Vintage Stock Images
MILITARY Gymnastics – Antique Engraving by Johann Heck 1851 Original
You’re looking at a well preserved original plate from Johann Georg Heck’s “Iconographic Encyclopedia of Sciences, Literature and Art” published in 1851 by Rudolphe Garrigue in New York. We were extremely fortunate to acquire the full collection of illustrative prints from the series, which after many months of looking, proved to be very difficult!
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- Resolution: 9448 x 7879 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1851
- Artist: Johann Georg Heck
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HISTORY and Ethnology – Human Sacrifice and Cannibals – Antique Print
You’re looking at a well preserved original plate from Johann Georg Heck’s “Iconographic Encyclopedia of Sciences, Literature and Art” published in 1851 by Rudolphe Garrigue in New York. We were extremely fortunate to acquire the full collection of illustrative prints from the series, which after many months of looking, proved to be very difficult!
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- Resolution: 9354 x 7850 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1851
- Artist: Johann Georg Heck
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HISTORY and Ethnology – Arabian Dames, Tents, and Caravan – Antique Print
You’re looking at a well preserved original plate from Johann Georg Heck’s “Iconographic Encyclopedia of Sciences, Literature and Art” published in 1851 by Rudolphe Garrigue in New York. We were extremely fortunate to acquire the full collection of illustrative prints from the series, which after many months of looking, proved to be very difficult!
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- Resolution: 7360 x 9194 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1851
- Artist: Johann Georg Heck
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ANTHROPOLOGY – Anatomy of the Ear and Nose – Johann Heck 1851 Print
You’re looking at a well preserved original plate from Johann Georg Heck’s “Iconographic Encyclopedia of Sciences, Literature and Art” published in 1851 by Rudolphe Garrigue in New York. We were extremely fortunate to acquire the full collection of illustrative prints from the series, which after many months of looking, proved to be very difficult!
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- Resolution: 9434 x 8036 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1851
- Artist: Johann Georg Heck
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ANTIQUE 1868 Print of Human Ethnicities – Original Ethnology Illustration
Here we have a high resolution scan of a wonderful lithograph print from Oliver Goldsmith’s “A History of the Earth and Animated Nature”. A celebrated series of books from the 1860’s, wherein the most distinguished British and Foreign naturalists collaborated to produce.
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- Resolution: 5453 x 8513 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1868
- Artist: Oliver Goldsmith
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HENRY VI – The King of England Portrait – Historical Antique Engraving
You’re looking at a crazy high quality scan of a beautifully preserved engraved steel plate print from the rare “New, Comprehensive, and Complete History of England” book by Edward Barnard, published in 1783. The delicate, informative, and detailed illustrations found inside encapsulated, in fascinating detail, moments of English History from the Roman era, right up to the Victorian.
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- Resolution: 8192 x 12620 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1783
- Artist: Edward Barnard
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HENRY IV – The King of England Portrait – Historical Antique Print 1783
You’re looking at a crazy high quality scan of a beautifully preserved engraved steel plate print from the rare “New, Comprehensive, and Complete History of England” book by Edward Barnard, published in 1783. The delicate, informative, and detailed illustrations found inside encapsulated, in fascinating detail, moments of English History from the Roman era, right up to the Victorian.
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- Resolution: 7258 x 11275 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1783
- Artist: Edward Barnard
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ANTIQUE 1783 Print of King Edward II – History of England Rare Engraving
You’re looking at a crazy high quality scan of a beautifully preserved engraved steel plate print from the rare “New, Comprehensive, and Complete History of England” book by Edward Barnard, published in 1783. The delicate, informative, and detailed illustrations found inside encapsulated, in fascinating detail, moments of English History from the Roman era, right up to the Victorian.
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- Resolution: 7855 x 12050 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1783
- Artist: Edward Barnard
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ANTIQUE PORTRAITS of the Kings of England – Original 1783 Rare Print
You’re looking at a crazy high quality scan of a beautifully preserved engraved steel plate print from the rare “New, Comprehensive, and Complete History of England” book by Edward Barnard, published in 1783. The delicate, informative, and detailed illustrations found inside encapsulated, in fascinating detail, moments of English History from the Roman era, right up to the Victorian.
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- Resolution: 7730 x 12802 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1783
- Artist: Edward Barnard
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INDONESIA – Javanese Dancer – Native Costume / Fashion Print 1843
You’re looking at a beautifully handcoloured illustration from the rare ‘Moeurs, Usages Et Costumes de tous les Peuples Du Monde’ by Auguste Wahlen. Published by Librairie Historique-Artistique in 1843-44 (currently selling for ~£450-500). Our series was ex-library from Huddersfield Technical College Library, as evidenced by the library stamp on the vast majority of the images we have available.
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- Resolution: 5552 x 8442 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1843
- Artist: Auguste Wahlen
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ARCHIMEDES, Alexander the Great, Michael Angelo, J. Addison PORTRAITURE
You’re looking at an Original pre-1820’s Antique Engraving from a rare copy of Abraham Rees’ “The Cyclopaedia; or, UNIVERSAL DICTIONARY OF ARTS, SCIENCES, and LITERATURE” (Published 1820 by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme)
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- Resolution: 7400 x 9350 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1800s
- Artist: Abraham Rees
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PORTRAITS – John Milton, Luther, Nelson, Dr. Johnson – Rare 1800s Print
You’re looking at an Original pre-1820’s Antique Engraving from a rare copy of Abraham Rees’ “The Cyclopaedia; or, UNIVERSAL DICTIONARY OF ARTS, SCIENCES, and LITERATURE” (Published 1820 by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme)
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- Resolution: 7400 x 9350 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1800s
- Artist: Abraham Rees
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ANATOMY Human Muscles. Antique 1880 Print
An original Antique Plate scan from the National Encyclopaedia: A Dictionary of Universal Knowledge. Published by William Mackenzie in 1880. Click on the Artist’s name to see the full collection from this series!
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- Resolution: 8600 x 5500 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1880
- Artist: William Mackenzie
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ANATOMY Human Body Muscles. Antique 1880 Print
An original Antique Plate scan from the National Encyclopaedia: A Dictionary of Universal Knowledge. Published by William Mackenzie in 1880. Click on the Artist’s name to see the full collection from this series!
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- Resolution: 8600 x 5500 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1880
- Artist: William Mackenzie
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ANTIQUE Ancient Costume Print – Amazon, Dacian King, and Paris
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- Resolution: 8056px x 4810px
- Year of Print: 1809
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TALLIS (Pub) 1853 Antique Portrait Print. William Pitt
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- Resolution: 6430 x 9649 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1853
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ALEXANDER the Great Funeral, Roman Gen Triumphal Procession – 1851 Print
You’re looking at a well preserved original plate from Johann Georg Heck’s “Iconographic Encyclopedia of Sciences, Literature and Art” published in 1851 by Rudolphe Garrigue in New York. We were extremely fortunate to acquire the full collection of illustrative prints from the series, which after many months of looking, proved to be very difficult!
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- Resolution: 9397 x 7870 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1851
- Artist: Johann Georg Heck
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HISTORY – Combat between Crusaders and Saracens – 1851 Antique Print
You’re looking at a well preserved original plate from Johann Georg Heck’s “Iconographic Encyclopedia of Sciences, Literature and Art” published in 1851 by Rudolphe Garrigue in New York. We were extremely fortunate to acquire the full collection of illustrative prints from the series, which after many months of looking, proved to be very difficult!
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- Resolution: 7314 x 9086 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1851
- Artist: Johann Georg Heck
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EDWARD V – The King of England Portrait – History of England Antique Print
You’re looking at a crazy high quality scan of a beautifully preserved engraved steel plate print from the rare “New, Comprehensive, and Complete History of England” book by Edward Barnard, published in 1783. The delicate, informative, and detailed illustrations found inside encapsulated, in fascinating detail, moments of English History from the Roman era, right up to the Victorian.
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- Resolution: 8273 x 12543 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1783
- Artist: Edward Barnard
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ANTIQUE COSTUME Print of an Inhabitant of New Ireland by Wahlen, 1843
You’re looking at a beautifully handcoloured illustration from the rare ‘Moeurs, Usages Et Costumes de tous les Peuples Du Monde’ by Auguste Wahlen. Published by Librairie Historique-Artistique in 1843-44 (currently selling for ~£450-500). Our series was ex-library from Huddersfield Technical College Library, as evidenced by the library stamp on the vast majority of the images we have available.
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- Resolution: 5574 x 8816 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1843
- Artist: Auguste Wahlen
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MEXICO – Homme De Puebla (Puebla Man) – Auguste Wahlen 1843 Art
You’re looking at a beautifully handcoloured illustration from the rare ‘Moeurs, Usages Et Costumes de tous les Peuples Du Monde’ by Auguste Wahlen. Published by Librairie Historique-Artistique in 1843-44 (currently selling for ~£450-500). Our series was ex-library from Huddersfield Technical College Library, as evidenced by the library stamp on the vast majority of the images we have available.
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- Resolution: 5611 x 8946 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1843
- Artist: Auguste Wahlen
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Vintage Diving Illustrations – Swimmers in Mid-Air Motion
A playful set of diving figures showing men and women mid-dive into the water. These energetic 1920s–1930s illustrations highlight vintage swimwear and graceful movement, with a charming touch of humor. Perfect for summer-themed designs or retro athletic artwork.
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Retro Hat Shop and Hair Styling Scene – Flapper-Era Fashion
An illustration set featuring fashionable women shopping for hats and styling their hair. These expressive, minimal line drawings are full of 1920s character—perfect for fashion and beauty-themed creative projects.
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- flapper fashion
- vintage hair styling
- retro beauty
- hat boutique
- monochrome fashion
- old-fashioned style
- minimalist drawing
- retro salon
- chic ladies
- vintage clothing store
- black and white style
- boutique scene
- fashion accessories
- hat shopping
- 1920s women
- fashion illustration
- vintage glamour
- vanity mirror
- art deco
- Hairdresser
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Vintage Ice Hockey Players – Action-Packed Sports Illustrations
This energetic duo of vintage ice hockey illustrations captures the fast-paced intensity of the game. Includes players battling near the goal, skating in action poses, and vintage hockey uniforms. Perfect for retro sports-themed projects and designs.
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Vintage Christmas Illustrations with Nativity, Santa Claus, and Winter Scenes
A festive assortment of six vintage-style Christmas illustrations, including the nativity scene with wise men and camels, Santa Claus with toys, a wintery candlelit window, and traditional holiday desserts. Ideal for nostalgic cards, crafts, and seasonal designs.
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- candlelight
- Christmas
- christmas candle
- christmas dessert
- christmas nostalgia
- classic christmas
- festive vintage
- holiday baking
- holiday wreath
- merry christmas
- midcentury holiday
- nativity
- retro santa
- santa claus
- seasonal decor
- silhouette christmas
- snow scene
- three kings
- traditional xmas
- vintage celebration
- vintage holiday
- vintage toys
- winter cottage
- winter night
- yule art
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American Football Action Scenes – Vintage Athletic Illustrations
Packed with dynamic movement and dramatic impact, this sheet features early 20th-century American football illustrations, from tackles and punts to intense gameplay and sideline moments. A perfect addition to sports-themed projects, merchandise, or retro poster designs.
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Art Deco Dining and Social Scenes – Elegant Restaurant and Evening Gathering Illustrations
This elegant set captures refined social moments with sharply dressed characters in stylish settings—from intimate dinners to lively group conversations. Rendered in a clean art deco style, these illustrations work beautifully for hospitality branding, invitations, and vintage-themed editorial layouts.
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Wintertime Snowball Fight and Snowman Scenes – Vintage Children’s Holiday Illustration
This playful black-and-white sheet captures the joy of winter through scenes of children engaged in a snowball fight, building a snowman, and playing in the snow. With expressive characters and bold ink work, it’s ideal for festive seasonal projects, greeting cards, or nostalgic winter-themed designs.
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Humorous Couples Dancing – Vintage Comic Style Ballroom Dance Illustrations
This playful sheet of illustrations captures lively couples dancing in various cheeky, exaggerated poses with a distinctly comic and vintage flair. The whimsical energy of each couple makes these ideal for fun invitations, dance studio graphics, or vintage-themed party designs.
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- 1920s dancing illustration
- black and white comic dancing
- cartoon ballroom moves
- cheeky dance illustration
- comic dance couple
- comic strip style couple
- dance class flyer art
- exaggerated couple sketch
- expressive dance sketch
- flapper dance duo
- humorous dance scene
- lively partner dance art
- old fashioned fun art
- old-time dancing humour
- party couple artwork
- playful romantic graphic
- quirky romantic drawing
- retro cartoon dancers
- vintage ballroom dancing
- vintage jitterbug pose
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Humorous Vintage Bowling Cartoon Illustrations with Quirky Characters
This playful sheet of vintage cartoon illustrations features bowlers with exaggerated expressions and dynamic poses. From mishaps with bowling balls to humorous stances, each character exudes charm and comedy. A great choice for quirky printables, novelty cards, or fun retro artwork.
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Vintage Housekeeping Illustrations of 1920s Women Cleaning, Baking, and Decorating
This sheet features a lively collection of vintage illustrations portraying women in 1920s fashion engaged in various household tasks. From baking cakes and washing dishes to decorating and organizing, each figure is captured within a delicate oval frame. The illustrations carry an elegant charm that’s perfect for journaling, domestic-themed crafts, and vintage lifestyle projects.
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Vintage Holiday Silhouette Illustrations of Carolers, Children, and Festive Characters
This playful sheet of vintage silhouettes captures the joy and bustle of the holiday season through a parade of festive characters. From carolers and musicians to children with toys and shoppers with wreaths, the illustrations are bold and full of movement. Perfect for retro holiday projects, this set works beautifully in vintage-inspired stationery, papercrafts, and gift tags.
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Art Deco Vacation Couple Illustrations – Retro Beach Resort, Cafe Umbrella Scenes, Cruise Travel and Shopping Vectors
A charming set of vintage travel illustrations featuring couples enjoying leisure time in classic Art Deco style. Includes scenes of lounging beneath palm trees, sipping drinks at a cafe, boarding a cruise ship, and shopping after a holiday. Bold, elegant silhouettes perfect for travel-themed designs.
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Vintage Classroom Illustrations – Antique School Scenes with Teachers, Children, and Blackboard Drawings
A nostalgic collection of vintage school illustrations featuring both silhouette and sketch styles. Includes children learning geography, teachers at the blackboard, and a classic classroom environment filled with chalkboard writing and attentive students.
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- 1920s school
- antique school
- blackboard drawing
- chalkboard art
- children learning
- classroom silhouette
- education artwork
- geography map
- learning time
- lesson plan
- nostalgic school
- old school room
- reading children
- retro education
- retro education scene
- school illustration
- silhouette classroom
- teacher student
- vintage classroom
- vintage teacher
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Stylized Comic Panels – Flapper Era Retro Cartoon Characer Designs
A stylized collection of comic illustrations reflecting the quirks and drama of 1920s social life. Featuring flapper fashion, exaggerated poses, and comedic expressions, these panels are ideal for playful editorial content, retro posters, or vintage zines.
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Humorous Vintage Character Illustration Pack
A diverse batch of retro cartoon characters in a variety of situations; We have a doctor, a salesmen, a professor, a football player, circus actor, and many more. These dynamic spot illustrations are full of mid-century charm, with an expressive style perfect for print projects, ads, or collage design.
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Dining & Domestic Scenes – Retro Kitchen & Waiter Illustrations
This charming collection highlights vintage kitchen life – waiters, chefs, housewives, and family meal settings. Whether serving food or juggling pancakes, these lively illustrations offer a peek into early 20th-century dining culture. A great asset for food-themed art, menus, or nostalgic kitchen decor.
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Retro Baseball Players – Dynamic Vintage Sports Art
This expressive set of illustrations features classic baseball scenes with pitchers, batters, and catchers rendered in dramatic vintage style. Each pose is packed with movement and energy, ideal for posters, retro design work, or sports-themed collage art.
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Elegant Vanity Scenes – Vintage Women at Their Mirror, Washing Hair, Applying Make Up
This graceful collection showcases five striking illustrations of women in vintage attire, each captured in intimate vanity scenes. From applying lipstick to gazing in mirrors, these stylish line drawings evoke a classic era of feminine elegance. Ideal for vintage fashion journals, feminine branding, and paper ephemera.
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Playful Vintage Comic Panels – Baseball, Fishing, Golf, Sprinting and More
These hand-drawn vintage panels offer a glimpse into early 20th-century humor and visual storytelling. Perfect for adding charm and wit to zines, stickers, printables, and retro-themed projects.
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GENERAL Sir G. Selby Smyth, K. C. M. G. – Vintage 1885 Illustration
- Resolution: 5737px x 8894px
- Year of Print: 1885
- Artist: William Melven
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Small Vintage Illustration of an Angel Playing a Harp No.1
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- Resolution: 1247px x 1580px
Antique Illustration of Man with Glass of Wine in Robes
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- Resolution: 1596px x 1057px
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