Hand Coloured Engraving Collection

The Gin Shop, 1829
The Gin Shop, pub. 1829 (hand coloured engraving)

Ahaetulla prasina, Short-nosed vine snake
Hand-coloured engraving from An account of Indian Serpents collected on the coast of Coromandel. The Patrick Russell Collection 1796 Date: 1796

The Constellations (Plate XXI) Capricorn and Aquarius, from A Celestial Atlas by Alexander Jamieson, pub. London 1822 (hand coloured engraving). Tenth and eleventh Sign of the Zodiac

Integrity retiring from Office!, 1801
Integrity retiring from Office!, Pub. 1801 (hand coloured engraving). William Pitt the Younger (1759-1806) resigns as Prime Minister in protest at Kings rejection of the bills to unite England

Uncorking Old Sherry, 1805
Uncorking Old Sherry, pub. 1805 (hand coloured engraving). William Pitt (1759-1806) giving a speech on 6th March 1805

Red Carnation and Lavender, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629), pub
I Caryophyllus maximus plenus flore rubro II Lavendula flore albo III Lavendula flore coeruleo. Besler was an apothecary in Nuremberg

The Orangerie - or - The Dutch Cupid reposing after the fatigues of Planting, 1796
The Orangerie - or - The Dutch Cupid reposing after the fatigues of Planting, published 1796 (hand-coloured engraving)

The Modern Job! Or John Bull and his Comforts!, 1816
The Modern Job! Or John Bull and his Comforts!, Pub. 1816 (hand coloured engraving)

View of the island of Stromboli taken by Monsieur Fabris, 1776
View of the island of Stromboli taken by Monsieur Fabris, Plate XXXVII, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803)

View of Mount Etna from Catania, 1776
View of Mount Etna from Catania, Plate XXXVI, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803), published 1776 (hand coloured engraving)

African Marigold and French Marigolds, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629)
I Caryophyllus Indicus flore multiplici luteo pleno maior; II Caryophyllus indicus flore luteo simplici minor; III Caryophyllus indicus floreauros simplici minor; Besler was an apothecary in

The Moon, Venus and Saturn (Plate XXX), 1822
The Moon, Venus and Saturn (Plate XXX), from A Celestial Atlas by Alexander Jamieson, pub. London 1822 (hand coloured engraving). Showing the different phases of the Moon

Costume Plate (Femme Kamls chadalle), Late 18th to early 19th century. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costume Plate (Femme Kamls chadalle), Late 18th to early 19th century

Costume Plate (Arménien), Late 18th to early 19th century. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costume Plate (Armenien), Late 18th to early 19th century

Costume Plate (Femme de Katchin), Late 18th to early 19th century. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costume Plate (Femme de Katchin), Late 18th to early 19th century

Costume Plate (Devineresse de Krasnajarsk), late 18th to early 19th century. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costume Plate (Devineresse de Krasnajarsk), late 18th to early 19th century

Costume Plate (Esthonienne), late 18th to early 19th century. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costume Plate (Esthonienne), late 18th to early 19th century

A Contented Cuckhold in the new fashion, c. 1680
A Contented Cuckhold in the new fashion, pub. c.1680 (bw engraving). with Note that his hair has been made to look like horns to symbolise he is a cuckold

Hen Harrier, Circus Cyaneus, 1845 Hen Harrier, Circus Cyaneus. From The Birds of America by John J. Audubon. Pub. 1827-1838 (colour lithograph)

Bungarum Pamah, pub. 1796 (hand coloured engravings). Creator: William Skelton (1763 - 1848) Bungarum Pamah, from an Account of Indian Serpents Collected on the Coast of Coromandel, pub

American Flamingo, Phoenicopterus Ruber, 1845 American Flamingo, Phoenicopterus Ruber. From The Birds of America by John J. Audubon. Pub. 1827-1838 (colour lithograph)

Barn Owl, Tyto Alba, 1845 Barn Owl, Tyto Alba. From The Birds of America by John J. Audubon. Pub. 1827-1838 (colour lithograph)

American White Pelican, Pelecanus Erythrorhynchos, 1845 American White Pelican, Pelecanus Erythrorhynchos. From The Birds of America by John J. Audubon. Pub. 1827-1838 (colour lithograph)

The Final Pacification of Europe!!, pub. 1803 (hand coloured engraving). Creator
The Final Pacification of Europe!!, pub. 1803 (hand coloured engraving). Napole on Bonaparte (1769– 1821)

Thorn Apple, Germander and Purple Toadflax, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler
I Datura Turcarum; II Polium folys & facie Lavendulae; III Linaria purpureo vislacea elatior; Besler was an apothecary in Nuremberg and was in charge of the gardens at the Prince Bishop near Eichstat;

Autumn Snowflake and Meadow Saffrons, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629)
I Leucoium bulbosum Autumnale tenuifolium; II Colchicum vulgare plyanthos; III Colchicum bitlorum; IIII Colchicum vulgare album; V Colchicum vulgare purpura scente flore; Besler was an apothecary in

Habillement d'un Chevalier Porte-Dais de la S. Te Ampoule, Le Marquis D'Alegre, 1774

Habillement du Maitre des Ceremonies, M. des Granges, 1774. Creator: Nicolas Dauphin de Beauvais
Habillement du Maitre des Ceremonies, M. des Granges, 1774

Manual of the Corporation of the City of New York for 1856, 1856. Creator: George Hayward
Manual of the Corporation of the City of New York for 1856, 1856. [Federal Hall and the Verplanck Mansion, Wall Street, 1789. Drawn by David Grim]

The City of New York: Longworths Explanatory Map and Plan, 1817

A View of the Taking of Quebec, September 13, 1759, ca. 1760

Mount Ararat, Wimbledon, pub. c1828. Creator: English School (19th Century)
Mount Ararat, Wimbledon, pub. c. 1828 (hand coloured engraving)

A Visit to Cockney Farm - Viewing the Grounds etc etc etc, pub. 1835. Creator: George Cruikshank
A Visit to Cockney Farm - Viewing the Grounds etc. etc. etc. pub. 1835 (hand coloured engraving). (ie) Being dragg d through mud and mire by your cockney friend

Indian Flying Fox also known as Great Indian Fruit Bat; Pteropus Giganteus, c1800
Indian Flying Fox also known as Great Indian Fruit Bat; Pteropus Giganteus, c. 1800 (hand coloured engraving). Indian Flying Fox also known as Great Indian Fruit Bat; Pteropus Giganteus; mammal found

The Cape of Good Hope, pub. c1731. Creator: Samuel Scott (1701 - 1772 (after; George Lambert)
The Cape of Good Hope, pub. C. 1731 (hand coloured engraving). The Cape of Good Hope showing British and Dutch ships moored with Table Mountain in the background

A View of Mount Edgcumbe from the Block House, pub. 1755. Creator: Samuel Scott
A View of Mount Edgcumbe from the Block House, pub. 1755 (hand coloured engraving). shows the view out to sea from the Citadel Fort, on Plymouth Hoe with Mount Edgcumbe, Cornwall in the distance

Ackermanns Library for Works of Art, pub. 1815. Creator: Augustus Charles Pugin
Ackermanns Library for Works of Art, pub. 1815 (hand coloured engraving). Ackermanns Library for Works of Art, pub. 1815

Euricles coronata, pub. 1836. Creator: Panacre Bessa (1772-1846)
Euricles coronata, illustration from Flore des jardiniers, amateurs et manufacturiers: D apres les dessins de Bessa. Extraits de l Herbier de l amateur. pub. 1836 (hand coloured engraving)

Cypripedium, pub. 1836. Creator: Panacre Bessa (1772-1846)
Cypripedium, illustration from Flore des jardiniers, amateurs et manufacturiers: D apres les dessins de Bessa. Extraits de l Herbier de l amateur. pub. 1836 (hand coloured engraving)

Hibiscus: H. rosa-sinensis, pub. 1836. Creator: Panacre Bessa (1772-1846)
Hibiscus: H. rosa-sinensis, illustration from Flore des jardiniers, amateurs et manufacturiers: D apres les dessins de Bessa. Extraits de l Herbier de l amateur. pub. 1836 (hand coloured engraving)

Yucca filimentosa, pub. 1836. Creator: Panacre Bessa (1772-1846)
Yucca filimentosa, illustration from Flore des jardiniers, amateurs et manufacturiers: D apres les dessins de Bessa. Extraits de l Herbier de l amateur. pub. 1836 (hand coloured engraving)

La Ficoide d Afrique or Mesembryanthemum, pub. 1776. Creator: Pierre Joseph Buchoz (1731-1807)
La Ficoide d Afrique or Mesembryanthemum, from Collection Precieuse et Enluminee, pub. 1776 (hand coloured engraving). now classified as Lampranthus; Lampranthus Roseus or Mesembryanthemum

Commelina tuberosa, pub. 1836. Creator: Panacre Bessa (1772-1846)
Commelina tuberosa, illustration from Flore des jardiniers, amateurs et manufacturiers: D apres les dessins de Bessa. Extraits de l Herbier de l amateur. pub. 1836 (hand coloured engraving)

Aloe lingua, pub. 1836. Creator: Panacre Bessa (1772-1846)
Aloe lingua, illustration from Flore des jardiniers, amateurs et manufacturiers: D apres les dessins de Bessa. Extraits de l Herbier de l amateur. pub. 1836 (hand coloured engraving)

Sweet Orange: Citrus sinensis var: Bigaradia violacea, pub. 1836. Creator: Panacre Bessa
Sweet Orange: Citrus sinensis var: Bigaradia violacea, illustration from Flore des jardiniers, amateurs et manufacturiers: D apres les dessins de Bessa. Extraits de l Herbier de l amateur. pub

Kniphofia, pub. 1836. Creator: Panacre Bessa (1772-1846)
Kniphofia, illustration from Flore des jardiniers, amateurs et manufacturiers: D apres les dessins de Bessa. Extraits de l Herbier de l amateur. pub. 1836 (hand coloured engraving)

Dianthhus caryophyllus, pub. 1836. Creator: Panacre Bessa (1772-1846)
Dianthhus caryophyllus, illustration from Flore des jardiniers, amateurs et manufacturiers: D apres les dessins de Bessa. Extraits de l Herbier de l amateur. pub. 1836 (hand coloured engraving)

Camellia Japonica, pub. 1836. Creator: Panacre Bessa (1772-1846)
Camellia Japonica, illustration from Flore des jardiniers, amateurs et manufacturiers: D apres les dessins de Bessa. Extraits de l Herbier de l amateur. pub. 1836 (hand coloured engraving)

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"Hand Coloured Engraving: A Glimpse into the Artistic Past" Step back in time with these exquisite hand coloured engravings that offer a window into various aspects of history, nature, and human emotions. From "The Gin Shop, 1829" to "Integrity retiring from Office. , 1801, " each piece tells its own unique story. Experience the beauty of wildlife through "Ahaetulla prasina, Short-nosed vine snake, " capturing the intricate details of this mesmerizing creature. Delve into the celestial realm with "The Constellations (Plate XXI) Capricorn and Aquarius, from A Celestial Atlas by Alexander Jamieson, " where stars come alive on paper. Discover botanical wonders like never before with "Red Carnation and Lavender, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629), pub. " These vibrant flowers leap off the page in vivid hues. Immerse yourself in artistry as you witness Dutch Cupid resting after planting in "The Orangerie - or - The Dutch Cupid reposing after the fatigues of Planting, 1796. " Transport yourself to moments frozen in time through scenes like "Uncorking Old Sherry, 1805, " which captures an intimate glimpse into social customs. Explore floral diversity further with "African Marigold and French Marigolds, from Hortus Eystettensis by Basil Besler (1561-1629), " showcasing nature's endless palette. Witness political satire unfold through artistry with pieces such as "The Modern Job. Or John Bull and his Comforts. , 1816. " Experience breathtaking landscapes captured meticulously like never before in views of Stromboli Island taken by Monsieur Fabris in 1776 or Mount Etna from Catania during the same year.