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Tall Vertical Banner / Border for Text No.3
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1880 Vintage Map of Michigan – Encyclopedia Britannica
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- Resolution: 6864px x 9573px
- Year of Print: 1880
- Artist: Encyclopedia Britannica
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ANTIQUE Botanical Print – Variety of Botany Illustrations – 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: 9190 x 7368 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1851
- Artist: Johann Georg Heck
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DECORATIVE Indian Weaving, Embroidery, Braiding, and Painting 1889 Print
Here we have a wonderful chromolithograph print 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: 8126 x 11882 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1889
- Artist: Heinrich Dolmetsch
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ANTIQUE Colour Print of British Countryside Moths – F. Edward Hulme 1903
You’re looking at a beautiful illustration from the ‘Butterflies & Moths of the Countryside’ series by F. Edward Hulme. These antique pieces of art, created in 1903, have lasted the test of time, and the colours are stunning.
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- Resolution: 6145 x 8451 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1903
- Artist: Edward Hulme
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1903 VINTAGE INSECT PRINT – British Countryside Butterflies
You’re looking at a beautiful illustration from the ‘Butterflies & Moths of the Countryside’ series by F. Edward Hulme. These antique pieces of art, created in 1903, have lasted the test of time, and the colours are stunning.
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- Resolution: 6003 x 8487 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1903
- Artist: Edward Hulme
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MAMMALS – Plains Zebra, Warthog, Antilope, Moose – Antique Illustrations
Original Colour Vintage Print from Lorenz Okenfuss’ ‘Oken’s Naturgeschichte’ (Allgemeine Naturgeschichte für alle Stände), with illustrations by Johann Susemihl (1767-1847), and published in Stuttgart by Hoffman between 1839 and 1841. Lorenz Oken (1 August 1779 – 11 August 1851) was a German naturalist, botanist, biologist, and ornithologist. Oken was born Lorenz Okenfuss (German: Okenfuß) in Bohlsbach (now part of Offenburg), Ortenau, Baden, and studied natural history and medicine at the universities of Freiburg and Würzburg. He went on to the University of Göttingen, where he became a Privatdozent (unsalaried lecturer), and shortened his name to Oken. As Lorenz Oken, he published a small work entitled Grundriss der Naturphilosophie, der Theorie der Sinne, mit der darauf gegründeten Classification der Thiere (1802). This was the first of a series of works which established him as a leader of the movement of “Naturphilosophie” in Germany.
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- Resolution: 9300 x 11600 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1836
- Artist: Lorenz Oken
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BOTANICAL – Various Species of Petals (Corolla) – 1880 Vintage 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: 5500 x 8600 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1880
- Artist: William Mackenzie
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BALLOONS – Aeronautic Machine, Montgolfiers Balloon. Vintage 1880 Artwork
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: 5500 x 8600 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1880
- Artist: William Mackenzie
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RENAISSANCE Floral Ornamental Illumination RACINET 1873
Here we have an original vintage print from the Auguste Racinet L’ornement Polycrome (1870) series. One of the finest collections of decorative arts from the 19th century, refered to for inspiration by many modern creators. Many interesting and useful design elements are waiting to be explored in this one piece! The purpose of the fantastic reproductions in L’Ornement polychrome were to inspire an improvement of the decorative arts of its time.
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- Resolution: 12812 x 18031 300dpi
- Year of Print: Estimated 1873
- Artist: Auguste Racinet
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INDIAN Beautiful Floral Patterns and Borders RACINET Plate XVII
Here we have an original vintage print from the Auguste Racinet L’ornement Polycrome (1870) series. One of the finest collections of decorative arts from the 19th century, refered to for inspiration by many modern creators. Many interesting and useful design elements are waiting to be explored in this one piece! The purpose of the fantastic reproductions in L’Ornement polychrome were to inspire an improvement of the decorative arts of its time.
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- Resolution: 13087 x 18674 300dpi
- Year of Print: Estimated 1873
- Artist: Auguste Racinet
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RENAISSANCE Architecture Accents and Embellishments RACINET 1873 Vintage Design
Here we have an original vintage print from the Auguste Racinet L’ornement Polycrome (1870) series. One of the finest collections of decorative arts from the 19th century, refered to for inspiration by many modern creators. Many interesting and useful design elements are waiting to be explored in this one piece! The purpose of the fantastic reproductions in L’Ornement polychrome were to inspire an improvement of the decorative arts of its time.
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- Resolution: 13087 x 18674 300dpi
- Year of Print: Estimated 1873
- Artist: Auguste Racinet
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Abstract Tribal Blue and Red Vintage Retro Pattern No.2
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Black and Blue Retro Shape Vintage Pattern
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Elegant Italian Lady in Traditional Dress with Embroidered Apron
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Detailed Anatomical Illustration of Human Heart with Arteries and Veins
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Young male artist sketching with his dog sitting beside him.
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Demeter Profile with Wheat Crown and Flowing Hair in Greek Mythology Lineart
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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Greek Mythology Lineart Illustration Featuring Atlas Carrying the Celestial Sphere with Determination
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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Ornate Toile De Jouy Print with Mythological Figures and Heraldic Symbols
Vintage Toile de Jouy Patterned Backgrounds – Ornate, Classical, and Full of Charm
This wonderful background is from a collection that features a beautiful range of vintage Toile de Jouy-style patternes, carefully restored from antique prints. Packed with intricate scenes of rural life, mythological figures, classical architecture, elegant florals, and decorative motifs, these designs are perfect for adding timeless elegance to your creative projects.
You’ll find everything from aristocrats and animals to hot air balloons and garden scenes, all woven into that iconic French toile style.
Whether you’re working on a junk journal, printable paper pack, or a more refined design project, this bundle is a go-to for vintage lovers looking to add depth, texture, and character to their work.
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Antique Merchant Invoice – 1897 Japan & China Trade Receipt with Ornate Lettering
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: 6291px x 3249px
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Vintage Receipt with Printed Text, Handwriting & 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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Swayne’s Hartebeest Skull Illustration with Striking Horns
Illustration of a Swayne’s Hartebeest skull with prominent devilish horns, depicted in detailed line art for a bold and striking representation
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Vintage Illustration of Babirusa Skull with Curved Tusks as Transparent PNG
A vintage illustration of a Babirusa skull, featuring unique curved tusks and detailed bone structure. This transparent PNG is suitable for wildlife and anatomical studies.
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Elegant Black Heraldic Lion with Red Accents from the 1800s
This elegant black heraldic lion from the 1800s features striking red claws and tongue. Lovingly restored, this illustration will add a touch of historical authenticity and visual impact to any heraldic-themed project
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Vintage 1800s Map of Alaska Featuring Detailed Geography and Historical Boundaries – Antique Historical Map
An antique map from the 1800s featuring Alaska, highlighting its detailed geography and historical boundaries. This vintage map offers a glimpse into the early cartographic representation of Alaska, with intricate details of its natural features and political divisions. A perfect addition for those interested in Alaskan history and vintage maps.
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Elegant Floral Border Line Art with Victorian Flourishes
A beautifully detailed floral border in line art with Victorian-style flourishes, perfect for adding a classic touch to invitations, certificates, and decorative projects.
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Set of 8 Isolated Fruit Clipart Illustrations – SVG, EPS, and PNG Formats
You’re looking at a set of wonderfully restored fruit lineart Illustrations. More specifically, Kumquat, Mandarin Orange, Portugal Quince, Shaddock, Sweet Orange, Vaccinum Leucobotrys, Walnut, and Zizyphus Jujuba. These antique images were extracted from their 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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Twig and Leaf Clipart in PNG, SVG, and EPS formats – Cornish Elm Leaf, Elm, Wych Elm, Scotch Fir, and More!
You’re looking at a detailed collection of restored vintage illustrations of branches and leaves. 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). Inside, you’ll find the following tree branch species: Cornish Elm Leaf, Elm Seed Vessel, Pinis Conifer, Wych Elm Leaf, Buckthorn, Yew Branch, and Scotch Fir
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Classic Vintage Art of Astragalus Monspessulanus
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Antique Coloured PNG illustration of a Blue Shark
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- Resolution: 7802 × 2766
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Antique Line Art Engraving Illustration – Mineralogy – Crystals – Precious Stones – No.34
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- Resolution: 539px x 790px
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Hand Drawn Floral Inspired Background Pattern / Texture No.2
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- Resolution: 4260px x 6730px
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Vintage Photograph of Four Bottles of Bear
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- Resolution: 799px x 1060px
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Floral Wreath Illustration No.10
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Vintage Botanical Illustration of a Oak Branch Wreath
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- Resolution: 1643px x 1666px
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Antique Natural History Line Art Illustration – Pig
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Vintage Line Art Illustration of a Pointing Finger / Hand No.4
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Vintage Paper Texture – No.37
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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: 7595 x 5476
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: Schelter & Giesecke Type Foundry
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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: 9236 x 12712
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: A Bertrand
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VULTURES and the Pigeons – Antique Fable Illustration – 1891 Gustave Dore
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: 7479 x 10723 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1891
- Artist: Gustave Dore
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DUTCH Renaissance – Ornamental Ceiling Paintings – 1889 Antique Print
Here we have a wonderful chromolithograph print 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: 8358 x 11870 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1889
- Artist: Heinrich Dolmetsch
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TURKISH Architectural Decoration – Ornamentenschatz Heinrich Dolmetsch
Here we have a wonderful chromolithograph print 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: 8231 x 11838 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1889
- Artist: Heinrich Dolmetsch
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