...

Set of Three Antique Prints of Eagles by Oskar von Riesenthal, 1894 Description: A striking trio of chromolithographs (unframed!) from Oskar von Riesenthal’s Die Raubvögel Deutschla...

Set of 6 Optical Prints – Story of the Prodigal Son by Probst, Hand-Colored c.1780 This rare and complete set of six hand-colored optical prints illustrates the biblical parable of ...

New Zealand Botanical Fruit Studies – Set of Three Lithographs, 1890 A captivating trio of hand-colored lithographs from the rare 1890 publication New Zealand Berries, this set show...

Antique Hand-Colored Engraving of Squirrels and Rodents, Quadrupeds Plate XXXXI Description: This fine antique hand-colored engraving, titled Vierf. Thiere XXXXI (Quadrupeds Plate 4...

Trio of Antique Botanical Begonia Prints: Begonia Rex, Begonia Fuchsioides & Begonia Semperflorens This delightful set of antique botanical prints features three elegant begonia v...

Pair of Extra large Roman Vase printed on a hand press on 100% cotton engraving paper. Completely handpainted with a cream wash, umber highlights, and...

Antique Indian Decorative Art Prints: Metalwork and Textile Motifs, 1887 This elegant pair of antique prints presents a captivating overview of traditional Indian decorative arts, f...

The hand-colored print titled "New York," published in 1842, presents a detailed and picturesque view of the cityscape of New York as it appeared in the early 19th century. The title "New York" is centered below the image. Below the title, the text reads "LONDON: Published by Thomas Kelly. 17, Paternoster Row," indicating the publisher and location of publication in London. Additionally, the text "S. Davenport. Sculp." is printed beneath the image, signifying that the engraving was done by S. Davenport. Description of the Image: - **Perspective**: The image provides a broad view, likely from an elevated point, showing the expanse of the city. The perspective gives a sense of depth, with the street extending into the distance. - **Central Street**: A wide, unpaved street runs down the center of the image, flanked by rows of buildings on both sides. This street is bustling with various activities. - **Buildings**: The buildings are primarily two to three stories tall, featuring a mix of architectural styles typical of the period. Some have distinct red roofs, adding a touch of color to the scene. - **Churches**: There are several prominent churches with tall spires visible in the background, indicating the importance of religious institutions during that time. - **Foreground**: In the foreground, to the right, there is a large, columned building, which might be a significant public or religious structure. - **Activity**: The street scene includes horse-drawn carriages and pedestrians, capturing the everyday life of the city's inhabitants. - **Harbor**: In the far background, you can see masts of ships, indicating the proximity of the harbor and the importance of maritime activities to the city. Artistic and Historical Context: - **Engraving Style**: The work of S. Davenport, an engraver, suggests fine detail and precision typical of hand-colored prints of that era. - **Historical Significance**: This print serves as a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the urban layout and architecture of New York City in the early 1840s. - **Publishing Context**: Being published in London by Thomas Kelly indicates a transatlantic interest in the growing metropolis of New York, reflecting its emerging significance on the global stage. This print is not only an artistic representation but also a historical record, encapsulating the essence of New York City during a period of significant growth and development. Identifying specific buildings from a historical print like this one can be challenging, especially without modern landmarks for direct comparison. However, a few notable buildings and features from New York in the early 1840s could potentially be recognized based on historical context and architectural details. Potential Recognizable Buildings: 1. **St. Paul's Chapel**: Given its prominent spire and proximity to the center of early New York...

Wonderful image by Arthur Rackham. It is one of the illustrations for Wagner's " The Rhinegold & The Valkyrie " Tipped in plate. On card Lithograph. Published 1910 The measurem...

Title: Antique Hand-Colored Engraving of The Black Lark by Eleazar Albin, circa 1730 Description: This elegant antique hand-colored engraving depicts The Black Lark, drawn and engra...