John Liston Byam Shaw 1872 1919 A birds heart broken 1907 signed dated published important drawing, framed with glass ~ 8.2 x 10 inches ~ during the same year the artist made  More »

John Liston Byam Shaw 1872 1919 A birds heart broken 1907 signed dated published important drawing, framed with glass ~ 8.2 x 10 inches ~ during the same year the artist made this artwork he also made 'The caged bird' depicting one of his pupils Maud Tindal Atkinson; here depicted the same artist... the art was used for a book of poems by the sister of Maud, Ethel Atkinson; One can sense the affection the artist had for his favourite pupil, even more so with the sexual reference of the caged bird (meaning women with virginity intact, as apposed to the bird which flew away, where the virginity was lost) very likely the affection the artist felt remained platonic ~ this depicting of the hart broken might indicate an actual rift between John & Maud... it is also highly likely that the man in the picture is a self-portrait of the artist...   « Less

Rene Lelong 1871 1938 Notre Coeur (Our heart) 1890 signed watercolour framed with glass museum quality; well listed artist collected in museums throughout the world ~  More »

Rene Lelong 1871 1938 Notre Coeur (Our heart) 1890 signed watercolour framed with glass museum quality; well listed artist collected in museums throughout the world ~ published in a (limited edition) book by famous author and friend of the artist Guy de Maupassant ~ famous for his depiction of women, of which this is a prime example ~ (look at the bored look on her face...) wonderful art, of one of the world classic novels of love and betrayal ~ perfect condition   « Less

William Merritt Berger ~ Giles of the star, signed oil 18 x 12 inches wonderful illustration to the book by Rebecca Rice ~ wonderful depiction of boys dreams and  More »

William Merritt Berger ~ Giles of the star, signed oil 18 x 12 inches wonderful illustration to the book by Rebecca Rice ~ wonderful depiction of boys dreams and story-telling from way beck when ~ we sell four pieces by this fabulous artist; auction prices well into the 4000 5000 dollars   « Less

Persian art watercolor gauche, tribal sport scene wild animals, impressive colors, and ornamentation. in Khatam miniature frame, hand crafted, detailed. Gold specs, under  More »

Persian art watercolor gauche, tribal sport scene wild animals, impressive colors, and ornamentation. in Khatam miniature frame, hand crafted, detailed. Gold specs, under glass with provenance reverse.   « Less

Signed with initials R.C. and dated 2nd October 1871 and appears to show the German Kaiser (or his son) and references the Franco Prussian war of 1870 This one is a  More »

Signed with initials R.C. and dated 2nd October 1871 and appears to show the German Kaiser (or his son) and references the Franco Prussian war of 1870 This one is a watercolour drawing on paper and is unframed. Randolph Caldecott is a very well listed Victorian illustrator who illustrated children's books and contributed to Punch working with the likes of John Leech. This one is a watercolour drawing on paper and is unframed. Randolph Caldecott is a very well listed Victorian illustrator who illustrated children's books and contributed to Punch working with the likes of John Leech. Named one of the great three Victorian illustrators, together with Kate Greenaway and Walter Crane. Friends with main Pre-Raphaelites Rossetti and Millais, and Lord Leighton amongst others. Dimensions: The drawings are 8 inches by 10½ inches(205mm by 265mm)   « Less

This one is a watercolour drawing on paper and is unframed. Randolph Caldecott is a very well listed Victorian illustrator who illustrated children's books and contributed to  More »

This one is a watercolour drawing on paper and is unframed. Randolph Caldecott is a very well listed Victorian illustrator who illustrated children's books and contributed to Punch working with the likes of John Leech. This one is a watercolour drawing on paper and is unframed. Randolph Caldecott is a very well listed Victorian illustrator who illustrated children's books and contributed to Punch working with the likes of John Leech. Named one of the great three Victorian illustrators, together with Kate Greenaway and Walter Crane. Friends with main Pre-Raphaelites Rossetti and Millais, and Lord Leighton amongst others. Dimensions: The drawings are 8 inches by 10½ inches(205mm by 265mm)   « Less

Adolphe Alphonse Gery-Bichard 1841 1914 Nuit (night)design in pen and ink signed, for an etching after Francis de Saint-Vidal (sculpture) 1883 Beautiful original hand made  More »

Adolphe Alphonse Gery-Bichard 1841 1914 Nuit (night)design in pen and ink signed, for an etching after Francis de Saint-Vidal (sculpture) 1883 Beautiful original hand made drawing From the famous collection of Victor Deseglise   « Less

GentlemanCollector.comChart of the Heavens by Brunacci - Planisfero del Globo Celeste artico AntarticoFor more information on this item, click through to  More »

GentlemanCollector.comChart of the Heavens by Brunacci - Planisfero del Globo Celeste artico AntarticoFor more information on this item, click through to GentlemanCollector.com Reference No.: 3Date: 1687Category: Architecture, Cartography, and ScientificLocation of Origin: Europe / EnglandPrice: 10000Medium/Materials: Copper plate engravingDimensions: Image - 16in (h) x 22in (w) Frame - 29in (h) x 34in (w)Description: A very decorative and beautifully hand-coloured double-hemisphere chart with Italian text below the image which explains the celestial systems and has depictions of the sun, moon, and the known planets. From Giovanni Giacomo de Rossi's Mercurio Geografico, this elegant chart is based on the work of the Italian astronomer Francesco Brunacci (1640-1703). The image has been professionally framed with museum quality mounts and is displayed in a fine and complementary hand-crafted frame with gold leaf borders.Provenance: Private American CollectionAdditional Information: Giovanni Giacomo De Rossi (1627 - 1691) was a printer and publisher active in Rome during the 17th century. He inherited the printing business in 1633 from his father Giuseppe de Rossi (1570-1639), and by the mid 17th century the Rossi firm was considered the most active and important press in Rome. His major work, the atlas "Mercurio Geografico" was published from 1690 till 1714 in Rome, but the firm also did the printing work of greats such as Gimbattista Piranesi (1720-1778).   « Less

Rare Early 19th C American Folk Art Drawing Of "The Castleton Seminary" By A Student Of James Hope Who Was The Drawing Teacher At The School. This Student Assignment Was  More »

Rare Early 19th C American Folk Art Drawing Of "The Castleton Seminary" By A Student Of James Hope Who Was The Drawing Teacher At The School. This Student Assignment Was Executed On British Hallmark Sealed Paper Sent From England. We Know That It Was A Class Assignment Due To A Couple Of Others Done At The Same Time That Have Survived By Different Students Of James Hope. This Signed Work By Student Attended Castleton Seminary For Two Years (Circa: 1832-1834.) She Is Recorded In The Attendence Records At The College At That Time. The Work Is In Its Original Gold Leaf Shadow Box Frame Which Someone Covered Over Later With Black Paint. Surviving Under Its Original Glass It Is In A Superb State Of Preservation. Signed In The Center "Castleton Seminary" Followed By The Artist: Ms. Jane McCane At The Far Right Side. A Charming Perspective On Rural Vermont Country Life For A Young Lady Of Middle Class Being Able To Seek Higher Knowledge At A College Level During The Early 19th Century. Excellent Condition *** We Are Actively Seeking Oil Paintings By James Hope, And Any Related Pieces Of Documented Samplers, Textiles Or Pieces Of Furniture Associated With The State Of Vermont. All Responses Recieve A Prompt Replay. Strict Confidentially Is Assured. 802-362-3540 gallery 802-468-5663 residence Stock # CSC1   « Less

"First Help for Wounds" print on cloth bandage (triangular) showing six solders illustrating the many ways to tie bandage for wounds. Circa WWl. Produced by Baur and Black, a  More »

"First Help for Wounds" print on cloth bandage (triangular) showing six solders illustrating the many ways to tie bandage for wounds. Circa WWl. Produced by Baur and Black, a medical supply business in Chicago. Length 52 inches, 26 and one half inches high framed.   « Less