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Vintage Paper Texture – No.9
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- Resolution: 4500px x 6365px
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Blank Antique Folded and Worn Receipt Book Open Page
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- Resolution: 9746px x 7987px
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Decorative and Detailed Antique Frame / Border – Perfect for Invitations and Packaging No.9
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- Resolution: 5453px x 7533px
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Decorative and Detailed Antique Frame / Border – Perfect for Invitations and Packaging No.5
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- Resolution: 9261px x 7318px
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Antique Letterhead Full of Intricate Line Art
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- Resolution: 6974px x 9073px
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Vintage Coloured Print of Various Species of Moths – 1896
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- Resolution: 4119px x 6263px
- Year of Print: 1896
- Artist: Edward Lloyd
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ART NOUVEAU Shields and Banners for Type and Logos – Vintage Stock 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: 9098 x 12652
- Year of Print: Late 1800s
- Artist: A Bertrand
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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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ORIGINAL Old Antique Print – Heraldry Crests c1900s Winged Birds
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- Resolution: 7615 x 10299 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1900
- Artist: Knight & Rumley
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GODS and Godesses – Antique 1851 Original Engraving by Johann Heck
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: 9221 x 7325 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1851
- Artist: Johann Georg Heck
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ANTHROPOLOGY – Anatomy of the Muscles – 1851 Original 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: 9336 x 7832 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: 9208 x 7270 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1851
- Artist: Johann Georg Heck
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ANIMALS – Carnivora – Jackal, Fennec, Fox. Antique Encyclopaedia Plate
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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LOCOMOTIVE Vintage 1880 Trains Stock Image. William Mackenzie Plate I Vol.8
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: 7594 x 10009 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1880
- Artist: William Mackenzie
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SONGBIRD, American. Hand Painted 1853 Art. U.S.P.R.R Bird Survey
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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TOWHEE, Brown. Antique Handcoloured 1853 Stock Image. U.S.P.R.R Bird Survey
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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1850s Hand Coloured Stone Lithograph of Swainsons HAWK, U.S.P.R.R Bird Survey
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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1853 Antique Stock Image Aplomado Falcon U.S.P.R.R Birds Survey, Hand Coloured
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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17TH CENTURY Beautifully Embellished Decorative Art 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: 12856 x 18091 300dpi
- Year of Print: Estimated 1873
- Artist: Auguste Racinet
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CELTIQUE Knot Mosaic Designs RACINET Original Vintage Stock Illustrations 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: 12732 x 18050 300dpi
- Year of Print: Estimated 1873
- Artist: Auguste Racinet
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CELTIC Illumination Design RACINET Plate XXXIX 1873 Vintage Designs
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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BIRDS – Parrotts, Magpie, Woodpecker – Antique Animal Kingdom 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: 7231 x 9076 300dpi
- Year of Print: 1851
- Artist: Johann Georg Heck
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9 Vintage Decorative Borders and Frames – Detailed Rectangular & Square PNG & SVG Set
Step into a world of timeless detail with this curated collection of antique ornamental borders and frames. Carefully restored from original vintage sources, each piece showcases intricate craftsmanship – from delicate scrollwork and botanical flourishes to geometric patterns and architectural accents. Provided in both high-resolution PNG and infinitely scalable SVG vector formats, these borders are perfect for adding historical charm to your design projects, whether you’re creating stationery, invitations, labels, packaging, or artistic prints.
- Image Type(s): SVG, PNG
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Athena with an Ornate Necklace and Stylized Tied-Up Hair
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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Roman Warrior on Horseback Wearing Cloak and Tunic in Vintage 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 Goddess Hera in Flowing Draped Robes with Ornamental Headpiece Holding Sphere
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 Muse Erato Holding a Lyre with Flowing Robes and Laurel Wreath
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 of Hera Wearing Flowing Robes with Ornate 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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Greek Mythology Lineart Illustration of Hestia Holding Plate and Water Jug in Flowing Robes
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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Vintage Illustration of Fish-Lizard Skeleton with Streamlined Form as Transparent PNG
A vintage illustration of a fish-lizard skeleton, emphasizing its streamlined form and detailed bone structure. This transparent PNG is ideal for marine and paleontology-themed projects.
- Resolution: 5478px x 1036px
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Vintage Illustration of Cape Hyrax Skeleton with Detailed Bone Structure as Transparent PNG
A vintage illustration of a Cape Hyrax skeleton, showcasing detailed bone structure. This transparent PNG is perfect for nature and educational-themed projects, emphasizing the anatomy of this small mammal.
- Resolution: 3631px x 1901px
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Vintage Illustration of a Bear Skeleton with Prominent Claws as Transparent PNG
A vintage illustration of a bear skeleton, featuring prominent claws and detailed skeletal structure. This transparent PNG is ideal for educational and wildlife-themed projects, highlighting the anatomy of bears.
- Resolution: 4314px x 2745px
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Vintage Illustration of a Badger Skeleton with Robust Bone Structure as Transparent PNG
A vintage illustration of a badger skeleton, displaying its robust bone structure. This transparent PNG is perfect for nature and educational-themed projects, focusing on the anatomy of small mammals.
- Resolution: 3140px x 1350px
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Vintage Illustration of Lariosaur Skeleton with Detailed Bone Structure as Transparent PNG
A vintage illustration of a Lariosaur skeleton, showcasing its detailed bone structure. This transparent PNG is perfect for paleontology and educational-themed projects, emphasizing the ancient reptile’s anatomy.
- Resolution: 3906px x 1528px
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Antique Map of West Virginia
Detailed antique map of West Virginia, showing counties, towns, railroads, and geographical features. Historical 19th century cartography with insets of surrounding areas. An educational and collectible piece.
- Resolution: 7280 x 5100
- Image Type(s): JPG
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- education
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- Geography
- Globe
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- heritage map
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- historical regions
- History
- Map
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- railroads
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- representation
- state boundaries
- state map
- surrounding areas
- topography
- towns
- transportation
- USA
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- West Virginia
- west virginia counties
- west virginia map
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19th Century South Carolina Map with Charleston Harbor Inset
A detailed 19th century map of South Carolina, featuring an inset of Charleston Harbor. This vintage map provides a glimpse into the state’s political and geographical landscape during the era, highlighting cities, transportation routes, and natural features.
- Resolution: 7263 x 5100
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- Atlas
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- Charleston Harbor
- Charleston history
- cities
- country
- geographical features
- Geography
- heritage
- historical artifact
- historical document
- historical geography
- historical information
- historical map
- historical records
- history lovers
- Map
- map of South Carolina
- old map
- old South Carolina
- political divisions
- representation
- South Carolina
- topography
- United States
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19th Century Map of Eastern South America Including Rio de Janeiro
A detailed 19th century map of Eastern South America, focusing on countries like Brazil, French Guiana, and others, with a special inset of Rio de Janeiro. This vintage map illustrates the political and geographical landscape of the time, with precise details of cities and natural features.
- Resolution: 7259 x 5100
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- Atlas
- Brazil
- cartographic history
- cartography
- cities
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- Geography
- heritage
- historical artifact
- historical document
- historical geography
- historical information
- historical map
- historical records
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- Latin America
- Map
- map of Brazil
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- old South America
- political divisions
- representation
- Rio de Janeiro
- South America
- South American history
- topography
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- vintage map
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19th Century Map of Russia’s Western and Southern Parts with St. Petersburg
A detailed 19th century map highlighting the western and southern parts of Russia, including the prominent city of St. Petersburg. This vintage map showcases the political and geographical landscape of the era, featuring intricate details of cities, rivers, and borders.
- Resolution: 7257 x 5100
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- antique cartography
- antique map
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- Atlas
- Baltic Sea
- cartographic history
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- cities
- Eastern Europe
- european history
- geographical features
- Geography
- heritage
- historical artifact
- historical document
- historical geography
- historical information
- historical map
- historical records
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- Map
- map of Russia
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- Russian Empire
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- St. Petersburg
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- topography
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Antique Map of Oklahoma and Indian Territory from the 19th Century
This antique map from the 19th century illustrates Oklahoma and Indian Territory, showcasing the regions before statehood. It details the counties, settlements, and major transportation routes of the time.
- Resolution: 7249 x 5100
- Image Type(s): JPG
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Antique Map of Northern Ohio with Detailed City and County Lines
A historic map from the late 19th century detailing Northern Ohio, including major cities, counties, and transportation routes. This antique map highlights the region’s development and infrastructure.
- Resolution: 7247 x 5100
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Historic Map of New Jersey
A detailed antique map of New Jersey, highlighting its counties, cities, and significant landmarks, reflecting the state’s geography and development during the late 19th century.
- Resolution: 7239 x 5100
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