A detailed vintage line art illustration of a horned viper snake, captured in an isolated format. Ideal for nature and wildlife-themed designs.
A detailed vintage illustration of a panther with her cubs in a forest setting. This transparent PNG captures the nurturing aspect of the panther, ideal for wildlife and family-themed projects.
A vintage illustration of a male lion bust, featuring a detailed and majestic mane. This transparent PNG captures the lion's powerful presence, suitable for wildlife and regal-themed projects.
A detailed vintage illustration of a Koodoo antelope bust, featuring long curled antlers. This transparent PNG artwork emphasizes the antelope's unique features, making it suitable for design and nature-related projects.
A detailed vintage illustration of an Italian land crab in a natural pose. This transparent PNG artwork captures the intricate details of the crab's form and texture, ideal for digital and nature-themed projects.
A stunning illustration of a crested hummingbird with detailed feathers, perched on a tree branch and looking into the distance, perfect for nature and wildlife art.
A vintage line art illustration of a hummingbird in flight with wings spread open, perfect for nature and wildlife-themed artworks.
A vintage hand-sketched line art illustration of an orangutan monkey hanging from a branch, isolated and perfect for wildlife-themed designs.
Line art of a Spectral Tarsier with wide eyes perched on a branch, highlighting its small size and unique primate features in detailed line art
This 167 year old scan is from "U.S.P.R.R. Exp. & Surveys - To ascertain the most practicable and economical route for a railroad from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean. Made under the direction of the secretary of war in 1853-1856". The artwork inside was some of the most artistic and accurate prints made of Birds, Mammals, Reptiles and Fish from the American West. Many of the Lithographs were beautifully hand-colored by a group of naturalists and artists who travelled with the expedition surverying the West for the U.S. Pacific Railroad. Search our archives or click on the artist name below to view the rest of the collection!
This 167 year old scan is from "U.S.P.R.R. Exp. & Surveys - To ascertain the most practicable and economical route for a railroad from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean. Made under the direction of the secretary of war in 1853-1856". The artwork inside was some of the most artistic and accurate prints made of Birds, Mammals, Reptiles and Fish from the American West. Many of the Lithographs were beautifully hand-colored by a group of naturalists and artists who travelled with the expedition surverying the West for the U.S. Pacific Railroad. Search our archives or click on the artist name below to view the rest of the collection!
This 167 year old scan is from "U.S.P.R.R. Exp. & Surveys - To ascertain the most practicable and economical route for a railroad from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean. Made under the direction of the secretary of war in 1853-1856". The artwork inside was some of the most artistic and accurate prints made of Birds, Mammals, Reptiles and Fish from the American West. Many of the Lithographs were beautifully hand-colored by a group of naturalists and artists who travelled with the expedition surverying the West for the U.S. Pacific Railroad. Search our archives or click on the artist name below to view the rest of the collection!
A vintage above view illustration of an Italian tarantula spider, highlighting its detailed features. This transparent PNG captures the intricate patterns and textures, perfect for design, educational, and nature projects.
Illustration of goldfinches at their nest, with intricate details of the birds and surrounding foliage, isolated on a transparent background.
This 167 year old scan is from "U.S.P.R.R. Exp. & Surveys - To ascertain the most practicable and economical route for a railroad from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean. Made under the direction of the secretary of war in 1853-1856". The artwork inside was some of the most artistic and accurate prints made of Birds, Mammals, Reptiles and Fish from the American West. Many of the Lithographs were beautifully hand-colored by a group of naturalists and artists who travelled with the expedition surverying the West for the U.S. Pacific Railroad. Search our archives or click on the artist name below to view the rest of the collection!
A vintage stipple illustration of a scorpion, rendered in a detailed line art style. Ideal for nature, wildlife, and educational designs.
A decorative vintage border frame illustration featuring a lion, eagle, and snake, perfect for book covers or natural history-themed designs.
A vintage illustration of Reeve's pheasant perched on a branch, showcasing its long tail feathers and detailed plumage. This transparent PNG captures the elegance of the pheasant, ideal for nature and decorative projects.
An intricate vintage engraving of an Indian elephant drinking water, set against a lush jungle backdrop. This illustration captures the serene interaction of the elephant with its natural habitat, perfect for creative and nature-themed projects.
Tall illustration of a giraffe standing, showcasing its long neck and distinctive coat patterns, isolated on a transparent background.
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!
This 167 year old scan is from "U.S.P.R.R. Exp. & Surveys - To ascertain the most practicable and economical route for a railroad from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean. Made under the direction of the secretary of war in 1853-1856". The artwork inside was some of the most artistic and accurate prints made of Birds, Mammals, Reptiles and Fish from the American West. Many of the Lithographs were beautifully hand-colored by a group of naturalists and artists who travelled with the expedition surverying the West for the U.S. Pacific Railroad. Search our archives or click on the artist name below to view the rest of the collection!
This 167 year old scan is from "U.S.P.R.R. Exp. & Surveys - To ascertain the most practicable and economical route for a railroad from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean. Made under the direction of the secretary of war in 1853-1856". The artwork inside was some of the most artistic and accurate prints made of Birds, Mammals, Reptiles and Fish from the American West. Many of the Lithographs were beautifully hand-colored by a group of naturalists and artists who travelled with the expedition surverying the West for the U.S. Pacific Railroad. Search our archives or click on the artist name below to view the rest of the collection!
This 167 year old scan is from "U.S.P.R.R. Exp. & Surveys - To ascertain the most practicable and economical route for a railroad from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean. Made under the direction of the secretary of war in 1853-1856". The artwork inside was some of the most artistic and accurate prints made of Birds, Mammals, Reptiles and Fish from the American West. Many of the Lithographs were beautifully hand-colored by a group of naturalists and artists who travelled with the expedition surverying the West for the U.S. Pacific Railroad. Search our archives or click on the artist name below to view the rest of the collection!
A small icon-style vintage illustration of an owl perched on a twig, capturing the essence of simplicity and nature, perfect for educational or wildlife-themed projects.
Isolated line art illustration of a Vampire Bat in flight with a natural backdrop, highlighting its wing structure and nocturnal nature
Detailed line art illustration of a pack of raccoons in a natural setting, emphasizing their playful nature and intricate fur details
A vintage illustration of a polar bear bust, showcasing its detailed fur and icy habitat. This transparent PNG emphasizes the bear's majestic presence, suitable for wildlife and arctic-themed projects.
A vintage illustration of passerine birds perched in a scenic habitat, capturing their social behavior. This transparent PNG is ideal for nature and bird-themed projects, highlighting their detailed plumage and natural setting.
A detailed depiction of a walrus head, showcasing its large tusks and thick whiskers. This engraved illustration captures the walrus's distinct facial features in a realistic style, highlighting its robust structure and marine adaptation.
A vintage illustration of a cheetah prowling in a savanna landscape, emphasizing its sleek body and distinctive spots. The artwork captures the agility and speed of this apex predator in a classic black and white style.
A vintage line art illustration of a locust side on, isolated on a transparent PNG background, perfect for nature and insect-themed designs.
An isolated line art illustration of a pied kingfisher, capturing its distinct features in a vintage style, ideal for wildlife and bird-themed projects.
An isolated line art illustration of a blue crested parakeet, showcasing the detailed features of this bird in a vintage style, perfect for avian-themed designs.
Side profile illustration of a yak bust with prominent horns, capturing the thick fur and robust build of this high-altitude animal in line art
Illustration of a West African harnessed antelope bust, isolated in PNG format, capturing the detailed horn structure and facial features
Scientific illustration of the viscera of a small bird, rendered in detailed line art, highlighting the internal anatomy for educational use
Isolated line art illustration of a Surinam Toad, highlighting its unique body structure and features in a detailed and realistic style
A vintage illustration of an Australian koala bear perched on a tree branch with a natural background. This transparent PNG highlights the koala's relaxed pose and textured fur, perfect for nature-themed designs.
This image features a detailed drawing of an Iguanodon, capturing its unique posture and dinosaur characteristics. The illustration emphasizes the creature’s size, long tail, and distinctive thumb spikes in a natural setting.
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