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ORIGINAL Old Antique Print – Plate Heraldry Crests c1900s Wild Birds
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- Resolution: 7685 x 10288 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1900
- Artist: Knight & Rumley
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ANTHROPOLOGY – Anatomy of Vascular System – 1851 Antique 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: 9208 x 7304 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1851
- Artist: Johann Georg Heck
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ORGANS of Respiratory, Voice, Mastication, Deglutition – Antique 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: 9182 x 7324 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1851
- Artist: Johann Georg Heck
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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: 9473 x 7817 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1851
- Artist: Johann Georg Heck
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ANTIQUE Lithograph Print of British Countryside Moths – 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: 6134 x 8452 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1903
- Artist: Edward Hulme
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SKELETONS of Mammals – Ant Eater, Sloth, Bat, Rat, Sheep. Antique 1880 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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GNATCATCHER, Tropical. Hand Painted 1853 Artwork. U.S.P.R.R Bird
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!
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- Resolution: 7594 x 10009 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1853
- Artist: USPRR Surveys
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HUMMINGBIRD, Rare Hand-Coloured 1853 Stock Image. U.S.P.R.R Birds
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!
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- Resolution: 7594 x 10009 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1853
- Artist: USPRR Surveys
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PERSIAN Beautiful Intricate Floral Pattern Design RACINET Plate XXII Lithograph Illustration
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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Celtic Knot Tiled Pattern – Vintage Background
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- Resolution: 5000px x 5040px
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Abstract Beetle Tribal Background
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- Resolution: 5000px x 4985px
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ANTIQUE Original Kono Bairei Wood block Japanese Prints 1881 Cranes Pair
You’re looking at a beautiful piece of Japanese woodblock art from our collection of original 1881 prints by noted artist, Kono Bairei; Created for one of his best-known publications ‘one hundred birds’. Most of the bird species throughout this collection were native to Japan, with a few domesticated and some imported cage birds. Bairei was born and lived in Kyoto. He was apprenticed to the Maruyama printer Nakajima Raiso at the age of eight. He was a pupil of Shijo artist Shiokawa Bunrin and followed the Nanga school tradition. He established the Kyoto Prefectural School of Painting before opening his own studio to students and retiring from teaching.
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- Resolution: 11738 x 7905 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1881
- Artist: Kono Bairei
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Abstract Flourished Botanical Vintage Pattern
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- Resolution: 5000px x 5000px
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ANTIQUE Rural Sports 1807 Black and White Engraving of a Stag
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- Resolution: 4770px x 7592px
- Year of Print: 1807
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ANTIQUE Original Kono Bairei Woodblock Japanese Prints 1881 Ducks Flying
You’re looking at a beautiful piece of Japanese woodblock art from our collection of original 1881 prints by noted artist, Kono Bairei; Created for one of his best-known publications ‘one hundred birds’. Most of the bird species throughout this collection were native to Japan, with a few domesticated and some imported cage birds. Bairei was born and lived in Kyoto. He was apprenticed to the Maruyama printer Nakajima Raiso at the age of eight. He was a pupil of Shijo artist Shiokawa Bunrin and followed the Nanga school tradition. He established the Kyoto Prefectural School of Painting before opening his own studio to students and retiring from teaching.
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- Resolution: 11582 x 8028
- Year of Print: 1881
- Artist: Kono Bairei
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Golden Moth Letterhead With Vintage Floral Embellishments
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Copper-Winged Moth with Spotted Russet Markings
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Detailed Engraving of Human Facial Muscles and Anatomical Structures
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Greek Goddess Hera Wearing Crown and Draped Robe with Outstretched Hand
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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Mythological Cyclops Polyphemus with Intense Gaze and Textured Hair in Greek Line Art
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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Toile De Jouy Seamless Pattern – Black Variant (Transparent PNG) Vintage 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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Toile De Jouy Seamless Pattern – Sepia Variant (Transparent PNG) with Vintage Scenes
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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Vintage Toile De Jouy Seamless Pattern – Blue Variant (Transparent PNG) with Pastoral Scenes”
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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Rural Peasants Working With Large Pot In Countryside Setting
A Charming Mix of Vintage Illustrations – Pastoral Scenes, Mythical Figures & More
This image is part of a collection packed with beautifully restored vintage toile de jouy style illustrations. Think peaceful countryside scenes, graceful mythological figures, farm animals, and a good dose of that old-timey charm.
Whether you’re into junk journaling, crafting, branding, or just love adding a touch of vintage to your creative projects, there’s loads to play with here. You’ll find everything from shepherd boys and garden goddesses to hot air balloons, dancing villagers, and elegant birds – all cleaned up and ready to use.
Perfect for print, digital, or anything in between, this set brings a slice of history into your modern designs with plenty of character and detail.
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Man with Hunting Dogs Tracking Prey in a Detailed Rural Illustration
A Charming Mix of Vintage Illustrations – Pastoral Scenes, Mythical Figures & More
This image is part of a collection packed with beautifully restored vintage toile de jouy style illustrations. Think peaceful countryside scenes, graceful mythological figures, farm animals, and a good dose of that old-timey charm.
Whether you’re into junk journaling, crafting, branding, or just love adding a touch of vintage to your creative projects, there’s loads to play with here. You’ll find everything from shepherd boys and garden goddesses to hot air balloons, dancing villagers, and elegant birds – all cleaned up and ready to use.
Perfect for print, digital, or anything in between, this set brings a slice of history into your modern designs with plenty of character and detail.
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Vintage Memorandum (1909) – Joseph Ashworth & Sons – Antique Business Letter Ephemera
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: 6763px x 4085px
- Image Type(s): PNG
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Vintage Illustration of Mouflon Skeleton with Curved Horns as Transparent PNG
A vintage illustration of a mouflon skeleton, featuring detailed curved horns and a robust bone structure. This transparent PNG is ideal for educational and wildlife-themed projects.
- Resolution: 4029px x 4180px
- Image Type(s): PNG
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Intricate Green Border with Seals
An intricate green border frame with seals at the top and bottom, featuring detailed patterns, ideal for decorative or official documents.
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- Border
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- classic
- Decoration
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- Design
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- fine
- Floral
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- Geometric
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- official
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1897 Map of Japan and Korea Detailing Regional Divisions
An intricate 1897 map of Japan and Korea, illustrating regional divisions, cities, and transportation routes. The map provides a detailed view of the geography and political landscape of East Asia during the late 19th century, highlighting the interconnectedness of Japan and Korea. Its vintage cartography offers a glimpse into the historical context of the region.
- Resolution: 7155 x 5100
- Image Type(s): JPG
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Camellia Elegance Captured in a Timeless Vintage Illustration
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- Resolution: 4157 × 6659
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Colored Mineralogy Artwork – Gem / Rock / Mineral / Crystal No.12
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- Resolution: 561px x 774px
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Vintage Line Art Illustration of a Bojobi Snake
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- Resolution: 1722px x 2620px
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Line Art PNG Illustration of an Alligator Skeleton No.2
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- Resolution: 5300px x 1900px
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Vintage Gold Illustration of a Mans Face with Flourishes
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- Resolution: 856px x 664px
Detailed and Decorative Vintage Border / Frame Design No.22
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- Resolution: 5051px x 5027px
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Horse Riding Themed Wreath Illustration with Horse Shoe
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- Resolution: 2491px x 2538px
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Vintage Paper Texture – No.22
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- Resolution: 4500px x 6365px
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Vintage Paper Texture – No.11
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- Resolution: 4500px x 6365px
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Damp Stained Antique Paper Texture No.3
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- Resolution: 3500px x 4951px
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Antique Insurance Company Receipt Scan
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- Resolution: 6648px x 3672px
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ANATOMY – Myology – Antique 1800s Print – Rees’ Encyclopedia
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- Resolution: 7383px x 9501px
- Year of Print: 1800s
- Artist: Abraham Rees
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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: 7858 x 5494
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: Schelter & Giesecke Type Foundry
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VIGNETTE Cow / Cattle Illustrations – Vintage Stock Image Sheet
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: 9021 x 12490
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: A Bertrand
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HERALDRY Antique Print – Plate Heraldry Crests c1900s Crown Hands
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- Resolution: 7570 x 10314 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1900
- Artist: Knight & Rumley
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ORNAMENTAL Gothic Wall and Ceiling Painting – Antique 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: 8057 x 11863 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1889
- Artist: Heinrich Dolmetsch
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ANTIQUE Engraving for Artist Reference – Emotions, Anatomy, Face 1791
You’re looking at a scarce, 229 year old, steel plate engraving from the original “The New Encyclopaedia Or Modern Universal Dictionary Of Arts And Sciences On A New And Improved Plan” by Hall, William Henry, Bedford Row, London, published by C Cooke, London.
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- Resolution: 8300 x 13800 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1791
- Artist: C. Cooke
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DEKORATIVE Vorbilder, Vogelfriese und Fullungen, Bird Friezes / Fillings
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 16204 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1904
- Artist: Julius Hoffman
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RUSSIAN Ornamental Border and Frame Art RACINET Vintage Stock Art
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: 12433 x 17740 300dpi
- Year of Print: Estimated 1873
- Artist: Auguste Racinet
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ANTIQUE Original Kono Bairei Woodblock Japanese Prints 1881 Cockerel
You’re looking at a beautiful piece of Japanese woodblock art from our collection of original 1881 prints by noted artist, Kono Bairei; Created for one of his best-known publications ‘one hundred birds’. Most of the bird species throughout this collection were native to Japan, with a few domesticated and some imported cage birds. Bairei was born and lived in Kyoto. He was apprenticed to the Maruyama printer Nakajima Raiso at the age of eight. He was a pupil of Shijo artist Shiokawa Bunrin and followed the Nanga school tradition. He established the Kyoto Prefectural School of Painting before opening his own studio to students and retiring from teaching.
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- Resolution: 11582 x 8028
- Year of Print: 1881
- Artist: Kono Bairei
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