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Vintage Marbled Paper Patterned Texture
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Vintage Marbled Paper Patterned Texture
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Vintage Cherub Decorative Banner Designs
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).
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Vintage Label and Logo Template Designs in SVG, PNG, and EPS Image Formats – Downloadable Vintage Line Art Clipart
You’re looking at a vintage collection of label/logo template 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).
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Botanical Flowers and Plant Line Art Illustration Pack – SVG, EPS, and PNG Formats
You’re looking at a wonderfully restored set of Floral line art illustrations. More specifically, a Celosia Cristata, Centaurea Cyanus, Chrysanthemum Bunch, Chrysanthemum, Dianthus Chinensis Heddewigii, and Erythrina Indica Parcelli. Each botanical 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).
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Vintage Decorative Line Art Illustration – Floral – Border – Frame – Pattern No.82
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Hand Drawn Antique Wreath Line Art Illustration No.6
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- Resolution: 2926px x 2697px
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Antique Coloured Print Of Moths – Lloyd’s Natural History 1896
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- Resolution: 4096px x 6278px
- Year of Print: 1896
- Artist: Edward Lloyd
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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: 7494 x 5383
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: Schelter & Giesecke Type Foundry
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VINTAGE Decorative Design Elements – 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: 7559 x 5427
- 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: 5528 x 8016
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: Schelter & Giesecke Type Foundry
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VINTAGE Decorative Design Elements – 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: 7538 x 5344
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: Schelter & Giesecke Type Foundry
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VINTAGE Decorative Design Elements – 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: 8252 x 5721
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: Schelter & Giesecke Type Foundry
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MISCELLANEOUS Sheet of Vignette Fish and Reptile Illustrations – 1800’s Vintage 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: 8956 x 12834
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: A Bertrand
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MISCELLANEOUS Sheet of Vignette Animal / Wildlife Illustrations – 1800’s Vintage 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: 9195 x 13026
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: A Bertrand
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ASTRONOMY – Relative Size of Planets – Antique 1851 Illustration 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: 9243 x 7859 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1851
- Artist: Johann Georg Heck
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ANTIQUE Biblical Print – The Vision of the Golden Ladder – G. Dore 1891
You’re looking at a beautifully detailed, lithograph print by Gustave Doré. A French artist, printmaker, illustrator, comics artist, caricaturist, and sculptor who worked primarily with wood-engraving. This particular engraving was sourced from the 1891 ‘Bible Gallery’ book that compiled a collection of Doré’s biblical themed artwork.
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- Resolution: 8068 x 10683 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1891
- Artist: Gustave Dore
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Decorative Gothic Display Font – Restored Vintage Blackletter – CL Antique No.22
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.
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Vintage Black Swallowtail Moth with Ornate Wing Patterns
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Mythical Minotaur Head with Curved Horns, Beaded Adornments, and Fierce Expression
This image is part of our Extensive Collection of 135 Greek, Roman, and Mythology Vintage Line Art Illustrations. Each piece hand-selected from a variety of 19th-century books and ephemera found within our private library.
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Serene Butterfly and Insect Scene Amid Lush Foliage and Blooming Wildflowers
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!
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Elegant Chinoiserie Swing Scene – Toile De Jouy Ornamental Illustration (Transparent PNG)
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.
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Toile De Jouy Seamless Pattern – Sepia Variant (Transparent PNG) Pastoral Design
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.
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Handwritten Envelope Sample with Postal Stamp
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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Rustic and Textured Handwritten Note with Stamp
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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Early 20th Century Rubber Stamp Impression – Dutch Typography & Official Seal (1902)
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.
- Resolution: 1840px x 1330px
- Image Type(s): PNG
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Vintage German Letterhead Design with Heraldic Accents and Floral Details
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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Detailed Skull Illustration of a Horned Dinosaur with Prominent Frill
A detailed illustration of a horned dinosaur skull, featuring a prominent frill and horns. The drawing captures the fossilized structure of this prehistoric animal, emphasizing the unique shape and details of its skull.
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- Image Type(s): PNG
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Green Certificate Border with Starburst Pattern
A vintage-style green certificate border featuring a starburst pattern in the center. Ideal for diplomas, awards, and other formal or decorative documents.
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Vintage Ornate Corner Frame with Palm Trees and Decorative Borders
A unique vintage corner frame adorned with palm trees and ornate decorative borders, capturing a distinctive 19th-century style. This high-resolution PNG with a transparent background is perfect for adding a touch of historical charm to your design projects.
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Decorative Blue and Pink Ornate Frame with Leaf and Shell Motifs
A blue and pink ornate frame featuring leaf and shell motifs, offering a decorative design asset for crafts, cards, invitations, and other creative projects needing flair.
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Vintage Marbled Paper Patterned Texture
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Vintage Decorative Banner Designs
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).
- Image Type(s): EPS, SVG, PNG
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Downloadable Border and Frame Art – Victorian Decorative Design Assets in PNG, SVG, and EPS Formats
You’re looking at a vintage collection of super useful banner 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).
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Bold Elegance in a Long-headed Poppy Vintage Illustration
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Antique Color Illustration of a Rabenfisch
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Vintage Decorative Line Art Illustration – Floral – Border – Frame – Pattern No.83
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- Resolution: 1853px x 2560px
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Vintage Decorative Line Art Illustration – Floral – Border – Frame – Pattern No.33
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Vintage Decorative Design Element No.39
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Black and Gold Floral Decorative Banner No.1
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Illustration of a Horses Face inside Themed Wreath
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Hand Drawn Antique Wreath Line Art Illustration No.8
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Postage Envelope with Handwritten Calligraphy
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Embossed Vintage Envelope Rear with London South Stamp
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BOTANICAL – A Miscellaneous Selection of Vintage Flower Illustrations
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: 8795 x 12683
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: A Bertrand
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