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Historical Engravings and Portraits

A collection of intricate engravings featuring historical figures and allegorical representations, with themes of history, anatomy, and royalty, in a classical style.

Bourbon Court Scene World History/France(- ) Engraving Culver Pictures Inc.
Bourbon Court Scene World History/France(- ) Engraving Culver Pictures Inc.
233 assets in this story
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Cartoon on the defects of all men and women, ca. 1577. Cartoon marriage, on the defects of all men and women, ca. 1577. From a large basket a blindfolded man and woman draw a partner. With caption of 4 lines in Dutch.
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The new banknotes of Joh, Sothen , The new banknotes of Johann Karl Sothen, Innsbrucker Lose caricature with text from Der Floh , Wessely, Caricaturist, Johann Tomassich, realization
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Title print of a series about the cycle of human actions, Jan Collaert (II), After Maerten de Vos, 1576 - 1612 print Central De Wereldgrobe with the title of the press series. Around the Globe the personifications of the cycle of human action: wealth results in pride, from pride comes envy and by envy there is war. The war causes poverty, the poor existence encourages people to hope for a better life. This hope ensures peace and peaceful times are conducive to prosperity and wealth. To the left of the Globe is father time (tempus). To the right of the Globe the personifications of day (dies) and night (NOx). The print has a Latin caption. It is the title print of a series about the cycle of human action. paper engraving Vicissitudes of Life (+ Abstract Concept Reprified by Two or More Figures Side by Side (Not Involution in An Action)). Father time, man with wings and scythe. Personification of the Night, 'Nox'; 'Night', 'Carro della Notte', 'Serenit of the night' (Ripa). 'Artificial
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Copernicus monument to Nicholas Copernicus Spamer, A. von (18 .. 18 ..)
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The monument of the Freiherr v, Stein in Berlin, The monument of Heinrich Friedrich Karl vom Stein, Prussian statesman and reformer, in Berlin from The Book for All , Richard Brendamour -, Xylographer, after, Kolb, artist
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. Allegorical grave monument for Isaak from Goudoever, died on September 11, 1793. On the grave the freedom with her hand resting on the portrait of the gold bank on a broken column. Left of the tomb state Minerva, on the right an allegoric female figure with helm and horn of abundance. Under the presentation the called title.
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Pedestal in the shape of a cartouche. On top a medallion with on the front the portrait of Gregorio Barbarigo with cardinal's hat. On the back the pope puts the cardinal's hat on Gregorio's head. The pedestal is flanked by the personifications Ethics and Authority or Dominion. Ethics has a spirit level and a tamed lion. Dominion has a sceptre and fasces in his hands. The print is part of an album, Portrait of Gregorio Barbarigo and the personifications of Ethics and Authority Numismata virorum illustrium ex Barbadica gente (series title)., print maker: Robert van Audenaerd, (mentioned on object), Robert van Audenaerd, (mentioned on object), Giovanni Francesco Barbarigo, Rome, 1673 - 1743, paper, engraving, h 221 mm × w 238 mm
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Statues of "raving" and "melancholy" madness, each reclining on one half of a pediment, formerly crowning the gates at Bethlem Bedlam Hospital. Engraving by C. Grignion after S. Wale after C. Cibber, 1680.
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Titus Oates standing in the pillory surrounded by medaillons of people executed as a result of the Popish Plot in 1678. Etching with engraving.
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Allegorical representation of Amsterdam; Title page for Casparus Commelin, DAMRYVINGE DER 'AMSTERDAM, 1693; DAMRYVING DER 'AMSTERDAM. Title page with allegorical representation of Amsterdam. The personification of Amsterdam is on a throne, in her hands the caduceus and the coat of arms of Amsterdam. Behind her is Minerva, in her hand a lance with a hat, symbol for freedom. In addition to Minerva's justice and faith personnifications. Upstairs in the air, fame flies with a praise stuff and sprinkle two flying putti the Cornucopia about Amsterdam. Two river gods under the throne.
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Isabella I from Castile.
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Belgica begs Karel V Ferdinand to have the country managed, Jacob Neefs, 1636 print The plea of Belgica. The Virgin of the Southern Netherlands kneeling with the Landkroon Ask Karel V to have Ferdinand managed the country. Scene in heaven, Karel V is with the princes Philip II, Philip III and Isabella Clara Eugenia. Filips IV hands Ferdinand a commandosta. Presentation on top of the front of the triumph gate Arcus Caroli on the Vrijdagmarkt. Print is part of a series that illustrates the edition of the description of the entry of the Cardinal Infant Ferdinand of Austria in Ghent on January 28, 1635 as the new governor for the Spanish Netherlands. Antwerp paper engraving personifications of countries, nations, states, districts, etc.. ceremonial celebration of installation of a ruler. orb (symbol of sovereignty; sphere with cross on top). triumphal arch Belgium
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Vignette for the geoctr. Surin. Mineral. Comp., Andries van Buysen (Sr.), c. 1700 - c. 1750 print Two workmen next to a monument with the weapon of the destroyed Surinamese mineral company. On the monument the motto: Vis Unita Fortior. Behind the men you can see how the workmen remove the soil substances from the ground and process in ovens. Amsterdam paper etching / engraving crafts and industries (+ metals, minerals ~ crafts, industries, agriculture). monument, statue. fire, oven, furnace ~ interior of industrial structure
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Two pilgrims and directions to Santiago de Compostela, Anonymous, After Jacques Callot, 1623 - 1699 print Man and wife, dressed in rags, each with a staff in his hand and a hat with Sint-Jakobs shell on the head. Around them a route description from France to Santiago de Compostela in Spain, in French, largely made. This is completely caught in a circle, which stands on a representation of a square piece of paper or parchment with curled corners. print maker: Francepublisher: Paris paper etching beggar. pilgrim(s). (oyster) shell ~ attribute of pilgrim(s). pilgrim's dress and attributes, e.g. flask, hat, mantle, staff
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Turnhout, Brepols, Philippus Jacobus, The Last Supper that Christ had with his Apostles, and that he washed their feet, verso - stamped, The Last Supper. Text in letterpress in Dutch all around. Completely surrounded by a decorative border., print, popular print, prints, popular prints, height 394 mm, width 339 mm, Publication (Event), Publication, Belgian, 1778 - 1845, publisher, 1800 - 1833, paper, woodcut, colours, letterpress printing, letterpress, print maker, printmaker
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Historical graphic representation, the monumental equestrial statue of Frederick the Great, Friedrich der Grosse, Lindenforum, Unter den Linden, Berlin, Germany, 19th Century, from Meyers Konversations-Lexikon encyclopaedia, 1889, Europe
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Jean Francois Marmontel (1723-1799). French writer and historian. Moral Tales. Title cover. Edition printed in Liege, 1777. Library of Catalonia. Barcelona. Spain.
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Il Trionfo della Fedeltá. Dramma Pastorale Per Musica Di E.T.P.A. Dated: 1754. Dimensions: book: 23.2 x 19.6 x 1 cm (9 1/8 x 7 11/16 x 3/8 in.). Medium: bound volume with 1 engraved double-title page, 1 engraved portrait, 1 engraved head-piece and tail-piece, and 7 etched and engraved double-page illustrations on laid paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Maria Antonia Walpurgis (author), Lorenzo Zucchi (artist) after Müller & Roos.
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Montmorency, Jean de.
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Title page for: Jean Philipsz. Schabaaljes, "The Merged Lust-Hof des Moods," 1706. Title page with the foreground Adam with the snake and the apple and next to him Noah with a model of the ark in his hands.
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Saint Stanislaus blesses the King and State dignitaries. Oleszczyński, Antoni (1794-1879), graphic artist, Chardon, Francis ainé et Fils (Paryż ; drukarnia ; ca 1821-1880), workshop, Wilczyński, Jan Kazimierz (1806-1885), publisher, Samostrzelnik, Stanisław (ca 1480-1541), painter
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Portrait of Matthew Brouërius van Nidek. Allegorian portrait of the historian and poet Mattheus Brouërius van Nidek. In addition to the portrait, Mercury and a personification of Historia are listed. The last one presents him the laurel wreath.
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Geografia surrounded by the seventeen provinces; Title page for: Germania Inferior Sive XVII ProvinciaRum Geographice Generales UT ET Parts Partly Tabulae, 1684. The statue of Geografia (Passer and World Globe) is on a base and is surrounded by the personnifications of the seventeen provinces. A number of these personifications keep the weapon of a province in hand.
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Louis XIV (King of France), Paris, Errard, Charles II, Polidoro da Caravaggio, France, Lochon, René, Divers Trophées, Helmet crowned with seated lion, The lion has plumes on its back. From a series of title page and five leaves., print, ornamental print, prints, ornamental prints, height 223 mm, width 303 mm, 1636 - 1675, print maker, printmaker, 1651 - 1651, third quarter 17th century, paper, engraving, engraving (printing process), Work conception, 1607 - 1689-05-25, after a design by, Italian, 1490 - 1543, Publication (Event), Publication, publisher, French, 1638-09-05 - 1715-09-01, granter of privilege
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Petr I, izd. Dekera ; Izd. Veigelia Portrait of Peter the First, published by John ( ) Decker ; published by Johann Christoph Weigel. Rovinski, D. A. (Dmitri Aleksandrovich), 1824-1895. Prints. 1884 - 1890. Rare Book Division
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Effern, Wilhelm of.
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GRABADO-RAZAS DE ASIA-HABITANTES CHINOS,PERSAS, ARABES,MOGOLES,PALESTINOS,TIBETANOS... Location: PRIVATE COLLECTION. France.
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Cupidon, tambour major national...(TI)
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Ziet, Hans Joachim von.
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MANUEL I REY DE PORTUGAL CON SU ARBOL GENEALOGICO.
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A Display of the United States of America. Date/Period: 1791. Engraving. Width: 48.3 cm. Height: 57.2 cm (sheet). Author: AMOS DOOLITTLE.
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Heads of the Batavians. Draughtsman: Engelbertus Matthias Engelberts. Dating: 1782 - 1784. Measurements: h 135 mm × w 91 mm. Museum: Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.
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Picart, Bernard, Busts of Lucius Annaeus Seneca and Paul Scarron, verso lower left - stamped, Busts of the philosopher Lucius Annaeus Seneca and the poet Paul Scarron. Books on either side. In the background a view of a city., print, prent, prints, height 73 mm, width 137 mm, Noord-Nederlands, 1673-06-11 - 1733-05-08, print maker, printmaker, 1683 - 1733, fourth quarter 17th century, first quarter 18th century, second quarter 18th century, paper, papier, etching, etchings, engraving, engraving (printing process), intermediary draughtsman