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ANTIQUE Original Kono Bairei Woodblock Japanese Prints 1881 Birds
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 7905
- Year of Print: 1881
- Artist: Kono Bairei
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VINTAGE Japanese Artwork – Kono Bairei Original Birds Woodblock 1881
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 7905
- Year of Print: 1881
- Artist: Kono Bairei
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ANTIQUE Original Kono Bairei Woodblock Japanese Prints 1881 Bird Diving
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: 11282 x 7905 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1881
- Artist: Kono Bairei
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Vintage Ballroom Dance Couples – Retro Flapper Era Party Illustrations
A vibrant collection of elegantly dressed dance partners captured mid-movement, this sheet celebrates the glamour and energy of the flapper era through expressive vintage artwork. These illustrations are perfect for jazz age designs, dance-themed projects, or glamorous retro event materials.
- Image Type(s): SVG, PNG
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Antique White and Red Marine Shell Illustration with Textured Surface – Transparent PNG
This vintage sea shell illustration was carefully isolated from a hand-colored engraving published in the mid-1800s. Part of a detailed natural history collection, it showcases the intricate textures and rich tones typical of 19th-century scientific illustration. Perfect for collage, print, or digital design work, this transparent PNG retains the charm and precision of antique artwork while offering modern usability.
- Image Type(s): PNG
- antique shell
- beachcomber art
- bivalve shell
- coastal shell
- conch shell
- hand-colored shell
- historic shell
- marine biology
- marine shell
- mollusk shell
- Natural History
- ocean shell
- ocean specimen
- scientific illustration
- sea life illustration
- Sea Shell
- seashell PNG
- seashell study
- shell artwork
- shell chart
- shell cutout
- shell decor
- shell drawing
- shell engraving
- shell graphic
- shell illustration
- shell specimen
- shell taxonomy
- spiral shell
- Victorian shell
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Antique Spiral Shell Illustration with Black Markings and Ribbed Texture – Transparent PNG
This vintage sea shell illustration was carefully isolated from a hand-colored engraving published in the mid-1800s. Part of a detailed natural history collection, it showcases the intricate textures and rich tones typical of 19th-century scientific illustration. Perfect for collage, print, or digital design work, this transparent PNG retains the charm and precision of antique artwork while offering modern usability.
- Image Type(s): PNG
- antique shell
- beachcomber art
- bivalve shell
- coastal shell
- coil
- conch shell
- hand-colored shell
- historic shell
- marine biology
- marine shell
- mollusk shell
- Natural History
- ocean shell
- ocean specimen
- scientific illustration
- sea life illustration
- Sea Shell
- seashell PNG
- seashell study
- shell artwork
- shell chart
- shell cutout
- shell decor
- shell drawing
- shell engraving
- shell graphic
- shell illustration
- shell specimen
- shell taxonomy
- spiral shell
- structure
- Victorian shell
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Beige and Red Striped Scallop Shell PNG Illustration with Radiating Texture and Transparent Background
This vintage sea shell illustration was carefully isolated from a hand-colored engraving published in the mid-1800s. Part of a detailed natural history collection, it showcases the intricate textures and rich tones typical of 19th-century scientific illustration. Perfect for collage, print, or digital design work, this transparent PNG retains the charm and precision of antique artwork while offering modern usability.
- Image Type(s): PNG
- antique shell
- beachcomber art
- bivalve shell
- coastal shell
- conch shell
- embroidery
- hand-colored shell
- historic shell
- marine biology
- marine shell
- mollusk shell
- Natural History
- ocean shell
- ocean specimen
- scientific illustration
- sea life illustration
- Sea Shell
- seashell PNG
- seashell study
- shell artwork
- shell chart
- shell cutout
- shell decor
- shell drawing
- shell engraving
- shell graphic
- shell illustration
- shell specimen
- shell taxonomy
- spiral shell
- Victorian shell
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Golden Moth Watercolor: Asymmetrical Wings With Delicate Amber Hues
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Brown Fall Leaf with Detailed Veins and Pointed Shape
This image is part of our exquisite collection of vintage autumn leaf illustrations, meticulously revived from antique treasures. Each leaf comes as a high-resolution, transparent PNG file, perfect for graphic designers, illustrators, and creative hobbyists alike.
Use these botanical clipart pieces to elevate your projects, whether it’s for invitations, decor, branding, or packaging. Infuse your designs with the graceful charm of nature using these timeless, printable leaf graphics.
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Autumn Leaf with Warm Brown Hues and Prominent Veins
This image is part of our exquisite collection of vintage autumn leaf illustrations, meticulously revived from antique treasures. Each leaf comes as a high-resolution, transparent PNG file, perfect for graphic designers, illustrators, and creative hobbyists alike.
Use these botanical clipart pieces to elevate your projects, whether it’s for invitations, decor, branding, or packaging. Infuse your designs with the graceful charm of nature using these timeless, printable leaf graphics.
- Image Type(s): PNG
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Hera Wearing a Decorated Headdress with Braided Hair and Jewelry
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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Hera Standing in Flowing Peplos with Ornate Headpiece
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.
- Image Type(s): PNG
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Ancient Greek or Persian Noble Holding Scepter and Scroll
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.
- Image Type(s): PNG
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Greek God Cronus Holding Sickle with Serpent-Drawn Chariot and Harvest Symbolism
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.
- Image Type(s): PNG
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Classical Greco-Roman Bust with Flowing Curls, Bow, Quiver, and Lion Head Emblem
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.
- Image Type(s): PNG
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Greek Mythology Art of Zeus as an Eagle Carrying a Young Man
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.
- Image Type(s): PNG
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Ancient Greek Mythological Bust with Flowing Curly Beard and Blank Eyes
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.
- Image Type(s): PNG
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5 Vintage Paper Badges and Tags with Ornate Borders for DIY Crafts
These five vintage-inspired paper badges and tags feature ornate borders and a rustic, antique style, perfect for adding a timeless touch to any creative project. Ideal for scrapbooking, journaling, gift wrapping, or DIY crafts, their versatile shapes and decorative edges make them a charming choice for labels, embellishments, and other papercraft ideas.
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- Resolution: Mixed
- Image Type(s): .ZIP (Pngs)
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Transparent Green Dual Panel Certificate Border
An intricate green dual-panel certificate border with transparent backgrounds, designed for diplomas, awards, and high-end certificates. Elegant and sophisticated.
- Image Type(s): PNG
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Antique Map of Tennessee, USA – Eastern and Western Parts
An antique map from the 19th century depicting both the eastern and western parts of Tennessee, USA. The map shows various towns, railways, and natural features, providing a comprehensive view of the state’s geography and development during the period.
- Resolution: 7268 x 5100
- Image Type(s): JPG
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Vintage Map of Minnesota Featuring Lakes and Urban Areas
A vintage map of Minnesota highlighting its numerous lakes, urban areas, and transportation routes, showcasing the state’s geographical diversity from the early 20th century.
- Resolution: 7166 x 5100
- Image Type(s): JPG
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Antique Map of Western England and Wales Including Detailed Regional Boundaries
An antique map of Western England and Wales, showcasing detailed regional boundaries and cities like Liverpool and Manchester. The map highlights important geographical features, transportation routes, and historical landmarks in the area.
- Resolution: 7126 x 5100
- Image Type(s): JPG
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Vintage Illustration of a Decorative Goat Skull Divider
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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Vintage Color Illustration of a Berglachs Fish
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- Resolution: 5530 × 2353
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URQUHART CASTLE – Loch Ness – Vintage Landscape Illustration – 1895
- Resolution: 4706px x 3311px
- Year of Print: 1895
- Artist: T. Nelson and Sons
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VINTAGE Scottish Illustration – 1895 – The Trongate – Glasgow
- Resolution: 4819px x 3284px
- Year of Print: 1895
- Artist: T. Nelson and Sons
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Antique Line Art Engraving Illustration – Mineralogy – Crystals – Precious Stones – No.18
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- Resolution: 2074px x 1609px
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Antique Line Art Engraving Illustration – Mineralogy – Crystals – Precious Stones – No.17
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- Resolution: 1424px x 1450px
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Antique Line Art Engraving Illustration – Mineralogy – Crystals – Precious Stones – No.15
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- Resolution: 2035px x 1760px
Antique Line Art Engraving Illustration – Mineralogy – Crystals – Precious Stones – No.4
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- Resolution: 1769px x 1237px
Antique Line Art Engraving Illustration – Mineralogy – Crystals – Precious Stones – No.3
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- Resolution: 1930px x 1635px
Vintage Line Art Mechanical Blueprint Illustration No.7
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- Resolution: 1910px x 1758px
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Vintage Engraving of the Skeleton of a Lion
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- Resolution: 2918px x 1876px
Vintage Scientific Apparatus Illustration – Glass Jar No.4
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- Resolution: 506px x 945px
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Small Hand Drawn PNG Line Art Illustration of a Tree No.3
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- Resolution: 1582px x 1829px
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Vintage Prehistoric Color Illustration of an Ichthyosaurus
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- Resolution: 5686px x 1694px
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Vintage Illustration of a Hand Pointing No.2
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- Resolution: 805px x 306px
Vintage Botanical Illustration No.10
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- Resolution: 2683px x 2976px
Vintage Design Element – Decorative Border / Frame Design No.31
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- Resolution: 2543px x 1329px
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Vintage Design Element – Decorative Border / Frame Design No.10
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- Resolution: 1567px x 812px
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Old Illustration of Two Swords Crossing Tied with a Bow
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- Resolution: 1582px x 888px
Vintage Line Art Illustration of a Decorative Badge / Frame / Border No.21
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- Resolution: 1767px x 1216px
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Decorative Floral Design Element – Vintage Hand Drawn Artwork No.1
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- Resolution: 2660px x 1425px
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Transparent PNG Overlay Texture – Vintage Handwritten Music Sheet – Worn and Aged No.5
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- Resolution: 3450px x 5000px
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Vintage Paper Texture – No.29
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- Resolution: 4500px x 6365px
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