Colour Engraving Collection

The Union Club, 1801. Creator: Unknown
The Union Club, 1801

The Greyhound, pub. 1812. Creator: English School (19th Century)
The Greyhound, pub. 1812 (hand coloured engraving). The Greyhound or Sighthound is dog which is bred for coursing and racing

The Temple of the Flora: American Bog Plants. Creator: Thomas Sutherland (British
The Temple of the Flora: American Bog Plants

The Royal Waterloo Bath, pub. 1819. Creator: English School (19th Century)
The Royal Waterloo Bath, pub. 1819 (colour engraving). This was a floating bath which was moored near Waterloo Bridge; consisted of a plunging bath

Arrival at Brandenburg House of the Watermen, etc with an Address to the Queen
Arrival at Brandenburg House of the Watermen, etc. with an Address to the Queen on the 3rd October 1820, pub. 1821 (coloured engraving)

Red and Yellow Macaw (Macrocercus aracanga), pub. 1832. Creator: Edward Lear (1818-1888)
Red and Yellow Macaw (Macrocercus aracanga), from Illustrations of the Family of Psittacida, or Parrots, pub. 1832 (coloured engraving)

Midgham House, the Seat of W. S. Poyntz, Esq. M. P. pub. 1826. Creator: English School
Midgham House, the Seat of W.S. Poyntz, Esq. M.P. pub. 1826 (coloured engraving). William Stephen Poyntz (1770 - 1840) was a politician and Member of Parliament for Chichester

Two Regency belles stranded on a foreshore by a storm, c1795-1805. Creator: James Green
Two Regency belles stranded on a foreshore by a storm, engraved by Joseph Constantine Stadler, c.1795-1805 (colour engraving). reflects the prevailling vogue for the romantic terror of nature

Illustration from Life of an Actor, pub. 1825. Creator: Theodore Lane (1800-28)
Illustration from Life of an Actor, by Pierce Egan (1772-1848), published 1825 (colour engraving)

Side view of the Temple of Jupiter, pub. 1764. Creator: Robert Adam (1728-92)
Side view of the Temple of Jupiter, from Ruins of the Palace of Emperor Diocletian at Spalatro in Dalmatia, pub. 1764 (engraving)

Various rituals to do with the monetary system in the time of Maximilian I, c1800-18
Various rituals to do with the monetary system in the time of Maximilian I, from Costume dei Romani, c.1800-18 (colour engraving). Maximilian I (1459-1519) Holy Roman Emperor from 1493-1519

Chinese Taoist religious leaders: The Divinity Kuan-ti, c1820-30. Creator: Italian School
Chinese Taoist religious leaders: The Divinity Kuan-ti, engraved by Fumagalli and Bramatti, c.1820-30 (colour engraving). Kuan-ti, or Emperor Kuan, governor and protector of the people

Pl. I from Ruins of the Palace of Emperor Diocletian at Spalatro in Dalmatia, pub. 1764. Creator: Robert Adam (1728-92)
Pl. I from Ruins of the Palace of Emperor Diocletian at Spalatro in Dalmatia, pub. 1764 (engraving)

Chinese Taoist religious customs: A bonzo in ceremonial robes, c1820-30. Creator
Chinese Taoist religious customs: A bonzo in ceremonial robes, engraved by Fumagalli and Bramatti, c.1820-30 (colour engraving). requests to the gods were burned in ceramic or bronze ovens

View of American Life, from Illustrated London News, pub. 1860 (coloured engraving). Idealistic view of life in America; buildings portrayed in the picture are actually Danish;

The Harmful Effects of the Corset (Phenomenes chimiques de la respiration)
The Harmful Effects of the Corset (Phe nome nes chimiques de la respiration), illustration from La Vie Normale et la Sante by Dr Jules Rengade, pub. 1881 (coloured engraving)

The State Tinkers, 1780
The State Tinkers, Pub. 10th February 1780 by W. Humphrey (hand coloured engraving). Showing Lord Frederick North (1732 - 1792); John Montague, 4th Earl of Sandwich (1718 - 1792); George Germain

Launch of the Sea Steamer Great Republic, pub. 24 November 1866. Creator
Launch of the Sea Steamer " Great Republic", from Harpers Weekly, pub. 24 November 1866 (colour engraving). Launch of the Sea Steamer " Great Republic" on 8th November 1866

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"Exploring the Vibrant World of Colour Engravings: A Glimpse into Artistic Masterpieces" Step into a realm where artistry meets precision, as we delve into the captivating world of colour engravings. With each stroke meticulously etched onto paper, these intricate works transport us to different eras and places, offering glimpses of history, nature's wonders, and human emotions. One such masterpiece is "The Temple of the Flora: American Bog Plants, " created by Thomas Sutherland in 19th-century Britain. This enchanting engraving showcases the delicate beauty of bog plants with their vibrant hues and intricate details that mesmerize any observer. In contrast, "The Royal Waterloo Bath" takes us back to early 19th-century England. Crafted by an anonymous English artist, this engraving captures the grandeur and opulence of Brandenburg House as watermen arrive with an address for the Queen—an intriguing glimpse into historical events. Venturing further back in time, John Gabriel Stedman's haunting work titled "A Negro hung alive by the Ribs to a Gallows" confronts viewers with a stark portrayal of slavery's brutality during its publication in 1796. The powerfully evocative imagery serves as a reminder of humanity's dark past. Edward Lear brings forth another facet of colour engravings with his depiction of a majestic Red and Yellow Macaw from 1832. Lear's attention to detail breathes life into this exotic bird while showcasing his artistic prowess through vivid colors that ignite our imagination. Midgham House emerges from an English School engraver's hand in 1826—a testament to architectural beauty frozen in time on paper. Its elegant façade invites us to explore its secrets and imagine life within its walls during Regency-era England. "The Greyhound, " published in 1812 by an anonymous English artist, transports us to horse racing culture—a beloved pastime of the 19th century.