Vintage Stock Images
VINTAGE Selection of Wine Related Vignette Illustrations – Antique Stock Art
The type foundry and print shop of old would create books, like the one this image was discovered within, to help customers and clients with their design choices. Naturally, these books were jam packed with useful illustrative elements that could be combined to create a final piece. Today, these books are extremely difficult to get a hold of. Especially those that were published in the late 1800s. They were not mainstream publications, they simply served as ‘catalogs’ and thus were only produced in small numbers. Fortunately, we were introduced to a collector who had precisely what we had been searching for for so long. After some costly negotiations, we’re very excited to be able to share the wonderful gems within.
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- Resolution: 7856 x 10287
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: Joh. Enschedé
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ANTIQUE Furniture – Carved Oak Bedstead of Jeanne D’Albret – E. Foley
You’re looking at a perfectly preserved lithographed illustration from the Book of Decorative Furniture, its Form, Colour, & History by Edwin Foley of the institute of designers. The original series documented a wide variety of British Woodwork styles and contemporaries, decorative furnishings, accessories and more. Entirely illustrated by Foley himself.
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- Resolution: 6773 x 8405 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1910
- Artist: Edwin Foley
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VARIETY of Vintage Humorous Sketches by Fritz Reiss 1904
This image was sourced from our original ‘Dekorative Vorbilder’ collection; A gorgeous collection of Art Nouveau decorative patterns, graphics and illustrations including plants, figures and animals. For draftsman, painters, graphic artists, decorators, sculptors and architects. Published in 1904 by Julius Hoffman, Stuttgart.
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- Resolution: 8700 x 12200 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1904
- Artist: Julius Hoffman
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POMPEAIN Wall Paintings by Prof. P. Kraft, for Dekorative Vorbilder 1904
This image was sourced from our original ‘Dekorative Vorbilder’ collection; A gorgeous collection of Art Nouveau decorative patterns, graphics and illustrations including plants, figures and animals. For draftsman, painters, graphic artists, decorators, sculptors and architects. Published in 1904 by Julius Hoffman, Stuttgart.
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- Resolution: 12200 x 8700 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1904
- Artist: Julius Hoffman
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DEKORATIVE Vorbilder VI, Moderne Flachen-Dekorationen, Ornate Design
This image was sourced from our original ‘Dekorative Vorbilder’ collection; A gorgeous collection of Art Nouveau decorative patterns, graphics and illustrations including plants, figures and animals. For draftsman, painters, graphic artists, decorators, sculptors and architects. Published in 1904 by Julius Hoffman, Stuttgart.
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- Resolution: 10570 x 14995 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1904
- Artist: Julius Hoffman
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VINTAGE 1865 Print – INDIAN No 7 – Owen Jones Original
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- Resolution: 7540px x 11698px
- Year of Print: 1865
- Artist: Owen Jones
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ANTIQUE Owen Jones Original Print – Renaissance No 2 – Vintage 1865
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- Resolution: 7602px x 11634px
- Year of Print: 1865
- Artist: Owen Jones
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ILLUSTRATIONS of Machines and Objects Related to the Printing Industry
The type foundry and print shop of old would create books, like the one this image was discovered within, to help customers and clients with their design choices. Naturally, these books were jam packed with useful illustrative elements that could be combined to create a final piece. Today, these books are extremely difficult to get a hold of. Especially those that were published in the late 1800s. They were not mainstream publications, they simply served as ‘catalogs’ and thus were only produced in small numbers. Fortunately, we were introduced to a collector who had precisely what we had been searching for for so long. After some costly negotiations, we’re very excited to be able to share the wonderful gems within.
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- Resolution: 9113 x 12302
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: A Bertrand
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DECORATIVE Rouen Faience Pottery – Types of Plate Borders 1869
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- Resolution: 8669 x 11487 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1869
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DEKORATIVE Vorbilder II, Handel und Schiffahrt, Nach Handzeichnung
This image was sourced from our original ‘Dekorative Vorbilder’ collection; A gorgeous collection of Art Nouveau decorative patterns, graphics and illustrations including plants, figures and animals. For draftsman, painters, graphic artists, decorators, sculptors and architects. Published in 1904 by Julius Hoffman, Stuttgart.
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- Resolution: 11596 x 16395 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1904
- Artist: Julius Hoffman
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MISCELLANEOUS Selection of Vintage Design Elements – 1800s Antique Stock Artwork
The type foundry and print shop of old would create books, like the one this image was discovered within, to help customers and clients with their design choices. Naturally, these books were jam packed with useful illustrative elements that could be combined to create a final piece. Today, these books are extremely difficult to get a hold of. Especially those that were published in the late 1800s. They were not mainstream publications, they simply served as ‘catalogs’ and thus were only produced in small numbers. Fortunately, we were introduced to a collector who had precisely what we had been searching for for so long. After some costly negotiations, we’re very excited to be able to share the wonderful gems within.
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- Resolution: 7420 x 5357
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: Schelter & Giesecke Type Foundry
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VINTAGE Decorative Design Elements – Ornamental Banners For Type
The type foundry and print shop of old would create books, like the one this image was discovered within, to help customers and clients with their design choices. Naturally, these books were jam packed with useful illustrative elements that could be combined to create a final piece. Today, these books are extremely difficult to get a hold of. Especially those that were published in the late 1800s. They were not mainstream publications, they simply served as ‘catalogs’ and thus were only produced in small numbers. Fortunately, we were introduced to a collector who had precisely what we had been searching for for so long. After some costly negotiations, we’re very excited to be able to share the wonderful gems within.
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- Resolution: 5461 x 7498
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: Schelter & Giesecke Type Foundry
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INTERIOR DESIGN – Vintage Selection of Furniture Illustrations – Old Stock Artwork
The type foundry and print shop of old would create books, like the one this image was discovered within, to help customers and clients with their design choices. Naturally, these books were jam packed with useful illustrative elements that could be combined to create a final piece. Today, these books are extremely difficult to get a hold of. Especially those that were published in the late 1800s. They were not mainstream publications, they simply served as ‘catalogs’ and thus were only produced in small numbers. Fortunately, we were introduced to a collector who had precisely what we had been searching for for so long. After some costly negotiations, we’re very excited to be able to share the wonderful gems within.
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- Resolution: 8925 x 12400
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: A Bertrand
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DECORATIVE Initials of Uppercase English Alphabet – 1800s Type Foundry
The type foundry and print shop of old would create books, like the one this image was discovered within, to help customers and clients with their design choices. Naturally, these books were jam packed with useful illustrative elements that could be combined to create a final piece. Today, these books are extremely difficult to get a hold of. Especially those that were published in the late 1800s. They were not mainstream publications, they simply served as ‘catalogs’ and thus were only produced in small numbers. Fortunately, we were introduced to a collector who had precisely what we had been searching for for so long. After some costly negotiations, we’re very excited to be able to share the wonderful gems within.
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- Resolution: 8994 x 12453
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: A Bertrand
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DECORATIVE Vorbilder – Pagen by G. Lahoda – Antique 1904 Print
This image was sourced from our original ‘Dekorative Vorbilder’ collection; A gorgeous collection of Art Nouveau decorative patterns, graphics and illustrations including plants, figures and animals. For draftsman, painters, graphic artists, decorators, sculptors and architects. Published in 1904 by Julius Hoffman, Stuttgart.
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- Resolution: 8700 x 12200 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1904
- Artist: Julius Hoffman
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DEKORATIVE Vorbilder XXI, Borduren und Fullungen fur Schablonentechnik
This image was sourced from our original ‘Dekorative Vorbilder’ collection; A gorgeous collection of Art Nouveau decorative patterns, graphics and illustrations including plants, figures and animals. For draftsman, painters, graphic artists, decorators, sculptors and architects. Published in 1904 by Julius Hoffman, Stuttgart.
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- Resolution: 11479 x 16113 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1904
- Artist: Julius Hoffman
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VINTAGE 19th Century Decorative Architecture – Rare 1866 Print
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- Resolution: 10977px x 15480px
- Year of Print: 1866
- Artist: Michel Lienard
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MISCELLANEOUS Selection of Vintage Design Elements – 1800s Antique Stock Artwork
The type foundry and print shop of old would create books, like the one this image was discovered within, to help customers and clients with their design choices. Naturally, these books were jam packed with useful illustrative elements that could be combined to create a final piece. Today, these books are extremely difficult to get a hold of. Especially those that were published in the late 1800s. They were not mainstream publications, they simply served as ‘catalogs’ and thus were only produced in small numbers. Fortunately, we were introduced to a collector who had precisely what we had been searching for for so long. After some costly negotiations, we’re very excited to be able to share the wonderful gems within.
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- Resolution: 5151 x 8029
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: Schelter & Giesecke Type Foundry
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DECORATIVE Cul-de-Lampe Designs – Small Vintage Ornamental Designs
The type foundry and print shop of old would create books, like the one this image was discovered within, to help customers and clients with their design choices. Naturally, these books were jam packed with useful illustrative elements that could be combined to create a final piece. Today, these books are extremely difficult to get a hold of. Especially those that were published in the late 1800s. They were not mainstream publications, they simply served as ‘catalogs’ and thus were only produced in small numbers. Fortunately, we were introduced to a collector who had precisely what we had been searching for for so long. After some costly negotiations, we’re very excited to be able to share the wonderful gems within.
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- Resolution: 8876 x 12526
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: A Bertrand
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BRITISH Typographia Print Design 1891 Graphic Pattern Exchange
This stunning 19th-century graphic pattern sample was discovered within the ‘Internationaler Graphischer Muster-Austausch des deutschen Buchdrucker-Vereins’ which translates to ‘International graphic pattern exchange of the German book printer association’. Inside was a plethora of gorgeous examples of typography, layout design, printing techniques, and more. A fine display of some of the very best from the print industry of the time and a fantastic source for the modern creator and enthusiast.
The demand for beautifully designed printed material spiked during the latter part of the 19th century and with new technical possibilities, demands became more elaborate. To keep up with the times, the best printing companies in Europe and the United States exchanged their finest creations in an attempt to push the industry to new heights. The technologies that would make a faithful reproduction of originals in print possible were still not invented, or deficient. Therefore, professional stakeholders had to exchange their original works among themselves.
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- Resolution: 10040 x 7794
- Year of Print: 1890
- Artist: Print Association
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ANTIQUE Furniture – Court Cupboard Buffet – Old 1910 Lithograph Print
You’re looking at a perfectly preserved lithographed illustration from the Book of Decorative Furniture, its Form, Colour, & History by Edwin Foley of the institute of designers. The original series documented a wide variety of British Woodwork styles and contemporaries, decorative furnishings, accessories and more. Entirely illustrated by Foley himself.
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- Resolution: 6653 x 8328 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1910
- Artist: Edwin Foley
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ROCOCO Style Oval FIlling – Antique Print – by C. Dottl
This image was sourced from our original ‘Dekorative Vorbilder’ collection; A gorgeous collection of Art Nouveau decorative patterns, graphics and illustrations including plants, figures and animals. For draftsman, painters, graphic artists, decorators, sculptors and architects. Published in 1904 by Julius Hoffman, Stuttgart.
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- Resolution: 8700 x 12200 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1904
- Artist: Julius Hoffman
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MURAL – Manuel de Peintures, Decorative Cieling Architecture Artwork
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- Resolution: 14000 x 20600 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1850
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ORNATE Renaissance Embroidery Designs, Antique Stock Image Art 1887
Here we have a wonderful chromolithograph vintage stock image from Heinrich Dolmetsch’s “Der Ornamentenschatz – Ein Musterbuch stilvoller Ornamente aus allen Kunstepochen”. Published by Stuttgart, Hoffmann. A celebrated collection of ornamental/decorative designs and artwork inspired by various geographical regions and movements of the 16th/17th and 18th century.
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- Resolution: 11634 x 16420 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1887
- Artist: Julius Hoffman
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MISCELLANEOUS Selection of Vintage Design Elements – 1800s Antique Stock Artwork
The type foundry and print shop of old would create books, like the one this image was discovered within, to help customers and clients with their design choices. Naturally, these books were jam packed with useful illustrative elements that could be combined to create a final piece. Today, these books are extremely difficult to get a hold of. Especially those that were published in the late 1800s. They were not mainstream publications, they simply served as ‘catalogs’ and thus were only produced in small numbers. Fortunately, we were introduced to a collector who had precisely what we had been searching for for so long. After some costly negotiations, we’re very excited to be able to share the wonderful gems within.
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- Resolution: 5577 x 8056
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: Schelter & Giesecke Type Foundry
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DECORATIVE Print Design with Typography 1891 Graphic Pattern Exchange
This stunning 19th-century graphic pattern sample was discovered within the ‘Internationaler Graphischer Muster-Austausch des deutschen Buchdrucker-Vereins’ which translates to ‘International graphic pattern exchange of the German book printer association’. Inside was a plethora of gorgeous examples of typography, layout design, printing techniques, and more. A fine display of some of the very best from the print industry of the time and a fantastic source for the modern creator and enthusiast.
The demand for beautifully designed printed material spiked during the latter part of the 19th century and with new technical possibilities, demands became more elaborate. To keep up with the times, the best printing companies in Europe and the United States exchanged their finest creations in an attempt to push the industry to new heights. The technologies that would make a faithful reproduction of originals in print possible were still not invented, or deficient. Therefore, professional stakeholders had to exchange their original works among themselves.
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- Resolution: 7949 x 10303
- Year of Print: 1890
- Artist: Print Association
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COAT of Arms in German Renaissance Style by F. V. Hollaky 1904
This image was sourced from our original ‘Dekorative Vorbilder’ collection; A gorgeous collection of Art Nouveau decorative patterns, graphics and illustrations including plants, figures and animals. For draftsman, painters, graphic artists, decorators, sculptors and architects. Published in 1904 by Julius Hoffman, Stuttgart.
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- Resolution: 12200 x 8700 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1904
- Artist: Julius Hoffman
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ANTIQUE Wall Paper Design – Vintage Repeated Pattern – French Decor
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- Resolution: 14400 x 20000 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1850
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Antique Ornate Frame Line Art with Classic Embellishments
A beautifully detailed antique frame in line art with classic embellishments, ideal for traditional design projects such as certificates and invitations.
- Resolution: 3713px x 5491px
- Image Type(s): PNG
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ANTIQUE Decorative Print – ARABIAN No 2 – Original Vintage 1865
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- Resolution: 7473px x 11701px
- Year of Print: 1865
- Artist: Owen Jones
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MISCELLANEOUS Selection of Vintage Horse Racing Related Design Elements
The type foundry and print shop of old would create books, like the one this image was discovered within, to help customers and clients with their design choices. Naturally, these books were jam packed with useful illustrative elements that could be combined to create a final piece. Today, these books are extremely difficult to get a hold of. Especially those that were published in the late 1800s. They were not mainstream publications, they simply served as ‘catalogs’ and thus were only produced in small numbers. Fortunately, we were introduced to a collector who had precisely what we had been searching for for so long. After some costly negotiations, we’re very excited to be able to share the wonderful gems within.
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- Resolution: 7591 x 5162
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: Schelter & Giesecke Type Foundry
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DECORATIVE Borders, Frames, and Invoice Templates – Antique Stock Art
The type foundry and print shop of old would create books, like the one this image was discovered within, to help customers and clients with their design choices. Naturally, these books were jam packed with useful illustrative elements that could be combined to create a final piece. Today, these books are extremely difficult to get a hold of. Especially those that were published in the late 1800s. They were not mainstream publications, they simply served as ‘catalogs’ and thus were only produced in small numbers. Fortunately, we were introduced to a collector who had precisely what we had been searching for for so long. After some costly negotiations, we’re very excited to be able to share the wonderful gems within.
- License Info
- Resolution: 9096 x 10834
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: Joh. Enschedé
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MISCELLANEOUS Selection of Vintage Illustrations – 1800s Stock Art
The type foundry and print shop of old would create books, like the one this image was discovered within, to help customers and clients with their design choices. Naturally, these books were jam packed with useful illustrative elements that could be combined to create a final piece. Today, these books are extremely difficult to get a hold of. Especially those that were published in the late 1800s. They were not mainstream publications, they simply served as ‘catalogs’ and thus were only produced in small numbers. Fortunately, we were introduced to a collector who had precisely what we had been searching for for so long. After some costly negotiations, we’re very excited to be able to share the wonderful gems within.
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- Resolution: 9314 x 13051
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: Joh. Enschedé
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FRENCH Renaissance Decorative Ceiling Paintings – 1887 Antique Print
Here we have a wonderful chromolithograph vintage stock image from Heinrich Dolmetsch’s “Der Ornamentenschatz – Ein Musterbuch stilvoller Ornamente aus allen Kunstepochen”. Published by Stuttgart, Hoffmann. A celebrated collection of ornamental/decorative designs and artwork inspired by various geographical regions and movements of the 16th/17th and 18th century.
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- Resolution: 8299 x 11789 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1887
- Artist: Julius Hoffman
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Easter Greeting Illustrations with Bunnies, Crosses and Springtime Imagery
A delightful assortment of vintage Easter-themed illustrations featuring cheerful bunnies, decorative crosses, blooming flowers and whimsical greeting motifs. This collection is ideal for Easter cards, spring scrapbooks, festive crafts, or any design needing joyful holiday charm.
- Image Type(s): SVG, PNG
- antique holiday design
- black and white easter art
- blooming flower clipart
- cartoon bunny drawing
- decorative religious image
- easter basket scene
- easter bunny artwork
- easter chick vintage
- easter cross drawing
- easter egg illustration
- easter typography vintage
- festive spring icons
- floral cross sketch
- holiday card graphic
- old fashioned holiday art
- retro bunny character
- retro rabbit art
- spring holiday theme
- springtime illustration sheet
- vintage easter greeting
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Vintage Halloween Pumpkin Illustrations – Children and Women with Jack-o-Lanterns and Spooky Scenes
A fun Halloween-themed collection of vintage artwork showcasing oversized pumpkins, children in surprise, a witchy silhouette with jack-o-lanterns, and festive porch scenes. With a balance of whimsy and spook, this pack is great for seasonal stickers, printable decor, or Halloween invitations.
- Image Type(s): SVG, PNG
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Rectangular Ornamental Border – Detailed Floral Lattice Frame PNG & SVG
Step into a world of timeless detail with this curated collection of antique ornamental borders and frames. Carefully restored from original vintage sources, each piece showcases intricate craftsmanship – from delicate scrollwork and botanical flourishes to geometric patterns and architectural accents. Provided in both high-resolution PNG and infinitely scalable SVG vector formats, these borders are perfect for adding historical charm to your design projects, whether you’re creating stationery, invitations, labels, packaging, or artistic prints.
- Image Type(s): SVG, PNG
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2 Vintage Ornamental Borders – Dramatic Decorative Theater & Floral PNG & SVG Vector Set
Step into a world of timeless detail with this curated collection of antique ornamental borders and frames. Carefully restored from original vintage sources, each piece showcases intricate craftsmanship – from delicate scrollwork and botanical flourishes to geometric patterns and architectural accents. Provided in both high-resolution PNG and infinitely scalable SVG vector formats, these borders are perfect for adding historical charm to your design projects, whether you’re creating stationery, invitations, labels, packaging, or artistic prints.
- Image Type(s): SVG, PNG
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5 Vintage Decorative Borders and Frames – Intricate Ornamental Rectangular PNG & SVG Set
Step into a world of timeless detail with this curated collection of antique ornamental borders and frames. Carefully restored from original vintage sources, each piece showcases intricate craftsmanship – from delicate scrollwork and botanical flourishes to geometric patterns and architectural accents. Provided in both high-resolution PNG and infinitely scalable SVG vector formats, these borders are perfect for adding historical charm to your design projects, whether you’re creating stationery, invitations, labels, packaging, or artistic prints.
- Image Type(s): SVG, PNG
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PERSIAN No 3 – Original Decorative Print – Owen Jones – Antique 1865
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- Resolution: 7688px x 11702px
- Year of Print: 1865
- Artist: Owen Jones
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ITALIAN No 3 – Grammar of Ornament – Vintage Print by Owen Jones
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- Resolution: 7343px x 11730px
- Year of Print: 1868
- Artist: Owen Jones
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Vintage Decorative Design Element No.8
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- Resolution: 1908px x 1496px
Vintage Decorative Design Element – Lions Face inside Emblem
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- Resolution: 1129px x 1126px
Cherub Blowing Trumpet with Birds and Corner Floral Border Piece
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- Resolution: 2084px x 3337px
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Artist with Palette Sat on Pedistal Surrounded by Flora
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- Resolution: 4653px x 2364px
Vintage Line Art Illustration of a Skull with Crossbones No.5
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- Resolution: 532px x 406px
Decorative Vintage Illustration – Border / Frame Template No.139
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- Resolution: 2224px x 1497px
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