You're looking at a wonderfully restored pair of chinoiserie-styled floral borders. The original antique images were extracted from their background and converted to the following image formats: SVG (vector), EPS (vector), and, of course, PNG (300dpi raster image with transparent background).
You're looking at a vintage collection of super useful borders and frame illustrations discovered within a late 1800s design book. These illustrations were extracted from their original backgrounds and converted to the following image formats: SVG (vector), EPS (vector), and, of course, PNG (300dpi raster image with transparent background).
You're looking at a vintage collection of vintage banner designs discovered in a late 1800s design book. These illustrations were extracted from their original backgrounds and converted to the following image formats: SVG (vector), EPS (vector), and, of course, PNG (300dpi raster image with transparent background).
Vintage frame with an arched top and delicate floral ornaments, restored and isolated as a transparent PNG. Perfect for refined invitations or classic design themes.
Vintage frame with a tree motif and nature elements, isolated as a transparent PNG. Perfect for nature-themed designs or artistic layouts.
You're looking at a restored set of 6 beautifully illustrated vintage Roses. Each floral line art image was extracted from its original background and converted to the following image formats: SVG (vector), EPS (vector), and, of course, PNG (300dpi raster image with transparent background).
You're looking at a vintage collection of beautifully illustrated laurel wreath designs discovered in a late 1800s design book. These illustrations were extracted from their original backgrounds and converted to the following image formats: SVG (vector), EPS (vector), and, of course, PNG (300dpi raster image with transparent background).
The image is 1 of 59 from the following collection: 'Discover Toile De Jouy’s gorgeous style within this meticulously edited collection of 59 isolated PNG illustrations. Inside, you'll discover a wonderfully detailed set of vintage illustrations with a subtle texture applied, making the illustration look like it has been printed with dark blue ink! It’s super effective and looks fantastic on light backgrounds.
The image is 1 of 59 from the following collection: 'Discover Toile De Jouy’s gorgeous style within this meticulously edited collection of 59 isolated PNG illustrations. Inside, you'll discover a wonderfully detailed set of vintage illustrations with a subtle texture applied, making the illustration look like it has been printed with dark blue ink! It’s super effective and looks fantastic on light backgrounds.
We discovered a gorgeous print full of individual Baroque design elements and decided to create a plethora of custom frames and borders. Fantastic for wedding invitations, packaging, branding and so much more.
Line art illustration of a wild sheep skull, rendered in PNG format for easy use, depicting the intricate details of the horn and bone structure
You're looking at a wonderful set of decorative vintage design assets discovered within a late 1800s design book. These illustrations were extracted from their original backgrounds and converted to the following image formats: SVG (vector), EPS (vector), and, of course, PNG (300dpi raster image with transparent background).
We discovered a gorgeous print full of individual Baroque design elements and decided to create a plethora of custom frames and borders. Fantastic for wedding invitations, packaging, branding and so much more.
You're looking at a vintage collection of amazingly useful decorative dividers that can be used for a whole plethora of design jobs, each one discovered within a late 1800s design book. These illustrations were extracted from their original backgrounds and converted to the following image formats: SVG (vector), EPS (vector), and, of course, PNG (300dpi raster image with transparent background).
This image is part of a beautiful collection of highly detailed, engraved illustrations from the early 1800s - Originally discovered within a small book full of stories inspired by the English countryside. While I’m sure the stories are lovely, I couldn’t get over how incredible these illustrations were!
Discover 11 premade frames and 25 DIY daisy floral elements in this vintage vector and PNG illustration pack—perfect for invitations, crafts, and more.
A beautifully crafted floral border featuring intricate decorative patterns and embellishments, perfect for framing artwork, documents, or as a standalone design element. This high-resolution PNG from the 19th century adds an elegant, vintage touch to any project.
This unique decorative banner frame combines vintage elements with a striking red star motif, offering a creative and elegant touch to any project. Ideal for posters, invitations, and branding, this restored 19th-century design brings a classic yet bold look to modern creations.
We discovered a gorgeous print full of individual Baroque design elements and decided to create a plethora of custom frames and borders. Fantastic for wedding invitations, packaging, branding and so much more.
A circular frame with beautiful Victorian floral patterns and decorative elements, creating a unique and vintage look. The frame is perfect for classical or elegant designs, offering a refined and historical touch.
A pink floral frame with intricate scrollwork and leaf motifs, adding an elegant touch to cards, creative borders, or as a decorative element in artwork.
An elegant Victorian ornate frame in line art with detailed flourishes, ideal for enhancing traditional design projects, certificates, and decorative purposes.
This image is part of a beautiful collection of highly detailed, engraved illustrations from the early 1800s - Originally discovered within a small book full of stories inspired by the English countryside. While I’m sure the stories are lovely, I couldn’t get over how incredible these illustrations were!
The image is 1 of 59 from the following collection: 'Discover Toile De Jouy’s gorgeous style within this meticulously edited collection of 59 isolated PNG illustrations. Inside, you'll discover a wonderfully detailed set of vintage illustrations with a subtle texture applied, making the illustration look like it has been printed with dark blue ink! It’s super effective and looks fantastic on light backgrounds.
You're looking at an ornate collection of border and frame illustrations discovered within a late 1800s design book. These illustrations were extracted from their original backgrounds and converted to the following image formats: SVG (vector), EPS (vector), and, of course, PNG (300dpi raster image with transparent background).
We discovered a gorgeous print full of individual Baroque design elements and decided to create a plethora of custom frames and borders. Fantastic for wedding invitations, packaging, branding and so much more.
You're looking at a vintage collection of beautifully illustrated design assets discovered in a late 1800s design book. These illustrations were extracted from their original backgrounds and converted to the following image formats: SVG (vector), EPS (vector), and, of course, PNG (300dpi raster image with transparent background).
We’re breathing new life into antique type! This font is part of our growing collection of restored typefaces, carefully revived from original specimens in the Century Library archive. Each one is a direct translation of the past - scanned, cleaned up, and converted into a working font so you can actually use these historic letterforms, not just look at them. These aren’t modern interpretations or redesigns. What you see is what was once printed - charming imperfections and all. The character set is limited to what was available in the original source material, which varies from font to font. Perfect for adding an authentic vintage feel to your designs - whether you're working on a book cover, a poster, branding, or just something personal - these fonts carry all the texture, age, and personality you'd expect from type that’s over a century old.
This image is part of a beautiful collection of highly detailed, engraved illustrations from the early 1800s - Originally discovered within a small book full of stories inspired by the English countryside. While I’m sure the stories are lovely, I couldn’t get over how incredible these illustrations were!
You're looking at a vintage collection of decorative frame and label illustrations discovered within a late 1800s design book. These illustrations were extracted from their original backgrounds and converted to the following image formats: SVG (vector), EPS (vector), and, of course, PNG (300dpi raster image with transparent background).
A Victorian-inspired frame featuring floral and scrollwork details, perfect for enhancing invitations, certificates, or artwork.
You're looking at a vintage collection of Victorian-styled banners discovered in a late 1800s design book. These illustrations were extracted from their original backgrounds and converted to the following image formats: SVG (vector), EPS (vector), and, of course, PNG (300dpi raster image with transparent background).
This image is part of our Seamless Toile De Jouy Patterns collection; A collection that brings together a charming series of seamless Toile de Jouy patterns, each one lovingly restored and designed for repeat use. Featuring scenic countryside landscapes, pastoral figures, elegant florals, and classic French-inspired detailing, these patterns are ideal for anyone looking to add a vintage touch to their work. You’ll find multiple color variants—including warm sepia tones, timeless black and white, and classic French blue - all available as flat JPGs and transparent PNGs for easy layering and customisation. Perfect for scrapbooking, product packaging, surface design, fabric printing, stationery, or digital backdrops - these seamless vintage patterns are ready to tile and flow effortlessly across your designs.
You're looking at a detailed pair of victorian-styled dividers discovered in a late 1800s design book. These illustrations were extracted from their original backgrounds and converted to the following image formats: SVG (vector), EPS (vector), and, of course, PNG (300dpi raster image with transparent background).
We discovered a gorgeous print full of individual Baroque design elements and decided to create a plethora of custom frames and borders. Fantastic for wedding invitations, packaging, branding and so much more.
This image is part of a curated collection that showcases a diverse range of vintage document designs and typographic art, featuring intricate letterhead logos, ornate receipts, and decorative printed overlays. Each piece captures the elegance of historical print styles—from German heraldic flourishes and British typographic traditions to antique invoices and lottery tickets. Perfect for design enthusiasts, crafters, and historians alike, these images offer a nostalgic glimpse into the artistry of printed communication, blending handwritten and printed text with ornamental details and transparent overlays.
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